​Over the next few weeks we’ll be doing some theorizing about optimal returns at the trade deadline as the Red Sox contemplate another teardown in the middle of a season that looked doomed, and then—perhaps—didn’t. The mood has shifted, though: what began as a potential

   ​There is already a strong appetite for football on television, and excitement around AC Milan is growing. Today marks the first outdoor training session at Milanello, but Rossoneri fans have already penciled in the dates and times of the summer friendlies in their calendars. When

   ​Barnsley have completed the signing of Ipswich Town goalkeeper Cieran Slicker on a season-long loan deal. The 23-year-old Scotland international spent the 2025-26 campaign on loan at League Two side Barnet, where he made 44 appearances for the Bees. Slicker developed in Manchester City’s academy

   ​The Charlotte Hornets pulled off one of the most surprising moves of the NBA offseason by agreeing late last month to send LaMelo Ball to the Minnesota Timberwolves. After six years with the franchise, Ball’s departure signaled the end of an era in Charlotte, and

   ​The race for the 2026 Ballon d’Or has intensified amid the ongoing World Cup, with standout showings from several top contenders shaping the early landscape for football’s most coveted individual prize. Since 2022, the Ballon d’Or has rewarded achievements across the season rather than the

   ​Paolo Maldini has accepted the Italian Football Federation’s proposal to assume the role of technical director for the Azzurri, with his former Milan teammate Leonardo poised to join him in an advisory capacity. The two figures will be responsible for guiding the long-term development of

   ​Brian Parler played center in high school and both left and right tackle in college, so it’s natural to think the Bengals might plan to slot him at guard. Just kidding—Parker lacks the length to play on the outside and projects best as a guard.

   ​Barcelona transfer news around Ferran Torres has taken a fresh turn, as Atletico Madrid reportedly rules itself out of the race to sign the Barcelona forward. The Athletic reports that despite growing chatter in recent days, the Madrid club has no intention of pursuing the

   ​Last week I wrote about Detroit Lions players who could fly under the radar and earn a roster spot. This week, let’s flip the lens and examine the opposite: players entering training camp with a spot on the 53-man roster that could be revoked with

   ​Aberdeen have transferred striker Marko Lazetic to Armenian Premier League runners-up Noah for an undisclosed fee. The 22-year-old Serb arrived at Pittodrie from AC Milan last summer, but he managed only 14 starts along with 22 substitute appearances, scoring four goals in total. Lazetic had