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The Buffalo Sabres have had brutal luck over the last several years. A lot of Buffalo’s failures are self-inflicted, to be fair. Buffalo has been stuck in a repeating rebuild cycle since the mid-2010s. However, this team came within a tiebreaker of breaking their long postseason drought in 2023. Instead of making the postseason, though, […]

The Milwaukee Bucks enter the 2025-26 NBA season with plenty of questions. The loss of Damian Lillard and the arrival of Myles Turner are the biggest stories to come out of the offseason, with Giannis Antetokounmpo also finding himself surrounded by trade rumors. The decision to waive and stretch Dame’s contract was expected to be […]

Few collaborations have had a lasting impact on the sneaker landscape quite like that of Off-White founder Virgil Abloh, who propelled sneakers into an all new era of exclusivity. Including iconic sneakers like the Air Jordan 1 and various Nike silhouettes, some of the the more popular releases have come in the form of the […]

Los Angeles Clippers’ star James Harden recently concluded his Adidas-sponsored tour through China promoting his latest signature sneaker, returning to the fanbase that made him a global sensation. Not only did Harden interact with thousands of ride-or-die fans, but he also gave everyone a new look at what him and the folks over at Adidas […]

The New York Islanders made a lot of changes in the NHL offseason. They fired Lou Lamoriello, hired Mathieu Darche, and traded Noah Dobson. If they are going to compete for a postseason spot, which they did not earn last year, they will need some breakout candidates. The Islanders expect Matthew Schaefer to break out […]

No one has previously changed the landscape of college football quite like Deion “Coach Prime” Sanders after joining the University of Colorado Football program. From leading the Buffs to a winning record and ensuring his son Shedeur Sanders played on a national stage, Coach Prime is gearing up for another successful season from Boulder. Nike […]

The Detroit Red Wings want to make the Stanley Cup Playoffs in 2026. However, they have failed to make the postseason in each of the last nine seasons. Moreover, they have sold at a fair few deadlines in recent memory. The team has the ability to take a step forward, but it’s certainly not a […]

The Detroit Red Wings are looking to contend in the 2025-26 season. Detroit has a good young core in place already. Lucas Raymond and Moritz Seider are already stars. Simon Edvinsson is not far behind, either. Other young contributors include Marco Kasper, Albert Johansson, and Carter Mazur. And this is only the tip of the […]

The Cincinnati Bengals and Washington Commanders have both had training camp and offseason drama involving some of their best players. For the Bengals, Trey Hendrickson has long been involved in trade rumors as Cincinnati has been unwilling to give him a new contract. In Washington, Terry McLaurin has also been in a contract dispute, which […]

The New York Islanders made one of the biggest trades of the 2025 NHL offseason. They sent defenseman Noah Dobson to the Montreal Canadiens for two first-round picks just hours before the draft. With a quiet free-agency period, expectations on the ice are low for their GM’s first season. The Islanders and GM Mathieu Darche […]

The New York Mets have been spiraling over the past few weeks, but Saturday’s 3-1 victory against the Seattle Mariners offered at least one reason to be excited about the immediate future. Starting pitcher Nolan McLean tossed 5.1 scoreless innings and recorded eight strikeouts while only allowing two hits and four walks in his MLB […]

A young star can change the complexion of a team’s season. Even if they debut during a tense patch of play, their presence could inspire needed energy. With this in mind, it could be time for the Philadelphia Phillies to promote outfielder Justin Crawford to the big leagues. The Phillies hold a 70-53 record, and […]

The Seattle Storm and Atlanta Dream were locked in for a crucial showdown as both teams aim to solidify their playoff positions. Despite having two very opposite journeys leading up to the August 15 game — the Storm had dropped six straight while the Dream were the winners of six straight — the dueling sides […]

The Memphis Grizzlies had an active 2025 NBA offseason. They made headlines with the blockbuster trade that sent Desmond Bane to the Orlando Magic. In return, they landed veterans Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and Cole Anthony. The deal also brought in valuable draft assets. While this move signaled a shift in direction, the Grizzlies missed a vital […]

The Buffalo Bills entered training camp with their roster mostly solidified. The 2024 AFC finalists bring back MVP Josh Allen, one of the most cohesive offensive lines in the NFL, and skill position depth charts that are mostly set, especially at the top. Still, there are a few Bills first-stringers in danger of losing starting […]

New York Liberty All-Star Sabrina Ionescu has been at the forefront of the basketball sneaker world, changing the entire landscape with the debut of her signature Nike Sabrina 1. Already on her third iteration of the Nike Sabrina line, Ionescu recently paid homage to a cultural icon with her Mars Blackmon-inspired Sabrina 3 sneakers. Legendary […]

Lane Hutson was one of the great stories of the 2024-25 National Hockey League campaign — and it’s no surprise that the Montreal Canadiens are looking to lock up the electric defenseman as soon as possible. Hutson, who won the Calder Trophy as the league’s top rookie, has been eligible to sign an extension since […]

With the NFL Preseason officially underway, football is in the air and the NFL’s 106th season is right around the corner. As players deep on the depth chart hope to make final impressions in making their rosters, the biggest stars in the league are taking this time to soak in the new season, adjust the […]

Jordan Brand and Nike have been hard at work bringing back classic Air Jordan silhouettes in updated, retro releases. We’ve seen all-time icons like the Air Jordan 4 “Bred” and the Air Jordan 1 “Shattered Backboard” make their return over the last year, so it comes as no surprise that Nike will retro the Air […]

