Texas Rangers @ Houston Astros
Friday, July 31, 2026, 7:15 PM CDT (105.3 The Fan / Apple TV)
Daikin Park
RHP Nathan Eovaldi vs. RHP Hunter Brown
Go Rangers!
Game 110 Game Day Thread – Texas Rangers @ Houston Astros
Ex-Knick Mario Hezonja returning to NBA from Europe with Cavaliers deal
After a European tour, Mario Hezonja is making an NBA comeback.
The Cavaliers signed Hezonja, 31, to a one-year contract, marking his return to the NBA for the first time since the 2019-20 season. Hezonja played pro ball in Greece, Russia, and Spain over the last six years.
Hezonja played for Real Madrid this past season, where he won the Liga ACB Most Valuable Player award after averaging 15 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 2.1 assists. Hezonja spent four years with Real Madrid and won a EuroLeague championship with the team in 2023, along with consecutive Liga ACB titles in 2024 and 2025.
Hezonja was selected fifth overall by the Orlando Magic in the 2015 NBA Draft and played 330 games for the Magic, Knicks, and Trail Blazers in his first NBA stint. Hezonja, who was born in Dubrovnik, is one of the highest-drafted Croatian-born players in league history.
On Friday, Hezonja spoke out about his new organization.
“Never liked how I left the NBA but these past 5 years have been exactly what I wanted and much needed!” Hezonja posted to X while tagging the Cavaliers. “I am super happy that my new chapter is with a team and organization that I have always admired and respected!”
Hezonja had a couple of memorable moments as a Knick — who he spent the 2018-19 season with — including a game-winning block against LeBron James and the Lakers in March 2019 and recording his first career triple-double the following month.
Hezonja then signed with Portland before being traded to Memphis in 2020.
The Grizzlies waived him less than a month later, and then Hezonja began his overseas career for Greek club Panathinaikos.
From there, Hezonja signed with Russian team UNICS Kazan and then headed to Real Madrid for four seasons, where he became one of the most accomplished players in Europe during his tenure.
The Cavs signed Hezonja after missing out on a James return when he signed with the Sixers earlier this month.
Chicago Bulls’ Zach Collins Speaks About Contract Extension, Time With the Zags
A heartfelt congratulations from The Slipper Still Fits to forward/center Zach Collins on his two-year, $17 million contract extension to stay with the Chicago Bulls through the 2027-28 season. The injury bug has unfortunately hit the Gonzaga Bulldog quite a lot throughout his time with the Portland Trail Blazers, San Antonio Spurs, and with Chicago, so this new deal is a major victory for Collins as he enters his ninth season in the NBA.
The site appreciates the 2016 McDonald’s All-American out of powerhouse Bishop Gorman in Las Vegas, Nevada, sharing some of his offseason time to discuss his lone season with the Zags back in 2016-17, senior center Przemek Karnowski being his vet, his standout performance against the South Carolina Gamecocks in the Final Four in Phoenix, Arizona.
Just an entertaining conversation with the big man from top to bottom. Check it out below.
Arden Cravalho is a Gonzaga University graduate from the Bay Area… Follow him on X @a_cravalho
DIAMONDBACKS AT GUARDIANS: Bibee vs. Bratt, discussion
Here’s the DBacks lineup:
Here’s the Guardians lineup:
Let’s go, Guardians!
Warriors reportedly keen on Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant reunion
The Golden State Warriors are set to run it back with the same group as last season, but are reportedly monitoring a potential reunion.
According to Brett Siegel of Clutch Points, his sources have confirmed that if Kevin Durant were to become available next season, the Warriors would welcome him back.
“The organization has not completely moved on from the idea of one day reuniting [Steph] Curry with former Warrior and two-time Finals MVP Kevin Durant,” Siegel wrote. “Lacob and the Warriors would welcome Durant back with open arms, much like they were prepared to do in 2025 before he and his business partner Rich Kleiman stopped the trade deadline deal in its tracks.”
Siegel went on to note that the reason Durant stopped a potential reunion in 2025 was because he was looking for stability in Phoenix.
That obviously never materialized. Durant was traded by the Suns to the Houston Rockets. The Warriors, meanwhile, were left to deal for Jimmy Butler, who missed significant time due to injury.
