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• Eagles Deadzone Debate: Will the team be better off without A.J. Brown?

OK, we’re getting close now. After months of speculation and endless rumors in the football media world, an expected trade of A.J. Brown by the Eagles will likely come to fruition sometime after Monday. That’s because, after June 1, the Eagles can trade away their star receiver without absorbing as dramatic a salary cap hit. […]...2026
• An MLB Salary Cap Can Work—With One Major Catch

Will there be an MLB salary cap? We make the case for Major League Baseball to have a salary cap and floor moving forward....2026
• How the looming MLB labor dispute could effect the Washington Nationals

As most baseball fans know by now, Major League Baseball is staring down the barrel of a work stoppage after this season. We have known that CBA negotiations would be tense for a while. After the success of the big money Dodgers, the idea of a salary cap has come up more than ever. Over […]...2026
• How worried should fans be? Is a salary cap (and f...
Why is the league pushing for a cap -- and why is the MLBPA so opposed? Here's what you need to know as baseball's CBA battle begins....2026
• The Cap Proposal
MLB made a formal proposal for a salary cap and a salary floor to the MLBPA: Under the proposal, presented in a meeting with union officials, each team would need to maintain a payroll of at least $171.2 million without exceeding $245.3 million, starting in 2027. That includes player benefits, just as it does under […]...2026
• MLB’s salary-cap proposal revealed — why Mets, Yankees would have to shed a ton of money

Major League Baseball owners proposed a hard salary cap to the players' union during a Thursday meeting — and New York’s high-priced teams would feel the brunt of it....2026

• Darius Garland, Ty Lue Only Members Of Clippers Certain To Return Next Season

Tyronn Lue and Darius Garland are the only two confirmed pieces of the Los Angeles Clippers' future following their play-in elimination loss to the Golden State Warriors, as the franchise heads into an offseason clouded by roster uncertainty and an ongoing NBA investigation. Lue is under contract as head coach through 2029. Garland, acquired at the February trade deadline from the Cleveland Cavali...2026
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• Where the Colts stand with the salary cap

According to Over the Cap, the Colts currently sit at roughly $26.6 million in available cap space for the 2026 season. That’s the official number, but the real number is lower. Teams typically need to reserve around $3 million for in-season transactions (injuries, practice squad elevations, emergency signings) and another ~$3 million to account for […]...2026
• Warriors Had Framework Of Kawhi Leonard Trade Done Before Clippers Pulled Out

The Golden State Warriors came close to acquiring Kawhi Leonard at the February trade deadline, with much of the deal's framework in place before the Los Angeles Clippers withdrew from negotiations, multiple league sources told The Athletic this week. The Warriors also pursued a trade with the Milwaukee Bucks for Giannis Antetokounmpo at the deadline. The near-miss on Leonard underscores Golden St...2026
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• NY Giants news: PK Graham Gano finally being released, per report

The New York Giants are releasing placekicker Graham Gano, according to a report from SNY. The release of the 38-year-old Gano, who has battled injuries the past three seasons, has been expected throughout the offseason. Waiving Gano will save the Giants $4.5 million against the salary cap. Rookie placekicker Ben Sauls went 8 of 8 […]...2026
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• A Lack Of Heart Next Season

After a busy weekend of sledge hockey, the last thing I thought I'd be writing about today is the suspension of a professional hockey franchise. With all three top North American leagues pushing to get to 32 teams so that each NHL team had its own AHL and ECHL affiliates, one of those pillars crumbled today with the news that the Iowa Heartlanders had informed the ECHL that they were suspending op...2026
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• NHL News: Hagel Fined, 2028-29 Projected Salary Cap, and Injury Notes

Brandon Hagel fined $5,000. The projected 2028-29 salary cap. Brad Marchand may need surgery. Jaden Schwartz is out indefinitely....2026
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• NHL News: Hagel Fined, 2028-29 Projected Salary Cap, and Injury Notes

Brandon Hagel fined $5,000. The projected 2028-29 salary cap. Brad Marchand may need surgery. Jaden Schwartz is out indefinitely....2026
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• Vikings saying goodbye to Aaron Jones?
Set to make $10 million in 2026 The Minnesota Vikings have begun whittling down their salary cap deficit by informing veteran running back Aaron Jones and defensive tackle Javon Hargrave that they will be released later this month barring a trade, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter on Sunday. The moves will save the team $18.65 million in cap space. (ESPN) FF Today's Take: It's diff...2026
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• Dolphins cut star receiver Tyreek Hill to free up $23m in salary cap space

