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Game of the day - Miami vs Stanford

The No. 7 Miami Hurricanes (0-0) will face off against their ACC-rival, the Stanford Cardinal (1-0) in a matchup on Friday, September 4, 2026 at Stanford Stadium.

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Game of the week - Clemson vs LSU

The upcoming 2026 college football game between the Clemson Tigers and the No. 11 LSU Tigers is scheduled for Saturday, September 5, 2026, at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Read more.. September 4th 2026, 6:20 am
UFC Fight Night: Hooker vs. Parnasse

The UFC returns to the world-famous “City of Lights” for its now-annual visit this week, and a highly touted French star makes his promotional debut.

Read more.. September 4th 2026, 6:00 am

Matt 'Vegas Matt' Morrow threatens to sue Rob Minnick

Gambling YouTuber and social media influencer Matt Vegas Matt Morrow has threatened a defamation lawsuit against an anti-gambling social media personality. The threat stems from a YouTube video from recovery advocate Rob Minnick. In it, he refers to Morro

FIA launches Colton Herta investigation

The incident in question occurred as Herta’s third rookie FP1 outing of the season came to a premature end, the American forced to park his Cadillac for the session. That followed a big crash for Herta during the sole Formula 2 practice session.

Michael Lombardi resigns as GM of North Carolina football

Michael Lombardi, a top aide to coach Bill Belichick, has resigned as the general manager of North Carolina's football team. Lombardi had been on paid leave in the wake of an internal investigation into a human resources complaint filed by a former UNC f

UMass ends 16-game losing streak

Pop Watson III passed for 197 yards and three touchdowns as UMass ended a 16-game losing streak with a 37-21 win over Rutgers in the season opener for both teams Thursday night. It ended the longest active losing streak in the FBS. The Minutemen's last w

Maple Leafs sign Brendan Brisson

The Toronto Maple Leafs have signed forward Brendan Brisson to a one-year contract, the team announced. The contract is a two-way deal that carries a $850K cap hit at the NHL level and a $300K cap hit in the AHL, according to Puckpedia. Brisson finished

Bucks sign John Butler

The Bucks have officially signed big man John Butler, the team announced in a press release. According to Eric Nehm of The Athletic (Twitter link), it’s a non-guaranteed training camp contract. A 7’0″ center who had a 19-game stint with the Trail Blazers

Hornets sign Kobe Stewart and waive Jarkel Joiner

The Hornets have signed a free agent to a non-guaranteed Exhibit 10 contract with an eye toward having him play for their G League affiliate this season. Charlotte’s latest addition to its 21-man offseason roster is guard/forward Kobe Stewart, who replace

Kraken sign Jacob Melanson

The Seattle Kraken have re-signed Jacob Melanson to a three-year contract, the team announced. Melanson spent his 2025-26 season between both the Kraken and the Coachella Valley Firebirds, the organization’s AHL affiliate. In 36 NHL games, he scored 5 poi

Sabres sign Zach Metsa to contract extension

The Buffalo Sabres have gotten some business done as they return for training camp. According to a team announcement, the Sabres have signed defenseman Zach Metsa to a one-year, $900K extension. Metsa, 27, joined the Sabres organization late in the 2022-

Rockies claim Hayden Harris

The Rockies announced that they have claimed left-hander Hayden Harris off waivers from the Braves. Atlanta designated him for assignment earlier this week. Colorado had an open 40-man roster spot and is assigning Harris to Triple-A Albuquerque, so no cor

Giants claim Joel Kuhnel

The Giants have claimed right-hander Joel Kuhnel off waivers from the Brewers. Milwaukee designated him for assignment this week. San Francisco has a full 40-man roster and will need to make a corresponding move to add him. That might be as simple as tran

Bears restructure multiple contracts

A number of teams found themselves in need of moves to create immediate cap space leading up to the start of the season. The Bears were among them, and a set of restructures has been executed. Per ESPN’s Field Yates, the contracts of guard Joe Thuney, de

