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New York Yankees first baseman Anthony Rizzo is mired in a miserable slump, and manager Aaron Boone provided his thoughts on the situation this week. Some have wondered if Rizzo’s struggles are a result of any lingering concussion issues from last year, but Boone immediately shot that notion down. “I don’t think so because he […]

Chicago Bulls guard Zach LaVine has seen his name pop up in trade speculation incessantly over the last year or so, but he probably shouldn’t be too surprised given all of the chatter about his supposed discontent in the Windy City. This has led to many believing that the Bulls will ultimately move LaVine this […]

The San Francisco Giants signed starting pitcher Blake Snell to a two-year, $62 million contract in free agency, but before the Giants landed him, the Los Angeles Dodgers apparently tried to steal him away in the midnight hour. The Dodgers had already spent inordinate amounts of money during an offseason that was highlighted by the […]

San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle is all business this offseason. Following the 49ers’ second Super Bowl loss in five seasons, Kittle has a sense of urgency heading into the 2024 campaign and wants the rest of the team to follow suit. “Got a really good roster, great coaches, great players, ready to win,” […]

The Chicago Cubs continue to slide in the standings, but manager Craig Counsell is choosing to remain optimistic. After the Cubs fell to 28-29 after their seventh loss in eight games at the hands of the Milwaukee Brewers on Thursday, Counsell tried keeping things in perspective. “We’ve just got to keep going,” Counsell said, via […]

Mike Macdonald is entering his first year as Seattle Seahawks head coach, and he already his his eyes set on one player in particular: wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba. Macdonald specifically zeroed in on Smith-Njigba’s work ethic and seems very impressed with the second-year pass-catcher. Mike Macdonald, talking about Jaxson Smith-Njigba after his huge day, said […]

Milwaukee Brewers first baseman Rhys Hoskins has been sidelined ever since injuring his hamstring on May 13, but manager Pat Murphy provided a rather optimistic update on his slugger. Murphy said that Hoskins may actually have a chance to play in the Brewers’ series with the Chicago White Sox this weekend, via Curt Hogg of […]

The Cleveland Browns signed quarterback Jameis Winston in free agency to serve as insurance for Deshaun Watson, but based on how much Winston is raving about Watson, he may not get a chance to play at all in 2024. While discussing Watson this week, Winston explained how good the 28-year-old signal-caller has looked at organized […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have long been considered a potential destination for Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young, but the chances of the Lakers landing him may have just gotten slimmer. Earlier this month, Young switched representation, leaving Klutch Sports in favor of CAA. LeBron James and Anthony Davis are two of the most famous clients […]

For the second time in his MLB career, Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. has suffered a torn ACL. The 2023 NL MVP tore his left ACL earlier this week when he attempted to steal third base in a win over the Pittsburgh Pirates. Acuna also tore his right ACL back in 2021. When asked […]

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins is currently at odds with the team about his contract, or lack thereof. Higgins’ recent Instagram post didn’t exactly quell any of the concern surrounding him. #Bengals WR Tee Higgins on Instagram: "I tell em no, they can’t wait to call me selfish…" pic.twitter.com/bwHNywc4l2 — Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) May […]

The Miami Marlins traded sharp-hitting infielder Luis Arraez earlier this month, and apparently, they aren’t done. The Marlins are still looking to move players, and apparently, left-handed starting pitcher Jesus Luzardo is the most likely candidate to be moved next. Not just from Miami, but from every team in baseball, via Ken Rosenthal of The […]

The Cincinnati Bengals slapped a franchise tag on wide receiver Tee Higgins earlier this offseason, preventing him from reaching free agency. That apparently peeved Higgins, who proceeded to request a trade. That was nearly three months ago, and no progress has been made on either side. Sources say that Higgins and the Bengals have not […]

The San Francisco 49ers have agreed to sign wide receiver Jauan Jennings to a two-year contract worth up to $15.4 million, via Adam Schefter of ESPN. The deal features $10.5 million in guaranteed money. Jennings played in 13 games last season, logging just 19 catches for 265 yards and a touchdown. However, he shined in […]

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott is preparing to enter the final year of his deal, and the two sides apparently have not made much progress in extension talks. The Cowboys may actually want to get something done before the season, but it seems to be Prescott who is exercising patience, via Todd Archer of ESPN. […]

The Houston Astros are back in the thick of the AL West race after a miserable start to the season, and they may inquire about Toronto Blue Jays first baseman Vladimir Guerrero Jr. as a result. If the Blue Jays trade Guerrero by the Aug. 1 MLB trade deadline, the Astros are the betting favorites […]

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce almost became a member of the Dallas Cowboys in the lead-up to the 2013 NFL Draft, but a disastrous interview between Kelce and the Cowboys at the Scouting Combine pretty much put the kibosh on that. That doesn’t mean Kelce didn’t ever dream of playing for Dallas, though. […]

New York Yankees outfielder Juan Soto is slated to hit free agency next offseason, and given that he is a Scott Boras client, fireworks are undoubtedly about to ensue. Boras fully understands Soto’s value and raved about the superstar when discussing his next deal this week. “When you represent players who I call ‘centurions’ where […]

Dallas Cowboys edge rusher Micah Parsons missed the start of organized team activities this offseason, which had many wondering if he was prepared to hold out for a new contract. But that’s all water under the bridge now. Parsons will be participating at OTAs for the first time on Wednesday, via Clarence E. Hill Jr. […]

