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2026 Baseball Hall of Fame class represented the sport's greatest values | Opinion

2026 Baseball Hall of Fame class represented the sport's greatest values | Opinion

  • Bob Nightengale USA Today

The new Hall of Fame trio of Jeff Kent, Carlos Beltran and Andruw Jones were here to remind everyone that the traditional statistics should still matter.

Chiefs OC Eric Bieniemy's son arrested after wife shot at family home

Chiefs OC Eric Bieniemy's son arrested after wife shot at family home

  • Chris Bumbaca, Michael Middlehurst-Schwartz and Danielle Lerner USA TODAY

The son of Kansas City Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy was arrested following a shooting at Bieniemy's home in Virginia, authorities told USA Today Sports.

5 reasons to take the Seahawks’ Super Bowl repeat bid seriously

5 reasons to take the Seahawks’ Super Bowl repeat bid seriously

  • MICHAEL MIDDLEHURST-SCHWARTZ USA Today

Seattle enjoys significant roster continuity this season despite losing key personnel like Kenneth Walker III, with new offensive coordinator Brian Fleury aiming to build upon last year’s established system.

Caitlin Clark lands on 'NBA 2K27' video game global cover in WNBA first

Caitlin Clark lands on 'NBA 2K27' video game global cover in WNBA first

  • Cooper Worth Des Moines Register

Caitlin Clark has graced the cover of billboards, magazines and books over the last few years as her popularity has surged.

NASCAR Brickyard 400 winners, losers as Joey Logano becomes a Cup title contender

NASCAR Brickyard 400 winners, losers as Joey Logano becomes a Cup title contender

  • Nick Gray Nashville Tennessean

Before Corey Heim goes full-time in the NASCAR Cup Series next year, he is now a two-time Cup race winner.

Ex-World Series hero overcame drug and alcohol abuse, says he's a 'changed man'

Ex-World Series hero overcame drug and alcohol abuse, says he's a 'changed man'

  • Bob Nightengale USA TODAY

Scott Spiezio lost his marriage, his kids, relationship with his parents, his homes, his cars, his bank accounts, his credit cards, his self-respect, and damn near his life.

Why do minor leaguers keep chasing the MLB? Ask Smokies infielder Ed Howard

Why do minor leaguers keep chasing the MLB? Ask Smokies infielder Ed Howard

  • Trevor McGee USA Today Network

Howard knows what people see when they look at his career: a kid from the South Side of Chicago, selected 16th by the Cubs, and once destined for Wrigley Field.

MLB power rankings: Marlins' epic losing streak revives Alcantara trade rumors

MLB power rankings: Marlins' epic losing streak revives Alcantara trade rumors

    Has there ever been a more calamitous trade-deadline collapse than the Miami Marlins' pratfall the past two weeks?

    Five MLB teams that will be most aggressive at trade deadline

    Five MLB teams that will be most aggressive at trade deadline

      The Los Angeles Dodgers are expected to be the most aggressive buyers at the trade deadline, seeking to leverage their strong farm system and pitching depth to attempt an unprecedented third consecutive World Series title.

      Corey Heim Just Made NASCAR History!

      Corey Heim Just Made NASCAR History!

        Corey Heim shocked the NASCAR world by capturing the 2026 Brickyard 400 in one of the biggest upsets of the season. The 24-year-old part-time 23XI Racing driver made history with his second Cup win in just 15 starts and claimed his first crown-jewel victory. *Subscribe to the channel for mor…

        Beltran, Jones and Kent are inducted into National Baseball Hall of Fame

        Beltran, Jones and Kent are inducted into National Baseball Hall of Fame

          Beltran, Jones and Kent are inducted into National Baseball Hall of Fame

          Carlos Beltran, Andruw Jones and Jeff Kent inducted into Baseball Hall of Fame

          Carlos Beltran, Andruw Jones and Jeff Kent inducted into Baseball Hall of Fame

            The Baseball Hall of Fame's Class of 2026 officially joined the shrine on Sunday, with Carlos Beltran, Andruw Jones and Jeff Kent being inducted in Cooperstown, New York.

            Tadej Pogacar rides away with record-tying fifth Tour de France title

            Tadej Pogacar rides away with record-tying fifth Tour de France title

              After three weeks of competition, the finale of the Tour de France arrived Sunday. All eyes were on Pogacar, who stood on the verge of capturing his historic fifth title.

              Baltimore Orioles: Key Strategies for Postseason Success

              Baltimore Orioles: Key Strategies for Postseason Success

                Explore the Orioles' struggle with pitching depth. As teams eye the postseason, can they make the trades needed to secure their futures? Tune in for insights.

                Premier League bringing all 20 clubs to US in activation after World Cup

                Premier League bringing all 20 clubs to US in activation after World Cup

                Premier League’s global reach spans 189 countries and 1.2 billion homes, emphasizing its position as the top soccer league worldwide and attracting growing interest from diverse international audiences.

                Sean Keeler: Colorado football season ticket sales are slipping. Can Deion Sanders win those fans back?

                Sean Keeler: Colorado football season ticket sales are slipping. Can Deion Sanders win those fans back?

