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Heading into the postseason, the Atlanta Braves look like arguably the scariest team in MLB. But while the Braves might be strong now, they’re on track to gain a pit of firepower heading into the playoffs. Kyle Wright had a strong performance in his first rehab start at the High-A level. He allowed just one […]

When the Chicago Bears open their season, all eyes will be on quarterback Justin Fields. But the Bears still have plenty of decisions to make when it comes to who will back Fields up. Chicago has veterans PJ Walker and Nathan Peterman. They also have undrafted free agent Tyson Bagent. While offensive coordinator Luke Getsy […]

While the Houston Texans invested heavy NFL Draft capital in acquiring CJ Stroud, they have yet to officially name the No. 2 overall pick their starting quarterback. But even with Week 1 quickly approaching, Stroud doesn’t mind waiting a little longer for the Texans to make their decision. Stroud has started both of Houston’s preseason […]

The Chicago White Sox have cleaned house in their front office as they look towards a brighter future. But before the 2023 season comes to a close, the White Sox will get a close look at one of their more intriguing prospects. Chicago is calling up catcher Korey Lee, via Daryl Van Schouwen of the […]

As the Blue Jays chase a spot in the playoffs, they were hoping to have the 2022 version of Alek Manoah in their pitching rotation. Unfortunately, the wheels have fallen off for Manoah. His struggles got him demoted to Triple-A in the middle of August. However, despite being demoted, Manoah has stayed in Toronto, via […]

After a seven-year hiatus, Jimmy Graham is back with his first NFL franchise in the New Orleans Saints. While Graham’s tenure didn’t get off to the best start, head coach Dennis Allen has been impressed with the tight end’s turnaround. Graham was forced to undergo medical treatment after an incident that led to his arrest. […]

After using the No. 4 overall pick on Anthony Richardson in the 2023 NFL Draft, the Indianapolis Colts have already named the rookie their Week 1 starting quarterback. Peyton Manning knows a thing or two about succeeding at QB for the Colts and thinks Richardson has all the tools necessary to succeed. When the Colts […]

The San Francisco 49ers already have one of the best running backs in the league in Christian McCaffrey. But as Week 1 approaches, the 49ers want to ensure they have all their ducks in a row when it comes to the running back position. In doing so, San Francisco has signed Brian Hill to a […]

As the San Francisco 49ers look to get over their playoff hump, they turned to a pair of former Michigan football stars in the 2023 NFL Draft. When the 49ers took down the Denver Broncos in Week 2 of the preseason, both former Wolverines had an opportunity to shine. The 49ers ended up defeating Denver […]

As the Green Bay Packers get ready for their upcoming season, Jordan Love has been settling in as the team’s starting quarterback. While he is replacing a legend in Aaron Rodgers, Love has used the preseason as an opportunity to prepare. The Packers have faced off against the Cincinnati Bengals and New England Patriots thus […]

While Missouri football has qualified for two straight bowl games, they’ve failed to win either of them and went just 6-7 both years. The Tigers haven’t had a win percentage over .500 since 2018 and haven’t won a bowl game since 2014. As head coach Eli Drinkwitz and company look to turn Missouri football around, […]

The St. Louis Cardinals will enter this offseason with plenty of questions. Holding a 54-70 record after a trade deadline sell off, the Cardinals were one of the most disappointing teams in the MLB this season. However, St. Louis believes they can compete as early as next year. In fact, President John Mozeliak said that […]

While the Cincinnati Reds have been the talk of MLB, there hasn’t been much hype surrounding former Rookie of the Year Jonathan India. Just when it looked like India was on track for a comeback, the Reds now seem poised to be without their infielder much longer. India has been shut down for two weeks […]

As the final stretch of the MLB season approaches, the Seattle Mariners find themselves squarely in the playoff hunt. However, as the Mariners look to make their postseason push, they’ll be without their starting shortstop. JP Crawford has been placed on the seven-day injured list with a concussion, the Mariners announced. In turn, Seattle has […]

When the Chicago Bears earned the first pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, fans were intrigued at the possibilities. The Bears ended up trading down, securing WR DJ Moore and OT Darnell Wright in the process. But while the first-round might’ve had fans attention, it isn’t the only round that could produce an immediate impact […]

The Baltimore Orioles are looking to put the finishing touches on their improbable season by securing their spot in the playoffs. While Austin Hays has been a key factor in Baltimore’s success, his second half of the season hasn’t been pretty. Hays is hitting just .178 in the second half. While he hit a home […]

It didn’t take long for Michael Lorenzen to make an impact on the Philadelphia Phillies. After his phenomenal no-hitter against the Washington Nationals, Lorenzen took a step back and reflected on what his performance meant to him and the Phillies. Lorenzen needed 124 pitches to complete his no-hitter against the Nats. But when he got […]

Head coach Brian Kelly’s first year with LSU saw the Tigers go 10-4 and end their season with a Citrus Bowl victory. But as Kelly and company look to bring LSU football to new heights, the Tigers have landed a standout recruit ready to bring a spark to the running back room. Four-star 2024 prospect […]

With the additions of wide receivers Odell Beckham Jr. and Zay Flowers, as well as Lamar Jackson’s extension, much has been made of the Baltimore Ravens new-look offense this season. However, the Ravens made sure to bolster the defensive side of the ball by re-upping a standout tackle. Broderick Washington has signed a three-year, $17.5 […]

Heading into the preseason, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers still have a crucial decision to make when it comes to who will start at quarterback between Baker Mayfield and Kyle Trask. The Buccaneers have already decided who will start Week 1 of the preseason. However, that won’t necessarily guarantee them the starting role come regular season. […]

