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How Darryn Peterson, Cameron Boozer and Darius Acuff Jr. fared in Summer League debuts
NBA Summer League kicked during the holiday weekend. Between 4th of July cookouts, hot dog eating contests, regular season baseball and the World Cup, it’s understandable if you weren’t watching pre-preseason exhibitions featuring a lot of players who won’t play…
Spurned goalie tosses ball at Kylian Mbappe after France beats Paraguay
France beat Paraguay 1-0 in the Round of 16 on Saturday to advance to the World Cup quarterfinals. Kylian Mbappe’s goal in the 70th minute turned out to be the difference. Then immediately after the game there was an incident…
How to live stream Dodgers vs Padres: MLB on the 4th of July, TV channel
The Los Angeles Dodgers (58-31) handed the San Diego Padres (43-43) their seventh straight loss on Friday night, coming from behind for the second straight night, and can clinch a win in the four-game series at Dodger Stadium with a…
Cal Raleigh had special 4th of July catcher’s gear signed by USMNT
It is the 4th of July, baseball season is in full swing and the United States Men’s National Team is still alive in the World Cup. All three of those things came together for one extremely patriotic looking Cal Raleigh…
How to live stream Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks: 50th Annual, TV channel
The nation’s biggest Independence Day celebration reaches a historic milestone as the Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks marks its 50th annual spectacular. How to Watch Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks New York City’s skyline will once again serve as the…
How to live stream Cardinals vs Cubs: MLB on the 4th of July, TV channel
The St. Louis Cardinals (46-39) come off a season-high offensive explosion as they look to secure a series win over the rival Chicago Cubs (49-39) on Saturday night at Wrigley Field. How to Watch St. Louis Cardinals vs Chicago Cubs…
How to live stream Mets vs Braves: MLB on the 4th of July, TV channel
The struggling Atlanta Braves (51-35) won for just the third time in 11 games on Friday night and can clinch their holiday weekend series with the scuffling New York Mets (36-52) with a win at Truist Park on Saturday night.…
Dream star Allisha Gray calls out ‘trash’ WNBA refs during in-game interview
The Golden State Valkyries beat the Atlanta Dream 88-83 on Saturday afternoon. It was an especially frustrating contest for Dream All-Star Allisha Gray who made just 5 of 17 field goal attempts in the game but finished with 22 points…
Denver bartender serves couple. Then the woman makes a strange food request: ‘There’s a couple ways you can get it’
"You and I had a conversation about my baked potato."
How to live stream Chicagoland Cuervo 300: NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series, TV channel
Connor Zilisch starts on the pole Saturday as the NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series returns to Chicagoland Speedway for the first time since 2019 for the Cuervo 300. How to Watch Cuervo 300: Zilisch was awarded the pole after qualifying…
How to watch France vs Paraguay: Live stream, TV channel & start time for FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16
Kylian Mbappe and France will aim to avoid the same fate as Germany by attempting to knock Paraguay out of the World Cup 2026 on Saturday. MORE: How to live stream World Cup 2026 How to Watch Paraguay vs France…
How to watch 4th of July Fireworks Show: Live stream Macy’s 50th Annual, USA’s 250th birthday, TV channel
Fifty years of fireworks, one unforgettable night, and America’s 250th birthday all come together in New York City on the Fourth of July. How to Watch 4th of July Fireworks The Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks celebrates its golden anniversary…
Maple Leafs No. 1 pick Gavin McKenna confirms jersey number
Toronto Maple Leafs first-overall pick Gavin McKenna has officially chosen his NHL jersey number. The highly regarded winger confirmed Saturday that he will wear No. 92 during his rookie season. McKenna explained the meaning behind his decision while speaking to…
How to live stream Prefontaine Classic: Track and Field, TV channel
The Prefontaine Classic, one of the nation’s premier track and field events, returns to Hayward Field at the University of Oregon this weekend. How to Watch Prefontaine Classic NBC will have live coverage of the final hour of the event…
How to live stream France vs Paraguay for free without cable: World Cup, TV channel
France enters this World Cup Round of 16 showdown looking every bit like a title favorite, but Paraguay has already produced one of the tournament’s biggest surprises by eliminating Germany in a dramatic penalty shootout. Saturday’s clash in Philadelphia will…
How to live stream Atlanta Hawks vs Utah Jazz: NBA Summer League, TV channel
On Saturday, NBA action returns as the Salt Lake City Summer League tips off. One of the games that will take place on Saturday features the Utah Jazz and Atlanta Hawks. How to Watch Utah Jazz vs Atlanta Hawks All…
Gary Bettman’s letter to be opened in 2276 as NHL honors America’s 250th
The NHL has secured a place in American history through a unique contribution to the nation’s 250th anniversary celebration. Commissioner Gary Bettman submitted a letter that will remain sealed inside a national time capsule until July 4, 2276. The capsule…
Maple Leafs rumors: Toronto facing inevitable Morgan Rielly trade
Trade speculation surrounding Morgan Rielly continues to grow, with reports suggesting the Toronto Maple Leafs are preparing for an eventual split from their longest-serving defenseman. While no deal appears imminent, insiders believe it is now a matter of timing rather…
How to live stream Yankees vs Twins: MLB on the 4th of July, TV channel
The New York Yankees (49-38) snapped a seven-game losing streak on Friday night and look to clinch a series victory on Saturday when they host the Minnesota Twins (42-47) at Yankee Stadium. How to Watch Minnesota Twins vs New York…
How to watch Canada vs Morocco: Live stream, TV channel & start time for FIFA World Cup 2026 Round of 16
World Cup 2026 co-host Canada continues its knockout-stage campaign with a last-16 tie against Morocco on Saturday. MORE: 2026 FIFA World Cup Round of 32 TV schedule, full list of games How to Watch Canada vs Morocco Canada will face…
Why is Joey Chestnut on probation?
One of the biggest sports media spectacles of the Fourth of July is the Nathan’s Famous International Hot Dog Eating Contest. After missing the 2024 competition, Joey Chestnut returned in 2025 to reclaim his throne. Now, he is back in…
2026 World Cup TV schedule, Round of 16 games on today – July 4
The 2026 FIFA World Cup rolls on as we kick off Fourth of July Weekend with a doubleheader of action to kick off the Round of 16. The action kicks off in Houston at 1:00 p.m. ET, with the evening…
Rybakina, Swiatek upsets leave Barbora Krejcikova as only former Wimbledon champ in draw
We say it over and over how competitive women’s tennis is, and examples keep coming to prove it. On Saturday, Elena Rybakina and Iga Swiatek, the 2022 and 2025 Wimbledon champions were defeated by Elise Mertens and Alexandra Eala, respectively.…
How to live stream Valkyries vs Dream: WNBA, TV channel
The Golden State Valkyries (13-7) look for a fourth straight win on Saturday when they visit the Atlanta Dream (12-8), who open a four-game homestand after an 0-4 road trip, at the Gateway Center in suburban Atlanta. How to Watch…
Serena, Venus withdraw from Wimbledon doubles
Tennis fans will not get to see a Williams sister reunion at Wimbledon this year as Serena and Venus withdrew from the tournament. Their doubles match was pushed back two days until the last possible time to convene a first…