Horse Racing
The Kentucky Derby: An event steeped in history and tradition
The 150th Kentucky Derby isn’t just a race—it’s a spectacle steeped in tradition. From legendary trainers to Triple Crown lineage, here’s what to watch in 2025.
Kyle Nowak
I'm Kyle, writer and editor for The DONUT and Press Sports. Michigan alum, ex-poker pro, dog lover, outdoorsy, Sanderson fan, and Psych binge-watcher. Go Blue!
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📰🏟️ Mamba Money Magic
Plus: 14-y/o cricket star makes history…
NBA
Rookie Kobe jersey sells for record $7M
A Kobe Bryant jersey from his 1996-97 rookie season just shattered records with a $7M sale—making it the most expensive Black Mamba collectible ever and a sign that the sports memorabilia market is booming.
Soccer
European soccer is getting America-nized
Wrexham’s Hollywood-backed climb up the English soccer ladder is just the latest chapter in a growing trend: American and Canadian investors are buying into European clubs at record levels. Some are thriving, others are blowing billion-dollar leads.
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📰🏟️ The America-nizing of European soccer
Plus: Blown call, officially …
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📰🏟️ Draft Day
Plus: Andre Agassi out of retirement…
Tennis
Tennis legend Andre Agassi is taking up pro pickleball
Andre Agassi is trading his racket for a paddle. The tennis Hall-of-Famer will make his pro pickleball debut at the US Open Championships alongside phenom Anna Leigh Waters. He’s not alone—more tennis stars are entering the world’s fastest-growing sport.
NFL
How the NFL Draft's “Mr. Irrelevant” nickname came to be
Once a tongue-in-cheek nickname for the NFL Draft's final pick, “Mr. Irrelevant” has evolved into a beloved underdog tradition—with Disneyland trips, a spoof trophy, and even a future 49ers QB. Here’s how it all started.
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📰🏟️ Man vs. Machine
Plus: It’s NBA/NHL crunchtime…
MLB
Aaron Judge could be one of the best hitters to ever wear pinstripes
Aaron Judge is doing more than just mashing home runs—he’s entering conversations usually reserved for Ruth, Gehrig, and Mantle. At this point, it’s not just about being the Yankees’ best today—he may be one of the best ever.
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📰🏟️ Pretty, Pretty Weird
The annual NHL players poll is out…
nhl
The annual NHL players poll is out
Who do NHL players think is the league’s best playmaker, goalie, and fashion icon? The NHLPA asked 663 of them—and the results are in. Crosby, McDavid, and Vasilevskiy lead the way, but the rule change suggestions might surprise you.