                DENVER — Coach Prime can’t shank the reboot. Nobody wears a $10-million hat the way Deion Sanders wears a $10-million hat. But 2026 is the year his Buffs must show, to borrow a beloved Texas idiom, that they’ve got the cattle, too. “No one knows football is a results-based business more than a man that played cornerback in the NFL at the level that Deion did,” Mike Golic Jr., Big 12 football ...

                MLB Trade Deadline Predictions 3.0: Final Predictions For Tarik Skubal, Zach Neto, Joe Ryan & More

                MLB Trade Deadline Predictions 3.0: Final Predictions For Tarik Skubal, Zach Neto, Joe Ryan & More

                #mlb #mlbtraderumors #mlbtradedeadline

                MLB MVP and 'Survivor' contestant, Jeff Kent gets Hall of Fame idol in Cooperstown

                MLB MVP and 'Survivor' contestant, Jeff Kent gets Hall of Fame idol in Cooperstown

                The trio comes from Curaçao, Puerto Rico and California. They played center field and second base. They played for 18 different teams.

                Should Dodgers worry about Shohei Ohtani's knee? Experts weigh in

                Should Dodgers worry about Shohei Ohtani's knee? Experts weigh in

                Shohei Ohtani has been sidelined by left knee irritation, missing two starts, but threw his first bullpen session in weeks, prompting Dodgers manager Dave Roberts to call it a positive sign. The team remains cautious about his return timeline.

                Jordan Devey, member of Patriots Super Bowl title team, dies

                Jordan Devey, member of Patriots Super Bowl title team, dies

                He was 38. He played in the NFL for eight years, beginning his career when he signed with the Baltimore Ravens after going undrafted in 2013.

                Biggest winners and losers from LeBron James joining the 76ers

                Biggest winners and losers from LeBron James joining the 76ers

                It took 24 days, but LeBron James has made up his mind.

                LeBron James shocked the world by taking his talents to the 76ers

                LeBron James shocked the world by taking his talents to the 76ers

                Well they do say it’s always sunny in Philadelphia… LeBron James shocked the world by taking his talents to the 76ers and TMZ Sports’ very own @michaeljamesbabcock breaks down the blockbuster move to the City Of Brotherly Love.

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                Hank Brown | Iowa Football | April 16

                Hank Brown | Iowa Football | April 16

                Hank Brown | Iowa Football | April 16

                Cam Buffington | Iowa Football | March 31

                Cam Buffington | Iowa Football | March 31

                Cam Buffington | Iowa Football | March 31 (UI Athletics)

                Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                Survey: Impulse Buys May Be Ruining Some Americans’ Finances

                Long gone are the days where impulse buying meant grabbing an unplanned candy bar or magazine in the checkout line. Now, social media makes it quick and easy for us to purchase just about anything with the click of a button, whether or not it’s in the budget. And for some Americans, it’s hurting them...

                Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                Holiday Shoppers Beware: 3 Traps to Avoid as Scammers Prepare

                Black Friday is fast approaching, and shoppers are gearing up. The National Retail Federation expects more than 183 million people to shop over the weekend spanning Thanksgiving to Cyber Monday this year. But fraudsters are preparing for Black Friday too, looking for opportunities to steal your money or personal information. Before you dive into holiday...

                What's next for the teams that missed out on LeBron?

                What's next for the teams that missed out on LeBron?

                With LeBron headed to Philadelphia, the other finalist teams need a new plan. What should their next move be?

                How Toni Breidinger embraces her femininity in NASCAR

                How Toni Breidinger embraces her femininity in NASCAR

                Breidinger, the first Arab-American woman in top-level NASCAR, has over 5.8 million followers across social media. Though racing part-time this season, she remains active in late-model competition and brand campaigns, including Kristin Ess Hair and luxury fashion collaborations.

                Fall in love with soccer this World Cup? Here's how to increase your fandom

                Fall in love with soccer this World Cup? Here's how to increase your fandom

                The World Cup is over. Judging from the TV ratings, there's a good chance you tuned in. What now? a buffet.

                Jake Paul sets his sights on an NFL career: 'Going to be quite easy'

                Jake Paul sets his sights on an NFL career: 'Going to be quite easy'

                "A lot of people dropping passes on a consistent basis. I have better hands than them, I'm faster than them, I'm stronger than them, I work harder than them."

                LeBron James makes 'final decision', joins Philadelphia 76ers on 2-year, $8 million deal

                LeBron James makes 'final decision', joins Philadelphia 76ers on 2-year, $8 million deal

                James, 41, is signing a two-year, $8 million deal with a player option, Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul told ESPN on Friday.

                Ranking best UFL to NFL players for 2026, including next top kicker

                Ranking best UFL to NFL players for 2026, including next top kicker

                NFL training camp is around the corner, and with it will come battles for positions on each team's 53-man roster. 23 of those players are coming from the UFL.

                Big questions for all 32 NFL teams entering training camp

                Big questions for all 32 NFL teams entering training camp

                NFL training camps are heating up and teams have big questions, like if Arizona’s new coach LaFleur can settle on a QB with rookies and veterans competing. Atlanta's QB battle features Tua and Penix, backed by star RB Bijan Robinson, while Baltimore looks to Jesse Minter to revive their defense.

                Dodgers visit White House, give World Series ring to Trump

                Dodgers visit White House, give World Series ring to Trump

                For the second year in a row, the Los Angeles Dodgers celebrated a World Series championship with a visit to the White House on Thursday in Washington.

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