Shohei Ohtani’s former translator sentenced to five years for stealing $17m from LA Dodgers star

The NFL concluded its annual league meeting with the tush push ban being tabled, but owners approving an expansion of the replay assist program and a change to the kickoff rule. The league also announced a switch to camera-based technology for first-down measurements. The funding rule date was extended to April 8, impacting how teams do business. The New York Jets are all-in on quarterback Justin Fields, believing in his untapped potential. The New England...

Rafael Devers, a star player for the Boston Red Sox, is struggling immensely at the start of the 2025 season, setting records for strikeouts and hitless games. Speculation surrounds his performance, with possible factors including a recent shoulder injury, defensive position changes, and adjustments to his swing. Devers' poor start has also impacted the team's overall performance, leading to questions about his future performance and potential adjustments needed to improve his game. Full Article

Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones believes a long-term deal with Micah Parsons is close, as they recently discussed contract details for several hours. Parsons is seeking a record-setting $200 million extension, but Jones is negotiating directly with him, excluding his agent. Despite ongoing negotiations, Parsons is expected to participate in the team's offseason workouts and take on a leadership role following the departure of DeMarcus Lawrence. Full Article

Liverpool head coach Arne Slot remains unfazed by speculation surrounding Trent Alexander-Arnold's potential move to Real Madrid, as the defender, along with Mohamed Salah and Virgil van Dijk, is nearing the end of his contract at Anfield. Despite reports suggesting Madrid's interest, Slot emphasized Alexander-Arnold's focus on recovering from injury and the team's commitment to supporting him through the process, stating that the ongoing situation has not impacted the players' performances or his coaching approach....

The Premier League will introduce semi-automated offside technology for the first time on April 12, after successful testing in the FA Cup. The technology helps officials place the virtual offside line using player tracking, improving decision-making speed and accuracy. Developed in collaboration with PGMOL and Genius Sports, the system aims to enhance the fan experience and maintain the integrity of the process. Cameras in every stadium will track player movements to assist in making faster...

Marc Raimondi, a sports reporter who covered the Falcons in 2024, has a background in combat sports and professional wrestling. Atlanta Falcons coach Raheem Morris stated that quarterback Kirk Cousins is unlikely to participate in the team's voluntary offseason program due to contract negotiations, with Michael Penix Jr. set as the starting quarterback. Despite the team's comfort with Cousins as a backup, they are open to trading him if the right deal arises, as Cousins...