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While the Los Angeles Dodgers lead the NL West with their 62-44 record, they’ll still be looking to get stronger at the trade deadline. As the Dodgers scour the market for potential deals, a St. Louis Cardinals standout has been named as a possibility. Infielder/outfielder Tommy Edman was named as a trade candidate for Los […]

The MLB trade deadline is sure to send shockwaves through the fantasy baseball system. Owners must be well aware of who is available on their waiver wire as deals continue to be completed. Perhaps the player being find themselves in a much stronger situation. A pitcher getting back by a stronger offense or a hitter […]

After a brief return to practice on Wednesday, Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson was sidelined on Friday. While the sudden absence may alarm Ravens fans, head coach John Harbaugh doesn’t think Jackson is facing a long-term issue. The quarterback has been dealing with an illness that sent him home from practice earlier in the week. […]

The New Orleans Saints are looking to break their three-season streak of missing the playoffs. However, things would become much more difficult for the Saints without Marshon Lattimore on the field. Lattimore was forced to leave Friday’s training camp practice due to a hip flexor injury, via John Sigler of USA Today. There’s no word […]

With their 38-65 record, nearly every player on the Colorado Rockies will be available at the MLB trade deadline. Nearly being the keyword, as the Rockies have at least one player they have no plans on moving. Colorado has consistently told teams that third baseman Ryan McMahon isn’t available for trade, via Jorge Castillo of […]

The Cleveland Browns have crafted one of the best defenses in the NFL today. But as the Browns open training camp, two of their most crucial defensive players are still battling through injuries. Cornerback Greg Newsome recently underwent hamstring surgery while defensive tackle Dalvin Tomlinson is preparing to undergo a knee scope. Despite the injuries, […]

The San Diego Padres wanted to give their pitching staff a major boost when they acquired Dylan Cease in a trade from the Chicago White Sox. On Thursday, Cease proved the Padres right in their all-out pursuit. Cease pitched the second no-hitter in Padres history, taking down the Washington Nationals 3-0. Throwing 114 pitches, Cease […]

With the San Francisco 49ers coming up short in the Super Bowl, training camp will be an opportunity to regroup and build the foundation of their comeback. But before the 49ers can devise any final plans, they must navigate a trio of injuries. San Francisco has placed linebacker Dre Greenlaw, safety Talanoa Hufanga and defensive […]

As he recovers from his knee injury, it was expected that Cleveland Browns running back Nick Chubb would need some extra time before returning to practice. However, Chubb wasn’t the only player placed on the PUP list to begin training camp. Chubb, D’Anthony Bell (shin), Jack Conklin (knee), Dalvin Tomlinson (knee) and Jedrick Wills Jr. […]

Once the 2023 season came to a close, star San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle underwent core surgery. In the recovery from that surgery, Kittle was faced with a massive hurdle. Unable to workout much post operation, the tight end said he dropped all the way down to 214 lbs. However, now recovered from […]

Heading into training camp, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are crafting their plans on how to defend the NFC South title. But as the Buccaneers strategize, Tampa Bay is without one of their free agent additions on defense. Randy Gregory did not report to training camp on Tuesday. While the reason for his absence has yet […]

The New York Mets find themselves in a precarious position entering the MLB trade deadline. New York has plenty of tradeable players on expiring contracts. But their recent surge has the Mets squarely in the playoff hunt. Because of this, David Stearns and company wanted to take a “threading the needle” type approach at the […]

Pittsburgh Pirates rookie sensation Paul Skenes suffered his first loss at the major league level on Tuesday. However, that didn’t stop Skenes from putting together another generational outing. The right-hander pitched 8.1 innings in a 2-1 loss to the St. Louis Cardinals. He struck out eight batters while allowing just four hits and walking none. […]

Tennessee Titans quarterback Will Levis was thrown into the fire as a rookie. Now entering his sophomore campaign as the unquestioned starter, Levis is attempting to take his game to unseen heights. Helping him along the way is trainer Rob Williams. After working with him predominantly virtually, Levis and Williams had the chance to train […]

The NFL world has been mourning the sudden loss of Minnesota Vikings draft pick Khyree Jackson. In an effort to continually honor his name, the Vikings will highlight Jackson’s legacy both on and off the field. Minnesota will pay a significant portion of Jackson’s funeral expenses, via Ari Meirov of The 33rd Team. Furthermore, the […]

At 36-63, the Colorado Rockies will undoubtedly enter the trade deadline as sellers. But when it comes to Ryan McMahon, the Rockies are prepared to take a different approach. McMahon has received assurance from general manager Bill Schmidt that he won’t be dealt away at the trade deadline, via Bob Nightengale of USA Today. Teams […]

With the MLB All-Star break in the rearview mirror, teams are now gearing up for the second half of their campaign. Whether that means playoff contention or future scouting, fantasy baseball players should play attention. Players around the league will find themselves in new opportunities. Especially after the trade deadline, the league could be flipped […]

As the Los Angeles Dodgers prepare for the second half of the MLB season, getting back healthy pitching will be crucial. While they’re still awaiting Tyler Glasnow’s return, the Dodgers got some good injury news in the form of relief pitcher Joe Kelly. Los Angeles activated Kelly off of the injured list on Friday. In […]

After coming up just short in the AFC Championship Game, the Baltimore Ravens are out for revenge in 2024. As they prepare to make another deep playoff run, the Ravens took a page out of the Chicago Bears’ playbook for some defensive help. Baltimore has signed safety Eddie Jackson to a one-year contract, via Adam […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have been patiently waiting for Clayton Kershaw to make his 2024 debut. After his upcoming rehab start, the Dodgers may not need to wait much longer. Kershaw is scheduled to make a four-inning rehab appearance with Triple-A Oklahoma City on Friday, via David Vassegh of AM 570 LA Sports. If everything […]

