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Stearns isn’t ready to talk about the Mets’ reported signing of Juan Soto.

The Art of Avoiding the Elephant in the Room

The Mets have yet to announce they’ve signed Juan Soto, so team officials delivered a master class on evading reporters’ questions at Monday’s winter meetings.

Stephanie Apstein
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Stearns isn’t ready to talk about the Mets’ reported signing of Juan Soto.

The Art of Avoiding the Elephant in the Room

The Mets have yet to announce they’ve signed Juan Soto, so team officials delivered a master class on evading reporters’ questions at Monday’s winter meetings.

Stephanie Apstein
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Allen (left) and Parker were voted into the Baseball Hall of Fame by the Classic Era Committee on Sunday.

Though Long Overdue, Dick Allen and Dave Parker Fittingly Enter Hall of Fame Together

The two players endured racism and personal hardship during their time in baseball but were finally honored as legends by the Classic Era Committee on Sunday.

Tom Verducci
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Soto logged a career-high 7.9 WAR last year.

Steve Cohen Was Never Going to Lose the Biggest Auction in Sports History

The New York Mets owner has enough money to get what he really wants, whether it’s a work of art or a generational baseball player. He was always going to win the bidding war for Juan Soto.

Tom Verducci
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Kittle helped the 49ers to a dominant 38–13 win over the Bears.

George Kittle on How the 49ers Returned to Form in Rout Over Bears

San Francisco needed to play together, and they finally did against Chicago, setting up a must-win matchup against the Rams.

Albert Breer
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AT&T Stadium had the roof open for Monday Night Football in Week 14.

Joe Buck Ribbed Troy Aikman About God Watching the Cowboys Through Rarely Open Roof

Joe Buck poked fun at the idea God wants to watch the Cowboys.

Stephen Douglas
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Homer Simpsons throws a touchdown pass to Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb on the Simpsons alt cast.

NFL World Had Jokes After Homer Simpson Threw TD to CeeDee Lamb on Simpsons Altcast

Karl Rasmussen
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Stephen A. Smith makes an appearance on the Simpsons altcast of Monday Night Football..

Stephen A. Smith Was the Instant Star of the Simpsons Altcast

Mike Kadlick
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The "Simpsons" altcast showed Lisa Simpson giving a pregame speech to the Bengals.

Lisa Simpson Gives Bengals Inspiring Locker Room Speech Ahead of Altcast

Ryan Phillips
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Tank Bigsby (left), Patrick Taylor Jr (center) and Braelon Allen (right) are top fantasy football waiver wire pickups in Week 14.

Week 15 Fantasy Waiver Wire Pickups: Add Tank Bigsby, Braelon Allen and Patrick Taylor Jr.

These waiver wire targets for Week 15 could help fantasy teams in the playoffs.

Michael Fabiano
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Dec 8, 2024; Inglewood, California, USA; Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen (17) throws against the Los Angeles Rams during the first half at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Fabs Five Fantasy Storylines: Josh Allen, Sam Darnold Lead Fantasy Football Scorers in Week 14

Michael Fabiano
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Green Bay Packers running back Josh Jacobs (8) celebrates a touchdown against Detroit Lions during the second half at Ford Field in Detroit on Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024.

Josh Jacobs Leading Fantasy Football Managers To Postseason Berth

Michael Fabiano
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Rico Dowdle (left) and Will Levis (right) are interesting fantasy sleepers in Week 14.

Fabs Five: Will Levis, Rico Dowdle Highlight Week 14 Fantasy Football Sleeper Picks

Michael Fabiano
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Anthony Davis, Bronny James, and LeBron James on Dec. 8, 2024.

Anthony Davis, Lakers Pranked Bronny James on Bench in Front of LeBron

No special treatment here.

Brigid Kennedy
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Chris Paul waves to fans after moving to #2 on the all-time assists list.

Spurs Had Chris Paul Tearing Up With Sweet Gift Celebrating His Historic Assist

Stephen Douglas
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Bronny James saw his first action with the Lakers since November.

Bronny James Made Coolest Play of His NBA Career in Lakers' Win Over Trail Blazers

Andy Nesbitt
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Draymond Green celebrates against the Minnesota Timberwolves

Draymond Green Replicated Steph Curry's Signature Celebration After Game-Sealing Dunk

Karl Rasmussen
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Tigers president of baseball operations Scott Harris was put on the spot during an appearance on MLB Network.

Tigers Exec Awkwardly Responds to Reported Interest in Paul Goldschmidt Live on Air

Scott Harris was asked about Goldschmidt while on-air.

Ryan Phillips
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New York Mets manager Carlos Mendoza speaks with the media at the 2024 MLB Winter Meetings.

