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Boston Celtics
Hardwood Houdini
9 months ago
Boston Celtics

Predicting where each Boston Celtics' free agent will play in 2023-24

After coming up just short of making their second consecutive trip to the NBA Finals last season, the Boston Celtics will enter a crucial offseason full of major decisions.Along the way, the front office will have to decide what to do with their impending free agents, which they have three on standard deals and two on two-way deals.
Hardwood Houdini
9 months ago
Boston Celtics

Who should the Boston Celtics be targeting in the NBA draft?

The NBA Draft is one week away, and the hype around the draft is growing.Although the Boston Celtics have no shot at Victor Wembanyama or Scoot Henderson, they can draft a potential impact player with the 35th pick.This begs the question: what should the Cs be targeting in the draft?The Celtics have two real needs that I would like them to address with their only pick.
Boston.com
9 months ago
Boston Celtics

Celtics take an 18-year-old in ESPN's most recent mock draft

Celtics Forward Gregory Jackson II led South Carolina in scoring as a freshman.In ESPN's most recent mock draft posted Wednesday, the Celtics were predicted to take the youngest player in this year's NBA Draft.ESPN's Jonathan Givony and Jason Woo have Boston taking South Carolina's Gregory Jackson II at No. 35 next Thursday.
Hardwood Houdini
9 months ago
Boston Celtics

Proposal sees Boston Celtics acquire pair of top-4 draft picks for Jaylen Brown

The Boston Celtics' Eastern Conference Finals elimination opened the floodgates for Jaylen Brown trade proposals - which makes sense considering previous comments made about "toxic" fans in the city of Boston and the looming potential $295 million supermax now on the table after his All-NBA Second Team 2022-23 season.
Hardwood Houdini
10 months ago
Boston Celtics

Proposal reunites former Boston Celtics teammates who didn't see eye-to-eye

Former Boston Celtics teammates Jaylen Brown and Kyrie Irving - who famously didn't see eye-to-eye when the latter was a Celtic for two seasons, leading to the former being benched during the 2018-19 season - would be reunited as teammates on the Mavericks alongside All-NBA guard Luka Doncic if the trade Dallas Basketball's Dalton Trigg concocted ever came to fruition.
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National Football League
FanSided
9 months ago
National Football League

Chicago Bears legend blasts Chase Claypool over needing 'motivation'

A report on the Chicago Bears regarding wide receiver Chase Claypool and his "motivation" issues is sweeping the NFL, and a former Bears legend is not happy about it.According to reports from the Waddle and Silvy show in Chicago, Chicago Bears wide receiver Chase Claypool is drawing negative reviews.
FanSided
9 months ago
National Football League

Falcons already showing why they took such a risky draft pick

The Atlanta Falcons were one of the NFL's busiest teams this offseason.The club's best move may have taken place in late April in Kansas City.Arthur Smith is embarking on his third season at the helm of the Atlanta Falcons.The team has been consistent the past two years, meaning it has finished 7-10 in both 2021 and 2022.
FanSided
10 months ago
National Football League

3 Vikings candidates to be cut going into the summer

The Minnesota Vikings are looking to take over the NFC North with Packers' Aaron Rodgers out of the picture.They still have quite a few key roster decisions to make this offseason, and the question looming over everyone's head is whether Kirk Cousins will be extended.For the short term, however, the Vikings will be retaining Cousins for at least the 2023 season and seek to elevate the pieces around him for a playoff-contending campaign.
FanSided
10 months ago
National Football League

NFL rumors: Packers settled massively from initial Aaron Rodgers trade demands

The Green Bay Packers reportedly took less than they expected from the New York Jets in exchange for quarterback Aaron Rodgers.It's tough to blame Green Bay general manager Brian Gutekunst, as he was in between a rock and a hard place while trying to trade away a franchise-altering talent.Even at over 40 years of age, Aaron Rodgers has the potential to take the New York Jets to the playoffs and more.
FanSided
10 months ago
National Football League

NFL rumors: Hendon Hooker almost ended up with a different team

Lions quarterback Hendon Hooker was being eyed by another NFL team during the third round of the draft.The Detroit Lions got their quarterback of the future in Hendon Hooker, yet they weren't the only team interested in the Tennessee Volunteer product.The Lions took Hooker 68th overall in the third round, well before his second suitor had a chance to nab him.
FanSided
10 months ago
National Football League

3 mistakes Cowboys made in the 2023 NFL Draft

The Cowboys filled some needs in the 2023 NFL Draft, but these three organizational mistakes will haunt Dallas for years to come.It's easy to understand what the Cowboys' front office tried to accomplish in the 2023 NFL Draft.They methodically filled needs with almost every selection at their disposal.
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Pinstripe Alley
9 months ago
New York Yankees

Today on Pinstripe Alley - 6/15/23

The Yankees stole a game that they probably should've lost on Tuesday, and then they gave away a game that the Mets were trying to hand them on Wednesday.That's life in baseball sometimes, but it sucks to see a so-so result when a better one was out there.Also, even in his lowest form in years Justin Verlander was a thorn in the Yankees' side, so that was fun.
Washington Wizards
Bullets Forever
9 months ago
Washington Wizards

Report: Wizards working with Bradley Beal on trade

As reported today by ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski, the Wizards are going to engage in talks with star guard Bradley Beal to find a trade destination.Full ESPN story on the Wizards, Bradley Beal and his agent Mark Bartelstein working together on trade inquiries: https://t.co/2bgf1CMc9h-Adrian Wojnarowski (@wojespn)
June 14, 2023
Beal holds a no trade clause in his contract, meaning he can veto any trade the Wizards make.
Bullets Forever
10 months ago
Washington Wizards

How are you feeling after the draft lottery, Wizards fans?

