Fifth in the series. Today we look at the Cubs’ newly-anointed utility man. Matt Shaw is a controversial figure in Cubdom right now. Not for his political beliefs (at this time), but because the signing of Alex Bregman necessarily leads to a change of position for the young man, and because it looks a bit like […]
From Bleed Cubbie Blue | 2 days ago | 1 read
The 2009 season marked a transitional year for the Yankees, coming off the final season in the original Yankee Stadium and the team’s first season without a postseason appearance since 1995. The team’s aging core was still producing, but veteran slugger Jason Giambi’s contract expired after the season, leaving a hole at the cold corner. […]
From Pinstripe Alley | 2 days ago | 0 reads
The 6th-ranked Nebraska wrestling team has a monumental task ahead of it — the Huskers will travel Friday night to take on the top-ranked Penn State Nittany Lions. Winners of 12 of the last 14 NCAA Championships, Penn State has won the last four national titles. This past year, the Nittany Lions set the record […]
From Corn Nation | 2 days ago | 0 reads
Coming off their first win of the Women’s Super League season, there is for perhaps the first time this season a slight feeling of hope for Liverpool. Last weekend’s 2-0 victory over Tottenham may not have been enough to get them off the bottom of the table, but it just might be a start. Now […]
From The Liverpool Offside | 2 days ago | 0 reads
Barcelona midfielder Marc Bernal has made it clear he has no intention of leaving the club following speculation he could move on loan in the January transfer window. Girona have been keen on signing the midfielder, but Bernal says there’s only one club in the world he wants to play for and that is Barcelona. […]
From Barca Blaugranes | 2 days ago | 0 reads
Villanova Wildcats 15-5 (6-3) vs Providence Friars 9-12 (2-8) Where: Finneran Pavilion (Villanova, PA) When: Friday, Jan. 30 at 7:00 PM Betting Line: Villanova -9.5 (subject to change) How to Watch: FS1 How to Listen: Villanova Sports Radio Network Net Rankings: Villanova 35, Providence 89 (Quad 3) KenPom: Villanova 27, Providence 72 Torvik: Villanova 32, Providence 72 On Providence: This is […]
From VU Hoops | 2 days ago | 0 reads
One of the few bright spots of the 2025 season for the Kansas City Chiefs was the play of the offensive line when healthy. It’s easy to forget, but the left side of the offensive line had questions before the season: would tackle Josh Simmons be healthy, let alone play well as a rookie? Would […]
From Arrowhead Pride | 2 days ago | 0 reads
In previous seasons, Stats Corner has compared Mountain West Conference (MWC) basketball to the AAC, Atlantic 10, Missouri Valley, PAC-12, and WCC. While a Power Four bias exists in both basketball and football, the MWC has its sights set on challenging the Big East for the title of the nation’s fifth-best conference. This week Stats […]
From Mountain West Connection | 2 days ago | 0 reads
It is prospect list season! The Royals have a few names that rank highly on lists, providing reasons for optimism. But despite signs of improvement, it is clear that the team still needs more progress to become a sustainable winner. Baseball America is the gold standard of prospect lists, release their 2026 update last week. […]
From Royals Review | 2 days ago | 0 reads
A year ago around this time, Northwestern baseball fans were trying to convince themselves it couldn’t get any worse as they prepared for the 2025 season. After back-to-back campaigns where the Wildcats posted their lowest Big Ten win percentages since 1970, to say Ben Greenspan’s squad bounced back would be an understatement. 2025 was nothing […]
From Inside NU | 2 days ago | 0 reads
Despite wild and constant change in recent years, defensive coordinator Patrick Graham has been a constant for the Las Vegas. That is no longer the case. According to multiple reports, Graham has agreed to become the defensive coordinator of the Pittsburgh Steelers, which has been expected in recent days. So, the Raiders will have a […]
From Silver And Black Pride | 2 days ago | 0 reads
Mike McCarthy continues to build his coaching staff after being introduced as the head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers. After naming Adam Henry the wide receivers coach, McCarthy has found a new offensive line coach, hiring James Campen. “The Steelers are set to hire veteran offensive line coach James Campen, sources tell CBS Sports,” Matt […]
From Behind the Steel Curtain | 2 days ago | 0 reads
Northwestern tennis brought the brooms out last weekend, with the women’s side sweeping UIC, while the men’s side swept a doubleheader against IU Indy and Cleveland State. For women’s tennis, this was the sixth consecutive season where the Wildcats have won their home opener, and their 4-0 record marks their strongest start to the season […]
From Inside NU | 2 days ago | 0 reads
