The New Orleans Saints received a harsh grade for their 2016 free-agency haul...
The New Orleans Saints received a harsh grade for their 2016 free-agency haul from a panel of ESPN analysts and former front-office executives (click here for the team-by-team grades, which require...
View ArticleEvery day of the NHL season, we'll present insight on players skating that...
Every day of the NHL season, we'll present insight on players skating that night in terms of their matchups and expected production. We'll also split them up into salary tiers, to offer up best value...
View ArticleUsing guaranteed money as a guide, the four most expensive contracts signed...
Using guaranteed money as a guide, the four most expensive contracts signed during the 2016 NFL free-agency period went to players without a single Pro Bowl appearance between them. These four players...
View ArticleWhen the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame announces this year's...
When the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame announces this year's class on Monday in Houston during the NCAA Final Four, Yao Ming will be among the inductees, according to ESPN's Calvin Watkins....
View ArticleInjuries not only shape an NFL team's current season, but can impact future...
Injuries not only shape an NFL team's current season, but can impact future team building. One injury can open a position the team thought was filled, or a consistently injured starter could make an...
View ArticleWith pro days just about completed, here's a quick update on how I have my...
With pro days just about completed, here's a quick update on how I have my board stacked at each position. Right now I'm working to finalize lists at each position that will take me beyond about 500...
View ArticleAfter the Sweet 16, it looked quite possible that we could have had all four...
After the Sweet 16, it looked quite possible that we could have had all four No. 1 seeds advancing to the Final Four this weekend. However, No. 2 Oklahoma beat Oregon 80-68 in the West as a 1-point...
View ArticleLast week, I laid out MLB's best and worst defensive players, according to...
Last week, I laid out MLB's best and worst defensive players, according to Baseball Info Solutions (BIS) projections for the 2016 season, and while the defensive skill of some younger players such as...
View ArticleTime will tell if Toronto Blue Jays manager John Gibbons made the correct...
Time will tell if Toronto Blue Jays manager John Gibbons made the correct choice in naming Roberto Osuna the closer over Drew Storen, but I really don't think there's much risk here. Frankly, while I'm...
View ArticleThis weekend there will be a mix of Premier League fixtures and FA Cup...
This weekend there will be a mix of Premier League fixtures and FA Cup quarterfinal ties across England. After making a profit on the midweek Champions League games, ESPN Chalk handicapper James...
View ArticleWe're debuting a new series at ESPN Insider called "State of the Rebuild."...
We're debuting a new series at ESPN Insider called "State of the Rebuild." We'll take a look at NHL organizations building for the future, analyzing their path to eventual success by my analysis of...
View ArticleEach day, we'll provide you the players to target in your daily leagues, from...
Each day, we'll provide you the players to target in your daily leagues, from the high-priced studs to the solid midrange values to the cheaper, riskier players with upside. In general, you want to use...
View ArticleThere's a theory that American NHL teams enjoy an edge over their Canadian...
There's a theory that American NHL teams enjoy an edge over their Canadian counterparts in attracting free agents and having few restrictions on which players will accept a trade to their teams. The...
View ArticleESPN Insider Joe Peta has his best over/under bets for the 2016 MLB season...
ESPN Insider Joe Peta has his best over/under bets for the 2016 MLB season and also has a comprehensive betting preview for all 30 teams. I usually list my three favorite over and three favorite under...
View ArticleMychal Rivera has been pegged by ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter as a name to...
Mychal Rivera has been pegged by ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter as a name to watch as the NFL Draft approaches. Per Schefter, the Oakland Raiders' tight end is expected to be made available via trade....
View ArticleEvery day of the NHL season, we'll present insight on players skating that...
Every day of the NHL season, we'll present insight on players skating that night in terms of their matchups and expected production. We'll also split them up into salary tiers, to offer up best value...
View ArticleReason for optimism: They might get up to four times as many starts from Cole...
Reason for optimism: They might get up to four times as many starts from Cole Hamels and Yu Darvish in 2016 as they did last year, when they won the division. Reason for pessimism: They could be a lot...
View ArticleReason for optimism: It's liberating to finally let go of a once-joyous...
Reason for optimism: It's liberating to finally let go of a once-joyous relationship that's been toxic for years. Reason for pessimism: Immediately after a breakup, it's natural to lament, "I'll never...
View ArticleReason for optimism: This is probably the most improved offense in the...
Reason for optimism: This is probably the most improved offense in the majors. Reason for pessimism: If run prevention regresses just as much, another losing record will follow. In the Chicago Cubs...
View ArticleReason for optimism: It's a team with a wealth of under-30-year-old talent...
Reason for optimism: It's a team with a wealth of under-30-year-old talent coming off of a 98-win season -- how bad can regression possibly be? Reason for pessimism: The window closes quickly for teams...
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