Austin Hays, Kyle Finnegan and Brendan Rodgers were among 62 players who became free agents Friday when their teams failed to offer them 2025 contracts.

The Reds acquired starting pitcher Brady Singer from the Royals in exchange for infielder Jonathan India and outfielder Joey Wiemer.

The 49ers will start Brandon Allen at QB on Sunday against the Packers in place of an injured Brock Purdy, coach Kyle Shanahan said Friday. DE Nick Bosa also will miss the game with injuries to his left hip and oblique.

Orlando Pride forward Marta has played in a World Cup final and three Olympic gold-medal matches but said no game ranks higher for her than Saturday’s NWSL Championship.

Pelicans star Zion Williamson has undergone multiple treatments on his left hamstring and is not close to a return to action, sources told ESPN on Friday.

Despite being without Joel Embiid, who is dealing with swelling in his left knee, the 76ers managed to end a five-game losing streak Friday against Brooklyn behind another outstanding performance from self-proclaimed “rookie of the year” Jared McCain.

Saquan Barkley says he’s hoping Daniel Jones can “find the same fresh start and success” he has with the Eagles.

The QB was released 439 days after signing a $160 million contract, having won three of 16 starts.