35 mins. ago
IndyCar has unwrapped its highly anticipated next-generation race car, the Dallara IR-28, with the new car scheduled to make its racing debut at the start of the 2028 season.
The brand-new chassis and aero pack replaces the long-serving Dallara DW12 chassis that has been running around the series since 2012-it's basically vintage at this point.
The redesign focused on reducing weight, increasing driver safety, and fundamentally changing the aerodynamics to maximize wheel-to-wheel overtaking opportunities. IndyCar people openly say that the IR-28 is engineered to eclipse current lap times and actively smash long-standing track records-including Arie Luyendyk's legendary 236.9 mph qualifying average set at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in 1996.
Rather than chasing pure downforce at the expense of the chasing pack, the IR-28's aerodynamic furniture has been purpose-built from day one to optimize the vehicle's wake.
Key design and bodywork highlights include:
#dallara
The brand-new chassis and aero pack replaces the long-serving Dallara DW12 chassis that has been running around the series since 2012-it's basically vintage at this point.
The redesign focused on reducing weight, increasing driver safety, and fundamentally changing the aerodynamics to maximize wheel-to-wheel overtaking opportunities. IndyCar people openly say that the IR-28 is engineered to eclipse current lap times and actively smash long-standing track records-including Arie Luyendyk's legendary 236.9 mph qualifying average set at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway in 1996.
Rather than chasing pure downforce at the expense of the chasing pack, the IR-28's aerodynamic furniture has been purpose-built from day one to optimize the vehicle's wake.
Key design and bodywork highlights include:
#dallara
1 hr. ago
Corning Incorporated (NYSE:GLW) delivered rapid optical growth on July 28, then suffered a share-price decline of more than 20% after its guidance fell short of elevated expectations. Coherent Corp. (NYSE:COHR) also traded sharply lower. Coherent belongs in this story for a specific reason: the two companies monetize different components of the same AI data-center links.
Corning Incorporated (NYSE:GLW) supplies the passive layer, including optical fiber, cable and dense connector systems. Coherent supplies active devices and modules, including lasers, photodiodes and 800G and 1.6T transceivers that convert electrical signals into light and back again. As clusters add accelerators, network builders need both more fiber paths and faster optical endpoints. Corning's order pace can therefore provide a partial read-through on the volume and timing of deployments that create transceiver demand for Coherent Corp. (NYSE:COHR). It cannot establish Coherent's market share, pricing or margins.
Corning reported second-quarter core sales of $4.74 billion, up 17% year over year, and core earnings of $0.78 a share, up 30%. Optical Communications sales increased 32% to $2.07 billion. Within that segment, Enterprise Networks grew 65%, and the company said generative-AI product sales grew significantly faster.
The disappointment came from the next quarter. Corning projected $4.9 billion to $5.0 billion of third-quarter core sales, about 16% year-over-year growth but slightly below Wall Street's expectation, according to Reuters. Optical growth also eased from 36% in the first quarter to 32% in the second. Corning had gained roughly 64% in 2026 through the prior close, leaving little room for even modest deceleration.
Coherent's own latest quarter, ended March 31, argues against treating Corning's guidance as proof of weaker Coherent operations. Revenue rose 21% to $1.81 billion, GAAP gross margin reached 37.7%, and management cited exceptionally strong data-center and communications demand while expanding capacity. Its product roadmap includes 1.6T transceivers, lasers and photodiodes for AI networks. Different customer mixes, active-component content and manufacturing yields can make its results diverge from Corning's.
#corning #optical
Corning Incorporated (NYSE:GLW) supplies the passive layer, including optical fiber, cable and dense connector systems. Coherent supplies active devices and modules, including lasers, photodiodes and 800G and 1.6T transceivers that convert electrical signals into light and back again. As clusters add accelerators, network builders need both more fiber paths and faster optical endpoints. Corning's order pace can therefore provide a partial read-through on the volume and timing of deployments that create transceiver demand for Coherent Corp. (NYSE:COHR). It cannot establish Coherent's market share, pricing or margins.
Corning reported second-quarter core sales of $4.74 billion, up 17% year over year, and core earnings of $0.78 a share, up 30%. Optical Communications sales increased 32% to $2.07 billion. Within that segment, Enterprise Networks grew 65%, and the company said generative-AI product sales grew significantly faster.
The disappointment came from the next quarter. Corning projected $4.9 billion to $5.0 billion of third-quarter core sales, about 16% year-over-year growth but slightly below Wall Street's expectation, according to Reuters. Optical growth also eased from 36% in the first quarter to 32% in the second. Corning had gained roughly 64% in 2026 through the prior close, leaving little room for even modest deceleration.
Coherent's own latest quarter, ended March 31, argues against treating Corning's guidance as proof of weaker Coherent operations. Revenue rose 21% to $1.81 billion, GAAP gross margin reached 37.7%, and management cited exceptionally strong data-center and communications demand while expanding capacity. Its product roadmap includes 1.6T transceivers, lasers and photodiodes for AI networks. Different customer mixes, active-component content and manufacturing yields can make its results diverge from Corning's.
#corning #optical
2 hours ago
Packers edge rusher Micah Parsons is making good progress in his rehab from a torn ACL, but it continues to sound like he will not be ready to play at the start of the season.
While General Manager Brian Gutekunst told reporters that he's open to the possibility of Parsons coming off the active/physically unable to perform list before the end of training camp, it doesn't seem like that's going to happen.
"Yeah, I'd like to have enough flexibility to leave the door open. But that would be unlikely, just from a timing perspective," Gutekunst said in his Wednesday press conference. "We've invested a lot in him, so we want to make sure he's ready to go before we even think about putting him out there."
That being said, Parsons has made plenty of progress since suffering the injury in December.
"I may have mentioned it before, but he's a little bit of a genetic freak, so things come pretty easy to him," Gutekunst said. "Again, he's still, obviously, got a long ways to go. These are major injuries, so as you go through these things and how hard they have to work to get back, there's always going to be little setbacks here and there. But he's doing great right now."
#like
While General Manager Brian Gutekunst told reporters that he's open to the possibility of Parsons coming off the active/physically unable to perform list before the end of training camp, it doesn't seem like that's going to happen.
"Yeah, I'd like to have enough flexibility to leave the door open. But that would be unlikely, just from a timing perspective," Gutekunst said in his Wednesday press conference. "We've invested a lot in him, so we want to make sure he's ready to go before we even think about putting him out there."
That being said, Parsons has made plenty of progress since suffering the injury in December.
"I may have mentioned it before, but he's a little bit of a genetic freak, so things come pretty easy to him," Gutekunst said. "Again, he's still, obviously, got a long ways to go. These are major injuries, so as you go through these things and how hard they have to work to get back, there's always going to be little setbacks here and there. But he's doing great right now."
#like
2 hours ago
Tarik Skubal has won a pair of Cy Young Awards and dominated in the playoffs. Yet no start might be as anticipated as his outing Wednesday, July 29 at Comerica Park against the Baltimore Orioles.
It is possibly – perhaps likely – Skubal's final start as a Detroit Tiger, as the Aug. 3 MLB trade deadline draws closer and the Tigers remain mired in a thick American League playoff race.
And if Skubal keeps up his recent performance, he'll be all the more attractive to suitors - or tempting for the Tigers to hold onto him.
Skubal, who has 999 career strikeouts, has given up just one earned run in 14 ⅓ innings his past two starts, striking out 21 and walking two. Both games were Tigers wins and both answered any question he's still recovering from May elbow surgery.
