Bo Nickal Continues To Shine At UFC 290

It was almost over as quickly as it started for Bo Nickal on Saturday as he continues to dominate. Just 38 seconds into the first round, Nickal scored a knockout victory over Valentine Woodburn. It was also his first knockout win in the UFC, and the second of his career. Nickal landed seven significant strikes […]

Arjun Nimmala Selected 20th Overall By Blue Jays

The Toronto Blue Jays have selected shortstop Arjun Nimmala with the 20th overall pick in the 2023 MLB Draft. The Strawberry Crest (FL) product is arguably the best prep shortstop in the draft, so the Jays have to be thrilled that he fell to the back half of the first round. The toolsy 17-year-old controls […]

Rays Use 19th Pick On Brayden Taylor

With the 19th pick in the 2023 MLB Draft, the Tampa Bay Rays selected shortstop Brayden Taylor. While the Rays sometimes use their draft picks in unorthodox ways, Taylor is far from a surprise. The TCU product has shown defensive prowess on the left side of the infield; he has an arm strong enough for […]

Brock Wilken Selected 18th Overall By Brewers

The Milwaukee Brewers have selected third baseman Brock Wilken with the 18th pick in the 2023 MLB Draft. The Wake Forest product is believed to have one of the best power bats in the draft, slugging a whopping 31 homers during his collegiate season. Wilken didn't have to sacrifice discipline for power, accumulating a 21.6 […]

Enrique Bradfield Jr. Drafted By Orioles 17th Overall

The Baltimore Orioles have selected outfielder Enrique Bradfield Jr. with the 17th overall pick in the 2023 MLB Draft. The left-handed Vanderbilt product has elite speed, swiping 130 bags through three collegiate seasons. In addition to bothering opposing pitchers on the basepaths, Bradfield is a solid offensive contributor, slashing .279/.410/.429 with six homers, a 15.1 […]

Jacob Gonzalez Picked 15th By White Sox

The Chicago White Sox selected University of Mississippi shortstop Jacob Gonzalez with the 15th pick of the 2023 MLB Draft. Gonzalez was the national freshman of the year in 2021 and then led Ole Miss to a College World Series title in 2022. Mississippi fell off big this year, but Gonzalez improved his overall game, […]

Giants Select Bryce Eldridge With 16th Pick

The San Francisco Giants have selected two-way prospect Bryce Eldridge with the 16th overall pick in the 2023 MLB Draft. A talented prep player from James Madison (VA), Eldridge offers upside as a pitcher, hitter, and first baseman. On the mound, he consistently hits the mid-90s while also featuring a promising slider and changeup. Meanwhile, […]

Red Sox Pick Catcher Kyle Teel In MLB Draft

The Boston Red Sox drafted catcher Kyle Teel from the University of Virginia with the 14th pick of the first round of the 2023 MLB draft. Teel withdrew from the 2020 draft as a high school player as he was dedicated to his commitment to Virginia. Teel is widely considered the top available college catcher […]

Sam Hubbard Wants To Record Double-Digit Sacks

Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Sam Hubbard is setting a new personal goal for himself heading into the 2023-2024 campaign. The former third round pick has enjoyed a pretty successful career up to this point. He has put together three seasons with six-plus sacks and recorded 60 or more tackles in four straight seasons. The 28-year-old […]

Matt Shaw Selected By Cubs With 13th Pick

The Chicago Cubs drafted University of Maryland shortstop Matt Shaw with the 13th selection in the 2023 MLB draft. Shaw draws a lot of comparisons to former Maryland infielder Brandon Lowe, now with the Rays. Shaw was the Cape Cod MVP last summer before hitting .341/.445/.697 for the Terrapins with 24 home runs and 18 […]

Diamondbacks Draft Tommy Troy With 12th Pick

The Arizona Diamondbacks selected Stanford infielder Tommy Troy with the 12th selection in the 2023 MLB draft. Troy becomes the first Stanford player drafted in the first round since Nico Hoerner and Kris Bubic were both selected in the 2018 first round. Troy posted a balanced line in 2023, with a .394/.478/.699 slash line. He […]

Dak Prescott Feels Sense Of Urgency

Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott says he feels a sense of urgency as he enters his age-30 season. The former fourth round pick has put together a strong career with Offensive Rookie of the Year honors and two Pro Bowls under his belt as well. Prescott has helped the Cowboys make the postseason four times […]

Angels Draft Nolan Schanuel With 11th Pick In MLB Draft

The Los Angeles Angels picked Florida Atlantic's Nolan Schanuel with the 11th overall pick in the 2023 MLB draft. Schanuel becomes the highest draft pick from Florida Atlantic in its history, besting C.J. Chatham, who was selected 51st overall in 2016. Schanuel is an elite hitter that profiles best at first base, but he could […]

Adam Thielen Expected To Have Significant Role

Carolina Panthers wide receiver Adam Thielen has been receiving praise from both head coach Frank Reich and team owner David Tepper. The 32-year-old is reportedly the favorite to lead the team in receptions, according to Darin Gantt of Panthers.com. The assumption is that Thielen's ability to run short routes well should mesh well with quarterback […]

Noble Meyer Picked 10th Overall By Marlins

The Miami Marlins selected right-handed pitcher Noble Meyer with the 10th selection in the 2023 MLB draft. Meyer is an Oregon high school player who was committed to the University of Oregon. Meyer has topped 100 MPH multiple times in his high school career, and he has a slider that is among the best in […]

