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Miguel Vargas, who’s expected to assume 2B duties in 2023 with Gavin Lux shifting to shortstop, suffered a finger injury on Monday in Spring Training. Vargas reportedly has a hairline fracture in his pinky, per Fabian Ardaya. He suffered the injury after taking a ground ball off his finger. Although he will not be able […]

Cleveland Guardians’ top prospect and MLB’s No. 16 overall prospect Daniel Espino is expected to be shut down from throwing for eight weeks, per Mandy Bell. Espino highlights an impressive Guardians’ farm system. Cleveland’s pitching depth would have made it difficult for him to earn a big league spot even if he was healthy, but […]

Mac McClung’s Slam Dunk Contest performance saved the day during All-Star Weekend. The All-Star Game itself was heavily criticized and fans weren’t excited about the dunk contest field prior to McClung’s superb effort. Los Angeles Lakers’ star LeBron James got brutally honest on McClung following his performance. “He solidified himself as probably one of the […]

MLB’s new rules are expected to increase action and lead to further excitement. The league even implemented bigger bases to improve player health and encourage teams to steal more bases. Los Angeles Dodgers’ manager Dave Roberts is looking to take advantage of MLB’s new bases and rules by challenging his players to be more aggressive […]

The TBS and TNT All-Star Game broadcast featured the “Inside the NBA” crew of Ernie Johnson, Kenny Smith, Shaquille O’Neal, and Charles Barkley. They were also joined by Golden State Warriors’ star and fellow TNT crew member Draymond Green on the broadcast, with Green working as a sideline reporter. However, Green and Barkley got into […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers’ shortstop position is in a state of transition. Gavin Lux is expected to take over SS duties with Miguel Rojas likely to fill in on occasion. Lux, who grew up playing the position, recently discussed how the previous presences of Corey Seager and Trea Turner in LA impacted him as an […]

The Houston Astros are known for their sign-stealing scandal. However, the Boston Red Sox also stole signs and Los Angeles Dodgers’ star and former Red Sox 2018 MVP Mookie Betts recently dropped a truth bomb on the situation, per The Los Angeles Times’ Dylan Hernandez, via Yahoo. “Yeah,” Betts responded to whether or not he was aware […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers hired a former Boston Red Sox employee during this past offseason. J.T Watkins, a former Red Sox video coordinator who was suspended for his role in Boston’s sign-stealing scandal, is prepared for a fresh start in Los Angeles. Dodgers’ star pitcher Clayton Kershaw addressed the situation, stating that he wasn’t concerned […]

With Aroldis Chapman out of the picture and in Kansas City with the Royals, there is uncertainty around the New York Yankees’ closer role. They have plenty of qualified pitchers for the gig and Aaron Boone revealed that Clay Holmes is expected to be their primary 9th inning option. With that being said, Boone added […]

The NBA Dunk Contest has received criticism for its lack of high-profile participants. Kevin Durant even admitted that he wants to see stars such as Ja Morant and Zion Williamson take part in the event. Williamson said he may participate next year. However, Morant doesn’t have any intentions of taking part in the dunk contest. […]

New York Yankees’ superstar Aaron Judge was named captain of the Yankees after re-signing with the team this past offseason. Manager Aaron Boone addressed how Judge’s captainship will impact his role with the ball club, per Marly Rivera. “I don’t know if it will change it that much. I do think it’s been ratcheted up […]

New York Mets’ manager Buck Showalter is one of the best MLB coaches in recent memory. He has a resume that speaks for itself. But Showalter has his eyes on winning a World Series in 2023. Jon Heyman of the New York Post recently asked him if Showalter’s burning desire is to win a World […]

Atlanta Hawks’ big man John Collins has entered concussion protocol following a collision he endured on Wednesday, per the Hawks Twitter account. The Hawks added that “he will be monitored daily and his status will be updated as appropriate.” With the majority of NBA news revolving around All-Star Weekend, this Collins update could have been lost […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo is no stranger to making people laugh, and that is exactly what he did at NBA All-Star Media Day. However, Kevin Durant may not have been as amused by Giannis’ hilarious antics. The Milwaukee Bucks’ superstar mocked Durant as KD answered a question from reporters on Saturday, video via Kyle Goon. it’s pretty […]

