Mike Brown’s contract extension with Kings comes with huge raise
The Sacramento Kings are putting more effort into head coach Mike Brown. literally. Brown agreed to a contract extension that will double his salary from $4 million to $8.5 million for the 2024-25 season. His agent, Warren Legarey, told ESPN:. The deal also reportedly includes two years of $8.5 million in guaranteed money to support […]
Retired Navy admiral charged with bribery for allegedly offering government contract in exchange for job
Retired Navy Admiral Robert Burke was arrested Friday on suspicion of bribery involving government contracts, according to the Department of Justice (DOJ). Also arrested were Yong-chul “Charlie” Kim and Megan Messenger, co-CEOs of a company the Justice Department did not name, for allegedly engaging in a scheme to secure government contracts in exchange for offering […]
Tee Higgins shares curious post as Bengals contract drama swirls
Tee Higgins and the Bengals don’t appear to be close to a long-term deal. Higgins, who requested a trade in March after being franchise tagged, posted an intriguing message on Instagram Thursday amid the standoff, writing, “I tell them no, they want to call me selfish…” The post featured a variety of photos, including snapshots […]
Jalen Brunson Knicks contract: Inside the mega-money decision
The NBA is planning to sign a contract A media rights deal this big The amount shall be read out only in Dr. Evil’s voice. $76 billion. About half of that money would go to players under the revenue-sharing provisions of the collective bargaining agreement, resulting in a surge in salaries. Beginning with the 2025-26 […]
Vegas Golden Knights Haven’t Spoken To Jonathan Marchessault About A Contract Extension, Superstar Says
Wow…are big changes about to happen in Las Vegas? The Vegas Golden Knights were looking to win back-to-back championships after winning the Stanley Cup in 2023, but things didn’t go as planned in that regard. As a result, the team is facing several questions heading into the offseason, and one of those questions will be […]
Bills brass explains how ‘albatross’ contract led to decision to move on from Stefon Diggs
The Buffalo Bills front office has had to make a number of tough decisions this offseason, and early last month, the team’s key decision makers orchestrated a high-profile trade involving star wide receiver Stefon Diggs. Diggs, a four-time Pro Bowl player, agreed to a four-year, $96 million contract extension with the Bills in 2022. However, […]
Six People Contract ‘Brain Worms’ After Eating Undercooked Bear Meat
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), six people who attended a family gathering where undercooked bear meat was served became infected with a “brain parasite.” The CDC: statement It was reported on Thursday that a 29-year-old man from Minnesota had been hospitalized with symptoms including fever, “severe muscle pain” and “periorbital […]
Cassidy launches investigation into Chinese-owned tutoring service with DOD contract
EXCLUSIVE — Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-LA) has launched an investigation into a Chinese-owned tutoring service that has contracts with schools across the United States and the Pentagon. Tutor.com, which is owned by the Chinese investment firm Primavera Capital Group, provides services to the Department of Defense and has contracts with local school districts and libraries […]
Jalen Brunson undergoes hand surgery before contract decision
Jalen Brunson’s offseason started with surgery. The Knicks’ starting point guard underwent surgery for a broken left hand and will be re-examined in six to eight weeks, the team announced Wednesday morning. Bojan Bogdanovic, who has one year remaining on his contract, also underwent surgery on his left wrist and is due to be re-evaluated […]
Brian Cashman eager for Yankees’ Juan Soto contract talks
Hal Steinbrenner isn’t the only decision maker who wants Juan Soto to be a Yankee “for the rest of his career.” Asked about Steinbrenner’s recent comments about the team’s newest star, general manager Brian Cashman said Tuesday that “Hal just said the truth and the obvious.” “When we traded him, we were certainly hoping we […]