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The Toronto Blue Jays recently gave Vladimir Guerrero Jr. a new contract extension after signing him to a 14-year, $500 million deal. With the superstar first baseman signed long-term, rumors are swirling that the organization may have better luck in free agency in the coming years. During a guest appearance on “Foul Territory,” Ken Rosenthal […]

The Kansas City Chiefs are preparing for the 2025 NFL season, hoping to make the playoffs for the 11th consecutive year in a row. With Patrick Mahomes under center, Travis Kelce catching balls, and Andy Reid calling plays, this team has seemingly been the most competitive in the last decade. However, one sports analyst boldly […]

The Los Angeles Lakers take on the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday in what is being viewed as a highly anticipated matchup due to the midseason trade between the two franchises. Before tip-off, the Dallas organization shared a touching tribute video about Luka Doncic that brought him to tears. The tribute video started with the moment […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers clinched another win on Wednesday after taking down the Washington Nationals 6-5. It was a close one throughout that came down to a wild game-winning play from utility man Kiké Hernandez. In the bottom of the ninth inning, the Nationals had guys on first and second with just one out recorded. […]

Despite several teams in the top part of the 2025 NFL Draft needing a quarterback, it’s still unclear exactly when Shedeur Sanders will be selected. The former Colorado Buffaloes quarterback has received mixed reviews throughout the draft process and only time will tell which team picks him in late April. However, one rumor hit the […]

The 2025 NFL Draft is right around the corner and Emeka Egbuka is viewed as one of the top wide receiver prospects in this class. Egbuka’s stock may be rising in the coming weeks, as the Ohio State Buckeyes star received a head-turning NFL comparison. One Big Ten coach compared Emeka Egbuka to Detroit Lions […]

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. signed a massive $500 million contract extension with the Toronto Blue Jays early this season. It keeps the superstar first baseman in Toronto for the next 14 years. However, some new details about the deal emerged that turned heads across the league. As it turns out, $325 million of the $500 million […]

Early in April, a feud was brought to light between former NASCAR racer Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson. It was a legal battle over the use of a specific No. 8. However, it was quickly dissolved and now Earnhardt finally opens up about what transpired. The 26-time NASCAR Cup Series winner […]

The Houston Astros switched things up this season after moving Jose Altuve off of second base and into the outfield. However, his transition over to left field has been quite the roller coaster so far, as, at times, the two-time World Series winner has struggled to begin the season. Despite that, there is some optimism […]

With the Philadelphia Phillies attempting to make their fourth consecutive playoff appearance, the front office is staying busy trying to keep the roster intact for the long haul. However, the latest rumors suggest that one key player who is considered to be in Aaron Judge territory, turned down a contract extension offer. Two-time All-Star Kyle […]

Confusion ran through the NBA on Tuesday when the Denver Nuggets decided to fire Michael Malone as head coach, along with general manager Calvin Booth. With the playoffs right around the corner, team owner Josh Kroenke finally opened up and explained the timing of making such changes. During an interview, Kroenke sat down and revealed […]

The Aaron Rodgers saga continues as the four-time MVP winner has yet to sign with a new team. After being released by the New York Jets, Rodgers is firmly in the mix for the Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback gig. However, rumors suggest he may still prefer playing for the Minnesota Vikings instead. There’s speculation that the […]

With just three games remaining in the regular season, the Denver Nuggets fired head coach Michael Malone. The decision came despite the franchise being seemingly in the mix to make its seventh consecutive playoff appearance. Although he helped build a championship-winning team in the 2022 season, Denver ultimately decided it was time to let Malone […]

The Denver Nuggets shockingly fired head coach Michael Malone along with general manager Calvin Booth on Tuesday ahead of the NBA Playoffs. As a result, the franchise’s betting odds to win the Finals have drastically taken a hit. Reports indicate the Nuggets now have just a 9% chance to win the NBA Finals, according to […]

The New York Mets are off to a hot start as they own a 7-3 record through 10 games played. However, they’ve been without both second baseman Jeff McNeil and catcher Francisco Alvarez so far as both suffered injuries during Spring Training. Now, the club has received some positive news about both players. Reports indicate […]

The NFL Draft is just around the corner and one of the top prospects in this year’s class received a crucial injury update in the perfect time. With the news of Michigan Wolverines’ All-American Will Johnson getting healthy, he’s now set to visit the Las Vegas Raiders. Johnson is set to work out for several […]

The NFL Draft is right around the corner and it’s not entirely clear what the Dallas Cowboys plan to do with the op running backs. However, one mock draft indicates the franchise could make a trade up for a top wide receiver. In the latest mock draft by Ian Valentino of The 33rd Team, the […]

Although Aaron Rodgers hasn’t signed with a new team yet, rumors are the Pittsburgh Steelers are firmly in the mix for the veteran quarterback. Despite not having a team to play for right now, one Green Bay Packers fan theorized a wild conspiracy in an attempt to troll Rodgers possibly signing with Pittsburgh. Cameron Ellis, […]

The Buffalo Bills have been busy this offseason giving numerous players contract extensions. However, James Cook has yet to sign a contract extension this offseason despite being one of the only players on the roster being vocal about it. The latest rumor regarding the situation doesn’t bode well for the franchise, however, there is at […]

