7:54pm: There is currently no meeting scheduled between Soto and the Giants, tweets Jayson Stark of the Athletic. 11:10 am: The list of known teams who have upcoming meetings with Juan Soto and agent Scott Boras continues to grow. ESPN’s Jeff Passan reports that both the Blue Jays and Red Sox are set to meet with Soto and his representative this week. They’ll join Mets and … [Read more...] about Blue Jays, Red Sox To Meet With Juan Soto, Scott Boras
Atlantic Notes: McCain, Bona, Quickley, Pritchard
The Sixers fell to 2-9 on Wednesday with their loss to the Cavaliers, but rookie Jared McCain continued to be a bright spot for his team. The Duke product scored career highs of 34 points and 10 assists in the loss, making six of his 13 three-point attempts. As Keith Pompey of The Philadelphia Inquirer observes, McCain’s 34 points were the most by a rookie in a game this season … [Read more...] about Atlantic Notes: McCain, Bona, Quickley, Pritchard
Patriots Cut WR Tyquan Thornton
As one of only three squads to carry seven wide receivers for much of the campaign, the Patriots are finally clearing some of their depth. The team has cut wideout Tyquan Thornton, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter. A 2022 second-round pick out of Baylor, Thornton struggled to carve out a role in New England. The wideout showed some flashes as a rookie, hauling in 22 catches … [Read more...] about Patriots Cut WR Tyquan Thornton
Patriots Activate DL Christian Barmore
The Patriots will welcome back one of their defensive leaders for Week 11. NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reports that the team is activating defensive lineman Christian Barmore off the non-football illness list. Barmore is expected to play tomorrow. [RELATED: Pats’ Christian Barmore Returns To Practice] The 25-year-old was sidelined indefinitely after being diagnosed with blood … [Read more...] about Patriots Activate DL Christian Barmore
Former Cy Young Winner Set To Test Market
4-time All-Star and 2021 Cy Young winner Corbin Burnes is set to hit free agency. Burnes, 30, is coming off a great season with the Orioles. Former Cy Young Winner Set To Test Market Acquired via trade in February, Burnes had an outstanding season for the Orioles. He started 32 games and amassed a 15-9 record. Additionally, he sported a 2.92 ERA and struck out 181 batters. … [Read more...] about Former Cy Young Winner Set To Test Market
Montreal Canadiens Veteran Providing Brightspot On Otherwise Trying Season
It is obvious whenever you watch Brendan Gallagher play that he is trying his hardest for the Montreal Canadiens organization. He wears his shirt on his sleeve. It is part of what makes him so effective at this stage of his career and a fan favourite in Montreal. He knows his role, and he works very hard to execute his goals, team and individual. With the fact that over the … [Read more...] about Montreal Canadiens Veteran Providing Brightspot On Otherwise Trying Season
NHL Predictions Canadiens Edition with Columbus Blue Jackets at Montreal Nov. 16
Welcome to another edition of NHL Predictions. Each day our writers here at Last Word on Hockey take a look at the games, breaking down the key matchups and providing relevant analysis to how they might play out. Today, we feature the Montreal Canadiens as they host the Columbus Blue Jackets. Don’t forget to check out all the action, as our writers continue our NHL predictions … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions Canadiens Edition with Columbus Blue Jackets at Montreal Nov. 16
NHL Predictions: Nov. 16 w/ Winnipeg Jets vs Florida Panthers
Welcome back to the return of NHL Predictions. Each day, Last Word on Hockey takes a look at the games that are happening and gives our predictions for each one, breaking down head-to-head matchups and other factors that may play in. We also have a featured game of the day, which is considered must-watch TV. Today’s featured game is the Winnipeg Jets vs Florida Panthers. Be … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: Nov. 16 w/ Winnipeg Jets vs Florida Panthers
NHL Predictions: Nov. 16 New York Islanders vs Seattle Kraken
Welcome back to another NHL Predictions. Each day our writers here at Last Word on Hockey look at the games and give in-depth analysis. Our team breaks down the key matchups, storylines, and stats, then makes predictions based on how they might play out. For this edition, we will look at the New York Islanders taking on the Seattle Kraken. Don’t forget to check out more NHL … [Read more...] about NHL Predictions: Nov. 16 New York Islanders vs Seattle Kraken