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It’s July 1, which means it’s Bobby Bonilla day. For many baseball fans, this day is a humorous, yet head-scratching reminder of how impressive it is that someone who hasn’t played in over 20 years is still getting paid so handsomely. For the New York Mets, it’s a stark reminder of what has been a […]

The Texas Longhorns football program has desperately been seeking their way to back to college football relevancy. The Longhorns haven’t won a National Championship since 2005 and haven’t played for one since 2009 when they faced Nick Saban and Alabama. That game arguably changed the entire landscape of college football as we know it, where […]

The Florida State Seminoles football team is poised to make a strong run for the College Football Playoff in 2023 after their first 10-win season since 2016 last year. With a talented roster, experienced coaching staff led by Mike Norvell, and a somewhat favorable schedule, this Florida State football team has the opportunity to reclaim […]

As the Ohio State Buckeyes football team gear up for the 2023 college football season, expectations for making the College Football Playoff and winning a national championship run are reaching a crescendo. Head coach Ryan Day finds himself under immense pressure entering year five, with the ultimate goal of reclaiming what has eluded the program […]

We’re finally starting to see the repercussions of gambling in the NFL, and it isn’t pretty. On Thursday, the NFL handed out yet another round of suspensions related to gambling, where four more players, that included Indianapolis Colts cornerback Isaiah Rodgers, will now suffer the fate of their actions in the sum of either indefinite […]

As the Alabama Crimson Tide football team gears up for the 2023 college football season, there are a few key factors that must fall into place if they hope to secure a spot in the College Football Playoff. Alabama has only missed the playoff twice since its inception under head coach Nick Saban, last year […]

The Georgia Bulldogs’ recent dominance in college football has raised expectations for another successful season in 2023. After securing back-to-back national titles, Kirby Smart’s program faces the challenge of maintaining their status as a powerhouse and making a run for the College Football Playoff once again. To achieve this, the Georgia football team, as good […]

The USC Trojans football team enters the 2023 season with grand ambitions of not only capturing the Pac-12 title, but securing a spot in the College Football Playoff. Last season, the Trojans made their much awaited comeback to college football relevancy under new head coach Lincoln Riley. After finishing the previous season at 4-8, they […]

Randy Orton has been absent from WWE television since May 2022, following an attack by The Bloodline. After undergoing back surgery, doubts arose regarding his potential return and the severity of his injuries. However, recent rumors suggest that the former WWE champion could make his triumphant return as early as Money in the Bank. While […]

The highly anticipated annual Money in the Bank show is just around the corner. As one of WWE’s “Big 4” events, or perhaps “Big 5” if you count Survivor Series, the show will take place in London, England, and will feature the thrilling ladder matches that the event is known for. So, what do you […]

Aaron Judge maybe injured right now, but last season, Judge made a bold decision to bet on himself. The powerhouse slugger for the New York Yankees turned down multiple contract extensions offered before and during the season last year. Instead, he chose to let his performance speak for itself, confident that it would increase his […]

The New York Jets, a team that has been mired in disappointment for years, find themselves reluctantly preparing to be featured on HBO’s and the NFL’s popular Hard Knocks series for the upcoming season, per a league source, Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk wrote. While the Jets may not be thrilled about the idea, […]

Stop if you’ve heard this before: The New York Mets are one of the most disappointing teams in the 2023 MLB season. Unfortunately, this narrative doesn’t seem to be improving anytime soon. Brace yourself, as you’re likely to hear it repeated over and over again. Witnessing the Mets crumble game after game has become a […]

Freddie Freeman, the talented first baseman for the Los Angeles Dodgers, recently achieved a significant milestone in his career by collecting his 2,000th hit. It’s an accomplishment worthy of celebration, highlighting his consistency and skill as a hitter throughout his career thus far. However, despite his impressive resume, it’s important to recognize that this milestone […]

If there’s one thing Atlanta Braves’ manager Brian Snitker knows about, it’s patience. With almost 50 years of experience within the Braves organization, Snitker has demonstrated a steadfast commitment to his players, particularly during times of struggle. This patient approach has played a crucial role in the success of several key players, including Spencer Strider, […]

After showcasing his exceptional skills with a remarkable 16-strikeout performance against the Seattle Mariners in his last outing, Chicago White Sox pitcher Lance Lynn has once again emerged as a desirable trade target. With the White Sox likely to be sellers after what has been a less than stellar season, the right-handed pitcher is will […]

The Miami Hurricanes football program is no stranger to success and high expectations. Well, okay, maybe high expectations. Success, on the other hand, has been a stranger for a while now. With a storied history that includes five national championships, the Canes have a certain reputation within college football that they have not withheld in […]

The Chicago White Sox disappointing start to the season has put them in a position where a full-blown fire sale seems increasingly likely. As they assess their options, trading shortstop Tim Anderson seems to be one of their better trade opportunities. Despite Anderson’s underwhelming performance this season, hitting just .249/.290/.292 with limited extra-base hits, his […]

Marcus Stroman has been one of the best pitchers in all of baseball this season. The Chicago Cubs, meanwhile, have been a so-so team. They’re currently 3.5 games back of the blazing hot Cincinnati Reds, who just took first place this week. But for all intents and purposes, it seems that the Cubs will be […]

It started with a silly name. What exactly did the name “The Judgment Day” really mean? Wasn’t that the name of a former WWE pay-per-view? Was the newly formed faction going to be this era’s version of The Brood? Which in retrospect wasn’t that successful of a wrestling stable as everyone previously thought. The Judgment […]

