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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

Eagles activate key defensive star for Super Bowl LIX

On Saturday, the Eagles officially activated defensive end Brandon Graham from injured reserve in time for Super Bowl LIX.

Rangers should have major concerns after 'inexcusable' defeat

The Penguins dropped a 3-2 decision to an undermanned Penguins team, putting a significant dent in their playoff pursuit.

Watch: Spurs' Victor Wembanyama delivers most casual block of the season

San Antonio Spurs second-year standout Victor Wembanyama is the most dominant shot-blocker in the NBA, and he tends to sometimes make it look easy. 

It's hard to imagine a non-QB winning NFL MVP anytime soon

If not Barkley, then who? And if not this season, then when? 

Watch: Emiliano Grillo hits slam dunk hole-in-one on 16th hole at Phoenix Open

Emiliano Grillo gave the stadium crowd a reason to absolutely lose their minds when he hit a slam dunk ace.

Tyreek Hill makes strong statement on future plans with Dolphins

If there was any doubt about where he sees himself playing during the 2025 NFL season, Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill did his best to remove any of it on Friday.

Why Josh Allen's MVP win is at least a little surprising

Josh Allen winning the MVP award is a little surprising. Also fascinating. Here's why.

For the second time, Joe Burrow is named NFL Comeback Player of the Year

After missing half of the 2023 NFL season, Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Joe Burrow returned in 2024 and had not only the best season of his career, but also one of the best seasons in the league.

Ashton Jeanty to the Cowboys? Star RB comments on possibly playing for Dallas

Jeanty could definitely be the type of player Jerry Jones would love to have.

Blackhawks' Connor Bedard facing unfair national criticism

For all of Bedard's talent and production, he has found himself the target for some scathing criticism over the past week.

Injury to top defender may have silver lining for Dallas Stars

There is a rather significant silver lining to this that could benefit the Stars in the long run if they play their cards right.

Head of NFL officials sounds off on Chiefs conspiracy

Reasonable people should already know that there is not some sort of grand conspiracy to lift up the Chiefs.

De'Aaron Fox traded to Spurs, Kings get Zach LaVine in latest blockbuster

Another day, another franchise-altering blockbuster trade in the NBA.

Rory McIlroy surges in final round to win Pebble Beach Pro-Am

Rory McIlroy's 2025 PGA tour season got off to a great start this weekend as he won the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am thanks to a dominant 66 final round on Sunday, leaving him 21-under for the tournament.

Chip Kelly is back in NFL, taking on prominent role with Raiders

After spending the past seven years in the college ranks, Chip Kelly is back in the NFL.

Eagles star addresses potential retirement after Super Bowl

Philadelphia Eagles star right tackle Lane Johnson has no plans for Super Bowl LIX to be his final game in the NFL.

Eric Bieniemy is back coaching in NFL

Eric Bieniemy will be back on an NFL sideline for the 2025 season.

Watch: J.T. Miller scores goal in first game back with Rangers

It did not take J.T. Miller long to start making an impact in his return to the New York Rangers. 

Haters will hate, hate, hate Taylor Swift Super Bowl survey

Haters gonna hate, but Taylor Swift (and the NFL) will just shake it off.

NFL teams have to avoid taking wrong lessons from Saquon Barkley, Eagles

Barkley was the final piece of the puzzle for the Eagles, not the starting piece. 

Trading George Pickens would create more problems for Steelers

There are a couple of issues that a hypothetical Pickens trade will present for the Steelers.

Three biggest winners from NHL's salary-cap news

The NHL and NHLPA announced on Friday that significant increases are coming to the league's salary cap over the next three seasons.

Watch: Marc-Andre Fleury gets standing ovation, shutout in final Montreal appearance

Marc-Andre Fleury's farewell tour around the NHL continued on Thursday night with him making his final appearance in Montreal. It ended up being a memorable evening for him.

Injured Eagles star takes big step toward possible Super Bowl return

He has been sidelined since November with a torn triceps, an injury that was expected to end his season.

Victor Wembanyama headlines NBA All-Star reserves

The NBA announced the reserves for the 2024-25 All-Star game on Thursday night, and San Antonio Spurs star Victor Wembanyama is one of the biggest names to earn a spot.