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Josh Keslinger

Josh is from New Jersey and is a recent graduate of the University of Hartford, where he studied Film and Digital Media and Journalism. He's a huge fan of the New Jersey Devils, New York Yankees, and Cleveland Browns, even when it's hard to be. When he's not screaming at the TV because his team lost, Josh also loves to watch and write about movies.

Five ways Reds phenom Elly De La Cruz amazes

The rookie from Sabana Grande de Boyá in the Dominican Republic has helped lift the Reds from an afterthought in the NL Central to a one-game division lead over the Milwaukee Brewers.

'Fastest man in the world' jump-starts youthful Reds

MLB teams sometimes leave highly touted prospects in the minors to extend their service time and prolong their free agency. The Reds are done with that.

What should the Yankees do with Luis Severino?

No one can deny that Luis Severino is dominant for the New York Yankees when he pitches. However, his ability to stay healthy over the course of a full season has raised questions.

NFL superstar likes the ring of 'KC Coyotes' should NHL team move

The reigning NFL MVP gave his seal of approval for a hypothetical move by the NHL's Arizona Coyotes to Kansas City.

The New Jersey Devils can come back from anything

Never count out the New Jersey Devils. If the Devils can clean up certain areas of their game, the sky's the limit for this team.

Already buried in AL Central, disappointing White Sox have gloomy outlook

The White Sox play in what may be MLB's weakest division, and there's still plenty of baseball left. However, Chicago has deeply rooted issues, and the promising days of 2021 seem far in the rearview mirror.

New York metro sports fans currently have a lot to cheer for

April is a great time in the sports world. The MLB season is in full swing, the Stanley Cup and NBA playoffs are under way and the excitement of the NFL offseason is at its highest with the NFL Draft at the end of the month.

While Rays set blistering pace, Yankees battle injury bug

Left-hander Carlos Rodón, who signed a six-year, $162 million in the offseason, has yet to make his Yankees debut due to a left arm injury, but he is not the only player the Yankees await to make a debut.

World Baseball Classic draws comparison to World Cup

Before the rigorous MLB season begins on March 30, the world came together for the fifth iteration of the World Baseball Classic.

Why Panthers could make playoffs—even with a rookie QB

Carolina hasn't played in the postseason since the 2016 season, but the reloading Panthers have opened up that possibility for 2023 with a strong offseason.  Speaking to the media Monday about sweeping changes and 2023 goals, new head coach Frank Reich didn't hold back.  "We mean business," he said.

10 players to watch in World Baseball Classic

The World Baseball Classic returns for the first time since 2017, and here are 10 players to watch as the event unfolds from March 7-21.

Five reasons why Tom Brady makes sense for Jets

Could New York turn to impending free agent Tom Brady? Longtime ESPN reporter Sal Paolantonio thinks Brady would be an excellent fit in the Big Apple, and there are several reasons he's right.

San Francisco Giants get nobody despite being in on everybody

On the evening of Dec. 13, the Giants had a deal in place with star shortstop Carlos Correa on a 13-year, $350M deal. One week later, he became the newest member of the Mets.

49ers QB Brock Purdy hovers in almost uncharted territory

Brock Purdy might be Mr. Irrelevant, but the San Francisco QB is as relevant as anyone in football.

Mets hog the offseason spending spotlight in New York

The Mets have surpassed the luxury tax threshold of $290 million. Fans shouldn't be surprised by the team's aggressiveness. When billionaire Steve Cohen bought the team in 2020, he said his goal was to win the World Series in "the next three to five years."

Colin Cowherd: New Rams QB Baker Mayfield a 'bust'

Both the Browns and Panthers moved on from Mayfield in 2022. While he'll get another chance to prove his worth with the defending Super Bowl champs, plenty of people believe Mayfield's days as a starter are long gone.