Dolphins linemen Austin Jackson, Liam Eichenberg improving as they learn new positions in camp  —  MIAMI GARDENS — There is optimism at training camp that the Miami Dolphins' offensive line will improve from last season solely on the additions of Terron Armstead and Connor Williams.

Tyler Naquin trade is another minor move for Mets team still in need of major addition  —  While they still have a few more days until the Aug. 2 trade deadline, thus far the Mets have made moves to give themselves little micro-advantages rather than springing for any of the best available options.

Are these the last days of J.D. Martinez with the Red Sox?  —  Xander Bogaerts sought and received reassurance that he will remain with the Red Sox beyond the trade deadline.  The same cannot be said of J.D. Martinez.  —  Martinez gets the drill.  Unlike Bogaerts, who has spent …

Andrew Benintendi wasn't surprised by trade to Bombers  —  Andrew Benintendi landed in New York Wednesday afternoon as the Royals' All-Star.  He ended the night playing cards and reminiscing with Royals teammates after getting news he'd be playing on the other side Thursday night.

Without antitrust exemption, MLB's ability to govern working conditions for minor leaguers ‘may not be possible,’ says Rob Manfred  —  In a letter to the Senate Judiciary Committee, Major League Baseball commissioner Rob Manfred argued that “it may not be possible” for the league to enforce …

Angels entertaining possible Shohei Ohtani blockbuster  —  Teams are calling regarding a potential trade for Angels two-way phenom Shohei Ohtani, and while a trade involving the unique superstar is seen as very unlikely, the Angels are for perhaps the first time not hanging up the phone.

3 things we learned at Chicago Bears training camp, including Lucas Patrick out early and Teven Jenkins' absence  —  ExpandAutoplay  —  1 of 49  —  Quarterback Justin Fields (1) at Bears training camp on July 27, 2022.  (Brian Cassella / Chicago Tribune)

Cardinals can strike at the deadline to upgrade starting rotation, not patch it  —  WASHINGTON — The schedule allows the Cardinals to downsize to a four-man rotation for the next week as they buy time to figure out who will be their fifth starter.  —  The calendar indicates they'll have that answer by Tuesday.

Astros interested in Nationals' Josh Bell amid Yuli Gurriel's struggles  —  Batting champion Yuli Gurriel's slippage has caused the Astros to take a look at Nationals first baseman Josh Bell.  Names have been exchanged, but the ask was said to be high.  —  “He's a great makeup guy and his strikeouts are down,” one scout says.

At training camp, Ravens QB Lamar Jackson's contract status is notable.  So is his participation.  —  Ravens' Lamar Jackson shares his thoughts about engaging on social media and a cut-off time for contract negotiations.  (Baltimore Sun)  —  As Lamar Jackson and the Ravens continue …

Four teams ahead in Juan Soto trade sweepstakes with deadline looming  —  MORE FROM:  —  With four days to go, the Cardinals, Padres, Dodgers and Rangers, among others, appear at the forefront of trade talks for superstar Juan Soto, and someone connected to the talks said he “absolutely” …

Charles Barkley ends contract flirtation with LIV Golf  —  Charles Barkley has ended any future contract talks with LIV Golf and will stay with TNT's “Inside The NBA,” Barkley told The Post.  —  “I want to thank Greg Norman and LIV for their interest in me,” Barkley said in a phone interview.

Mets' Max Scherzer after using PitchCom for first time: ‘Should be illegal’  —  Max Scherzer used the PitchCom system for transmitting signs for the first time Wednesday night in his Subway Series debut against the Yankees, saying catcher Tomas Nido wanted him to try it.