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New York Yankees second baseman Jazz Chisholm offered a lofty prediction for the 2026 season, but instead has started the season mired in a deep slump that has led to growing criticism. Chisholm said before the start of the season …

When the Vancouver Canucks fired Patrik Allvin, questions emerged about the timing of the move. There were plenty of other occasions in which the team could have made the move. For instance, the period last season following the disastrous J.T. …

Buffalo Bills general manager and president of football operations Brandon Beane spoke to the media on Monday, just three days before the first round of the NFL Draft kicks off on Thursday night. He discussed what he might do with …

The New York Knicks are preparing to face off against the Atlanta Hawks for Game 2 of the first round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs. Before the game, the Knicks got some surprising good news that might not impact their …

Jose Aldo spoke highly about Conor McGregor at his peak in the UFC. The former UFC featherweight champion pointed to two clear traits that set McGregor apart. He noted that the Irishman’s skills and gift for self-promotion made him a …

With the NFL Draft fast approaching, the Pittsburgh Steelers don’t have an answer at the quarterback position. While Aaron Rodgers remains unsigned, could Pittsburgh have its eyes set on using one of its 12 draft picks on a future starter at …

UFC lightweight champion Ilia Topuria went off on Arman Tsarukyan, saying he will break his jaw in the first round if they fight. Topuria faces Justin Gaethje in a title unification bout at UFC Freedom 250 on June 14 at …

Fans hoping for a resolution to the offseason drama between the Philadelphia Eagles and wide receiver A.J. Brown were sadly disappointed on Monday. ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported that though the Eagles and New England Patriots are at a standstill in …

The Cleveland Browns are positioned well to make a major move on the trade market ahead of, or during, the the NFL draft, which is exactly what the team is planning for just days out from Round 1. Jeremy Fowler …

There was a time, just 1 year ago, when Clemson quarterback Cade Klubnik seemed like a sure bet to be 1 of the quarterbacks selected in the 1st round of the 2026 NFL draft. Instead, Klubnik seemed to get exposed …

Indianapolis Colts general manager Chris Ballard met with the media Monday morning to answer questions ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft, which begins April 23rd. Among all the draft-related questions he received, he also cleared the air and provided updates …

The Los Angeles Dodgers placed Edwin Díaz on the 15-day injured list after a surgery to remove loose bodies in his right elbow. He is expected to miss the next three months at least. Dodgers closer Edwin Díaz is slated …

The excitement about playoff hockey returning to Buffalo reached a new level when the Sabres won Game 1 of their 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs series against the Boston Bruins on Sunday night. The Sabres seemed destined to flounder in their …

Outfielder Daulton Varsho is back in the Toronto Blue Jays lineup on Monday, April 20, against the Los Angeles Angels. The lefty has sat out the last two games due to a knee injury. He’ll hit seventh against left-hander Reid …

Draft week is finally here for the Chicago Bears after much anticipation over the past several weeks about how they will improve their roster for next season. The Bears won’t make their pick inside the top 10 for the first …

At Selhurst Park, Crystal Palace and West Ham United played out a tense 0-0 draw on Monday night. The Premier League match had energy and key moments, but neither side found the final touch. The result carried weight across the …

The Los Angeles Lakers, all things considered, are in a decent spot as they are up 1-0 in their first-round playoff series against the Houston Rockets despite not having Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves. While the Lakers wait for injury …

Atlanta Hawks guard CJ McCollum entered Game 2 preparation with a different tone after his Game 1 exchange with New York Knicks star Jalen Brunson. What began as a firm dismissal of wrongdoing shifted into a more measured response after …

The Los Angeles Dodgers will be without closer Edwin Diaz for roughly three months, reports Alden Gonzalez of ESPN. The All-Star reliever is slated to undergo surgery for loose bodies in his elbow. Now official: Díaz will undergo surgery on …

The Kansas City Chiefs are set to make two selections during the first round of the 2026 NFL Draft. That could change if they decide to trade up or down, but as of now they will pick ninth and 29th …