Phoenix Suns’ new superstar Kevin Durant is one of the greatest players in the NBA today. But even stars like KD had players they looked up to while growing up. Durant revealed which players inspired him when he was younger, per NBA on Twitter. “There’s a lot of players that inspired me but I think […]

New York Mets’ star shortstop Francisco Lindor is excited to represent Team Puerto Rico in the World Baseball Classic. Lindor recently addressed what it means to play for his home country in the WBC, per MLB on Twitter. “It’s Game 7 everyday. I love that. I love whenever I get to wear Puerto Rico across […]

Atlanta Braves’ starting pitcher Mike Soroka has been hampered by injuries in recent years. The 25-year old is already dealing with a hamstring injury in Spring Training, however, he received a pivotal update on the ailment on Saturday, per David O’Brien. “#Braves pitcher Michael Soroka’s sore hamstring improved enough to start playing catch again today. […]

Freddie Freeman understands that Team Canada will have a difficult road to a 2023 World Baseball Classic championship. Defeating Team USA will be one of their primary challenges. The star Los Angeles Dodgers’ first baseman summed up Team Canada’s chances versus Team USA in three words, per Jorge Castillo. “Miracle on Dirt,” Freeman said. It […]

Lance McCullers Jr. is one of the Houston Astros’ most talented pitchers. Injuries have been an issue for him in recent years, and manager Dusty Baker recently shared a concerning update on Houston’s right-hander, per Brian McTaggart. “Temporarily,” Baker said in response to whether or not McCullers Jr. has been shut down from throwing. Baker […]

The Toronto Raptors’ 2022-23 season hasn’t gone according to plan. They came into the NBA All-Star break three games under the .500 mark. The Raptors are in the conversation for the play-in games but making a true postseason run will be difficult. However, Scottie Barnes believes in Toronto, per SiriusXM NBA Radio on Twitter. “We […]

Dustin May is expected to play a crucial role for the Los Angeles Dodgers’ rotation this season. However, health has been an issue for the young-right hander. Manager Dave Roberts recently said that May not only is “healthy” in Spring Training, but that his stuff looks “electric,” per SportsNet LA. “For me, I thought… very […]

Carlos Rodon was dealing on Friday. Yes, it’s still February but the fact that the left-hander looks to be in midseason form is a tremendous sign for the New York Yankees. Yankees’ reporter Bryan Hoch broke down Rodon’s Friday Spring Training effort. “Carlos Rodon out here on the mound at George M. Steinbrenner Field for […]

The Atlanta Braves hired Madden’s Brandon Gaudin to be their play-by-play broadcaster in 2023, per MLB.com’s Mark Bowman. Gaudin is set to replace Chip Caray, who recently left Atlanta for the St. Louis Cardinals. Gaudin followed the Braves while growing up and is excited for this opportunity. “Today is the realization of a childhood dream,” […]

Tiger Woods pranked Justin Thomas by handing him a tampon during the Genesis Invitational on Thursday. Woods’ gesture, which came after he out-drove JT, drew mixed reactions from Twitter. Some fans thought it was hilarious and couldn’t get enough of it, while others were offended and upset. Woods ultimately apologized on Friday. Here is a […]

Jalen Ramsey has faced trade rumors ever since the 2022 season came to an end. The Los Angeles Rams’ star defender recently ignited the rumors with a now deleted tweet provided by Pro Football Talk. “I can PROMISE you, I won’t get cut . . . now trade? Maybe lol,” Ramsey wrote according to Pro […]

Trea Turner will ‘probably’ be the Philadelphia Phillies’ leadoff hitter in 2023 according to manager Rob Thomson, per John Foley. Thomson explained why he believes Turner is a capable leadoff option for the ball club. “It all depends when Harp (Bryce Harper) gets back. Before Harp gets back, I think we’re probably going to have […]

