Red Sox get significant $15 million Garrett Crochet update on $170M contract originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.The Boston Red Sox have had a roller coaster of a 2026 MLB season. They've struggled for much of the year, but after their recent 15-game win streak, they're right back in contention and expected to be deadline buyers.They've already traded for Curtis Mead using Connelly Early, a young lefty starting pitcher, to upgrade the offense. More could be on the horizon as well.But one of the bigger pieces of news that came out recently involves Garrett Crochet. As USA Today's Bob Nightengale highlighted, Crochet, the left-handed ace, is now going to stick around through at least 2031 with a huge update to his $170 million contract.Red Sox get huge Garrett Crochet news amid lengthy injury absence"Boston Red Sox starter Garrett Crochet's injury prevents him from opting out of his contract after 2030 now that he'll have spent 120 days on the IL," Nightengale writes. "It also triggers a $15 million club option in 2032."This piece of news is a significant one for the Red Sox and their team building over the next few seasons. The left-handed ace, who was the Cy Young runner-up a year ago, isn't leaving Boston for a long time.He's now under contract through the 2031 season on a six-year, $170 million deal, with a $15 million club option for the 2032 season that, if Crochet returns to form, the Red Sox surely would pick up.Nick Pivetta, a former Red Sox starter, has a similar situation with the San Diego Padres. However, his contract won't be extended if he misses time, but rather it'd be cut short, and he'd miss out on $32 million.MORE:Nick Pivetta has to return from IL by August 22 to avoid missing out on $32 million contract with PadresCrochet will have his deal further guaranteed, but loses the ability to opt out after 2030 now that he's missed the 120 days while on the injured list.Compared to the contract situation coming into the regular season, where Crochet might've had a chance to leave the Red Sox after the 2030 season, this new update is a massive one for the future of the team.The 27-year-old is now going to stick in Boston for at least the rest of 2026 and all of the way through the 2031 season now that he can't opt out of his contract.He might not have opted out anyway, but now there's no doubt about his future in Boston. Crochet is a Red Sox starter for the next five seasons, if not more, depending on what the Red Sox do with the club option.More MLB news:Braves injury update on Spencer Strider has execs pessimistic about a 2026 returnDodgers' Shohei Ohtani injury update essentially ends Cy Young chancesYankees send scouts to Cubs vs. Twins series amid trade interest in three playersPhillies would love to trade for Mets reliever Luke WeaverMLB execs believe Padres will trade Mason Miller at trade deadline

METLIFE STADIUM, EAST RUTHERFORD, NEW JERSEY, UNITED STATES - 2026/07/19: Enzo Fernandez of Argentina looks dejected as he leaves the pitch after being sent off by the referee during the FIFA World Cup 2026 final football match between Spain and Argentina. Spain won 1-0 over Argentina after extra time. (Photo by Nicol Campo/LightRocket via Getty Images)LightRocket via Getty ImagesEnzo Fernandez didnt hesitate in rubbing salt into Englands wounds as Argentina knocked England out of the 2026 World Cup. The midfielder was a thorn in the side of the Three Lions throughout their semi-final encounter and celebrated in front of the England supporters in Miami.Fernandez was already renowned for being an antagonist. It was only a few months ago that the midfielder was suspended by Chelsea for openly discussing a potential move to another club. Speculation continues to swirl around Fernandezs future, provoked further by Fernandez now being a villain in the eyes of many English soccer fans.Chelsea's Enzo Fernandez during the Premier League match at the Stadium of Light, Sunderland. Picture date: Sunday May 24, 2026. (Photo by Richard Sellers/PA Images via Getty Images)PA Images via Getty ImagesMeanwhile, Chelsea is rebuilding its squad under new manager Xabi Alonso. The Spaniard has a clear style of play and the Stamford Bridge outfit is remoulding itself in the image of the former Bayer Leverkusen and Real Madrid boss who has taken on his first Premier League job over the summer.Signed from Benfica on the back of his performances for Argentina at the 2022 World Cup, Fernandez is established as a key figure for Chelsea. Nobody played more league minutes for the Stamford Bridge outfit last season than Fernandez who registered 10 goals and four assists.However, there might not be an obvious role for Fernandez in Alonsos new-look team, particularly after the statement signing of Morgan Rogers from Aston Villa. The England international has arrived at Stamford Bridge to be one of Alonsos dual number 10s alongside Cole Palmer, suggesting Fernandez wont be used in an advanced role.SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - JULY 26: Manager Xabi Alonso of Chelsea during