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With the MLB offseason off to such a slow start, even with the Winter Meetings wrapping up this week, there hasn't been much news about many of the second- and third-tier free agents. Everyone's waiting for the big Shohei Ohtani-shaped domino to fall and the other big names to move, mainly Juan Soto.

Former Phillies slugger could be swinging for the fences at Wrigley next season

Boston, MA

Just when you thought the Yankees were done having to worry about Shohei Ohtani, the face of baseball, winding up in the AL East, a new suitor has emerged. The Boston Red Sox were the talk of the Ohtani sweepstakes as the year wound down -- or, at least, Red Sox Twitter made absolutely certain you couldn't separate their franchise from the Ohtani sweepstakes with an insipid whirlwind of inexplicable self-doubt. "He loves New Balance, so he is coming, but do we even need him? We have a lot of DH options." UGH. Infuriating.

Shohei Ohtani found new way to make Yankees' lives miserable after spurning Red Sox

Atlanta, GA

While the MLB Winter Meetings is now finally behind us, the offseason has just begun. The Braves pulled off the first stunning trade of the week, acquiring Jarred Kelenic, Marco Gonzales and more from the Seattle Mariners. Seattle was willing to part ways with Kelenic in part to get Gonzales off the books.

3 Atlanta Braves who won't be back despite surviving 2023 MLB Winter Meetings

Chicago, IL

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Suspects in plot arrested in Chicago, Tampa in November 1963. Sixty years ago, Abraham Bolden worked as a Secret Service agent, becoming the first African American in that agency to guard a president. John F. Kennedy onceintroduced him as "the Jackie Robinson of the Secret Service."

Records: Kennedy targeted in Chicago, Florida, right before Dallas

Pittsburgh, PA

Losing stinks and unfortunately for the Steelers, it's been back-to-back weeks of stinking. Nothing has gone right for this franchise as they're now 7-6 and second to last in the AFC North. After another crushing loss to the New England Patriots in Week 14, this season is starting to feel like a lost cause.

Mike Tomlin speaks the obvious but the Steelers are still a lost cause

Florida State

Daytona Beach, FL

RFK Racing recently confirmed that they plan to expand to three cars for the 2024 NASCAR Cup Series season-opening Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway in mid-February, doing so with the addition of the No. 60 Ford. Veteran David Ragan, who did not attempt to qualify for last year's running...

NASCAR: Two confirmed drivers could miss the 2024 Daytona 500

Natalie Frank, Ph.D.

Mayor must make good on campaign promise to keep city safe as surge in robberies plagues Chicago streets. In recent days, Chicago, renowned as one of the most crime-ridden cities in the nation, has experienced a concerning escalation in criminal activities. The city's law enforcement agencies are currently immersed in a comprehensive investigation into a series of robberies that occurred on Sunday morning, involving 14 victims held at gunpoint with one woman being shot.

Chicago Crime Out of Hand: Woman Shot in 1 of 14 Armed Robberies Over 3 Hrs Sunday in Multiple Areas

Tampa, FL

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have somewhat stopped the bleeding after going 2-2 in their last four games, but this team is still far from where they need to be. It's fair to say that no matter what happens down the stretch, the Bucs will need to make major changes in 2024 in order to compete in the coming years.

4 Bucs players who don't deserve to return next season, and 2 who do

Georgia State

Coral Gables, FL

With the 2023-24 transfer portal officially three days old, several top quarterbacks have already made commitments. After Tyler Van Dyke announced last week he would be transferring, it was clear the Miami football team would be looking for a 2024 starting QB. Jacurri Brown is currently the only healthy Miami scholarship QB.

Miami football: Transfers QB making early commitments

Orlando, FL

Last Wednesday, Orlando City SC announced the mutual termination of the contract with midfielder Mauricio Pereyra, leaving fans and the team facing a considerable challenge. The departure of the captain, who contributed significantly to the club's success in recent years, leaves a difficult void to be filled. Mauricio Pereyra was...

The Challenging Task for Orlando City to Replace the Absence of Mauricio Pereyra

Michigan State

Columbus, OH

Nothing is set in stone at this stage, but Marvin Harrison Jr. officially scared a lot of Bears, Patriots, and Cardinals fans on Thursday. The Ohio State wide receiver told reporters that he is “undecided” about entering the 2024 NFL draft. He pointed to failing to beat Michigan thus far in his college career as a big motivating factor to return to school.

Top 2024 NFL Draft Prospect Marvin Harrison Jr. considering return to Ohio State

Dallas, TX

The Dallas Stars needed this win to get back on track after a terrible performance in Florida. They found themselves down 3-1 in the second period, and everything looked like it was not going according to plan. However, the Stars decided they wouldn't give up until the final buzzer. They would force overtime against the Capitals after clawing back in the third period. The Stars ended up winning in a shootout and would steal two points on the road.