Today, North Carolina announced the signing of former Texas Longhorn and Napoli defender, Cameron Brooks. The permanent transfer was completed for an agreed-upon fee, and the contract runs through 2027 with an option for 2028. “Cameron has worked hard to earn this opportunity, and we’re delighted to welcome her to NC Courage. She’s hungry, motivated, […]
From All For XI | 2 days ago | 2 reads
Tuesday evening saw New Jersey Devils General Manager Tom Fitzgerald finally begin to correct a years old mistake now when it was announced that Ondrej Palat would be held out of the game for “roster related reasons” which usually means a trade is coming. By the time the first period came to an end on […]
From All About The Jersey | 2 days ago | 0 reads
The Pittsburgh Steelers enter another offseason with questions at quarterback. Aaron Rodgers is coming off a respectable season that ended with the Steelers winning the AFC North, and his long-time head coach with the Green Bay Packers, Mike McCarthy, is now the head coach in Pittsburgh. During his introductory press conference, McCarthy said he “definitely” […]
From Behind the Steel Curtain | 2 days ago | 0 reads
San Francisco 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan has an opportunity in the coming days or weeks to get outside of his comfort zone. For now, it seems like Shanahan is going to hire soon-to-be 60-year-old Gus Bradley to be his defensive coordinator. Bradley, a holdover from the Legion of Boom days in Seattle, spent this […]
From Niners Nation | 2 days ago | 0 reads
The Houston Texans have made their first significant staff changes of the 2026 offseason. KPRC’s Aaron Wilson reports that the team is moving on from tight ends coach Jake Moreland, assistant linebacker coach Ben Bolling, and offensive assistant Mike Snyder: All three coaches have spent multiple years on Houston’s staff, and now all will be […]
From Battle Red Blog | 2 days ago | 0 reads
The Arizona Cardinals coaching search could stretch through the Super Bowl. In a recent report, coming out late last night, the team has scheduled another interview with Klint Kubiak, the Seattle Seahawks offensive coordinator. So, the Cardinals have been waiting and taking their time trying to get another shot at Kubiak, but so are the […]
From Revenge of the Birds | 2 days ago | 0 reads
As the candidates for the Eagles offensive coordinator position lean more toward the inexperienced over the past few days — with both Jim Bob Cooter and Sean Mannion getting second interviews — a new report by Adam Schefter suggests head coach Nick Sirianni could resume play calling duties if needed. “They have Nick Sirianni who […]
From Bleeding Green Nation | 2 days ago | 0 reads
The Atlanta Hawks (24-25) will look to continue a four-game winning streak when they host the Houston Rockets (28-17) on Thursday, January 29, 2026 at State Farm Arena as 3.5-point underdogs. The contest airs at 8 p.m. ET on FDSSE and SCHN. The matchup has an over/under set at 224.5 points. Check out below to dig into the best bets you can make on Thursday’s game, based on our computer predictions. How to Bet on Rockets vs. Hawks Pick the Hawks (+3.5) to Cover The Rockets are 21-24...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | 2 days ago | 0 reads
The three-point shot seemed like the reason UCF was on its way to a loss against Arizona State, but the Knights could not miss to end the game in their slim 79-76 victory over the Sun Devils. UCF made just 2 of its first 17 three-point attempts, but nailed all of its final five attempts […]
From Black & Gold Banneret | 2 days ago | 0 reads
The Edmonton Oilers and San Jose Sharks face off on Thursday at Rogers Place in Edmonton, and the bookmakers fancy the home team (-198) over the visitor (+163). Watch the NHL on Fubo! Oilers vs. Sharks Favorite, Moneyline, Total Favorite: Oilers (-198) Underdog: Sharks (+163) Total: 6.5 Best Oilers vs. Sharks Promo Codes How to Watch Oilers vs. Sharks Date: Thursday, January 29, 2026 Time: 9 p.m. ET How to watch on TV: ESPN+ Location: Edmonton, Alberta Venue: Ro...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | 2 days ago | 0 reads
The sportsbooks prefer the Vegas Golden Knights on home ice (-127) over the Dallas Stars (+106) when they meet on Thursday, Jan. 29 at 10 p.m. ET. Watch the NHL on Fubo! Golden Knights vs. Stars Favorite, Moneyline, Total Favorite: Golden Knights (-127) Underdog: Stars (+106) Total: 6 Best Golden Knights vs. Stars Promo Codes How to Watch Golden Knights vs. Stars Date: Thursday, January 29, 2026 Time: 10 p.m. ET How to watch on TV: ESPN+ Location: Paradise, Nevada...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | 2 days ago | 0 reads
The Seattle Kraken and Toronto Maple Leafs face off on Thursday at Climate Pledge Arena in Seattle, and the bookmakers have the home team at -111 and the visitor at -109. Watch the NHL on Fubo! Kraken vs. Maple Leafs Favorite, Moneyline, Total Favorite: Kraken (-111) Underdog: Maple Leafs (-109) Total: 6.5 Best Kraken vs. Maple Leafs Promo Codes How to Watch Kraken vs. Maple Leafs Date: Thursday, January 29, 2026 Time: 10 p.m. ET How to watch on TV: ESPN+ Location...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | 2 days ago | 2 reads