Trades & Transactions: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Phillies recall right-hander for season debut

The Phillies announced today that they have recalled right-handed reliever David Robertson for his 2025 debut. In a corresponding move, fellow righty Alan Rangel was optioned to Triple-A.

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Texans sign one-time Super Bowl champ

The Texans have signed veteran defensive back Jalen Mills.

Texans get encouraging — and surprising — news regarding star defender injury

Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy checks all boxes in preseason start versus Texans

Who is to blame for issues between Aaron Rodgers, Steelers teammates?

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Chicago White Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 9

White Sox release pitcher Gus Varland

The White Sox have released right-hander Gus Varland, according to his transactions tracker at MLB.com. He was designated for assignment earlier this week when the Sox selected infielder Jacob Amaya.

Rashawn Slater News / Pro Football Rumors / August 9

Chargers to add offensive tackle depth after Rashawn Slater's injury

In the wake of Rashawn Slater‘s season-ending knee injury, the Chargers are taking the free agent route to add offensive tackle depth.

Chargers star's brutal injury shows why players should hold out with new contracts on line

Chargers HC discusses if Najee Harris will be ready for Week 1

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Ronnie Harrison News / Pro Football Rumors / August 9

Veteran safety Ronnie Harrison agrees to deal with NFC South team

Ronnie Harrison has lined up his next NFL opportunity.

Lions CB Morice Norris says he is 'all good' after scary injury

Colts QB Anthony Richardson already dealing with another setback

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Athletics News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 9

A's massive free-agent signing just keeps looking worse

Athletics' massive free-agent signing just keeps looking worse for both sides

The latest update adds another layer to what has been an unusual first season for the veteran’s Athletics tenure.

Jurickson Profar robs home run with Catch of the Year candidate

World Series-winning pitcher releases statement after deciding to retire

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Mike Muscala News / Hoops Rumors / August 9

Suns to hire former NBA big man as assistant coach

The Suns intend to hire former NBA forward/center Mike Muscala as an assistant coach, league sources tell Michael Scotto of HoopsHype (Twitter link). Muscala, 34, retired as a player last summer after 11 years in the NBA.

Joe Mazzulla News / Yardbarker / August 9

Celtics' latest move doubles down on continuity

While the 2025-26 campaign is expected to be a disappointing one for the Celtics, the future still looks bright.

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'He used to light me up': Jaylen Brown names surprising player as 'hardest to guard'

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NHL News / Pro Hockey Rumors / August 9

Stars add wing depth with latest signing

The Stars have added some depth on the wing as the team announced that they’ve signed Nathan Bastian to a one-year, one-way contract.

NBA News / Hoops Rumors / August 9

Spurs sign pair of free agents

The Spurs signed free agent big man Micah Potter earlier this week, according to RealGM’s log of official NBA transactions. While the terms were not disclosed, Potter likely signed a non-guaranteed training camp contract featuring Exhibit 9 language and perhaps Exhibit 10 language as well.

Jonathan Cannon News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 8

White Sox option struggling starter to Triple-A

His 17.7% strikeout rate and 1.69 home runs per nine innings are both concerning.

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San Francisco Giants News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 8

Giants calling up top prospect for MLB debut

As he has climbed the minor league ladder, he has continued to perform.

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Tampa Bay Rays News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 8

Rays designate pitcher for assignment to make room for Tristan Peters

The Rays announced that they have placed outfielder Jonny DeLuca on the 10-day injured list, retroactive to Aug. 7, with a left hamstring strain. They have selected fellow outfielder Tristan Peters to take his active roster spot.

Junior Caminero homers twice to lift Rays over Angels

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Luken Baker News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 8

Dodgers quickly designate veteran first baseman for assignment

He’d been claimed off waivers from the Cardinals just this past Monday.

Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani reaches yet another incredible milestone

Phillies' Kyle Schwarber slugging his way into NL MVP race

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Detroit Tigers News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 8

Luke Jackson designated for assignment after failing to impress in Detroit

The Tigers have recalled right-hander Codi Heuer from Triple-A Toledo, with fellow righty Luke Jackson designated for assignment. The moves haven’t been officially announced.

Twins offense erupts to book 9-4 win over division-leading Tigers

The 20 greatest MLB managers who never won a World Series

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Benjamin Sesko News / Yardbarker / August 8

Manchester United set to outmuscle rivals for star forward

Long viewed as one of Europe’s most exciting young forwards, he offers a blend of pace, aerial power and finishing ability that is believed to fit Ruben Amorim’s attacking blueprint.

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Genesis Cabrera News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 8

Veteran reliever gets DFA'd for third time this season

Veteran reliever gets designated for assignment for third time this season

He had brief stints with the Mets and Cubs earlier in the year.

Paul Skenes continues home dominance in Pirates' shutout

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Michael King News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 7

Padres set to activate key starter on Saturday

San Diego will activate him from the 60-day IL to go opposite Lucas Giolito in the second game of its weekend series against Boston.

Texas Tech Red Raiders News / Yardbarker / August 8

Texas Tech gets big recruiting win with 2027 five-star defender

Texas Tech head coach Joey McGuire is doing a great job of building the Red Raiders into a program that looks like it can compete for a long time in the new-look Big 12.

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JT Brubaker News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 7

Yankees release veteran righty after designating him for assignment

He has over five years of big league service time, meaning he could have rejected an outright assignment while keeping his $1.82M salary intact.

Villanova Wildcats News / Yardbarker / August 7

The Lakers could have another undrafted gem on their hands

In a summer dominated by LeBron James and Luka Doncic headlines, the Los Angeles Lakers may have quietly struck gold once again in the UDFA market.

Expectation for Austin Reaves’ long-term future is revealed

D’Angelo Russell seemingly takes swipe at Lakers

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San Francisco 49ers News / Larry Brown Sports / August 7

Infamous NFL cornerback gets released

An infamous NFL defender now finds himself back in the free-agent pool.

49ers GM John Lynch provides an update on Jauan Jennings

49ers’ Christian McCaffrey shares what makes Brock Purdy a 'special' QB

49ers' George Kittle jokes he considered retiring over new NFL ban

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Cavan Biggio News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 6

Angels sign son of Baseball Hall of Famer to minor league deal

He’s been assigned to Triple-A Salt Lake.

Angel Stadium experiences embarrassing issue after game

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Boston Red Sox News / Just Baseball / August 6

Red Sox To Extend Rookie Star Roman Anthony

It wasn’t long ago that Roman Anthony was Just Baseball’s no. 1 overall prospect. Now, he’s thriving for the Red Sox at the big league level. The 21-year-old took a little time to find his footing in June, but over the past six weeks, he’s blossomed into one of the best hitters in the league.

New York Yankees News / Larry Brown Sports / August 5

Yankees already demote one of their trade-deadline acquisitions

The New York Yankees were aggressive in making moves ahead of the MLB trade deadline last Thursday, but they have already demoted one of the players that they acquired.

Yankees share significant update on Aaron Judge

Yankees implosion should be final straw for Devin Williams as closer

Yankee infielder's surprising surge gives team hope

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