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NBA.Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Washington Wizards fans and fans across the country.Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys.The SB Nation Reacts team would like to apologize for not creating a quicker survey after the Wizards received the No. 8 pick in this year's draft.
Bullets Forever
10 months ago
Washington Wizards

Forwards likely to go in the second round of the 2023 NBA Draft

On this week's Bleav in Wizards podcast, I was joined by Ersin Demir of NBA Draft Junkies to break down the "fours" in this year's draft.In part one, we listed the centers who are most likely to get drafted in the first round.This list contains the players who are likely to go anywhere from late first to undrafted.
Bullets Forever
10 months ago
Washington Wizards

Recap: Mystics lose to Lynx in preseason game, 72-69

The Washington Mystics fall in first preseason game to the Minnesota Lynx, 72-69.For the Mystics, Tianna Hawkins led the way with 14 points off the bench and three rebounds and three assists.The number two overall pick from this year's draft, Diamond Miller, had a game high 19 points for Minnesota in the win along with five rebounds.
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Pinstripe Alley
9 months ago
New York Yankees

The Yankees have a keeper in Drew Thorpe

The Yankees have a lot of resources tied to their rotation, but it's never too early to start thinking about the future.Drew Thorpe, a second-round pick from the 2022 MLB Draft, represents an important part of that future.The 22-year-old right-hander is enjoying his first pro season after pitching at Cal Poly from 2020-22.
Pats Pulpit
9 months ago
New England Patriots

Patriots roster breakdown: Can experience give Corliss Waitman a leg up in the punter competition?

With the NFL free agency and draft both in the rear-view mirror, and the final phase of voluntary offseason workouts underway, the New England Patriots are officially "on to 2023."At the moment, the Patriots 89 players on their roster.Only 53 of those players will be able to survive roster cutdowns and ultimately make the active team, with others competing for practice squad spots.
Pats Pulpit
9 months ago
New England Patriots

Patriots roster breakdown: Bryce Baringer will try to bring stability to the punter position

With the NFL free agency and draft both in the rear-view mirror, and the final phase of voluntary offseason workouts underway, the New England Patriots are officially "on to 2023."At the moment, the Patriots have a full 90-man roster.Only 53 of those players will be able to survive roster cutdowns and ultimately make the active team, with others competing for practice squad spots.
TalkNats.com
10 months ago
Washington Nationals

On a 69-win pace, the Nats lack proven stars needed to get to the next level! | TalkNats.com

Today's 18-hit barrage would have you thinking that Riley Adams and Jeimer Candelario were superstar players if you did not know their season stats.On this day though, looks can be deceiving.Washington Nationals starting pitcher Josiah Gray has statistically had the best season of any Nats player this season per BaseballReference.com.
Hogs Haven
10 months ago
Washington Redskins

Two things that probably will happen in Washington this offseason, and two that probably won't

It's the offseason, and with the draft now over, there's not a lot left for fans to do other than engage in baseless speculation.A lot of that speculation seems wildly off, from the signs I'm reading from the coaching staff, so I wanted to take a little time to pump some air under a couple of them and throw some cold water on a couple of others.
Pats Pulpit
11 months ago
New England Patriots

What first-round draft pick Christian Gonzalez brings to the Patriots defense

The New England Patriots took a patient approach to the first round of the 2023 NFL Draft, and came away with one of the best players available: Oregon cornerback Christian Gonzalez was added with the 17th overall selection.Seen as a likely top-10 draft pick heading into Day 1, Gonzalez falling into the Patriots' lap - even more so after a trade-down - was a surprising development.
Wiz of Awes
9 months ago
Washington Wizards

This proposed trade sending Beal to the Pelicans is a win for the Wizards

Not a day goes by without the Washington Wizards All-Star shooting guard Bradley Beal isn't dealt to a new destination in a fake trade scenario.Since a rebuild is on the way in Washington, Bradley Beal and his monster contract of four more years and $208 million are potentially on the trading block.
Wiz of Awes
9 months ago
Washington Wizards

Landing a Thompson twin is a dream scenario for the Washington Wizards

The 2023 NBA Draft is only two weeks away.As teams ramp up their draft workouts, speculations about who each team in the lottery should pick are in full swing.This includes the Washington Wizards who hold the no.8 pick in the draft.Nailing this pick in a loaded draft will be the first important step in the rebuild.
Wiz of Awes
10 months ago
Washington Wizards

NBA Draft Lottery could change outlook of the Wizards' future

Fans of the Washington Wizards are eager for a winning season, desperate for some hope.but where does the hope of a good season start, at the NBA Draft Lottery.The Wizards are looking for a piece to help build on the little success they've had this past season by drafting a player who can make an immediate impact.
Bullets Forever
10 months ago
Washington Wizards

Mystics waive Stephanie Jones and Elena Tsineke

The Washington Wizards have made additional cuts to the roster.They have waived Stephanie Jones and Elena Tsineke.Jones played in both preseason games for the Mystics averaging three points and seven rebounds.She went undrafted in the 2020 WNBA Draft and played for the Connecticut Sun in 2021 but didn't make the opening roster in 2022.
Pippen Ain't Easy
10 months ago
Chicago Bulls