training session at the Allianz Stadium on July 26, 2026 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Darren Walsh/Chelsea FC via Getty Images)Chelsea FC via Getty ImagesFernandez could be deployed as one half of a midfield double pivot, but his qualities arent best utilised in a deeper area of the pitch. Instead, Chelsea appear intent on signing another midfield capable of playing in that position with Bournemouths Alex Scott reportedly on the clubs radar this summer.Real Madrid is reportedly on the verge of landing Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig with Vinicius Junior possibly on his way out of the Spanish club. Another position change could see Aurelien Tchouamani leave with Fernandez signed in his place. Real Madrid is also believed to be interested in 2026 World Cup winner Rodri.The future of one of Argentinas World Cup finalists could quickly become uncertain even as his quality is clear for all to see. Real Madrid might want Fernandez, but does it want Rodri more? Will the money still be available if Diomande is also coming in the door? Fernandez might have no choice but to prove his worth to Alonso.This article was originally published on Forbes.com

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After finishing 31st in sacks last year with just 26 quarterback takedowns, the New York Jets desperately needed to revamp their pass-rushing unit this offseason. That's precisely what general manager Darren Mougey did. Mougey selected former Texas Tech EDGE David Bailey at No. 2 overall in the 2026 NFL draft, and he also signed veteran Joseph Ossai in free agency.Ossai was signed to a three-year contract worth $34.5 million. He'll earn an average annual salary of $11.5 million per campaign. It's a reasonable term, but make no mistake, the Jets expect a hefty return on their offseason investment.Will McDonald IV was the Jets' sack leader last season with eight. No other Jets defender had more than four sacks. Ossai had a career-high five sacks last season, making it his second consecutive campaign with five QB takedowns.Ossai has been a modest sack producer throughout his underrated career. The Jets are probably expecting a similar output. With Ossai, Bailey, McDonald, and Kingsley Enagbare at the position, the defensive line should have a more stable rotation, making them less reliant on one player (like they were last year).The Jets are better and deeper at the pass-rushing positions now. If Ossai produces another five sacks, he'll be an effective member of a four-man rotation. The Jets should end up pleased with Ossai's production.Jets Wire will continue to provide updates throughout the 2026 NFL season. This article originally appeared on Jets Wire: How many sacks will Jets DE Joseph Ossai have in 2026?

The Baltimore Orioles (51-54) come off a walk-off win on Saturday night as they face the Atlanta Braves (61-43) in the rubber game of a three-game series at Oriole Park at Camden Yards.Jul 24, 2026; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles third baseman Christian Encarnacion Strand (32) reacts after driving in two runs with a second inning double against the Atlanta Braves at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Mitch Stringer-Imagn ImagesHow to Watch Atlanta Braves vs Baltimore OriolesDate: Sunday, July 26, 2026Time: 1:30 PM ETChannel: BravesVision, MASN (Baltimore), MLB.TV Baltimore OriolesStream: Fubo (TRY FOR FREE)Dylan Beavers, who made his major-league debut less than a year ago, delivered his third career walk-off hit with a ninth-inning single to lift Baltimore to a 3-2 win on Saturday night. Gunnar Henderson gave the Orioles a 2-0 lead with a solo homer in the fifth after Christian Encarnacion-Strands third-inning single opened the scoring. Brandon Young didnt figure in the decision after allowing a run on four hits over 6.1 innings.The Braves tied the game in the eighth inning on a solo homer from Ozzie Albies after getting on the board with an RBI groundout in the sixth. Bryce Elder gave Atlanta a solid start, surrendering two runs, only one earned, and striking out eight over five innings. Three Braves pitchers struck out 14 Os on the night.Right-hander Shane Baz (4-9) starts the series finale for the Orioles, entering play with a 4.05 ERA and 1.368 WHIP in 20 starts and 117.2 innings. Atlanta gives the ball to right-hander Reynaldo Lpez (4-3), who compiled a 3.95 ERA and 1.364 WHIP in 66 innings over 23 appearances, including 10 starts. Lpez rejoined the rotation in late June.Live stream Atlanta Braves vs Baltimore Orioles on Fubo: Start your free trial now!With Fubo, you can watch live television without cable on your phone, TV, or tablet. Fubo carries a wide array of sports and entertainment channels, including local sports packages and top national channels like ABC, FOX, CBS, ESPN, FS1, MTV, Comedy Central, and much more. The best part is you can try it out today for free.Regional restrictions may apply. If you purchase a product or register for an account through one of the links on our site, we may receive compensation.

