Author: Mikesportz
It should not have sat well for most Los Angeles Lakers fans that their historic rivals, the Boston Celtics, now own the most championships by a franchise in league history. So, the first step in ensuring that the LeBron James and Anthony Davis-led squad gets back up on their feet is getting a head coach. JJ Redick still remains the frontrunner for the position. It was rumored that a deal would be done after the NBA Finals. What happened? Well, Shams Charania is one of the only few names who might be able to give a reliable answer. The Lakers…
The Boston Red Sox activated veteran right-hander Chris Martin from the 15-day injured list on Tuesday, according to a team release. Martin was placed on the IL with anxiety on June 5, retroactive to June 2. In a corresponding move, RHP Cooper Criswell was optioned to Triple-A Worcester. Criswell had a 4.15 ERA in 52 innings this season. Chris Martin Activated After IL Stint Martin last appeared on May 30 for Boston. Chatter began soon after that the veteran could hit the injured list due to undisclosed reasons . The team confirmed the move just under a week later, with…
After being sidelined for the New York Knicks‘ postseason run, Julius Randle was present for the Boston Celtics‘ Game 5, championship-clinching win over the Dallas Mavericks. He was invited to join the ABC broadcast as a guest analyst. Following the Celtics’ 18th-ever NBA Finals win, Stephen A. Smith said he expects more titles from the group. Randle responded, downplaying Smith’s comment, but giving Boston credit where it’s due. Yeah, well Stephen A., I’m not gonna sit here and say I expect a couple more titles from them,” Randle said. “I’m still playing. Credit to them, from the very beginning of…
The NFL offseason is nearly over and training camps around the league will eventually open and the road to the 2024 season will commence. For many teams, their rosters are set and they know the players they will have in camp next month. However, it seems the Giants are still rounding out their running back room. Also Read: 3 players New York Giants could sign with Darren Waller’s retirement money After losing Saquon Barkley in free agency to division rivals the Philadelphia Eagles, the organization quickly signed five-year veteran Devin Singletary. They also have second-year man Eric Gray and 2024…
Carter has been in the NFL since 2015 when he signed with the Baltimore Ravens as an undrafted free agent. With Tuesday’s news, the Bears are now his 10th NFL team. During his NFL career, Carter has returned a total of 250 kickoffs and punts in 94 games. As a member of the Las Vegas Raiders last season, he ranked 11th in the league in punt-return average (9.7 yards) and 13th in kick-return average (23.8 yards). Chicago’s decision to add Carter to its roster seems to be a bad sign for Bears wide receiver Velus Jones Jr., who has been…
Vancouver acquired the 6-foot, 190-pound blue liner from the Detroit Red Wings in exchange for a package of draft picks, including a first-round selection, last March. Hronek put up a career-high 48 points (five goals, 43 assists) in 81 regular-season games for the Canucks last season. He had 35 goals and 170 assists over 390 regular-season games in his six-year career with the two teams, and two points in 13 playoff games for the Canucks this year. The Red Wings originally picked Hronek in the second round (53rd overall) in the 2016 draft. Canucks general manager Patrik Allvin said the…
Josh Heupel has Tennessee rolling in the quarterback department for years to come. Five-star, former No. 1 overall player Nico Iamaleava will get his turn coming up this fall. Four-star passer Jake Merklinger is behind him, then attention turns to five-star 2025 commit George MacIntyre. The mid-state product committed to Tennessee back in the spring, choosing the Volunteers over the likes of Alabama, LSU, Clemson and several others. Per On3, MacIntyre ranks 17th overall in the class — the fourth ranked quarterback in the country and the top overall player in the state of Tennessee. ESPN took a deep dive…
In a heartbreaking turn of events, Tony Vitello, the renowned head coach of the Tennessee Volunteers baseball team, has been diagnosed with chronic cancer. The diagnosis came following a routine health check, which has left the sports community and fans reeling in shock and sorrow. Vitello, who has been a pivotal figure in college baseball, has garnered immense respect for his dedication and passion for the sport. Known for his strategic acumen and ability to inspire his team, Vitello has led the Volunteers to numerous victories and has been a beacon of leadership and perseverance. His unexpected diagnosis has cast…
Much talk has surfaced about the San Francisco 49ers and their public contract negotiations with star receiver Brandon Aiyuk, who is looking for a hefty raise with one-year remaining on his current contract. Aiyuk remains a top priority for the 49ers, who have seemed committed to working out an extension since the offseason began, but there are also other potential extension candidates that San Francisco could look to work out deals with. Other popular names include cornerbacks Charvarius Ward and Deommodore Lenoir, who both are on the last years of their respective deals. But, how about tight end George Kittle?…
Dallas Cowboys Hall of Famer receiver Michael Irvin was initially planning to use Game 5 of the NBA Finals between the Dallas Mavericks and the Boston Celtics as a soft opening for his new sports bar called Playmakers88 and to celebrate Father’s Day. He had also hoped for a Mavericks win in an effort to keep their title dreams alive. That was before Boston won in blowout fashion, 106-88, to clinch its 18th world title. But something put it on Irvin’s heart to share a family health crisis with his patrons at halftime. Irvin revealed that his wife Sandy, 58,…