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The New York Yankees were dealt a brutal injury blow to Gerrit Cole prior to Opening Day. But as the Yankees set their sights on winning a World Series, Cole could make his return potentially earlier than expected. The right-hander is expected to begin playing catch on Monday or Tuesday, via the Associated Press. Cole […]

On June 25, 2029 Rob Manfred will officially step down from his role as MLB commissioner. While who will replace him is not yet known, Theo Epstein is making sure that he isn’t in consideration. Epstein has told friends and associates that he has, “absolutely no interest,” in the job, via Bob Nightengale of USA […]

Whether it be injuries or poor execution, every MLB franchise will be making lineup and pitching changes throughout the season. Taking advantage of those opportunities on the waiver fire is key for fantasy baseball success. Especially early in the season. Finding that diamond in the rough could be the key to a championship later in […]

The trade deadline acquisition of Jordan Montgomery played a massive role in the Texas Rangers winning their first World Series in 2024. But as the Rangers looked to run it back in 2024, bringing back Montgomery seemed to be out of the cards. Owner Ray Davis cited potential competitive-balance tax penalties and the team’s current […]

The Washington Commanders are in desperate need of a new franchise quarterback. Holding the No. 2 overall pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, the Commanders are in prime position to find the perfect fit. Whoever Washington ends up selecting will have Terry McLaurin as their top wide receiver. While McLaurin plays a major role in […]

Coming off of another Super Bowl title, the Kansas City Chiefs were already a premier destination for any free agent. But for quarterback Carson Wentz, all it took was some convincing from former Andy Reid disciple Nick Foles. Foles played under Reid on the Eagles in 2012 and with the Chiefs in 2016. Both experiences […]

The Detroit Lions saw Sam LaPorta evolve into their tight end of the present and future in 2023. However, the Lions still wanted to make sure they an ample amount of pass catchers at the position. Detroit has matched the San Francisco 49ers’ restricted free agent offer sheet for tight end Brock Wright, via Ian […]

After a stellar rookie season, the Texas Rangers were counting on Josh Jung to continue his production at the hot corner. However, Jung has once again been bitten by the injury bug, forcing the Rangers to consider other options. Jung has undergone surgery for a fractured right wrist. During the operations, surgeons discovered more extensive […]

After winning a national championship with Michigan, Jim Harbaugh set his sites back on the NFL and signed on to be the Los Angeles Chargers next head coach. On Tuesday, Harbaugh finally had the opportunity to meet the next team he hopes to lead to new heights. Los Angeles has officially begun their offseason program […]

When the New York Jets traded for quarterback Aaron Rodgers, he assumed a great amount of control over the franchise. Despite an injury ending his debut in its track, Rodgers still holds the level of moral authority. Rodgers is still involved in every decision the Jets make, via Diana Russini of The Athletic. He hasn’t […]

As the Los Angeles Dodgers chase a World Series title, Mookie Betts will be one of the many superstars helping lead the charge. Early on in the season, Betts has once again proven to be one of the best hitters in all of the league. Through the first five games of the season, Betts has […]

With Opening Day now a thing of the past, the 2024 MLB season is officially underway. And fantasy baseball players are beginning their journey to winning a league championship. Week 2 of the fantasy baseball season allows those players to see the early landscape of competition. It’s a long season and there will be plenty […]

By the end of the decade, the Oakland Athletics will no longer be the worst team in baseball. Mainly because the Athletics have committed to moving the team from Oakland to Las Vegas. Whether the franchise puts an actual emphasis on winning is yet to be seen. But until that move is completed, the Athletics […]

While his tenure has only lasted three games, Juan Soto has been everything the New York Yankees were expecting and more. Facing the Houston Astros on Sunday, Soto once again proved to be the difference maker for New York. The Yankees moved to 3-0 on the season with a 5-3 victory over the Astros. Down […]

In a sea of underwhelming Kansas City Chiefs receiving options, Rashee Rice proved to be a problem for opposing defenses to deal with. However, the Chiefs rising star has now found himself with legal problems of his own after a controversial incident. Police are looking for Rice after his a car registered or leased to […]

Wide receiver Quentin Johnston didn’t live up to his first-round pick expectations as a rookie, blocked on the Los Angeles Chargers by Keenan Allen and Mike Williams. But with the Chargers going a different direction at WR heading into 2024, general manager Joe Horitz thinks it’s Johnston’s time to shine. Los Angeles traded Allen to […]

Manager Aaron Boone is entering the final year of his contract with the New York Yankees before a club option decision in 2025. But Boone doesn’t have the future in mind, only leading the Yankees to the World Series in 2024. Outside of the 2023 season, New York has made the playoffs every year of […]

The Toronto Blue Jays have made the playoffs in both seasons with John Schneider as manager, but each time they were swept out of the Wild Card Round. Heading into the 2024 season, Schneider is looking for the Blue Jays to prove themselves and show they can withstand a deep playoff run. Toronto began that […]

After a two game series in South Korea against the San Diego Padres, the Los Angeles Dodgers are returning home to continue their regular season. Before a clash against the St. Louis Cardinals, the Dodgers were dealt a litany of injury updates to a number of key pitchers. On the negative side, Brusdar Graterol and […]

The Los Angeles Angels are entering their first season without Shohei Ohtani since 2017. But Mike Trout stays ready to remind the league that the Angels still have plenty of pop. His first victim of the 2024 season was Baltimore Orioles ace Corbin Burnes. With two outs in the first inning, Trout scored the Angels‘ […]

