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LA Dodgers
Dodgers Nation
1 month ago
LA Dodgers

Shohei Ohtani Says He's 'Trending' To Be Ready for Dodgers Opening Day

Shohei Ohtani took batting practice outside for the first time since elbow surgery and hit 10 home runs in 21 swings.
Ohtani believes he is trending towards being ready for Opening Day based on how good his swings felt during practice.
Dodger Blue
9 months ago
LA Dodgers

Dodgers Play Mookie Betts At Shortstop To Hone Focus

The Los Angeles Dodgers entered the 2023 season with the plan of Gavin Lux and Miguel Rojas filling in nearly every game as their shortstops with Mookie Betts starting almost every day in right field.However, that changed when Lux suffered a season-ending torn ACL in his left knee during Spring Training, which forced Rojas into a starting role and made Chris Taylor the primary backup.
Dodgers Digest
9 months ago
LA Dodgers

Dodgers Prospect Notes: Figueroa, Munoz, Lantigua, Vargas, and more are shining at Camelback/Las Palmas, Complex Leagues about to kick off - Dodgers Digest

On Monday, June 5th, the Arizona and Florida Complex Leagues, along with the Dominican Summer League, will all be having their respective opening days, kicking off another season of helium.A year ago today, Josue De Paula was a complete unknown, and now the 18-year-old power-hitting outfielder has cards listed on eBay for nearly $10,000.
Dodgers Digest
1 year ago
LA Dodgers

Rockies @ Dodgers July 6, 2022: White and Co. look for sweep - Dodgers Digest

After two consecutive wins against the Colorado Rockies (35-46), the Dodgers (51-29) will look to sweep Colorado and earn their seventh win in the last eight games.
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Silver Screen and Roll
2 months ago
LA Clippers

Darvin Ham says Lakers emphasized attacking offensive glass vs. Clippers

The Lakers lost to the Clippers without LeBron James but showed effort in rebounding.
Rebounding is crucial for extending possessions and ending defensive possessions.
New York Post
4 months ago
Brooklyn Nets

Nets' Nic Claxton hopes to follow the same trajectory as Miami's Bam Adebayo

Nic Claxton hopes to follow in the footsteps of Bam Adebayo as a dominant force in the NBA.
Claxton's strengths include rebounding, defensive versatility, and a nice touch around the rim.
Claxton's weaknesses revolve around his offensive game, particularly his lack of a mid-range shot.
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Raptors Rapture
9 months ago
Toronto Raptors

Raptors targeting elite shooter, should they fall in NBA Draft

The Toronto Raptors might be talking a big game about using their first-round pick in the 2023 NBA Draft on a player that fits in with the versatility and switching they have traditionally sought out, but the need for shooting is so desperate that the club might forgo that mindset and draft the best offensive player available.
Pats Pulpit
9 months ago
New England Patriots

New England Patriots links 6/07/23 - Breaking down OTAs: Bar-fight, return of 2-TE attack; More!

TEAM TALK

Paul Perillo's OTA Blogservations: Rookies getting involved; Lots of mixing and matching of personnel; More.Mike Dussault spotlights how the tight ends offer intrigue at Patriots OTAs: A decade ago Bill O'Brien and the Patriots offense took the league by storm behind the two-tight-end attack and early action at 2023's OTAs suggest the formula could be back in play this fall.
Rush The Kop
1 year ago
Liverpool FC

Why this Bundesliga prospect can help Liverpool in multiple ways

Liverpool and people, sources related to the club have previously talked about an overall revamp of the midfield in the summer.It's clear that they need it, it gets even clearer after each passing game that there is a huge need to sign midfielders.There was a report in the past that talked about how many midfielders Klopp wants to sign this summer.
Raptors Rapture
1 year ago
Toronto Raptors

Raptors: Celtics gush over O.G. Anunoby after another All-Star-type game

The Toronto Raptors have lost three of their last four games, with their only win coming against arguably the NBA's worst team in the Magic.While the defense has been suspect of late, as evidenced by the beat-up Boston Celtics scoring 116 points during their third game in four nights, O.G. Anunoby remains consistently excellent.
NESN.com
1 year ago
Boston Bruins

Bruins' Don Sweeney Confident Pavel Zacha Can Improve Offensive Game

The Boston Bruins didn't exactly light the world on fire with outside additions this offseason, but they are expecting one player to come in and take a step forward.
Raptors Rapture
1 year ago
Toronto Raptors

Justin Champagnie vs. DJ Wilson: Who will make Raptors' roster?

