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The Boston Red Sox have holes on their roster that need addressing. Xander Bogaerts’ departure to San Diego to join the Padres set the Red Sox back. But Chaim Bloom is not willing to roll over and simply let the pieces fall where they may. A recent report suggests that the Red Sox could turn to […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have been uncharacteristically quiet this offseason. But a recent update from Dodgers’ play-by-play broadcaster Tim Neverett on SP Dustin May will excite LA fans, per MLB Network. “With Dustin May, he’s full-speed ahead,” Neverett told Chris Russo on MLB Network’s High Heat. “He came back last year, pitched in some games. […]

The Atlanta Braves’ immense catching depth has been a subject of discussion amid their Sean Murphy deal with the Oakland Athletics. Although they sent William Contreras to the Milwaukee Brewers as part of the trade, Atlanta still has a talented catcher in Travis d’Arnaud on the roster. Braves’ GM Alex Anthopoulos revealed the plan for […]

The Atlanta Braves acquired C Sean Murphy as part of a 3-team trade on Monday. The move brought mixed reaction given Atlanta’s prior impressive catching depth. Nevertheless, the deal may have never come to fruition if it wasn’t for Willson Contreras. According to Mark Feinsand, the Oakland Athletics and St. Louis Cardinals had previously discussed […]

MLB free agency has seen no shortage of action. However, the trade market had previously been quiet. But the Atlanta Braves, Oakland Athletics, and Milwaukee Brewers changed that narrative in eye-opening fashion. The Braves acquired C Sean Murphy from Oakland in a 3-team trade on Monday. And it is safe to say that this deal […]

Jim Harbaugh is doing everything he can to put Blake Corum’s injury concerns to rest. The Michigan football head coach shared high praise for running back Donovan Edwards, per 247Sports. “This guy (Edwards)has 401 yards in the last two games,” Harbaugh said. “You want to talk about big games? This guy comes alive in the […]

MLB star shortstop Dansby Swanson married Chicago Red Stars’ Mallory Pugh over the weekend. The wedding has led some to believe that Swanson, a free agent, may opt to sign in Chicago with the Cubs with Pugh playing for the Red Stars. Although that is only speculation, it is something worth keeping tabs on. Pugh’s […]

Deebo Samuel apologized for an incident that involved a sideline cameraman during the San Francisco 49ers’ victory over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. “My apologies for stepping over the camera guy. Definitely didn’t realize I did it until watching the tape. Was just in the moment. My apologies my guy,” Samuel wrote on Twitter. The cameraman […]

New York Jets’ quarterback Mike White remained in the game despite suffering a rib injury during the team’s Week 14 loss to the Buffalo Bills. White, who was taken to a hospital after the contest, is considered day-do-day following the injury. Jets’ head coach Robert Saleh said they are expecting White to be available in […]

New Orleans Saints head coach Dennis Allen made a final quarterback decision for the team’s upcoming matchup against the Atlanta Falcons, per Mike Triplett. “Saints coach Dennis Allen said Andy Dalton will remain the starting QB in Week 15 coming out of the bye. Allen said he thinks Dalton has done some good things and […]

The Cleveland Browns fell to 5-8 as a result of their Week 14 loss at the hands of the Cincinnati Bengals. Head coach Kevin Stefanski responded to backlash following the defeat, per Ben Axelrod. “I think all of that goes with the territory,” Stefanski said. “As you’d imagine, I kind of keep the focus on […]

Grant Williams of the Boston Celtics has been fined $20,000 dollars for hitting a basketball into the stands during a recent game against the Golden State Warriors, per NBA Communications. Williams was given a technical foul and ultimately ejected when the incident initially occurred. The Celtics went on to suffer a difficult road loss to […]

Jeff Saturday said the Indianapolis Colts will stick with Matt Ryan at quarterback for their Week 15 clash with the Minnesota Vikings, per Zak Keefer. Indianapolis is just 4-8-1 on the season. They will enter their matchup with Minnesota in the midst of a 3-game losing streak. But the Colts can play the role of […]

