June 2019

Franchise Sports

Nets and Hawks are both winners in Crabbe, Prince trade

Brooklyn Nets sent Allen Crabbe and his $18.5 million contract to the Atlanta Hawks in a trade this week, as reported by ESPN’s Adrian Wojnarowski. Brooklyn will also send the 17th pick in the 2019 NBA Draft and a 2020 lottery-protected pick. Atlanta will send Taurean Prince, and a 2021 second rounder to Brooklyn.

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Craig Kimbrel

Chicago Cubs and Kimbrel are an ideal pairing even on multi-year deal

Craig Kimbrel has signed a three-year deal with the Chicago Cubs, as first reported by The Athletic’s Ken Rosenthal. Jeff Passan added that Kimbrel will receive $43 million over the course of his three-year contract, including $10 million this season. There is a $1 million buyout on a club/vesting option for the 2022 season. He will receive $16 million in 2022 if the option is picked up.

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Cody Bellinger

Cody Bellinger’s incredible 2019 is far more than a hot start, he’s on his way to becoming the best player in baseball

It’s hard to believe what Cody Bellinger is doing for the Los Angeles Dodgers this far into the season. His projections over a 162-game campaign are the sort of silly numbers you expect with a small sample size klaxon in early April.

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Jay Ajayi

Best fits for the top five remaining NFL free agents

With the 2019 NFL Draft long done and the initial wave of free agency signings completed, it’s slim pickings for franchises seeking upgrades to their rosters. Despite the adversity, there is certainly some value to be found. Whether it’s a seasoned veteran to bulk up the defensive line, or a complimentary piece for the backfield.

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