Stadium News

Breaking News from the Bench to the Bleachers

Larry Brown Sports

Anthony Edwards gives a zero-filter explanation for his delayed appearance against the Mavericks

The Minnesota Timberwolves announced before Monday’s game against the Dallas Mavericks at American Airlines Center in Dallas, Texas, that Anthony Edwards would be part of their starting lineup. But Edwards was nowhere to be found on the court during tip-off. Instead, veteran guard Mike Conley took over his spot on the starting unit. Edwards entered … The post Anthony Edwards gives a zero-filter explanation for his delayed appearance against the Mavericks appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

Read moreAnthony Edwards gives a zero-filter explanation for his delayed appearance against the Mavericks

Broadcast of Golden Knights-Canucks game featured a hilarious John Tortorella description

The Vegas Golden Knights showed ruthless pragmatism when they fired head coach Bruce Cassidy on Sunday.  They replaced him with 67-year-old John Tortorella, who was behind Vegas’ bench right away on Monday against the Vancouver Canucks at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nev. He was also shown on the broadcast during the game, along with … The post Broadcast of Golden Knights-Canucks game featured a hilarious John Tortorella description appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

Read moreBroadcast of Golden Knights-Canucks game featured a hilarious John Tortorella description

Video: Max Domi destroys Radko Gudas in retribution for Auston Matthews injury

The Toronto Maple Leafs were licking their chops over the prospect of facing the Anaheim Ducks on Monday at the Honda Center in Anaheim, Calif., and it’s clear why. They all wanted to take revenge on Ducks captain Radko Gudas, whose knee-on-knee hit on Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews on March 12 ended the Toronto … The post Video: Max Domi destroys Radko Gudas in retribution for Auston Matthews injury appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

Read moreVideo: Max Domi destroys Radko Gudas in retribution for Auston Matthews injury

Rui Hachimura had a priceless reaction to spotting Anthony Davis on the Wizards’ bench

Anthony Davis has become some sort of a forgotten man in the 2025-26 NBA season. Even Davis’ former Los Angeles Lakers teammate Rui Hachimura lost track of his recent journey in the league. Davis, who is now with the Washington Wizards, did not suit up for Monday’s game against the Lakers at Crypto.com Arena in … The post Rui Hachimura had a priceless reaction to spotting Anthony Davis on the Wizards’ bench appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

Read moreRui Hachimura had a priceless reaction to spotting Anthony Davis on the Wizards’ bench

Justin Verlander comments on his concerning first start in Tigers reunion

Justin Verlander did not have a feel-good 2026 debut with the Detroit Tigers.  Making his first start since reuniting with Detroit, the 43-year-old Verlander was pummeled by the Arizona Diamondbacks’ offense on Monday at Chase Field in Phoenix, Ariz. The future Baseball Hall of Famer looked every bit his age on the mound, giving up … The post Justin Verlander comments on his concerning first start in Tigers reunion appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

Read moreJustin Verlander comments on his concerning first start in Tigers reunion

Patriots player backs Jaden Ivey after his anti-LGBTQ rant

New England Patriots running back TreVeyon Henderson has expressed his support for Jaden Ivey amid the latter’s recent string of controversial posts. Ivey was released by the Chicago Bulls on Monday shortly after he went on a rant disparaging the LGBTQ community. The former Bulls guard also criticized the NBA for hosting Pride Night, which … The post Patriots player backs Jaden Ivey after his anti-LGBTQ rant appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

Read morePatriots player backs Jaden Ivey after his anti-LGBTQ rant

Yankees fans slam Aaron Boone for his polarizing move against Mariners

New York Yankees fans were not happy with Aaron Boone’s decision that burned the team late Monday against the Seattle Mariners. The Yankees were tied at 1-1 heading into the bottom of the 8th inning at T-Mobile Park in Seattle, Wash. That’s when Boone decided to send out relief pitcher Paul Blackburn out of the … The post Yankees fans slam Aaron Boone for his polarizing move against Mariners appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