The Toronto Raptors appear to be on the verge of turning yet another undrafted find into a viable NBA player.
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New York Yankees
Pinstripe Alley
9 months ago
New York Yankees

Jose Trevino's bat has been MIA

Jose Trevino's blistering first half last year was a shot in the arm for the Yankees, and propelled him to his first American League All-Star nod.We all know of his Platinum Glove defensive prowess, but his contributions with the bat upon arriving took the lineup to the next level.Even so, fans knew that his offensive performance was likely unsustainable - the first half of 2022 was his longest stretch as an above-average hitter so far in his career.
Pinstripe Alley
1 year ago
New York Yankees

Yankees Potential Free Agent Target: Jurickson Profar

As far as starts to a major league career go, it doesn't get much more promising than Jurickson Profar's.He was a highly touted No. 1 overall prospect, who also happened to go deep in his first big league at-bat back in 2012.Since then, Profar hasn't really lived up to the hype that typically accompanies the best prospect in baseball, going through a plethora of injuries and also just simply poor play.
Pinstripe Alley
1 year ago
New York Yankees

Revisiting the Yankees' preseason reasons to be optimistic

The doldrums of last offseason's work stoppage were a tough time for thinking of topics to write about.
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Raptors Republic
9 months ago
Toronto Raptors

2023 NBA Draft Prospect - Cason Wallace - G, Kentucky

Welcome to part two of this year's draft coverage.Introductions to this year's draft can be found here and here.If you missed the previous piece on Kobe Bufkin, be sure to check that out as well.Today we're going to discuss yet another one of my personal favourite prospects in the class: the SEC All-Freshman, Cason Wallace.
Raptors Rapture
9 months ago
Toronto Raptors

Could D'Angelo Russell fit in at PG with the Toronto Raptors?

With the NBA playoffs getting closer to its end and the offseason moving closer, trade ideas are beginning to heat up around the league.Toronto Raptors fans are looking to find ways to strengthen their rosters and maximize expiring assets.One of those ideas is swapping out the expensive Fred VanVleet and replacing him with D'Angelo Russell.
Raptors Rapture
1 year ago
Toronto Raptors

Raptors news: Jakob Poeltl contract projections, former Raptor goes nuts in G League

The Toronto Raptors raised some eyebrows when they traded a first-round pick to acquire Jakob Poeltl, but the early returns have been very promising.Poeltl has been a defensive standout that is coming off his best offensive game as a pro.Poeltl recorded 30 points on 15-17 shooting in a victory against the Orlando Magic, pulling down nine rebounds and blocking six shots while he was at it.
Raptors Rapture
1 year ago
Toronto Raptors

Raptors: OG Anunoby injury comes at worst possible time

The Toronto Raptors are fighting as hard as they can to make sure that they can stay alive in the Eastern Conference.Despite going into their matchup against the Golden State Warriors relatively healthy, the latest OG Anunoby injury update sandblasted all of their positive vibes away.Anunoby was fouled hard while going up for a shot in the second quarter, landing awkwardly on his arm and writing around on the ground in pain.
Raptors Rapture
1 year ago
Toronto Raptors

Raptors: Pass or Pursue 3 Spurs targets that may be available

The Toronto Raptors are going to change the shape of their roster in the coming days, as Masai Ujiri may try to move off some of his more expensive players while still maintaining a strong enough foundation to get back in the postseason picture relatively quickly.The San Antonio Spurs are once again trying to sell off assets, as they are leaning fully into their pursuit of Victor Wembanyama and Scoot Henderson.
Raptors Rapture
1 year ago
Toronto Raptors

Pass or Pursue on 3 centers the Toronto Raptors could trade for

The Toronto Raptors traded Jakob Poeltl to the San Antonio Spurs in the 2018 deal for Kawhi Leonard and sent Jonas Valanciunas to the Memphis Grizzlies for Marc Gasol a few months later in a move that helped propel them to the NBA Finals and bring a championship north of the border.Since then, the Raptors have struggled to find an answer at center.
www.amny.com
10 months ago
New York Knicks

Knicks fans vandalize Julius Randle posters after Game 6 loss | amNewYork

By Eric Samulski Posted on May 14, 2023 New York Knicks forward Julius Randle (30) celebrates after scoring during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Miami Heat, Friday, March 3, 2023, in Miami.(AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee) Sign up for our amNY Sports email newsletter to get insights and game coverage for your favorite teams Despite the New York Knicks exceeding all expectations for the 2022-23 season and winning 53 total games en route to the Eastern Conference Semifinals, it seems that a certain segment of fans was unhappy with the result in Miami on Friday.
amNewYork
1 year ago
New York Knicks

Knicks' playoff hopes could benefit as RJ Barrett begins to turn a corner | amNewYork

It's been a tough year for RJ Barrett as the Knicks' former 3rd overall pick has struggled to adapt to life as the team's third option and has seemed to take major steps back on the defensive end.It's led to criticism from fans and some questions about whether or not the Knicks could trade him even before his contract extension kicks in.
amNewYork
1 year ago
New York Knicks

