Former WNBA star Katie Douglas said Caitlin Clark often plays with a “target” on her back as a group of Republican lawmakers called on the league to improve player safety after a series of physical interactions between Clark and opposing players. Speaking on “Fox News Live,” Douglas called the lawmakers’ effort “helpful” and said it […]
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Juan Soto’s misread turns routine single into Little League home run as Mets’ woes continue
Just how bad are things going for the 2026 New York Mets? Look no further than the first batter they faced against the Toronto Blue Jays on Tuesday night, where a routine base hit turned into a Little League home run. And Juan Soto, the team’s $765 million man, was at the center of the […]
NBA Finals ratings surge as the league welcomes Trump, drops woke messaging — but is it sustainable?
ESPN posted a graphic Wednesday afternoon highlighting the viewership for Game 3 of the NBA Finals between the Spurs and Knicks. The ratings were significant. The network says the game averaged 23.8 million viewers, making it the largest NBA Finals Game 3 audience since 1998 and the most-watched NBA Finals Game 3 ever on ABC […]
TV networks have more leverage over the NFL and streamers than the league realizes
The prevailing narrative around the NFL’s media rights is that the league will pressure its television partners to pay significantly higher fees before the 2029-30 opt-out period begins (2030-31 for ESPN), or risk losing their packages to streaming platforms. However, we are not convinced the NFL has as much leverage as it has led industry […]
FCC chairman questions NFL’s antitrust protection as league shifts to streaming services
NFL fans will likely have to spend more to watch the league’s full slate of games each week in 2026. A YouTube TV “NFL Sunday Ticket” subscription can cost several hundred dollars, but does not provide access to every game. Fans must also subscribe to Amazon Prime, Peacock and Netflix to watch the full slate. […]
Congress investigates betting scandals rocking NBA and Major League Baseball following federal charges
Odds are that most Thanksgiving dinners will include a heaping helping of Packers-Lions. A side of Chiefs-Cowboys. A run back out to the fridge for a plate of stuffing alongside the nightcap game of Bengals-Ravens. A veritable football smorgasbord paired with mashed potatoes, green bean casserole and a slab of pumpkin pie. But the real […]
Minor league hockey player Orca Wiesblatt dead at 25 after ‘traffic accident’ in Canada
Minor league hockey player Orca Wiesblatt died in a car accident in Canada over the weekend, his agency and former team confirmed Monday. He was 25. O2K Sports Management released a statement confirming Wiesblatt’s death. “With heavy hearts, we mourn and share the sad news that Orca Wiesblatt has tragically passed away. Orca was an incredible […]
Nevada wins US Little League World Series title, will face Taiwan for championship
Nevada beat Connecticut 8-2 in the Little League World Series semifinal on Saturday, setting up a title game against Taiwan on Sunday. Garrett Gallegos homered and pitched five strong innings to lead Nevada to the win. CLICK HERE FOR MORE SPORTS COVERAGE ON FOXNEWS.COM Grayson Miranda had a key at-bat in Nevada’s three-run first inning. […]
NHL stars Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl shock beer league game as surprise players
Imagine showing up to your weekly ice hockey game to play with some of your friends and local talent, but two of the best players in the NHL are ready to face-off against you. Edmonton Oilers stars Connor McDavid and Leon Draisaitl were quite the ringers at the Magna Centre in Newmarket, Ontario, last Wednesday […]
NFL prospect Desmond Watson seeks to become heaviest player drafted in league history
Defensive lineman Desmond Watson showcased his football skills in front of scouts at the Florida Gators’ NFL Pro Day on Thursday. Watson, who is listed at 464 pounds, is aiming to make NFL history. If a franchise selects Watson in next month’s draft, he would become the heaviest player drafted in league history. CLICK HERE […]
Ivy league school lays off lecturer who drew antisemitic cartoons of Jews drinking Gazan blood
The University of Pennsylvania (UPenn) has laid off a lecturer who produced alleged antisemitic political cartoons, including drawings of Israelis drinking the blood of Gazans. Cartoonist Dwayne Booth, who goes by the name Mr. Fish, joined UPenn’s Annenberg School for Communication in 2015. He published numerous cartoons in the wake of the October 7, 2023, Hamas […]
NFL legend Champ Bailey dishes on breaking stigma with cannabis, using while playing in league
When NFL fans think of players and cannabis use, former Miami Dolphins running back Ricky Williams probably comes to mind, or even Super Bowl champion Chris Long. Williams and Long have spoken out at length about using cannabis for a variety of reasons, including for pain management over other painkillers that have been pushed in […]