DC Defenders promote Shannon Harris to head coach

The DC Defenders officially appointed Shannon Harris as head coach, removing his interim title. Harris, who served as interim coach last season, led the team to the 2025 UFL Championship and won the UFL Buddy Teevens Coach of the Year Award. UFL president Russ Brandon praised Harris for uniting the team and achieving league success, expressing excitement for his return in 2026. Harris took over just before the season after former coach Reggie Barlow departed for Tennessee State, guiding the Defenders to a 6-4 regular-season record, an XFL Conference Championship win over St. Louis, and a 58-34 victory against Michigan in the UFL title game. Harris expressed enthusiasm about continuing with the team and pursuing another championship.

The Los Angeles Angels, following a three-game sweep by the New York Mets that damaged their playoff hopes, are beginning a critical 13-game homestand.

Houston Astros manager Joe Espada maintained scheduled rest days for Jose Altuve and Cam Smith during Wednesday's game, despite four regular players being injured.

The San Diego Padres aim to improve their offensive output and defensive performance as they continue their push for postseason qualification, having lost two of their last three games.

Upcoming MLB series include the streaking Houston Astros facing the struggling Oakland A’s; the Padres and St. Louis Cardinals, both coming off road series losses, opening a four-game set; division leaders Toronto Blue Jays and Detroit Tigers clashing; and Cleveland Guardians pitcher Logan Allen leading his team in pursuit of a sweep against the struggling Baltimore Orioles.