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The Chicago White Sox started the second half on the right, taking two out of three games from the Atlanta Braves. However, the White Sox will now face an opponent much scarier than the Braves after Eloy Jimenez’s latest injury update. Jimenez was removed from Chicago’s Sunday contest against the Braves. The slugger suffered a […]

The Tennessee Titans made a major free agency splash when they signed star wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins. With the dust now settling on Hopkins’ signing, the incentives in his Titans contract have been revealed. Tennessee signed Hopkins to a two-year, $26 million contract. However, his contract can max out at $32 million based on incentives. […]

After months of speculation, the Tennessee Titans ultimately won the DeAndre Hopkins sweepstakes. While the Kansas City Chiefs were contenders for Hopkins, Chris Jones played a massive role in why he landed with the Titans. The Chiefs were reportedly in contact with Hopkins throughout his free agency. However, with Jones set to receive an extension, […]

Evan Engram made an immediate impact after joining the Jacksonville Jaguars. After Engram and the Jaguars were able to agree on a long-term extension, the tight end couldn’t hold his excitement. Jacksonville signed Engram to a three-year, $41.25 million contract. Once the deal was announced, Engram had just two words for Jaguars fans. “I’m home.” […]

The Baltimore Orioles entered the All-Star break firmly in the playoff hunt with their 56-35 record. As the Orioles look to keep their strong momentum going into the second half, Baltimore has brought in some fiery reinforcements. The Orioles are planning to call up top pitching prospect Grayson Rodriguez from Triple-A, via Jake Rill of […]

Jake Marisnick was a member of the infamous Houston Astros team that defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers in the World Series. With Marisnick now switching sides and joining the Dodgers, Clayton Kershaw sounded off on the outfielder’s arrival. Marisnick is already aware that his involvement in the Astros’ sign-stealing scandal will get him a few […]

With Elly De La Cruz leading the charge, the Cincinnati Reds have shocked the MLB and led the NL Central heading into the All-Star break. As the 2023 MLB trade deadline looms closer, the Reds are looking to stay their winning ways don’t end anytime soon. Cincinnati has inquired to multiple teams about available starting […]

As the Cleveland Guardians move towards the MLB trade deadline, Shane Bieber has been considered one of their strongest candidates to be dealt. However, a sudden injury has put his near future in doubt regardless if he is playing for the Guardians or not. Bieber has been pulled from his scheduled Monday start due to […]

The Milwaukee Brewers have been without Brandon Woodruff since late April as the star pitcher battles back from a shoulder injury. But coming out of the All-Star break, it doesn’t seem like the Brewers will have to wait much longer for Woodruff’s return. The right-hander threw a bullpen session on Thursday that was described as […]

Unless the Los Angeles Angels go on a rapid tear up the standings, Shohei Ohtani’s name will be in rumors all the way up until the MLB trade deadline. The San Diego Padres have coveted Ohtani since he arrived in the MLB and are willing to pay a pretty penny to acquire him. The Angels […]

As the San Francisco 49ers enter training camp, Brock Purdy, Trey Lance and Sam Darnold are expected to battle it out for the right to be the Week 1 starter. But before the 49ers have even strapped on the pads, a clear leader has emerged. San Francisco is still expecting Purdy to be their starting […]

With their 49-41 record, the San Francisco Giants are squarely in the playoff hunt entering the All-Star break. But as Alex Cobb looks towards next season, he sees the Giants landing some major Shohei Ohtani reinforcements. Cobb played alongside Ohtani on the Los Angeles Angels during the 2021 season. With Ohtani set to be a […]

The Detroit Pistons have been hoarding big men as they look to climb their way back up the Eastern Conference. Even with James Wiseman and Jalen Duren on the roster, the Pistons made sure Isaiah Stewart wasn’t going anywhere anytime soon. Detroit has signed Stewart to a four-year, $64 million contract extension, via Adrian Wojnarowski […]

Coming off of a 3-14 season, the Chicago Bears knew that sweeping changes had to be made to their roster. The Bears made sure to add talented weapons on both side of the ball. Offensively, Chicago traded for former Carolina Panthers wide receiver DJ Moore and went on to select offensive tackle Darnell Wright with […]

Jonathan Taylor underwent ankle surgery back in January that has held him out of the Indianapolis Colts offseason practices. But as training camp approaches, Colts owner Jim Irsay is expecting Taylor to be back to his old self on the field. Taylor’s ankle was described as “healed up,” by Irsay, via the Pat McAfee Show. […]

The Chicago Bears haven’t done much winning over the last few seasons, earning just nine victories over the last two years. But as Darnell Mooney looks towards the upcoming campaign, he says many more wins in the Bears future. Mooney got a new WR running mate when Chicago traded for former Carolina Panthers stud DJ […]

With Vegas Summer League action officially underway, fans and franchises alike are getting a look at the potential future of the NBA. Just a few games into the season, a new favorite has emerged to win Vegas Summer League. The Houston Rockets (+650) are now favored to take home the Vegas Summer League crown, via […]

As the All-Star break arrives, the Miami Marlins finished out the first half as one of the most surprising teams in the MLB. Miami’s strong start has the Marlins in a strong position to make a strong second half run. At 53-39, the Marlins have the highest first half win total in team history. Their […]

Heading into the All-Star break, the Atlanta Braves hold the best record in baseball at 60-28. For the Braves to be as good as they are, Atlanta has relied on their consistency. In terms of the long ball, the Braves have been on a torrid pace. With Travis d’Arnaud going yard against the Tampa Bay […]

The Toronto Blue Jays already had four All-Star nominations when the original roster came out. However, after an  Houston Astros ace Framber Valdez’s decision, the Blue Jays will add another All-Star to the mix. Toronto closer Jordan Romano has been named Valdez’s All-Star replacement, via Bob Nightengale of USA Today. Valdez was not going to […]

