Right-Handed Pitcher Colin Holderman Has Rehab Assignment Transferred to Indianapolis

INDIANAPOLIS - The Pittsburgh Pirates today announced that right-handed pitcher Colin Holderman had his rehab assignment transferred from Single-A Bradenton as the Indianapolis Indians begin this week's split six-game series against the Louisville Bats at Louisville Slugger Field at 6:35 PM. Holderman is one of seven rehabbers assigned to Indy on eight separate stints, joining infielder Jared Triolo, first baseman Spencer Horwitz, right-handed pitcher Dauri Moreta, catcher/first baseman Endy Rod... Full Story

Texas Legends Named 2024-25 NBA G League Franchise of the Year

FRISCO, TX - The NBA G League today announced the Texas Legends as the 2024-25 Franchise of the Year, recognizing the organization's outstanding performance both on and off the court. This marks the Legends' second time receiving the league's top honor, having first earned the award in 2019. "We're incredibly proud to bring this award back to Frisco," said Texas Legends President Malcolm Farmer. "This recognition is a testament to the hard work and creativity of our front office, the dedication of our fans, and the deep connection we've built with the community we serve." The Legends set... Full Story

Jake Burger Scheduled to Rehab in Frisco

FRISCO, Texas - Texas Rangers first baseman Jake Burger is scheduled to begin his rehab assignment with the Frisco RoughRiders on Tuesday, July 1st when the RoughRiders face the Arkansas Travelers (Mariners affiliate) from Riders Field. Burger hit .220/.253/.403/.656 with 10 home runs and 29 RBI's in 65 games before being placed on the 10-day Injured List on June 21st with a left oblique strain. He was batting .246 (17-for-69) with three homers and eight RBI's across 17 games in June before the injury. The right-handed slugger was traded to Texas from Miami in exchange for former SS Eche... Full Story

Former Maori All Black Robbie Abel, Named Head Coach of Utah Warriors

HERRIMAN, UT - The Utah Warriors Rugby organization is proud to announce that Robbie Abel has been named Head Coach, effective July 1, 2025, following the conclusion of the 2025 MLR season. Abel has served as the Warriors' Forwards Coach and Pathway Manager since 2022, playing a central role in the team's evolution into a playoff contender and Western Conference leader. He brings a proven combination of professional playing pedigree and coaching leadership. A former professional player and front-rower, Abel's career included time with the Brumbies, Rebels, and Waratahs in Super Rugby, as... Full Story

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• Ex-Bruins forward, Mass. native returns to New England on AHL deal with Springfield (report) - AHL Springfield Republican
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See All Today's Images The following minor league and alternative professional sports teams on OurSports Central have been viewed the most over the last seven days:

1. Columbia Fireflies - Carolina League (CarL)
2. B.C. Lions - Canadian Football League (CFL)
3. Tampa Bay Rowdies - United Soccer League Championship (USL)
4. York United FC - Canadian Premier League (CPL)
5. New Mexico - ECHL (ECHL)
6. Seattle - Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL)
7. Richmond - Northwoods League (Northwoods)
8. Vancouver - Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL)
9. Topeka Scarecrows - Federal Prospects Hockey League (FPHL)
10. Cleveland - Women's Premier Soccer League Pro (WPSL Pro)

1. Weekly Sports League and Franchise Report
2. Last Week around the Leagues
3. Cleveland Charge Reveal Brand Evolution with Refreshed Logos and Marks
4. Reading Fightin Phils Welcome Diamond Baseball Holdings as New Owner
5. Indiana Fever Secure 94-86 Victory on the Road
6. WNBA Announces Expansion to Historic 18 Teams with New Teams in Cleveland, Detroit and Philadelphia
7. Thornton Out for Remainder of Game
8. Last Week around the Leagues
9. Inter Miami CF Meets PSG in Club World Cup Round of 16
10. Willeman Transferred to the Reds

The most recent minor league and alternative professional sports teams added to OurSports Central:

• Amarillo Warbirds - National Arena League (NAL)
• Colorado Springs Sky Sox - Pioneer League (PL)
• Philadelphia - Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA)
• Detroit - Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA)
• Cleveland - Women's National Basketball Association (WNBA)
• Golden City Football Club - MLS NEXT Pro (MLS NEXT Pro)
• Indiana Sentinels - Federal Prospects Hockey League (FPHL)
• New Mexico - ECHL (ECHL)
• Seattle - Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL)
• Fort Lauderdale United FC - United Soccer League One (USL1)

OurSports Central provides coverage of select alternative and minor league professional sports leagues in addition to the top junior hockey leagues and college wood bat baseball leagues:

BASEBALL
Affiliated Minor League Baseball
AzCL, AzFL, CalL, CarL, EL, FLCL, FSL, IL, ML, MLBDL, MWL, NWL, PCL, SAL, SL, TL
College Wood Bat Baseball
ApL, Northwoods
Independent Minor League Baseball
AA, AtL, FL, Pecos, PL

BASKETBALL
Men's Minor League Basketball
BIG3, CEBL, G League
Women's Basketball
WNBA

FOOTBALL
Indoor/Arena Football
AF1, IFL, NAL, TAL
Outdoor Football
CFL, UFL

HOCKEY
Junior Hockey
NAHL, OHL, QMJHL, USHL, WHL
Minor League Hockey
AHL, ECHL, FPHL, SPHL
Women's Hockey
PWHL

LACROSSE
Indoor Lacrosse
NLL
Outdoor Lacrosse
PLL, WLL

OTHER
Other Sports
MLR
Other Women's
LOVB, MLV, NWLS, PVF

SOCCER
Indoor Soccer
MASL
Outdoor Soccer
CPL, MLS, MLS NEXT Pro, USL, USL1
Women's Soccer
NSL, NWSL, USLSL, WPSL Pro