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NBAClippers Let Bennedict Mathurin Walk for Nothing, Pelicans Pounce on Discount Deal
The LA Clippers withdrew Bennedict Mathurin's qualifying offer, allowing the 24-year-old to immediately sign a two-year, $16 million deal with the New Orleans Pelicans.Free AgencyRoster MoveContract
NBATimberwolves Panic-Buy Wing Depth, Trade Josh Green to Jazz for Cody Williams and John Konchar
The Minnesota Timberwolves are trading Josh Green and cash to the Utah Jazz for Cody Williams and John Konchar, a desperate move for wing depth following Donte DiVincenzo's Achilles injury.TradeRoster Move
MLBYankees Rush Max Fried Back for Red Sox Doubleheader
The New York Yankees are activating left-hander Max Fried from the 15-day injured list to start Saturday's doubleheader against the Boston Red Sox.Roster MoveInjuryBetting
MLBBraves Rotation Already in Shambles as Schwellenbach and Waldrep Head for Elbow Surgery
Spencer Schwellenbach and Hurston Waldrep are both undergoing elbow surgery, leaving the Atlanta Braves' starting rotation in a precarious position before the season even begins.InjuryRoster MoveAnalysis
UFCUFC Shanghai Weigh-Ins Deliver a Rare Double Weight Miss
Both Julia Polastri and Xiong Jing Nan missed weight for their UFC Shanghai matchup, creating a bizarre scenario for the fight card.Breaking NewsAnalysis
UFCDillon Danis Pulls Out of Mike Perry Fight With 'Grizzly' Arm Injury
Dillon Danis has withdrawn from his scheduled Duel Arena 1 main event against Mike Perry due to an arm injury, leaving the August 29 card scrambling for a replacement.InjuryBreaking NewsAnalysis
UFCDillon Danis Ghosts Mike Perry, Brandon Jenkins Steps In
Dillon Danis has pulled out of his weekend fight against Mike Perry with zero communication, forcing Brandon Jenkins to step in on short notice.Breaking NewsAnalysis
UFCDillon Danis Pulls Out, Leaving Mike Perry Waiting on a 48-Hour Mystery Opponent
Dillon Danis has withdrawn from his scheduled MMA bout against Mike Perry, forcing organizers to find a replacement opponent on just 48 hours' notice.Breaking NewsBetting
NHLConnor Hellebuyck Officially Wants Out of Winnipeg, Forcing the Jets Into a Goalie Market Staredown
Connor Hellebuyck has publicly confirmed his trade request from the Winnipeg Jets, setting up a high-stakes market for the 33-year-old former MVP coming off a down season.TradeBreaking NewsRumor
MLBBlue Jays Scoop Up Michael Lorenzen After Disastrous Rockies Stint
The Toronto Blue Jays are signing veteran pitcher Michael Lorenzen for the prorated league minimum after the Colorado Rockies released him following a brutal 115-inning stretch.Roster MoveFree AgencyAnalysis
NBAMiami Heat Add Nick Richards to Superteam Roster on One-Year Deal
The Miami Heat signed free agent center Nick Richards to a one-year deal, filling their 14th roster spot with frontcourt depth behind their newly acquired stars.Free AgencyRoster MoveBreaking News
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