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The House plans to fast-track a bipartisan housing package, potentially delivering final passage as early as Tuesday after suspending normal rules; the Senate is set to vote on the Road to Housing Act on Monday, with a White House signing ceremony possible within days as lawmakers seek to address housing affordability before the August recess.
The Houston Astros are signing veteran LaMonte Wade Jr. to a major-league contract with a $1 million base salary after he opted out of a White Sox minor-league deal. Wade, 32, has MLB experience as a left-handed hitter who can play first base and left field, providing a potential left-field and bench option as the Astros navigate a full 40-man roster. He previously starred for the Giants (2021–24) and enjoyed a productive spring and solid minor-league numbers with Charlotte (AAA) this year, including a .250/.420/.441 line with seven homers in 201 plate appearances and an elite walk rate, although his big-league output waned in 2025. The deal would add depth while the Astros determine a corresponding roster move to finalize it, with Wade expected to contribute as a left-handed complementary bat against right-handed pitching.
The New Orleans Saints signed wide receiver Brock Rechsteiner to their roster after a rookie minicamp tryout. The 6-2, 225-pound WR from Jacksonville State posted 53 receptions for 629 yards and seven touchdowns in his college career (including a 35-383-5 line in 2025). New Orleans also placed Nick Saldiveri on Reserve/Physically Unable to Perform.
Aaron Rodgers is set to visit Pittsburgh later today, with reports he’s expected to sign with the Steelers this weekend though no deal is in place yet. Pittsburgh had recently placed an unrestricted free agent tender to preserve compensatory draft-pick rights, and Rodgers previously visited the city secretly last year, keeping the saga alive.
Dallas signed veteran wide receiver Marquez Valdes-Scantling, 31, who split last season between the 49ers and Steelers, adding a seasoned playmaker to the Cowboys' receiving corps.
Indiana Fever signed eight-year WNBA veteran forward Monique Billings to bolster their frontcourt for the 2026 season, praising her versatility and defensive impact after her 2025 stint with the Golden State Valkyries. The UCLA alum has extensive pro experience and will wear No. 25.
The Chicago White Sox signed catcher Reese McGuire to a one-year, $1.2 million contract to bolster catching depth as Kyle Teel recovers from a Grade 2 hamstring injury (roughly 4–6 weeks). McGuire reunites with the Sox after a previous stint in 2022, joining peers Edgar Quero and Korey Lee on the depth chart. The move provides a veteran, glove-first option behind the plate while the team navigates the injury and potential roster juggling.
The Philadelphia Eagles reportedly signed veteran wide receiver Marquise “Hollywood” Brown to a one-year deal worth up to $6.5 million (exact value TBD), adding speed and veteran depth to a group lacking proven depth behind the top receivers. Brown, a seven-year veteran who has played for the Ravens, Cardinals, and Chiefs, is known for his speed (4.27 40-yard dash in college) but has not consistently been a big-play threat, and Philadelphia is expected to continue adding low-cost veteran receivers to round out the depth chart.
Seattle Reign FC signed forward Ruby Hladek to a short-term contract through June 2026 after she joined preseason as a non-roster invitee. The Utah Valley product racked up 24 goals and 32 assists in 60 starts for UVU, helping the Wolverines win three straight WAC titles and finishing as UVU’s all-time assists leader; she had a breakout 2025 with 15 goals and 13 assists, earning WAC Offensive Player of the Year as she begins her professional career with the Reign.
New Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray spoke to reporters after signing with Minnesota during the 2026 free agency period, expressing excitement to join the team.
Boston signed left-handed reliever Danny Coulombe to a one-year, $1 million deal, providing bullpen depth as Romy Gonzalez lands on the 60-day injured list with a shoulder issue. The 36-year-old posted a 2.30 ERA over 43 innings last season with the Twins and Rangers, with a 24.4% strikeout rate and 13.1% swinging-strike rate, continuing a string of sub-3.00 ERAs. He relies on a 90 mph fastball and a mid-80s cutter, offering a platoon-neutral profile that leans on command against lefties; he’ll slot into Boston’s middle-relief group behind Aroldis Chapman. The Sox still have other left-handed options in camp, including Morán and Samaniego, while Rule 5 pick Ryan Watson is a longer shot to break camp.
The Las Vegas Raiders signed former Ravens center Tyler Linderbaum to a three-year, $81 million deal, making him the highest-paid interior offensive lineman in NFL history. The move addresses a leaky 2025 O-line, aims to shield quarterback Fernando Mendoza, and signals a broader strategy to upgrade the line with veteran experience and depth, including decisions at left guard as the team reshapes its front five.
AJ Styles reportedly signed a new contract with WWE, extending his tenure with the promotion.
St. Louis is nearing a one-year, $2 million guaranteed deal with infielder Ramon Urias, including a $1.5M salary in 2026 and a $500k buyout on a 2027 mutual option, with up to $2M in incentives based on plate appearances. The versatile veteran, who has spent time at multiple infield spots and won a Gold Glove at third in 2022, would provide veteran depth as the Cardinals rebuild and could slot into several infield roles or serve as a trade asset if he performs well in 2026.
The IInspiration—Jessica McKay and Cassie Lee—are officially signed to AEW on multi-year deals, confirmed after their Brisbane House Rules debut; deals were reportedly in place for over a month, their TNA exit was amicable, and WWE insiders expected AEW-bound if they skipped the Royal Rumble. With the signing, AEW adds a high-profile women's tag team and must decide whether to thrust them into title contention or develop them gradually.