Grading the Knicks at the All-Star Break: The bench | amNewYork

The NBA season has headed into the All-Star break and the New York Knicks look to be peaking.They've won their last three and six out of their last eight, including wins over the 76ers, Heat, Hawks, and Nets.While Knicks fans are certainly excited for the team to get back on the court at the end of next week, we thought we'd take the intervening time and go through the roster to give each player a letter grade for their performance with a small explanation to support it.
Posting and Toasting
1 year ago
New York Knicks

The Knicks and Cam Reddish are reportedly working to find a trade

Cam Reddish.Words can't fully describe, his career and more specifically his time in New York.In just 3.5 years, Reddish has gone from a very hyped, lottery pick going to an up-and-coming Hawks team, to trying to reinvent himself in a new role in New York.And now, he's apparently looking for his third team in his short NBA career.
Posting and Toasting
1 year ago
New York Knicks

Knicks 140, Pistons 110: Scenes from Julius Randle and Quentin Grimes on the warpath

The New York Knicks stomped a mudhole in the Detroit Pistons collective asses Tuesday night en route to an easy 140-110 victory.The game was actually annoyingly close for a while in the first half despite New York scoring 40 points in the opening frame.The woeful, undermanned Pistons kept pace with them for a while, however, thanks to some truly lackluster defense.
Posting and Toasting
1 year ago
New York Knicks

Game Preview: Knicks at Jazz- 11/15/22

Damn, that was fast.I predicted a better season for our Knicks than last year.And to an effect, our record isn't that bad.But the record doesn't reveal just how horrible we have been on defense and how iso-heavy our offense continues to be.I thought Jalen Brunson would alleviate much of the issues this team has had, fielded with mostly non-self-starters on offense.
NESN.com
11 months ago
Boston Bruins

How Bruins Star David Pastrnak Feels About Jim Montgomery's Line Changes

Boston Bruins head coach Jim Montgomery hasn't been hesitant at all during the Stanley Cup playoffs of switching up his his team's lines.Montgomery really shuffled them around to start Game 5 on Wednesday night, having Brad Marchand skating alongside Charlie Coyle and Nick Foligno on the second line and having Patrice Bergeron centering Tyler Bertuzzi and David Pastrnak on the top line.
Stanley Cup of Chowder
1 year ago
Boston Bruins

Recap: Bruins edged out, 2-1, by Capitals

It wasn't the return from break that the Boston Bruins were looking for today, as they fell, 2-1, to the Washington Capitals at the TD Garden.The Bruins' game progressed as the game went on, with a great second period, but the team's play was riddled with overpassing and slow decision making.Here are the highlights:
The Capitals opened the scoring at 6:28 of the first period on the power play.
Stanley Cup of Chowder
1 year ago
Boston Bruins

Recap: Bruins fall to Oilers, 3-2, as Edmonton comes back in third

The Boston Bruins fell to the Edmonton Oilers, 3-2, at the TD Garden tonight, as the Oilers scored three consecutive goals to come back and win the game.The loss snapped a 10-game winning streak for the Bruins.Here are the highlights:
The Bruins opened the scoring at 3:51 of the first period.David Pastrnak tapped the puck at center ice to forward a pass to Brad Marchand.
Stanley Cup of Chowder
1 year ago
Boston Bruins

Recap: Bruins set record with 7-1 win over Sabres

A wild third period of five goals led the Boston Bruins to a 7-1 win over the Buffalo Sabres at the TD Garden tonight.The win boosted the Bruins to 101 points this season, setting a new NHL record to become the fastest team to make it to 100 points - accomplishing it in only 61 games.On a day filled with big Bruins news, tonight's game didn't disappoint.
NESN.com
1 year ago
Boston Bruins

Bruins Wrap: Boston Runs Away From Panthers In High-Scoring Tilt

Florida scored three-consecutive goals to make it a one-goal game midway through the second.Same Reinhart, Eric Staal and Carter Verhaeghe all got on the board, taking advantage of lazy forward defense from the Bruins.Then Boston bucked up defensively, at all levels, in the third period.The skaters had a little more juice in their legs in than they did in the second, and Linus Ullmark stood on his head at different points to keep the Bruins ahead.
NESN.com
1 year ago
Boston Bruins

Jim Montgomery Pinpoints Turning Point For Bruins Vs. Hurricanes

BOSTON - For a while on Friday afternoon, it felt as if the Bruins were going to suffer their first losing streak of the 2022-23 season.Boston was down 2-0 until late in the second period when David Krejci made it a one-goal game against the Carolina Hurricanes.The Bruins, as they have done all season, never gave up the fight and eventually it was Krejci who tied it at 2-2.
Puck Prose
11 months ago
National Hockey League

