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Carlos Rodon is arguably the best starting pitcher in free agency not named Jacob deGrom. The left-hander holds no shortage of value and is just 29-years old. After battling injuries early in his career, Rodon broke out with the Chicago White Sox in 2021. He followed up his strong 2021 performance with another All-Star caliber […]

Josh Allen’s Week 10 status was in doubt following recent news of an elbow injury. In fact, his entire season was in question after Tommy John rumors emerged. However, Buffalo Bills fans were able to breath a sigh of relief when it was revealed that Allen’s injury was just an elbow sprain. And the most […]

Brooklyn Nets’ star Kyrie Irving will reportedly not play on Sunday against the Los Angeles Lakers, per Brian Lewis. Irving was previously slapped with a 5-game suspension, but his timetable for return is unclear at the moment. Irving, who shared a video on his social media which contained anti-Semitic elements and later deleted the video, […]

Texas football is preparing for a pivotal clash with TCU on Saturday. Although they don’t need much in the way of motivation against the Horned Frogs, the Longhorns received an energy boost from Pat McAfee and Texas alum Jordan Spieth, per College Gameday. McAfee, who never lacks energy, began by getting the Texas football crowd […]

Brooklyn Nets superstar Kevin Durant recently shared his honest thoughts on not facing LeBron James in 4 years ahead of the Brooklyn Nets-Los Angeles Lakers upcoming matchup. “It’s always an incredible time for the NBA when we get together and hoop against each other… We played on different teams, different matchups, it’s always fun playing […]

Cody Bellinger is one of the likeliest players to be traded this offseason. If the Dodgers tender the centerfielder a contract, LA could look to move him for younger pieces. However, there is an argument to be made in reference to now not being the best time to trade Bellinger. There is no denying the […]

The Washington Commanders are set to receive a crucial boost on offense. Wide receiver Jahn Dotson will return from injury in Week 10, per the Commanders Twitter account. Dotson had previously been dealing with a hamstring ailment. Speculation of his return began when Dotson practiced, albeit in limited capacity, on Thursday. His chances of playing […]

Dansby Swanson has enjoyed a pair of breakout seasons over the past two years. The former Vanderbilt star always featured a high-ceiling, but he struggled to find his footing offensively through the first portion of his career. Swanson was always regarded as a solid defender, but his 2021 and 2022 offensive outbursts will lead to […]

The Chicago Cubs have reportedly been in contact with free agent shortstops Trea Turner, Carlos Correa, Dansby Swanson, and Xander Bogaerts, per Jon Morosi. Chicago has endured a disappointing past couple of seasons. They have gone through a rebuild that has seen them trade stars such as Kris Bryant, Anthony Rizzo, and Javier Baez. But […]

Nolan Arenado continued his reign of defensive dominance by winning his 6th consecutive National League Platinum Glove award, per MLB. The Platinum Glove is an award that honors the best defensive player in each league. New York Yankees catcher Jose Trevino won the award for the American League. Nolan Arenado is making a case for […]

Jae Crowder has been linked to the Miami Heat for quite some time. The disgruntled Phoenix Suns’ forward is seeking a trade and has yet to play this season. Recent reports have stated that Phoenix wants a specific player from Miami in a potential trade, per SNY. “Miami is among the teams Phoenix has touched […]

TCU football wide receiver Quentin Johnston’s status is up in the air for Saturday night’s crucial affair against Texas. However, TCU believes that Johnston will likely play in the game, per ESPN. With that being said, ESPN also reports that he will be a gametime decision for the Horned Frogs. TCU is 9-0 on the […]

Justin Verlander will turn 40-years old in February. Nevertheless, the 2022 Cy Young hopeful will receive plenty of interest on the MLB free agent market. But where should Verlander sign in what could be the final contract of his historic career. There are 3 teams that standout as good fits for Verlander. One team is […]

