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Jordan Walker Wins Derby, Lynx Duo Scores 70
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On this episode of Yesterday in Sports, Chris Horwedel recaps a busy Monday led by Jordan Walker winning the 2026 Home Run Derby, a huge WNBA scoring night from Kayla McBride and Olivia Miles, the official Miles Bridges trade between the Charlotte Hornets and Phoenix Suns, and the latest World Cup semifinal injury news.
The show opens in Philadelphia, where Jordan Walker wins the Home Run Derby at Citizens Bank Park by defeating hometown favorite Kyle Schwarber in a dramatic final round. Schwarber hits 11 home runs in the final, but Walker catches fire late, homering on each of his final 6 swings to become the first St. Louis Cardinals player ever to win the Derby. Chris breaks down how the Derby’s revamped swing-based format created more pressure and strategy, and why Walker’s win feels like another step in his breakout season after entering the All-Star break with a career-high 22 home runs.
With no regular-season MLB games because of the All-Star break, the focus shifts to the WNBA, where Minnesota beats Phoenix 104-100 behind a massive combined performance from Kayla McBride and rookie Olivia Miles. McBride scores a season-high 37 points with 6 three-pointers, while Miles adds a career-high 33 points and 8 assists. Chris explains why Minnesota’s ability to win a shootout adds another layer to a Lynx team that has already shown it can win with defense, structure, and late-game execution.
The show also covers Angel Reese recording her league-leading 16th double-double of the season as the Atlanta Dream beat the Los Angeles Sparks 101-92. Reese finishes with 23 points and 13 rebounds, while Allisha Gray adds 20 for Atlanta.
In the NBA, the Hornets and Suns officially complete the Miles Bridges trade. Phoenix receives Bridges, a 2029 first-round pick, and a 2027 second-round pick, while Charlotte receives Grayson Allen, Royce O’Neale, and an unprotected 2033 first-round pick. Chris breaks down the deal from both sides: Phoenix adds an athletic forward scorer and draft assets, while Charlotte takes another step away from the LaMelo Ball and Miles Bridges era, adding veteran rotation pieces and a potentially valuable future first-round pick.
The episode also runs through NBA Summer League results, including wins for the Knicks, Raptors, Hawks, Mavericks, Cavaliers, Jazz, Suns, and Trail Blazers. Kobe Johnson scores 30 for Atlanta, while Cleveland second-round pick Meleek Thomas puts up 35 points against Miami.
The World Cup section focuses on the developing injury update around France captain Kylian Mbappé ahead of the France-Spain semifinal. Mbappé did not complete France’s full training session as the team continues managing a minor ankle issue, but Didier Deschamps says he is fine and expected to play. Chris previews the matchup between France and Spain, noting that neither team has trailed during the tournament, France has outscored opponents 14-2, and Spain will try to control possession while limiting France’s transition chances.
The show closes with English golfer Joe Dean earning the final available spot in The Open Championship through the inaugural Last Chance Qualifier at Royal Birkdale. Dean’s story includes working as a grocery delivery driver to support his golf career, reviving his ranking with a runner-up finish at the 2024 Kenya Open, trying to find lodging near Southport, and preparing for both The Open and his wedding the following week.
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