New Jersey Devils vs New York Rangers: Keys, Lineups, and More

The New York Rangers won games 1 and 2 in New Jersey.The New Jersey Devils won games 3 and 4 in New York.Now the series is a best of three, with teams switching arenas for the final three games.Every game has been different as the teams seem to find something to feed off of on the road.The Rangers were outplaying the Devils in New Jersey, outscoring them by a combined 10-2.
Puck Prose
1 year ago
National Hockey League

The Anaheim Ducks Have the Best Defensive Prospect Pool in the NHL

When it comes to strong prospect pools, the Anaheim Ducks are not talked about enough.Their future looks strong when you mention guys like Mason McTavish, Jamie Drysdale and Urho Vaakanainen who have broken into the league and become mainstays in the Ducks lineup.Looking even further ahead though, the Ducks have a few pieces on their back end that they've picked up over the last few drafts that could make them one of the strongest defensive teams in the NHL.
Puck Prose
1 year ago
National Hockey League

Kings: Predicting next year's surprising turnaround team

Could the Los Angeles Kings be the Cinderella story of this season?
www.mercurynews.com
11 months ago
Golden State Warriors

Kurtenbach: Draymond Green was a problem for the Warriors, so he became a solution

Draymond Green is a basketball genius, and after watching Game 3 of the Warriors' first-round series with the Sacramento Kings at home, he came to a significant conclusion: He had been the problem when the Warriors lost the series' first two games.The Warriors' offense looked better when Green watched the game on TV.
All U Can Heat
11 months ago
Miami Heat

Duncan Robinson a 'Miami Heat plus' among the all the negative of Knicks L

The Miami Heat have major things to clean up as they look to head into the playoffs on a strong note.Looking as though they won't be able to avoid the NBA's Play-In round of the playoffs, the Miami Heat need to find a way to simultaneously get the most out of the offense and defense as the season officially comes to a close.
All U Can Heat
1 year ago
Miami Heat

Miami Heat: The ultimate peak player comparison for Gabe Vincent

The Miami Heat are renowned for finding talent.One of their current examples is Gabe Vincent.
Silver Screen and Roll
1 year ago
LA Lakers

Alex Caruso and Austin Reaves are tired of being compared to each other

When Lakers faithful lost Alex Caruso to free agency - and front office incompetence - it left a hole in their fandom.Caruso had blossomed from an unknown to a player who was the x-factor in an NBA Finals decisive game.It hurt to not just lose one of your own, but someone who was an integral part of a title-winning team and one that often felt underrated nationally.
Puck Prose
1 year ago
National Hockey League

Detroit Red Wings Prospect Edvinsson Makes Anticipated NHL Debut

Detroit Red Wings defensive prospect Simon Edvinsson made his NHL debut on Saturday in a 5-1 loss against the Colorado Avalanche.While the team had nothing to show for their efforts, Edvinsson showed tremendous promise and hope for the future.Detroit Red Wings Edvinsson has a solid NHL debut
Edvinsson played 15:34 and had one shot.
Raptors Rapture
1 year ago
Toronto Raptors

Does Dalano Banton have a future with Raptors after latest rotation moves?

The Toronto Raptors came into the 2022-23 season expecting big things out of second-round selection Dalano Banton.The lanky point guard and Rexdale native showed some true defensive promise during his rookie season, and the Raptors were hoping that his offensive game would follow suit.Outside of one improbable night against the Pistons, Banton hasn't been able to assert himself in the team's rotation.
Pinstripe Alley
1 year ago
New York Yankees

Yankees 2022 Roster Report Cards: Kyle Higashioka

Although the season ended in disappointment, many Yankees made positive strides in their development.You wouldn't normally expect a 32-year-old backup catcher to be in that group, but Kyle Higashioka took a big step forward to establish himself as one of the most dependable second-string backstops in baseball.
Raptors HQ
1 year ago
Toronto Raptors

Player Preview: What's next for Justin Champagnie after earning a roster spot?

I wrote Justin Champagnie's player preview here at RaptorsHQ last year, and back then, after pouring over his college tapes and watching his summer league and preseason games, I concluded that Champagnie might have a lot of holes in his game, but he's one key skillset away from fighting for a rotation spot.
Raptors Rapture
1 year ago
Toronto Raptors

3 important Raptors to watch as Training Camp officially kicks off

The Toronto Raptors officially got their training camp grind kicked off nearly this week.
Japers' Rink
1 year ago
Washington Capitals

The Capitals' Top 25 Under 25: 2022-23, Part II

We've gone over the first 15 of our top 25 kids in the Caps' organization - now we crack into the top 10, starting with 10-6.
Hot Hot Hoops
1 year ago
Miami Heat

Heat pour on best offensive performance of season, beat Grizzlies 138-119

The Miami Heat poured on their best offensive game of the season Wednesday evening against the Memphis Grizzlies, scoring a season-high 138 points in its 138-119 victory over Memphis inside Miami-Dade Arena.The Heat had seven double figure scorers, including three 20-point scorers, shooting 59.8 percent from the floor and 44.8 percent from 3-point range (13-28).
All U Can Heat
1 year ago
Miami Heat

Bam Adebayo's offensive prowess continues to blossom for Miami Heat

The Miami Heat got a much-needed victory over the Los Angeles Clippers on Thursday night and it was largely a group effort.With pretty good contributions from all of their starters, even getting  something  from their bench of merit, the Miami Heat were able to ride that to a tough victory over a Clippers squad that's just searching for something as well.
Hot Hot Hoops
1 year ago
Miami Heat

Is there a place for Duncan Robinson on this team?

