IJR News

Phillies Pursue Bullpen, Right-Handed Bat at Deadline

The Philadelphia Phillies are under deadline pressure to shore up bullpen, add right-handed hitting, and deepen starting pitching, with potential rentals like Lane Thomas or Tyrone Taylor eyed to boost production. In-house, they’ve promoted Bryan De La Cruz to strengthen right-handed hitting as injuries to key players leave the lineup thin, while recent win momentum underscores the ongoing need for balance in the lineup.

Jul 27, 2026

Baseball

Schlittler Strikes 12 as Yankees Edge Phillies 1-0

Cam Schlittler dominated the Phillies with 7 1/3 innings of shutout ball and 12 strikeouts, leading the Yankees to a 1-0 win highlighted by Paul Goldschmidt’s solo homer off Jesús Luzardo. David Bednar sealed the victory with a 19th save as New York improved to a strong pitching performance while stifling Philadelphia’s offense.

Jesús Luzardo David Bednar

Jul 27, 2026

Baseball

Mets Injuries Shape Dodgers Series

The Dodgers, riding a league-best record, head to New York to face the Mets in a three-game set with Roki Sasaki and Yoshinobu Yamamoto anchoring their rotation for a matchup that could widen the NL lead, while the Cubs and Pirates prepare for a pivotal series featuring Jared Jones, Matthew Boyd and a rising offensive spark from Seiya Suzuki. Meanwhile, the Yankees welcome Max Fried back for a Phillies series as they chase playoff positioning, and the Cubs are reportedly weighing a major roster move around top prospect James Triantos ahead of their Pirates series.

Rōki Sasaki Jared Jones

Jul 27, 2026

Hispanic Heritage Celebration Plans Parade, Live Music

A 45-year-old Raymond Phillips from Cape Town details a 32-year gambling addiction that cost him his marriage, career, and more than R1 million, and he is now rebuilding his life after rehab while seeking work. He started gambling at 13 near an illegal slot machine, didn’t recognize his addiction at first, and his recovery includes counseling as he warns others about the dangers of gambling.

Jul 27, 2026

Football

Lions Place Three on PUP List

The Detroit Lions opened training camp with three players—safeties Brian Branch and Kerby Joseph and tight end Tyler Conklin—on the physically unable to perform list, signaling cautious starts as Branch recovers from an Achilles, Joseph from a knee issue, and Conklin from an undisclosed injury. The designation is not a season-ending sign, and the team expects to activate them as they heal, with coach Dan Campbell slated to provide updates on their timelines.

Brian Branch Kerby Joseph

Jul 27, 2026

Football

NFL Draft Scouting Dominates 2026 Outlook

NC State secured Clayton, North Carolina cornerback Akedran Crumel, likely sealing its final high school commitment amid major competition. The summer scouting rundowns profile NFL prospects for the 2027 draft—such as Jyaire Hill, Jermaine Mathews Jr., and Jamari Sharpe—highlighting their strengths, developmental notes, and potential impact for fall rosters and teams like the Buccaneers.

Texas National Football League

Jul 26, 2026

NFL

Kittle PUP List Leaves Week 1 in Flux

The 49ers opened training camp with star tight end George Kittle on the physically unable to perform list as he continues Achilles rehab, with him optimistic about Week 1 availability. The team also placed several teammates on the PUP list and made roster moves including signing Tanner McLachlan and waiving Evan Anderson, while players like Mykel Williams, Isaac Guerendo, and Alfred Collins joined Kittle on the list.

George Kittle John Lynch

Jul 26, 2026

Crime

D4VD Hearing Reveals Pregnancy Ties

On Day 2 of D4vd’s preliminary hearing, LAPD investigators testified that blood and DNA evidence were found in the Hollywood Hills garage and in the Tesla where Celeste Rivas Hernandez’s remains were later discovered, including blue-glow indications on floor mats and other items as prosecutors outline a dismemberment theory. The defense maintains Burke’s innocence, while prosecutors push to send the case to trial, noting some items like chainsaws tested negative for blood and other materials are under scrutiny.

D4vd

Jul 26, 2026

Greece Approves €3.5B Achilles Shield Defense Package

Greece’s KYSEA is poised to approve a roughly €3 billion Israeli-made air and missile defense package as the centerpiece of the Achilles Shield program, featuring SPYDER, David’s Sling and Barak MX to form a layered defense for the mainland and islands, with additional assets like drones, submarines, and transport aircraft under consideration and integration with F-35/F-16, Belharra frigates and Patriot batteries. An Israeli delegation is expected to sign contracts shortly after approval, amid heightened regional sensitivity with Türkiye over potential island deployments.

Jul 25, 2026

MLB

Trade Deadline Rumors Expand Beyond Yankees

As the Yankees push for July-August upgrades, bullpen concerns persist despite a strong team ERA, with Tim Hill’s late-season decline prompting consideration of Daniel Lynch IV. The club signals willingness to move top prospects Spencer Jones and Jasson Dominguez, entertain a catcher upgrade like Ryan Jeffers, and explore bullpen help such as Yennier Cano, while past reporting highlights the team's ongoing pursuit of bullpen arms and even interest in former Mets pitchers.

Ryan Jeffers

Jul 25, 2026

US Politics

Indiana Ballard Certified for Secretary of State Ballot

Former Indianapolis Mayor Greg Ballard has been officially certified to appear on Indiana's November ballot as an independent candidate under the Lincoln Party after surpassing the required signatures, and he will face Republican Max Engling, Democrat Beau Bayh, and Libertarian Lauri Shillings. If Ballard earns 2% of the vote, the Lincoln Party would be established for the next four years.

Evan Bayh Greg Ballard

Jul 24, 2026

Holidays

Midcoast Halloween Festivities Unfold Across Multiple Venues

A regional roundup highlights Halloween-specific events in Maine, including library screenings and haunted attractions; Central Virginia offers pumpkin patches and corn mazes for fall family fun; West Virginia hosts the Head for the Hills Festival with camping, concerts, and a poker tour; and Missouri showcases the Dark Sky Festival with star parties and astronomy talks.

Jul 24, 2026

Markets

Sachem Hill Expands Dimensional ETF Positions

Sachem Hill LLC actively rebalanced its ETF holdings, increasing its stake in Dimensional US Large Cap Value ETF (DFLV) by 5.2% to 427,260 shares, while trimming positions in Vanguard FTSE Developed Markets ETF (VEA) and Dimensional International Value ETF (DFIV) by about 10.2% and 3.2% respectively. The firm also added to iShares 7-10 Year Treasury Bond ETF (IEF) by 4.7% to 314,918 shares, underscoring selective adjustments across value, developed markets, international value and short‑duration bond exposures.

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