Mets Manager Carlos Mendoza Had the Perfect Joke About His Team’s Busy Offseason

Tyler Lauletta
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New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman talks with the media.

Brian Cashman Addresses Yankees' Free Agency Approach Following Juan Soto Sweepstakes

Karl Rasmussen
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Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora speaks with the media.

Alex Cora Reacts to Red Sox Finishing Short in Juan Soto Sweepstakes

Tyler Lauletta
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Wisconsin quarterback Tyler Van Dyke throws a pass.

Former Wisconsin, Miami QB Tyler Van Dyke Enters Transfer Portal for Final Year

The quarterback last competed on Sept. 14 after he tore his ACL.

Madison Williams
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Georgia quarterback Carson Beck throws a pass during a game.

Georgia QB Carson Beck Injury Update Provided Day After CFP Announced

Madison Williams
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Ohio State football coach Ryan Day speaks to media.

Ryan Day Had Comical Answer About OSU Fans Who Might Boo at Home CFP Game

Madison Williams
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Actor Timothée Chalamet was the most prepared guest picker in “College GameDay” history.

ESPN Had a Banner Weekend Covering the College Football Madness

Jimmy Traina
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Ben Crenshaw, pictured after the U.S. Ryder Cup victory in 1999, believes players should not be paid in the biennial matches.

Ryder Cup Legend Ben Crenshaw Has a Bold Opinion on Whether U.S. Players Should Be Paid

Bob Harig
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Nelly Korda tees off during the 2023 Grant Thornton Invitational.

2024 Grant Thornton Invitational Full Field: PGA Tour and LPGA Stars Pair Up

Max Schreiber
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Tiger Woods, pictured during a practice round at the British Open, expects another big year from Scottie Scheffler in 2025.

Tiger Woods Had a Candid Response To Scottie Scheffler's New Putting Grip

Max Schreiber
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Scottie Scheffler was congratulated by host Tiger Woods after winning the Hero World Challenge for a second straight year.

Scottie Scheffler Puts Final Mark on 2024 With Hero World Challenge Win

John Schwarb
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The 2024 FIFA Intercontinental Cup final three matches will be held in Qatar.

What is the FIFA Intercontinental Cup: Details, Teams, How Often Does it Happen?

Roberto Casillas
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West Ham forward Michail Antonio on Dec. 3, 2024.

Fans Join in West Ham Players' Classy Gesture for Michail Antonio After Car Crash

Brigid Kennedy
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Tweed led Angel City to a disappointing 7-13-6 record in 2024.

Angel City Parts Ways With Head Coach Becki Tweed

Theo Lloyd-Hughes
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MetLife Stadium holds over 82,000 people.

Every 2025 FIFA Club World Cup Match at MetLife Stadium

Amanda Langell
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Priority Duke Basketball Target Nate Ament Slates Visit for UNC Game

Matt Giles
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Indiana forward Bryson Tucker (8) reacts after scoring during the first half against Minnesota.

Bryson Tucker Scores 16, Leads Indiana Past Minnesota in Big Ten Opener

Tom Brew
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Livvy Dunne shows epic LSU gymnastics fail freshman year vs. fifth year

Matt Ryan
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Texas Tech's offensive coordinator Zach Kittley walks on the field before the game against Oregon, Saturday, Sept. 9, 2023, at Jones AT&T Stadium.

Red Raiders Have Major Missing Piece Ahead of Liberty Bowl

Jacob Davis
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Dec 9, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA;  Cincinnati Bengals running back Chase Brown (30) runs with the ball as Dallas Cowboys linebacker DeMarvion Overshown (13) defends during the first half at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images

Watch: Chase Brown Takes Screen to The House Against Cowboys

Russell Heltman
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Kate Martin and college teammate Caitlin Clark share a laugh before a game between the Fever and Aces.

Caitlin Clark, A'ja Wilson React to Valkyries Taking Kate Martin in WNBA Expansion Draft

Tom Dierberger
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Michelle Wie West was among the Bay Area natives to announce the Valkyries' selections in the expansion draft.

WNBA Fans Had Jokes About Valkyries Not Selecting Storm Player in Expansion Draft

Tom Dierberger
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The Valkyries selected their inaugural roster on Friday night.

Projected Golden State Valkyries Starting Lineup, Depth Chart After WNBA Expansion Draft

Mike Kadlick
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Martin averaged 2.6 points and 1.6 rebounds in 11.5 minutes per game as a rookie.

Kate Martin Among 11 Players Golden State Valkyries Select in WNBA Expansion Draft

Tom Dierberger
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