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The Toronto Raptors were much more competitive than their 50-win 2024-25 season would indicate. They kept games close even against the best teams in the league, giving way to what some called “ethical tanking.” In the end, they were rewarded with promising prospect Collin Murray-Boyles for their troubles — adding another quality young player to […]

The 2024-25 season for the Houston Rockets cannot be considered as anything other than a success, even if they did fall short in the playoffs yet again to their archrival Golden State Warriors. They finally saw their rebuild begin to bear fruit in the form of a 52-win season, and these Rockets aren’t going anywhere, […]

The New York Knicks, from the moment they were eliminated from championship contention by the Indiana Pacers in the 2025 Eastern Conference Finals, were raring to redeem themselves, looking to make any and every change necessary to get the team over the hump. And they have been busy thus far this offseason, replacing head coach […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers won the World Series in 2024 and have been just as impressive in 2025. With the Major League Baseball trade deadline looming at the end of the month, all eyes are on the Dodgers. However, the team was not projected to be very active before Max Muncy found himself on Los […]

This offseason is a pivotal moment for the Golden State Warriors. Mike Dunleavy Jr. and his front office are tasked with finding reliable, consistent depth around Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler in a limited market with limited options. Not to mention, Jonathan Kuminga’s restricted free agency continues to loom large with no certainty in sight. […]

The 2025 MLB Home Run Derby is less than two weeks away, as the All-Star Game will take place in Atlanta, Georgia, this summer. The Home Run Derby is always a spectacle to watch. Seeing hundreds of home runs hit in a short span is what baseball fanatics love to see, and 2025 should provide […]

Many MMA fans consider the middleweight division as the all-encompassing weight class. The 185-pounders pack enough of a punch to turn their opponents’ lights off, but the division isn’t a blind slugfest like heavyweight can often be. The most elite strikers need to be technical, and performing at the highest level in the division often […]

The Boston Red Sox have had a strange and disappointing first half of the season. After acquiring starting pitchers Garrett Crochet and Walker Buehler in the offseason also with star 3rd baseman Alex Bregman before the start of spring training, it appeared the Red Sox might be in a position to challenged the New York […]

The New York Yankees have struggled after a hot start to the 2025 season. With the Major League Baseball trade deadline looming, all eyes are on Yankees general manager Brian Cashman. He is under pressure ahead of the second half of the season. Aaron Boone and the New York front office are targeting third basemen, […]

There is a lot to criticize about New York Giants general manager Joe Schoen, but he has so far been on point in his approach to the NFL Draft. The 2025 NFL Draft has recently concluded, but recruiting is a year-round business, with the team’s attention now focused on 2026. New York left with seven […]

The Washington Mystics started their new era shorthanded when No. 6 overall pick Georgia Amoore suffered a season-ending ACL injury in training camp, but she still contributes to the team in ways that transcend basketball. The Mystics went out of their way to make the rookie feel included while she rehabs, and she’s responded by […]

The Miami Heat enter the 2025 NBA free agency period at a crossroads. After a disappointing first-round sweep at the hands of the Cleveland Cavaliers, the franchise faces mounting pressure to retool and return to contention. The front office, led by Pat Riley and Andy Elisburg, has already made significant moves, including a sign-and-trade that […]

The New England Patriots will look a lot different when the 2025 season kicks off this fall. New head coach Mike Vrabel has completely overhauled New England’s roster in one offseason. The Patriots are far from a perfect team, but they may be one of the most improved franchises this offseason. The Patriots added plenty […]

The 2025 season has not even begun, and many are already thinking about the 2026 NFL Draft. For the Pittsburgh Steelers, the upcoming draft will be crucial, as they currently have a number of veterans and need to replenish their talent pool. Several players could become Steelers draft prospects, especially depending on how this season […]

Penn State Football would see its season end in the College Football Playoff Semifinal, falling to Notre Dame by just three points. Still, expectations for the Nittany Lions are high. While they do not kick off their season until August 30th against Nevada, it is time to make some way-too-early bold predictions for their season. […]

The Milwaukee Brewers are competing for a chance at a playoff spot. Currently, they are just three games behind the Chicago Cubs in the National League Central while holding onto a wildcard spot. Because of this, it might open the lines for the Brewers’ trade markets. Regardless, the Brewers’ trade prospects might not help them […]

As the Indianapolis Colts prepare for a pivotal 2025 season, the front office and coaching staff face mounting pressure to solidify the franchise’s long-term trajectory. With uncertainty swirling around the quarterback position and several roster spots in flux, the 2026 NFL Draft looms as a potential turning point. Here are three way-too-early prospects the Colts […]

The Montreal Canadiens have been busy in the trade market this 2025 NHL offseason. They have made two deals already, including bringing in Noah Dobson from the New York Islanders. Still, the Habs may not be done in the trade market, and could make another move this summer. After losing to the Washington Capitals in […]

The second overall pick is usually the second best talent out of a draft class. And this year, the San Antonio Spurs selected Dylan Harper at No. 2 in the 2025 NBA Draft. Although the expectations aren’t as high compared to the top overall pick, the second pick still faces insurmountable pressure to contribute right […]

The New York Mets are competing for the National League East and are looking to make it to the World Series this season. While they are playing well, some injuries are taking their toll, and their lineup is still struggling. Because of this, New York might make a move, and the Mets’ trade market might […]

