LeBron James saw the writing on the wall, and it sounds like he tried his best to salvage the situation in Cleveland. James played the final season of his second Cavaliers stint without Kyrie Irving, who was dealt to the Boston Celtics prior to the 2017-18 campaign. And once James realized Irving’s tenure with the Cavs was all but over, the star forward reportedly advised the franchise to aim high in filling the void at point guard. “League sources say that when James became convinced Irving couldn’t be persuaded to stay in Cleveland, he suggested to the Cavs front office that it deal Irving to the Blazers for All-Star point guard Damian Lillard,... NESN.com
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MLB Rumors: Yankees, Marlins Have Discussed J.T. Realmuto, Gary Sanchez Swap
Could the New York Yankees and Miami Marlins be sporting new backstops next season? Marlins catcher J.T. Realmuto is regarded as the top catcher available for trade or in free agency this offseason as Miami continues its full-fledged rebuild. He’s under contract for two more seasons, is strong defensively and has a capable at-bat as well. The Yankees reportedly have expressed some interest, according to FanCred Sports’ John Heyman, and in making the deal happen they would part ways with Gary Sanchez. However, that’s where the trouble in negotiations start. “The issue with the Yankees’ talks,” Heyman wrote, “apparently is that ... NESN.com
MLB Rumors: Teams Looking To Sign Nathan Eovaldi As Closer, Not Starter
Nathan Eovaldi’s 2018 postseason performance likely earned him a big payday this Major League Baseball offseason. But could it be to close out games rather than start? Eovaldi, who was traded to the Boston Red Sox in July from the Tampa Bay Rays, made his mark quickly tossing 15 scoreless innings in his first two starts. The right-handed pitcher dominated in the postseason, including a Game 5 outing against the Los Angeles Dodgers that left his teammates in literal tears. There are no shortage of suitors for the pitcher, and while starting has been the 28-year-old’s role, WEEI.com’s Rob Bradford said, citing an MLB source, multiple teams have “e... NESN.com
NFL Rumors: Josh McDaniels On Packers’ Radar If They Fire Mike McCarthy?
Josh McDaniels has spent most of his career with one an all-time great quarterback (no, not Tim Tebow). Is he about to spend the next chapter of his career with another? The New England Patriots offensive coordinator, despite his shocking decision to back out of a deal that would make him the Indianapolis Colts head coach last offseason, still figures to be a hot commodity when the NFL coaching carousel starts up again. One team that might be riding that ride this offseason is the Green Bay Packers. After yet another game in which Green Bay played well enough to win but couldn’t finish the job, the Packers are now 4-5-1 and very
MLB Rumors: Bryce Harper Turned Down This Offer From Nationals
Bryce Harper is among the hottest free agents on the market this offseason, and we now have a starting point as to what he thinks he’ll command. The star outfielder reportedly turned down a 10-year, $ 300 million offer to remain with the Washington Nationals, according to The Washington Post’s Chelsea Janes. Upon hearing the news, MLB insider for The Athletic Ken Rosenthal posited a theory behind the deal. If we speculate, it’s easy to see why Harper turned the deal down. The offer would put him in a share with Miguel Cabrera for Major League Baseball’s seventh-highest salary in 2019, according to Sportrac. And when you consider he... NESN.com
NFL Rumors: Patriots’ Josh McDaniels ‘Candidate’ For Browns’ Coaching Job
Perhaps Josh McDaniels isn’t the heir apparent to Bill Belichick, after all. Despite spurning the Indianapolis Colts during the offseason, the New England Patriots offensive coordinator still is “open” to potential head coaching opportunities,” NFL Media’s Ian Rapoport reported Sunday. Furthermore, McDaniels is expected to be a candidate for the head coaching gig with the Cleveland Browns, who recently fired Hue Jackson. “I know that sounds crazy, considering he pulled out of the Colts job last year, but I’m told he is open to potential head coaching opportunities,” Rapoport said. McDaniels has been one of the hottest names on th... NESN.com
NFL Rumors: Here’s High Price Raiders Would Want In Khalil Mack Trade
The Oakland Raiders have been unable to come to an agreement on a contract extension for their franchise defensive player Khalil Mack, leading to plenty of speculation and rumors that the 2014 first-round pick could be traded at some point. So, how high of a price are the Raiders seeking if they ever decide to trade Mack? Here’s what NFL Media’s Tom Pelissero reported Thursday on NFL Network. “Reggie McKenzie has had multiple offers to him — a first-round pick and another high pick,” Pelissero said, per Chris Wesseling of NFL.com. “I’ve been told he’s been offered a player for Khalil Mack. To this point, none of that has gotten a... NESN.com