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Adam Stites

Adam Stites is a Southern California native who lives in a new state every three months. He’s perennially disappointed by both the Jacksonville Jaguars and Arizona State Sun Devils. His dog is named Ramsey after the best cornerback in the NFL. You can follow him on Twitter at @AdamStites_.

Blue Jackets keep Patrik Laine with four-year, $34.8 million deal

Columbus Blue Jackets announced that Patrik Laine is staying with the team on a four-year, $34.8 million deal. 

Reports: Tennessee notified by NCAA of 18 football recruiting violations

The recruiting violations reportedly happened during Jeremy Pruitt's three-year tenure as the Vols' head coach from 2018 to 2020.

Report: Marlins' Jazz Chisholm Jr. to miss about six weeks with stress fracture in back

Miami Marlins second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. has a stress fracture in his back that will keep the All-Star out of action for approximately six weeks.

NFL 'could have sold three million tickets' to Bucs vs. Seahawks in Germany

Earlier this week, the NFL said it was "overwhelmed" by the demand for tickets for a November game between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Seattle Seahawks in Munich, Germany.

Flames reportedly 'want a top forward, a premium prospect and a first-round pick' for Matthew Tkachuk

The Calgary Flames are shopping Matthew Tkachuk on the trade market, but the price to acquire the All-Star winger won't be cheap.

Jets unveil 'stealth black' alternate helmets for 2022

The matte black helmet with chrome green face mask will be worn during home games against the New England Patriots, Chicago Bears and Jacksonville Jaguars.

Noah Lyles breaks 26-year-old U.S. record to win 200m world title

Noah Lyles became the world champion in the 200 meters on Thursday night and took down one of the longest standing American track and field records in the process.

Patriots name Joe Judge new quarterbacks coach

Judge will be tasked with the development of Mac Jones, a 2021 first-round pick who earned Pro Bowl honors as a rookie.

Report: Yankees, Dodgers among seven teams in Juan Soto trade talks

The Washington Nationals are fielding calls for two-time All-Star outfielder Juan Soto, and there is no shortage of interested parties.

Report: Deebo Samuel worried 49ers will 'shorten his career' with usage at RB

Deebo Samuel reportedly wants assurances from the San Francisco 49ers that the team won't jeopardize the longevity of his career by continuing to use him as a running back.

J.J. Watt to help fan pay for grandfather's funeral so she can keep her Texans gear

The defensive end has been an active philanthropist throughout his career, most notably raising over $37 million to help the city of Houston after Hurricane Harvey

Georgia head coach Kirby Smart agrees to 10-year, $112.5 million extension

Georgia Bulldogs head football coach Kirby Smart is cashing in on his national championship.

Miami head coach Mario Cristobal ditches turnover chain: 'It's not part of our culture'

Cristobal, 51, played offensive tackle at Miami during two of the team's national championship seasons in 1989 and 1991.

Five-time World Chess champion Magnus Carlsen won't defend title in 2023

Magnus Carlsen, who has been the reigning World Chess Champion for nine years, announced Wednesday that he won't defend his world title in 2023, citing a lack of motivation.

Watch: Klay Thompson pays tribute to Kobe Bryant at ESPYs

Klay Thompson earned Best Comeback Athlete honors at the 2022 ESPYs on Wednesday night and used the moment to pay tribute to former Los Angeles Lakers star Kobe Bryant.

Report: Flames could trade Matthew Tkachuk as soon as this week

The Calgary Flames lost leading scorer Johnny Gaudreau in free agency last week, and the team's second-leading scorer Matthew Tkachuk may be following him out the door.

UFC reportedly books Nate Diaz vs. Khamzat Chimaev for Sept. 10

Chimaev and Diaz have been a rumored matchup for months with UFC president Dana White discussing the possibility as far back as November 2021.

Former Bears DT Eddie Goldman retires two weeks after signing with Falcons

Goldman, 28, was the Chicago Bears' second-round pick in the 2015 NFL Draft and spent his entire career with the team before he was released in March.

Did ESPN miscount eliminate Kyle Schwarber from Home Run Derby?

Philadelphia Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber was a favorite to win the 2022 Home Run Derby, but failed to advance out of a first-round matchup against 42-year-old legend Albert Pujols.

Devils sign goaltender Vitek Vanecek to three-year, $10.2 million contract

The deal comes less than two weeks after acquiring the goaltender in a trade with the Washington Capitals.

Kings' No. 4 overall pick Keegan Murray named Summer League MVP

Sacramento Kings rookie Keegan Murray earned Summer League MVP honors after averaging 23.3 points and 7.3 rebounds.

Panthers debut alternate black helmet for November game against Falcons

The Carolina Panthers will set aside their silver helmets for the first time in franchise history later this year.

Report: Notre Dame will remain independent if it can get $75 million from NBC

Getting $75 million from NBC will likely require help, though.

Tigers send 2020 No. 1 pick Spencer Torkelson back to minors

On Sunday, the Tigers announced that Spencer Torkelson was optioned to Triple-A Toledo.

Rays OF Harold Ramirez suffers broken thumb after getting hit by pitch

Tampa Bay Rays first baseman Harold Ramírez suffered a broken thumb when he was hit by a pitch in the first inning of a Sunday game against the Baltimore Orioles, according to multiple reports.