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The Los Angeles Dodgers began their weekend series against the Boston Red Sox with a 5-2 win. However, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts and Red Sox manager Alex Cora were without key pieces. Boston put young star infielder Marcelo Mayer on their injured list. Roberts missed Mookie Betts because of personal issues that will keep him […]

The Philadelphia Phillies entered their series against the New York Yankees on a mission. Bryce Harper kept his historic hot streak going with a third-inning solo shot. Trea Turner chipped in two RBIs and two runs scored to help build a 9-3 lead. Things got so bad at Yankee Stadium that Phillies fans were able […]

The rivalry between the New York Yankees and Boston Red Sox is one of the best in all of sports. Gary Sheffield, Bernie Williams, and Pedro Martinez left their mark on it during their careers. Sheffield, a former All-Star outfielder for the Yankees and potential Hall-of-Famer, almost charged Martinez after a pitch hit him. He […]

Jac Caglianone has been a revelation as a rookie in Major League Baseball. The slugger was called up by the Kansas City Royals earlier this season. Since getting to the major leagues, he has given the Royals a boost in power. However, Matt Quatraro had to replace him with MJ Melendez in left field on […]

Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga is still available in restricted NBA free agency. However, the young wing is nowhere near a new deal with Golden State. Instead, the Warriors have explored sign-and-trades with other Western conference teams. The Sacramento Kings and Phoenix Suns have made contact, but their packages are not good enough. According […]

The San Diego Padres have some ground to make up in the National League West. As the Major League Baseball trade deadline looms, the Padres have been attached to multiple starting pitchers. With prospects like Braden Nett, San Diego can make a lot of different things happen. However, their MLB trade deadline answer could be […]

The Athletics kicked off their weekend series against the Houston Astros with a bang on Friday. Designated hitter Nick Kurtz has been on a tear, and he kept it up against Houston. In the second inning, Kurtz took Astros starter Ryan Gusto deep on a two-run home run that broke the game wide open. The […]

Former Los Angeles Lakers center Shaquille O’Neal has not been shy with his thoughts about Rudy Gobert. The NBA legend has complained about the Minnesota Timberwolves center and his play style for years. When talking about his case to get into the Basketball Hall of Fame, O’Neal declared that he would wear a dress if […]

The Chicago White Sox entered their weekend series against the Chicago Cubs with little hope. Cubs manager sent his ace, Shota Imanaga, out to start the game. However, Chase Meidroth tagged him for a home run in the bottom of the first inning. Colson Montgomery, who has already left his mark in the majors, followed […]

After so many rumors surrounding him at the Major League Baseball trade deadline, Josh Naylor is on a new team. The former Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman is now with the Seattle Mariners. He and fellow infielder Eugenio Suarez were two of the bigger names on the MLB trade deadline market. Now, however, Naylor will join […]

The Kansas City Royals are on the fence at the Major League Baseball trade deadline. On one hand, young stars like Jac Caglianone have given Kansas City faith. On the other, the Royals have plenty of players the could trade, like Seth Lugo and Lucas Erceg. If they make a move at the MLB trade […]

The Green Bay Packers went 11-6 last season behind Jordan Love. Despite that record, the young quarterback proved that he still has a lot of growing to do in order to replace Aaron Rodgers. However, Matt LaFleur and his coaching staff believe that he is the answer behind center. However, ESPN’s Ryan Clark pointed out […]

Seattle Mariners catcher Cal Raleigh is in the middle of a historic season. However, Mickey Mantle is not the only New York Yankees legend he could stand next to in the history books. Raleigh’s power has been impressive this season, somewhat overshadowing his base-running. That combination has him on pace to match one of Major […]

The Seattle Mariners have been fringe contenders throughout the season. Cal Raleigh has set records with his performance at the plate while Julio Rodriguez has blossomed into the team’s leader. With the Major League Baseball trade deadline looming, the Mariners made their move. Seattle traded two prospects for Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Josh Naylor on […]

Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper hit his fourteenth home run of the season on Wednesday night. The bomb followed up Kyle Schwarber’s two-run shot, but was not enough to take down the Boston Red Sox. However, Rob Thomson’s star etched his name in the team’s history books with his 14 extra-base hits in his […]

The New York Yankees are under as much pressure as any other Major League Baseball team at this year’s deadline. After the Seattle Mariners pulled the trigger and traded for Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Josh Naylor, Yankees general manager Brian Cashman sprang into action. New York swung a deal that netted them Colorado third baseman […]

The Boston Red Sox enter their weekend series against the Los Angeles Dodgers at less than full strength. Red Sox manager Alex Cora was already without Alex Bregman thanks to injury. Now, he turns to Abraham Toro to take Marcelo Mayer’s spot in the lineup. It is worth mentioning that Los Angeles will be without […]

Los Angeles Dodgers general manager Brandon Gomes has built an elite roster. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts has made the most of it, despite their bullpen’s recent struggles. However, the Major League Baseball trade deadline gives them a chance to add to their wealth. For example, Kansas City Royals starter Seth Lugo would be an upgrade […]

The Arizona Diamondbacks are one of the key teams of the 2025 Major League Baseball trade deadline. They finally made their first move by trading first baseman Josh Naylor to the Seattle Mariners. Now that he is gone, Eugenio Suarez is now the sole attraction on Arizona’s roster. The New York Yankees are leading the […]

Just like that, the Major League Baseball trade deadline chaos has begun. Seattle Mariners general manager Jerry Dipoto kicked the trade deadline off by trading for Arizona Diamondbacks first baseman Josh Naylor. Many experts anticipate that the Diamondbacks will sell, but all eyes were on Eugenio Suarez. Naylor’s move coming first is a surprise, but […]

