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The San Diego Padres and starting pitcher Michael King recently agreed to a $75 million contract. The deal includes a signing bonus and multiple opt outs, according to MLB insider Mark Feinsand. “King’s deal is for three years and $75M, per source. Includes a $12M signing bonus, then salaries of $5M in 2026, $28M player […]

A couple of seasons ago, the Baltimore Orioles won 101 games, the AL East, and were among the favorites to win the World Series. Excitement and optimism were as high in Camden Yards as at any time in recent memory. But over the last two years, Baltimore has fallen all the way to the bottom […]

The Alabama football team faces off against the Oklahoma Sooners in the first game of the 12-team College Football Playoff on Friday night in Norman, Oklahoma. The Sooners beat the Crimson Tide earlier this season, and Kalen DeBoer’s team is coming off an uneven 28-7 loss to Georgia in the SEC title game. The good […]

The Green Bay Packers threw the first punch in Week 14. But now two weeks later, the Chicago Bears have a chance for some serious redemption. Whoever wins the Week 16 Bears vs. Packers will hold possession of first place in the NFC North. As the playoffs get closer, that will be crucial not just […]

In college basketball, it isn’t often that programs have the opportunity to make a definitive statement early in the season. Typically, smaller Division I programs face off against Power 4 institutions in “money games,” where the larger schools often win in resounding fashion due to superior athleticism and roster depth. Conversely, many mid-majors use matchups […]

The Denver Nuggets won the NBA championship in 2023. In the two seasons since, Denver has fallen short, largely in part because of a lack of depth. The team fixed that problem in the offseason by swapping Michael Porter Jr for Cameron Johnson, and then adding Bruce Brown, Tim Hardaway Jr., and Jonas Valanciunas. It […]

The biggest name on the trade block is Giannis Antetokounmpo. The two-time MVP has been open to a trade away from the Milwaukee Bucks for quite some time now. He is currently sidelined with an injury, but he and the Bucks recently decided to look back into a possible trade. As one of the best […]

The Chicago Bulls’ offense is quite impressive. They have loads of playmakers and 3-point shooters on the roster. However, they won’t be able to get to the next level as the defense currently stands. Chicago is 26th in opponents’ points per game (121.9). They lack both perimeter and interior defenders, and it will likely take […]

As the NBA trade market begins to take shape, the Indiana Pacers have signaled a willingness to part with a core young scorer as they pursue help in the frontcourt. According to a recent report, guard Bennedict Mathurin has emerged as a central trade chip as Indiana evaluates options to address its biggest positional need. […]

As trade discussions continue to circulate around the league, a new proposal has emerged linking the Atlanta Hawks to Dallas Mavericks star Anthony Davis, with the framework potentially centered on former No. 1 overall pick Zaccharie Risacher. The idea reflects Atlanta’s ongoing evaluation of its frontcourt and Dallas’ broader roster considerations following a turbulent start […]

As the NBA trade season begins to ramp up, the Sacramento Kings have emerged as one of the league’s most discussed potential sellers. While rival executives increasingly describe Sacramento as “active” ahead of the trade deadline, a new report clarifies what the franchise is unwilling to do when it comes to moving its most expensive […]

The New York Knicks are NBA Cup champions. And while it is not exactly an NBA Championship, it is the team’s first championship of any kind since 1973. So, don’t be surprised if New York celebrates this win more than it should. Still, challenges remain. The first two NBA Cup champions failed to turn their […]

To the surprise of many, the Detroit Pistons are atop the Eastern Conference standings. This comes just two years after they tied the record for consecutive losses. The Pistons have the talent to get into the NBA Finals, and if there is a year to go all in, it is this year. Injuries are preventing […]

The Detroit Lions are fading in the playoff race. Coming into this week, the Lions were already falling a little behind in the playoff race. They were behind the Green Bay Packers and the Chicago Bears in the division, and their Wild Card chances looked a little slim with the tough competition in the NFC. […]

The New York Jets hit the road in Week 16 to face the New Orleans Saints. Both teams are eliminated from playoff contention, but this game will matter for the future of both organizations. The draft is looming for both of these clubs, with quarterback questions ruling the day. But these Jets and Saints bold […]

The Indianapolis Colts and San Francisco 49ers meet for Monday Night Football at Lucas Oil Stadium. This is one of the last chances the Colts have to re-establish their place in the AFC playoff picture. After starting the campaign strong, going 7-1, the Colts have almost fallen flat on their heads with a current 8-6 […]

The Fantasy Football playoffs are rolling along in Week 16, and tight end should be a key position again this week. With some poor performances from big names in Week 15, like Brock Bowers’ single-digit game, big decisions are ahead. So which tight ends should you start and sit in Week 16? Tight end has […]

Finally, after the two-episode premiere of Percy Jackson and the Olympians Season 2, the title character is on his quest to save his best friend and retrieve the Golden Fleece. But like all of his adventures, it doesn’t go according to plan. Along the way, Percy (Walker Scobell) and the gang encounter one of their […]

The talk of Phoenix, Arizona and its beloved Phoenix Suns should include Mark Williams, if it hasn’t already. Ever since he was traded to the Suns on draft night, many thought it would be a mistake. After all, the team drafted standout Duke center Khaman Maluach with its No. 10 pick. However, everything aligned for […]

As the 2025 NFL season enters its final stretch, the Buffalo Bills are gaining momentum at the right time, and one ESPN insider believes their window to finally reach the Super Bowl may be wide open. Still, that optimism comes with a clear warning about a rapidly rising threat in the AFC: the Houston Texans. […]