The Tigers enter Wednesday's game five games out in the middling AL Central, and 3 ½ out of the AL wild card, though they need to pass five teams to get in playoff position. But they can catch the Orioles with a win in this rubber game, and Baltimore has its own pending free agent lefty, Trevor Rogers, who has dominated of late and could slide on the trade block if his club fades further.
#start #games
It is possibly – perhaps likely – Skubal's final start as a Detroit Tiger, as the Aug. 3 MLB trade deadline draws closer and the Tigers remain mired in a thick American League playoff race.
And if Skubal keeps up his recent performance, he'll be all the more attractive to suitors - or tempting for the Tigers to hold onto him.
Skubal, who has 999 career strikeouts, has given up just one earned run in 14 ⅓ innings his past two starts, striking out 21 and walking two. Both games were Tigers wins and both answered any question he's still recovering from May elbow surgery.
The Tigers enter Wednesday's game five games out in the middling AL Central, and 3 ½ out of the AL wild card, though they need to pass five teams to get in playoff position. But they can catch the Orioles with a win in this rubber game, and Baltimore has its own pending free agent lefty, Trevor Rogers, who has dominated of late and could slide on the trade block if his club fades further.
#start #games
2 hours ago
The Baltimore Ravens will take the field Wednesday morning for their first practice of the 2026 training camp, beginning a new era at the Under Armour Performance Center.
The opening session will provide the first extended look at head coach Jesse Minter's team and Declan Doyle's new offense. Lamar Jackson enters camp healthy and confident after an injury-plagued 2025 season, while Derrick Henry, Zay Flowers and Mark Andrews return as the offense's established playmakers.
Early focus will also center on first-round guard Vega Ioane and Baltimore's rebuilt interior offensive line. Ethan Pocic's late addition changes the competition at center, while John Simpson and Andrew Vorhees are among the candidates for significant roles at guard. Defensively, Trey Hendrickson will make his training camp debut with Baltimore. Nnamdi Madubuike will open camp on the active/PUP list after receiving medical clearance to resume football activities, creating early opportunities for the Ravens' other defensive linemen.
Rookies Zion Young, Ja'Kobi Lane, Elijah Sarratt and Ryan Eckley will also begin competing for roles on a roster built to return to the postseason. Follow along on the Ravens Wire liveblog that will be updated throughout the morning with photos, videos, observations and more.
This article originally appeared on Ravens Wire: Ravens training camp live updates: Sights and sounds from Day 1
#Ravens #first
The opening session will provide the first extended look at head coach Jesse Minter's team and Declan Doyle's new offense. Lamar Jackson enters camp healthy and confident after an injury-plagued 2025 season, while Derrick Henry, Zay Flowers and Mark Andrews return as the offense's established playmakers.
Early focus will also center on first-round guard Vega Ioane and Baltimore's rebuilt interior offensive line. Ethan Pocic's late addition changes the competition at center, while John Simpson and Andrew Vorhees are among the candidates for significant roles at guard. Defensively, Trey Hendrickson will make his training camp debut with Baltimore. Nnamdi Madubuike will open camp on the active/PUP list after receiving medical clearance to resume football activities, creating early opportunities for the Ravens' other defensive linemen.
Rookies Zion Young, Ja'Kobi Lane, Elijah Sarratt and Ryan Eckley will also begin competing for roles on a roster built to return to the postseason. Follow along on the Ravens Wire liveblog that will be updated throughout the morning with photos, videos, observations and more.
This article originally appeared on Ravens Wire: Ravens training camp live updates: Sights and sounds from Day 1
#Ravens #first
2 hours ago
CHICAGO (AP) — The nation's first women's professional baseball league in nearly 30 years is about to embark on its inaugural season in what marks a major milestone in the scattered history of the sport in the United States.
The Women's Pro Baseball League is also part of a timeline that goes back to the very beginning of the sport.
"Women have always been part of this game," said Kat Williams, the chief executive officer of the International Women's Baseball Center. "We've always played, we've always umpired, we've always coached. And in some of the earliest references in the 17th century, the earliest references to something like a game of baseball, it was women that were playing it."
Next up is the WPBL, which plays its first game Saturday. The league has four teams — New York, Boston, Los Angeles and San Francisco — for its first year, but the 15 regular-season games for each club and the playoffs will be held at Robin Roberts Stadium in Springfield, Illinois. The ballpark has a seating capacity of 5,200, and Springfield hosted one of the earliest paid women's games when the Blondes faced the Brunettes on Sept. 11, 1875.
Kelsie Whitmore, Mo'ne Davis and Ayami Sato are among the marquee names expected to play in the league's first season. Each team will have 15 active players for the seven-inning games.
#Baseball #we 've #games #springfield
The Women's Pro Baseball League is also part of a timeline that goes back to the very beginning of the sport.
"Women have always been part of this game," said Kat Williams, the chief executive officer of the International Women's Baseball Center. "We've always played, we've always umpired, we've always coached. And in some of the earliest references in the 17th century, the earliest references to something like a game of baseball, it was women that were playing it."
Next up is the WPBL, which plays its first game Saturday. The league has four teams — New York, Boston, Los Angeles and San Francisco — for its first year, but the 15 regular-season games for each club and the playoffs will be held at Robin Roberts Stadium in Springfield, Illinois. The ballpark has a seating capacity of 5,200, and Springfield hosted one of the earliest paid women's games when the Blondes faced the Brunettes on Sept. 11, 1875.
Kelsie Whitmore, Mo'ne Davis and Ayami Sato are among the marquee names expected to play in the league's first season. Each team will have 15 active players for the seven-inning games.
#Baseball #we 've #games #springfield
4 hours ago
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) — The Atlanta Falcons' quarterback competition will have to wait another day after coach Kevin Stefanski said Wednesday that Tua Tagovailoa sustained a minor injury, and he'll be back "sooner rather than later."
The Falcons are left with one active quarterback for 11-on-11s on the team's first day of training camp as Michael Penix Jr. continues to recover from an ACL tear and veteran Trevor Siemian was released Wednesday morning in a series of roster moves.
Penix will be available for 7-on-7s. Jack Strand, Atlanta's sole healthy signal-caller, will see most — if not all — snaps during 11-on-11s.
Stefanski described Tagovailoa's injury as a "flare-up" and said he doesn't anticipate a long absence from the former Dolphins quarterback. He said Tagovailoa will be present but not participating.
The first-year Falcons coach kept the details of Tagovailoa's injury secret, saying that one of the perks of training camp is not having to divulge every detail.
#wednesday #first
The Falcons are left with one active quarterback for 11-on-11s on the team's first day of training camp as Michael Penix Jr. continues to recover from an ACL tear and veteran Trevor Siemian was released Wednesday morning in a series of roster moves.
Penix will be available for 7-on-7s. Jack Strand, Atlanta's sole healthy signal-caller, will see most — if not all — snaps during 11-on-11s.
Stefanski described Tagovailoa's injury as a "flare-up" and said he doesn't anticipate a long absence from the former Dolphins quarterback. He said Tagovailoa will be present but not participating.
The first-year Falcons coach kept the details of Tagovailoa's injury secret, saying that one of the perks of training camp is not having to divulge every detail.
#wednesday #first
7 hours ago
Several celebrities have helped fans create unforgettable marriage proposals during live concerts
Stars, including Drew Barrymore and Zach Braff, have made video cameos for private proposals
Performers have expressed their gratitude for being invited to participate in the special moment
A marriage proposal often includes personal touches that reflect a couple's relationship — and for some fans, that means enlisting the help of a favorite celebrity.
