Trades & Transactions: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Liverpool lands England international in cut-price deal

He could become a bedrock of Liverpool's defense for the next half-decade or more, and this is arguably one of the best transfer moves of the summer.

Record fee agreed to as Alexander Isak saga reaches conclusion

Manchester United finally lands new goalkeeper

Former Manchester United defender signs with Aston Villa

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Giants select right-hander

With rosters expanding from 26 to 28 today, Alex Pavlovic of NBC Sports Bay Area reports that the Giants are recalling outfielder Grant McCray and selecting right-hander JT Brubaker.

Seattle Mariners News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 1

Mariners promote top catching prospect

In his first 97 games and 458 plate appearances at the Triple-A level, he has turned in a terrific .283/.408/.460 batting line (125 wRC+).

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Soccer News / Yardbarker / September 1

Former Manchester United defender signs with Aston Villa

With the transfer window winding down, Aston Villa has moved to add some experience to its defense.

Manchester United finally lands new goalkeeper

Record fee agreed to as Alexander Isak saga reaches conclusion

Seattle thrashes Inter Miami to win 2025 Leagues Cup

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Jaylen Warren News / Pro Football Rumors / September 1

Steelers extend RB Jaylen Warren

Retained on an RFA tender this spring, Jaylen Warren has received a new commitment from the Steelers. The fourth-year running back received an extension on Monday, per an announcement from his agency.

Mike Pennel News / Pro Football Rumors / September 1

Bengals sign DT Mike Pennel

Mike Pennel has a deal lined up in time for Week 1 shortly after becoming a free agent. The veteran defensive tackle is set to join the Bengals, ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler reports.

Cleveland Guardians News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 1

Guardians select former top prospect

Active rosters expand from 26 to 28 today. Zack Meisel of The Athletic reports that the Guardians are calling up outfielders George Valera and Jhonkensy Noel as well as right-hander Zak Kent.

Chicago White Sox News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 1

White Sox to select Mike Clevinger

The White Sox are going to select right-hander Mike Clevinger, per reporting from Jim Margalus and James Fegan of Sox Machine. Active rosters expand from 26 to 28 today, so it appears Clevinger will take one of the two new openings.

Dallas Mavericks News / Hoops Rumors / September 1

Mavericks re-sign former first-round pick

September 1: Nearly two months after his deal was first reported, Exum has re-signed with Dallas, per NBA.com’s official transactions log. As we detailed in a separate story, the Mavs opened up cap space and a roster spot by waiving and stretching Prosper.

Chicago Cubs News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 31

Cubs to call up top prospect, option Owen Caissie

The Cubs will replace one outfield prospect with another on Monday, as ESPN’s Jesse Rogers reports that Kevin Alcantara will be called up from Triple-A Iowa and Owen Caissie is being sent back to Triple-A.

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Milwaukee Bucks News / Yardbarker / September 1

Unheralded signing could be secret weapon for Bucks

Normally, signing a 33-year-old with a 2.4 career scoring average isn't very newsworthy. But it's different when that player's brother is a two-time NBA MVP.

Greece, Poland advance to EuroBasket Round of 16

Luka Doncic racks up milestones in Slovenia's first win

Jeremy Lin announces retirement after 15-year run

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Kansas City Royals News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 31

Royals to promote top prospect

With rosters expanding to 28 players on Monday, the Royals have already announced the moves they “anticipate” making, as per the club’s wording.

Bobby Witt Jr.'s homer lifts Royals past Tigers

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Luis Urias News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 31

Brewers sign veteran infielder to minor league contract

The Brewers have signed infielder Luis Urias to a minor league deal.

Athletics' Nick Kurtz undergoes MRI, avoids serious injury

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Blue Jays' strong hitting downs Brewers

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Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 31

Astros to activate righty from 60-day IL after long absence

His last big league game was on May 1, 2023, as a Tommy John surgery ensured that he would be out of action until the latter part of the 2024 season at the absolute earliest.

Angels call out Astros’ field conditions after Taylor Ward injury

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NFL News / Yardbarker / September 1

Cowboys QB Prescott reacts to blockbuster Parsons trade

Cowboys QB Dak Prescott reacts to blockbuster Micah Parsons trade

The Dallas Cowboys trading EDGE Micah Parsons to the Green Bay Packers on Thursday shocked many throughout the NFL, but not quarterback Dak Prescott.

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Cincinnati Reds News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 31

Reds to promote top infield prospect for MLB debut

He was the 32nd overall pick of the 2022 MLB Draft, and he’ll be making his big league debut whenever he first appears in a game.

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Walker Buehler News / Yardbarker / August 31

Phillies to sign two-time All-Star pitcher

Walker Buehler has put together a great resume across an eight-year career in Major League Baseball. He was an All-Star in 2019 and 2021 and played a key role in the Los Angeles Dodgers' run to World Series wins in 2020 and 2024.

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Carey Price News / Pro Hockey Rumors / September 1

Canadiens make decision on Carey Price's contract

Despite not having played since the 2021-22 season, goaltender Carey Price and his contract continue to weigh down the Canadiens' salary cap flexibility.

Bruins' Elias Lindholm is ready to bounce back next season

Sabres face a difficult decision with young forward Isak Rosen

Jets defenseman Josh Morrissey is fully recovered from knee injury

Wild could reach record-breaking deal on a Kirill Kaprizov extension

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Cleveland Guardians News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 31

Administrative leave for two Guardians pitchers extended

Administrative leave for Guardians pitchers extended 'until further notice'

The Guardians announced on Sunday that MLB and the MLB Players’ Association have jointly agreed to extend non-disciplinary administrative leave for hurlers Emmanuel Clase and Luis Ortiz “until further notice.”

Yankees' Aaron Judge reaches another huge milestone against White Sox

Dodgers' Will Smith nearing MLB record after latest walk-off HR

Angels call out Astros’ field conditions after injury to Taylor Ward

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Carlos Santana News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 31

Cubs to sign recently released veteran 1B

Veteran first baseman Carlos Santana is signing with the Cubs.

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Aroldis Chapman News / Yardbarker / August 31

Red Sox reportedly make big decision about 2026 roster

At the age of 37, Aroldis Chapman has proven he can still be a very effective weapon in the game's late innings. The Boston Red Sox reportedly are ready to invest in that continuing in the future as well.

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Red Sox release disappointing veteran

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Nationals' All-Star starting pitcher lands on 15-day injured list

Tigers shut down righty reliever due to elbow soreness

Another NPB star is set to be posted for MLB teams this offseason