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sports1 year ago

"2024 NFL Free Agency: Impactful Moves and Team Fits for Unsigned Players"

The 2024 NFL Free Agency period has seen all 32 NFL teams make positive moves, such as the Atlanta Falcons signing Kirk Cousins to improve their passing game, the Washington Football Team bolstering their defense, and the Cincinnati Bengals significantly improving at safety. Other teams have addressed weaknesses, retained key players, and added depth to various positions, setting the stage for an exciting upcoming season.

via Pro Football Focus|
#draft#free-agency#nfl
sports1 year ago

"Assessing the Hits and Misses of 2024 NFL Free Agency Deals"

The 2024 NFL free agency has seen a flurry of player acquisitions and contract signings, with teams making bold moves to bolster their rosters. Notable deals include the Atlanta Falcons luring Kirk Cousins with a $180 million contract, the Philadelphia Eagles securing Saquon Barkley for $46.75 million, and the Houston Texans landing Danielle Hunter on a $49 million deal. Other significant moves include the Tennessee Titans letting Derrick Henry go to Baltimore, while acquiring Calvin Ridley, and the New England Patriots signing Jacoby Brissett as their bridge quarterback. Teams are making strategic moves to strengthen their lineups as the new NFL season approaches.

via The Athletic|
#contracts#free-agency#nfl
sports1 year ago

"Assessing Winners and Losers: NFL Free Agency 2024 Recap"

The 2024 NFL free agency has seen a flurry of player acquisitions and contract signings, with teams making bold moves to bolster their rosters. Notable deals include the Atlanta Falcons luring Kirk Cousins with a $180 million contract, the Philadelphia Eagles securing Saquon Barkley for $46.75 million, and the Houston Texans landing Danielle Hunter on a $49 million deal. Other significant signings include the Browns retaining Za'Darius Smith, the Raiders adding Christian Wilkins, and the Vikings acquiring Jonathan Greenard. The article provides a comprehensive breakdown of the good, bad, and ugly of the major free agency deals, evaluating each move's impact on the respective teams.

via The Athletic|
#contracts#free-agency#nfl
sports1 year ago

"NFL Free Agency 2024: Grading Deals, Trades, and Top Players"

The 2024 NFL free agency has seen major player acquisitions and lucrative contracts, with the Atlanta Falcons signing Kirk Cousins, the Philadelphia Eagles adding Saquon Barkley, and the Houston Texans landing Danielle Hunter. Other notable moves include the Tennessee Titans luring Calvin Ridley away from Jacksonville, the Pittsburgh Steelers turning to Russell Wilson, and the Baltimore Ravens securing Derrick Henry. Teams have made bold, smart, headscratching, and risky moves, shaping the landscape for the upcoming season.

via The Athletic|
#contracts#free-agency#nfl
sports1 year ago

"NHL Trade Deadline 2024: Winners, Losers, and Wild Western Playoffs"

The NHL's 2024 trade deadline saw a mix of impactful moves and underwhelming results, with teams like the Anaheim Ducks and Dallas Stars making strategic acquisitions, while others like the Arizona Coyotes and Boston Bruins faced limitations. General managers navigated challenges to bolster their rosters, with some teams making significant upgrades while others faced constraints due to salary cap issues and lack of assets. Overall, the trade deadline reshaped the landscape for the playoff race and set the stage for an exciting conclusion to the season.

via The Athletic|
#nhl#player-acquisitions#playoff-race
sports1 year ago

"Commanders' 2024 Free Agency Strategy and Potential Salary-Cap Cuts"

The Washington Commanders are looking to improve their roster through early salary-cap cuts and free agency acquisitions in 2024, aiming to avoid underwhelming results from previous years. The team has historically found more success with throw-away signings and cast-offs than with big-ticket deals, and hopes that the current scouting and strategizing efforts will yield better results. As teams prepare for free agency by cutting veterans, the Commanders are eyeing potential additions from the pool of recent cuts to bolster their roster.

via Riggo's Rag|
#free-agency#nfl#player-acquisitions
sports1 year ago

"NHL Trade Deadline: Expert Analysis, Live Updates, and Team Previews"

The Athletic's experts provide instant analysis on major NHL trade deadline deals, including the Hurricanes acquiring Jake Guentzel, the Lightning getting Anthony Duclair, the Avalanche adding Yakov Trenin and Brandon Duhaime, the Oilers acquiring Troy Stecher, and the Golden Knights trading for Noah Hanifin and Anthony Mantha. Other notable moves include the Panthers picking up Vladimir Tarasenko, the Devils acquiring Kurtis MacDermid, and the Maple Leafs adding Ilya Lyubushkin and Joel Edmundson.

