Scottie Scheffler favored to win Open, but bettors like Europeans - ESPN
Scottie Scheffler, the reigning Champion Golfer of the Year, will head into the Open Championship as the favorite to retain the Claret Jug.
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Why England vs. Argentina is World Cup's best, angriest, most chaotic rivalry - ESPN
ATLANTA — England vs. Argentina is not just your average World Cup semifinal. In addition to being two of the top-four ranked nations according to FIFA, it's arguably one of the most iconic World Cup rivalries of them all, extending over 60 years of controversy, hostility and era-defining moments involving some of the biggest names ever to play the game. When the two teams meet Wednesday, they will add another chapter to the rich and tempestuous story of two footballing giants.
Reports: Astros finalizing trade of Lance McCullers Jr. to Brewers - ESPN
The Houston Astros are finalizing a trade that would send oft-injured right-hander Lance McCullers Jr., their longest-tenured pitcher, to the Milwaukee Brewers, according to multiple media reports.
How Scaloni unlocked Messi's goal scoring at World Cup for Argentina - ESPN
There was once a time when the burden of carrying Argentina's dreams had become too much to bear for Lionel Messi.
Devils sign veteran forward Anthony Mantha to 2-year, $9.5M deal - ESPN
The New Jersey Devils have signed veteran forward Anthony Mantha to a two-year contract worth $9.5 million, the team announced Wednesday. Mantha will get $5.4M next season and $4.1M in 2027-28.
Steve Yzerman abruptly steps down as Red Wings GM - ESPN
Steve Yzerman is no longer general manager of the Detroit Red Wings after seven disappointing seasons running a franchise for which he was a Hall of Fame player.
Miami's Mensah: Success of Ward, Beck factored into transfer - ESPN
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — When Darian Mensah surveyed his options for the 2026 season, including remaining at Duke or leaving for the NFL, he couldn't ignore what had happened at Miami with quarterbacks in a similar situation.
Champion Hurricanes to open the NHL season against Panthers - ESPN
The Carolina Hurricanes will raise their second Stanley Cup championship banner Sept. 29 before hosting the Florida Panthers to kick off the NHL season.