Several pairs have opted for public proposals. Stars like Taylor Swift and Céline Dion have unexpectedly become witnesses to the special moment, while others, including Hugh Jackman and Tom Hanks, have played an active role in helping fans pop the question.
#several #drew
Stars, including Drew Barrymore and Zach Braff, have made video cameos for private proposals
Performers have expressed their gratitude for being invited to participate in the special moment
A marriage proposal often includes personal touches that reflect a couple's relationship — and for some fans, that means enlisting the help of a favorite celebrity.
Several pairs have opted for public proposals. Stars like Taylor Swift and Céline Dion have unexpectedly become witnesses to the special moment, while others, including Hugh Jackman and Tom Hanks, have played an active role in helping fans pop the question.
#several #drew
8 hours ago
Hailee Steinfeld is enjoying every moment of parenthood with her husband, Josh Allen. As their baby daughter Harper grows, the star is sharing fun updates with her fans. Motherhood brings new joys every single day. Steinfeld recently opened up about the special moments she cherishes most with her baby girl. From family outdoor time to daily routines, she is loving this sweet new chapter of her life as a mother.
In a recent update of her Beau Society newsletter, Hailee Steinfeld shared her favorite activity with baby Harper. As Harper gets bigger, Steinfeld is reportedly having a lot of fun putting her in adorable little outfits. Dressing up her growing baby girl has become a delightful highlight of her daily life.
The popstar revealed some of her top go-to clothing brands for Harper. She loves shopping at Baby Gap, Maisonette, and Janie and Jack. She also mentioned Hillhouse, where she recently bought a precious little bubble outfit for Harper. Steinfeld noted that the last item was a bit of a splurge, but it would make a great gift for any new parent.
Beyond fashion, Steinfeld loves spending simple, quality time outdoors with her family. She enjoys wearing comfortable shoes so she can throw them on, putter around the house, and walk through the grass with Harper. Being outside in nature with her daughter brings her happiness and peace.
Steinfeld and Josh Allen also make time to stay active and connected as parents. She shared her gratitude for playing a fun game of pickleball with her husband and friends. She explained that taking time to connect outside in nature filled her cup.
#steinfeld #josh #every #husband
In a recent update of her Beau Society newsletter, Hailee Steinfeld shared her favorite activity with baby Harper. As Harper gets bigger, Steinfeld is reportedly having a lot of fun putting her in adorable little outfits. Dressing up her growing baby girl has become a delightful highlight of her daily life.
The popstar revealed some of her top go-to clothing brands for Harper. She loves shopping at Baby Gap, Maisonette, and Janie and Jack. She also mentioned Hillhouse, where she recently bought a precious little bubble outfit for Harper. Steinfeld noted that the last item was a bit of a splurge, but it would make a great gift for any new parent.
Beyond fashion, Steinfeld loves spending simple, quality time outdoors with her family. She enjoys wearing comfortable shoes so she can throw them on, putter around the house, and walk through the grass with Harper. Being outside in nature with her daughter brings her happiness and peace.
Steinfeld and Josh Allen also make time to stay active and connected as parents. She shared her gratitude for playing a fun game of pickleball with her husband and friends. She explained that taking time to connect outside in nature filled her cup.
#steinfeld #josh #every #husband
10 hours ago
LOS ANGELES -- Close again but close doesn't count in the standings.
It was a back-and-forth affair for basically the entire game before the Liberty took a double-digit lead. The Sparks valiantly tried to make a comeback but fell short, 113-109.
It was definitely a frustrating game. The Sparks shot well at just over 60 percent. They set a franchise record in ***** ists at 35. They made 16 three-pointers. Six players scored in double figures. And they still came up short.
"I think we played well," Sparks coach Lynne Roberts said. "We had 30 points off of 18 turnovers, right? We were active, we were connected. Good offense beats good defense. There were some mistakes, obviously. We're not going to play perfect, neither did they. We made more field goals than them. We lost at the free throw line. It's hard to defend the shooter at the free throw line. So I'm proud of our team. Again, E said it, it's not moral victories but we can build on that. We had 35 ***** ists. That's a franchise record. We're playing the right way and you can go down the line. Rae (Burrell) was phenomenal attacking and a couple times she had a turnover, she got both of them back. That's winning basketball, right? We didn't get the reward of the win but I'm proud of the team."
How did they feel about their defense? Q by FlyByKnite pic.twitter.com/AwcuMNI00O
#right #close #double
It was a back-and-forth affair for basically the entire game before the Liberty took a double-digit lead. The Sparks valiantly tried to make a comeback but fell short, 113-109.
It was definitely a frustrating game. The Sparks shot well at just over 60 percent. They set a franchise record in ***** ists at 35. They made 16 three-pointers. Six players scored in double figures. And they still came up short.
"I think we played well," Sparks coach Lynne Roberts said. "We had 30 points off of 18 turnovers, right? We were active, we were connected. Good offense beats good defense. There were some mistakes, obviously. We're not going to play perfect, neither did they. We made more field goals than them. We lost at the free throw line. It's hard to defend the shooter at the free throw line. So I'm proud of our team. Again, E said it, it's not moral victories but we can build on that. We had 35 ***** ists. That's a franchise record. We're playing the right way and you can go down the line. Rae (Burrell) was phenomenal attacking and a couple times she had a turnover, she got both of them back. That's winning basketball, right? We didn't get the reward of the win but I'm proud of the team."
How did they feel about their defense? Q by FlyByKnite pic.twitter.com/AwcuMNI00O
#right #close #double
11 hours ago
The Washington Commanders begin training camp on Wednesday. But before the players hit the field, general manager Adam Peters and head coach Dan Quinn met with the media to preview camp and provide some updates.
Peters began the media session with a pair of injury updates from training camp. Last week, the Commanders placed cornerback Trey Amos, edge rusher Dorance Armstrong and defensive end Deatrich Wise Jr. on the Active/Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list to begin training camp.
Those moves weren't unexpected, considering all three players finished last season on injured reserve after suffering season-ending injuries.
You can add two more players to Washington's injury list to kick off camp: punter Tress Way and linebacker Kain Medrano. Fortunately, neither will be added to the PUP list.
"Tress Way and Kain Medrano are both dealing with injuries, so they won't be dressed up tomorrow," Peters said.
#tress #medrano
Peters began the media session with a pair of injury updates from training camp. Last week, the Commanders placed cornerback Trey Amos, edge rusher Dorance Armstrong and defensive end Deatrich Wise Jr. on the Active/Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list to begin training camp.
Those moves weren't unexpected, considering all three players finished last season on injured reserve after suffering season-ending injuries.
You can add two more players to Washington's injury list to kick off camp: punter Tress Way and linebacker Kain Medrano. Fortunately, neither will be added to the PUP list.
"Tress Way and Kain Medrano are both dealing with injuries, so they won't be dressed up tomorrow," Peters said.
#tress #medrano
11 hours ago
Dodgers trade rumors: Tarik Skubal, Clay Holmes among 6 top options for Los Angeles at 2026 deadline originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
The Dodgers have just about everything a team could need or want, but that doesn't mean they can't be active ahead of the trade deadline as they pursue a three-peat.
L.A. largely stayed put at last year's deadline, bringing in Brock Stewart and Alex Call but otherwise relying on their ultra-talented roster to get it done. With the best record in baseball in hand and key players set to return from injury, a similar approach is the most likely outcome.
With that being said, the Dodgers now have a glut of talented young outfielders in their system. Regardless of how the next couple of years shake out, there simply won't be enough room for all of them. Could the smart play be to stay aggressive and deal from that depth this summer?
Here are six players the Dodgers could target ahead of the trade deadline.
