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Talk about total domination! The San Francisco Giants entered the 2023 MLB season as a team not exactly known for their power hitting. Against the Chicago White Sox, though, San Fran unleashed hell upon their opponents. They took two out of three games in their series, a couple of near double-digit blowouts sandwiching their lone […]

Gavin Lux’s 2023 season ended before it could even begin when he suffered an ACL injury during Spring Training. The Los Angeles Dodgers second baseman was ready to continue being a steady force for the team. However, a freak accident during a Spring Training game ended his season prematurely. After suffering that injury, Lux got […]

The 2023 season has the potential to introduce some big changes for the Washington Commanders. It all hinges on whether Dan Snyder decides to (finally) sell the team. With a new ownership often comes massive changes to the coaching and playing staff, putting head coach Ron Rivera’s job security at risk. Despite that, though, Rivera […]

We’ve got some AL East drama, folks! Alek Manoah drew the ire of some Boston Red Sox  fans (and even Yankees fans!)last season for his antics on the mound. The Toronto Blue Jays ace gets pumped up when he’s pitching, showing a lot of emotion. That comes out in the form of trash talk, as […]

Anthony Rizzo was once a rookie. Before being one of the pillars of the New York Yankees offense, Rizzo was a young player for the Cubs learning the ropes of being a professional player. Now that he’s seen as the “veteran” of the roster, the star first baseman is doing his best to set the […]

Magic Johnson might be one of the most decorated sports figures of all time. Of course, his career with the Los Angeles Lakers is already well-known. However, Magic is also a proud winner in the MLB, with his Los Angeles Dodgers winning a title in 2020. Now, he’s looking to add to his multi-sport trophy […]

The Miami Heat are going… nowhere late into the 2022-23 season. Over the last few weeks, this team has looked like a shell of it’s former self. They still hold the seventh seed in the East, which guarantees them a Play-In spot. There’s still a chance for them to advance straight to the playoffs, though, […]

The Huskies finally did it! In one of the most epic runs to the top of the NCAA Tournament, the University of Connecticut squad took down San Diego State University to win it all. It was the end of a dominant run that saw the Huskies decimate most of their competition. After the game, UConn […]

What is going on with Bill Belichick and the New England Patriots? Ever since Tom Brady’s departure, the team has struggled to find any sort of consistency. One of the biggest questions surrounding the team is at QB. In 2021, it felt like Mac Jones would be the long-term answer for them at the position. […]

What are the New Orleans Saints’ plans for the 2023 season? The team acquired Derek Carr from the Las Vegas Raiders, seemingly as an attempt to continue to compete for this year. It’s an interesting play, for sure. However, what’s more interesting is the Saints’ interest in incoming QB Hendon Hooker. The Tennessee product is […]

The Tennessee Titans are seemingly looking for a chance to start a rebuild. Between the rumors of a Derrick Henry trade and their new GM, it’s possible that the team might want a small reboot for the next season. A good way to kick-start a rebuild is to acquire a top draft pick, and Tennessee […]

The Houston Texans currently hold the second pick in the NFL draft, and with it comes a lot of questions. Considering the hype around all of the QBs in the draft, it’s not impossible for Houston to snag literally any QB with the second pick. Their dire need for a QB makes the choice to […]

When will Aaron Rodgers officially be a player for the New York Jets? Ever since the star made his trade request known, fans have been waiting for the inevitable Adam Schefter tweet announcing the trade. It has led many fans to ask literally anyone who could be involved about what’s going on. In response to […]

The WWE is making some big moves after Vince McMahon’s controversial return. In a blockbuster move, the pro wrestling giant partnered up with UFC to make a deadly sports entertainment duo. After this big move was announced, McMahon was asked about his role in the company. In particular, he was asked about a potential return […]

After a supremely disappointing 2022 season, the Denver Broncos are looking to bounce back in 2023. With a new head coach in Sean Payton leading the way, the hope is that Russell Wilson recovers from the tragedy that was 2022. A good sign for their upward trend is the impending return of one of their […]

Who will be this year’s NBA MVP? As the season winds down, the debate of who deserves to win boils down to three people: Giannis Antetokounmpo, Joel Embiid, and Nikola Jokic. The Milwaukee Bucks star is in contention to win his third MVP trophy. However, Giannis isn’t too bothered by all the talk about the […]

One of the pillars of the Los Angeles Lakers’ dynasty of the 2010s is finally getting recognized. Pau Gasol, the stellar Spanish big man, has been selected as a member of the 2023 Hall of Fame class. Gasol is part of an incredibly loaded Hall of Fame class that includes some impactful names. After his […]

The titans have fallen! The South Carolina women’s basketball team have dominated most of the season. However, in the Final Four of the NCAA basketball tournament, the Gamecocks found their match. South Carolina dropped their semi-final game against the Iowa Hawkeyes, surprising everyone. After the game, though, Gamecocks head coach Dawn Staley made sure to […]

The NBA MVP debate is getting a tad bit tiring at this point, no? The talks about who deserves the MVP more gets way too vitriolic nowadays. Today, the debate is largely centered around which All-Star center deserves to win: Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic or Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid. Amid the discussions, a […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves, like most Western Conference contenders, are in the middle of the home stretch of the season. Every game matters now, as a loss could be the difference between potentially playing one game or having to win one game to advance. Unfortunately, they suffered a brutal loss to the Los Angeles Lakers, a […]