Klutch Sports Group announced the signing of Bryce James to an NIL deal. Bryce, who’s LeBron James’ son, has a bright future ahead of him in the basketball world. Klutch Sports has confidence in Bryce James, as typically NIL deals only go to college athletes. However, Bryce James is a 15-year old high school player […]

The San Diego Padres’ Xander Bogaerts signing has led some to believe that Fernando Tatis Jr could be available on the trade market. The New York Yankees were rumored to be interested in the star shortstop. However, those rumors were recently shutdown by Dan Federico. “I’ve heard from well placed source that there’s “zero, absolutely […]

Carlos Correa is clearly the Minnesota Twins’ primary free-agency option. It has been reported all offseason that Minnesota wants to bring him back into the fold. And a recent report from The Athletic only strengthens that narrative. “(Twins) have offered him a massive contract far beyond anything in franchise history,” writes Aaron Gleeman of The […]

Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy, Justin Thomas, and Jordan Spieth participated in a roundtable discussion ahead of The Match on Saturday. A number of topics were discussed, and Thomas even made a joke at the expense of Woods. However, Los Angeles Lakers fans will be interested in hearing Tiger Woods’ answer after the group was asked about […]

Tiger Woods may be one of the most respected golfers of all-time. However, that does not mean he’s safe from getting roasted by fellow golfers. Justin Thomas threw an old man joke his way in an interview ahead of The Match, per Bleacher Report. Tiger Woods made a comment referencing his “generation.” And that was […]

Anton Hall Jr just made history in the Army-Navy football clash. Hall Jr broke out a 77-yard touchdown run in the 3rd quarter to give the Midshipmen a 10-7 lead. The run is the longest ever in the history of the Navy-Army game, per Navy Athletics on Twitter. Anton Hall to the HOUSE!!!!! 77-yard touchdown […]

Chris Taylor settled in as a left fielder last year for the Los Angeles Dodgers. However, he was once regarded as a utility man who could play multiple positions. And he certainly still features that ability. Taylor recently joined AM 570 LA Sports radio and discussed the potential of playing CF or SS amid the […]

Andrew Luck was recently inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame. The Stanford product gave a special shoutout to former Cardinal and current Michigan football head coach Jim Harbaugh, per Maize n Brew’s Trevor Woods. “My Stanford experience was no exception. It was littered with exceptional coaches. A massive, massive thank you to them, […]

Kansas City Chiefs’ wide receiver Kadarius Toney has been ruled out for Week 14, per the Chiefs’ Twitter account. The 23-year old has been limited all season long due to various ailments. He’s appeared in just 5 total games between the New York Giants and Chiefs in 2022. Kansas City comes into their Week 14 clash […]

Zion Williamson’s 360 last second dunk in the New Orleans Pelicans 128-117 victory over the Phoenix Suns drew backlash from players. Notably, Phoenix’s Cam Payne called out Williamson. But Deandre Ayton offered a surprising reaction to the incident. “I turned my back and I walked off (the court),” Ayton said in reference to the benches […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers reportedly made a strong push for CF Kevin Kiermaier in MLB free agency, per Juan Toribio. However, Kiermaier ultimately agreed to terms with the Toronto Blue Jays. “#Dodgers made a really strong push for Kevin Kiermaier, who was their top target in center. It came down to those two teams. But […]

The Dallas Mavericks have no shortage of injury concerns heading into their clash with the Chicago Bulls on Saturday night. Luka Doncic, Maxi Kleber, and Josh Green will all miss the game due to various injuries, per Marc Stein. Luka Doncic is dealing with a right quadricep strain. The Mavs will proceed with caution with […]

The Toronto Blue Jays and Kevin Kiermaier are reportedly in agreement on a contract, per Shi Davidi. Toronto has been involved in the centerfield market throughout the offseason. They were previously linked to players such as Cody Bellinger and Bryan Reynolds. But they will be content with landing 3-time Gold Glove winner Kevin Kiermaier. Kevin […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers received a number of positive injury updates ahead of their Week 14 contest against the Baltimore Ravens, per Adam Schefter. “Steelers upgraded T.J. Watt, WR Diontae Johnson and LB Malik Reed for Sunday’s game vs. Baltimore and each now has no injury status designation and is expected to play,” Schefter wrote on […]

