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A pair of Atlanta superstars showed respect for one another on Saturday. Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young and Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr swapped autographed jerseys ahead of the Hawks-Hornets game on Saturday, per Bally Sports South. No. 13 🤝 No. 11@ronaldacunajr24 and @TheTraeYoung swap autographed jerseys. pic.twitter.com/nCA7roNSDY — Bally Sports South (@BallySportsSO) January […]

The Jacksonville Jaguars made things interesting in their NFL Playoff clash with the Kansas City Chiefs on Saturday. But a number of mistakes led to the Chiefs ultimately winning the game. Nevertheless, Jaguars’ head coach Doug Pederson gave QB Trevor Lawrence a bode of confidence after the game, per the Jacksonville Jaguars Twitter account. “I […]

The Philadelphia Eagles received a Bryce Harper hype video ahead of their NFL Playoff matchup with the New York Giants on Saturday. Harper, who led the Philadelphia Phillies to the World Series in 2022, shared a Philly-based message for the Eagles, video courtesy of SaveUsEagles on Twitter. Bryce Harper FOX Video:#EAGLES #PHILLIES pic.twitter.com/G7Ih2fnNqN — Fangio (@PHLSportsFan) […]

Dillon Brooks of the Memphis Grizzlies played a role in containing Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James in Memphis’ recent loss to LA. Brooks commented on how he was able to match up with arguably the greatest player of all-time. “He doesn’t want to go left. I was just making him go left all game. […]

The Green Bay Packers need to make a quarterback decision sooner rather than later. Aaron Rodgers has stated that he will look for a change of scenery if Green Bay enters a rebuild. But Jordan Love may opt to request a trade if the Packers decide to roll with Rodgers once again, per ESPN’s Jeremy […]

Atlanta Braves’ SP Spencer Strider is changing his jersey number from No. 65 to No. 99, per David O’Brien. O’Brien revealed the underlying reason for Strider’s number change. “#Braves’ Spencer Strider switched from No. 65 to No. 99. Nothing to do with his average fastball velo — ‘That was 98.2, so it wouldn’t be accurate’ — […]

Joe Burrow is one of the best quarterbacks in the NFL. And the Cincinnati Bengals are expected to reward him for his superb effort during the offseason, per Ian Rapoport. “(Joe Burrow) made just $5.5 million dollars in cash this year, one of the best bargains in the NFL,” Rapoport said. “Expect that to change. […]

Max Duggan, who declared for the NFL Draft, shared a heartfelt message accompanied with a video on Twitter as a farewell to TCU football. Thank You, TCU. Forever, Go Frogs pic.twitter.com/ugJ1XCozy9 — Max Duggan (@MaxDuggan_10) January 21, 2023 “Thank You, TCU. Forever, Go Frogs.” TCU football is set to lose a number of key players […]

Brian Snitker said Vaughn Grissom will compete solely for the Atlanta Braves’ shortstop job, per David O’Brien. There were rumors previously surfacing stating that Grissom may see outfield repetitions during Spring Training. But according to Snitker, the potential Dansby Swanson replacement will only be seen in the infield. Grissom is expected to compete for the shortstop […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have a shortstop decision to make as a result of Trea Turner signing with the Philadelphia Phillies in MLB free agency. Gavin Lux was expected to start once Turner officially left, however, speculation has emerged following LA’s Miguel Rojas acquisition. Former big leaguer and current MLB Network analyst Sean Casey believes Lux […]

The Green Bay Packers could realistically trade QB Aaron Rodgers during the offseason, per ESPN’s Adam Schefter. “This will be the third straight offseason in which Aaron Rodgers’ future is the subject of much speculation,” Schefter said on ESPN. “But make no mistake, both sides are fully aware that a trade is a very real […]

Ozzie Albies believes Ronald Acuna Jr is set for a big 2023 season. In fact, the Atlanta Braves’ second baseman said Acuna Jr is in line for a better campaign than his 40-40 2019 performance, per Grant McAuley. “I expect him to be better than the 2019 Ronald, when he went off,” Albies said. The […]

Lucas Giolito endured a difficult 2022 campaign with the Chicago White Sox. However, he was previously considered to be one of the best pitchers in all of baseball. Giolito recently discussed changes he’s making in order to rebound in 2023, per MLB Network on Twitter. “Last season I was really out of sync for most […]

