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Hockey

Hockey
Interview
“It Was Tough”: Orlov Says Limited Role With Canes Took Mental Toll

Dmitry Orlov reveals the mental toll of his reduced role in Carolina, saying he felt overlooked and spent long stretches away from his family.

1
07/18/2025
Daria Tuboltseva
Daria Tuboltseva
“It Was Tough”: Orlov Says Limited Role With Canes Took Mental Toll
Hockey
Interview
NHLPA Executive Marty Walsh Talks in-Depth About New CBA

NHLPA Executive Marty Walsh recently went one-on-one with RG and broke down the new Collective Bargaining Agreement, which takes effect in September 2026.

4
07/18/2025
James Murphy
James Murphy
NHLPA Executive Marty Walsh Talks in-Depth About New CBA
Hockey
Interview
Logan Mailloux on Trade to St-Louis, Praise For Canadiens, Embracing Local Culture

Logan Mailloux opens up about his rise in pro hockey, NHL readiness, and new chapter with the Blues in this exclusive interview.

6
07/16/2025
Marco D'Amico
Marco D'Amico
Logan Mailloux on Trade to St-Louis, Praise For Canadiens, Embracing Local Culture
Hockey
Analysis
“It’s Going to Make Things Complicated” — NHL CBA Hits Canadian Clubs

New CBA changes to retention, bonuses, and front-loading could limit trades, hurt Canadian teams, and chill creativity across the NHL.

6
07/16/2025
Marco D'Amico
Marco D'Amico
“It’s Going to Make Things Complicated” — NHL CBA Hits Canadian Clubs

Soccer

Soccer
News Report
FC Dundee in Talks to Sign Brera Strumica Star Martin Gjorgievski

FC Dundee is progressing in talks with AP Brera Strumica to sign Macedonian prodigy Martin Gjorgievski this summer.

1
07/18/2025
Filip Mishov
Filip Mishov
FC Dundee in Talks to Sign Brera Strumica Star Martin Gjorgievski
Soccer
Analysis
Chelsea Have Arrived as Serious Premier League Title Contenders

Chelsea ran through PSG in the Club World Cup final and proved they're ready to announce themselves as Premier League contenders again.

5
07/15/2025
Quinn Allen
Quinn Allen
Chelsea Have Arrived as Serious Premier League Title Contenders
Soccer
Analysis
Chelsea Embracing Underdog Mentality For Club World Cup Final vs PSG

RG spoke to Luis Enrique, Levi Colwill, and Malo Gusto about the upcoming FIFA Club World Cup Final between PSG and Chelsea.

6
07/13/2025
Zach Lowy
Zach Lowy
 Chelsea Embracing Underdog Mentality For Club World Cup Final vs PSG
Soccer
Analysis
Inside The Tactics: Key Findings From The FIFA Club World Cup

Get the inside scoop on the tactics that have defined the FIFA Club World Cup from a technical study discussed by the likes of Arsene Wenger, Roberto Martinez, and Jurgen Klinsmann.

6
07/11/2025
Zach Lowy
Zach Lowy
Inside The Tactics: Key Findings From The FIFA Club World Cup

Basketball

Basketball
Interview
Shaq Praises Cooper Flagg, Gives Opinion on Rockets Trading For Durant

Shaquille O’Neal spoke to RG about Cooper Flagg’s development with the Dallas Mavericks and the Houston Rockets pulling off a blockbuster trade for Kevin Durant.

5
07/18/2025
DJ Siddiqi
DJ Siddiqi
Shaq Praises Cooper Flagg, Gives Opinion on Rockets Trading For Durant
Basketball
Analysis
CSE Holds Vegas Pro Day as Multiple Players Draw Interest From Teams

On Tuesday morning, basketball personnel came together to watch and observe free agents represented by CSE who are looking for their next stop.

4
07/17/2025
Spencer Davies
Spencer Davies
CSE Holds Vegas Pro Day as Multiple Players Draw Interest From Teams
Basketball
News Report
Victor Oladipo Makes NBA Comeback Push With Impressive Vegas Workouts

Victor Oladipo impressed teams in Las Vegas with explosive 5-on-5 play as he eyes an NBA return during Summer League.

4
07/15/2025
Grant Afseth
Grant Afseth
Victor Oladipo Makes NBA Comeback Push With Impressive Vegas Workouts
Basketball
Opinion
Celtics Must Pursue Damian Lillard to Pair With Jayson Tatum

Jayson Tatum is reportedly recruiting Damian Lillard to the Boston Celtics, and the organization should follow his lead and pursue the nine-time All-Star.

