
White Sox star Tim Anderson retires; Sept. 17 will honor him
Tim Anderson announced his retirement from baseball, ending his tenure with the Chicago White Sox. The team will honor him on Sept. 17, signaling a formal farewell.
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Tim Anderson announced his retirement from baseball, ending his tenure with the Chicago White Sox. The team will honor him on Sept. 17, signaling a formal farewell.

Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin signed a one-year deal to return for a 22nd season, and the published 2026-27 schedule points to what could be his final home game on April 4, 2027 against the Penguins at Capital One Arena, with a three‑game road finish ending April 10 vs the Flyers; retirement chatter persists but he hasn’t ruled out playing beyond 2026-27 as he chases 1,000 career goals and another Stanley Cup.

Thousands of Manchester City fans filled the streets for a star-studded farewell to Pep Guardiola as the club celebrated trophy-winning seasons across the men’s, women’s, and academy teams; Khadija Shaw announced a four-year contract extension, and Guardiola’s circle—including his children, Fernandinho, Txiki Begiristain, and Ederson—helped unveil the 20 trophies won under him. Surprise appearances by Vincent Kompany and Jack Grealish punctuated the night, with tributes to Bernardo Silva and John Stones as they head into summer departures, and Erling Haaland underscoring the need to push forward without them.

Pep Guardiola spoke to Sky Sports after Manchester City's 2-1 defeat to Aston Villa, delivering an emotional farewell as he confirmed he will leave after 10 years. He praised the club’s people and memories over titles, urged the incoming manager to stay true to themselves and the city-connection, and noted the North Stand was renamed the Pep Guardiola Stand for the day.

Mohamed Salah bowed out at Anfield in tears after Liverpool’s 1-1 draw with Brentford, receiving a 'Champions Wall' plaque honoring his nine-year spell and nine trophies. Salah, who tallied 257 goals and 123 assists, helped set up the equalizer and urged his teammates to fight for success as he reflected on leaving a club he helped restore to glory. Andy Robertson also said goodbye, while manager Arne Slot praised the moment and the fans’ support during a season without trophies.

Pep Guardiola’s final Manchester City match ended in a 2-1 defeat to Aston Villa, sparking emotional scenes as Bernardo Silva and Guardiola shed tears during a guard of honour. City’s era of trophy-laden dominance is celebrated even in defeat, while Villa’s Ollie Watkins struck twice to secure fourth place. Guardiola will take an ambassadorial role, Enzo Maresca is edging toward the next managerial appointment, and this summer will see captain Silva and defender Stones depart as City bid farewell to an era, including renaming the north end Pep Guardiola Stand in his honour.

Stephen Colbert is saying goodbye to The Late Show, but how his final episode ends remains secret, with details of the sign-off not yet disclosed as the host wraps up his tenure.

Anderson Cooper’s final 60 Minutes appearance features a tearful moment as he struggles to say his signature line—“I’m Anderson Cooper”—a habit he’s honed since joining the show in 2006—before revealing he’s leaving to spend more time with his sons, amid broader debates over editorial independence at CBS News.

Anderson Cooper delivered an emotional goodbye to 60 Minutes, praising the show’s independence and reflecting on his two decades with the program, explaining he’s leaving to spend more time with his family due to his CNN schedule; the piece also notes rumors of internal CBS News changes under editor Bari Weiss, though she has disputed that characterization, and stresses that 60 Minutes' legacy and trust with viewers should endure as the show continues to evolve.

After more than 20 years with 60 Minutes, Anderson Cooper delivered an emotional farewell in a final interview, recalling his childhood admiration for the program, the privilege of earning viewers’ trust, and the lasting impact of the show’s independent storytelling.

Jimmy Kimmel will not air a new episode of Jimmy Kimmel Live! on May 21 to honor Stephen Colbert’s final Late Show, a gesture he previously made for David Letterman; he is also set to appear on Colbert’s show on May 11 alongside other hosts.

The Bengals aren’t applying a franchise tag on Trey Hendrickson, so he’ll be a free agent when the new league year starts; he posted a grateful farewell on Instagram, calling Cincinnati home now and forever after five seasons, a run that includes 61 sacks in 72 regular-season games plus 3.5 in the team’s 2021 Super Bowl run, making him a highly sought-after edge rusher in free agency.

The Undertaker was backstage at Monday’s Raw in Atlanta ahead of AJ Styles’ farewell tribute to the WWE Universe, with it unclear whether he’ll appear as Styles, who hasn’t wrestled since his Royal Rumble loss to Gunther, prepares to say goodbye on the tribute episode.

LeBron James’s emotional return to Cleveland included a standing ovation and a tearful tribute video as he acknowledged the possibility this could be his final game in the city where his career began, sharing the moment with Bronny and family during a 129-99 Lakers loss.

LeBron James cried on the Cavaliers bench during a tribute video in Cleveland as the Lakers faced his former team, in a 129-99 Cavs win. With no retirement announcement, the moment has fueled speculation about a potential farewell to Cleveland, though James is in the final year of his contract. He finished with 11 points and six turnovers in 27 minutes, while Bronny James contributed for the Lakers and the crowd emitted emotional scenes.