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FBC--BIG TEN MEDIA DAYS
DESCRIPTION: Coverage of Big Ten football media days, stories on merit. By Steve Megargee. Text, file photos.
UPCOMING: By 07/28/2026 11:00 a.m. EDT, Text
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FBN--49ERS-DEFENSE
DESCRIPTION: For most of Kyle Shanahan’s tenure in San Francisco, the 49ers have employed a similar defensive philosophy with an agressive four man front and heavy zone defense in the secondary. Even though that approach has had mostly good success over the years, the 49ers wanted a little different look when defensive coordinator Robert Saleh left to become head coach in Tennessee and Raheem Morris was hired as the team’s fifth DC in the past five seasons. By Pro Football Writer Josh Dubow 750 words, photos.
UPCOMING: By 07/28/2026 5:00 p.m. EDT, Text
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FBN--NFL ROSTER DESIGNATIONS-EXPLAINER
DESCRIPTION: NFL rosters constantly evolve as general managers juggle injuries, try to improve position groups and add depth. There are several roster designations that fill the NFL’s transactions wire daily. What do they all mean? By Pro Football Writer Dennis Waszak Jr.
UPCOMING: By 07/28/2026 6:00 p.m. EDT, Text
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FBN--NFL-COMMON INJURIES-EXPLAINER
DESCRIPTION: NFL players face a variety of injuries that can impact their season. Common issues include Achilles tendon tears, ACL and other knee ligament injuries, and concussions. These injuries highlight the physical toll of the NFL season. By Pro Football Writer Dennis Waszak Jr.
UPCOMING: By 07/28/2026 6:00 p.m. EDT, Text
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FBN--BEARS BEGIN
DESCRIPTION: Chicago Bears general manager Ryan Poles and coach Ben Johnson meet with the media on the same day that the team’s veterans report to Halas Hall for the beginning of training camp. By Jay Cohen.
UPCOMING: By 07/28/2026 7:00 p.m. EDT, Text
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FBN--COMMANDERS-PETERS
DESCRIPTION: Commanders GM Adam Peters holds a news conference along with coach Dan Quinn, the day before the first practice of training camp. 600 words, photos.
UPCOMING: By 07/28/2026 8:00 p.m. EDT, Text
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BBO--BREWERS-GIANTS
McCray’s 2-run homer leads the Giants to a 3-0 win over the Brewers
SUMMARY: Grant McCray hit his first home run of the season in the fourth inning and Tyler Mahle threw six sharp innings as the San Francisco Giants downed the Milwaukee Brewers 3-0 on Monday night. Giants’ Luis Arraez got the scoring started in the third inning, knocking in rookie catcher Jesus Rodriguez from second base for the first run of the game. Not long after, McCray followed it up with a 406-foot deep shot to left field, batting in himself and Willy Adames to take a 3-0 lead they would never surrender.
WORDS: 305 - MOVED: 07/28/2026 1:36 a.m. EDT
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BBO--GIANTS-SCHMITT
Giants 3B Casey Schmitt leaves game versus Brewers in 2nd inning due to apparent leg injury
SUMMARY: San Francisco Giants third baseman Casey Schmitt left Monday night’s game against the Milwaukee Brewers in the bottom of the second inning due to an apparent leg injury. Schmitt appeared to hurt his left leg after rounding first base following a single to right field. He showed discomfort and was grasping at his lower left leg after the play. Schmitt was able to walk off the field on his own power, limping with a trainer at his side as he left the game.
WORDS: 320 - MOVED: 07/28/2026 1:33 a.m. EDT
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BBO--YANKEES-INJURIES
Yankees outfielder Cody Bellinger to miss 4 to 6 weeks with a Grade 2 hamstring strain
SUMMARY: New York Yankees outfielder Cody Bellinger will be sidelined for four to six weeks with a Grade 2 left hamstring strain. Bellinger was placed on the 10-day injured list on Sunday, a day after he got hurt running the bases during a 3-1 win at Philadelphia. He had more tests in New York that revealed the extent of the injury. The loss of Bellinger is another major injury for a New York team already playing without reigning AL MVP Aaron Judge, who has been out since May 31 because of a fractured rib. Designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton has been sidelined since April 24 because of a strained right calf.
WORDS: 544 - MOVED: 07/28/2026 12:05 a.m. EDT
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BBO--PHILLIES-MARLINS
Griffin Conine’s walk-off RBI single snaps the Marlins’ 12-game skid with an 8-7 win over Phillies
SUMMARY: Griffin Conine hit a walkoff run-scoring single to lift the Marlins past the Philadelphia Phillies 8-7 and end Miami’s 12-game losing streak. Phillies closer Jhoan Duran (1-4) entered with a 7-5 lead before loading the bases with no outs and allowing a tying two-run single by Heriberto Hernández, who scored the winning run. Hernández and Conine homered against Phillies ace Zack Wheeler. Jakob Marsee had a run-scoring double and Otto Lopez added an RBI triple for the Marlins. Calvin Faucher (5-5) pitched a scoreless ninth for the win.
WORDS: 359 - MOVED: 07/27/2026 11:08 p.m. EDT
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BBO--MARLINS-STREAK SNAPPED
Marlins snap franchise-worst 12-game skid with walk-off win over Phillies
SUMMARY: Clayton McCullough breathed a sigh of relief. The Marlins finally won a game. Miami overcame two-run, ninth-inning deficit in the ninth to beat division-rival Philadelphia and snap a 12-game losing streak — the longest such stretch in franchise history. It was the Marlins’ first win since beating Seattle at home on July 9 and ensured they would not suffer their fifth straight sweep. Griffin Conine singled in the winning run against Philadelphia closer Jhoan Duran, who entered in the ninth with a 7-5 lead before loading the bases with no outs.
