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Scouting Jets defensive back Minkah Fitzpatrick

Over the next few months, we’ll be breaking down all of the players added by the Jets during free agency and in the legal tampering window. We continue today with defensive back Minkah Fitzpatrick. The 29-year old Fitzpatrick is listed at 6’1” and 202 pounds and was the 11th overall pick out of Alabama in […]

Why adding Trae Young makes sense for the Wizards

The Washington Wizards on Wednesday acquired Trae Young from the Atlanta Hawks in exchange for CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert, according to ESPN’s Shams Charania. Young, 27, joins Washington as a four-time All-Star and four-time NBA assists leader who boasts averages of 19.3 points and 8.9 assists per game this season. The shifty point guard […]

Throwback Thursday: Notre Dame Fighting Irish VS LSU, 1981

Some games are remembered for the score. Others are remembered for what they begin. When Notre Dame opened the 1981 season, the anticipation wasn’t just about returning starters, preseason rankings, or national title dreams still lingering from 1980. It was about a new face on the sideline, a new voice in the locker room, and […]

US Cremonese vs. Cagliari Prediction, Picks, Live Odds – January 8

Two clubs among the bottom half in Serie A will clash on Thursday, when 13th-place US Cremonese hosts 14th-place Cagliari. Find predictions for this matchup below. US Cremonese vs. Cagliari Prediction & Odds US Cremonese Moneyline: +142 Cagliari Moneyline: +216 Draw Moneyline: +198 Predicted Score: US Cremonese 2, Cagliari 1 US Cremonese vs. Cagliari Stat Rankings US Cremonese (Rank) Cagliari (Rank) 18 (15th) Goals Scored 19 (14th) 21 (10th) ...

Utah Jazz vs Oklahoma City Thunder recap and final score: Crazy OT finish!

The Utah Jazz and the Oklahoma City Thunder went toe to toe all night, and the Thunder pulled out a close one in an OT 129-125. The Jazz played extremely well in this one, considering they were matched up against the reigning NBA champions at home. Yes, the Thunder were without Isaiah Hartenstein and Alex […]

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The Wizards Podcast: Wizards acquire Trae Young

The Washington Wizards acquired Trae Young from the Atlanta Hawks in exchange for CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert. Our Greg Finberg broke down the trade, what it means for the Wizards and their young core, a possible extension for Young in Washington, and much more. Enjoy! You can watch on YouTube as well!

Tide Falls At Vanderbilt 96-90

The 13th ranked Alabama Crimson Tide fell to 11th ranked Vanderbilt 96-90 on Wednesday night in Nashville. The Tide fell to 11-4 overall and 1-1 in the SEC while the surprising Commodores improved to 15-0, 2-0 on the season. Alabama’s Aiden Sherrell was considered a game time decision after being injured in the Kentucky game […]

NHL Anytime Goalscorer Bets and Odds Today – January 8

There are 12 games on the NHL menu Thursday, and anytime goal-scorer odds for players from around the league are listed here. Watch the NHL on Fubo! Today’s Top Anytime Goal Odds Nathan MacKinnon (Avalanche) -120 to score Avalanche vs. Senators Game Time: 9 p.m. ET on Thursday, January 8 MacKinnon’s stats: 35 goals in 42 games Auston Matthews (Maple Leafs) +110 to score Maple Leafs vs. Flyers Game Time: 7 p.m. ET on Thursday, January 8 Matthews’ stats: 21 goals in 36 ...

Player Grades: Lakers vs. Spurs

With the Lakers facing the Spurs without Rui Hachimura, Austin Reaves, or LeBron James, they had the odds stacked against them from the jump in this contest on Wednesday night. Luka Dončić put on the Superman cape and had a triple-double, but no one else stepped up offensively, and the Lakers never stood much of […]

Toledo SS Braden Awls commits to Iowa State

The Toledo Rockets fielded as strong of a secondary as anybody in the FBS in 2025, and the stats back it up. Toledo ranked fifth in passing defense (158 yards per game) and second in opponent completion percentage (50.1), while the entire unit limited opponents to the fifth-fewest points and third-fewest yards in the FBS. […]

Tide Falls At Vanderbilt 96-90

The 13th ranked Alabama Crimson Tide fell to 11th ranked Vanderbilt 96-90 on Wednesday night in Nashville. The Tide fell to 11-4 overall and 1-1 in the SEC while the surprising Commodores improved to 15-0, 2-0 on the season. Alabama’s Aiden Sherrell was considered a game time decision after being injured in the Kentucky game […]

Real Reason that College Football Bowl Games were Created

Have you ever wondered how we got to the point- where there is at least one college football game on television every single day for three weeks from mid-December to early January? Why and how are we living in times when college football bowl games are so abundant that now multiple cities (New Orleans, Tampa, […] The post Real Reason that College Football Bowl Games were Created appeared first on The Sports Bank .

UTSA loses three all-conference talents to portal

The UTSA Roadrunners are fresh off their sixth-straight winning season in six years under Jeff Traylor. The program that isn’t even two decades old ended 2025 on a high note with a 57-20 throttling of FIU in the First Responder Bowl for its third-consecutive bowl win. The momentum from that win can still be felt, […]

Hurricanes vs. Ducks NHL Best Bets, Odds, Prediction and Pick – Jan. 8

The Carolina Hurricanes meet the Anaheim Ducks at Lenovo Center on Thursday at 7 p.m. ET, and we have best bets tips right here, if you’re considering a wager. Best Hurricanes vs. Ducks Prop Bets Player & Team Odds to Score a Goal Goals & Games Played Seth Jarvis, Hurricanes +150 20 G in 35 GP Sebastian Aho, Hurricanes +165 17 G in 43 GP Andrei Svechnikov, Hurricanes +180 12 G in 43 GP Jackson Blake, Hurricanes +230 12 G in 43 GP ...

