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Mookie Betts gives us another reason to bemoan ill-fated Red Sox trade

https://ift.tt/IxUvqMt Mookie Betts' latest comments are a reminder of the generational talent the Red Sox gave up back in 2020, John Tomase writes. from Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games https://ift.tt/k0anqNc

Transactions we missed: Dodgers resign Kershaw, Giants pursue Panda's vibes & Nationals' troubling sign

https://ift.tt/2dLatNH Jake Mintz & Jordan Shusterman catch up on a handful of baseball transactions they missed in February including Clayton Kershaw, Jorge Soler, Brandon Crawford and, of course, an update on the bad uniforms. from Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games https://ift.tt/CrAlPwk

Jets give QB Zach Wilson permission to seek a trade

https://ift.tt/L9D3MhU The 2021 No. 2 overall pick did not live up to expectations in New York. from Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games https://ift.tt/tPj1FpH

Ryan Poles details potential Justin Fields trade timeline should Bears opt for QB change

https://ift.tt/Oio4z8L The Bears are still early in the information-gathering stage of their QB decision. But if they decide to move on from Justin Fields, Ryan Poles plans to move quickly to do what's right by the young QB. from Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games https://ift.tt/EPAcamf

Why Giants signed two-time Gold Glove winner Ahmed to MILB contract

https://ift.tt/G30pVFJ The Giants on Monday added veteran shortstop insurance behind starter Marco Luciano. from Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games https://ift.tt/iO517dv

Eagles WR A.J. Brown on future in Philadelphia: 'I want to be here. It’s as simple as that.'

https://ift.tt/uaxcZqO Brown has delivered the two best receiving seasons in franchise history since the 2022 trade. from Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games https://ift.tt/E8m2K7C

From athlete to owner: J.J. Watt's second act across the pond

https://ift.tt/B9GhMEu Rising salaries and endorsement earnings have opened up a new opportunity for retired athletes: minority sports team ownership. from Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games https://ift.tt/6EC7eFV

Eagles WR A.J. Brown on future in Philadelphia: 'I want to be here. It’s as simple as that.'

https://ift.tt/GHSOUTz Brown has delivered the two best receiving seasons in franchise history since the 2022 trade. from Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games https://ift.tt/FTlVXOY

Predicting the landing spots for Cody Bellinger and the other top remaining MLB free agents

https://ift.tt/Cwe1jkW It may be late February and spring training may indeed be underway, but the offseason still feels incomplete for many teams around MLB as several high-end free agents remain unsigned. from Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games https://ift.tt/YmEzN6y

The saga of 'Sea-Level Cain,' a cautionary tale for Saturday's UFC Fight Night in Mexico City

https://ift.tt/mlGs8K7 In many ways, Mexico City’s environment is a force unto itself. That could be a huge factor Saturday night. from Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games https://ift.tt/lBcmKEj

Suns F Kevin Durant responds to Charles Barkley's 'he's not a leader' comment

https://ift.tt/2c1uYQK The Hall of Fame forward added during the All-Star Game broadcast that Durant is a follower. from Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games https://ift.tt/xKzAJSt

ESPN's Graziano believes Aiyuk trade ‘most likely' outcome for 49ers

https://ift.tt/7ZlQP2z ESPN's Dan Graziano believes trading Brandon Aiyuk is the 49ers' "most likely outcome" this NFL offseason. from Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games https://ift.tt/X0Ft1kh

Agent Scott Boras holds a full house of unsigned high-profile clients. Will MLB teams pay up?

https://ift.tt/x4uEep5 Five prominent free agents represented by super agent Scott Boras are unemployed with spring training underway. History indicates they'll eventually get paid. from Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games https://ift.tt/N7HPq8g

Red Sox star Rafael Devers calls out front office amid quiet offseason

https://ift.tt/IH1VbUa The Red Sox finished in last place in 2023. Their 2024 season isn't looking like it will be much better. from Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games https://ift.tt/pczjD37

Odds skyrocket for Bears to draft Caleb Williams amid Justin Fields' suspicious IG activity

https://ift.tt/xQeiAgr Oddsmakers took notice of Justin Fields' recent social media activity from Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games https://ift.tt/sV3oPqv

Is UFC 300 headliner a letdown, or should we all have known better?

https://ift.tt/Sm0Ndip Dana White has always tried to load up the UFC's century mark fight cards and made a big show of promoting them. The problem with UFC 300's main event is that reality didn't meet the outsized hype. from Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games https://ift.tt/BFNUzLj

Monday Leaderboard: Matsuyama rewrites Genesis, Spieth's DQ, Tiger's new woes

https://ift.tt/CjwBqJk A big Jordan Spieth misfire and an even bigger Hideki Matsuyama win — along with a quick Tiger Woods appearance — highlight the golf stories of the week. from Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games https://ift.tt/wLQ2c7a

