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The back-to-back defending World Series champions will be playing at a new home (at least in name). The Los Angeles Dodgers announced on Wednesday that their home field of Dodger Stadium in Los Angeles, Calif. is getting a name change. The new name of the stadium will be UNIQLO Field at Dodger Stadium. A new … The post Dodger Stadium gets an unexpected name change appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
First blood has been drawn by … the umpires with MLB’s new automated ball-strike (ABS) challenge system. The New York Yankees and the San Francisco Giants officially kicked off the 2026 MLB season with a meeting on Wednesday at Oracle Park in San Francisco, Calif. One notable moment occurred in the top of the fourth … The post Yankees player fails on MLB’s first-ever official ABS challenge appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Michael Wilbon wants to zig where everyone else is zagging. The veteran ESPN commentator Wilbon revealed this week on “Pardon The Interruption” that he is currently planning to give Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown his vote for NBA Most Valuable Player this season. Wilbon noted that he does hold a vote for MVP and laid … The post Michael Wilbon reveals his unusual vote for NBA MVP appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
A potential Brad Stevens return to the college ranks … will not be happening any time soon. The Boston Celtics president of basketball operations Stevens is out of the running for the head coaching job at the University of North Carolina, Matt Norlander of CBS Sports reported on Wednesday. Norlander notes that Stevens has quickly … The post Notable update surfaces on the Brad Stevens-North Carolina links appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
One leading suitor has apparently surfaced for Mike Tomlin … one leading television suitor, that is. NBC appears to have moved ahead of FOX in the race for Tomlin’s services, Andrew Marchand of The Athletic reported this week on his “Everybody Loves Sports Media” podcast. Marchand had previously tabbed FOX as the potential frontunner for … The post 1 frontrunner is reportedly emerging for Mike Tomlin appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
LeBron James is getting in his digs while he still can. The Los Angeles Lakers faced off on Wednesday against the Indiana Pacers on the road at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Ind. During the second quarter of the contest, the Lakers superstar James got loose in transition and converted a layup through three Pacers defenders. … The post LeBron James pulls a disrespectful move during game against Pacers appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Giannis Antetokounmpo may have a new suitor from The Lone Star State. The disgruntled Milwaukee Bucks superstar forward Antetokounmpo could potentially be pursued this offseason by the Houston Rockets. Chris Mannix of Sports Illustrated made that claim during the latest episode of the “Open Floor” podcast. “I believe the Rockets are going to try to … The post Giannis Antetokounmpo is being linked to 1 new contender appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Tua Tagovailoa is calling a spade a spade when it comes to his own play. The new Atlanta Falcons quarterback Tagovailoa spoke with reporters on Tuesday for the first time since signing with the team. During his remarks, Tagovailoa got brutally honest and admitted that he failed to live up to expectations last season, particularly … The post Tua Tagovailoa makes a brutal admission about his performance appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
The North Carolina Tar Heels have finally done the inevitable with Hubert Davis. UNC has decided not to bring back Davis as the head coach of their men’s basketball team, Pete Thamel of ESPN reported on Tuesday. The news ends Davis’ time in charge of the Tar Heels after five total seasons. Davis, a notable … The post Major news emerges about Hubert Davis appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Kevin McGonigle is pulling a George Costanza as he make his way to the big leagues. The Detroit Tigers announced the exciting news on Tuesday that their infield phenom McGonigle has made the team’s roster for Opening Day. McGonigle had a phenomenal spring for Detroit and will now be rewarded with a roster spot on … The post Kevin McGonigle’s jersey number for Tigers has been revealed appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Victor Wembanyama is making his case this week to the MVP voters. The San Antonio Spurs star Wembanyama spoke on Monday night to reporters after a dominant 136-111 win over the Miami Heat at Kaseya Center in Miami, Fla. During his remarks, Wembanyama laid out three reasons why he believes that he should be selected … The post Victor Wembanyama gives 3 reasons why he should be NBA MVP appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
