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When someone has a one-on-one exchange with Tampa Bay Buccaneers general manager Jason Licht for the first time, it is usually memorable. During a press conference for star wide receiver Mike Evans– who signed a two-year $52 million contract extension early in the week– Licht entertained the media by recalling where he was when the […]

The Baltimore Ravens are investing in one of the players most responsible for them having the top scoring defense and leading the NFL in sacks last season. Pro Bowl defensive tackle Justin Madubuike has agreed to a massive four-year $98 million contract extension, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Baltimore placed the franchise tag on the 26-year-old, […]

Based on how this season has gone for the New Jersey Devils, it is only fitting that the team surprises fans at the NHL trade deadline. General manager Tom Fitzgerald tried to have the best of both worlds, selling away forward Tyler Toffoli to the Winnipeg Jets for draft picks and also acquiring two goalies […]

Amid all the speculation, the New England Patriots seem to be ready to officially end the Mac Jones experiment. The team is fielding trade calls for the former national championship-winning quarterback, per NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. With free agency starting soon and the NFL Draft a little more than six weeks away, the Pats might […]

The Boston Bruins are acquiring defenseman Andrew Peeke from the Columbus Blue Jackets in exchange for former first-round draft pick Jakub Zboril, per TSN’s Darren Dreger and Chris Johnston of the Athletic. The B’s are staying busy ahead of the NHL trade deadline and look to solidify their roster for their redemption-seeking postseason quest. Boston […]

The New York Rangers (40-18-4, 84 points) are staying active on NHL trade deadline day as they look to prepare themselves for what fans hope is an eventful and possibly historic postseason. Although they could not snag Jake Guentzel from the Pittsburgh Penguins, the Blueshirts are still finding a way to do business with their […]

The Seattle Kraken (28-23-11, 67 points) are keeping everyone on their toes with their latest move. Despite dealing Alex Wennberg to the New York Rangers earlier in the week, they are not ready to be a definite seller at the NHL trade deadline. Veteran forward Jordan Eberle is staying put after signing a two-year contract […]

Since the latter half of the 2023-24 campaign, Tennessee Titans fans have been preparing to say goodbye to one of the best offensive players in the history of the franchise. But when Derrick Henry officially signs with another team in NFL free agency as is expected, it will feel surreal for most of Nashville. He […]

It had been more than a week since Anthony Edwards treated Minnesota Timberwolves fans to a true superstar game, but he chose the right time to give them a desperately-needed adrenaline boost. Fresh off the news that Karl-Anthony Towns would be sidelined with a torn left meniscus, the 22-year-old sent a strong message that the […]

As long as the PGA Tour and LIV Golf continue to operate as separate entities, fans are going to analyze any soundbite that might indicate a change of heart or loyalty. Imaginations have run wild after Rory McIlroy eased up on the critical comments he made about the Saudi-backed league, leading to some speculation that […]

South Bend doesn’t have much to smile about basketball-wise these days. Notre Dame had been weathering its share of ups and downs since 2018, but the credibility and big personality of Mike Brey gave fans hope that the program could re-establish itself as a major player in March. That feeling of security went out the […]

The Los Angeles Angels fans who were able to get through Tuesday’s spring training matchup against the Los Angeles Dodgers without feeling any nausea should pat themselves on the back. Seeing Shohei Ohtani wear the uniform of an in-state rival is something Halos supporters have been bracing for since last year, but nothing compares to […]

The Detroit Pistons and their fans are not looking at the standings. It makes little sense for a team to dwell on its record when it still has a single-digit win total in March. Everyone in the Motor City knows this year is a disaster. Therefore, one has to adjust their perspective and focus on […]

Morale is bound to be low during a tough losing skid, but it is imperative that players maintain their composure. Otherwise, there is a risk that things further unravel. Luka Doncic is in need of a stress ball after the Dallas Mavericks (34-28) suffered a 137-20 loss at the hands of the Indiana Pacers (35-28) […]

Jason Kelce is undeniably one of the greatest players in the Philadelphia Eagles’ long history, but his impact transcends the football field. He touched the city and NFL community with his larger-than-life personality and giving nature. He did more than fans even realized, though. Kelce’s longtime athletic trainer and friend, who is battling cancer, provided […]

The Dallas Cowboys know they will not be able to skimp out on Micah Parsons’ contract extension when the time comes to put pen to paper, but perhaps they are looking to save some money in the meantime. On Tuesday, the team exercised the All-Pro’s fifth-year option but did so with him labeled as a […]

Many New York Mets fans have begrudgingly accepted the fact that the 2024 campaign is probably going to be a transitional season that will center around the development of the team’s younger players. Unreasonable patience is unfortunately a hallmark of their fandom and can thus be extended for another year. But it comes with the […]

With merger negotiations not progressing as fans initially anticipated, The PGA Tour is clearly focused on growing on its own. That is, with a little help from some of the biggest names in sports and entertainment. Actor and former governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, Olympic skiing legend Lindsey Vonn and blockbuster movie star Chris Pratt are joining […]

After a brutal end to an overall successful road trip, the Golden State Warriors are ready to shift their attention to a Wednesday night showdown with the Milwaukee Bucks in the Chase Center. The Boston Celtics, however, are not so keen on moving past their Sunday shooting exhibition versus the Dubs, which saw the 48-12 […]