The New York Yankees are clinging to the final American League Wild Card spot, and it might almost be time to promote one of their top prospects as the season winds down. Outfielder Spencer Jones was the apple of many executives eyes prior to July’s MLB trade deadline. But, Yankees general manager Brian Cashman decided […]

The Dallas Mavericks will not have to wait a long time to see how their new-look setup is going to fare in the Western Conference. They start off the 2025-26 NBA season with a five-game home stretch that sees them take on the defending champions, the Oklahoma City Thunder, and the Indiana Pacers.. Any roster […]

The groups for the NBA Cup have been announced, with the New York Knicks landing in East C with the Charlotte Hornets, the Chicago Bulls, the Miami Heat, and the Milwaukee Bucks. In last year’s NBA Cup, the Knicks advanced to the quarterfinals after a 4-0 record in the preliminary stage. They, however, lost to […]

The NCAA has undergone some massive transformations over the last few years, especially when it comes to the name, image, and likeness (NIL) debate and revenue sharing with student-athletes. A lawsuit that was settled in Congress allowed schools to begin paying players up to $20.5 million a year from July 1, changing the way athletic […]

For many NFL teams, Week 2 of the preseason is when the starters see substantial playing time. The Green Bay Packers and Indianapolis Colts either don’t know who their starting quarterback is yet or will be without them this week. Jordan Love just had thumb surgery and will miss the game against the Colts, and […]

Is a change going to come? It may be for the Phoenix Mercury, who sit at 19-12 and fourth in the WNBA standings. However, players like Kalani Brown and Natasha Mack could make a monster difference. The two centers play different, but effective, brands of basketball. Both have put their respective stamps on specific games […]

Ancient kingdoms, tribes, and nations are often associated with familial values and an unrelenting appreciation for tradition. ESPN’s The Kingdom identifies these traits as an integral part of the Kansas City Chiefs’ rise and current dynasty. The franchise’s core pieces are all viewed through the vulnerable lens of the 2024 season, and showcased in a […]

Major conclusions shouldn’t be taken away from Week 1 of the NFL preseason. After all, starters rarely play extended minutes during the first game in which fans get to see players on the field in live competition again. Tennessee Titans and Atlanta Falcons fans should certainly heed that advice because both teams had disastrous performances […]

NFL fans will always tune in to watch the Kansas City Chiefs, even when they are only playing in a preseason game. Football’s most polarizing team has made five of the last six Super Bowls. Their fanbase is full of diehards, but the rest of the league loves to hate them. Regardless of where fandom […]

New NBA 2K26 MyTEAM Details have arrived, showing the full integration of WNBA Players into the mode, as well as new Game Changer Cards, modes, and more. Furthermore, we’ll also see a variety of modes return, like King of the Court, Triple Threat Park, and much more. Without further ado, let’s take a look at […]

The New York Mets have lost 12 of their last 14 games and occupy the final National League Wild Card spot. After the Cincinnati Reds won on Wednesday, their cushion is just one game. The Mets’ pitching has been disastrous in recent weeks, and if the rotation behind David Peterson does not step up, they […]

After suffering a season-ending injury in his rookie season, former Howard University star Ian Wheeler is inching closer to recovery. A standout prospect in the 2024 preseason for the Chicago Bears, Wheeler’s promising start was cut short. In the Bears’ 33-6 preseason win over the Buffalo Bills in August 2024, Wheeler had a breakout performance, […]

The MLB playoff races are heating up, which means your fantasy baseball playoffs are around the corner. After a wild trade deadline and volatile August, there are teams way out of the mix. But that does not mean there are not players to consider on the Colorado Rockies or the Chicago White Sox. The fantasy […]

Every year, there are players who linger on the NHL Free Agency market who seek any opportunity they can get. Last year, one of those players was Max Pacioretty. The veteran forward sought a chance to make a roster and win a Stanley Cup. He signed with the Toronto Maple Leafs, and ended up making […]

The Carolina Hurricanes took a chance on Evgeny Kuznetsov at the 2024 NHL Trade Deadline. The veteran forward was looking for a fresh start away from the Washington Capitals. And Carolina believed he could help their playoff push. He left Carolina following the 2024 postseason, and after a year away, he is seeking a potential […]

The Houston Astros have won the American League West in seven of the last eight seasons. Even after losing their consecutive ALCS appearance streak last year, they are in contention to win the division and the pennant again. But the Seattle Mariners are bucking their head, roaring after the trade deadline to tie the AL […]

The Pittsburgh Penguins did not make the Stanley Cup Playoffs in 2025. They put in a decent challenge, for sure. However, they ended up falling short of the postseason. One of the bright spots, outside of Sidney Crosby, was veteran defenseman Matt Grzelcyk. Despite his solid season, he remains unsigned deep into 2025 NHL Free […]

The San Diego Padres have taken the National League West lead from the Los Angeles Dodgers. A slide from the defending champs, timed with a 24-13 run for San Diego, has the division up in the air. While the Padres have gotten great performances from Nick Pivetta this year, they need him to step up […]

The Philadelphia Phillies are running away with the National League East as the New York Mets crumble. Philly has been great too, without the fanfare of the struggling Amazins, but has struggled in October. The Phillies have not won the World Series since 2008 and need shortstop Trea Turner to continue his bounce-back season to […]

The Seattle Mariners made two of the biggest deals of the MLB trade deadline, picking up Eugenio Suarez and Josh Naylor. The corner infielders came from the Arizona Diamondbacks in separate deals. Seattle has been unstoppable in August, but Suarez has struggled. If the Mariners are going to return to the postseason for the second […]