via The Athletic|
#draft-picks#nhl#player-acquisitions
sports1 year ago

"Nick Foles Makes List Twice: Best and Worst NFL Free-Agent Signings for Every Team"

As the 2024 NFL free agency season winds down, a look at the best and worst free-agent signings for all 32 teams reveals notable acquisitions such as Kurt Warner's impact with the Arizona Cardinals and Tony Romo's success with the Dallas Cowboys, as well as disappointing signings like Sam Bradford's stint with the Cardinals and Nick Foles' underwhelming performance with the Jacksonville Jaguars. These signings have had a significant impact on the fortunes of their respective teams, shaping the course of NFL history.

via CBS Sports|
#best-signings#free-agency#nfl
sports-hockey1 year ago

"NHL Trade Deadline: Top Player Targets for All 32 Teams"

The NHL trade deadline is approaching, and every team in the Super 16 power rankings is looking to bolster their rosters for a playoff run. Writers and editors have recommended potential player acquisitions for each team, with a focus on addressing specific needs such as scoring depth, defensive help, and goaltending. Some suggested targets include Anthony Duclair for the Florida Panthers, Frank Vatrano for the New York Rangers, and Noah Hanifin for the Winnipeg Jets and Boston Bruins. The trade market is heating up as teams vie for the players they believe will make a difference in their postseason aspirations.

via NHL.com|
#nhl#player-acquisitions#playoff-run
sports1 year ago

"MLS Embraces Messi Mania: Impact of Inter Miami Contract and Future Investment Plans"

MLS commissioner Don Garber discusses the league's growth, leveraging Lionel Messi's presence, and the challenges ahead, including labor issues with referees and a dispute with the U.S. Soccer Federation over the league's participation in the U.S. Open Cup. Garber emphasizes the importance of signing both big-name international players and young talents, while also addressing the impact of emerging leagues like the Saudi Pro League and the ongoing discussions with U.S. Soccer regarding MLS's participation in the U.S. Open Cup.

via ESPN|
#don-garber#lionel-messi#mls
sports1 year ago

"2024 NBA Buyout Market: Celtics' Defensive Depth Bolstered with Tillman and Springer"

The Boston Celtics have made some moves ahead of the NBA trade deadline, acquiring Xavier Tillman and Jaden Springer, but still have an open roster spot to fill through the buyout market. However, due to salary restrictions, they are limited in their options and cannot sign players who were making over $12.4 million before being bought out. Some potential buyout candidates for the Celtics include Danilo Gallinari, Delon Wright, Thaddeus Young, Otto Porter Jr., Danuel House Jr., and Andre Drummond, among others.

via NBC Sports Boston|
#boston-celtics#brad-stevens#buyout-market
sports1 year ago

"NBA Trade Deadline 2024: Lakers' D- and Knicks' A; Sixers' Buddy Hield Contract and More"

The NBA trade deadline saw the Los Angeles Lakers receive a D- grade for failing to make any moves, while the New York Knicks surprised with an A grade after acquiring players like Bojan Bogdanovic and Alec Burks. Other notable moves included the Boston Celtics adding Xavier Tillman, the Oklahoma City Thunder acquiring Gordon Hayward, and the Toronto Raptors reshaping their roster. Overall, the trade deadline saw various teams making moves to improve their rosters for the remainder of the season.

via USA TODAY|
#los-angeles-lakers#nba#new-york-knicks
sports1 year ago

"Pistons' Trade Deadline Moves Rectify Offseason Missteps"

The Detroit Pistons had a busy trade deadline, making multiple moves to rectify their roster shortcomings from the summer. They acquired and maintained several new players while parting ways with others, ultimately aiming to build a more balanced and competent NBA-level rotation around their young core. The team's recent additions have provided improved depth and better positioning for their young prospects to succeed, addressing previous roster deficiencies. While the trade deadline wasn't perfect and questions remain about asset management, the Pistons have set themselves up for a crucial offseason as they aim to maximize their cap space and continue developing their core players.

via The Athletic|
#detroit-pistons#nba#player-acquisitions
sports2 years ago

"MLS Offseason: Assessing Every Team's Transfer Needs and Latest Updates"

As the MLS preseason begins, all 29 teams are looking to address their needs before the window closes. From Atlanta United securing a No. 6 to Austin FC seeking high-level attackers and a center back, each team has specific requirements to bolster their squads. Inter Miami aims to keep their star-studded lineup injury-free, while Toronto FC focuses on rebuilding under new head coach John Herdman.

via The Athletic|
#mls#offseason#player-acquisitions