The NFL never sleeps, and neither do the scouts and front offices looking to build the next great roster. For the Jacksonville Jaguars, the 2026 NFL Draft may seem distant, but the foundation for future success is laid years in advance. With a new regime in place and a roster in transition, the Jaguars must […]

The Houston Astros are currently leading the American League West. They also have the second-best record in the AL. But while things are looking good right now, they will always want to tighten up their weaknesses, and the Astros’ trade market will be strong. Therefore, they might find some temptation to trade. If they want […]

The 2025 NBA Draft had just concluded, and teams are hoping that their selections and moves have helped their respective causes. It’s safe to say that the draft is one of the best ways to upgrade a roster. And throughout NBA history, some of the moves on draft day have immediately led to championship runs. […]

The 2025 NHL Draft has concluded, and draft day saw plenty of high-quality picks. As teams have shifted focus to the ongoing NHL Free Agency period, the bedrock of their future may have been decided at the NHL Draft. The Washington Capitals had five selections in the 2025 NHL Draft and had some solid picks […]

The 2026 NFL Draft is still a season away, but for a franchise like the Denver Broncos, who are looking to build around their franchise quarterback Bo Nix to make a real run searching for foundational talent, early scouting is essential. The Broncos must focus on blue-chip prospects at premium positions, especially on defense and […]

The 2025 NFL season will be hugely important for the future of the Los Angeles Rams. LA made an impressive run in the playoffs in 2024, knocking off Minnesota and nearly beating Philadelphia for a trip to the NFC Championship. But the organization knows that their Super Bowl window, as currently constructed, is shrinking quickly. […]

The UFC was most known for the light heavyweight division in its early days, but lightweight has been the premier weight class over the last decade or so. Ilia Topuria won the Lightweight Championship at UFC 317 after vacating the featherweight title. He became one of the best two-division champions ever in the process, all […]

The Houston Texans are no longer the rebuilding squad people penciled in as a weekly “W” just a couple seasons ago. They’re young, bold, and hungry. They also have just enough playoff experience to be taken seriously. On the flip side, Houston also has plenty of unfinished business to fuel its offseason obsessions. And as […]

Green Bay fans have plenty of reasons to feel optimistic after 2024. Jordan Love silenced many critics with a strong sophomore campaign as a full-time starter, and Matt LaFleur reestablished himself as one of the league’s steadiest sideline generals. In addition, the Packers marched to double-digit wins for the first time in three seasons. That […]

The 2026 NFL Draft is still a season away, but for a franchise like the Atlanta Falcons, eager to build a sustainable contender, early scouting is essential. The Falcons’ long-term needs on both sides of the ball make it crucial to monitor elite talent at other positions. Here are prospects who could be game-changers for […]

The Detroit Red Wings just missed out on a playoff spot this past season, but have brought back one of their key contributors from last year in NHL Free Agency. The Red Wings and Patrick Kane have agreed to a new one-year, $3 million contract for the upcoming season. This is the third straight campaign […]

The NFL Draft is a year-round obsession in Chicago and for good reason, too. No fan base has endured more offseason optimism followed by regular-season heartbreak over the past few seasons than Bears fans. And yet, here we are again. With another shiny new head coach and revamped roster, the city’s draft focus has subtly […]

The Carolina Panthers spent most of the 2024 season clawing out of an early-season identity crisis. By Week 2, 2023 No. 1 overall pick Bryce Young had already been benched. As such, speculation about the team moving on from him was picking up serious steam. However, a funny thing happened on the way to rock […]

The 2026 NFL Draft is still nearly a year away, but for a franchise like the Seattle Seahawks, one that’s in the midst of a roster retool and still searching for long-term answers at several key positions, early scouting is essential. The 2025 season will reveal much about the team’s direction, but some needs are […]

Earlier in the offseason, the Houston Rockets finally pulled the trigger on a blockbuster trade, sending Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks, the 10th overall pick of the 2025 NBA Draft (Khaman Maluach), and five second-round picks to the Phoenix Suns in exchange for Kevin Durant. He had the Rockets as one of his three preferred destinations, […]

The 2024-25 season was a major success for the Detroit Pistons. After a historically putrid 2023-24 campaign, the Pistons front office started anew, bringing in JB Bickerstaff to be the team’s new head coach and then adding a slew of veterans to aid the team’s rising young core led by Cade Cunningham. In the end, […]

The Detroit Tigers sit atop the American League Central division, more than ten games better than their competition. Detroit saw three players selected as starters in the Major League Baseball All-Star Game. With Tarik Skubal well on his way to back-to-back Cy Young Awards, AJ Hinch’s Tigers are one of the biggest World Series favorites. […]

The Milwaukee Bucks caught the attention of the entire NBA world on Tuesday when they decided to waive and stretch the remaining $112.6 million on Damian Lillard’s contract to open up the space necessary to sign Myles Turner to a four-year, $107 million deal to replace Brook Lopez, who decided to sign with the Los […]

The Toronto Blue Jays are a couple wins away from stealing the top spot in the American League East. The New York Yankees have sat in the driver’s seat for the entire season, but a 7-3 stretch has Toronto in prime position. Blue Jays manager John Schneider has shown faith in his team throughout 2025. […]