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Braves place OF Ronald Acuna Jr. on 10-day IL

The Atlanta Braves placed All-Star Ronald Acuna Jr. on the 10-day injured list Wednesday and recalled fellow outfielder Jarred Kelenic from Triple-A Gwinnett.

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Report: Rays Have Discussed Their Star Closer With Surging AL Team

The Tampa Bay Rays certainly have pieces to dangle in front of hungry contenders. Which contender (or any team) doesn’t need more bullpen help? Well, the Rays have a closer that should interest plenty of teams.

Tennis News / FirstSportz / July 30

Iga Swiatek Calls Herself ‘Good Actress’ As She Recalls Shooting For Hours Right After Failed Doping Test Realization

Iga Swiatek‘s perhaps the most controversial phase of her career was the doping scandal. Last year, she tested positive for trimetazidine, which contaminated a melatonin medicine she was taking at that time.

Arsenal FC News / Just Arsenal / July 30

Arsenal signs teenage goalkeeper from MK Dons

Arsenal’s recruitment of goalkeepers, which began in earnest last summer, has continued this term with the signing of Remi Lupinski from MK Dons. As one of the leading clubs in world football, Arsenal have the resources to scout emerging talent across the globe and is always seeking to enhance its ranks with promising young players.

UCLA Bruins News / UCLA Bruins on SI / July 30

EXCLUSIVE: UCLA Target Rob Larson Details His Offer

The UCLA Bruins have been looking to land the best wide receivers in the country in a plethora of different classes, including the 2027 recruiting class.

Soccer News / Football Italia / July 30

Who could Milan sell to fund swoop for Liverpool’s Chiesa

Last week, Milan sporting director Igli Tare said that the club will only pursue a new winger if they manage to offload one of their existing players, as speculation begins to grow that the club will move for Liverpool forward Federico Chiesa.

College Football News / Heartland College Sports / July 30

One Big 12 Team Draws the League’s Toughest Path

A gauntlet awaits Baylor, one that could decide whether the 2025 season brackets them in playoff contention or writes them off early. CBS Sports college football analyst Shehan Jeyarajah labeled Baylor’s upcoming slate as the hardest in the Big 12 this season.

Video Games News / Total Apex Gaming / July 30

The Ultimate Junkrat Build for Overwatch 2 Stadium: Kaboom Like a Pro

Alright, Junkrat fans, buckle up because we’re about to blow the lid off (literally). If you’re picking Junkrat in Overwatch 2 Stadium and think spamming grenades at walls is all it takes to secure Ws, well… you’re mostly right.

Brooke Hogan Claims WWE Didn't Invite Her To Hulk Hogan Tributes

After a widely documented public fallout, Hulk Hogan and his daughter Brooke spent several years estranged from one another. Now, it appears that the broken relationship carried over into WWE's tributes to Hogan after his death last week.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / July 30

David Pollack Names Most Manageable Schedule in the SEC

The college football season is quickly approaching, with many teams having just about a month to prepare for their season openers. One conference that's stealing a lot of attention is the SEC.

Indiana Fever News / Athlon Sports / July 30

Aliyah Boston Gets Blunt on Playing With and Without Caitlin Clark

The Indiana Fever are off to a 14-12 start during the 2025 WNBA season. They are clinging to the sixth spot in the league standings, which places them firmly in the playoff picture with 18 games still left to play.

Chicago Cubs News / Last Word On Sports / July 30

Trades The Cubs Should Make

Ever since the All-Star Break ended, the Cubs have looked inconsistent to say the least. They are 5-6 in their last eleven games and have struggled in a number of areas.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / July 30

Former Knicks Guard Reveals Heartbreaking News

The Big Ragu, formerly of the New York Knicks, will have to simmer for a bit before making his international debut. Donte DiVincenzo had a heartbreaking announcement on Wednesday, revealing that an injury will prevent him from making his long-awaited debut for Italy's men's national basketball team.

