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The CeeDee Lamb-Dallas Cowboys contract situation has become a topic of discussion to begin NFL training camp. Lamb is holding out in hopes of landing a new contract. Cowboys executive vice president Stephen Jones provided an update on the situation, per Jane Slater of the NFL Network. “#Cowboys EVP Stephen Jones tells me they sent […]

New York Mets manager Carlos Mendoza revealed on Saturday that starting pitcher Kodai Senga may be out for the year after suffering a high grade calf strain. Senga exited his first start back from the injured list with the concern. The Mets are now considering changing their MLB trade deadline strategy as a result of […]

Dereck Lively II displayed signs of promise during his rookie season. He was ultimately selected to the All-Rookie Second-Team. Dallas Mavericks fans are surely wondering what Lively’s ceiling is, though. There is one specific element of his game that could determine how well he fares during his NBA career. Lively can score in the paint, […]

The New York Yankees are reportedly interested in Miami Marlins reliever Tanner Scott, per Jon Heyman of the New York Post. Heyman noted that the Baltimore Orioles, Los Angeles Dodgers, Philadelphia Phillies, Arizona Diamondbacks, and Seattle Mariners are also involved in the Scott trade sweepstakes. The 38-66 Marlins are selling ahead of the MLB trade […]

The Boston Red Sox may be close to receiving an important reinforcement. First baseman Triston Casas is reportedly nearing a rehab assignment, per MLB.com. The Red Sox will continue to monitor his status and listen to how Casas says he is feeling. Casas has been limited to 22 games played in 2024 due to a […]

The Dallas Mavericks and forward Kessler Edwards are reportedly in agreement on a two-way NBA contract, Shams Charania of The Athletic and Stadium reports. In an offseason that has seen the Mavs make a number of intriguing additions such as acquiring Klay Thompson, Edwards will provide necessary depth on the roster. Edwards, 23, has played […]

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has been mentioned in no shortage of trade rumors. The Toronto Blue Jays are rumored to be interested in selling ahead of the MLB trade deadline, however, Jeff Passan of ESPN reports that the team is not planning to deal Guerrero away. Guerrero, along with teammate Bo Bichette, has one year of […]

The Philadelphia Phillies and Baltimore Orioles agreed to a trade on Friday. Philadelphia will receive outfielder Austin Hays, while Baltimore adds relief pitcher Seranthony Dominguez and outfielder Christian Pache, Jeff Passan of ESPN reports. A rare trade between contenders gives Philadelphia necessary outfield help while the O’s land a quality reliever and a former top […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers recalled outfielder James Outman from Triple-A after utility man Chris Taylor was placed on the injured list, per Mike DiGiovanna of the Los Angeles Times. Taylor is battling a groin strain. Outman displayed promise during his rookie season with the Dodgers in 2023. 2024 has been a struggle for him, however. […]

It was recently revealed that TNT is expected to lose its NBA media rights deal after the league went in a different direction. TNT’s popular show, Inside the NBA, will be especially missed by fans. Charles Barkley, an NBA Hall of Famer and one of the stars of the show, recently addressed the TNT news […]

Georgia football wide receiver Rara Thomas has reportedly been arrested on multiple counts, per Jake Rowe of On3. Thomas is reportedly facing three “family violence” charges, two of which are counts of battery. The third is second-degree cruelty to children, On3 reports. Thomas was previously arrested in 2023 on family violence and false imprisonment charges. […]

Cincinnati Bengals star receiver Ja’Marr Chase is reportedly “trending” toward not practicing on Thursday, according to Ben Baby of ESPN. Assuming he doesn’t practice, Thursday will represent Chase’s second consecutive missed practice. Adam Schefter of ESPN reports that Chase is looking for a new contract. “Ja’Marr Chase is scheduled to make $1 million in base […]

Will the Pittsburgh Pirates buy or sell ahead of the MLB trade deadline? Pittsburgh currently holds a 52-50 record, which places them third in the National League Central. The Pirates are still alive in the NL Wild Card conversation as well. One American League executive isn’t sure the Pirates should add ahead of the deadline, […]

