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Super Bowl MVP Patrick Mahomes becomes part-owner of the Kansas City Royals
MLB Earlier today
Chiefs quarterback and Super Bowl MVP Patrick Mahomes has joined the Kansas City Royals ownership group, the team announced in a statement on Tuesday.
The Marlins' outbreak exposes holes in MLB's return-to-work strategy
Baseball's playing schedule, its virus testing schedule, and its protocols for what happens in between are misaligned.
Real Madrid's Mariano tests positive for COVID-19 ahead of match against Manchester City
Champions League This morning
Real Madrid has confirmed that striker Mariano Díaz is in quarantine away from his teammates after testing positive for COVID-19. Real Madrid will play Manchester City on August 7 in a Champions League tie.
Patriots linebacker Dont'a Hightower opts out of 2020 season, reports say
NFL This morning
According to several sources, New England Patriots linebacker Dont'a Hightower, who became a father on July 16, is opting out of the 2020 season. Several other Patriots are also opting out of playing this season, including Brandon Bolden, Marcus Cannon and Danny Vitale.
Marlins' home opener canceled after players and coaches test positive for COVID-19
COVID-19 Yesterday
The Miami Marlins home opener against the Baltimore Orioles has been canceled due to a COVID-19 outbreak within the team, according to ESPN.
Chargers WR Keenan Allen says he's the best receiver in the AFC West
NFL Yesterday
After not being pleased with his placement on NFL Network's countdown of the Top 100 players, Chargers wide receiver Keenan Allen called out Mike Evans, Tyreek Hill and Chris Godwin and claimed that he was the best receiver in the AFC West.
Danilo reminds FIFA that he shares a unique set of league wins with Ronaldo
Premier League Yesterday
FIFA said that no player other than Ronaldo had won the trio of Serie A, the Premier League and La Liga once. But Juve teammate Danilo has also won each league at least once, as well as the Portuguese title.
Third-string keeper Thomas Hasal steals show in second-ever MLS start
The Vancouver Whitecaps third-stringer keeper was called into duty at the MLS is Back Tournament at ESPN Wide World of Sports after an injury and personal matter kept the 'Caps regular number one and backup sidelined. The 21-year-old made 8 saves.
Jan Vertonghen confirms departure from Spurs
Premier League July 27, 2020
The Belgian defender had played for Tottenham for eight seasons and leaves as a free agent. Fans have paid tribute to the 33-year-old as he plans his next move.
Shohei Ohtani fails to record an out in his highly-anticipated return to the mound
MLB July 26, 2020
In his first pitching start since September 2018, the Angels' two-way star walked three Oakland batters, gave up three hits and exited with a 4-0 deficit at Oakland Coliseum. Ohtani threw 30 pitches and was charged with five earned runs total.
Astros ace Justin Verlander 'shut down' for a few weeks with a forearm injury
MLB July 26, 2020
Astros beat writer Chandler Rome initially reported that the reigning American League Cy Young winner Justin Verlander would be out for the rest of the season with an elbow injury. However, after Sunday's game, manager Dusty Baker said Verlander is dealing with a forearm strain and will "shut down" for a couple weeks.
Father Time hasn't caught up to Twins slugger Nelson Cruz
MLB July 26, 2020
The 40-year-old has started off the 2020 MLB season with a bang, hitting three home runs and driving in 10 runs during Minnesota's first three games. On Sunday against the White Sox, Cruz became the oldest player in MLB history to record four extra-base hits and four RBIs in the same game.
The Houston Dash defeat the Red Stars to win their first NWSL championship
Soccer July 26, 2020
On Sunday, Houston beat Chicago 2-0 at Rio Tinto Stadium in Salt Lake City, Utah, thanks to an early goal from Sophie Schmidt and a stoppage-time score from Shea Groom.
Jamie Vardy wins Golden Boot award as Leicester miss out on UCL place
Premier League July 26, 2020
At 33 years old, Vardy becomes the oldest player to win the Premier League's golden boot, given to the player who scores the most goals in a season. But despite his 24 goals, his Leicester City side finished fifth and missed out on a Champions League place.
The world's most expensive keeper has been dropped by Chelsea
Premier League July 26, 2020
Kepa Arrizabalaga has been dropped by Chelsea with the London side chasing a Champions League spot. On the final day of the Premier League season, Willy Cabellero starts for Frank Lampard's team, raising questions about the Spanish keeper's future.
The chaos continued at the AndaluciaGP!
Doubling up, The Doctor on the podium and race less predictable than the lottery! Here are all the key headlines from the AndaluciaGP!
Tributes are rolling in for David Silva on his last day in the Premier League
Premier League July 26, 2020
The Spanish midfielder arrived at Man City in 2020. On July 26, as the Premier League season draws to a close, he will play his final game for the side.
Tom Thibodeau signs five-year deal with the Knicks
NBA July 25, 2020
The New York Knicks have signed Tom Thibodeau has their head coach, ESPN and The Athletic report. He was an assistant coach for the team in the 90s and will be their 13th head coach in the 17 years since he left.
Kylian Mbappé's injury could see him miss the Champions League quarter-final
Champions League July 25, 2020
The Paris Saint-Germain forward was tackled by St Etienne captain Loic Perrin in the first half of the Coupe de France final and was later seen leaving the stadium on crutches. Officials have confirmed the injury will take 10-15 days to heal, leaving a question mark over Mbappé's fitness for the Champions League quarter-final.