How does the NBA Draft Lottery work? Bulls need luck on their side

Now that they've been eliminated from the play-in tournament and their 2022-23 season is officially in the books, the Chicago Bulls must now turn toward planning for the offseason if they want to experience a better fate next time around.With the draft set to take place first, now is the time to cross our fingers and pray the Bulls luck on lottery night.
Wiz of Awes
10 months ago
Washington Wizards

How the Washington Wizards can win the 2023 NBA Draft

While they may not have a pristine draft history, the Washington Wizards have had some noteworthy success in their history when it comes to the NBA Draft.This could easily be one of those years where they just get the right pieces at the right time through the highly-anticipated event.It has been well noted across the NBA community that this draft class is absolutely loaded with talent.
Blue Seat Blogs
9 months ago
New York Rangers

The NY Rangers/Pierre-Luc Dubois rumors don't make sense - Blue Seat Blogs

Irresponsible Rumormongering
A few days ago, Jeff Marek floated the Rangers might be a possible landing spot for Pierre-Luc Dubois.The Dubois rumors have started and ended with Montreal as the clear destination, but for some reason the Rangers got floated as a team "Dubois might be okay playing for."
Pats Pulpit
9 months ago
New England Patriots

Patriots WR Tyquan Thornton dealing with soft-tissue injury, per report

Tyquan Thornton was the most active wide receiver during the first of three organized team activities the New England Patriots opened to the media.The next two sessions, however, he was nowhere to be seen.We now know the supposed reason for the absence.According to a report by ESPN's Mike Reiss, Thornton is "managing a soft-tissue-related injury."
Pats Pulpit
9 months ago
New England Patriots

Patriots roster breakdown: Kayshon Boutte is a low-risk, high-reward addition to the offense

With the NFL free agency and draft both in the rear-view mirror, and the final phase of voluntary offseason workouts underway, the New England Patriots are officially "on to 2023."At the moment, the Patriots 89 players on their roster.Only 53 of those players will be able to survive roster cutdowns and ultimately make the active team, with others competing for practice squad spots.
Pats Pulpit
9 months ago
New England Patriots

Christian Gonzalez already has Patriots teammates excited

It is not often that a New England Patriots first-round draft selection is met with glowing approval.But, when New England selected cornerback Christian Gonzalez with the 17th overall pick in this year's draft, that's exactly what happened.Now in Foxboro, Gonzalez's new teammates already seem to be onboard the hype train with the rest of Patriots fans.
Pats Pulpit
9 months ago
New England Patriots

Patriots host former Bengals, XFL linebacker Carson Wells on a tryout

The New England Patriots are looking into possibly adding to their linebacker corps.As was announced by the XFL on Friday, the team invited one of its players - Carson Wells - on a tryout basis.The tryout took place on Thursday, according to a report by Doug Kyed of A to Z Sports.Wells, 24, played college football at the University of Colorado.
Pats Pulpit
10 months ago
New England Patriots

Jake Andrews becomes latest Patriots draft pick to sign rookie contract

The New England Patriots have signed another member of their 2023 draft class to his rookie contract.Interior offensive lineman Jake Andrews has signed a four-year, $4.65 million deal with the club, as first reported by ESPN's Mike Reiss.Andrews arrived in New England as the 107th overall selection in the fourth round of this year's draft.
Pats Pulpit
10 months ago
New England Patriots

New England Patriots links 5/19/23 - Bye '19 Draft class, Uche's clean slate, Anderson's chip; More!

TEAM TALK

Patriots release OL Yodny Cajuste, the last of the 2019 draft class.Mike Dussault writes how Patriots seventh-round pick Isaiah Bolden was the only HBCU player selected in this year's draft, a motivational badge of honor that should help him make a push for a roster spot.Press Conferences: Calvin Anderson (13 min.
Los Angeles Times
9 months ago
Los Angeles Rams

Angels rookie Ben Joyce listed with ulnar neuritis as team awaits MRI results

(Jayne Kamin-Oncea / Getty Images)

Angels rookie fireballer Ben Joyce was put on the 15-day injured list ahead of Saturday's game against the Seattle Mariners.The right-handed reliever, who was removed from Friday's game after facing just one batter, was listed with ulnar neuritis in the Angels' transaction report.
Pippen Ain't Easy
9 months ago
Chicago Bulls

NBA Draft Grades 2022: Re-grading Bulls' 18th pick one year later

Entering last year's draft, it was abundantly clear that the Chicago Bulls needed to add three-point shooting, rebounding, and size on the low post.Fortunately, there was plenty of that in last year's draft class, and the 18th pick was plenty high enough in the pecking order to get the job done.And yet, Arturas Karnisovas and Marc Eversley decided to take things in another direction in the end.
Pippen Ain't Easy
10 months ago
Chicago Bulls

Rumors indicate Bulls could trade for a young star in the making

There's no point in sugarcoating things any longer, this past season left a lot to be desired from the Chicago Bulls.This franchise is clearly in need of drastic change if they wish to return to their winning ways anytime soon.If recent rumors are to be believed, however, an opportunity may have just presented itself to get things back on track this summer.
RMNB
9 months ago
Washington Capitals

Alex DeBrincat has reportedly given Ottawa Senators a list of preferred destinations as team seeks trade partner

The chance that the Ottawa Senators and forward Alex DeBrincat go their separate ways this offseason looks like it's increasing in certainty by the day.DeBrincat's restricted free agent status and the sheer confusion surrounding the team's ownership situation are the largest contributing factors.The two sides seem like they'll be heading in the direction of a mutually beneficial trade and that was buoyed by a Wednesday report from Pierre LeBrun during TSN's Insider Trading.
Puck Prose
9 months ago
National Hockey League

