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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. 

NBA All-Star Game/weekend, time, location, how to watch

The 75th NBA All-Star Game will and should be different than years past.

Super Bowl LX time, location and information

Super Bowl LX is only a few months away, but there's never a moment that the football world isn’t focusing on the national spectacle.

Dodgers' Mookie Betts impresses as co-host of MLB Awards show

Los Angeles Dodgers shortstop Mookie Betts continues to impress on and off the field. 

Vikings WR Justin Jefferson trying to 'mentally' get himself back into 'savage mode' 

Justin Jefferson can end his offensive frustrations if he and J.J. McCarthy can get on the same page by Sunday.

Signing J.T. Realmuto would transform this NL Central team's pitching staff

Ben Cherington and the Pirates plan to increase their payroll by $30-40 million this offseason, which could position them as potential suitors for catcher J.T. Realmuto. 

Joe Flacco is only 'worried about doing my job' for Bengals and not Joe Burrow 

The Bengals will need Flacco to keep them afloat and alive in the playoff hunt after getting the news on Monday that Burrow had his 21-day practice window opened.

Jaelan Phillips is flying high after impressive Eagles debut

Phillips made an immediate impact for the Eagles after being acquired at the trade deadline.

MLB free agency adds intrigue as another NPB star to be posted

A second NPB star will be available for MLB clubs this offseason.

Kyle Hamilton: Ravens 'starting to hit our stride' after third straight win

The Baltimore Ravens are showing why they should not be counted out in the AFC playoff race.

'This is literally the greatest thing': LB Jaelan Phillips sounds off about joining Eagles

General manager Howie Roseman and the Philadelphia Eagles made the most of the trade deadline, fortifying both their defense and playoff hopes. 

Ravens receive kudos for trade-deadline haul of Dre’Mont Jones

The Ravens keep receiving praise for the move.

Padres name Craig Stammen new skipper despite no managerial experience

The San Diego Padres on Thursday announced the hiring of their 22nd manager, naming former big-league reliever Craig Stammen as their next skipper. The 41-year-old, who signed a three-year deal, has no managerial experience.

'I'm hungry': New Cowboys defensive lineman Quinnen Williams defines his mindset

Quinnen Williams has had enough of losing. “I’m hungry to win,” the Pro Bowl defensive tackle said Wednesday after joining the Dallas Cowboys — a team just as desperate as he is to turn things around.

Are Reds saving big in hopes of pursuing Kyle Schwarber in free agency?

The Cincinnati Reds on Wednesday declined options on three players. Could this signal the team's interest in signing slugger Kyle Schwarber, one of the top free agents on the market this offseason?

Mariners make no-brainer call on relief pitcher Andres Munoz

After falling to the Toronto Blue Jays in the American League Championship Series, the Seattle Mariners face an offseason of retooling as they continue their pursuit of the first World Series appearance in franchise history.

Cubs make surprising decision on lefty Shota Imanaga

The Cubs made a surprising choice to start their offseason.

Reds' promotion of Mike Napoli has him poised to be a future manager

Napoli was a veteran of 12 MLB seasons (2006-17) with four different teams. He didn't take long to get into coaching afterward.

Why the Phillies could ditch Alec Bohm and target Rays star Junior Caminero

Entering the offseason, the Philadelphia Phillies must shake things up after running mostly the same roster back for three consecutive years and suffering three straight exits short of the World Series.

Seahawks HC Mike Macdonald gives unwelcome injury update for two starters on defense

The Seahawks' big win over the Commanders on "Sunday Night Football" came at a cost.

Dave Canales' gamble pays off in Panthers' win over Packers

This was a major decision by the Panthers head coach, and it worked.

Jaguars' already-slim playoff chances take hit in wake of Travis Hunter's injury

The Jaguars emerge from their bye week losers of two straight games. Now, they face additional challenges with the news that Travis Hunter will miss the next four games.

Cameron Heyward challenges Steelers defense to step up amid losing streak

Heyward is challenging himself and his fellow teammates on defense to “get better.”

Ravens are back in business to compete in the AFC

With a spectacular performance from their franchise quarterback and their defense getting back into form, the Ravens have suddenly turned their season around.

Dolphins could be in for a tough 'TNF' matchup with Lamar Jackson returning

Jackson has owned the Dolphins during his career.