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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

Kadarius Toney's brutal performance magnifies Travis Kelce's absence for Chiefs

With Travis Kelce sidelined, the Chiefs needed other skill players on offense to step up. Kadarius Toney fell woefully short of fulfilling that need.

Lions rookie class helps deliver huge statement win over Chiefs

The Lions made a big statement on Thursday night in a stunning 21-20 win over the defending champion Chiefs to kick off the 2023 season. Detroit's rookie class played a massive role in that win.

Former Super Bowl champion QB believes he can still play in NFL

Even though Joe Flacco is 38 years old and has not been a full-time starting quarterback since the 2017 season, he still believes that he can play in the NFL and is hoping for a chance at some point this season.

Watch: Bizarre protest causes long delay during Coco Gauff's U.S. Open match

The women's semifinal match at the U.S. Open between Coco Gauff and Karolina Muchova was suspended for nearly an hour on Thursday night after climate change protestors caused a disturbance in the stands.

Bengals make Joe Burrow highest-paid player in NFL history

Just as the 2023 NFL season kicked off in Kansas City on Thursday night, the Cincinnati Bengals were finalizing a deal with quarterback Joe Burrow to make him the highest paid player in NFL history.

NFC West coaching tiers: Pete Carroll leads experienced, successful division

The NFC West boasts a trio of experienced, accomplished coaches. How do they rank?

Nationals abruptly cancel Stephen Strasburg retirement news conference

It's a tough situation for Strasburg and a bad look for the Nationals. Strasburg didn't do anything wrong in this situation.

NFC West stock up, down: Seahawks star is out ... again

With the preseason behind us and the start of Week 1 imminent, here's a look at whose stock is up and down in the NFC West.

Giancarlo Stanton milestone sparks 'what if' discussion regarding career

Yankees designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton hit the 400th home run of his career on Tuesday night in a 5-1 win over the Tigers, putting him in some pretty exclusive company.

Astros' Jose Altuve hits three HRs in three innings as part of insane tear

There is not a hitter in baseball right now that is hotter than Astros second baseman Jose Altuve.

Arizona Cardinals ceiling and floor for 2023

The Arizona Cardinals head into the 2023 NFL regular season with a new head coach, an unsettled quarterback situation at the start and probably the lowest expectations of any team in the league.  Is there any chance for them to exceed those expectations?

Longtime NFL reporter retires from ESPN

The 71-year-old was a staple of ESPN's NFL coverage, playing prominent roles on its NFL Draft coverage as well as being a top insider for "Sunday NFL Countdown" and "Monday Night Countdown."

Chiefs could be without offensive star for Thursday's season opener

Already facing the possibility of being without a key member of their defense due to the holdout of defensive lineman Chris Jones, the Kansas City Chiefs may also be without one of their top offensive players for Thursday's season opener against the Detroit Lions.

Northwestern interim coach talks feelings in first game after hazing fallout

The Northwestern Wildcats were 24-7 losers at Rutgers on Sunday afternoon, extending the program's losing streak to 12 consecutive games dating back to last season.

Angels may have found way to avoid luxury tax and why that matters

The Los Angeles Angels might have just found a way to limbo under the luxury tax threshold.

Cowboys lock in another key player with big-money deal

The Dallas Cowboys have spent some significant money this offseason and have a couple of key players in the market for new deals over the next couple of years in quarterback Dak Prescott, wide receiver CeeDee Lamb and defensive end Micah Parsons.

Chiefs coach has no idea when star defensive lineman will show up

The Kansas City Chiefs are just a few days away from kicking off the 2023 season and they still have no idea when if one of their best and most important players is going to be on the field.

Watch: Braves' Ronald Acuna Jr. crushes hardest hit ball of MLB season

Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. absolutely vaporized his 32nd home run of the season.

Michigan QB wears 'free Harbaugh' shirt in support of suspended coach

Michigan Wolverines players made it very clear on Saturday that they want head coach Jim Harbaugh back on the team's sidelines.

College football game offers early contender for craziest ending this season

The 2023 college football season is just starting and we already have a contender for the wildest, craziest ending to a game we will see all year.

Oregon opens season with record-setting performance

The No. 15 ranked Oregon Ducks opened their 2023 season Saturday with a tune-up game against FCS Portland State, and it ended up being a record-setting day for the Ducks offense.

Rams have to be getting concerned with Cooper Kupp situation

The Los Angeles Rams face much uncertainty heading into the 2023 season, with Cooper Kupp's injury status one of the more pressing question marks.

Hype surrounding Colorado and Coach Prime is about to erupt

Hop on the Colorado bandwagon while there is still room because the Buffaloes look like they are back with a vengeance.

MLB keeping same pitch clock rules for postseason

Despite numerous requests from players, Major League Baseball will not be making any changes to its pitch clock rules for the postseason and will be sticking with the formula that has been used throughout the 2023 regular season.

Watch: Top Yankees prospect homers in his first MLB at-bat

Jasson "The Martian" Dominguez homered in his first MLB at-bat as the New York Yankees try to jump-start a youth movement at the end of a lost 2023 season.