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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. 

Mets' addition of Jorge Polanco shows willingness to get creative

The New York Mets came into the offseason needing to make a big splash on the free-agent market after collapsing down the stretch last season.

Blue Jays make another shrewd move by adding reliever Tyler Rogers

The Toronto Blue Jays haven’t been shy in showing their hand this offseason by going after some of the best free agents to help them get back to the World Series.

Why Mets should make bold move, trade for Tarik Skubal

Lacking an ace, the Mets need to make a bold move to acquire one.

Braves building elite pitching staff with signing of Robert Suarez

The Atlanta Braves are showing they're not messing around in their attempt to return to the top of the NL East.

The Orioles catch their big fish in Pete Alonso

Coming off a disappointing season, the Orioles have made a big splash amid their efforts to reestablish themselves as contenders.

Kyle Schwarber sets tone of Winter Meetings by rejoining Phillies

The Philadelphia Phillies have their man.

Red Bull Racing staple Helmut Marko leaves at the top of his game

Marko has announced he will be leaving his role with the team.

Rays add depth to rotation by signing veteran lefty Steven Matz

The Rays have added some depth to the pitching staff.

Lando Norris brings McLaren its first Drivers' Championship since 2008

He finished two points ahead of Red Bull Racing’s Max Verstappen to secure his first world championship.

The Bengals vs. Bills matchup could be an epic fight between two superheroes

The Cincinnati Bengals are a team that can somehow still make it into the playoffs.  Sitting at 4-8 and with a four percent chance of making the playoffs,

McLaren may cost itself the Drivers' Championship due to favoritism

Oscar Piastri has a chance to win the title, but needs a miracle to do so and may have his chances hindered by his own team, which could come in the form of team orders.

Why Giants hiring Ron Washington could be an underrated move

Washington’s bread and butter is teaching players to go from bad or mediocre defensive players to solid and even great defenders. 

Adding Cedric Mullins gives the Rays a deep outfield

After finishing fourth in the American League East for the second straight season, the Tampa Bay Rays (77-85) needed to rethink their strategy if they were to compete with the rest of the AL East. 

Dodgers bring back World Series hero on a one-year deal

The Los Angeles Dodgers are coming off their second straight World Series championship and are beginning the trek to a three-peat. 

New Red Sox pitcher Sonny Gray lets his true feelings on the Yankees be known

Gray, who has been with the Red Sox for just a week, has already gotten some good karma with his new team and the fan base.

Drivers' Championship could be a closer finish than it appears

Three drivers are vying to become the world champion as the Formula 1 Drivers’ Championship heads into its final round (24) in Abu Dhabi. 

Rockies open offseason with pair of uninspiring moves

The Colorado Rockies were terrible in 2026, having the worst record in baseball (43-119), and will likely be a bottom-feeder in 2026. Their initial moves in the 2025-26 offseason certainly weren't confidence boosters.

Red Bull Racing announces who will be Max Verstappen's teammate in 2026

Verstappen will fight for the Drivers’ Championship against McLaren’s Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri in Abu Dhabi on Dec. 7. 

Max Verstappen dazzles in Qatar as Drivers' Championship heads to Abu Dhabi

Verstappen is looking to secure his fifth straight championship. 

Dylan Cease signing monster deal with Blue Jays, will make team even stronger

After losing the World Series in seven games to the Los Angeles Dodgers, the Toronto Blue Jays decided to make the first big signing of the offseason.

Rockies are confident Warren Schaeffer is their manager for the long haul

Schaeffer served as the Rockies' interim manager since May 11, when the organization moved on from former manager Bud Black.

Lions' Jared Goff calls Jahmyr Gibbs 'as good as they come'

One of the stars of the Lions' win over the 2-10 Giants on Sunday was Gibbs, who ran for a career-high 219 yards and two touchdowns.

Braves aren't wasting any time with roster reconstruction

The Atlanta Braves had a disappointing season in 2025, finishing fourth in the National League East at 76-86. They're wasting no time retooling in hopes of a return to contention in 2026.

MLB’s new media deal may end up being a bad deal for consumers

Major League Baseball will have a new television deal heading into 2026.

The Heisman Trophy ceremony time, date, location, how to watch

The Heisman Trophy is one of the most well-known and prestigious awards in college sports.