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President Donald Trump takes the stage during the American 250 kickoff event on July 3, 2025, at the Iowa State Fairgrouds.

President Donald Trump wants another Washington Commanders name change

MLB News: Fired GM shades owner while interim manager job remains vacant

Weekend Roundup: Glizzy King, Gold Cup controversy, MLB All-Star lineups, and more

Bobby Jenks' former teammate slams ESPN for poorly worded social media post

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Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady greets Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes after Super Bowl LV

Patrick Mahomes says legendary NFL quarterback 'motivates me even more'

Ben Shelton of the United States celebrates winning his match against Marton Fucsovics at the 2025 Wimbledon Championships

Tennis star Ben Shelton extends his sister's vacation from work with Wimbledon win

The tarp is on the field before the teams game against the St. Louis Cardinals at Wrigley Field.

Alex Cooper booed by Cubs fans during rendition of 'Take Me Out to the Ball Game'

Cincinnati Reds catcher Tyler Stephenson squeezes a pitch in the dirt in the eighth inning of the MLB interleague game between the Cincinnati Reds and the Minnesota Twins.

Reds catcher shares 'Talladega Nights' inspired gear for MLB Speedway Classic

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Randy Moss talks with Detroit Lions running back Jamaal Williams (30) before the Green Bay Packers game against the Detroit Lions at Lambeau Field in Green Bay.

Randy Moss expected to return full-time to ESPN's 'Sunday NFL Countdown'

Cleveland Browns running back Nick Chubb breaks guitar painted in New York Jets colors and logos before the game between the Browns and the Jets at Cleveland Browns Stadium.

Browns move forward on $600 million stadium after approved public funding

Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders celebrates after breaking away for a big gain during practice.

Browns fans give massive eye roll after discovering Shedeur Sanders' 'mentor'

Miami Dolphins cornerback Jalen Ramsey meets with Los Angeles Rams wide receiver Cooper Kupp following an NFL game

Dolphins, Steelers stun NFL with blockbuster trade involving Jalen Ramsey

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Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum is helped off the court by after an injury in the second half during game four of the second round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs against the New York Knicks.

Jayson Tatum shares video of rehab process after suffering Achilles injury in May

Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner dunks the ball against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the third quarter during game six of the 2025 NBA Finals at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

Pacers share emotional goodbye tribute for Myles Turner

Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton is assisted after an apparent injury following a play against the Oklahoma City Thunder during the first half of game seven of the 2025 NBA Finals at Paycom Center.

Tyrese Haliburton injury update is what every Pacers fan feared

NBA player Chris Paul looks on as Team CP3 plays a game against Nightrydas at Nike EYBL.

Chris Paul delivers huge NBA retirement update

Friday Roundup: Independence Day, goodbye Lillard, Kershaw 3K, and more

The American Flag flies high over Ben Desaulnier Field during the American Legion baseball game between Danielson Post 21 and Waterford Post 161 at Owen Bell Park in Dayville.

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New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara runs with the ball against the New York Giants during the second quarter at MetLife Stadium.

Alvin Kamara brings heat with first pitch before Chicago Cubs game

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Clayton Kershaw (22) tips his cap while walking off the field after throwing the 3000th strikeout pitch to end the sixth inning against the Chicago White Sox at Dodger Stadium on July 2.

Left-handed legend to Clayton Kershaw: 'See you soon in the HOF'

Television personality Kay Adams in attendance of the Golden State Warriors game against the Phoenix Suns at Footprint Center.

Kay Adams joins list of terrible first pitches after her toss at Wrigley Field

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Clayton Kershaw acknowledges the crowd after striking out Chicago White Sox third baseman Vinny Capra for his 3000th career strike in the fifth inning at Dodger Stadium.

Clayton Kershaw's family overcome with emotions after Dodgers star makes history

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Boston Celtics former player Paul Pierce walks onto the court before game two of the 2024 NBA Finals between the Boston Celtics and the Dallas Mavericks at TD Garden.

Celtics legend Paul Pierce calls himself 'purest' scorer in NBA history

Fans feel the seats of VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena before Anthony Smith fights Jimmy Crute during UFC 261.

Gustavo Oliveira sends opponent to shadow realm with brutal spinning elbow

The Cinnamon Pop-Tart mascot goes into a toaster to be toasted after the Iowa State Cyclones defeatied the Miami Hurricanes at Camping World Stadium.

EA Sports' 'College Football 26' gives first glimpse of Pop-Tarts mascot in game

Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James moves to the basket against New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns during the second half at Crypto.com Arena.

ESPN New York radio host dares LeBron James to join Knicks

Performer Red Panda performs during the halftime in game five against the Indiana Pacers of the 2025 NBA Finals at Paycom Center.

Pat McAfee shares update on Red Panda after scary fall at WNBA Commissioner's Cup

NBA player Damian Lillard sits courtside during the Las Vegas Aces and Los Angeles Sparks game at Michelob Ultra Arena.

Brian Windhorst compares Bucks' waiving of Damian Lillard to Deshaun Watson deal with Browns

23XI owner Michael Jordan celebrates after his driver NASCAR Cup Series driver Tyler Reddick won the Straight Talk Wireless 400 at Homestead-Miami Speedway.

Michael Jordan's former home listed on Airbnb for staggering price

UFC president Dana White separates fighter Jon Jones from Daniel Cormier during a press conference prior to weigh-ins for UFC 196 at MGM Grand Garden Arena.

UFC legend Daniel Cormier hilariously pulls ultra rare card of hated rival Jon Jones

People walk by cars, including television show Dukes of Hazard famed car named General Lee during the Belton Standpipe Festival.

'General Lee' hops water fountain in epic viral moment from Kentucky town

Sabrina Carpenter, winner of Best Pop Vocal Album and Best Pop Solo Performance for ‘Espresso,’ at the 67th Annual Grammy Awards at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on Sunday, Feb. 2, 2025.

Skip Bayless goes on bizarre Sabrina Carpenter rant denouncing 'pop star'

Ronda Rousey during weigh ins for UFC 207 at T Mobile Arena.

Ronda Rousey blown away by insane Power Slap knockout

Tom Brady walks the red carpet on Sunday, May 25, 2025, ahead of the 109th running of the Indianapolis 500.

Tom Brady elevates legend status 'chatting up' Sydney Sweeney at Jeff Bezos wedding