Butler tore his ACL in January, setting back the franchise by the bay. The expectation is for Butler to return to the Warriors roster, but a return date is still unknown.
The narrative of the Warriors’ offseason has been a swing and miss, as they’ve consistently missed out on acquiring another star to pair alongside Curry, Butler, Draymond Green, and Kristaps Porzingis.
On Thursday, head coach Steve Kerr admitted he is content with his current group and didn’t even think the team had a chance to land LeBron James, who signed with the Philadelphia 76ers a week ago.
Golden State’s roster does have one key addition. The Warriors selected Yaxel Lendeborg out of Michigan with the 11th overall pick in the 2026 NBA Draft and is expected to play a major role.
Lendeborg has been impressive in his short time with the team, as he led Golden State’s Summer League team to a championship earlier this month. He was crowned the series MVP for a 21 point, 10 rebound, and 2 steal performance.
Despite the team reportedly being content, the reality of the Warriors is that it’s an aging group that has been decimated by injuries, and Curry is only getting older.
Curry, 38, who is considered the greatest shooter of this era of basketball, missed 39 games for the Warriors last season as he was dealing with runner’s knee.
When Durant was a member of Golden State from 2016-2019, it was some of the best basketball of his career. The future Hall of Famer helped the team win two NBA championships and was crowned Finals MVP both times, while averaging 25.8 points, 7.1 rebounds, and 5.4 assists per game.
Cardinals @ Blue Jays Game Thread
I’m getting this together ahead of time in case I’m not back for game time.
Vlad is back in the lineup, as is Jesus Sanchez who is back along with Braydon Fisher. Lips and Macko are back in Buffalo
Braves vs. Nationals chat and discussion: Bryce Elder vs. Foster Griffin
The game starts at (around) 7:00 p.m. Friday, it’s nearly 90 degrees and Truist Park is the place to be as the Braves are taking on the Nationals once more. Will the Braves take the 2-0 lead and at least ensure a split with a win tonight? Will Washington’s bats make Bryce Elder their latest victim? We’re about to find out!
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Washington Nationals vs Atlanta Braves Game Thread
After losing three of their last four, the stakes are raised for the Nats tonight. They really need a win to stay in the hunt and avoid falling out of the race. The clutch hitting just has not been there for this group lately. Hopefully that will change tonight.
Blake Butera is making a few adjustments. Jose Tena will be in the lineup as the second baseman, giving Nasim Nunez a day off. Jacob Young is in center, moving Dylan Crews to right and James Wood to DH. Brady House is in there at third, while Harry Ford does the catching. Foster Griffin takes the ball in what could be his last start with the Nats.
The Braves only have a couple changes. Long time Brave Austin Riley is in the lineup at third base. That moves Mauricio Dubon to left field. Joey Bart will do the catching while Drake Baldwin shifts to DH. Bryce Elder has had an up and down season, with more downs lately. However, his last two starts have been better. He is on the mound tonight.
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Game Info:
Stadium: Truist Park
Time: 7:15 PM EST
TV: Nationals.TV and Fox 5 WTTG
Radio: 106.7 The Fan
With Foster Griffin on the mound, this is a massive game that could determine what team the lefty is making his next start for. The Nats are 17-4 in Griffin starts, a trend they will look to continue. To do that, they will need to hit with RISP. Follow along in the comments down below and let’s go Nats.
St. Louis Cardinals vs Toronto Blue Jays Game Discussion Friday
The St. Louis Cardinals will get out their passports and visit Canada to take on the Toronto Blue Jays over the weekend. The Cardinals will send Kyle Leahy to the mound while the Blue Jays will start All-Star Dylan Cease. First pitch is scheduled for 6:07pm central time and the game TV broadcast will be available on Cardinals.tv.
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Game Thread: White Sox (57-51) at Rays (64-44)
After getting out of the gates after the All-Star break with a strong road trip that saw four wins in six games, the White Sox started to falter. Losing four of five to the Houston Astros and New York Yankees, it looked as if the South Siders were starting to wilt under the pressure. Out of nowhere, the White Sox pulled two miraculous wins in extra innings out of their hat, and found a way to split the series with the Yankees.
Those two wins were absolutely critical and may turn out to be the difference in a tight AL Central that Chicago currently leads by two games. Unfortunately, their work is far from over as they now face off against the best team in the American League, the Tampa Bay Rays.
