The San Diego Padres are going for it. Hours after agreeing to a trade for Robbie Ray, the Padres secured right-handed pitcher Casey Mize in a trade with the Detroit Tigers, according to multiple reports. The Tigers will get prospects Kash Mayfield and Jackson Wolf, while the Padres will also acquire third baseman Gage Workman, FOX Sports and The Athletic's Ken Rosenthal reported earlier. Mize, 29, was one of the top pitchers available ahead of Monday's trade deadline. He's 4-6 with a 2.70 ERA, 85 strikeouts and a 0.992 WHIP in 86 innings pitched over 16 starts. The Padres' pitching staff has been relatively mediocre this season. They're 16th in ERA (4.14) and 18th in WHIP (1.32). San Diego entered Monday with a 58-54 record. While the Padres are 11 games back of the Los Angeles Dodgers for first place in the NL West, they're only one game out of the final NL wild-card spot.

On a tough night at the very start of a new season, against a dogged Dundee, it was a familiar name that helped Celtic usher in victory.No, not Benjamin Nygren - last season's top scorer and the man who nodded in the winner to kickstar the Scottish Premiership defence - but Kieran Tierney, the man who crossed the ball for the Swede to head in.The left-back has arguably been Celtic's best player since the return of Martin O'Neill in January, but his renaissance has gone a little under the radar.Perhaps that's because we expect so much from the man who once fetched Celtic a reported 25m in a move to Arsenal.Regardless, he still registered 12 assists last season, the most of any Celtic player, and scored six goals from defence.One of O'Neill's most trusted lieutenants, he's contracted until 2030 but reports have suggested a potential return to Spain, so just how important is he to Celtic?Sportsound: Reaction as Celtic kick-off their title defence with a narrow win over Dundee'He looked like old Kieran Tierney'Despite Kasper Hogh's 0.88expected goals (xG), it was actually Tierney who had the most shots on target for Celtic against Dundee - albeit only two.He created more chances than any of his teammates (four) and sent in eight crosses, the most of any Celtic player."He looked like old Kieran Tierney, he was bombing forward, getting in the box, had a couple shots on goal, doing all his defensive stuff, he was excellent," said chief sports writer Tom English.Excellent was the word to describe the left-back's cross to Nygren, and it was just what Celtic needed.In the first half, the reigning champions were pushed hard by a Dundee side that set out to be aggressive and frustrate the hosts, and that's just what they did.But the chances started to become more frequent, and soon it was the trusty left boot of Tierney that unlocked the door, allowing Nygren to head home from six yards out with a pinpoint cross.However, his impact on this Celtic team is nothing new.Only Falkirk's Calvin Miller, now at Hearts, registered more assists last season. At Celtic, only Daizen Maeda created more big chances - 14 to Tierney's 12.Defensively, he consistently shows up as one of the best defenders in the league for his contributions, his tackling, clearances, blocking shots.And for all the talk of managing his minutes, only three full-backs across the league played more than Tierney. That said, he played the full game on only 10 occasions in the league."Those players are the football club," manager Martin O'Neill said of Tierney and captain Callum McGregor. "They are the backbone of Celtic, and I'm delighted to have them."With last season's on-loan left-back Marcelo Sarrachi having returned to his parent club Boca Juniors, there's currently no other senior left-backs on Celtic's books."Of course [it's important to bring in cover for Tierney], that's something we're looking at," O'Neill told BBC Scotland."Kieran, with the best will in the world, will not get through every single game. Last year, he was recovering and didn't see some games out because he puts so much into it. We're looking that way."Spanish interest but Tierney 'going nowhere' - BrownIt was reported today that Osasuna have enquired about Tierney, although that same article suggested Celtic chiefs will knock back any offers for the 29-year-old.Given the lack of options in that position, and also Tierney's importance to the league champions, that is hardly a surprise."Kieran's going nowhere, he loves the football club," said his former captain Scott Brown on Sportsound. "You never know what can happen, but I love watching the wee man play, I love his passion. When there's a 50-50 he wins it, when a ball goes into the box he puts his head on it."It's the quality on the other side as well. You can see why he went down to Arsenal. Other teams will want that, and Celtic are lucky to have these three [Tierney, McGregor and James Forrest] for that long a period."Club captain McGregor is another who was impressed in the league opener, but there's also been whispers that he might be on the way out. Those rumours seem to have died down in recent weeks."Callum has retired from Scotland so he's had the time off, and he looks really fresh," said Brown. "He is the brains of this time, he's got the understanding and leadership."If any young kids are watching, watch Callum McGregor, watch Kieran Tierney, watch James Forrest. You're not at a football club like this for that long if you can't understand the other side of the game."

