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Despite missing the playoffs with a 77-84 record a year after the Boston Red Sox reached the ALCS, Xander Bogaerts has remained consistent as one of the best hitting shortstops in the league. A dip to his power production numbers notwithstanding, he has posted arguably his best all-around season in 2022, after an impressive improvement […]

It’s Year 4 of the Kawhi Leonard and Paul George era with the Los Angeles Clippers, and there have been lots of roadblocks in their pursuit of a championship, including, but not limited to, injuries and chemistry problems. Nevertheless, the Clippers enter the 2022-23 season with high hopes, especially after Leonard had made his much-awaited […]

As the old adage goes, ‘you never forget your first.’ Such is certainly the case for the number one prospect in all of baseball, Francisco Alvarez. The New York Mets future franchise catcher hit the first home run of his career, a deep 439-foot bomb to left-center field in the bottom of the sixth inning. […]

Jalen Brunson hasn’t played better in his career than when he lit up the Utah Jazz and the Phoenix Suns for the Dallas Mavericks in the 2022 postseason. The southpaw out of Villanova averaged 21.6 points, 4.6 rebounds, and 3.7 dimes in the playoffs, and the New York Knicks rewarded him with a four-year $104 […]

Jalen Brunson made his preseason debut for the New York Knicks after he signed a four-year $104 million deal in the offseason. Known for his efficiency and playmaking, Brunson showed Knicks fans exactly what he would bring to the table after he dropped 16 points on an elite 7-9 shooting from the field. However, it’s […]

There is, perhaps, no greater love in the world than the love of a mother. It’s difficult to pinpoint exactly what New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge’s mom, Patty, was feeling in the moments leading up the 6’7 outfielder’s historic 62nd long ball on the season. Maybe it was a combination of anxiety, excitement, and […]

The Golden State Warriors enter the 2022-23 NBA season having reclaimed their spot on top of the NBA, winning their fourth title over the past decade after their triumph over the Boston Celtics. However, with a new season comes new challenges, and it appears the Warriors are getting doubted yet again. In the 2022-23 version […]

It’s difficult to believe that Chicago Bulls guard DeMar DeRozan has already played 13 seasons in the NBA. Now at 33 years of age, DeRozan is now filled with the wisdom of a grizzled veteran who’s been through tons of battles in the postseason. Entering his 14th campaign, DeRozan spoke with Marc J. Spears of […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves had high hopes entering the season after the addition of defensive stalwart Rudy Gobert. However, the Timberwolves’ concerns shifted to Karl-Anthony Towns’ well-being, especially after reports came out that the star center lost nearly 20 pounds because of a serious illness that caused him to be hospitalized. An earlier report didn’t mention […]

There has been a lot of talk as to whether Tyler Herro was worth the four-year $130 million extension he signed with the Miami Heat. However, the Heat are strapped for cap space, and they would have risked alienating Herro if they didn’t ink him to a new deal. Nevertheless, head coach Erik Spoelstra believes […]

Fresh off a 6-3 defeat to Manchester City that wasn’t as close as the scoreline suggests, Manchester United is in a tough spot right now under manager Erik Ten Hag. During their embarrassing loss against their intracity rivals, star forward Cristiano Ronaldo didn’t make an appearance off the United bench. Ronaldo just hasn’t been a […]

Damian Lillard and the Portland Trail Blazers took on the Los Angeles Clippers in the Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle for their preseason opener. And as expected, the raucous Seattle crowd made itself felt very quickly. Chants of “SuperSonics” reverberated throughout the arena, as fans clearly miss the franchise that was surprisingly relocated to Oklahoma […]

Philadelphia Phillies fans have waited a long time, but the Phillies are back in the postseason dance. They clinched their playoff berth after an impressive 3-0 shutout victory against the Houston Astros, marking their first postseason appearance since the heyday of the late Roy Halladay, Cliff Lee, and Cole Hamels in 2011. And outfielder Bryce […]

Denver Nuggets guard Jamal Murray made his return to the NBA court less than 18 months after he tore his ACL against the Golden State Warriors back in the 2020-21 season. Murray is one of the most creative and explosive scoring guards in the NBA, and both the league and the Nuggets sorely missed his […]

The beef between Orlando Magic rookie Paolo Banchero and Atlanta Hawks guard Dejounte Murray is one of the more confusing ones in recent memory. It definitely is one of the weakest, with no legitimate reason for either to loathe one another. Nevertheless, Banchero’s performance during his preseason debut will surely make Murray think he’s justified […]

The Kansas City Chiefs are off to a strong 3-1 start to begin the new campaign, and as usual, it’s Patrick Mahomes who has led the way. Mahomes’ best game of the season came in a 44-21 romp over the Arizona Cardinals, when he completed 30 out of 39 passes for five touchdowns. However, the […]

There was no better way for Freddie Freeman to depart the Atlanta Braves in 2021 than by bringing the franchise’s first World Series since 1995. In fact, Freeman loved the franchise so much, he became emotional when he first returned to Truist Park as a member of the Los Angeles Dodgers. And it appears his […]

The Los Angeles Lakers’ acquisition of Russell Westbrook in July of 2021 was polarizing among their fanbase. Some fans doubted Westbrook’s fit alongside LeBron James, while some were excited especially after his strong season with the Washington Wizards. Fast forward to a year later, there are now rumblings about bringing the former MVP off the […]

The NFL’s concussion protocols have come under fire once again after the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ 41-31 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. Buccaneers tight end Cameron Brate controversially was allowed back into the field after suffering a hit to the head in the second quarter of the game, drawing the ire of retired coach Tony […]