After reaching the playoffs for the first time since 2019, the Houston Texans decided to go all-in. By trading for Joe Mixon, the Texans made a major upgrade at the running back position. But Mixon wasn’t the only addition Houston made throughout the offseason. Playing on a roster stocked to the brim with talent, the […]

With a new head coach, front office and quarterback, the Washington Commanders are hoping to turn a new leaf entering the 2024 campaign. However, the Commanders will have to do so without one of their top 2024 NFL Draft picks. Defensive tackle Jer’Zhan Newton was placed on the Non-Football Injury list on Friday, via Ian […]

After missing the playoffs three years in a row, the New Orleans Saints are looking to end their skid entering the 2024 campaign. However, the Saints were dealt an injury blow that will make their playoff push all the more difficult. The Saints placed right tackle Ryan Ramczyk on the Physically Unable to Perform list […]

Houston Texans defensive lineman Will Anderson had a rookie year to remember, earning numerous accolades. But as he prepares for his sophomore campaign, Anderson knew he had to get even stronger throughout the offseason. And exactly that he did, literally bulking up to a now 263 lbs. Anderson said he felt like he got, “tossed […]

The San Francisco 49ers roster two of the best wide receiver in the NFL in Brandon Aiyuk and Deebo Samuel. However, the best receiver currently on the 49ers may not be with the franchise when Week 1 rolls around. Aiyuk was ranked as the No. 10 wide receiver in the league in a poll featuring […]

Some would say the Kansas City have already built a dynasty, winning back-to-back Super Bowls and three in the last five years. But whether they’re retaining or earning their dynasty distinction, Andy Reid knows the Chiefs must continue battling as if they were at the bottom of the totem pole. Coming off of another championship, […]

The New York Jets are entering the 2024 campaign with both a chip on their shoulder and plenty of expectations. If Robert Saleh can’t lead the Jets back into playoff contention, his time in New York could come to a close. Saleh is the NFL head coach most likely to be fired first during the […]

With the San Francisco 49ers and Brandon Aiyuk unable to see eye-to-eye on contract talks, the star wide receiver has request a trade. If/when the 49ers trade Aiyuk, the Pittsburgh Steelers remain the most likely franchise to acquire him. The Steelers have the highest odds (+350) to be Aiyuk’s next team if it isn’t the […]

Davante Adams made a name for himself with the Green Bay Packers, spending the first eight years of his NFL career with the team. But now settled in with the Las Vegas Raiders, Adams isn’t looking out of his rear view mirror. The star receiver has been subject to trade rumors all offseason, with the […]

After spending the first six years of his NFL career with the New York Giants, running back Saquon Barkley departed for the Philadelphia Eagles in free agency. The only thing more shocking than seeing Barkley in Eagles green is how the Giants handled his contract situation. Philadelphia ended up signing Barkley to a three-year, $37.75 […]

When elite Pittsburgh Pirates rookie Paul Skenes was named the National League’s All-Star Game starter, fans began salivating over who he would face. New York Yankees star Juan Soto had an opportunity to step into the box against Skenes, but it didn’t produce the outcome he was looking for. Soto ended up drawing a walk […]

Since joining the San Francisco 49ers in 2018, Fred Warner has become a leader on the team’s defense and one of the best linebackers in the NFL. To some, Warner ranks at the absolute top of his position around the league. He received that distinction specifically from league executives, coaches and scouts in a poll […]

The Cleveland Browns have been patiently waiting to re-inset running back Nick Chubb back into their offense. It’s clear Chubb is chomping at the bit to make his return too, just based on his offseason workout videos. While the star runner is making his return from a knee injury, he hasn’t seemed to lose much […]

When Ian Robb sits down for his first matchup at the 2024 World Championship, it’ll be the 12th time he’s competed at the Pokemon TCG’s highest level. But for all his accolades, all of his accomplishments, Robb still has his sights set on Pokemon TCG greatness. One trophy that has eluded him throughout his career […]

If the Detroit Tigers were to sell at the MLB trade deadline, Tarik Skubal would inarguably be the best player they’d have to offer. But despite their shortcomings, the Tigers aren’t looking to cash in on Skubal’s dominant first half. Detroit has no intentions of trading Skubal, via Bob Nightengale of USA Today. He even […]

Starting pitching can be tough to evaluate in fantasy baseball. By not playing everyday, there could be a strong amount of variance between each start. Still, finding the right starting pitcher off of the waiver wire could lead your team to a fantasy baseball championship. The key is finding consistency. If a pitcher goes out […]

At 61-32, the Philadelphia Phillies have the best record in all of MLB. With a World Series title in mind, the Phillies aren’t prepared to rest their laurels on simply past success. Before their matchup against the Oakland Athletics on Friday, Philadelphia released infielder/outfielder Whit Merrifield. In turn, the Phillies called up fellow infielder/outfielder Weston […]

If the New York Yankees want to bolster their playoff push, adding to their bullpen would certainly provide a massive boost. The Yankees already have that plan in mind and have been eyeing the Cincinnati Reds’ options for a potential deal. New York has been ‘persistently pursuing,’ numerous Cincinnati relief pitches ahead of the trade […]

When Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence drops back to pass, his selection of receiver to throw to will be looking a little different in 2024. Among Lawrence’s favorites is a wide receiver not many Jaguars fans would be expecting. Elijah Cooks signed with Jacksonville as an undrafted free agent in 2023. As Cooks prepares for […]