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The Los Angeles Lakers had an interesting 2025 NBA offseason. After losing to the Minnesota Timberwolves in the first round, it was apparent what the team lacked. The purple and gold struggled to win the board battle, and they also lacked bench depth. Likewise, the defense struggled. While LeBron James, Luka Doncic, and Austin Reeves […]

The Cincinnati Reds have already made serious waves at this year’s trade deadline. From grabbing steady starter Zack Littell to pulling off an intra-division stunner for elite defender Ke’Bryan Hayes, the front office has been aggressive. But if President of Baseball Operations Nick Krall wants to go all-in and make this Reds team a true […]

The Los Angeles Rams are a week into 2025 NFL training camp, and there is already panic spreading. After losing to the Philadelphia Eagles in the Divisional Round, the team hoped to bounce back. But Rams training camp has gotten off to a poor start. Unfortunately, the top Rams quarterback in the organization might not […]

The San Francisco 49ers always seem to have drama in the offseason. Once more, it involves injuries and contracts. With the 2025 NFL training camp seven days in, there are some issues the team must sort out. Notably, the 49ers’ training camp has produced mixed results as the 2025 NFL season is just around the […]

Paul George is still considered one of the brightest stars in the NBA. However, he certainly has a lot to prove, especially after a disappointing season with the Philadelphia 76ers. But while PG will always be dangerous on the court, fans are still trying to gauge his ability as a podcaster. The nine-time All-Star kicked […]

With the NBA calendar flipping to August, there is still no clarity on where Jonathan Kuminga, who spent his first four seasons in the league with the Golden State Warriors, will be playing by the time the 2025-26 season begins. Kuminga remains one of the best free agents on the market, but his restricted free […]

The NBA 2K26 Gameplay Reveal has arrived, showing off a new Motion Engine, an Enhanced Rhythm Shooting mechanic, and much more, all powered by ProPLAY Technology. Furthermore, the developers made improvements to offensive and defensive play, while providing players revamped controls for a better experience. Without further ado, let’s take a look at the NBA […]

The Chicago Bulls have spent the past few seasons clinging to the middle. They have straddled the line between trying to win now and preparing for a rebuild. That tension finally snapped this offseason. DeMar DeRozan and Zach LaVine have been long gone. Nikola Vucevic is entering the final year of his contract. The era […]

In the aftermath of a gut-wrenching playoff exit and amid a backdrop of escalating financial pressure, the Boston Celtics have already made the boldest move of the 2025 NBA offseason: retreating strategically. By trading away Jrue Holiday and Kristaps Porziņģis, the Celtics voluntarily downgraded their top-end talent in a calculated effort to duck under the […]

Sometimes, an offseason doesn’t go according to plan. For the Indiana Pacers, this summer has been more about adjusting than upgrading. The 2024–25 campaign ended with promise but also questions, particularly about the roster’s ceiling without Tyrese Haliburton on the floor. The unexpected departure of a cornerstone big man, however, has left a glaring hole […]

On the heels of another disappointing early exit in the 2024 playoffs, the Green Bay Packers have been itching to start 2025 training camp for months. While most of the team’s buzz has been positive early on, cornerback Nate Hobbs and running back MarShawn Lloyd have not gotten off to the hottest starts. Before training […]

With just 10 players on their 2025-2026 roster at the end of July, the Golden State Warriors have a lot of work to do over the next few months. While several marquee names are still available in free agency, the Warriors have to consider bringing back versatile guard Taran Armstrong after a strong showing in […]

With the trade deadline looming, the New York Mets and San Francisco Giants executed one of the most intriguing swaps yet — and it may end up being a rare win-win. The Mets acquired veteran right-handed reliever Tyler Rogers, a submarining workhorse, in exchange for three pieces: right-handers José Buttó and Blade Tidwell and outfield […]

In July 2022, the Calgary Flames and Florida Panthers shocked the hockey world with a blockbuster deal. In the trade, the Flames sent forward Matthew Tkachuk and a 2025 fourth-round pick to the Panthers. Going back the other way, Calgary received forwards Jonathan Huberdeau and Cole Schwindt, defenseman MacKenzie Weegar, and a 2025 first-round pick. […]

As things presently stand, the Philadelphia 76ers are likely finished making major external moves during the 2025 NBA offseason. They have a roster sitting at 13 players on standard NBA contracts, three players on two-way deals in Jabari Walker, Hunter Sallis, and Dominick Barlow, and the option to add even more players for camp via […]

The Houston Astros improved to 62-47 after blowing out the Washington Nationals 9-1. Jose Altuve led the attack, dominating at the plate. However, all eyes are on Houston’s general manager, Dana Brown, with the Major League Baseball trade deadline looming. Adding another starter like the San Francisco Giants’ Justin Verlander could help his team win […]

The SEC has some of the best quarterbacks in the country, but those elite signal callers will also have plenty of talented SEC wide receivers to throw the ball to when the season gets going at the end of August. There are plenty of great returning players on the outside, headlined by Alabama star Ryan […]

Currently a game behind the NL Central leading Milwaukee Brewers, the Chicago Cubs need to get back on track. Wednesday night’s 10-3 win over the Brewers helped ensure that they would not be swept. Starting on Friday, they will host the Baltimore Orioles in a three-game set at Wrigley Field. By that time, the hope […]

Saying that the  Atlanta Braves’ season has not gone as planned is a massive understatement. Salvador Perez and the Kansas City Royals walked off Atlanta. Their record and an older roster has the future of Marcell Ozuna in question at the Major League Baseball trade deadline. Contenders like the San Diego Padres with pitchers like […]

