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It was only a matter of time before that slimy Bob Sugar married his way into the top of the sports world. Los Angeles Lakers owner Jeanie Buss tied the knot with comedian Jay Mohr in an intimate wedding ceremony on Malibu Beach this past Sunday, via TMZ. The two had been publicly dating since […]

In light of all her recent success, American teenage sensation Coco Gauff is under great pressure to win the US Open Women’s Championship. With those high stakes can come plenty of frustration, which is only exacerbated by an experienced and resilient opponent, and an outspoken coach. Before eventually pulling out a three-set victory against the […]

After predicting that LSU football would go into Tallahassee and topple No. 8 Florida State, head coach Brian Kelly had to eat his words when his No. 5 Tigers were trounced, 45-24, Sunday night. Perhaps even more painfully, though, he was forced to come to grips with the harsh reality that his team might not […]

New York Mets fans finally thought a new day had finally dawned in Queens going into the 2023 MLB season. In the later years of the Jeff Wilpon Era, a morning cup of coffee was usually sipped while learning of the latest outrageous mishap to plague the franchise. Work was an escape from the obligatory […]

USC football came into this season with the clear goal of reaching the College Football Playoff after an 11-win season in Lincoln Riley’s first year as head coach. That is not likely to happen without a drastic defensive makeover, though. Following the Trojans’ 56-28 win versus San Jose in last weekend’s opener, it is hard […]

The Detroit Lions surprised many fans with their gutsy, and at times innovative, offensive play-calling last season. This year, fans are even more excited to see what they have planned, particularly for rookie running back Jahmyr Gibbs. Offensive coordinator Ben Johnson only raised the level of curiosity surrounding this football team with his latest comments. […]

On the final day of 2022, TCU football was heralded as one of the most feel-good underdog tales that had been witnessed in recent memory. Since then, though, the gridiron has only been a place of pain for the Horned Frogs. Looking to build on an appearance in the 2023 National Championship Game and move […]

When Deion Sanders arrived at Colorado football and brought with him a top-25 recruiting class, it was only a matter of time before Boulder was rebuilt from its ashes. But few were bold enough to predict a monumental change in the first game of this ambitious, new era. Sanders and the Buffaloes wasted no time […]

We are in September, and the Baltimore Orioles still own the best record in the American League at 83-51. But that does not mean general manager Mike Elias and the front office are going to be complacent when it comes to their roster. Baltimore is getting in on the MLB waiver wire hysteria, claiming old […]

Colorado football has come to play. A superb recruiting resume obviously carries substantial weight in this sport, but no one knew exactly what to expect in Deion Sanders’ first game as Buffaloes head coach. The ambitious squad went into halftime with a lead over the home-team TCU Horned Frogs. One of the reasons was because […]

New York Yankees rookie outfielder Jasson Dominguez might have just been getting out of diapers when Houston Astros starting pitcher Justin Verlander began his Hall of Fame-worthy career in 2006. Friday night, he was taking him yard in his first MLB at-bat. Verlander has seen and accomplished enough to not be embarrassed by such a […]

Coming off a hugely disappointing season, head coach Jimbo Fisher and Texas A&M football are surely focused on flipping the narrative in 2023. Though, their attention has at least been somewhat preoccupied going into their Week 1 game versus New Mexico. Freshman wide receiver Micah Tease has been arrested on felony drug charges and is […]

The race for Manchester United forward Mason Greenwood is over. With Lazio seemingly the front-runner to land the 21-year-old native of the United Kingdom, the Serie A club simply could not complete a deal in time. The failed talks allowed La Liga’s Getafe to sneak in and sign Greenwood on a season-long loan from the […]

Fox Sports 1 personality Nick Wright prides himself on being fearlessly authentic. He insists that his opinions are not played up for atings, despite some fans thinking otherwise. So when he declares USC ‘s Caleb Williams as already being one of the five best quarterbacks in the game today (pro or college) or lists Michael […]

After being constantly reminded of the rare and colossal struggles the franchise is enduring in 2023, New York Yankees fans will be delighted by this latest bit of Pinstripes history. “If Jasson Domínguez, Everson Pereira, Oswald Peraza and Anthony Volpe all start tonight, it would mark the first time the Yankees had four players 23-or-younger […]

James Harden is among the most controversial stars in the NBA, but you wouldn’t know it from listening to Lil Wayne. On Friday’s edition of Undisputed, the rap legend and new weekly co-host offered his reasoning for why the Los Angeles Clippers should trade for the former MVP. “[The Clippers] should want [James Harden},” he […]

Although Texas football has failed to live up to their lofty expectations in recent years, the program keeps finding a way to reel its rabid fan base back in. The Longhorns have effectively set the stage for the upcoming 2023-24 season with their new hype video. They immediately played up the narrative that has defined […]

With September officially upon us and still no Chris Jones, Kansas City Chiefs fans have to be sweating a little. The defending Super Bowl champions kick off the 2023-24 NFL season at home against the Detroit Lions next Thursday, but it is looking less likely that their All-Pro defensive tackle will be suiting up. Despite […]

Say what you will about Deion Sanders, but he is a dreamer. The first-year Colorado football head coach has grand ambitions ahead of the team’s Week 1 road matchup versus TCU this Saturday afternoon. In fact, he believes the program is going to reach such heights during his tenure that its success will greatly impact […]

Thursday night’s game between the Atlanta Braves and Los Angeles Dodgers had it all. The two best teams in the National League battling it out, with their best players locked in a tight MVP race. A big stage like the one afforded by Dodger Stadium showcased all of that greatness, and allowed fans to witness […]

