Indiana men’s basketball sophomore guard Gabe Cupps is expected to redshirt this season after undergoing successful knee surgery last week. The surgery was performed to address a […]
Deion Sanders guided Colorado to its finest season since 2016 and assisted versatile star Travis Hunter in securing a Heisman Trophy, but the campaign concluded […]
Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts has been declared out for Sunday’s matchup against the Dallas Cowboys due to a concussion. Hurts has been following concussion protocol since his head struck the ground in Sunday’s defeat against the Washington Commanders. Head coach Nick Sirianni mentioned on Friday that it would be “difficult for him to make it” since the quarterback did not participate in practice this week. Backup Kenny Pickett, who came in for Hurts for the rest of the Commanders game, will start in Hurts’ place. unday’s game […]
The Atlanta Braves have experienced a rather quiet offseason. They require an improvement at shortstop and might acquire one from the San Diego Padres in the upcoming free agency period. In a discussion of potential destinations for the best available free agents, Just Baseball’s Ryan Finkelstein forecasted that the Braves would acquire Padres infielder Ha-Seong Kim with a five-year, $60 million contract. “One team that might benefit from a shortstop is the Atlanta Braves, though the cost might be too high for them to handle since Orlando Arcia earns only $2 million annually.” “Arcia provides solid defense at shortstop similar to Kim, but he doesn’t hit nearly as well,” Finkelstein wrote. “The truth is, any team can accommodate a player as adaptable as Ha-Seong Kim.” Arcia failed to meet the expectations he established after being named an All-Star in 2023. His OPS decreased from .741 to .625. He accumulated only 46 RBIs throughout the season. Kim experienced a challenging year in 2024. He concluded the season prematurely due to requiring surgery for his labrum injury. He is anticipated to miss the beginning of the 2025 season. Last season, he recorded an average of .233 and hit 11 home runs. In 2023, he earned a utility Gold Glove and recorded a slash line of .260/.351/.398 along with 17 home runs. His adaptability on defense provides the Braves with some options in the event of injuries. His cost might appear high, but if he can return to the form he showed in 2023, they could find a resolution to their shortstop issue.
One of the year’s most significant games is approaching in the second round of the College Football Playoffs, as the No. 1 Oregon Ducks face off against the No. 8 Ohio State Buckeyes in the Rose Bowl on New Year’s Day. With a Cotton Bowl opportunity at stake, many see this as a preliminary version of the national championship, considering the Ducks and Buckeyes as the top two teams in the country at this moment. Although there are anticipated uneven contests in the second round of the playoffs next week, the matchup between Oregon and Ohio State is expected to be a thriller. The betting lines have indicated this so far, but a recent shift demonstrates that a distinct favorite is starting to take shape. According to FanDuel Sportsbook, the Buckeyes are now favored by 2.5 points in this game, which is taking […]
What awaits Vladdy and the Blue Jays in the future? This tale was taken from Keegan Matheson’s Beat newsletter. To view the complete newsletter, click here. And sign up to receive it consistently in your inbox. TORONTO — Until the Blue Jays create a significant move that draws everyone’s focus back to 2025, it’s challenging to keep your gaze from wandering ahead. How will the upcoming phase of Toronto baseball appear? Obtain tickets for the Blue Jays’ 2025 season. Periods in baseball aren’t marked by any specific duration. You can still consider this the period of Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Bo Bichette, as the Blue Jays persist in their efforts to fulfill the plans they established nearly ten years ago to construct a foundation around a youthful core. Prior to this was the period of José Bautista and the “group of outlaws” who returned Toronto to the playoffs. Year-End Sale: Discounts on Blue Jays merchandise What comes next, then? The Blue Jays might maintain their success by extending Guerrero Jr., but at this moment, they would have to present the young star with an incredible deal to prevent him from exploring free agency next winter at only 26 years old. An additional high-profile signing could prolong this timeframe as well, something the organization has attempted with Shohei Ohtani, Juan Soto, and others, but so far it hasn’t succeeded, and George Springer’s six-year, $150 million contract from January 2021 remains the biggest in franchise history. This question may loom throughout the season, especially if Toronto resembles its performance from 2024. As the offseason drags on and Spring Training approaches, I often ponder what my initial question — or primary story — will be when camp commences. This year, it seems that the response lies in Vladdy’s future with the team. That’s not an optimal position for the Blue Jays to find themselves in. […]
