Sports news summaries — Page 89
Essential facts and source links for recent sports stories.
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Greg Bedard criticizes Patriots over Mack Hollins’ revised bonus terms
Patriots receiver Mack Hollins agreed before the 2026 season to raise his bonus thresholds from 30, 40 and 50 catches to 47, 50 and 55, freeing $600,000 in cap space. Analyst Greg Bedard said the team “should be embarrassed” by its handling of him. -
Wirtz rested as Klopp begins Germany tenure against Netherlands
Jürgen Klopp makes his debut as Germany manager against the Netherlands in Thursday’s Nations League opener in Amsterdam. Florian Wirtz is rested; Brajan Gruda withdrew with an abdominal issue, while Leon Goretzka and Angelo Stiller are unavailable. -
Injuries shape Wales’ projected XI for Portugal Nations League opener
Wales are expected to start their Nations League opener against Portugal with Danny Ward in goal and Brennan Johnson up front despite a lengthy injury list. Kick-off is 7:45 p.m. BST Thursday; UK viewers can watch on BBC Two or BBC One Wales. -
Eala’s federation says she’ll play Asian Games regardless of WTA’s China Open ruling
Eala’s federation says she will play the Asian Games regardless of the WTA’s decision on her camp’s request to skip the China Open. Steve Johnson opposed a fine; John Isner urged the WTA to waive the fine and zero-point penalty for missing it without a medical reason. -
Minnesota hosts Indiana Thursday in final regular-season meeting
Minnesota hosts Indiana at Target Center in Minneapolis on Thursday, Sept. 24, at 8 p.m. ET for their final regular-season meeting before the playoffs begin Sunday. The game airs nationally on USA Network and streams on DIRECTV; the Lynx have already clinched the No. 1 seed. -
Mavericks open training camp without center Dereck Lively II
The Dallas Mavericks will open training camp without center Dereck Lively II, who has not been cleared while recovering from recurring right-foot problems. He has had no setbacks and is gradually ramping up toward basketball activity, ESPN’s Tim MacMahon reports. -
Adesanya says UFC should have given Michael Page another fight
Israel Adesanya says the UFC should have offered Michael Page another fight after his contract expired, though he understands why it did not renew the middleweight. Page finished his UFC run 5-1; Adesanya says he needed more time to recapture his Bellator form. -
Deshaun Watson says he wants to pursue an NFL starting role after this season
Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson said he plans to continue his NFL career after this season and hopes to be a starter, saying he has “a lot of football left.” He spoke after helping Cleveland rally for its first win of the year against Tampa Bay in Week 2. -
After Ohtani's return, Dodgers weigh rule that could put Josue De Paula on playoff roster
The Dodgers activated Shohei Ohtani on Wednesday and sent top prospect Josue De Paula to Triple-A. De Paula can be recalled in 10 days, around the playoff opener, but normal rules bar him from the postseason roster; an injured-list exception could make him eligible. -
Padres beat Dodgers 5-1 as Ohtani returns from injured list
Shohei Ohtani went 1 for 4 with a walk after returning from the 15-day injured list, but the Dodgers lost 5-1 to the Padres and missed a chance to clinch a first-round bye. He struck out in the fourth with two outs and the bases loaded after a review overturned a ball call. -
Louis Saha says Man United erred by passing on Harry Kane in 2023
Former Manchester United striker Louis Saha says the club made a major mistake by not signing Harry Kane in 2023, calling the £100 million Bayern Munich paid for him a bargain and arguing Kane could have helped United win more trophies. -
Arizona’s 5-3 win over Colorado leaves postseason hopes alive
Arizona beat Colorado 5-3 in Denver, scoring four runs in the first and adding Tim Tawa’s solo homer. The win kept the Diamondbacks’ postseason hopes alive, but San Diego’s victory over the Dodgers left Arizona’s elimination number at two. -
Insider says Pistons may consider a Jalen Duren sign-and-trade
With the season approaching and no deal agreed, Detroit has raised its offers to Jalen Duren, who wants a contract near the maximum. NBA insider Brett Siegel says the Pistons may consider a sign-and-trade; the Kings are reportedly interested. -
Reijnders says City role and Al Qadsiah offer shaped his departure
Tijjani Reijnders says he left Manchester City after expecting Enzo Maresca to use him as an attacking midfielder again; he wanted a midfield role instead. He joined Saudi club Al Qadsiah and said its financial offer could secure his family’s future. -
Flagrant foul on Angel Reese will cost Sabrina Ionescu $500
Sabrina Ionescu will be fined $500 and receive one disciplinary point for a flagrant 1 foul after elbowing Angel Reese in the face. Reese left the Liberty-Dream finale but was cleared to play; Atlanta coach Karl Smesko said the team held her out for the second half. -
Padres’ 5-1 win ends Dodgers’ 11-game home streak as Machado drives in three
Manny Machado hit a two-run homer and drove in three runs as San Diego beat Los Angeles 5-1 Wednesday, snapping the Dodgers’ 11-game home winning streak. Yoshinobu Yamamoto gave up four runs, two earned, in six innings; LA scored once. -
Gordon urges England to use their strengths instead of copying Spain
Anthony Gordon says England should build on their own strengths rather than imitate Spain’s possession-based style, arguing that controlling games is not in the team’s “DNA.” He made the case before England face world champions Spain on Saturday. -
Bayern Munich reportedly among contenders for Forest’s Gibbs-White
Nottingham Forest is reportedly expecting offers for captain Morgan Gibbs-White next summer, with talkSPORT naming Bayern Munich among the leading contenders. Manchester United have also pursued him as a possible long-term successor to Bruno Fernandes. -
After Arlington return, Marcus Semien says he misses Rangers’ 2023 title team
Marcus Semien returned to Arlington with the Mets Tuesday, his first visit since Texas traded him, and said he misses the Rangers’ 2023 championship team. He said bringing the franchise its first World Series title meant a lot; Texas honored him with a tribute video. -
Giants may discuss Jimmy Garoppolo after Jaxson Dart’s season-ending absence
A hit by Rams players Byron Young and Josaiah Stewart sidelined Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart for the 2026 season. NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo expects the Giants to discuss free agent Jimmy Garoppolo for veteran depth; Los Angeles had wanted him back. -
Sunderland tie Enzo Le Fée to a new deal through 2031
Enzo Le Fée has signed a new five-year Sunderland deal through 2031. A ranking of his Sunderland highlights names his September 16 penalty against AZ Alkmaar its top pick; the article says it brought the club its first European goal and win in over 50 years. -
Barcelona hope Frenkie de Jong can resume full training next month
Frenkie de Jong has not played for Barcelona this season because of a knee injury, but is now working with the ball. Marca and Sport say the club hopes he can resume full training next month. He will be reassessed after the international break, with a return date still unann.