As another potentially challenging NFL season approaches, New England Patriots fans are probably more comfortable remembering the glory days. The team obliged on Friday morning, releasing a 2000 NFL Draft conference call that featured the man who jump-started one of the greatest dynasties the sport has ever seen. “All I was looking for was just […]

You can’t solve everything with money, but sometimes a good chunk of change can give a team a desperately-needed makeover. The Chicago White Sox must change the atmosphere in the clubhouse and the product on the field. That essential mission is already underway and will really ramp up this offseason. As expected, owner Jerry Reinsdorf […]

It is hard to imagine Mike Evans not wearing a Tampa Bay Buccaneers uniform. Well, fans might be wise to start preparing for such a reality, as contract talks between the veteran wide receiver and organization “have produced no progress and seem to have reached an impasse,” according to Ari Meirov of The 33rd Team. […]

Thursday, August 31, 2023 will always be remembered as the night Ronald Acuna Jr. became the first MLB player in history to hit 30 home runs and steal 60 bases in a single season. But the Atlanta Braves superstar also achieved some other remarkable history against the Los Angeles Dodgers that must be properly recognized. […]

In addition to being one of the biggest tournaments on the tennis calendar, the US Open is a grand spectacle that blends New York culture and personality. Many casual viewers look forward to the various celebrity and athlete cameos that comprise this unique event. The signature Flushing flare is an essential part of this proud […]

It feels downright inappropriate to criticize the Los Angeles Dodgers (83-49) after the dominant August they have put together. Mookie Betts and Freddie Freeman are both vying for National League MVP honors, Clayton Kershaw is in top form and the division is as good as locked up. There is really nothing to nitpick as the […]

We’ve all been there. Everyone has said something they would like to take back almost immediately. It might have taken Kelly Stafford a minute or two, but she is now regretting revealing comments she made regarding her husband, quarterback Matthew Stafford, and the Los Angeles Rams locker room. The Super Bowl 56 champion’s wife was […]

It is very difficult to enter a season without much hype and still find a way to get fans’ hopes up. The Boston Red Sox (69-64) were picked to finish either near or at the bottom of the American League East by many but still managed to suck the Fenway Faithful into their ill-fated playoff […]

No matter how far removed from the Octagon she is, Ronda Rousey will always be a central figure in UFC history. Her lofty resume and big-name recognition naturally still has a wide-ranging appeal. In fact, one former mixed martial artist revealed that she was offered an insane amount of money to make a grand return. […]

The Cincinnati Reds were nearly dealt a devastating double whammy at the hands of the San Francisco Giants Tuesday night. Starting pitcher Alex Cobb was just one out away from throwing a no-hitter in front of the home crowd in Oracle Park before Spencer Steer hit a devastating double. What will now unfortunately be overshadowed […]

As if it was not clear by now, Austin Reaves has arrived. It has been a whirlwind year for the Los Angeles Lakers breakout and FIBA World Cup standout, who is still processing his massive leap in popularity. It can be difficult to stay humble when murals are being made in your honor, but the […]

Seattle Mariners fans might have been a bit concerned after learning the playing status of their red-hot star, Julio Rodriguez, for Tuesday’s home matchup with the Oakland Athletics. In the midst of a historic run for both player and franchise, Rodriguez has been scratched from the lineup because of left foot soreness, per MLB.com’s Daniel […]

And so it continues. The Indianapolis Colts and their fans remain bogged down by the ongoing drama involving disgruntled running back Jonathan Taylor, after no trade was completed before the team’s Tuesday, 4. p.m. ET deadline. He will begin the regular season on the Physically Unable to Perform list, opening the organization up to more […]

Amid all of the Seattle Mariners and Arizona Diamondbacks hoopla, the Milwaukee Brewers have quietly won eight games in a row to maintain control in the National League Central. They are gearing up for a pivotal three-game series with the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field. Before that begins, though, the organization had to make an […]

Do as I say, not as I do. In a twist of irony, the Detroit Lions are waiving quarterback Adrian Martinez on Monday afternoon, according to Dave Birkett of the Detroit Free Press. Jared Goff and Teddy Bridgewater are now the only two active QBs on the roster, with opening kick-off just a week-and-a-half away. […]

Although Justin Verlander and the Houston Astros (74-58) have their eyes firmly fixed on the present, the 40-year-old ace made sure to honor a big part of his past in Sunday’s road win against the Detroit Tigers. Verlander and former teammate and fellow future Hall of Famer Miguel Cabrera exchanged a show of respect before […]

One of the reasons the Pittsburgh Steelers are gaining a lot of traction as a potential playoff team this season is because of the number of young breakout candidates they have on their roster. While most of the focus is naturally going to be on quarterback Kenny Pickett, one of the players he will be […]

Although Texas football is joining the SEC in 2024, they might as well already be gone as far as Big 12 Commissioner Brett Yormark is concerned. He is displaying zero objectivity when it comes to the Longhorns, whom he is openly rooting against in their Nov. 24 regular season finale versus Texas Tech. Steve Sarkisian […]

Baseball fans everywhere have been plagued by wishful thinking. “If Chris Sale can stay healthy, everything will come together.” “If Giancarlo Stanton can be Giancarlo Stanton, look out.” “Things will turn around in Chicago now that Tony La Russa is gone” (that last one just took a wild turn, huh). The latest purveyor of false […]