Thursday’s baseball schedule kicks off with a 9 a.m. game as San Diego takes on Atlanta, followed by a 3:30 p.m. match between Kansas City and Detroit. At noon, Tampa Bay faces Toronto, while the more lighthearted Banana Ball features Clowns against Party Animals at 4 p.m. The Minor League scene is highlighted by Sioux City at Lincoln at 4:30 p.m. and Oklahoma City against Sacramento at 6:30 p.m. Fans can catch these games on ESPN, NBCSBA, MLB Network, and Peacock.
The Basketball Tournament Returns
TBT fans can catch Thursday’s action as Hall In takes on Boeheim’s Army and The Enchantment faces the AfterShocks. Both contests air on FS1 and FS2 at 4 p.m. and 6 p.m., respectively. These matchups return on Friday with the same timing and channels. The tournament continues to draw a diverse crowd with its high-level amateur competition and engaging storylines.
Niche and International Sports
Banana Ball, a fun twist on baseball, offers two games this weekend. The Clowns versus Party Animals matchup is set for 4 p.m. on Thursday, while the Firefighters take on the Bananas at 5 p.m. on Friday, both airing on ESPN2. The Little League Softball Regional Championships are also in full swing on Thursday, with regional titles being contested on ESPN across multiple time slots.
Internationally, tennis fans can watch ATP and WTA events from Kitzbühel and Prague, airing on T2 and Golf Ch. throughout the weekend. In addition to tennis, golf remains a focal point with the PGA’s 3M Open and the U.S. Senior Open, both broadcasting on Golf Ch. Saratoga Live returns to FS2 for horse racing enthusiasts and the Tour de France reaches its final stages, with stages 19 and 20 airing on NBCSN and Peacock.
Football fans have a chance to catch a few different events. Thursday features the CFL matchup between Edmonton and Saskatchewan at 6 p.m. on CBSSN, while Friday’s IFL game between Tucson and San Diego is set for 6 p.m. on Yahoo Sports. In cycling, fans can follow the final two stages of the Tour de France on Peacock and NBCSN.
Other notable events include the X Games New Orleans at 6 p.m. on ESPN, NWSL matches between Bay FC and Houston as well as Gotham and Portland on Friday, and the WNBA All-Star Weekend, which features the 3-Point and Skills Challenge at 5 p.m. on ESPN. Track and field enthusiasts can catch the USATF Outdoor Championships at 3 p.m. on NBCSN and Peacock.
The NFL Flag Championships are also active this weekend, with several time slots for teams TBA on NFL Net. High school and youth games will air at various times on ESPN and ESPN2. NASCAR fans can follow the Brickyard 400 and other races at IRP, with practices and qualifying sessions on TruTV and FS1.
Motor sports also see coverage, including F1’s Hungarian Grand Prix practices on Apple TV and ARCA’s LiUNA! 150 at 2:30 p.m. on FS1. The NHRA Northwest Nationals are set for 5 p.m. on FS1. These events reflect a broad range of sports and cater to various fan interests.
For a complete look at all the events happening over the weekend, check the detailed calendar from Yahoo Sports. Whether you’re into mainstream sports or niche competitions, there’s something for everyone this week.