What To Expect From Barry Trotz First Draft With The Nashville Predators

The Barry Trotz era is about to begin in Nashville.Yes, there already was a Barry Trotz era where he was the coach of the Nashville Predators.We're talking about the new Barry Trotz era where he takes over as team general manger.Making Trotz first draft even more exciting is the fact it's being held in his home rink in Nashville, as the Predators host this year's draft.
The Hockey Writers
10 months ago
LA Kings

3 Kings Who Could Be Traded This Offseason

Every dollar matters in the world of the flat salary cap that has been the reality over the past few NHL seasons.That is especially true for teams like the Los Angeles Kings, who are right up against the cap.They ended the season with just 1.345 million in cap space and have already re-signed a few players who will see significant raises.
Editor In Leaf
10 months ago
Toronto Maple Leafs

What Should the Toronto Maple Leafs Do With Matt Murray?

Aside from Kyle Dubas and Sheldon Keefe's jobs, arguably the biggest question mark heading into the Toronto Maple Leafs off-season is the status of Matt Murray.After being acquired last summer, he looked to be turning a new Leaf (no pun intended) heading into the 2022-2023 season as the assumed starter for the Toronto Maple Leafs.
RMNB
10 months ago
Washington Capitals

Capitals to pick 8th in 2023 NHL Draft after standing pat in lottery

Lady Luck was not kind to the Washington Capitals after their worst full season in sixteen years.The Capitals gained no spots in the NHL Draft Lottery and will select 8th overall in the 2023 NHL Draft.The Capitals finished the season as the eighth-worst team in the league.The Chicago Blackhawks won the lottery and will pick first overall.
The Hockey Writers
11 months ago
San Jose Sharks

Sharks Can Still Thrive Without Drafting Connor Bedard

The San Jose Sharks are on the countdown until May 8, perhaps the most highly anticipated day in the team's recent history.On that Monday evening, the NHL Draft Lottery is set to take place, finally revealing where Connor Bedard will be playing in October.The Sharks ended the season with the fourth-best odds to land the generational talent, but they have to be lucky enough to pass the Chicago Blackhawks, Columbus Blue Jackets, and their longtime rival, the Anaheim Ducks, for the chance to draft him.
Editor In Leaf
9 months ago
Toronto Maple Leafs

Toronto Maple Leafs: Grading the 1st Big Trade Of the Off-Season

The Toronto Maple Leafs weren't involved, but the NHL saw a very big trade this week.It is very weird to have a high-profile trade happen in the middle of the Stanley Cup Final, however here we are.On June 6th, a three-team-trade took place between the Philadelphia Flyers, Columbus Blue Jackets and Los Angeles Kings.
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.
Wiz of Awes
9 months ago
Washington Wizards

This trade sending Kuzma to Memphis is a winner for the Wizards

As all signs point to an active offseason in Washington, the trade rumors surrounding the Wizards are picking up.The impending free agencies of Kyle Kuzma and Kristaps Porzingis, combined with the news coming out of the Wizards front office that a rebuild may be coming, makes both Kuzma and Porzingis vulnerable to trade rumors.
Hogs Haven
10 months ago
Washington Redskins

A closer look at Andre Jones Jr.

Like a lot of seventh round picks, background on Andre Jones Jr. - the EDGE rusher out of Louisiana that Washington took in this year's draft - is scattered and not necessarily as comprehensively available as it is for players picked earlier in the draft.Here, I've tried to compile information and accounts from some of the best sources that I could find.
Bullets Forever
10 months ago
Washington Wizards

Forwards likely to go in the first round of the 2023 NBA Draft

On this week's Bleav in Wizards podcast, I was joined by Ersin Demir of NBA Draft Junkies to break down the "fours" in this year's draft.As the lines between positions continue to blur, it's important to have forwards who offer positional versatility and lineup flexibility.This year's class seems to have several prospects who not only offer that versatility but also might fit well with the Wizards' current roster.
Musket Fire
10 months ago
New England Patriots

Patriots may have hit the jackpot with two late-round picks

Most assumed the Patriots would be heavily invested in acquiring top-talent offensive players in this year's draft, particularly wide receivers, as it was clearly the weaker part of the team.But in true Bill Belichick form, they did the complete opposite, waiting to add to the offense until the later rounds on day three.
Musket Fire
10 months ago
New England Patriots

Patriots draft trio of offensive linemen to open up Day 3 of NFL Draft

Because of the apparent needs on the offensive side of the ball, seeing the Patriots not make any offensive selections until the fourth round of the draft was shocking.That changed, however, as they took a pair of offensive linemen, followed by another one in the fifth round, drafting a center and two guards so far through the first five rounds of the draft.
Pats Pulpit
10 months ago
New England Patriots

Patriots' selections follow a common theme, and more notes from Day 2 of the NFL Draft

The New England Patriots entered the second day of the 2023 NFL Draft with 11 selections in possession, including one each in Rounds 2 and 3.The expectation was that they would use some of their capital to move up the board, and while they very well might have tried nothing came from their efforts.So, the team stayed put both at No. 46 in the second round and at No. 76 in the third.
Silver Screen and Roll
9 months ago
LA Lakers

