Spike Lee’s Colin Kaepernick docuseries no longer coming to ESPN, citing ‘creative differences’
A much-publicized, multi-part documentary series for ESPN Films about former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick is no longer proceeding…
NASCAR considering moving All-Star Race to Dover: Sources
As NASCAR works to finalize its 2026 Cup Series schedule, a last-minute wrinkle has emerged: the increasing possibility…
MLB negotiating with Netflix, ESPN, NBC, Apple for possible broadcast packages: Sources
Major League Baseball executives are in negotiations that could result in new broadcast packages and relationships with Netflix,…
With a 12-game win streak, Brewers give their fans something else to cheer about — free burgers
It’s grilling season in Milwaukee. The hottest team in baseball now has the happiest fans, as the Milwaukee…
Major League Baseball needed this. Jen Pawol deserved it
By the time you read this, Jen Pawol — who became the first female umpire in Major League…
The ‘fifth Grand Slam’ in tennis and the Cincinnati Open’s bid for prestige
Welcome back to the Monday Tennis Briefing, where The Athletic will explain the stories behind the stories from the…
What Roman Anthony’s extension could mean for top prospects like Kevin McGonigle, Max Clark
Roman Anthony’s newly signed eight-year, $130 million extension with the Boston Red Sox is a reasonable step forward…
Are pro golfers getting angrier, or are we just always recording?
A recent major champion stands on the third tee at Riviera Country Club. It’s the second round of…
Speedway Classic, despite logistical issues, broke attendance mark that stood since ’54
The Speedway Classic between the Atlanta Braves and Cincinnati Reds sold more than 85,000 tickets, a record for…
Naomi Osaka and the tennis version of soccer’s ‘new manager bounce’
Welcome back to the Monday Tennis Briefing, where The Athletic will explain the stories behind the stories from the…
Candace Parker rips WNBA players’ efforts in All-Star Game after ‘Pay Us What You Owe Us’ shirts
WNBA legend Candace Parker wasn’t impressed with the players’ performances in this month’s All-Star Game after they wore…
ESPN parts ways with Shannon Sharpe following settlement of rape lawsuit: Sources
ESPN has cut ties with NFL Hall of Famer and media analyst Shannon Sharpe less than two weeks after…