Five-time All-Pro suffered season-ending ACL injuryMiami had signed Hill to $120m extension in 2022Pass rusher Bradley Chubb also cut in flurry of movesThe Miami Dolphins are releasing star wide receiver Tyreek Hill in a cost-cutting move, multiple outlets reported Monday.Releasing Hill, an eight-time Pro Bowl wide receiver who turns 32 on 1 March, will save the Dolphins $22.8m against the 2026 sa...2026
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• Wachtell Lipton Gained Traction In Clippers' Investigation In January

The NBA's outside law firm, Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz, began gaining more traction securing cooperative witnesses in January after early resistance stalled its probe into the Los Angeles Clippers' alleged salary cap circumvention involving star forward Kawhi Leonard, sources familiar with the investigation told The Athletic. The inquiry centers on Leonard's $28 million endorsement agreement w...2026
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• Trade Myles Garrett? What do all the contract numbers say for the Browns?

Photo by Cooper Neill/Getty Images The talented future Hall of Famer has stated he wants out of Cleveland It was quite a shock to everyone who covers the team or cheers for the Cleveland Browns on Monday, February 3 when All-World defensive end and elite pass rusher Myles Garrett announced that he would like to seek a trade out of Cleveland and suit up for a playoff team instead. RELATED:...2025
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• Think You Know What the NBA's Morris Twins Are All About? Think Again
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• Dwyane Wade's New Contract Is Perfect Scenario for Both Star SG and Miami Heat
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• NBA Insider: 3 Years After Linsanity, Jeremy Lin Still in Search of NBA Home
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"WNBA Claims $700M In Projected Losses Under Players Union CBA Proposal"

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"NFL reveals massive projected salary cap increase for 2025 season with new league year kicking off March 12"

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"Vikings, Harrison Smith agree to restructured contract"

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"Adam Thielen says talks ongoing to restructure contract, wants to 'retire a Minnesota Viking'"

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"Agent's Take: 15 NFL players under contract who could be in different uniforms next season"

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"Patriots to release Stephon Gilmore, market expected to be robust for former All-Pro cornerback"

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"Rams release Gurley, Matthews to help with cap"

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"Just how bad are the Detroit Red Wings this season?"

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"Packers prefer to keep Jordy Nelson, Randall Cobb and Clay Matthews"

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"Chris Bosh: 'I plan to keep my options open as a player'"

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"Reggie Miller: Kevin Durant Traded a Sacred Legacy for Cheap Jewelry"

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"Michael Jordan Can't Determine Who Gets Shoe Deals Due to NBA Salary-Cap Rules"

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"Kobe Bryant Comments on Difference Between His Contract and Tim Duncan's "

• Eagles Deadzone Debate: Will the team be better off without A.J. Brown?
2026
• An MLB Salary Cap Can Work—With One Major Catch
2026
• How the looming MLB labor dispute could effect the Washington Nationals
2026
• How worried should fans be? Is a salary cap (and f...
2026
• The Cap Proposal
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• MLB’s salary-cap proposal revealed — why Mets, Yankees would have to shed a ton of money
2026
• MLB officially proposes salary cap and floor in latest CBA negotiations with players union

MLB is the only major North American sports league without a cap on team payrolls...2026
• MLB proposes first salary cap since 1994 strike
Major League Baseball owners proposed a hard salary cap to players as part of the next CBA on Thursday, their first firm cap proposal since 1994....2026
• Salary Cap Contract Strategy
Dan Meylor analyzes different strategic approaches to assigning contracts in salary cap leagues....2026
• La Coupe Walter

It's been a long time coming, but the Montreal PWHL franchise lived up to its name tonight, claiming victoire over the Ottawa Charge in Game Four of the Walter Cup Final to capture the PWHL's most coveted prize! It's the first time that the Walter Cup will call Canada home after tonight's win by the Victoire as they become the second PWHL team to have their name on the trophy while the Ottawa Char...2026
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• Despite new contract, Matthew Stafford’s 2027 return not guaranteed

Many in the NFL media and fan landscape interpreted Matthew Stafford’s recent contract extension as a sign he plans to return in 2027. While the infrastructure is now built out from salary cap and contractural standpoints, Stafford is still not guaranteed to be on the roster after this season. Sean McVay and the Rams have […]...2026
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• Jalen Duren Likely To Sign For Under 25 Percent Of Salary Cap In Free Agency

