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Florida Panthers Lose the Stanley Cup. For a Good Reason

The Florida Panthers had to give up possession of the Stanley Cup for a couple of days. But it was for a very good reason: Their names are being hammered into it.

British Grand Prix penalty set to be confirmed with driver braced for ’20-place’ grid drop

A massive penalty is poised to come one driver's way at Silverstone this weekend...

Ex-WWE star seemingly unhappy with his AEW run; says he should have been a world champion by now

A former WWE Superstar seemingly expressed frustration with his AEW stint and stated he should have become a world champion by now.

"He's the one player I would pay to see" - When Jerry West chose another Michigan State player over Magic Johnson

West paid the ultimate compliment to Michigan's star, but it wasn't Magic Johnson.

Mets To Save Significant Money Thanks to Former Ace's Injury Plagued Season

The New York Mets are set to save a good portion of money as a result of their former ace's injury plagued season.

2024 Paris Olympics: 10 Pro Wrestlers Who Have Competed For Gold, From Kurt Angle To Ronda Rousey

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What teen LeBron James said after being compared to Kobe Bryant: "I don't want to be Kobe, I want to be LeBron"

16-year-old LeBron was already on top of the world.

5 Reasons Why The Los Angeles Lakers Can’t Get Any Star Player In The Market

Despite their storied history, the Los Angeles Lakers are struggling to secure top-tier talent this offseason.

Lions roster preview: Pro Bowler Kevin Zeitler strengthens already strong group

Zeitler has started more games than any other offensive lineman since he entered the league and has been among the best at his position.

The Yankees’ offense is being dragged down by 3 players

The Yankees still maintain one of the best statistical offenses in baseball, but over the past few weeks, their rankings […]

Despite Signing the Biggest Contract In NBA History, Jayson Tatum’s Mom Won’t Allow Him to Spend His Celtics Money, ‘Everything Goes Through Her’

At 26, Jayson Tatum became the highest-paid player in NBA history when he signed a five-year, $314 million contract extension with the Boston Celtics in […] Despite Signing the Biggest Contract In NBA History, Jayson Tatum’s Mom Won’t Allow Him to Spend His Celtics Money, ‘Everything Goes Through Her’

Who Has The Most Gold Medals In Olympics History?

With the Olympics around the corner, we look forward to seeing which athletes are going to take home the gold medals in each discipline. Some athletes made a habit of winning gold at the Summer Games, so here are the athletes with the most gold medals in history. US swimmer Michael Phelps won 28 medals throughout his Olympic career, 23 of which were gold, which he collected between 2004 and 2016. Soviet gymnast Larisa Latynina and Finnish runner Paavo Nurmi are among a group of athletes tied for second with nine gold medals each. US duo Mark Spitz, who was the greatest US swimmer ever before Phelps entered the stage, and Carl Lewis have also received nine golds each. Jamaican sprinter Usain Bolt was able to win eight gold medals over the course of three games as he dominated the 100 and 200 meters for a decade. The United States’ Jenny Thompson, Ray Ewry, and Matt Biondi, Japan’s Sawao Kato, and Germany’s Birgit Fischer have also won eight golds.

Remembering 1999 Wimbledon champion Lindsay Davenport

Ross Chastain Going "Soft" Has the NASCAR Community Second-Guessing Deafening Silence

Trackhouse Racing's star driver suffered a heartbreak last weekend. The post Ross Chastain Going "Soft" Has the NASCAR Community Second-Guessing Deafening Silence appeared first on EssentiallySports.

Meet Atlanta Falcons 'Captain America,' Rookie LB Who Has Staff 'Very Excited'

Inside the origins of Atlanta Falcons linebacker JD Bertrand's unique nickname.

Inside the Life of Simone Biles, Team USA Gymnastics Superstar

In the lead-up to the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, this is everything you need to know about Simone Biles before she competes.

