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Of prospect runways and when they take-off

I’m going to tell you a story about a young prospect.  An outfielder, no less.  Tall and rangy.  His most noticeable tool is his power, but he is not one-dimensional.  He isn’t the greatest right-fielder anyone has seen, but he is playable.  He was what the Cardinals needed, really had since Matt Holliday aged out.  […]

From Viva El Birdos | 4 months ago | 4 reads

New Energy in Blacksburg? The Intangible Story Line of James Franklin’s Arrival Sets Stage for Massive Recruiting Weekend and a Shot at Miami Spoiler Redemption

As Miami fans focus on the path to the ACC title game and comparisons on the national stage – specifically why the Canes belong ahead of Notre Dame, Alabama, and others as the playoff rankings have already incited drama – the real focus should be on winning convincingly at Virginia Tech and at Pitt. This […]

From State of The U | 4 months ago | 5 reads

What if opposing pitchers actually feared Rockies hitters again?

Maybe it’s Blake Street Bomber nostalgia.  Maybe it’s missing power hitters like Todd Helton, Carlos Gozález, prime Charlie Blackmon, Nolan Arenado and Trevor Story. Maybe it’s just wanting to have a fun, competitive baseball team again. But after each season, especially as Arenado and Story left town, I feel like it’s become my after-season tradition […]

From Purple Row | 4 months ago | 3 reads

AFC North Preview, Week 12: Steelers look to stave off Ravens, Bengals and Browns on losing skids

Baltimore Ravens (5-5) The Ravens won their fourth consecutive game last week, grinding out a 23-16 win over the Browns for a series sweep over their division rival. Baltimore’s offense struggled for much of the game, and they were victimized by special teams miscues. Fortunately, the last phase of the game — defense — picked […]

From Baltimore Beatdown | 4 months ago | 5 reads

With two top-10 recruits, has Texas locked up women’s college basketball’s best 2026 recruiting class?

There are reasons for UConn, USC and Tennessee fans to be excited about the class of 2026. Same goes for those that support Duke and Kentucky. But, at least for now, the Texas faithful are on top. This week, the Longhorns and head coach Vic Schaefer secured the commitments of two top-10 2026 recruits: Brihanna […]

From Swish Appeal | 4 months ago | 6 reads

What’s The Trend: Week 12

Welcome to the series, ‘What’s The Trend,‘ which highlights the biggest risers and fallers in the Mizzou Football world each week! Mizzou is coming off an exciting win vs. Mississippi State and will look to stay hot and finish the season with 10 wins. Here are this week’s trends: On the Rise Ahmad Hardy, Ahmad […]

From Rock M Nation | 4 months ago | 3 reads

Colts pass rusher Laiatu Latu is quietly coming into his own

Indianapolis, IN — The Indianapolis Colts‘ 2024 first-round pick is quietly emerging. Laiatu Latu was his draft class’s first defender selected at 15th overall; therefore, expectations were set by fans and analysts alike — he simply must be the best defender, and no grace period for acclimation is allowed. This, of course, is how casual […]

From Stampede Blue | 4 months ago | 2 reads

The Daily Bee: Dortmund Interested in Promising 16-Year-Old Striker

A week ago, I wrote a droning, melodramatic screed about how boring the international break is and how international football is a waste of time and should be abolished. Well, the universe instantly proved me wrong with one of the most entertaining and iconic weeks of international football in recent memory. I’ll accept your thanks […]

From Fear The Wall | 4 months ago | 5 reads

Friday Headlines: Loyola Maryland Gameday Edition

Kentucky basketball returns to the court tonight where they’ll host Loyola Maryland at Rupp Arena. Unfortunately for the Wildcats, this is the second time already this season where they’re coming off of a significant loss to a team that was viewed as their “equal” in the Associated Press Top-25 rankings. First it was Kentucky’s loss […]

From A Sea Of Blue | 4 months ago | 1 read

How to watch Wisconsin’s game vs. BYU on Friday

The No. 23 Wisconsin Badgers have their first big test of the season on Friday when they travel to take on the No. 9 BYU Cougars in a battle between ranked teams. Wisconsin has cruised through the early part of its non-conference schedule, beating teams by an average of over 28 points, as it’s scored […]

From Bucky's 5th Quarter | 4 months ago | 3 reads

Patriots vs. Bengals: Who has the edge in NFL Week 12?

