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Former Lakers Owners Joey and Jesse Buss Join Padres Ownership Group

MLB

Former Lakers Owners Joey and Jesse Buss Join Padres Ownership Group

The Los Angeles Lakers and San Diego Padres have each been in the news after being sold to new owners, and the Padres new ownership group just grew. Joey and Jesse Buss have officially joined the Padres ownership group, which is led by Jose E. Feliciano and Kwanza Jones. The brothers confirmed their involvement in a statement provided to ESPN, following earlier reporting from multiple outlets. "We are honored to […]

todayAugust 26, 2026

Kyle Schwarber Ties Phillies Record For Most 40-Plus Home Run Seasons

MLB

Kyle Schwarber Ties Phillies Record For Most 40-Plus Home Run Seasons

Philadelphia Phillies designated hitter Kyle Schwarber hit his MLB-leading 40th home run Wednesday. Schwarber drove a 98-mph fastball off Seattle starter Bryan Woo approximately 425 feet into right-center field, a three-run shot that gave the Phillies a 6-0 lead over the Mariners in the second inning. Schwarber's homer tied a Phillies record for the most 40-plus homer seasons, matching former first baseman Ryan Howard. The 33-year-old Schwarber, who hit 56 […]

todayAugust 26, 2026

2026 College Football Odds: Back USC To Win Big In Week 0

College Football

2026 College Football Odds: Back USC To Win Big In Week 0

Week 0 is upon us in college football, and the wait for pigskin games that count in the standings is nearly over. The headlines these days are often regarding legal battles over who is or isn’t eligible and players trying to return to campus from NFL training camps. But once the games start, all will be right in the world. Let’s take a look at three games I have my […]

todayAugust 26, 2026

Big Ten Announces Long-Term Extension For Commissioner Tony Petitti

College Basketball

Big Ten Announces Long-Term Extension For Commissioner Tony Petitti

The Big Ten learned how to speak Petitti and liked how it sounded. The Big Ten Conference announced a five-year extension for conference Commissioner Tony Petitti on Wednesday afternoon, keeping him in the role through June 2033. This contract was unanimously approved by the Big Ten Conference Council of Presidents and Chancellors. "Tony has provided outstanding vision for the Conference through extremely turbulent times," COP/C Chair and President of Indiana University Pamela […]

todayAugust 26, 2026

NASCAR At Daytona: Will Aero Changes Work & Should Hamlin Get A Trophy?

NASCAR

NASCAR At Daytona: Will Aero Changes Work & Should Hamlin Get A Trophy?

NASCAR enters its last regular-season race with three playoff spots on the line and a new rules package. Here are my thoughts on a few questions going into the event: Who Gets The Last Few Playoff Spots? There are five drivers vying for three spots — Bubba Wallace, Austin Cindric, Shane van Gisbergen, Ryan Preece and Brad Keselowski. Preece and Keselowski are the two drivers on the outside looking in […]

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2027 NASCAR Schedule Tracker: Where & When Will NASCAR Race?

NASCAR

2027 NASCAR Schedule Tracker: Where & When Will NASCAR Race?

The NASCAR 2027 series schedules have been announced. Here are the main changes for each series: In Cup, NASCAR has moved the Clash from Bowman Gray Stadium to Daytona. It has moved the All-Star race from Dover to North Wilkesboro, with Dover now having a points race (and North Wilkesboro not having one). In O'Reilly, Rockingham is off the schedule, as is one of the Atlanta races. North Wilkesboro and […]

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SEC Bans Athletes From Returning To College After Signing Pro Contracts

College Basketball

SEC Bans Athletes From Returning To College After Signing Pro Contracts

The Southeastern Conference has joined the Big Ten in barring athletes with professional experience from returning to college sports, directly countering roster moves by LSU head coach Lane Kiffin. The SEC posted an official statement on social media on Tuesday night, stating member schools are prohibited from fielding athletes who declared for professional drafts without properly withdrawing, signed professional contracts or appeared on a professional league roster. The policy grants […]

todayAugust 26, 2026