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When you think of former first-overall picks in the NBA who turned out to be absolute busts, it’s hard for Greg Oden to not come to mind. The ex-Ohio State star struggled immensely in the league with injuries and inconsistent play after the Portland Trail Blazers nabbed him with the top selection in 2007. Now, […]

The 2023 World Baseball Classic features a plethora of talented ballclubs and right in the mix with the best is Team Japan. They’ve won the tournament twice in their history, in 2006 and 2009, and should find themselves in the quarterfinals at the very least this time around. Headlined by Los Angeles Angels two-way star […]

Don’t look now, but the Oklahoma City Thunder are nipping at the Los Angeles Lakers’ heels for that final play-in spot in the Western Conference. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Co. are just a half-game behind the Purple and Gold and took a huge step in the right direction Tuesday evening, winning their third straight contest. This […]

For the first time in six years, we’re back. The 2023 World Baseball Classic will take place from March 8-21, with the tournament being played in Japan, Taiwan, and the US. Speaking of the States, Team USA is of course one of the favorites to win it all after taking home the ultimate prize in […]

Like father like son, right? Well, it’s unlikely Bronny James will turn into one of the greatest of all time like LeBron James, but the Sierra Canyon guard is well on his way to being special. As of Tuesday, Bronny has officially broken into the top-10 in the 2023 recruiting class. He’s now considered a […]

The Seattle Seahawks locked up free agent Geno Smith on Tuesday, signing their quarterback to a brand new three-year, $105 million extension after his breakout campaign in 2022. Shortly after the news surfaced, head coach Pete Carroll hopped on Seattle Sports 710 AM and discussed what this means for the organization, even admitting that Smith […]

After weeks of meetings with various different teams, free-agent quarterback Derek Carr has decided to sign with the New Orleans Saints and reunite with former head coach Dennis Allen, who drafted him out of Fresno State in 2014. Shortly after the news surfaced that Carr is taking his talents to the Big Easy, the signal-caller […]

Sunday was a forgettable day for Manchester United, who suffered their worst defeat since 1931 as Liverpool put seven past David de Gea at Anfield. By no surprise, manager Erik ten Hag was absolutely furious after such a dismal result and didn’t mince his words in post-game interviews. But, the Dutch tactician also made his […]

After his standout season in 2022, New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones is looking for a whopping $45 million per year (or more) in his next deal. While it’s unknown if the organization is willing to pay the former Duke standout that amount, they’re not far off. According to Sports Illustrated, the Giants are believed […]

Within a matter of days, Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant went from one of the most loved players in the Association to a downright problem. All his issues came to a head on Saturday when the All-Star was suspended for a minimum of two games after showing off a gun on IG Live Friday night […]

Tennessee football superstar Hendon Hooker was having a Heisman season until tearing his ACL in November. Nevertheless, he’s still expected to be selected in next month’s NFL Draft, and as Ian Rapoport reported Saturday, is expected to be ready for Week 1 of the season. Hooker is three months removed from surgery and recovery continues […]

Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant is facing repercussions for his actions. On Friday night, the guard flashed a gun on an Instagram Live video and as a result, the team has suspended him for the next two games at the very least: Statement from the Memphis Grizzlies pic.twitter.com/CLB2TG5nnI — Grizzlies PR (@GrizzliesPR) March 4, 2023 […]

On Friday afternoon, a report came out stating that Jerry Jones and the Dallas Cowboys front office will franchise tag running back Tony Pollard if the two sides can’t agree to a contract extension. Shortly after, Jones responded to the speculation. Via Jon Machota: “Jerry Jones said it’s not accurate to say the Cowboys will […]

Brooklyn Nets big man Ben Simmons is again injured, battling knee soreness. To make matters worse, his back issue is also flaring up, with the team listing him as day-to-day for the time being. There is no question the Aussie is a shell of his former self and according to former player and current analyst […]

If it wasn’t clear by now, the San Diego Padres are all-in. We all got a glimpse into what this ballclub is capable of in the 2022 MLB Playoffs, knocking out the mighty Los Angeles Dodgers en route to an appearance in the NLCS. Then came the offseason where Peter Seidler and the front office […]

This week has been absolutely wild for netminder Jonathan Quick, who was traded twice within days. The Los Angeles Kings dealt him to the Columbus Blue Jackets which completely caught Quick off guard and shortly after, the veteran was sent to the Vegas Golden Knights, giving Quick a chance to play for another contender. With […]

The newly implemented MLB pitch clock might be an issue to some, but not New York Yankees reliever Wandy Peralta. The left-hander literally put it to shame on Thursday in Spring Training action against the Pittsburgh Penguins, striking out a hitter in a mind-boggling 20 seconds on three pitches. Remember, the pitch clock has 15 […]

The Edmonton Oilers have been busy at the 2023 NHL Trade Deadline and that didn’t change on Thursday. With Connor McDavid and Co. in the heart of the playoff race, the front office has gone out and added another depth forward to the mix. As reported by Frank Seravalli of Daily Faceoff, the Oilers just […]

Udonis Haslem might not play much for the Miami Heat nowadays but in his last NBA season, the veteran is hoping to go out with a bang. Unfortunately, that doesn’t look like it will happen at this point, with Erik Spoelstra’s squad only three games above .500 at 33-30, which puts them in the play-in […]

Lionel Messi single-handedly propelled Argentina to a World Cup title in December, winning the Golden Ball after scoring seven goals and providing three assists in the tournament, including a brace in the grand finale. That would make one think his teammates should be gifting the PSG man with a present, but it’s the other way […]

