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Juan Soto led Team Dominican Republic to a much-needed win over Nicaragua Monday in the 2023 World Baseball Classic. Team Dominican Republic shook up its vaunted lineup after losing its first game against Venezuela, placing Soto in the leadoff spot. The move paid off as Juan Soto went 2-4 with a home run in the […]

Defensive tackle Daron Payne is returning to the Washington Commanders on a four-year, $90 million contract. Payne is now one of the highest-paid players at his position, but the 25-year-old indicated that the money isn’t the only reason why he committed to the Commanders for the long term. “We’re one little piece away from being […]

The Denver Nuggets are on upset alert, according to Boston Celtics legend Paul Pierce. In a conversation with former teammate Kevin Garnett, Pierce explained that the Nuggets are the most likely of the top-three seeds in the Western Conference to lose their first-round playoff series. “I think Denver is the most likely out of the […]

The Indianapolis Colts could move one from one of their high-priced veterans on the offensive line during the 2023 NFL offseason. The Colts have made center Ryan Kelly available for a trade, sources tell ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler. If the Colts don’t trade Ryan Kelly, the offensive lineman could be released, according to the report. Kelly […]

New Orleans Saints fans are hoping that Derek Carr makes better decisions on the football field than he does when it comes to picking what to eat. After the quarterback was officially introduced as the Saints’ newest addition, Carr told reporters that he inexplicably had Chipotle for his first meal in New Orleans. Derek Carr […]

For the first time in several years, the Baltimore Orioles have realistic thoughts of making the playoffs in spring training. After a long and at times painful rebuild, the Orioles had a winning record last season. Most of Baltimore’s key roster spots for the 2023 MLB season are set in stone. If the Orioles’ few […]

Patrick Beverley was instrumental in the Chicago Bulls’ 119-111 win over the Houston Rockets Saturday night. It was Beverley’s best game as a member of the Bulls. The victory vaulted Chicago to 10th place in the Eastern Conference standings. Beverley put up 16 points, 10 rebounds and five assists in the win over the Rockets. […]

The New York Jets’ attempt to trade for Aaron Rodgers could reach a conclusion soon. The Jets recently met with the quarterback, hoping to convince the Green Bay Packers quarterback to come to the Big Apple. Rodgers indicated to former NFL player Brandon Marshall that his decision about the Jets and his future with the […]

The Arizona Diamondbacks are locking up rookie Corbin Carroll on a massive contract extension. The two sides have agreed to a contract worth at least $111 million over eight years, according to ESPN’s Jeff Passan. The contract keeps Corbin Carroll under the Diamondbacks’ control through at least the 2030 season. Carroll’s deal includes a team […]

Miami Dolphins receiver Tyreek Hill proved that his all-world speed translates off the football field. Hill won the USA Track and Field Masters Championship in the 60-meter race Saturday in Louisville, Kentucky. Tyreek Hill didn’t just win the 60-meter race, which featured sprinters between 25 and 29 years old. The Dolphins star blew away the […]

The New Orleans Saints officially introduced Derek Carr at a press conference Saturday afternoon. After ending a nine-year career with the Las Vegas Raiders, the new Saints quarterback was quick to mention his former team. “I just have to say thank you to the Raiders, to Oakland and Las Vegas,” Derek Carr said. “I wouldn’t […]

The New Orleans Saints aren’t the only professional sports franchise in the city that’s happy to have Derek Carr in town. The New Orleans Pelicans have welcomed the new Saints’ quarterback with open arms. Derek Carr posted a video to his Instagram story in which his children showed off all the Pelicans gear that was […]

The Chicago White Sox signed Andrew Benintendi to a five-year, $75 million contract in free agency. The New York Yankees had hoped to keep the Benintendi, but they were outbid by the White Sox in free agency. The Yankees were reportedly willing to give Benintendi a four-year deal. When the White Sox went to five […]

Portland Trail Blazers forward Cam Reddish did not hold back when talking about his disappointing stint with the New York Knicks. Reddish seems to have confirmed reports that he was unhappy about the way that he was being used by Knicks coach Tom Thibodeau. Reddish wasn’t part of the Knicks’ rotation when he was sent […]

Isiah Kiner-Falefa seems prepared to lose the New York Yankees starting shortstop job. After manning the position for the 2022 season, Kiner-Falefa realizes that the Yankees might go with another option for the 2023 campaign. The Yankees have begun to shift Isiah Kiner-Falefa around the infield in spring training. It could be a sign that […]

The Atlanta Braves should be happy with Kyle Wright’s latest injury update. A shoulder injury has prevented the Braves’ starting pitcher from making his spring training debut. Wright, however, is on track to be ready very early in the 2023 MLB season. Kyle Wright is on his way to starting in one of the Braves’ […]

The New York Yankees once flirted with the idea of sending Aaron Judge to the Atlanta Braves. The trade was discussed before Judge made his MLB debut, and it would’ve turned about to be disastrous for the Yankees. The proposed trade would’ve sent Aaron Judge, Luis Severino, Gary Sanchez, Manny Bañuelos and Ian Clarkin to […]

New York Yankees shortstop Oswald Peraza has missed the last two spring training games with a leg injury. Peraza could be sidelined for a few more games, but the Yankees don’t seem to be overly concerned about the infielder. Oswald Peraza suffered the injury Thursday in a game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. The Yankees shortstop […]

Chicago Bears safety Jaquan Brisker took a shot at Daniel Jones while trying to defend Lamar Jackson. The Bears player seemingly can’t believe that New York Giants gave Jones a long-term contract, while Jackson didn’t receive one from the Baltimore Ravens. Brisker called Daniel Jones “trash” on Twitter and expressed his disbelief in Jackson being […]