SCOTTSDALE– The Phoenix Suns have their identity so far in the 2025-26 season, in part due to head coach Jordan Ott. After skeptics said the Suns would be at the bottom of the barrel in the Western Conference, they’ve shut the critics up. However, the team’s expectation was, and is, far greater than what anyone […]

University of Maryland Eastern Shore President Heidi Anderson has filed a defamation lawsuit against a former professor, alleging that false accusations of plagiarism significantly damaged her professional reputation and career. According to the complaint, Anderson claims the allegations led to the loss of numerous speaking engagements and professional opportunities. She is seeking $1 million in damages, asserting that […]

Speculation linking the Atlanta Hawks to a potential trade for Dallas Mavericks star forward Anthony Davis appears to be losing momentum, as league insiders have expressed skepticism about Atlanta’s ability to assemble a competitive offer. Jake Fischer of The Stein Line reported Tuesday that while the Hawks have been mentioned among teams monitoring Davis, there […]

Jim Harbaugh and the Los Angeles Chargers are 10-4 on the season. In back-to-back years since becoming the new leader of this clubhouse, Harbaugh has coached his team to two 10+ win seasons. Last Sunday, the Chargers defeated the Kansas City Chiefs, 16-13, to eliminate them from playoff contention. Nobody imagined the Chiefs not making […]

The Madden 26 Week 16 Roster Update Release Date arrives soon, giving players the most up-to-date rosters to use in-game. Generally, these updates take into account any trades, FA signings, injuries, and other roster changes. However, these Roster Updates do not make any gameplay updates or fixes. Nevertheless, it’s nice to use the game’s most […]

The Los Angeles Chargers are 10-4 after a massive win against the Kansas City Chiefs on Sunday afternoon. The Bolts escaped the chilly weather with a win in what was a hard-fought game until the final seconds. The biggest story of the evening was Patrick Mahomes tearing his ACL on the final drive of the […]

The New England Patriots have not faced much adversity during the 2025 season. New England came into Week 15 at 11-2 and could have punched their ticket to the playoffs with a win over Buffalo. Instead, the Bills crushed the Patriots 35-31 after erasing a 21-0 lead by New England in the second quarter. Perhaps […]

What a time to be a Nebraska basketball fan, huh? After an impressive 9-0 start to non-conference play, Fred Hoiberg and company had to put their feet to the fire at the start of Big Ten play. The Cornhuskers passed with flying colors, routing Wisconsin at home and upsetting Illinois on the road to get […]

The Vancouver Canucks finally ended the Quinn Hughes saga on Friday, trading their captain to the Minnesota Wild. Now, the basement-dwellers in British Columbia have to pick up the pieces. The next move for the Canucks should be to trade every valuable piece before the trade deadline and rebuild for the future. The Canucks had […]

The Baltimore Orioles stole the spotlight from the Los Angeles Dodgers at the 2025 MLB Winter Meetings, and that contrast says everything about how far the franchise has come. Los Angeles still had a strong showing, signing elite closer Edwin Diaz to address its most obvious weakness and reinforce a roster chasing a third consecutive […]

The latest Madden 26 Roster update has arrived ahead of Week 15 of the NFL season. This week, players like Matthew Stafford & others saw boosts to their Madden 26 OVR. However, other notable players saw a decrease in their ratings. Therefore, we decided to take a look at the updated player ratings and see […]

It’d be insensitive to Tristan Jarry to say that the Edmonton Oilers need to add another goaltender after acquiring him from the Pittsburgh Penguins. However, sometimes the truth hurts, and the Oilers could be stuck with the same problem they’ve had for the past few years if they aren’t careful. There is the question of […]

The Los Angeles Dodgers have the best roster in MLB. There’s no question about it. They could run it back with the same group as last year and probably win their third consecutive Fall Classic in 2026. However, Andrew Friedman and the ball club are always looking for ways to improve, and trading starting pitcher […]

Losing both Pete Alonso and Edwin Diaz, it’s hard to argue against the New York Mets being the biggest loser of the Winter Meetings. However, the Mets aren’t the only team reeling at the conclusion of the Meetings. One of the biggest moved that occurred during the event was Kyle Schwarber signing a five-year, $150 […]

The Winnipeg Jets finish a home stand with the Washington Capitals and Ottawa Senators coming up. When they play Ottawa on Prime Monday Night Hockey, they’ll be back in front of Canada’s audience without their best player. While Connor Hellebuyck has been out for the Jets, they have tumbled to the bottom of the standings. […]

De’Aaron Fox and Stephon Castle are the first San Antonio Spurs credited for the team’s play of late, including their success in the NBA Cup. After Dylan Harper and, perhaps, Luke Kornet and Harrison Barnes, even Julian Champagnie’s name may be one that comes up before Keldon Johnson. But a star teammate isn’t missing the […]

To win in the modern NBA, you need two things: a transcendent superstar and a roster full of athletic playmakers that can also play good to great defense. That has typically been the blueprint for most NBA champions throughout history, and it hasn’t changed in this new era of the league. With Victor Wembanyama back […]

The Minnesota Timberwolves have contacted the Chicago Bulls about a potential trade for guard Coby White as they search for help at point guard, according to a Thursday report from Joe Cowley of the Chicago Sun-Times. Cowley reported that Minnesota’s front office has explored several backcourt options before turning its focus to White. “There were […]

The Atlanta Braves came into the Winter Meetings with one contract already done. They inked Raisel Iglesias to a one-year deal worth $16 million long before the meetings began. Now, as everyone heads home from the Orlando get-together, Atlanta has bolstered the bullpen again. How did the Braves fare on the three-year, $45 million deal […]