MLB wants clarity on Trop status by Christmas

Bree Hall, a former standout at Wayne High School and a two-time national champion at South Carolina, has signed with the WNBA expansion team, the Golden State Valkyries. Originally drafted by the Indiana Fever, Hall was waived before preseason but watched her new team defeat Indiana, 88-77, on Thursday, although she did not play in the game. Need More Context? 🔎

U.S. Men's National Soccer Team player Timothy Weah described his "weird" experience standing behind Donald Trump during a White House event, where the president diverted from soccer topics to discuss political issues like the Iran-Israel war and transgender sports participation. Weah, who attended with his Juventus teammates, felt compelled to be there and expressed surprise at the political focus, stating, "I just want to play football." Need More Context? 🔎

The British and Irish Lions' summer tour begins in Dublin, featuring a squad heavily influenced by Irish players and coaching staff, including head coach Andy Farrell. Their first match against Argentina at the Aviva Stadium marks a historic event, while the team faces challenges in selection and injury management as they prepare for a tough tour ahead. Need More Context? 🔎

During a tense doubleheader at Comerica Park, the Detroit Tigers faced the Pittsburgh Pirates, with the game intensifying after a controversial go-ahead run in the 10th inning. Amid fan ejections and boos following a disputed play at home plate, the Pirates secured an 8-4 victory, leaving the Tigers at 48-28 for the season. Need More Context? 🔎

The subjectivity in officiating rules within Formula 1 often leads to controversy, making it a recurring topic of discussion. Recently, Derek Warwick's suspension from his stewarding role prior to the Canadian Grand Prix has sparked further debate about the quality and consistency of race officiating. Need More Context? 🔎

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — The Indiana Pacers secured a crucial 108-91 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder, forcing a winner-take-all Game 7 in their playoff series. Led by a resurgent Tyrese Haliburton and a spirited home crowd, the Pacers capitalized on turnovers and fast breaks to dominate, setting the stage for their title aspirations on the road. Need More Context? 🔎