Coming off of an AL East title, the Baltimore Orioles are looking to continuing their winning momentum into Opening Day. As the Orioles prepare for the 2024 season, Baltimore has undergone a change at the ownership level. MLB owners officially approved a group led by David Rubenstein to purchase the Orioles for a deal worth […]

Houston Astros third baseman Alex Bregman is entering the final season of his contract. He’s trying to prove to the Astros and all of major league baseball what he is worth during the 2024 campaign. In 2019, Bregman signed a six-year, $100 million contract with the Astros. At the time, it was the second-largest contract […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers made arguably the most monumental move of the offseason when they signed Shohei Ohtani to a $700 million contract. While Freddie Freeman was happy to see Ohtani on the Dodgers, even he was a bit surprised by the price tag. Ohtani took $680 million in deferred money that doesn’t kick in […]

With a litany of young prospects making their way to the majors, the Cincinnati Reds are looking to make some thunderous noise in 2024. However, the Reds must now take a different approach when it comes to second base. Matt McLain underwent surgery on his left shoulder on Tuesday, repairing his labrum and addressing cartilage […]

Game 5 of the World Series was ultimately the end of the road for the Arizona Diamondbacks. However, the night started out much more jovial for Diamondbacks starting pitcher Zac Gallen. The right-hander held a no-hitter heading into the seventh inning. However, Texas Rangers shortstop Corey Seager broke it up with a grounder down the […]

Holding the exclusive broadcast rights for Monday Night Football, ESPN is always looking for ways to spice up the production. While Robert Griffin III was hired to do just that, ESPN is having second thoughts in the wake of Jason Kelce’s retirement. The Worldwide Leader in Sports is actively pursuing Kelce to join their MNF […]

When Jason Kelce got drafted to the Philadelphia Eagles, Andy Reid was his head coach. And in Super Bowl 57, Kelce lined up against Reid. The Kansas City Chiefs came out on top, winning, 38-35. Reid might’ve came out victorious, but he had nothing but love for Kelce upon hearing the offensive lineman has retired, […]

The Colorado Rockies haven’t been to the playoffs since 2018. But as they look towards the future, the Rockies are cultivating talent that will lead their next postseason run. Colorado has signed shortstop Ezequiel Tovar to a seven-year, $63.5 million contract extension, via Daniel Alvarez-Montes of El Extrabase. The deal contains a club option that […]

Heading into Opening Day, one of the biggest concerns for the Toronto Blue Jays is the injury status of ace Kevin Gausman. While nothing is set in stone, the Blue Jays are beginning to feel some optimism surrounding Gausman’s return timeline. Toronto has hope that Gausman will be able to pitch during the week of […]

The Arizona Diamondbacks heavily invested in their pitching rotation when they signed Eduardo Rodriguez. However, a sudden spring training injury will delay Rodriguez’s debut with the Diamondbacks. Rodriguez will officially begin the season on the injured list with a strained muscle below his shoulder, via Bob Nightengale of USA Today. There is no exact timetable […]

The Arizona Diamondbacks have retooled their roster as they look to make another deep playoff run in 2024. However, the Diamondbacks have kept at least one player completely off of the trade block. Arizona has been reluctant to deal outfielder Jake McCarthy, via Bob Nightengale of USA Today. The Diamondbacks could make him available come […]

Wyatt Langford and Jack Leiter are two of the best prospects in the Texas Rangers system. One is now slated to make the Rangers Opening Day roster while the other is scheduled for some more minor league seasoning. Langford has officially made the Opening Day roster, manager Bruce Bochy confirmed to Evan Grant of the […]

The New York Mets made a massive addition to their offense when they signed designated hitter JD Martinez. Now backing up Pete Alonso in the lineup, the Mets are hoping to see more balls fly over the Citi Field wall in 2024. New York signed Martinez to a one-year, $12 million contract. After the signing, […]

With Dusty Baker stepping down from the role, the Houston Astros turned to Joe Espada as their next manager. One of Espada’s main goals with the Astros will be monitoring ace Justin Verlander. Houston’s ace has been dealing with a shoulder injury throughout spring training. He didn’t face live hitters until Wednesday and is set […]

With the St. Louis Cardinals in need of a major turnaround in 2024, Sonny Gray was signed to help lead the pitching staff. While an untimely injury will delay his Cardinals debut, Gray is almost ready to prove that both he and St. Louis are ready to compete. The Cardinals signed Gray to a three-year, […]

Nick Chubb is expected to return to the Cleveland Browns running back room in 2024. However, with a year away from the gridiron, the Browns want to ensure they have ample back up in place. Cleveland has signed D’Onta Foreman to a one-year contract, via Adam Schefter of ESPN. The financial details of Foreman’s contract […]

For the first six years of his NFL career, the Pittsburgh Steelers are the only team quarterback Mason Rudolph has known. But his run in Pittsburgh has come to an end as Rudolph has joined the Tennessee Titans. The quarterback signed a one-year deal, $3.6 million deal with Tennessee. But before he officially changes jerseys, […]

The Los Angeles Rams brought in former Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo as Matthew Stafford’s new backup. Now that the dust has settled, Garoppolo’s official contract structure with the Rams has been revealed. Garoppolo’s one-year deal comes with a base value of $4.5 million. However, with incentives, it carries a max value of $12 […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers kicked off their regular season with a matchup against the San Diego Padres in the Seoul Series. It marked the first time Shohei Ohtani wore Dodgers blue for an official contest. A bomb threat before the game caused a scare, but nothing came of it. Los Angeles was able to come […]