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Why Alex Bregman Turned Down Larger Offers To Sign A Short-Term Deal With The Red Sox

Why Alex Bregman Turned Down Larger Offers To Sign A Short-Term Deal With The Red Sox

Feb 19, 2025

After nearly a decade with the Houston Astros, Alex Bregman has set his sights on a new home. Here's why he chose the Boston Red Sox.

Plaxico Burress Is Putting His Super Bowl Ring Up For Auction

Plaxico Burress Is Putting His Super Bowl Ring Up For Auction

Feb 12, 2025

Plaxico Burress had one of the biggest catches in Super Bowl history. Yet he's saying goodbye to his championship ring from that game.

35 Years Ago Today, Buster Douglas Knocked Out Mike Tyson – But That's Not The Fight That Made Him Rich For Life…

35 Years Ago Today, Buster Douglas Knocked Out Mike Tyson – But That's Not The Fight That Made Him Rich For Life…

Feb 11, 2025

35 years ago today, Buster Douglas shocked the world when he knocked out Mike Tyson. But this wasn't the fight that made him rich forever!

Who Owns the Kansas City Chiefs And How'd They Earn Their Fortune?

Who Owns the Kansas City Chiefs And How'd They Earn Their Fortune?

Feb 8, 2025

The Hunts have one of the richest traditions in the NFL. Here's how the family earned their fortune, leading to the creation of the Chiefs (and a lot more).

Pat Riley Stands To Make Over $1 Million If The Chiefs Win The Super Bowl Thanks To "Three-Peat" Trademark

Pat Riley Stands To Make Over $1 Million If The Chiefs Win The Super Bowl Thanks To "Three-Peat" Trademark

Feb 7, 2025

Pat Riley made a smart business decision over 35 years ago—and it could pay off yet again if the Chiefs win Super Bowl 59.

Had George Halas Not Overslept In 1915, Barely Missing A Deadly Tragedy, The NFL Might Not Exist Today

Had George Halas Not Overslept In 1915, Barely Missing A Deadly Tragedy, The NFL Might Not Exist Today

Feb 6, 2025

There have been a number of great "what ifs" in sports history. But perhaps the greatest involves one man who hit the snooze button a few times.

Terry Rozier Is Being Investigated For Possible Participation In An Illegal Betting Scheme

Terry Rozier Is Being Investigated For Possible Participation In An Illegal Betting Scheme

Feb 3, 2025

After the NBA found no evidence of wrongdoing, federal prosecutors are once again investigating whether a player altered his performance.

The Mavericks Trading Luka Doncic Means He'll Lose Out On $116 Million

The Mavericks Trading Luka Doncic Means He'll Lose Out On $116 Million

Feb 2, 2025

The Dallas Mavericks and Los Angeles Lakers sent the league into a frenzy when they swapped Luka Doncic and Anthony Davis.

The Heat Just Suspended Jimmy Butler (Again) Despite Owing Him Nearly $50 Million

The Heat Just Suspended Jimmy Butler (Again) Despite Owing Him Nearly $50 Million

Jan 31, 2025

The Miami Heat have suspended Jimmy Butler three times since the start of January. What happens from here between the two sides?

Russell Westbrook Went From The Biggest Contract In NBA History To The League Minimum). And Now He's A Huge Bargain

Russell Westbrook Went From The Biggest Contract In NBA History To The League Minimum). And Now He's A Huge Bargain

Jan 30, 2025

Two years ago, Russell Westbrook was making more than $46 million. Now, he's on a veteran minimum and thriving.

How Mario Lemieux Traded A $32 Million Bankruptcy Debt Into A $900 Million Asset

How Mario Lemieux Traded A $32 Million Bankruptcy Debt Into A $900 Million Asset

Jan 28, 2025

In late 1998, the Pittsburgh Penguins were bankrupt and owed Mario Lemieux $32 million. Twenty years later he was one of the team's owners when it sold for $900 million.

Bill Belichick Reportedly Still Hasn't Signed His UNC Contract

Bill Belichick Reportedly Still Hasn't Signed His UNC Contract

Jan 22, 2025

Bill Belichick agreed to a deal with UNC last month. So why hasn't he signed his $50 million contract yet?

Lionel Messi Just Publicly Listed His Real Estate Portfolio At A Quarter Billion Dollar Valuation

Lionel Messi Just Publicly Listed His Real Estate Portfolio At A Quarter Billion Dollar Valuation

Jan 21, 2025

Lionel Messi is having a solid late career on the pitch. He's also setting himself up for a lucrative real estate portfolio.

Steve Ballmer Is Donating $15 Million To Los Angeles Wildfires Support

Steve Ballmer Is Donating $15 Million To Los Angeles Wildfires Support

Jan 16, 2025

The Los Angeles wildfires have devastated Southern California. Steve Ballmer and his wife Connie are helping support those in need.

Tom Brady Might Leave His 10-Year, $375 Million Fox Deal After One Season

Tom Brady Might Leave His 10-Year, $375 Million Fox Deal After One Season

Jan 16, 2025

Tom Brady could forgo a ton of money by leaving Fox to focus on his role as an owner with the Las Vegas Raiders.