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The Los Angeles Dodgers’ chances of signing Shohei Ohtani diminished on Friday, although it is still a possibility. Los Angeles is currently focused on Ohtani’s MLB free agency decision. However, another report surfaced about other moves LA could make as the offseason continues on. Bill Plunkett of The Orange County Register recently reported that infielders […]

There is a new update in Friday’s Shohei Ohtani saga. MLB insider Jon Morosi of MLB Network reports that Ohtani is “en route” to Toronto. “Sources: Shohei Ohtani is en route to Toronto today. A representative of his agency, CAA, would not comment when asked about Ohtani’s travel plans. At this hour, Ohtani does not […]

Chris Paul has been added to the Golden State Warriors injury report. Paul is dealing with a general illness, per Anthony Slater of The Athletic. The Warriors head into the game with a 10-11 record. It has been a disappointing campaign up to this point for Golden State. That said, they feature enough talent on […]

JP Hoornstra of LA Sports Report and Dodgers Nation reported Friday that Shohei Ohtani is headed to the Los Angeles Dodgers. Alden Gonzalez of ESPN quickly refuted the report, though, writing that Ohtani “has not made a decision yet.” It should be noted that Gonzalez said the Blue Jays are certainly still a candidate to […]

The Indiana Pacers and their top-tier offensive attack defeated the Milwaukee Bucks by a final score of 128-119 in the NBA In-Season Tournament Semifinals on Thursday. However, Pacers guard TJ McConnell was called for a controversial travel during the game. NBA Referees on X (formerly Twitter) admitted that the call was wrong after the game. […]

The Dallas Mavericks ruled out Grant Williams (right knee soreness), Josh Green (right elbow sprain), and Maxi Kleber (right toe dislocation) for Friday’s road game against the Portland Trail Blazers, per the NBA injury report. Kyrie Irving, who was on the injury report Wednesday before ultimately returning for the game, was not listed on Friday’s […]

The Toronto Blue Jays were recently confirmed as a finalist in the Shohei Ohtani free agency sweepstakes. The Los Angeles Dodgers have consistently been mentioned as a serious suitor as well. Nevertheless, the San Francisco Giants are not giving up, per MLB insider Mike Rodriguez. Rodriguez reports that San Francisco’s “top priority” is signing the […]

The Kansas City Royals are reportedly looking to make some moves. The Royals are stuck in a rebuild amid their recent struggles, but Kansas City is trying to take the next step. League sources told Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic that KC has been “surprisingly aggressive in trying to add starting pitching.” Kansas City was […]

Golf star Jon Rahm recently made the decision to leave the PGA Tour for LIV Golf. Rahm addressed the move Thursday, via Mark Schlabach of ESPN. “I’m forever grateful for the PGA Tour and the platform they’ve allowed me to be on,” Rahm said. “I mean, I have nothing bad to say about them. They’ve […]

The Toronto Blue Jays are indeed a finalist for Shohei Ohtani in MLB free agency, Jon Morosi of MLB Network reports. Morosi also reported that Ohtani’s free agency decision is “imminent” and the superstar free agent could make his decision Friday. Ohtani had already been connected to the Blue Jays. However, this report confirms that […]

Craig Kimbrel is set to join his fifth different team since 2021. The nine-time All-Star closer recently agreed to a contract with the Baltimore Orioles. Kimbrel addressed his decision to sign with Baltimore in MLB free agency, per Roch Kubatko of MASN. “Craig Kimbrel says he was looking for an opportunity and comfort when signing […]

The New England Patriots’ 2023 season has not gone according to plan. They currently hold a 2-10 record and Bill Belichick’s future with the team is clouded in uncertainty. Jeff Howe of The Athletic reported that the Patriots could consider a Belichick trade following the season. “Three high-ranking executives from rival teams who were polled […]

The New York Yankees and San Diego Padres recently agreed to a Juan Soto trade. Aaron Judge shared his reaction to the news on Thursday, and it is safe to say he’s thrilled to have Soto on the team. Yankees legend Derek Jeter also reacted to the deal Thursday. MLB posted a video on X […]

