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Iconic Mets announcer Howie Rose retiring after 2026 season

New York Mets radio announcer Howie Rose announced Thursday he will retire after the 2026 season, closing a career that has spanned nearly four decades with the franchise. The 72-year-old Queens native began his Mets tenure in 1987 as a pregame host. He later moved to television play-by-play before becoming the lead radio voice in … The post Iconic Mets announcer Howie Rose retiring after 2026 season appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Former NBA Champion claimed he's broke, drowning in debt and child support post-retirement: "I've been trying to create income" – Basketball Network

Former NBA Champion claimed he's broke, drowning in debt and child support post-retirement: "I've been trying to create income"  Basketball Network

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Former NFL receiving leader announces his retirement

A former NFL Pro Bowler is making it official after a few years out of the game. In a post to social media on Wednesday, veteran wide receiver TY Hilton formally announced his retirement. Hilton said that “it’s time for me to retire from the game of football and begin a new chapter” and issued … The post Former NFL receiving leader announces his retirement appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Fans become emotional after Anze Kopitar, Jonathan Quick interaction

An emotional moment between former Los Angeles Kings teammates grabbed people’s attention on Monday. With the Kings visiting the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden in New York City, N.Y., Rangers goalie Jonathan Quick and Kings forward Anze Kopitar were able to meet on the ice for the final time in their playing careers. … The post Fans become emotional after Anze Kopitar, Jonathan Quick interaction appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Update emerges on LeBron James’ playing future

A new update has emerged regarding LeBron James’ NBA future. In an appearance on ESPN’s “Get Up!” Monday, Shams Charania said the “feeling around LeBron and the league” is that James will play one more season. He added, however, that how the Los Angeles Lakers finish the campaign could have a big impact on where … The post Update emerges on LeBron James’ playing future appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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6-time Pro Bowl selection officially announces his retirement

A former six-time Pro Bowl selection officially announced his retirement from the NFL on Monday. Cornerback Darius Slay posted on Instagram that he is stepping away from the NFL after 13 seasons. “This game put me in a position to help take care of my family and loved ones and I’m forever grateful,” Slay wrote … The post 6-time Pro Bowl selection officially announces his retirement appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Iconic college basketball coach announces his retirement

One of the most successful college basketball coaches of his era has announced his retirement. Butler head coach Thad Matta is stepping down after four seasons, the school announced Monday. The 58-year-old will transition into a new role as special assistant to the school president and athletic director. Matta leaves coaching with 502 career wins, … The post Iconic college basketball coach announces his retirement appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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