Real Madrid cruising into new season while the rest of Europe plays catch-up

Real Madrid missed out on Mbappe this summer but still have lofty goals for 2022-23. Would you bet against this team of mentally strong superstars?
Who could be the next big breakout star in Europe?

Aurelien Tchouameni went from Monaco’s midfield to an €80m move to Real Madrid out of nowhere this summer. But who could be the next breakout star?
With DeGrom back and Diaz rolling, these Mets are for real — really!

After a commanding series win over the defending champions, they’re firing on all cylinders.
Yanks' Carpenter breaks foot amid resurgent year

Yankees DH Matt Carpenter, a front-runner for AL Comeback Player of the Year, fractured his left foot when he fouled off a pitch Monday night against the Mariners.
Mets closer Edwin Diaz's entrance gets the people going

Not your average bullpen entrance. Diaz and the sound of the trumpets have become synonymous with winning for the Mets.
Ogwumike: WNBA travel woes 'must be remedied'

Los Angeles standout Nneka Ogwumike said via social media Monday — a day after the Sparks were delayed overnight at an airport — that “transformational growth” in the WNBA is being impeded by continued travel issues.
Source: Jets fear Becton to miss significant time

An MRI exam of Mekhi Becton’s right knee revealed a more serious injury than initially anticipated, a source told ESPN on Monday night, raising fear that the Jets’ starting right tackle could be sidelined indefinitely.
NFL: Rodgers' ayahuasca use not a drug violation

Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers’ use of the hallucinogenic drink during an offseason retreat to Peru in 2020 isn’t considered a violation of the NFL’s drug policy, a league spokesman said Monday.
Cubs to part with Heyward, who rallied '16 team

Despite having one more year left on his contract, Jason Heyward — described as the “emotional leader” of the 2016 Cubs — won’t be back with Chicago next season, president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer said Monday.
Nets' Tsai backs staff amid Durant trade demands

Brooklyn Nets governor Joe Tsai voiced his support Monday night for the front office and coaching staff after Kevin Durant told Tsai to choose between him and the team’s general manager and coach.