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Tim Josephs

Originally from New Jersey, Tim Josephs now finds himself in North Carolina. Thanks to his dad, he’s been a lifelong fan of only the lowliest New York sports teams. His biggest sports thrill was being at Game 6 of the 1986 World Series – which he left early, also thanks to his dad.

Five teams that should consider targeting Russell Wilson

Russell Wilson is in the process of a messy breakup with the Denver Broncos, but he makes sense for a number of NFL franchises.

Rory McIlroy makes major concession about LIV Golf

McIlroy has softened his stance on LIV, or, more specifically, on the players who decided to defect.

Four ideal trade targets for Lakers who could propel team to contender status

What trade would help propel the Lakers to another level or at least generate excitement in La La Land? Here are four players who would immediately create some buzz

Should the Suns consider trading Kevin Durant?

It’s safe to say that things aren’t going as planned for the Suns right now.

Not learning from mistakes could cost Ja Morant everything

Since his return from a second gun-related suspension, Ja Morant has been dazzling. But a questionable celebration has raised further questions regarding the embattled star.

Should Donovan Mitchell be on the Knicks’ Christmas list?

Rumors will continue to link Mitchell and the Knicks. Is a Mitchell acquisition something the team should pursue?

Knicks face tall task with Mitchell Robinson out for two months

A quarter of the season is in the books for the NBA, and the New York Knicks are off to their best start in years. But they're about to face a big challenge.

Is Shohei Ohtani just the tip of the iceberg for the Dodgers and Japanese players?

Now that the ink has dried on the biggest sports contract of all time (which, by the way, is over $150M more than the second-biggest sports contract of all time), the analysis can begin. 

A couple of former Mets heroes go to bat for Pete Alonso

A pair of New York Mets icons have come to the defense of Pete Alonso, who has been cropping up in trade rumors for months.

Knicks' RJ Barrett is proving that he's no consolation prize

When the Knicks failed to land the number one pick in the 2019 Draft, the groans could be heard emanating from NYC and anywhere else perpetually disappointed fans resided.

Do the Giants already have their long-term answer at QB?

So long, Daniel Jones. Hello...Tommy DeVito?

Things could get ugly with Giancarlo Stanton and the Yankees

The relationship between the New York Yankees and oft-injured slugger Giancarlo Stanton seems to be fracturing and the offseason has barely started.

Will the Yankees regret letting Carlos Mendoza go to Mets?

Not only did the Yankees lose valued member of their coaching staff Carlos Mendoza, but they lost him to their biggest rival this side of Boston: the cross-town Mets.

Is Craig Counsell worth all the hype?

Counsell generated a ton of interest this offseason, and the Cubs paid a pretty penny to lure the manager to Chicago. Was all the hoopla (and the payday) warranted?

Is Joel Embiid still an option for Knicks following James Harden trade?

Even though the Philadelphia 76ers just made a big trade to get a disgruntled star off their team, they may not be done making moves. Depending on the disgruntlement of another star — this one a little more important — they could also end up shipping out their franchise player.

Winners and losers of a possible NBA expansion

While it was only last year that commissioner Adam Silver downplayed talk of expansion, he’s singing quite a different tune now. So, who wins and who loses from expansion?

Are the cracks starting to show with Brock Purdy?

Elite quarterbacks rise to the challenge when undermanned, and Purdy hasn’t done that.

The NFL’s latest Super Bowl idea is just plain mad

It’s clearer than ever that the NFL is by far the most popular sport in the U.S., but a new idea floated by Roger Goodell proves he's not content to just conquer the nation.

Why it could be a huge mistake to relish Bill Belichick’s misery

While the sports world can be unpredictable, there’s been a constant over the last two decades: the New England Patriots will put a competitive team on the field.

Tampa Bay isn't worthy of the Rays

If a baseball team wins 99 games and earns a trip to the playoffs and nobody’s there to see it, did it even really happen?

Is Shohei Ohtani worth $500M if he doesn't pitch again?

With Ohtani continuing to shine as a pitcher and hitter, speculation ran rampant about how much money he’d be able to get with a new contract. After his performance in the World Baseball Classic in March, his agent must have been giddy with reports that he could earn as much as $1B. The dream of all those zeroes may have been shattered in late August.

Alexander Mattison situation highlights ugly side of fantasy football, gambling

After a forgettable night in a loss to the Eagles, the Vikings RB opened up Instagram to find more than 60 messages he called "disgustingly disrespectful," a trend many players say they've endured in this fantasy football and social media era.

Why NBA fans should be railing against the new load management rule

Over the years, the NBA has made some rather peculiar decisions. The strict dress code for players on the bench and the synthetic ball are just two examples.

Does Pete Alonso deserve better than the Mets?

Amid a disastrous season for the team, Mets star Pete Alonso has found himself in trade rumors. Would a move out of Queens actually be beneficial for the slugger?

End of an E.R.A. – The rise and fall of three Mets pitchers

Things looked exceptionally bright for the Mets in 2015. After eight straight seasons without making the playoffs, the team won 90 games that year and stormed their way to the World Series.