Jackson Merrill challenging Paul Skenes Rookie of the Year
Commercial content. 21+. Action Network is the official betting partner of the New York Post, which edited this content. In the space of a week, Paul Skenes’ odds to win National League Rookie of the Year have dropped from -3000 to -390 on FanDuel. Two things have happened. 1. Skenes showed he was human, allowing […]
Rookie Bo Nix makes case for Broncos starting QB job with stellar preseason debut
If first impressions are to be believed, this could be the start of something special for Bo Nix. The 12th overall pick by the Denver Broncos appeared in Sunday’s preseason game against the Indianapolis Colts and helped his team score on four of the five attempts he took part in. The former Oregon Ducks player […]
Jets believe rookie trio will help make offense more physical
The Jets feel they not only acquired a quality player in this spring’s NFL Draft, but also a player with a particular style. They wanted to add more athletic players to their team. They felt they accomplished that by selecting wide receiver Malachi Corey in the third round, running back Braylon Allen in the fourth […]
Steven Adams pretended he couldn’t speak English as a rookie so Kevin Garnett wouldn’t trash talk him
Kevin Garnett is a legendary trash talker. Throughout his career, fellow NBA players would say he was one of the most ruthless, harsh and cruel talkers in the league, someone who always had the perfect thing to say to break down an opponent’s spirit. So no one blames Steven Adams for hating the smoke as […]
Mets’ bats go cold against Braves rookie as win streak ends at five
On a day when the Mets’ starting rotation was in doubt after Kodai Senga suffered a potentially season-ending calf injury, the Mets’ offense struggled against Atlanta at Citi Field. The Mets were dominated by Atlanta rookie right-hander Spencer Schwellenbach, who struck out 11 batters and allowed just two hits in seven innings. The loss ended […]
Giants rookie Malik Nabers already earning team’s trust
The reason head coach Brian Daboll hasn’t yet committed to being the Giants’ offensive play-caller may be because he wants to keep that job with Malik Neighbors. Just kidding. Well just kidding. Neighbors said a 60-yard pass between him and Daniel Jones during practice on Friday was the result of Daboll asking the rookie receiver […]
Rookie Dru Phillips eager to earn his Giants secondary spot
The Giants defense is loaded with game-changing talent, but the secondary is searching for a reliable playmaker following the departure of safety Xavier McKinney. Third-round cornerback Jrue Phillips could provide just that. The Kentucky native has primarily played on Big Blue’s second-team defense but has already earned some playing time with Deonte Banks and the […]
New parolee nabbed in fatal shooting of Michigan rookie cop
A man who was released on parole just a month ago has been arrested in connection with the shooting death of a young Michigan police officer. Michael Lopez, 44, winked and grinned at bystanders as he was arrested Monday night in Detroit for allegedly shooting and killing Melvindale Police Officer Mohamed Said. According to video […]
Evan Mobley agrees to 5-year, $224 million rookie contract extension with Cavaliers
CLEVELAND — Cavaliers forward Evan Mobley has agreed to a five-year, $224 million contract extension with Cleveland, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press on Saturday night. Mobley has developed into one of the NBA’s brightest young stars since being selected third overall in the 2021 draft. The 23-year-old’s new contract could […]
WNBA rookie Cameron Brink responds to fans saying she wore makeup post-ACL surgery
Los Angeles Sparks Contrary to what fans may think, rookie Cameron Brink woke up this week from surgery looking fresh. Brink’s rookie season came to an abrupt end when he tore the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee during a game. Connecticut Sun last month. Cameron Brink, wearing number 22 of the Los Angeles […]