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Juan Soto is set to return for the New York Mets, but one comment he made prior to Wednesday’s game did not suggest he represents the end of the team’s problems. Soto rejoins the team in the midst of a 12-game losing streak, but when asked about the streak, the star outfielder did not sound … The post Juan Soto has concerning quote about his Mets teammates appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Carson Beck apparently has some believers in NFL front offices. NFL Network’s Tom Pelissero appeared on “The Rich Eisen Show” Wednesday and was asked about draft prospects he envisioned going earlier than the conventional wisdom suggests they will. Pelissero named the former Miami Hurricane as a potential name to watch among quarterbacks. “This may not … The post Carson Beck could go unexpectedly early in NFL Draft appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
For the second year in a row, the New York Yankees break with tradition because of player pressure. Yankees players have privately pushed to be allowed to wear alternate jerseys during games, according to Brendan Kuty of The Athletic. Specifically, players have sought to wear their navy batting practice jerseys, which have “New York” across … The post Yankees players want team to break with a famous tradition appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Denver Nuggets coach David Adelman had some fun with comments made by Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels following Game 2 of their Western Conference first round series. McDaniels said after Minnesota’s 119-114 win that the strategy facing the Nuggets was to “go after” them because the entire team was made up of “bad defenders.” Naturally, … The post Nuggets coach throws shade at Jaden McDaniels appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Garret Anderson died at his home in Newport Beach, Calif., last week on Thursday at the age of 53. The death came as a surprise due to his young age and no public reports about him struggling with his health. So what happened that led to Anderson’s death? The California Post received a report from … The post Cause of death revealed for Garret Anderson appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Florida coach Todd Golden has issued a public response to speculation that he might be pursued by the Golden State Warriors. Golden was asked Wednesday about reports claiming the Warriors have him at the top of their list if they part ways with Steve Kerr this offseason. The Florida coach seemed amused by the rumor, … The post Todd Golden addresses NBA job speculation appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Former All-Star pitcher Lucas Giolito has a new home for 2026. Giolito is signing with the San Diego Padres, according to multiple reports. The one-year contract is worth a base value of $3 million, but could rise to as much as $8 million. The deal is for one-year, $3 million with a chance to earn … The post Lucas Giolito has signed with a new team appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
The Dallas Cowboys have made their decision on the contract status of wide receiver George Pickens. Cowboys COO Stephen Jones said Wednesday that the Pickens will play on the franchise tag in 2026, and that there will be no further negotiations on a long-term contract. Jones made it sound like the Cowboys had ultimately made … The post Cowboys make decision on George Pickens’ contract appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza’s ceremonial first pitch at Tuesday’s Miami Marlins game left a lot to be desired. Mendoza was enlisted to throw out the first pitch prior to the Marlins’ 5-3 loss to the St. Louis Cardinals at loanDepot Park in Miami, Fl. on Tuesday. The likely No. 1 NFL Draft pick tried to … The post Fernando Mendoza’s ceremonial first pitch was a little bit wild appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Stephen A. Smith’s harshly worded take about NASCAR drivers may have angered a new sports demographic and stock car racing legend Kurt Busch. During a recent episode of his Mad Dog Sports Radio show on SiriusXM, Smith fired back at a caller who suggested that NASCAR Richard Petty is one of the greatest athletes of … The post Kurt Busch responds to Stephen A. Smith’s dismissive take on NASCAR drivers appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Not even “Hawk Tuah” girl Hailey Welch’s powers could cure the malaise that is plaguing the New York Mets. Things have apparently gotten so desperate in the Mets’ realm that Welch was asked for help, in hopes of ending whatever curse New York is under. Just before the Mets faced the Minnesota Twins for a … The post ‘Hawk Tuah’ girl Hailey Welch tries to break Mets curse and fails appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Justin Fields is beginning a new chapter in his football career, this time with a team that has a proven winning culture. With the Kansas City Chiefs, Justin Fields will not be in a battle for the starting job, which is firmly in Patrick Mahomes’ hands, but he can still gain plenty from being in … The post Justin Fields makes an admission about working with Patrick Mahomes appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Boston Celtics cheerleaders just wanted to do their job before Tuesday’s Game 2 of the playoff series between the C’s and the Philadelphia 76ers. But a couple of Sixers players made it a little challenging for them. While the Celtics were being introduced before the game at TD Garden in Boston, Mass., Philadelphia players continued … The post Video: Cheerleaders get caught in awkward situation with 76ers players appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