Remember when the Cincinnati Reds were awful? Yeah, it’s safe to say that nobody else remembers that either. The Reds are currently in the midst of one of the most impressive streaks of the entire MLB season, with 11 consecutive games having been won. This recent scorching streak they find themselves on has resulted in […]

Not a single player or coach as of late has garnered more attention than Colorado Buffaloes head football coach Deion Sanders. He’s the most sought-out interview in all of sports media, with everyone looking for a new soundbite. And as we all know, Sanders usually isn’t short of them, as he has always been quick […]

The window for opportunity is wide open for the Los Angeles Angels if they want it. Yet, at the same time, it’s closing exceedingly fast. The opportunity would be the 2023 MLB trade deadline. The Angels currently have two generational talents leading the charge for their team in Shohei Ohtani and Mike Trout. With the […]

The Atlanta Falcons will be entering the 2023 season a bit renewed. After being financially handcuffed the past few seasons from the past regime, the Falcons were able to put together some of the hopeful building blocks to their team this offseason. They made some calculated and even splashy moves in the draft, and where […]

In an era not long ago, the MLB batting average was considered by some as the standard measurement for a major league hitter. However, with the advent of analytics and the proliferation of statistics, the sport has been transformed. Nevertheless, in the midst of this data-driven revolution, a reminder emerges in the form of Miami […]

Ten days can completely change a team’s fortunes. Such is the case with the Cincinnati Reds, who have experienced a remarkable turnaround in the month of June so far. After starting with a record of 7-15, the Reds have transformed their ballclub, going 30-20 since then. The team’s resurgence, propelled by the recent arrival of […]

New York Yankees third baseman Josh Donaldson is faced with a decision regarding his future in baseball. He must determine whether he will return in 2024 or retire, thereby concluding his 13-year career. Donaldson is currently in the last season of his four-year, $92 million contract he originally signed with the Minnesota Twins. Donaldson stated […]

The wrestling industry has been captivated by The Bloodline storyline, making it the centerpiece of WWE television over the past year. Filled with all the elements that wrestling fans crave, this narrative has deepened the character development of every individual involved, offering a recipe for an exceptional story. Among the compelling personas, Jey Uso stands […]

Kareem Hunt is currently looking for a job. Like in most job searches, it always helps to know someone on the inside of a place you might be applying to. Luckily for Hunt, he knows Washington Commnanders’ offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy pretty well. There seems to be interest from the Commanders in Hunt, per Josina […]

In another universe, not much different from our own, Aaron Rodgers stands shoulder to shoulder on the sideline with his head coach, Bill Belichick. Belichick pulls back the microphone on his headset, discussing the next play with Rodgers as the New England Patriots offense prepares to take the field. It’s late in the fourth quarter […]

This week, the Oklahoma Sooners football team got their first glimpse of what it is going to be like once they join the SEC next year. The SEC announced the entire 2024 conference schedule, where it also said it would be sticking with eight conference games instead of the rumored nine, after Oklahoma and Texas […]

The Miami Dolphins are gearing up to showcase an electrifying offense in the upcoming 2023 season. With head coach Mike McDaniel’s offensive scheme and creative play-calling, the Dolphins are expected to create mismatches and exploit defensive weaknesses, leading to an abundance of scoring opportunities. Quarterback Tua Tagovailoa will have the benefit of working with a […]

The Oakland Athletics feel like they’re in the middle of a Hollywood movie. Maybe that’s because they have been part of one before (Moneyball). Or maybe that’s because A’s owner John Fisher took inspiration from one (Major League). However, after the astonishing events of Tuesday night’s game against the Tampa Bay Rays, marked by a […]

The Atlanta Braves continue to establish themselves as one of the best teams in all of baseball. With an All-Star roster featuring the likes of Ronald Acuña Jr., Matt Olson, Ozzie Albies, and Spencer Strider, it’s no surprise that they hold the second-best record in the National League. The construction of this impressive Atlanta team […]

It has been over a month since the conclusion of the 2023 WWE Draft, and during that time, WWE television has undergone significant changes. The main purpose of the draft was to initiate these changes, aiming to establish new rising stars while adding depth to existing character developments. All of this aligns with the deliberate […]

The St. Louis Cardinals, currently at the bottom of the AL Central with a disappointing record of 27-40, seem likely to become sellers before the 2023 trade deadline. Among the players who could attract interest from contending MLB teams, first baseman Paul Goldschmidt stands out as the most intriguing option. Despite the Cardinals’ struggles, the […]

It seems obvious that the Chicago Cubs aren’t headed in the right direction this season. At 28-37 and 6.5 games out of the first place Pittsburgh Pirates, they have a lot of ground to make up if they hope to play in October. That doesn’t seem likely, though. While that many games out isn’t detrimental […]

As each college football season approaches, the expectations tend to grow for each and every team. So, like every season, there’s head coaches who have something to prove from the prior season. In the list below, we’ll look at not only coaches entering a potential hot seat year but those who are like Deion Sanders, […]

Few could have predicted that the world’s biggest movie star would emerge from the ranks of professional wrestling in WWE. Yet, that’s precisely the path taken by Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, who surpassed any championship he won in the WWE with a title of his own—the unrivaled king of Tinseltown. For over fifteen years, The […]