John Johnson was originally selected in the third-round of the 2021 NFL Draft by the Los Angeles Rams. After four years with the team, Johnson bolted for the Cleveland Browns. But now back to where his NFL career began, Johnson is ready to return to the Rams and prove he can still be a difference […]

While Damon Arnette has been out of the NFL since 2021, recent rumors spread that tied the cornerback to the Dallas Cowboys. However, if Arnette is planning an NFL comeback, a future with the Cowboys doesn’t seem to be in the cards. Arnette recently told reporters that he is flying to Texas to meet with […]

After five years as the Kansas City Chiefs offense coordinator, Eric Bieniemy decided to take on a new challenge and join the Washington Commanders. Early into training camp, Bieniemy is seemingly enjoying his change of scenery with the Commanders. Bieniemy has gotten into a bit of hot water for being ‘too demanding’ too some training […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have been without Walker Buehler all season as he works his way back from Tommy John and flexor tendon surgery. But as the Dodgers look to clinch their spot in the playoffs, Buehler might be back sooner than expected. Buehler is scheduled to face live hitters in the coming week, via […]

As the Kansas City Chiefs look to defend their Super Bowl title, Isiah Pacheco and Kadarius Toney are both expected to play major offensive roles. With Week 1 continuing to creep up, both Pacheco and Toney received injury updates that should excite all Chiefs fans. Kansas City expects both players to be ready for Week […]

After signing an extension with the Houston Texans, Tytus Howard saw his training camp come to a halt due to a devastating hand injury. Following surgery, the Texans now have a bit more insight on how much time Howard might actually miss. Howard is expecting to be on the shelf for four-to-six weeks, via ESPN’s […]

With Steve Cohen buying the New York Mets, the franchise was immediately deemed World Series contenders. However, even with Max Scherzer and Justin Verlander on their pitching staff, the Mets failed to live up to expectations. At the MLB trade deadline, New York decided to trade Scherzer and Verlander to the Texas Rangers and Houston […]

The NFL has given New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara a three-game suspension for his involvement in a nightclub fight shortly after the 2022 Pro Bowl. However, Kamara wasn’t the only one given a suspension. Indianapolis Colts cornerback Chris Lammons received the same three-game suspension for his role in the nightclub fight, via ESPN’s […]

New Orleans Saints star running back Alvin Kamara recently met with the NFL over a potential suspension for his post Pro Bowl altercation last year. Now, the NFL has officially imposed their punishment for Kamara. Kamara has been suspended three games, via Tom Pelissero of the NFL Network. Following last year’s Pro Bowl, Kamara got […]

For 10 years, Cole Hamels was a star for the Philadelphia Phillies and helped the team reach new heights. But after an attempted comeback with the San Diego Padres, Hamels has decided to hang up his cleats. Hamels officially retired on Friday, via Bob Nightengale of USA Today. His Padres’ teammate Craig Stammen retired alongside […]

Coming out of the trade deadline, the Tampa Bay Rays are now focused on securing their spot in the postseason and making a run at the AL East crown. While the Rays recently lost Shane McClanahan, Tampa Bay has added some reinforcements in one of their best prospects. The Rays are calling up Curtis Mead, […]

The Baltimore Ravens brought in cornerback Rock Ya-Sin for an extra boost in their secondary. However, after Ya-Sin left Wednesday’s practice with an injury, it looked as if his Ravens tenure would end before it even began. But after undergoing an MRI, it was revealed that Ya-Sin didn’t suffer any structural damage in his knee, […]

To the surprise of many, the Miami Marlins entered the 2023 MLB trade deadline as clear buyers. Amongst their many trades was landing Josh Bell from the Cleveland Guardians. In acquiring Bell, the Marlins are attempting to address their seemingly constant need for offense. Miami ranks 27th in runs scored (439) and 28th in home […]

After their blistering start to the season, the Pittsburgh Pirates have crashed back down to earth and now appear out of the playoff race. But as the Pirates still look to finish the year on a high note, Pittsburgh has gotten some good and some bad news in their latest injury update. Oneil Cruz is […]

While they entered the season with lofty expectations, the New York Mets spent the 2023 MLB trade deadline selling off numerous of their star veterans. Despite New York undergoing a midseason fire sale, Pete Alonso says it doesn’t change his devotion to the Mets. Max Scherzer and Justin Verlander, expected to be the leaders of […]

While Alvin Kamara is out of hot water legally for his 2022 fight, there’s still a chance the New Orleans Saints running back is punished by the league. Kamara and the Saints will have much more clarity on a potential suspension after meeting with NFL commissioner Roger Goodell. That meeting is set to take place […]

The Boston Red Sox have already traded away Kike Hernandez before the deadline. However, the Red Sox are planning a much different approach when it comes to Alex Verdugo. Several teams interested in trading for Verdugo were told Boston plans on keeping the outfielder through at least this season, via Bob Nightengale of USA Today. […]

The San Diego Padres enter the MLB trade deadline in a peculiar position. Both so close and too far away from postseason contention, the Padres could either buy or sell at the deadline. But when it comes to closer Josh Hader, the closer is looking more likely to stay in San Diego. An opposing team […]

In the days leading up to the 2023 MLB trade deadline, the Los Angeles Angels have been arguably the busiest team in the league. But before the deadline comes to a close, the Angels still have one last-minute trade they could make. Los Angeles kicked off their deadline by acquiring Lucas Giolito from the White […]