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After months of just hanging around, the Seattle Mariners (61-52) are starting to recapture the magic that propelled them into a momentous 2022 season. Tuesday, the club continued its climb up the American League Wild Card standings by staying true to its identity- pitching. And boy did Logan Gilbert deliver on that front. The former […]

LeBron James will be remembered as one of the biggest sports icons in American history when it is all said and done. That honor usually comes with an abundance of statues. But has he done enough to crack the Los Angeles Lakers’ proud lineage of greatness in order to be forever commemorated outside Crypto.com Arena? […]

The Baltimore Orioles are the best team in the American League and are currently battling the defending World Series champion Houston Astros in what could end up being a potential playoffs clash. Yet, the public’s focus is firmly on a controversy regarding the suspension of team broadcaster Kevin Brown. Their fans are especially ticked off. […]

NFL legend Deion Sanders has experienced a lot during his first season as Colorado football head coach. He basked in the excitement that his name and reputation helped bring to Boulder, weathered some controversy amid historic roster turnover and navigated chaos in the Pac-12. Most importantly, though, Sanders pushed through serious health issues. The Hall […]

Pittsburgh Steelers’ Minkah Fitzpatrick may be an elite safety in the NFL, but that does not mean he is above taking advice from a former player. He has found himself a mentor in ex-franchise star and ESPN analyst Ryan Clark. “RC’s an open book, the three-time All-Pro said, via Steelers Depot’s Josh Carney. “I love […]

Despite recent substantial changes to the landscape of the Big Ten and Big 12, the SEC football is still currently the foremost brand in college sports. You might not know that, though, based on the recently unprompted and possibly pointed comments of league commissioner Greg Sankey. When refuting claims that the SEC only added Oklahoma […]

There are intense debates held about the current condition of the United States of America seemingly every minute, but you would be hard-pressed to find someone more passionate about who is representing the country at the 2023 FIBA World Cup than Gilbert Arenas. The retired three-time NBA All-Star and podcast host has not been shy […]

Remember when parting ways with Hall of Fame manager Tony La Russa was supposed to reinvigorate the Chicago White Sox clubhouse? Yeah, not so much. On the heels of former players’ claims that the team has a culture issue, a report has surfaced that claims shortstop Tim Anderson was involved in a physical altercation with […]

Last season, the Baltimore Orioles broke free from the doldrums of the MLB and surprisingly flirted with postseason contention nearly the entire year. Everyone was waiting for the cool-off period. Eventually, it came and the O’s were left outside of the wild card picture. This season, they are not showing any signs of slowing down. […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers need their guy back. Despite building distance with a four-game lead in the National League West, the perennial powerhouse has been sporting a chink in its armor for a while. LA just does not have enough pitching depth. Well that is changing very soon, as manager Dave Roberts revealed that Clayton […]

There will surely be an in-depth documentary about the collapse of the Pac-12 Conference years from now, with every major decision of current commissioner George Kliavkoff and those who preceded him likely to be nitpicked and maligned. It is a historic low light that will warrant a full examination. However, before the dust even settles […]

Things do not often go as planned in the wildly unpredictable world of professional sports. Sometimes, an unforeseen setback forcibly brings an athlete to a crossroads. Such was the fate for a former Pittsburgh Pirates and Chicago Cubs pitcher who saw his MLB career come to an unfortunate end because of shoulder injuries. But with […]

With the Pac-12 disintegrating beyond comprehension, it is easy to overlook all of the other conflict and tribulation plaguing college sports. Wake Forest football, for example, just suffered a big loss to their offense on the first day of fall practice. Wide receiver Donavon Greene will miss three to five months with a knee injury, […]

The New England Patriots’ 2021 free agency marked a rare swerve in organizational philosophy, as they went on a big spending spree and overpaid multiple players like Jonnu Smith, Nelson Agholor and Hunter Henry. It would have been a full-blown fiasco if not for the addition of star edge rusher Matthew Judon. That is a […]

Despite not publicly admitting it, the Indianapolis Colts organization is likely well-aware that this upcoming season is a rebuilding and transitional year. A rookie quarterback and head coach, as well as a fractured relationship with star running back Jonathan Taylor foretells a lot of growing pains and potentially a bevvy of negative headlines. At least […]

The Dallas Cowboys’ recent postseason follies can best be attributed to a lack of one specific and essential trait. Discipline. Penalties and poor on-field judgment have tarnished the reputation of a once sterling franchise. The best way to prevent history from repeating itself is to hammer everything down in training camp. Unfortunately, that means even […]

The Los Angeles Rams’ 2021-22 Super Bowl run will always be linked to the redemption tale of Odell Beckham Jr. They needed each other to reach the apex and re-establish themselves as undeniable forces in the NFL. Both had a brutal year following their epic triumph. Beckham endured a torturous ACL recovery process before landing […]

Jordan Love was destined to be the Green Bay Packers starting quarterback when they drafted him in 2020. There was public skepticism and some turbulence along the way, but the franchise stayed on that course. It all culminated this offseason when the Aaron Rodgers era, after so much speculation and tension, finally reached its eventful […]

Many celebrities have made a foray into the wrestling world, but few have grasped it as quickly or as well as Logan Paul. In fact, it is inaccurate to even compare him to anyone of that ilk, as he has become one of WWE’s most reliable in-ring performers since he had his first match at […]

