The MLB pennant races are in full swing after the Trade Deadline, and this week features five crucial series. The Astros and Yankees are in key matchups against the surging Marlins and Rangers, respectively, with playoff spots on the line. Meanwhile, the Reds and Cubs will clash in a critical NL Central showdown, while the Blue Jays and Dodgers meet in a potential World Series preview. The Mets and Brewers will cap off the week with a rematch of last year's Wild Card series.

The NASCAR Cup Series regular season is nearing its end, and the pressure is at an all-time high as the tour heads to Iowa Speedway for the Iowa Corn 350 today at 3:30 p.m. ET on USA Network. With only four races remaining, the battle for the Regular Season Championship is tighter than it's been in years, with just 20 points separating the top four drivers. The playoff bubble is also a hot topic, as history has shown that no one without a win is safe in the final stretch.

Tonight, the Braves and Reds will make history at Bristol Motor Speedway in the inaugural 2025 MLB Speedway Classic. The event is poised to break the all-time MLB regular-season attendance record. The game, which airs on FOX at 7:15 p.m. ET, is a star-studded affair with a pregame concert featuring Tim McGraw, Pitbull, and Jake Owen. Players from both teams will be wearing special racing-themed uniforms.