LeBron James knows that height is a touchy subject for Kevin Durant. While talking about the threat that Houston Rockets star forward Durant presents to the Los Angeles Lakers, James brought up a particular topic that’s often viewed with intrigue — KD’s height. “It’s still a tall challenge, a seven-foot-tall one, too. I know he don’t … The post LeBron James takes a jab at Kevin Durant’s real height appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Sean McVay is completely behind Puka Nacua. On Tuesday, the Los Angeles Rams head coach voiced his support for the wide receiver amid a headline-filled offseason for less-than-ideal reasons. With the start of the Rams’ offseason program, McVay said the wideout is expected to be with the team. “He’ll be a full participant,” McVay said … The post Sean McVay comments on Puka Nacua’s situation after WR’s rehab stint appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
CJ McCollum does not want any smoke from New York Knicks fans branding him as the city’s latest villain. The man just wants to ball. The Atlanta Hawks guard has at times looked like the best player on the floor two games into his team’s first-round series against the Knicks. McCollum has led the series … The post CJ McCollum had amazing response to becoming Knicks’ newest ‘villain’ appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Sam Antonacci did not have any time for a celebratory trot around the bases for his first home run. The Chicago White Sox rookie had to earn it the hard way on Tuesday night. Antonnaci suited up for just the sixth MLB game of his career on Tuesday against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field … The post White Sox rookie’s first home run comes from inside the park appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
One fan may have just earned himself a tryout to be the next backup outfielder of the Colorado Rockies. The Rockies hosted the San Diego Padres for their series opener on Tuesday at Coors Field in Denver, Colo. Padres slugger Jackson Merrill was at the plate with a man on and one out against Rockies … The post Rockies fan made the play of the season to catch a foul ball appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama has reportedly suffered a concussion. The Frenchman had a hard fall in the second quarter of Game 2 of the Spurs’ first-round matchup against the Portland Trail Blazers. Wembanyama tripped while making a spin move and ended up slamming his head into the hardwood at Frost Bank Center in … The post Victor Wembanyama suffered a concussion in Game 2 appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
New York Mets fans could only make light of their situation as one of the franchise’s worst stretches ever continued on Tuesday night. The Mets appeared to be on the verge of ending their 11-game losing streak when they took a 3-0 lead over the Minnesota Twins through five innings at Citi Field in Flushing, … The post Mets fans gave sarcastic MVP chants after latest disaster appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Steve Kerr’s expected departure from the Golden State Warriors may also be getting influenced by non-basketball reasons. The longtime Warriors head coach Kerr has been feeling “stifled a little bit” by the team, Marc J. Spears of ESPN reported Tuesday in an appearance on 95.7 The Game. Spears mentioned Kerr’s lengthy history of speaking out … The post Report: Warriors have been muzzling Steve Kerr appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Tyrese Maxey was very much in his bag during Game 2 against the Boston Celtics on Tuesday. Maxey and the Philadelphia 76ers earned a stunning road victory over the Celtics in Tuesday’s Game 2. They won by a convincing final of 111-97 at TD Garden in Boston, Mass. to even up the first-round series at … The post Tyrese Maxey taunts Celtics crowd during 76ers’ stunning Game 2 win appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
The Houston Rockets are about to get a Kevin Durant-sized boost for Game 2 of their first-round series against the Los Angeles Lakers. Durant is reportedly planning to make his series debut on Tuesday in Game 2 after missing the opener due to injury. According to ESPN’s Shams Charania, the Rockets’ medical staff has fully … The post Rockets get update on Kevin Durant’s status for Game 2 appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
Tom Dundon is apparently leaving no stone unturned in his continued attempts to save a few bucks. The new Portland Trail Blazers owner Dundon may target the team’s mascots, Blaze the Trail Cat and Douglas Fur, as part of his latest cost-cutting measure. Brian Berger of Sports Business Radio reported on Tuesday that Dundon does … The post Blazers owner Tom Dundon may target team’s mascots in latest cost-cutting move appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