Just like they have for most of the past decade, the Rays have been one of the more underrated and underappreciated teams in the majors and will pose a real test for the White Sox. While the Rays don’t have an especially potent offense or pitching staff, they do have a 40-16 record at home — by far, the best in baseball. They will look to improve upon this year’s success at Tropicana Field when they throw out Nick Martinez to start tonight’s game.
Much like the Rays, Nick Martinez has flown under the radar this year and there should be much more noise surrounding his Cy Young candidacy. Martinez comes into Friday’s game with a 10-2 record and 2.45 ERA, good for second in the American League and fifth in all of baseball. With just three starts in which he’s allowed more than two earned runs, and never allowing more than three all year, the best way to attack Martinez in his current form is to find a way to elevate his pitch count and get him out of the game as soon as possible.
Unfortunately, that’s incredibly hard to do when Martinez is in the upper echelon of pitchers when it comes to allowing walks, with just 20 in 20 starts this year. He also limits hard-hit balls and is methodical as a pitcher. The one saving grace for the White Sox is that Martinez struggles to strike batters out, totaling just 67 in more than 117 innings of work.
As for the White Sox, it’s another “Fedde Friday”, as Erick Fedde takes the hill. While he hasn’t been great this season, he’s been exactly what you’d expect from a pitcher at the tail end of the rotation. Even his 5-6 record and 4.25 ERA don’t tell the whole story, as Fedde sports a 3-1 record and an ERA of 3.73 over his last seven starts.
To be quite honest, Fedde’s stuff isn’t anything to write home about. He’s been more than serviceable as a fifth starter, but it’s clear the Rays have the edge on the mound tonight. With that in mind, all Fedde needs to do is keep Chicago in the ball game and hope they can find the same late success as they have in their last two games. Although Chicago’s bullpen isn’t exactly the best, either, a battle between the bullpens is their best bet at taking the first game of this series.
Here are the starting lineup for the Chicago White Sox:
Here are the starting lineup for the Tampa Bay Rays:
First pitch is 6:10 p.m. CST. You can watch on CHSN or listen on ESPN Chicago 1000. Let us know your thoughts and predictions below!
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Brewers Reacts Survey Results: Jacob Misiorowski’s workload
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the MLB. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Brewers fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys.
In this week’s Reacts survey, we asked fans how they’d like to see the Brewers handle Jacob Misiorowski’s workload down the stretch.
Perhaps unsurprisingly, nearly half of fans (47%) said the Brewers should be setting strict pitch counts and limits, while 38% said the team should spread his starts out more. The final 15% voted for the team to continue pitching him every fifth day as normal.
Misiorowski has already tossed 120 innings across 20 starts this season, putting him very close to his previous career-high of 141 1/3 innings reached last year (between Triple-A and MLB). The team has already started to pull back a bit on Misiorowski, as he’s been spaced out a bit between starts and had his pitch counts limited, with just 83 pitches on Sunday and 65 pitches in his previous start.
With the trade deadline on tap, it seems likely the Brewers will look to add another starter, and adding one would solve two problems at once — give some relief to Misiorowski, and add general depth to the rotation with two-plus months to go. Who would you like to see the team go after to help out?
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Steph Curry Next Team Odds: Is Curry Seeing Green?
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Only one year remains on Stephen Curry’s deal with the Golden State Warriors, and with NBA fans bored during the summer months, speculation continues to swirl around the future Hall of Famer's future.
While the two-time MVP has no plans of finishing his career anywhere but the Bay Area, Kalshi’s Steph Curry next team odds suggest the grass might be greener on the other side...
As we’ve learned in the NBA over the years, Kevin Garnett voice: “ANYTHING IS POSSIBLEEE".
Steph Curry Next Team Odds: Top Contenders
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| Team |  |
|---|---|
 Golden State Warriors | 92% |
 Boston Celtics | 6% |
 San Antonio Spurs | 4% |
 Charlotte Hornets | 2% |
Percentages courtesy of Kalshi.
Key Takeaways
- No Time To Panic for Dub Nation: Steph Curry remains the heavy favorite to stay in Golden State at a 92% implied probability, and the 38-year-old has shown no signs of wanting out of the Bay Area or feeling unappreciated (looking at you, Tom Brady).