Darrell Luter Jr reportedly drew multiple waiver claims

The waiver wire was busy during the period immediately following recent roster cuts. Several claims wound up being made earlier this week, but few players drew interest from more than one team. A notable exception on that front was cornerback Darrell Lut

Diamondbacks designate Jorge Barrosa for assignment

The Diamondbacks announced that outfielder Tommy Troy has been reinstated from the 10-day injured list. In a corresponding move, fellow outfielder Jorge Barrosa has been designated for assignment. Barrosa, 25, was signed as an amateur out of Venezuela in

Pirates reinstate Konnor Griffin and designate Christian Bethancourt for assignment

The Pirates announced that infielder Konnor Griffin has been reinstated from the 60-day injured list. In a corresponding move, catcher Christian Bethancourt has been designated for assignment. The Bucs also made a swap on the pitching side of the roster,

Texans WR Tank Dell agrees to reworked contract

Dell has agreed to a one-year, $1.7 million contract for 2026. The move comes with $1 million in guaranteed money and saves the Texans nearly $2 million in cap space.

MLB Preview - Washington Nationals vs Los Angeles Dodgers

On Friday at 10:10 p.m. ET, Shohei Ohtani and the Los Angeles Dodgers (83-57) face C.J. Abrams and the Washington Nationals (67-75) at Dodger Stadium.

Reds to select Carlos Jorge

The Reds are set to select the contract of outfielder Carlos Jorge from Triple-A Louisville, as first reported by Mike Rodriguez. Cincinnati has a full 40-man roster and will need to make a corresponding move. First baseman/outfielder Michael Toglia recen

Cardinals RB Jeremiyah Love ’50-50′ for Week 1

The biggest Arizona Cardinals injury news is centered on rookie running back Jeremiyah Love, who suffered a high ankle sprain in the team's preseason game against the Las Vegas Raiders on Aug. 13. Head coach Mike LaFleur said that Love "is progressing" bu

NCAA Preview - Fresno State vs USC

The Fresno State Bulldogs (0-0) visit the No. 14 USC Trojans (1-0) at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum on Friday, September 4, 2026.

Reds sign Dominic Fletcher to Minor League deal

The Cincinnati Reds have added some outfield depth, signing three-year MLB veteran Dominic Fletcher to a minor league contract.

NFL

Ravens are ‘optimistic’ about Lamar Jackson extension

Ravens general manager Eric DeCosta said on Wednesday that he is “optimistic” about reaching an extension agreement with quarterback Lamar Jackson.

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NCAA Preview - Toledo vs Michigan State

The Michigan State Spartans (0-0) host the Toledo Rockets (0-0) at Spartan Stadium on Friday, September 4, 2026.

MLB

Hunter Dobbins undergoes Tommy John surgery

Cardinals pitcher Hunter Dobbins underwent reconstructive elbow surgery yesterday, according to Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. Goold did not mention the specific procedure Dobbins went for, but he reported that the 27-year-old’s expected re

NFL

Patriots facing Week 1 deadline to extend Christian Gonzalez

Gonzalez has two years left on his rookie contract for $20,928,482. He is scheduled to make $2,809,452 this year and $18.119 million in 2027, which is his fully guaranteed fifth-year option.

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NCAA Preview - Long Island University vs Kansas

The Long Island University (LIU) Sharks visit the Kansas Jayhawks tonight, Friday, September 4, 2026, for a season-opening matchup at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium in Lawrence, Kansas.

MLB

Dodgers outright Ben Rortvedt

The Dodgers have sent Ben Rortvedt outright to Triple-A Oklahoma City, according to his transaction log on MLB.com. He was designated for assignment on Tuesday.

NFL

Steelers CB Joey Porter Jr. unsure if he will play without extension

A new update on Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr. is far from good news for the team, as contract talks have hit an impasse.

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NCAA Preview - UTEP vs Oklahoma

The UTEP Miners (0-0) visit the No. 10 Oklahoma Sooners (0-0) at Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium on Friday, September 4, 2026.