San Diego Padres star Blake Snell has thrown like one of the best pitchers in the NL this season and proved it in his latest start against the New York Mets. However, for as impressive as Snell has been, he still didn’t receive an All-Star nomination. His start against the Mets saw the Padres come […]

With the All-Star break looming, fantasy baseball managers won’t have to worry about filling out their daily roster for a couple of days. However, that doesn’t mean there aren’t gems to find on Week 16 waiver wires. The All-Star break gives both MLB franchises and fantasy baseball owners to truly analyze their team. For the […]

The Los Angeles Angels already had two 2023 All-Stars in Shohei Ohtani and Mike Trout. But after another AL representative dropped out, the Angels will now have three players headed to Seattle for the 2023 All-Star Game. Carlos Estevez has been named as Emmanuel Clase’s All-Star replacement, MLB Twitter’s account confirmed. Clase is headed back […]

After trading for Bradley Beal, the Phoenix Suns are focusing on ways to improve their bench. Following his release from the Orlando Magic, Bol Bol could be the Suns’ latest backup target. The Suns are said to have a level of interest in signing Bol, via NBA reporter Marc Stein. After waiving Isiah Todd – […]

As Dalvin Cook continues to look for his next team late in NFL free agency, the Miami Dolphins have oftentimes been linked as a potential suitor. If Cook were to seriously consider joining Miami, one of his potential running mates thinks he would be a good fit with the Dolphins. At fullback, Alec Ingold will […]

Before Victor Wembanyama even takes part in Summer League action with the San Antonio Spurs, the No. 1 overall pick has been embroiled in controversy surrounding Britney Spears. Wembanyama’s concerns surrounding Spears seem like they can now be put to bed. No one will be charged in the Wembanyama-Spears incident, via Jeff Zillgitt of USA […]

Entering year three of the Justin Fields era, the Chicago Bears are looking for massive improvements in their passing attack. While Fields and newest wide receiver DJ Moore will be the focus, ESPN’s Dan Orlovsky thinks the Bears have a tight end ready to truly breakout. Orlovsky predicted Cole Kmet to have a huge 2023 […]

With Bob Huggins resigning from his role as West Virginia men’s basketball head coach, there has been a mass exodus of players leaving the program. North Carolina has been the latest team to benefit off of West Virginia’s misfortune, landing one of the more exciting players in the transfer portal. James Okonkwo has transferred to […]

As the All-Star break approaches, the Houston Astros are chasing the Texas Rangers for the top spot in the AL West. But as the Astros try to continue their ascent to the top, they’ll have to do so without Jose Altuve. Altuve was placed on the 10-day injured list, via Brian McTaggart of MLB.com. Furthermore, […]

As he battles through a toe injury, the New York Yankees have been without Aaron Judge since early June. While his extended injury absence might be notable, the Yankees still have high hopes for Judge this season. New York is optimistic that Judge will play again this season, via Andy Martino of SNY. He is […]

As the All-Star break approaches, the St. Louis Cardinals are just trying to tread water. Before attempting to turn things around in the second half, the Cardinals shook up their roster for the final stretch run ahead of the break. St. Louis has sent Matthew Liberatore to Triple-A and recalled Kyle Leahy, via Katie Woo […]

The Milwaukee Brewers have been in a neck-and-neck battle with the Cincinnati Reds for first place in the NL Central. As the All-Star break approaches, the Brewers shook their roster up for the final first half stretch. Rowdy Tellez has been placed on the 10-day injured list with right forearm inflammation, the team announced. In […]

As the All-Star break approaches, the Boston Red Sox have already had seven different players at shortstop this season. However, moving forward, the Red Sox plan to rely on a full-time shortstop. Yu Chang is expected to become the starting shortstop once activated from the injured list, via Chris Cotillo of MassLive. Chang’s activation is […]

Coming off of two straight National Championships, Georgia football is looking for a three-peat. But as they prepare to take the field this season, Georgia made sure their offensive line is secure for years to come. The Bulldogs earned a commitment from 2024 interior offensive lineman Daniel Calhoun, via Hayes Fawcett of on3. Calhoun chose […]

The Dallas Mavericks entered the 2023 NBA Draft looking to improve their roster around Luka Doncic. While the Mavs came away with a solid prospect, Dallas was looking to swing an under-the-radar trade at the NBA Draft. The Mavs called the Orlando Magic about a potential trade for Bol Bol, via NBA reporter Marc Stein. […]

The Chicago Cubs have had a shaky first half of the season, currently holding a 39-45 record. As the Cubs enter the MLB trade deadline, President Jed Hoyer has a few ideas in the direction Chicago will go. Hoyer didn’t outwardly say the Cubs would be buyers or sellers at the deadline. However, he outlined […]

With Damian Lillard requesting to be traded from the Portland Trail Blazers, the Miami Heat have been the point guard’s sole focus in terms of landing spots. As the Blazers try to finalize a Lillard trade to the Heat, Miami isn’t the only team looking to be involved in the festivities. In fact, over five […]

The Toronto Raptors are in the middle of an implosion with Nick Nurse leaving for the Philadelphia 76ers and Fred VanVleet joining the Houston Rockets in free agency. Pascal Siakam has heard his name creep up in trade rumors. But as the Raptors look to re-tool their roster, it now appears that VanVleet and Siakam […]

The Miami Marlins are already dealing with an injury to star center fielder Jazz Chisholm. Now, the guy the Marlins brought in to replace Chisholm has gone down with an injury of his own. Jonathan Davis was carted off the field in Miami’s Tuesday contest against the St. Louis Cardinals, via John Denton of MLB.com. […]