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The Los Angeles Dodgers have a 69-33 record so far this season and hold a strong lead in the NL West. They clearly have their sights set on larger goals and will be looking to contend for a World Series. The franchise already leads the MLB in payroll and has shown no hesitancy to shell […]

The MLB trade deadline is upon us and teams are scouring the market in search of the players that can take them over the edge. One team that has been especially active in the trade market is the New York Yankees. The team has already added right-handed starter Frankie Montas and righty reliever Lou Trivino […]

The ridiculous athleticism and impressive abilities on the football field make it easy to forget that each of these players is still a human being. It is difficult for these players to be underneath such a fine microscope and be carefully observed in everything they do. It can be even more difficult when football is […]

One of the unnecessary evils of the startup of NFL training camp is the injuries that come with it. As players begin to push their bodies and work back into game speed, there always are a handful of players whose bodies unfortunately do not hold up. The injury bug seemingly made its way to Cowboys […]

The Los Angeles Rams have begun their road to repeat following the franchise’s second Super Bowl victory last season. It has been a fairly eventful offseason for the franchise which included landing Bobby Wagner, Allen Robinson, and a few others. However, one notable missing player from the championship roster is Odell Beckham Jr. Rams’ Coach […]

Kentucky basketball is no stranger to landing top recruits. The program continually turns out NBA-level talent and teams that are capable of competing for an NCAA championship on a yearly basis. The school added another key piece to next year’s recruiting class with the news that a member of the 2023 recruiting class had reclassified […]

Tom Brady and Bill Russell each have solidified themselves as some of the greatest Boston athletes of all time in their respective sports. Tragic news broke yesterday when it was announced that Russell had passed away at the age of 88. The 11-time champion left a massive legacy with his play and off-court activism during […]

The NBA offseason is in full swing and it is time for some of the world’s best athletes to give their bodies a well-earned rest. This is especially the case with Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green and Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James, who are two of the most accomplished NBA players in basketball […]

The writing seemed to be on the wall for Juan Soto’s time with the Nationals the second he declined the massive 15-year $440 million contract that was offered to him. The 23-year-old elected to pass on the deal that would have made him the highest-paid player in MLB history. Despite Washington’s attempts to hold on […]

Shohei Ohtani is one of the brightest stars across the entire MLB. The reigning AL MVP is a generational talent who excels both at the plate and on the pitchers’ mound. There has been no player in modern baseball that has combined the elite pitching and hitting along with the other tools Ohtani has in […]

When most people think of sports, all that comes to mind are the exciting plays on the field or court. The rivalries and excitement that come with impressive play from star players are what makes sports so special. However, the other side of the equation is the massive amount of money that is being made […]

The Deshaun Watson saga has been an ongoing storyline over the past two seasons. The 26-year-old once looked on track to becoming one of the NFL’s brightest stars but this was derailed due to a large number of allegations regarding his off-field decisions. In total, Watson has been accused of sexual assault and inappropriate behavior […]

Shockwaves were sent through the NBA world on Sunday as it was announced that Bill Russell had passed away at the age of 88. The 11-time champion is one of the greatest players to play the game and arguably even more influential due to the statements he has made off the court. Russell was a […]

The Deshaun Watson saga has been a developing story for well over a year. The Browns QB has been accused of sexual assault and inappropriate behavior by 25 women who filed civil suits against Watson. The NFL has done a thorough investigation and finally decided on what the punishment will be. Disciplinary Officer Sue L. […]

Shohei Ohtani is one of the most exciting talents in the history of baseball. The reigning AL MVP is an elite talent both at the plate and on the pitching mound. In 2021 he had the third most home runs in the MLB with 46 on the season. He also had 80 extra-base hits which […]

The New Orleans Saints are starting a new era following Sean Payton’s departure this offseason. The head coach spent 16 years with the organization and leaves some massive shoes to fill. The head coaching job was handed to Dennis Allen who previously was the head coach of the Raiders. The new Saints coach took to […]

Training camps around the NFL are now underway and the expectations are being set for the upcoming season. One of the unfortunate realities of the beginning of football is the injuries that come with it. The Buccaneers saw the injury bug rear its ugly head and starting center Ryan Jensen pick up what appears to […]

The ever-shifting college football landscape continues to change. The influence of NIL deals and hunger for money have changed priorities for teams around the country. Oregon Athletic Director Robert Mullens addressed some of the growing whispers of their team gaining attention. The Pac 12 has seen some notable turnover highlighted by USC and UCLA’s decision […]

There has been a great deal of frustration and unhappiness surrounding the changes and realignment of the college football conferences. The most noteworthy storyline has been the decision by USC and UCLA to leave the PAC 12 in favor of the Big Ten. This is set to begin during the 2024 season but the shockwaves […]

