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Boston Red Sox relief pitcher Aroldis Chapman has truly been everywhere. Chapman is playing for his seventh Major League Baseball club, and he may have at least one more stop left in him. Chapman has been named a possible trade candidate for Boston, ahead of the July 31 MLB trade deadline. Chapman was recently asked […]

The Arizona Diamondbacks are getting tons of interest from other teams for their players, ahead of the MLB trade deadline. Arizona is getting lots of trade calls regarding starting pitcher Zac Gallen, per an ESPN report. This is in despite of the fact he is having a rough season on the mound. “The Diamondbacks are […]

The Major League Baseball trade deadline is fast approaching on July 31. One of many teams looking to sell some players is the Minnesota Twins. The Twins are open to offers on a number of players, per the New York Post. “As of today (Tuesday), the Twins are now seriously listening on their rental players, […]

The Philadelphia Phillies have won some wild games this season, but perhaps none were as wild as what the Phillies saw on Monday night. Philadelphia defeated the Boston Red Sox, 3-2, after a catcher’s interference call. It was the first time in more than 50 years that Major League Baseball saw a game end that […]

The Philadelphia Phillies got a wild win on Monday night, in a walk-off over the Boston Red Sox. A catcher interference call went against the Red Sox in the 10th inning with the bases loaded for the Phillies. Edmundo Sosa had a check swing on a 2-2 pitch, that ended up contacting the catcher’s glove. […]

Arizona Diamondbacks infielder Eugenio Suarez has been a hot trade candidate this summer, and his trade value is probably soaring even higher right now. Suarez is on a hot streak, with seven home runs over a six-game span. He is the third Diamondbacks player to ever do that, per ESPN. “The All-Star third baseman is […]

Michigan State basketball coach Tom Izzo is no stranger to NIL and the transfer portal, but that doesn’t mean he is a fan. Izzo is advocating for more regulations and rules regarding college basketball transfer rules. “We’ve lost a lot of control now. Don’t kid yourself. I think a lot of people are afraid to […]

Louisville basketball had some problems with injuries during the 2024-25 campaign. The Cardinals lost a few players for the year early on, including forward Kasean Pryor. Pryor is doing better though after dealing with a knee injury that left him off the floor. Kelsey gave a positive injury update for his star forward, when asked […]

The Kansas City Chiefs are continuing to make moves to try and keep their best players together. Kansas City worked out a $93 million contract extension with defensive end George Karlaftis, per ESPN. It includes $62 million guaranteed, and is a four year extension. The deal was announced Sunday. The move comes on the heels […]

New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge has already done so much to put him in the club’s record book. On Sunday, Judge accomplished another astonishing feat. He tied Alex Rodriguez for the most home runs in Yankees history. Rodriguez and Judge now each have 351 blasts while wearing pinstripes, per Talkin’ Yanks. Aaron Judge has […]

Indianapolis Colts defensive back Camryn Bynum has been watching his teammates closely this offseason, in OTAs and other workouts. Bynum thinks the Colts have a great quarterback battle going, with Anthony Richardson and Daniel Jones looking for snaps. “I think this is a great scenario for any quarterback to be in,” Bynum said, per NFL […]

The Cleveland baseball team changed their name to the Guardians some years ago, after being known as the Indians for several years. That decision is now getting criticized by President Donald Trump, who wants the team to change back to its former name. In a statement, Guardians president of baseball operations Chris Antonetti is addressing […]

The Atlanta Braves are having a tough year. The club has dealt with injuries, as well as some disappointing play. Atlanta is getting some good news though about the health of infielder Austin Riley. “Austin Riley has been running in the outfield and running around the bases for the past 20-plus minutes. I would expect […]

Miami Marlins starter Sandy Alcantara is having a rocky season. Alcantara returned to the mound this year after suffering a devastating injury in 2023. Alcantara has struggled to find his footing again, and the team may no longer be able to move him ahead of the trade deadline. Miami originally planned to deal Alcantara at […]

The New York Yankees are expected buyers ahead of this year’s MLB trade deadline. The Pittsburgh Pirates meanwhile are expected to be sellers. Due to this development, the two clubs have been in regular contact about potential trades involving their players. “Yankees have been in regular contact with the Pirates, who have a few players […]

The Pittsburgh Pirates are a team struggling to tread water. The club is dead last in the National League Central this year, and miles behind in the division. As a result, several Pirates players are listed as possible trade candidates for other teams. The latest Bucs player getting interest ahead of the MLB trade deadline […]

The New York Yankees are looking for help ahead of this year’s MLB trade deadline. One area where they have been scouting for assistance is at third base. That brought them out to watch Arizona Diamondbacks third baseman Eugenio Suarez on Saturday night. The Bronx Bombers though are interested in several other Diamondbacks players, per […]

The Dallas Stars enjoyed a great season in 2024-25, but ended up losing in the Western Conference Final to the Edmonton Oilers. The team is trying to keep its core group of guys together, but a few key players have already left in free agency. Top winger Jason Robertson is a player that might soon […]

The Edmonton Oilers had a tough ending to the 2024-25 season, after losing in the Stanley Cup Final once again. Edmonton is picking up the pieces, though, and looking for the right roster combination to win again. One of their young prospects wants to be a part of that roster, and is preparing for a […]

Minnesota Lynx star Napheesa Collier is a fan of Chicago Sky star Angel Reese. Collier is calling she and Reese a fun name, ahead of the WNBA All-Star Game on Saturday night. Collier says the two players are “Team Pheebounds.” Periodddddd bring those to team Phee 😂 @Reese10Angel https://t.co/8wBRxNQ2ye — napheesa collier (@PHEEsespieces) July 18, […]

