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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

Look: Minor league team has incredible George Costanza bobblehead for 'Seinfeld' night

Nobody does promotional nights quite like minor league baseball teams, and the Brooklyn Cyclones have raised the bar for their "Seinfeld" night later this summer. 

Hurricanes get crushed by Devils despite tying NHL record

The Devils got themselves back into their second round series against the Hurricanes on Sunday afternoon with a dominant 8-4 win. 

Dodgers, Padres will reportedly open 2024 season in South Korea

It will be the first time Major League Baseball will have regular season games in South Korea, and the eighth time since 1999 that the league will open its season outside of the United States or Canada. 

Oilers power play looks unstoppable while scoring at historic rate

The Oilers' power play unit is performing at an unprecedented level in the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs. 

Jets coach has a message for Mekhi Becton after deleted tweet

Jets head coach Robert Saleh has made both tackle spots on his offensive line an open competition, and one of the players involved in those competitions — Mekhi Becton — doesn't seem interested in having to fight for his spot. The coach had a response.

Vida Blue was the last American League player to accomplish this rare feat

The Oakland A's announced on Sunday morning that former All-Star pitcher Vida Blue died at the age of 73.

Rangers, Gerard Gallant part ways after disappointing playoff exit

The decision comes less than a week after the Rangers suffered a disappointing first round loss to the Devils, prematurely ending a season that started with Stanley Cup aspirations. 

Yankees expect injured slugger to return on Tuesday

The New York Yankees finally received a good piece of injury news, as slugger Aaron Judge is expected to return to the lineup on Tuesday.

The Cardinals' season has been a mess and just keeps getting worse

The St. Louis Cardinals are in the midst of a horrible start to the season, one which seems to keep getting worse.

Two more horses died at Churchill Downs ahead of Kentucky Derby

The injuries, the scratches from the Derby and the multiple horse deaths have put the track and the sport of horse racing under an intense microscope. 

Why Bills GM does not want to go all-in for one year

The Buffalo Bills have been a Super Bowl contender for the past four years and general manager Brandon Beane wants to make sure they remain one on a yearly basis.

Road teams dominating NHL playoffs at historic rate

Entering play on Friday, road teams have won 34 of the first 56 games playoff games this season, a winning percentage of .607.

Panthers' Sam Bennett not punished for injuring Maple Leafs rookie with wrestling move

Not only do the Leafs find themselves down in a 2-0 series hole against the Panthers after losing two games at home, but they lost promising rookie Matthew Knies to a head injury during Thursday's game after Florida's Sam Bennett dropped a wrestling move on him.

GM: Viral video not why 49ers signed undrafted WR

Former East Carolina wide receiver Isaiah Winstead had a frustrating weekend during the NFL Draft after not hearing his name called, then not getting any offers to sign as an undrafted free agent when the draft concluded. Then the 49ers signed not too long after he took matters into his own hands.

Damar Hamlin vacations with Bengals wide receiver trio

Buffalo Bills defensive back Damar Hamlin has been cleared to return to football activities following his terrifying in-game collapse this past season, and it looks like he is taking in some vacation time with members of the Cincinnati Bengals. 

Former Mets star announces retirement from baseball

Former New York Mets pitcher Matt Harvey announced his retirement from baseball on Friday, ending a nine-year career that was equal parts brilliance and frustration.

Rays historic start paints promising picture for team's potential this season

The Tampa Bay Rays are off to one of the best starts of the modern era, and history paints a very encouraging picture for the team and its fans.

Falcons coach called draft prospect boring in predraft interview

It is not uncommon to hear about awkward interviews and questions during the predraft process in the NFL, and Tennessee Titans first-round pick Peter Skoronski shared a bizarre story of his experience when he was interviewed by the Atlanta Falcons.

Veteran Pirates outfielder rips umpires after Rays sweep

Pittsburgh Pirates veteran Andrew McCutchen voiced his displeasure with the umpires following his team's three-game sweep at the hands of the Tampa Bay Rays.

Jalen Brunson does something no Knicks player has done in 10 years

The Knicks made a huge investment in Jalen Brunson this season, signing him to a four-year, $104M contract over the summer. It is really paying off.

Padres pitcher seems to really hate baseball's new rules

Major League Baseball's rule changes for the 2023 season seem to be a rousing success so far and most people seem to be on board with them. Just do not include Padres starting pitcher Blake Snell to be among them.

Former Army standout gets one of largest signing bonuses ever for undrafted free agent

The Minnesota Vikings made a significant undrafted free agent addition on Tuesday, signing former Army edge rusher Andre Carter II. They seem very confident that he can not only make the team, but that he might also be able to make an impact.

Antonio Brown's arena football team is swimming in controversy

After ruining his NFL playing career, Antonio Brown finds himself in another situation. 

Steph Curry has record-setting Game 7 performance in win over Kings

Stephen Curry played out of his mind in a Game 7 win over the Sacramento Kings on Sunday.