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How Did Playing in Hartford Strengthen the Sun Legacy?
On May 2, the Connecticut Sun played at PeoplesBank Arena in Hartford for the final time. While the night ended with an 86-83 loss to the Dallas Wings, it certainly was a win for Connecticut basketball. Before fans even began filling the seats, Dallas Wings General Manager Curt Miller noted his predictions of it feeling […] The post How Did Playing in Hartford Strengthen the Sun Legacy? appeared first on The Lead .
The Yankees Can’t Keep Waiting for Aaron Judge to Save Them
For years, the Yankees have survived by leaning entirely on Aaron Judge. When Judge is healthy, there are a few players in baseball who can carry an offense as he can. He is one of the greatest right-handed hitters of this generation. He’s putting up seasons that share real estate with legends. Now, the New […] The post The Yankees Can’t Keep Waiting for Aaron Judge to Save Them appeared first on The Lead .
What Caused Cincinnati Reds to Go From First to Worst in Two Months?
Two months ago, the Cincinnati Reds entered the month of May first in the NL Central with a 20-11 record. Setting a franchise record for most wins before May, it felt like winning baseball was back in Cincinnati. Since then, the ball club has fallen to last in their division due to a miserable May […] The post What Caused Cincinnati Reds to Go From First to Worst in Two Months? appeared first on The Lead .
Can Chris Gotterup Beat Co-Sanctioned Field at the Genesis Scottish Open?
The PGA Tour travels overseas to The Renaissance Club in North Berwick, Scotland, this weekend. This event serves as a preview for the fourth and final major of the year, The Open Championship. Players will be using the Scottish Open to fine-tune their game on a course that plays similarly to The Open. Co-sanctioned with […] The post Can Chris Gotterup Beat Co-Sanctioned Field at the Genesis Scottish Open? appeared first on The Lead .
The St. Louis Blues Have a Logjam up Front
With a busy draft week and the start of free agency in the rearview mirror, the St. Louis Blues moved on from two forwards while adding four. In GM Alex Steen’s first weeks at the helm, many wonder if he has something bigger up his sleeve. As the 2025-26 season quickly devolved into one to […] The post The St. Louis Blues Have a Logjam up Front appeared first on The Lead .
Ivan Demidov’s Extension Reflects Canadiens’ Winning Culture
On July 1, the first day of NHL free agency, Ivan Demidov signed his first extension with the Montreal Canadiens. The Russian youngster signed an eight-year, $73 million contract. Demidov’s Impressive Rookie Season This signing comes after a strong performance in Demidov’s rookie year. In 82 games, Demidov led rookies in points with 62 and 19 goals. Demidov […] The post Ivan Demidov’s Extension Reflects Canadiens’ Winning Culture appeared first on The Lead .
How Will the Utah Mammoth Replace JJ Peterka?
On June 25, 2025, the Utah Mammoth swung for the fences by acquiring JJ Peterka from the Buffalo Sabres. To get the young winger, the Mammoth departed with fan favorite Josh Doan. In a previous article, the Lead discussed which team won that trade. It’s safe to say Buffalo did. Doan went on to have […] The post How Will the Utah Mammoth Replace JJ Peterka? appeared first on The Lead .
How Can the Dallas Cowboys Turn Their Defense Around?
Newly hired Cowboys defensive coordinator Christian Parker is entering this season with some of the highest expectations of any team that missed the playoffs last season. But why is that? It’s because of Parker and the changes he is making to the Cowboys’ defense. “You build it around the players,” Parker said of a defensive […] The post How Can the Dallas Cowboys Turn Their Defense Around? appeared first on The Lead .
Which NHL Franchises Have the Best Front Offices? Part 1
Of the 32 NHL teams, several front offices stand out amongst the rest. These organizations consistently make moves to put their teams in positions to contend for a Stanley Cup. Their general managers are bold, gambling and winning through free agency, trades and the NHL Draft. It should be no surprise that these teams are […] The post Which NHL Franchises Have the Best Front Offices? Part 1 appeared first on The Lead .
Which Prospects Could the Phillies Trade at the Deadline?
The MLB Trade Deadline sits just a month away, and rumors are already beginning to swirl. From players who could be traded to what contending teams will be looking for, there’s lots of excitement this time of year. The Phillies are currently sitting three games behind the Braves for the NL East lead and half […] The post Which Prospects Could the Phillies Trade at the Deadline? appeared first on The Lead .
Yaxel Lendeborg Is Already Fitting in Perfectly With Warriors’ Plans
Much pressure has been put on the Warriors to steady the ship amongst turbulent waves over the last few seasons. Missed playoff berths and underwhelming postseasons have dialed up the Warriors’ desperation to keep competitive basketball alive. Through just a few Summer League games, incoming rookie Yaxel Lendeborg is showing he will have a heavy […] The post Yaxel Lendeborg Is Already Fitting in Perfectly With Warriors’ Plans appeared first on The Lead .
Braxton Ashcraft Has Quietly Become the Pirates’ Best Pitcher
As we come to the midway point of the MLB season, the Pirates are hovering around .500, with many things to be happy about, but also to be upset about. One of the positive marks of the season has been Braxton Ashcraft’s pitching. The second-year pitcher has become a full-time starter for Don Kelly’s Pirates […] The post Braxton Ashcraft Has Quietly Become the Pirates’ Best Pitcher appeared first on The Lead .
