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Sam Minton

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Sam Minton has been covering sports since 2016. He has worked for various outlets including Sports Illustrated, Heavy, and Fansided. Along with writing for Yardbarker, he serves as the Site Manager of The Blazing Musket covering the New England Revolution.

Jaylen Brown's response to USA Basketball snub is justified

Jaylen Brown is coming off his best season of basketball in his entire where he helped lead the Celtics to a championship and was named NBA Finals MVP but Team USA thinks that Derrick White is a better option to take to the 2024 Summer Olympics. 

Why 2024-25 is most important season of Ja Morant's career

Ja Morant was limited to just nine games in the 2023-24 season due to off-court issues and injury.

Steph Curry wants to end career with Warriors

Stephen Curry has indicated that he wants to spend his entire career with the Golden State Warriors. Such a sentiment is becoming increasingly rare in the NBA, as well as the entire sports landscape.

Red Sox projected 'ace' Brayan Bello must improve

In 2022, Brayan Bello was the top pitching prospect in the Red Sox minor league system, but the 25-year-old has looked like a shell of himself on the mound recently.

Patriots rebuild finally headed in right direction

The New England Patriots have been in a state of limbo since the departure of Tom Brady, but they are finally headed in the right direction.

The unsung hero of the Celtics' 18th NBA championship

Brad Stevens deserves recognition for bringing the Celtics their 18th championship.

Aaron Rodgers puts Sauce Gardner, Jets teammates in tough position

Ahmad "Sauce" Gardner took to social media to defend New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers, but he shouldn't have to.

Why Stefon Diggs needs to move on from thinking about 2020 trade

Houston Texans wide receiver Stefon Diggs was traded by the Buffalo Bills in the offseason, but the All-Pro wide receiver is still thinking about the trade that shipped him to upstate New York.

One player makes bizarre choice for 'most overrated' colleague

New York Yankees slugger Juan Soto is widely regarded as one of the best bats in all of Major League Baseball but one player seems to think that Soto gets too much admiration.

L.A. Galaxy targeting Barcelona star

The L.A. Galaxy are on the precipice of acquiring Borussia Dortmund legend Marco Reus but the California club might add another European star to the squad.

Celtics' Al Horford details advice Tom Brady shared with him

The impact of Tom Brady appears to have crossed over into other Boston sports, as Celtics center Al Horford revealed that he has worked with the legendary QB.

Vince Carter claims he would beat Michael Jordan in dunk contest

Vince Carter's aerial skills are so skilled that he believes he can defeat the greatest player of all time in a hypothetical slam dunk contest.

Why 2024 NBA Finals will define Jayson Tatum's career

The Celtics have advanced to the 2024 NBA Finals and seem primed to win the 18th championship in its illustrious history. But for Jayson Tatum, the series means a lot more.

Why NFL ownership changes would be bad for league

The NFL is looking to open NFL ownership to a wider pool of candidates, and this is a bad sign for the league.

Cowboys star WR absent for OTAs

While not having the wide receiver for any period would hurt the offense, the front office is stressing patience.

Fanatics files lawsuit against Marvin Harrison Jr.

Marvin Harrison Jr's NFL career hasn't even truly started and the wide receiver is finding himself in trouble.

Western Conference team reportedly interested in Bronny James

Bronny James could compete against his father, LeBron James, out west.

Steelers veteran reportedly plans to sit out OTAs

For the first time in his career, the veteran defensive lineman will reportedly miss OTAs.

Celtics assistant named candidate for Lakers HC job

The Boston Celtics could lose another assistant.

Patriots QB Drake Maye a work in progress according to head coach

Patriots head coach Jared Mayo discussed the status of rookie QB Drake Maye.

MLB insider sees this Yankees slugger winning his first MVP

New York Yankees outfielder Juan Soto has been must-see TV this season.

Hornets hire top Celtics assistant as next head coach

The Hornets have found their new head coach, and he comes from a top contender in the Eastern Conference.

Watch: Yankees slugger hits hardest ball of 2024 MLB season

The New York Yankees have a wealth of players who can smash the seams off of a baseball, and on Wednesday evening vs. the Houston Astros, one of them hit the hardest ball of the season.