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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

Projecting three future Hall of Famers for the Arizona Cardinals

The Pro Football Hall of Fame's class of 2024 will officially be inducted on Aug. 3. With less than a month until the annual event in Canton, Ohio, we're examining which players — past and present — on the league's 32 teams we think will one day receive a similar honor. Here are three Cardinals who should eventually receive football immortality: 

Why Pirates management should be furious with owner Bob Nutting

Earlier this summer, Pirates owner Bob Nutting made a rare appearance in front of the media, boldly proclaiming the team must be prepared to trade for offense before the trade deadline on July 30 at 6 p.m. ET. 

MLB's hitting problem is all about pitching dominance

As the 2024 MLB season has passed the halfway point and approaches the All-Star break, there is one big storyline across the league that warrants some attention.

Angel Reese sets WNBA record with latest double-double

The WNBA's Rookie of the Year race is going to be a fierce battle the rest of the way between Indiana's Caitlin Clark and Chicago's Angel Reese. 

Brandon Nimmo, Christian Walker among notable NL All-Star snubs

The All-Star rosters are out. Who got snubbed in the National League?

Paul Skenes headlines NL All-Stars; Phillies lead with seven players

A little more than one year ago Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Paul Skenes was playing college baseball. Now he is a National League All-Star after just 10 big league starts.

Kings land DeMar DeRozan in sign-and-trade deal with Bulls

The Sacramento Kings emerged late this week as the front-runner to land DeMar DeRozan from the Chicago Bulls, and on Saturday night they managed to make it happen.

Watch: Dodgers star homers in fourth consecutive at-bat

The Los Angeles Dodgers lineup is loaded with All-Star level players.

Watch: Pirates manager ejected after call that shocked both teams' broadcasts

Pittsburgh Pirates manager Derek Shelton was ejected at a pivotal point in Saturday's 5-2 loss to the New York Mets when he took exception to a strike call that was so bad, that it left both teams' broadcasters utterly baffled.

Watch: Twins' Jose Miranda ties major league record for most consecutive hits

Minnesota Twins third baseman Jose Miranda did something that hasn't been done in decades.

Five NHL players who could still be traded this offseason

Here are five players who could still be on the move this offseason.

Why Pirates rookie Paul Skenes should be considered to start All-Star Game

Through his first nine starts, Paul Skenes has been so electrifying that he already looks like he has a legitimate chance to be the Pirates' representative at the 2024 MLB All-Star Game in Texas.

Magic 8 ball predictions for the 2024 Seattle Seahawks

Mattel's Magic 8 Ball has been predicting the future since 1946. For those unfamiliar with the concept, users ask yes-no questions to the ball, give it a shake and then turn it over to reveal the answer.

Recent slump showing Yankees have some real flaws and concerns

The bigger issue is that the Yankees are getting almost no production this season from any of their infield positions.

Magic 8 ball predictions for the 2024 San Francisco 49ers

Mattel's Magic 8 Ball has been predicting the future since 1946. For those unfamiliar with the concept, users ask yes-no questions to the ball, give it a shake and then turn it over to reveal the answer. We opted for an online version to ask the following about the 49ers

Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese named to WNBA All-Star Game

Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese have spent the past two years as fierce competitors in the NCAA and WNBA.  Now, for one game, they are going to get a chance to be teammates.

Coach JJ Redick opens up about Lakers drafting Bronny James

New Los Angeles Lakers coach JJ Reddick does not want to hear about how second-round pick Bronny James was "given" anything.

Magic 8 Ball predictions for the 2024 Los Angeles Rams

Puka Nacua was one of the biggest surprises in the NFL during the 2023 season, catching 105 passes for 1,486 yards and six touchdowns. The question is: what can he do for an encore?

Watch: Rangers rookie hits for MLB's first cycle of 2024 season

The Texas Rangers had huge expectations for rookie outfielder Wyatt Langford entering this season, and after a slow start he is really starting to figure it out.

MLB again making changes to Home Run Derby rules

Major League Baseball announced on Sunday that it will be introducing new rules for the 2024 Home Run Derby that are aimed at slowing down the pace of it. 

Could Yankees star make serious run at triple crown?

The triple crown is an incredibly difficult accomplishment and has only been done four times since 1950. Mickey Mantle did it in 1956, Frank Robinson did it in 1966, Carl Yastrzemski did it in 1967 and Miguel Cabrera did in 2012.

Clippers star reportedly staying on two-year extension

His 16.1 points per game during the 2023-24 season was his lowest total since he was a bench player in Oklahoma City nearly 15 years ago. 

Buyer beware: NHL free agents that teams should avoid this offseason

Not every player will be worth what they are signed for, however. So let us take a look at four unrestricted free agents that teams should be avoiding.

Angels star Mike Trout provides update on expected return

When Los Angeles Angels superstar Mike Trout suffered a torn meniscus in late April there was no official timetable for his return. Just a couple of months later Trout has a target in mind for when he wants to be back on the field and in the Angels lineup.