The Miami Heat's 120-116 win over the Boston Celtics undoubtedly stands as their biggest win of the season.Coming in Boston and complete with clutch shots from Jimmy Butler, it's the type of win that eases the anxiety of the Heat fanbase.Erik Spoelstra went 10 deep last night.Haywood Highsmith closed with Miami's "core four" of Butler, Bam Adebayo, Kyle Lowry and Tyler Herro.
Bullets Forever
1 year ago
Washington Wizards

Wizards defense fails catastrophically in loss to Celtics

No defense was used in the making of last night's game.Just when you may have thought it was okay to think the Wizards defense might not be wretched, they handed in a turd of a performance and got blasted by the Celtics.To answer my own question: Is the Wizards defense reason for hope?Nah.Don't be deceived by the final margin.
Hot Hot Hoops
1 year ago
Miami Heat

Game Preview: Miami Heat travel to Atlanta for a round 1 rematch of Eastern Conference Playoffs

The 9-11 Miami Heat are set to face the 11-8 and 5th seeded Atlanta Hawks this afternoon.A rematch of last seasons first round series, the division rival Hawks have looked good to start the year.With the huge addition of guard Dejounte Murray, this Atlanta team is still figuring things out.However, they are an above average team and this is not going to be an easy win.
All U Can Heat
1 year ago
Miami Heat

Some list Miami Heat among favorites to sign Carmelo Anthony

As the Miami Heat get set to embark upon training camp, they aren't a complete team.
Raptors Rapture
1 year ago
Toronto Raptors

3 Raptors who must step up after polarizing Jakob Poeltl trade

Masai Ujiri and the Toronto Raptors could have blown things up at the trade deadline, trading away names like Fred VanVleet, OG Anunoby, and Gary Trent Jr. for bench players and draft picks.Instead, Toronto emerged as buyers, trading for Spurs big man Jakob Poeltl.Ujiri seems to be committed to head coach Nick Nurse and the style of basketball he is trying to play, which is a bit of a risk given all of the struggles the Raptors have endured in their lackluster 26-31 season.
Raptors HQ
1 year ago
Toronto Raptors

Raps visit Pistons, aiming for 4th straight win: Preview, start time, and more

Is this the real life?Or is this just fantasy?It really feels like it's too early to tell if the (ahem) Jakob Poeltl-led Toronto Raptors have turned the 2022-23 season around, but through four games - and in particular the last three, that Poeltl started - the Raptors have looked pretty dang good, and instilled a refreshing sense of hope to the fanbase.
Raptors Republic
1 year ago
Toronto Raptors

Barnes fourth quarter takeover gives Raps crucial win against Bulls

It wasn't pretty at times, but this was a big win for Toronto, taking the season series and tiebreaker against Chicago.The Bulls and Raptors went back and forth in a defensive and offensive struggle for most of this game.Chicago shot 52 percent from the field compared to 40 from Toronto but the Raptors kept things afloat by winning the rebounding battle by 12 (19 offensive boards), plus eight in the turnover margin (20 to 12) and getting 23 more shot attempts as a result.
Raptors Rapture
1 year ago
Toronto Raptors

Raptors fans react to OG Anunoby's All-Star-level night in win vs. Magic

OG Anunoby and the Toronto Raptors have spent the last few days getting pulverized by the New Orleans Pelicans and Brooklyn Nets, with a poor first quarter in both games dooming them to failure.Scottie Barnes, Fred VanVleet, and the rest of the starting lineup needed to get back on track against the Orlando Magic.
Raptors Rapture
1 year ago
Toronto Raptors

Where does Christian Koloko fit in the Toronto Raptors rotation?

Five games into the season, the Toronto Raptors have seen some truly inspiring play from early second-round rookie Christian Koloko.The 7-1, 230-pound Arizona big man has brought energy, intensity, and highlight blocks to a Raptors defense that has struggled at times to cover cutting lanes and limit paint points.
Raptors Rapture
1 year ago
Toronto Raptors

3 hot takeaways after Raptors split two-game series with 76ers

Pascal Siakam and the Toronto Raptors were handed a challenging start to this season, as they played nearly a dozen straight games against teams that either made the playoffs or were in the play-in.After two impressive wins against the Miami Heat and the Philadelphia 76ers, the Raptors hit a major speed bump.
Pension Plan Puppets
1 year ago
Toronto Maple Leafs

Did the Maple Leafs get a hidden gem in Josh Pillar?

