28 Appalachian League Alumni Selected in 2025 MLB Draft

CHAPEL HILL, N.C. - Twenty-Eight Appalachian League alumni were selected in the 2025 Major League Baseball Draft. Seven of the first 100 draft picks were former Appy League players; one first-round pick, two second-round picks and four third-round picks. Marcus Phillips (Elizabethton '24) became the league's first selection in 2025 when the Boston Red Sox drafted him with the 33rd overall pick. Phillips is the third first-round pick in league history, and the second highest overall selection.... Full Story

D.C. United Agrees to Appoint René Weiler as Head Coach

WASHINGTON, D.C. - D.C. United has agreed to appoint globally experienced Swiss manager René Weiler to become the club's next head coach, pending receipt of a U.S. work permit. Kevin Flanagan will continue in his role as interim head coach until Weiler's arrival. "D.C. United is a club with a proud history and a passionate fanbase," said René Weiler, D.C. United Head Coach. "The foundation on site gives me confidence in what we can build. There's still a lot of work ahead, but I'm fully committed to leading this club back to where it belongs, competing at the highest level in MLS.... Full Story

Former Mudcats Shine in MLB All-Star Game

ZEBULON, N.C. - The Carolina Mudcats were well represented at the 2025 Major League Baseball All-Star Game held on Tuesday night at Truist Park in Atlanta. Six former Mudcats were selected for the Midsummer Classic, which the National League won in a swing-off after the game was tied at six after nine innings. Hard throwing right hander, Aroldis Chapman, spent part of the 2011 season with the Mudcats. Tuesday night, representing the Boston Red Sox, Chapman worked a perfect bottom of the ninth inning to preserve the 6-6 tie. Francisco Lindor saw action in 83 games with Carolina in 2013 an... Full Story

MLS Selects Charlotte FC to Host 2026 MLS All-Star Game

NEW YORK - Major League Soccer announced today that Charlotte FC will host the 2026 MLS All-Star Game, marking a historic first for the club. The league's 30th All-Star matchup will take place next summer at Bank of America Stadium and will be broadcast globally in over 100 countries and regions on MLS Season Pass through the Apple TV app. "Charlotte has turned into a big-time soccer city, and we are pleased to bring the 2026 MLS All-Star Game to the Queen City," said MLS Commissioner Don Garber. "The city and region keep showing up for the sport -- from packed Charlotte FC crowds to global... Full Story

• Tampa Bay Sun FC Signs Forward Olga Massombo - Tampa Bay Sun FC (USLSL)
• San Diego FC and Defender Jasper Löffelsend Mutually Agree to Part Ways - San Diego FC (MLS)
• Former Wisconsin Standout Aryssa Mahrt Joins Spokane Zephyr FC on Loan from Orlando Pride - Spokane Zephyr FC (USLSL)
• How Toby Johnson Developed a Defensive Powerhouse on the Pirates - Massachusetts Pirates (IFL)
• Lions to Play First Preseason Game in Franchise History - Trois-Rivieres Lions (ECHL)
• Texoma FC Re-Signs Midfielder Damian IamarinoUntil the End of the Season - Texoma FC (USL1)
• Adirondack Thunder Announce Preseason Schedule - Adirondack Thunder (ECHL)
• 28 Appalachian League Alumni Selected in 2025 MLB Draft - (ApL)
• Bay FC Signs Midfielder Caroline Conti to New Contract Through 2027 Season - Bay FC (NWSL)
• Blazers Sign Import Goaltender Ivans Kufterins - Kamloops Blazers (WHL)
• All Today's Minor League News
  

• Kamilla Cardoso reintegrating while injuries pile up for the Sky - WNBA Chicago Sun Times
• Charlotte to host 2026 Major League Soccer All-Star Game - MLS WCNC
• Portland Fire team fans react to name, logo - WNBA KGW
• Questions about CT Sun's future loom over TD Garden sellout - WNBA Hartford Courant
• Trevor Lawrence: Jaguars QB visits Sporting Jax soccer - USLSL Florida Times-Union
• One Knoxville SC looks to rebound this week after 1-2 USL road trip - USL1 Knoxville News-Sentinel
• Sylvain Cloutier introduced as new Adirondack Thunder coach - ECHL Glens Falls Post-Star
• Quakes captain Cristian Espinoza named MLS All-Star for second time - MLS San Jose Mercury News
• Sparks just keep going and going in win over Mystics - WNBA Los Angeles Times
• Everyone gets involved as Kane County Cougars wallop Railroaders - AA Chicago Daily Herald
• All Today's Minor League Headlines

• Last Week around the Leagues by Fran Stuchbury
• Trejo Brace Dooms North Carolina FC by Fran Stuchbury
• Weekly Sports League and Franchise Report by Dan Krieger
• Last Week around the Leagues by Fran Stuchbury
• Weekly Sports League and Franchise Report by Dan Krieger
• Last Week around the Leagues by Fran Stuchbury

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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. Seattle - Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL)
6. Richmond - Northwoods League (Northwoods)
7. Vancouver - Professional Women's Hockey League (PWHL)
8. Topeka Scarecrows - Federal Prospects Hockey League (FPHL)
9. Cleveland - Women's Premier Soccer League Pro (WPSL Pro)
10. New Mexico - ECHL (ECHL)

1. Weekly Sports League and Franchise Report
2. The New York Cosmos are back
3. Tonight's Game Between the Stampeders and Roughriders Delayed Due to Air Quality
4. Preview: Chicago Stars FC vs. Corinthians SC
5. Houli Named Head Coach of the Johnstown Tomahawks
6. Last Week around the Leagues
7. Match Preview: Charlotte FC vs New York City FC: July 12, 2025
8. Rail Yard Dawgs New Logo and Jersey Designs Unleashed
9. New Mexico United vs. Charleston Battery Match Preview
10. Hops Stumble in 10-6 Loss to Canadians

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