Jalen Duren wisely declined to sign a contract extension with the Detroit Pistons last year and became an All-NBA player, but his poor performance in the playoffs will likely result in a slight reduction of his contract in restricted free agency. Duren is eligible for the Rose rule max of 30 percent that would start at $49 million, but ESPN projects his average salary to be closer to $40 million, ...2026
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• Austin Reaves Has Support For Lakers' Return From Luka Doncic

Luka Doncic has told Los Angeles Lakers personnel he does not want Austin Reaves included in any trade package with the Milwaukee Bucks for Giannis Antetokounmpo, according to multiple league sources. Doncic views Reaves as a vital long-term partner and has made that position clear within the organization. The Lakers are expected to pursue Antetokounmpo this summer. Doncic's preference is a roster...2026
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• Kawhi Leonard Defers On Clippers Future As Contract Extension Window Approaches
Kawhi Leonard declined to address his future with the Los Angeles Clippers following Wednesday's season-ending play-in loss to Golden State, entering an offseason that carries significant uncertainty both contractually and legally. "Let me cry about this loss a little bit more," Leonard said when asked whether he could envision remaining in Los Angeles. "We'll have our discussions when that time c...2026
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• Warriors Had Framework Of Kawhi Leonard Trade Done Before Clippers Pulled Out
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• New York Giants mailbag: Jeremiyah Love, right guard, salary cap, more questions

Michael George asks: Ed, we have been inundated post-Combine with articles about this or that athlete’s RAS (Relative Athletic Score). Obviously the scores relate to a player’s eventual NFL career, but it could range from perfect fit to wildly wrong. In your experience can you recall any players (Giants, even better) who scored poorly on the […]...2026
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• RB Aaron Jones stays in Minnesota on revised contract
10th season upcoming The Vikings and RB Aaron Jones have agreed to a revised contract to keep him in Minnesota for the 2026 season, sources tell me and @RapSheet. Jones lowers his base salary to $5.5 million and will stay in Minnesota. (Tom Pelissero on X) FF Today's Take: There were reports earlier this off-season that Jones would be let go to save money against the salary cap. ...2026
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• Cowboys free agency: Kenny Clark contract restructured, salary cap space created

The Dallas Cowboys have pulled another trigger to add ro their free agency spending. Defensive tackle Kenny Clark, who the Cowboys acquired via trade in 2025, has had his contract restructured. His $11 million roster bonus has been turned into a signing bonus according to ESPN. As a result, Dallas has now created $8.8 million […]...2026
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• Clippers still waiting on NBA investigation results of Kawhi Leonard's $28M endorsement deal
The Los Angeles Clippers continue to await the results of the NBA's investigation of a business relationship between Kawhi Leonard and a California company he had an endorsement deal with. Last September, a report by journalist Pablo Torre alleged the team violated the NBA’s salary cap rules involving a $28 million endorsement contract between Leonard and the now-bankrupt California-based sustain...2026
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• Jalen Brunson Trade Talks At 2022 Deadline Between Knicks, Mavs Stalled Over Draft Picks

The New York Knicks and Dallas Mavericks engaged in serious trade discussions for Jalen Brunson at the 2022 trade deadline, but negotiations collapsed when New York refused to include first-round draft picks in any deal, league sources told The Athletic. Dallas had declined to offer Brunson a four-year, $55 million extension and identified the Knicks as their strongest competition for the guard, w...2026
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• Salary cap ramifications of Denver Broncos trade for Jaylen Waddle

After such a quiet open to free agency that saw the Denver Broncos re-sign their 2025 players and add zero players from the outside, they hit us with a mega blockbuster trade with the Miami Dolphins to land wide receiver Jaylen Waddle. There are dull moments in Broncos Country, but that dull moments seem to […]...2026
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• UCLA's Mick Cronin Proposes NBA-Style Bird Rights To Revenue Share Cap To Reduce Transfer Movement

UCLA head coach Mick Cronin is pushing for a rule change that would allow schools to exceed the revenue share cap to retain their own players, drawing a direct parallel to the NBA's Bird rights exception. Cronin made the proposal public following his team's upset of No. 9 Nebraska on Tuesday night, citing what he described as growing support within the Big Ten. "You should be able to go over the r...2026
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• When Words Are Meaningless

I'm not American nor will I ever be one, but the citizens of the country connected to Canada had a lot to celebrate over the last few days with their men's and women's Olympic teams capturing gold medals at the Milano-Cortina Olympics. Americans should be proud of these men and women, but it seems one man was not as proud of the women as much as he was of the men after "joking" with the men's team...2026
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• David Kelly Elected NBPA Executive Director, Succeeding Andre Iguodala In July