Los Angeles Dodgers star pitcher Walker Buehler shared a hilarious response to Trea Turner leaving LA for the Philadelphia Phillies. “Traitor. No we love you brotha. Enjoy that bag!!” Buehler wrote on Twitter. Trea Turner enjoyed a solid Dodgers tenure. He spent a season and a half in Los Angeles and played a pivotal role […]

Country music star Zach Bryan is unsurprisingly backing Navy football for the Army-Navy clash on Saturday. “go navy beat army,” Bryan wrote on Twitter. Zach Bryan is quickly emerging as one of the most popular stars in country music. However, he was also a military member who served in the Navy. In fact, he recorded […]

The San Diego Padres’ decision to pursue Xander Bogaerts in free agency caught agent Scott Boras by surprise, per The Athletic. AJ Preller reportedly called Boras to discuss a specific free agent. However, Boras did not expect the free agent to be Bogaerts. “We have to do a better job of understanding how A.J. thinks […]

The Baltimore Ravens are expected to activate RB JK Dobbins for Week 14, per Adam Schefter. In a corresponding move, Baltimore is waiving RB Mike Davis. The Ravens head into Week 14 with an 8-4 record. That mark leaves them tied atop the AFC north with the Cincinnati Bengals. However, Cincinnati has been playing an […]

The Dallas Cowboys are activating WR James Washington from the IR for Week 14, per Ian Rapoport. Rapoport adds that Mike McCarthy said earlier this week Washington was “ready to go.” The only reason he would not have been activated would have been due to a setback on his injured foot. But Washington clearly showed the […]

Xander Bogaerts was officially introduced as a member of the San Diego Padres on Friday. The former Boston Red Sox shortstop discussed a number of topics, including his decision to sign in San Diego and Fernando Tatis Jr., per Allison Edmonds. “San Diego was my first All-Star game, back in 2016,” Bogaerts said during his […]

San Diego Padres owner Peter Seidler shared an inspiring message with fans following the free agency signing of Xander Bogaerts, per Bill Shaikin. “This is a city that is headed toward its first world championship,” Seidler said. The Padres swung and missed on Aaron Judge and Trea Turner in free agency. But the third swing […]

Los Angeles Rams head coach Sean McVay shared a crucial update on injured QB Matthew Stafford, per Jourdan Rodrigue. “Sean McVay says as far as he as aware, Matthew Stafford will not need any sort of procedure as he recovers from a spinal cord contusion. Reiterates he expects Stafford to have a healthy off-season,” Rodrigue […]

The San Francisco 49ers are preparing to host Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday. However, there is a chance the Niners could be without star defender Nick Bosa. Adam Schefter reports that Bosa is listed as questionable for this Week 14 clash due to a hamstring ailment. Bosa has dealt with various […]

Mookie Betts is putting in no shortage of offseason work with aspirations for a strong 2023 season. The former MVP shared a 7-word message on Twitter that will surely fire up fans of the Los Angeles Dodgers. It’s not “work” when you love it 💪🏽 pic.twitter.com/YMq05n3GaM — Mookie Betts (@mookiebetts) December 9, 2022 “It’s not […]

Minnesota Vikings’ running back Alexander Mattison responded to his recent fine from the NFL. “They share it like crazy.. then fine you like crazy smh,” Mattison wrote on Twitter. He then posed a question to the league, “And I just wanna know who sits there and comes up with these random number amounts for fines.” […]

The Jacksonville Jaguars waived RB Darrell Henderson Jr. on Friday, per Tom Pelissero. Henderson Jr. opened the season with the Los Angeles Rams before getting cut after 10 games. The Jaguars claimed Henderson Jr., but released him before he even played one snap in Jacksonville. Darrell Henderson Jr. is a steady option out of the […]