Los Angeles Dodgers’ star pitcher Clayton Kershaw will not pitch in the 2023 World Baseball Classic, per The Athletic’s Fabian Ardaya and Ken Rosenthal. Although the future Hall of Famer is healthy, he struggled to obtain an insurance policy for the WBC as a result of his prior injury history. Missing out on the tournament […]

Los Angeles Dodgers’ pitcher Noah Syndergaard, who signed with the team this past offseason, is reportedly throwing harder in Spring Training this year than he did to open the spring of 2022 according to Dave Roberts, per Jack Harris. Roberts didn’t reveal Syndergaard’s exact velocity but stated that the Dodgers have seen an “uptick” from […]

Derek Carr is reportedly expected to visit the New York Jets following his Las Vegas Raiders release, per Mike Garafolo. Carr had previously visited with the New Orleans Saints but nothing came to fruition. The Jets are in the quarterback market and have been linked to the former Raiders’ QB for quite some time. The […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are facing sign-stealing accusations from a book written by The Athletic’s Evan Drellich. Dave Roberts responded to the allegations by stating MLB investigated the Dodgers and “came away with nothing.” MLB commissioner Rob Manfred was asked about the situation on Thursday. The commissioner got brutally honest on MLB’s investigation of sign-stealing allegations […]

Los Angeles Dodgers’ star Mookie Betts is preparing to represent Team USA in the World Baseball Classic. Betts recently revealed one of the primary reasons he joined Team USA for the 2023 WBC, per Juan Toribio. “#Dodgers Mookie Betts said a big reason he decided to play for Team USA in the WBC is because […]

With no shortage of superstars getting paid lucrative amounts of money during the 2022 offseason, San Diego Padres’ star Manny Machado is planning to test his luck in free agency following the 2023 campaign. Machado, who has an opt-out clause in his contract with the Padres, said he plans to exercise his opt-out next offseason. […]

It is no secret that Chris Sale has dealt with injury trouble over the past few years. It’s something that has held him and the Boston Red Sox back. Sale, who’s aiming to rebound in 2023, issued an exciting two-word health update as the Red Sox Spring Training gets underway, per MLB.com’s Ian Browne. “Full […]

Chicago White Sox pitcher Mike Clevinger broke his silence on the domestic violence allegations he’s currently facing. Clevinger requested that everyone holds off judgement “until there is actual evidence,” per Jesse Rogers. “Just asking everyone to wait before they rush to judgment,” Clevinger said. “Wait until the actual facts are out there. Wait until there […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder selected Chet Holmgren in the 2022 NBA Draft with the No. 2 overall pick. Their selection came after the Orlando Magic had taken Paolo Banchero No. 1 overall. Jabari Smith Jr., who ended up going No. 3 overall to the Houston Rockets, was reportedly stunned after the Thunder passed up on […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers and RP Jimmy Nelson are reportedly in agreement on a one-year, $1.2 million contract for the 2023 season, per The Athletic’s Fabian Ardaya. The deal is a major league contract and can reach up to $4 million with bonuses. Nelson, a former starting pitcher, joined the Dodgers’ bullpen in 2021 and […]

The San Diego Padres are reportedly a ‘threat’ to sign Shohei Ohtani following the 2023 season, per the New York Post’s Jon Heyman, via si.com’s Noah Camras. However, Los Angeles Angels’ star Mike Trout is prepared to do whatever it takes to keep Ohtani with the Halos. Barring a Shohei Ohtani extension, the two-way phenom […]

Damar Hamlin recently wore a controversial jacket to the Super Bowl which led to criticism from former running back Adrian Peterson. Peterson referred to the jacket, which features an altered head of Jesus hanging on the cross, as “disrespectful.” Hamlin responded to Peterson and others who took issue with the jacket on Twitter. “After talking […]

San Francisco Giants’ outfielder Joc Pederson is known for playing with high energy and never holding back. Pederson took things a bit far in a game last year versus the Brewers in Milwaukee when he called an opposing fan a “f–king p–sy.” Pederson recently addressed his 2022 NSFW call-out on The Chris Rose Rotation, per […]