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Duke basketball continues to flex its influence across all levels of the sport, and the 2025 NBA Summer League is no exception. From Cooper Flagg’s dominance to a stacked alumni reunion, the Blue Devils have made Las Vegas feel more like Durham. This week, the program sent a message, literally and visually, in an viral […]

Auburn Tigers football head coach Hugh Freeze has come under fire this offseason, not for play-calling or player development, but for spending time on the golf course. As the program works to rebound from a rocky year, Freeze’s perceived lack of urgency has ignited criticism from fans and media alike. But now, SEC Commissioner Greg […]

Arkansas head coach Sam Pittman didn’t flinch when asked about the daunting challenge ahead. At SEC Media Days the Razorbacks leader delivered a confident message that his team is ready to take on anyone and the SEC better be ready for them too. Rather than shy away from the 2025 schedule ranked among the toughest […]

The Arizona Diamondbacks received a much-needed boost ahead of their upcoming St. Louis Cardinals series, as it was revealed All-Star third baseman Eugenio Suarez believes he’s ready to return. After exiting the All-Star Game with a wrist injury, Suarez has been cleared for action and could rejoin the Diamondbacks lineup as early as Friday. Manager […]

University of Kentucky Wildcats head coach Mark Stoops didn’t mince words at SEC Media Days, offering a raw and unfiltered assessment of the challenge ahead as he enters his 13th season leading the Wildcats. Coming off a disappointing 4-8 campaign, Stoops made it clear that returning to form in the upcoming college football season won’t […]

The Atlanta Braves have delivered a much-needed boost of optimism during a rocky 2025 season, headlined by the signings of top MLB Draft picks Tate Southisene and Alex Lodise. The duo represents a bold investment in the future of the Braves farm system, signaling the club’s commitment to restocking its pipeline with high-upside, impact talent. […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are no strangers to unforgettable moments at Chavez Ravine — but next week’s game is set to deliver something truly out of this world. Before the Dodgers take on the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday, July 24th, a robot will throw out the ceremonial first pitch, bringing cutting-edge innovation to one of […]

The Texas Rangers received some long-awaited good news on Thursday, as veteran right-hander Jon Gray is inching closer to rejoining the rotation. The injury update could mark a turning point for a Rangers squad that’s not only been plagued by pitching injuries, but also ranks near the bottom of the league offensively. Texas ranks 24th […]

Tensions are rising across the league, and New York Liberty veteran guard Natasha Cloud is making sure players’ voices are heard ahead of a pivotal moment in WNBA CBA negotiations. The longtime WNBPA executive committee member is playing a key leadership role as players prepare for Thursday’s high-stakes meeting in Indianapolis during All-Star week. Cloud’s […]

With the second half of the MLB season approaching, the St. Louis Cardinals sparked excitement by selecting University of Tennessee strikeout leader Liam Doyle with the No. 5 pick in the 2025 MLB Draft. The selection injected optimism into a team hungry for a reset. The move not only fuels hope for the future of […]

As the Green Bay Packers gear up for the 2025 NFL season, all eyes are on Jordan Love—and the quarterback is already turning up the excitement. With NFL training camp set to begin July 23rd, Love dropped a timely post that has Green Bay fans fired up and ready. Love shared a black-and-white photo of […]

The Dallas Mavericks may have found their next franchise cornerstone in Cooper Flagg, and the excitement isn’t limited to the NBA world. On Wednesday night at the NBA Summer League, Las Vegas Raiders star pass rusher Maxx Crosby added his voice to the buzz with a clear endorsement that has Mavs fans talking. Crosby shared […]

The Auburn Tigers are dealing with a serious off-field issue just weeks before the 2025 college football season kicks off. Sophomore wide receiver Malcolm Simmons was arrested in Lee County on a felony charge of domestic violence involving strangulation or suffocation. The arrest is another concerning development for Auburn under head coach Hugh Freeze, as […]