Read moreYankees fans slam Aaron Boone for his polarizing move against Mariners

MLB All-Star pitches immaculate inning in debut with his new team

The Arizona Diamondbacks were feeling pretty good Monday after watching offseason pitching acquisition Mike Soroka pay immediate dividends. Soroka looked untouchable in his debut start with the Diamondbacks against the Detroit Tigers at Chase Field in Phoenix, Ariz. Soroka gave up just four hits and a walk across his first four innings, then turned it … The post MLB All-Star pitches immaculate inning in debut with his new team appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

Read moreMLB All-Star pitches immaculate inning in debut with his new team

Fans all said the same thing about Floyd Mayweather’s comments on owning an NBA team

Fans are not buying what Floyd Mayweather was trying to sell over the weekend about owning an NBA team. Mayweather spoke candidly about the topic during an autograph signing event at Caesars Palace in Las Vegas. Mayweather, who once made a public announcement that he was looking to purchase a stake in an NBA team, … The post Fans all said the same thing about Floyd Mayweather’s comments on owning an NBA team appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

Read moreFans all said the same thing about Floyd Mayweather’s comments on owning an NBA team

Giancarlo Stanton commits a ridiculous baserunning blunder vs. Mariners

Giancarlo Stanton quickly realized during Monday’s game that he has still the speed of Giancarlo Stanton. Stanton and the New York Yankees faced off on Monday against the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park in Seattle, Wash. In the top of the fourth inning, the Yankees designated hitter Stanton hit a towering fly ball into shallow … The post Giancarlo Stanton commits a ridiculous baserunning blunder vs. Mariners appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

Read moreGiancarlo Stanton commits a ridiculous baserunning blunder vs. Mariners

Resurfaced Duke post aged like milk after loss to UConn

One of Duke’s social media posts before March Madness is beginning to resurface after Sunday’s heartbreaking loss to UConn. Earlier this month, Duke’s social media pages shared a clip from one of the Blue Devils’ film sessions. Head coach Jon Scheyer was going over a last-second play made by Chicago Bulls guard Tre Jones during … The post Resurfaced Duke post aged like milk after loss to UConn appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

Read moreResurfaced Duke post aged like milk after loss to UConn

Stephen A. Smith whines on TV about being unfollowed by a Celtics player

Stephen A. Smith appears to have hit a new rock-bottom. The ESPN personality Smith drew attention this week for his latest unhinged rant on the air. During Monday’s episode of “First Take,” Smith accused Boston Celtics guard Derrick White of unfollowing him on social media (claiming that he saw “reports circulating” about the unfollow). Smith … The post Stephen A. Smith whines on TV about being unfollowed by a Celtics player appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

Read moreStephen A. Smith whines on TV about being unfollowed by a Celtics player

Details emerge on 49ers’ investigation into wild injury conspiracy theory

Tinfoil hat wearers are going to be disappointed by the findings of the San Francisco 49ers’ latest investigation. The Niners recently looked into a conspiracy theory centered on an electrical substation located next to the team’s practice facility at Levi’s Stadium, which was supposedly to blame for San Francisco’s injury-plagued season. The conspiracy being peddled … The post Details emerge on 49ers’ investigation into wild injury conspiracy theory appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

Read moreDetails emerge on 49ers’ investigation into wild injury conspiracy theory

Umpire Dan Bellino got a call so wrong that it glitched the ABS system

Dan Bellino had his CB Bucknor moment during Monday’s game. The veteran MLB umpire Bellino was behind the plate on Monday for the Athletics-Atlanta Braves game at Truist Park in Atlanta, Ga. Athletics first baseman Nick Kurtz was leading off the game in the top of the first inning and saw a low 0-2 offering … The post Umpire Dan Bellino got a call so wrong that it glitched the ABS system appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

Read moreUmpire Dan Bellino got a call so wrong that it glitched the ABS system

Mariners have a notable new plan for Cal Raleigh

Baseball fans may unfortunately be seeing less of Big Dumper this season. Seattle Mariners star catcher Cal Raleigh received the day off on Monday. Raleigh was out of the lineup for Monday’s series-opening game against the New York Yankees at T-Mobile Park in Seattle, Wash. Speaking with reporters about the decision before the game, Mariners … The post Mariners have a notable new plan for Cal Raleigh appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

