IJR News

Koivun Wins 3M Open in Blaine

Ben Kohles shot a bogey-free 62 to take a 9-under lead after the first round at the 3M Open at TPC Twin Cities, with Emiliano Grillo, Jackson Koivun and Gary Woodland tied for second at 7-under. Scottie Scheffler, debuting at the event, is three behind after a 65, while Seamus Power sits six back after a 68 and is in a tie for 26th.

Jackson Koivun Scottie Scheffler

Jul 27, 2026

NFL

Broncos place Turner on NFI, Gargiulo on PUP

The Denver Broncos designated guard Nick Gargiulo to the Active/Physically Unable to Perform list and linebacker Jordan Turner to the Active/Non-Football Injury list ahead of training camp, with both players unavailable for early practices as they rehab or recover. Turner, who appeared in seven games in 2025, is in a roster-competition landscape behind starters Alex Singleton and Justin Strnad, while Gargiulo is aiming to return and push for a spot after a knee injury and a missed 2025 season.

Nick Gargiulo Red Murdock

Jul 27, 2026

MLB

Angels Edge Giants 4-3

The betting market shows the San Francisco Giants as clear home favorites against the Angels, with sharp money heavily backing the Run Line (-1.5) and Over 8, while the Angels struggle on the road. Previews emphasize a Giants win at home behind ace Logan Webb, and highlight Grayson Rodriguez’s under on 15.5 pitcher outs as a favorable prop in the matchup.

Logan Webb Grayson Rodriguez

Jul 27, 2026

NFL

Patriots Open Camp Amid Gonzalez Contract Drama

Patriots coach Mike Vrabel has largely avoided the Dianna Russini–Vrabel off-field saga as training camp opens, with media attention instead turning to football matters and roster questions, including Gabe Jacas’s contract status. The camp features 13 public practices behind Gillette Stadium, joint sessions with the Colts and Eagles, Christian Gonzalez’s ongoing contract negotiations, and the high-profile return of players like A.J. Brown as Vrabel’s team pursues another deep playoff run.

Mike Vrabel

Jul 27, 2026

Golf

Jerry Kelly Wins Senior Open, Third Major

Jerry Kelly, at 59 the oldest winner since Bernhard Langer, captured the 2026 ISPS Handa Senior Open at Gleneagles by two strokes to claim his third senior major, finishing 10-under after a final-round 68 that included a clutch bunker shot on the 18th. He outlasted Cameron Percy and Matt Gogel (and Darren Fichardt) as the field surged behind him, earning exemptions into the 2027 Open Championship and the Senior Open as a past champion.

Darren Fichardt Jerry Kelly

Jul 27, 2026

Hocevar nets 2026 Brickyard 400 pole; Spire sweeps

Carson Hocevar won the Brickyard 400 pole, giving Spire Motorsports a front-row sweep with teammate Daniel Suárez second and a speed of 186.598 mph, marking his third career pole. The result comes amid momentum for Spire and a separate legal clash with Joe Gibbs Racing over alleged data theft as the field lines up for Sunday's race, with Denny Hamlin in the top five and Tyler Reddick and Ty Gibbs just behind.

Denny Hamlin Carson Hocevar

Jul 26, 2026

Soccer

Wembanyama Spotted Playing Pickup Soccer Across Texas

San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama joined a casual pickup soccer game in Katy, Texas, wearing a Paris Saint-Germain jersey and reportedly scoring multiple goals while showcasing impressive footwork. The appearances, captured in videos and posts, generated widespread social-media buzz about the 7’4” rookie’s off-season soccer forays and the mystery behind his visit.

Victor Wembanyama

Jul 26, 2026

Baseball

Royals, Tigers clash in Comerica Park

The Royals visit the Tigers for a four-game set as Kansas City tries to extend a recent upturn behind strong pitching from Troy Melton, while Detroit remains favored at home and aims to exploit favorable mound matchups with Randy Dobnak in the series opener. Betting markets show Detroit as the public and sharp favorite with a tendency toward the under in a likely low-scoring series, supported by Melton’s 1.80 ERA and the Tigers’ bullpen edge.

Randy Dobnak Troy Melton

Jul 25, 2026

Chicago Fire

Inter Miami edges Fire 3-2, Lewandowski debut

Inter Miami defeated Chicago Fire 3-2 without Lionel Messi, with Luis Suárez scoring twice and 20-year-old Preston Plambeck netting a late winner, as Lewandowski made his MLS debut for Chicago but didn’t score. The win left Miami second in the Eastern Conference behind Nashville and kept the focus on Messi’s status while Lewandowski’s debut highlighted the game’s notable storyline.

Lionel Messi Luis Suárez

Jul 25, 2026

Hockey

Panthers Sign Akira Schmid to Two-Year Deal

The Florida Panthers signed goaltender Akira Schmid to a two-year, $4 million contract, avoided arbitration, and added him as a depth option behind Jacob Markstrom after acquiring him from the Vegas Golden Knights. The move comes following the departure of Sergei Bobrovsky, bolstering the Panthers’ goaltending tandem for the 2027-28 season amid Schmid’s growing playoff pedigree and 2.59 GAA/0.893 save percentage with Vegas last season.

Akira Schmid Jacob Markström

Jul 25, 2026

NHL

Spurs Keep Fox as Offseason Moves Blur Focus

The Spurs made an unexpected run to the 2026 NBA Finals behind Victor Wembanyama but face fallout over late-game collapses and roster choices, including questions about trading De'Aaron Fox as they rebuild with Tobias Harris and rookies. In hockey, Detroit is navigating a GM transition with Dylan Larkin likely on the move and a reshaped core around DeBrincat, Raymond, and Seider, while Toronto’s Maple Leafs are criticized for overpaying Sergei Bobrovsky to fix goaltending, raising alarm about cap space and team direction.

Dylan Larkin

Jul 25, 2026

Books

New Life at Ninety Highlights Lifetime of Grace

New Life at Ninety by Rev. Daniel W. Reid chronicles nine decades of faith, portraying God’s steadfast love, mercy, and guidance shaping an ordinary life and affirming that it’s never too late for a new beginning. The memoir emphasizes that God works behind the scenes through imperfect people, directing their journeys toward His purpose and transformation.

Jul 24, 2026

World Cup

Spain World Cup Docuseries Headed to Prime Video, Four-Part Global Premiere

Prime Video is producing a four-part, behind-the-scenes docuseries with exclusive access to Spain’s World Cup-winning squad, produced in collaboration with the Real Federación Española de Fútbol and Telefónica Broadcast Services. The series, set to premiere globally before the end of 2026, traces the 52-day campaign and the team dynamics behind Spain’s second title, with coverage echoed by reports of record U.S. viewership for the tournament."

United States Amazon Prime Video