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Ted Goldberg

Ted Goldberg is a sports writer based in New Jersey who previously worked as a journalist for Spectrum News and PBS. He joined Yardbarker in September 2025, primarily writing about the NFL, MLB, and NBA. He graduated from Syracuse with a degree in Broadcast Journalism a very long time ago. You can find him on X (where he used to be verified) at @TedGoldbergTV.

Pitt's Pat Narduzzi excoriates NCAA for allowing athletes to bet on pro sports

Earlier in October, an NCAA committee voted to allow collegiate athletes to place wagers on pro sports starting on Nov. 1.

DeAndre Jordan's contract with Pelicans puts him in elite company

The veteran center has joined the New Orleans Pelicans on a one-year deal, according to the NBA's official transaction wire.

Hard-fought ALCS sparks generosity from Blue Jays, Mariners fans

The latest heartbreak for the Seattle Mariners has sparked some positivity.

Will Justin Fields start in Week 8? Jets coach Aaron Glenn still searching for answers at QB

Who will start at quarterback for the hapless New York Jets, who got another lame performance from Justin Fields in a Week 7 loss to the Carolina Panthers?

Connor McDavid's new deal sends clear message to Oilers

McDavid's recent contract extension appears to be quite the team-friendly deal — at least on the surface.

Devils keep Hughes brothers together after massive new contract

The Devils agreed to terms with defenseman Luke Hughes on a seven-year deal worth $63 million on Wednesday. 

Mets broadcast crew eviscerates team after squandering playoff position

On June 12, the Mets were 45-24, good for the best record in baseball, and had a 5.5-game lead in the NL East. It's been all downhill since then as the team missed out on the playoffs after a stunning collapse.

How Jaxson Dart's debut compares to notable Big Blue quarterbacks

Jaxson Dart's Big Blue debut was encouraging, but how did it compare to other notable Giants signal-callers?

Fantastic Mr. Fried: How Max Fried's debut Yankee season compares to pinstripe pitchers

Max Fried's final start of the regular season on Wednesday encapsulated everything the Yankees expected when they signed him to a massive contract. Where does his debut season in pinstripes rank in franchise history?

Mets reclaim playoff position after stunning win over Cubs

Two days after slipping out of a playoff spot, the New York Mets found themselves in a precarious position against the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday.

Sabres share 'traumatic' health situation Rasmus Dahlin's fiancee experienced

As Dahlin began training camp, he shared a "traumatic" story about his fiancée, Carolina Matovac, and her major health scare from earlier this summer.

Capitals give optimistic update about Alex Ovechkin's health

Despite missing a second straight practice, Alexander Ovechkin doesn't appear to have suffered a significant injury during Capitals training camp.

Brandon Tanev continues streak of hilarious headshots with new NHL team

Picture day for professional athletes can be a dull affair, but not so much for Utah Mammoth left wing Brandon Tanev.

Yankees' Max Fried bolsters dark-horse Cy Young hopes against Orioles

Fried's latest dominant outing helped the New York Yankees maintain their three-game wild-card lead and proved that his summer swoon is firmly in the rear-view mirror.

Bills' Josh Allen breaks Patrick Mahomes record in win over Dolphins

Josh Allen's primetime victory Thursday didn't just push the Buffalo Bills to 3-0. The star QB also beat Patrick Mahomes' record for a significant touchdown milestone.

Angel Reese's signature sneakers sell out within hours of launch

Despite a tumultuous end to her second WNBA season, Chicago Sky star Angel Reese had no trouble selling out her first signature sneaker line.

Concerning report emerges about Capitals star Alexander Ovechkin's health

The Washington Capitals began their first day of training camp with an injury scare.