The Boston Red Sox are looking to upgrade their pitching rotation in MLB free agency. So why didn’t they make more of an effort to sign Eduardo Rodriguez, a star pitcher who previously pitched in Boston. “Red Sox showed interest in bringing back Eduardo Rodriguez but preferred to wait on (Yoshinobu) Yamamoto and (Shota) Imanaga,” […]

The New York Yankees acquired superstar outfielder Juan Soto from the San Diego Padres in a blockbuster trade on Wednesday. Fans are excited, but how does Yankees Captain Aaron Judge feel about the deal? “I’m excited, we gave up quite a few pieces to get him, but he’s a generational talent,” Judge said of the […]

The PGA Tour lost a superstar to LIV Golf. Jon Rahm is reportedly headed to LIV Golf for around $450-$600 million, The Wall Street Journal reports. Other golfers have previously ditched the PGA Tour over the past few years. Rahm’s departure is especially notable though, as he is one of the best golfers in the […]

The Dallas Mavericks snapped a two-game losing streak with a dominant 147-97 victory over the Utah Jazz on Wednesday night. Luka Doncic had a triple-double before the first-half came to an end, and Dallas was able to cruise to the win. Doncic and the entire Mavs team played well. Sure, they were going up against […]

The Dallas Mavericks will host the Utah Jazz on Wednesday night. The Mavs are looking to overcome their current slide, having dropped five of their past seven games heading into Wednesday’s affair. Kyrie Irving, Tim Hardaway Jr., and Grant Williams were all listed as questionable on Tuesday. Irving missed Saturday’s game due to an injury […]

The Washington Wizards are set to host the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday night. Jordan Poole’s status is up in the air for the game though, as he is currently dealing with a left ankle sprain. Poole and the Wizards have endured a forgettable season up to this point. Washington enters play Wednesday with a 3-16 […]

The Atlanta Braves and veteran outfielder Leury Garcia are reportedly in agreement on a contract, per Robert Murray of FanSided. “Outfielder Leury Garcia is in agreement on a minor-league contract with the Atlanta Braves, source said. The deal includes an invite to spring training,” Murray reported. The Braves have been linked to a number of […]

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Najee Harris is dealing with a knee injury. The Steelers running back is reportedly listed as questionable for Thursday Night Football versus the New England Patriots, per Mike Garafolo of NFL Network. “#Steelers list RB Najee Harris as questionable for tomorrow vs. #Patriots after being listed as not practicing for the […]

Justin Jefferson is expected to return in Week 14. The Minnesota Vikings star receiver received a pivotal update Wednesday, via Tom Pelissero of NFL Network. “For the first time since his hamstring injury in Week 5, #Vikings All-Pro WR Justin Jefferson was a full participant in practice today. He’s set to return Sunday at Las […]

Kristaps Porzingis has found a home with the Boston Celtics. Just a few seasons ago, however, Porzingis was teammates with Luka Doncic on the Dallas Mavericks. His time in Dallas didn’t go according to plan, though, and Porzingis recently addressed his Mavs stint on The Old Man and The Three podcast with JJ Redick, via […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers believe in Bobby Miller. Previously LA’s top pitching prospect, Miller debuted in 2023 and performed well. As a result, Los Angeles does not have any plans to move Miller this offseason. The Dodgers are interested in Chicago White Sox starting pitcher Dylan Cease, per MLB insider Russell Dorsey of Bally Sports. […]

Dave Roberts recently admitted the Los Angeles Dodgers and Shohei Ohtani met. It was something that the entire MLB world expected to happen in free agency, but Roberts’ comments were still surprising since a previous report stated that Ohtani wanted to keep his free agency secretive. Dodgers president of baseball operations Andrew Friedman addressed Roberts’ […]

The San Diego Padres are reportedly close to trading Juan Soto to the New York Yankees. Soto, a superstar outfielder, is not the only trade candidate for San Diego. Infielder Jake Cronenworth could reportedly be moved as well, per Dennis Lin of The Athletic. “As the Padres and Yankees continue working toward a Juan Soto […]