Relentless: Dallas Stars pull off a remarkable comeback against the Washington Capitals 5-4

Alabama State

Ann Arbor, MI

In our latest Michigan Wolverines news roundup, there are good vibes with five-star quarterback Dante Moore and a new deal for Michigan football head coach Jim Harbaugh. Michigan football is heading back to the College Football Playoff for the third straight year. The Wolverines also just won their third consecutive Big Ten championship and were voted as the No. 1 team in the AP poll for the first time since 1997.

Michigan Wolverines news: A ‘breakthrough’ on Jim Harbaugh contract, positive momentum with Dante Moore

Kentucky State

Saint Louis County, MO

Crestwood, MO

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This historic dwelling is located at 9385 Pardee Road in Crestwood, Missouri (St. Louis County). It's been on the National Register of Historic Places since December 12, 1978. When this log house was nominated, the owner was St. Louis County.

The historic William Lindsay Long log house in St. Louis County is linked to a lot of family history

Chapel Hill, NC

The UNC football program has lost its first departure to the NFL, as Devontez ‘Tez’ Walker will be playing football on Sundays next fall. When Devontez ‘Tez’ Walker arrived in Chapel Hill, many expected the Kent State transfer to not be on campus long. After a...

UNC Football: Devontez ‘Tez’ Walker to declare for NFL Draft

Tuscaloosa, AL

Alabama Football received positive news on the recruiting trail this morning as four-star tight end Caleb Odom announced he is closing his recruitment and signing with Alabama. The tight end plans on signing on December 20th’s early signing day joining Alabama Football for its Rose Bowl prep. Odom committed to the Alabama Football Program on July 15th but, continued to visit and talk with other schools as late as this past weekend.

Alabama Football: Caleb Odom shuts down recruitment will sign with Tide

Nebraska State

Lincoln, NE

The 2011 NFL Draft was the last time that a Nebraska Cornhusker was drafted in the first round. In total 34 Cornhuskers have gone in the first round of the draft, dating back to Sam Francis, Lloyd Cardwell, and Les McDonald in 1937. That’s a list that Matt Rhule would like to see grow as he attempts to restore the football program to its former glory.

10 Greatest Nebraska football NFL careers in school history

Arizona State

We are a little under five months away from the 2024 NFL Draft kicking off in Detroit. The Steelers did not make any moves before the trade deadline and they hold plenty of picks right now to improve their team. It's possible they could make some moves between now and the draft that could hinder their draft choices in 2024.

Steelers pull off massive trade and address pressing needs in 7-round 2024 mock draft

Detroit, MI

Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson will be in high demand for head coaching interviews again after this season, and he will surely take those opportunities to some extent. We can rule out a couple job openings that won't appeal to him, including the Carolina Panthers as indications point to them making another run at him,

Head coaching job Lions offensive coordinator Ben Johnson reportedly would prefer is no surprise

Worries about potential threat posed by El Tren de Aragua Gang among Venezuelan Chicago migrants, evidence yet to be found. The Chicago Police Department has issued a warning to officers, alerting them to the potential presence of members of the violent Venezuelan prison gang, El Tren de Aragua, among the 20,000 migrants who have arrived in the city over the past year.

Chicago Police Issue Alert Due to Concerns of Violent Venezuelan Gang Presence

2-19. 64. Bally Sports Florida. Magic by 12 (O/U 229). Dec. 8, 2023. Magic Pistons Matchup 12.08.23. 14-7. 38. 7P. Tonight in Orlando; Feb. 4 in Detroit; Feb. 24 in Detroit; March 3 in Orlando. OMD Prediction. Our Record: 14-7/11-10 ATS. The Orlando Magic need a "get-right" game. They need...

Orlando Magic vs. Detroit Pistons (December 7, 2023): 3 Things To Watch, Odds and Prediction

Austin, TX

After redshirt freshman defensive back Larry Turner-Gooden reportedly (per 247Sports) announced his intentions to enter the portal on Dec. 7, Texas football has seen six players decide to test the waters on the transfer market during the first week of the December window. The December transfer window opened for underclassmen to enter the portal on Dec. 4.

Texas Football: 3 biggest UT transfer losses in first week of portal window

MLB Rumors: Rafael Devers recruits Martin Maldonado to Red Sox on Instagram. The Boston Red Sox are expected to be major players in free agency under Craig Breslow. While the Shohei Ohtani pursuit appears to have fizzled out, a number of impactful free agents remain. Third baseman Rafael Devers, fresh off his second Silver Slugger award, appears to have one in mind.

MLB Rumors: Yamamoto market narrows, Cubs Morel surprise, Red Sox recruiting

Saint Louis, MO

Oli Marmol survived last season, as the St. Louis Cardinals front office claimed to have faith in the second-year manager. However, heading into his third campaign in charge, Marmol needs to turn the team around, as Cards ownership has invested far too much of their resources in the organization to fall short again.

MLB Rumors: Cardinals turn up the heat on manager Oli Marmol

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Minor injury could land Reds prospect Brandon Williamson on the major league roster

The Cincinnati Reds made a handful of roster cuts on Tuesday. Christian Encarnacion-Strand, Matt McLain, an Elly De La Cruz were all reassigned to minor-league camp....

Minor injury could land Reds prospect Brandon Williamson on the major league roster

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