All in the family: Cody Bellinger wins All-Star MVP as his dad, former big leaguer Clay, looks on

July 16, 2026

PHILADELPHIA — Cody Bellinger had a night for the ages. His young daughters sat next to him and his father watched from the back of the room as he spoke about winning the All-Star Game's Most Valuable Player award. "Just being able to hang out and watching him win an award, it's pretty cool," former Yankee Clay Bellinger said after his son's two-run single in the first inning off Cristopher Sánchez started the American League to a 4-0 win on Tuesday night. Cody re-signed with the Yankees last winter for a $162.5 million, five-year deal and he has been a key part of the offense. ...

Spain shuts down France and Kylian Mbappé, advances to the World Cup final with a 2-0 victory

July 16, 2026

ARLINGTON, Texas — Spain's defensive prowess and swagger were just too much for an attacking trio led by France great Kylian Mbappé, and just enough to get the 2010 champions into another World Cup final. The Spanish team managed a record sixth shutout in seven games so far, winning 2-0 ...

Wolves believe LaMelo Ball’s pure point guard play and joyful style will ‘elevate’ their entire team

July 16, 2026

MINNEAPOLIS — LaMelo Ball came to Minnesota at a steep price. The opportunity with a cost of two proven power forwards and multiple draft picks was deemed worthwhile by the Timberwolves in their ongoing attempt to make the last and most difficult step toward an NBA title. "I think he'll ...

Scottie Scheffler hits the reset button for the British Open after a rare missed cut

July 16, 2026

SOUTHPORT, England — Scottie Scheffler finally heard about the text his PGA Tour friend never sent, a reminder that even the No. 1 player in golf with four majors and more than 20 victories doesn't know everything. It was a list of things to do on the weekend after missing the cut. "He ...

Jordan Walker spoils Philly’s Kyle Schwarber party, rallies to win Home Run Derby

July 15, 2026

PHILADELPHIA — Jordan Walker wore his Cardinals hat backward, chewed a big wad of bubble gum and wore the top of his jersey splayed open as he dug in for his final Home Run Derby swing. The picture of Cardinals cool, Walker chased down Kyle Schwarber, shut up a rambunctious Philly crowd ...

A midseason mystery for the New York Liberty, despite a 2nd Commissioner’s Cup title

July 15, 2026

NEW YORK — The WNBA season is at its midway point and no team has been more of a mystery than the New York Liberty. The Liberty have proven they can beat the elite teams in the league with victories over Minnesota and Las Vegas. New York became the first team to win the Commissioner's Cup championship twice with a victory over Las Vegas this month. They've also shown inconsistencies with losses to Seattle, Toronto and Portland. New York has lost three straight games. Injuries have caused problems again for New York as prized free agent acquisition Satou Sabally has been limited ...