The Chicago Cubs are trying to make several moves ahead of the MLB trade deadline, in order to improve the team. President of baseball operations Jed Hoyer is revealing some of the team’s strategy. “To me, it’s just how do we focus on the Cubs winning as many games as possible?” Hoyer said, per The […]

BYU basketball prospect AJ Dybantsa has made headlines throughout the college basketball offseason, garnering both attention and respect. During a NBA Summer League game Friday, Dybantsa says he can envision himself playing at that level. “I can definitely envision myself being here, playing here,” Dybantsa said. “Hopefully winning it. Definitely, it’s in the years to […]

The Washington Commanders picked up one of the best free agents available this NFL offseason, when Von Miller signed with them. Miller is getting a nice deal with Washington. He is set to make $6.1 million for a year with more than $10 million in incentives available, per NFL Network. Miller immediately brings depth, as […]

The New York Jets have a lot of questions entering the 2025 NFL season. New York has a new head coach, as well as a new general manager. The squad also features a lot of new faces on both sides of the football. Jets fans have been forced to suffer through nearly two decades of […]

Georgia football coach Kirby Smart is known for having a strong rivalry with Alabama. Smart and his Bulldogs lost last season to the Crimson Tide, and he had to defeat Nick Saban and Alabama for years to get to the College Football Playoff before that. Smart is showing some support to Alabama’s current coach Kalen […]

The Winnipeg Jets have already made waves this offseason by signing veteran player Jonathan Toews to a contract. Winnipeg is now doing even more with their roster, as the club signed a $3.7 million contract extension with forward Morgan Barron. Barron signed a two-year deal that will pay him $1.85 million a year, per NHL.com. […]

The Vegas Golden Knights are trying to hold on to one of their best players. Vegas is still working on a contract extension for forward Jack Eichel, per The Fourth Period. The outlet reports that Eichel is in the final year of an eight-year deal worth $80 million. “According to sources on both sides, there […]

Tennessee football coach Josh Heupel has had a lot on his plate this offseason, as the team lost their starting quarterback. Nico Iamaleava decided to leave the program, after a dispute over NIL compensation. Now, Heupel is commenting on that entire incident. “It’s never about who is not in your building. It’s about who is […]

The Tampa Bay Rays have played the entire 2025 season at Steinbrenner Field, a minor-league ballpark. That’s because of storm damage that occurred at Tropicana Field. The Rays will continue to play at Steinbrenner if they make the postseason, per the Tampa Bay Times. MLB made that decision on Tuesday to prepare for a possible […]

MLB commissioner Rob Manfred has made some bombshell comments in recent days. He is dropping another bold statement, about the upcoming 2028 Olympics. Manfred is open to the idea of having Major League Baseball players participate in those games, with a catch. “Commissioner Rob Manfred says ‘it’s possible’’ to have MLB players play in the […]

Georgia football coach Kirby Smart has gone up against legendary college coach Nick Saban many times. Smart is humorously hoping that he and Saban won’t have to face each other any more. Smart is weighing in on rumors that Saban could soon return to coaching. “I called (and) offered him (Will) Muschamp’s (analyst) job, but […]

Seattle Mariners star Cal Raleigh is tipping his cap to a young competitor. Raleigh is giving flowers to young Athletics infielder Jacob Wilson. Wilson is the first rookie shortstop to be selected by fans to start the All-Star game, per USA Today. Raleigh says he and the Mariners have struggled to stop the young Wilson […]

New York Yankees pitcher Max Fried is dealing with a blister on one of his fingers. Fried is opening up about how the ailment is affecting him. “I don’t want to go too soon or too quick where it lingers and becomes a problem,” Fried said, per ESPN. “So, we’re still going to use the […]

Pittsburgh Pirates star Oneil Cruz had a big night on Monday at the MLB Home Run Derby. Cruz blasted several homers, and came close to winning the event. Cruz used an unusual bat in the derby, with the iconic video game figure Donkey Kong on it. MLB released some photos of the bat on X, […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers enter the 2025 season with all sorts of questions. Pittsburgh is dealing with the extended negotiations of a possible contract extension for T.J. Watt, for instance. The two sides appear to still not be in alignment on an agreement as the team’s training camp is set to begin. Although Watt is a […]

Texas Tech football coach Joey McGuire had a lot to say on Big 12 Media Days Tuesday, like others representing his conference. McGuire gave a tip of his cap to another coach who used to work at his school. McGuire praised the late Texas Tech coach Mike Leach, while he spoke at the podium. “There […]

Oregon football is picking up another strong recruit. The Ducks are getting the commitment of four-star prospect Jalen Lott, per On3. The athlete picked Oregon over Texas, LSU and some other top college football programs. Lott is listed as a 6 foot, 170 pound player who can be used in a variety of roles. He […]

The Golden State Warriors hope to once again find the right formula to reach the NBA Finals. Golden State appears to be looking into the past, in order to compete in the future. The Warriors are linked to re-signing former player De’Anthony Melton, per The Stein Line. The Warriors are interested in signing Melton in […]

The Pittsburgh Penguins continue to try and rebuild for the 2025-26 campaign. Pittsburgh is reportedly taking calls for possible trades on forwards Bryan Rust and Rickard Rakell, per The Athletic. Rakell is a player that the Penguins have shopped for awhile. The team was reportedly not pleased with what they would have received in return […]