The New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox agreed to an Alex Verdugo-led trade on Tuesday night. The deal saw New York acquire Verdugo for three right-handed pitchers in Richard Fitts, Greg Weissert and Nicholas Judice, ESPN’s Jeff Passan reported. Verdugo is a talented player who was originally acquired by the Red Sox from the […]

With the New York Yankees and San Diego Padres Juan Soto trade talks heating up, fans are likely wondering how the team’s outfield defense could look in 2024. Yankees manager Aaron Boone said that the team is open to Aaron Judge being the everyday centerfielder in 2024, per Brendan Kuty of The Athletic. The Yankees […]

Giancarlo Stanton is one of the best power hitters in MLB when healthy. The problem has been staying on the field in recent years. In fact, even Brian Cashman is preparing for a potential Stanton injury. Cashman’s comments were surprising to say the least. It is not often you hear a general manager admit to […]

The Juan Soto-New York Yankees trade rumors are back. After Soto and the Yankees dominated headlines (aside from Shohei Ohtani’s free agency) to begin the offseason, trade talks reportedly hit a roadblock after New York learned of the San Diego Padres asking price. The talks have resumed though, and Jack Curry of YES Network even […]

Shohei Ohtani has kept his free agency private. He clearly does not want information and rumors to be swirling around the MLB world while he makes his free-agency decision. However, some reports have made the rounds in recent days, linking him to the Toronto Blue Jays and Los Angeles Dodgers. A source reportedly revealed that […]

The Dallas Mavericks were defeated by the Oklahoma City Thunder on Saturday by a final score of 126-120. Luka Doncic led the offense with 36 points, 18 assists, and 15 rebounds. Dallas needed someone else to step up with Kyrie Irving out, and that is exactly what Derrick Jones Jr. did for the Mavs. Jones […]

The Cleveland Guardians have won the MLB Draft Lottery and will have the first overall pick in the 2024 draft, per Zack Meisel of The Athletic. Cleveland will have the first overall pick for the first time in franchise history, something that was not expected to occur with the Guardians entering the lottery with just […]

The Chicago Cubs and former Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Rhys Hoskins are reportedly discussing a contract, per Jon Morosi of MLB Network. Most people around the MLB world expect Hoskins to sign a one-year deal after missing all of 2023 due to an injury. This would allow him to potentially earn a lucrative, long-term contract […]

Wide receiver Kris Mitchell has reportedly committed to Notre Dame football, per Hayes Fawcett of On3. Mitchell, who previously attended FIU, was a top 10 wide receiver in the transfer portal. The Fighting Irish are receiving a star in this move. Notre Dame football enjoyed a strong 2023 season. They closed out the regular season […]

The Boston Red Sox have roster questions to answer this offseason. Improving their pitching is a priority, something that was solidified in a recent report. Boston is reportedly interested in free agent starting pitcher Yoshinobu Yamamoto, per Jon Morosi of MLB Network. “Yoshinobu Yamamoto is one of the Red Sox’ top priorities at the @MLB […]

The Dallas Mavericks revealed their injury report Tuesday ahead of Wednesday’s game against the Utah Jazz. The Mavs are looking to jump back into the win column, so monitoring their injury situation will be extremely important. Kyrie Irving (right foot soreness), Tim Hardaway Jr. (back spasms) and Grant Williams (right knee soreness) are all listed […]

The Houston Rockets assigned Amen Thompson to the G League, via Marc J. Spears of ESPN. Thompson, who has battled an ankle injury, will likely play a couple games in the G League before returning to the NBA. Thompson, the fourth overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft, has played in just four games for […]

Cody Bellinger’s free agency is currently uncertain. The New York Yankees were initially the favorite to sign Bellinger in free agency. However, he was recently linked to the Seattle Mariners, and a report surfaced on Tuesday stating that the Mariners are rumored to be considering the star outfielder, per Jon Morosi of MLB Network. In […]