The Atlanta Braves will lean on second baseman Ozzie Albies for lots of offensive production in 2023 after an injury-riddled campaign last season, playing just 64 games while hitting .247 with eight home runs. And ahead of Opening Day later this month, Albies, who slugged 30 long balls in 2021, has a very bold goal […]

The Boston Bruins have strengthened their case for a Stanley Cup run come playoff time. The NHL’s best team acquired Tyler Bertuzzi from the Detroit Red Wings on Thursday, sending a 2024 first-round pick and 2025 fourth-rounder back to Motown, per the NHL. This is definitely a big loss for the Red Wings who are […]

The Columbus Blue Jackets acquired veteran netminder Jonathan Quick from the Los Angeles Kings on Wednesday, but there is a strong belief he will be traded to a contender before Friday’s deadline. Enter the Vegas Golden Knights, who are interested in Quick. But as Frank Seravalli reported, there could be a major obstacle standing in […]

The Colorado Avalanche are finally getting healthy for the hopes of another Stanley Cup run and made sure to also bolster their roster at the trade deadline. As reported by Frank Seravalli, the Avs have acquired Lars Eller from the Washington Capitals in exchange for a 2025 second-round pick. While Eller isn’t exactly a game-changer, […]

The Toronto Blue Jays went full choke mode in the 2022 postseason after an impressive campaign. Heading into 2023, this is still a team that is considered a legitimate World Series contender in the American League, with no shortage of talent both on the mound and at the plate. However, their rotation in particular was […]

One of the most highly-anticipated rematches in women’s boxing history will need to be rescheduled. Amanda Serrano, who was scheduled to fight Katie Taylor in Dublin in May, has suffered an injury and will need to pull out of the upcoming bout. Matchroom Boxing, who is one of the promoters for the fight, reported the […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder remain in the Western Conference play-in race, but they will need to get by for the time being without franchise star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. The Canadian has missed the last two games due to an ankle and abdomen injury, but now, SGA is also heading into the league’s health and safety protocols, […]

On Monday, NBA legend and TNT analyst Charles Barkley appeared on First Take with Stephen A. Smith to discuss a number of topics in basketball, including Kevin Durant and his legacy after joining the Phoenix Suns. Barkley said he is holding KD up to the same standard as LeBron James and Kobe Bryant, who both […]

Following a rough first season with the Washington Commanders, quarterback Carson Wentz is a goner. As reported by Adam Schefter of ESPN, the team has released the signal-caller and in the process, frees up $26.7 million in cap space. This isn’t exactly a shocking move in all honesty. Wentz struggled immensely in 2022, playing just […]

By now, we all know that Cincinnati Reds slugger Joey Votto is pure comedy. He makes baseball fun and always just at an opportunity to crack a joke. Example No.1: Monday morning. MLB’s Instagram account dropped a post captioned “Drop your boldest NL Central prediction,” with Votto responding to it and predicting that Aliens will […]

The Cleveland Guardians will be looking to gear up for the 2023 season in Spring Training down in Goodyear, Arizona with the hopes of making the playoffs again later this year. Cleveland also has a very strong farm system that is ranked within the top-10, thanks to a plethora of big arms and some intriguing […]

The Toronto Blue Jays failed to live up to expectations last season, but Spring Training is a chance for the organization to regroup, find their footing, and also get a look at what’s to come down the pipeline. There are a plethora of intriguing prospects in the Jays system, with many of them having the […]

The Baltimore Orioles head into 2023 with high expectations. After finishing with a surprising 83-79 record last season and just narrowly missing out on an American League Wild Card spot, there is no shortage of positivity around this young, exciting ballclub in Spring Training. While they have a solid core of players already, there are […]

The Milwaukee Bucks lost Giannis Antetokounmpo to a knee injury early in the first quarter on Friday against the Miami Heat, but it appears he’s not dealing with any serious ailment. Per Kellan Olson, The Greek Freak is listed as questionable for Sunday’s massive matchup with the Phoenix Suns due to a quad contusion. This […]

The trade rumors continue to swirl around Chicago Blackhawks star Patrick Kane, with the New York Rangers particularly interested in pulling the trigger on a blockbuster deal by the March 3rd deadline. And with a potential trade coming, it appears Kane may have played his last game with the Blackhawks. The veteran won’t suit up […]

Manny Machado has said that he will opt out of his current deal with the San Diego Padres after the 2023 season in search of more money. The team reportedly offered him an additional five-year, $105 million extension on February 14th that would keep him at Petco Park for another 11 years in total (if […]

Golden State Warriors veteran Draymond Green is sidelined Friday night against the Houston Rockets after suffering a knee contusion in Thursday’s brutal loss to the Los Angeles Lakers. We also have a brief idea of how the injury happened. Courtesy of The Athletic’s Anthony Slater, it appears Draymond banged knees with Jarred Vanderbilt in the post […]

With Spring Training underway for the Baltimore Orioles, we’re now just over a month away from 2023 MLB Opening Day, where the O’s visit the Boston Red Sox on March 30th. This team was actually a pleasant surprise in 2022, finishing with an 83-79 record and just missing out on an AL Wild Card spot. […]

The Washington Capitals did a complete 180 this week, making Dmitry Orlov available in trade talks as the Boston Bruins quickly pulled the trigger and acquired the defenceman. And while the Caps want to remain competitive for the rest of the season and next, they are willing to move a few others before the March […]