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The New York Mets are spending their January so far playing a game of chicken. After six productive seasons in Queens, four-time All-Star first baseman Pete Alonso hit free agency hoping to cash in a big-time contract. Unfortunately, the market for his services hasn’t materialized the way he or agent Scott Boras had hoped. Alonso likely isn’t going to get $200 million, and at this point, even $150 million seems a little far-fetched. The most recent report has been that Boras has offered the Mets an exclusive three-year, $100 million deal, which seems like a concession on his and Alonso’s…

Florida A&M football is hitting the Southeastern Conference ranks to add talent to its 2025 roster. On Friday, former Florida Gators tight end Gavin Hill announced that he was transferring to the Rattlers. Hill has three years of eligibility remaining. Hill was a consensus four-star prospect out of Buchholz High School in Gainesville before joining the Gators’ 2023 recruiting class as a defensive lineman over Florida State, Auburn, Kentucky, Miami, and others. ESPN ranked Hill the 258th-best prospect in his graduating class. Hill’s arrival at FAMU reunites him with his Buchholz teammates, wide receiver Quan Lee and linebacker Nay’Ron Jenkins, who were both…

The Los Angeles Dodgers have problems that every other Major League Baseball team wishes they had. Jack Flaherty, who started Game 1 of the World Series for the Dodgers in October, is a free agent, and there should be plenty of teams vying for his services. But because the Dodgers have four Cy Young candidates in their rotation, it may not make sense to enter the bidding war. Flaherty was projected for a five-year, $115 million contract by MLB Trade Rumors earlier this offseason. It’s unclear if that deal is out there for him, especially with most of the other…

Florida A&M football is hitting the Southeastern Conference ranks to add talent to its 2025 roster. On Friday, former Florida Gators tight end Gavin Hill announced that he was transferring to the Rattlers. Hill has three years of eligibility remaining. Hill was a consensus four-star prospect out of Buchholz High School in Gainesville before joining the Gators’ 2023 recruiting class as a defensive lineman over Florida State, Auburn, Kentucky, Miami, and others. ESPN ranked Hill the 258th-best prospect in his graduating class. Hill’s arrival at FAMU reunites him with his Buchholz teammates, wide receiver Quan Lee and linebacker Nay’Ron Jenkins, who were both key contributors for the 7-5 Rattlers…

Georgia Bulldogs sophomore pass rusher Damon Wilson has reportedly canceled his visit to a rival school after securing a lucrative one-year, multi-million-dollar NIL (Name, Image, and Likeness) deal with the University of Georgia. The move underscores the growing influence of NIL opportunities in college athletics and highlights Georgia’s commitment to retaining top talent. Wilson, a five-star recruit from the 2023 class, played a significant role for the Bulldogs during his freshman season, showcasing exceptional speed and power off the edge. His potential to develop into a premier pass rusher has made him a cornerstone of Georgia’s defensive plans moving forward.…

The New York Mets, already renowned for their big spending in recent years, have reportedly offered a jaw-dropping $790 million deal to a three-time Cy Young Award winner and future Hall of Fame starting pitcher. If true, this would not only be the richest contract in Major League Baseball (MLB) history but also a defining moment for the sport. Such a monumental offer demonstrates the Mets’ commitment to chasing championships and cementing their position as one of the premier franchises in baseball. The Context of the Offer This reported deal would shatter existing records in professional sports contracts. Currently, Juan…

Tennessee received its eighth commitment for the 2026 recruiting class. Offensive lineman Gabriel Osenda announced his commitment to the Vols at the Navy All-American Bowl in San Antonio, Texas. “1000% committed,” Osenda announced. The 6-foot-7, 330-pound prospect is from Baylor School in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Osenda committed to the Vols over Florida, Georgia, Minnesota and South Carolina. Tennessee offered the offensive line prospect a scholarship on Feb. 26, 2024. Tennessee has eight commitments in its 2026 recruiting class: Quarterback Faizon Brandon, tight end Carson Sneed, offensive lineman Brandon Anderson, defensive lineman Tyson Bacon, wide receiver Tyreek King, linebacker Braylon Outlaw, wide receiver Tyran Evans and…

FAYETTEVILLE — Arkansas football coach Sam Pittman is expected to hire Nick Perry, a defensive quality control coach for the Seattle Seahawks, to fill the position of defensive backs coach for the Razorbacks. Perry, a former Alabama standout safety, would replace Deron Wilson, who reportedly took the role as defensive coordinator at Georgia State last week. Wilson resigned his position with the Razorbacks on Jan. 3. Perry, 33, spent the 2024 season with the Seahawks after serving as defensive backs coach for the Atlanta Falcons for two seasons (2021-22) and assistant wide receivers coach for one season (2023).…

Wolves have completed the £16.6m signing of defender Emmanuel Agbadou from Reims. The 27-year-old centre-back has signed a four-and-a-half year deal at Molineux, with the option of an extra 12 months, and becomes Vitor Pereira’s first signing at the club. It also ends Wolves’ interest in Lens defender Kevin Danso as the club moved for Agbadou over the Austria international. “Emmanuel’s a winner and he’s driven,” said Wolves sporting director Matt Hobbs. After the journey’s had, he’s still unbelievably hungry. He’s the type of player the Wolves fans should love, because you’re going to get absolutely everything he’s got. “When…

In a stunning turn of events, the Spanish Sports Disciplinary Committee (CSD) has delivered its highly-anticipated verdict on Barcelona’s registration appeal for new signings Dani Olmo and Pau Victor. After weeks of intense speculation and behind-the-scenes negotiations, the CSD has ruled that Barcelona’s registration request for the two players has been… *APPROVED*! But here’s the twist: the approval comes with a major caveat. The CSD has imposed a strict condition that Barcelona must meet a specific financial requirement within the next 72 hours or risk having the registration annulled. What does this mean for Barcelona’s season? Will they be able…