49ers receiver Brandon Aiyuk was back at it on social media on Tuesday, two days after posting a video in which he told his team to stop running from the belt.
In a new Instagram video, Aiyuk said t… [+910 chars]

Aiyuk returns to social media with a new message.

NBCSports.com

Brandon Aiyuk: 49ers are “mad ‘cause they stupid” - NBC Sports

Long-time Browns offensive lineman Joel Bitonio announced his retirement on Tuesday, after 12 NFL seasons all in Cleveland. And, as Bitonio recounted some of the things he learned from various vetera… [+641 chars]

Long-time Browns offensive lineman Joel Bitonio announced his retirement on Tuesday, after 12 NFL seasons — all in Cleveland.

In retirement press conference, Joel Bitinio pokes fun at Johnny Manziel - NBC Sports

The Brewers have signed yet another extension with one of their prospects. Milwaukee announced the signing of Triple-A outfielder Luis Lara to a seven-year deal with club options covering the 2033-35… [+6366 chars]

Another big extension for the Brewers with a prospect.

MLB Trade Rumors

Brewers Sign Luis Lara To Extension - MLB Trade Rumors

Angels right-hander Jack Kochanowicz told members of the media, including Jeff Fletcher of the Orange County Register, that he will be undergoing Tommy John surgery. He’ll be out of action until the … [+2873 chars]

More bad news for the rotation in Anaheim.

Jack Kochanowicz To Undergo Tommy John Surgery - MLB Trade Rumors

The Cubs placed starter Jameson Taillon on the 15-day injured list, retroactive to June 8, with a left hamstring strain. Chicago brought up two relievers, Tyler Ferguson and Ethan Roberts, from Tripl… [+2260 chars]

The Cubs will be without Jameson Taillon for more than a month. MLB Trade Rumors has that and more on the Chicago pitching staff.

Cubs Place Jameson Taillon On Injured List - MLB Trade Rumors

Kirk Cousins doesnt want to be known as a mentor to rookie Fernando Mendoza, calling the title a bit of a reach. Instead, the veteran quarterback says the dynamic is a collaboration.
"[Its] more of … [+1139 chars]

Kirk Cousins doesn't want to be known as a mentor to rookie Fernando Mendoza, calling the title "a bit of a reach."

Kirk Cousins rejects mentor title, calls the QBs room a collaboration - NBC Sports

The Bears claim theyre focused on building a new stadium in Indiana. And yet theyre still talking to Illinois.
On Tuesday, Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker told reporters that there have been incomin… [+1093 chars]

The Bears claim they're focused on building a new stadium in Indiana.

Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker opens door to a special legislative session on Bears stadium - NBC Sports

Some World Cup players and team staff are being questioned or outright barred from entering the United States, angering their fans and heightening concerns about how immigration enforcement will be c… [+70 chars]

Immigration authorities say the detentions of a Somali referee and two Iraqi national team members were part of routine vetting. But officials and fans in their homelands want an explanation.

The Washington Post

World Cup players and officials are being detained or barred entry into U.S. - The Washington Post

Cardinals edge rusher Josh Sweat is attending the teams mandatory minicamp, but he is not participating. 
Coach Mike LaFleur downplayed Sweats on-field absence and said he is not worried about Sweat… [+1124 chars]

Cardinals edge rusher Josh Sweat is attending the team's mandatory minicamp, but he is not participating.

Mike LaFleur not worried about Josh Sweat "at all" - NBC Sports

MADRID It was the will-they, wont-they question that preoccupied Spain for days: Would the stars align for a supernova meeting between Pope Leo XIV and Bad Bunny two wildly different Spanish-speaking… [+61 chars]

Bad Bunny and Pope Leo XIV may have radically different personas, but when it comes to pluralist visions, they are brothers in arms.

