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It’s Tuesday, August 5. On this day in 1979, Phillies first baseman Pete Rose collected his 2,427th career single, setting a new NL record and surpassing Honus Wagner’s mark.
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🏀 NCAA to Keep March Madness at 68 Teams |
The NCAA officially voted to keep March Madness at 68 teams for both the 2026 men’s and women’s tournaments, maintaining the current First Four + 64‑team bracket format.
Decision-makers from both Division I basketball committees confirmed that while expansion to 72 or even 76 teams is under discussion for 2027 and beyond, no changes will be implemented for the 2026 season.
The move preserves the drama and logistics fans and broadcasters have come to expect, at least for one more year — though lively debate over future field sizes is far from over.
Keep an eye out as the NCAA continues evaluating expansion strategies starting with the 2027 tournaments. |
⚾ Judge to Rejoin Yankees After IL Stint |
Aaron Judge is expected to be activated from the 10-day injured list and will rejoin the Yankees as the designated hitter tonight facing the Rangers—marking the end of his absence that began retroactive to July 26 with a right elbow flexor strain.
New York manager Aaron Boone confirmed Judge will initially return as a DH while the team begins a throwing progression to determine when he can take the field again in right field.
Before the injury, Judge was having an MVP-caliber season—leading MLB with a .342 batting average and piling up 37 home runs and 85 RBIs through 103 games.
His return couldn’t come at a more pivotal moment: New York is reeling from a brutal swoon—18–28 since mid‑June—with playoff hopes hanging in the balance as they trail the Blue Jays and Red Sox in the AL East. | 🏀 Spurs Sign De'Aaron Fox to Max Extension |
The Spurs locked in De’Aaron Fox on a four‑year, $229 million full max extension, guaranteeing his stay through the 2029‑30 season.
Fox, acquired from Sacramento at this past February’s trade deadline, averaged 19.7 points and 6.8 assists over 17 games before a finger injury ended his season.
The deal—worth the maximum under the CBA and without a player option—signals that the Spurs view Fox as a cornerstone to build around alongside Victor Wembanyama, Dylan Harper and Stephon Castle.
What's compelling here is San Antonio committing to Fox even after drafting Harper at No. 2, clearly prioritizing Fox’s elite athleticism and alignment with Wemby’s potential despite limited time together last year. |
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► Phillies star Kyle Schwarber hit two home runs, including a grand slam for his 40th of the season, powering the team to a 13-3 win vs. the Orioles on Monday night while becoming the fastest in franchise history to reach that milestone. (More)
► The Cubs are placing starter Michael Soroka on the 15-day IL due to shoulder discomfort after he exited his Monday night debut early vs. the Reds with reduced velocity, adding to his history of injuries. (See Details)
► Guardians reliever Nic Enright, diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma in late 2022 and nearing the end of his treatments, earned an emotional first career save by closing out a 7-6 win vs. the Mets on night. (More)
► Astros All-Star third baseman Isaac Paredes has chosen to rehabilitate his severe hamstring injury rather than undergo season-ending surgery, hoping to return this year after sustaining the strain on July 19. (See Details)
► MLB named Red Sox shortstop Trevor Story and Rockies shortstop Warming Bernabel as the MLB Players of the Week. (More)
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► The Eagles acquired cornerback Jakorian Bennett, a 2023 fourth-round draft pick with 58 career tackles and 11 passes defensed, from the Raiders in exchange for defensive tackle Thomas Booker, a 2022 fifth-rounder who recorded 18 tackles and one sack last season. (More)
► Chargers linebacker Denzel Perryman was released from custody on Monday with all charges dropped following an arrest on Friday night for vehicle code violations after police discovered five guns in his vehicle. (More)
► The Jaguars listed rookie Travis Hunter as a starting receiver and second-string cornerback on their first unofficial depth chart for the 2025 season, with head coach Liam Coen expressing confidence in his ability to play both positions. (See Details)
► Ex-NFL running back Leshon Johnson was convicted on six felony counts under the Animal Welfare Act for operating a massive dog-fighting and trafficking ring at his "Mal Kant Kennels," where authorities seized a record 190 dogs. (More)
► Vikings legend Jared Allen ripped his suit pants while performing his signature sack celebration on stage during his Pro Football Hall of Fame induction ceremony after receiving his gold jacket. (See Video)
► Eagles running back Saquon Barkley expressed shock at being named to President Trump's newly formed council on sports, fitness, and nutrition, stating he will not be able to participate due to his busy schedule and family priorities. (More)
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The Latest in Golf:
► Rory McIlroy is not participating in the St. Jude Championship as part of his decision to start fewer events and reduce his overall schedule, allowing him to slide into the second round of the FedEx Cup Playoffs without competing. (More)
► The FedEx Cup Playoffs feature intriguing storylines like the controversial even-par Tour Championship format, Ryder Cup picks, Scheffler's season capper, McIlroy's form, 2026 event battles, Schauffele's resurgence, and Young's hot streak. (See Details)
► The USGA anticipates reduced media rights revenue in its upcoming TV deal for the US Open and other tournaments starting in 2027, due to a weakening market for niche sports amid shifts in linear TV and streaming. (More)
► LIV Golf Chicago returns to Bolingbrook Golf Club for the second consecutive year from Aug. 8-10, featuring 54 players in a 54-hole stroke play competition, with Joaquin Niemann poised to clinch the Individual Championship. (More) |
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► The preseason Coaches Poll for the 2025 college football season ranked Texas at No. 1, followed by Ohio State, Penn State, and Georgia, amid expectations for title contenders like Texas with Arch Manning and Ohio State aiming for back-to-back championships. (See Poll)
► The Islanders signed 17-year-old defenseman Matthew Schaefer, the No. 1 pick in the 2025 NHL Draft, to a three-year entry-level contract after his strong performance with Erie in the OHL and recovery from a collarbone injury. (More)
► Novak Djokovic withdrew from the Cincinnati Open for non-medical reasons after skipping the National Bank Open, meaning he will not compete in any tournaments between his Wimbledon semifinal loss to Jannik Sinner and the upcoming US Open. (More)
► WNBA MVP frontrunner Napheesa Collier of the Lynx is sidelined for at least two weeks with a right ankle sprain suffered by stepping on a teammate's foot, potentially missing four games. (More)
► National 400-meter champ Jacory Patterson works UPS night shifts to survive financially, illustrating track athletes' struggles without a pro league and reliant on sporadic sponsorships and prizes. (See Details)
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