James Harden just hasn’t had the best time of his career over the past 12 months. Harden forced his way into the Philadelphia 76ers after seeing the Brooklyn Nets franchise fall into disarray as he battled lingering hamstring problems during the entirety of last season. Nonetheless, a new season marks a fresh start, and Harden […]

Flags fly forever. There’s no better way to endear yourself to a fanbase than to lead a team to the pinnacle of success in your sport. Such is the case for Jacksonville Jaguars head coach Doug Pederson with the Philadelphia Eagles, the franchise he steered to a Super Bowl victory in 2018, which is now […]

Tyler Herro is definitely a richer man today than he was yesterday. After averaging an impressive 20.7 points, 5.0 rebounds, and 4.0 assists a night en route to a Sixth Man of the Year award-winning campaign last season, Herro is now reaping the rewards financially. The 22-year old Miami Heat guard recently signed a four-year […]

In preseason, NBA teams don’t typically give much attention towards winning games. Player development is of utmost priority, as there’s no better time for teams to assess the readiness of players to contribute for the upcoming season. But the Golden State Warriors ask: ‘why not both?’ This was the case when the Warriors came back […]

It’s a bit difficult to believe, but Miami Heat point guard Kyle Lowry is already 36 years old. From his reputation as a temperamental player during his early professional years, he now commands so much respect from his peers. This is especially the case after he won the 2019 NBA Championship with the Toronto Raptors […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder surely pleased their fans with their haul coming out of the 2022 NBA Draft. The Thunder selected Chet Holmgren with the second overall pick, 15 years after the franchise drafted Kevin Durant in the same draft position. However, Thunder fans will have to wait for Holmgren’s debut after he suffered a […]

Fans of the Oklahoma City Thunder had high hopes after they nabbed Chet Holmgren with the second pick of the 2022 NBA Draft. A basketball unicorn in every sense of the word, Holmgren has immense potential as a shot-creating big and elite shot-blocker. The 20-year old’s skills were in full display back in Summer League, […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have pursued the services of Myles Turner and Buddy Hield all offseason long. However, the Lakers have been understandably stingy with their 2027 and 2029 unprotected first round draft picks, preventing a deal between the Lakers and the Indiana Pacers from materializing. But rumor has it that the Lakers could acquire […]

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa’s injury situation became of much concern in recent days after he suffered a concussion following a violent hit he took against the Cincinnati Bengals. Backup Teddy Bridgewater will now be called upon to fill in their 24-year old franchise quarterback’s shoes, with Tagovailoa’s recovery now made the number one priority […]

The Boston Celtics franchise has been in a bit of a pickle as of late. Nonetheless, they remain as one of the best teams in the NBA following a surprise run to the 2022 NBA Finals. But following the latest injury to Robert Williams III, reinforcements are needed. And help is coming in the form […]

The Golden State Warriors franchise is one of the most well-run organizations in all of sports. The Warriors won their fourth championship in the past decade after they defeated the Boston Celtics in six games during the 2022 NBA Finals. Amidst all their success, one of the most crucial players for the Warriors’ future, James […]

The Golden State Warriors are trying to pull off one of the most difficult feats in NBA roster building – trying to remain competitive while also developing a young core to take the veterans’ place someday. James Wiseman will be crucial to the Warriors’ future, and at only 21 years of age, the sky is […]

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa’s well-being is of utmost priority right now after he was needed to be carted off the field following the violent blow he took against the Cincinnati Bengals. The 24-year old is thought to have suffered ‘nothing more serious than a concussion‘ and he is also reportedly progressing well after he […]

It hasn’t been the kindest of weeks to Miami Dolphins franchise quarterback Tua Tagovailoa. Tagovailoa entered the Dolphins’ Week 4 game against the Cincinnati Bengals facing back and ankle problems, and then he proceeded to take a violent blow to the head during the second quarter of the ensuing game, with many fearing the worst […]

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill has long been one of the best players in the NFL. The man affectionately known as “cheetah” due to his blistering speed has long terrorized defenses during his renowned stint with the Kansas City Chiefs that even culminated in a 2020 Super Bowl triumph. Now with the Dolphins, Hill […]

The New York Mets, who currently boast a 98-58 record, are in an enviable position for once after years of franchise mishaps. Not only are they in position to claim the NL East crown, they have also done so in convincing fashion led by superstars Francisco Lindor, Jacob deGrom, and Max Scherzer. And it’s only […]

Many feared the worst after Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa suffered a nasty blow to the head in the second quarter of a close game against the Cincinnati Bengals. Tagovailoa immediately showed signs of being concussed, and he had to be carted off the field as a result. Thankfully, the 24-year old QB is in […]

It appears as if DeMar DeRozan had something to prove entering last season after a few years toiling away with the San Antonio Spurs. DeRozan turned in arguably the best season of his career in his first year with the Chicago Bulls, putting up 27.9 points per game, a career-best, on 50.4% shooting from the […]

While Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ focus on the field is to win as many games as possible in pursuit of a Super Bowl, there are plenty of things bigger than sports. In the aftermath of a devastating natural calamity, it’s imperative for sports organizations that are worth billions of dollars to step […]

Many feared the worst after Chicago Bulls guard Lonzo Ball revealed that he still “can’t run or jump” eight months after suffering a bone bruise and a torn meniscus on his left knee that’s kept him out of action since January. But it appears as if Bulls fans will receive a bit of hope regarding […]