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Compared to previous years, the 2022 MLB trade deadline has been rather quiet so far. Yes, the re have been a couple of big trades that have happened. Andrew Benintendi is finally a member of the New York Yankees. The Seattle Mariners are all-in on their playoff push by trading for Luis Castillo. There have […]

Willson Contreras has been the subject of discussion in the MLB world recently… which is not a good sign for Chicago Cubs fans. The reason, of course, is that Contreras is one of the most hotly discussed talents ahead of the trade deadline. Many teams are lining up to acquire the services of the catcher… […]

It’s easy to forget amidst their incredible season, but the New York Yankees are missing a couple of key guys. Giancarlo Stanton, Zack Britton, and Luis Severino have all missed significant time as of late due to injury. Their absence hasn’t made a dent in their record yet, but the team would rather have these […]

After 88 long and well-lived years, Boston Celtics legend Bill Russell has passed away. The NBA legend was one of the most respected elder statesmen in league history. His passion and charm endeared him to many people in the industry, who all have good things to say about him. The world truly lost a great […]

The Atlanta Hawks got a glimpse of their new backcourt duo ahead of the regular season. Dejounte Murray and Trae Young linked up on Sunday in the CrawsOver for the first time in their careers. The former Spurs guard joined the team after being traded there in the offseason. It’s quite the interesting pairing, two […]

When Vince McMahon retired from his post as the CEO of the WWE, there were many questions about the company. The biggest one amongst fans, of course, is how much of the programming will change? Vinny Mac has been known to be pretty hands-on with his creative approach. More often than not, it has been […]

Sports fans around the world were hit with a gut punch when it was announced that NBA legend Bill Russell passed away. Russell, a long-time member of the Boston Celtics, is widely regarded as one of the best players in NBA history. His work on and off the field endeared him to many fans. He […]

Despite a win over their division rivals on Saturday night, Seattle Mariners fans were not in the mood for celebration. During the eighth inning of their win against the Astros, star rookie Julio Rodriguez was hit by a nasty pitch. Rodriguez was forced to leave the game, as fans were left hoping for the best. […]

Many fans have questioned James Harden’s commitment to winning for quite some time now. Dating back to his final years in Houston, critics have always wondered whether Harden was really dedicated to his goals of winning a championship. Now with the Philadelphia 76ers, the Beard is proving again that he’s willing to do whatever it […]

The biggest criticism of Lamar Jackson’s game has always been his passing ability. There’s no question that the Baltimore Ravens star quarterback is the best running QB in the league today. However, many of his critics feel that his passing leaves a lot to be desired. His lack of success in the postseason only adds […]

Tua Tagovailoa is one of the most polarizing quarterbacks in the NFL today. Ask 10 different Miami Dolphins fans, and they will all differ in their assessment of the quarterback. For some people, he is the second coming of Dan Marino. For others, he’s a good-for-nothing quarterback who should be traded to start a rebuild. […]

The Cincinnati Bengals faithful will have to wait a bit to see their hometown hero Joe Burrow in training camp action. The star quarterback has been out for most of the camp after undergoing an appendectomy a few days ago. While the surgery is nothing too serious, fans are still antsy about their precious quarterback. […]

Joey Gallo’s days in the Bronx are number. The New York Yankees’ trade for Andrew Benintendi signified the end of Gallo’s stint with the team. Despite not being moved in the trade, the general expectation is that the struggling outfielder will be traded at some point. The only question is… who would want him? As […]

The Green Bay Packers lost Davante Adams in the offseason, but they already have a new darling at wide receiver. 2022 fourth-round pick Romeo Doubs has earned rave reviews from observers at their training camp. This early into camp, Doubs has seemingly solidified his spot on the team’s pecking order. On Saturday, Packers star QB […]

Justin Jefferson has been one of the best wide receivers in the NFL. That is not an exaggeration: the third-year Minnesota Vikings wide-out routinely balls out for his team no matter who their opponent is. In his first two seasons in the league, Jefferson has posted over 3000 yards total. That’s an incredible number for […]

The Seattle Mariners are on the brink of doing something historic. The franchise currently holds the record for the longest active playoff drought in American sports. At first, it seemed like they were going to extend that streak this season. However, thanks to star rookie Julio Rodriguez’ godly hitting, the Mariners are close to making […]

The Toronto Blue Jays are in the midst of a fierce playoff race in the American League. They currently hold the top Wild Card spot in the league and are desperately trying to fend off the other contenders. They’re also trying to keep pace with the New York Yankees in case the Bronx Bombers go […]

Entering the 2022 – 2023 season, all eyes are on Toronto Raptors rookie Scottie Barnes. The reigning Rookie of the Year had an impressive run last year as one of the team’s best players last year. Now, fans are expecting Barnes to take another significant leap next season in their quest for playoff success. Barnes […]

The Kansas City Chiefs had a rather bizarre 2021 season. After making it all the way to the Super Bowl the year prior, the team fell flat in the first few weeks. Their defense was atrocious, and their offense just couldn’t bail them out of the holes they dug themselves in. They did eventually recover, […]

The Chicago White Sox are having a rather miserable season. Their .500 record doesn’t do justice to how much this team has struggled during the year. From locker room issues to inconsistent hitting, the team just hasn’t found any semblance of good form this season. It’s disappointing, especially considering their run to the playoffs last […]

