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Breaking News: Reds Acquire LHP/CL Taylor Rogers, Bolstering Bullpen The Cincinnati Reds have made a significant move to strengthen their bullpen, acquiring left-handed reliever/closer Taylor Rogers from the San Francisco Giants. This move adds a critical piece to the Reds’ relief corps, providing manager David Bell with increased flexibility and options for high-leverage situations. Rogers, 32, has been one of the most consistent and reliable relievers in the majors over the past five seasons. Since 2018, he has posted a 2.93 ERA, 1.10 WHIP, and 11.5 K/9 across 271 appearances. Rogers has also demonstrated exceptional versatility, capable of handling both…
Georgia football’s program value ranks among the best in the nation with The University of Georgia’s football program continues to solidify its status as one of the most valuable in college football. According to a recent study reported by The Wall Street Journal, Georgia ranks fourth in the nation with an estimated program value of $1.348 billion. The study, conducted by financial analyst Ryan Brewer, evaluates programs based on revenue, profitability, and overall market value, similar to how professional sports franchises are assessed. Top Four Most Valuable Programs Ohio State – $1.957 billion Texas – $1.897 billion Michigan – $1.655 billion Georgia – $1.348…
Budweiser Canada has come to the defense of a Toronto Maple Leafs fanafter he was told to stop posting videos that didn’t feature the team’s beer sponsor. Kurtis Stevenson, known as “Kurtis from Alberta,” is popular for sharing videos of himself drinking beer in his Leafs-themed home while wearing hockey gear. However, the Toronto Maple Leafs, who are partnered with Molson Coors, flagged his videos because they didn’t feature their sponsor’s beer. Stevenson shared his frustration online, saying he was told to only post videos with Molson Coors products. “My heart and spirit broke today,” Stevenson wrote. “Unfortunately I have…
NEW YORK (Jan. 8, 2025) – For the first time in League history, the National Hockey League (NHL) will host outdoor hockey in Florida. Celebrating the explosive growth of hockey in Florida over the last three decades, the League will stage two outdoor games in the Sunshine State during the 2025-26 season. The 2026 Discover NHL Winter Classicwill feature the Florida Panthers hosting the New York Rangers at loanDepot park, home of Major League Baseball’s Miami Marlins, on Jan. 2, 2026 while the Tampa Bay Lightning will host the Boston Bruins in the 2026 Navy Federal Credit Union NHL Stadium…
Nick Sorensen, a former Seattle Seahawks assistant coach, is reuniting with Brian Schottenheimer with the Dallas Cowboys. For eight seasons, former Seattle Seahawks assistant coach Nick Sorensen ascended the coaching tree under Pete Carroll. Now, he’s reuniting with Dallas Cowboys head coach Brian Schottenheimer as the team’s special teams coordinator. Sorensen, 46, was with the Seahawks from 2013-20 and was the team’s assistant special teams coach during each of their Super Bowl appearances in the 2013 and 2014 seasons. By 2020, Sorensen was Seattle’s secondary coach and nickel specialist, working on the opposite side of the ball from Schottenheimer, the…
Kirby Smart Hit with Tough Injury News: Georgia LT Monroe Freeling To Miss Spring Football January 28, 2025 | 12:48 PM EST Kirby Smart faces tough news as Georgia LT Monroe Freeling will miss spring football due to injury. See how it might impact the team’s preparations. Despite clinching the SEC Championship and securing a spot in the 2024 College Football Playoff, the Georgia Bulldogs’ season didn’t entirely go as planned. They now face some unexpected hurdles, as offensive lineman Monroe Freeling suffered a major injury. Monroe Freeling Leaves Georgia’s Spring Football Plans in Question Freeling, who started at left tackle…
The Detroit Red Wings’ even strength scoring is broken, and head coach Derek Lalonde mixed up the lines to fix that. First, one line remains untouched from Lalonde. The trio of Michael Rasmussen, Andrew Copp, and Christian Fischer is intact. That line had the second most five-on-five minutes of all the lines last game. They were together on the ice for 10 minutes of the overtime loss to the San Jose Sharks. Dylan Larkin and Lucas Raymond are kept together, with Vladimir Tarasenko joining them on the top line. Marco Kasper, Patrick Kane, and Alex DeBrincat create the team’s…
Lucas Raymond is on fire, and is the third Red Wings player to hit the 20-goal mark this season. Todd McLellan compared him to Red Wings great Henrik Zetterberg. Brad Galli has more. Todd McLellan compares Lucas Raymond to Red Wings great Henrik Zetterberg Among all the things that have gone right for the Detroit Red Wings since Christmas, on an individual level, Lucas Raymond’s performances are at the top. The 22-year-old has 23 points spanning Dec. 27-Jan. 27, tied for second in the NHL with Edmonton Oilers superstar Leon Draisaitl (who the Wings will see Thursday) and Tampa Bay…
Detroit Red Wings Recall William Lagesson January 3rd, 2025 at 7:52pm CST • By Brennan McClain Defenseman William Lagesson will join the Detroit Red Wings for their game tomorrow night as an insurance option. The organization announced they’ve recalled Lagesson from their AHL affiliate, the Grand Rapids Griffins. Lagesson’s recall is likely in response to Jeff Petry‘s status tomorrow night. Petry sustained an undisclosed injury in the team’s recent win against the Columbus Blue Jackets last night limiting him to 17:17 of ice time despite averaging nearly 20 minutes for much of the season. Even if Petry’s injury keeps…
NHL News: Red Wings HC Todd McLellan makes powerful remark about star Lucas Raymond The Detroit Red Wings defeated the Los Angeles Kings 5-2 thanks to a sensational night from young star Lucas Raymond, after the game head coach Todd McLellan sent the 22-year-old a bold statement. Led by a sensational outing from forward Lucas Raymond, the Detroit Red Wingsclosed out a perfect three-game homestand with an impressive comeback win over the Los Angeles Kings. Just what the doctor ordered for Todd McLellan’s side as they fight to stay alive in the hunt for the playoffs in the NHL’sEastern…