General Sports 3 Days

Last updated: August 10, 2026, 12:40 PM ET

Major League Baseball

The MLB trade deadline deals drew strong grades from executives and scouts, with the biggest blockbusters reshaping contender rosters. The fates of all 30 MLB teams have shifted since the deadline, and our panel assessed playoff hopes and roster completeness. Fantasy fallout from the flurry of trades is tracked in fantasy baseball trade deadline analysis. Meanwhile, Tommy John, the namesake for the elbow surgery, missed the Yankees' Old‑Timers' Day and shared a vague health message. And the Mascot Hall of Fame inducted Mrs. Met and Goldy among its Class of 2026.

National Football League

Training camps provided fresh intel, with Joe Burrow connecting with Tee Higgins for a touchdown as the Bengals offense looked sharp. Lane Johnson said 2026 is "probably my last year" after rejoining the Eagles. The story of an ex‑ball boy who got fired before reaching the Hall of Fame highlights a remarkable path. Jahmyr Gibbs earned a $67.5M extension, one of the 10 most notable contract extensions reshaping the preseason. A look at who will be the No. 1 pick in the 2027 NFL draft includes QBs Dante Moore and Arch Manning among 16 candidates.

WNBA

Kayla McBride of the Minnesota Lynx set a WNBA single‑game record with 10 three‑pointers in a 103‑90 win over Dallas. The Minnesota Lynx clinched a playoff berth with their 26th victory. Meanwhile, the Aces rested A'ja Wilson, Chelsea Gray and Jackie Young for the second game of a back‑to‑back in New York. Caitlin Clark had a technical foul rescinded just two hours after it was assessed, avoiding a suspension. Analysis of Caitlin Clark's game in Year 3 shows she already has the most 20‑point, 10‑assist games in league history. The transgender row surrounding the WNBA intensified after Sophie Cunningham's comments, with former NBA players weighing in. The WNBPA issued a statement rejecting hate and abuse, emphasizing inclusion. DiJonai Carrington was ejected for a hard foul and later posted "white privilege" on social media.

College Football

Coaches evaluating 43 QBs revealed which signal‑callers they fear or question, including Heisman contenders. Freshman phenoms who are not top‑ranked recruits could still impact conference and CFP races. Ohio State secured Christopher Vargas, the top‑ranked pocket passer in the 2028 class. Every Power 4 team has a biggest villain its fans love to hate. All‑time most hated villains include Lane Kiffin.

College Basketball & NBA

Dan Hurley warned that coaches using recent court rulings for late additions are harming college basketball. The Protect College Sports Act failed to reach a Senate vote but gained a spot on the September calendar. In the NBA, Brandon Clarke of the Grizzlies died due to the effects of heroin and cocaine, per the LA medical authority. Top high school prospect Ahmed Nur earned an exclusive ticket to the NBA's offseason performance retreat.

Golf

Jackson Koivun, who left Auburn in June and won the 3M Open in his third start, secured the 70th and final FedEx Cup playoff spot. On the Ladies' European Tour, Charley Hull let a one‑shot lead slip with two holes to play as 17‑year‑old Anna Huang won her fourth event of the season.

Tennis

World No. 1 Sabalenka and Norrie both suffered surprise defeats in the last 16 of the Canadian Open.

Cricket

England opener Gay will be fit for the Pakistan Test after shoulder treatment. He later suffered a shoulder injury scare playing for Durham. Scotland pulled off a one‑wicket win with one ball left in World Cup League. They then beat Canada by nine runs to reach next year's World Cup Qualifier. Scotland and the Dutch boards criticised the ICC for World Cup changes to the men's 50‑over structure. Sunrisers Leeds thumped Welsh Fire by 71 runs to close in on The Hundred knockout qualification. Middlesex advanced in the One‑Day Cup after defeats for the top three in Group A. Caleb Falconer overcame a phishing email hoax to secure a Hundred contract. Rashid Khan took six wickets as Afghanistan beat Ireland by 92 runs. Andrew Flintoff stepped down as England Lions head coach. Luc Benkenstein hit 140 to lead Essex to a narrow win over Glamorgan. Tom Lammonby scored a brilliant ton to revive Somerset's One‑Day Cup hopes. And try the The Hundred cricket star quiz to identify today's player.

Rugby

Neumann back in Wales as Sean Lynn named 14 uncapped players in a 46‑strong squad for four autumn Tests. Huddersfield Giants thrashed Catalans 42‑20 to celebrate their move to Dewsbury. Wigan Warriors scored eight tries to beat Toulouse 48‑18 and go second in Super League. Warrington Wolves crushed Bradford 42‑4 to keep alive top‑two hopes. In women's interpros, Ulster fell to Connacht 15‑10. Fiona Tuite said her side must "execute more." Saimoni Vunilagi died of suspected heatstroke after training in Japan.

Soccer

Ian Rush said Wales must learn from their Bosnia loss and make Euro 2028. Swansea fear a Cameron Burgess significant Achilles injury after the defender limped off. Inside Newcastle United, Matthias Jaissle begins a new era with a friendly against Valencia. Ballymena shocked Linfield 3‑0 at Windsor Park to lay down an early marker.

Motorsports

Ty Gibbs outlasted Christopher Bell to win the Cup Series race in Iowa, using late pit strategy. Raul Fernandez dominated the British Moto GP at Silverstone, ahead of champion Jorge Martin.

Cycling

Katarzyna Niewiadoma-Phinney produced a thrilling solo ride to the summit of Mont Ventoux to win a Tour de France Femmes stage and take the overall lead. The story of why it's so hard to run a cycling team details the Hess women's team's collapse despite a rich benefactor.

Athletics & Track

Russian Athletics filed a new claim with CAS to challenge World Athletics sanctions. The European Athletics Championships timetable and BBC coverage for Birmingham (10‑16 August) are set. Keely Hodgkinson says a home European 800m title would mean as much as Olympic gold. The team behind Hodgkinson's golden rise and her world‑record pursuit is featured. Grand Slam Track athletes have been paid, Michael Johnson confirmed after the league's bankruptcy.

Boxing & MMA

Callum Simpson avenged his only loss, reclaiming the British and Commonwealth super‑middleweight titles in a unanimous decision over Troy Williamson. Ben Pritchard retained his European title and now eyes a world title defence. Dakota Ditcheva said she broke both hands during her win over Denise Kielholtz, months after similar injuries.

Snooker

Judd Trump lost to Thailand's Noppon Saengkham at the China Open, while Shaun Murphy set a new scoring record and Ronnie O'Sullivan won his opener.

Gymnastics

Hezly Rivera, won her second straight U.S. gymnastics national title, rallying from fourth on the final day.

Other Sports & Events

The Little League World Series schedule and coverage are available in our one‑stop shop. Fantasy drafters should check the Do Not Draft list from Eric Karabell. Jeremias James, proud of his Welsh roots, hopes for a rule change to help his international football ambitions. Charlie Smyth from County Down is getting used to being an NFL starter for the Saints. The retro game of hacky sack has seen a viral comeback, featured on The Ocho. Chepstow at 100 celebrated its centenary with stories of royalty and racing fairytales. The WSOP 2026 final table delivered great play, but the Hall of Fame process needs addressing. Purdue AD Tommy McClelland apologized for a one‑liner at Indiana's expense. The PLL Week 12 preview covers playoff scenarios for Throwback Weekend in Boston. And Slippery Stairs, the iconic Ocho event, is harder than it looks.