Chicago White Sox pitcher Garrett Crochet is a popular trade candidate as the 2024 deadline draws near. Questions have also emerged about whether or not Crotchet will continue to start games as the season continues. Some rumors have suggested that the 25-year-old could move to the bullpen so he doesn’t throw too many innings. Crochet, […]

The New York Yankees are currently in second place in the American League East. New York is looking to upgrade the roster ahead of the trade deadline, and two Chicago Cubs players are being linked to the ball club, per Jon Morosi of MLB Network. “The Cubs are another potential Yankees trade partner. Nico Hoerner […]

In 2023, the Baltimore Orioles acquired starting pitcher Jack Flaherty from the St. Louis Cardinals before the MLB trade deadline. Flaherty’s 6.75 ERA across nine games pitched in Baltimore tells you everything you need to know about his performance with the Orioles. Nevertheless, the Orioles are reportedly open to a reunion with the starting pitcher, […]

Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins is seemingly trending in a positive direction as he recovers from his 2023 Achilles tear, per Adam Schefter of ESPN. “Falcons HC Raheem Morris said QB Kirk Cousins, who is recovering from a torn Achilles, has been medically cleared but the Falcons will be diligent with him and other players […]

Toronto Blue Jays and former Tampa Bay Rays outfielder Kevin Kiermaier is planning to retire following the 2024 season, per ESPN. ESPN provided a quote from Kiermaier about the decision. “I’m more than happy,” Kiermaier said Wednesday. “I’m at peace with my decision. The year is not over yet. Who knows what’s left in store?” […]

Clayton Kershaw is set to return from injury on Thursday. With Kershaw being activated from the 60-day injured list, LA has designated relief pitcher Ricky Vanasco for assignment, per Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic. Vanasco has appeared in only two games for the Dodgers in 2024. He surrendered three earned runs across three innings of […]

Kevin Durant is reportedly nearing a return for Team USA ahead of the Olympics. Although it remains uncertain when Durant will officially return, he did practice on Wednesday, per Brian Windhorst of ESPN. Durant is battling a calf injury and Team USA will proceed with caution. The fact that he practiced is certainly an encouraging […]

Lamar Jackson is back! The Baltimore Ravens superstar quarterback missed the first three days of NFL training camp with an illness but Jackson returned on Wednesday, via Jamison Hensley of ESPN. After missing the first three days of Ravens training camp with an illness, Lamar Jackson has returned to the practice field today pic.twitter.com/cwWHfIH6CF — […]

NFL training camp is underway and tempers are already flaring. Chiefs defender George Karlaftis hit wide receiver/running back Kadarius Toney hard during a tackle on Wednesday, and tight end Travis Kelce was clearly not a fan of Karlaftis’ actions. Video via KC Sports Network: Gittin’ CHIPPY 😬 George Karlaftis lays out Kadarius Toney after a […]

Klay Thompson had spent his entire career playing with Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors before the 2024 NBA offseason. Now, Thompson is preparing for his next chapter with the Dallas Mavericks. Curry admitted that it is “weird” not having Thompson as a teammate. “It’s still weird, man,” Curry said, via Marc J. Spears […]

Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid is among the best players in the entire NBA. Yet, Embiid has received criticism in the past. He has heard the noise and addressed it during a recent appearance on the Check Ball Show, via ClutchPoints. “I’m probably the most hated guy in the league,” Embiid said. “I don’t know […]

The Chicago Cubs are not expected to buy ahead of the 2024 MLB trade deadline. As a result, a number of veteran players could end up being made available in trade talks. Starting pitcher Jameson Taillon is among the Cubs players currently being mentioned in trade rumors. The veteran starting pitcher recently addressed the “noise,” […]

New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones was limited to six games played during the 2023 season because of injuries. Giants head coach Brian Daboll provided an important training camp injury update on the QB Wednesday, via Dan Salomone of Giants.com. “Daniel Jones has been cleared for 11-on-11 drills. ‘He’s getting all the reps’ with the […]