#sporting #here #ahead #players
The Dodgers have just about everything a team could need or want, but that doesn't mean they can't be active ahead of the trade deadline as they pursue a three-peat.
L.A. largely stayed put at last year's deadline, bringing in Brock Stewart and Alex Call but otherwise relying on their ultra-talented roster to get it done. With the best record in baseball in hand and key players set to return from injury, a similar approach is the most likely outcome.
With that being said, the Dodgers now have a glut of talented young outfielders in their system. Regardless of how the next couple of years shake out, there simply won't be enough room for all of them. Could the smart play be to stay aggressive and deal from that depth this summer?
Here are six players the Dodgers could target ahead of the trade deadline.
#sporting #here #ahead #players
12 hours ago
Aces make surprising NaLyssa Smith roster decision after DiJonai Carrington allegations originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
NaLyssa Smith was missing from the Las Vegas Aces' active roster for Tuesday night's game against the Portland Fire, but the team did not explain the surprising absence. Smith's omission came just days after Chicago Sky guard DiJonai Carrington publicly accused her former partner of infidelity during the 2025 WNBA season. However, Las Vegas has not said that its roster decision was connected to Carrington's allegations.
The Aces did not provide an injury designation, disciplinary explanation or any other details when announcing their available players for their first game following the WNBA All-Star break.
"Tonight's Active Roster," Las Vegas wrote alongside its roster graphic.
Smith's name was not included. The timing quickly drew attention because the 25-year-old forward had appeared in all 26 games for the Aces this season. She had been a consistent contributor for a Las Vegas team that entered Tuesday with an 18-8 record.
#sporting
NaLyssa Smith was missing from the Las Vegas Aces' active roster for Tuesday night's game against the Portland Fire, but the team did not explain the surprising absence. Smith's omission came just days after Chicago Sky guard DiJonai Carrington publicly accused her former partner of infidelity during the 2025 WNBA season. However, Las Vegas has not said that its roster decision was connected to Carrington's allegations.
The Aces did not provide an injury designation, disciplinary explanation or any other details when announcing their available players for their first game following the WNBA All-Star break.
"Tonight's Active Roster," Las Vegas wrote alongside its roster graphic.
Smith's name was not included. The timing quickly drew attention because the 25-year-old forward had appeared in all 26 games for the Aces this season. She had been a consistent contributor for a Las Vegas team that entered Tuesday with an 18-8 record.
#sporting
13 hours ago
Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green was confronted about LeBron James' decision to join the Philadelphia 76ers on national TV.
Green played an active role in trying to recruit LeBron to the Warriors, with the pair being seen together in recent weeks. However, the recruiting efforts failed as LeBron went to Philly.
With Golden State's public pursuit of James collapsing, Green became the ******* of a joke on TNT Sports' Dunkman World Championships broadcast.
Green was joined by NBA legend Dwight Howard and influencer Cash Nasty on a panel hosted by Adam Lefkoe. Cash, a huge LeBron fan, directly addressed James' refusal to go to the Warriors to Draymond, prompting the 36-year-old forward to respond.
"How is that my loss? It would've been nice, but it's no different than what it's always been."
#lebron #draymond #state #philadelphia
Green played an active role in trying to recruit LeBron to the Warriors, with the pair being seen together in recent weeks. However, the recruiting efforts failed as LeBron went to Philly.
With Golden State's public pursuit of James collapsing, Green became the ******* of a joke on TNT Sports' Dunkman World Championships broadcast.
Green was joined by NBA legend Dwight Howard and influencer Cash Nasty on a panel hosted by Adam Lefkoe. Cash, a huge LeBron fan, directly addressed James' refusal to go to the Warriors to Draymond, prompting the 36-year-old forward to respond.
"How is that my loss? It would've been nice, but it's no different than what it's always been."
#lebron #draymond #state #philadelphia
13 hours ago
It's official; training camp is here. The Washington Commanders will unofficially kick off preparations for the 2026 season on Wednesday, the first day of training camp. Rookies reported to Ashburn last Friday, while the rest of the team reported on Tuesday.
Before players hit the practice field on Wednesday, general manager Adam Peters and head coach Dan Quinn met with the media to preview camp and discuss other topics surrounding the team. Last week, the Commanders made some moves, placing cornerback Trey Amos, edge rusher Dorance Armstrong and defensive end Deatrich Wise Jr. on the Active/Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list.
Peters was asked about Amos, who suffered a fractured fibula in Week 10 last season.
"Yeah, I think with Trey, he's doing really well," Peters said. "I think the first thing I'll say is he's been outstanding in his rehab and really, you know, taken all the things that the medical team has asked him to do and done really well. With him, just had a little soft tissue soreness in the offseason, so we wanted to just take it slow. So, he's actually doing really well right now. Just had a report on him earlier. He should be back soon as well. Just wanted to be overly cautious there, but he's doing great. He'll be back pretty soon."
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#really #camp
Before players hit the practice field on Wednesday, general manager Adam Peters and head coach Dan Quinn met with the media to preview camp and discuss other topics surrounding the team. Last week, the Commanders made some moves, placing cornerback Trey Amos, edge rusher Dorance Armstrong and defensive end Deatrich Wise Jr. on the Active/Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list.
Peters was asked about Amos, who suffered a fractured fibula in Week 10 last season.
"Yeah, I think with Trey, he's doing really well," Peters said. "I think the first thing I'll say is he's been outstanding in his rehab and really, you know, taken all the things that the medical team has asked him to do and done really well. With him, just had a little soft tissue soreness in the offseason, so we wanted to just take it slow. So, he's actually doing really well right now. Just had a report on him earlier. He should be back soon as well. Just wanted to be overly cautious there, but he's doing great. He'll be back pretty soon."
https://t.co/K4ccYvBxaX
#really #camp
13 hours ago
Macerich Company (MAC), a retail REIT, is demonstrating strong technical momentum.
Shares are up nearly 50% over the past year.
A 2.59% dividend yield also sweetens things for potential Macerich investors.
Analyst sentiment is mixed with price targets ranging from $19 to $31.
Author's note: In times of financial uncertainty, real estate starts to look like an attractive edge. This last week, all three of my favorite real estate ETFs – Vanguard Real Estate ETF (VNQ), Cohen & Steers Real Estate ETF (ICF), and the S&P 500 Real Estate SPDR (XLRE) – all showed gains.
#vanguard
Shares are up nearly 50% over the past year.
A 2.59% dividend yield also sweetens things for potential Macerich investors.
Analyst sentiment is mixed with price targets ranging from $19 to $31.
Author's note: In times of financial uncertainty, real estate starts to look like an attractive edge. This last week, all three of my favorite real estate ETFs – Vanguard Real Estate ETF (VNQ), Cohen & Steers Real Estate ETF (ICF), and the S&P 500 Real Estate SPDR (XLRE) – all showed gains.
#vanguard
14 hours ago
Brandes Investment Partners, an ***** et management company, released its second-quarter 2026 investor letter for its "Brandes Small Cap Value Fund". A copy of the letter is available to download here. In Q2 2026, the Fund underperformed the Russell 2000 Index's 21.49% gain and the Russell 2000 Value Index's 17.19% rise. However, year-to-date, the fund (Class I Shares) increased by 23.17%, surpassing the 22.57% and 22.99% returns of the indexes, respectively. The second quarter's performance was mainly driven by holdings in the industrial sector, particularly aerospace and defense, as well as energy. Its underperformance was due to holdings and an underweight position in the information technology sector. The Firm remains optimistic about value stocks, citing their attractive valuations and strong free cash flow generation. In addition, please check the Strategy's top five holdings to know its best picks in 2026.
