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It might very well have been “Arson Judge” who showed up in the Bay Area on Wednesday, when the New York Yankees faced the San Francisco Giants on Opening Day of the 2026 MLB season at Oracle Park in San Francisco, Calif. It was a brutally unproductive night for Judge, as he went 0-for-5 with … The post Aaron Judge makes embarrassing MLB history against the Giants appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
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.
Najee Harris may have a quality landing spot to resurrect his career after something of a lost season in 2025. Harris visited the Seattle Seahawks on Wednesday, according to the NFL’s transaction wire. It is the first visit he has taken in free agency. The Seahawks need a replacement for Kenneth Walker, who left to … The post Najee Harris draws interest from NFC playoff team appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes appears to be progressing rapidly in his recovery from ACL surgery. Mahomes on Wednesday shared video of himself throwing passes during a recent workout. While the quarterback was not doing anything too intensive, he seemed to be moving well. Patrick Mahomes back in the lab throwing a little over … The post Patrick Mahomes shares encouraging video after his ACL surgery appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
NBA commissioner Adam Silver responded to the growing complaints about star players being potentially deprived of awards consideration because of the league’s controversial 65-game rule. Players must appear in at least 65 regular season games to be considered for end-of-season awards, including MVP and All-NBA status. The rule was introduced to try to minimize load … The post Adam Silver addresses complaints about the NBA’s 65-game rule appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Milwaukee Bucks guard Kevin Porter Jr. is getting mocked on social media for his stance on Bam Adebayo’s 83-point game. Porter Jr. is among those who find it wrong that Adebayo has the second-highest points total in an NBA game, surpassing Kobe Bryant. In an appearance on social media personality Deshae Frost’s stream, Porter said … The post Kevin Porter Jr. got roasted for his comments about Bam Adebayo’s 83 points appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Four years after being forced out at LSU amid a recruiting scandal, Will Wade appears to be heading back to the Tigers. Multiple reports suggested Wednesday that Wade is likely to leave NC State after just one season to return to LSU, where he coached from 2017-2022. LSU is close to hiring McNeese athletic director … The post Will Wade expected to make shocking return to LSU appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Joe Flacco had a bold message for the teams that did not consider him as a possible starter during free agency. Flacco re-signed with the Cincinnati Bengals on Tuesday, committing to a role as Joe Burrow’s backup quarterback for another year. On Wednesday, the 41-year-old admitted that it “pisses me off” that he did not … The post Joe Flacco has message for teams that snubbed him appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
The Masters are two weeks away, and while Tiger Woods has yet to make a final decision on whether he will play, it will not be for lack of trying if he does not. Woods managed to return to the TGL on Tuesday and opened up about his potential availability for The Masters. He said … The post Tiger Woods provides update on his Masters plans appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
A big name has emerged as a likely candidate for the North Carolina Tar Heels head coaching vacancy. Chicago Bulls head coach Billy Donovan is expected to be “at or near the top of the list” of targets for the Tar Heels, according to Jeff Borzello of ESPN. Donovan has resisted approaches to return to … The post Big name emerges as leading candidate for North Carolina job appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
The Pittsburgh Steelers don’t have the most ideal quarterback room at the moment, but a franchise legend is trying to change that. During a recent episode of the “Deebo & Joe” podcast, former Steelers star linebacker James Harrison admitted he’s trying to lure the starting quarterback of a Pittsburgh rival in the AFC North, specifically … The post James Harrison is trying to lure a 3-time Pro Bowler QB to Pittsburgh appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Is Brad Stevens feeling the itch to coach again? Because if he does, there’s a huge job opening in college basketball that he may be interested in. Stevens is a name floated by Matt Norlander of CBS Sports as a possible target for the North Carolina Tar Heels, who parted ways with Hubert Davis following … The post Brad Stevens is linked to a major college basketball program appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Chicago Blackhawks star Connor Bedard just made a rookie’s NHL debut feel a little bit more special. Against the New York Islanders on Tuesday at UBS Arena in Elmont, N.Y., Bedard let his teammate and center Anton Frondell take the opening faceoff at center ice. Bedard was supposed to do the honors for Chicago, but … The post Fans are loving Connor Bedard’s classy move during teammate’s NHL debut appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
A former Ohio State Buckeyes defensive back could spend the rest of his life in prison after pleading guilty to multiple robbery charges. According to Bethany Bruner of the Columbus Dispatch, former Buckeyes DB Marcus Williamson is facing decades of prison time following a guilty plea on March 23 to nine counts of bank robbery. … The post Ex-Ohio State player faces decades in prison after pleading guilty to bank robberies appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Cleveland Cavaliers star Donovan Mitchell has supreme confidence that his former college coach will get the job done against the Duke Blue Devils in the Sweet 16 round of the 2026 NCAA Tournament. Following the Cavs’ 136-131 win over the Orlando Magic on Tuesday at Rocket Arena in Cleveland, Ohio, Mitchell was heard on broadcast … The post Donovan Mitchell sends a blunt warning to Duke before Sweet 16 round appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Alex Ovechkin is the only player in the history of the NHL to score at least 900 career goals. It’s a mind-boggling feat that may have caused whoever was responsible for the TV graphic during Tuesday’s game between the Washington Capitals and St. Louis Blues to lose focus. A screenshot of the broadcast shared by … The post Capitals game broadcast flashes unfortunate typo while highlighting Alex Ovechkin’s milestone appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
The New Orleans Saints are adding a veteran quarterback to provide depth behind starter Tyler Shough. The Saints are reportedly signing former No. 2 overall pick Zach Wilson. Per Saints reporter Nick Underhill, the agreement is for a one-year deal. Saints are signing QB Zach Wilson, according to a source. Adds a veteran presence and … The post Saints signing former top-3 pick to back up QB Tyler Shough appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
The Memphis Grizzlies are pulling the plug on Ja Morant, at least for this season. The Grizzlies announced Tuesday that Morant is expected to miss the remainder of the 2025-26 season while working his way back from a UCL sprain in his left elbow. Morant received a platelet-rich plasma injection in his elbow after experiencing … The post Grizzlies make definitive announcement on Ja Morant appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
John Calipari has extended a helping hand to Moses Moody after the Golden State Warriors star’s season came to a brutal end on Monday night. Moody suffered a gruesome knee injury late in the Warriors’ overtime win over the Dallas Mavericks. The fifth-year wing’s left knee caved on him as he went for an uncontested … The post John Calipari makes classy gesture after injury to Moses Moody appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