Kim makes Genesis tee time after running to first tee

https://ift.tt/8xH6hTQ Kim was shown in a brisk trot to the first tee Sunday at Riviera. from Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games https://ift.tt/m1BzPGI

East Carolina's Parker Byrd makes college debut after losing leg in boating accident

https://ift.tt/b3xCve6 Byrd underwent 22 surgeries in 45 days. It didn't stop him from playing college baseball. from Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games https://ift.tt/njNMWR8

After Caitlin Clark's record-breaking performance, could anybody topple her mark?

https://ift.tt/LdZvYH8 Women’s college basketball is in good hands in the coming years, but matching Clark's scoring record is going to be a tall order for these young stars. from Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games https://ift.tt/liuQYjn

Jimmy Garoppolo reportedly suspended 2 games for violating NFL's Performance Enhancing Substances policy

https://ift.tt/zyofI0i Garoppolo played seven games with the Raiders last season. from Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games https://ift.tt/vxNiZAt

2024 Daytona 500 schedule: start time, TV info, weather forecast

https://ift.tt/viaxKGN The Cup field will start the season with one of NASCAR's crown jewels. from Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games https://ift.tt/N85QYqT

Warriors attempt LeBron trade, Knicks protest, Magic retire Shaq's number & All-Star thoughts | No Cap Room

https://ift.tt/F9WJhjK Yahoo Sports senior NBA reporter Jake Fischer and Yahoo Sports senior NBA writer Dan Devine get together to talk through the basketball news of the week, including a report that the Warriors tried to trade for LeBron James. from Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games https://ift.tt/qmP0ykL

Examining 49ers' potential DC candidates after Wilks firing

https://ift.tt/j4NVIB3 Here is a look at potential candidates for the 49ers' next defensive coordinator following the firing of Steve Wilks. from Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games https://ift.tt/8jIhder

Unranked Syracuse hands No. 7 North Carolina its 3rd loss in 5 games

https://ift.tt/sAhKumW North Carolina beat Syracuse by 36 in January. from Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games https://ift.tt/o8Lzf2V

What we learned as Splash Bros power Warriors' pivotal win over Jazz

https://ift.tt/8RxjLdo The Warriors went over .500 for the first time since Dec. 23 with their win over the Utah Jazz fueled by Steph Curry and Klay Thompson. from Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games https://ift.tt/J2or7KN

Report: Mike Zimmer's deal isn't done in Dallas; Cowboys have reached out again to Rex Ryan

https://ift.tt/cR30Z4L In Sunday's ESPN vs. from Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games https://ift.tt/VvIgtpH

Drake bets $1.15M on Kansas City Chiefs Super Bowl win inspired by Taylor Swift fans

https://ift.tt/FABdgn9 ‘I can’t bet against the swifties,’ Drake writes from Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games https://ift.tt/Lv1MPuw

Why Adam Schefter would be ‘surprised if Commanders trade for No. 1 overall pick

https://ift.tt/sG6XzeW NFL Insider Adam Schefter has a sobering update for Bears fans who are hoping the Washington Commanders are going to send a treasure trove of draft capital to Chicago to move up one spot to No. 1 overall in the 2024 NFL Draft. “They’re not inclined to give up whatever it’s going to take to get up to No. 1... from Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games https://ift.tt/7MOWogP

NBA Fact or Fiction: Did any trade deadline move impact the championship picture?

https://ift.tt/tTWbfB1 Each week during the 2023-24 NBA season, we will take a deeper dive into some of the league’s biggest storylines in an attempt to determine whether the trends are based more in fact or fiction moving forward. from Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games https://ift.tt/fZ2Few1

Phil Jackson tells hilarious story of Kobe trash-talking Michael Jordan

https://ift.tt/C0yQocA Phil Jackson recalled a meeting he set up between Kobe and Michael Jordan from Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games https://ift.tt/cJ4PFQx

Lakers reportedly looking for bold move this summer such as Mitchell, Young, Irving

https://ift.tt/pkIXMlw Lakers couldn't find trade at deadline but know they need a big move to return to contender status. from Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games https://ift.tt/QzIxVX9

Is Iowa's Caitlin Clark the greatest collegiate player of all time?

https://ift.tt/wNiZ0Y7 We take a break from Super Bowl coverage to remind you that Clark can break the women's DI scoring record on Sunday. How does she compare to other legends? from Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games https://ift.tt/arqZmkU