Report: Lakers will 'most likely' keep No. 17 pick in 2023 NBA Draft

Over the past four years, the Lakers haven't had the luxury of retraining their first-round pick in the NBA draft.Those picks were mostly used as trade assets in exchange for acquiring the likes of Anthony Davis (in 2019), Dennis Schröder (in 2020), and Russell Westbrook (in 2021).In last year's draft, Los Angeles even had to negotiate with the Orlando Magic in order to acquire Max Christie's 35th overall in the second round by giving up a future second-round pick and additional cash.
The Hockey Writers
9 months ago
San Jose Sharks

Sharks: 3 Player Types to Add This Offseason

As the San Jose Sharks enter the first offseason of their full-scale rebuild, they will explore every possible angle to remake their roster and create a team that can contend for the playoffs once again.Entering his second season with the organization, general manager Mike Grier has something of a blank canvas with which to overhaul the team and bring in lots of new contributors.
Chico Enterprise-Record
10 months ago
San Jose Sharks

Sharks get a bit unlucky with one of their first-round draft picks (and their ex-goalie played a role)

The San Jose Sharks found out on May 8 that their first pick in this year's NHL Draft will be at No. 4 overall.They also now know where their second first-round selection will be.The Vegas Golden Knights eliminated the Edmonton Oilers from the Stanley Cup playoffs on Sunday, earning s 5-2 win to capture the best-of-seven series four games to two.
The Mercury News
10 months ago
San Jose Sharks

Sharks get a bit unlucky with one of their first-round draft picks (and their ex-goalie played a role)

The San Jose Sharks found out on May 8 that their first pick in this year's NHL Draft will be at No. 4 overall.They also now know where their second first-round selection will be.The Vegas Golden Knights eliminated the Edmonton Oilers from the Stanley Cup playoffs on Sunday, earning s 5-2 win to capture the best-of-seven series four games to two.
Marin Independent Journal
10 months ago
San Jose Sharks

Sharks get a bit unlucky with one of their first-round draft picks (and their ex-goalie played a role)

The San Jose Sharks found out on May 8 that their first pick in this year's NHL Draft will be at No. 4 overall.They also now know where their second first-round selection will be.The Vegas Golden Knights eliminated the Edmonton Oilers from the Stanley Cup playoffs on Sunday, earning s 5-2 win to capture the best-of-seven series four games to two.
RMNB
10 months ago
Washington Capitals

Bruce Boudreau sits front row at Monday Night Raw in Hershey, reunites with Kevin Owens backstage

WWE's Monday Night Raw was in Hershey, Pennsylvania at the Giant Center on Monday which means noted massive fan of professional wrestling, Bruce Boudreau had the opportunity to see some classic sports entertainment live and in person.The veteran bench boss and his wife Crystal had front row seats behind the Raw commentary desk occupied by Corey Graves and Kevin Patrick.
RMNB
10 months ago
Washington Capitals

Bruce Boudreau adds Vancouver Canucks' championship wrestling belt to wall of Hershey home

Bruce Boudreau was only head coach of the Vancouver Canucks for a little over a year but the jovial bench boss seemed to make a special connection with the team's fans.One that perhaps only Bruce can.Boudreau's tenure in Vancouver started with seven wins in a row and he quickly noticed that the team did not have something to bring them fully together after those victories.
McCovey Chronicles
10 months ago
San Francisco Giants

Minor League round up, May 21

A pretty fun Sunday for the San Francisco Giants Minor League Baseball affiliates.Let's jump straight into the action.Link to the 2023 McCovey Chronicles Community Prospect List (CPL) All listed positions are the positions played in that game.AAA Sacramento (21-24)
Sacramento River Cats lost to the Reno Aces (Diamondbacks) 10-5 (6 innings)Box score Only a 6-inning game due to bad weather (hail, specifically!), but that was plenty enough time for the River Cats offense to do some exciting things ... and their pitchers to do some ugly things.
Battery Power
10 months ago
Atlanta Braves

Braves top prospect JR Ritchie sidelined with elbow injury, per report

JR Ritchie is one of the Atlanta Braves best pitching prospects, but his status has been unknown since he left his start early on May 6th.Mark Bowman dropped a little bit of extra information, and unfortunately he is reporting that it's Ritchie's elbow that is the cause for concern.This is a pretty big blow for the system at the moment, as Ritchie had been off to a tremendous start to the season prior to his injury.
Posting and Toasting
10 months ago
New York Knicks

Revisiting the Josh Hart trade

A few months ago, the Knicks were in a position to add some young talent in the offseason with at least one pick guaranteed in the 2023 draft.But after trading away their own first-round pick in a deal for Josh Hart and losing out on the Mavericks' pick, they currently stand pick-less heading into the offseason.
South Side Sox
10 months ago
Chicago White Sox

White Sox Minor League Player of the Week (May 9-15): Bryce Willits

Around the System
Last week was a really heavy Charlotte week, and this week was no different.Garrett Crochet is now in Charlotte on a rehab assignment, while Jake Burger finished his.Lenyn Sosa is back with the Knights as well as Alex Colomé and Carlos Pérez.Meanwhile, Jake Marisnick is with the big club along with Nicholas Padilla.
Hogs Haven
10 months ago
Washington Redskins

Washington Commanders Roster Moves: Two players released; 12 UDFAs sign their contracts

The Washington Commanders announced some roster moves after rookies reported for rookie mini-camp.WR Alex Erickson and LB Drew White were both released today.Erickson signed a Reserve/future contract after the season.He played a total of 11 snaps on special teams which included 4 punt returns.Drew White tore his ACL in training camp last year, and spent the season on injured reserve.
Hogs Haven
11 months ago
Washington Redskins