In its Q2 2026 investor letter, Brandes Small Cap Value Fund highlighted its new purchase, The Campbell's Company (NASDAQ:CPB). The Campbell's Company (NASDAQ:CPB) is a leading US-based packaged food company. On July 24, 2026, The Campbell's Company (NASDAQ:CPB) closed at $21.84 per share, reflecting a market capitalization of $6.51 billion. The Campbell's Company (NASDAQ:CPB) posted a one-month return of -5.08%, while its shares lost 32.26% over the past 52 weeks.
Brandes Small Cap Value Fund stated the following regarding The Campbell's Company (NASDAQ:CPB) in its Q2 2026 investor update:
"The Campbell's Company (NASDAQ:CPB) is a North America-focused, branded packaged food company operating primarily in two segments: Meals & Beverages and Snacks. Meals & Beverages includes Campbell's condensed and ready-to-serve soups, Chunky, Swanson broths, Pacific Foods, Prego, Rao's and V8. The Snacks segment includes Goldfish, Pepperidge Farm, Snyder's of Hanover, Lance, Late July, Kettle Brand and Cape Cod. The company holds number one or number two market positions in most of its categories, and its portfolio has evolved well beyond its legacy soup identity through such acquisitions as Snyder's-Lance and Sovos Brands.
While its core categories are mature, they remain relatively defensive, with below-average and broadly stable private-label penetration, strong brand recognition and exposure to at home eating occasions where convenience, value and perceived health remain relevant…" (Click here to read the full text)
#company #investor #letter
In its Q2 2026 investor letter, Brandes Small Cap Value Fund highlighted its new purchase, The Campbell's Company (NASDAQ:CPB). The Campbell's Company (NASDAQ:CPB) is a leading US-based packaged food company. On July 24, 2026, The Campbell's Company (NASDAQ:CPB) closed at $21.84 per share, reflecting a market capitalization of $6.51 billion. The Campbell's Company (NASDAQ:CPB) posted a one-month return of -5.08%, while its shares lost 32.26% over the past 52 weeks.
Brandes Small Cap Value Fund stated the following regarding The Campbell's Company (NASDAQ:CPB) in its Q2 2026 investor update:
"The Campbell's Company (NASDAQ:CPB) is a North America-focused, branded packaged food company operating primarily in two segments: Meals & Beverages and Snacks. Meals & Beverages includes Campbell's condensed and ready-to-serve soups, Chunky, Swanson broths, Pacific Foods, Prego, Rao's and V8. The Snacks segment includes Goldfish, Pepperidge Farm, Snyder's of Hanover, Lance, Late July, Kettle Brand and Cape Cod. The company holds number one or number two market positions in most of its categories, and its portfolio has evolved well beyond its legacy soup identity through such acquisitions as Snyder's-Lance and Sovos Brands.
While its core categories are mature, they remain relatively defensive, with below-average and broadly stable private-label penetration, strong brand recognition and exposure to at home eating occasions where convenience, value and perceived health remain relevant…" (Click here to read the full text)
#company #investor #letter
18 hours ago
WS Amati Global Innovation Fund, managed by a UK-based equity management firm from AMAti Global Investors, released its second quarter 2026 investor letter. A copy of the letter is available to download here. Financial market performance in the second quarter was dominated by geopolitical conflict and enthusiasm for AI. Significant investments across all elements of AI resulted in exceptional growth for related companies, ranging from chip producers to companies constructing data centres. The fund outperformed the MSCI ACWI benchmark due to its diversified exposure beyond headline AI firms, with semiconductor and equipment suppliers being major contributors. At the same time, software and IT services faced investor skepticism due to fears of automation despite long-term potential. The firm is confident in the innovation frontiers to capture long-term growth opportunities in automation, semiconductors, and advanced technologies. In addition, please check the Strategy's top five holdings to know its best picks in 2026.
In its Q2 2026 investor letter, WS Amati Global Innovation Fund highlighted Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADSK). Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADSK) is a software company that develops 3D design, engineering, and entertainment technology solutions. On July 24, 2026, Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADSK) closed at $209.75 per share, reflecting a market capitalization of $44.29 billion. Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADSK) posted a one-month return of 7.43%, while its shares lost 31.11% over the past 52 weeks.
WS Amati Global Innovation Fund stated the following regarding Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADSK) in its Q2 2026 investor update:
"Equity markets in their enthusiasm for the AI opportunity have written off many companies which we are confident have many years of demand growth ahead. Specialist software providers into often highly regulated industries will be extremely difficult to replicate and there is little incentive for users to do so. Companies such as PTC and Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADSK) are often foundational for the clients that use them, and they are embracing AI to improve their offering and the efficiency of their customers. The way their businesses are effectively being written off in the minds of investors creates a very attractive investment opportunity in our view, and our 3-5 year time horizon gives plenty of runway for a more balanced view to ******* ert itself."
Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADSK) is not on our list of 40 Most Popular Stocks Among Hedge Funds Heading Into 2026. According to our database, 67 hedge fund portfolios held Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADSK) at the end of the first quarter, compared to 81 in the previous quarter. While we acknowledge the potential of Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADSK) as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, se
In its Q2 2026 investor letter, WS Amati Global Innovation Fund highlighted Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADSK). Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADSK) is a software company that develops 3D design, engineering, and entertainment technology solutions. On July 24, 2026, Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADSK) closed at $209.75 per share, reflecting a market capitalization of $44.29 billion. Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADSK) posted a one-month return of 7.43%, while its shares lost 31.11% over the past 52 weeks.
WS Amati Global Innovation Fund stated the following regarding Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADSK) in its Q2 2026 investor update:
"Equity markets in their enthusiasm for the AI opportunity have written off many companies which we are confident have many years of demand growth ahead. Specialist software providers into often highly regulated industries will be extremely difficult to replicate and there is little incentive for users to do so. Companies such as PTC and Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADSK) are often foundational for the clients that use them, and they are embracing AI to improve their offering and the efficiency of their customers. The way their businesses are effectively being written off in the minds of investors creates a very attractive investment opportunity in our view, and our 3-5 year time horizon gives plenty of runway for a more balanced view to ******* ert itself."
Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADSK) is not on our list of 40 Most Popular Stocks Among Hedge Funds Heading Into 2026. According to our database, 67 hedge fund portfolios held Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADSK) at the end of the first quarter, compared to 81 in the previous quarter. While we acknowledge the potential of Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADSK) as an investment, we believe certain AI stocks offer greater upside potential and carry less downside risk. If you're looking for an extremely undervalued AI stock that also stands to benefit significantly from Trump-era tariffs and the onshoring trend, se
19 hours ago
Coming off a walkthrough on Monday, the New England Patriots turned the tempo and intensity up a notch on Tuesday. The two-hour session behind Gillette Stadium was the most competitive so far this training camp, and quite an eventful one.
To recap the action, please head over to the latest version of our Patriots training camp notebook. For who caught our eye, please keep reading.
WR Kayshon Boutte: Boutte continues to make big plays on a daily basis. On Tuesday, his biggest moment came when he caught a deep touchdown from Drake Maye during 11-on-11s. Lining up in his typical spot as an X-receiver, the fourth-year man was able to get a step on safety Kevin Byard on a go route and showed some tremendous ball tracking and concentration skills to complete the over-the-shoulder catch for a score of 40-plus yards.
It was not Boutte's only reception on the day. He also caught a throw from Maye over the middle during 7-on-7s and added pair of catches when backup Tommy DeVito targeted him on out routes. It was an active day for a player who, through four practices, has been New England's most impactful wide receiver.
