Author: Mikesportz
The Detroit Tigers’ bullpen is on the edge of being one of the best in all of baseball; meanwhile, the Washington Nationals have struggled through the season and were amid a five-game losing skid on Thursday. The Nationals could have the reliever who would put the Tigers over the top and give the best of the American League more firepower as the stretch approaches. Right-handed reliever Kyle Finnegan was an All-Star last season, and while he is on an expiring contract, the Nationals could look to gain value out of him when the trade deadline arrives. After racking up 38…
Bills-Bears blockbuster trade proposal adds 18-TD missing piece to Chicago’s offense The Chicago Bears have been looking to upgrade at running back and a disgruntled Buffalo Bills star could be an option for them if he’s made available. While James Cook did show up to mandatory minicamp this week, he did not take part in practice as he continues to seek a new contract from the Buffalo Bills. Unfortunately for Buffalo, things are looking very shaky with its star running back who, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, is “unhappy” and has “disconnected” himself from the team and community. After that…
Following board approval Friday, Michigan State released contract details for new athletics director J Batt. He will have a $1.85 million base salary in the first year of the deal, and his buyout starts at $5 million for the first two years, as shared by The Detroit Free Press’ Chris Solari. Batt signed a six-year contract to take over as MSU’s AD, and the deal totals out to $12.6 million over that time. His salary increases $100,000 each year on July 1, and it will be up to $2.35 million by the time the contract expires in 2031. The deal…
Michigan State will pay its new athletic director more than double what it shelled out to his predecessor. J Batt, who was hired away from Georgia Tech earlier this month, signed a six-year contract that will pay him $1.85 million in base salary the first year. Annual $100,000 raises push the total to $2.35 million in its final year for a total of $12.6 million. The contract was formally approved by Michigan State’s Board of Trustees during a meeting on Friday in Traverse City and released by the university. It calls for Batt and president Kevin Guskiewicz to meet on…
After the Cleveland Cavs All-Star Darius Garland underwent successful toe surgery this week, many wonder what kind of pressure that puts on the front office to sign backup Ty Jerome, given that Garland could miss significant time. Jerome turned in his most impressive 2024-25 campaign, averaging 12.5 points on 51.6% shooting, including 43.9% from deep, 3.4 assists, and 1.1 steals per game. As Jerome enters free agency with the Cavs’ payroll on the verge of entering the second apron, it’ll be interesting to see how the front office proceeds over the summer as Garland’s surgery adds a new wrinkle, per The…
Indiana Pacers Coach Rick Carlisle Has A Stern Message For Tyrese Haliburton And Company He Dubbed OKC Thunder As A “Daunting Challenge” Indiana Pacers’ coach Rick Carlisle has been facing intense pressure to create history as the heated NBA Finals are on. The team is up against the Oklahoma City Thunder and none of them are baking down. For Carlisle, this is his sixth NBA Finals, and he believes his team needs to focus only on how they’re performing now, and it doesn’t matter how they performed in the past. The Pacers have put their heart and soul into the…
Tyrese Haliburton, Reggie Miller Share a Huge Hug After Pacers Pull Off Game 3 Win The Indiana Pacers took care of business on their home floor on Wednesday night, defeating the Oklahoma City Thunder, 116–107, in Game 3 to take a 2-1 series lead in the NBA Finals. Gainbridge Fieldhouse was absolutely roaring throughout the evening, and there were some familiar faces and basketball royalty in the crowd in Indianapolis, including Caitlin Clark and other members of the Indiana Fever, as well as Pacers legend Reggie Miller. After the win, Tyrese Haliburton and Miller met on the court and exchanged…
Bucks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo Throws Shade at Shams Charania with Tweet By BVM Sportsdesk, 3h ago Giannis Antetokounmpo recently sparked speculation after cryptically tweeting about missing Adrian “Woj” Wojnarowski the same day NBA insider Shams Charania suggested his future with the Bucks could extend into late summer. The exchange highlights the evolving dynamics in NBA reporting following Woj’s departure from ESPN, leaving Charania as a dominant source for breaking news. Giannis, who expressed a desire to win championships with the Bucks, seemed frustrated with how trade rumors and media portrayals, particularly from Charania, have impacted his image and commitment to Milwaukee.…
Florida Gators’ Carlin Hartman on Coaching, Recruiting & Being a National Champion! Take a deep dive into Florida Gatorsbasketball with Associate Head Coach Carlin Hartman, one of the most respected minds in college hoops. In this exclusive interview, Hartman shares his journey from standout player at Tulane to coaching elite big men across the country—and now helping lead the resurgence of Gators basketball in the SEC. With decades of experience at programs like Oklahoma, Columbia, UNLV, and now Florida, Coach Hartman unpacks his approach to recruiting, player development, and building a winning culture. He highlights how the Gators’ frontcourt became…
Angel Reese and the ‘Mebound’: Looking at LSU Tigers basketball legend, Chicago Sky star’s rebounding phenomenon The WNBA’s newest buzzword in 2025, “mebounds,” was coined by fans and amplified online, referring to Angel Reese’s uncanny knack for rebounding her own missed shots. It’s often used playfully. But behind the meme lies a concerning trend that started in her rookie season and appears to be continuing into her sophomore campaign. Based on data from the 2024 season, the relationship between Reese’s inefficiency and team struggles is undeniable. In the 12 games where Reese posted her lowest field goal percentages, the Chicago…