Indiana Pacers guard T.J. McConnell recently signed a lucrative four-year, $45 million contract extension that will keep him with the team until the 2028-29 season. This extension, negotiated by his agents Mark Bartelstein and Andy Shiffman of Priority Sports, significantly increases his salary as he was previously under contract for $9.3 million for the 2024-25
Super promoter Eddie Hearn is known for his grandiose statements and high expectations for his fighters. In this case, Hearn is placing a lot of faith in rising star Diego Pacheco as he prepares to face Maciej Sulecki at the Dignity Health Sports Park. Hearn believes that Pacheco has the potential to dominate his division
The hockey world was shaken by the heartbreaking news of the untimely passing of Columbus Blue Jackets winger Johnny Gaudreau and his brother, Matthew. The Gaudreau brothers, who were New Jersey natives, met with a tragic end when they were struck by a vehicle while riding bicycles. Johnny, aged 31, and Matthew, aged 29, were
Los Angeles Chargers outside linebacker Joey Bosa recently shared with the media the unfortunate news that he suffered a broken hand during a joint practice with the Los Angeles Rams on Aug. 4 and needed to undergo surgery. Upon his return to practice this week, Bosa was seen sporting a black club around his left
The Philadelphia Phillies made a significant decision to move Taijuan Walker, a pitcher signed to a lucrative deal, to the bullpen as a long reliever due to his subpar performance on the mound. With a hefty salary to carry and a 6.50 ERA this season, Walker’s struggles have been evident, prompting the Phillies to make
The tragic and untimely death of Uruguayan soccer player Juan Izquierdo has left a profound impact on the football community. Thousands of people gathered to pay their respects at a public wake held for the 27-year-old Nacional defender, who passed away from cardiac arrest days after collapsing during a CONMEBOL Copa Libertadores match in Brazil.
The rise of online abuse towards athletes has become a significant issue in the sports world, with tennis players like Caroline Garcia, Iga Swiatek, Jessica Pegula, Jannik Sinner, and Karen Khachanov speaking out against the hateful messages they receive on social media platforms. Garcia recently shared examples of derogatory messages she has received, highlighting the
Stephen Curry, the star guard of the Golden State Warriors, has recently agreed to a one-year, $62.6 million contract extension that will keep him with the team through the 2026-27 season. This extension solidifies Curry’s commitment to the Warriors, the only team he has ever played for, and establishes him as one of the highest-earning
On Wednesday night, The Houston Astros showcased an outstanding performance against the Philadelphia Phillies with Yordan Alvarez hitting three home runs and rookie Spencer Arrighetti dazzling on the mound. Arrighetti, a 24-year-old right-hander, carried a no-hit bid into the eighth inning and ended the game with a total of 11 strikeouts against the NL East-leading
Mexico’s new head coach, Javier Aguirre, has surprised many by leaving out veteran players such as Guillermo Ochoa, Raúl Jiménez, and Hirving “Chucky” Lozano from his first 26-man call-up for the Mexican national team. This strategic decision marks a departure from the previous roster selections and signals a bold new approach under Aguirre’s leadership. In
Novak Djokovic faced a challenging match at the US Open, where he encountered difficulties with his serve. Throughout the match, Djokovic missed more serves than he successfully made, leading to extended points and challenging rallies. Despite acknowledging that he should have lost the second set, Djokovic managed to clinch the victory due to his opponent’s
Tom Brady, a legendary figure in the NFL, is facing a unique set of restrictions if he is approved as a partial owner of the Las Vegas Raiders. During a presentation at Tuesday’s NFL meetings, it was made clear that Brady would have to abide by rules that set him apart from other members of