Alabama A&M redshirt freshman linebacker Medrick Burnett Jr. has passed away at the age of 20. On Friday, the coroner for Jefferson County released a statement stating that Burnett died from a head injury sustained during a game against Alabama State on October 26, according to the Associated Press (h/t ESPN.com). The declaration concluded a sequence of perplexing occurrences regarding the matter. Alabama A&M first reported Burnett’s passing on Wednesday morning. Nonetheless, confusion surrounded the situation when the school released a retraction later that day, stating that Burnett was still alive and receiving treatment for a head injury. The school stated that the first report of Burnett’s death was received from “an immediate family member” on Tuesday evening, leading to the announcement being made on Wednesday morning. Alabama A&M’s withdrawal stated: “Our team responded in alignment with the family’s request to notify the A&M community and others about this tragic event.” After speaking with a representative from UAB Hospital this afternoon, we found out that he is still alive. “We convey our prompt remorse for spreading inaccurate information.” Nonetheless, we find great happiness in the fact that Medrick is still in stable condition. Two days later on Friday, the coroner of Jefferson County verified that Burnett was declared dead at 5:43 p.m. Wednesday at UAB Medical Center. WAFF 48 stated that Burnett sustained an injury during the Bulldogs’ 27-19 defeat against Alabama State on Oct. 26. His sibling, Dominece […]
The Baltimore Ravens will have one less player in the backfield for the remainder of the game. The Baltimore Ravens have excluded running back Rasheen Ali from the remainder of Wednesday’s game against the Houston Texans due to a hip injury, marking another challenge for the rookie. Ali, a fifth-round pick from Marshall in this year’s draft, has dealt with injuries throughout his rookie season, as this is just his […]
The 2024 NHL All-Star Skills Competition presents a thrilling new format that merges various hockey skills into a unified event, providing fans with a distinctive and captivating experience. Shifting from the conventional method of distinct skill-focused challenges, the revamped event assesses participants’ general competencies in multiple disciplines. Twelve of the NHL’s top athletes will participate in eight competitions for the opportunity to earn a $1 million reward. This creative framework guarantees an exciting and unpredictable night for both participants and onlookers. During the initial round, all 12 competitors display their abilities in four out of six traditional skill categories: fastest skater, hardest shot, stick handling, one-timers, passing challenge, and accuracy shooting. Points are given according to performance in each category, and only the eight highest scorers progress to the next level. This round highlights adaptability, demanding players to show skill in various areas of hockey to earn their spot in the contest. The second round concentrates on a shootout challenge, where players choose a goaltender and try to score as many goals as they can. Every goal earns points, and the top six point earners from this round advance to the final stage. The shootout introduces a layer of strategy and artistry, as players demonstrate their scoring methods while challenging top-tier goalies. The last round is a challenge course that includes all six skill areas, providing a thorough assessment of agility, accuracy, and stamina. Points gained in this round have double value, increasing the stakes as players tackle the intricate challenge. The contestant who achieves the highest total score throughout all rounds wins the contest and claims the $1 million award, highlighting their overall superiority. A lineup of celebrity participants features Connor McDavid, Leon Draisaitl, Auston Matthews, and Cale Makar, to name a few. These athletes, representing teams from various parts of North America, contribute a blend of agility, power, and skill to […]
Malachi Thompson views numerous films and examines various players who, like him, are wide receivers. The sophomore receiver at Nitro mentioned he likes to observe college athletes such as Ohio State’s Jeremiah Smith or Alabama’s Ryan Williams. The athletes he observes are DK Metcalf and Justin Jefferson. He doesn’t dedicate much time to watching films on Moss, the ex-DuPont High standout who later aided Marshall in achieving a Division I-AA national title and had an NFL career that concluded with his induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Thompson, however, will possess one similarity with the iconic Mountain State receiver. Thompson was selected by the West Virginia Sports Writers Association as the recipient of the Randy Moss Award. Since 2014, the Moss Award has been awarded each year to the best receiver in the state, and Thompson was selected following a season during which he caught 74 passes for 1,593 yards and 18 touchdowns. The 18 points represented a slight decline in performance for Thompson this season, after he netted 20 during his sophomore year. However, according to Nitro coach Boom McKinney, that was not his fault. “He might have reached 30 if we had allowed it,” McKinney remarked, whose leadership guided the Wildcats to a 10-2 season and a position in the Class AAA quarterfinals. “We rotate players to ensure their satisfaction.” According to McKinney, Thompson was happy to share both the responsibilities and the attention, valuing team achievements more than personal honors. An improved receiving group at Nitro this year, along with double-teams from rival defenses that recognized Thompson from his standout sophomore season, played a role. Thompson mentioned that he studies film of other players and records observations on how athletes – whether receivers or rival defensive backs – perform, then gets ready accordingly. McKinney stated that those traits are what distinguishes Thompson from everyone else. Thompson’s training consists of sessions in the weight room, practices on the field, and analyzing game footage. […]