If you’re a numerologist, then betting NBA divisional futures could be up your alley. The Miami Heat are -180 odds to win the Southeast Division in back-to-back years while the Atlanta Hawks, at +165 odds, are trying to win their second divisional title in three seasons. The Heat tend to […]
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Veteran WR Julio Jones Joins Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Bucs
Julio Jones signed a one-year deal with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the veteran wide receiver has a new chance to bounce back after a couple of seasons plagued with a lingering hamstring injury. Jones, 33, played in just nine games with the Atlanta Falcons two seasons ago. He played […]
Toronto Raptors Sign ‘Hustle’ Star Jauncho Hernangomez
Bo Cruz has a new team! Jauncho Hernangomez impressed everyone with his acting debut as an aspiring NBA prospect named Bo Cruz in the Netflix basketball movie “Hustle” with Adam Sandler. Hernangomez, a journeyman forward during his NBA career, has signed a one-year deal with the Toronto Raptors. In real […]
Atletico Closes Door on Ronaldo Transfer, as President Says Deal is ‘Impossible’
Atletico Madrid pulled out of the race to sign Cristiano Ronaldo this summer after President Enrique Cerezo distanced his club from a potential deal. The situation might not be definitive, however, if the team can find the money to make it work somehow. Cerezo had a firm answer regarding the […]
2023 NBA Central Division Odds: Five in a Row for the Milwaukee Bucks
Once again, the Giannis “Greek Freak” Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks are the team to beat in the Central Division, coming into this season as a huge favorite at -500 odds to win a fourth-straight divisional crown. The Chicago Bulls (+450 odds) and Cleveland Cavaliers (+700) are the closest competitors, […]
10K People Create Amazing Atmosphere for Dybala’s Roma Presentation
Paulo Dybala’s first meeting with Roma’s fans after signing his contract with the Giallorossi was pretty special. More than 10K supporters gathered at the Fendi Palace to show Dybala their love. “I am very happy to meet you. Playing in Rome was always difficult for the teams I was part […]
Triple Crown Veteran Creative Minister Sees Easier Rivals in Curlin
Creative Minister was good enough to hit the board in the second leg of the Triple Crown and good enough to earn a spot in the third leg of the Triple Crown. Now, we’ll see what he can do against easier competition in Friday’s restricted Curlin Stakes at Saratoga. The […]
No. 1 Baaeed Goes for Nine in a Deep Sussex Stakes Field
Even putting aside undefeated favorite Baaeed, who comes into Wednesday’s Group 1 Sussex Stakes at 8-for-8, the depth in this Breeders’ Cup Challenge Series race is so pronounced that trainer Charlie Appleby can replace one major contender with a Breeders’ Cup champion. Appleby has that luxury, courtesy of Modern Games. […]
With Large Field Sizes, Del Mar Sets Opening Weekend Handle Records
The first weekend of racing at Del Mar put to rest the fallacy that West Coast racing is synonymous with small fields and weak handles. Instead, Del Mar clocked record handles and field sizes that are the envy of any North American track. The seaside track north of San Diego set […]
MLB Injury Report: Padres Starter Gore Leaves Game with Elbow Soreness; Sano Makes Return
MacKenzie Gore has made a strong impression for the San Diego Padres this season, even putting himself into contention for the NL Rookie of the Year award. But the Padres will have to do without their 23-year-old southpaw after Gore left his start Monday night with elbow soreness. The Padres […]
Juan Soto Trade Rumors: Top Five Destinations for the Nationals Superstar
While dozens of players will move at the upcoming trade deadline, there’s only one name at the center of the MLB trade rumor mill: Juan Soto. And while almost any team could benefit from the outfielder’s bat, not every franchise will be willing to pay the steep price in players […]
Women’s Euro: England Reaches Final after Dominant Win Over Sweden
England beat Sweden 4-0 to reach the Euro 2022 final at Wembley. The Lionesses will play the winner of the Germany vs France clash in the last act. England went 1-0 up after 34 minutes thanks to a goal from the tournament’s top scorer, Bethany Mead. Sweden came out for […]
MMA Notebook: Injuries Continue to Plague UFC Main Events as Blaydes Beats Aspinall
Curtis Blaydes earned an important win over Tom Aspinall on Saturday night in the main event of UFC Fight Night 208, but he felt little satisfaction with his victory due to an injury that occurred just seconds into the opening round. Aspinall suffered a right knee injury 15 seconds into […]
Denny Hamlin Gets DQ’d at Pocono Raceway, Wins the Internet
Denny Hamlin scored the checkered flag at Pocono Raceway on Sunday, only to get DQ’d after the post-race inspection. But the NASCAR Cup Series win didn’t go to second-place finisher Kyle Busch, because he also failed inspection. And that created a lot of confusion — and in some cases — […]
Luis Suarez Heading Back to Nacional in Uruguay Despite Strong LAFC Interest
Uruguayan superstar Luis Suarez could have been the third top signing at LAFC this summer, but he opted to join his boyhood club, Nacional, instead. The former Barcelona, Ajax, and Liverpool star has been out of contract since the start of July when his deal with Atletico Madrid expired. On […]
Bronx ER: Yankees DH Giancarlo Stanton on 10-Day IL (Achilles)
It was only a matter of time before the New York Yankees sent the injury-prone Giancarlo Stanton to the IL. It’s a tough break for Stanton, who was recently named MVP of the 2022 MLB All-Star Game. Fans selected Stanton as the starting left fielder in the first All-Star Game […]
Chip Off the Old Shaq: Shareef O’Neal Signs with NBA G League Ignite
Shareef O’Neal, the son of NBA legend Shaquille “Shaq” O’Neal, signed a deal to join the NBA G League Ignite next season after a successful stint with the Los Angeles Lakers summer league squad. O’Neal played with the Lakers in the NBA 2K23 Summer League, impressing scouts from the Ignite, […]
2023 NBA Atlantic Division Odds: Boston Celtics Seeking Back-to-Back Titles
Despite the uncertainty over the status of Kevin Durant — who requested a trade from the Brooklyn Nets — the Boston Celtics are the betting favorite at -150 odds to win the Atlantic Division in consecutive seasons. The Philadelphia 76ers are +270 odds to win the Atlantic Division for the […]
Mayor Lightfoot Suggests a Dome on Soldier Field to Keep Da Bears in Chicago
The Chicago Bears want a new stadium, but Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot suggests that constructing a dome over Soldier Field could convince the Bears to stay within the city limits instead of relocating to the suburbs at old Arlington Park Racetrack. The desperate dome move was proposed on Monday to […]
Pogba Out with Meniscus Injury in Major Blow for Juventus
Paul Pogba could miss up to two months after last-minute medical checks confirmed a serious knee injury for the Juventus midfielder. Pogba hoped his fortunes would change after an injury-stricken season at Manchester United, but doctors saddened him with their verdict. The 29-year-old’s fresh knee problem is more serious than […]