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Last updated: August 7, 2026, 5:08 PM ET

Poker and Hall of Fame

The 2026 WSOP final table delivered thrilling play and charismatic personalities, yet the Hall of Fame’s single-inductee process drew sharp criticism. Meanwhile, the Purdue athletic director publicly acknowledged his Indiana one-liner was a mistake "the second it left my mouth," offering a full mea culpa.

NFL and Fantasy

Jahmyr Gibbs’ $67.5 million extension leads a wave of notable contract moves this preseason, with Seth Walder ranking the top 10 deals. In fantasy circles, Eric Karabell’s annual ‘Do Not Draft’ list highlights players being selected too early, including a trio from the Giants that he flags as overvalued.

WNBPA and Inclusion

The Women’s National Basketball Players Association released a firm statement rejecting “hate, abuse” in the ongoing transgender athlete debate, insisting the organization “will not be used as political pawns.”

Baseball Trade Deadline Aftermath

Our panel of MLB insiders graded the biggest trade deadline moves, with one executive remarking, “I’m glad we’re not in the NL,” as blockbuster deals reshaped contenders. A full assessment of how all 30 teams’ playoff hopes have swung since the deadline shows some rosters now appear championship-ready while others face long odds.

Cricket Qualifiers and Spin Dominance

Scotland held on for a nervy nine-run win over Canada to secure a place at next year’s World Cup Qualifier after a tense tri-series clash in Forfarshire. In a separate ODI, Rashid Khan took six wickets as Afghanistan thrashed Ireland by 92 runs in Gary Wilson’s first match as head coach.

The Ocho’s Oddity

The iconic Ocho event returns with Slippery Stairs, a deceptively challenging competition that one firsthand participant describes as harder than it appears, featuring countless falls and a unique rise to cult status.