July 1, 2026

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America’s 250th birthday is coming up this weekend, and the semiquincentennial has spawned a massive spread of merch collections to celebrate the occasion. Unsurprisingly, one of the best 250th merch collections comes from arguably the most American company around: Major League Baseball.

Ahead of its Fourth of July and All-Star baseball games, MLB unveiled a sprawling collection of USA 250 hats, T-shirts, and jerseys, created in partnership with Nike. The collection allows fans to celebrate their favorite team and players while also commemorating one of the country’s most significant birthdays yet. Shop the entire MLB USA 250 merch collection here at MLBShop.com, and look out for the pieces on your favorite players’ backs during this Fourth of July weekend’s games.

The highlight of MLB’s USA 250 collection is its jerseys, which slightly tweak each team’s kit with patriotic patterns and details. Team scripts are the same across the chest, but players’ numbers on the front and back now feature a star-spangled graphic. On the sleeves are subtle “USA 250” patches. The USA 250 jerseys are offered as Stadium Jerseys ($199.99), Authentic Jerseys ($419.99), or Replica Jerseys ($134.99). Some sizes for star players have already sold out, so act fast if you’re looking to get one.

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The collection also includes a wide range of hats and T-shirts. The T-shirts have quickly become best-sellers, featuring stars and stripes team logos centered on the chest, “1776–2026” below the logo, and a “USA 250” patch on the sleeve. The hats follow a similar format with stars and stripes logos and a patch on the temple.

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The MLB USA 250 merch collection is part of the league’s massive 250 celebration rollout, which also includes a campaign with Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers, sweepstakes, and a large slate of holiday weekend games.

“Baseball has been part of the fabric of American life since the sport’s creation, bringing people together through shared traditions, unforgettable moments and the simple joy of spending time at the ballpark with family and friends,” said Uzma Rawn Dowler, MLB Chief Marketing Officer & Senior Vice President, Global Corporate Partnerships, in a release. “Baseball brings Americans together, so as the National Pastime, we are proud to celebrate this special anniversary and to provide even more opportunities for people nationwide to engage with our sport this year. By creating these special opportunities honoring the country’s founding, we hope more fans than ever will enjoy memorable moments with baseball.”

Spain vs. Austria odds, prediction, time: 2026 World Cup Round of 32 picks from expert on 12-5 roll

Spain looks to continue their march towards their second World Cup championship since 2010 when they battle Austria in a 2026 World Cup Round of 32 matchup on Thursday. Spain, who are third in the FIFA rankings, won Group H by outscoring opponents 5-0. Austria, meanwhile, finished second in Group J. They defeated Jordan 3-1, lost to Argentina 2-0 and played to a 3-3 draw with Algeria. Austria is looking for its best World Cup finish since taking third in 1954.

Kickoff for Spain vs. Austria is 3 p.m. ET from Inglewood, Calif. The latest Spain vs. Austria odds from FanDuel Sportsbook list Spain at -300 (risk $300 to win $100) on the 90-minute money line, with Austria at +900 and a draw at +425. The over/under for total goals is 2.5. Spain are -950 to advance, with Austria at +610. Before locking in any Spain vs. Austria picks or World Cup 2026 predictions, check out the Spain vs. Austria predictions from SportsLine's Jon Eimer.

Eimer is a high-volume bettor who has vast knowledge of leagues and players across the globe. Since joining SportsLine, he has covered the English Premier League, Champions League, Serie A, the FA Cup, and much more. He's been red-hot on his soccer betting picks in 2026, posting a 31-13-2 record and returning over $1,200 of profit on his Champions League picks. He's also off to a fast start in the World Cup and is on an 25-15-2 run (63%) on WC picks. Anyone wanting to follow his World Cup betting advice at sportsbooks and on betting apps could see big returns.