The New England Patriots are entering Week 12 riding high. They have won eight games in a row and at 9-2 are tied for both the best record in football and the top seed in their conference. Standing between them and the momentum staying alive is a Cincinnati Bengals squad that has had to deal […]

From Pats Pulpit | 4 months ago | 6 reads

Report: Winnipeg Jets Trading Prospect Brad Lambert

The Winnipeg Jets have granted forward prospect Brad Lambert permission to seek a trade around the league. Hockey insider Frank Seravalli was first to report the news. Lambert was originally a 2022 first-round pick, 30th overall, and now his agent is working the phones with general managers across the league looking for a new home. Lambert has had a tough time cracking the Jets lineup on a consistent basis since being selected three years ago, and through just 10 career NHL games, he's scored ...

From NHL Trade Rumors | 4 months ago | 1 read

Whatever excuse the Red Sox have for allowing a Palantir advertisement to hang above Fenway Park, it’s not good enough

The banner of dystopian surveillance company Palantir hung above Fenway Park last weekend, lording over the spectacle of some college kids playing football, many more of them watching it, and most all their parents eating $12 burgers or whatever. It was the Secretaries’ Cup, and the United States Coast Guard Academy’s team was playing, and […]

From Over the Monster | 4 months ago | 11 reads

Energy concerns persist for IU basketball in win against Lindenwood

After averaging 99.7 points through its first three games, Indiana men’s basketball has struggled to shoot in back-to-back games. The Hoosiers scored 73 points against Lindenwood on Thursday after a 69-point performance against Incarnate Word on Sunday. IU leaned on ... The post Energy concerns persist for IU basketball in win against Lindenwood appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .

From Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis | 4 months ago | 0 reads

Sam snipes, Bob saves in Panthers 1-0 shutout of Devils

Sergei Bobrovsky had all the answers in the Florida Panthers 1-0 victory over the New Jersey Devils at Amerant Bank Arena. The 37-year-old veteran stopped 31 shots, including a handful of tricky redirections to post his second shutout of the season, and the 51st of his illustrious career. Sam Reinhart notched the game’s only goal 12:58 into the opening frame when he drove down the left side after Gustav Forsling knocked the puck up the ice and cut inside of Luke Hughes before sniping...

From Litter Box Cats | 4 months ago | 4 reads

Big Ten Basketball Predictions, Computer Picks and Best Bets | November 21

Big Ten teams will take the court in seven games on Friday’s college basketball slate. That includes the Wisconsin Badgers playing the BYU Cougars at Delta Center, and we have best bets recommendations across the board. How to Bet on Big Ten Games Best Big Ten Spread Bet Today: BYU vs. Wisconsin The data strongly suggests betting on Wisconsin in this one. The model favors them while DraftKings has BYU favored and the difference between the two is 10.8 points. ATS Record...

From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | 4 months ago | 1 read

Sun Belt Basketball Predictions, Computer Picks and Best Bets | November 21

The Charlotte 49ers versus the Appalachian State Mountaineers is one of nine games on Friday’s college basketball slate that has a Sun Belt team in action, and we’ve got best bets tips for you. How to Bet on Sun Belt Games Best Sun Belt Spread Bet Today: Appalachian State vs. Charlotte The data strongly suggests betting on Charlotte in this one. The model favors them while DraftKings has Appalachian State favored and the difference between the two is 16.1 points. ATS Re...

From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | 4 months ago | 1 read

ASUN Basketball Predictions, Computer Picks and Best Bets | November 22

ASUN teams will be in action in two games on Friday in college basketball play. That includes the South Carolina Upstate Spartans squaring off against the West Georgia Wolves at The Coliseum, and we have best bets recommendations across the board. How to Bet on ASUN Games Best ASUN Spread Bet Today: West Georgia vs. South Carolina Upstate West Georgia is favored by both DraftKings and the model, but the model has them winning by significantly less (4.5 to 0.6 points). Take South Caro...

From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | 4 months ago | 1 read