1+ week, 2+ day ago (416+ words) Manchester United continue to look for ways to stretch their global reach, and a new report suggests the club may attempt something unprecedented in English football. Gianni Petrucci, President of the Italian Basketball Federation, told Corriere dello Sport that United agreed to participate in the upcoming NBA Europe initiative, per Goal. The project aims to build at least ten new franchises across major European cities as the NBA attempts to place a stronger foothold outside the United States.Petrucci presented the move as a significant moment for European basketball, calling the initiative a chance to raise commercial value. He said the [] Manchester United continue to look for ways to stretch their global reach, and a new report suggests the club may attempt something unprecedented in English football. Gianni Petrucci, President of the Italian Basketball Federation, told Corriere dello Sport that…...

1+ week, 4+ day ago (448+ words) The hot stove is cooking early in MLB. A couple of weeks ago, Jon Morosi of MLB Network reported that the Los Angeles Angels were willing to trade one of their two star outfielders in Jo Adell and Taylor Ward. Well, on Tuesday night, the Baltimore Orioles pulled off a blockbuster trade to acquire Taylor Ward from the Angels in return for starting pitcher Grayson Rodriguez. Reports courtesy of ESPN.com. Taylor Ward turns 32 next month and is coming off a great offseason where he hit 36 home runs and drove in 103 runs. He's spent all eight seasons of his career with the Angels and has 113 career home runs. The rumor mill was swirling over the past month about Taylor Ward potentially being traded, but the Baltimore Orioles are ultimately the team that lands the powerful outfielder. As for Grayson Rodriguez…...

3+ week, 5+ day ago (715+ words) LIV Golf announced its 2026 Promotions event will take place in North America, specifically in the United States. Previously held in Dubai and Saudi Arabia, this is a major change for LIV Golf. But is it a step in the right direction and what does that mean for the PGA Tour?When held in Saudi Arabia and Dubai, players with PGA Tour status could compete in the the LIV Golf Promotions event. They simply had to follow the proper steps and seek a release from the PGA Tour. After the announcement that the event will take place at Florida's Black Diamond [] LIV Golf announced its 2026 Promotions event will take place in North America, specifically in the United States. Previously held in Dubai and Saudi Arabia, this is a major change for LIV Golf. But is it a step in the right…...

4+ week, 1+ day ago (495+ words) Despite retiring five years ago, running back Todd Gurley has still been one of the most productive offensive players for the Los Angeles Rams in recent memory. In five seasons for LA, Gurley ran for 5,404 yards and 58 rushing touchdowns. In the pass game, he had 243 receptions for 2,090 yards and 12 touchdowns. The running back was the 2015 Offensive Rookie of the Year, the 2017 Offensive Player of the Year, a three-time Pro Bowler, a second-team All-Pro and a two-time second-team All-Pro. He led the league in rushing touchdowns in the 2017 and 2018 seasons, with 13 and 17, respectively. Gurley has quite a resume for the amount of time he played with the Rams. In his five-year tenure with the Rams, the running back has played with one of the best defensive players in recent history and of all time. The former RB made an appearance on…...

1+ week, 1+ day ago (423+ words) Speaking with reporters on Friday, Kelce recognized the similarities between himself and Warren, noting the rookie's production, size, and play style while emphasizing the need to contain him in a critical matchup. Kelce offered direct praise for Warren, who has rapidly become one of the Colts' most reliable offensive pieces. "He's an absolute force," Kelce said Friday. "And you can see why he's got a lot of success early, how he ran with the ball when he was in college. His feel for zones, his ability to go up and make a catch over the top of everybody. Just a big, big target out there, man, and I'm excited for his future. But hopefully we can hold him to a few yards this week." Warren has posted standout numbers, including 99 yards on eight catches in a 3125 overtime win in Berlin…...

2+ week, 3+ day ago (437+ words) The Green Bay Packers saw quite a few roster changes during the free agency period ahead of the 2025 NFL season. The team saw cornerback Jaire Alexander and running back AJ Dillon leave in free agency, as well as center Josh Myers and offensive tackle Andre Dillard, among others. In turn, they spent some money by signing cornerback Nate Hobbs to a four-year, $48 million deal. They also signed guard Aaron Banks to a four-year deal worth $77 million. Both of those moves look to be questionable amid the regular season. Hobbs was benched in October, and Banks has also not played well and has missed time due to various injuries. Banks was selected by the San Francisco 49ers in the second round of the 2021 NFL Draft, but he cashed in big time in what was labeled as a "high-priced deal" at the time....

6+ day, 6+ hour ago (268+ words) Despite an offseason of good moves this summer, the Washington Wizards did not get good. Nor did they get anywhere near it. One fifth of the way through the 2025-26 NBA season, and they are stone cold last. Anchored to a 1-15 record that is on pace to make the wrong sort of history, and on a 14-game losing streak that is a tough watch for even the most loyal fan. Worse even than Jordan Poole's 2-15 New Orleans Pelicans, somehow. The whole point of bottoming out, though, is to find some hope for the future. And the player that is their most prized asset is making the kind of strides that offer a flicker of hope. The Washington Wizards Keep Making.Good Moves? Really? On the season to date, Sarr's scoring average is up to 18.4 points per game, and his efficiency has…...

3+ week, 5+ day ago (427+ words) LIV Golf announced its 2026 Promotions event will take place in North America, specifically in the United States. Previously held in Dubai and Saudi Arabia, this is a major change for LIV Golf. But is it a step in the right direction and what does that mean for the PGA Tour?When held in Saudi Arabia [] The post PGA Tour deems LIV Golf Promotion Event Unauthorized appeared first on Heavy Sports. LIV Golf announced its 2026 Promotions event will take place in North America, specifically in the United States. Previously held in Dubai and Saudi Arabia, this is a major change for LIV Golf. But is it a step in the right direction and what does that mean for the PGA Tour?When held in Saudi Arabia and Dubai, players with PGA Tour status could compete in the the LIV Golf Promotions…...

2+ week, 4+ day ago (435+ words) It is Week 12 of the College Football season, and that means the playoff committee starts to get together weekly to decide on the top-25 teams in the nation. In the most recent rendition of the College Football Playoff rankings, the Georgia Bulldogs remain at No.5, and six teams from the SEC are in the top-12: Texas A&M, Alabama, Georgia, Ole Miss, Texas, and Oklahoma. Georgia squares off against the Texas Longhorns in a top-10 showdown this Saturday, which feels like a playoff game for Texas. Texas Tech is also closing in on the top four with its win over No. 12 BYU. Ohio State stays as the top-ranked team in the nation, and Indiana, Texas A&M, and Alabama round out the top four. The top four seeds receive a bye. More College Football on Heavy: FSU's Mike Norvell Recent…...

2+ week, 3+ day ago (408+ words) Despite losing a big lead in the American League Central, the Detroit Tigers had a successful season. After Tarik Skubal was named AL CY Young for a second consecutive season, the Tigers" championship window is now. The second half of the 2025 season showed that Detroit had flaws, and now that MLB"s hot stove season is here, the Tigers" front office can make the necessary additions/decisions to improve the team"s chances in 2026. The Tampa Bay Rays recently exercised the option on second baseman Brandon Lowe"s contract, which might make him a prime trade candidate. More MLB on Heavy: Red Sox-Royals Trade Idea Sends Wilyer Abreu to Kansas City for All-Star Starter Mark Topkin of the Tampa Bay Times reports that the Rays are exercising the $11.5 million club option on Brandon Lowe. Lowe is entering the final year…...