The New York Mets found themselves in an unexpected spotlight at the 2025 ESPY Awards Wednesday night, thanks to comedian Shane Gillis and a controversial joke involving Juan Soto, President Donald Trump, and NBA commissioner Adam Silver. What was intended as edgy humor quickly turned into one of the most talked-about moments of the night. […]

The Oklahoma Sooners enter the 2025 college football season in search of a spark, and all signs point to John Mateer being the one to provide it. The transfer quarterback isn’t just inheriting a starting job — he’s stepping into a tradition rich with legends. And when it comes to comparisons, few loom larger than […]

Despite a turbulent first half marked by injuries and roster changes, the Houston Astros enter the All-Star break atop the AL West with a 56-40 record and a five-game lead over the second-place Seattle Mariners. Speaking to MLB.com’s Brian McTaggart, manager Joe Espada struck a confident tone about the club’s current outlook. “[We’re in] a […]

In a stunning return to headlines, the long-simmering tension between the New England Patriots and their legendary former head coach Bill Belichick has resurfaced. Sparked by Robert Kraft’s recent comments labeling Belichick’s 1999 hiring as a “big risk,” the latest chapter of this high-profile Patriots feud reveals how deep the rift between the two figures […]

The New York Yankees made headlines during the 2025 MLB All-Star Game, though not for reasons their fans had hoped. After the exhibition ended in a 6-6 tie at Truist Park, a Home Run Derby-style swing-off was used for the first time to decide the winner. While the National League came out on top, much […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers had one of the biggest names on the 2025 MLB All-Star roster, but when the exhibition game ended in a 6-6 tie and went to a Home Run Derby-style swing-off, Shohei Ohtani was nowhere to be found. The game featured a new twist with MLB introducing a three-player, three-swing-per-hitter tiebreaker format […]

Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Freddy Peralta might not have taken the mound during the MLB All-Star Game, but he still delivered the night’s most emotional moment. As players participated in the annual Stand Up To Cancer tribute, Peralta chose to honor a name deeply beloved in Milwaukee—Bob Uecker. During the fifth-inning SU2C ceremony, players held placards […]

The Denver Broncos have officially signed 2025 first-round pick Jahdae Barron to a four-year, $18.05 million NFL rookie contract, locking in a key piece of their draft class just before the team kicks off training camp. The deal includes a $9.8 million signing bonus, a fifth-year option, and sets Barron’s cap hit at $3.29 million […]

Los Angeles Dodgers legend Clayton Kershaw made the most of his likely final MLB All-Star Game appearance this year—retiring two elite hitters and delivering a mic’d-up moment that quickly stole the show. At 37, the future Hall of Famer was selected as a “Legend Pick” by commissioner Rob Manfred and took the mound in the […]

Los Angeles Dodgers legend Clayton Kershaw brought more than just elite pitching to the mound during the 2025 MLB All-Star Game. He delivered one of the funniest mic’d-up moments of the night. Selected as commissioner Rob Manfred’s “Legend Pick,” the future Hall of Famer entered in the second inning and gave fans a rare look […]

Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh stepped onto the field at Truist Park on Tuesday night living out a dream years in the making. Just moments before the 2025 MLB All-Star Game, the breakout slugger paused to reflect on his journey in a quick sideline interview that left a lasting impression on fans and viewers across […]

The New York Yankees may not have had a player take the crown at this year’s Home Run Derby, but superstar Aaron Judge still managed to make headlines with his praise for a rising star. During Tuesday night’s media availability ahead of the All-Star Game, the New York slugger gave an unfiltered and respectful take […]

The Phoenix Mercury have made a strong push as WNBA contenders this season, but their depth will face a major test in Wednesday’s pivotal showdown against the Minnesota Lynx. With playoff seeding on the line, Phoenix confirmed that both Satou Sabally and Kahleah Copper will be sidelined—disrupting the team’s game plan just one day before […]