- Green Bean: A misunderstanding has positioned the C's with the second-best odds to land him at 6%.
- Spur of the Moment: Some traders have taken a liking to the idea of Curry in San Antonio, moving the Spurs probability to 4%.
Steph Curry Next Team Odds
Stays with Golden State or Retires | ‘Yes’ 92¢ | 92% Chance
The Golden State Warriors have little incentive to move Stephen Curry. The Warriors control nearly all of their future first-round picks through 2033, giving them flexibility to retool without sacrificing their franchise icon.
Combined with Curry's loyalty, the organization remains committed to keeping him in the Bay Area.
Boston Celtics | ‘Yes’ 6¢ | 6% Chance
After dealing Jaylen Brown to the 76ers for Paul George, the Boston Celtics are still left with plenty of young talent to try and land another superstar next to Jayson Tatum.
That said, much of the Curry-to-Boston discourse is centered on rumors around a misinterpreted column from a Celtics beat reporter saying Brad Stevens reached out about the availability of the Dubs' PG, which has since been cleared up by the man himself.
I did not report that the Celtics made an offer to the Warriors
— John Karalis 🇬🇷 (@John_Karalis) August 2, 2026
I wrote a column that said IF the Warriors were open to a Steph trade that Brad WOULD call.
I thought it was pretty clear that the whole piece was my opinion
NBA fans are hilarious.
San Antonio Spurs | ‘Yes’ 4¢ | 94% Chance
While there are no specific reports that give this scenario much legs, the San Antonio Spurs have often been brought up when discussing where Curry could go if he decided to part ways with Golden State.
The prospect of pairing Steph with Wemby sounds like a whole lot of fun, and the Spurs have enough assets to land the future Hall of Famer if the opportunity arises. Remember though, there's a reason this only has a 4% chance of happening.
Charlotte Hornets | ‘Yes’ 2¢ | 2% Chance
At first glance, seeing a future Hall of Famer wrap up his career with an organization like the Charlotte Hornets seems far-fetched, but our very own Jon Metler breaks down why these odds could accelerate quickly...
There’s a Stephen Curry Next Team market open on Kalshi
Charlotte Hornets sitting at 2% 👀 https://t.co/dqHS61BFDNpic.twitter.com/tpw5AAv45w
— Jon Metler (@JonMetler) July 31, 2026
Patience is key
While trading on a market like this is fun, NBA expert Jon Metler discusses the best course of action moving forward, and what dates to keep in mind:
There are two key dates to watch in this Stephen Curry Next Team market on Kalshi. First, Curry becomes eligible to sign an extension with the Golden State Warriors on August 29. If he signs, the trade speculation likely fades. If he doesn't, the rumors will only intensify, as he'll be on track to become a free agent after next season. The second key date is October 21, 2026, when this market closes. That leaves no time for the Warriors to stumble through the season, decide they can't contend, and pivot to trading Curry. If there's going to be real momentum toward a deal, it likely starts with contract negotiations on or around August 29. If those talks stall because Curry isn't satisfied with the roster, this market could change quickly.
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Kodai Senga to start tonight versus Marlins
After Freddy Peralta was scratched from tonight’s start due to increased trade interest (per manager Andy Green), Kodai Senga was named tonight’s starting pitcher against the Marlins.
Senga hasn’t started a game in over a month, and has exactly one (1) appearance with no earned runs either as a starter or reliever. His 8.85 ERA is a far cry from his stellar 2023 campaign or the start of 2025 before an errant throw landed him on the Injured List. With the expected departure of Peralta, Senga will likely get a few more opportunities to show that he’s got something left in the tank before he enters the fifth year of his contract next season.
Senga will be squaring off against Janson Junk for Miami tonight at Citi Field.
There is still no news regarding Peralta’s landing spot, but there are reportedly many teams involved, including the White Sox, Braves, and Phillies.
Ahead of the game, Cionel Pérez was placed on the 15-day IL, retroactive to July 30, with a left forearm strain. To replace both he and the traded A.J. Minter on the active roster, the Mets have recalled right-handed pitchers Jonathan Pintaro and Xzavion Curry from Triple-A Syracuse.
