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Zachary Cariola

My name is Zachary Cariola and I have been a sports fan for as long as I can remember. My areas of expertise are MLB, NBA, and NFL. When I’m not writing, I love spending time with my family and learning history. 

Indiana’s Fernando Mendoza makes expected decision

Indiana University’s Fernando Mendoza put together one of the more memorable final seasons of his collegiate career, setting him up for the next phase, the

Patriots QB Drake Maye knows he must be 'cognizant' of Broncos edge-rushers

The Patriots are just one win away from reaching their first Super Bowl since 2018.

Bills owner Terry Pegula reveals if playoff loss led to Sean McDermott's firing

The Buffalo Bills aren’t just reeling from the divisional-round loss to the Denver Broncos (33-30), but are also mourning the firing of their former head coach, Sean McDermott, who was at the helm for the past nine seasons. 

Yankees, Cody Bellinger standoff comes to a close with five-year agreement

Outside of the reigning American League MVP, Aaron Judge, Bellinger was the Yankees' best player in 2025.

49ers DC Robert Saleh finalizing a deal to become Titans HC

It appears the Titans are close to answering one of their biggest offseason questions.

Braves find their stopgap at shortstop after Ha-Seong Kim's injury

One day after the Atlanta Braves received news that their shortstop for 2026, Ha-Seong Kim, suffered a hand injury, they found their stopgap at shortstop until his return.

Brock Purdy believes the 49ers ‘have the right guys’ to win a Super Bowl

The 49ers suffered a disappointing blowout loss to the Seahawks to end their season, but Purdy remains optimistic that the team has the pieces to win a Super Bowl.

Reds star Elly De La Cruz turned down record contract extension

At 24, De La Cruz has put together an impressive resume in his three years in the big leagues.

Mets improve lineup, agree to deal with free agent Bo Bichette

When all signs pointed to the Philadelphia Phillies landing Bichette, the New York Mets swooped in and stole him away from their division rival.

Future Hall of Famer Clayton Kershaw looks to cap off his career by playing for Team USA

Coming off his second World Series in back-to-back seasons and third overall (2020), Kershaw put together a career that solidified him as one of the best pitchers ever. 

Fernando Alonso, Aston Martin Aramco could benefit from rule changes in 2026

The world of Formula 1 will be different in 2026, thanks to all the new regulations and changes to the car, making it so that any one of the 11 teams can compete.

Team USA adds more pitching depth to roster, but still lacks a closer

Team USA has all the makings of having a dynamic offense heading into the World Baseball Classic.

Former executive says J.T. Realmuto has no market other than Phillies

Catcher J.T. Realmuto's options for next season may be running out. 

Khalil Mack uncertain about his future after Chargers' miserable loss

Mack wasn't ready to discuss his future following the Chargers' playoff loss to the Patriots.

Aaron Rodgers is not going to make 'emotional decisions' regarding future

At 42 years old and 21 years into his NFL career, Rodgers has established himself as one of the best quarterbacks of his era and of all time.

Mike Tomlin declines to address future following latest playoff shortcoming

Tomlin's future will be a point of speculation until the coach is ready to address it.

Jaguars QB Trevor Lawrence believes their success on offense is 'sustainable'

Jacksonville finished the regular season on an eight-game winning streak before falling to the Bills in the wild-card round.

Jim Harbaugh noncommittal on OC Greg Roman

The Los Angeles Chargers have some hard decisions after losing their second straight wild-card game.

Patriots QB Drake Maye 'never doubted' during ugly win over Chargers

The New England Patriots captured their first playoff win since Super Bowl LIII.

Reds add quality depth to bullpen in Pierce Johnson

Spending the past two seasons with the Atlanta Braves, Johnson had a solid season in 2025, pitching to a 3-3 record with a 3.05 ERA, while recording one save and striking out 59 batters in 59.0 innings.

Former Phillies outfielder Max Kepler suspended after positive PED test

Major League Baseball announced Friday that it will be suspending Kepler for 80 games after testing positive for a banned substance called Epitrenbolone.

Diamondbacks lose out on trading their best asset in All-Star Ketel Marte

Following weeks of speculation that the Arizona Diamondbacks would trade three-time All-Star second baseman Ketel Marte, The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal reports