Lakers’ $130 million contract decision named one of worst overpays of free agency

Sometimes, landing high-profile contributors requires franchises to spend more money than they likely anticipated.  In the NBA, such moves are classified as overpays, and they can easily backfire if the contributions are underwhelming. According to Bleacher Report’s Zach Buckley, the Lakers’ $130 million contract decision earlier this offseason is among the worst overpays thus far.… Read More: Lakers’ $130 million contract decision named one of worst overpays… »

Senators’ Jason Robertson trade hopes might’ve taken their final twist

The Dallas Stars and Jason Robertson haven’t reached a conclusion yet. The restricted free agent, lingering in a sort-of-available state, seemed like he could get traded or sign an offer sheet elsewhere. The earliest name put out there for this pursuit was the Ottawa Senators. After giving up Brady Tkachuk, it seemed like they might… Read More: Senators’ Jason Robertson trade hopes might’ve taken their final twist »

Jordan Walker earns first MLB All-Star selection after Cardinals breakout season

Jordan Walker’s breakout season has officially earned him one of baseball’s highest honors. The St. Louis Cardinals slugger is headed to his first MLB All-Star Game, capping a remarkable turnaround for one of the game’s most talented young players. After entering the majors carrying enormous expectations and enduring plenty of ups and downs over his… Read More: Jordan Walker earns first MLB All-Star selection after Cardinals breakout… »

Pete Crow-Armstrong earns second straight All-Star selection as Cubs star continues rapid rise

Just one year ago, Pete Crow-Armstrong celebrated the first All-Star selection of his career. Now, the Chicago Cubs center fielder has proven it was no fluke. Crow-Armstrong was named to the National League All-Star team for the second consecutive season, continuing what has quickly become one of the most impressive starts to a young career… Read More: Pete Crow-Armstrong earns second straight All-Star selection as Cubs star… »

Why did Serena Williams withdraw from Wimbledon? Tennis legend cuts comeback short with last-minute scratch

Despite being just hours away from playing a doubles match with her sister, Serena Williams announced on social media that she was forced to withdraw from this year’s Wimbledon because of a knee injury. According to the star, her “knee just isn’t ready to compete.” This most likely is not the end of the road… Read More: Why did Serena Williams withdraw from Wimbledon? Tennis legend cuts… »