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.

July 21, 2023 | Baltimore Ravens

Former Pro Bowl RB joins Ravens on one-year deal

The Baltimore Ravens and 30-year-old running back Melvin Gordon III agreed to a one-year, $3.1 million deal on Friday per ESPN's Adam Schefter. The Denver Broncos released Gordon III in November after 10 games plagued by ball security issues, with five fumbles in 10 games.

July 21, 2023 | NFL

No surprise at top of 'Madden NFL 24' QB rankings

While it isn't surprising to see Patrick Mahomes top the list, there are some interesting storylines further down the list.

July 20, 2023 | Atlanta Braves

Watch: Braves fan's challenge of 'The Freeze' falls short

An Atlanta Braves fan had a heartbreaking race against "The Freeze."

July 20, 2023 | Manchester United

Manchester United manager names new captain

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has decided the next player to wear the captain's armband for the Red Devils, taking over from former captain Harry Maguire.

July 19, 2023 | NFL

Takeaways from 'Madden NFL 24' RB ratings

With the reveal of the "Madden NFL 24" top-10 rated running backs on Wednesday, we have dozens of interesting storylines to follow.

July 17, 2023 | MLB

Watch: Announcer's jinx caps Yankees' brutal loss

Sports are full of superstitions and the "announcer's jinx" is one of the most well-known. The Yankees were bit by that jinx in a big way Sunday.

July 13, 2023 | MLB

MLB insider reveals 'most motivated' team in Shohei Ohtani sweepstakes

His ability to hit for contact as well as power will be a welcome addition to a lineup with the third-lowest batting average in all MLB so far this year.

July 12, 2023

Watch: 'Banana Ball' strikes again

When is it no longer cool to bring your own glove to a baseball game? If you're going to watch the Savannah Bananas play, the answer is never.

July 12, 2023 | NBA

NBA approves new rules for next season

The NBA Board of Governors officially approved two rule changes for the 2023-24 season.

July 10, 2023 | MLB

Watch: MLB commissioner serenaded by unhappy fans during draft

One such tradition is booing the commissioner of whatever league's draft you're attending; an activity baseball fans in town for the MLB Draft pounced on early and often in Seattle on Sunday night.

July 7, 2023 | Charlotte Hornets

Hornets star 'shooting for MVP' after signing max extension

Good news, Charlotte Hornets' fans: LaMelo Ball is here to stay. With the extension secured, Ball told Charlotte general manager Mitch Kupchak he plans to live up to his new deal.

July 6, 2023 | St. Louis Cardinals

Watch: Costly error continues Cardinals disappointing 2023

In a year where little has gone to plan for the St. Louis Cardinals, Wednesday night's loss to the Miami Marlins seemed almost inevitable.

July 4, 2023 | Los Angeles Angels

Angels await X-ray results on former MVP

Just four days after being named to his 11th All-Star Game, Los Angeles Angels center fielder Mike Trout is in danger of heading to the injured list.

July 4, 2023 | Athletics

Watch: A's DH emotional after learning he's an All-Star

Brent Rooker is officially an All-Star, selected by his fellow players to represent Oakland in the Midsummer Classic later this month in Seattle.

June 27, 2023 | Toronto Blue Jays

Former Cy Young candidate rocked in rookie ball

Alek Manoah made his debut for the Florida Complex League (FCL) Blue Jays, Toronto's rookie-ball minor league team, and got shelled by FCL Yankees.

June 27, 2023 | MLB

Does MLB need robot umpires?

Being an umpire is hard. Tracking something three inches in diameter moving anywhere from 80-100 miles per hour is a very difficult thing to do. Is it time to let technology take over?

June 26, 2023 | New York Yankees

Imminent return of starter could jump-start Yankees

A key offseason addition for the Yankees hasn't had the opportunity to make an impact yet this season, but that could change soon.

June 22, 2023 | Alabama Crimson Tide

Hornets draft SEC Player of the Year to pair with LaMelo Ball

Miller is a 6-foot-9 forward out of Alabama whom the Hornets hope will become an elite scorer to pair with their star point guard LaMelo Ball.

June 22, 2023 | Cincinnati Reds

Red hot: Three keys to Cincinnati's turnaround

The Cincinnati Reds started the 2022 MLB season 3-22 en route to a last-place finish in the National League Central. But as of Thursday they own the league's longest winning streak (11 straight) and lead the division. So what's behind the Reds' resurgence?