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The Chicago Cubs are having a great season, leading the National League Central and emerging as one of the top teams in the National League. Now, the goal is to stay consistent without bankrupting the future. The goal is to make the World Series. However, there is also a long-term goal with sustained success. The […]

Following a rather brief romance with the hoops-loving world during the 2022-23 campaign, the Sacramento Kings have once again become a punchline. A double-digit home loss in the NBA Play-In Tournament to what should have been an emotionally-drained Dallas Mavericks squad makes it difficult to refute such a claim (No Malik Monk, but Kyrie Irving […]

Jonathan Toews is returning to the NHL, joining the Winnipeg Jets. The Jets have signed Toews to a one-year contract. After being out for the past two seasons, Toews is making his comeback. The deal is incentive-laden, but carries just $2 million cap hit for the Jets. The Jets wanted to add depth at forward […]

The Detroit Lions are a prime candidate for regression heading into the 2025 NFL season. Detroit had its best season in franchise history last year, winning 15 games and securing the No. 1 seed in the NFC playoffs. Sadly, their defense crumbled against the Commanders and the Lions exited the playoffs as quickly as they […]

The St. Louis Cardinals are having a solid season, as they are within striking distance in the National League Central. However, they should proceed with caution when considering a short-term rental. While it can be tempting, the Cardinals need to keep their three best prospects, and they should all be untouchable in trade talks. The […]

The Arizona Cardinals are entering a pivotal phase of their rebuild, having aggressively fortified their defense in recent offseasons but still searching for the right mix of offensive firepower and long-term stability in the trenches. With the 2025 season on the horizon and expectations mounting for Kyler Murray and his supporting cast, it’s never too […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are having another great season, as they attempt to win the World Series for the second consecutive season. Everyone knows about Shohei Ohtani and his continued dominance for the Dodgers. Yet, the Dodgers have three prospects who should be untouchable as trade talks intensify to continue in this hot trade market. […]

The Columbus Blue Jackets started their 2025 NHL Free Agency period by bringing back a couple of pending free agents on the blue line. The Jackets have re-signed Ivan Provorov to a seven-year deal worth $8.5 million per year. While the Russian-born blue liner got a solid payday, the Blue Jackets may come to regret […]

The New York Knicks have been relatively busy in the early days of the 2025 NBA free agency period. After agreeing to terms with Jordan Clarkson, who will certainly bolster the team’s second-unit scoring, New York turned its attention to the gritty side of the game. With the team seeking frontcourt help, the Knicks agreed […]

The Florida Panthers are bringing back a key piece of their Stanley Cup Final-winning team. The franchise and Brad Marchand have agreed to a six-year $31.5 million contract. The two-time Stanley Cup champ will now most likely finish his career in Sunrise, Florida, but it may not be the best deal for both sides overall. […]

The Dallas Cowboys are entering the 2025 NFL season with lingering questions at key positions and an eye toward the future. While the front office continues to retool the roster, the 2026 NFL Draft class offers intriguing talent that could address some of the team’s most pressing needs. Here are three prospects, each at a […]

As the Miami Dolphins look ahead to the 2026 NFL Draft, their priorities are becoming increasingly clear. After a 2025 offseason defined by stopgap signings in the secondary and uncertainty surrounding cornerstone defenders, Miami’s front office must start identifying elite draft prospects who could anchor their next defensive core. With the likely departure of Jalen […]

The Detroit Lions have become a model of smart roster construction under Brad Holmes and Dan Campbell, but as they chase sustained NFC contention, the need for fresh talent—especially on the defensive front—remains constant. With Aidan Hutchinson anchoring one edge and the team recently investing in the trenches, Detroit’s 2026 NFL Draft focus could once […]

The busy summer for the Toronto Maple Leafs is continuing. The Leafs have re-signed Matthew Knies to a six-year contract worth $7.75 million per year. Now, the former Hobey Baker Award finalist will continue to call Toronto home, in a deal that was a win for both sides in this NHL Free Agency period. The […]

The best time of the offseason is when all 30 teams assemble their rosters with rookies and other young talents looking to make a living in the league and head to Las Vegas, Nevada for NBA Summer League. Once again, the league will be hosting Summer League at the Thomas and Mack Center on the […]

Alli, the newest Mythic Brawler in Brawl Stars has arrived, and in this guide we’ll take a look at her attacks, stats, and skills and create the best build possible. Alli is a short-range assassin who can travel over water and gain speed when chasing enemies on low HP. Without further ado, let’s take a […]

The Boston Celtics were widely expected to be one of the busiest teams in the NBA this offseason, and sure enough, they have lived up to that billing right out of the gate. The C’s started things off with a pair of big trades involving two key pieces of their 2024 championship team, Jrue Holiday […]

As the Minnesota Vikings look ahead to the 2026 NFL Draft, the franchise faces familiar questions about the future of its defense and secondary. With a roster in transition and several veteran contracts nearing their end, the Vikings must continue to build through the draft to stay competitive and manage their cap situation. Here are […]

Fresh off an appearance in the 2025 NBA Finals, the world was the Indiana Pacers’ oyster. Alas, the fairytale did not last very long for the Pacers. They soon had to grapple with the reality that Tyrese Haliburton was going to be out for the entirety of the 2025-26 season and as a result, the […]

