New Virginia Tech head coach James Franklin might not be missing his time at Happy Valley much, considering the red-carpet treatment he is getting at Blacksburg. The program has already put the ‘invest to win’ $229 million plan in place for the athletic department. Never mind the $8.2 million per year salary Franklin is getting […]
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Juan Soto’s ninth-inning home run was overturned on Saturday, costing the New York Mets a huge chance to tie the game. Instead of building momentum against the league-best Atlanta Braves, the Mets lost 3-1. Now, their record is 31-39, and they are 5.5 games out of a playoff spot. Every game matters right now, and […]
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Collin Morikawa stepped away from the PGA Tour for nearly a month earlier this year. The two-time major champion came back in the field this week at the RBC Canadian Open after seven years, having made his professional debut here. This time, during the week, he brought news that has left the golf world in […]
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For NFL fans who want to enjoy every game on schedule, the 2026 season is expected to be a Herculean task. The league continues to grow with its schedule this season, featuring 34 games scheduled to take place between Tuesday and Saturday, and to cater to its myriad of broadcasting partners. While this move is […]
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Despite being hailed as the “cornerstone” and “mayor” of JR Motorsports, no one really believed Justin Allgaier would age like a fine wine. So, when he won at the “Tricky Triangle,” surviving 10 caution-filled laps and 18 lead changes in the 2026 NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series race at Pocono Raceway, Dale Earnhardt couldn’t help […]
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Miguel Rojas has no intention to extend his career beyond 2026. He planned to end his MLB career with the Los Angeles Dodgers, securing a three-peat record. However, his exit in the 7th inning against the Chicago White Sox on Saturday sparked a health concern around the 37-year-old. Fans hold their breath about whether the […]
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Jarren Duran was very hard on himself after hitting a big home run on Saturday. He honestly said he has been “playing like sh*t” at the plate. This is a weird spot for the 2024 All-Star Game MVP. He plays hard and leads the team well, but his low batting numbers make him a top […]
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In July 2014, Dirk Nowitzki had a choice. The Dallas Mavericks legend could have chased one final massive payday after receiving lucrative offers from around the league. Instead, he signed a heavily discounted deal to stay in Dallas, sacrificing tens of millions of dollars because he believed roster flexibility gave the Mavericks a better chance […]
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“Right now we’re looking at the rest of the season.” This was Richard Childress’ reply a few days ago at Michigan when asked about the plans for the No. 33 car for the rest of the season. He sounded far more settled than what fans expected, given Austin Hill’s reputation. However, that confidence lasted until […]
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An over-the-top meal, a massive bill, and a rookie at a crossroads with the locker room. Half a decade before The Catch immortalized him in Dallas Cowboys lore, this was the story we associated with Dez Bryant. When former Cowboys WR Jesse Holley looked back on that dinner recently, he added a new detail: Bryant […]
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The Boston Red Sox fired Alex Cora when the team was 10-17. Now that the team is struggling with a 29-39 record, rumor mills are stuffed with speculations around Craig Breslow. When the same team had a history of firing Ben Cherington, Dave Dombrowski, and Chaim Bloom within four seasons, it became more obvious to […]
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The year 2010 was quite eventful for the U.S. Men’s soccer team. They advanced to the historic Round of 16, as Landon Donovan scored a last-minute goal against Algeria. Just as America’s men’s soccer team was showing its brilliance more than 16,000 miles away in South Africa, a Big 12 program was also scripting history […]
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Former Ohio State Buckeye and NFL WR Terrelle Pryor has made headlines again, but this time not for football. Pryor has been charged with possession of a controlled substance in Monroeville after police pulled over his Mercedes. The incident happened three weeks ago. Former #OhioState quarterback Terrelle Pryor was charged with drug possession in Pennsylvania. […]
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Ciara Mageean is unique. She is among the few who can maintain a sense of humor in the face of death. Doctors diagnosed the Irish middle-distance champion with Stage Four bowel cancer last year and concluded she has little time left. However, Mageean has been downplaying the seriousness of the situation, focusing on a few […]
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In San Antonio, patience has long been part of the process. Tony Parker once endured Gregg Popovich’s famously demanding coaching before becoming a franchise cornerstone, while Manu Ginobili accepted a bench role despite possessing All-Star talent. The Spurs have built championships on asking young players to wait their turn. That philosophy was tested throughout the […]
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Jazz Chisholm Jr. just cannot seem to figure out MLB’s new ABS system. During Saturday’s 3-1 win over the Toronto Blue Jays, the Yankees’ second baseman made another blunder at the plate. This led the team’s broadcasters to absolutely let him have it. “Why would you challenge that? It makes no sense. It was 3-1, […]
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The first winner of the Canadian Open did not take home a cheque. He took a gold medal. That was 1904 at the Royal Montreal Golf Club, the oldest golf club in North America, when the entire prize fund amounted to $170. The trophy itself came into existence only in 1920. The championship has run […]
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Mike Tomlin spent 19 seasons coaching the Pittsburgh Steelers and faced a fair share of highs and lows. Throughout his tenure, Tomlin’s coaching abilities were often scrutinized, with critics labeling his strategies as somewhat predictable. Recently, franchise quarterback Ben Roethlisberger sparked an even deeper conversation, highlighting a significant concern: the misutilization of players under Tomlin’s […]
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It is fair to say that Alexander Zverev has put the whole tour on notice with his triumph at the French Open. There were serious doubts about whether he would ever be able to win a Grand Slam. However, he proved all his doubters wrong with his stunning victory in Paris. In fact, former ATP […]
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The New York Yankees benched Anthony Volpe on Saturday and played him only as a pinch runner in the 8th inning. But still, Volpe couldn’t escape the wrath of the Bleacher Creatures, and his hesitation in the base running cost the team a run. Former 5x World Series champ, David Cone, was in the booth […]
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It started at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, where Caitlin Clark made her first WNBA regular-season appearance in May 2024, scoring 20 points and committing 10 turnovers in a 92-71 loss to the Connecticut Sun. Now, after the Indiana Fever’s Saturday night victory over the Sun, the franchise appears headed to Houston ahead of the […]
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Hunter Woodhall is not letting the momentum simmer down. The Olympic champion made another great start to the 2026 season, winning under the bright lights of the USC campus, leaving the rest of the competing field quite some distance behind. Woodhall made a confident start in the 400m at the USTAF LA Distance Classic, pacing […]
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Diego Lopes has built a reputation for finishing fights with both precision and flair. Yet beyond his striking power and slick submissions, something else always grabs fans’ attention. The art etched into his skin. Each tattoo tells a story, and for the Brazilian, those stories are reminders of years of struggle, survival, and ambition to […]
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Omar Artan was all set to make history this summer at the FIFA World Cup, becoming the first Somali to referee a match at the tournament Finals. Alas, the authorities in Miami turned him away at the airport, which led to an outpour of support for Artan from fans and other organizations, including UEFA. Taking […]
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In the UFC, fighters often end up developing camaraderie and a brotherly bond with their teammates. But it can never replace the real thing. Brothers like Nick and Nate Diaz, Anthony and Sergio Pettis, and others have already walked the path to popularity among UFC fans. Following in those footsteps, Gabriel and Ismael, the Bonfim […]
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