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Baseball news — August 1, 2026

Publications tagged with Baseball published on August 1, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

58 publications

  2. SportsBaseball

    Women's Pro Baseball League Begins Inaugural Season

    The Women's Professional Baseball League (WPBL) debuts with a 30-game season across Boston, New York, San Francisco, and Los Angeles, all played at Robin Roberts Stadium in Springfield, Illinois. The league aims for longevity and hopes to become the 'MLB of women’s baseball'. It marks another significant moment in the history of women's professional baseball in the U.S., following the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League (AAGPBL) which ran from 1943-54. The WPBL was co-founded by Justine Siegal, who became the first woman to coach for an MLB team in 2015. The inaugural game is scheduled for Saturday, August 1, featuring Denae Benites and the New York Heights against Mo’ne Davis and the Los Angeles Queens.
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    000 Sports: Online Betting Platform

    000 Sports offers a comprehensive online betting platform with various games like sports, electronic entertainment, lottery, chess, and fishing. Key features include USDT deposits and withdrawals, free high-definition live sports streaming, a six-tier welcome bonus for new players, agent support, global popular events coverage, and daily exclusive promotions. The platform is known for its professional experience, stability, and efficiency, growing with users and winning with partners.
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    Inter Milan Defeats Manchester City in Penalty Shootout After 1-1 Draw

    In a pre-season friendly match held in Hong Kong, Inter Milan and Manchester City faced off. The match ended in a 1-1 draw after 90 minutes. Inter Milan won the penalty shootout 3-1, securing victory over Manchester City. This was Inter Milan's second friendly match this summer, following a 2-1 win against Karlsruher SC. Manchester City missed three penalty attempts, while Inter Milan capitalized on theirs.
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    AS Monaco Excluded from French Professional Basketball Championships

    AS Monaco has been excluded from the Betclic Elite and Elite 2 professional basketball championships in France for the 2026/27 season. The Appeals Committee of the French Basketball Federation confirmed the initial decision, rejecting the club's appeal due to its failure to submit required financial documents within the prescribed deadlines. The team, which won the French championship last season, is now considering an appeal to the French National Olympic and Sports Committee (CNOSF).
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    Manchester City vs Inter Milan in Hong Kong Football Fiesta 2026

    The Hong Kong Football Fiesta 2026 kicked off on August 1, featuring a highly anticipated match between Premier League champions Manchester City and Italian Serie A giants Inter Milan. The event, held at Kai Tak Sports Park, attracted thousands of fans from both teams, turning the area around the stadium into a sea of blue. Manchester City's star player Phil Foden praised the Hong Kong fans' enthusiasm, while new coach Enzo Maresca supervised the team's training session. The match was played in a closed-top format due to unfavorable weather, providing a new viewing experience for fans.
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    PSG in Talks to Sign Ajax's Mika Godts

    Paris Saint-Germain has initiated negotiations with Ajax to sign left winger Mika Godts. The Belgian international, who had a remarkable season with Ajax (17 goals, 15 assists), has reportedly agreed to join PSG, with Ajax seeking around €60m for his transfer. PSG is looking to strengthen their squad with Godts, who could provide competition to Khvicha Kvaratskhelia on the left wing.
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    Eddie Howe Steps Down as Newcastle Manager

    Eddie Howe has stepped down as the manager of Newcastle United after nearly five years at the helm. The 48-year-old coach, who led the Magpies to their first major trophy in 70 years, announced his decision after a period of personal reflection. Howe, who joined Newcastle in November 2021, won 46.9% of his Premier League games and guided the club to Champions League qualification twice during his tenure.
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    Twins Acquire Dean Kremer From Orioles

    The Minnesota Twins have acquired right-handed pitcher Dean Kremer from the Baltimore Orioles in exchange for outfield prospect Jhomnardo Reyes. Kremer, 30, has struggled this season with a 6.50 ERA but has a solid track record as a reliable starter. Reyes, 18, is a highly-rated prospect with significant power potential. The Twins are looking to bolster their pitching staff and make a playoff push.
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    AC Milan Lead Race for Arsenal's Ethan Nwaneri

    AC Milan have made contact over a move for Arsenal's Ethan Nwaneri, with RB Leipzig, Fulham, and Everton also interested. Arsenal are open to a permanent transfer and would listen to offers for the record-breaking academy product. Borussia Dortmund are also monitoring the situation. Arsenal are considering keeping Nwaneri, sending him out on loan, or selling him for at least €35M, with any permanent deal potentially including a buy-back clause.
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  22. SportsBaseball

    Robbie Ray's Potential Final Giants Start: A Six-Inning Gem

    Robbie Ray, a hot trade target for contenders, pitched six innings in the San Francisco Giants' 4-1 win over the San Diego Padres. The left-hander, set to become a free agent, has improved his ERA from 4.07 to 3.08 in over a month. Ray discussed the emotions of what could have been his final start for the Giants, expressing gratitude for his time with the team. The Giants, with nothing to lose in their lost season, are expected to trade Ray.
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    Colts Sign Undrafted Free Agent RB Roydell Williams

    The Indianapolis Colts have signed undrafted free agent running back Roydell Williams after hosting him for a workout during training camp. Williams played collegiately for Alabama and Florida State, rushing for 1,264 yards and 13 touchdowns. He can contribute in both the run and pass games, providing versatility to the Colts' offense. His challenge now is to make the 53-man roster or practice squad for the 2026 season.
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