Josh Pillar will be a minor name in the big O'Reilly trade that the Leafs just made.He is not a high profile prospect, he was not taken in the first round, and I am just going to guess that most Leafs fans don't follow other teams' prospects in depth.So, I wanted to look into him and find out if Pillar was a hidden gem that Dubas sought in the deal, or if he was a throw in for convenience of either the Wild or the Leafs.
Dodgers Nation
1 year ago
LA Dodgers

Dodgers: Will Smith Exemplifies LA's Player Development Success

In 2016, the Dodgers drafted catcher Will Smith out of Louisville based on a solid offensive season his junior year, taking him higher than anyone expected with the 32nd overall pick.At the time, he wasn't seen as a top hitting prospect.MLB Pipeline described Smith as "one of the better all-around backstops available.
Posting and Toasting
1 year ago
New York Knicks

Cam Reddish has reportedly requested a trade...or maybe he hasn't

Apparently, Knicks forward Cam Reddish grew tired of being trade fodder for Leon Rose and, according to a source, has requested a trade off the New York Knicks.
All U Can Heat
1 year ago
Miami Heat

Miami Heat: Bam Adebayo due for larger offensive role

While hope slowly fades away for the Miami Heat to add a third star to their roster this offseason, they do still have two legitimate stars on their team who are key contributors all around.
All U Can Heat
1 year ago
Miami Heat

Miami Heat: Ceiling and floor for Dewayne Dedmon's role in 2022-23 season

The Miami Heat haven't added any new talent to the roster, but they have managed to keep around a few of their important pieces from the last season or so.
All U Can Heat
1 year ago
Miami Heat

Miami Heat: With trade talks fizzling, what to make of the PF situation?

The Miami Heat offseason is still in full swing.Unfortunately, it just hasn't felt that way lately.
FanSided
1 year ago
National Football League

Eric Bieniemy had an all-time Chiefs flex while signing Commanders contract

The Washington Commanders named former Chiefs offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy to the same position, and he flexed big time while signing the contract.Eric Bieniemy and the Kansas City Chiefs just won their second Super Bowl together less than a week ago, but the former KC OC has made a major career move since then.
Pension Plan Puppets
1 year ago
Toronto Maple Leafs

Sunday FTB: Dubas checking out Matt Knies

Last night, Kyle Dubas was attending the Minnesota-Ohio game, which was the last game for Matthew Knies' regular season.After this is the Conference Championship tournaments, then the NCAA Championship tournament.And boy, he would have liked what he saw.Knies had a very... eventful game.It didn't start great, with two penalties totaling 7 PIMs, including a 5 minute major that happened about 2 seconds after his teammate committed a separate 5 minute major.
Maple Leafs Hotstove
1 year ago
Toronto Maple Leafs

Nick Abruzzese scores dramatic late winner, Toronto Marlies stage third-period comeback to defeat Rochester

The Toronto Marlies' defensive issues should have resulted in their first defeat of 2023 against Rochester on Saturday.To their credit, they refused to lie down despite trailing on four different occasions for a combined 27 minutes.The Marlies capitalized on late mistakes by Rochester to outlast them in the dying seconds of the game.
Editor In Leaf
1 year ago
Toronto Maple Leafs

Toronto Maple Leafs: Jake Muzzin Injured, Filip Kral Called Up

Toronto Maple Leafs defenseman Jake Muzzin suffered a neck injury the other night against Arizona, and has unfortunately been placed on injured reserve.
NESN.com
1 year ago
Boston Red Sox

Red Sox's Chris Sale Blown Away By This Masataka Yoshida Skill

The Red Sox might have brought in an offensive game-changer over the Major League Baseball offseason.Boston's most expensive transaction this winter was a five-year contract worth a reported $105.4 million for Masataka Yoshida, a Japanese outfielder whose stock soared in Nippon Professional Baseball.
South Side Sox
1 year ago
Chicago White Sox

Today in White Sox History: January 27

1953
Sometimes, GM Frank Lane made one too many trades, and this time it came over the objection of manager Paul Richards.This was one of those deals that seemed to be too good to be true, and turned out to be the case, as the White Sox acquired two-time American League batting champ Ferris "Burrhead" Fain from the Philadelphia A's as part of a five-player deal.
South Side Sox
1 year ago
Chicago White Sox

