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Mike Trout reportedly FaceTimed with Ohtani to recruit him to Angels

Shohei Ohtani apparently had at least one prominent member of the Los Angeles Angels in his ear as he made his free agent decision. According to ESPN’s Buster Olney, Ohtani FaceTimed with star center fielder Mike Trout during the week to try to …

Jay Bruce

Report: Giants could turn to Jay Bruce, JD Martinez after missing Stanton

The San Francisco Giants are being forced to move to Plan B after losing out on Giancarlo Stanton. Reports indicate that the Giants have looked at slugging free agent outfielders such as Jay Bruce and J.D. Martinez, having prepared for the …

Jon Gruden

Jon Gruden on coaching rumors: ‘I can’t control all the reports’

The annual run on Jon Gruden rumors is already in progress, meaning the coach-turned-broadcaster is once again addressing his future in the game. One rumor that has popped up recently is that Gruden will return to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers if coach …

Cleveland Browns

Fritz Pollard Alliance chairman: Browns followed Rooney Rule, failed to report it

The Cleveland Browns did follow Rooney Rule procedure in hiring their new general manager — they just forgot to report it. John Wooten, the chairman of the Fritz Pollard Alliance, had been very critical of the Browns for their apparent failure …

JJ Watt injury

JJ Watt unsure if he will be back in time for OTAs

J.J. Watt is still coming along slowly from his season-ending leg injury. Watt said Friday that he still anticipates being ready for the start of the 2018 season — but isn’t sure about offseason OTAs. J.J. Watt said he’ll be back for next …

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Report: Browns waiving WR Kenny Britt

The Cleveland Browns are putting a major free agent bust behind them. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the Browns are waiving wide receiver Kenny Britt, who has been a massive disappointment after signing with the team during the offseason. …

Shohei Otani

Report: MLB expected to investigate Shohei Ohtani signing

Major League Baseball is on heightened alert as to any potential wrongdoing in the courtship of Shohei Ohtani. ESPN’s Buster Olney reported Friday that the Ohtani recruitment has been given “extraordinary scrutiny” by the league …

Shohei Otani

Shohei Ohtani signing with Angels

Highly-touted Japanese free agent Shohei Ohtani is going to be a Los Angeles Angel. In a statement released by Ohtani’s representatives, they confirmed that Ohtani, the 23-year-old two-way star, has decided to sign with the Angels after an …

Eric Hosmer

Eric Hosmer reportedly visited Padres on Thursday

One of the most sought-after MLB free agents on the market is beginning to seriously look over his options. First baseman Eric Hosmer traveled to San Diego on Thursday to visit with the Padres, according to Jon Heyman of FanRag Sports. The Padres …

Brandon Peters

15 players to watch during bowl season

The entire slate of bowl games has been unveiled, and it includes a lot of interesting matchups. Even beyond the College Football Playoff, there are a lot of elite players across the board. Some of them will be playing their final games at their …

Willie Taggart

Oregon players rip Willie Taggart, say he lied about Florida State interest

Willie Taggart has maintained that he was open, honest, and transparent with everyone at Oregon as he contemplated and eventually took the job at Florida State. Those at Oregon, however, seem to feel differently. During his introductory press …

Giancarlo Stanton

Giants GM confirms team has preliminary agreement on Giancarlo Stanton trade

The San Francisco Giants have a tentative agreement in place for a Giancarlo Stanton trade, according to general manager Bobby Evans. Evans told John Shea of the San Francisco Chronicle that an agreement is in place with the Miami Marlins, though …

Ryan Shazier back

Ryan Shazier able to return to Pittsburgh for further evaluation

There is at least some good news on Pittsburgh Steelers linebacker Ryan Shazier. In a statement released by the Steelers, it was announced that Shazier is well enough that he was able to be moved from Cincinnati to Pittsburgh for further testing and …

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Bengals place rookie wide receiver John Ross on injured reserve

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver John Ross’s disappointing rookie season is officially over. The Bengals placed Ross on injured reserve on Wednesday, with the rookie suffering an injury-plagued season in which he had just one touch. Bengals …

Isaiah Thomas Cavs

LeBron James uses NBA 2K to visualize playing with Isaiah Thomas

LeBron James is just like us. The Cleveland Cavaliers star admitted he has begun to visualize how his team will look and play once injured point guard Isaiah Thomas gets healthy — by playing NBA 2K. LeBron James says he's already visualized …

Steve Kerr

Steve Kerr thinks Stephen Curry injury is ‘good thing’ for Warriors

On the surface, Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry being out for at least two weeks isn’t good news for the team. Coach Steve Kerr, however, has found the silver lining. Kerr said Wednesday that he believes the Curry injury could prove …

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