Friday night Orioles game thread: vs Phillies, 7:05
Happy Friday, everyone! It’s a warm evening in Baltimore as the Orioles and Phillies kick off a big series in what will surely be a rocking crowd filled with both Orioles and Phillies fans.
But first, some news if you missed it. The Orioles have announced that they signed Yennier Cano to a two-year contract extension with a club option for 2029. Those two years are his arbitration years, so this isn’t a big move. Good for them, I guess. The Orioles are weird. Anyway, on to tonight’s game.
Brandon Young is on the mound for the Orioles, sporting a sharp 3.13 ERA. The Orioles are 14-3 in games started by Young this year, which might make him the most valuable player on the team.
For the Phillies, it’ll be righty Andrew Painter on the mound. Painter is a 23-year-old rookie who was Philly’s top prospect coming into the season. He made the team out of spring training and made 12 starts and two relief appearances before he was demoted to Triple-A. His first go-round in the big leagues did not go so well, with a 7.06 ERA and 1.662 WHIP in 14 games. He was sent to the minors on June 17th and has made five starts with a 4.56 ERA. That doesn’t sound great, but he had four very good starts and one very bad one.
If Painter shuts down the Orioles, I know everyone in the comments will register their displeasure about how they rolled over for a guy with a 7 ERA. And while they technically wouldn’t be wrong, it’s worth keeping in mind that Painter is a recent top prospect with just 14 MLB games who was performing better in Triple-A. I would prefer, however, that the Orioles light him up like a Christmas tree and render this entire conversation moot.
The Orioles lineup is your typical vs righties lineup of late, however you choose to feel about that. Coby Mayo is in against the right-handed pitcher, which is fine with me. He has done better against them of late and it’s worth seeing if that’s real, in my opinion.
The Phillies lineup might be filled with aging guys, but it still has a lot of street cred.
Orioles lineup
Dylan Beavers (L) LF
Pete Alonso (R) 1B
Gunnar Henderson (L) SS
Taylor Ward (R) DH
Leody Taveras (S) RF
Jackson Holliday (L) 2B
Coby Mayo (R) 3B
Colton Cowser (L) CF
Yohel Pozo (R) C
Phillies lineup
Trea Turner (R) SS
Kyle Schwarber (L) DH
Bryce Harper (L) 1B
Alec Bohm (R) 3B
Brandon Marsh (L) LF
J.T. Realmuto (R) C
Bryson Stott (L) 2B
Gabriel Rincones Jr. (L) RF
Justin Crawford (L) CF
Let’s go O’s!
D-backs @ Guardians Discussion
I was originally going to post this as a reply to DbacksEurope’s comment on the Place Your Bets thread, but I ended up rambling on a bit, so figured I should write it up here instead. Basically, the core was “Thank you AZSnakePit for reminding me that I am terrible in gambling.” Me, too. I don’t do it often, and when I do, expect to lose whatever I wager. It’s the price you pay for the entertainment, like buying a ticket to a baseball game or a movie. Indeed, I think gambling and watching sports are similar endeavors: you’re mostly watching things over which you have no control, and hoping for a particular outcome to take place. The uncertainty is the thrill.
However, personally, there’s a very large social aspect to both. If I gamble, it’s typically along with Mrs. SnakePit. We’ll sit beside each other at a slot machine, taking turns and agonizing over the spin of every reel, celebrating or commiserating as appropriate. Sitting by myself, pushing the button, just isn’t anywhere near as much fun. And the same goes, I find, for watching sports. I go to games with other people. If I’m at home and watching, I’m inevitably on the ‘Pit as well. I can’t remember the last time I watched any sporting event “in isolation”. I know some people watch other teams and game, but me? I’ll just wait for the highlights.
This is not to say there’s a “right” or “wrong” way, of course. But I think that sports and gambling are perhaps tied closer to each other than we’d like to think, in terms of the endorphins they release in our brains. And that may partly be why we now have MLB openly and blatantly touting for these companies. But remember, folks! Any player who gambles threatens the very fabric of baseball! We’ll have more on the topic, after this word from our latest sponsor, Kalshi. “It’s not gambling, it’s a prediction market”.
We now return you to your regularly scheduled Gameday Thread. 🙂 I’ll also embed the Confidence Poll today and tomorrow, in case anyone hasn’t yet voted, what with it being an off-day yesterday!