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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

Ravens keep top offensive lineman out of free agency with big deal

The Baltimore Ravens delivered some bad news to rival NFL teams that needed a left tackle in free agency this offseason. They are taking the best available one off the market and keeping him for themselves.

Watch: Alabama knocks off No. 1 Auburn with OT buzzer-beater

Alabama pulled off a dramatic, 93-91, overtime win on the road thanks to a Mark Sears buzzer-beater just as time expired, leaving the Auburn crowd in stunned silence.

Bengals keep key Joe Burrow target on long-term deal

The Cincinnati Bengals reportedly signed one of quarterback Joe Burrow's top passing game targets.

Geno Smith trade should be lesson to not believe what teams say

Believe what teams do. Not what teams say. The Seattle Seahawks agreeing to trade Geno Smith to the Las Vegas Raiders on Friday night is just the latest example of that.

Yankees get concerning injury news on ace Gerrit Cole

The Yankees received some concerning injury news for the second straight season regarding ace starting pitcher Gerrit Cole.

Raiders still have big QB questions even after Geno Smith trade

But how much does Geno Smith actually improve the Raiders under center?

Brad Marchand trade makes Panthers one of NHL's most physical teams

The 2024-25 Panthers are rapidly becoming a real-life version of the Charleston Chiefs from the movie "Slap Shot."

Winners, losers from 2025 NHL trade deadline: Dallas looks like team to beat

The NHL's 2024-25 trade deadline was on Friday at 3 p.m. ET, and some big names, like Mikko Rantanen and Brad Marchand, changed teams to significantly alter the balance of power in the NHL.

Avalanche solidify status as Stanley Cup contender with Brock Nelson trade

The Colorado Avalanche have had one major weakness on their roster the past couple of seasons that has really held them back come playoff time: the lack of a legitimate second-line center.

A's make another big investment in core player

He was one of the bright spots on the A's during the 2024 season thanks to a breakout rookie season.

Watch: Stephen Curry drains another improbable half-court shot

There is nobody in the NBA that makes the impossible seem possible as consistently as Stephen Curry does.

Stephen A. Smith's new ESPN contract will pay him more than most top athletes

When it comes to sports talk, it pays to be loud. 

Watch: Rutgers' Ace Bailey delivers one of the best dunks of the year

It has not been a great year for the Rutgers men's basketball team.

Seahawks offseason checklist: Time to fix the offensive line

With the new league year kicking off March 12, NFL teams are already deep into planning for the offseason. Here are five moves the Seattle Seahawks should make in the coming months.

Winners, losers from NFL's franchise-tag deadline

The deadline for NFL teams to use the franchise tag was 4 p.m. ET on Tuesday. That deadline passed with only two players (Kansas City Chiefs guard Trey Smith and Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins) having the tag placed on them.

Rams offseason checklist: Time to move on from Cooper Kupp 

With the new league year kicking off March 12, NFL teams are already deep into planning for the offseason. Here are five moves the Los Angeles Rams should make in the coming months.

49ers offseason checklist: Brock Purdy is about to cash in

With the new league year kicking off March 12, NFL teams are already deep into planning for the offseason. Here are five moves the San Francisco 49ers should make in the coming months.

Winners, losers from 2025 NFL Scouting Combine

The 2025 NFL Scouting Combine wrapped up on Sunday, with some players seeing their draft stock rise while others may have taken a bit of a tumble. Let's take a look at some of the biggest winners and losers of the weekend. 

Watch: Blue Jackets take Stadium Series game thanks to controversial goal

The Columbus Blue Jackets not only had a chance to host their first outdoor game on Saturday in the 2025 Stadium Series, it was also a massive game against the Detroit Red Wings with major playoff implications.

Panthers taking expensive gamble by acquiring Seth Jones from Blackhawks 

Defenseman Seth Jones was hoping to get a trade away from the Chicago Blackhawks, and on Saturday evening he got exactly that.

Trading Deebo Samuel is costly move for 49ers

The San Francisco 49ers wide receiver overhaul is underway following Saturday's trade with the Washington Commanders.

Watch: Islanders goalie credited with first career goal

The New York Islanders were 7-4 winners over the Nashville Predators on Saturday afternoon, and Brock Nelson was one of their big stars in the win with a pair of goals. But there was a very surprising and unexpected name on their goal-scorer list for the game.

Texas WR Isaiah Bond fails to deliver on big pre-combine talk

Former Texas wide receiver Isaiah Bond entered the 2025 NFL Scouting Combine with big expectations for himself.

Top safety prospect improves draft stock with historic day at NFL Scouting Combine

The big winner from Friday's NFL Scouting Combine was easily South Carolina safety Nick Emmanwori.

Winners, losers from Matthew Stafford's return to Rams

This decision will have a ripple effect across the league, so let's take a look at the winners and losers from Stafford's return.