Read moreMariners have a notable new plan for Cal Raleigh

Angel Reese’s brother Julian gets good news from the NBA

Julian Reese has successfully avoided what would have been a costly disciplinary measure. The NBA announced on Monday that they have rescinded a double technical foul assessed to the Washington Wizards forward Reese and Portland Trail Blazers center Yang Hansen during their game the night before. The decision was made after a postgame review by … The post Angel Reese’s brother Julian gets good news from the NBA appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

Read moreAngel Reese’s brother Julian gets good news from the NBA

Bulls waive Jaden Ivey hours after his anti-LGBTQ rant

The Chicago Bulls have quickly decided to dump Jaden Ivey in the wake of his recent behavior over social media. Chicago announced on Monday that they are waiving the 24-year-old guard Ivey. The Bulls’ official release cited “conduct detrimental to the team” for Ivey’s release. Earlier in the day on Monday, Ivey sparked backlash by … The post Bulls waive Jaden Ivey hours after his anti-LGBTQ rant appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

Read moreBulls waive Jaden Ivey hours after his anti-LGBTQ rant

Kirk Cousins is being considered by another NFC team

The interest in veteran quarterback Kirk Cousins appears to be growing ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft. On Monday at the NFL Annual League Meeting, Los Angeles Rams coach Sean McVay revealed they have considered Cousins as a QB2 option. The Green Bay Packers have also kicked the tires on the idea of bringing in … The post Kirk Cousins is being considered by another NFC team appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

Read moreKirk Cousins is being considered by another NFC team

Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla blasts ‘stupid’ NBA award

By now, it is no secret that Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla is as blunt as they come. On Monday, Mazzulla was asked about the NBA Coach of the Year award, and the Celtics coach was as blunt as can be. “I think it’s a stupid award. They shouldn’t have it,” Mazzulla said, via … The post Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla blasts ‘stupid’ NBA award appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

Read moreCeltics coach Joe Mazzulla blasts ‘stupid’ NBA award

Dolphins GM has firm stance on De’Von Achane trade rumors

The Miami Dolphins roster looks much different from what it did at the end of the regular season. Tua Tagovailoa, Bradley Chubb and Tyreek Hill were all released, and Jaylen Waddle was traded to the Denver Broncos. After the Waddle trade, many predicted that running back De’Von Achane would be the next one dealt, but … The post Dolphins GM has firm stance on De’Von Achane trade rumors appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

Read moreDolphins GM has firm stance on De’Von Achane trade rumors

Vikings make $18 million decision on key wide receiver

The Minnesota Vikings have some key decisions to make ahead of the 2026 NFL Draft, and one of them is regarding the fifth-year option for wide receiver Jordan Addison. During the NFL Annual League Meeting on Monday, Vikings interim GM Rob Brzezinski revealed that the plan is to exercise the $18 million option for Addison. … The post Vikings make $18 million decision on key wide receiver appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

Read moreVikings make $18 million decision on key wide receiver

Brewers finalizing a $50 million deal with prized prospect

The Milwaukee Brewers are rolling the dice on one of their top prospects, shortstop Cooper Pratt. Pratt, who made his Triple-A debut in Nashville recently, has never played above Double-A until this season. Yet, the Brewers are finalizing an eight-year contract worth $50 million, per Bob Nightengale of USA Today. The Milwaukee Brewers are on … The post Brewers finalizing a $50 million deal with prized prospect appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

Read moreBrewers finalizing a $50 million deal with prized prospect

North Carolina has 3 main targets in head coach search

The North Carolina Tar Heels have three names at the top of their list as they search for a new head coach, but do not expect a resolution in the next few days. Arizona coach Tommy Lloyd, Michigan coach Dusty May, and Chicago Bulls coach Billy Donovan are the three main targets for North Carolina, … The post North Carolina has 3 main targets in head coach search appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

Read moreNorth Carolina has 3 main targets in head coach search

Mark Cuban reveals his big regret about selling Mavericks

Mark Cuban wishes he had a do-over on his decision to sell the Dallas Mavericks. Cuban admitted in a new episode of “Intersections: The Podcast” that he does not regret selling the Mavericks, but he does wish he had sold the team to a different owner. “I don’t regret selling. I regret who I sold … The post Mark Cuban reveals his big regret about selling Mavericks appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

Read moreMark Cuban reveals his big regret about selling Mavericks