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New York Mets former third baseman David Wright poses for a photo with family and friends after his number retirement ceremony before a game against the Cincinnati Reds at Citi Field.

David Wright's wife Molly presents Mets HOF jacket at emotional jersey retirement

Controversial JC Tretter resigns from NFLPA in shocking move

Donald Trump demands Washington Commanders 'immediately' restore old name

Ole Miss football freshman Corey Adams, 18, shot & killed in Tennessee

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Cleveland Guardians president responds to Donald Trump's demands to change name

Dallas Wings guard DiJonai Carrington hugs guard Paige Bueckers before a game against the Connecticut Sun

WNBA star DiJonai Carrington shares rare Paige Bueckers, Azzi Fudd couples photo

Scott Hanson during red carpet arrivals for the NFL Honors show at the Fox Theatre.

Scott Hanson gets candid about emotional NFL RedZone negotiations

UFC CEO Dana White during weigh-ins for UFC Fight Night at Amalie Arena.

Dana White shatters Jones Jones' UFC White House dreams: 'I can't risk it'

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Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts and head coach Nick Sirianni celebrate with the Vince Lombardi Trophy after defeating the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LIX

Philadelphia Eagles unveil epic Super Bowl 59 rings with hidden wings

Washington Redskins defensive end Jason Buck celebrates after a play against the Buffalo Bills during Super Bowl XXVI

Super Bowl champ wants Donald Trump meeting to get old Washington NFL team name back

Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice leaves the field following the NFL game against the Los Angeles Chargers

Chiefs preparing for star receiver Rashee Rice to be suspended '2 to 4 games'

Pittsburgh Steelers defensive end Cameron Heyward and linebacker TJ Watt participate in organized team activities

Steelers cave with massive $123 million extension for star pass rusher TJ Watt

NBA

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Dallas Mavericks guard Klay Thompson celebrates his team’s win against the Chicago Bulls.

NBA fans react to Megan Thee Stallion’s $300K gift to Klay Thompson

Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic reacts after a play against the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Nikola Jokic receives wild ‘horse head’ gift in China

VJ Edgecombe arrives before the first round of the 2025 NBA Draft.

Philadelphia 76ers’ VJ Edgecombe reveals bold goal for rookie NBA season

Texas Tech alum and Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes attends a press conference.

Patrick Mahomes speaks out on Luka Doncic trade and Dallas Mavericks’ future

Friday Roundup: Swing-off rules, Watt secures bag, NBA homecoming, and more

National League designated hitter Kyle Schwarber of the Philadelphia Phillies hits a home run in the swing off of after the 2025 MLB All Star Game ended in a tie at Truist Park.

MLB

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Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Daniel Bard (51) throws a pitch in the seventh inning against the Chicago White Sox at Fenway Park on June 1, 2011.

MLB News: Veteran pitchers' sudden retirement end comeback bids

The Phillie Phanatic performs before game between the Philadelphia Phillies and the Toronto Blue Jays at Citizens Bank Park on June 15.

MLB mascots, broadcasters spoof viral Coldplay concert 'kiss cam' clip

National League designated hitter Kyle Schwarber (12) of the Philadelphia Phillies celebrates with his teammates after hitting in the swing-off after the 2025 MLB All Star Game ended in a tie at Truist Park on Tuesday.

MLB All-Star Game ratings are in — and John Smoltz has an idea to improve them

MLB Commissioner Rob Manfred announces the pick for the Athletics pick during the MLB Draft at The Coca-Cola Roxy

MLB commissioner Rob Manfred recognizes low-spending teams hurting baseball

Sports Media

Sports commentator Rich Eisen poses for a photo on the red carpet before the NFL Honors award show at Symphony Hall.

Rich Eisen shares emotional Instagram post celebrating late friend Stuart Scott

Hideki Matsuyama putts on the 12th hole during the third round of The 153rd Open Championship golf tournament.

Open Championship broadcast breaks into panic thanks to unwelcomed visitor

Bill Belichick and Jordon Hudson on the red carpet before Super Bowl LIX NFL Honors at Saenger Theatre.

Bill Belichick, UNC football docuseries coming to Hulu after HBO debacle

Coldplay played the first of two El Paso shows at Sun Bowl Stadium as part of its Music of the Spheres Tour.

SportsCenter trolls viral Coldplay kiss cam mishap by Astronomer CEO Andy Byron

Alberto Contador, in yellow, during stage twenty of the Tour de France between Longjumeau and Paris.

Tour de France protester gets tackled, tossed over barrier by security guard

Comedian Shane Gillis waves to the spectators at the Olivia Culpo and Christian McCaffrey wedding after the 2025 ESPYs

Dan Le Batard calls out Shane Gillis for 'provocative' ESPYs monologue

An ESPN microphone before the game between the Houston Astros and the Texas Rangers at Minute Maid Park on Apr 16, 2023.

Popular Chicago sports-talk radio host dies

Dave Portnoy, Bar Stool Sports founder and owner walks along the sidelines before the playing of the 125 Army Navy game at Commanders Field.

Dave Portnoy announces Barstool Sports partnership with Fox Sports

Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow throw during practice at Paycor Stadium.

Joe Burrow's latest Sports Illustrated cover screams 'coolest guy around'

Comedian Shane Gillis looks on during the second quarter of action between the Philadelphia 76ers and the Memphis Grizzlies.

Ex-ESPN personality rips Shane Gillis' controversial ESPYS monologue

Simone Biles and Jonathan Owens on the red carpet before the ESPYS at The Dolby Theatre.

Complete list of award winners from the 2025 ESPYS

Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy looks at the scoreboard during a WNBA game between the Indiana Fever and the Chicago Sky

Fox Sports pushing for college football content with Barstool's Dave Portnoy