South Side Sox Top Prospect No. 95: Javier Mora

Javier MoraSecond Baseman5´11´´170 poundsAge: 202022 High Level Arizona (Rookie)Age relative to high level -0.7 yearsSSS rank among all second basemen in the system 6Overall 2022 stats 19 games ⚾️ 2 HR ⚾️ 12 RBI ⚾️ .297/.358/.473⚾️ 6 BB ⚾️ 23 K
Not much was known about Venezuela native Javier Mora when he signed a minor league contract with the White Sox on Jan. 24, 2020.
Southside Showdown
1 year ago
Chicago White Sox

3 Chicago White Sox to hesitate on trading this offseason

2. Yoan Moncada
The Chicago White Sox should probably give Yoan Moncada one more chance.Yoan Moncada is in a similar situation as Lucas Giolito.However, Lucas doesn't make the money that Moncada does which also might make him hard to trade anyway.Even if a team was willing to take a flier on him and his contract, he isn't worth trading right now.
Republik Of Mancunia: A Manchester United Blog
1 year ago
Manchester United

Ten Hag: Shaw has done a fantastic job as centre-back

With Raphael Varane returning late from the World Cup after reaching the final, and Harry Maguire and Victor Lindelof being unwell, Luke Shaw has been a surprise success in the centre of Manchester United's defence in recent weeks.The left-back has been selected as one of the three possible candidates for United's player of the month after a string of composed displays in a new position.
www.standard.co.uk
1 year ago
Manchester United

Erik ten Hag issues positive Lisandro Martinez update as Manchester United boss optimistic' for duo

Several players who featured in the World Cup final have already returned to Premier League action and Argentine defender Martinez is back in training ahead of Tuesday's game.We have to see, Ten Hag said, with McTominay previously suffering from illness.Both were training yesterday and today, so I am quite optimistic about [them] returning to the squad, both of them.
Hardwood Houdini
1 year ago
Boston Celtics

Not only the Celtics in cruise control: Barlow leading the Maine Celtics to a hot start

While Joe Mazzulla and the Boston Celtics continue to dazzle on the NBA level, the Celtics from up north are making some noise of their own.Led by new head coach Alex Barlow, the Maine Celtics are the only undefeated team left in the G-League.Behind the talent of the 22-year-old Croatian big man, Luka Samanic, and the offseason acquisitions of Mfiondu Kabengele, and rookie JD Davison, Maine has averaged a league-high 29.5 assists per game.
Yahoo
1 year ago
San Jose Sharks

Sturm grateful for his time with Wild, and 'new chapter' in San Jose

Nico Sturm was an undrafted free agent before he broke into the NHL with the Wild.Three years later, he's playing against the Wild as a Stanley Cup champion on the longest contract of his career."A new chapter for me," the forward said.After signing with the Sharks in the offseason, Sturm was back at Xcel Energy Center on Sunday to help the Sharks rally to a 3-2 shootout victory with a significant addition to his résumé, having won the Stanley Cup with Colorado in June following a trade from the Wild.
The Mercury News
1 year ago
San Jose Sharks

Sharks' trade acquisition Lorentz won't match Burns' play (or beard) but plans to bring intensity

When you're the player traded for a franchise icon, there's undoubtedly a little extra pressure to try and emulate the guy.
East Bay Times
1 year ago
San Jose Sharks

Sharks' trade acquisition Lorentz won't match Burns' play (or beard) but plans to bring intensity

When you're the player traded for a franchise icon, there's undoubtedly a little extra pressure to try and emulate the guy.
East Bay Times
1 year ago
San Jose Sharks

Sharks' trade acquisition Lorentz won't match Burns' play (or beard) but plans to bring intensity

When you're the player traded for a franchise icon, there's undoubtedly a little extra pressure to try and emulate the guy.
Fear The Fin
1 year ago
San Jose Sharks

SB Nation NHL Mock Draft 2022: Picks 20-25

Six more picks are on the board, as we close in on the end of the first round in the 2022 Mock Draft.
amNewYork
1 year ago
New York Rangers

Rangers can't send Julien Gauthier back down to minors after strong showing | amNewYork

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Where in the world did that come from?! The New York Rangers scored six times in the final period against an improved Detroit Red Wings squad to win 8-2 Thursday night.It was the type of win that a good team has after a struggling couple of weeks.
amNewYork
1 year ago
New York Rangers

The curious case of Tyler Motte: should the Rangers bring back 4th line center? | amNewYork

From a pure statistical analysis, Tyler Motte did not move the needle all that much when he was traded to the New York Rangers in March for a fourth round pick.
Stanley Cup of Chowder
1 year ago
Boston Bruins

Recap: Bruins defeat Flames, 3-1, in McAvoy's return

The Boston Bruins topped the Calgary Flames, 3-1, as Charlie McAvoy scored the game-winner in his return tonight.The Bruins remain undefeated at home, improving to 8-0-0 at the TD Garden.Linus Ullmark made 31 saves in the win.Here are the highlights!The Flames opened the scoring at 4:43 of the first period.
Bullets Forever
1 year ago
Washington Wizards