There has been uncertainty surrounding the availability of Texans’ first-round pick Derek Stingley Jr. The LSU product was selected with the third overall pick with the expectation that he will be a key part of the defense. Stingley is dealing with a foot injury that limited him to just three games in his final year […]

There are some things that are bigger than sports. This is typically understood when unfortunate circumstances occur and this is just the case with John Metchie III and the Houston Texans. It was announced on Sunday that Metchie III had been diagnosed with a form of Leukemia and will likely be sitting out this season […]

The MLB appears to have some major moves on the horizon with the trade deadline looming. A potential new superstar may have made his way onto the market as the Angels are reportedly listening to offers for Shohei Ohtani. The reigning AL MVP is a game-changing talent and is in the prime of his career. […]

Shohei Ohtani is one of the most impressive talents in the modern MLB. The 2021 AL MVP is coming off a historic season in which he was one of the most impressive pitchers and hitters in the league. Ohtani hit 46 home runs which were the third most in the MLB while producing a 3.18 […]

NFL Training Camps have kicked off and begun to whet our appetites for NFL football. Amid all the statements of how each player is in the best shape of their life, there have been some notable soundbites around the league. One guy who was faced with some hard-hitting questions by the media was Ezekiel Elliot. […]

There is seemingly nothing but uncertainty surrounding the Brooklyn Nets. The offseason has been dominated by contract talks, trade requests, and rumors surrounding the team. While there are some bigger moves sure to be on the horizon, the team must still focus on building a proper roster to compete this season. One name that has […]

The news of Juan Soto being available for trade has rocked the MLB world. There has not been a player of Soto’s caliber available for trade in the modern MLB and he is sure to demand a ridiculous return. So far in his career, the two-time all-star and Home Run Derby champ has tallied 566 […]

While the most notable names in NBA free agency are off the board, there are still some quality free agents that remain unsigned. One guy who is still searching for a roster in the upcoming season is Markieff Morris. The 11-year NBA veteran most recently played for the Miami Heat. It also is worth noting […]

The Houston Astros remain one of the biggest contenders in the MLB once again this year. The franchise has made it to at least the ALCS in each of the past five seasons and came up short in the World Series just last year. They are just five seasons removed from their World Series title […]

It is rare that you see someone turn down over 400 million dollars. However, this was exactly the case with Juan Soto as he declined the 15-year $440 million deal that was presented to him. This decision has led the Nationals to search for a new destination for the superstar and has lit up the […]

Jim Harbaugh is no stranger to the NFL. The current Michigan Head Coach spent time as a coach in the NFL from 2002 to 2014. He was most known for his time as the head coach of the San Francisco 49ers. During his four years at the helm, the 49ers went 44-19-1. They made the […]

All 32 NFL teams have made their returns to training camp. This is a time when spirits are high, each team has hopes, and players are ready to make a statement. For most players, this statement is hoped to be made on the court, however, there are a few guys who made their arrival felt […]

Keanu Reeves is one of the most accomplished and recognizable actors of all time. Known for his role in The Matrix, Speed, Point Break, John Wick, and many more, Reeves is seemingly running out of accomplishments in his career. However, the 57-year-old revealed there is another goal that he would love to get off his […]

NFL Training Camps are back in store and coaches and general managers have been forced to face the media. One GM who is never shy to step into the spotlight is Jerry Jones of the Dallas Cowboys. Jones gave some clarity on the team’s expectations for this coming season and what he would consider a […]

The Big Ten made major news due to its restructuring of the conference. It was announced that USC and UCLA will leave the Pac-12 and be joining the Big Ten in 2024, which has been controversial among college football fans. One of the concerns is that the new conference alignment is much less geographically intact. It […]

The college football headlines have been dominated by news of teams electing to change conferences. At the top of this list has been USC and UCLA who made the announcement they would be moving from the Pac 12 to the Big Ten earlier this offseason. This historic move sets an interesting precedent as schools are […]

There are few players who have embraced their identity as well as Lou Williams. The veteran embraced his Sixth Man role early on in his career and has won three Sixth Man of the Year Awards as a result. The Underground GOAT has been one of the best bench options for more than a decade […]

Emotions are clearly high among the Red Sox fan base. The franchise was destroyed 28-5 by the Toronto Blue Jays just a few days ago and sits in fourth place in the AL East with a record of 49-48. They were swept by the Blue Jays in their most recent series and also have lost […]

While most of the notable NBA free agent moves have been made, there are still a number of intriguing talents that remain available. One guy to watch is Hassan Whiteside. It has been an interesting career trajectory for the 33-year-old. After bouncing around the G-League and overseas, it was not until age 25 that Whiteside […]

Expectations are high for the Philadelphia Eagles heading into the 2022 season. In the first season with new Head Coach Nick Sirianni at the helm, the Eagles went 9-8 and managed to secure a postseason birth. While they were knocked out by the Buccaneers in the opening round, the season was still regarded as a […]