The Los Angeles Lakers have been put on the clock by LeBron James, who, after opting in, said (via his agent Rich Paul) that he and his camp will be assessing the team’s roster and may look for a move elsewhere if the Purple and Gold fail to find the requisite pieces to mold the […]

There’s no such thing as too early when it comes to the NFL Draft. This is especially true if you’re the San Francisco 49ers. This is a team with perennial Super Bowl aspirations and a savvy front office. They also have a roster full of aging stars who could soon be on the wrong side […]

After back-to-back playoff appearances, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are no longer flying under anyone’s radar. This is a team with staying power—gritty and determined to make noise in a top-heavy NFC. Yet, no matter how solid the current roster looks, smart front offices are always looking ahead. With a few question marks lingering around key […]

As a first-time viewer, Love Island has been an absolute rollercoaster. While I appreciate its raw, realistic portrayal of relationships, the challenges often pull me out of the show’s element. Many can feel over the top and nasty, especially in a post-coronavirus world. However, today’s Mailbox Challenge was a remarkable exception. It offered a rare […]

The Tampa Bay Rays are tight with the New York Yankees and Toronto Blue Jays in the American League East. If they finish their series against the Athletics strong, they could be in control of the division for the first time this season. Rays manager Kevin Cash has been dealing with pitching injuries all season […]

The Cleveland Browns are no strangers to chaos at quarterback. They are coming off another wild offseason, a dramatic draft-day trade, and a carousel of signal-callers heading into 2025. It’s safe to say the Browns are once again in quarterback purgatory. There’s hope on the horizon, though (believe it or not). As the 2025 college […]

Week 6 of the 2025 WNBA season has brought even more intensity, surprises, and standout performances to this week’s power rankings as teams continue to fight for position in an increasingly competitive league. With the Commissioner’s Cup final nearly out of the way and the All-Star Weekend break just around the corner, every game carries […]

The Los Angeles Lakers’ 2025 offseason is not going very well. Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka entered the free-agency period with one goal: sign a center to put alongside Luka Doncic. However, he and Los Angeles could not convince a big man to join their team on Monday night, watching centers go to teams all […]

The Florida Panthers have made another move to keep their roster together for another run at the Stanley Cup. Aaron Ekblad is staying with the Panthers, signing an eight-year $48.8 million contract with the defending champs. The Panthers have now made multiple offseason moves to shore up a chance to make a fourth straight run […]

The Pittsburgh Steelers have gone all in on trying to win during the 2025 NFL season. Pittsburgh added Aaron Rodgers earlier this offseason to be the team’s starting quarterback this fall. They also made a number of aggressive moves that balance trying to win now and in the future. The Steelers did some retooling in […]

One of the Edmonton Oilers’ major free agents has re-signed with the team. Evan Bouchard just signed a four-year extension with the Oilers. The former first-round pick of Edmonton was entering restricted free agency, but now will stay with the franchise in a huge win for both the Oilers and Bouchard. Bouchard was the 10th […]

A new month is here, and let’s take a look at everything coming to Hulu in July 2025 (Sign up for a free trial!). Among the highlights are new seasons of Bachelor in Paradise and It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia. The former will premiere its 10th season on Monday, July 7, 2025, and will be […]

The Milwaukee Bucks shocked the basketball world and waived Damian Lillard on Tuesday. The Bucks made the decision to let go the point guard and stretch his contract out over the next five years to make room for Myles Turner, whom the Bucks signed to a four-year, $107 million deal. The decision puts Lillard in […]

Throughout NBA history, the third overall draft pick has produced a ton of elite players. And this year, the Philadelphia 76ers are hoping they got another, when they selected V.J. Edgecombe out of Baylor University. Although it remains to be seen whether the Sixers’ new rookie will be as great as advertised, it’s worth taking […]

The Denver Nuggets have made one of the most consequential moves of the 2025 NBA offseason, trading Michael Porter Jr. and an unprotected 2032 first-round pick to the Brooklyn Nets for Cam Johnson. On the surface, this is a swap of two sharpshooting forwards, but the implications run much deeper. The trade not only reshapes […]

The UFC landscape has shifted dramatically in the wake of UFC 317, as Ilia Topuria, the newly crowned lightweight champion, has officially claimed the No. 1 spot in the UFC’s pound-for-pound rankings, overtaking former lightweight king Islam Makhachev. This seismic change follows Topuria’s electrifying first-round knockout of Charles Oliveira, a result that not only cemented […]

The first major domino of the 2025 NHL Free Agency period has fallen as Mitch Marner has a new home. Marner agreed to a sign-and-trade, sending him from the Toronto Maple Leafs to the Vegas Golden Knights. This was a win for all parties involved. Marner has signed an eight-year deal worth $96 million, signing […]

A lot of big names came off the NHL Free Agency board the day before the market opened. However, July 1 always promises to be a chaotic day of signings and movement across the league. Could we see a Connor McDavid contract extension on Tuesday? Perhaps we see some major trades go down on this […]

The top overall pick in the NBA Draft is usually the best talent out of the draft class. While the potential is sky high, these prospects also face heavy pressure to become a franchise-altering player. This year, that burden went to Cooper Flagg, who the Dallas Mavericks selected with the first overall pick at the […]

The Houston Rockets have locked in another key piece of their youth movement. They have reportedly agreed to a five-year, $122 million rookie extension with Jabari Smith Jr. The deal marks a significant financial commitment for a player who, while still oozing potential, has yet to deliver consistently high-level production. It’s a calculated bet from […]