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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

Most overpaid, underpaid players in NFC West

Here are the most overpaid and underpaid players in the NFC West.

Dodgers pitcher sprains knee just three games after ACL return

While it's a disappointing development for Hudson after he put in all of that work to come back from a major injury, it is also tough news for a Dodgers pitching staff that has been decimated by injuries this season.

It's not too early to start making MVP argument for Reds rookie

Cincinnati Reds rookie Elly De La Cruz has been so good since his call-up to the majors that he has already emerged as the leading favorite for the National League Rookie of the Year award. With his current play, he could force his way into discussion for another NL award.

Major free-agent signing will finally make Yankees debut on Friday

Rodon signed a six-year, $162 million deal with the Yankees in free agency this winter and was one of the biggest moves the team made. But his debut season with the team has been delayed for months with elbow and back injuries.

Watch: Former Yankees OF responds to boos with home run in return to Bronx

Aaron Hicks had become public enemy No. 1 among New York Yankees fans this season due to his sizable contract and small production. Tuesday,  he returned to the Bronx as an opponent and gave the fans a new reason to be upset with him.

Angels place three-time MVP on injured list

The Los Angeles Angels are trying to hang around in the American League playoff race but that task just got a lot tougher due to a major injury to one of their best players.

Joey Chestnut wins 16th hot dog eating contest after lightning delay

Not even a Mother Nature could stop Joey Chestnut from claiming another Nathan's Hot Dog eating contest on Tuesday.

Watch: Andrew McCutchen reunites with young fans from viral moment eight years later

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Andrew McCutchen had an opportunity to reunite with a pair of fans on Monday night that he first made contact with eight years ago in a moment that went viral across the internet.

Dodgers star ties franchise record with 10th All-Star Game appearance

Dodgers starting pitcher Clayton Kershaw was named to the National League All-Star roster on Sunday and tied a long-standing franchise record in the process.

2022 Wimbledon finalist withdraws from this year's tournament

Nick Kyrgios has been limited to just one singles match since November due to a knee injury and was expected to make his return at Wimbledon with a first round match on Monday morning.

Watch: Yankees manager Aaron Boone ejected for league-leading fifth time

No current manager in baseball gets ejected as much as the New York Yankees' Aaron Boone.

Watch: Rickie Fowler wins first PGA event in four years

Rickie Fowler finally got himself back into the win column on Sunday by sinking a 12-foot birdie putt on the first playoff hole of the Rocket Mortgage Classic in Detroit.

The one big change new Chargers OC is making for Justin Herbert

New Los Angeles Chargers offensive coordinator Kellen Moore is inheriting an offense that already has one of the game's most talented young quarterbacks in Justin Herbert.

Jaguars teammate doesn't think anybody can guard Calvin Ridley

Expectations are sky high for the Jacksonville Jaguars this season and the team doesn't appear to be shying away from building those expectations.

The five best signings from the first day of NHL free agency

Examining the five best signings from the first day of NHL free agency.

The five riskiest (and worst) signings from the first day of NHL free agency

The NHL's free-agent signing period officially opened on Saturday, and it did not take long for teams to start throwing around some silly money.

Patriots owner Robert Kraft responds to Bill Belichick spending critique

Bill Belichick seemed to criticize the team's lack of spending in recent years during his end-of-the-season press conference.

When the Furries arrive in Pittsburgh, Andrew McCutchen dominates

Perhaps the weirdest sub-plot to any career in Major League Baseball involves Pittsburgh Pirates star Andrew McCutchen and the yearly arrival of the Furries.

Pirates have big No. 1 pick decision to make while recent top pick shines

With Henry Davis, Oneil Cruz, Bryan Reynolds and the potential that will come with next month's top pick, the Pirates might finally have some impact players to build around.

San Francisco 49ers ceiling and floor for 2023

The San Francisco 49ers, who have made the NFC title game three of the past four seasons, are easily one of the league's best teams. From top to bottom, they have a terrific roster, and even with uncertainty at quarterback, San Francisco is elite.

Arizona Cardinals ceiling and floor for 2023

A disappointing 2022 season ended with the Cardinals overhauling their front office and coaching staff. Here is our best guess at the best- and worst-case scenarios for the 2023 Cardinals.  

Shohei Ohtani is having his most dominant, historic season yet

Los Angeles Angels superstar Shohei Ohtani has been making history for three years now as the greatest two-way player the sport has ever seen. He has not only exceeded all expectations in his ability to star as both a hitter and starting pitcher, but he also somehow manages to keep getting better.

Los Angeles Rams ceiling and floor for 2023

After winning Super Bowl LVI against Cincinnati, the Los Angeles Rams flopped in 2022. Injuries crushed their roster, leading to a brutal 5-12 season that sent them toward the bottom of the NFC standings.  How much better can things get in 2023?

Patriots corner doesn't understand why players can't bet on own team

The NFL's latest gambling suspensions on Thursday has brought another round of commentary and criticism on the league's gambling policy for players.  

Jaguars starter apologizes for suspension

Robinson has been a key starter on the Jaguars offensive line since 2017 and is a respected veteran in the locker room. Shortly after it was announced, he issued an apology for the suspension in a statement.