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Jackson Weber

Jackson Weber is a sports writer with a BComm in Business and Sport Management from the University of Guelph. While he has focused primarily on NHL coverage in recent years, he brings strong knowledge and passion for the NFL, MLB, and NBA. Following all four major leagues year-round, Jackson delivers honest, opinion-driven stories on the biggest topics in sports. When he’s not watching or writing about games, he enjoys staying active and experimenting in the kitchen.

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NHL, NFL, MLB, NBA.

Phillies' Bryce Harper has an obvious suitor if he were to be traded

Phillies president of baseball operations Dave Dombrowski is never shy to shake things up, particularly via trade, and his year-end media availability comments might have just given us a hint at how bold it could get.

Eagles need more from Saquon Barkley if they want to be Super Bowl contenders

The Eagles are a completely different team when Saquon Barkley is on, and their chances at winning back-to-back Super Bowls ride on it.

Three potential landing spots for Freddy Peralta amid trade rumors: These teams are top options

Peralta was the Brewers ace in 2025, going 17-6 with a 2.70 ERA in a career-high 176.2 IP.

Blue Jays should bring Josh Naylor home this offseason

There are more important things to sort out for Toronto over the coming days and weeks, but once the offseason commences, targeting Josh Naylor should be something they consider. 

Yankees trading for Cy Young winner Tarik Skubal doesn't make sense

The New York Yankees are and will always be one of the biggest spenders in Major League Baseball. 

Insider questions Kyler Murray's future with Cardinals

It’s been a roller coaster of a 2025-26 season thus far for quarterback Kyler Murray and the Arizona Cardinals.

Yankees facing crucial offseason as World Series drought continues

It’s been a few days since the New York Yankees' (94-68) 2025 season came to an end, which is already enough time to begin looking toward the offseason.

Lamar Jackson, Ravens cannot afford a lost season

Every year in every sport, there's always a couple of teams for whom about everything seems to go wrong, resulting in a nightmare of a campaign. Through four weeks of the 2025-26 NFL season, the Baltimore Ravens (1-3) are looking like that team.

Blue Jays won’t go far if Vladimir Guerrero Jr. doesn't heat up

Heading into the final day of the MLB regular season, the Toronto Blue Jays (93-68) are in a battle till the very end with the New York Yankees (93-68) for the AL East division title.

Dolphins' trade of WR Tyreek Hill is long overdue

It's impossible to pinpoint a single factor or player for Miami's struggles, but what's clear is that change must be made. 

Aaron Judge heating up at the perfect time for Yankees, his MVP pursuit

The numbers don't lie: Judge should be the MVP.

Why Kawhi Leonard should have stayed with the Raptors

Los Angeles Clippers superstar forward Kawhi Leonard has found himself front and center in the headlines over the last 24 hours, but for all the wrong reasons.

Three best landing spots for Adley Rutschman this offseason

The Baltimore Orioles (59-70) made a potentially franchise-altering move this week, and it could lead to a significant addition to the trade market this offseason.

Shane Bieber draws rave reviews from manager after dominant Blue Jays debut

Bieber had not pitched since April of 2024 because of an elbow injury that required Tommy John surgery.

Three teams that should trade for Colts' Anthony Richardson Sr.

Richardson's Indianapolis tenure has been full of inconsistencies, injuries and now being demoted to backup behind Daniel Jones.

Three best trade fits for Diamondbacks 2B Ketel Marte

Could Ketel Marte be on the move this offseason?

Three best fits for Winnipeg Jets' Kyle Connor if he hits free agency in 2026

Let's examine three teams that would be the best fits to pry the two-time All-Star out of Winnipeg next summer.

Longtime Penguins superstar Evgeni Malkin receives high praise from GM

There may not be a more underappreciated player over the last 25 years in the NHL than Malkin.

Three teams that should take a flier on Odell Beckham Jr. for the 2025 season

Let’s look at three teams that should take a shot on the three-time Pro Bowler to see how much juice he’s got left in him.

Yankees slugger Aaron Judge lands at No. 1 on prestigious list

The MLB regular season is roughly 75 percent complete. Plenty has changed over the first 120 games or so, but one constant is New York Yankees superstar outfielder Aaron Judge. 

Dodgers two-time All-Star reveals he almost made return to former team

He is a key part of a team on a quest for back-to-back World Series titles in 2025.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander returns to Canadian hometown to celebrate NBA title

To say it was a special year for Thunder point guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander would be an understatement.

Aaron Donald and Micah Parsons tease NFL fans with wild idea

The major talking point around the NFL is the current rift between Parsons and the Dallas Cowboys, more specifically, owner Jerry Jones.

Josh Allen or Joe Burrow? Ja'Marr Chase sparks debate

Ja'Marr Chase was asked why Joe Burrow is deserving of a 99 rating. His comments caught some fans' attention. 

Why Trae Young is reportedly 'disappointed' with the Hawks

Young is right in the middle of his prime and coming off a season where he averaged 24.2 PPG and a career-high 11.6 APG.