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The Atlanta Braves are closely monitoring Chris Sale rehab developments after the left-handed pitcher took a line drive to the rib cage during a game against the New York Mets on June 18th, resulting in a fracture that landed him on the injured list. With the club still searching for consistency in the Braves rotation, […]

The San Diego Padres made a key pitching move just ahead of their crucial three-game series against the Los Angeles Dodgers starting Friday. The team announced that right-hander Michael King has been placed on the 15-day injured list due to left knee inflammation — a decision that directly impacts both the Dodgers series and the […]

The San Francisco Giants hit a historic low point on Wednesday afternoon, closing a three-game home series against the San Diego Padres with another lopsided defeat. An 11-1 loss at Oracle Park Wednesday sealed a sweep in which every game was a blowout and marked the first time since 1940 that the club has dropped […]

The Michigan Wolverines football program has produced another starting quarterback — but not in Ann Arbor. Former Michigan football signal-caller Jayden Denegal has been named the starting quarterback for the San Diego State Aztecs football program, winning the preseason competition in head coach Sean Lewis’ second year with the program. The announcement comes less than […]

The University of Tennessee football program, along with the rest of the athletics department, is making its first major branding change in over a decade. The Volunteers will end their long-running partnership with Nike and return to Adidas once their current deal expires after the 2026 season. ESPN’s Chris Low reported the news on X […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers got a historic boost from Shohei Ohtani on Wednesday night as the two-way superstar accomplished a feat Major League Baseball hadn’t seen in over a century. In the finale of the Freeway Series against the Los Angeles Angels, Ohtani became the first starting pitcher since at least 1900 to hit a […]

The Chicago Cubs earned a 4-1 win over the Toronto Blue Jays on Wednesday to improve to 68-51 on the season, but the victory came at a cost. Catcher Miguel Amaya was carted off the field in the eighth inning after a painful injury in his first game back from the injured list. User js9innings […]

Kansas City Chiefs star tight end Travis Kelce has gone viral once again, but this time it has nothing to do with a touchdown. During the latest episode of the New Heights podcast, co-hosted with his brother Jason Kelce, pop superstar Taylor Swift made her first-ever appearance — and surprised everyone with the cover reveal […]

The New Orleans Saints suffered a significant roster blow ahead of NFL preseason Week 2, placing second-year wide receiver Bub Means on the season-ending injured reserve. The move comes after the 24-year-old pass catcher sustained an ankle injury in the team’s 2025 preseason opener against the Los Angeles Chargers. The 33rd Team’s Ari Meirov took […]

The Las Vegas Raiders’ training camp has featured several intriguing roster developments, but one of the most unique stories belongs to rookie wide receiver Tommy Mellott. The former Montana State football standout, drafted in the sixth round of the 2025 NFL Draft, is making the rare transition from college quarterback to NFL pass catcher. Heavy […]

The New England Patriots’ training camp spotlight has shifted to rookie offensive tackle Will Campbell, and for good reason. Ahead of Preseason Week 2, quarterback Drake Maye made it clear just how much he values the protection from his newest teammate. During Wednesday’s media availability, Maye was asked about his early impressions of Campbell, the […]

The Los Angeles Angels delivered a dramatic 7-6, extra-innings victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Tuesday. They survived a ninth-inning Shohei Ohtani home run to take the first two games of a four-game set against their crosstown rivals at Angel Stadium. In front of a sellout crowd of 44,312, Jo Adell’s walk-off heroics sent […]

The Pittsburgh Pirates made headlines Tuesday night for all the wrong reasons. In the fifth inning of their road matchup against the Milwaukee Brewers, Pirates manager Don Kelly was ejected after a heated confrontation with home plate umpire Roberto Ortiz. The meltdown came when outfielder Jack Suwinski was called out on strikes, a moment that […]

The New York Mets received encouraging news Tuesday night as right-handed pitcher Tylor Megill took a significant step toward returning from a right elbow sprain. Out since mid-June, the 30-year-old made his first rehab appearance with Double-A Binghamton, signaling he could be back before the end of August to help the Mets in a tightening […]

Aaron Judge is back in the New York Yankees’ lineup, but his defensive return is still uncertain. The two-time AL MVP admitted this week that he has “no idea” when he’ll be ready to play right field again after suffering a right flexor tendon strain in late July. The injury kept Judge on the 10-day […]

The New York Giants entered the 2025 NFL preseason with excitement over rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart, but ESPN NFL analyst Dan Orlovsky quickly injected a reality check. During an NFL preseason segment on NFL Live, Orlovsky outlined why he believes the Giants’ offensive line and overall execution on offense could hinder Dart’s development as a […]

The New York Mets delivered one of their most memorable offensive performances in recent memory Tuesday night, combining a historic milestone with a viral stadium moment. Facing their NL East rivals, the Atlanta Braves, New York crushed six home runs in a 13-5 win that kept them within striking distance of first in the NL […]

The Seattle Mariners have stormed into the playoff conversation, climbing the AL West standings on the back of elite pitching, timely hitting, and key roster upgrades. Their recent form has impressed ESPN MLB insider Jeff Passan, who believes Seattle could be a nightmare opponent this October. Passan took to X, formerly known as Twitter, shortly […]

The Tampa Bay Rays placed shortstop Taylor Walls on the 10-day injured list Tuesday with a left groin strain, announcing the move just hours before game two of their away series against the Athletics in West Sacramento. Outfielder Tristan Peters was recalled from Triple-A Durham to take his roster spot. The organization’s public relations team […]

The St. Louis Cardinals have hovered around the .500 mark for much of the 2025 season, but a certain franchise legend believes the team’s best baseball is still ahead. In a recent segment on MLB Network, Adam Wainwright — a two-time World Series champion pitcher — made a bold statement about the Cardinals playoff chances, […]