The National Basketball Players Association has elected David Kelly as its next Executive Director, succeeding Andre Iguodala, who announced he will step down when his term expires in July, the union confirmed Friday. Kelly, who is the current Managing Director and General Counsel, has spent the past year overseeing all legal matters for the NBPA while serving as a close adviser to both Iguodala a...2026
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• How to watch and live stream the NBA without cable

Cutting the cord was supposed to simplify your life, but between 'Peacock Mondays,' Prime Video exclusives, and regional blackouts, being an NBA fan without cable this season feels more like managing a salary cap than watching a sport. Best Live TV Streaming Services for NBA For the die-hard fan, the "best" service isn't just about price-it's about who actually carries your team's local broadca...2026
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• Lawrence Frank Addresses Clippers Trades, Kawhi Leonard Probe Status

The LA Clippers orchestrated major roster moves last week despite ongoing uncertainty surrounding the NBA's investigation into Kawhi Leonard, with team president Lawrence Frank insisting the probe hasn't influenced basketball operations. Frank confirmed Monday that the organization has received no updates since September regarding the investigation. The league is examining allegations that the Cli...2026
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• Breanna Stewart Sees Progress In WNBA Labor Talks After 15-Month Dispute

Breanna Stewart said she is "just starting to see" a potential resolution to the WNBA labor dispute that has consumed the sport for 15 months. The New York Liberty star and Unrivaled co-founder, who serves as a vice president in the players' union, told Front Office Sports that negotiations have been mentally draining as both sides pursue a new collective bargaining agreement. WNBA players opted o...2026
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• Jeanie Buss Cited Financial Competition As Reason For Sale Of Lakers

Jeanie Buss told her siblings she felt compelled to sell the Los Angeles Lakers due to concerns about competing financially with billionaire-owned teams, according to people familiar with the discussions. Her brothers Jesse and Joey considered her reasoning fundamentally flawed. In meetings following Mark Walter's $10 billion offer in June, Jesse and Joey asked Jeanie why she felt the need to sell...2026
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• The Linc - Brandon Graham’s wife says “We don’t call you guys fans. We call you guys family”

Kara Durrette/Getty Images Philadelphia Eagles news and links for 3/27/25. Let’s get to the Philadelphia Eagles links ... Brandon Graham’s final, turbulent, triumphant football chapter - ESPNCarlyne knew as soon as she saw Brandon on the field postgame that he had retorn his triceps. (Graham does not know when in the game he retore his triceps.) Her friends and family at home that saw her ...2025
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• Rams release Gurley, Matthews to help with cap
Saddled by salary-cap issues after mega-deals for a number of players over the past 20 months, the Rams have released RB Todd Gurley and LB Clay Matthews....2020
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• Michael Jordan Can't Determine Who Gets Shoe Deals Due to NBA Salary-Cap Rules
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• Jimmy Butler: Latest Contract News, Rumors, Speculation on Bulls Star's Future
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• Patriots to release Stephon Gilmore, market expected to be robust for former All-Pro cornerback
New England is creating some savings on their salary cap...2021
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• Dirk Nowitzki's Career Deserves Better Ending Than Dallas Mavericks Can Provide
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• Anthony Davis Contract: Latest News and Rumors on Negotiations with Pelicans
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• Kobe Bryant Comments on Difference Between His Contract and Tim Duncan's
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• Reggie Miller: Kevin Durant Traded a Sacred Legacy for Cheap Jewelry
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• RB Aaron Jones stays in Minnesota on revised contract
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• Fantasy baseball's $100 man: Why you need to break the bank for Shohei Ohtani
Shohei Ohtani is an elite option no matter the fantasy baseball league format, but can you afford to miss out on him in salary-cap leagues?...2026
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• Ask PFW: Roster concerns, predictions and more

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• Is Kevin Durant Bound for Golden State? Not If He Remains True to Himself
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• Dirk Nowitzki's Career Deserves Better Ending Than Dallas Mavericks Can Provide
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• The Cap Proposal
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• Jalen Duren Likely To Sign For Under 25 Percent Of Salary Cap In Free Agency
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• Sam Presti Uses 'Method Acting' Process To Evaluate How Players Fit Thunder Culture

