To keep Joel Embiid as fresh as possible during the regular season, the Philadelphia 76ers focused on strengthening their backup center options this offseason. They succeeded in doing so by signing Andre Drummond in free agency and drafting Adem Bona, who surprisingly fell to them in the second round. Despite these additions, concerns remain about…
The Cincinnati Bengals have officially signed Kris Jenkins, their second-round pick in the recent NFL Draft, the team announced on Thursday. Jenkins inked a standard four-year contract that will keep him with the Bengals through the 2027 NFL season. Jenkins, a formidable presence at 6-foot-3 and 300 pounds, was selected 49th overall in this year’s…
Cubs pitcher Jameson Taillon has yet to participate in an official spring training game this year, and manager Craig Counsell acknowledges that Taillon may not have sufficient time to prepare for Opening Day. Counsell tells Meghan Montemurro of the Chicago Tribune that Taillon is likely to start the season on the injured list. Taillon experienced…
The Manly Sea Eagles are set to face off against the Brisbane Broncos in an exciting Magic Round showdown at Suncorp Stadium. Reece Walsh is sidelined due to knee soreness, prompting Selwyn Cobbo to move to fullback and Josiah Karapani to step in at center. Jock Madden makes his return from a pectoral injury, replacing…
The Los Angeles Clippers have experienced their fair share of highs and lows, but the recent exit of Paul George represents a particularly challenging period for the franchise. George, who was anticipated to help lead the Clippers to a championship alongside Kawhi Leonard, left the team during the 2024 offseason due to stalled contract negotiations….
As the Toronto Maple Leafs begin a new era under head coach Craig Berube and the Pittsburgh Penguins near the end of the Sidney Crosby era, a potential mutual benefit could emerge for both franchises. TSN’s OverDrive host Bryan Hayes suggests two bold moves during the summer of 2025, contingent on Crosby reaching free agency….
In a surprising decision likely driven by financial considerations, the Chicago Cubs have placed left-handed pitcher Drew Smyly on outright waivers. This move has captured the attention of teams with postseason hopes, such as the New York Mets. SI.com speculates that the Mets might consider acquiring Smyly. Joe Calabrese highlights that with a two-day window…
The Bruins struck gold over the weekend by signing veteran forward Tyler Johnson to a Professional Tryout Agreement (PTO). Johnson, a two-time Stanley Cup champion at 34, spent the past three seasons with the Chicago Blackhawks, where he scored 17 goals, 14 assists, and 31 points in 67 games last season, finishing fifth in team…
Christian McCaffrey has been unable to play in the first four games of the season for the San Francisco 49ers due to bilateral Achilles tendinitis, affecting both of his tendons. He was declared out just before the team’s Week 1 Monday night game and subsequently placed on injured reserve. The 2023 rushing yardage leader even…
Heading into the weekend, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers waived wide receiver Deven Thompkins with an injury designation after serving two seasons as their primary kick returner. Thompkins, who appeared in 22 games for Tampa Bay, caught 22 passes and scored one touchdown during his tenure. Thompkins joined the Buccaneers as an undrafted free agent following…