Week 12 Care/Don't Care: The Saquon Barkley-MVP debate is not productive

Madison Keys is on the brink of her first grand slam title after embracing change and learning from past experiences, including a painful loss to opponent Aryna Sabalenka. Keys credits Sabalenka's fearless mentality for inspiring her to improve her own game, leading to a successful partnership with husband and coach Bjorn Fratangelo. Sabalenka, who has impressed with her aggressive play, is aiming to secure her third Australian Open title, while Keys seeks to overcome doubts...

Los Angeles Lakers star Anthony Davis believes the team is a couple of players away from contending for a title and hopes to add a center before the trade deadline. Davis and LeBron James are pushing for roster moves to improve their chances, with James emphasizing the need for "perfect basketball" due to the current roster construction. The Lakers won the 2020 championship with a team that Davis described as having the ideal balance of...

Yahoo Sports Fantasy Baseball 2025 Third Base Rankings highlight José Ramírez as a top pick due to his consistent power-speed production, culminating in a near 40-40 season in 2024 at 32 years old. Ramírez leads a position lacking multi-category fantasy baseball options, making him a valuable asset for the upcoming 2025 season. The rankings provide insight into other top third base options for fantasy baseball draft consideration. Full Article

Novak Djokovic retired from the Australian Open semi-final due to a torn muscle, ending his bid to become the oldest grand slam champion. Opponent Alexander Zverev called for respect from the crowd towards Djokovic, praising the Serbian's dedication to the sport. Djokovic confirmed the injury hindered his performance, stating he had not been able to train before the match, leading to his early exit from the tournament. Full Article

Utah Hockey Club's plans to announce a permanent name and identity before the 2025-26 NHL season were delayed after the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office rejected their application for "Utah Yetis" due to potential confusion with existing trademarks. The USPTO cited the generic nature of "Utah" and similarities with other registered marks as reasons for the refusal, giving the team three months to respond. Despite the setback, the club remains committed to involving the community...

Saquon Barkley's addition to the Philadelphia Eagles in 2024 proved to be a game-changer, as he led the team to the NFC championship game with his explosive running skills, contributing over 2,000 rushing yards and making crucial plays in the second halves of games. Barkley's ability to wear down defenses and break long runs late in contests has solidified his status as a key player in the Eagles' success, showcasing an average of 6.64 yards...