Path to Super Bowl repeat may go through Pacheco

https://ift.tt/5DMjxGW Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce are pillars of a dynasty. But Kansas City relied on Isiah Pacheco to reach Super Bowl LVIII, and he poses a problem for San Francisco. from Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games https://ift.tt/oSpTCU3

Bruins trade targets: Five forwards B's should pursue before deadline

https://ift.tt/kapF2Wo The Bruins could use a little more scoring depth for the playoffs. Here are five forwards worth pursuing before the March 8 NHL trade deadline. from Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games https://ift.tt/bFtmAng

NFL's first regular-season game in Spain to be played at home of Real Madrid in 2025

https://ift.tt/nzFCyxG Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce has already expressed interest in making the trip. from Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games https://ift.tt/Q8HcrPA

Tracking all the NBA trades leading up to Thursday's deadline

https://ift.tt/aOPgLWB Keep track of all the moves made ahead of Thursday's NBA trade deadline here. from Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games https://ift.tt/ZyvVS6G

Super Bowl 2024: Remember 'Belldozer'? Former Oklahoma QB Blake Bell found a long NFL career at TE

https://ift.tt/oSHx9OD Blake Bell was a memorable quarterback in college. from Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games https://ift.tt/uxXaEcy

Yankees projected to win AL East in PECOTA’s 2024 standings

https://ift.tt/QdG4WZA The latest PECTOA standings have been released and they project that the Yankees will win the AL East. from Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games https://ift.tt/wpEAcCV

Joel Embiid to undergo knee surgery, expected to miss extended time

https://ift.tt/Fb5nksO The procedure is expected to sideline him for an extended period of time. from Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games https://ift.tt/85Rcokd

NBA All-Star Game: Return to traditional format, no draft, Elam Ending eliminated

https://ift.tt/No1x76z The All-Star Game will pit the two conferences against each other in a traditional game once again this season. from Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games https://ift.tt/msMwRX8

Fantasy Baseball First Base Preview: Elite draft options at the position are scarce

https://ift.tt/DJ6aiZn Fred Zinkie offers a first base primer for 2024 fantasy baseball drafts, revealing his top options and some potential breakout candidates. from Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games https://ift.tt/UdEYl61

Elliott: The real reasons why Gary Bettman is letting NHL players back in the Olympics

https://ift.tt/Egqv8ce NHL commissioner Gary Bettman has thawed his stance toward NHL players competing in the Olympics, and there are a lot of good reasons for his reversal. from Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games https://ift.tt/5AFmkM0

Yankees’ Aaron Boone says Orioles acquiring Corbin Burnes could be a ‘bit of a problem’

https://ift.tt/bifHLU4 Yankees manager Aaron Boone gave his honest reaction to when he found out Corbin Burnes was traded to the Baltimore Orioles. from Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games https://ift.tt/DQCxrBY

McIlroy chats with Spieth after Spieth's PIF comments, group-text departure

https://ift.tt/u2cZs7f McIlroy reportedly left a group chat after Spieth's comments on a potential PGA Tour deal with PIF and then had an hour-long phone call with Spieth to clear the air. from Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games https://ift.tt/8OdWmTh

Retired QB Teddy Bridgewater beginning football HC role at alma mater immediately after Lions' season

https://ift.tt/hLrMe2G Teddy Bridgewater is already spending his retirement exactly how he said he would. from Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games https://ift.tt/RQ3Ps7w

SEC, Big Ten uniting to tackle pervasive issues in college athletics — 'Pressures are mounting'

https://ift.tt/dZ4tmPv Amid one of the most pivotal times in college athletics, the SEC and Big Ten are creating a joint advisory group to address the turmoil enveloping the industry. from Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games https://ift.tt/tJbdV4A

Bears select quarterback, but not Caleb Williams, in new mock draft

https://ift.tt/3ZwjaUo It’s the Wednesday of Senior Bowl week. Just as good a time as any for a midafternoon mock draft. I’ve mocked Caleb Williams to the Bears with the No. 1 overall pick several times recently, so I’m going to mix it up this time around. Given the pre-draft discourse up to this point, it feels unlikely that anyone other than... from Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games https://ift.tt/s3p0jD7

Giants trade Stripling, cash to Athletics for utilityman Cox

https://ift.tt/xYpq9Pw The Giants and Athletics completed a trade on Friday involving right-handed pitcher Ross Stripling. from Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games https://ift.tt/RDek8wS

How freshman Madison Booker kept No. 12 Texas on course after Rori Harmon’s injury

https://ift.tt/sV3X5lg Texas faces No. 13 Baylor on Thursday and No. 2 Kansas State on Sunday in one of their toughest two-game stretches of the season. from Yahoo! Sports - News, Scores, Standings, Rumors, Fantasy Games https://ift.tt/4ixmZYn