Paolo Banchero and Chet Holmgren just couldn’t wait until the official start of the NBA to play. The prized rookies of the Orlando Magic and the Oklahoma City Thunder played in the Crawsover, a prominent Pro-Am league. As expected, the two stars balled out, with them combining for 84 points in an epic appearance. Afterwards, […]

One of the greatest wrestlers of all-time will finally have his final match… probably. Ric Flair will headline what could be his final pay-per-view (aptly titled “Jim Crockett Promotions Presents: Ric Flair’s Last Match”) on Sunday night. The Nature Boy posted an image on Instagram promoting this event.   View this post on Instagram   […]

Training camp is often a time for teams to bond together. While practices are often serious and are meant to simulate in-game scenarios, for the most part teammates just have fun with their games. However, that wasn’t the case during the Buffalo Bills’ training camp, as two teammates got into it a bit. As the […]

After a so-so start to the season, the Atlanta Braves are back in business. The reigning World Series champions came back from a 23-27 start, and are now sitting pretty with a 60-41 record. Barring a major collapse, they are more than likely going to earn one of the Wild Card spots in the National […]

It’s finally happening, New York Mets fans. After months of waiting patiently, Jacob deGrom is set to make his return from injury. The timing couldn’t have been any better, as the team is trying to fend off the Atlanta Braves. After a year, deGrom will finally be pitching in the big leagues again. It has […]

The Philadelphia Eagles have made some big changes to their roster. Their most important acquisition in the offseason is nabbing ex-Titans WR AJ Brown. With him in the fold, their lackluster receiving corps just got a whole lot better. Now, fans have been eagerly waiting for the team to dump a certain first-round pick of […]

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have one of the most loaded wide receiver rooms in the NFL today. They just added Julio Jones to a team that already boasts the likes of Chris Godwin and Mike Evans on the roster. Opposing defenses will surely have a hard time defending all three of these receivers during the […]

Kenny Pickett has been a member of the Pittsburgh Steelers for only a few months, but he’s already experienced the wrath of the passionate fanbase. The prized rookie visibly struggled during the first few days of the training camp. The viral clips during that practice had some fans calling for veteran Mitch Trubisky to step […]

Dwight Howard has one of the more underrated resumes in the NBA today. Most fans know him nowadays as a solid backup big man who can provide good minutes for a contending team. Fans tend to forget, however, that Howard has reached heights most players dreamed of. He was one of the best centers in […]

Many basketball fans were surprised on Thursday night when former NBA MVP candidate Dwight Howard appeared in a WWE tryout. The one-time NBA champion  showed up in Nashville to participate in a tryout ahead of SummerSlam. Afterwards, Howard said that he was interested in potentially stepping foot in the WWE as a full-time wrestler. “I […]

Mike Trout has been one of the most consistent forces in MLB. The Los Angeles Angels star has been the long bright in what has otherwise been a tumultuous era for the team. He’s extremely talented, and for the most part was consistently available throughout the year. Recently, though, there has been a surprising development […]

The latest update on VALORANT’s Public Beta Environment (PBE) saw some major nerfs to one of the most overpowered Agents in the game, as well as some minor tweak to two Duelists’ ultimate abilities. Let’s get right to it! VALORANT: Major Chamber nerfs, Jett and Neon adjustments in latest PBE update Au revoir, Chamber? Ever […]

Nick Bosa is one of the most dominant edge rushers in today’s league. The San Francisco 49ers star DE has been an absolute nightmare for opposing offenses trying to protect their quarterback. Despite his gaudy stats, though… it seems like Bosa hasn’t quite played at 100% to start the year. Bosa’s All-Pro campaign last season […]

The Toronto Blue Jays are in the midst of a fierce playoff race. While the chances of the catching up to the New York Yankees are slim, they are still well in the running for a Wild Card spot in the American League. With teams like the Mariners and the Rays hot on their tails, […]

The Buffalo Bills are looking to avenge their heartbreaking loss to the Kansas City Chiefs in the Divisional Round. After a slew of changes to their roster, this team is trying to punch their way to the top of the AFC. However, it seems like they have already suffered a number of setbacks during training […]

The Golden State Warriors have built a dynasty in the Bay Area during the last decade. Behind Stephen Curry’s immaculate shooting and the team’s savvy roster-building, the Dubs have become a bona fide top-tier team. One of the best things to have happened to the team that cemented their dynasty legacy is the addition of […]

There’s a new sheriff in town for the Denver Broncos. After years of riding the quarterback carousel, the team finally landed a star in Russell Wilson. The former Seattle Seahawks star will now try to lead his new team to greater heights after seasons of mediocrity from them. Despite not even playing a single NFL […]

The Green Bay Packers’ 2022 training camp started off on the wrong foot, when Sammy Watkins was placed on the NFI list. Already lacking in wide receiver depth, the team didn’t need another blow to their offensive core. Watkins’ long injury list only served make fans worry more. Thankfully, Watkins’ stint on the NFI list […]

The San Francisco Giants’ 2022 season has not gone according to plan. Off the heels of a 100-win season, the expectation for this team was to retain some competitiveness in a stacked division. Despite key players leaving the team, many expected the team to still be in the hunt for a Wild Card spot. After […]