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Michael Carpenter

Michael is a California kid, living in Arizona as a graduate of The Cronkite School of Journalism, Forks Up. He believes Yadier Molina will be in the Hall, and Dez caught it. Michael njoys spending his free time with his amazing wife and two beautiful daughters or playing video games. You can find him on Twitter @_MCSports.

2023 MLB awards betting preview: AL Cy Young

With spring training approaching, it's time to start thinking about 2023 MLB future bets. With most sportsbooks offering odds on award winners, we dive into the AL Cy Young market.

2023 MLB awards betting preview: NL Cy Young

With spring training imminent, it's time to start thinking about 2023 MLB future bets. With most sportsbooks offering odds on award winners, we dive into the NL Cy Young market.

Dodgers add former All-Star closer to their stacked bullpen

When healthy, he is an explosive arm, and he can make an already-dominant bullpen even better.

2023 MLB awards betting preview: NL Most Valuable Player

With spring training nearing, it's time to start thinking about your 2023 MLB future bets.

2023 MLB awards betting preview: AL Most Valuable Player

With spring training a couple of weeks away, it's time to start thinking about your 2023 MLB future bets. With most sportsbooks offering odds on award winners, we dive into the AL Most Valuable Player market.

D'Angelo Russell gives the Lakers exactly what they need

The Lakers desperately needed shooting at the trade deadline, and they went out and got it by acquiring D'Angelo Russell.

Team USA World Baseball Classic roster features four former MVPs

Team USA announced its roster Thursday for the 2023 World Baseball Classic, and it is loaded with talent. 

Three Cardinals who could be affected most by rules changes

The goals are to speed up the pace of play, make the game more exciting and to showcase the athletic abilities of the league's stars. Not everyone will benefit, though, especially pitchers.

Cowboys face critical decisions at key position

The Dallas Cowboys ended the season ranked eighth with 2,298 rushing yards and second with 24 rushing touchdowns, but the 2023 offseason is filled with uncertainty at running back.

Chiefs WR headlines potential Cowboys free-agent additions

The Cowboys must make tough decisions to keep the core of the team together. Dallas is 18th in the league with about $1.8M in cap room.

Lakers hoping for offensive boost from latest acquisition

With 35 games left and a shot at the playoffs still in reach, the Los Angeles Lakers are adding much-needed help in Rui Hachimura, the ninth overall pick in the 2019 NBA Draft.

Youngest player on Cowboys faces another huge battle vs. 49ers

When the Cowboys take the field Sunday, all eyes will be on the matchup between 21-year-old rookie left tackle Tyler Smith and 2022-23 NFL Defensive Player of the Year front-runner Nick Bosa. 

Three players the Cowboys could target in 2023 NFL Draft

When Dallas picks low in the first round, Georgia defensive lineman Jalen Carter — by far the best defensive tackle prospect — will be gone, but there is no shortage of players to beef up the Cowboys defensive line in the first round and beyond.

Cardinals have bullpen needs, but fans hear crickets

The St. Louis Cardinals need bullpen help, but the team has not made any notable additions so far. In 2022, the Cardinals' bullpen ranked second to last in the majors with 7.99 strikeouts per nine innings.

Joe Buck, other big names decline Cardinals play-by-play TV gig

Nearly three weeks ago, the St. Louis Cardinals and TV broadcaster Dan McLaughlin parted ways after his third DWI arrest since 2010. They have yet to find his replacement.