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The Kansas City Royals have awarded their GM a new deal after the team made the playoffs in 2024 for the first time since 2015. J.J. Picollo has received a contract extension that runs through 2030, with a club option for 2024, the Royals announced on Monday. They also picked up manager Matt Quatraro’s club […]

Team Canada suffered a tough loss to rivals Team USA on Saturday night at the 4 Nations Face-Off, falling 3-1 in front of a packed crowd at the Bell Centre in Montreal. The Americans have automatically booked a spot in the championship game on Thursday in Boston, while the Canadians need to beat Finland on […]

Team Canada suffered a gutwrenching loss to rivals Team USA on Saturday night and will need to beat Finland on Monday to set up a rematch in the 4 Nations final on Thursday with their foes. The Canadians had to get by without their top defenceman in Cale Makar after he was ruled out due […]

The one squad standing in the way of Team Canada in the 4 Nations Face-Off was always seen as Team USA and that became a reality on Saturday night, losing 3-1 to their bitter rivals. With the victory, the Americans booked their spot in the championship game next Thursday at the TD Garden in Boston, […]

The 2025 Slam Dunk Contest took place on Saturday night as part of NBA All-Star Weekend in the Bay Area and we had a familiar face who was crowned champion — Mac McClung. The Orlando Magic guard is the first player to ever win the competition three times in a row. Via Shams Charania: “Three-peat: […]

There must be something in that Bay Area water. Golden State Warriors shooting guard Buddy Hield took part in the 3-Point Contest at NBA All-Star Weekend on Saturday evening and although he didn’t end up winning the event, Hield tied teammate Stephen Curry for the most points in a single round with 31, per Brett […]

The 4 Nations Face-Off was highly anticipated for months, but no matchup was circled on more schedules than Team Canada vs Team USA. And from the get-go, fans got exactly what they wanted. The two international powerhouses fought three times in the first nine seconds, with Matthew Tkachuk and Brandon Hagel immediately dropping the gloves. […]

The Detroit Tigers officially lost the Alex Bregman sweepstakes this week as the infielder signed a free-agency deal with the Boston Red Sox. But, GM Scott Harris certainly isn’t losing sleep over it. The Tigers offered Bregman a six-year contract worth $171.5 million. He turned it down and inked a three-year, $120 million deal with […]

The vibes are up in the City of Brotherly Love right now as the Philadelphia Eagles and their die-hard fanbase celebrate the team’s championship at the Super Bowl parade on Friday. There’s been no shortage of viral moments so far and one of them was definitely quarterback Jalen Hurts revealing his Rocky admission during a […]

The New York Yankees will be looking to reach the mountaintop in 2025 after losing in the World Series last fall to the Los Angeles Dodgers. Aaron Boone guided the ball club to a 94-68 record and an American League pennant in his eighth season as the skipper. It also appears that Boone isn’t going […]

For the second time in franchise history, the Philadelphia Eagles are Super Bowl champions. The Birds put a beatdown on the Chiefs on Sunday, winning 40-22. Fans were losing their minds after the game, turning Broad Street into absolute mayhem. But on Friday, it was a chance for Eagles supporters and the players to celebrate […]

As the NHL comes to a standstill due to the 4 Nations Face-Off, the Dallas Stars have made a move to lock up a key player. Sam Steel has signed a new two-year deal worth $2.1 million per season: Mr. Steel-your-puck is stickin' around! 💥 We've signed Sam Steel to a two-year contract extension through […]

Team Canada will be looking to keep it rolling at the 4 Nations Face-Off on Saturday night as they face their toughest opponent yet, Team USA. They were dealt a scare for practice on Friday as Colorado Avalanche defenceman Cale Makar didn’t take the ice due to an illness, but head coach Jon Cooper has […]

Philadelphia Eagles star CJ Gardner-Johnson did his absolute best to upset millions and millions of Taylor Swift fans across the world on Friday during the team’s Super Bowl parade. After taking a shot at Swift following Sunday’s game on Instagram in a photo with Travis Kelce, Gardner-Johnson then wore an NSFW shirt during Friday’s celebrations: […]

Shaquille O’Neal is staying with TNT for the long haul. The NBA legend is set for a new deal that will pay him $15 million per year, per Front Office Sports. As Inside The NBA moves to ESPN, that means O’Neal will remain with the crew, accompanied by Charles Barkley, Kenny Smith, and Ernie Johnson. […]

The Arizona Diamondbacks have added an arm to their bullpen for the 2025 season. Free agent reliever Kendall Graveman is signing a one-year deal with the team. Via Jesse Rogers: “Free agent reliever Kendall Graveman is in agreement with the Arizona Diamondbacks on a 1 year deal, sources tell ESPN. Graveman is fully recovered from […]

Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant is one of the few veteran superstars left in the league alongside Stephen Curry and LeBron James. While all three are still playing at a high level and will participate in the All-Star Game this weekend, there are not many years remaining for them in the Association. KD was of […]

The Los Angeles Clippers recently signed Ben Simmons after he reached a buyout agreement with the Brooklyn Nets and he made his debut with the team on Thursday evening. The Clippers ran away with a 120-116 victory over the lowly Utah Jazz and Simmons finished with a solid statline of 12 points, seven rebounds, and […]

The New York Mets have had themselves quite the offseason. The organization managed to steal Juan Soto away from the New York Yankees, signing the slugger to a record-breaking 15-year, $765 million deal. On top of that, the Mets brought back Pete Alonso on a two-year contract, giving them a daunting power duo in the […]

Dallas Mavericks guard Kyrie Irving wanted to be in North Texas in the 2022-23 season when he asked the Brooklyn Nets for a trade. He got his wish, forming a lethal partnership with Luka Doncic, helping take the team to the 2024 NBA finals. But, his journey with Luka was cut short earlier this month […]