HARARE, Zimbabwe (AP) The 15-year-old V aibhav Sooryavanshi hit his second international half-century for India as Zimbabwe lost the third and final Twenty20 match by 35 runs on Sunday and India swept the series 3-0.On a slow surface, opener Sooryavanshi scored 81 runs off 49 balls with four sixes and eight fours as India reached 192-5 in 20 overs.In reply, Zimbabwe was restricted to 157-7 with Ryan Burl scoring 54 not out off 43 balls. Pacer Mayank Yadav took 3-29 in four overs.India had already clinched the series with a 90-run victory on Saturday. It won the first T20 on Thursday by seven wickets, when Sooryavanshi smashed 50 off 18 balls. Opting to bat first, India lost Abhishek Sharma for two runs off Blessing Muzarabani. Sooryavanshi and Ishan Kishan (29) then added 75 off 50 balls. India scored 64-1 in the powerplay.Sooryavanshi's second 50 came off 31 balls this time. He hit another two sixes after crossing the 50-mark and looked set for a maiden hundred, before holing out off Wessly Madhevere.Sooryavanshi was named player of the series with 151 runs in three innings. I try to replicate what I do in training," he said. "I had good preparation time after the England tour and I am glad to score these runs for the team, and contribute to the series win."Shreyas Iyer scored 27, with Rinku Singh providing a final flourish with 25 off 14 balls including two fours and a six.In reply, Zimbabwe lost Brian Bennett off the first ball of the innings against Mayank Yadav.Ben Curran (20) and Dion Myers (19) added 34 runs for the second wicket, but Zimbabwe lost a couple of quick wickets, including skipper Sikandar Raza. Yash Thakur (2-45) dismissed him for a golden duck with a brilliant one-handed catch.Burl held the Zimbabwe innings together, with five fours, and scored 50 off 42 balls. He added 60 off 50 balls with Madhevere (28).India dropped five catches but Zimbabwe was outplayed with both bat and ball.High hopesSooryavanshi replaced Sachin Tendulkar this month as the youngest player to represent India but his output in a T20 series in England was modest: 14, 13, 15 at a strike rate of 168. He was replaced for the last match and India lost the series 4-0.The selectors successfully hoped Sooryavanshi would thrive in a low-key series at the same cricket ground where he blasted 175 off 80 balls against England in February in the final of the Under-19 World Cup.__AP cricket: https://apnews.com/hub/cricket

Lakers get stern warning about life after LeBron James originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.It's going to be weird watching the Los Angeles Lakers without LeBron James on the court. Think about it. It's been eight seasons that people have watched James enter the golden years of his career in Los Angeles.Now, he's with the Philadelphia 76ers. He's on a different coast. That's a huge change for not just fans but also James and the Lakers franchise.Now, the Lakers are getting a warning about life after LeBron and the moves they've made to try to get ready for the future. It might take a minute for the team to get back on its feet.Lakers get cautioned in NBA power rankingsESPN has unveiled its NBA power rankings going into the 2026 season. In it, they have the Lakers at No. 11, down from No. 9 last year.In it, ESPN notes that losing James is obviously a blow. But they're also worried about this team's assets for the future."Eight hours before free agency officially opened, James' agent, Rich Paul, informed the Lakers that his client would be moving on after eight seasons with the franchise. James' exit signaled the start of retrofitting the roster around superstar Luka Doncic, beginning with a sign-and-trade with the Jazz for 7-2 center Kessler," Dave McMenamin notes.He adds, "L.A. opened its wallet (four years, $130 million) and all but exhausted its future assets (sending two unprotected first-round picks and two future pick swaps to Utah) to close the deal, which could make or break Doncic's tenure as a Laker."So, there are some concerns for the Lakers in a post-LeBron world. But this franchise isn't known for taking things lying down. It shouldn't take long for the Lakers to get back on their feet.More NBA news:Victor Wembanyama gets kudos for what he did heading into Spurs seasonPistons receive reality check about Jalen Duren situationLakers found a gem nobody expected to be this good