Former San Francisco Giants’ star Brandon Belt signed with the Toronto Blue Jays in MLB free agency. Belt recently trolled the Los Angeles Dodgers, who are of course the Giants’ primary rival, about his free agency decision, per KNBR. “Honestly I was this close to signing with the Dodgers… …I’m just kidding I would never […]

Max Muncy’s 2022 season was far from ideal. The Los Angeles Dodgers’ slugger slashed a miserable .196/.329/.384 with a .713 OPS. His forgettable campaign has fans wondering what the future holds for Muncy. Although the surface numbers are not easy to look at it, there is underlying optimism heading into 2023. And there will certainly […]

SP Pablo Lopez and two prospects were traded from the Miami Marlins to the Minnesota Twins for 2B Luis Arraez on Friday. The Marlins and Twins addressed crucial roster needs as a result of the deal. Lopez shared a “bittersweet” take on the news, per Jordan McPherson. “Pablo Lopez said the trade is ‘bittersweet’ considering […]

Kevin Pillar and the Atlanta Braves recently agreed to terms on a minor league contract ahead of the 2023 season. Pillar took to Twitter to express his excitement about joining the Braves on Friday. “Beyond excited to be joining the @Braves can’t wait to join such a historic franchise and help these guys get back […]

The Miami Marlins and Minnesota Twins agreed to terms on a Luis Arraez for Pablo Lopez-led trade on Friday. Minnesota also received a pair of prospects in the deal. On the surface, this seems like a win-win trade for both sides. The Marlins desperately needed to add offense while the Twins were looking to acquire pitching […]

Toronto Blue Jays’ star Vladimir Guerrero Jr said he’s feeling stronger and more flexible heading into the 2023 campaign. He also said he expects the Blue Jays to be a “more complete team” this season, per Keegan Matheson. Guerrero Jr, who recently earned a significant contract raise, had a solid 2022 season. He posted a […]

Plenty of teammates will have to face each other during the upcoming World Baseball Classic. But the one head-to-head matchup that is destined to standout would be Los Angeles Angels’ superstars Shohei Ohtani and Mike Trout going head-to-head. Trout, who will be playing for team USA, got brutally honest on potentially facing Shohei Ohtani (Team […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers announced that they added MLB Network’s Stephen Nelson to their broadcast team for the 2023 season. He is expected to call 50 games for SportsNet LA with Joe Davis, Orel Hershiser, and rest of the Dodgers’ broadcast crew, per MLB.com. Nelson has plenty of experience in the industry and should mesh […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have no shortage of prospect potential in their loaded farm system. Catcher Diego Cartaya highlights the team’s future stars. Pitcher Bobby Miller and INF/OF Miguel Vargas are also listed as top-tier prospects. But a new Dodgers prospect is being regarded as a Rookie of the Year candidate according to MLB.com’s Jim […]

Former player and current NBA analyst Kendrick Perkins recently claimed that he feels the Los Angeles Lakers are “punishing” LeBron James for the Russell Westbrook trade. “It almost feels like, in my opinion, that Rob Pelinka and Jeanie Buss is punishing LeBron James for the Russell Westbrook trade,” Perkins said. “Meaning, ‘you played a huge […]

Miguel Rojas is headed back to the Los Angeles Dodgers after initially beginning his career in LA. The infielder played just 85 games for the Dodgers in 2014 before landing with the Miami Marlins in 2015. But Rojas saved a Clayton Kershaw no-hitter during the 2014 season. He recently addressed reuniting with the Dodgers and […]

Cody Bellinger recently told his Chicago Cubs teammate Ian Happ on the “Compound Podcast” how the shift departure in 2023 will help him and other hitters. “It (the shift going away in 2023) just opens up a completely different part of the game,” Bellinger said. “Your whole life, growing up, you hit a line drive, […]

St. Louis Cardinals’ fan-favorite star third baseman Nolan Arenado is regarded as one of the best players in baseball. Cardinals fans and non-Cardinals fans tend to agree that he’s one of the best third baseman in all of baseball alongside Manny Machado and Jose Ramirez. However, MLB Network’s “MLB Now” ranked Arenado as the 5th […]

