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Dodgers-Mets matchup proves that MLB’s biggest payrolls don’t guarantee success

Bullet point summary by AI The Los Angeles Dodgers and New York Mets are set to face off in a three-game series, marking the most expensive matchup in MLB history due to their combined $800 million payrolls. Despite lavish investments…

Toronto Tempo select Kiki Rice sixth overall in 2026 WNBA Draft

The Toronto Tempo‘s first-ever WNBA Draft selection has been made. UCLA’s Kiki Rice was taken sixth overall by Canada’s new WNBA franchise in the 2026 Draft on Monday. The senior guard averaged 14.9 points, 5.9 rebounds, 4.3 assists and 1.5…

Leeds United: What does their win against Manchester United mean in Premier League relegation battle?

Leeds went into the fixture having not scored in any of their past four league games. They had not netted with any of their past 64 shots. But five minutes was all it took for Switzerland winger Okafor to net…

Mets Select Tommy Pham – MLB Trade Rumors

April 13th: The Mets officially selected Pham’s contract today with infielder Ronny Mauricio optioned to Triple-A Syracuse as the corresponding move. Joel Sherman of The New York Post reported earlier that Mauricio would be the corresponding move. April 12th: The…

Maple Leafs’ $60M D-man gives honest answer on his future in Toronto

Morgan Rielly addressed growing uncertainty about his future with the Toronto Maple Leafs, offering an honest reflection after what could be his final home appearance this NHL season. Speaking before Monday’s game against the Dallas Stars, the veteran defenseman made…

Blue Jays acquire OF Lenyn Sosa from White Sox

Mar 14, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Chicago White Sox second baseman Lenyn Sosa against the Los Angeles Dodgers during a spring training game at Camelback Ranch-Glendale. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images The Toronto Blue Jays acquired infielder Lenyn Sosa…

10 teams who could still stop the Los Angeles Dodgers dynasty in its tracks

It’s incredibly early in the MLB season, but there is no surprise that the Los Angeles Dodgers are at the top of the standings across both leagues. They are the only team as of this writing with 11 wins. In…

Joe Bowen to call final Maple Leafs games on radio this week

Joe Bowen’s legendary career as the voice of the Toronto Maple Leafs will wrap up with a pair of calls this week. Bowen will be on the mic for Monday’s game against the Dallas Stars on Sportsnet 590 The Fan…

Masters champion Rory McIlroy makes major warning after second Augusta win

Over the past four days when McIlroy built a six-stroke advantage at halfway without playing at his very best, he showed a freedom that had eluded him for much of his chase to complete a full set of majors. “I…

The Opener: Freeland, Olson, Astros

Here are three things we’ll be keeping an eye on around the baseball world today: 1. Rockies’ Freeland dealing with shoulder issue: Rockies southpaw Kyle Freeland was slated to start the club’s game against the Padres yesterday, but he was…