Friday was just one of those days for the San Diego Padres. With .500 finally in reach, they entered the weekend ready to begin a big home series against the Los Angeles Dodgers. Hours before first pitch, Joe Musgrove was placed on the injury list and shut down with a shoulder injury. Then, the team’s […]

Philadelphia 76ers president of basketball operations Daryl Morey could be living on the edge. On the one hand, he could have an abundance of cap space to use next offseason if James Harden is traded sometime soon. However, the longtime executive might not be the one spending it if the Sixers fall short again in […]

James Harden and the Philadelphia 76ers remain at sort of an impasse. The team did not want to make a long-term commitment to the former MVP, and Harden has his heart on playing for the Los Angeles Clippers. Although there are potential barriers standing in the way of reaching that resolution, this has apparently been […]

The New Orleans Saints, their fans and fantasy football managers no longer have to live in suspense regarding the status of Alvin Kamara. The former second-team All-Pro running back is suspended for the first three games of the 2023-24 NFL season for his role in a battery case stemming from a 2022 Las Vegas fight. […]

Oftentimes, the initial wave of hype surrounding something can quickly die down. That’s just the nature of this heightened social media age. Everyone moves onto the next viral and noteworthy topic. Three weeks after officially signing with MLS club Inter Miami, excitement is still sky-high for Lionel Messi in the United States. Messi mania is […]

With multiple players returning from injury around the same time, the Boston Red Sox have had to make some unfortunate subtractions to their roster. The latest player to be removed from the MLB squad, and ultimately the organization, is catcher Jorge Alfaro, according to MassLive.com’s Chris Cotillo. The 30-year-old journeyman was designated for assignment when […]

San Diego Padres fans have been forced to modify their definition of reaching the mountain top a number of times throughout this season. Before the year began, the apex was the World Series. Nothing else would suffice after falling short last season. After a poor start, that definition remained intact but no longer entailed winning […]

Commitment is not an easy thing to do, really in any stage of life. The fear of failure and humiliation can be too crushing for some. The Los Angeles Angels put themselves out there ahead of the trade deadline, taking a massive leap to try to make the playoffs and subsequently keep Shohei Ohtani in […]

Aside from a lull these last few years, the San Antonio Spurs have been regarded as one of the best basketball organizations since the turn of the century. They draft superstars and build around them by looking for hidden gems that fit their system in the draft and international talent pool. With the front-office and […]

There are certain players who may not fill up the back of their baseball cards with amazing stats and accolades, but they still leave a worthwhile impression in the clubhouse and with the fan base. Christian Arroyo served that very role for the Boston Red Sox during the last four seasons. A playoff push means […]

The dismantling of the Pac-12 conference has unfolded similarly to a horror movie for the last year. It started off with a big punch to the gut with USC and UCLA announcing their monumental decision to join the Big Ten. Things simmered a little, with maybe a jump scare here and there, but nothing too […]

Football has finally returned. Well, sort of. We are not going to let the “preseason” label dampen the excitement or prevent us from immediately forming opinions. It may seem silly to overanalyze the Cleveland Browns’ comeback victory over the New York Jets in the annual Hall of Fame Game Thursday night, but there is no […]

Miami Dolphins fans were optimistic when cornerback Jalen Ramsey posted about the progress of his rehab, but they have to be absolutely blown away after he was spotted at training camp on Friday. The 28-year-old star was standing on the sidelines during practice, without any crutches, per Bobby Shouse. Ramsey is just a week removed […]

The fall from grace for former Texas A&M star and Cleveland Browns quarterback Johnny Manziel several years ago was well-documented, but you probably did not fathom just how dark things got in his life. In his Netflix documentary Untold: Johnny Football, which is set to premiere on Aug. 8, Manziel reveals that he attempted suicide […]

Despite holding a slim lead in the chaotic National League Central, the Milwaukee Brewers are in a somewhat precarious position going into the last two months of the season. A feeble lineup, inconsistent starting pitching and stiff competition in the Cincinnati Reds and Chicago Cubs means that Craig Counsel’s club will need to dig down […]

There is maybe nothing more impressive in sports than making the incredible feel ordinary. Shohei Ohtani again put together a masterful performance that should not be possible in the modern era, and yet who can really feign surprise anymore? Ohtani, in what could best be described as his audition for an old “Bo Knows” commercial, […]

Regardless of all of Kyrie Irving’s misdoings or controversies, no one can deny the Dallas Mavericks star’s wizardry with the basketball. His elite ball-handling skills are well-documented, but his unique and highly effective finishing skills at the rim deserve a little more shine. Especially in light of what his former teammate Iman Shumpert just revealed. […]

New York Jets fans are seeing a rejuvenated Aaron Rodgers, one who seemingly left all of his baggage back in Green Bay. His commitment to winning a Super Bowl and reviving this long suffering football culture has been evident since he was traded near the end of April. Taking a $33.7 million pay cut is […]

Following a dreadful, NFL-worst 3-14 record last season, the Chicago Bears had a long way to go to earn respect from fans. Though, a lively offseason has seen them plug in many of their biggest holes and provide quarterback Justin Fields with a considerable safety net on offense. Their latest move aims to restore their […]

The end of the Pac-12 Conference could be imminent. The league better be bracing for further calamity, as Arizona football is inching closer out the door. “Sources: Arizona is in deep discussions with the Big 12 about joining the league,” ESPN’s Pete Thamel reported. “Some finality is expected in the near future, as there’s an […]