MLB

Pirates to sign Kyler Fedko to Minor League deal

26-year-old Kyler Fedko chose going home over other options after he was placed on season-ending injured reserve by Minnesota. He gets a minor-league deal with the Pirates.

Texans willing to pay C.J. Stroud $50MM+ per year

This is a very risky thing the Texans are ready to do with their franchise QB.

NCAA Preview - North Carolina A&T vs Georgia State

The North Carolina A&T Aggies go on the road to play the Georgia State Panthers tonight, Friday, September 4, 2026, for a Week 1 matchup at Center Parc Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia.

Guardians recall Austin Peterson for MLB debut

The Guardians announced Friday that they’ve recalled right-hander Austin Peterson from Triple-A Columbus and designated reliever Carlos Hernández for assignment. Cleveland also reinstated righty Slade Cecconi from the 15-day injured list and placed setup

Raiders name Kirk Cousins starting QB

Raiders head coach Klint Kubiak took the podium on Wednesday, stating Kirk Cousins will start Week 1 against Miami.

NCAA Preview - Indiana State vs Purdue

The Indiana State Sycamores and the Purdue Boilermakers meet tonight, Friday, September 4, 2026, for a Week 1 gridiron matchup at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Indiana.

Ky Bush shut down with lat strain

Bush has spent the entire season on the 60-day injured list while recovering from Tommy John surgery that he underwent in February of 2025. He was cleared to resume throwing in early July, but he has since suffered a setback that will keep him on the shel

Anthony Richardson wins Colts’ backup QB competition

Indianapolis Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson Sr. has earned the backup job ahead of the season.

NCAA Preview - San José State vs Eastern Michigan

The Eastern Michigan Eagles (1-0) square off against the San Jose State Spartans (0-1) on Friday, September 4, 2026 at Rynearson Stadium.

Game of the day - Miami vs Stanford

The No. 7 Miami Hurricanes (0-0) will face off against their ACC-rival, the Stanford Cardinal (1-0) in a matchup on Friday, September 4, 2026 at Stanford Stadium.

Game of the week - Clemson vs LSU

The upcoming 2026 college football game between the Clemson Tigers and the No. 11 LSU Tigers is scheduled for Saturday, September 5, 2026, at Tiger Stadium in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

UFC Fight Night: Hooker vs. Parnasse

The UFC returns to the world-famous “City of Lights” for its now-annual visit this week, and a highly touted French star makes his promotional debut.

Knicks eyeing Drew Eubanks and John Konchar

The Knicks have a couple of defensive-minded veterans on their radar as they continue to evaluate how to fill out their final roster spots, according to Ian Begley of SNY.tv, who reports that free agents Drew Eubanks and John Konchar are among the players

NBA

Magic sign Malaki Branham and JD Davison

The Magic have signed free agent guards Malaki Branham and JD Davison, the team announced. While the terms of the two agreements were not disclosed, Jason Beede of The Orlando Sentinel previously reported that Branham would be signing an Exhibit 10 contra

SOCCER

LA Galaxy acquire Pablo Ruiz

The LA Galaxy have acquired midfielder Pablo Ruiz from Real Salt Lake, the clubs announced. In exchange for the 27-year-old former Argentina youth international, RSL receive $400,000 in 2027 General Allocation Money (GAM). Ruiz contributed 9g/19a in 162

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Colorado Rapids acquire Ibrahim Sadiq

The Colorado Rapids have acquired winger Ibrahim Sadiq from Dutch Eredivisie side AZ Alkmaar, the club announced. The 26-year-old former Ghana youth international is under contract through 2027-28 with an option for 2028-29. Sadiq has spent the previous

NFL

Giants sign Malik Harrison

During the lead-in to this year’s roster cut deadline, the Steelers released a number of veteran defenders. Linebacker Malik Harrison was among them. Harrison joined the Steelers on a two-year deal during free agency last year. Halfway through that pact,

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