Team USA is not favored to win the 2023 World Baseball Classic, despite being the defending champions. It’s a fact that has not been lost on the United States club heading into the start of the tournament. Team USA manager Mark DeRosa said the players are “very aware” that it doesn’t have the best odds […]

The Baltimore Ravens’ decision to use the non-exclusive franchise tag on Lamar Jackson will allow other NFL teams to pursue the quarterback. The Carolina Panthers would be a logical suitor for Jackson, given their need for a signal caller. That doesn’t necessarily mean the Panthers will go after the Ravens’ star. The Panthers aren’t expected […]

The Chicago Bears seem to have a high asking price in trade talks for the No. 1 overall pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. Bears General Manager Ryan Poles told NBC Sports’ Peter King that he expects to receive two first-round picks in trade offers for this year’s top selection. The Bears have made it […]

If Arizona Cardinals receiver DeAndre Hopkins wants to be traded to the Dallas Cowboys, he isn’t exactly being subtle about it. Amid rumors that the Cardinals are considering moving Hopkins, the wide receiver joined a live stream with former Cowboys receiver Dez Bryant Monday. Reports from the NFL Scouting Coming in Indianapolis have said that […]

Atlanta Braves fans who want to buy season tickets for 2023 are running out of time. The Braves announced Monday that the franchise will end season ticket sales Friday, March 17 because seats for this year’s games are in such high demand. The Braves set a Truist Park record last season with 3.1 million ticket […]

Texas football star Xavier Worthy struggled down the stretch of the 2022 season because of an injury, according to Longhorns head coach Steve Sarkisian. The Texas football coach told the media Monday that Worthy played with a broken hand. “That guy never wanted to sit out, not play,” Steve Sarkisian said of Worthy. “He fought […]

New York Mets starting pitcher Jose Quintana didn’t receive a positive injury update after he was forced to withdraw from the World Baseball Classic. The Mets announced Monday that Quintana has a small stress fracture in his left rib cage. The pitcher is headed back to New York for further tests. Jose Quintana was supposed […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers could have a chance to bring back Bud Dupree. The Tennessee Titans are expected to release the pass rusher, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. The news has spurred speculation of a possible reunion between the Steelers and Dupree, drawing mixed reactions from Pittsburgh fans. Bud Dupree was selected by the Steelers […]

The Golden State Warriors visit the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday afternoon. Stephen Curry was listed on the injury report as probable after reports came out stating he would make his return from a lengthy absence, and he indeed is coming back Sunday.  *Watch NBA games LIVE with fuboTV (click for a free trial)* Stephen Curry […]

The New York Giants are working diligently to make sure that they don’t lose either Saquon Barkley or Daniel Jones in free agency. The latest update on contract negotiations between the Giants and Daniel Jones provides some optimism that Saquon Barkley won’t hit the open market. The Giants and Jones have made progress toward a […]

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes might lose one of his best wide receivers in free agency. The defending Super Bowl champions are preparing themselves to lose Mecole Hardman for the 2023 NFL season, ESPN reports. The market is expected to be somewhat strong for Hardman in free agency. Patrick Mahomes connected with Hardman 25 […]

Derek Carr’s free agency remains one of the biggest storylines of the 2023 NFL offseason. The New Orleans Saints, New York Jets and Carolina Panthers are all in contention to sign the former Las Vegas Raiders quarterback. The Jets and Panthers are interested in making Derek Carr their starting quarterback. The Saints might want Carr […]

Before Jon Jones defeated Ciryl Gane in the main event Saturday night, UFC 285 featured a massive upset. Valentina Shevchenko suffered a stunning loss to Alexa Grasso in the UFC women’s flyweight title match. Shevchenko dropped the 125-pound title to Grasso when she was submitted in the fourth round. The now-former UFC champion was winning […]

The Washington Nationals might have the lowest expectations of any team in the 2023 MLB season. Just a few years removed from winning the 2019 World Series, the Nationals entered a full rebuild last year by moving Juan Soto at the trade deadline. Much of the focus in Washington will be on the development of […]

New York Yankees starting pitcher Luis Severino doesn’t seem to be fazed by poor results at the beginning of spring training. Severino surrendered three earned runs in 2.2 innings Saturday during the Yankees’ 14-10 loss against the Tampa Bay Rays. Five days earlier, the Detroit Tigers tagged Severino for four runs over two innings in […]

Alabama men’s basketball star Brandon Miller continues to be reminded of his off-the-court issues by rival fans. Miller hasn’t missed a game for the Alabama basketball team since Tuscaloosa Police alleged that he provided the gun used by former teammate Darius Miles to murder Jamea Jonae Harris on Jan. 15.  Texas A&M fans showered Miller […]

Expectations are high for Baltimore Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman in the 2023 MLB season. After finishing second in the 2022 AL Rookie of the Year race, Rutschman could take a leap during his sophomore campaign. Adley Rutschman downplayed the idea that he’s the face of the Orioles’ franchise in an interview with MLB Network. “It […]

The NFL Scouting Combine often features interesting stories about teams meeting with potential draft picks. Ohio State football star Paris Johnson had his own such experience when meeting with the Chicago Bears. Paris Johnson’s first team meeting at the Combine came with the Bears, which own the top pick in the 2023 NFL Draft. According […]

Former NBA player Anthony Morrow is facing charges of kidnapping and assault, stemming from an incident in Charlotte last month. The ex-NBA player was arrested after he was accused of strangling and punching a woman in her apartment. Anthony Morrow was arrested by the Mecklenburg County Sherriff’s office on Feb. 10. Morrow is accused of […]

Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner was in more trade rumors than just about any NBA player last season. Speculation about Turner’s future was finally put on hold when the Pacers signed him to a two-year, $60 million contract extension at the end of January. Myles Turner entered the 2022-2023 season in the final year of […]