Anthony Davis has impressed this season when on the court. But the Los Angeles Lakers’ star has unfortunately battled injuries once again. However, his injury return timetable received a promising update from analyst Dave McMenamin, via Lakers Supply on Twitter. “They’re going to have Anthony Davis back on the court,” McMenamin said. “Anthony Davis is, […]

Luka Doncic arrived to the Dallas Mavericks-Atlanta Hawks game on Wednesday in an Apocalypse 6X6, per Bleacher Report and ESPN’s Mark Jones. The vehicle certainly looks like a tank. Luka pulled up in a TANK ahead of tonight's game 😳🚛 (via @MarkJonesESPN) pic.twitter.com/uOIKJ5IDgv — Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) January 18, 2023 Doncic is clearly enjoying life […]

Tanner Houck of the Boston Red Sox is reportedly drawing “significant” trade interest, per Massive.com’s Chris Cotillo. Although Boston isn’t aggressively trying to deal him away, Cotillo reports that they would be more willing to trade Houck than Brayan Bello or Garrett Whitlock. The Red Sox could use infield help amid Trevor Story’s injury. A […]

Former NFL star tight end Rob Gronkowski was fine with everything Aaron Rodgers said on the Pat McAfee Show on Tuesday with one exception. Gronkowski dropped an honest take on Rodgers that will make Tom Brady proud, per Up & Adams on Twitter. “I’m totally fine with everything he (Aaron Rodgers) said except one major […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers saw a number of key players depart in MLB free agency. They will all be missed, but Justin Turner’s overall impact on the team will prove to be difficult to replace. Meanwhile, Chris Taylor has been the subject of various trade rumors this offseason. Although LA has not displayed any indication […]

Dallas Mavericks’ owner Mark Cuban shot down a report that claimed Luka Doncic indicated he wants the Mavs’ roster upgraded prior to the NBA trade deadline, per ESPN’s Tim MacMahon. “Tim MacMahon got it dead wrong. Luka has never suggested, asked, demanded or discussed changes to the roster,” Cuban said. The initial report from MacMahon, […]

A report previously stated that the Las Vegas Raiders are expected to aggressively pursue Tom Brady during the offseason. A new report doubled down on that narrative as the Raiders work through their quarterback options, per Josina Anderson. “I’m told the #Raiders are still working through their options at quarterback. They have not made a […]

James Harden said the Philadelphia 76ers give him the “best chance” to win the NBA Finals, per NBA on ESPN. “Top, for sure. We had some really good teams in Oklahoma City, then that ’18 team in Houston,” Harden told ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne. “But this team is definitely the best chance I’ve had to win.” […]

Cam Johnson is set to return for the Phoenix Suns following his lengthy injury absence, per the Suns Twitter account. He is expected to play against the Brooklyn Nets on Thursday. The 26-year old has played in just 8 games for Phoenix this season due to a lingering knee injury. He posted 13 points per […]

Yuli Gurriel is reportedly a “possibility” for the Miami Marlins, per Jon Heyman and Alejandro Villegas. The Marlins desperately need offensive help. Gurriel would provide a steady presence in the lineup for Miami. The former Houston Astros’ first baseman is a reliable veteran and 2-time World Series champion. Gurriel was apart of the Astros’ 2017 […]

Former LSU quarterback Walker Howard revealed that he’s transferring to Ole Miss football on Wednesday. He displayed interested in a number of other programs but ultimately decided to attend Ole Miss. Howard spent just one season at LSU. However, he was a top recruit and still features a high-ceiling. He is now regarded as a […]

Veteran relief pitcher Aroldis Chapman is drawing interest in MLB free agency. The former New York Yankees closer was previously linked to the Miami Marlins. However, the San Diego Padres and Kansas City Royals have also been connected to the left-handed flame-thrower, per Hector Gomez and Alfre Alvarez. Alvarez reports that Miami, San Diego, and […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo and Khris Middleton, who are both dealing with injuries, could return soon for the Milwaukee Bucks, per Shams Charania. “There is optimism that both Giannis (Antetokounmpo) and Khris (Middleton) will be back in the lineup on Saturday in Cleveland,” Charania said. Jrue Holiday has played well for Milwaukee amid their absences. But the Bucks […]