The Philadelphia Eagles have added another notable weapon for Jalen Hurts. Philadelphia has agreed to sign wide receiver Elijah Moore in free agency, Ian Rapoport of NFL Network reported on Tuesday. Moore is reportedly getting a one-year deal from the Eagles. The 25-year-old Moore was originally a New York Jets second-round draft pick back in … The post Eagles sign former Jets leading receiver in free agency appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Four Rings is feuding this week with Seven Rings. Retired former Los Angeles Lakers champion Robert Horry drew attention over the weekend with his remarks on the Spectrum SportsNet postgame show after the Lakers’ win against the Orlando Magic. Horry was commenting about the saga in which Lakers star Luka Doncic received a technical foul … The post Draymond Green responds to diss from ex-Lakers champion appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Scottie Pippen is continuing his blood feud with his former co-star. The retired Basketball Hall of Famer Pippen appeared in an ad for Mr. Pibb that was released last week. In the commercial, Pippen took a notable shot at his estranged ex-Chicago Bulls teammate Michael Jordan, whom he famously won six championships with in the … The post Scottie Pippen takes a shot at Michael Jordan in new commercial appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
The Los Angeles Dodgers have decided on their five best (available) pitchers. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts revealed to reporters this week what the team’s starting rotation will look like to begin the 2026 campaign. The Dodgers are set to trot out Yoshinobu Yamamoto, Tyler Glasnow, Roki Sasaki, Emmet Sheehan, and Shohei Ohtani as their starting … The post Dodgers reveal their starting rotation for the 2026 season appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Victor Wembanyama is giving off some real Giannis Antetokounmpo energy these days. The San Antonio Spurs star Wembanyama drew attention during Monday’s game against the Miami Heat for his unusual new celebration. In the second quarter at Kaseya Center in Miami, Fla., Wembanyama caught the ball in transition and threw down a one-handed dunk through … The post Victor Wembanyama has an unusual new celebration appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
The Milwaukee Bucks are abruptly pulling the plug on the Cam Thomas experiment. Milwaukee is waiving their shooting guard Thomas, Shams Charania of ESPN reported on Monday. The move ends Thomas’ run with the Bucks just over one month after they signed him as a free agent in February. Thomas, the 24-year-old former first-round pick, … The post Bucks curiously part ways with Cam Thomas after just 1 month appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Ben Rice is taking full advantage of his government name. The New York Yankees first baseman announced in a post to Instagram on Monday that he has partnered with Ben’s Original to promote their brand of rice (Ben’s Original Rice). Rice shared a 15-second commercial for the brand in which he snacked on some Ben’s … The post Yankees’ Ben Rice lands MLB’s greatest endorsement deal appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Bill Self is not yet ready to commit to a 24th season as the head coach at the University of Kansas. The Jayhawks were eliminated from the NCAA Tournament on Sunday with a 67-65 loss to St. John’s in their Round of 32 matchup. The game went down to the final buzzer as the No. … The post Bill Self speaks out on his future after Kansas’ early March Madness exit appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
North Carolina may be taking a big (and expensive) swing as they look to potentially replace Hubert Davis. Sportsbook BetOnline.ag released updated odds on Sunday for North Carolina’s next head basketball coach if they ultimately decide to move on from Davis. A notable name now tops the list with 3/1 odds — Florida head coach … The post 1 big-name coach is now favored to replace Hubert Davis at North Carolina appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Alvaro Folgueiras looks like the early star of this year’s March Madness. The Iowa forward Folgueiras was the hero for his team during Sunday’s Round of 32 matchup against Florida. Folgueiras sank the game-winning three-pointer with 3.9 seconds remaining to give Iowa a 73-72 victory and punch their ticket to the Sweet 16 (see the … The post Iowa’s Alvaro Folgueiras drops legendary 5-word line after game-winner vs. Florida appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
The defending champions are officially out of March Madness. No. 1 seed Florida shockingly fell in the Round of 32 on Sunday to No. 9 seed Iowa. The Hawkeyes led for much of the game and raced out to an early 12-point advantage in the first half at Benchmark International Arena in Tampa, Fla. But … The post Florida commits huge blunder to allow epic game-winner by Iowa appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
VCU was definitely relishing in their upset victory over North Carolina in the previous round. The No. 11 seed Rams faced off on Saturday against No. 3 seed Illinois for their South Region Round of 32 game at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, S.C. During a timeout in the first half of the contest, … The post VCU band director trolls North Carolina during Round of 32 game appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Mark Few and Gonzaga continue to be the bridesmaids of March Madness. The No. 3 seed Bulldogs suffered another early NCAA Tournament exit on Saturday with a loss in the Round of 32 to the No. 11 seed Texas Longhorns. Gonzaga blew an early eight-point lead in the first half at Moda Center in Portland, … The post Mark Few gets the memes after Gonzaga’s latest March Madness disappointment appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
