On this episode of Yesterday in Sports, Chris Horwedel recaps a busy day across the World Cup, MLB, NHL Draft, WNBA, tennis, and NBA free agency rumors. The show opens with England beating Panama to finish top of Group L, as Jude Bellingham changes the match and Harry Kane passes Gary Lineker to become England’s all-time leading World Cup scorer.

The World Cup coverage continues with Austria and Algeria playing a wild 3-3 draw that sends both teams through while knocking Iran out despite Iran going unbeaten in the group stage. Chris breaks down how the expanded World Cup format creates late scoreboard chaos, third-place drama, and moments where one stoppage-time goal can reshape multiple teams’ tournament futures.

In baseball, the Dodgers make a statement against the Padres with a 15-3 win in San Diego, powered by a 9-run sixth inning, big production from Kyle Tucker, Mookie Betts, Dalton Rushing, and another strong start from Yoshinobu Yamamoto. The win pushes Los Angeles’ NL West lead back to 9 games.

The NHL Draft story of the day comes from the San Jose Sharks selecting Alexander Karmanov, a 7-foot-1 defenseman from Moldova, making him the tallest player ever drafted into the NHL. Chris explains why the size is fascinating, how San Jose can treat him as a long-term development swing, and what the real question will be as he moves up levels.

The show also covers the Seattle Storm’s win over the Atlanta Dream behind rookies Flau’jae Johnson and Awa Fam, Madison Keys winning Eastbourne for the third time before Wimbledon, and NBA free-agency rumors linking the Brooklyn Nets to Mitchell Robinson, Rui Hachimura, and Keon Ellis.

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On this episode of Yesterday in Sports, Chris Horwedel recaps a busy day across the World Cup, NHL Draft, MLB, WNBA, NHL trade rumors, and Formula 1. The show opens with France making a major World Cup statement against Norway, as Ousmane Dembélé delivers a breakout hat trick and reminds everyone that France’s attack is more than just Kylian Mbappé. Chris also covers Cape Verde making history as the smallest country ever to reach the World Cup knockout round, Spain topping Group H, and the Round of 32 picture beginning to take shape.

The NHL Draft takes center stage next, with the Toronto Maple Leafs selecting Gavin McKenna No. 1 overall in Buffalo. Chris breaks down what McKenna means for a pressure-heavy franchise like Toronto, while also covering major draft-night movement, including Boston acquiring JJ Peterka and St. Louis landing Mason McTavish from Anaheim.

In baseball, the Chicago White Sox put together one of the biggest offensive explosions of the season, beating Kansas City 22-1 behind 23 hits, a 10-run inning, and major production from Tristan Peters, Miguel Vargas, Jacob Gonzalez, Kyle Teel, and Andrew Benintendi. In the WNBA, Kamilla Cardoso sets a record with a perfect 13-for-13 shooting night as the Chicago Sky’s offense erupts. The show also covers Winnipeg listening to trade offers for Connor Hellebuyck and the Austrian Grand Prix weekend opening at the Red Bull Ring.

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On this episode of Yesterday in Sports, Chris Horwedel recaps a busy day across the World Cup, MLB, WNBA, NWSL, tennis, sports business, and soccer transfer news. The show opens with the USMNT’s final Group D match against Turkey, as the United States takes its first loss of the tournament despite already securing first place in the group. Chris looks at Christian Pulisic’s return, Auston Trusty’s first international goal, Mauricio Pochettino’s lineup decisions, and what the performance means heading into the Round of 32.

The World Cup coverage continues with the tournament setting all-time records for attendance and total goals, plus Ecuador’s major result against Germany to reach the knockout stage. Chris also breaks down FIFA’s unusual stadium adjustment at AT&T Stadium, where black curtains were installed to block sun glare for Japan-Sweden, a long-running issue Dallas Cowboys players and fans have talked about for years.