Now, Eimer has studied Spain vs. Austria and just revealed his 2026 World Cup picks and betting predictions. You can head to SportsLine now to see his picks. Here are several World Cup odds and soccer betting lines for Austria vs. Spain:

Spain vs. Austria 90-minute money line	Spain -320, Austria +950, Draw +420
Spain vs. Austria over/under:	2.5 goals
Spain vs. Austria to qualify for next round:	Spain -950, Austria +610
Spain vs. Austria picks:	See picks at SportsLine
Spain vs. Austria streaming:	Fubo (Try for free)

Top Spain vs. Austria predictions

After examining Spain vs. Austria from every angle, Eimer is leaning Under 2.5 total goals (+106). Eimer sees Spain as being the much more talented side, but hasn't played at their best yet. Austria, meanwhile, are taking part in the World Cup for the first time since 1998 and have been one of the more exciting teams so far.

"This is one of the harder to predict Round of 32 matches for me," Eimer said. "If Spain was playing how they should be playing it would be easy, but right now it's a coin-flip of which Spain side shows up." With all of the uncertainties entering the match, Eimer is taking the Under. See Eimer's best bets for Spain vs. Austria at SportsLine, and you can bet the Under in Spain vs. Austria at FanDuel here:

How to make Spain vs. Austria picks

After studying the Spain vs. Austria matchup from every angle, Eimer has found a critical x-factor and locked in two plus-money best bets. You can head to SportsLine to see what they are.

So what are the best bets for Spain vs. Austria? Visit SportsLine now to see the best bets for Spain vs. Austria, all from expert on a 25-15 roll on World Cup picks, and find out.

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Twins top prospect Walker Jenkins carries young fan off field after collapse during national anthem

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Walker Jenkins went 3-for-5 with a double, triple and child helped on Tuesday. (Brace Hemmelgarn/Minnesota Twins via Getty Images)

Jack BaerStaff writerThu, July 2, 2026 at 12:37 AM UTC·1 min read

Minnesota Twins minor leaguer Walker Jenkins stepped up before Tuesday's St. Paul Saints game in a way that had nothing to do with his top prospect status.

Jenkins, the No. 14 overall prospect in baseball, according to MLB Pipeline, went viral on Wednesday via a video that showed him taking care of a young fan who collapsed while standing with the players during the national anthem.

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Jenkins noticed the fan wobbling and was soon carrying him off the field, eventually giving him to a staff member at the dugout.

The Saints, the Twins' Triple-A affiliate, confirmed Wednesday morning that the boy, named Lincoln, is doing well and has received some team merchandise.

After helping Lincoln, Jenkins proceeded to go 3-for-5 with a double, triple and three runs scored in a 12-6 win over the Buffalo Bisons. He was a home run shy of the cycle.

The Twins selected Jenkins fifth overall out of South Brunswick High School in North Carolina in the 2023 MLB Draft. He quickly developed into one of the best prospects in the minors, showcasing five-tool talent while playing well above his age at each level.

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This season, Jenkins, 21, is slashing .273/.394/.436 in 30 games with the Saints.

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By Tony JonesJuly 1, 2026 8:39 pm EDT Updated

The Philadelphia 76ers have expressed interest in acquiring free agent forward LeBron James, a league source who spoke on condition of anonymity to describe ongoing deliberations told The Athletic.

On the heels of Wednesday night’s blockbuster trade for Jaylen Brown — which sent Paul George and multiple draft picks to the Boston Celtics — the Sixers have thrown their hat into the proverbial ring for the star forward, who became an unrestricted free agent after eight seasons with the Los Angeles Lakers.

Philadelphia makes sense from a basketball perspective. The 76ers have enough scoring, depth and ballhandling at the top of the roster to allow James to ease into a role. And with James — or even without him — Philadelphia projects as a championship contender. The Golden State Warriors, Cleveland Cavaliers and Miami Heat are also considered among the frontrunners for James’ services.

James, 41, remains an All-Star-caliber player and one of the league’s most impactful talents. The 76ers were eliminated in the second round of last season’s playoffs by the New York Knicks, who went on to win the NBA championship.

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