The 81st AAABA Tournament opened Monday, Aug. 3, with eight pool play games. Pool play takes place the first three days of the tournament.The top two teams from each pool advance to the knockout stage of the tournament, beginning, Thursday, Aug. 6.Ready to represent Somerset County athletes set to chase title in 81st AAABA TournamentMonday, Aug. 3Pool AButler 6, Martella's Pharmacy 5: Butler rallied to upset the Johnstown-2 representative.Windber alumnus Lucas Oleksa notched two hits for Martella's. Jack Messina also provided two hits.Altoona Cumming Motors 6, Brooklyn 3: Altoona doubled up Brooklyn in a tightly contested, back-and-forth battle.Pool BMaryland State 11, Columbus 6: Harry Middlebrooks drove in three runs to lead Maryland State to a triumph.New Orleans 14, New Brunswick 4 (8): Drew Bourgeois drove in five runs to propel the Boosters to a commanding win.Pool CMainline Pharmacy vs. New York, 7:30 p.m., Point StadiumCleveland 7, Youngstown 4: A trio of Cleveland players contributed two hits in an opening day win.Pool DBuffalo 21, Schenectady 3 (7): Ryan Vanderlip drove in three runs, while Matthew added two RBIs for Buffalo in a romp.Altoona Imler's Poultry 15, Zanesville 1 (7): Nick Kraft went 4-for-4 with four RBIs while Chase Palmer added three hits for Altoona in a rout.Adam Ripple is the Daily American sports editor. He can be reached at 814-444-5926. Follow him on X @ARipple_DAsport. Follow Daily American Sports on Facebook and @dailyamericanmedia on Instagram.This article originally appeared on The Daily American: Martella's Pharmacy falls in 81st AAABA Tournament opener

SummerSlam was fun.Now where do we go from here?Less than 24 hours after SummerSlam ended, WWE is back on the road with Monday Night Raw. Roman Reigns knocked off Seth Rollins. Tonight Reigns will be back to see what's next. Will his next challenger be Oba Femi, who disposed of Brock Lesnar this weekend?We'll soon find out.When is Monday Night Raw?Monday Night Raw airs every Monday.What time does Monday Night Raw start?Monday Night Raw will air live at 8 p.m. EST.What channel is Monday Night Raw on?Monday Night Raw streams exclusively on Netflix.Monday Night Raw location tonightMonday Night Raw will air live from Casey's Center in Des Moines, Iowa..Monday Night Raw cardRoman Reigns returns one night after defeating Seth Rollins.Big Cass is scheduled to debut, according to teasersLiv Morgan will celebrate her victoryMore fallout from what happened at SummerSlam.How long is Monday Night Raw?While Netflix has no set time, it typically ends around 10:30 p.m. EST.This article originally appeared on Asbury Park Press: When does Monday night Raw start? What time is monday night raw on tonight