Luka Doncic made his Los Angeles Lakers debut on Monday night, helping his new squad grab a blowout win over the lowly Utah Jazz at Crypto.com Arena. Following the contest, Luka of course met with the media and was surprised just how many reporters were in the postgame presser. Via Jovan Buha: “Luka Doncic walking […]

The Golden State Warriors could be getting a key piece of their core back in the lineup very soon. Jonathan Kuminga is progressing in his rehab from an ankle injury and could return after the All-Star Break. Via Warriors PR: “Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga, who suffered a sprained right ankle on January 4 vs. Memphis […]

The Miami Heat won’t have their best player when they face the defending champion Boston Celtics on Monday evening. All-Star guard Tyler Herro has been ruled out for this huge Eastern Conference clash due to an illness, the team announced just over an hour before tip-off. Herro was previously listed as questionable but he’s clearly […]

The Dallas Mavericks will have another representative in the 2025 NBA All-Star Game after Anthony Davis went down with an injury. Guard Kyrie Irving has been named as AD’s replacement on Team Shaq, the league announced on Monday afternoon. This is Kyrie’s ninth career All-Star appearance. It’s a well-deserved call for the veteran, who has […]

The Kansas City Chiefs failed to complete the three-peat on Sunday, getting dominated by the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl 59 by a score of 40-22. It was a miserable day for the AFC winners, who struggled immensely on both sides of the ball. Needless to say, it wasn’t a fun game for Chiefs fans. […]

Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs failed to complete the three-peat on Sunday, losing Super Bowl 59 to the Philadelphia Eagles by a score of 40-22. At some point either before or during the game, Mahomes’ brother, Jackson Mahomes, took a picture with President Donald Trump and posted it on his Instagram Story. Fans […]

The NHL is officially on pause for the time being due to the first-ever 4 Nations Face-Off, which features Team Canada, Team USA, Team Sweden, and Team Finland. The best of the best will compete in the tournament for a shot at gold in Boston on February 20. Canada is one of the favorites to […]

For the second time in franchise history, the Philadelphia Eagles are Super Bowl champions. The NFC winners took down the Kansas City Chiefs in convincing fashion on Sunday, beating Patrick Mahomes and Co. 40-22. Eagles fans went nuts in the streets of Philly after the game and they will have another chance to do so […]

The Philadelphia Eagles capped off their impressive season with a Super Bowl title on Sunday, dominating the Kansas City Chiefs and denying them a chance at a three-peat. By no surprise, Birds fans were celebrating into the early hours in the streets of Philadelphia and turned the popular Broad Street into mayhem. Just take a […]

The Vegas Golden Knights are looking like a legitimate Stanley Cup contender this season, sitting in second place in the Pacific Division and Jack Eichel has played a massive part in their success. The veteran, who has dealt with tons of injuries in the past, admitted that he’s playing some of the best hockey of […]

The New York Rangers lost a 3-2 nailbiter to the Pittsburgh Penguins on Friday night, but they were without both Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin. Yet, the Rangers failed to get the job done and Vincent Trocheck let his team hear it after the contest. Via The Score: “There’s no excuse, even if there was […]

Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen capped off his impressive 2024 season with his very first NFL MVP award on Thursday evening, beating out Baltimore Ravens signal-caller Lamar Jackson by four first-place votes. But, one notable insider decided to vote against Allen — Dianna Russini. Speaking on The Herd with Colin Cowherd on Friday, she revealed […]

Miami Marlins right-hander Sandy Alcantara was once one of the most dominant starters in the game. In fact, it was only 2022 when he won the NL Cy Young. Since then, however, Alcantara has struggled to stay healthy, undergoing Tommy John in 2023, which sidelined him for the entire 2024 campaign. But after a 16-month […]

Tiger Woods’ mother Kultida has passed away at 81 years old. The golf legend announced the news Tuesday on social media: “It is with heartfelt sadness that I want to share that my dear mother, Kultida Woods, passed away early this morning,” Woods wrote. “My Mom was a force of nature all her own, her […]

The Los Angeles Lakers introduced Luka Doncic as their new franchise player on Tuesday at the UCLA Training Center in El Segundo. Before reporters had the chance to ask the point guard questions about the shocking trade that sent him from the Dallas Mavericks to the Purple and Gold, Rob Pelinka thanked Nico Harrison for […]

The Ottawa Senators are rolling at the moment and just won their fifth straight game on Monday night, beating the Nashville Predators. In the process, centre Tim Stutzle made history. Via NHL.com: ” Stützle’s assist was the 300th point of his career as he became the youngest player in Senators history to reach the mark […]

The NHL will take a break from Feb. 12-20 for the 4 Nations Face-Off and Edmonton Oilers superstar Connor McDavid is extremely excited for the event. McDavid spoke out on the upcoming tournament recently. Via NHL.com: “Of course, it’s going to be exciting,” McDavid said. “I think everybody that’s there is proud to represent their […]

The Minnesota Twins are bringing back a familiar face to their bullpen for the 2025 season. The ball club has reached an agreement with reliever Danny Coulombe, who played for the Twins from 2020-2022. Via Jon Heyman: “Danny Coulombe to the Twins, pending physical. Very solid back end bullpen now for Minnesota with Duran, Jax, […]

The New York Knicks could be getting a key piece of their rotation back shortly. Big man Mitchell Robinson, who hasn’t suited up yet in 2024-25 due to a foot injury, has been cleared to practice, as Tom Thibodeau announced on Monday. However, not 5-on-5 quite yet: Via Ian Begley: “Mitchell Robinson has been cleared […]