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The Washington Commanders inked contracts with four of their 2024 draft picks today, welcoming wide receiver Luke McCaffrey, linebacker Jordan Magee, safety Dominique Hampton, and defensive end Javontae Jean-Baptiste to the team. McCaffrey showcased his prowess as a top receiver in the AAC last season, topping the conference in touchdown receptions. Despite his brief stint…
Thus far, the Cowboys have been unable to secure a new contract with five-time Pro Bowl cornerback Stephon Gilmore. His contribution was particularly crucial in 2023 following Trevon Diggs’ season-ending loss. However, Gilmore remains a free agent, posing a risk for Dallas as they face the possibility of losing him in the upcoming weeks. Kristopher…
Former LSU All-American Paul Skenes has earned a promotion to the Pittsburgh Pirates’ active roster, and the right-handed pitcher is set to make his MLB debut this Saturday as the Pirates take on the Chicago Cubs at PNC Park in Pittsburgh. Selected as the No. 1 overall pick by the Pirates in last summer’s MLB…
The Baltimore Orioles are considered strong contenders for the American League Pennant in 2024, with a chance to clinch their first World Series title since 1983. Despite several close calls in the past, their roster boasts considerable talent, including Adley Rutschman, Ryan Mountcastle, Gunnar Henderson, Cedric Mullins, Anthony Santander, and promising newcomer Colton Cowser. Additionally,…
Bowen Byram was in the midst of recuperating from an illness when he received the news of his trade from the Colorado Avalanche to the Buffalo Sabres in exchange for Casey Mittelstadt on March 6. With the Sabres scheduled to play back-to-back games in Toronto, Byram swiftly packed his belongings to join his new team…
It seems that Fogo Power extends to former Twins infielders who switch-hit, as Jorge Polanco expressed his intention to visit his favorite Brazilian steakhouse upon returning to Minneapolis as a visiting player. “I’m probably going to go to Fogo [de Chão], man,” Polanco remarked, highlighting his familiarity with the staff and his frequent visits there….
The Houston Astros have emerged as one of Major League Baseball’s most significant letdowns in the early stages of the 2024 season. With a record of 12-23 leading up to games on May 8, they find themselves languishing in the bottom of the American League West standings. Despite their struggles, there’s speculation about the Astros…
Ottawa Senators’ general manager Steve Staios, alongside Travis Green, the newly appointed head coach, was officially introduced to the public on Wednesday, May 8, 2024. Following seven consecutive seasons without making the playoffs, Green expressed his readiness to face the pressure associated with steering the team towards postseason success. “I’m driven to win the Stanley…
In a departure from the usual trade scenario, Philadelphia is essentially buying Tyler Gilbert’s contract from the Reds by sending them an undisclosed sum of money. Although not a conventional trade, this financial transaction aligns with baseball’s peculiar trade standards. Following the 2023 season, Tyler Gilbert found himself without a team after being outrighted and…
Yoshinobu Yamamoto delivered an impressive performance, pitching eight innings and allowing only two runs as the Los Angeles Dodgers secured an 8-2 victory over the Miami Marlins at Dodger Stadium on Tuesday night. In a remarkable display, Yamamoto set a unique record for the Dodgers, throwing 19 consecutive strikes at the start of the game,…