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ESPN Jackson Merrill debuts Star Wars-themed lightsaber bat for MLB Players' Weekend

The Padres' rookie center fielder's new bat features a lightsaber-inspired handle and a glow-in-the-dark barrel.

ESPN How one potential rule could change MLB starting pitching forever

Could a six-inning minimum make starters stars again and inject offense into the game?

ESPN Liberty-Aces, Clark-Reese and more WNBA matchups with playoff implications

They're fighting for top seeding, or just the opportunity to be in the postseason -- these are the high-stakes team matchups in the second half of the season.

ESPN WNBA resumes, so do the dominant Breanna Stewart and the Liberty

The gold medal winning Team USA members showed no jet lag in their return to action in the WNBA.

ESPN A long road to a meteoric rise: A 13-hour, Mountain Dew-fueled drive and Dan Lanning's path to stardom

Why Oregon is everything Dan Lanning could have ever wanted.

ESPN Creative bats, organization shout-outs and more best moments of the 2024 MLB Players' Weekend

MLB Players' Weekend allows major leaguers to show their true selves and pay homage to those who have contributed to their journeys. Here are the best moments from the weekend.

ESPN Jackson Merrill debuts Star Wars-themed lightsaber bat for MLB Players' Weekend

The Padres' rookie center fielder's new bat features a lightsaber-inspired handle and a glow-in-the-dark barrel.

ESPN Raiders' QB race still in air; Pierce 'to sleep on it'

Raiders coach Antonio Pierce said a decision will be made "in the next couple of days" on who will open the season as the team's starting quarterback.

ESPN Mahomes improvises with behind-the-back toss

After hinting at breaking it out during a game, Patrick Mahomes completed a behind-the-back pass to Travis Kelce in Saturday's preseason game.

ESPN Liberty take down Aces, 1st to earn playoff berth

After winning an Olympic gold in Paris, Breanna Stewart and Sabrina Ionescu capped a whirlwind week by helping the Liberty clinch a playoff berth with a 79-67 win over the Aces.

ESPN Du Plessis submits Adesanya to retain UFC crown

Dricus Du Plessis remains the king of the middleweight division after submitting Israel Adesanya by rear-naked choke in Round 4 to retain his title at UFC 305.

ESPN Steelers' offense struggles under Wilson, Fields

The Steelers' offense once again struggled to score in its second preseason game but found more success with Justin Fields under center.

ESPN Commanders QB Daniels impresses Quinn in loss

Other than hoping his rookie quarterback slides more when he leaves he pocket, Washington Commanders coach Dan Quinn continues to be impressed with Jayden Daniels, lauding his performance in Saturday night's 13-6 preseason loss to the Miami Dolphins.

ESPN Bears QB Williams sharp, ready 'to keep growing'

In a performance Bears coach Matt Eberflus classified as a "professional day at quarterback," Chicago rookie Caleb Williams completed 6 of 13 passes for 75 yards, adding in a rushing touchdown as well, in a victory over the Cincinnati Bengals on Saturday.

ESPN Aubrey fires up Cowboys with 66-yard field goal

The Cowboys' Brandon Aubrey drilled a 66-yard field goal in Saturday's preseason win over the Raiders, which would have equaled Justin Tucker's NFL record.