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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

Watch: Duke star injured while Wake Forest students storm court

Wake Forest secured a huge win over No. 8 ranked Duke on Saturday afternoon to dramatically improve its NCAA tournament resume. But what happened after the game is going to steal most of the headlines.

One trade, cut and signing the Los Angeles Rams should make

The Rams' pass defense was a big weakness in 2023 as they struggled to fill the void that was left by the offseason trade of Jalen Ramsey.

Steelers player rips former OC Matt Canada's offense

The Steelers never recorded more than 400 yards in a single game while Canada was the offensive coordinator.

Pants shortage is latest embarrassment in MLB's new uniform rollout

The biggest story across Major League Baseball this spring isn't anything happening with the play on the field. 

One trade, cut, signing Arizona Cardinals should make

The Cardinals still have a long way to go in their rebuild after a 4-13 season in 2023.

Watch: NHL referee makes hilarious 'no goal' announcement following replay review

Every now and then officials remind us that they are people just like the rest of us.

Terry Bradshaw: Steelers could make 'huge mistake' this offseason

It's a tricky situation, and Bradshaw clearly isn't believing the hype.

Pirates extension of Mitch Keller a conveniently timed PR move

The Pittsburgh Pirates signed starter Mitch Keller to a slick extension, but that move feels hollow for a number of reasons.

Creighton dominates UConn for first-ever win vs. No. 1 team

The No. 15 ranked Creighton Bluejays had an historic win for their program on Tuesday night, dominating No. 1 UConn for their first ever win against a top-ranked team.

Latest NFL mock draft has Chiefs addressing only real weakness

The Super Bowl-champion Kansas City Chiefs had one clear weakness this season that nearly robbed them of a chance at greatness.

Clear betting favorite emerges to land Russell Wilson this offseason

They are currently the leading odds-on favorites to land Russell Wilson this offseason, according to DraftKings. 

Red Sox star calls out management, issues big challenge as season begins

The Red Sox have had an alarmingly quiet offseason, and that doesn't seem to be sitting well with one of the team's best players.

Dolphins facing potential no-win situation with Tua Tagovailoa's contract

The Dolphins are in the no-man's land of quarterback situations in the NFL, and they could be facing a no-win situation in the coming months — and seasons — with Tua Tagovailoa. 

Watch: Rangers complete wild Stadium Series comeback with chaotic overtime goal

The New York Rangers were 6-5 winners over the New York Islanders in Sunday's Stadium Series game at MetLife Stadium, and it required a late third-period comeback and a chaotic overtime goal to get them the win.

LeBron James isn't sure if he wants farewell retirement tour

LeBron James knows he is getting close to the end of his career, and that means he is already starting to think about how he wants to exit the NBA. 

Watch: Jaromir Jagr takes warmups with Penguins after jersey retirement ceremony

The Pittsburgh Penguins finally retired Jaromir Jagr's No. 68 on Sunday before their game against the Los Angeles Kings. 

Bryce Harper's position switch looks to be permanent for Phillies

Philadelphia Phillies slugger Bryce Harper might not ever play the outfield again.

Rangers rookie makes NHL outdoor game history

First game, first fight and first outdoor game all in the same game. Certainly one way to make a debut.

Three teams that should try to trade up for a QB in the 2024 NFL Draft

The 2024 NFL Draft is looking like it could be one of the deeper quarterback classes in recent memory, and that could create the possibility for some big trades as teams try to find their next QB.

Watch: Syracuse fans storm the court after beating No. 7 North Carolina

It had been five years since the Syracuse men's basketball team had beaten an AP Top 10 team.

Virginia's NCAA-leading home winning streak comes to an end with upset loss to Pitt

Along with snapping the Cavaliers' 23-game home winning streak, it was also just Pitt's second-ever win at Virginia. 

Chiefs guard played through major injury in Super Bowl win

Nothing could have gotten Chiefs guard Nick Allegretti off the field on Sunday — even a major injury.

Knicks protesting Monday's loss because of controversial call

The New York Knicks have officially filed a protest with the NBA to dispute their 105-103 loss to the Houston Rockets on Monday night.

Maple Leafs defenseman suspended for post-goal cheap shot

Maple Leafs defenseman Morgan Rielly has been suspended five games by the NHL for a late cheap-shot on Ottawa's Ridly Greig that sparked an on-ice brawl over the weekend.

49ers Super Bowl LVIII takeaways: Another championship slips away from Kyle Shanahan

The San Francisco 49ers fell just short of winning their sixth Super Bowl, losing in overtime to the Kansas City Chiefs, 25-22, in Super Bowl LVIII on Sunday night.