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Updated Chicago White Sox roster (2026 edition)

We track every White Sox 40-player roster move here, so be sure to check back for updates. All 2025 White Sox transactions. Last updated: April 8, 2026 If you are on a mobile device, this table is best viewed in landscape mode. Tap or click on the roster to zoom. Players in red are on […]

The Buffalo Bills saw no path forward with Sean McDermott

While there were a few undercurrents prior to it, the news of Sean McDermott being fired was nearly universally seen as a surprise. Even among fans who had been calling it, the arrival was a bit of a shock. There are lot of opinions on the move out there, but in true Skarekrow fashion I […]

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Recruiting Reset: Sione Laulea is a breakout candidate

When I say the word, “cornerback,” who comes to your mind? Deion Sanders? Charles Woodson? Champ Bailey? Willie Brown? It’s probably the era I grew up in, but Richard Sherman is enshrined in my head forever as the idyllic corner. Tall, physical, fast, braggadocios: He had everything you want for a guy whose job it […]

Carolina Panthers 2026 NFL Draft Prospect Profile: Peter Woods

Now that the Panthers have officially entered their offseason, we look ahead toward the 2026 NFL Draft. This weekly series will take a closer look at some of the prospects the Carolina Panthers could select in the 2026 iteration of the Draft. In this series, we’ll only be looking at prospects the Panthers could seriously […]

Patriots vs. Broncos preview for AFC Championship Game

The top two playoff seeds going against each other with a Super Bowl berth on the line, the upcoming AFC Championship Game between the New England Patriots and Denver Broncos is a true marquee matchup. That is, on paper it is. After all, the game’s nature changed within an hour of the Broncos’ divisional round […]

Cal Baptist vs. Utah Tech Prediction: Picks and Betting Odds – Wednesday, January 21, 2026

The Cal Baptist Lancers (13-6, 3-3 WAC) will try to extend a three-game win streak when they host the Utah Tech Trailblazers (10-10, 3-3 WAC) on Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at Dale E. and Sarah Ann Fowler Events Center as 8.5-point favorites. The contest airs at 10 p.m. ET on ESPN+. The point total for the matchup is set at 142.5. Cal Baptist vs. Utah Tech Odds Cal Baptist odds to win: -427 Utah Tech odds to win: +326 Spread: Cal Baptist (-8.5) Total: 142.5 Cal Baptist vs. Utah...

Gonzaga vs. Pepperdine Prediction: Expert Picks, Odds, Stats and Best Bets – Wednesday, January 21, 2026

The Pepperdine Waves (6-14, 1-6 WCC) are heavy underdogs (by 29.5 points) to stop a four-game road losing streak when they visit the No. 8 Gonzaga Bulldogs (19-1, 7-0 WCC) on Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at 9 p.m. ET. The matchup has an over/under set at 148.5 points. Gonzaga vs. Pepperdine Odds Gonzaga odds to win: -33333 Pepperdine odds to win: +4000 Spread: Gonzaga (-29.5) Total: 148.5 Gonzaga vs. Pepperdine Promo Codes Game Time and Information Date: Wednesday, January...

Illinois State vs. Northern Iowa Prediction: Spread, Total Points, Moneyline Picks – Wednesday, January 21, 2026

The Northern Iowa Panthers (12-7, 4-4 MVC) are underdogs (+6.5) as they try to stop a four-game losing streak when they visit the Illinois State Redbirds (13-6, 5-3 MVC) at 9 p.m. ET on Wednesday, January 21, 2026 at CEFCU Arena. The matchup airs on ESPNU. The matchup’s over/under is set at 131.5. Illinois State vs. Northern Iowa Odds Illinois State odds to win: -299 Northern Iowa odds to win: +239 Spread: Illinois State (-6.5) Total: 131.5 Illinois State vs. Northern Iowa Prom...

Game Preview: Pittsburgh Penguins @ Edmonton Oilers 1/22/26

Who: Pittsburgh Penguins (24-14-11, 59 points, 2nd place Metropolitan Division) @ Edmonton Oilers (25-18-8, 58 points, 2nd place Pacific Division) When: 9:00 p.m. eastern How to Watch: Locally broadcast on Sportsnet Pittsburgh, SN1 and TVAS in Canada, streaming on ESPN+ Pens’ Path Ahead: It’s been a lot of action lately, after tonight the Pens only have to […]

Gump Day: Who is next man up at linebacker?

Happy Gump Day, everyone. Alabama 5-star freshman RB Ezavier Crowell was named Mr. Football in Alabama for the 2025 season. “I told myself that I was going to be the best high school football player in Alabama next year,” Crowell said. “To be here holding these awards, it’s just a blessing and shows that I’m […]

NHL Rumors: Capitals Making Trade Calls

The Washington Capitals are officially in buyer mode again. General manager Chris Patrick confirmed he is “definitely actively pursuing an addition” up front, with a clear preference for a higher-end skilled winger who can help now and ideally stay beyond this season, not just a pure rental.  With the standings tight and the Olympic freeze and March 6 trade deadline creeping closer, Washington is watching for the moment a legitimate top-six option actually hits the market. Why the Capit...

Heat bounce back and take down Kings, 130-117

The Miami Heat got themselves back in the win column on the second matchup of a West Coast back-to-back against the Sacramento Kings. They earned the bounce back victory with a final score of 130-117 on Tuesday night. Miami got a balanced attack offensively from four starters in Ban Adebayo, Normal Powell, Andrew Wiggins and […] The post Heat bounce back and take down Kings, 130-117 appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .

Daniel Sturridge says one Liverpool striker was a better finisher than Michael Owen and Luis Suarez

Former Liverpool striker has named the one player that he would back in front of goal ahead of both and Luis Suarez. Ex-England international Sturridge signed a long-term deal with the Reds back in January of 2013 for a fee of around £12 million, bringing an end to his four year spell with Premier League […] The post Daniel Sturridge says one Liverpool striker was a better finisher than Michael Owen and Luis Suarez appeared first on Paisley Gates .

NHL Rumors: Wild Could Use Shocking Name As Trade Bait

Minnesota Wild GM Bill Guerin didn’t land Quinn Hughes and call it a day.  The Athletic's Michael Russo and Joe Smith speculated Minnesota is still hunting for a legit first line center or an elite scoring winger, and the wildest twist is that Jesper Wallstedt could be the “shocking” name dangled to make it happen. Jesper Wallstedt as trade bait changes everything Moving a blue chip goalie is the kind of idea that makes a fanbase flinch, but there is some logic to the idea. Zeev Buuim...

Open Thread: Harrison Barnes makes a $50,000 donation to the San Antonio MLK Commission

During halftime of Monday night’s Spurs game, Harrison Barnes made a surprise donation to the San Antonio MLK Commission. His $50,000 contribution was the largest in the fund’s history. Established in 1986, the Commission is a volunteer organization that helps assemble the annual MLK March. They host a variety of community events and programs encouraging awareness, […]

Game Preview: Pittsburgh Penguins @ Calgary Flames 1/21/26

Who: Pittsburgh Penguins (23-14-11, 57 points, 3rd place Metropolitan Division) @ Calgary Flames (21-23-5, 47 points, 7th place Pacific Division) When: 9:30 p.m. eastern How to Watch: Locally broadcast on Sportsnet Pittsburgh, SN1 and TVAS in Canada, streaming on ESPN+ Pens’ Path Ahead: The road trip continues tomorrow night in Edmonton, then an uncharacteristic two-day break gives […]