Los Angeles Clippers star Paul George might still be in search of his first NBA championship, but he has already attained quite the public persona. It is one so prolific that Grammy-nominated rapper and singer Nicki Minaj wanted to do business with him. “You know what’s funny, this was maybe like a year or two […]

The inevitable has happened. Quarterback Russell Wilson is being released by the Denver Broncos, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. A split was essentially guaranteed after a tense and bizarre end to last season, which saw the Super Bowl 48 champion get benched. “We spoke with Russell Wilson today to inform him of his release […]

While fans buzz with anticipation for NFL free agency, many players will experience the unfortunate reality of professional sports. The Jacksonville Jaguars dealt some bad news to defensive tackle Foley Fatukasi on Monday, and the timing was quite brutal. Hours after the team’s official X account wished the veteran a happy birthday, Jacksonville is releasing […]

There is arguably nothing that causes baseball fans more anxiety than a health update on a pitcher’s elbow or shoulder. Seasons can instantly be altered by such injuries. Hence, the Great White North might be sweating a tad over the latest news regarding Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Kevin Gausman. Though, it appears he has […]

The Los Angles Lakers (33-29) are in the midst of some tense times, to say the least. Despite posting an impressive 9-3 record in the month of February, they are still not in a secure spot in the standings. There are four teams and two and a half games separating LA from the No. 6 […]

After more than a decade of being the standard at his position and a consummate professional, beloved Philadelphia Eagles center Jason Kelce is retiring from professional football, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter. Replicating the impact and dedication that No. 62 provided in the trenches will be a near-impossible task for this organization. The NFL world was […]

Oklahoma football has been a fixture on the recruiting battlefield for years, but they might have to be even more industrious in this crucial area now that it is joining the vaunted SEC. While head coach Brent Venables prepares for the 2024 campaign, he is also focused on pursuing some of the most talented prospects […]

Amid plenty of speculation that Mike Evans could be eyeing a huge payday with a championship contender, the star wide receiver is returning to the franchise he has called home his entire NFL career. The Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Evans have agreed to a two-year, $52 million contract, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. The 30-year-old […]

Although 2023 did not end with a playoff appearance for the Cincinnati Reds, it was a special season for the city and fan base. Hope was restored, as a path to sustained success was seemingly paved by the likes of Will Benson, Matt McLain, Spencer Steer, Andrew Abbott, Alexis Diaz and, of course, Elly De […]

USC basketball’s placement in the Pac-12 Conference standings has not changed much in the last month, but those who have been watching this team compete lately can spot obvious improvement. Isaiah Collier is reminding people why he was ranked as the No. 1 recruit in the country, and it is showing up on the scoreboard. […]

Although many baseball fans have been guilty of being the Boy Who Cried Blue Jay in recent years, this could be the season that Toronto finally lives up to the hype. Chronic underachievement in the playoffs gave way to a desperately important winter for the franchise. Despite his efforts, Blue Jays general manager Ross Atkins […]

Throngs of Los Angeles Lakers fans will be piling into the Crypto.com Arena in the hopes of witnessing LeBron James become the first NBA player to ever score 40,000 career points. The nine points needed to reach that immortal milestone are essentially guaranteed to come in a single game, likely by halftime. The only question […]

Josh Harris went into the 2023-24 season, his first campaign as Washington Commanders owner, with the hope that the team would be competitive after a .500 finish the previous year.. But he was also aware that big changes might be unavoidable. A 2-0 start validated this initial optimism, but only briefly, as the Commanders spiraled […]

The 2023 World Series was contended between two of the best defensive teams in baseball, and it is clear the San Francisco Giants are prioritizing that attribute in MLB free agency. They are signing Matt Chapman to a three-year deal worth $54 million, according to Jon Heyman of New York Post. The 30-year-old struggled in […]

Although the Houston Texans and Green Bay Packers became media darlings, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers were a feel-good story and genuine surprise during the 2023-24 NFL season. The team was under .500 with Tom Brady and got thoroughly embarrassed by the Dallas Cowboys in the playoffs. There was no evidence to suggest that swift improvement […]

If New York Knicks star Jalen Brunson had reached out to grab the extended hand of Golden State Warriors point guard and future Hall of Famer Chris Paul after a hard foul, there would have been a number of overstated social media posts. Some people would label it as a “passing of the torch moment” […]

Although the most recognizable players on the St. Louis Cardinals are all over the age of 30, the 2024 campaign is likely to be determined by the younger Redbirds. There are two groups of this youth movement, with guys like Masyn Winn looking to find their MLB sea legs and carve out a regular role […]

Although Shohei Ohtani is unlike anything the MLB has ever seen, the most fascinating thing about the Los Angeles Dodgers superstar might be his insane ability to avoid the spotlight in his personal life. When the whole sports world intensely followed every one of his purported movements, many falsely concluded he was on a flight […]

Andy Russell, an underrated but vitally important member of the iconic Pittsburgh Steelers’ “Steel Curtain” defense, has passed away at the age of 82. While he was not there for the entirety of the team’s dynastic run in the 1970s, the former linebacker is still immortalized in franchise history. Russell was selected in the 6th […]

The fluctuating Calgary Flames (29-25-5, 63 points) are presently riding a four-game winning streak and still in contention for the final wild card slot in the Western Conference. None of that momentum, however, is changing the front office’s plans for the March 8 NHL trade deadline. But one of their players might. With Chris Tanev […]