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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 […]

The New Orleans Saints just lost some valuable versatility on their roster. Fourth-year linebacker and regular special teams contributor Andrew Dowell suffered a torn ACL at training camp Wednesday, per Nick Underhill of NewOrleansFootball.com, and will miss the entire season. The injury was not initially believed to be so serious, but further tests have brought […]

The 2023 NCAA Tournament will always have a “what could have been” wistfulness attached to it for UCLA basketball fans. While UConn proved to be one of the most dominant forces that we have ever seen in the month of March, the Bruins could have been a tall hurdle to clear had Jaylen Clark not […]

Last year around this time, many Milwaukee Brewers fans were beside themselves after the organization traded top closer Josh Hader to the San Diego Padres. This year, instead of losing a pivotal pitcher during the postseason they are gaining one. The long-awaited return of right-handed starter Brandon Woodruff is expected to take place this Sunday […]

Fair compensation debates are raging throughout some of America’s largest entertainment industries. Although the NFL is in no danger whatsoever of shutting down production like Hollywood, disgruntled running backs have dominated headlines during the first week of training camp. And the issue is not going away anytime soon. Josh Jacobs is in no hurry to […]

Although it was expected for a long time, the St. Louis Cardinals officially entered the Twilight Zone when they became sellers ahead of the MLB trade deadline. One of the most consistently successful franchises in baseball was forced to build for the future and forgo the present by dealing away key contributors like Jordan Montgomery, […]

Framber Valdez was in desperate need of a solid start after a rough July in which he compiled a troubling 7.29 ERA. Well, the Houston Astros starting pitcher did a little better than that, throwing a no-hitter against the Cleveland Guardians Tuesday night. The home crowd at Minute Maid Park witnessed the two-time All-Star achieve […]

The 2023 MLB trade deadline and the days preceding it may not have emitted the full-blown blast that fans were initially hoping for, but it still had a little bit of everything. A couple of future Hall of Fame pitchers were dealt, the Los Angeles Dodgers were snubbed, the Miami Marlins added pieces to further […]

The Miami Marlins are trading for Cleveland Guardians first baseman and designated hitter Josh Bell in return for veteran infielder Jean Segura and prospect Kahlil Watson, per ESPN’s Jeff Passan. Segura was promptly released from his new home and “is owed the rest of his salary this year, $8.5M for next season plus a $2M […]

The scuffling Tampa Bay Rays needed to solidify their starting pitching rotation before Tuesday’s MLB trade deadline. There was no disputing that fact, given the club’s early-season injuries and the Baltimore Orioles’ second-half surge. But few expected the reinforcements to come in the form of Cleveland Guardians’ Aaron Civale. The Rays swooped into acquire the […]

The New Orleans Saints and their fans are anxiously waiting to see if running back Alvin Kamara will face disciplinary action by the NFL for an offseason arrest in 2022 for alleged battery. Before a potential suspension is handed out, though, the five-time Pro Bowler wants to explain his perspective of the situation to Commissioner […]

With so much up in the air regarding the future of Arizona football, the program needed a big recruiting triumph. It got just that in the form of the state’s top-ranked quarterback in the 2024 class, 4-star Demond Williams Jr., per 247 sports. The question now is, what conference will he be representing during his […]

With three wild card spots available in each league and several small-market teams exceeding expectations, the 2023 MLB trade deadline figures to have a more accessible buyers market than maybe ever before. That free-for-all does not apply to the Detroit Tigers (47-59), but they will play a big role on Tuesday, nevertheless. “The Tigers are […]

The Houston Astros are unsurprisingly considering a potential reunion with Justin Verlander after just winning a World Series with him as their ace in 2022. They have every incentive to be aggressive at the MLB trade deadline, especially in light of the Texas Rangers’ busy weekend. But there may not be anything the Astros can […]

All eyes are on the New York Mets with the clock quickly ticking down to Tuesday’s MLB trade deadline. No one knew what the organization exactly had in mind before a hectic weekend, but now it is clear New York is looking completely past 2023 and even dramatically changing its 2024 plans. David Robertson was […]

An unfathomable thought almost eight months ago, Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin is practicing in pads at training camp for the first time since his cardiac arrest in January. He dashed out of the locker room and onto the field surrounded by a sea of applause and support Monday morning, per NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero. […]

The Boston Red Sox are doing an excellent job of keeping their fans on their toes going into the MLB trade deadline. Multiple paths have been speculated as potential directions the front office will take in the next day-and-a-half. The club can pursue extra reinforcements for a playoff push or maximize return value of expiring […]

Luka Doncic is fully focused on the team he is playing for right now, and that is the Slovenia national team not the Dallas Mavericks. The FIBA World Cup tips-off in less than a month in the Philippines, so his attention is with his country. He did briefly share his insights on the Mavs’ busy […]

Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor is formally requesting a trade, according to Ian Rapoport of NFL Network. This bombshell comes after he met with owner Jim Irsay. His long-term contract situation has evidentially completely fallen apart. Taylor arrived at training camp but was placed on the Physically Unable to Perform list (had ankle surgery […]

Aside from Josh Jacobs’ contract situation, the biggest concern the Las Vegas Raiders had going into training camp probably revolvde around their secondary. They signed former All-Pro cornerback Marcus Peters last week after keeping an eye on him throughout the offseason, but the team can use all the bodies it can manage. Hence why Nate […]