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The Athletic slams Dolphins roster and fans aren't surprised

The Miami Dolphins' roster isn't good on paper, and despite its promise, it will be a while before they earn respect.

Cubs historical sleuthing: Walk-off edition

Here’s yet another one from BCB reader Clark Addison, and I cropped the photo at the top of the post to take away one significant clue. Can you figure out which game this is from just the Cubs waiting to greet the walk-off home run hitter at the plate? (It’s obvious it’s a walk-off home […]

Previewing the Jets’ opposition: New Orleans Saints

The New Orleans Saints have beaten the Jets on four out of the last five matchups between the teams, including their last meeting, which was a forgettable 30-9 win against a rookie Zach Wilson. Right now, though, both teams are out of contention and looking ahead to the draft. Let’s break down the Saints roster, […]

The Bears Are Planning to Activate Tremaine Edmunds TODAY

It sounds like the Chicago Bears will have linebacker Tremaine Edmunds back in the lineup for Saturday’s game against the Green Bay Packers. ESPN Jeremy Fowler shares the scoop: Bears plan to activate linebacker Tremaine Edmunds from Injured Reserve before Saturday’s game vs Green Bay, per sources. Edmunds, who was placed on IR on Nov. 22 with a groin issue, has four interceptions and nine pass deflections this year. pic.twitter.com/UjFySflyDt — Jeremy Fowler (@JFowlerESPN) Dec...

Saturday Playoff Schedule/Preview/Open Thread

When the powers that be in college football expanded the playoff to an unnecessarily large 12 team field today was the day they had in mind. It’s a full day of must-see college football action that kicks at off at noon with Miami traveling to Kyle Field to take on the Texas A&M Aggies. How […]

Open Thread: Louisville vs. Tennessee

Big top 20 matchup this morning/early afternoon. Time: 11 a.m. ETSite: Brooklyn, N.Y. | Barclays Center (19,000)TV: FOX (Jason Benetti, play-by-play; Sarah Kustok, analyst)Radio: 970-AM WGTK (Nick Curran, play-by-play; Cortnee Walton, analyst)Series History: Louisville leads 3-2 (1-1 home, 0-1 away, 2-0 neutral)Last Meeting: W, 76-64 (Mar. 26, 2022 at Wichita, Kan.)

CFP Recap: Takeaways from Alabama’s victory over Oklahoma

The 2025 College Football Playoff is underway, and Friday night knocked the number of national championship-contending teams down to 11 after the Alabama Crimson Tide upended the Oklahoma Sooners inside their own Oklahoma Memorial Stadium. The Tide entered the game as 1.5-point road underdogs and fell behind quickly 17-0 early in the second quarter. It […]

Knicks Week Preview: December 21-27, 2025

The Knicks enter the holiday week with little time to catch their breath, facing a stretch of familiar faces and balding foes. I count four plane rides, to-and-from arenas; one early game and one at noon . . . on Christmas, no less; and one contest that feels like a scheduled loss. This year, our […]

Hawks get smoked by Spurs in biggest loss of the season

After falling just short against a scorching Charlotte Hornets side on Thursday, the Atlanta Hawks were blown out on their home floor on Friday night, looking lifeless in a 126-98 defeat to Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs. The 28-point margin of defeat was Atlanta’s worst loss of the season.  Atlanta were without both […]

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BetMGM Bonus Code BLEACHNEWS Scores $1,500 Offer Including NFL on Saturday

Score a BetMGM bonus code on Saturday that gets you a $1,500 first bet offer. Here is how to claim and how the promotion works, along with what to watch today. BetMGM Bonus Code BLEACHNEWS With the BetMGM bonus code BLEACHNEWS, you get a $1,500 first bet offer. Your first wager is covered by bonus bets if you lose. Use bonus BLEACHNEWS to sign up. You have to be 21+. Must be in a legal BetMGM Sportsbook state. Make your first deposit. Make a bet up to ...

Game Time Thread: Juventus vs. Roma

MATCH INFO When: Saturday, Dec. 20, 2025. Where: Allianz Stadium, Turin, Italy. Official kickoff time: 8:45 p.m. local time in Italy and across Europe, 7:45 p.m. in the United Kingdom, 2:45 p.m. Eastern time, 1:45 p.m. Central time, 11:45 a.m. Pacific time. STARTING LINEUPS Juventus starting XI (3-4-2-1): Di Gregorio; Kalulu, Bremer, Kelly; McKennie, Thuram, Locatelli (C), Cambiaso; Conceiçao, […]

The Weekend Mauling: 12/20/25

Kansas Jayhawks News Kansas is moving up in ESPN’s CBB power rankings This article is on the frustrations of Darryn Peterson’s availability, or lack thereof Bill Self is upset at the lack of bench productivity so far this season Links! A Florida police officer faked 79 off-duty shifts to collect over $12k ASU fans can […]

Morning Flurries: 1996 Stanley Cup reunion video released

The Colorado Avalanche finally released the video of the 1996 Stanley Cup reunion ceremony prior to the 6-2 demolition of the Florida Panthers last week. This display was a treat for those in attendance but wasn’t broadcast, and now everyone can enjoy the celebration. Also part of the festivities was the actual reunion the night […]

Today In NHL History - Buble Skates With Canucks

On December 20th in 2011, Vancouver Canucks aficionado Michael Buble fulfilled a life-long dream of skating with the team during an off-day practice after signing a one-day contract with the club. Donning the never-worn-before number 88, Buble challenged three-time Vezina nominee Roberto Luongo to a shootout, ringing a wrist shot wide stick-side off the left post before catching an edge and

Today In NHL History - Barnaby Fights Fan

On December 20th in 2000, Pittsburgh Penguins bruiser Matthew Barnaby exited BankAtlantic Center after an unsuccessful bout with behemoth Pete Worrell when an elderly Florida Panthers fan began hurling obscenities. Rather than ignoring the unpleasantries, Barnaby engaged the senior grabbing his arm and attempting to drag him through the railing. Releasing before the situation escalated, Barnaby

Today In NHL History - Makar Declines Penalty

On December 19th in 2022, Colorado Avalanche blueliner Cale Makar fell to the ice circling his net with New York Islanders forward Mathew Barzal in pursuit, prompting a raised arm from referee Brandon Blandina with 44 seconds remaining in a scoreless first period.When Makar realized that Barzal was being blamed for the spill, he motioned to the referee that there was no infraction on the

Today In NHL History - Fire Destroys Wild's Gear

On December 18th in 2009, the red hot Minnesota Wild fell victim to a truck blaze during an Ottawa road trip incinerating players' bags, including that of goaltenders Backstrom and Harding. Equipment managers were immediately sent home to collect backup gear while players scrambled locally to replace knee braces, skates, and other protective necessities in anticipation of Saturday night's game

Kansas City Royals news: Welcome back, Matt Strahm!

J.J. Picollo welcomes Matt Strahm to the Royals, as covered by Anne Rogers. “We were all very, very excited when we realized this was a possibility for our team,” general manager J.J. Picollo said. “We know Matt very well as a person, as a player, what type of competitor he is. And when you’re talking […]