
Mercury Struggle Defensively in 98–90 Loss as Alyssa Thomas Sounds Alarm
The Phoenix Mercury’s defensive issues continued in a 98–90 loss to the Toronto Tempo, prompting Alyssa Thomas to question the team’s early-season identity.

The Phoenix Mercury’s defensive issues continued in a 98–90 loss to the Toronto Tempo, prompting Alyssa Thomas to question the team’s early-season identity.

After a back injury delayed his Opening Day start, Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Merrill Kelly is optimistic about returning to the rotation later in the 2026 season.

Right-hander Merrill Kelly is showing positive signs in his recovery from a back injury and could rejoin the Arizona Diamondbacks’ rotation early in the 2026 season.

The Arizona Diamondbacks have named Merrill Kelly as their Opening Day starter for 2026, signaling a shift in the team’s rotation hierarchy and setting the tone for the season.

Nearly two decades after Lionel Messi held a six-month-old Lamine Yamal during a charity event, the two stars are set to meet in the 2026 FIFA World Cup final.

FOX analyst Alexi Lalas believes Kylian Mbappé currently holds a slight edge over Lionel Messi in the race for the 2026 FIFA World Cup Golden Ball.