Bad Bunny’s private audience: Latin trap megastar met Pope Leo in Spain - The Washington Post

LAS VEGAS - Just hours before puck drop for Game 4 of the Stanley Cup Final, the Carolina Hurricanes' starting netminder remains a mystery.
Although asked multiple times pre-game by the media, Rod B… [+2031 chars]

Brind'Amour remains tight-lipped regarding his crease

NHL News

Projected Lineup: SCF, Game 4 at Vegas - NHL.com

As the Vikings try to resolve their quarterback competition, the primary candidates to start Kyler Murray and J.J. McCarthy are splitting practice reps. On Wednesday, Murray acknowledged that sharing… [+1132 chars]

As the Vikings try to resolve their quarterback competition, the primary candidates to start — Kyler Murray and J.J.

Kyler Murray: Splitting reps makes it harder to learn offense - NBC Sports

New Raiders linebacker Nakobe Dean missed all of the voluntary offseason program. He was at the teams media day on Monday, with Dean posting a photo on social media of himself in his uniform against … [+899 chars]

New Raiders linebacker Nakobe Dean missed all of the voluntary offseason program.

Raiders downplay Nakobe Dean’s absence at mandatory minicamp practice - NBC Sports

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- New England Patriots Pro Bowl cornerback Christian Gonzalez, who is eligible for a contract extension for the first time, reported for mandatory minicamp this week after skipping… [+3361 chars]

Patriots cornerback Christian Gonzalez, who is eligible for a contract extension, reported for mandatory minicamp this week after skipping most of the voluntary program.

ESPN

Patriots' Christian Gonzalez reports to mandatory minicamp - ESPN

According to Head Coach Jesse Minter, rookie wideouts Elijah Sarratt and Ja'Kobi Lane might log a lot of playing time this fall compared to other third and fourth-round picks.
Fielding questions fro… [+974 chars]

Elijah Sarratt had the best catch of the day, while Zion Young and Ryan Eckley continue to impress.

BaltimoreRavens.com

Practice Report: Rookies Shine on First Day of Minicamp - Baltimore Ravens

<ul><li>UPDATE: Added a +220 anytime goal scorer pick &amp; who will win prediction!</li></ul>
While it will be tough for Game 4 of the 2026 Stanley Cup Final to live up to the record-breaking showc… [+4456 chars]

Free Hurricanes vs. Golden Knights predictions and NHL picks for Game 4 on Tuesday, June 8.

Covers.com

Hurricanes vs Golden Knights Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight's Stanley Cup Final Game 4 - Covers.com

When it comes to the integrity of sport, few participants have more influence than the officials who interpret and apply the rules in real time.
For basketball, eyebrows are raised when significant … [+1817 chars]

When it comes to the integrity of sport, few participants have more influence than the officials who interpret and apply the rules in real time.

Game 3 free-throw gap highlights the ability of NBA refs to put finger on scale - NBC Sports

<ul><li>A Washington high school sophomore died on June 7, about a week after he was severely injured while playing lacrosse
</li><li>Eliot Abramson was rushed to a local hospital after a ball struc… [+2775 chars]

Eliot Abramson, a sophomore at Mercer Island High School in Mercer Island, Wash., died after being struck in the neck by a ball just below his helmet last...

PEOPLE

High School Lacrosse Player Dies After Getting Struck with Ball to His Neck During Recruiting Event - Yahoo Sports

The latest dust-up between Stephen A. Smith and Donald Trump has escalated beyond if the ESPN host believes the former Apprentice host is to blame for the New York Knicks losing at home last night in… [+2994 chars]

Donald Trump thinks Stephen A. Smith isn't smart enough to run for POTUS, let's just say the ESPN host strongly disagrees with the often sleepy incumbent

Deadline

Stephen A. Smith Taunts Trump Over IQ Insult, Knicks Loss, Falling Asleep - Deadline

President Trump's restrictive immigration policies are already impacting this year's 2026 FIFA World Cup.
At least one referee from Somalia and one Iraqiteam staff member were denied entry at U.S. a… [+5395 chars]

As the World Cup begins later this week, match officials and team members have faced enhanced immigration scrutiny when trying to enter the United States. A FIFA referee from Somalia was turned away.