5
07/14/2025
Quinn Allen
Quinn Allen
Celtics Must Pursue Damian Lillard to Pair With Jayson Tatum

MMA

Mixed Martial Arts
Interview
Mick Foley Reflects On Legacy, Hardcore Roots, And Wrestling Wisdom

Mick Foley opens up on his WWE legacy, hardcore milestones, and the moments that defined his journey beyond the ring.

15
07/16/2025
Trevor M. Ritchie
Trevor M. Ritchie
 Mick Foley Reflects On Legacy, Hardcore Roots, And Wrestling Wisdom
Mixed Martial Arts
Interview
UFC Veteran Sam Alvey Makes History in Karate Combat

UFC veteran Sam Alvey is carving out a new career in Karate Combat, making history through just five fights with the company.

15
07/10/2025
Trevor M. Ritchie
Trevor M. Ritchie
UFC Veteran Sam Alvey Makes History in Karate Combat
Mixed Martial Arts
Raphael Esparza’s Expert Guide To Smarter Combat Sports Betting

Veteran oddsmaker Raphael Esparza breaks down smart betting strategies, emotional pitfalls, and how to treat combat sports wagers like a pro.

15
07/03/2025
Trevor M. Ritchie
Trevor M. Ritchie
Raphael Esparza’s Expert Guide To Smarter Combat Sports Betting
Mixed Martial Arts
Hemphill Aims to Put New Orleans Boxing Back on the Map

Sean “Silky” Hemphill stuns Mark Jeffers in England, captures WBA Continental Gold title, and rises into super middleweight contention

8
06/17/2025
Trevor M. Ritchie
Trevor M. Ritchie
Hemphill Aims to Put New Orleans Boxing Back on the Map

Golf

Golf
News Report
Grace Kim's Eagle Magic Headlines Wild Week of Golf

Grace Kim's dramatic playoff eagle wins major at Evian, Chris Gotterup stuns Rory McIlroy in Scotland, and William Mouw fires 61 for breakthrough victory in wild weekend of golf.

8
07/14/2025
Brendon R. Elliott
Brendon R. Elliott
Grace Kim's Eagle Magic Headlines Wild Week of Golf
Golf
Campbell Claims Second Playoff Victory of Season at John Deere Classic

Brian Campbell wins his second playoff victory of 2024 at the John Deere Classic, while Max Homa breaks a 15-month top-10 drought.

8
07/07/2025
Brendon R. Elliott
Brendon R. Elliott
Campbell Claims Second Playoff Victory of Season at John Deere Classic
Golf
Justin Thomas Building a Lasting Golf Legacy Beyond The Scorecard

Justin Thomas discusses his partnership with Jack Nicklaus on Panther National, his 2025 RBC Heritage victory, fatherhood, and building a legacy beyond tournament wins at age 32.

8
07/06/2025
Brendon R. Elliott
Brendon R. Elliott
Justin Thomas Building a Lasting Golf Legacy Beyond The Scorecard
Golf
Potgieter, Harrington, Lee, Im Shine in Week of PGA Drama

Aldrich Potgieter wins in a five-hole playoff, Padraig Harrington grinds to a U.S. Senior Open title, and Lee/Im stun in LPGA team event

8
06/30/2025
Brendon R. Elliott
Brendon R. Elliott
Potgieter, Harrington, Lee, Im Shine in Week of PGA Drama

Tennis

Tennis
Interview
Ex-Wimbledon Champ Explains Why Women Are Ready to Play Five Sets

Former Wimbledon champion Marion Bartoli spoke to RG and explained why women are more than ready to play five set matches.

1
07/15/2025
Sebastián Varela
Sebastián Varela
Ex-Wimbledon Champ Explains Why Women Are Ready to Play Five Sets
Tennis
Interview
Novak Djokovic Says He’ll Be At “Optimal Level” For US Open

After a three-set loss to Jannik Sinner in the Wimbledon semifinals where he was clearly playing through an injury, Novak Djokovic gave a promising health update for the US Open.

5
07/11/2025
Sasa Ozmo
Sasa Ozmo
Novak Djokovic Says He’ll Be At “Optimal Level” For US Open
Tennis
Interview
Garín On Junior Success: “It Was Too Much To Handle”

Cristian Garín reflects on the overwhelming pressure after his Roland Garros junior win and how he’s rebuilding his career step by step.

4
07/10/2025
Sebastián Varela
Sebastián Varela
Garín On Junior Success: “It Was Too Much To Handle”
Tennis
Interview
Djokovic’s Kids Steal Spotlight at Wimbledon 2025

Stefan Djokovic hunts for autographs, while Tara dreams of Sabalenka’s açaí fridge—Novak’s kids charm Wimbledon 2025 in their own way.

