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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

March 3, 2024  |  NFL

NFL could be on verge of dramatically altering this exciting play

The NFL is considering a rule change that could radically alter the use of one exciting play.

March 2, 2024  |  Tampa Bay Buccaneers

Mike Evans might a have hard time finding everything he wants in free agency

Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans seems likely to test the free agent market for the first time in his career this offseason, and he seems to have a pretty extensive list of demands for the team signing him. 

March 2, 2024  |  College Basketball

Watch: Western Michigan defeats Ball State on crazy buzzer-beater

Simply put, this is not how that play was drawn up. But it worked.

March 2, 2024  |  Dallas Cowboys

Cowboys are preparing to part ways with this long-time starter

Tyron Smith has been a mainstay on the Cowboys offensive line since joining the team in the 2011 NFL Draft. But after 13 years it seems both parties are ready for a fresh start

March 2, 2024  |  Washington Capitals

Capitals waive hero from Stanley Cup run

At his peak, he was a dynamic offensive force, and along with Alex Ovechkin, Nicklas Backstrom, T.J. Oshie and John Carlson, he made the Capitals one of the league's best teams between 2015 and 2018.

March 1, 2024  |  Los Angeles Chargers

Former players share wild anecdotes of what it's like to play for Jim Harbaugh

Jim Harbaugh has had success everywhere he has coached, and starting this season, he is taking on a new challenge: turning the Chargers into a contender. 

March 1, 2024  |  NFL

NFC West: Most surprising takeaways from 2024 NFLPA survey

Here are the most surprising takeaways from the survey for each NFC West team.

March 1, 2024  |  New England Patriots

Patriots coach walks back comments on how much team will spend this offseason

The New England Patriots have more than $77 million in salary cap space to work with this offseason.

March 1, 2024  |  USC Trojans

Caleb Williams has optimistic outlook on Bears situation

The one downside to being the No. 1 overall pick in the NFL Draft is that, in most cases, you are going to the worst team in the league that is potentially years away from contending. However, Caleb Williams doesn't see it that way.

February 29, 2024  |  NFL

NFL could implement another rule change to help protect quarterbacks

A change could be in the wind for the NFL's intentional grounding penalty, one that would hopefully keep quarterbacks more safe.

February 29, 2024  |  NFL

Thursday NFL Scouting Combine takeaways: Mountainous defender is still pretty fast

The NFL combine can be a make-or-break week for NFL Draft prospects as they get to show coaches and executives their size, strength and athleticism. 

February 29, 2024  |  NFL

NFL might have replacement for 'chain gang' in coming seasons

The NFL could soon have a way to remove all doubt when it comes to spotting the football for first downs.

February 27, 2024  |  NBA

Watch: Cavaliers stun Mavericks with insane half-court buzzer-beater

The Cleveland Cavaliers shocked the Dallas Mavericks on Tuesday with a 121-119 win, wasting a huge night from Mavericks superstar Luka Doncic.

February 27, 2024  |  Philadelphia Flyers

Flyers had poorly timed, but hilarious social media post

Well, this is awkward. At least the social media team had a sense of humor about it.

February 27, 2024  |  MLB

Watch: Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani hits home run in spring training debut

It took Shohei Ohtani just one spring training game to give the Los Angeles Dodgers a preview of what could be ahead this season. Ohtani homered in his first appearance in a Dodgers uniform on Tuesday, clubbing a 3-2 pitch the other way for a two-run homer.

February 27, 2024  |  San Francisco 49ers

49ers GM determined to keep star WR despite potential cap issues

The 49ers know the downfalls of the salary cap as well as anybody and could be facing another big decision over the next year with Brandon Aiyuk.

February 27, 2024  |  Winnipeg Jets

Long-term future of the Winnipeg Jets seems to be on thin ice

Winnipeg has already lost one NHL franchise when the original Jets moved to Arizona following the 1995-96 season. The ownership of the newest version of the Jets is now sounding alarm bells about the team's long-term viability, and their fans are not exactly happy to hear it.

February 25, 2024  |  NHL

Watch: Patrick Kane scores OT winner in return to Chicago

Patrick Kane made his first return to Chicago as a visiting player on Sunday and ended the game in the most fitting way possible — by scoring the game-winning goal for his new team in the Detroit Red Wings' 3-2 overtime win.

February 25, 2024  |  NFL

One trade, cut and signing the San Francisco 49ers should make

Want to avoid the dreaded Super Bowl hangover? Keep looking forward. Three moves the San Francisco 49ers would be wise to make this offseason.

February 25, 2024  |  Pittsburgh Penguins

Sidney Crosby keeps Penguins in playoff hunt with huge game

Sidney Crosby is not going to let the Penguins go away without a fight. He put together a vintage Crosby performance on Sunday in a 7-6 win over the Flyers to help keep them in the playoff hunt.

February 25, 2024  |  MLB

Watch: Blooper results in improbable, hilarious inside-the-park home run for Rays prospect

We are still in the very early stages of spring training, which means every team in the league will be shaking off some rust for a couple of weeks. 

February 25, 2024  |  New York Yankees

Watch: Juan Soto's first Yankees spring training home run is a monster

The New York Yankees are hoping that offseason acquisition Juan Soto can be the missing the piece that makes them a World Series contender again. On Sunday, he gave them their first taste of what they might be able to expect.

February 24, 2024  |  Orlando Magic

Watch: Magic's Paolo Banchero sinks off-balance game-winner to beat Pistons

The Orlando Magic found themselves in a surprisingly tight game with the eight-win Detroit Pistons on Saturday night, facing the possibility of overtime in the closing seconds. Then their leading scorer made a remarkable play.

February 24, 2024  |  UCLA Bruins

Eric Bieniemy joins UCLA coaching staff in key role

Former Washington Commanders offensive coordinator Eric Bieniemy has a new job, and it is taking him back to the college game. 

February 24, 2024  |  Toronto Blue Jays

Watch: Blue Jays embarrass star relief pitcher over fantasy football record

Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Tim Mayza is apparently far more successful as a relief pitcher than a fantasy football manager, as we all found out on Saturday.