All aTwitter: 29 April 2023 - Commanders add DB Quan Martin and OL Ricky Stromberg on Friday night

News, links to articles, updates and more from DC area writers and national sports journalists and others



The goal of All aTwitter is to give readers a handy spot to check the Washington Commanders beat writers & bloggers, national sports journalists, and football fans in order to keep up on the latest news and opinions about Washington, the NFL, and sports in general, along with a smattering of other things.
Hogs Haven
11 months ago
Washington Redskins

Best of Who's Left: 2023 Draft Day 2

I'm still processing Washington's Day 1 pick of cornerback Emmanuel Forbes, but it's not too early to take a look at who is likely to be left on the board for Washington's next pick, at No. 47 tonight, midway through the second round.With 15 selections before Washington, I'm going to cluster the highest rated 25 (or so) players remaining on the board by position areas.
Hogs Haven
11 months ago
Washington Redskins

Best of Who's Left: 2023 Draft Day 2

I'm still processing Washington's Day 1 pick of cornerback Emmanuel Forbes, but it's not too early to take a look at who is likely to be left on the board for Washington's next pick, at #47 tonight, midway through the second round.With 15 selections before Washington, I'm going to cluster the highest rated 25 (or so) players remaining on the board by position areas.
www.cbc.ca
10 months ago
Toronto

So you're saying there's a chance? Raptors have 1% shot at top pick in NBA draft | CBC Sports

The NBA draft lottery has offered teams a quick path from bad to good for nearly four decades.The stakes this year are unusually high with French phenom Victor Wembanyama the top prospect.The lottery format has undergone a few changes since the New York Knicks won the first one in 1985, when there were seven teams.
Pats Pulpit
10 months ago
New England Patriots

New England Patriots links 5/09/23 - Probing the depths: Roster fits and cuts

TEAM TALK

Evan Lazar's roster projection: A way-too-early 53-man roster projection for the Patriots.Evan Lazar points out how several Patriots ties led fifth-round pick Atonio Mafi to New England.The Patriots fifth-round selection was a Shrine Bowl standout after starting for multiple seasons on UCLA's offensive line.
ProFootballTalk
10 months ago
Chicago Bears

Bears OL coach Chris Morgan: Darnell Wright knows what he's doing, game is kind of slow for him - ProFootballTalk

Bears offensive line coach Chris Morgan got to know tackle Darnell Wright well before the team made him the ninth overall pick in this year's draft.Morgan put Wright through a pre-draft workout in early April that Wright said "kicked my ass" because Morgan "just wanted to see if I'd quit."
ProFootballTalk
11 months ago
Chicago Bears

Eagles trade into No. 9 overall, select Jalen Carter - ProFootballTalk

The Bears have once again moved down in this year's draft.Philadelphia moved up one selection to No. 9 overall and selected Georgia defensive tackle Jalen Carter.Carter was thought of as perhaps the best overall player in the 2023 draft class.But off-the-field concerns likely led to him falling down to the ninth pick.
Pats Pulpit
10 months ago
New England Patriots

Only one Patriots draft pick invited to NFLPA Rookie Premiere (and it's probably not the one you're thinking of)

Sixth-round selection Kayshon Boutte is not just the only New England Patriots draft pick to sign his rookie contract so far, he also will be the club's lone representative at the NFLPA Rookie Premiere.The event, organized by the players union, will take place May 18-21 in Los Angeles.Despite being one of the most talented wide receivers in this year's draft, Boutte remained on the board until the Patriots picked him up 187th overall.
Pats Pulpit
10 months ago
New England Patriots

Patriots not getting 2024 compensatory picks now all but official

With the NFL Draft in the rear-view mirror, the league is also closing the book on its 2023 free agency period - at least in a way.The compensation window, after all, is now closed.This means that any unrestricted free agents signed or lost moving forward will no longer be counting towards the formula used to determine which teams will earn extra selections in next year's draft.
Pats Pulpit
10 months ago
New England Patriots

Way-too-early 2024 NFL mock draft has Patriots pick an offensive tackle

The 2023 NFL Draft is just behind us, but that does not mean some folks are already looking ahead at next year.Over at Pro Football Focus, a new mock is projecting players for the 2024 draft.That projection has the New England Patriots address a position they did not add to in this year's draft:
12. NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS: OT JC LATHAM, ALABAMALatham was an elite pass-protector at right tackle for Alabama this past season as a sophomore.
Pats Pulpit
10 months ago
New England Patriots

Matt Groh explains Patriots' decision to not add at tight end in the NFL Draft

Entering the 2023 NFL Draft, this years tight end class was considered one of the deepest and most talented in years.That seemed like good news for the New England Patriots, as they entered the weekend not having a tight end signed beyond this season.But as the draft came and went, New England did not use one of their 12 selections at the position.
FanSided
10 months ago
National Football League

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It seemed like most of the contending teams in the NFL opened this year's draft with a strong first-round selection.That probably means that if you're a fan of one of those teams, you're pretty hyped up for the NFL season this fall.If you sign up with Caesars Sportsbook, you can back your favorite team and get a full refund in bonus bets up to $1,250 if you miss!
FanSided
10 months ago
National Football League

NFL Rumors: Andy Reid reveals KC's pitfall, 49ers kick themselves over draft choices, and more crazy Irsay ramblings

Today's NFL rumors surround Andy Reid divulging some sensitive information, Kyle Shanahan kicking himself for a draft choice, and Jim Irsay doing Jim Irsay things.The NFL Draft never ceases to shock the public as year after year there's always one team that makes a jaw-dropping trade or takes the player no one thought they would.
Pats Pulpit
10 months ago
New England Patriots