Rockies Pick Chase Dollander Ninth Overall

The Colorado Rockies drafted University of Tennessee starting pitcher Chase Dollander with the ninth selection in the 2023 MLB draft. Dollander transferred to Tennessee from Georgia Southern before the 2022 season and had a tremendous year, earning the SEC pitcher of the year. His location was not as strong this season, and he finished with […]

Royals Pick Blake Mitchell Eighth Overall In MLB Draft

The Kansas City Royals selected Texas high school catcher Blake Mitchell with the eighth pick in the first round of the 2023 MLB draft. Mitchell was committed to national champion Louisiana State, but is most likely headed into the Royals system, where he could be the eventual player to take over behind the plate for […]

Reds Draft Wake Forest Pitcher Rhett Lowder

The Cincinnati Reds drafted right-handed Wake Forest starting pitcher Rhett Lowder with the seventh selection in the first round of the 2023 MLB draft. Lowder had an elite season with Wake Forest, going 15-0 with a 1.87 ERA and 0.94 in 2023 with 143 strikeouts over 120 1/3 innings, capped by a head-to-head matchup with […]

Devin Williams Hits 20-Save Mark

Milwaukee Brewers relief pitcher Devin Williams was asked to protect a 1-0 lead versus the Cincinnati Reds on Sunday. The right-hander needed only 15 pitches to retire the side in order. The All-Star closer wraps up his first half with an outstanding 1.89 ERA, 1.05 WHIP and a 45/18 K/BB. After this, Williams hit the […]

Jacob Wilson Taken Sixth Overall By A's In 2023 Draft

Grand Canyon University shortstop Jacob Wilson was selected by the Oakland Athletics with the sixth pick in the 2023 MLB draft. Wilson is the son of former MLB shortstop Jack Wilson. He is widely considered to have the best eye and contact skills at the draft, and like his father, he's an elite defender at […]

David Bednar Earns 17th Save

Pittsburgh Pirates relief pitcher David Bednar was asked to hold a two-run lead versus the Arizona Diamondbacks on Sunday. He allowed a leadoff walk to Christian Walker, but settled down after that. Bednar was able to get a pop out before striking out the next two batters to earn his 17th save of the season. […]

Twins Pick Walker Jenkins With Fifth Pick In 2023 Draft

The Minnesota Twins moved into the top five in the 2023 MLB draft due to the draft lottery moving them up, and they benefitted and selected North Carolina high school outfielder Walker Jenkins. Jenkins was the North Carolina Gatorade player of the year the past two seasons and was committed to the University of North […]

Kyle Gibson Records 11 Strikeouts On Sunday

Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Kyle Gibson finished of his first half of the season on a great note. The right-hander went seven innings, allowing two runs, while striking out 11 batters in the 15-2 win over the Minnesota Twins. This 11-strikeout performance matched a career-high for Gibson. The 35-year-old held a 8.24 ERA over his […]

Wyatt Langford Selected Fourth Overall In MLB Draft

The Texas Rangers selected University of Florida outfielder Wyatt Langford with the fourth selection in the 2023 MLB draft. Langford was a 2-time All-American with the Gators, producing a .373/.498/.784 line with 21 home runs this season and a career line of .363/.471/.746 with 47 home runs among 90 career extra-base hits. Langford profiles as […]

Miguel Vargas Optioned To Triple-A

Los Angeles Dodgers infielder Miguel Vargas has been optioned to Triple-A Oklahoma City on Sunday. The 23-year-old has been slumping at the plate, but this still comes as a bit of a surprise. On the season, Vargas has hit just .195/.305/.367 with seven homers, 32 RBI and three stolen in 70 games. Vargas hit well […]

Tigers Select Max Clark Third Overall In MLB Draft

The Detroit Tigers selected the Gatorade National Player of the Year in Indiana high school outfielder Max Clark. Clark has elite raw talent, with plus grades on his speed and defense, and he has impressive raw hitting ability as well. Clark was a Vanderbilt commit. Clark showed out in the biggest moments during his high […]

Nationals Select Dylan Crews With Second Pick In MLB Draft

The Washington Nationals selected the top-ranked player on nearly every MLB draft board, selecting Louisiana State outfielder Dylan Crews. Crews originally withdrew from the 2020 draft to go to college and won a College World Series title with the Tigers this year as he won the Golden Spikes Award and was a 3-time All-American in […]

Kyle Freeland Exits Early On Sunday

Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Kyle Freeland (shoulder) was forced to exit early during Sunday's game against the San Francisco Giants. The left-hander injured his non-throwing shoulder while diving for a bunt in the seventh inning. Prior to exiting, Freeland had allowed just one run on seven hits over 6 1/3 innings. The expectation is that […]

Framber Valdez Won't Pitch In All-Star Game

Houston Astros starting pitcher Framber Valdez (ankle) won't make an appearance during the upcoming All-Star Game. The left-hander has been battling a sprained ankle over the last week. It appears the Astros want to play it safe with their two-time All-Star. Valdez has been pitching extremely well this season and Houston would like to keep […]

Pirates Select Paul Skenes First Overall In 2023 MLB Draft

The Pittsburgh Pirates won the first-ever draft lottery in order to get the top overall selection in the 2023 draft. With the top pick, they picked Paul Skenes, a 6'6" right-handed pitcher that transferred into Louisiana State and led the Tigers to the 2023 College World Series title. Skenes dominated college this year, winning the […]