NBA pundit Bill Simmons made a shocking revelation that he changed his NBA Award vote for Sixth Man of the Year due to postseason play. Voters are only meant to factor in regular season play when making their votes for …

Illinois hopes to take the lead over Indiana in the Chicago Bears stadium battle with a new proposal that would give the NFL team property tax certainty, while also providing a statewide property tax relief sweetener. State Rep. Kam Buckner, …

A Joliet gym teacher is facing a litany of charges after being arrested while trying to meet with one of his 14-year-old students following months of inappropriate behavior being reported, according to Joliet police. Alex Buetikofer faces two counts of …

For all of its unblinking, real-world brutality, “Windfall” unspools with an ethereal, dreamlike quality, nightmares included. The drama arrives at Steppenwolf as a commission from Oscar-winner Tarell Alvin McCraney. As he did in the Tony-nominated drama “Choir Boy” and the …

PHOENIX — Mike Vasil did it all last season for the White Sox pitching staff, serving as a spot starter, long reliever, high-leverage man and closer. The former Rule 5 Draft pick has a new role this year, and certainly …

Whole Foods is planning to open grocery stores in the Wicker Park and Lake View neighborhoods. The Wicker Park location is set for 1200 N. Ashland Ave., the site of a former CVS at the intersections of North, Ashland and …

Apple CEO Tim Cook is stepping down from the job that he inherited from the late Steve Jobs, ending a nearly 15-year reign that saw the company’s market value soar by more than $3.6 trillion during an iPhone-fueled era of …

Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla explained to reporters why he believes the NBA Coach of the Year award needs changing. Mazzulla — along with J.B. Bickerstaff of the Detroit Pistons and Mitch Johnson of the San Antonio Spurs — …

The Atlanta Braves are about to make a decision that won’t look fair on paper. A former All-Star. A Gold Glove catcher. A respected clubhouse presence. And yet, Jonah Heim may be out of a job within weeks. According to …

New England Patriots corner Christian Gonzalez was present at the beginning of voluntary workouts on Monday morning. ESPN’s Mike Reiss reported this. Gonzalez, and a potential contract extension have been topics throughout the course of the offseason. In many cases …

The Houston Rockets could be on the verge of a major boost — but uncertainty still surrounds Kevin Durant as Game 2 against the Los Angeles Lakers approaches. After dropping Game 1 without their top scorer, the Rockets now face …

The New York Jets could crash the party. Insider Johnny Venerable revealed that the Arizona Cardinals have “already engaged in early trade discussions” with the Kansas City Chiefs for a potential blockbuster trade on Thursday, April 23. The Cardinals hold …

There are mere days left before the Las Vegas Raiders participate in the 2026 NFL Draft. While seemingly everybody knows that they’re going to select a quarterback in the first round, it’s much more interesting what they could do in …

On Tuesday night, the Texas Rangers will open up a new series with the Pittsburgh Pirates (at home). They are coming off a 5-2 loss to the Mariners (in Seattle). 5-Year Yankees Player Released By Texas Rangers GettyTyler Wade #14 …

The Atlanta Braves are rolling right now. Atlanta is just one of three MLB teams with 15 wins this season (Los Angeles Dodgers, San Diego Padres). On Monday, the Braves open up a four-game set with the Washington Nationals. Before …

The New England Patriots could be a possible fit for Arizona State OT Max Iheanachor. ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported this on Monday. Iheanachor has a bit of a unique history with the Patriots. He and coach Mike Vrabel, went viral …

Shedeur Sanders is heading into the offseason workout program as one of two QBs with the best chance to start for the Cleveland Browns, but his father Deion Sanders is still trying to put his thumb on the scale. Deion …

Ever since the Chicago Bears used the No. 10 pick on Michigan tight end Colston Loveland in the 2025 NFL Draft, the clock had seemingly been ticking on Cole Kmet‘s time in the city. But when Kmet addressed reporters Monday …

T he San Francisco 49ers solved their biggest issue this offseason. Entering the offseason in another contract standoff with star left tackle, Trent Williams, the 49ers and Williams were at an impasse in negotiations, mostly stemming from the high cap …