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2025 stats: 1.50 ERA, 4.61 xERA, 268 ERA+, 1.467 WHIP, 6.6 K/9, 6.0 BB/9 over 30 IP (36 G) At 6’5’’ and 270 pounds, subtleties aren’t really a strong suit for Erik Miller. His four-seam fastball averaged 97MPH in 2024 and he threw it half of the time he was on the mound. Against same-side […]
From McCovey Chronicles | about 2 months ago | 0 reads
So, this game seems big, doesn’t it? The “Vandy hasn’t played anybody” line should have been put to rest this week with UCF and SMU both entering the top 25. Beating Alabama… well, that would cement it. It would also put Vandy at 15-0. Let’s do it.
From Anchor Of Gold | about 2 months ago | 2 reads
The Tampa Bay Rays have claimed Taiwanese INF Tsung-Che Cheng from the Pirates, filling the final open slot on the 40-man roster. Interestingly, Cheng was designated for assignment to make room for Brandon Lowe, making him a sort of final piece of the trade. Cheng was signed in 2019 for $380,000 but did not make […]
From DRaysBay | about 2 months ago | 2 reads
The first coaches poll of the 2026 dual match season is less significant than ever after the ITA changed its ranking procedure for 2026. These rankings used to be a starting point for the computer rankings later in the season, but they no longer serve that purpose, with a new system in place that puts all teams on the same level when results are calculated.Yet for college tennis fans, there is
From ZooTennis | about 2 months ago | 2 reads
Arguably the biggest fight on the schedule has a working date and location, as Jake Donovan reports that undisputed super bantamweight champion Naoya Inoue and former three-division champion Junto Nakatani “is targeted to take place on May 2 at the famed Tokyo Dome.” This would mark Inoue’s (32-0, 27 KO) second appearance at the Dome, […]
From Bad Left Hook | about 2 months ago | 0 reads
The dynamics of the National League Central continue to shift as the St. Louis Cardinals continue their rebuild of their minor league system with many unknowns on their major league roster while the Chicago Cubs made a big trade for Miami Marlins pitcher Edward Cabrera. I first saw the news of this Chicago Cubs acquisition […]
From Viva El Birdos | about 2 months ago | 5 reads
The Arizona Cardinals are hiring their fifth head coach since I took over the site in 2016. After Jess left, I watched the Arizona Cardinals go from Super Bowl favorite back to the dregs of the NFL, it is always interesting to see how these things go. Think about this, the Arizona Cardinals went from […]
From Revenge of the Birds | about 2 months ago | 4 reads
Villanova Wildcats 12-2 (3-0) vs Creighton Blue Jays 9-6 (3-1) Where: Finneran Pavilion (Villanova, PA) When: Wednesday, Jan. 7 at 7:30 PM Betting Line: Villanova -5.5 (subject to change) How to Watch: Peacock How to Listen: Villanova Sports Radio Network Net Rankings: Villanova 18, Creighton 53 (Quad 2) KenPom: Villanova 22, Creighton 44 Torvik: Villanova 32, Creighton 43
From VU Hoops | about 2 months ago | 0 reads
Of the four Dodgers eligible for salary arbitration this offseason, relief pitcher Brusdar Graterol was the one with the easiest salary to predict. So perhaps it’s not a surprise that his one-year deal to avoid arbitration was the first one reported. Graterol will earn $2.8 million in 2026, per Robert Murray of FanSided and confirmed […]
From True Blue LA | about 2 months ago | 1 read
Overview. 2025 Review. Batting. Looking at his 2025 batting, the 2024 season is the most meaningful baseline for comparison purposes. The reason is that prior to the 2024 season, after shoulder surgery and rehab, he overhauled his swing to prevent reinjury to his shoulder. This AZ Snake Pit article expressed a concern about his […]
From AZ Snake Pit | about 2 months ago | 3 reads
Mizzou is adding to its offensive line depth by pulling from a conference mate. On Wednesday afternoon, Mississippi State offensive lineman Luke Work announced on Instagram that he plans to transfer to Missouri for the 2026 season. Work has been a constant presence on the Bulldogs line for the past two years, playing in 22 […]
From Rock M Nation | about 2 months ago | 1 read
On Wednesday morning, the Chicago Cubs began finalizing a long-rumored trade for Marlins starting pitcher Edward Cabrera. And in its wake, a smattering of high fives erupted across the greater Chicagoland area. The Cubs have finally landed their high-ceiling, hard-throwing, right-handed arm for the front of their rotation. But while that deal satisfied one roster need for the Cubs in the rotation, it potentially opened up another in the outfield. And that, in turn, could lead the Cubs bac...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | about 2 months ago | 5 reads
The MLB transaction schedule gets a bit wonky during the holiday season, especially around the waiver and claiming process. That made for an extra-anxious wait for both Keegan Thompson and Lyon Richardson when both were designated for assignment following the sigining of outfielder JJ Bleday and the acquisition of outfielder Dane Myers from the Miami […]
From Red Reporter | about 2 months ago | 4 reads
