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The Pittsburgh Steelers drafted Kaden Wetjen earlier than most expected, including himself. But coming into the draft with a major need for a return man, the Steelers didn’t let Wetjen pass them up in the fourth round. So far in training camp, special teams coordinator Danny Crossman has been impressed by Wetjen. “A lot of […]
And then there were four. After winning their first two games of the WCWS, the Crimson Tide sits in an enviable position of having no losses in a double-elimination bracket. Should Alabama top Texas Tech Monday evening, they move onto the Finals. If the Red Raiders were to prevail (BANNED!), the two teams would play […]
The Cracker Barrel 400 delivered everything NASCAR fans could want on Sunday night at Nashville Superspeedway: aggressive racing, strategy battles, late-race drama, and another victory for Denny Hamlin. It also produced one of the biggest technical storylines to emerge from the race. As the laps clicked away, brake issues became an increasingly common topic throughout […] The post One Problem Kept Derailing NASCAR’s Top Drivers at Nashville appeared first on HEAVY .
Always look on the bright side of LIFE! While the Astros are in the throws of another slow start, despite some recent success there aren’t many Astros fans who see any trends going in the right direction. The Clubhouse would tell you a different. Here are a few of those bright spots: “I know it […]
The Warriors continue evaluating talent ahead of the NBA Draft, bringing in six prospects for workouts as Golden State prepares to make picks No. 11 and No. 54. The post Warriors Host New Group of NBA Draft Prospects Ahead of Picks No. 11 and No. 54 appeared first on HEAVY .
The Suns have guaranteed Oso Ighodaro‘s $2.3MM contract for the 2026/27 season, reports Bobby Marks of ESPN (via Twitter). Ighodaro’s contract for next season was previously partially guaranteed for $250K and would have increased to $500K if he was still on the team on the first day of the regular season. He won’t have to […]
Former Kentucky Wildcats standout Randall Cobb has been named to the 2027 ballot for consideration for induction into the College Football Hall of Fame. Cobb is one of 80 players and nine coaches from the Football Bowl Subdivision and 99 players and 39 coaches from the divisional ranks. Cobb, a native of Alcoa, Tennessee, was […]
NBA trade rumors continue to link the Portland Trail Blazers to the Giannis Antetokounmpo Sweepstakes. In the latest example, The Stein Line’s Marc Stein reported Monday that the Blazers and their old trade-negotiation foe, the Miami Heat, are both vying to land the Milwaukee Bucks superstar (subscription required). More and more, with sources saying Miami […]
Myles Garrett being traded to the Rams is a cataclysmic event for the NFL, with winners and losers spreading well beyond LA and the Cleveland Browns.
A.J. Brown broke his silence after joining the Patriots, sharing a heartfelt message with fans following the blockbuster trade. The post A.J. Brown Breaks Silence With Heartfelt Message After Patriots Trade appeared first on HEAVY .
The Indiana Fever find themselves a middling 4-4 as they tumble into the middle of the WNBA Eastern Conference pack. Much of the attention during those struggles has been put on Caitlin Clark, especially her defensive liabilities. Questions over when she’s going to turn her star power into championships are beginning to nip at her…
The Carolina Hurricanes and Vegas Golden Knights have had some hot performances from their players to get to the Stanley Cup final. Adam Proteau lists a hot and cold player per team.
Look at how most NASCAR drivers celebrate their first Cup win. Usually, it’s pretty standard: a smoky burnout on the frontstretch and maybe a wave here and there toward the sponsor boxes. But Carson Hocevar isn’t one of those drivers. After winning at Talladega, he nearly gave his team a heart attack as he climbed […] The post “Rusty Wallace Was the Last”- Cup Star Shattering NASCAR’s Traditional Boundary Has Fox Broadcaster Calling Out Entire Garage appeared first on EssentiallySports .
Tarik Skubal joins the Detroit Tigers‘ IL, killing their postseason chances. Set to become a free agent after this season, the Tigers will benefit the most from a trade. And one MLB insider feels a blockbuster trade will happen at the trade deadline on August 3. Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic opined that if the […] The post Tigers Set to Lose Tarik Skubal as Detroit’s Playoff Hopes Turn Bleak, Per Insider appeared first on EssentiallySports .