Aaron Judge and Anthony Rizzo are free agents. The New York Yankees extended both the qualifying offer. Judge will certainly not take it, but there is a chance Rizzo might. And even if Rizzo does not accept it, MLB insider Jon Morosi believes New York has a strong chance of resigning the veteran first baseman, […]

Every July 1st, the MLB world celebrates Bobby Bonilla day. Despite not playing since 2001, the New York Mets will pay Bonilla $1.19 million every July 1st through 2035. And their recent Edwin Diaz contract also features a clause featuring deferred payments. But for Diaz, the contract runs through 2042, per ESPN. The closer signed […]

The Houston Astros and GM James Click parted ways on Friday. However, assistant general manager Scott Powers was also fired, per Jeff Passan. Both moves are surprising given the Astros’ recent World Series victory. Nevertheless, owner Jim Crane and Houston are clearing willing to move on. Click was originally offered a 1-year deal which he […]

MLB all-time hit leader and Cincinnati Reds’ legend Pete Rose recently sent a letter to commissioner Rob Manfred amid his Hall of Fame absence. Rose is currently banned from the Hall of Fame due to gambling on games. But the former superstar isn’t giving up trying to force the commissioner to change his mind, per […]

Hal Steinbrenner recently revealed that he’s had “positive” conversations with Aaron Judge since the season came to an end, per Bryan Hoch and Meredith Marakovits. “I have had more than one conversation with Aaron (Judge), since the season ended,” Steinbrenner said. “I’ll leave it at that. Very positive conversation.” Marakovits then asked Steinbrenner if he […]

Everyone in the MLB world is focused on free agency this offseason. However, the trade market also needs to be monitored. Free agency will ultimately change the dynamic of the league, but certain deals between ball clubs will also have a major impact on the 2023 campaign. There are four specific stars who are most […]

Los Angeles Dodgers relief pitcher Blake Treinen is expected to miss the 2023 season after undergoing right shoulder labrum and rotator cuff surgery, per Juan Toribio. However, Toribio added that there is a minor chance of Treinen returning towards the end of the 2023 campaign. Treinen is one of the best relievers in baseball when healthy. […]

Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray has officially been listed as a gametime decision for Week 10 against the Los Angeles Rams, per Adam Schefter. Murray has been listed as questionable all week due to a hamstring ailment, so this update is not all that surprising. Murray attended practice on Friday but is expected to participate […]

Chicago Bulls big man Nikola Vucevic was fined $15,000 dollars for making an obscene gesture during a recent game. The NBA has fined Bulls center Nikola Vucevic $15,000 for making an obscene gesture on the court Wednesday night. Here's where the incident occurred:https://t.co/1O3KTG17sq — ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) November 11, 2022 It is unclear who the gesture […]

James Click will not be returning to the Houston Astros despite leading the team to a World Series win, per Jeff Passan. Passan reports that the Astros offered Click a 1-year contract which he ultimately turned down. Click and owner Jim Crane reportedly had differing viewpoints on baseball operations which originally sparked rumors of Click’s […]

The Miami Heat narrowly defeated a lackluster Charlotte Hornets team at home on Wednesday. Although they escaped with a victory, Jimmy Butler sent a stern warning to Miami after the game, per Ira Winderman. “Sometimes we think we’re too good,” Butler said. “I hope I don’t have to score 35 ever again this season in […]

The entire MLB landscape is going to change this offseason. There is no shortage of talent on the free agent market with Aaron Judge, Jacob deGrom, and Trea Turner leading the charge. A number of superstars will likely change teams in MLB free agency. However, which players do we believe are destined to find new […]

The San Diego Padres recently signed reliever Robert Suarez to a 5-year, $46 million dollar deal. He was a valuable set-up man in 2022 but could have an even more impactful role down the road depending on Josh Hader’s future. According to Jon Heyman, the Padres view Suarez as an “elite set-up man” who could […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have been linked to Bojan Bogdanovic for quite some time. However, no trade has come to fruition. The Lakers were reportedly interested prior to Bogdanovic landing in Detroit with the Pistons. Recent reports from Yahoo Sports suggest that the Lakers could circle back on their interest of Bogdanovic in a potential […]

