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It’s Thursday, July 24. On this day in 1978, Billy Martin resigned as Yankees manager after famously quipping, "The two of them deserve each other—one’s a born liar, the other’s convicted," referring to George Steinbrenner and Reggie Jackson.

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► Giants starter Justin Verlander ended a career-worst 16-game winless streak by pitching five scoreless innings with one hit allowed in a 9-3 win vs. the Braves on Wednesday. (More)

► Phillies star Bryce Harper hit his 350th career home run in Philly's 9-8 loss vs. the Red Sox on Wednesday night, becoming the youngest active player to reach the milestone. (See Details)

► The Rockies shutout the Cardinals 6-0 on Wednesday behind rookie Tanner Gordon, ending a 220-game streak without a shutout, the third-longest in MLB history. (More)

► Nationals outfielder Jacob Young made a spectacular home run robbery by scaling the outfield wall to catch a deep fly ball from Reds' Will Benson during a 5-0 loss on Wednesday. (See Video)

► The Cardinals designated struggling pitcher Erick Fedde for assignment as his performance declined sharply with a 5.22 ERA and 3-10 record over 20 starts. (More)

► The Padres are reportedly open to trading starter Dylan Cease, with interest from the Yankees, Red Sox, Mets, Cubs, among others, aiming to address roster needs before the July 31 trade deadline. (See Details)

► Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa stated that Tyreek Hill is working to rebuild his relationship with the team after his "I'm out" comments, emphasizing that Hill is focusing on personal growth and vulnerability to reconnect with teammates. (More)

► Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow expressed disappointment over ongoing contract disputes with edge rushers Trey Hendrickson and rookie Shemar Stewart, noting their absence from training camp hinders team cohesion. (See Video)

► The Giants announced that veteran Russell Wilson will be their starting quarterback for the 2025 season, ending any speculation about a competition as training camp begins. (More)

► Browns coach Kevin Stefanski aims to decide on their starting quarterback soon, as rookies Dillon Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders compete with veterans Joe Flacco and Kenny Pickett during training camp. (More)

► Broncos quarterback Bo Nix spent a week training with Drew Brees to enhance his skills in Sean Payton's offense, demonstrating his commitment to improvement after a strong rookie season. (More)

► Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts, who considers Michael Jordan a friend, received valuable championship advice from the six-time NBA title winner following their Super Bowl victory. (See Details)

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► NASCAR will host a street course race at San Diego's Naval Base Coronado in June 2026, featuring the Cup, Xfinity, and Craftsman Truck Series, celebrating the U.S. Navy's 250th anniversary. (See Details)

► Carlos Sainz expressed confusion over Red Bull's decision to not sign him as Max Verstappen's teammate, believing their past healthy rivalry and his proven performance would have made them a strong pairing. (More)

► Jimmie Johnson, a seven-time NASCAR Cup champ who has raced only twice this season, plans to increase his participation in 2026. (More)

► The Brickyard 400 pace car will be driven by Pacers star Pascal Siakam, who will lead the field to the green flag at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. (More)

► Felix Rosenqvist's No. 60 Honda will feature a Grateful Dead tribute livery with a tie-dye design at the IndyCar races in Laguna Seca and Portland to celebrate the band's 60th anniversary. (See Photos)

► USC freshman guard Alijah Arenas, a five-star recruit and son of former NBA All-Star Gilbert Arenas, will miss 6-8 months due to a torn meniscus, potentially sidelining him for the entire 2025-26 season. (More)

► MLS Commissioner Don Garber stated that a potential shift to align the league's calendar with the FIFA international match calendar is under evaluation but won't likely occur until after the 2026 World Cup. (See Details)

► Former UFC champ Sean Strickland's suspension by the Nevada Athletic Commission was extended after he attacked fighter Luis Hernandez in the cage at a Tuff-N-Uff event in June. (More)

► Northwestern quarterback Jack Lausch, the Wildcats' 2024 starter, has left the football program to pursue his baseball career, where he’s thrived as a standout center fielder. (More)

► ESPN is reportedly close to acquiring NFL Media, including NFL Network, RedZone, and seven regular-season games, in a deal valued at approximately $2 billion. (See Details)

► Tennessee defensive back Boo Carter, a key sophomore expected to excel in 2025, has missed numerous team activities and was confronted by team leaders, with his status to be addressed by coach Josh Heupel. (More)

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