The Toronto Blue Jays have been on a tear over the last month. Blue Jays manager John Schneider has credited his stars for the turnaround that has them at the top of the American League East. While Toronto and general manager Ross Atkins committed themselves to Vladimir Guerrero Jr. long-term, Bo Bichette’s future was up […]

The Dallas Wings are still near the bottom of the WNBA standings. However, Paige Bueckers is coming off her first All-Star appearance and has led the team to a 4-6 record over their last ten games. She and Arike Ogunbowale will have some help hang around the roster for another week as they prepare to […]

The Chicago Cubs have had an extremely successful season so far. Pete Crow-Armstrong’s emergence as a star has led the way in Chicago. The Cubs no longer lead the National League Central, but Ian Happ and Co. are one pitcher away from serious contention. Luckily for them, starters like Kansas City Royals pitcher Seth Lugo […]

The NFL training camp season is underway as teams across the country start their preparation. The Pittsburgh Steelers and New York Giants are two of many teams welcoming in new quarterbacks into their system. However, the scrutiny they have been put under by the media upsets former Arizona Cardinals defensive end J.J. Watt. To him, […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers kicked off training camp on Wednesday. Their practice gave the Steelers their first look at their new quarterback, Aaron Rodgers. After months of speculation, Pittsburgh finally signed the veteran to a one-year deal. He joins star wideout DK Metcalf on Mike Tomlin’s roster as the Steelers try to contend in the AFC […]

This year’s Major League Baseball trade deadline is picking up steam with one week to go. At this point, Arizona Diamondbacks All-Star third baseman Eugenio Suarez is the top name on the market. Teams around the league are interested in swinging a deal for him, including the Seattle Mariners and the New York Yankees. However, […]

In a year where restricted free agents have struggled to find paydays, Jonathan Kuminga remains unsigned. He told reporters that he is not in a rush to sign a new deal with the Golden State Warriors. Jimmy Butler’s arrival at the trade deadline changed Warriors head coach Steve Kerr’s rotations, hurting Kuminga in the process. […]

Entering the 2025 offseason, Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga was a name to watch. Almost a month into his restricted free agency, Kuminga has yet to make a move. He told ESPN’s Shams Charania that he is not worried that a deal has not been done. The Warriors’ offer has not satisfied him amid […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are sitting pretty in the National League West. After Dave Roberts secured a dramatic win over the Minnesota Twins on Wednesday, the Dodgers’ lead grew to almost five games. However, the front office faces a tough decision ahead of the 2025 trade deadline with Dustin May. Now that Shohei Ohtani and […]

The New York Yankees are coming off a rough series against the Toronto Blue Jays. Luckily for them, Ben Rice helped the Yankees defeat the Blue Jays on Tuesday. Despite each game’s importance, New York general manager Brian Cashman’s focus to the Major League Baseball trade deadline. San Diego Padres starter Dylan Cease has emerged […]

The Boston Red Sox entered Wednesday’s game against the Philadelphia Phillies looking for revenge. Philadelphia won in extra innings in the opener and beat Boston 4-1 on Tuesday. The Phillies saw Bryce Harper get off to a great start in the finale. Unfortunately, Alex Cora had to take out Marcelo Mayer before the top of […]

The Miami Marlins enter the Major League Baseball trade deadline as sellers. While former Cy Young Award winner Sandy Alcantara has garnered most of the attention, another name has emerged. Over his last few starts, Edward Cabrera has put up numbers that could entice contenders. Marlins general manager Kim Ng will has a decision to […]

When the Minnesota Twins brought Harrison Bader in, they valued his defense. Unfortunately for them, he mistimed his dive to catch a line drive from Freedie Freeman on Wednesday. He couldn’t make the catch and the Twins lost in walk-off fashion. Shohei Ohtani and Mookie Betts scored the final two runs to give the Dodgers […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers finally got back on the right track on Wednesday. It took a blunder from the Minnesota Twins, but Shohei Ohtani and Co. escaped with a 4-3 win. Unfortunately for Dave Roberts, he could be without his star shortstop against the Boston Red Sox on Friday. Mookie Betts is dealing with issues […]

There might not be a hotter team in Major League Baseball right now than the Milwaukee Brewers. Their 1-0 loss to the Seattle Mariners on Tuesday night is their only blemish in the second half of the season. Despite their long winning streak, the Brewers will not stand pat at the MLB trade deadline. One […]

The Las Vegas Raiders experienced a lot of change this offseason after going 4-13 last season. The Raiders brought in Pete Carroll and Geno Smith from the Seattle Seahawks in an effort to instill a new culture. They and first-round pick Ashton Jeanty are under pressure to turn things around immediately in the AFC West. […]

Throughout his NBA career with the Utah Jazz and Minnesota Timberwolves, Rudy Gobert is a polarizing talent. On one hand, many fans have a lot of respect for the four-time Defensive Player of the Year. However, former Los Angeles Lakers center Shaquille O’Neal is disgusted that he could get into the Basketball Hall of Fame. […]

Justin Verlander entered the 2025 season hoping to have an impact on the San Francisco Giants under Bob Melvin. Before Wednesday, Verlander was one of the few starting pitchers without a win. However, he fired five shutout innings against the Atlanta Braves to win his first game. Thanks to a pair of home-runs from Rafael […]

The Denver Nuggets and Miami Heat have had their fair share of heated moments in recent memory. However, the hard fouls from Nikola Jokic and Markieff Morris in 2021 on one another sparked their rivalry. NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal spoke with Morris about the play, questioning whether or not the foul was dirty. He argued […]