Red Wings vs. Canucks NHL Best Bets, Odds, Prediction and Pick – Jan. 8

The Detroit Red Wings face the Vancouver Canucks at Little Caesars Arena on Thursday at 7 p.m. ET, and we have best bets suggestions right here, if you’re considering a wager. Best Red Wings vs. Canucks Prop Bets Player & Team Odds to Score a Goal Goals & Games Played Dylan Larkin, Red Wings +150 22 G in 44 GP Alex DeBrincat, Red Wings +155 22 G in 44 GP Elias Pettersson, Canucks +210 11 G in 34 GP Lucas Raymond, Red Wings +220 12 G i...

Bruins vs. Flames NHL Best Bets, Odds, Prediction and Pick – Jan. 8

Are you looking for an edge on the upcoming Boston Bruins-Calgary Flames game on Thursday, Jan. 8? Best bets suggestions are available right here, so take advantage before the 7 p.m. ET start. Best Bruins vs. Flames Prop Bets Player & Team Odds to Score a Goal Goals & Games Played David Pastrnak, Bruins +110 19 G in 38 GP Morgan Geekie, Bruins +155 25 G in 43 GP Nazem Kadri, Flames +200 8 G in 43 GP Matthew Coronato, Flames +290 11 G ...

Sabres vs. Rangers NHL Best Bets, Odds, Prediction and Pick – Jan. 8

The Buffalo Sabres meet the New York Rangers at 7 p.m. ET on Thursday, and if you’re considering placing a wager, we have best bets tips right here. Best Sabres vs. Rangers Prop Bets Player & Team Odds to Score a Goal Goals & Games Played Tage Thompson, Sabres +150 21 G in 41 GP Artemi Panarin, Rangers +170 16 G in 43 GP Mika Zibanejad, Rangers +195 15 G in 43 GP Alex Tuch, Sabres +220 12 G in 40 GP Vincent Trocheck, Rangers +...

Panthers vs. Canadiens NHL Best Bets, Odds, Prediction and Pick – Jan. 8

The Florida Panthers face the Montreal Canadiens at Bell Centre on Thursday at 7 p.m. ET, and we have best bets tips in this article, if you’re thinking about a wager. Best Panthers vs. Canadiens Prop Bets Player & Team Odds to Score a Goal Goals & Games Played Sam Reinhart, Panthers +150 23 G in 42 GP Brad Marchand, Panthers +150 23 G in 41 GP Cole Caufield, Canadiens +160 21 G in 43 GP Sam Bennett, Panthers +170 14 G in 42 GP ...

Flyers vs. Maple Leafs NHL Best Bets, Odds, Prediction and Pick – Jan. 8

Best bets tips for Philadelphia Flyers vs. Toronto Maple Leafs on Thursday at Xfinity Mobile Arena are provided for you below, prior to the opening faceoff at 7 p.m. ET. Best Flyers vs. Maple Leafs Prop Bets Player & Team Odds to Score a Goal Goals & Games Played Auston Matthews, Maple Leafs +110 21 G in 36 GP Trevor Zegras, Flyers +190 17 G in 41 GP Travis Konecny, Flyers +210 13 G in 41 GP John Tavares, Maple Leafs +210 15 G in 42 G...

Penguins vs. Devils NHL Best Bets, Odds, Prediction and Pick – Jan. 8

Best bets suggestions for the upcoming Pittsburgh Penguins versus New Jersey Devils matchup at PPG Paints Arena are provided for you in this article, ahead of the 7 p.m. ET start on Thursday. Best Penguins vs. Devils Prop Bets Player & Team Odds to Score a Goal Goals & Games Played Jack Hughes, Devils +140 11 G in 25 GP Sidney Crosby, Penguins +160 24 G in 41 GP Nico Hischier, Devils +180 12 G in 43 GP Bryan Rust, Penguins +200 16 G i...

Southern Illinois vs. Evansville Women’s Basketball: Free Live Stream, TV Channel, How to Watch

The Southern Illinois Salukis (2-10) will try to turn around a four-game losing streak when they host the Evansville Purple Aces (3-11) on January 8, 2026 at Banterra Center. Southern Illinois dropped its most recent game to Northern Iowa, 91-64, on Sunday. Kayla Cooper starred with 11 points, plus two boards and two assists. Evansville was victorious in its previous game against Valparaiso, 66-46, on Saturday. Camryn Runner was its high scorer with 12 points. Catch tons of live women’s co...

CoinPoker Revamps Poker App on iPhone and Android with Freeroll Giveaways

Decentralized crypto casino and poker site CoinPoker has launched a long awaited upgrade to its mobile platform. Previously only available as an Android app, the revamped poker app is now also compatible with iPhone devices in-browser with no download required. To access the site on iOS, players simply need to visit play.coinpoker.com on any mobile […] The post CoinPoker Revamps Poker App on iPhone and Android with Freeroll Giveaways appeared first on The Sports Bank .

Keep ‘Em Coming: Blackhawks 7, Blues 3

The Hawks handed out another ass-kicking to the Blues on Wednesday night at the United Center in front of a national audience, winning 7-3 over their Central Division foes. As the United Center faithful was in the middle of a “Green Bay sucks” chant (and there were a lot of them), Tyler Tucker put the Blues up 1-0 just 27 seconds into the game: Blues score on the first shift pic.twitter.com/awMQtAcNHk — BHF (@BlackhawksFocus) January 8, 2026 Near the middle of the first, C...

OPEN THREAD | January 8, 2026

The Daily Merengue is 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 Kung_Fu_Zizou, Juninho, NeRObutBlanco, Felipejack, Ezek Ix and yours truly, Valyrian Steel. Gameday!!! The Atleti test again. There’s […]