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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

Eagles LB Myles Jack retiring just weeks after joining team

It was just a little more than two weeks ago that the Eagles signed veteran linebacker Myles Jack and were giving him first-team reps in training camp. Now he is retiring from the NFL, according to a report from ESPN on Sunday. 

Strong preseason showing will increase expectations for Steelers

Even though it has only been two preseason games there is still a lot to like about what the Steelers have put on film this summer. 

Patriots-Packers game suspended after rookie stretchered off

The Patriots said that he had feeling in all of his extremities but was still being taken to a local hospital for further tests and observation.

Saints say Jimmy Graham arrested after experiencing medical episode

New Orleans Saints tight end Jimmy Graham was arrested on Friday night for suspicion of being under the influence of a controlled substance after he was seen by police wandering into traffic.

Lions QB Teddy Bridgewater wears strange jersey number for preseason game

Teddy Bridgewater took the field wearing a number that is usually worn by linemen and linebackers. 

Malik Willis needs to take advantage of great opportunity in second preseason game

It is going to be the Malik Willis show for the Tennessee Titans on Saturday night in what might be one of his best opportunities to show the coaching staff what he is capable of as a starting quarterback.

Watch: Pete Alonso accidentally threw player's first MLB hit into the stands

The first Major League hit is a big deal for every player that makes the show, and it is always capped off with that player getting the baseball as a keepsake. Everybody on the field is usually aware of the situation and works to get the rookie the baseball. 

Jadeveon Clowney won't improve Ravens as much as you might think

Between the additions of Clowney and wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr., the Ravens would be having an incredible offseason if it was still 2019. Unfortunately for them, it is not.

Commanders make infamous history with another new starting QB

Howell will become the seventh different opening day starting quarterback for the franchise over the past seven years.

Browns kicker having terrible preseason, deletes social media post after missed kicks

You never really appreciate how important a good kicker is until your team has a kicker it can't trust.

Cubs star could be looking at major contract this offseason after resurrecting career

The Chicago Cubs are very much alive in the National League playoff race, and the offseason addition of Cody Bellinger has been one of the biggest reasons why.

Watch: Little League World Series pitcher dominates with immaculate inning

Nine pitches. Nine strikes. Each of them more impressive than the one that preceded it.

Patrick Mahomes wants Andy Reid to call one particular play more often

There is one play that Reid has seemingly removed from the Chiefs' playbook that Mahomes wants to see more of.

Pirates' No. 1 pick turned down opportunity to be two-way player

The Pittsburgh Pirates offered No. 1 overall pick Paul Skenes, a right-handed starting pitcher out of LSU, the opportunity to try and be the next Shohei Ohtani. It appears he is not interested.

NFL teams playing risky game with joint practices

Joint practices have become a pretty common trend in NFL training camps. But do these sessions present an unnecessary risk?

Mets reliever delivers one of the worst sequences of the season

Mets relief pitcher Grant Hartwig entered Tuesday's game against the Pirates facing a tough situation. He did not handle it well.

Rays ace will miss entire 2024 season after Tommy John Surgery

The 2023 Major League Baseball season is not even finished yet and the Tampa Bay Rays already got some brutal news for the 2024 season. Manager Kevin Cash told reporters on Tuesday that ace starting pitcher Shane McClanahan will be undergoing Tommy John Surgery on Monday and is likely to miss the entire 2024 season. 

Watch: Lionel Messi keeps dominating MLS with another incredible goal

Messi is going to be a step above everybody. But he is taking that to an entirely new level in the MLS. 

Lamar Jackson appears to have more input on Ravens offense following contract

The Baltimore Ravens gave starting quarterback Lamar Jackson a five-year, $260 million contract extension this offseason. With that extra money comes extra pressure and expectations.

Colts, Panthers should keep expectations low for rookie starting quarterbacks

With Tuesday's announcement that Anthony Richardson has won the Indianapolis Colts' starting quarterback job, it's likely that three rookie quarterbacks could be leading their respective teams this season.

Fan follows through and names daughter after Mookie Betts following home run

An otherwise forgettable home run hit by Mookie Betts is going to have a long-lasting implication for one family.

Neymar closing on deal to leave PSG, join Saudi Professional League

Neymar looks likely to jump to the Saudi Professional League.

Derek Carr shines in Saints preseason debut

The New Orleans Saints are hoping that Derek Carr can fill the quarterback void that has existed since Drew Brees' retirement, and he made a great first impression on Sunday afternoon.

D.J. Moore is exactly what the Bears and Justin Fields need

It only took one preseason game for Moore to show what he can bring to the Bears, and it may be exactly what the team needs.

Stetson Bennett could provide Rams with much-needed quarterback depth

Even though he led the Georgia Bulldogs to back-to-back national championships, quarterback Stetson Bennett entered the NFL with relatively little fanfare and low expectations.  The Los Angeles Rams, however, think they see something in him and liked enough about him to use a fourth-round pick in the 2023 NFL Draft on him.