The New York Jets Should Move to Long Island
The New York Titans played their first home game at the Polo Grounds on Sept. 11, 1960; they played on the field as renters, not owners. After a name change and 66 years as a franchise, the Jets still have the same problem: they are effectively homeless. The New York Jets have played in four […] The post The New York Jets Should Move to Long Island appeared first on The Lead .
How Were Bruins’ Matvei Kotkov, Yuri Ivanov First Steps in Boston?
This year, the Boston Bruins drafted more than one Russian player for the first time since 2002. Furthermore, for the first time since 1994, they selected a Russian goaltender. The Bruins surprised many fans with their second-round selection. Instead of addressing their blue line, as expected, Boston used the No. 56 overall pick on Russian […] The post How Were Bruins’ Matvei Kotkov, Yuri Ivanov First Steps in Boston? appeared first on The Lead .
How Did the Detroit Lions Rebuild Their Offensive Line?
The Detroit Lions’ offensive line just put together their worst season of the Jared Goff era, giving up 38 sacks, which set a new career high for sacks taken in a season for the 11-year veteran. On top of that, defenders hit Goff 117 times, which was also a career high for Goff and ranked […] The post How Did the Detroit Lions Rebuild Their Offensive Line? appeared first on The Lead .
Celtics Owner Bill Chisholm Says All the Right Things, But the Jury Remains Out
The Boston Celtics answered questions about trading Jaylen Brown for the first time on Monday, July 6. Last week, on Wednesday, July 1, the Celtics traded Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers. In exchange, they received Paul George, two first-round picks, and two second-round picks. President of basketball operations Brad Stevens and majority governor Bill Chisholm […] The post Celtics Owner Bill Chisholm Says All the Right Things, But the Jury Remains Out appeared first on The Lead .
Which Players Should the Orioles Target at the MLB Trade Deadline?
The All-Star break is creeping up, and America just celebrated its 250th birthday. While most people are embracing the heat and warm months, the Orioles have not. Since GM Mike Elias said the team would be buyers before the upcoming trade deadline on Aug. 3, the team has gone just 3-5 and continues to foil […] The post Which Players Should the Orioles Target at the MLB Trade Deadline? appeared first on The Lead .
Is LeBron James to the Nuggets a Real Possibility?
The time has come for LeBron James to begin his next, next, next, next chapter. After informing the Los Angeles Lakers that he would not be returning, fans everywhere have been speculating where LeBron could go. Many reports suggest that James would be willing to accept a veteran minimum contract. This means that he could […] The post Is LeBron James to the Nuggets a Real Possibility? appeared first on The Lead .
The Culprit of Yankees’ Recent Slide Is a Lack of Urgency
On June 24, after taking a series from the Tigers with reigning Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal on the mound in the rubber match, the Yankees were boasting a handsome 48-31 record. They were far and away one of the best teams in baseball — top of the American League in run differential, a deep […] The post The Culprit of Yankees’ Recent Slide Is a Lack of Urgency appeared first on The Lead .
The 49ers Need to Trade for Maxx Crosby to Get Over the Hump
For the past half decade now, the San Francisco 49ers have had trouble multiple times when it comes to getting over the hump of winning a Super Bowl under head coach Kyle Shanahan. Whether that is because of coach Shanahan’s late-game decision-making in big moments, the team blowing multiple ten-point leads in two Super Bowls, […] The post The 49ers Need to Trade for Maxx Crosby to Get Over the Hump appeared first on The Lead .
Does the Modern Athlete Have Control Over Their Image?
As the internet rewards engagement over substance, the rise in critical language has been exponential. Opinions and hot takes run rampant online, even influencing how modern television approaches controversial subjects. In some shows, such as ESPN’s Get Up, we see controversy become the objective rather than the topic to resolve. Is the age of clickbait […] The post Does the Modern Athlete Have Control Over Their Image? appeared first on The Lead .
Tramon Williams Leaves His Mark in Packers History
When you play for one of the most iconic franchises in sports, your name becomes part of history. The Green Bay Packers have been home to countless legendary players, each leaving a mark on one of the NFL’s most storied organizations. Packers fans have always embraced those who wore the green and gold. Remembering their […] The post Tramon Williams Leaves His Mark in Packers History appeared first on The Lead .
The Falcons Finally Show Full Trust in Kyle Pitts’ Future
On June 23, the Atlanta Falcons made it clear that Kyle Pitts remains central to their long-term vision. Atlanta agreed to a three-year, $54 million contract extension, including $36 million fully guaranteed, and stands as the largest three-year contract ever given to a tight end in NFL history. The extension shows Atlanta’s belief in the […] The post The Falcons Finally Show Full Trust in Kyle Pitts’ Future appeared first on The Lead .
The Atlanta Braves Were a Disaster In June
On June 1, the Atlanta Braves were 40-20. At that point, they had the best record in baseball and a comfortable 9.5-game lead in the NL East. Unfortunately, June was a disaster in more ways than one. The Braves went 9-14, and their lead in the NL East has been trimmed to just 2.5 games. […] The post The Atlanta Braves Were a Disaster In June appeared first on The Lead .
Oneil Cruz’s Injury is Saving Him From Breaking the Strikeout Record
Prior to injuring his hand, Oneil Cruz had been playing the best baseball of his career. Cruz is batting .264 with 14 home runs and 44 RBIs. The home run hitter has been a consistent force for the Pittsburgh Pirates, but he is struggling in one spot: strikeouts. Cruz ranked number one in total strikeouts […] The post Oneil Cruz’s Injury is Saving Him From Breaking the Strikeout Record appeared first on The Lead .
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