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Adam Gretz

Adam Gretz is a freelance writer based in Pittsburgh. He covers the NHL, NFL, MLB and NBA. Baseball is his favorite sport -- he is nearly halfway through his goal of seeing a game in every MLB ballpark. Catch him on Twitter @AGretz

Mets calling up top prospect after hot start in minors

The New York Mets are giving one of the top prospects in all of baseball a much-deserved promotion to the Major Leagues.

Five-time Pro Bowl WR drops hint of teams he'd like to play for

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver DeAndre Hopkins remains a hot name on the NFL's trade rumor mill, and it seems to simply be a matter of when not if (and to where) he gets traded before the start of the 2023 season. 

Watch: XFL punter unleashes incredible throw on fake punt

XFL punter Mac Brown fired off a monster toss on a fake punt during Saturday's showdown between the Orlando Guardians and the San Antonio Brahmas

Brewers relief pitcher hit in face by 105 mph line drive

As scary as the incident was, the good news is that all X-rays came back negative

Commanders sale expected to go through, but price 'a little disappointing'

Some corners in the NFL are reportedly disappointed that the Washington Commanders will not sell for more than $6 billion.

Twins manager ejected after Yankees pitcher did not listen to 'sticky stuff' warning

It is hard to disagree with Baldelli here. The umpires clearly thought there was a violation, told the pitcher to fix it and then allowed him to stay in the game when he did not.

Possum wreaking havoc in visiting broadcast booth at A's stadium

It is widely believed that the Oakland A's have one of the worst stadium situations in all of professional sports, and they seem to have a problem with an unwanted tenant.

Urban Meyer clarifies future plans on coaching

Meyer's last coaching job was a disastrous stint in the NFL with the Jacksonville Jaguars where he did not even last a full season in a year that was filled with losing and controversy. Since then he has been back working as a college football analyst for Fox Sports. 

Penguins make sweeping changes to front office after playoff streak ends

The team announced on Friday that it has fired general manager Ron Hextall, assistant general manager Chris Pryor and president of hockey operations Brian Burke.

Lions HC says trading former top pick was 'right thing to do'

Detroit Lions head coach Dan Campbell addressed the team's decision to trade Jeff Okudah to the Atlanta Falcons this week.

Tigers manager says decision to bench star was message to the team

Javier Baez had a short night for the Detroit Tigers on Thursday after he was benched in the second inning for another series of baserunning mistakes.

Watch: Tigers bench Javier Baez after another brutal baserunning mistake

The Javier Baez experience in Detroit has not been off to a great start, and things might have hit rock bottom on Thursday night when he was benched by manager A.J. Hinch for another brutal baserunning mistake.

Top quarterbacks, Jalen Carter among 17 prospects to attend NFL draft

The NFL announced on Thursday that 17 prospects will attend the draft in two weeks.

John Smoltz cares little for critics who never played the game

Broadcaster John Smoltz shrugged off critics of his style and attitude.

Avalanche captain ruled out for playoffs as champs prepare title defense

 The Colorado Avalanche announced that team captain Gabriel Landeskog will not be available for the postseason.

Buccaneers GM says team has 'no intention' of trading star linebacker

Tampa Bay Buccaneers GM Jason Licht said that he has "no intention" of trading away LB Devin White.

Yankees bat boy changes hair after going viral

On Monday night in Cleveland it was pointed out that one of their bat boys had hair that extended well beyond his shoulders, a clear violation of the team's policy.

MLB's worst offense loses its best hitter for several weeks

The Oakland A's have been one of baseball's worst teams, with the worst offense, through the first week-and-a-half of the season.

Some MLB teams extending beer sales due to shorter games

Major League Baseball's new pitch clock rules are having the desired impact when it comes to shortening the length of games. 

NFL draft prospect Michael Jefferson required multiple surgeries after car accident

Michael Jefferson, a potential mid-round draft pick prospect from Louisiana, was involved in a multi-car accident over the weekend and required multiple surgeries, according to his agent. 

Buccaneers defensive star reportedly requests trade

The exact source of his frustration is not known, but it is believed to revolve around his desire for a new long-term contract extension and the team's inability to get him signed to a new deal.

Tampa Bay Rays add to list of unbelievable stats with latest victory

On Sunday, the Tampa Bay Rays accomplished something in baseball which has not occurred since the presidential administration of Grover Cleveland.

Watch: Benches clear between Pirates and White Sox as Oneil Cruz injured

Chaos unfolded in the bottom of the sixth inning in Pittsburgh on Sunday as benches cleared between the Pirates and White Sox following a collision at home plate.

Maple Leafs facing criticism for how they handled blowout win over rival

The Toronto Maple Leafs are facing some criticism for their handling of a 7-1 blowout win over rival Montreal on Saturday night.

Tiger Woods withdraws from Masters due to injury

Tiger Woods announced on Sunday morning that he is withdrawing from the masters after re-aggravating his plantar fasciitis.