With rumors continuing to circulate around the New York Mets, their status as prime players at the trade deadline is becoming more plausible. Multiple general managers now anticipate that New York will trade Pete Alonso, the three-time All-Star and arguably the face of the franchise. ESPN’s Jeff Passan reported on this in his June 4…
Despite many believing that Detroit Tigers All-Star pitcher Tarik Skubal is unlikely to be traded before the 2024 MLB trade deadline, the possibility cannot be entirely dismissed. Several hints suggest that Detroit might be open to the idea, including a recent update from Jon Morosi of MLB Network. “Regarding Tarik Skubal, consider this: I’m told…
James Earl Jones, renowned for his legendary voice work and a proud University of Michigan alum, has passed away at 93. Best known for his iconic roles as Darth Vader in “Star Wars” and Mufasa in “The Lion King,” Jones’s commanding voice and extraordinary acting left an unforgettable impact on the entertainment industry. His career,…
Seattle Seahawks veteran wide receiver Tyler Lockett is set to embark on his tenth season with the NFL franchise, having renegotiated his two-year contract with the team he’s considered his “home” since being drafted in 2015. The revised contract involves adjustments to the guaranteed portion of the 31-year-old’s salary, along with reallocating $4 million towards…
Derrick Jones Jr.’s impact on the Dallas Mavericks was not widely anticipated when he was signed to a minimum contract last offseason. Although he had been sidelined at times in Chicago, Jones saw an opportunity to prove his worth alongside Luka Dončić. Coach Jason Kidd didn’t guarantee him playing time, but Jones made a strong…
While it’s premature to provide a definitive statement, there is optimism that Dre Greenlaw could potentially be back in action for the 49ers by the start of the 2024 regular season. The linebacker for the San Francisco 49ers underwent surgery on his torn Achilles last week, a procedure initially anticipated to keep him sidelined for…
After hiring Sheldon Keefe as the new head coach for the New Jersey Devils, General Manager Tom Fitzgerald is now focusing on his next off-season task. On Tuesday, Josh Gold-Smith from TheScore reported that Fitzgerald is considering trading the team’s 10th overall pick in the 2024 NHL Draft to acquire a top-tier goaltender. “If we…
The Chicago Bears are entering the 2024 NFL Draft with a glaring gap in their roster: they need a pass rusher. Despite the successful Montez Sweat trade last year, which yielded immediate results, the team still lacks depth in that position. To address this, in the 2024 SB Nation Mock Draft, I opted to focus…
Minnesota Vikings wide receiver K.J. Osborn, a former fifth-round pick, has experienced substantial growth since his draft in 2020. Despite not making a reception in his rookie season, Osborn has showcased his skills, averaging 615 receiving yards and scoring 15 touchdowns over the past three years. As he heads into free agency in March, his…
The Phillies announced the release of two minor league players yesterday: third baseman Nick Podkul and left-handed pitcher Taylor Lehman. Podkul was drafted by Toronto in the 7th round of the 2018 MLB Draft out of Notre Dame and reached Triple-A Buffalo before being released in August 2022. He signed a minor league contract with…