Mike McCarthy could be on his way back to the NFC East. The former Cowboys head coach is reportedly among those being interviewed for the New York Giants’ vacancy in 2026. After a five-year run in Dallas from 2020-2024, McCarthy was not brought back following a disappointing 7-10 season. While his Cowboys went 12-5 the […]
From Blogging The Boys | about 2 months ago | 4 reads
We’ve been discussing the Cubs’ reported acquisition of Edward Cabrera all day, and now the deal is done, as he must have passed the team’s medical examination. Here’s the return for Cabrera: Owen Caissie was the last guy still in the Cubs organization from the trade of Yu Darvish to the Padres, which happened just […]
From Bleed Cubbie Blue | about 2 months ago | 5 reads
Even as the Milwaukee Brewers have downplayed potentially trading ace Freddy Peralta, there’s reportedly growing interest among several contenders across the league. According to recent reporting from Ken Rosenthal and Will Sammon of The Athletic, the Dodgers and Braves have joined a group of teams — including the Yankees, Mets, and Red Sox — interested […]
From Brew Crew Ball | about 2 months ago | 8 reads
Holy smokes. The Chicago Cubs are finally landing their controllable starting pitcher in a trade. After months – years? – of rumors, it’s happening. From Bleacher Nation’s own Michael Cerami: BREAKING: Cubs are finalizing a deal to acquire SP Edward Cabrera from the Miami Marlins. — Michael Cerami (@Michael_Cerami) January 7, 2026 We’re still working on the particulars of the trade, but it’ll be out soon. Cubs Inching Toward Deal for Edward Cabrera Cabrera, who t...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | about 2 months ago | 10 reads
On Black Monday, the Arizona Cardinals severed ties with their head coach, Jonathan Gannon. On the very next day, an interview with DC Vance Joseph was scheduled. Then, the franchise contacted five more candidates in order to set up interviews, some via Zoom, while the others will come in since their teams did not make […]
From Revenge of the Birds | about 2 months ago | 2 reads
Even though we are past the point where Larry David says it is okay to say Happy New Year, we return to something that has ground my gears for a while during this lull in the offseason: my gripes with the FOX baseball broadcast. In what has unexpectedly and delightfully become an annual tradition (next […]
From True Blue LA | about 2 months ago | 0 reads
The Carolina Hurricanes (26-14-3) have -214 moneyline odds to win when they host the Anaheim Ducks (21-19-3), who have +178 odds, on Thursday, Jan. 8 at 7 p.m. ET on ESPN+. ESPN+ will air this Hurricanes versus Ducks game. Hurricanes vs. Ducks Game Info & Odds When: Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 7 p.m. ET TV Channel: ESPN+ Live Stream: Fubo Live Stream: ESPN+ Where: Lenovo Center in Raleigh, North Carolina Favorite: Hurricanes (-214) Underdog: Ducks (+178) Over/under: 6.5 ...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | about 2 months ago | 7 reads
A close NHL matchup is projected on Thursday when the New York Rangers (20-18-6) host the Buffalo Sabres (22-15-4) at Madison Square Garden. The Sabres are underdogs (-106 on the moneyline) against the Rangers (-114) ahead of the outing, which starts at 7 p.m. ET on ESPN+. You can watch the Sabres-Rangers matchup on ESPN+. Rangers vs. Sabres Game Info & Odds When: Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 7 p.m. ET TV Channel: ESPN+ Live Stream: Fubo Live Stream: ESPN+ Where: Madison Square...
From Bleacher Nation | Chicago Sports News, Rumors, and a Reasonable Level of Obsession | about 2 months ago | 5 reads
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the MLB. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Dodgers fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. There are still a few top-tier free agents still available on the open market. The Dodgers […]
From True Blue LA | about 2 months ago | 1 read
Add another team to the list of potential head coach destinations for Seattle Seahawks offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak. One day after the big decision to move on from Super Bowl champion John Harbaugh, the Baltimore Ravens are reportedly looking to interview Kubiak. The Ravens join the Arizona Cardinals, New York Giants, Atlanta Falcons, and Las […]
From Field Gulls | about 2 months ago | 7 reads
Sad news out of the Brewers farm system: Last Friday, Brewers pitching prospect Frank Cairone — a 6’2” lefty who the Brewers picked No. 68 overall in the 2025 draft — was involved in a car accident near his hometown in New Jersey. According to the local police, the crash occurred after a driver blew […]
From Brew Crew Ball | about 2 months ago | 4 reads
The Colorado Rockies have claimed right-handed pitcher Keegan Thompson off waivers from the Cincinnati Reds, the club announced on Wednesday. Having signed a split contract with the Reds in early November, Cincinnati had to expose the righty to the waiver wire, since Thompson is out of minor league options, before he could be removed from […]
From Purple Row | about 2 months ago | 1 read