American MLB club, Queens, NL East
Gotham FC has moved closer to its Queens home, with Sam Kerr returning to Gotham in a 1-0 win at Citi Field last night. The event marks a milestone as Gotham prepares to share Etihad Park with NYCFC in 2028 and aims to break attendance records for a women’s game in New York.
Wildfire smoke from Canada and the Midwest has pushed air quality to dangerous levels across the U.S., prompting health warnings. Officials urge residents to stay indoors and mask up as a split doubleheader is rescheduled with revised start times.
Wildfire smoke is harming public health at multiple levels: it spikes asthma and heart issues within hours, increases emergency visits, and poses long-term risks for pregnant women and cognitive health. Studies link smoke exposure to higher stroke rates, dementia risk, and preterm births. Experts urge stronger fire-prevention measures as fires grow more frequent with warming temperatures.
Josh Kerr has broken Hicham El Guerrouj’s 27-year mile world record in London and now aims to win Commonwealth gold in Glasgow 2026 with the Commonwealth Mile, while the event shifts to a non-Olympic cycle. He is driving a data‑driven, bespoke kit program to chase 3:42 per mile at the Diamond League before the Games.
The Women’s Pro Baseball League has launched its inaugural season with four teams — New York, Boston, Los Angeles and San Francisco — and a 15-game schedule per club. ESPN and Scripps Sports Network have secured U.S. distribution for regular-season and playoff games, and opening weekend games are at Robin Roberts Stadium in Springfield, Illinois.