In the latest Clemson football news, head coach Dabo Swinney has finally broken his silence on the surprising dismissal of 4-star freshman Jadyn Henderson, citing the Tigers’ non-negotiable culture standards. The news comes just weeks after the young receiver was cut from the team following a locker room incident that drew internal concern and external […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers may be focused on the postseason, but manager Dave Roberts is also addressing an All-Star Game controversy involving a rival player. Roberts has thrown his support behind Milwaukee Brewers rookie Jacob Misiorowski, whose surprise inclusion in the National League All-Star roster raised eyebrows across the league. Misiorowski has made just five […]

The Athletics might not be in the playoff spotlight, but slugger Brent Rooker gave the franchise a surge of relevance during the 2025 MLB Home Run Derby. Representing the A’s, Rooker matched Cal Raleigh in first-round home runs at Truist Park in Atlanta—only to be eliminated by the narrowest margin in Derby history. The elimination […]

Minnesota Twins center fielder Byron Buxton didn’t just step into the spotlight at the 2025 MLB Home Run Derby—he swung with purpose. Behind the eye-catching custom bat he used lies a deeply personal story that highlights Buxton’s return to joy after years of setbacks. The Home Run Derby appearance wasn’t just a power display—it symbolized […]

Tampa Bay Rays slugger Junior Caminero came up just short in the 2025 Home Run Derby after a valiant effort, falling to Cal Raleigh in a dramatic championship round. But the real highlight of the night wasn’t just Caminero’s thunderous power display — it was the moment when a ball kid literally robbed him of […]

Athletics slugger Brent Rooker was on the historically wrong side of the closest first-round eliminations in Home Run Derby history, falling just 0.08 feet short of advancing to the semifinals at Truist Park. Rooker, the A’s power-hitting outfielder, launched 17 home runs in the first round of the MLB Home Run Derby at Truist Park […]

Pittsburgh Pirates slugger Oneil Cruz made Home Run Derby history Monday night, launching a jaw-dropping 513-foot home run that electrified Truist Park and the baseball world. Competing in the 2025 MLB Home Run Derby, Cruz represented the Pirates as the event’s only non-All-Star—and he didn’t disappoint. His towering blast tied the longest Derby homer ever […]

Golden State Warriors fans were treated to a vintage Stephen Curry viral video moment, and this one happened far from the hardwood. While competing at the American Century Championship 2025, a celebrity golf tournament in Lake Tahoe, Curry stopped mid-round to answer a fan’s impromptu request. A basketball was tossed his way from the crowd, […]

The New York Yankees are once again at the heart of a league-wide debate—this time, it’s about technology. With the 2025 MLB All-Star Game set to debut the ABS challenge system on Tuesday night, Yankees superstar Aaron Judge voiced his hesitation about “robot umpires,” adding an influential player’s perspective to the growing conversation. The moment […]

Max Fried didn’t join the New York Yankees as a question mark. He joined as a proven ace. But 2025 marks his first year in the Bronx, and adjusting to the pressure of New York isn’t a guarantee, no matter your resume. That’s why former franchise legend and Hall of Famer CC Sabathia took time […]

Aaron Judge added another historic milestone to his resume on Saturday, crushing his 350th career home run in the Yankees’ 5-2 loss to the Chicago Cubs. The two-run blast made him the fastest player in MLB history to reach the 350-homer mark, doing so in just 1,088 career games. The New York Yankees took to […]

The New York Liberty are once again sending one of their stars to the league’s marquee weekend as Breanna Stewart’s All-Star appearances continue to pile up. But it wasn’t the accolade that stole the spotlight—it was the heartfelt surprise that came with it. Shortly after practice, Stewart was met with an unexpected celebration from her […]

The Philadelphia 76ers are entering the 2025-26 season with renewed uncertainty, as Joel Embiid still hasn’t resumed on-court basketball activities. Despite a wave of offseason optimism and repeated assurances from the front office, the latest update has fans growing increasingly uneasy. According to a report by The Athletic’s Tony Jones, Embiid has yet to resume […]