"I'll Get in Where I Fit": Mookie Betts Unloads On Shohei Ohtani Replacing Him as Dodgers' Lead-Off Hitter

"We just have to find a way as a collective unit to cover him," Shohei Ohtani said when his teammate Mookie Betts fractured his wrist. The post "I'll Get in Where I Fit": Mookie Betts Unloads On Shohei Ohtani Replacing Him as Dodgers' Lead-Off Hitter appeared first on EssentiallySports.

NFL Analyst Makes Bold Prediction For Steelers’ Justin Fields

The Pittsburgh Steelers overhauled their quarterback depth chart this offseason. Veteran Russell Wilson was signed after the Denver Broncos released him and is currently the starter.

Jim Ross says former WWE star is AEW's locker room leader: "He's kind of the rock, not Dwyane Johnson"

Currently aged 72, Jim Ross was the voice of WWE for several years. He is currently signed to AEW and fans of wrestling consider him a living legend.

Padres Daily: No regression; King’s lesson; Estrada’s recovery; Morejón’s confidence

Good morning from DFW, The Padres are home for eight games in the next 10 days. They will host the Diamondbacks, Mariners and Braves in the final stretch before the All-Star break. Then Jurickson Profar will head back to Texas to start in left field for the National League in the All-Star game on the same field where he and the Padres wrapped up a series win yesterday. It was a good few days ...

2024 MLB Mock Draft - Picks 1-30: Predicting Prospects' New Teams

Explore our predictions for the 2024 Draft, with elite prospects and how they match up with team needs. We give each team's pick ahead of the mid-July draft.

3 Eagles on the Trade Block Heading Into Training Camp

For the right price, the Philadelphia Eagles could be willing to trade these 3 players ahead of training camp.

Dak Prescott might have suffered big injury while being away from Dallas Cowboys

Dak Prescott might have suffered a huge injury while he was on vacation at Los Cabos. Terrible news for the Dallas Cowboys. Dak Prescott is about to start the most important season of his career with the Dallas Cowboys. After a loss in the playoffs against the Green Bay Packers, and no Super Bowl to show for, owner Jerry Jones decided to stop any advance toward a new contract for the quarterback. Then, Prescott decided to use all his leverage in...

A Braves-Cubs trade for elusive fifth starter with Chicago faltering

The Chicago Cubs are definitely going to be sellers at the trade deadline. While the Atlanta Braves will be buyers, let's see if we can make a deal to improve the back-end of their rotation.

In light of MyKayla Skinner's controversy: All about Bela and Marta Karolyi's brutal training methods that showered Team USA with Olympic medals

MyKayla Skinner recently created controversy through her comments on the U.S. gymnastics team for the upcoming Paris Olympics.

2024 MLB All-Star National League Starters Revealed

The National League starters for the 2024 MLB All-Star Game are set! Find out who made the cut and why, with detailed stats and insights on all nine players.

4 Yankees accountable for team's sweep against Cincinnati Reds ft. DJ LeMahieu, Luis Gil and more

The New York Yankees surprisingly dropped three games straight at home against the Cincinnati Reds, who won the last game of the series 8-4 on Thursday.

Knicks sign former Big East Player of the Year to four-year contract

The Knicks have signed their rookie guard to a four-year contract.

“If it were him, he, too, would be upset” - Jordan apologized to Scottie Pippen over 'The Last Dance' controversial scene

Michael Jordan apologized to Scottie Pippen for depicting his controversial benching in 'The Last Dance.'

Cam Newton puts one QB ahead of himself as best-dual threat ever

Cam Newton is easily one of the greatest true dual-threat quarterbacks to ever play in the NFL, and some would argue that he was the best. The former Carolina Panthers star feels at least one player has him beat in that department.

Forgotten aspect of Kyrie Irving trade works wonders for Mavericks in free agency

One forgotten aspect of the Kyrie Irving trade is still working wonders for the Dallas Mavericks to this day in free agency.

