With the Philadelphia Phillies signing Bryce Harper to a 13-year, $330 million deal, the rest of the National League East may be scrambling more than they wanted to pick up remaining free agents. The Harper deal put the Phillies as co-favorites to win the division. Before the news of Harper […]
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Main Event at UFC 235 Might be Predictable, Undercard Should Not Disappoint
There is a full card at UFC 235, which will be held Saturday at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. The main card will feature Jon Jones against Anthony Smith, where Jones is a huge -900 favorite. That fight might be a little routine, but there are several on the undercard […]
UFC 235: Jon Jones, Tyron Woodley Look to Defend Titles in Las Vegas
Jon Jones will look to add to his legendary resume on Saturday, as he defends the UFC light heavyweight title against Anthony Smith on Saturday night in the main event of UFC 235 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. Jones (23-1) enters the bout as a heavy favorite, as the […]
Surprise of the Big 12: Texas Tech Red Raiders Led by Lottery Pick Jarrett Culver
Very few people expected #11 Texas Tech would emerge as one of the best teams in the country, let alone in the Big 12, but sophomore shooting guard Jarrett Culver blossomed into a potential lottery pick to lead the Red Raiders to a potential #3 seed in the upcoming March […]
National League Central Might Get Crowded at Top
The National League Central Division could again be the most competitive of the six, with four of the five teams having a legitimate chance of winning the division. The one that isn’t expected to challenge for the crown, Pittsburgh, still made moves that should make them a thorn for Milwaukee, […]
Gushue Seeks Third Straight Canadian Men’s Curling Championship at Tim Hortons Brier
Brad Gushue and his team are looking to win a third straight Canadian men’s curling championship, but they will face stiff competition starting this weekend at the Tim Hortons Brier at Westoba Place in Brandon, Manitoba. The 2019 Brier begins officially on Saturday, with the wild card game taking place […]
Winning Not Secondary Thought for Kyle Larson
Just because Kyle Larson leads the most laps in a NASCAR event, doesn’t mean he is going to win. Actually odds are good he won’t find his way to the winner’s circle. He hopes to change that this weekend at the Pennzoil 400 at Las Vegas Motor Speedway. Larson is […]
Quarterback Kyler Murray Measures Up at NFL Combine
With football being described as a game of inches, the half-inch that was added onto Kyler Murray was apparently enough to ease the concerns of some NFL coaches and general managers. The 2018 Heisman trophy winner went to the combine and measured 5-foot, 10.5 inches, a tad taller than many […]
March Madness Mountain West Watch: Utah State, Sixth Man Spectrum, and Free Bacon
The Utah State Aggies (23-6) have a huge rematch against #12 Nevada Wolfpack (26-2) this weekend with first place on the line in the Mountain West. The Aggies were blow out by 23 points during their first meeting in Reno at the start of January. This time, they host the […]
Adam ‘Pacman’ Jones Arrested at Indiana Casino, Released on Bail After Pleading Not Guilty
Cornerback Adam “Pacman†Jones was arrested at the Rising Sun Casino in Indiana on Wednesday after an altercation with agents from the Indiana Gaming Commission. The charges against Jones include battery on a public safety official, cheating at gambling, attempted theft, resisting law enforcement, disorderly conduct, and public intoxication. Jones […]
Updated World Series Odds: Harper and Machado Late Signings Move Needle for Phillies and Padres
Now that the top free agents, Bryce Harper and Manny Machado, have been signed with new teams, bookmakers adjusted World Series odds and the San Diego Padres improved to 60/1, while the Philadelphia Phillies shot up to 12/1 odds to win the 2019 championship. Machado signed a 10-year deal with […]
New York Jets Looking to Trade No. 3 Pick in 2019 NFL Draft
During an NFL combine workout of future draft picks, New York Jets general manager Mike Maccagnan admitted to reporters that the Jets are open to trading down in the 2019 NFL Draft to relinquish the #3 overall pick if the price is right. The Jets finished the 2018 season with […]
Bryce Harper to Sign 13-Year, $330 Million Contract with Philadelphia Phillies
The Bryce Harper sweepstakes has ended, with several media outlets including MLB.com reporting that the 26-year-old superstar will sign a record-breaking 13-year contract with the Philadelphia Phillies. The record-breaking deal is the largest total financial outlay in a contract in North American sports history, beating out the 13-year, $325 million […]
New Mexico State Aggies Top of the WAC Once Again
The New Mexico State Aggies (24-4) won 13 straight games and are on the verge of winning their fourth WAC regular season title in the last five years. New Mexico State, located near the West Texas border in Las Cruces, dominated the WAC Conference over the last decade. The Aggies […]
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Selling Memorabilia to Help Charitable Foundation
Guided by his conscience more than his bank account, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar is auctioning off four of his NBA Championship rings. The jewelry was for titles in 1980, 1985, 1987, and 1988. Abdul-Jabbar isn’t broke, and doesn’t need an infusion of cash. The sale of this, and other memorabilia is motivated […]
Kentucky Derby Hopes Spring From Fountain of Youth at Gulfstream
Just who will sip from the Fountain of Youth? The legend of a spring that supposedly restores the vitality and vigor of anyone who drinks or bathes in its waters may be a myth, but the horse race Saturday at Gulfstream Park, near Miami, is quite real. All eyes will be […]
Johnny Manziel’s CFL Comeback Abruptly Ends, Canada Pulls Plug on Johnny Football
2012 Heisman Trophy winner Johnny Manziel’s attempt to jump start his professional football career in Canada has come to an end after the Montreal Alouettes cut their quarterback while under a special directive from the Canadian Football League. Apparently, Manziel violated undisclosed terms of his contract to play north of […]
Even Without a Team, Bryce Harper Favored to Win NL MVP Award
There’s still no telling where Bryce Harper will end up playing for the 2019 MLB season. But despite that uncertainty, at least one major sportsbook is already making the 26-year-old outfielder its favorite to win the National League MVP award this year. The Westgate Las Vegas SuperBook has installed Harper […]
Dirk Nowitzki Still Considering Return for Another Season After Regaining Starting Role
Throughout the NBA, opposing teams have been giving Dirk Nowitzki the retirement treatment, offering farewells and congratulations on the German legend’s storied career. But Nowitzki has never actually said he was retiring – and now it is starting to seem like another season is a realistic possibility. Nowitzki has said […]
Improved Rockies, Padres Threat to Dodgers National League West Dominance
The Los Angeles Dodgers won the National League West and got to the World Series again, only to fall short for the second consecutive year. Now the Dodgers have to worry about an improved division, and fighting for the top spot in the West. Oddsmakers believe they will make it. […]