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[ May 24, 2019 ] Cleveland Indians are only a couple of bad weeks away from becoming sellers Cleveland Indians
[ May 22, 2019 ] Losers of the 2019 NFL Draft, featuring Cardinals, Cam Newton and the Texans Arizona Cardinals
[ May 21, 2019 ] The Knicks must stick to their plan if they are to construct a contender NBA
[ May 20, 2019 ] Super Bowl XLIII: The Super Bowl that had everything, the chance that got away for the Arizona Cardinals Arizona Cardinals
[ May 19, 2019 ] If healthy, San Francisco 49ers will battle with the Rams for NFC West title NFL
[ May 18, 2019 ] New York Jets are primed for a postseason push New York Jets
[ May 18, 2019 ] NHL Playoffs Roundup: Bruins reach Stanley Cup Final NHL
[ May 16, 2019 ] Jets firing Mike Maccagnan shows deep-rooted dysfunction in the organisation New York Jets
[ May 15, 2019 ] Failure to add depth to rotation, offence, bullpen has cost the Nationals MLB
[ May 15, 2019 ] Four options for the Los Angeles Lakers with the fourth overall pick Los Angeles Lakers

San Francisco Giants set for difficult 2019, but Zaidi gives reason to be optimistic

March 26, 2019 Sam Cox 0

San Francisco Giants appointed Farhan Zaidi this offseason as they look to change their approach. A roster of players in decline makes a difficult 2019 probable.

How much will a busy offseason improve the Cincinnati Reds?

March 25, 2019 Steve Klein 0

Cincinnati Reds have been among the most active teams this winter, adding Yasiel Puig, Alex Wood, Matt Kemp and several others.

Balanced roster should have the Nationals in contention for division title

March 23, 2019 Steve Klein 0

A very solid lineup with some breakout potential, and a reliable pitching staff bolstered by some neat additions should see them in the hunt for division title right to the end of the season.

Rockies have everything to beat the Dodgers in the NL West

March 22, 2019 Sam Cox 0

Colorado Rockies dramatically won the wildcard game last season, but they were thoroughly outplayed by the Brewers in the Division Series.

Don’t forget about the Atlanta Braves, despite low-risk offseason

March 21, 2019 Sam Cox 1

Atlanta Braves have gone under the radar this offseason despite winning the division in 2018. With one of the league’s best farms still, Atlanta are ready to compete for the next five years and beyond.

Los Angeles Dodgers set for another run to the World Series

March 19, 2019 Steve Klein 0

The Dodgers represented the National League in the World Series in 2017 and 2018. Losses to the Astros and Red Sox were painful for Dave Roberts and co., but they are many people’s favourite to feature in the Fall Classic once again.

Well-constructed roster puts Brewers in playoff contention again

March 17, 2019 Sam Cox 0

Milwaukee Brewers were one victory from the World Series in 2018. They will be confident of returning to the playoffs this year.

Pre-season expectations are too high for Philadelphia Phillies

March 17, 2019 Sam Cox 0

Philadelphia Phillies started brightly in 2018, but faded to finish below .500. Bryce Harper's signing and a busy offseason has increased expectations.

St. Louis Cardinals are a dark horse in the National League

March 16, 2019 Sam Cox 0

St. Louis Cardinals have been over .500 in each of the last 11 seasons. The streak is set to continue in 2019 after Paul Goldschmidt's arrival.

Offseason has made Mets interesting again, playoff run is possible

March 16, 2019 Sam Cox 0

New York Mets were one of MLB's busiest teams this offseason, adding several big names through trade and free agency.