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Tommy Fradenburg

Tommy Fradenburg is a freelance writer and an alumni of UNC Chapel Hill currently based in Charlotte, North Carolina. He religiously follows his favorite teams The New York Yankees and Dallas Cowboys (yes, he knows) as well as his alma mater the Tar Heels and West Ham United F.C. in the Premier League. See more of his work on Twitter @tommyfradenburg.

Watch: Louisville HC's postgame presser encapsulates disastrous tenure

A nightmare era for Louisville men's basketball appears to be over.

Aaron Judge update will give Yankee fans deja vu

The Yankees gave a seemingly positive update on Judge, but Yankees fans have heard that before.

Vikings make smart move by adding RB who played for NFC North rival

Former Green Bay Packers running back Aaron Jones has agreed to terms on a one-year, $7 million deal with NFC North rival Minnesota,

Bengals WR Tee Higgins requests trade

Cincinnati Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins has requested a trade from the team after failing to make any progress on a long-term contract.

Astros ace to start season on injured list

The Astros will be without the leader of their rotation to start the season.

Hornets make another positive move with anticipated hiring of new executive

The Hornets are expected to hire Brooklyn Nets executive Jeff Peterson as their next head of basketball operations.

Could these fans sway Juan Soto to remain a Yankee past 2024?

When outfielder Juan Soto makes his New York Yankees home debut April 5, Yankee Stadium will be rocking. But that's what the former San Diego Padres star expects for every  home game.

Tim Anderson looking for bounce-back year with Miami Marlins

The Miami Marlins agreed to a one-year, $5 million contract with former White Sox shortstop Tim Anderson pending a physical, ESPN's Jesse Rogers reported on Thursday.

Yankees' Anthony Rizzo shares update on his concussion issues

Rizzo played in just 99 games last season.

Why 2024 is critical season for Yankees' Giancarlo Stanton

In November, New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman commented about designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton and the injury issues that have plagued him during his time in pinstripes. 

Yankees fan favorite Nestor Cortes Jr. shares encouraging update

Little went well in 2023 for the New York Yankees, but there's some hope for optimism in 2024.

Watch: Yankees' Gerrit Cole heaps praise on new teammate Juan Soto

The New York Yankees enter spring training with the taste of the franchise's worst season since 1995 still lingering.

Watch: Hornets' Brandon Miller sets team rookie record

The rookie is one of the few reasons fans should continue to follow the struggling team.

Hornets president Mitch Kupchak stepping down to 'organizational advisor'

Charlotte Hornets President of Basketball Operations Mitch Kupchak is stepping down from his job and into a role as an "organizational advisor."

Royals break out checkbook for franchise-record deal with Bobby Witt Jr.

The 23-year-old from Colleyville, Texas, hit .276 with 30 home runs and 96 RBI last season — the second of his career.

Richarlison continues great form with first-half brace against Everton

When Tottenham Hotspur sold striker Harry Kane to Bayern Munich last summer, someone needed to fill the scoring void.

The UNC-Duke rivalry is back where it belongs

It appears that college basketball's greatest rivalry is being renewed.

Watch: Alex Smith makes executive decision on Brock Purdy game-manager debate

After leading the San Francisco 49ers back from a 17-point halftime deficit on Sunday against the Detroit Lions, 49ers starting quarterback Brock Purdy is an absurd 21-5 in the regular season and NFL playoffs combined. 

Watch: Joe Flacco makes hilarious case for Damar Hamlin to win 2023 Comeback Player of the Year

Nominee for the NFL Comeback Player of the Year Award, Joe Flacco revealed who he thinks should win it.

Will hiring of Dave Canales as Panthers HC take white-hot spotlight off owner?

If Tepper continues to meddle in the football operations and undermines his head coach, it won't matter who has the job.

Did the Bucks make the right call with Doc Rivers hire?

The Milwaukee Bucks finalized a deal to make Doc Rivers their next head coach on Wednesday morning.

Legendary third baseman leads MLB Hall of Fame class of 2024

The National Baseball Hall of Fame announced its 2024 class on Tuesday.

Hornets make right call by becoming sellers ahead of trade deadline

After trading guard Terry Rozier to the Miami Heat for Kyle Lowry and a lottery-protected first-round pick in the 2027 NBA Draft on Tuesday, the Charlotte Hornets aren't done selling.

Cowboys DC Dan Quinn set for HC interview with team that should be his favorite

On Monday, ESPN's Jeremy Fowler reported Dallas defensive coordinator Dan Quinn is set for a second interview with the Washington Commanders, his third head-coaching interview scheduled this week. 

Wake Forest finally at full strength ahead of key stretch

The Wake Forest Demon Deacons have been a work in progress all season.