NPR's Eyder Peralta talks to sports reporter Michele Steele about the FIFA World Cup draw, the MLS Cup Final this afternoon, and a classic NFL rivalry matchup this weekend.

What a pleasure this week to say it's time for sports. (SOUNDBITE OF MUSIC) SIMON: The head of the NFL players union steps down. NFL rookies hold out. And the second half of the baseball season begins ...

And now it's time for sports. SIMON: Big NFL names seek trades, a big baseball trade and remembering Ryno. Sports journalist Michele Steele joins us. Michele, thanks for being with us. MICHELE STEELE: ...

Michele Steele and ESPN are parting ways. Steele has been a frequent face for the network since 2011, but she announced Thursday that she is in her final two weeks with ESPN. “I’m turning the page,” ...

NPR's Scott Simon and sports reporter Michele Steele discuss championship night in women's soccer and the return of King James to the NBA court.

SIMON: The head of the NFL players union steps down. NFL rookies hold out. And the second half of the baseball season begins. Michele Steele of ESPN joins us. Michele, thanks for being with us.