QB Drake Maye: The Patriots' quarterback started a bit slowly and his connection with A.J. Brown remains a work in progress, but he overall had a good day — an encouraging development after struggling with accuracy during the last full-speed practice on Sunday. Maye got into a rhythm during 11-on-11s, finding Boutte on his long touchdowns and also connecting with Hunter Henry and Rhamondre Stevenson for long completions.
#maye #Patriots #boutte #please
To recap the action, please head over to the latest version of our Patriots training camp notebook. For who caught our eye, please keep reading.
WR Kayshon Boutte: Boutte continues to make big plays on a daily basis. On Tuesday, his biggest moment came when he caught a deep touchdown from Drake Maye during 11-on-11s. Lining up in his typical spot as an X-receiver, the fourth-year man was able to get a step on safety Kevin Byard on a go route and showed some tremendous ball tracking and concentration skills to complete the over-the-shoulder catch for a score of 40-plus yards.
It was not Boutte's only reception on the day. He also caught a throw from Maye over the middle during 7-on-7s and added pair of catches when backup Tommy DeVito targeted him on out routes. It was an active day for a player who, through four practices, has been New England's most impactful wide receiver.
QB Drake Maye: The Patriots' quarterback started a bit slowly and his connection with A.J. Brown remains a work in progress, but he overall had a good day — an encouraging development after struggling with accuracy during the last full-speed practice on Sunday. Maye got into a rhythm during 11-on-11s, finding Boutte on his long touchdowns and also connecting with Hunter Henry and Rhamondre Stevenson for long completions.
#maye #Patriots #boutte #please
20 hours ago
The Chicago Bears opened training camp today, and with everyone reporting to Halas Hall, they made two more roster moves by placing defensive end Montez Sweat on the Active/Non-Football Illness list and safety Elijah Hicks on the Active/Physically Unable to Perform list.
Sweat joins linebacker T.J. Edwards on the NFI list, and much like T.J., Sweat's stay isn't expected to be long. Earlier today, general manager Ryan Poles said Edwards injured his calf during offseason training and is expected back soon, calling it "nothing major." Sweat's illness is expected to keep him away for a few days.
Hicks reported some shin discomfort when reporting, so his start to camp will be delayed a bit. He joins nickelback Kyler Gordon, linebackers Keyshaun Elliott and Noah Sewell, offensive tackle Ozzy Trapilo, and defensive lineman Shemar Turner on the PUP list.
Poles said Gordon spent the entire offseason at Halas Hall to make sure he was ready, but there has been a "delay" in his recovery. This latest issue is with this calf, and there is no timetable to return.
#halas #hall #sweat #active
Sweat joins linebacker T.J. Edwards on the NFI list, and much like T.J., Sweat's stay isn't expected to be long. Earlier today, general manager Ryan Poles said Edwards injured his calf during offseason training and is expected back soon, calling it "nothing major." Sweat's illness is expected to keep him away for a few days.
Hicks reported some shin discomfort when reporting, so his start to camp will be delayed a bit. He joins nickelback Kyler Gordon, linebackers Keyshaun Elliott and Noah Sewell, offensive tackle Ozzy Trapilo, and defensive lineman Shemar Turner on the PUP list.
Poles said Gordon spent the entire offseason at Halas Hall to make sure he was ready, but there has been a "delay" in his recovery. This latest issue is with this calf, and there is no timetable to return.
#halas #hall #sweat #active
20 hours ago
The Detroit Lions, who will conduct their first training camp practice of the year Wednesday, placed offensive lineman Christian Mahogany on the active/Non-Football Injury (NFI) list Tuesday, and defensive back Christian Izien was placed on the active/Non-Football Illness (NFI) list.
These designations are similar to that of the active/Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list, which safeties Kerby Joseph (knee) and Brian Branch (Achilles), as well as tight end Tyler Conklin (undisclosed), were placed on Sunday. All five players cannot practice until being activated, but they can be activated at any time. The one difference is PUP has to do with football-related injuries. NFI is for injuries or illnesses that occurred away from the team.
Veterans reported to Allen Park on Tuesday.
It's not immediately known what exactly Mahogany and Izien are dealing with, though Lions coach Dan Campbell will likely share injury updates regarding those two, along with Joseph, Branch and Conklin, during his news conference Wednesday.
The Lions on Tuesday also released defensive tackle Jay Tufele, a veteran who was signed in April and figured to compete for opportunties as depth behind presumed starters Alim McNeill and Tyleik Williams.
#christian #mahogany
These designations are similar to that of the active/Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list, which safeties Kerby Joseph (knee) and Brian Branch (Achilles), as well as tight end Tyler Conklin (undisclosed), were placed on Sunday. All five players cannot practice until being activated, but they can be activated at any time. The one difference is PUP has to do with football-related injuries. NFI is for injuries or illnesses that occurred away from the team.
Veterans reported to Allen Park on Tuesday.
It's not immediately known what exactly Mahogany and Izien are dealing with, though Lions coach Dan Campbell will likely share injury updates regarding those two, along with Joseph, Branch and Conklin, during his news conference Wednesday.
The Lions on Tuesday also released defensive tackle Jay Tufele, a veteran who was signed in April and figured to compete for opportunties as depth behind presumed starters Alim McNeill and Tyleik Williams.
#christian #mahogany
20 hours ago
While it'll still be some time until Raynham's Brody ***** ila takes the mound for the Texas Rangers or any of its affiliates, you can already test the 6-foot-9 southpaw's skills against the MLB's best in the virtual realm.
The former Bishop Feehan ace, 2025-26 MaxPreps Male National Athlete of the Year and 2025-26 Gatorade Massachusetts Baseball Player of the Year, who was selected in the third round (89th overall) by the Rangers in the 2026 MLB Draft, is already a usable player in MLB The Show 26's Diamond Dynasty mode.
Bumila is one of 34 MLB prospects added to the game as part of its draft card series, which dropped on the game on July 11. The left-handed pitcher can be pulled in one of the 2026 MLB Draft virtual card packs in Diamond Dynasty mode, in which players can build teams by collecting player cards of active and former players to face off against other players' custom-built teams or the computer in a variety of game modes from full games to situations to tournaments and mini seasons.
The former University of Texas commit is joined by fellow Rangers draft pick and LHP Gio Rojas in the card series, who was introduced along ***** ila and second round pick Connor Comeau during a press conference on Tuesday, July 21.
Bumila comes in rated as a 96 overall. He has a maximum value of 99 in both velocity and break as well as a 90 in arm strength, 95 in durability and 78 in control.
#texas
The former Bishop Feehan ace, 2025-26 MaxPreps Male National Athlete of the Year and 2025-26 Gatorade Massachusetts Baseball Player of the Year, who was selected in the third round (89th overall) by the Rangers in the 2026 MLB Draft, is already a usable player in MLB The Show 26's Diamond Dynasty mode.
Bumila is one of 34 MLB prospects added to the game as part of its draft card series, which dropped on the game on July 11. The left-handed pitcher can be pulled in one of the 2026 MLB Draft virtual card packs in Diamond Dynasty mode, in which players can build teams by collecting player cards of active and former players to face off against other players' custom-built teams or the computer in a variety of game modes from full games to situations to tournaments and mini seasons.
The former University of Texas commit is joined by fellow Rangers draft pick and LHP Gio Rojas in the card series, who was introduced along ***** ila and second round pick Connor Comeau during a press conference on Tuesday, July 21.