The Toronto Blue Jays are apparently interested in Colorado Rockies third baseman Ryan McMahon, but it may all be for naught. McMahon’s name has been thrown around as a potential trade candidate between now and the Aug. 1 MLB trade deadline, but the Rockies are unlikely to move him, via Jon Morosi of MLB Network. […]

The Phoenix Suns are coming off of an incredibly disappointing 2023-24 campaign, but they are apparently the betting favorites to sign James Harden if he leaves the Los Angeles Clippers in free agency. The Suns have been given +400 odds to land Harden, placing them ahead of the Orlando Magic and Los Angeles Lakers, via […]

The Indiana Pacers put forth a valiant effort against the Boston Celtics in the Eastern Conference Finals, but they ultimately succumbed to a four-game sweep on Monday night. The Pacers actually had late leads in three of their four losses, but they were simply unable to close the deal against a much more talented and […]

Tennessee Titans quarterback Will Levis is viewed by many as the team’s weak link heading into the 2024 NFL campaign. The Titans have been very busy this offseason, making numerous moves through free agency and trades to bolster their roster. They also added some significant pieces via the NFL Draft. However, many still have questions […]

Bronny James may not have interest in playing for any NBA team other than the Los Angeles Lakers or the Phoenix Suns. James has gotten over 10 workout invites for the NBA Draft, but apparently, he is only going to attend a couple of those workouts. That includes the Lakers and the Suns. “Bronny James […]

When the Houston Astros signed Jose Abreu to a three-year, $58.5 million contract in November 2022, they were hoping he would add significant pop to their lineup. After all, he had been one of the American League’s better hitters for years. That has not been the case thus far. After a miserable debut campaign with […]

The Jacksonville Jaguars acquired quarterback Mac Jones in a trade with the New England Patriots earlier this offseason, and head coach Doug Pederson is liking what he is seeing from Jones thus far. “He’s the ultimate pro,” Pederson said, via Myles Simmons of Pro Football Talk. “He’s done a great job since he’s been here, […]

Al Horford and the Boston Celtics just punched their second ticket to the NBA Finals over the last three seasons after completing a four-game sweep of the Indiana Pacers in the Eastern Conference Finals. Of course, the Celtics are hoping for a better result this time around. Back in 2022, Boston advanced to the finals […]

Jaylen Brown and the Boston Celtics completed a four-game sweep of the Indiana Pacers in the Eastern Conference Finals on Monday night, coming away with a 105-102 victory. Afterward, Brown gave a whole of credit to the Pacers for the fight they showed throughout the series in spite of being massive underdogs. “I know people […]

Trevor Lawrence and the Jacksonville Jaguars were one of the most disappointing teams in the NFL last season, and they are hoping turn things around heading into 2024. The Jaguars have gotten a look at their schedule for next season, and it isn’t exactly forgiving, to say the least. Still, for a Jacksonville squad that […]

Aaron Rodgers and the New York Jets have high expectations heading into the 2024 NFL campaign, and their schedule does not change that. The Jets know exactly what they will be facing in their quest to make their first playoff appearance in 14 years, representing the longest active drought in the NFL. The good news […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves may be waving the white flag in their Western Conference Finals matchup with the Dallas Mavericks. Obviously, the Timberwolves aren’t literally giving up. The series isn’t technically over yet, but Minnesota fell behind 3-0 on Sunday night, and no team has ever come back from a 3-0 deficit in NBA playoff history. […]

The New York Knicks have some crucial decisions to make concerning OG Anunoby and Julius Randle this offseason, and how they handle Anunoby may very well impact what they decide to do with Randle. The Knicks are prioritizing Anunoby over Randle and may even consider trading Randle if it means they will get to keep […]

Boston Celtics big man Kristaps Porzingis has been sidelined since Game 3 of the first round of the playoffs due to a calf strain, but on Monday, point guard Payton Pritchard provided some optimism about a potential return. Kristaps Porzingis ruled OUT for ECF Game 4, but Payton Pritchard gave us an optimistic update after […]

The Philadelphia Eagles acquired quarterback Kenny Pickett in a trade with the Pittsburgh Steelers this offseason, and he will be serving as Jalen Hurts’ backup. It will be a new experience for Pickett, as he was the starting quarterback for the Steelers in each of his first two NFL seasons (well, until he kind of […]

The last time Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson was on the football field for a meaningful game, he lost to the Kansas City Chiefs by a score of 17-10 in the AFC Championship Game. That was last January. Now, Jackson is preparing to open up the 2024 NFL regular season against the Chiefs on Sept. […]

New York Yankees superstar Juan Soto is on track to become a free agent next offseason, and his recent comments on the situation may make Yankees fans a bit nervous. “We’re going to be open to listening to anybody and everybody,” Soto said, via Chris Kirschner of The Athletic. “We’re not closing any doors. Whoever […]

Dallas Mavericks superstar Luka Doncic has been doing some tremendous things on the basketball court, and former NBA guard Gilbert Arenas has taken notice. Arenas gave Doncic quite the endorsement during a recent episode of the Gil’s Arena podcast, stating that he feels Doncic would be a Hall-of-Famer if he stopped playing today. "If [Luka […]

New York Mets starting pitcher Kodai Senga is attempting to make his way back from a shoulder strain he suffered in spring training, but the road to recovery has not been easy for him. Earlier this week, it was revealed that Senga experienced a setback in his quest to return, as he experienced triceps soreness […]

New York Knicks center Isaiah Hartenstein will be one of the more coveted big men on the free-agent market this offseason, and if the Knicks do not keep him, the Oklahoma City Thunder may be the favorites to land him. The Thunder have been given +300 odds to sign Hartenstein by Bet Online Sportsbook in […]