The Cleveland Cavaliers are bringing back veteran center Tristan Thompson for the upcoming season on a one-year deal. Thompson, originally drafted by Cleveland as the No. 4 overall pick in the 2011 NBA Draft, was the starting center when the team won the 2016 championship against the 73-9 Golden State Warriors. Now 33 years old,…
Trade rumors surrounding Brandon Aiyuk have intensified after the 49ers receiver reportedly requested a trade due to unsuccessful contract extension negotiations. Now one of the top names on the trade market, the question is which teams might be interested in him. According to Betonline. ag, the Cardinals have the seventh-highest odds (+1000) of acquiring Aiyuk,…
Orioles Bolster Roster with Veteran Signings The Baltimore Orioles, currently leading their division, have enhanced their team by signing veteran utility player Niko Goodrum and reliever Burch Smith. Goodrum, who recently cleared waivers with the Pittsburgh Pirates, and Smith, released by the Miami Marlins, were both free agents. These acquisitions aim to add depth to…
After spending six seasons at the University of Notre Dame (2018-23), Chris O’Leary joins the Los Angeles Chargers as the safeties coach. Initially serving as a defensive analyst for two seasons, he transitioned to coaching Rovers in 2020 and eventually took on the role of defensive backs coach/safeties from 2021-23. In the latest season, O’Leary…
An unidentified NFL executive has voiced skepticism about the contracts of Saquon Barkley and Josh Jacobs, suggesting they might be overpaid. The executive expressed surprise at their deals, indicating that nothing significant warranted such contracts compared to recent trends. Last offseason saw considerable buzz around star running backs like Jonathan Taylor, Barkley, and Jacobs seeking…
Canterbury’s high-profile acquisition, Stephen Crichton, will kick off the season playing in the centers rather than at fullback, contributing to what promises to be one of the NRL’s most formidable left-edge attacks. While much anticipation surrounds South Sydney’s left flank featuring Keaon Koloamatangi, Cody Walker, Jack Wighton, Latrell Mitchell, and Alex Johnston, Canterbury boasts Viliame…
Cincinnati Bengals fans are in a frenzy following reports that star wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase is seeking a contract on par with what it takes to play quarterback for the New York Giants. Chase reportedly desires a four-year deal worth around $160 million, with approximately $120 million guaranteed—a figure that may surpass what the Bengals…
Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge has faced criticism for dismissing concerns about Tom Liberatore suffering a concussion during the club’s defeat to Essendon on Friday, despite the star player collapsing on the field at Marvel Stadium. Essendon rebounded from their previous AFL match with a decisive 29-point victory over the Western Bulldogs. The loss was…
The Los Angeles Chargers have reached an agreement with running back Gus Edwards on a multi-year contract, announced today. In the 2023 season, Edwards had a standout performance, achieving career highs in various categories including games played (17), starts (nine), rushing yards (810), rushing touchdowns (13), and rushing attempts (198). His 13 touchdown runs ranked…
The Red Sox have signed veteran reliever Joely Rodriguez to a minor-league contract, as reported by Chris Cotillo of MassLive.com. The agreement includes an invitation to major league spring training. Rodriguez, present at the Fenway South complex in Fort Myers on Thursday morning, will not be included in Boston’s 40-man roster initially but will have…