Bumila comes in rated as a 96 overall. He has a maximum value of 99 in both velocity and break as well as a 90 in arm strength, 95 in durability and 78 in control.
#texas
21 hours ago
The Jets moved wide receiver Tim Patrick back to the active roster on Tuesday, the team announced. Defensive end Joseph Ossai, though, was added to the active/physically unable to perform list.
Patrick, whose injury was undisclosed, went on the list Saturday.
He signed with the Jets in May after appearing in 16 games for the Jaguars last season. He totaled 15 receptions for 187 yards and three touchdowns in 2025.
Ossai, whose injury is undisclosed, signed with the Jets on March 12. A third-round pick of the Bengals in 2021, he has totaled 116 total tackles, 44 quarterback hits and 14.5 sacks.
In 2025, Ossai played a career-high 616 defensive snaps and logged 71 special teams snaps.
#patrick #list #injury
Patrick, whose injury was undisclosed, went on the list Saturday.
He signed with the Jets in May after appearing in 16 games for the Jaguars last season. He totaled 15 receptions for 187 yards and three touchdowns in 2025.
Ossai, whose injury is undisclosed, signed with the Jets on March 12. A third-round pick of the Bengals in 2021, he has totaled 116 total tackles, 44 quarterback hits and 14.5 sacks.
In 2025, Ossai played a career-high 616 defensive snaps and logged 71 special teams snaps.
#patrick #list #injury
21 hours ago
NFL rosters constantly evolve as general managers juggle injuries, try to improve position groups and add depth.
Teams enter training camp with a maximum of 90 players, who try to prove they belong on the 53-man active roster for the regular season.
But there are other roster designations that fill the NFL's transactions wire daily. What do they all mean?
Players are put on the reserve/injured list — commonly referred to as IR — when they have a football-related injury and need to miss at least a few weeks. Players on IR don't count against the active roster, but their salaries count against the cap.
If a player is placed on this list before the regular season begins, he could miss the entire season unless they are designated to return during the roster cutdown to 53 players after training camp. Teams can designate up to two such players to return.
#teams #miss
Teams enter training camp with a maximum of 90 players, who try to prove they belong on the 53-man active roster for the regular season.
But there are other roster designations that fill the NFL's transactions wire daily. What do they all mean?
Players are put on the reserve/injured list — commonly referred to as IR — when they have a football-related injury and need to miss at least a few weeks. Players on IR don't count against the active roster, but their salaries count against the cap.
If a player is placed on this list before the regular season begins, he could miss the entire season unless they are designated to return during the roster cutdown to 53 players after training camp. Teams can designate up to two such players to return.
#teams #miss
22 hours ago
The Detroit Tigers made a significant roster change Tuesday, activating Javier Báez from the injured list and designating catcher Jake Rogers for ******* ignment.
Báez will immediately return to the lineup and start in center field, according to MLB.com's Jason Beck.
The move brings Báez back after a lengthy absence and ends Rogers' run on Detroit's active roster, at least for now.
Báez had been sidelined since late April before beginning a rehabilitation ******* ignment with Triple-A Toledo.
The 33-year-old was hitting .256 with two home runs, six RBIs and a .678 OPS in 78 at-bats before landing on the injured list. Detroit has increasingly used Báez as a center fielder, giving manager A.J. Hinch another athletic and versatile option in the outfield.
#detroit #injured #tigers #tuesday
Báez will immediately return to the lineup and start in center field, according to MLB.com's Jason Beck.
The move brings Báez back after a lengthy absence and ends Rogers' run on Detroit's active roster, at least for now.
Báez had been sidelined since late April before beginning a rehabilitation ******* ignment with Triple-A Toledo.
The 33-year-old was hitting .256 with two home runs, six RBIs and a .678 OPS in 78 at-bats before landing on the injured list. Detroit has increasingly used Báez as a center fielder, giving manager A.J. Hinch another athletic and versatile option in the outfield.
#detroit #injured #tigers #tuesday
22 hours ago
WESTFIELD – Colts general manager Chris Ballard admit to any concern that the team's new No. 1 wideout, Alec Pierce, could miss Week 1 after undergoing surgery in late-March on a nagging ankle injury. But six weeks away from the first practices of the regular season with Pierce starting training camp on the physically unable to perform list, Ballard wouldn't eliminate the possibility either.
"He's not active right now. He's on PUP and that's kinda a day-by-day thing," Ballard told reporters Tuesday. "I'm not gonna make a prediction one way or another. I learned a long time ago with another certain player (in reference to retired Colts QB Andrew Luck) that you don't make predictions.
"I'm not a doctor so we'll just play it by ear and see how it goes."
For now, Ballard said, the 26-year-old wideout is still "a week or two away."
"He's making great progress. He's worked at it, and I don't foresee it being a major issue," Ballard continued. "Of course, we'd like to have him right now but Pierce is working his ******* off, and he'll be ready to go when he's completely cleared."
#week
"He's not active right now. He's on PUP and that's kinda a day-by-day thing," Ballard told reporters Tuesday. "I'm not gonna make a prediction one way or another. I learned a long time ago with another certain player (in reference to retired Colts QB Andrew Luck) that you don't make predictions.
"I'm not a doctor so we'll just play it by ear and see how it goes."
For now, Ballard said, the 26-year-old wideout is still "a week or two away."
"He's making great progress. He's worked at it, and I don't foresee it being a major issue," Ballard continued. "Of course, we'd like to have him right now but Pierce is working his ******* off, and he'll be ready to go when he's completely cleared."
#week
22 hours ago
LSU is coming in hot for the 2026 college football season, with new head coach Lane Kiffin also beginning the season with a ton of hype. He comes with an extensive resume, as shown by his winning record at Ole Miss, as he has turned the program around. The question is, are they worth the hype?
During an episode of the Bussin' With The Boys podcast, Josh Pate discussed LSU and admitted that they are certainly a strong contender to win that national **** le. However, he also pointed out that there may still be a few concerns that remain to be addressed.
"They could be a nasty team. So, the only team worse than Alabama at rushing the ball in the SEC last year was LSU" he said. "But LSU went out and took proactive measures to fix that. You mentioned the offensive line acquisitions. If the offensive line is good for them, they should be good enough at tailback. They could be a nasty team this year." (1:34:02)
As for the major concerns, Pate noted that LSU has a very portal-heavy team. This could lead to some chemistry issues, as well as questions about how the team might perform in the long run.
"With any portal-heavy team, you're always going to ask: How does this talent mesh together? It feels like that's a little bit of an overused doubting point these days. It's going to work to some degree, I think," he said. "The follow-up question is: Is this the kind of team that needs a long runway to get up to speed? Because they don't really have it. They play three "losable" games in their first four weeks—because I count Clemson as a losable game."
#team #question #concerns
During an episode of the Bussin' With The Boys podcast, Josh Pate discussed LSU and admitted that they are certainly a strong contender to win that national **** le. However, he also pointed out that there may still be a few concerns that remain to be addressed.
"They could be a nasty team. So, the only team worse than Alabama at rushing the ball in the SEC last year was LSU" he said. "But LSU went out and took proactive measures to fix that. You mentioned the offensive line acquisitions. If the offensive line is good for them, they should be good enough at tailback. They could be a nasty team this year." (1:34:02)
As for the major concerns, Pate noted that LSU has a very portal-heavy team. This could lead to some chemistry issues, as well as questions about how the team might perform in the long run.
"With any portal-heavy team, you're always going to ask: How does this talent mesh together? It feels like that's a little bit of an overused doubting point these days. It's going to work to some degree, I think," he said. "The follow-up question is: Is this the kind of team that needs a long runway to get up to speed? Because they don't really have it. They play three "losable" games in their first four weeks—because I count Clemson as a losable game."