The Indiana Pacers and guard Andrew Nembhard are reportedly in agreement on a three-year, $59 million contract extension, per Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN. Nembhard took a step forward during the 2024 NBA playoffs, as he played a big role for the Pacers. Indiana clearly took notice which led to the extension. Indiana has built a […]

The Philadelphia Phillies have the best record in MLB. Yet, they are still likely going to try to improve the roster ahead of the 2024 MLB trade deadline. According to Jon Morosi of MLB Network, the Phillies are interested in upgrading their rotation and Detroit Tigers and Chicago White Sox starting pitchers Jack Flaherty and […]

Mike Trout is nearing his return from injury. The Los Angeles Angels star is currently playing for the team’s Triple-A ball club, the Salt Lake Bees, as part of a rehab assignment. Trout is also taking matters into his own hands when it comes to pre and postgame meals for the team, per Kevin Reynolds […]

The Dallas Mavericks’ acquisition of Klay Thompson has been a popular subject of discussion throughout this offseason. Mavericks forward PJ Washington, who was acquired ahead of the 2023-24 NBA trade deadline, was recently asked to share his thoughts on the addition. “I think it’s great,” Washington said, via Kevin Gray Jr. “I think he brings […]

The Miami Dolphins are reportedly placing Odell Beckham Jr. on the PUP list ahead of training camp, per Tom Pelissero of NFL Network. Beckham joined the Dolphins this past offseason but his start in training camp will be delayed. Pelissero reports that Beckham is “working through minor things.” It appears that the Dolphins are simply […]

Randy Arozarena has been mentioned as a possible trade candidate for the Los Angeles Dodgers for quite some time. The Tampa Bay Rays had remained competitive in previous years, but now they are preparing to sell ahead of the MLB trade deadline. Tampa Bay currently holds a 50-50 record but the odds of the Rays […]

Brian Windhorst of ESPN believes the Los Angeles Lakers may be a landing destination for Washington Wizards center Jonas Valanciunas during the 2024 season. “Do we think Jonas Valanciunas will be an offer from the Wizards midway through the season… I wouldn’t rule out Jonas Valanciunas eventually ending up as a Laker this year,” Windhorst […]

Bobby Witt Jr. is emerging as one of the best players in MLB. The Kansas City Royals star shortstop has played well throughout the 2024 season and was on the verge of hitting for the cycle on Monday night against the Arizona Diamondbacks. All he needed was a single to complete the historic feat, but […]

Robbie Ray has yet to make his San Francisco Giants debut. That is expected to change on Wednesday as the former Cy Young winning pitcher is set to start against the Los Angeles Dodgers, per Alex Pavlovic of NBC Sports Bay Area. Ray is returning from elbow surgery, as the 32-year-old last pitched for the […]

Boston Red Sox first baseman Triston Casas is reportedly beginning to increase the intensity of his swings as he recovers from a rib injury, according to MLB.com. Casas is seemingly trending in a promising direction. Boston will continue to closely monitor his status on a day-to-day basis. Casas, 24, has been limited to only 22 […]

Football and Texas just go together. So when a historic rivalry game is on the schedule between two top Texas college teams, it is destined to draw no shortage of attention. Texas football and Texas A&M football are scheduled to go head-to-head during the 2024 season on November 30. While fans are certainly excited, players […]

TNT is not giving up. The company announced that they matched Amazon’s $1.8 billion offer to continue covering the NBA while keeping the “Inside the NBA” show, which features Shaquille O’Neal, Charles Barkley, Kenny Smith and Ernie Johnson, running moving forward. “We’re proud of how we delivered for basketball fans by providing best-in-class coverage throughout […]

The Brooklyn Nets traded Mikal Bridges to the New York Knicks earlier in the offseason. They traded Kyrie Irving and Kevin Durant away ahead of the 2022-23 NBA trade deadline. Ben Simmons, however, is proving to be quite difficult to move amid the Nets’ evident rebuild. Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints reports that league sources said […]