Instant grade for the Patriots' seventh-round selection, CB Isaiah Bolden

The New England Patriots draft ended how it began: with a cornerback pick.At No. 245 in the seventh round, the team brought in Jackson State's Isaiah Bolden.Bolden, who was the first and only HBCU prospect taken in this year's draft, took a Top-30 visit with the Patriots.They obviously did their homework on him, so now it's on us to grade that homework.
Pats Pulpit
10 months ago
New England Patriots

Patriots draft Jackson State CB Isaiah Bolden with the 245th overall pick

The 2023 NFL Draft is in the books, at least for the New England Patriots.With the 245th overall selection in the seventh round, they brought in cornerback Isaiah Bolden out of Jackson State.The first HBCU player to come off the board in this year's draft, Bolden had a Top-30 visit with the Patriots during the pre-draft process.
Pats Pulpit
10 months ago
New England Patriots

Patriots pick Michigan State CB Ameer Speed with the 214th overall pick

Just four picks after their last selection in the 2023 NFL Draft, the New England Patriots were on the clock again.This time, they added to their cornerback group group: with the 214th overall pick in the sixth round, the team drafted Michigan State's Ameer Speed.Speed lives up to his name.Standing at 6-foot-3, 209 pounds, he ran a 4.33-second 40-yard dash at his Pro Day.
Pats Pulpit
10 months ago
New England Patriots

Patriots draft LSU WR Kayshon Boutte with the 187th overall pick

Following a 40-pick lull, the New England Patriots have made another selection on Day 3 of the 2023 NFL Draft: with the 187th overall pick in the sixth round, they brought in LSU wide receiver Kayshon Boutte.A former five-star recruit, Boutte never quite lived up to the expectations during his time with the Tigers.
Pats Pulpit
10 months ago
New England Patriots

Patriots draft UCLA G Atonio Mafi with the 144th overall pick

After trading out of the final spot in the fourth round, the New England Patriots were back on the clock again in the fifth.They used that selection to address their offensive line yet again: with pick No. 144, New England drafted UCLA guard Atonio Mafi.The Patriots are no strangers to Mafi after coaching him at the East-West Shrine Bowl.
FanSided
10 months ago
National Football League

D'Andre Swift trade grades: Eagles land another Dawg in Lions trade

D'Andre Swift was traded to the Philadelphia Eagles after the Detroit Lions drafted Jahmyr Gibbs and we're grading the trade for both teams.The Philadelphia Eagles have been a big winner in the 2023 NFL Draft with a shockingly simple strategy: Draft players from the 2021 Georgia Bulldogs defense, perhaps the greatest defense that college football has ever seen.
Pats Pulpit
10 months ago
New England Patriots

Patriots draft Eastern Michigan G Sidy Sow with the 117th overall pick

A busy fourth round for the New England Patriots continues.With the 117th overall choice in the fourth round, they have selected Eastern Michigan guard Sidy Sow.Sow brings considerable experience to the Patriots offense.Not only will he turn 25 in June, he also started 55 games over the course of his career with the Eagles - 44 at left guard, and 11 at left tackle.
Pats Pulpit
10 months ago
New England Patriots

Patriots draft Troy C Jake Andrews with the 107th overall pick

After going defense with each of their first three picks in the 2023 NFL Draft, the New England Patriots have now finally added to their offense.With the 107th overall choice in the fourth round, they have selected Troy center Jake Andrews.Moving between right guard and center, Andrews started 38 games over his five-year career at Troy.
Pats Pulpit
10 months ago
New England Patriots

Patriots draft Maryland K Chad Ryland after trading up to the 112th overall pick

It did not take long for the New England Patriots to make another pick on Day 3 of the NFL Draft.Making a trade with the New York Jets, they moved up to No. 112 overall in the fourth round.Why?To bring Maryland kicker Jake Ryland aboard.Ryland started his career at Eastern Michigan before transferring to the Terrapins for the 2022 season.
Pats Pulpit
10 months ago
New England Patriots

50 best players available for the Patriots on Day 3 of the NFL Draft

The New England Patriots went defense with their first three picks of the 2023 NFL Draft.With nine total selections still in the fold, they have the capital to make some moves on Day 3 and get aggressive to target players they want on their team - presumably also on offense, this time around.Who might be on their radar?
Pats Pulpit
10 months ago
New England Patriots

Patriots draft pick Marte Mapu gives encouraging update on injury status

The New England Patriots have never shied away from taking a swing on a talented player coming off of injury.Their third-round selection in this year's draft is the latest example: Sacramento State safety Marte Mapu, who was brought in with the 76th overall pick.Mapu missed most of the pre-draft cycle because of a torn pectoral muscle suffered in February while bench-pressing.
ProFootballTalk
11 months ago
San Francisco

49ers trade up to No. 87, select Ji'Ayir Brown - ProFootballTalk

Welcome to the 2023 draft, San Francisco.The 49ers have traded up to No. 87 to select safety Ji'Ayir Brown out of Penn State.It's their first selection of this year's draft, as they were previously slated to make their first pick at No. 99.San Francisco acquired the pick from Minnesota in exchange for No. 102, No. 164, and No. 222.
Brown transferred from Lackawanna College to Penn State in 2020.
Pats Pulpit
11 months ago
New England Patriots