In baseball, MLB’s latest labor proposal takes center stage, including possible changes to free agency, the qualifying offer system, minimum salary, pre-arbitration pay, and a new “cornerstone player” mechanism — all tied to the larger salary cap and salary floor debate. The WNBA segment covers Alyssa Thomas’ one-game suspension after contact with Caitlin Clark, while Gotham FC keeps Emily Sonnett through 2028. Chris also discusses Chris Evert stepping away from Wimbledon coverage after announcing her ovarian cancer has returned.

The show closes with the developing report of the day: Wrexham are reportedly closing in on Newcastle recruitment executive Steve Nickson as their new director of football, a move that would signal major off-field ambition as the club prepares for Championship-level squad building.

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On this episode of Yesterday in Sports, Chris Horwedel recaps a packed sports day across the NBA, NFL, WNBA, World Cup, NHL, and MLB. The show opens with Austin Reaves reportedly landing a record-setting 4-year, $185 million maximum contract with the Los Angeles Lakers, the richest deal ever for an undrafted NBA player, as he remains part of the core alongside Luka Dončić.

Chris also covers the growing controversy around Micah Nori’s unusual Portland Trail Blazers coaching contract, with NBA coaches and the National Basketball Coaches Association pushing back on what they see as a dangerous precedent for first-time head coaches. In the NFL, Detroit Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold faces serious felony charges in Florida connected to an alleged kidnapping and robbery case, with the legal process and possible NFL discipline now looming.

The episode also breaks down Round 2 of the NBA Draft, including Bruce Thornton, Richie Saunders, Isaiah Evans, Henri Veesaar, Felix Okpara, and Vsevolod Ishchenko. In the WNBA, Aliyah Boston, Caitlin Clark, A’ja Wilson, Paige Bueckers, and Breanna Stewart headline the latest All-Star voting returns. World Cup coverage includes Mexico finishing group play in dominant form and Canada advancing to the knockout round for the first time in men’s World Cup history. Chris also covers Alex Tuch’s move to the Washington Capitals and LaMelo Ball being traded from the Charlotte Hornets to the Minnesota Timberwolves in one of the biggest NBA moves of the week.

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On this episode of Yesterday in Sports, Chris Horwedel recaps a loaded day across the NBA, World Cup, NFL, MLB, and more. The show starts with the 2026 NBA Draft, where AJ Dybantsa goes No. 1 overall to the Washington Wizards, becoming the first BYU player ever selected first. Chris also covers Darryn Peterson to Utah, Cameron Boozer to Memphis, Caleb Wilson to Chicago, Keaton Wagler to the Clippers, and Milwaukee beginning its post-Giannis rebuild with new draft capital.

The World Cup coverage focuses on Cristiano Ronaldo ending his major-tournament goal drought in historic fashion as Portugal gets back on track against Uzbekistan. Chris also highlights Colombia advancing from Group K, Daniel Muñoz’s key moment, and how Portugal-Colombia now becomes an important match for seeding and momentum.

The NFL segment centers on the league canceling the 2026 Supplemental Draft, putting Brendan Sorsby’s path to the NFL on pause and raising bigger questions about whether the supplemental process remains a real route for eligible players. Chris also covers Kyle Pitts signing a major extension with the Atlanta Falcons, the Phillies’ wild ninth-inning comeback against the Nationals, and a kind, personal note on ESPN draft analyst Matt Miller after reports of his serious car accident and expected recovery.

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On this episode of *Yesterday in Sports*, Chris Horwedel recaps a packed day across the NBA, World Cup, College World Series, NFL, MLB, WNBA, and NHL. The show opens with a massive NBA offseason shakeup as Giannis Antetokounmpo is reportedly headed to the Miami Heat in a blockbuster trade involving Bobby Portis, Tyler Herro, Kel’el Ware, Jaime Jaquez Jr., Kasparas Jakucionis, multiple first-round picks, and future draft assets. Chris also covers a major three-team NBA deal involving Julius Randle, the Brooklyn Nets, Minnesota Timberwolves, Chicago Bulls, and Nic Claxton.