The UNC football team's offensive struggles in 2025 quickly became apparent, scoring just 34 points in its first two games.North Carolina only scored over 40 points once last year, during a 41-6 blowout of FCS school Richmond. The Tar Heels dealt with inconsistent quarterback play from Gio Lopez, a constantly changing running back room despite stellar play from true freshman Demon June, plus a plethora of additional struggles.One of UNC's greatest 2025 offensive struggles came amongst tight ends, with Jake Johnson's 144 receiving yards topping the room.Belichick is much happier about his 2026 room, headlined by three offseason transfer portal additions."That room's been a total makeover," Belichick said according to 247Sports. "It's a lot of new players, a lot of talented players. "We had more production from those guys in the spring, than we had the entire year last year. It's a position CoachBobby Petrinoand I both crave.""I've always had good tight ends," Belichick continued. "It's a very important position for our offense. We weren't able to really get much production there last year. I hope that'll balance us out more this year. Certainly those guys are off to a good start. CoachCaleb Pickrellhas done a really good job with that group."North Carolina landed Ohio State tight end Jelani Thurman, Texas tight end Jordan Washington and Colorado State tight end Jaxxon Warren in the transfer portal, while retaining Shamar Easter from a season. Washington enjoyed the best 2025 amongst this new UNC tight end room, catching seven passes for 109 yards and a touchdown.Better Tar Heel teams in recent memory have strong tight ends, like former Pro Bowler Eric Ebron. Can North Carolina find some production amongst one of Belichick's favorite groups this fall?Follow us@TarHeelsWireon X and like our page onFacebookto follow ongoing coverage of North Carolina Tar Heels news, notes and opinionThis article originally appeared on Tar Heels Wire: Bill Belichick talks UNC's 2026 improvement in tight end room

The Detroit Tigers return for Casey Mize has reportedly been revealed.According to Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic, Detroit is sending Mize and infielder Gage Workman to the San Diego Padres in exchange for left-hander Kash Mayfield and left-hander Jackson Wolf.The move came together moments before the MLB trade deadline, giving the Tigers two pitching additions while San Diego lands a solid starter for its postseason push.Tigers Land Padres No. 2 ProspectMayfield is the clear centerpiece of the deal.The 21-year-old left-hander is ranked as the No. 2 prospect in the Padres organization in the attached 2026 MLB Pipeline rankings. He is listed at 6-foot-4 and 200 pounds and was pitching at the Single-A level.Adding one of San Diegos top prospects gives Detroit another high-upside arm for a system that has already undergone major changes following the trades of Mize and Tarik Skubal.Mayfields age and prospect status make him the long-term prize in the package.Jackson Wolf Adds More Left-Handed Pitching DepthDetroit is also receiving Wolf, a 27-year-old left-hander who has already appeared in the major leagues.The 6-foot-7 starter was selected by San Diego in the fourth round of the 2021 MLB Draft out of West Virginia. He has one career major-league appearance, allowing three earned runs over five innings.Wolf gives the Tigers an older, more experienced arm who could potentially provide depth closer to the major-league level.He is not the headline piece of the trade, but he offers Detroit another option as the organization begins rebuilding its rotation following two major deadline deals.Gage Workman Included With MizeThe Tigers are not sending Mize to San Diego alone.Workman is also included in the trade, giving the Padres an additional infield option as part of the final package.That detail raises the price Detroit paid to acquire Mayfield, though the Tigers clearly viewed the young left-hander as valuable enough to include another player in the deal.What the Trade Means for DetroitMize leaves Detroit in the middle of his best major-league season.The 29-year-old posted a 2.70 ERA, 0.992 WHIP and 85 strikeouts across 86 innings in 2026. He also earned the first All-Star selection of his career in 2025.With Mize scheduled to reach free agency after the season, the Tigers chose to convert his final months of team control into two left-handed pitchers.The decision gives Detroit another premium prospect, but it also removes a second major starter from a team that remained within reach of the postseason race.Bottom LineThe Tigers are reportedly receiving Kash Mayfield and Jackson Wolf from the Padres for Casey Mize and Gage Workman.Mayfield, San Diegos No. 2 prospect, is the centerpiece of the return. Wolf adds another left-handed starting option with major-league experience.Detroit has now traded both Mize and Skubal, dramatically reshaping its pitching future in a matter of days.The return is built around upside.Whether that upside becomes enough to justify losing an All-Star starter will take years to answer.