Rejoice, basketball fans! The NBA and the NBPA have officially agreed to terms on a new CBA deal for 2023 ’till 2029. The period of CBA negotiation is always a worrying time for fans. After all, if both sides are not able to agree on a deal in time, the next season could potentially be […]

Well, we’re one step closer to avoiding a lockout for the 2023 offseason. A few hours after Adam Silver’s deadline, the NBA and the NBPA have officially agreed on the details on a new collective bargaining agreement (or CBA) for 2023 until 2029, per Marc Stein. There was a lot of good and hopeful news […]

When Anthony Davis went down with an injury during the Minnesota Timberwolves’ game against the Los Angeles Lakers, fans expected the game to be over. After all, the All-Star forward/center was killing them on both sides. However… the exact opposite happened: Davis continued to play through his injury, dominating the ‘Wolves en route to their […]

After a supremely disappointing season, the Chicago White Sox are looking to bounce back in 2023. Inconsistent and awful play (mixed with some terrible managing) led to them completely missing the playoffs after surprising everyone in 2021. The team would love to get back on track with a winning 2023 record. However, a couple of […]

Well, Dan Snyder might’ve found the offer he was looking for. The controversial Washington Commanders owner is looking to sell the team for an obscene amount of money. It seemed like no one was willing to fork over that amount of money… until now. A group of investors that include Philadelphia 76ers owner Josh Harris […]

The San Francisco 49ers have some interesting questions to answer in the 2023 season. The biggest question, of course, lies at the quarterback position: which young stud do they select? Brock Purdy was excellent for them last year, but he’s coming off of a major injury he suffered during the NFCCG. That leaves the door […]

With every passing day, Jordan Love’s takeover of the Green Bay Packers gets closer and closer to being fulfilled. Aaron Rodgers’ trade request firmly opens the door for the first-round QB to take control of the offense. Love showed flashes of brilliance in spot starts and even held his own at times. However, Packers head […]

Kevin Stefanski’s seat might get a little too hot for his liking this season. After an up-and-down first few years at the helm of the Cleveland Browns, the coach now faces some high expectations. The trade for Deshaun Watson in the offseason signaled the team’s intentions to compete now. Is Stefanski’s job in danger if […]

Tom Brady is living his life as a retired man! The New England Patriots legend announced his retirement (for real this time) during this offseason. Now, Brady is enjoying his days away from football and simply just chilling with his family and friends (and making some savvy investments along the way). Case in point: his […]

It’s finally here. After years of speculation, Valve is officially releasing Counter Strike 2. Counter-Strike: Global Offensive has been the premier first-person shooter title since it’s release in 2012. The last few years, in particular, have seen the game and the esports scene grow massively. However, an upgrade is way overdue. It’s still a great […]

The Los Angeles Lakers are riding an incredible high to end the year. Despite LeBron James missing the last month due to injury, the Lakers have roared their way back into the playoff picture. They are now at the .500 mark and are looking to cement their spot in the playoffs (and perhaps skip the […]

This season did not go according to plan for the Toronto Raptors. After a promising campaign in 2021 that saw them net the fifth seed, fans were hoping to see some good progress from this team. At the very least, they could maintain their form from last year… right? Well, a sophomore slump and regression […]

After more than two decades, Udonis Haslem is calling it a career. The Miami Heat legend announced his plans to retire early this year. Haslem has long been seen as an icon of the team, the epitome of “Heat culture”. It only makes sense, then, for the team to immortalize him in their own arena. […]

The NFL Draft is coming soon, and there’s a lot of anticipation around the league. With a couple of high-profile stars still “available” for a trade, there’s potential for this draft to be a bombastic affair. Even the teams at the top of the draft order have the potential to make some truly insane moves […]

After their World Series win, the Houston Astros are ready to get back to work. As they themselves know, defending a championship is much harder than winning it in the first place. Ideally, they want everyone to be healthy to open the year, especially with Jose Altuve nursing a thumb injury. Unfortunately, one of the […]

After a tumultuous season, the Los Angeles Lakers have officially turned their season around! A nail-biting win over the Oklahoma City Thunder puts LA at a 37-37 record for the season. This marks the first time that the team has reached .500 in a long, LONG time. What’s more impressive is the fact that they […]

The Las Vegas Raiders are trying to reload after a supremely disappointing first year with Josh McDaniels. They did so by making savvy trades and good deals with solid players. The next step for them is to try and get some good talent in the upcoming 2023 NFL Draft. However, Vegas fans know all too […]

One of the best wide receivers in the league is now available via trade. The Arizona Cardinals are reportedly now willing to trade star WR DeAndre Hopkins, signaling the start of rebuild. However, the Cards aren’t parting with their best asset THAT easily. Jeremy Fowler confirmed that Arizona is looking for a decent haul for […]

When the Dallas Mavericks drafted Luka Doncic with the third overall pick in 2018, fans knew that they had a generational talent. Doncic’s first couple of seasons validated the hype: he immediately became one of the best players in the league. His preternatural passing sense and insane scoring ability had everyone talking about his ceiling. […]