XFINITY’s #5ToFollow - Friday, August 2nd

1. Javier Fortuna vs. Luis Franco - #FNF

Details: Friday, August 2 @ 9:00 PM ET - Buffalo Run Casino - Miami, OK

Why Watch: This fight is sure to pack a punch, as the heavy favorite, Javier Fortuna, has recorded 16 KO’s and an outstanding 22-0 record. The challenger, Franco, just 14 when he won the Junior World Champiship in 2000, is looking to find his way back into the spotlight after recent loses. Watch as Fortuna defends his record, and Franco attempts to claw back into the limelight.

#5ToFollow Insider: Nigel Collins - @ESPNFNF

Nigel Collins is ESPN’s boxing analyst covering all Friday Night Fights. Collins will be tweeting live from Buffalo Run Casino in Oklahoma during Friday night’s rumble in the ring.

2. Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Ceremony - #NFLHOF

Details: Saturday, August 3 @ 7:00 PM ET - Fawcett Stadium - Canton, OH

Why Watch: Believe it or not, the Pro Football Hall of Fame is celebrating its 50^th anniversary, and they’re doing it in style with the 2013 enshrinement’s ceremony. The Hall’s golden anniversary will feature the off-the-chart talents of Bill Parcells, Warren Sapp, Cris Carter and Jonathan Ogden. These all-time greats will put on their well-deserved golden jacket for the first time on Saturday, joining the NFL elite.

#5ToFollow Insider: The Pro Football Hall of Fame - @ProFootballHOF

The Pro Football Hall will take you behind the scenes for the biggest moments of the evening. Get all the latest by following @ProFootballHOF.

3. New York Red Bulls at Sporting KC - #MLS

Details: Saturday, August 3 @ 6:30 PM ET - Sporting Park - Kansas City, KS

Why Watch: Sporting KC’s Grahum Zusi and the Red Bulls’ Thierry Henry most recently met as teammates at the MLS All Star game. But, on Saturday night Zusi and Henry will meet on the pitch on opposite sides of the ball. Watch the sheer talent of Zusi and Henry kickoff the second half of the MLS season, as Sporting KC and the Red Bulls meet on Saturday night.

#5ToFollow Insider: Ryan Rosenblatt - @RyanRosenblatt

Ryan Rosenblatt is one of my favorite follows for soccer talk and snark. Rosenblatt is the North American Soccer Editor for SB Nation, and will be sharing game analysis with his followers throughout Sunday night’s game.

4. Dallas Cowboys vs. Miami Dolphins - Hall of Fame Game

Details: Sunday, August 4 @ 8:00 PM ET - Fawcett Stadium - Canton, OH

Why Watch: It’s the first preseason game! And, keep your eye on the Cowboys’ giant WR Dez Bryant (6’2”) as he lines up against the Dolphins’ CBs. Byant’s size is likely to create interesting matchups.

#5ToFollow Insider: One Cool Customer - @OCC44

The One Cool Customer (OCC) handle is a must follow for Sunday night’s HOF game. OCC’s experience is tried and true as SB Nation’s lead writer of BLOGGING THE BOYS. You’ll get facts, stats, analysis and more all game long.

5. Atlanta Braves vs. Philadelphia Phillies - #ATLvsPHI

Details: Sunday, August 4 @ 8:00 PM ET - Citizens Bank Park - Philadelphia, PA

Why Watch: The Braves roll into Philadelphia on Sunday with All-Star first baseman, Freddie Freeman. Freeman has connected for 4 HRs in the last week. It’s my bet he’ll stay hot and continue to put up big numbers in this game.

#5ToFollow Insider: Tom McCarthy - @TMacPhils

As the play-by-play announcer for the Philadelphia Phillies, McCarthy definitely gets baseball, but did you know he’s rocking social media as well? He’s calling the games, tweeting out insights, and answering fan questions in real-time. Give him a follow for the NL East rivalry game Sunday night.