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The 2026 National Book Award longlist for Fiction has been announced, featuring ten titles (including Paradiso 17 and Python’s Kiss) from a mix of debut authors and established names, selected by a panel of judges ahead of the November ceremony with $10,000 awarded to each winner.
Floyd Samba, 17, scored twice on his first-team debut to help Manchester City crush Norwich 5-0 in the Carabao Cup, with manager Enzo Maresca praising his energy and promising more opportunities ahead.
The Minnesota Twins promoted top outfield prospect Emmanuel Rodriguez from Triple-A St. Paul, lining him up for what should be his MLB debut against Cleveland’s Guardians. At 23, Rodriguez returns from a left thumb UCL surgery in May and has produced .272/.422/.490 with 11 homers in 258 minor-league PAs across three levels this season, though injuries have limited his pro action since 2021. He’s on the 40-man roster with two minor-league options burned, and the Twins could pursue a fourth option year if needed. Expect Rodriguez to contribute in right field or possibly DH as he gets his first majors experience.
Myles Garrett, making his Rams debut after a knee-injury-plagued offseason and minimal preseason practice, didn’t record a tackle, sack or pressure in Los Angeles’ 27-7 loss to the 49ers and called it the worst version of himself, saying he needs to get healthy and return to the player he’s shown he can be.
ESPN analyst Dan Granziano says Aaron Donald is being gradually integrated with the Rams, with a Week 2 or 3 debut more likely than Week 1 after a two-year hiatus; Week 1 in Australia could still feature him on a limited snap count, but the Rams aim to balance productivity with health as they pursue a Super Bowl, while the 49ers prepare to handle a potential matchup and protect players like Carver Willis.
Defector’s Ray Ratto hails Tugboat Wilkinson’s MLB debut for the Giants—a two-inning, 25-pitch, 1-0 win outing. Wilkinson, the second player to be nicknamed “Tugboat” (after Thurman Munson), delivers a nostalgic, unpolished flair and, despite limited action, earns calls for more opportunities in a game that felt built for more of him.
New St. Louis Cardinal Joshua Baez homered in each of his first three plate appearances against the Cubs, going 3-for-4 with five RBIs as the Cardinals won 8-4. His 449-foot leadoff shot on the first pitch and two more HRs made his debut one of the most explosive in MLB history, a feat that puts him on the early pages of the career-homer list and drew a packed support crowd in Chicago.
Boston-born Joshua Báez homered in each of his first three MLB at-bats for the St. Louis Cardinals, including a 449-foot leadoff shot, becoming the first player to homer three times in his first three major-league at-bats after a call-up from Triple-A Memphis.
Cardinals manager Oli Marmol will promote top prospect Joshua Báez from Triple-A Memphis to the majors for Saturday’s game vs. the Cubs, likely giving him an everyday outfield role. Báez has 34 homers, 90 RBIs and 21 steals in 461 Triple-A plate appearances this season, while slashing .256/.328/.573, though he carries swing-and-miss concerns that fantasy managers may tolerate for his power/speed upside.
Manchester United drew 1-1 with PSG after Amad won the ball to set up Bryan Mbeumo for United’s equaliser following an early PSG lead from Ibrahim Mbaye’s cross to Ayden Heaven. On his debut, Youri Tielemans earned 7.5, while Andrey Santos impressed most with a 9 as United’s midfield bossed proceedings; Bruno Fernandes and Harry Maguire also delivered strong showings. Tom Heaton started and left injured, with Dermot Mee coming on, and the second half produced chances but no winner.
Youri Tielemans’ 26-minute cameo on his Manchester United debut against Paris Saint-Germain suggested he can add composure, creativity and leadership to United’s midfield, linking well with Bruno Fernandes and easing pressure as the club move forward with his five-year deal; Marcus Rashford is set to rejoin the squad for the Ireland training camp.
Kevin Gausman dazzled in his Cubs debut, pitching seven innings of two‑run ball on 96 pitches with 4 strikeouts; the Cubs built a lead that held as Pedro Ramirez homered in the eighth and Jacob Webb locked down a 6-4 win over Kansas City, extending Chicago’s win streak to five.
Alexa Bliss returns to SmackDown with Lilly as Charlotte Flair and Jade Cargill are involved in the segment, interrupted by Michin & B-Fab; NXT alum Tatum Paxley makes her main-roster debut with a top-rope splash, sparking talk of a possible new alliance as Bliss, Flair and Paxley celebrate in the ring.
Jessie Rosas, 23, gets a UFC debut on short notice at UFC Vegas 120 to face Miles Johns, after an 8-1 record with three straight wins. As Raul Rosas Jr.’s older brother, he welcomes the association but is determined to prove himself and build his own legacy, with family in his corner and hopes of sharing a card with Raul on future events like Noche UFC or UFC 331 in Los Angeles.
George Lombard Jr. made his Yankees debut at shortstop against the Cardinals, delivering a solo homer and a sharp defensive double play while his parents watched in the Bronx, marking a touching, productive night for a highly anticipated rookie amid a tight playoff race.