The World Cup coverage focuses on Lionel Messi making history for Argentina, Kylian Mbappé keeping pace for France, and Erling Haaland powering Norway into the knockout picture. Chris breaks down Messi becoming the all-time World Cup scoring leader, Mbappé’s latest milestone for France, and how the Golden Boot race is shaping up around Messi, Mbappé, and Haaland.

The episode also covers Oklahoma winning the 2026 College World Series over North Carolina, Brandon Aiyuk continuing to fuel Washington Commanders trade speculation, Kyle Bradish delivering a dominant start for the Baltimore Orioles, Caitlin Clark setting another WNBA record as the Indiana Fever bounce back, and the Hockey Hall of Fame announcing its 2026 class, featuring Patrice Bergeron, Carey Price, Pekka Rinne, Keith Tkachuk, Cindy Curley, and Brian Burke.

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On this episode of Yesterday in Sports, Chris Horwedel recaps the biggest stories from Sunday’s sports slate, starting with Spain’s 4-0 World Cup win over Saudi Arabia. Lamine Yamal scored in his first World Cup start, Mikel Oyarzabal added two goals, and Spain answered concerns after its opening draw with Cape Verde. The World Cup coverage continues with Egypt earning its first-ever World Cup win, beating New Zealand 3-1 behind second-half goals from Mostafa Ziko, Mohamed Salah, and Trézéguet, while Cape Verde kept its incredible tournament going with a 2-2 draw against Uruguay.

In the WNBA, the Los Angeles Sparks beat the New York Liberty 98-97 on a buzzer-beating three from Nneka Ogwumike in a perfect 30th anniversary moment for the league. The hockey segment covers the Florida Panthers acquiring Brady Tkachuk from the Ottawa Senators, pairing him with brother Matthew Tkachuk in Florida, plus developing NHL trade interest around Buffalo Sabres defenseman Bowen Byram.

Chris also breaks down the Phillies’ 6-2 win over the Mets, with Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber both homering again, and the Orioles’ dominant 12-1 win over the Dodgers. In the NBA, the Atlanta Hawks continue a smart offseason by extending CJ McCollum and reportedly acquiring Aaron Wiggins from the Oklahoma City Thunder. The episode also covers North Carolina forcing Game 3 against Oklahoma in the Men’s College World Series finals, Frances Tiafoe beating Taylor Fritz to win Halle, and South Africa upsetting India at the Women’s T20 World Cup behind Marizanne Kapp’s unbeaten 81.

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On this episode of Yesterday in Sports, Chris Horwedel recaps the biggest stories from Saturday, June 20th, starting with the Philadelphia Phillies’ wild 15-3 win over the New York Mets. Bryce Harper hit for the first cycle of his MLB career, Kyle Schwarber launched three home runs, and Philadelphia made history by becoming just the second team ever to have one player hit for the cycle and another hit at least three homers in the same game.

The World Cup coverage includes Germany advancing to the knockout stage with a 2-1 win over Ivory Coast behind two late goals from Deniz Undav, Curaçao earning its first-ever World Cup point in a 0-0 draw with Ecuador thanks to Eloy Room’s record-setting 15-save performance, Japan beating Tunisia 4-0 in the 1,000th match in World Cup history, and the Netherlands making a statement with a 5-1 win over Sweden.

Chris also covers Angel Reese becoming the fastest player in WNBA history to reach 1,000 career rebounds as the Atlanta Dream beat the Indiana Fever 113-96, the Carolina Hurricanes celebrating their Stanley Cup championship in Raleigh, and Tarik Skubal emerging as a major MLB trade deadline name to watch. The episode also recaps Oklahoma’s 9-3 win over North Carolina in Game 1 of the Men’s College World Series finals, Taylor Fritz and Frances Tiafoe setting up an all-American grass-court final in Halle, and Australia beating the Netherlands in the Women’s T20 World Cup as Babette de Leede makes associate-nation cricket history.

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