White Sox trade for Astros' Julks, recall Fletcher
The White Sox acquired outfielder Corey Julks from the Astros in exchange for minor league right-hander Luis Rodriguez.
CHICAGO teams
Jets-Vikings start U.K. slate; Jags play 2 overseas
The Jets and Vikings will play the first game of three straight NFL weeks in London, with the Jaguars set to play back-to-back games in the United Kingdom for the second straight season.
One lingering quarterback question for every NFL team: Tough contract decisions, close QB1 races
New deals for Tua Tagovailoa, Jordan Love, Trevor Lawrence or Dak Prescott? Who will start in Pittsburgh? And is J.J. McCarthy ready?
'NBA teams have been tracking this kind of stuff for years': Why load management is MLB's next big thing
Front offices are measuring what players do on the field like never before. Here's how it could rock baseball.
Why 2024 will be the tipping point for the WNBA
From ticket sales to merchandise to sponsorships, the 2024 WNBA season begins with unprecedented hype.
Erick Fedde stars as the White Sox beat the Nationals 4-0 for doubleheader split
— Erick Fedde pitched seven sparkling innings against his former team, and the Chicago White Sox beat the Washington Nationals 4-0 on Tuesday night for a doubleheader split.
Andrew Vaughn belts his 2nd HR of the game for White Sox (0:41)
Matt Olson hits 3-run homer to support Chris Sale's dominant start in Braves' 7-0 rout of Cubs
— Matt Olson hit a three-run homer and drove in four, Chris Sale pitched two-hit ball over seven innings and the Atlanta Braves beat the Chicago Cubs 7-0 Tuesday night for their second...
Ruiz and Lipscomb help the Nationals beat the White Sox 6-3 in doubleheader opener
— Keibert Ruiz and Trey Lipscomb each hit an RBI single during Washington's three-run eighth inning, and the Nationals beat the Chicago White Sox 6-3 on Tuesday in the opener of straight doubleheader.
Eddie Rosario drives in a run for the Nationals (0:26)
Men's college basketball coaching changes for 2024-25
An up-to-date list of every coaching hiring and firing in men's college basketball ahead of the 2024-25 season.
Illinois' Shannon knows rape charge 'real serious'
Illinois' Terrence Shannon Jr. said he understands the seriousness of the rape charge he faces but is focusing on basketball for now.
ND-A&M to cap off Week 1 tripleheader on ABC
The 2024 college football season will open with a tripleheader on Aug. 31, capped by Texas A&M hosting Notre Dame in prime time on ABC.
NFL offseason moves that should happen: Barnwell finds new teams for 10 players
Would the Titans trade a former first-round pick? Which team is the best fit for Jamal Adams? We projected 10 post-June 1 moves.
WNBA preseason predictions: A'ja for MVP? Aces three-peat?
The WNBA's 28th season tips Tuesday. Are we headed for another Aces-Liberty Finals? Who will join A'ja Wilson and Breanna Stewart in the MVP race?
Future Power Rankings: College football's top 25 offenses for 2024 and beyond
Which teams' offenses are set up for success over the next three seasons?
Men's Bracketology: The fact that UConn even has a chance to three-peat is amazing
The last time anyone saw an NCAA basketball three-peat the heroes were John Wooden, Bill Walton and the UCLA Bruins. Enter the current UConn Huskies.
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The Chicago Cubs are acquiring right-handed reliever Tyson Miller from the Seattle Mariners for infielder Jake Slaughter, sources tell ESPN's Jeff Passan. Miller was recently DFA'd and will join the Cubs in the big leagues. He has been good: 3.09 ERA, 12-to-1 K-to-BB in 11.2 IP.
Short drives in go-ahead run as Braves top Cubs 2-0 despite another strong start from Imanaga
— Zack Short made the most of his first start with Atlanta by breaking a scoreless tie with a run-scoring double in the sixth and the Braves spoiled another strong start by Chicago rookie...
Acuna, Short string together RBI knocks to take 2-0 lead (0:41)
Reliever Alzolay (forearm) joins Cubs' crowded IL
Right-hander Adbert Alzolay, who opened the season as the Cubs' closer, was placed on the 15-day injured list with a right forearm strain.
Peralta opts out of Cubs deal, becomes FA
Veteran outfielder David Peralta opted out of his minor league deal with the Chicago Cubs on Monday and became a free agent.
Nebraska HC Matt Rhule joins McElroy to talk QB competition, the bright future of Husker football and more. Plus McElroy gives his thoughts on post-spring Top 25's, Brian Kelly's remarks and much more
Nebraska Head Coach Matt Rhule joins McElroy on Always College Football to discuss Dylan Raiola and the Husker quarterback competition, the state of the program after 1 year, why starting 5 of their 6 games at home can help this team and much more. Plus McElroy looks into post spring Top 25 polls and why they are helpful but unnecessary and we hit the mailbag regarding Brian Kelly, unlimited coaches and much more. | Always College Football Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
MLS Power Rankings: Messi's Miami stay top, Portland Timbers struggle
Messi and Inter Miami fought for a comeback win, while the Portland Timbers are facing hard times in this week's MLS Power Rankings.
Ranking the 55 best players in the college football transfer portal
We're ranking the best players in the portal by past production and potential to contribute to a new team.
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NBA: 2023-24 Central Standings
MLB: 2024 NL Central Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee | 25 | 17 | .595 | - | W1 |
| Chicago | 24 | 19 | .558 | 1.5 | L2 |
| Pittsburgh | 19 | 24 | .442 | 6.5 | L1 |
| St. Louis | 18 | 24 | .429 | 7 | W3 |
| Cincinnati | 18 | 24 | .429 | 7 | W1 |
MLB: 2024 AL Central Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland | 27 | 16 | .628 | - | W3 |
| Kansas City | 26 | 18 | .591 | 1.5 | W1 |
| Minnesota | 24 | 17 | .585 | 2 | L1 |
| Detroit | 21 | 21 | .500 | 5.5 | L1 |
| Chicago | 13 | 30 | .302 | 14 | W1 |