#team #question #concerns
23 hours ago
MercadoLibre (NASDAQ: MELI) stock has fallen by 31% from its previous peak as Wall Street focuses on near-term margin pressure and intensifying competition. Yet the business continues to expand rapidly in Latin America's e-commerce market, potentially setting the stage for market-beating returns in the next five years.
Its lower margins are not a result of competition, but rather of its higher near-term spending on infrastructure to support growth. This makes the stock a compelling buy for patient investors.
Missed Nvidia in 2009? This Rare Signal Is Flashing Again. In 2009, a "Double Down" signal flashed for a little-known chipmaker called Nvidia. For the first time in years, that same "Total Conviction" signal is flashing for a company 1/100th the size of Nvidia. Continue »
Similar to Amazon in the U.S., MercadoLibre has a structural advantage in Latin America's e-commerce market. It continues to invest in logistics infrastructure to build the most efficient delivery network in one of the world's fastest-growing e-commerce markets.
The growth it continues to report shows a huge opportunity ahead. The number of unique active buyers grew 26% year over year in the first quarter. Gross merchandise volume increased by 36%, with the number of items sold rising by 47%. It does face increasing competition from Asian e-commerce companies like Temu and Shopee, but these numbers show that MercadoLibre's investments to expand free shipping offers and other services are protecting its competitive position.
#Competition #continues #mercadolibre #Stock
Its lower margins are not a result of competition, but rather of its higher near-term spending on infrastructure to support growth. This makes the stock a compelling buy for patient investors.
Missed Nvidia in 2009? This Rare Signal Is Flashing Again. In 2009, a "Double Down" signal flashed for a little-known chipmaker called Nvidia. For the first time in years, that same "Total Conviction" signal is flashing for a company 1/100th the size of Nvidia. Continue »
Similar to Amazon in the U.S., MercadoLibre has a structural advantage in Latin America's e-commerce market. It continues to invest in logistics infrastructure to build the most efficient delivery network in one of the world's fastest-growing e-commerce markets.
The growth it continues to report shows a huge opportunity ahead. The number of unique active buyers grew 26% year over year in the first quarter. Gross merchandise volume increased by 36%, with the number of items sold rising by 47%. It does face increasing competition from Asian e-commerce companies like Temu and Shopee, but these numbers show that MercadoLibre's investments to expand free shipping offers and other services are protecting its competitive position.
#Competition #continues #mercadolibre #Stock
23 hours ago
President Trump's campaign for lower interest rates in the U.S. faces another setback this week at the meeting of the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC). Wall Street ***** ysts have generally come to the conclusion that the FOMC will hold rates steady, if not hike them—and Trump's own foreign policy is an underlying factor.
The FOMC, led by central bank chairman Kevin Warsh, will meet Tuesday and Wednesday of this week to discuss progress toward its targets of maximum employment and inflation at 2%.
It is the latter task that has caused the Fed some difficulty over the past few years. At the time of writing, inflation stands at 3.5%—a drop from May to June, but still elevated compared with the start of the year and the Fed's target.
Part of that reading has come from higher fuel prices, up 15.7% from a year ago. While pressure in this category is beginning to fade (down 4.9% May to June), prices remain elevated as a result of conflict in the Middle East, choking global oil supply as a result.
There is little sign of a resolution between Washington and Tehran in sight. While the two sides are not currently engaged in active military conflict, as they have been over the past fortnight, no official ceasefire has been announced. While the fragile pause of fire allows ***** e for diplomacy to proceed, neither side has indicated they will capitulate over control of the Strait of Hormuz—the key shipping lane in the movement of oil around the planet.
Trump's foreign policy is therefore standing in the way of Warsh's path to a cut—Wall Street ***** ysts highlighted at the start of the week.
Bank of America's base case is for a hold this month, wrote chief U.S. economist Aditya Bhave and his team: "With markets now pricing nearly 10 [basis points] of hikes in July, Chair Warsh faces a difficult choice. Not hiking could challenge the Fed's credibility on inflation. But raising rates would go against his framework of looking through supply shocks.
#bank
The FOMC, led by central bank chairman Kevin Warsh, will meet Tuesday and Wednesday of this week to discuss progress toward its targets of maximum employment and inflation at 2%.
It is the latter task that has caused the Fed some difficulty over the past few years. At the time of writing, inflation stands at 3.5%—a drop from May to June, but still elevated compared with the start of the year and the Fed's target.
Part of that reading has come from higher fuel prices, up 15.7% from a year ago. While pressure in this category is beginning to fade (down 4.9% May to June), prices remain elevated as a result of conflict in the Middle East, choking global oil supply as a result.
There is little sign of a resolution between Washington and Tehran in sight. While the two sides are not currently engaged in active military conflict, as they have been over the past fortnight, no official ceasefire has been announced. While the fragile pause of fire allows ***** e for diplomacy to proceed, neither side has indicated they will capitulate over control of the Strait of Hormuz—the key shipping lane in the movement of oil around the planet.
Trump's foreign policy is therefore standing in the way of Warsh's path to a cut—Wall Street ***** ysts highlighted at the start of the week.
Bank of America's base case is for a hold this month, wrote chief U.S. economist Aditya Bhave and his team: "With markets now pricing nearly 10 [basis points] of hikes in July, Chair Warsh faces a difficult choice. Not hiking could challenge the Fed's credibility on inflation. But raising rates would go against his framework of looking through supply shocks.
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23 hours ago
PORTLAND, Ore. (AP) — Part of a major interstate highway in Oregon was closed Monday due to a wildfire that forced a small town to evacuate, one of dozens of blazes burning across the state.
The Fox Fire forced the closure of Interstate 84 for some 70 miles (113 kilometers) between Baker City and Ontario near the Idaho state line before reopening later in the day, the Oregon Department of Transportation said. I-84 is a key thoroughfare, running from Portland in the west through the Columbia River Gorge and into eastern Oregon before crossing the Snake River eastward through Boise.
The transportation department said the wildfire remains active in the area and that intermittent closures were still possible.
Challenging wildfires have burned across the Western U.S. this summer, following months of dry weather, a record lack of snow in some areas, hot spells and erratic winds. Federal authorities announced Saturday that a fourth firefighter died of his injuries after he and several colleagues were overcome last month by a fast-moving wildfire near the Colorado-Utah border.
The Fox Fire was burning near the Oregon-Idaho state line about 12 miles (19 kilometers) northeast of the small town of Huntington, which was under a Level 3 "Go Now" evacuation order, meaning its roughly 500 residents have been told to leave immediately.
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The Fox Fire forced the closure of Interstate 84 for some 70 miles (113 kilometers) between Baker City and Ontario near the Idaho state line before reopening later in the day, the Oregon Department of Transportation said. I-84 is a key thoroughfare, running from Portland in the west through the Columbia River Gorge and into eastern Oregon before crossing the Snake River eastward through Boise.
The transportation department said the wildfire remains active in the area and that intermittent closures were still possible.
Challenging wildfires have burned across the Western U.S. this summer, following months of dry weather, a record lack of snow in some areas, hot spells and erratic winds. Federal authorities announced Saturday that a fourth firefighter died of his injuries after he and several colleagues were overcome last month by a fast-moving wildfire near the Colorado-Utah border.
The Fox Fire was burning near the Oregon-Idaho state line about 12 miles (19 kilometers) northeast of the small town of Huntington, which was under a Level 3 "Go Now" evacuation order, meaning its roughly 500 residents have been told to leave immediately.
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