Larry Berg, a co-owner of Los Angeles FC, was chosen as the third commissioner in Major League Soccer history on Monday.Berg will succeed Don Garber on Jan. 1, 2027. Garber will complete a tenure of more than 27 years as commissioner and transition into the role of chairman in 2027, the league said in a release."I'm honored to lead Major League Soccer into its next era," Berg said in a statement. "Thanks to the vision and commitment of so many people, Major League Soccer has achieved tremendous success, but I believe our greatest opportunities are still ahead. "We have an extraordinary opportunity to strengthen the quality of our competition, develop more world-class players, deepen our connection with supporters, and continue elevating Major League Soccer's place in the global game. Together with our owners, clubs, players, partners, supporters, and league staff, I could not be more excited for what comes next."The league had assembled an MLS Succession Committee to facilitate the process of hiring Garber's replacement. The MLS Board of Governors met Monday in New York to vote on the successor to Garber, with the two reported finalists being Berg and former Fox executive David Nathanson."Larry Berg is the right leader for Major League Soccer's next chapter," Jimmy Haslam, a co-chair of the Succession Committee, said in a statement. "Throughout our process it became clear that Larry is uniquely qualified to lead MLS through one of the most significant periods in its history. His deep understanding of our league, lifelong connection to the game, global perspective, and proven leadership make him the right person to build on MLS' momentum and guide the league into its next era of growth."Berg will have to sell his stake in LAFC before transitioning into the commissioner role. Bennett Rosenthal the lead managing owner of LAFC who also served as a co-chair on the Succession Committee said in a statement that LAFC will "certainly miss his partnership and substantial contributions" to the club."Larry has always believed in the limitless potential of this league, and his passion for the game, strategic vision, integrity, and collaborative approach have helped shape LAFC into what it is today," Rosenthal said. "I look forward to seeing him bring that same passion and vision to all of Major League Soccer, and I couldn't be happier for him and for the league."Berg has held his ownership stake in LAFC since 2018, giving him inside knowledge of MLS operations. He comes from the world of finance, holding an MBA from Harvard Business School and 30 years of experience at Apollo Global Management.Garber, 68, has served as commissioner since August 1999. Only NHL commissioner Gary Bettman has served longer among the major U.S. leagues, assuming office in February 1993.Garber was under contract through the end of 2027, a key year for MLS as the league will align its calendar with the major international soccer leagues and adopt a summer-to-spring wraparound format beginning in summer 2027.This article originally appeared on The Detroit News: Larry Berg, LAFC co-owner, selected as next MLS commissioner

This article originally appeared on SteelersNOW.com.Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Pat Freiermuth helped save a young Steelers fan after a brawl broke out between two adult fans at St. Vincent College over the weekend.Freiermuth, who reached over the barricade and picked up the child who was caught in the brawl, is now receiving some much-deserved praise.Steelers quarterback Will Howard, who watched the events play out live, revealed Freiermuth has quickly become the star of training camp because of it. The unsung hero of the week, I think we called him, for just being aware and taking care of the kid, which was great, Howard said. Great situational awareness, we talk about it all the time, on and off the field.Freiermuth downplayed his actions, though, simply stating that he was in the right place at the right time.I just saw people tumbling down and fighting, Freiermuth said. I looked down at the kid and said, Ill sign it for you. He looked scared, so it was the least I could do.Click here to read more from SteelersNOW.com.Download the FREE WPXI News app for breaking news alerts.Follow Channel 11 News on Facebook and Twitter. | Watch WPXI NOW