The Cleveland Browns have been hot in the rumor mill for a prospect quarterback after Deshaun Watson suffered an Achilles tear midway through last season. They own the No. 2 pick overall in the 2025 NFL Draft and could potentially select one of Cam Ward or Sheduer Sanders. However, there’s speculation the franchise is more […]

Tyreek Hill has been involved in trade rumors since the Miami Dolphins’ season came to an end. He remains with the club for now, but his post on social media on Monday may indicate a change is coming in the near future. The 31-year-old wide receiver posted a single emoji featuring a hand holding up […]

Trash talking is one of the cornerstones of NBA basketball as we’ve heard many entertaining stories over the years. But what about this current season? Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown recently shared that Dillon Brooks of the Houston Rockets is one of the only guys in the league that consistently talks trash. During a guest […]

The Los Angeles Lakers won their second straight game in their 126-99 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder on Sunday night. However, LeBron James caught the attention of many after he was spotted berating one of his teammates despite messing up his own rebound attempt. Midway through the second quarter, the 40-year-old forward jumped for […]

The NFL Draft is right around the corner but teams are still adding players through free agency as well. On Monday, the Carolina Panthers made a notable move after acquiring a 6-foot-9 former college basketball player to the roster. Colin Granger, who played as a center for the Ohio University, Western Carolina, and Coastal Carolina […]

Jack Leiter got off to a hot start to begin the season after leading the Texas Rangers to two wins in his two starts. Unfortunately, the 24-year-old pitcher will miss some time after the club placed him on the injured list on Friday. The Rangers star is reportedly dealing with a blister and is being […]

The New York Yankees took it to the Pittsburgh Pirates on Friday winning the contest 9-4. It was the team’s fifth win on the season after Aaron Judge hit yet another home run. Judge had five home runs on the season entering Friday’s contest. But in the top of the seventh, the 32-year-old outfielder crushed […]

The New York Yankees are primed for another potential run to the World Series, but injury woes to the pitching rotation and bullpen have dawned a dark cloud early on in the season. On Friday, the franchise received good news and bad news for the bullpen. Tyler Matzek, who is dealing with an oblique issue, […]

The Duke Blue Devils are set to take on the Houston Cougars on Saturday in a prime-time Final Four matchup with Cooper Flagg leading the way. However, there are some concerns with Maliq Brown, who is dealing with a shoulder injury ahead of the big game. On Friday, the basketball program received a crucial update […]

The 2025 NFL Draft is just around the corner and questions remain about when Colorado Buffaloes quarterback Shedeur Sanders will be selected. There have been rumors about him going into the Top 3 to falling into the second round. Regardless, his father Deion Sanders hinted at which team may pull the trigger on drafting him. […]

The New York Yankees aim to improve their record on Friday when they take on the Pittsburgh Pirates. Unfortunately, the team will be without Cody Bellinger in this contest after manager Aaron Boone scratched him from the lineup. What was originally thought to be a rest day, reports indicate that the 29-year-old outfielder is not […]

The 2024 season was a rough one for Taijuan Walker, as he recorded a horrific 7.10 ERA and 1.721 WHIP. It was so bad that Philadelphia Phillies fans booed him in spring training this year, along with the pre-game introductions in his 2025 debut against the Colorado Rockies. However, the 32-year-old pitcher put on a […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers placed Freddie Freeman on the injured list on March 31 after the star first baseman suffered an injury while falling in the shower. As a result, the club made a roster change on Friday to add some depth to the major league lineup. Los Angeles announced they are calling up catcher […]

The Houston Astros moved Jose Altuve to left field this season after the club decided to split starts between Mauricio Dubon and Brendan Rodgers at second base. The decision has brought some controversy to the lineup, as the nine-time All-Star has seemingly struggled in his new position. However, one former MLB player has already grown […]

The Cincinnati Bengals have yet to reach a deal with Trey Hendrickson after signing both Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins to huge contracts. It’s unclear how the situation will pan out, as the front office did give the 30-year-old edge rusher permission to seek a trade. However, rumors suggest that there are two reasons why […]

The Philadelphia Eagles have caused quite a controversy since introducing the tush push play in the 2022 season. After winning the Super Bowl last season, the NFL is looking into potentially banning the tush push altogether. Several coaches and players around the league have questioned why the play would even be banned. On Wednesday, reports […]

The Memphis Grizzlies suffered a tough 134-125 loss to the Golden State Warriors on Tuesday night. It was Memphis’ fourth straight loss that puts them in range of potentially participating in the play-in tournament. However, despite the team’s woes, all eyes are on Ja Morant for his actions on the court late in the fourth […]

Milwaukee Bucks point guard Damian Lillard was diagnosed with a blood clot in his right calf in late March. Since then, he’s been sidelined to deal with the scary situation with no real timetable to return. However, it sounds like Lillard and the franchise are optimistic that he could be cleared to play before the […]

The NFL Draft is right around the corner and the San Francisco 49ers rumor mill is heating up. After allowing 17 players to leave the roster, the front office must find ways to fill the void. One insider hints at who the franchise may select in the first round of the upcoming draft. One of […]

The New York Giants signed Russell Wilson this offseason to a one-year deal with $10.5 million guaranteed where he’ll join Jameis Winston in the quarterback room. Wilson has worn No. 3 throughout his entire career but that number already belonged to cornerback Deonte Banks. On Wednesday, Banks officially switched his jersey number, per ESPN’s Adam […]