Patriots have the capital to be aggressive on Day 2 of the NFL Draft

When the New England Patriots were on the clock at No. 14 overall in the first round of the NFL Draft, they decide to make a trade.The Pittsburgh Steelers offered two picks in return, and down Bill Belichick and company went.The move paid off for them.Not only were they still able to grab cornerback Christian Gonzalez at No. 17 - one of the most talented players in this year's draft and surprise slider - they also added a fourth-round selection as part of that move.
FanSided
11 months ago
National Football League

Patriots: This NFL Draft trade could replace Mac Jones altogether

The Patriots may have their eye on the best remaining quarterback prospect in the 2023 NFL Draft and could be willing to trade up for him, all but ending Mac Jones' career.With the second round of the 2023 NFL Draft just a few hours away, one central question could define Day 2: Who will take Will Levis?
Pats Pulpit
11 months ago
New England Patriots

Go inside the Patriots' war room as they trade down, draft Christian Gonzalez

The New England Patriots were quite busy on Thursday night.Entering the first day of the 2023 NFL Draft as the owners of the 14th overall selection, they worked the phones to possibly move out of that spot.Indeed they did, manufacturing a trade with the Pittsburgh Steelers to move down three positions to No. 17 overall.
Pats Pulpit
11 months ago
New England Patriots

Patriots draft Oregon CB Christian Gonzalez with the 17th overall pick

The New England Patriots have made their first selection in the 2023 NFL Draft.Following their previous trade down from the No. 14th overall pick, they have now selected Oregon cornerback Christian Gonzalez at No. 17.One of the top cornerback prospects in this year's draft, Gonzalez, was a surprise slider in the first round.
Pats Pulpit
11 months ago
New England Patriots

Patriots trade 14th overall pick to Steelers for two selections

The New England Patriots have traded down from their original draft slot at No. 14 overall.Instead of making a pick, they sent the selection to the Pittsburgh Steelers for No. 17 and No. 120 in the fourth round.With the 14th overall selection, the Steelers selected Georgia offensive tackle Broderick Jones.
FanSided
11 months ago
National Football League

Darius Slay, Eagles fire back at reporter for Jalen Carter question

The Eagles have already welcomed top draft pick Jalen Carter into Philly with open arms and hope beat reporters do the same.The Philadelphia Eagles were not happy with one reporter's line of questioning about ninth overall pick Jalen Carter after the draft and firmly stood by their rookie.Former Georgia defensive tackle Jalen Carter saw his draft stock fall slightly due to his misdemeanor charges of reckless driving in connection with a fatal crash last January.
ProFootballTalk
11 months ago
Dallas Cowboys

Jerry Jones on where Mazi Smith was on team's draft board: Thirteen or 14, but who gives a shit? - ProFootballTalk

Cowboys owner Jerry Jones got in trouble with others in the organization last year when he intentionally revealed the top of the team's draft board to prove they had Tyler Smith ranked 16th.This year, he said multiple times he wasn't going to do that again."I'm not going to give them the damn board," Jones said to vice president of player personnel Will McClay when asked where the Cowboys had Mazi Smith ranked.
FanSided
11 months ago
National Football League

Hiccup or home run? Lions trying their best to swallow the Jahmyr Gibbs pick

Did the Lions reach too high for running back Jahmyr Gibbs on Day 1 of the draft?The whole world seems to think so.The talk of this year's draft is twofold: one, the Philadelphia Eagles should not be allowed to make deals ever again.They are just too good at it.And two, the Detroit Lions may be biting their tongue after taking running back Jahmyr Gibbs with the 12th overall pick.
FanSided
11 months ago
National Football League

NFL rumors: DeAndre Hopkins draft weekend fate revealed

Will Cardinals' DeAndre Hopkins get moved by the end of draft weekend?The team's general manager Monti Ossenfort provides some answers.The tallest dominoes of this NFL offseason have cascaded in a line leading up to the highly anticipated draft: Aaron Rodgers got his trade, Lamar Jackson got his bag, and the looming question of what the Panthers will do with the first pick has finally been answered.
ProFootballTalk
11 months ago
New York Giants

Bills trade up to No. 25, take Dalton Kincaid - ProFootballTalk

The Bills traded up to the No. 25 spot in the first round on Thursday night and they used their newly acquired pick to select Utah tight end Dalton Kincaid.Kincaid is the first tight end to be picked in this year's draft.He caught 70 passes for 890 yards and eight touchdowns in his final college season and his addition gives Bills quarterback Josh Allen another weapon to use as they try for another AFC East title.
Bleacher Report
11 months ago
New York Giants

Deonte Banks NFL Draft 2023: Scouting Report for New York Giants' CB

HEIGHT: 6'0"
WEIGHT: 197
HAND: 9 ⅜"
ARM: 31 ⅜"
WINGSPAN: TBD
40-YARD DASH: 4.35
3-CONE: N/A
SHUTTLE: N/A
VERTICAL: 42"
BROAD: 11'4"
POSITIVES - Has the speed to run and match receivers downfield.Has loose hips and very good body control to sink his hips to get in and out of breaks.
ProFootballTalk
11 months ago
New York Giants

Giants trade up to No. 24, select Deonte Banks - ProFootballTalk

The Giants have moved up one selection with the Jaguars, going from No. 25 to No. 24 overall in the first round.With that 24th pick, New York selected Maryland cornerback Deonte Banks.Banks was a four-year starter at Maryland, ultimately appearing in 30 games with 21 official starts.In 2022, he recorded 38 total tackles with nine passes defensed and an interception.
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