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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 […]
Man, doesn’t it feel like everyone is coming down with something these days? Joel Embiid initially showed up as questionable for the Sixers’ upcoming matchup against the New York Knicks. He has since been ruled out hours ahead of the game. Tyrese Maxey had missed the last two games with an illness as well, but […]
Practice? We’re talking about practice? Not a game, practice. To be efficient and best prepared for the game, Aaron Rodgers is all about reps and successful drills in practice. The 42-year-old quarterback has won four MVPs and defeated the Steelers in Super Bowl XLV, but remains dedicated to the work done on the practice fields […]
The Phillies have spent their Friday reshaping their bullpen. After trading away Matt Strahm earlier in the day, they brought in a different lefthanded reliever in Kyle Backhus. The 27-year-old Backhus made his major league debut with the Diamondbacks in 2025, appearing in 32 games with a 4.62 ERA. He was very effective against lefthand […]
The Steelers shuffled their practice squad Friday morning, signing long snapper Cal Adomitis to the practice squad and releasing linebacker Kana’i Mauga in a corresponding move, the team announced. The timing is interesting as starting Steelers long snapper Christian Kuntz was listed on the team’s Thursday injury report as limited with a knee injury. Pittsburgh […]
The Orioles have struck at the starting pitching market. ESPN’s Jeff Passan reported on Friday afternoon that the Orioles are acquiring pitcher Shane Baz from the Tampa Bay Rays. Going back to Tampa in the trade is a package of four prospects: outfielder Slater de Brun, catcher Caden Bodine, outfielder Austin Overn, and right-handed pitcher […]
The Tampa Bay Rays and the Baltimore Orioles have made a significant trade, swapping right-hander Shane Baz for five pieces, including three first round picks In return, the Rays receive outfielder Slater de Brun, catcher Caden Bodine, right-hander Michael Forret, outfielder Austin Overn, and a Competitive Balance Round A draft pick, according to Jeff Passan […]
Still shocked and stung by the Los Angeles Rams’ 37-38 loss to the Seattle Seahawks on Thursday Night Football? It might take some time for the wounds to heal. The Rams are in danger of losing the NFC West division race and losing their grip on first place in the NFC conference, though they still […]
MLB Trade Rumors: Shane Baz is going to the Baltimore Orioles in exchange for outfielders Slater de Brun and Austin Overn, catcher Caden Bodine, pitcher Michael Forret, and a Competitive Balance Round A draft pick, per multiple reports. Baz, 26, was a first round pick of the Pittsburgh Pirates in 2017, and was sent to […]
With Friday’s game out of reach, No. 7 Maryland women’s basketball had one goal in the third quarter of its annual Field Trip Day: reach the now infamous 67-point mark. After scoring 64 points, the Terps limited themselves to shooting only from beyond the arc. After Maryland missed four consecutive 3-point attempts, Yarden Garzon hoisted […]
On the eve of the biggest game in Ole Miss football history, its biggest legend dropped some words of encouragement and wisdom after practice on Friday. Archie Manning, the patriarch of football’s first family, stopped in for a chat with the Ole Miss football team. His No. 18 is retired and marks the speed limit […]
The Toronto Raptors have a lot to be proud of these days. They are currently (as of Friday, Dec. 19) 3rd in the Eastern Conference, with a record of 17-11, and have also won their last two road games after a hard stretch of losses that ended in their NBA Cup elimination. Yet, as we […]
The injury to Minkah Fitzpatrick isn't serious, but it should be taken as such. The Dolphins have only one choice that makes sense.
Ohio State (8-2) is facing both a literal and metaphorical giant in No. 12 North Carolina (10-1) Saturday in the CBS Sports Classic. The Tar Heels are the tallest team in the nation according to KenPom, and Ohio State is going to need to be creative on offense if they want to pull off the […]
Chicago Bears cornerback Nick McCloud followed up teammate D’Marco Jackson’s NFC Defensive Player of the Week honor with a special award of his own. The reserve corner has been selected as the Week 16 NFL Players Association (NFLPA) Community MVP, joining quarterback Caleb Williams as Bears players to earn that distinction this year. McCloud partnered […]
Time has flown by in 2025. We are less than a week away from Christmas Day. Don’t forget to do your last-minute shopping! While the Miami Heat will get the day off, what are 10 things on our Heat Christmas wishlist as the days approach? Here are mine! (Editor’s note: The aforementioned wishes are in […] The post Hanifan: 10 things on my Miami Heat 2025 Christmas wishlist appeared first on Hot Hot Hoops - Miami HEAT NBA Blog .
Josh Christian-Young has been named Kentucky Football’s new safeties coach, head coach Will Stein announced Friday. “We are thrilled to welcome Josh Christian-Young to Lexington as our new safeties coach,” Stein said. “Houston’s secondary has played physical, disciplined football, and they have been productive. That’s exactly the standard we want at Kentucky.” Christian-Young, known for […]
The San Diego Padres have re-signed pitcher Michael King to a three year deal with a pair of opt outs that could net King up to $75 million. King was…I hesitate to say “the” prize of the Juan Soto trade for the Padres, but he was at least a prize, a big one. He had […]
Hawaii football continues to prepare for its showdown with ACC foe California in the Sheraton Hawaii Bowl on December 24th, but the background noise of the transfer portal is ever-present for Group of Five programs like Hawaii. Star receiver Jackson Harris has already left the team for the transfer portal, and while other departures are […]
Happy Friday everyone! To finish off the work week we got another 2025 Season Review for you guys today. Looking back on left-hander Ben Bowden’s first season in the Athletics’ organization one can’t help but think he’s got something to offer this club in the upcoming 2026 season. Dominance in Triple-A isn’t always an indicator […]
The Pittsburgh Pirates are wheeling and dealing, acquiring Tampa Bay Rays infielder Brandon Lowe in a trade that also involves the Houston Astros. According to MLB insider Chandler Rome, the Pirates are acquiring Lowe, who made 121 appearances for the Rays at second base in 2025. They are also adding Rays outfielder Jake Mangum, who […]
I am really getting bored of all these light weeks in the Michigan State Athletic Department. But that is what the next 7 days will be. Still no hockey, one men’s basketball game, and two for the women. MEN’S BASKETBALL Saturday, December 20 Who: Michigan State Vs. Oakland When: Noon ET Where: Little Caesars Arena; […]
The Tampa Bay Rays are reportedly deep into talks with the Houston Astros and Pittsburgh Pirates regarding a three-team deal that would send long time second baseman Brandon Lowe to the Pirates, while also considering a deal that would send Shane Baz to the Orioles. Brandon Lowe Rumor The deal has not been finalized but […]
In a game where a successful season was very much in doubt for the Kentucky Wildcats heading into Saturday night, they answered the bell and then some as they cruised past the Indiana Hoosiers 72-60 after outscoring them 40-21 in the second half. Despite being down by seven at halftime, the Wildcats went on a […]
After winning five straight, seven of eight and 10 of 12, the Celtics now find themselves amid a mini two-game losing streak for the first time since early November. The second half against the Bucks was a bit of an uncharacteristic dud. The Pistons game was more competitive, but Detroit made timely plays down the […]
Good Friday morning Caps fans, hope you all are having a lovely week and that you’re gearing up for holiday-related festivities this weekend. Phew, it’s been a busy week. Let’s keep things simple and focus on the roster moves that have happened in the last 24 hours or so, starting with the player who will be sticking around in Vancouver. The club announced Thursday that … Source