The Vegas Golden Knights knew they needed to make a big splash in 2025 NHL free agency after losing to the Edmonton Oilers in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Ultimately, there was a lack of scoring in that series. The Knights combined for 10 goals across five games against the Oilers. Somehow, they endured two shutouts […]

Some NFL careers conclude with adulation and a clear understanding of what a given player meant to the league, as well as the teams he played for. Others conclude with more questions than answers. In what could be his final season, Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers will have a chance to amend his legacy. While […]

The Anaheim Ducks were struggling to attract any free agents to Orange County. Despite trading for Chris Kreider, Anaheim was having trouble getting anyone else through NHL free agency. The 2025 NHL offseason was going as badly as it could. Then, the Ducks’ offseason changed when they surprisingly signed the hottest veteran on the market. […]

The San Francisco 49ers have had an interesting 2025 NFL training camp, as they prepare to bounce back from a poor 2024 season. Now, oddsmakers expect them to contend for the Super Bowl in the 2025 NFL season. But there have been some issues in the 49ers’ training camp. So far, there have been some […]

The Chicago Bears are entering a new era under head coach Ben Johnson. It has been a while since the Bears were a dangerous football team, but now they seem to have all the pieces they’ll need to compete. Johnson has built an incredible coaching staff, and Chicago’s roster has not look this good in […]

NFL training camp is not for the weak, and the Buffalo Bills are no exception as the 2025 NFL season gets closer. Despite having the second-best odds to win the Super Bowl, the cracks are showing early in the Bills’ training camp. The injuries are piling up, and players are not escaping the Bills’ practices without […]

In this Backyard Baseball 01 Review, we take a look at Playground Production and Mega Cat Studios’ revival of another classic Backyard Sports games. Growing up, Backyard Baseball 2001 was my favorite in the entire series. It offers the ability to play as real MLB athletes, use real MLB teams, and brings tons of gameplay […]

The San Francisco Giants made the biggest trade of the year, long before trade season picked up, when they dealt for Rafael Devers. Unfortunately, Devers and his new team have struggled since the move. The struggles could force the Giants into another big trade before the 2025 MLB trade deadline. Even though Devers can play […]

The New York Knicks have had one of the more eventful offseasons in the NBA. With a coaching overhaul, strategic signings, and a clear eye on Eastern Conference contention, the front office has made substantial progress. But there remains one final roster spot. Two intriguing options have surfaced: former All-Star Ben Simmons and veteran sharpshooter […]

The Milwaukee Bucks have never been afraid to take big swings. From the moment they paired Giannis Antetokounmpo with Damian Lillard, this franchise signaled it was willing to do whatever it takes to keep its title window cracked open. After an uneven season and a shocking playoff collapse, though, the 2025 offseason has forced the […]

The Oklahoma City Thunder are NBA champions for the first time since 1979, when they were still the Seattle Supersonics. They capped off a historic 2024-25 campaign with a dominant run through the postseason and a statement win over the Indiana Pacers in the Finals. With Shai Gilgeous-Alexander taking home MVP and scoring champion honors, […]

The Detroit Pistons have turned a corner. Last season, a team long mired in rebuilding finally hinted at something more substantial: a young core learning how to win. Cade Cunningham’s evolution into an All-Star centerpiece was the spark. For the first time in years, Little Caesars Arena had meaningful basketball deep into spring. That said, […]

In signing with the Los Angeles Clippers, Chris Paul officially ended his tenure with the San Antonio Spurs. While not one of the biggest deals of NBA free agency, it may help move the needle for an LA squad that’s been among the most active in the league this summer. From a Spurs perspective, Paul’s […]

As crazy as it may sound, the Los Angeles Dodgers are more or less on track with their 2024 pace. Call it a benefit of an early win streak that seemed like it would never end, or a midsummer struggle that corresponded with similar issues around the NL. But with the trade deadline rapidly approaching, […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers are near the top of the National League yet again. However, Los Angeles is active in trade talks ahead of the deadline. Despite that, the Dodgers are so good that players like Dustin May and Estuery Ruiz can’t even get consistent playing time. At this point, they are best used as […]

Teams around the WNBA have finally started to settle into the second half of the season, and the dynamics that are shaping the potential postseason picture are becoming clearer. From reversing fortunes to injury scares and recoveries, there’s plenty to keep an eye on around the W in this week’s WNBA power rankings. There are […]

The Big 12 takes a lot of criticism across college football for not having the firepower at the top of the conference that some of the other leagues, like the Big Ten and the SEC do, but it arguably has more parity than any of them. The conference projects to be very deep once again […]

After a strong start to the season, the New York Yankees have had a rough past few weeks. Now, the team is five games behind the division-leading Toronto Blue Jays. The Yankees have already made a couple of moves as the MLB trade deadline approaches. New York GM Brian Cashman traded for infielders Ryan McMahon […]

The Toronto Blue Jays’ season has been a movie. John Schneider has him team at the top of Major League Baseball heading into August. The Blue Jays have been aggressive at the Major League Baseball trade deadline. Because their outfield is relatively thin, names like Addison Barger cannot be off the table when pursuing players […]

At this point in the offseason, many teams have finalized their rosters for the 2025-26 NBA season. While the league as a whole is waiting to see what happens with the top restricted free agents like Jonathan Kuminga and Josh Giddey, several veteran free agents who could aid many NBA teams remain available. Entering August, […]