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Cade Cavalli and Brady House were the Washington Nationals best players this spring

With the Grapefruit League all wrapped up, I wanted to discuss a pair of the Nats biggest stars this spring. Brady House and Cade Cavalli are entering key seasons in their pro career. Both are starting their first full season as a big leaguer. This spring, both of them looked ready to roll. I want […]

MLB

Offense comes to life as Sixers secure split in Toronto

If only they could shoot over 70% every half. The Sixers evened up the mini-series, beating the Toronto Raptors 115-102 Monday night, tying the season series at 2-2. Tyrese Maxey got off to such a hot start that no heroics were needed this night, leading all scorers with 33 points going 10-of-16 from the floor. […]

Lightning vs. Penguins: How to Watch, Odds, Picks & Predictions

Tuesday’s NHL offering includes an outing between the favored Tampa Bay Lightning (27-13-3, -135 on the moneyline to win on the road) and the Pittsburgh Penguins (21-14-9, +113 moneyline odds) at 7 p.m. ET on ESPN+. ESPN+ is the place to tune in to watch the Lightning and the Penguins hit the ice. Lightning vs. Penguins Game Info & Odds When: Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 7 p.m. ET TV Channel: ESPN+ Live Stream: Fubo Live Stream: ESPN+ Where: PPG Paints Arena in Pittsburgh, Penn...

Celtics lose in a nail biter, Pacers prevail 98-96

The Boston Celtics traveled to Indiana Monday night to face the Pacers. The C’s came into the game with injuries to Josh Minott and Jaylen Brown and dropped a tough game 98-96. Boston struggled to the shoot the ball throughout the game going just 25 percent from downtown and 45 percent from the field overall. […]

Gonzaga Drops Again in Newest AP Poll

For the second week in a row, the Gonzaga Bulldogs (17-1, 5-0 WCC) have dropped a spot in the AP Poll. The Zags stand at No. 9 and have 1,050 total points from the voters. The Saint Mary’s Gaels (16-2, 5-0 WCC) received 17 total points, who are set to meet for the first time […]

Ravens request interview with Rams DC Chris Shula

The Baltimore Ravens have requested an interview with Los Angeles Rams defensive coordinator Chris Shula, per Sports Illustrated’s Albert Breer. Shula, 39, has worked for the Rams since Sean McVay was hired in 2017. He spent his first eight years in Los Angeles in various defensive assistant roles, starting as an assistant linebackers coach and […]

Brayden Point leaves game early with lower-body injury

Things were starting to cook for the Tampa Bay Lightning in the second game against the Philadelphia Flyers in three nights. After they made it through a tight-checking first period with a 1-0 lead thanks to an early goal by Pontus Holmberg, they doubled the lead just 30 seconds into the second period when Jake Guentzel deflected home a shot from Erik Cernak. Four minutes later, Brayden Point swatted home a rebound on the power play and it appeared the rout was on for the second game in a...

Penn State Adds Former DII Tiffin OL Tyshon Huff

The Nittany Lions are continue to build out their offensive line depth via the transfer portal with the latest addition of former Tiffin University (DII) offensive lineman Tyshon Huff. Huff is a 6-foot-4, 300-pound offensive lineman that played both guard and tackle at Tiffin University, which is located in Ohio. He was a 2023 high […]

ONE DAY IN THE SUN | OPEN THREAD | JAN 13, 2026

Welcome to The Daily Merengue — a place where you can feel free to discuss all things football. Do not be alarmed by the overt RMCF bias. It’s in the name! Shoutout to the Mods who do a fantastic job, Valyrian Steel, Ezek XI, KungFuZizou, NeRObutBlanco, Felipejack, and Juninho. A DAY IN THE SUN Everybody […]

Open Thread: Colorado Avalanche vs. Toronto Maple Leafs (8:00 p.m. MT)

After securing a shutout against the Columbus Blue Jackets this past Saturday, the Colorado Avalanche welcome the Toronto Maple Leafs to town. This will be the first of two regular-season matchups between these two teams. Colorado Avalanche (33-4-7) The Avs continued their dominance at home to start this home-stand, winning 8-2 over the Ottawa Senators […]

NHL

Caden Durham Returning to LSU

We’re getting the band back together. Rising junior running back Caden Durham announced today that he is withdrawing his name from the transfer portal and returning to LSU. Durham initially put his name into the portal the day after it opened, and since then LSU has added two running backs from the portal: Raycine Guillory, […]

The Details Of Xabi Alonso’s Departure From Real Madrid: Not All Is What It Seems

These observations — where I look at Real Madrid’s history, its players on loan, Castilla, tactical tidbits, and other relevant thoughts — are now a regular thing. All previous editions can be found here. IN JULY OF 2000, a freshly-elected Florentino Perez ushered in his improbable rise to Real Madrid presidency by signing the world’s best player, […]

LIVE Discussion: Brooklyn Nets at Dallas Mavericks, 8:30 PM ET

The Nets will look to recuperate in their second game of a back-to-back, this time against the Dallas Mavericks. Sitting 12th in the Western Conference, Dallas is trying to avoid a third straight loss while juggling a mounting injury list. Both teams are sitting at the bottom of their respective conferences. One also had Luka […]

Kasatkina vs. Cristian Prediction at the Adelaide International – Wednesday, January 14

In the Adelaide International Round of 16 on Wednesday, we have a matchup featuring No. 37-ranked Jaqueline Adina Cristian against No. 48 Daria Kasatkina. Compared to the underdog Cristian (+120), Kasatkina is favored (-155) to advance. Adelaide International Info Tournament: The Adelaide International Round: Round of 16 Date: Wednesday, January 14 Venue: The Drive Location: Adelaide, Australia Court Surface: Hard Daria Kasatkina vs. Jaqueline Adina Cristian Prediction & ...

The Spurs need more three-point shooting

With just under a month to go until the NBA trade deadline, the San Antonio Spurs are second in the Western Conference with a 27-12 record. Even the most bullish predictions for the Spurs this season didn’t have this result on their bingo card. Making the playoffs was the goal, and through the first 39 […]

Avdija Out Versus Warriors With Lower Back Soreness

Portland Trail Blazers forward Deni Avdija will be out for Tuesday’s road game against the Golden State Warriors due to lower back soreness, the organization announced. The Oregonian’s Joe Freeman reported evaluation of the injury is ongoing. Avdija exited late in the fourth quarter of Portland’s 123-114 loss to the New York Knicks on Sunday […]

Eagles News: “You have to look at the offensive coaches. Not just Kevin Patullo but all of them starting with Nick Sirianni.”

Eagles Question of the Day: Much to be frustrated about after a season-ending loss. But if you’re feeling up for it, what most excites you about the Eagles moving forward? Head over to The Feed and weigh in with your answer and explanation! Let’s get to the Philadelphia Eagles news and links … Roob’s Observations […]

When talent is the enemy of good

Can a number one pick take his team to the Super Bowl and still be considered a bust? Caleb Williams, the NFL’s least accurate quarterback of 2025 according to Next Gen Stats, is two wins away from seriously challenging that theory. Although Williams is the toast of the league this week because of a league-leading […]

NFL

Steelers vs. Texans: Wild Card Open Thread

The Pittsburgh Steelers host the Houston Texans in the final game of the Wild Card round.  This game will see Aaron Rodgers face the AFC’s best defense in what could be his final game. This matchup could make for a great end to the Wild Card round of the 2026 NFL Playoffs! AFC Wild Card […]