Whereas last year was a crash course for Mookie Betts, the 32-year-old benefitted from a more curated plan this winter as he went through his paces at shortstop.
How 49ers could be impacted by NFL’s 2025 salary cap spike
President of football operations John Lynch and the San Francisco 49ers will face difficult roster decisions this offseason.
Hendrick Motorsports announces star-studded 16-race Xfinity Series schedule
In 2025, Hendrick Motorsports will field its No. 17 HendrickCars.com Chevrolet in a 16-race NASCAR Xfinity Series slate featuring the organization‘s four NASCAR Cup Series stars and newcomer Corey Day. The effort will be led by crew chief Adam Wall. William Byron will kick off the schedule March 1 at Circuit of The Americas, marking […]
How the Isaiah Thomas trade altered Celtics history 10 years ago
On the 10-year anniversary of the Isaiah Thomas trade, we look back at how "The Little Guy" helped lay the foundation for the Celtics' recent success.
SEC, Big Ten stacking College Football Playoff deck would be so pathetic and unnecessary
As the SEC and Big Ten debate how to stack the College Football Playoff deck, their actions are as pathetic as they are unnecessary.
Why 49ers likely won’t use franchise tag on their 2025 free agents
Another NFL free agency period is expected to pass with the San Francisco 49ers refraining from using the franchise tag on any player.
North Carolina power struggle: Bill Belichick, men’s basketball fighting over millions
The financial power struggle behind Bill Belichick's growing football program at North Carolina, and the historic men's basketball program.
Hauler Talk: Race director Jusan Hamilton discusses calls made at Daytona
NASCAR race director Jusan Hamilton joined the latest episode of the “Hauler Talk” podcast for a behind-the-scenes look inside the scoring tower and how cautions are called. He also admitted to questioning some of his own calls -- such as the yellow flag just before the finish of the second Duel qualifying race last week […]
Inside MrBeast’s $100K, 100 Million View NBA All-Star Stunt
YouTube powerhouse MrBeast’s viral stunt in the middle of Sunday’s NBA All-Star Tournament has already earned the league more than 100 million views on its own social channels, in the latest example of online creators shining on sport’s biggest stages. Nine-time All-Star Damian Lillard and Jaren Barajas—a fan chosen from the stands an hour before …
Marchan healthy and trying to seize the best opportunity of his career
Rafael Marchan has been in Clearwater for six weeks training to put himself in the best position to reach the regular season healthy. If he does, an interesting opportunity with the Phillies awaits.
Which NBA Finals contenders are legit? NBA trainer Drew Hanlen joins the Kevin O’Connor Show
Drew Hanlen is the basketball skills and development trainer for superstars like Joel Embiid, Jayson Tatum, Giannis Antetokounmpo, Tyrese Maxey, Tyrese Haliburton, Trey Murphy and many more of the NBA's elite. What can this "short," former college hooper possibly offer to these GIANTS of the game? A lot, as you'll see on this episode of the Kevin O'Connor show!
NFL returning to Brazil in Week 1 of 2025 with Los Angeles Chargers as home team
The NFL will play another game in Brazil next season, with the Chargers serving as the designated home team for the Week 1 Friday night game.
Why McNutt believes Warriors’ Butler has most to prove in second half
New Golden State Warriors wing Jimmy Butler has a chance to make the biggest impact on an NBA playoff contender.
Jones and La Salle host Richmond
The Explorers have gone 9-3 in home games. La Salle is eighth in the A-10 with 32.1 points per game in the paint led by Jahlil White averaging 5.7. The Spiders have gone 4-9 against A-10 opponents.
North Carolina hosts NC State after Jackson’s 23-point performance
NC State Wolfpack (10-15, 3-11 ACC) at North Carolina Tar Heels (15-11, 8-6 ACC) Chapel Hill, North Carolina; Wednesday, 7 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Tar Heels -9.5; over/under is 146.5 BOTTOM LINE: North Carolina takes on NC State after Ian Jackson scored 23 points in North Carolina's 88-82 victory over the Syracuse Orange. The Tar Heels are 9-2 in home games.