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Dan Treacy

Dan is a lifelong sports fan who has covered several sports on social media since he was 12. He grew up in Yonkers, New York and graduated from Boston University with a journalism degree. You can find Dan giving completely unsolicited sports takes on Twitter at @DanTreacyASN.

Half of MLB has reached World Series more recently than Yankees

Of the top 12 highest-spending teams since 2010, only the Yankees and Angels haven't reached the World Series.

Christian McCaffrey deal positions Panthers to draft franchise QB

The Panthers maintained that they weren't actively shopping running back Christian McCaffrey, but there were more than a few good reasons to make a deal.  More than anything else, the trade gives Carolina another layer of protection heading into the 2023 Draft.

Yankees manager Aaron Boone under fire for not using Clay Holmes in stunning loss

Yankees manager Aaron Boone was tasked with piecing together the bullpen for 13 outs against the Guardians on Saturday night, but 12 outs was all he would get. 

UCLA could be a legit national title contender, but where are the fans?

Of the 14 remaining undefeated Power Five programs this season, UCLA is among the most surprising. Can the Bruins remain a legitimate player on the national scene?

Yankees' DJ LeMahieu reportedly dealing with foot fracture

LeMahieu missed much of the final month of the regular season with what was described as a toe injury, and the three-time All-Star was left off the Yankees' ALDS roster despite returning for the final week of the season.

Where could Matt Rhule land next after firing by Panthers?

The writing has been on the wall for Matt Rhule's time in Carolina since the end of last season, so speculation about a return to the collegiate level didn't just start after his firing.

The Cowboys defense is dominant, but is it enough to win a championship?

The Cowboys defense has been impressive, but is it good enough to lead the team to a Super Bowl title?

Giants' Brian Daboll emerging as prime Coach of the Year candidate

The Giants are off to a surprising 4-1 start, launching first-year head coach Brian Daboll into the Coach of the Year conversation. 

Midges invade FirstEnergy Stadium before Chargers-Browns game

Midges, harmless mosquito-like insects that emerge from Lake Erie each October, invaded FirstEnergy Stadium before the Browns hosted the Chargers on Sunday afternoon.

Colts rookie Alec Pierce becoming Matt Ryan's favorite target

Lost in the ugliness that was the Colts' win over the Broncos on Thursday night was the continued emergence of rookie wide receiver Alec Pierce.  Pierce was targeted nine times in the offensive slog, finishing with 81 yards on eight catches and eliciting praise from analyst Kirk Herbstreit during the game.

Starling Marte added to Mets' postseason roster after missing time with injury

Marte was listed on the roster just three days after manager Buck Showalter said Marte had improved, but "not to the point where he can play in a game."

Is this version of Saquon Barkley here to stay?

Even the most optimistic fans might not have seen Saquon Barkley's dominant start to the season coming. 

Jets' Sauce Gardner on covering Tyreek Hill: 'This is what I dreamed about coming to the NFL'

Jets rookie cornerback Sauce Gardner is in the midst of a strong rookie season, and he's looking forward to his toughest test yet this Sunday.

Von Miller says WR Odell Beckham Jr. could see himself with Bills

The 29-year-old receiver has been seen on the sidelines in Tampa and New Orleans this season, and he was reportedly spending time around his former team in New York last week to see injured former teammate Sterling Shepard.

QB Mac Jones seen limping during Patriots practice

Patriots quarterback Mac Jones appeared to be walking with a limp during practice on Wednesday as he attempts to work his way back from a left ankle sprain.

Top NBA prospects Victor Wembanyama, Scoot Henderson shine in must-see matchup

While Henderson flashed superstar potential, the opportunity to see Wembanyama play against high-level competition in America is something NBA fans should treasure.

Aaron Judge after hitting 62nd home run: 'It's a big relief'

It took exactly two weeks for Judge to get to No. 62 after hitting No. 60, creating a stretch of games that put all of the attention on his plate appearances.

Tennessee could present unique challenge for Alabama

Tennessee leads all FBS programs with 559.3 total yards per game, and the team's 48.5 points per game trail only Ohio State.

Jimbo Fisher's Texas A&M tenure beginning to mirror Kevin Sumlin's

Is Fisher's tenure heading the same direction as Sumlin's?

Nick Saban, Jimbo Fisher set to face off for first time since war of words

Texas A&M stunned No. 1 Alabama last October, upsetting the Crimson Tide in a defensive battle.

Rob Ninkovich on Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa: 'You have to protect the player from the player'

Former Patriots defensive end Rob Ninkovich said that Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa and other young players have to be protected from themselves when it comes to head injuries.

Which teams could follow Steelers and make a QB change?

This NFL season began without a rookie quarterback as starter for the first time since 2007, but the drought could end in Week 5 after Kenny Pickett replaced Mitch Trubisky in the second half of the Steelers' Week 4 loss to the Jets. What other starting QBs are on the hot seat?

Matt Rhule's tenure with Panthers teetering amid 1-3 start

The end seems inevitable as long as Carolina stays stuck in neutral.

Kansas enters AP Top 25 for first time since 2009 at No. 19

The Kansas Jayhawks won twice on Saturday.