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It’s Friday, August 1. On this day in 1971, Richard “The King” Petty won the Dixie 500 at Atlanta International Raceway, becoming the first NASCAR driver to surpass $1 million in career earnings.
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⚾ Trade Deadline Frenzy: Astros & Correa Reunite, Padres Go All-In |
MLB trade deadline day didn’t disappoint again on Thursday, with contenders making waves all day up until the 6 p.m. ET cutoff—and the Twins executing a major sell‑off from top to bottom. See all notable moves.
Minnesota traded Carlos Correa back to the Astros, along with relievers Griffin Jax, Louis Varland, Danny Coulombe, Harrison Bader, Willi Castro and Ty France in what amounted to a full‑scale roster teardown.
The Padres went full throttle, acquiring flamethrower Mason Miller, J.P. Sears, catcher Freddy Fermin and key bats like Ryan O’Hearn and Ramon Laureano in an all‑in push for October relevance.
Meanwhile, the Yankees revamped their bullpen by adding David Bednar (alongside Camilo Doval and Jake Bird), locking down late innings ahead of a postseason push. | 🏈 Commanders' Terry McLaurin Requests Trade |
Terry McLaurin has formally requested a trade from the Commanders, citing frustration over stalled contract extension talks, per reports.
The veteran wideout, entering the final year of a three‑year, $68.3 million deal with just $15.5 million base salary and a modest $2.8 million guaranteed, temporarily held out of training camp before being placed on the PUP list.
While Washington has stressed they value McLaurin and hope to keep him, his request signals a tense impasse—leaving both sides with a stark choice between securing him a richer deal or facilitating a trade.
Big-market suitors like the Patriots and Raiders have emerged as potential trade partners, though most analysts believe the Commanders remain favored to retain him unless a high-value offer lands. | 🏀 Knicks Sign Mikal Bridges to 4yr/$150M Extension |
The Knicks reportedly locked up Mikal Bridges with a four‑year, $150 million extension, including a player option for the 2029‑30 season and a trade kicker that prevents a move for six months.
Bridges accepted slightly under his maximum eligible offer (~$156 M) to help preserve cap flexibility and avoid the second luxury‑tax apron—clearly a team‑first maneuver.
The deal cements the Knicks’ core—Bridges, Jalen Brunson, OG Anunoby, Karl‑Anthony Towns, and Josh Hart—through at least 2027‑28, keeping the nucleus intact for a title push under coach Mike Brown. |
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► The Rays traded their stolen base leader Jose Caballero, tied for the MLB lead with 34, to the Yankees during Thursday's game between one another, prompting an emotional sendoff as he hugged teammates in the dugout. (See Video)
► Mariners star Cal Raleigh broke the single-season record for home runs by a switch-hitting catcher with his 42nd blast during Seattle's 6-0 win vs. the Rangers on Thursday night, surpassing Todd Hundley's 1996 mark of 41. (More)
► The Braves and Reds each scored eight runs in the eighth inning on Thursday night—a rare MLB feat occurring only three times in history—tying the game at 11-11 after Atlanta's 11-3 lead, before the Braves clinched a 12-11 win in the 10th. (See Details)
► Rays All-Star first baseman Jonathan Aranda exited Thursday's rain-delayed game in New York after a serious injury from colliding with Yankees' Giancarlo Stanton while fielding an errant throw. (More)
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► The Chargers dominated the Lions with a 34-7 win in the Hall of Fame Game on Thursday night, showcasing quarterback Trey Lance's efficient performance and promising team depth under head coach Jim Harbaugh. (More)
► The NFL introduced virtual measurement technology during the Hall of Fame Game, utilizing six 8K cameras to more efficiently determine first downs and potentially phase out the traditional chain system. (See Video)
► The Bengals signed veteran tight end Noah Fant, recently released by the Seahawks as a cap casualty after recording 48 catches for 500 yards and one touchdown last season, to join their receiving corps. (More)
► Ex-Titans GM Jon Robinson revealed that he regrets trading A.J. Brown to the Eagles for a first-round pick used on Treylon Burks, who was recently waived, and wishes for a do-over. (See Details)
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The Latest in Golf:
► Joel Dahmen surged to the lead with a career-tying 9-under 61 in the opening round of the Wyndham Championship, holding a one-shot edge over Alex Noren, while Jordan Spieth and Adam Scott trailed at 5-under. (More)
► Charlie Woods is tied for second at the Junior PGA Championship with a score of 12-under 202, positioning him well to potentially secure one of the two automatic spots on the U.S. Junior Ryder Cup team. (More)
► Scottie Scheffler will earn a staggering $18 million this week without hitting a single golf shot, comprising $10 million from the PGA Tour's new bonus pool and $8 million from the Comcast Business Top 10 standings. (See Details)
► Philippe Gariepy, a 49-year-old Canadian pro golfer, drew attention at the PGA Championship of Canada for his unusually short 21-inch putter, adopted nearly a decade ago after a successful trial with a child's club to improve accuracy. (See Video) |
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► Stanford is reportedly hiring former Nike CEO John Donahoe as its new AD to leverage his extensive business experience and deep connections to the school in addressing challenges within its athletics program. (More)
► Max Verstappen confirmed his commitment to staying with Red Bull for the 2026 F1 season, dismissing ongoing rumors of a potential switch to Mercedes. (More)
► Coco Gauff staged a comeback from a set and a break down to defeat Veronika Kudermetova 4-6, 7-5, 6-2 in a two-hour, 32-minute match at the Montreal tournament, marking her second consecutive rally victory. (More)
► Fox Corporation acquired a one-third interest in Penske Entertainment, encompassing IndyCar and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, while extending IndyCar's media rights with FOX Sports for multiple years. (See Details)
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