5
07/08/2025
Sasa Ozmo
Sasa Ozmo
Djokovic’s Kids Steal Spotlight at Wimbledon 2025

Gambling Industry

Gambling Industry News
Maine Grows 21% Year Over Year in April Sports Betting Revenue

Maine’s sports betting market posted a 21% year-over-year increase in April 2025, generating $5.6 million in gross gaming revenue (GGR) on a handle of $46.4 million.

3
07/18/2025
Sol Fayerman-Hansen
Sol Fayerman-Hansen
Maine Grows 21% Year Over Year in April Sports Betting Revenue
Gambling Industry News
News Report
Vermont Handle Falls 29% in April, But 2025 Still On Pace for $66M GGR

Vermont’s online sports betting market saw a notable dip in April, with total handle dropping to $16.2 million, down 29% from January’s $23.9 million opening.

3
07/17/2025
Sol Fayerman-Hansen
Sol Fayerman-Hansen
Vermont Handle Falls 29% in April, But 2025 Still On Pace for $66M GGR
Gambling Industry News
News Report
Massachusetts Sportsbooks Generate $13.16M in Taxes in April 2025

Massachusetts sportsbooks recorded $690.3 million in handle and $65.94 million in gross gaming revenue (GGR) in April 2025

3
07/15/2025
Sol Fayerman-Hansen
Sol Fayerman-Hansen
Massachusetts Sportsbooks Generate $13.16M in Taxes in April 2025
Gambling Industry News
News Report
Tennessee Sports Bettors Wager $1.97 Billion in First Four Months of 2025

From January through April 2025, bettors in the Volunteer State placed a total of $1.97 billion in sports wagers.

3
07/14/2025
Sol Fayerman-Hansen
Sol Fayerman-Hansen
Tennessee Sports Bettors Wager $1.97 Billion in First Four Months of 2025

Baseball

Baseball
News Report
MLB Gives Jacob Misiorowski All-Star Nod Despite 5 Career Appearances

Major League Baseball has named Brewers rookie Jacob Misiorowski an All-Star, causing controversy due to just five career appearances in the show.

6
07/12/2025
Quinn Allen
Quinn Allen
MLB Gives Jacob Misiorowski All-Star Nod Despite 5 Career Appearances
Baseball
Opinion
Blue Jays Must Swing For The Fences at Trade Deadline Amid Hot Streak

The Toronto Blue Jays are looking like a real contender, and they must use the trade deadline to further their case for playoff baseball.

6
07/07/2025
Quinn Allen
Quinn Allen
Blue Jays Must Swing For The Fences at Trade Deadline Amid Hot Streak
Baseball
5 Best Players Who Could be Moved at MLB Trade Deadline

Taking an in-depth look at the top five players who could be on the move at the 2025 MLB trade deadline later this month.

6
07/05/2025
Quinn Allen
Quinn Allen
5 Best Players Who Could be Moved at MLB Trade Deadline
Baseball
David Ortiz Urges Red Sox to be Aggressive at Trade Deadline

Red Sox legend David Ortiz urges Boston to spend smart and stay aggressive ahead of the trade deadline to fuel a playoff push.

6
07/03/2025
DJ Siddiqi
DJ Siddiqi
David Ortiz Urges Red Sox to be Aggressive at Trade Deadline

Cricket Updates

Cricket
Major League Cricket 2025 – Midseason Review

The San Francisco Unicorns are unbeaten in MLC 2025, breaking records and leading the league in nearly every statistical category

5
06/28/2025
Nikhil Narain
Nikhil Narain
Major League Cricket 2025 – Midseason Review
Cricket
Numbers That Stand Out from England’s Historic Leeds Test Win

From a 371-run chase to 10 dropped catches, these are the key numbers that shaped England’s stunning Test win over India at Leeds

6
06/26/2025
Nikhil Narain
Nikhil Narain
Numbers That Stand Out from England’s Historic Leeds Test Win
Cricket
India’s New Era Begins as Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy Returns

Shubman Gill leads a fresh Indian side into the Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy as England eyes Bazball revenge in the 2025–27 WTC cycle opener

6
06/16/2025
Nikhil Narain
Nikhil Narain
India’s New Era Begins as Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy Returns
Cricket
South Africa Aim to Stun Australia in WTC Final at Lord’s

Can South Africa upset top-ranked Australia in the WTC 2025 Final at Lord’s? Preview, key players, and matchups in the battle for Test glory

4
06/09/2025
Nikhil Narain
Nikhil Narain
South Africa Aim to Stun Australia in WTC Final at Lord’s

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