Two-Way Shohei Ohtani Is Less Value for Money? Strange Take Emerges on Turning Ohtani Into a Full-Time Position Player

When the Los Angeles Dodgers gave a $700 million deal to Shohei Ohtani, it was with an understanding that they were getting an elite hitter and pitcher in one player. The post Two-Way Shohei Ohtani Is Less Value for Money? Strange Take Emerges on Turning Ohtani Into a Full-Time Position Player appeared first on EssentiallySports.

NFL offseason power rankings countdown and 2024 season preview

Our Frank Schwab counts down his NFL power rankings, grades each team's offseason, solicits fantasy football advice and previews what the 2024 season might have in store for each team. We'll reach our No. 1 team on July 31, one day before the Hall of Fame Game kicks off the preseason when the Chicago Bears face the Houston Texans. You can dive deep...

Dodgers News: Jason Heyward Exits Fourth of July Game Early

Jason Heyward's Injury Concerns Raise Questions for Dodgers Outfield.

NHL Rumor Roundup: The Latest on Sidney Crosby, Leon Draisaitl and Mitch Marner

Some of the speculation in the NHL has turned to three star players who are eligible to sign contract extensions but haven't yet.

Communications Blackout: Mariners vs. Blue Jays Series Preview

This weekend can only mean one thing: invasion.

US tennis star Taylor Fritz in Wimbledon handshake row after snide remark

Taylor Fritz has reached the third round of Wimbledon, but his win over Arthur Rinderknech was marred by a bitter spat at the net between the two players

The Lakers' team bus would always leave Kobe Bryant behind because he waited to talk to MJ after every game: "We were always one head short with Kobe"

Kobe Bryant often missed the Lakers' bus to speak with Michael Jordan after the games.

Daniela Hantuchova: Musician, model and tennis star

Yankees potential trade partner: Toronto Blue Jays

The Jays still don’t know if they are going to buy or sell, but if they choose to do the latter, they have some names of note for the Yankees.

Yankees' Chances of Signing Juan Soto to Midseason Extension Appear to Have Taken a Hit

Recent comments suggest Juan Soto won't be signing an extension with the Yankees during the season.

15 Aging Athletes Who Refuse to Hang Up Their Jerseys

Some of the greatest and most notable sports stars in the world are playing well into their 40s.

Philadelphia Phillies Stuck With Struggling Starter At Trade Deadline

The Philadelphia Phillies have limited options on how to address their struggling starter at the MLB trade deadline.

7 Biggest Golf Ball Myths

This video, in which Neil Tappin is joined by Titleist golf ball specialist Tom Hiscock, explains what these misconceptions are and will hopefully help you make a smarter choice when it comes to selecting the right ball for your game.

Golden State Warriors Current Roster: Stephen Curry Has A New Splash Brother

The Golden State Warriors have an entirely different roster heading into the 2024-25 NBA season.

49ers could land five-time Pro Bowler, former Defensive Player of the Year

The San Francisco 49ers have some tough decisions to make and could look to add in the near future.

Aaliyah, the woman stealing the show from Germany at Euro 2024

How Novak Djokovic's Wimbledon draw has fallen apart after second round

Novak Djokovic, the 37-year-old tennis great from Serbia, entered the Wimbledon as the second seed.

"I'm 31, if I can't compete without them, I need to reevaluate life": When Serena Williams spoke on parents & Venus' absence amid shock Wimbledon exit

Serena Williams' parents and sister Venus Williams were notably absent during her shock exit from the 2013 Wimbledon Championships.

Why Yankees demoted Anthony Volpe in the lineup and what move should come next

NEW YORK — Since June 1, only the Oakland A’s and Kansas City Royals have gotten less production out of their leadoff spot than the New York Yankees. It didn’t make much sense for the Yankees to continue batting Anthony Volpe in the leadoff spot with his .228 on-base percentage over his past 136 plate appearances while he hit in front of Juan Soto and Aaron Judge. Yankees manager Aaron Boone wasn’t maximizing production in front of the two best...