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Year two of Brian Daboll’s tenure as head coach saw the New York Giants fall into disarray. But as offensive coordinator Mike Kafka prepares for the 2024 season, he’s expecting big things from Daboll and the Giants. Kafka confirmed that there was no beef between him and Daboll entering the campaign, via Paul Schwartz of […]

While the Kansas City Chiefs are coming off of a Super Bowl title, Rashee Rice’s offseason has been filled with nothing but controversy. Head coach Andy Reid was the latest to weigh in on the situation on the heels of Rice being dealt a $1 million lawsuit. The Chiefs began their offseason program on Monday, […]

Heading into the 2024 NFL Draft, Drake Maye has been one of the most polarizing quarterbacks in the class. But for some, Maye has the potential to match some of the best QBs in the NFL today. Maye received a comparison to Los Angeles Chargers star and Buffalo Bills gunslinger Josh Allen, via ESPN’s Jordan […]

The St. Louis Cardinals spent the majority of the offseason trying to bolster their pitching rotation. However, the best option for the Cardinals might already be in their farm system. Tink Hence was impressive in his first 2024 start, firing five innings of scoreless baseball and striking out three while walking one. He plans on […]

With Max Scherzer, Jacob deGrom, Tyler Mahle and Michael Lorenzen on the injured list to start the season, the Texas Rangers needed someone to step up in their pitching rotation. Cody Bradford has gone above and beyond of what the Rangers were expecting. In his most recent start against the Oakland Athletics, Bradford pitched 6.2 […]

Tampa Bay Rays second baseman Brandon Lowe missed his third straight game on Tuesday. Kevin Cash has now revealed why, dealing a disappointing injury update. Lowe injured his right oblique while warming up to pinch hit, Cash confirmed. The infielder is undergoing an MRI, but Tampa Bay’s manager didn’t seem too optimistic about an immediate […]

After a tad more seasoning at Triple-A, the Baltimore Orioles finally called up top prospect Jackson Holliday for his MLB debut. Like all Orioles fans, legend Cal Ripken Jr. can’t wait to see Holliday at the major league level. When Holliday makes his debut, he’ll be wearing No. 7. Once Cal Ripken heard the news, […]

The San Francisco 49ers have found their quarterback of the present and future. But the 49ers still want to ensure they have ample backup options should Purdy ever suffer another injury. Kellen Mond, a former third-round NFL draft pick, is hoping San Francisco gives him that backup spot. The QB will be working out at […]

While Shohei Ohtani and Yoshinobu Yamamoto stole the headlines, Tyler Glasnow was one of the many big names the Los Angeles Dodgers brought in during the offseason. Early into his Dodgers’ tenure, Glasnow is already proving to be an immaculate addition for Los Angeles. Against the Minnesota Twins on Tuesday, Glasnow pitched seven innings of […]

After a breakout 2023 season, the Jacksonville Jaguars used their franchise tag on premiere pass rusher Josh Allen. But after more discussion, the Jaguars wanted to ensure Allen stays in Jacksonville longer than just one more year. The Jaguars have signed Allen to a five year, $150 million contract, via Adam Schefter of ESPN. It […]

Star Dallas Cowboys receiver CeeDee Lamb is entering the final year of his rookie deal. While there have been rumors about a potential holdout, Lamb seems intent to prove his value on the field. Lamb is planning to skip voluntary workouts and could even miss mandatory sessions, via Michael Ghelken of the Dallas Morning News. […]

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 […]