Trea Turner is destined to be a coveted free agent this offseason. He profiles well for a number of different teams. However, a recent report hinted at Turner’s desire to join the Philadelphia Phillies, per David Grzybowski. “I am all in on signing Trea Turner,” the Athletic’s Jayson Stark said via NBC Sports Philadelphia. “There […]

San Francisco Giants fans buckle up, as Farhan Zaidi recently hinted that the team will fully pursue Aaron Judge. Zaidi revealed that no player is out of San Francisco’s reach financially in free agency, per Alex Pavlovic. “From a financial standpoint nobody is out of our capability” Zaidi said. “It’s about mutual interest and how […]

Could the Seattle Mariners be in the market for one of the top free agent shortstops? Although J.P. Crawford is Seattle’s shortstop of the future, MLB Network’s Jon Morosi said the Mariners may still pursue middle infield options such as Trea Turner or Xander Bogaerts. “I don’t believe that free agent is going to be […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are expected to extend the $19.65 million dollar qualifying offer to LHP Tyler Anderson, per Jon Heyman. However, LA has not officially extended the offer, and the deadline to do so is November 10th. Prior to the 2022 season, Tyler Anderson was a journeyman. He had spent 6 seasons in the […]

It was not long ago that Cody Bellinger was regarded as one of the best all-around players in baseball. But his downfall has been swift and now there are genuine questions as to whether the Los Angeles Dodgers will tender the 27-year old a contract. Agent Scott Boras recently shared his thoughts on Bellinger’s struggles […]

The Houston Astros revealed a pair of injury updates on Alex Bregman and Martin Maldonado following their World Series victory, per Mark Berman. Bregman reportedly suffered a fractured left index finger on a slide in the 8th inning of World Series Game 6. The third baseman remained in the game and will not require surgery […]

Paolo Banchero has not disappointed the Orlando Magic so far in his young NBA career. However, the soon-to-be 20-year old rookie recently suffered a sprained ankle. He rolled his ankle in the Magic’s loss to the Houston Rockets. As a result, Banchero was placed on the injury report ahead of Orlando’s matchup with the Dallas […]

Alvin Kamara’s next court date has been set for March 1, 2023, per Nick Underhill. This means that Kamara will not face a suspension this season. However, if a suspension is warranted, it would likely be implemented for the 2023 NFL campaign. Kamara was originally arrested in Las Vegas prior to the Pro Bowl in February […]

Russell Wilson sent a fiery message to the Denver Broncos ahead of their upcoming matchup against the Tennessee Titans, per Aric DiLalla. “We’ve got to have a playoff mentality right now,” Wilson said. “We’ve got to be at our best and bring our A game.” Denver is 3-5 entering this clash with Tennessee. The Broncos […]

NFL insider Ian Rapoport shared a crucial injury update on Josh Allen. His reports comes after Buffalo Bills head coach’ Sean McDermott said he was done answering Allen injury-related questions for now. “Josh Allen not practicing today is obviously significant,” Rapoport said. “My understanding is that Josh Allen is dealing with an elbow sprain, a […]

The Oakland Athletics’ rebuild will continue this offseason amid their future uncertainty. Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic reports that the A’s will likely trade catcher Sean Murphy. “A trade of (Sean) Murphy, however, still appears likely, and for the right reasons,” Rosenthal recently wrote. The Atheltics will not be inclined to trade Murphy from a […]

Buffalo Bills head coach Sean McDermott is done answering Josh Allen injury questions for now, per Mike Giardi. “Not going into the medical report. Not going to answer any more questions about Josh,” McDermott said. “We will see how he does. We’ll use common sense.” Initial fear surfaced that Josh Allen may need Tommy John […]