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Apr 10, 2019; Houston, TX, USA; MLB Network broadcaster Bob Costas answers questions during an interview prior to the game between the Houston Astros and the New York Yankees at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images

MLB News: Bob Costas breaks silence on retirement, admits he lost his fastball

Oct 30, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriors head coach Steve Kerr encourages the team against the New Orleans Pelicans during the third quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images

Steve Kerr jokes about his Celtics fans 'welcome' after Jayson Tatum controversy

Oregon guard Deja Kelly is introduced as the Oregon Ducks host the Warner Pacific Knights in an exhibition game Friday, Nov. 1, 2024 at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, Ore.

Oregon's Deja Kelly pulled the most impressive double duty as player and reporter

Nov 4, 2024; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins (8) celebrates with teammates after scoring a touchdown during the first half against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

Missouri becomes 39th state to legalize sports betting

The Big Ten and SEC dominated the first rankings

First College Football Playoff rankings show it's a two-conference race

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Juan Soto headlines a strong group of free agents this winter

MLB free agency: Some of the top free agents entering the offseason

Juan Soto headlines, but there are a lot of solid free agents

Nov 4, 2024; Brooklyn, New York, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Ja Morant (12) drives to the basket against Brooklyn Nets center Nic Claxton (33) during the fourth quarter at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Ja Morant's multiple 360 layups leave Magic Johnson in disbelief

Ja Morant captured Magic Johnson's attention with his swaggy 360 layups vs. the Brooklyn Nets.

Oct 31, 2024; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Milwaukee Bucks head coach Doc Rivers watches during the first half against the Memphis Grizzlies at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Gilbert Arenas backs the Bucks to fire Doc Rivers after multiple 'f****d up' decisions

Gilbert Arenas thinks everyone is betting on the Milwaukee Bucks to fire Doc rivers.

Apr 28, 2024; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) looks on during a break in action in the second half against the New York Knicks in game four of the first round in the 2024 NBA playoffs at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

Joel Embiid set to suffer a $1 million+ setback amid three-game suspension

Joel Embiid will lose more than $1 million in salary following his three-game suspension as a result of berating veteran reporter.

Jayson Tatum handles the ball against the Atlanta Hawks.

Roundup: Jayson Tatum, Jerry Jones and the NFL trade deadline

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Oct 19, 2024; Tucson, Arizona, USA; Colorado Buffalos head coach Deion Sanders against the Arizona Wildcats at Arizona Stadium.

Colorado football claims two of top three spots in NIL athlete value rankings

The Buffaloes hold big sway on and off the field, per On3.

Sports Media

Feb 15, 2023; Jupiter, FL, USA; John Mozeliak, St. Louis Cardinals President of Baseball Operations, throws a baseball during spring training in Jupiter, Florida.

MLB free agent spending might be down this winter for one obvious reason

Kirk Herbstreit gives heartbreaking update on College GameDay's favorite dog, Ben

Nov 1, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Sacramento Kings forward DeMar DeRozan (10) dribbles against the Atlanta Hawks in the first quarter at State Farm Arena. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images

Lou Williams called out Drake after beefing with DeMar DeRozan

Pat McAfee during the Indiana versus Washington football game at Memorial Stadium on Oct. 26, 2024.

Pat McAfee reveals he turned down Donald Trump, Kamala Harris interviews

NFL

NFL Trade Deadline 2024: winners & losers

Oct 27, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara (41) runs the ball as center Connor McGovern (61) provides coverage against the Los Angeles Chargers during the first half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

The NFL lineman who's the heir to a $500 million potato empire

Travis Kelce fan rescued by Taylor Swift's brother at Eras Tour concert (VIDEO)

Are Dallas Cowboys fans buying what Jerry Jones is selling?

NBA

Oct 26, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Dallas Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd against the Phoenix Suns at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Jason Kidd wants to be a sports team owner in Europe

Oct 28, 2024; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis (3) and forward LeBron James (23) walks to the bench during the first half against the Phoenix Suns at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

LeBron James gets furious over reporter's confusing Anthony Davis question

Nov 1, 2024; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) during the second half against the Charlotte Hornets at the Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Jayson Tatum debunks the theory that Lakers ever wanted to draft him

How to watch the Bucks vs. Cavaliers on Monday, free live stream, TV channel

MLB

Los Angeles Dodger Shohei Ohtani, wife Mamiko Tanaka and dog Decoy arrive at Dodger Stadium for the team’s World Series Championship celebration on Nov. 1, 2024.

Shohei Ohtani's memorabilia yields eye-popping numbers after Dodgers win World Series

Cole will remain a Yankee for at least four more years

Yankees, Gerrit Cole weird drama comes to an end

Sep 26, 2024; Oakland, California, USA; Oakland Athletics manager Mark Kotsay (7) speaks to the crowd after the game against the Texas Rangers at Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-Imagn Images

A's officially cut ties with Oakland but still refuse to embrace Sacramento

Republican candidate for U.S. Senate and baseball legend Steve Garvey participates in the 60th annual Palm Desert Golf Cart Parade in Palm Desert, Calif., on Sunday, October 27, 2024.

Steve Garvey, Tommy John among Baseball Hall of Fame's Classic Era candidates

Roundup

Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid dribbles the ball/

The Big Lead's Roundup: Joel Embiid, Dak Prescott and NCAA hoops are tipping off

The Los Angeles Dodgers celebrate after beating the New York Yankees in Game 5 to win the World Series.

The Big Lead's Roundup: A Halloween prank, World Series fallout and Week 9 of the NFL

Benched Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson is sacked by Miami Dolphins cornerback Jalen Ramsey.

The Big Lead's Roundup: NBA ratings, the Colts and embarrassing Yankees fans

Freddie Freeman celebrates after hitting a two-run home at Yankee Stadium.

Roundup: Freddie Freeman, "The Simpsons" on "MNF" and more NFL WR news