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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

Diamondbacks' Pavin Smith is having the weirdest World Series experience

Like most baseball players, Pavin Smith has probably waited his entire life for an opportunity to play in the World Series. He will have to keep waiting.

World Series Game 4 takeaways: Rangers on the verge of first championship

The Texas Rangers are just one win away from winning their first World Series title in franchise history thanks to their 11-7 win over the Arizona Diamondbacks in Game 4 of the World Series.

Watch: Spurs rookie Victor Wembanyama showed up in perfect Halloween costume

Wembanyama absolutely nailed the costume and the look.

Ohio State tops first CFP rankings as new teams make an appearance

Ohio State has the top spot, followed by defending national champion Georgia at No. 2. 

Rangers have significant injury concerns going into Game 4 of World Series

The Texas Rangers have a 2-1 series lead entering Game 4 of the World Series  but they also have some significant injury concerns regarding two key players.

Steelers should consider Mason Rudolph if Kenny Pickett can't play Thursday

The Steelers can win games with mediocre quarterback play as long as there are no turnovers. Rudolph might have a better chance of giving them that.

NFL Week 8 winners: Will Levis makes big statement for Titans

With most of the Week 8 NFL schedule in the books, let's take a look at some of the biggest winners from the week, starting with a rookie QB's impressive NFL debut.

Watch: Diamondbacks' Ketel Marte sets MLB record for longest postseason hitting streak

Arizona Diamondbacks second baseman Ketel Marte doesn't miss in October and now holds the longest postseason hitting streak in baseball history.

Watch: Shilo Sanders ejected for targeting

Colorado Buffaloes defensive back Shilo Sanders was ejected from Saturday's game at UCLA for a targeting infraction against Carsen Ryan.

Dolphins set to get huge addition to defense

The Miami Dolphins have had real issues in pass defense this season, but then again, they haven't been playing with star cornerback Jalen Ramsey. That's about to change.

Sunday's game will reportedly determine Commanders' trade deadline plans

The Washington Commanders are reportedly hinging their trade-deadline strategy on whether or not they defeat the Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday. The idea could be problematic for a number of reasons.

Snow could play significant role in Chiefs-Broncos game

The city of Denver is in the direct line of a winter storm that is expected to dump 6-12 inches of snow, which could be beneficial to the Broncos.

As Baker Mayfield struggles, Buccaneers pegged for Pac-12 QB in mock draft

You can't go anywhere in the NFL without an above-average quarterback. Look for the Bucs to find a long-term solution at the position on the first day of the draft on April 25, 2024.

Cardinals HC gives injury update on QB Kyler Murray

The Arizona Cardinals are getting closer to seeing the return of quarterback Kyler Murray.

Does new mock draft signal end of Russell Wilson era in Denver?

When a team has a chance to find a potential long-term answer at quarterback (which the Broncos very likely will this offseason), it must advantage of that opportunity.

World Series team listed as one of the favorites to sign Shohei Ohtani in free agency

The Texas Rangers are just four wins away from their first-ever World Series title, and according to one baseball insider they might be the leading contenders to land another big win after the season in free agency.

Steelers should target two positions at NFL trade deadline

With the Steelers sitting at 4-2 in the AFC playoff race and facing a big set of three consecutive home games they have a chance to make a really big move.

Watch: Buccaneers wide receiver had no idea how close he was to game-ending Hail Mary

All Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Chris Godwin had to do was turn around and look up a split second sooner.

Senators give positive update on defenseman who left game on stretcher

The Ottawa Senators offered an encouraging update on injured defenseman Erik Brannstrom, who had to leave his team's game against the New York Islanders on a stretcher following a check from the Cal Clutterbuck.

Ravens lineman has chance for rare accomplishment this week

The Ravens are big favorites to beat the Cardinals on Sunday, and if they do it will give offensive lineman Kevin Zeitler a very rare accomplishment.

Ignore the critics: Why this year's World Series matchup is actually great

This year's World Series matchup between the Texas Rangers and Arizona Diamondbacks seems to have its share of critics for a variety of reasons. But there's plenty of reasons to be pleased with the matchup as well.

Week 8 NFC West predictions: 49ers' slump will continue

Let's take a quick run around the division and make some predictions for this week.

The 2023 season was a huge missed opportunity for Phillies

Normally there is no shame in reaching Game 7 of the League Championship series and falling short. That is what happened to the Philadelphia Phillies on Tuesday night in a 4-2 loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks, sending the latter to its first World Series since the 2001 season and ending the Phillies' chances of claiming their third championship. 

Three takeaways as D-backs silence Phillies bats, advance to World Series

The 2023 World Series matchup is set. After back-to-back Game 7s, this year's series will be one of the most unlikely matchups we have seen in quite some time as the Arizona Diamondbacks will play the Texas Rangers.

Broncos' Kareem Jackson has suspension reduced after appeal

The NFL sent a big message to Broncos defensive back Kareem Jackson that it was not going to tolerate his illegal hits and suspended him for four games after his latest ejection on Sunday.