Kevin Durant has been one of the league's most prolific scorers since entering the league with the Seattle SuperSonics back in 2007. Although he's known for his mid-range pull-up jumper, Durant has shot a healthy amount of 3-pointers during his career, converting on 39.2% of attempts.The current Houston Rockets forward was recently recognized for his 3-point shooting ability, as Durant was named among the highest-rated 3-point shooters in the newest edition of NBA 2K. In a top-10 list that came out Monday, the former Texas Longhorn was ranked in a tie for sixth with a 92 3PT rating. Durant was tied with Luka Doncic and Anthony Edwards, as Stephen Curry took home the top spot.This article originally appeared on Rockets Wire: NBA 2K ranks Rockets forward Kevin Durant among the best 3PT shooters

The MLB trade deadline had no shortage of fireworks this year, from two-time Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal landing with the Los Angeles Dodgers to the Boston Red Sox acquiring catcher Adley Rutschman. Teams took differing paths to fortify their rosters at the deadline. The Chicago Cubs loaded up on pitching, trading for Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Kevin Gausman and New York Mets righty Clay Holmes. The Philadelphia Phillies, meanwhile, found the reliable bat they've been missing in San Francisco Giantssecond baseman Luis Arraez.Skubal's trade remains the most league-altering of the deadline. The 2024 American League Triple Crown winner joins a loaded Dodgers rotation including Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Shohei Ohtani, Blake Snell and Tyler Glasnow. It sparked a massive salary cap debate on social media and strengthened the chances of a Dodgers World Series three-peat.With 6 p.m. ET in the rearview mirror and the dust settled, let's take a look at the winners and losers of the 2026 MLB trade deadline.2026 MLB trade deadline winners and losersWinnersTampa Bay Rays: The Rays are taking a chance on right-handed pitcher Freddy Peralta bouncing back to his All-Star form after a rocky stint with the New York Mets. They didn't lose a single top-10 organizational prospect in the process. Tampa also got a reliable hitter in catcher Liam Hicks, who was enjoying a career year with the Miami Marlins, without giving up any notable prospects. Low-risk, high-reward moves like those are the recipe for success.Chicago Cubs: Kevin Gausman and Clay Holmes make the Cubs' rotation a fearsome group, so we'll forgive the questionable Braxton Garrett move. Craig Counsell's team even got a bullpen boost in rightyRyan Zeferjahn, a 28-year-old righty with a 3.66 ERA and 1.20 WHIP this season.Boston Red Sox: The Boston Red Sox are all in. They acquired three-time All-Star catcher Adley Rutschman for a haul of prospects headlined by right-handed pitcher Anthony Eyanson, then sent struggling infielder Marcelo Mayer for a lefty reliever who's having a strong year in Erik Miller. Boston is well positioned to make a postseason run after a slow start this season.LosersDetroit Tigers: Losing Skubal is pretty much an automatic qualifier on the "Losers" end of this list. To make matters worse for Detroit, not a single top-20 MLB prospect is coming back its way. Outfielder Zyhir Hope and right-handed pitcher River Ryan better pan out for this to not be a nightmare deal for Tigers fans to return to. They reportedly continued their teardown by dealing another starter in Casey Mize to the San Diego Padres at the deadline buzzer.Milwaukee Brewers: The Brewers were in on Skubal and Peralta but ended up with ... St. Louis Cardinals right-handed pitcher Dusty May, who has a concerning injury history and isn't playing well this season. The move for starter-turned-reliever Antonio Senzatela is intriguing, but it's not enough to make this deadline feel like anything but a letdown for Milwaukee.Toronto Blue Jays: The Blue Jays didn't get any top-10 organizational prospects back for Gausman, then they dealt highly touted shortstop prospect Arjun Nimmala (and others) to the Los Angeles Angels for starter Jose Soriano. It's a push to win next season when they may not be ready yet. Toronto may regret to see the caliber of player Nimmala develops into.This article originally appeared on For The Win: MLB trade deadline: 6 winners and losers from wild day