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‘I’m Not Sure How Many People Were Watching’ — ESPN’s Paul Finebaum Identifies Broadcasters Targeted by SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey in Officiating Rant

Paul Finebaum identified Aaron Murray as the primary target of SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey’s criticism of college football announcers. Sankey had taken issue with broadcasters publicly second-guessing officiating decisions without naming anyone, and Finebaum later said Murray was the commentator he had in mind.

Injury-ravaged former Dodgers pitcher eyes shocking MLB comeback

Michael Kopech last pitched in Major League Baseball as a Dodgers reliever in 2025. Kopech only pitched 11 innings, posting a 2.45 ERA as he dealt with numerous injuries that kept him sidelined for a majority of the season. The 30-year-old was a free agent last offseason, but remained unsigned through the 2026 season…

Evan Phillips signs with Braves for 3 years, $35 million

The first Dodgers free agent is off the board, as reliever Evan Phillips signed a new contract with the Atlanta Braves for three years and $35 million. Phillips, per the Braves, will make $11 million in each of 2027 and 2028, and $13 million in 2029. The 32-year-old right-hander had a 3.46 ERA and 4.37

49ers ignore age critics with ironic new slogan as injuries pile up

The 49ers are embracing their mature wide receiver room. After trading for Keenan Allen, San Francisco’s top three receivers are all 30 years or older. General manager John Lynch unknowingly created a new slogan for aging players in the NFL — 35 is the new 30. Dallas Cowboys defensive back Caleb Downs (13) intercepts…