The Cincinnati Reds beat the Los Angeles Angels 4-1 on August 18, 2025, behind Gavin Lux's two-run homer and a rare three leadoff triples. Brady Singer picked up the win, Scott Barlow notched his first save, and the Reds moved closer to a playoff spot, stretching their win streak over the Angels to nine games.
The Cincinnati Reds made bold roster changes ahead of their series finale against the Milwaukee Brewers, recalling Will Benson and Connor Phillips, while sending Joe La Sorsa to Triple-A and designating Jake Fraley. As they aimed to snap a long losing streak to Milwaukee, the team sat 1.5 games from an NL Wild Card spot.
Akshay Bhatia fired a career-best 62 to lead the FedEx St. Jude Championship, the first round of the PGA Tour FedEx Cup Playoffs. His hot finish and mental approach put him on top, trailed by Tommy Fleetwood and with Scottie Scheffler further behind. The first playoff event decides who stays in the race.
Jannik Sinner, fresh off his Wimbledon win and back on court at the Cincinnati Open, said his elbow has fully healed but he might keep wearing his now-famous sleeve for comfort and performance reasons, not just protection.
Victoria Mboko, just 18 and already shaking up the tennis scene, has charged into the National Bank Open semifinals. She began the season ranked far outside the top 300 but has rapidly risen with a stellar 33-3 record, multiple international ITF titles, and strong Grand Slam showings. Canadian fans are rallying behind this new sensation as she moves towards a spot in tennis history.
The Phoenix Mercury targeted frontcourt depth in the 2023 WNBA Draft, picking Destiny Harden and Kadi Sissoko in the third round. Harden didn't make the season roster, while Sissoko played every game before being waived the next year. Mercury's approach shifted to selecting guards in the 2024 draft, continuing their search for the right roster mix.
Orlando City SC snapped up Spanish defender Adrián Marín from Portugal’s Braga on a deal through 2026, with an option for 2027, pending visa approval. The seasoned left-back is expected to provide stability for the Lions’ back line as they push forward in their current campaign.
Tigres UANL and LAFC square off on August 5 in a high-stakes 2025 Leagues Cup Phase One battle at BMO Stadium, fighting for a quarterfinal spot. Streaming is on Apple TV+ and MLS Season Pass, with top teams aiming for Concacaf Champions Cup berths.
Seattle Mariners brought back Eugenio Suárez in a major trade with Arizona, aiming to boost their lineup for a deep playoff run. The 34-year-old slugger’s power numbers and leadership set the tone, while the Mariners let go of three ranked prospects to make it happen. Suárez headlines Seattle's urgent deadline strategy.
The 2024 WNBA playoffs launch on September 22 with eight teams, including the top-seeded New York Liberty and defending champs Las Vegas Aces. Experts predict a fierce showdown, highlighting the potential for a historic Aces three-peat or the Liberty's first title. Upsets, standout rookies, and high-stakes rematches define this year's hunt for the crown.