WORDS: 680 - MOVED: 07/27/2026 11:06 p.m. EDT
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FBN--RAMS-STAFFORD’S CAMP
MVP Matthew Stafford says star-studded Rams have “a high ceiling” for climb toward a Super Bowl run
SUMMARY: Matthew Stafford is back at work in his 18th NFL training camp and his first since winning his first league MVP award. When he looks across the Los Angeles Rams’ line at practice this summer, he sees Myles Garrett and Trent McDuffie on a defense determined to be as good as the NFL’s top offense last season. That’s exciting to the 38-year-old Stafford, who is participating in a modified schedule of practices in camp to keep him in top shape for the months ahead. Stafford is coming off arguably the best season of his long career after throwing for 4,707 yards.
WORDS: 771 - MOVED: 07/27/2026 10:54 p.m. EDT
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BKW--HONDA CUP AT 50
Honda Cup marks 50 years, reuniting trailblazing winners in New York
SUMMARY: Ann Meyers Drysdale felt nostalgic spending the day with so many other Honda Cup award winners, including fellow UCLA Bruins great Jackie Joyner-Kersee. The award, given annually to the top female college athlete, celebrated its 50th anniversary Monday. Chamique Holdsclaw still fondly remembers meeting the best female college athletes in their respective sports when she won the Honda Cup in 1998 while starring at Tennessee. Out of all the individual sport winners, an overall Athlete of the Year is chosen. In addition to athletic performance, the Honda Cup honors college athletes for their leadership, academics and community service.
WORDS: 887 - MOVED: 07/27/2026 9:48 p.m. EDT
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GLF--GLOVER-SHOES OFF
Lucas Glover removes shoes at 3M after complaints about spike marks on the greens
SUMMARY: When Lucas Glover removed his shoes to retrieve his ball after a birdie putt in the final round of the 3M Open, TV commentators speculated it was in protest of the AimPoint green-reading system used by many PGA Tour players. Turns out, he went shoeless for another reason: to prevent his metal spikes from making marks on the greens after hearing a complaint from a tournament official. Fellow player Michael Kim said several players had complained about spike marks on the greens, thinking it was Glover. After hearing the complaint from a rules official, the 2009 U.S. Open made sure there were no spike marks by retrieving the ball in his socks after sinking a birdie putt on the 10th hole.
WORDS: 382 - MOVED: 07/27/2026 5:51 p.m. EDT
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SOC--FIFA-INFANTINO
FIFA’s Infantino targets critics he says spread ‘hate and false rumors’ about World Cup
SUMMARY: FIFA President Gianni Infantino has attacked perceived critics one week after the World Cup final for “spreading hate and false rumors” about the tournament. Infantino praises FIFA for “delivering the best show in the world” and spoke of the World Cup bringing “joy and togetherness.” He also rounds on critics in a 900-word statement published in a 15-page post on Instagram and FIFA’s website. The FIFA leader writes “sorry that you were so consumed by hate and criticism that you missed it all.” Infantino has an increasingly testy relationship with media in the 11th year of his presidency.
WORDS: 626 - MOVED: 07/27/2026 3:00 p.m. EDT
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BBO--ATHLETICS-LASKO
Athletics prospect Ryan Lasko says feeling in his legs returning after collision with his teammate
SUMMARY: Athletics prospect Ryan Lasko shares progress in his recovery from a back injury. Lasko collided with a teammate during a game in Frisco, Texas, four weeks ago and fractured his C6-C7 vertebra. Lasko had surgery on June 30. He posted on social media that he has regained some feeling in his legs. He now has sensation from his feet to his knees and some movement in his thighs and back. Lasko was drafted in 2023. He expressed gratitude for the support he’s received. He was batting .209 for Midland this season.
WORDS: 254 - MOVED: 07/27/2026 2:55 p.m. EDT
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SOC--WCUP-BEST GOAL
Lopes Cabral’s equalizer for Cape Verde vs Argentina wins public vote for best goal at World Cup
SUMMARY: Cape Verde has made more World Cup history with Sidny Lopes Cabral winning the public vote for goal of the tournament. Lopes Cabral’s curling shot into the far top corner of Argentina’s net was a standout moment in the unheralded African team’s stellar World Cup debut. His goal tied defending champion Argentina at 2-2 in extra time of their thrilling round of 32 game in Miami Gardens. Cape Verde eventually lost 3-2. Lopes Cabral’s goal was voted best of the 308 goals scored at the tournament. Eldor Shomurodov’s delicate lob for Uzbekistan against Congo was second and Haiti’s Wilson Isidor was third for a rising shot against Morocco.
WORDS: 270 - MOVED: 07/27/2026 2:49 p.m. EDT
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BKW--VIRGINIA-AGUGUA-HAMILTON SETTLEMENT
Virginia and coach Amaka Agugua-Hamilton reach a settlement after her sudden dismissal
SUMMARY: Virginia and former basketball coach Amaka Agugua-Hamilton have reached a settlement on her dismissal. Terms of the settlement were not made public. Agugua-Hamilton was fired on April 4, a week after she led the Cavaliers to the Sweet 16 for the first time since 2000. She went 70-58, including a 29-42 mark in ACC play. Virginia became the first double-digit seed to reach the regional semifinals since 2022 and pulled off the upset of the tournament, knocking off No. 2 seed Iowa on the road in double overtime in the second round.
WORDS: 323 - MOVED: 07/27/2026 2:11 p.m. EDT
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