A couple of days after LeBron James' blockbuster announcement that he is headed to Philadelphia for his 24th NBA season, the NBA world is still buzzing. Here is the latest fallout from LeBron's decision to head to the City of Brotherly Love.Stephen Currys reactionStephen Curry found out about LeBron's decision from a fan while on a golf course, which somehow feels appropriate. A fan broke the LeBron news to Steph Curry while he was golfing (via: IG/eastwaters007) pic.twitter.com/3rtvGAbcj5 TSN (@TSN_Sports) July 25, 2026But what did Curry really think? Curry was asked that Saturday while attending a youth basketball camp run by fellow Warrior Moses Moody, reports Marcus Thompson II of The Athletic."That's why you don't envision anything until it happens. There's a lot of moving parts."Golden State was where a lot of people including people inside the Lakers' locker room expected LeBron to land. It would have been a nostalgic run with him, Curry, Draymond Green and Steve Kerr drinking good wine and having fun playing basketball, and eventually next season Jimmy Butler would join and this team could be pretty good. But not a contender and the winning is what mattered most to LeBron.The Warriors looked to make major offseason upgrades. They called about Jaylen Brown but didn't have the trade return the Celtics wanted (it likely would have been the injured Butler headed East). The Warriors also called Washington about Anthony Davis, but Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints called the Wizards' asking price "unreasonable." If LeBron's agent Rich Paul could have assured the Warriors that acquiring Davis meant LeBron was guaranteed to choose them, then maybe Golden State would have paid the price, but that kind of assurance was never on the table. LeBron really was thinking through what he prioritized, and that informed his decision.Why the Warriors were hesitant to go all-in on Davis is also tied to a bigger picture, according to long-time Bay Area sports writer and podcaster Tim Kawakami on The TK Show (hat tip Real GM)."What (team governor Joe) Lacob wants to do, and this might get Warriors fans mad. He wants to build the next team after Steph Curry. I don't know how possible that is, but Lacob has a very keen interest in... this organization's going to show what it can do with Steph Curry and then after Steph Curry."After Curry comes an inevitable rebuild something that is now harder to do, likely will drag out longer, and involves a lot more luck because of the NBA's new lottery system.What drove LeBrons decision?In choosing Philadelphia, LeBron went against the narrative, the ones that would have been familiar and comfortable storylines for the documentary he is making about his last season (or seasons) in the league. Golden State with Curry is close to home and nostalgia. Cleveland was going home and he could compete at a high level. Miami would put the ball in his hands on the court, and he'd get to play with Giannis Antetokounmpo in a setting where he is comfortable.Instead, he went with a place he has never been before and the reason was the chance to win, something sources confirmed to Dan Woike of The Athletic.Sources close to James told The Athletic on Friday, on the condition of anonymity because they were not authorized to speak publicly, that the reason he picked Philadelphia wasn't a part of some complicated decision matrix. It was, simply, the place James thought he could go and have the best chance to win a championship. Looking back at James' time in Los Angeles, the winning always made things better.LeBrons fit in PhiladelphiaLeBron James is not pulling a 76ers jersey over his head next season if the team doesn't acquire Jaylen Brown first. That seemed pretty obvious, but LeBron's agent and friend Rich Paul confirmed it on his Game Over podcast with Max Kellerman."Ultimately, Philadelphia makes a move and then boom! Now you got Jaylen Brown. Now hold on, wait a minute now. This looks a lot different."Paul also gets into why LeBron is a fit on the court in Philly."I think he helps everybody on that team. When you talk about a secondary playmaker, if he's your secondary playmaker, you have the best secondary playmaker in the league. He helps Tyrese [Maxey] in terms of pick-and-roll action..."When you add a LeBron, everything changes. That is why it is not easy for someone who is to be a star player on a team, when he comes, he kind of shows you how big or little of a star you actually are. It takes a special kind of person to mentally embrace that. The familiarity with him and Tyrese, you don't have to worry about that with Tyrese. They know each other, they embrace each other, they have been working out together for the last five years. So you won't have any pushback."How Brown and Embiid adjust is another question, but if the 76ers are winning, things will smooth over quickly. When the bumps in the road inevitably come, it's going to be interesting to see how Nick Nurse handles things.