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With their backs to the wall in Game 5 of the ALCS, the New York Yankees responded in a legitimately historic way. Down 3-1 to the Houston Astros in the ALCS and already trailing 1-0 in a decisive Game 5, the Yankees stepped in against Justin …
Washington Nationals pitcher Max Scherzer has some time off before the start of the World Series, so he’s pumping up some of the other teams in the city. He just has to avoid falling down doing it. Scherzer participated in a ceremonial puck …
The Washington Nationals will go a full week between winning Game 4 of the NLCS and opening the World Series next Tuesday. Part of the challenge of such a layoff is keeping the team fresh while the ALCS carries on. Manager Dave Martinez revealed that …
The Chicago Cubs may have the best managerial position available this offseason, and it seems they might be leaning toward giving it to a first-timer. The Cubs have spoken to several in-house candidates like Mark Loretta and Will Venable, as well as …
NFL owners are willing to make significant concessions to players on two key issues after their annual fall meeting. According to Mark Maske of the Washington Post, owners are said to be strongly willing to take some disciplinary power away from …
Dwayne Haskins has been subject to a lot of criticism during his rookie year with the Washington Redskins, some of it seemingly from within his own organization. Haskins fired back at one criticism in particular on Friday. Amid the chatter about …
Sometimes, NFL players come out of nowhere to have successful seasons. In other cases, one might see it coming. Either way, the NFL breeds new stars every year, and they’re not just the top draft picks or highly-touted young talents. Sometimes, …
It’s safe to say Joe Maddon has big plans for the Los Angeles Angels. In his first conference call since being named Angels’ manager, Maddon said he intends to implement an “Angels Method” akin to what former managers …
Kyle Shanahan spent four years as the offensive coordinator of the Washington Redskins, and it sounds like he doesn’t have very fond memories of the experience. Shanahan, now head coach of the San Francisco 49ers, was asked Wednesday what his …
The Los Angeles Rams intend to have Jalen Ramsey available immediately after acquiring him. Coach Sean McVay revealed that the Rams plan to have Ramsey ready to play in Week 7 despite his month-long absence. The intent is for Ramsey to play Sunday, …
Veteran running back LeGarrette Blount may have a route back into the NFL with the Oakland Raiders. The Raiders, currently in the hunt for a running back, brought Blount in for a workout Wednesday, along with former Alabama running back Bo …
A new coach may be good news for Washington Redskins coach Dwayne Haskins. With Case Keenum out of practice Wednesday, Haskins was given the first-team reps during practice, and interim coach Bill Callahan spoke highly of the rookie’s growth. …
Umpire Jeff Nelson, who suffered a concussion during Game 3 of the ALCS, will not work the series any further. Major League Baseball announced Wednesday that Nelson will be replaced as crew chief by veteran umpire Mike Everitt for the remainder of …
The New York Yankees reportedly believe that the Houston Astros were stealing signs in a way that broke “unwritten rules” in Game 1 of the ALCS. According to Andy Martino of SNY, a Yankees coach noticed a whistling sound coming from the …
Seattle Seahawks coach Pete Carroll would not let an awkward end to Earl Thomas’ career with the team ruin future interactions. Thomas, now with the Baltimore Ravens, faces the Seahawks this weekend for the first time in his career. The last …
Members of the Washington Redskins are denying rumors of an impending Trent Williams trade — as far as they know. According to John Keim of ESPN, multiple sources within the Redskins said there is no Williams trade on the table “to their …