Recap: Pacers beat Wizards, 127-117

After taking care of business against the Indiana Pacers to start off the season, the Washington Wizards couldn't duplicate their success on Friday night as they fell, 127-117.Washington took a 13-8 lead during the opening minutes, but it didn't last for very long.Fueled by the three-ball, Indiana went off on a 22-2 run that pushed their lead to 15.
Bullets Forever
1 year ago
Washington Wizards

Wizards end preseason with loss to the Knicks

In their fourth and final game of the 2022 preseason, the Wizards got their tails kicked by the New York Knicks.Washington wraps the exhibition games with a 1-3 record, which matters not at all.
RMNB
1 year ago
Washington Capitals

You cannot win hockey games if you don't put the puck in the goal: Stars beat Capitals 2-0

The Washington Capitals continued their four-game road trip into Dallas on Thursday to take on the Stars.A late start for us out east but could the Caps make it worth staying up a bit longer than normal?Jason Robertson tipped home a Nils Lundkvist blast to give the Stars a 1-0 lead through twenty minutes.
Japers' Rink
1 year ago
Washington Capitals

Offseason Opinions: Next Man Up

Rob: I guess McMichael was full time last year, on the roster if not the ice, so he probably doesn't count but everyone is looking for him to break through.
Raptors Rapture
1 year ago
Toronto Raptors

3 Toronto Raptors who need to elevate their play this season

The Toronto Raptors had a good year in 2022, but need certain players to continue to elevate their game if that quality of play is to be maintained.
McCovey Chronicles
1 year ago
San Francisco Giants

Minor League round up, September 20

Only two of the San Francisco Giants Minor League Baseball affiliates are still playing, but they were both in action on Tuesday.Let's jump in.
AAA Sacramento (62-79)
McCovey Chronicles
1 year ago
San Francisco Giants

Minor League round up, July 13

All of the San Francisco Giants affiliates except for the ACL Orange team were in action on Wednesday.Let's break it down.
AAA Sacramento (38-48)
Battery Power
1 year ago
Atlanta Braves

Justyn-Henry Malloy promoted to Triple-A Gwinnett

With the promotions of Michael Harris and Vaughn Grissom (and their subsequent success), there has been a definite void in the Braves' minor league system when it comes to position player prospects especially when you are looking at above rookie and low-A ball.
Raptors Rapture
1 year ago
Toronto Raptors

3 Draft Day Scottie Barnes takes that were laughably wrong

The Toronto Raptors went against the grain in the 2021 NBA Draft, as they selected Florida State forward Scottie Barnes when everyone expected them to take Gonzaga point guard Jalen Suggs.
Raptors Rapture
1 year ago
Toronto Raptors

Ranking the best fits for Raptors backup point guard role

The Toronto Raptors find themselves in a bit of a difficult situation thanks to their lack of offseason backcourt additions.
Raptors Rapture
1 year ago
Toronto Raptors

Toronto Raptors 2022-23 season preview: PG Jeff Dowtin

The Toronto Raptors still needed to fill one of their two-way contract spots by the time Summer League rolled around.
Raptors Rapture
1 year ago
Toronto Raptors

Toronto Raptors 2022-23 season preview: SF Ron Harper Jr.

The Toronto Raptors were rightfully heralded for being able to snag a first-round talent in Christian Koloko with the No. 33 overall pick, but their excellence in the 2022 NBA Draft didn't stop there.
Pippen Ain't Easy
1 year ago
Chicago Bulls

Chicago Bulls: Can Andre Drummond become the GOAT rebounder?

After being one of the worst rebounding teams in the league last season, the Chicago Bulls clearly intended to address this hole by signing Andre Drummond as their biggest offseason acquisition.
Boston.com
1 year ago
Boston

Newton's Veronica Burton helps Dallas Wings cement first-ever playoff victory

Her poise was on display all game, and she hit a dagger 3-pointer late.
Raptors Rapture
1 year ago
Toronto Raptors

Raptors sign Juancho Hernangomez in surprising late move

The Toronto Raptors appeared to have finished up most of their roster building after a productive Summer League stint, but Masai Ujiri had one more surprise up his sleeve.
Raptors Rapture
1 year ago
Toronto Raptors

Why Raptors' Eric Khoury could be next rising star coach

The Toronto Raptors may not have lost any professional assistants to vacant assistant coach roles, but they did suffer a noteworthy loss from their G League staff.
Raptors Rapture
1 year ago
Toronto Raptors

Stock Up/Down as Dalano Banton, Raptors get crushed by Bulls

The Toronto Raptors left their Summer League debut against the rival 76ers feeling good, as Dalano Banton helped pulverize Philadelphia on the back of a dominant second half.
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