Los Angeles Rams News / Yardbarker / July 30

Davante Adams praises Jimmy Garoppolo, shades Raiders in candid interview

Adams has found himself working with a former teammate in training camp.

Are Rams putting too much trust in oft-injured QBs?

Matthew Stafford Ranked No. 59 On NFL Top 100 For 2025 Season

Projecting the most explosive NFL offenses in 2025, from first to worst

The 'Active players with multiple 1,000-yard receiving seasons' quiz

Edmonton Oilers News / NHL Trade Talk / July 30

Without Trade, Oilers May be Forced to Overpay on Ekholm Extension

As Edmonton Oilers general manager Stan Bowman works on key summer contract extensions, one decision stands out beyond captain Connor McDavid: what kind of extension to give top-pairing defenceman Mattias Ekholm?

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / July 30

NASCAR likely won't race internationally in 2026

It appears that NASCAR won't feature any international races in 2026.

NASCAR makes major Austin Hill decision after controversial Indianapolis crash

Everything NASCAR got right, wrong about In-Season Challenge

Denny Hamlin says this major NASCAR change would postpone his retirement

The 'NASCAR Cup Series winners' quiz

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / July 30

Marcus Morris shares his side of what led to fraud arrest

Marcus Morris was arrested in Florida on Sunday over a charge related to fraud, and the longtime NBA veteran has now shared his side of the story. Morris was taken into custody on Sunday by the Broward County Sheriff’s Office and held without bond for a felony warrant that was issued in another state.

Edmonton Oilers News / Oilersnation / July 30

Oilers: How Nail Yakupov stacks up against the 2012 NHL Draft

The 2012 NHL Draft is one of the weirdest in league history. For the third consecutive year during their Oil Change, the Edmonton Oilers held the first overall pick.

NHL News / Canucksarmy / July 30

Top 50 Canucks players of all time: #43 – Jacob Markstrom

Join us this summer as we count down the top 50 Vancouver Canucks players of all time! #43: Jacob Markstrom The end of Roberto Luongo’s tenure in Vancouver marked the start of Jacob Markstrom’s time as a Canuck.

New Orleans Saints News / Yardbarker / July 30

Insider updates how Saints are evaluating QBs during three-way competition

It seems likely that all three QBs will see playing time during New Orleans' preseason opener against the Chargers on Aug. 10.

Ravens setback likely silences Mark Andrews trade talk for now

Patriots have Drake Maye concern surface early in training camp

Jets' Justin Fields opens up about short-lived Steelers tenure

Who is the longest-tenured coordinator for every NFL franchise?

The 'New Orleans Saints head coaches' quiz

Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / July 30

Initial tests on Ronald Acuña Jr. are promising

According to MLB.com’s Mark Bowman, preliminary tests on Ronald Acuña Jr.’s Achilles revealed that there is no reason to believe he has a significant injury.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 30

Phillies could consider move to bullpen for Jesus Luzardo

The Phillies have made improving their bullpen the club’s top priority this summer.

Who are the early favorites for all the 2025 MLB awards?

The 'MLB active strikeout leaders' quiz

Calgary Flames News / Flamesnation / July 30

Which Flames prospects could be at the 2026 World Juniors?

Gang, we’re at the point of the off-season were preparations are beginning for the upcoming season. The winter holidays feature the IIHF’s World Junior Championship, featuring the top junior-aged men’s hockey players from throughout the world.

John Kruk took savage shot at Angel Reese during MLB broadcast

Angel Reese has a reputation for padding her rebound stats by corralling her own missed shots, and a longtime MLB announcer is the latest to take a swipe at the Chicago Sky star over that tendency.

New York Islanders News / Daily Faceoff / July 30

2025-26 NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown: New York Islanders’ Top 10

Welcome back. It’s time for Daily Faceoff’s third annual NHL Prospect Pool Breakdown, looking at the best all 32 teams have to offer. We’re highlighting the top 10 prospects for every franchise, their biggest strengths and weaknesses and so much more.