Per Elliotte Friedman on 32 Thoughts, Rangers forward Artemi Panarin wants the biggest deal he can get, and won't be taking any discounts. Seeing a new Panarin rumor isn't overly surprising, as the Rangers have been awfully quiet on this front and usually when that happens, they are "quietly shopping." Panarin has been the best Rangers UFA signing in organizational history, and it's not even close, but off-ice allegations and sexual assault settlements have plagued him the last year.
Jayden Daniels became the No. 2 overall selection in the 2024 NFL Draft after a sensational campaign at LSU, during which his stock soared en route to winning the Heisman Trophy. The Washington Commanders recognized his special gifts, and he completely shifted the franchise's direction during a rookie campaign for the ages. Daniels also made strong connections with his former Tigers teammates. Malik Nabers developed a close friendship with the signal-caller, although they are now friendly rivals after he was drafted by the New York Giants. Another was Brian Thomas Jr., who is finding life difficult with the Jacksonville Jaguars this time around despite going over 1,200 receiving yards in Year 1 of his professional career.
Since the Islanders can't give up on their franchise goalie, something had to give. That something was Greco. Sports clubs are run just like corporations. Typically, high-level executives fire mid-level managers to light a fire under teams. The rationale lies in the following: It's easier to replace one person than the entire team. In some instances, highly talented, productive employees stagnate when their managers just don't jive with them anymore. That situation often necessitates a switch that could push the reset button for employees.
New Orleans Saints wide receiver Chris Olave doesn't look at social media too often, but it doesn't mean he doesn't see things. Trade rumors about him and running back Alvin Kamara were "all over the internet," he acknowledged last week. Olave said he understands his name will be floated out there as the trade deadline approaches on Nov. 4 due to the Saints' struggles and 1-6 record.
A promising forward and added depth to a team going through a rebuild and looking to eventually rely on their young group they have been developing for a few seasons now. Reichel has now played 172 games as a Blackhawk and has put up a total of 57 points in his career thus far, but has showed a lot of good developments in his own game and has proven a lot of skill within it.
The stud right guard has been sorely missed since tearing his ACL. Cosmi has some additional markers to hit, but all signs point to his return to the starting lineup sooner rather than later. That's going to shift the offensive line's dynamic entirely, and one player could suffer more than most. Nick Allegretti initially got the nod to replace Cosmi this season. It did not go well, and the coaching staff sent him to the bench in favor of Andrew Wylie after just two games. When the former Texas star gets the all-clear to participate on game days, he'll be pushed even further down the pecking order.
Nolan Arenado is back in the Cardinals' lineup after a six-week shoulder injury. He has started at third base each of the past two nights. He'll probably be in the lineup for most or all of the final 10 games of the season, but the real source of intrigue will turn up again in the offseason. Arenado is under contract for two more seasons. He's slated for a $27MM salary next year.
We all know about the Leafs and Nick Robertson's position on this team. Especially with the changeover this summer with Mitch Marner's departure and bringing in some more forward talent, there doesn't really seem to be a place for Toronto to use Robertson's talents as a shoot-first, diminutive winger. There have been recent reports that the Leafs are open to the idea of trading the 24-year-old before the season kicks off next month.
"Just because we go through these tough roads ... it is what it is. We'll be better once we get on the other end of it and figure things out a little bit more. End of the season, we'll talk a little bit more, but I ain't going nowhere."
Jarren Duran's future with the Red Sox remains uncertain despite his likely retention through the 2025 season, amid trade rumors and prospect considerations.
Jonathan Kuminga is arguably the best player available on the free agency market. Over the last month, the Washington Wizards were one team mentioned as a potential suitor for the former lottery pick, but that was prior to the team's decision to pull the trigger on a high-upside swing landing Cam Whitmore from the Houston Rockets.