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NHL analyst Jason Gregor has pushed back hard against renewed speculation linking Connor McDavid with the Toronto Maple Leafs. The debate followed comments from Michael Augello, who shared an unnamed reporter’s theory on The Leafs Convo podcast. Augello said McDavid could want Toronto if the Maple Leafs build a strong team and pay him. “I was told by another reporter, that’s just his theory,” Augello said.

Jerry Jones has made the Dallas Cowboys’ trade intentions clear before the 2026 NFL season. Despite having only five picks remaining in next year’s draft, Jones remains willing to spend draft capital to improve the roster. Speaking on 105.3 The Fan, Jones said Dallas is “in play” for another move. He indicated that the Cowboys would likely target the defense after addressing the offensive line with the Broderick Jones trade.

The Dallas Cowboys have more than $30 million in available cap space after three contract restructures, adding fuel to speculation about a Maxx Crosby trade. The timing is notable because Crosby carries a $30 million base salary for 2026. Dallas created $19 million in immediate room by restructuring DaRon Bland, Kenny Clark and Jake Ferguson. The moves pushed the Cowboys’ available space from roughly $14.2 million to more than $33 million.

Kevin Weekes believes the Toronto Maple Leafs can deliver a much better 2026-27 season. The former NHL goaltender sees a playoff team, though he stopped short of calling Toronto a Stanley Cup contender. Speaking on Off The Roster, Weekes called the Maple Leafs a “con-better” team. “I don’t know about contender, but they’re a con-better,” Weekes said.

Former NFL All-Pro wide receiver Roddy White has sharply criticized the Dallas Cowboys after they chose Sam Howell over Joe Milton III. Dallas named Howell Dak Prescott’s primary backup for the 2026 season after waiving Milton. The move drew attention because Milton delivered strong numbers during the preseason. White made his frustration clear on X. “How the hell Joe Milton get cut? He literally dominated the whole preseason,” he wrote. The former Atlanta Falcons star then took direct aim at Howell.

Lionel Messi has announced his retirement from the Argentina national team, bringing a remarkable 20-year international career to an unexpected end. The 39-year-old forward revealed the decision Monday through an emotional Instagram post featuring three pages of handwritten text. “After the time that has passed since the final, and after giving it a lot of thought, I want to let everyone know that I am retiring from the National Team,” Messi wrote.

Football fans have reacted with surprise after FC Barcelona agreed a €10 million deal to sign Gabriel Jesus from Arsenal. Transfer insider Fabrizio Romano reported the agreement on X. “BREAKING: Barcelona agree deal to sign Gabriel Jesus from Arsenal, here we go!” Romano wrote. He added that a medical is booked for Monday, with Arsenal set to receive a “€10m package plus add-ons.” Jesus will travel for the medical after receiving authorization from Arsenal.

The Edmonton Oilers announced four players will miss next month’s training camp, including NHL offseason goaltending addition Frederik Andersen. Mattias Janmark and Alec Regula continue recovering from medical procedures. Meanwhile, Matt Savoie and Andersen are rehabbing injuries suffered during offseason training sessions.

Dillon Gabriel delivered the kind of performance the Cleveland Browns needed in their NFL preseason finale. He completed 12 of 15 passes for 186 yards and three touchdowns during a 37-13 win over the New England Patriots. He played just the first half but had a stellar 157.9 passer rating. Gabriel also led five scoring drives while avoiding a turnover. His performance strengthened his case in a crowded quarterback room, but the second-year passer admitted his future remains unclear.

The NFL has expanded its sports betting business ahead of the 2026 season, reaching multi-year commercial agreements with DraftKings, FanDuel and Fanatics Betting and Gaming. Adam Schefter shared the news on X, writing, “NFL said it has reached commercial agreements with three sports betting operators ahead of the 2026 season.” The agreements allow the three companies to use NFL marks across sports betting promotions, while gaining exposure at major league events.