The New Orleans Saints are exploring potential wide receiver depth, and their latest target comes with both championship pedigree and untapped upside. The Saints worked out former Kansas City Chiefs wideout Justyn Ross on Tuesday, according to NFL insider Jordan Schultz. Bleacher Report’s Jordan Schultz took to X (formerly known as Twitter), to share that […]

The Los Angeles Angels made a statement in their crosstown rivalry Monday night, defeating the Los Angeles Dodgers 7-4 at Angel Stadium to improve to 4-0 against their NL West neighbors this year. The victory secured the Angels’ first Freeway Series season triumph since 2019, halting a five-year run of dominance by the Dodgers. The […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers opened their August Freeway Series against the Los Angeles Angels on Monday night with an unexpected defensive twist. For the first time in 2025, Mookie Betts returned to right field, a position where he built his reputation as one of baseball’s elite defenders. The Dodgers ultimately fell 7-4 in the series […]

Shohei Ohtani returned to the ballpark where his MLB journey began and delivered another unforgettable moment. In Monday night’s opener of a three-game Freeway Series, the Los Angeles Dodgers superstar launched a solo home run in the eighth inning at Angel Stadium — his 42nd of the 2025 season and his 100th since joining the […]

The Houston Astros entered their Monday night matchup against the Boston Red Sox riding momentum in the AL West playoff race. But the postgame focus wasn’t on the 7-6 win—it was on why their All-Star closer never took the mound. Houston Chronicle’s Matt Kawahara posted on X, formerly known as Twitter, with an update from […]

The San Francisco 49ers are preparing for a pivotal 2025 season, and quarterback Brock Purdy is entering it with the same mentality that has defined his career. Known for his underdog story, the former last pick of the 2022 NFL Draft continues to emphasize leadership over outside opinions. In an appearance on the Richard Sherman […]

The Green Bay Packers entered the 2025 preseason looking for answers at linebacker, but Isaiah Simmons’ debut against the New York Jets left more questions than clarity. The 2019 Butkus Award winner with the Clemson Tigers, signed on a one-year deal this offseason, played extensively in the opener and raised concerns about his fit in […]

The Houston Astros’ series opener against the Boston Red Sox on Monday night delivered one of the season’s most emotional scenes. Carlos Correa played his first home game back with the club since being acquired from the Minnesota Twins in a deadline-day trade, and the reception from the home crowd was unforgettable. The Talkin’ Baseball […]

The Alabama Crimson Tide football program will begin the 2025 season in an unfamiliar spot — outside the preseason top five for the second straight year. The newly released AP preseason poll ranks the Crimson Tide at No. 8, their lowest ranking since 2008, adding intrigue to Kalen DeBoer’s second season as head coach of […]

The Houston Astros are turning to their farm system for a spark in the middle of a tight playoff race. Ahead of their three-game set with the Boston Red Sox, the team has promoted outfielder Jacob Melton, the organization’s No. 2 prospect, to the 26-man roster. The move brings fresh speed, energy, and upside to […]

The Boston Red Sox arrived in the Lone Star State for a pivotal series against the Houston Astros late Sunday night, but Alex Bregman’s first move wasn’t to head to the hotel. The 31-year-old third baseman, making his highly anticipated return to the city where he spent nine seasons, made a quick stop that blended […]

The Minnesota Twins made a pair of roster moves on Saturday ahead of their home matchup with the Kansas City Royals at Target Field, shaking up the outfield before Game 2 of a crucial AL Central divisional series. The team announced they have recalled Carson McCusker from Triple-A St. Paul and placed Matt Wallner on […]

The Atlanta Braves gave their fans a jaw-dropping highlight on Saturday afternoon when outfielder Jurickson Profar made what many are calling the “catch of the year” against the Marlins. The play came in the top of the fourth inning of Game 1 of a doubleheader at Truist Park, with Atlanta leading 3-0. Facing rookie pitcher […]

The New York Giants are getting an early glimpse of their future under center Saturday afternoon as rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart threw his first preseason touchdown pass against the Buffalo Bills. His 24-yard strike to wide receiver Lil’Jordan Humphrey gave New York a 10-0 lead and showcased why the team traded up in the first […]

The New York Yankees celebrated one of baseball’s most beloved traditions on Saturday, hosting their 77th annual Old Timers’ Day at Yankee Stadium. This year’s event honored the 2000 World Series championship team, which defeated the New York Mets in the Subway Series to cap off a historic three-peat from 1998 to 2000 — the […]

The New York Yankees celebrated one of baseball’s most beloved traditions on Saturday, hosting their 77th annual Old Timers’ Day at Yankee Stadium. This year’s event honored the 2000 World Series championship team, a club many consider one of the greatest in MLB history. Among the returning Yankees legends, Roger Clemens stole the spotlight with […]

The Cleveland Browns kicked off their NFL preseason debut with a decisive 30-10 win over the Carolina Panthers, but the postgame headlines were just as much about what happened off the field. Browns rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders, fresh off an impressive first outing, took a moment to address a long-time critic face-to-face. Following the game, […]

The Atlanta Braves enter Saturday looking to regain momentum in a lengthy five-game series against the Miami Marlins. The set began Thursday at Truist Park with Atlanta taking Game 1 in a high-scoring 8-6 victory before Miami evened the series with a 5-1 win on Friday night. With injuries piling up, the Braves made several […]

The New England Patriots kicked off their preseason with a dominant 48-18 victory over the Washington Commanders, but head coach Mike Vrabel chose to spotlight a performance that didn’t show up on the stat sheet. Second-year wide receiver Javon Baker drew praise for his physical, disciplined work on the Patriots’ special teams unit Friday night. […]