Former IU basketball guard Lamar Wilkerson addressed the media on Monday afternoon following a workout for the Golden State Warriors. Wilkerson addressed a variety of topics, including his journey through college basketball, what he’s hearing about his chances to get ... The post Q & A: Former IU basketball guard Lamar Wilkerson addresses the media following NBA workout appeared first on Inside the Hall | Indiana Hoosiers Basketball News, Recruiting and Analysis .
You better believe it! Maja Chwalinska is doing incredible things at Roland Garros, she's on her 7th win a row since starting in Qs two weeks ago. pic.twitter.com/mlj5XX33UZ — Jimmie48 Photography (@JJlovesTennis) June 1, 2026 This year, the quarterfinals in Paris are especially intriguing. Two of the hottest players on the clay tour, countrywomen Elina Svitolina and Marta Kostyuk, will compete for a spot in the semifinals. Svitolina prevailed over Belinda Bencic in the round of 16 (and delive...
The New York Yankees are a surging team in Major League Baseball, but that doesn’t mean they don’t have problems. However, all things considered, New York is one of the most complete teams on paper and a real threat to advance to the World Series. By now, the struggles of Ryan McMahon have been well […] The post New York Yankees’ $70 Million Player Remains ‘Biggest Problem’ appeared first on HEAVY .
Augusta National raised tournament ticket prices by $20 for 2026, and fans had thoughts. The club has given them nothing to complain about now, as the 2027 lottery is open, and applicants are expected to chase daily spots. Sports Business Journal’s Josh Carpenter posted the pricing breakdown on June 1, 2026, confirming that ticket prices […] The post Augusta National’s Latest Masters Ticket Decision Earns Rare Fan Approval: ‘Can’t Say Enough…’ appeared first on EssentiallySports .
Weeks of speculation finally came to an end on Monday: the New England Patriots have acquired wide receiver A.J. Brown in a trade with the Philadelphia Eagles. Brown doesn’t come cheap, costing the team a 2028 first-round draft pick plus a 2027 fifth-rounder. Even though he is getting up there in age, the soon-to-be 29-year-old […]
U. S. Soccer announced today that Houston Dash’s goalkeeper Jane Campbell will replace Manchester United’s Phallon Tullis-Joyce in the upcoming June camp in Brazil. The change comes after Tullis-Joyce got injured in the World Sevens Football tournament in London. This is a continuation of Campbell’s call-ups after being with the national team in April for […]
When news broke that AJ Brown had officially been traded from the Philadelphia Eagles to the New England Patriots after months and months of anticipation, it presented a whole new set of questions about the Super Bowl runner-ups. How would Brown’s game translate into Josh McDaniels’ offense? How many more elite years does No. 11 […] The post Field Yates breaks down Patriots Fantasy ramifications of AJ Brown trade appeared first on ClutchPoints .
Most celebrity kids learn early. They stay quiet, away from the limelight, and let the headlines die down if there’s a scandal that puts them under the spotlight. Preston Pippen, son of Scottie Pippen, sadly didn’t get that option. At 15, his parents’ marriage was falling apart, and the one place that should have helped […] The post Scottie Pippen’s Son Opens Up on Heartbreaking Childhood Scarred by Larsa Pippen’s Alleged Affair appeared first on EssentiallySports .
Clemson football delivered a new victory over Notre Dame to kick off June 2026. This one coming two days after landing four-star edge rusher Santana Harvey over the Fighting Irish. Now one more four-star arrives to Dabo Swinney and company, with Luke Starcevic joining the Tigers’ College Football Recruiting class. The 6-foot-6 talent confirmed his […] The post 4-star OL picks Clemson over Notre Dame, Kansas State appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Giants announced that they have selected the contract of infielder Buddy Kennedy. Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle noted that Kennedy was in the clubhouse prior to the announcement. They also announced their selection of right-hander Wilkin Ramos, a move that was previously reported. In corresponding active roster moves, catcher Jesús Rodríguez has […]
The Las Vegas Raiders are close to wrapping up OTAs before moving on to mandatory minicamp and then breaking for the summer ahead of training camp. So it’s still early in the process, but of course, the most popular player on the roster right now is the new quarterback and No. 1 overall pick of […]
The AJ Brown trade is official, and now the New England Patriots depth chart looks much better at the wide receiver position. The post How AJ Brown Trade Impacts Patriots’ WR Depth Chart appeared first on HEAVY .