The Oklahoma City Thunder have swept the Phoenix Suns and Los Angeles Lakers in the first two rounds of the playoffs and enter the Western Conference finals as the clear favorite to repeat as NBA champions. General manager Sam Presti, who dismantled the roster after the Russell Westbrook and Paul George era and rebuilt it from scratch in a way that has become the model for many other franchises ac...2026
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• Hoops Rumors Live Chat: 5/11/2026
Hoops Rumors is hosting a live chat today at 3:15 pm Central time (4:15 pm Eastern). Click here to join the chat and submit your questions about the playoffs, free agency, extension candidates, trade rumors, other offseason moves, the salary cap, CBA rules, draft lottery reform, or any other NBA-related topic. We’re now underway!...2026
• Hoops Rumors Live Chat: 5/4/2026
Hoops Rumors is hosting a live chat today at 3:00 pm Central time (4:00 pm Eastern). Click here to submit your questions about the playoffs, free agency, extension candidates, trade rumors, other offseason moves, the salary cap, CBA rules, draft lottery reform, or any other NBA-related topic. Then join us at 3 pm CT to […]...2026
• Hoops Rumors Live Chat: 4/27/2026
Hoops Rumors is hosting a live chat today at 3:00 pm Central time (4:00 pm Eastern). Click here to submit your questions about the playoffs, free agency, extension candidates, trade rumors, other offseason moves, the salary cap, CBA rules, or any other NBA-related topic. Then join us at 3 pm CT to chat!...2026
• NHL Rumors: Connor Bedard, Macklin Celebrini, and Cutter Gauthier

With the salary cap starting to rise over the next several years many wonder what contract for Macklin Celebrini and Connor Bedard will be....2026
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• NHL Rumors: Connor Bedard, Macklin Celebrini, and Cutter Gauthier

With the salary cap starting to rise over the next several years many wonder what contract for Macklin Celebrini and Connor Bedard will be....2026
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• Hoops Rumors Live Chat: 4/20/2026
Hoops Rumors is hosting a live chat today at 3:00 pm Central time (4:00 pm Eastern). Click here to submit your questions about the playoffs, free agency, extension candidates, trade rumors, other offseason moves, the salary cap, CBA rules, or any other NBA-related topic. Then join us at 3 pm CT to chat!...2026

• Eagles Deadzone Debate: Will the team be better off without A.J. Brown?
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• NBA Hasn't Set Timeline To Conclude Clippers' Salary Cap Investigation
The NBA's investigation into alleged salary cap circumvention involving the LA Clippers and Kawhi Leonard has no set end date, with interviews still ongoing nearly seven months after the probe began. "Wachtell's investigation is ongoing," an NBA spokesperson said. "There is more work to be done and no set timeline." The inquiry, led by law firm Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz and attorney David And...2026
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• Kawhi Leonard Contract Void Rumors as ‘Talked About’ as ‘Anything’ in NBA Circles as Aspiration Scandal Verdict Looms
NBA insiders report the Aspiration salary cap circumvention scandal could lead to Kawhi Leonard's Clippers contract being voided....2026
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• Trent McDuffie trade puts Chiefs under the salary cap

Wednesday brought the shocking news that the Kansas City Chiefs are trading cornerback Trent McDuffie — a former first-team All-Pro selection — to the Los Angeles Rams for a package of draft picks centered around this year’s 29th-overall selection. There is no shortage of immediate takes surrounding the trade and what general manager Brett Veach […]...2026
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• Kawhi Leonard buzz loud, but clarity still missing as Lakers loom

The Kawhi Leonard noise is getting louder, but that doesn’t mean it’s getting clearer. Jovan Buha of The Athletic cautioned this week that much of the speculation surrounding Leonard remains just that, as the NBA continues investigating the Clippers’ alleged involvement with Aspiration and potential salary-cap circumvention. “I hear different things,” Buha said, noting that reports […] ...2026
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• If the Browns cut Denzel Ward, should the Eagles sign him?

With the Super Bowl in the rear-view, the league has turned their attention to free agency. As teams start planning their 2026 rosters, there’s also plenty of speculation regarding who may get cut due to salary cap hits. Among some of the players considered cap casualties, NFL reporter Matt Okada suggests a surprising name: Browns […]...2026
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• Kawhi Leonard salary cap circumvention scandal takes another twist

It appears the story regarding potential salary cap circumvention by the Clippers in their deal with Leonard isn't going away just yet....2026
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• Clippers still waiting on NBA investigation results of Kawhi Leonard's $28M endorsement deal
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• Forward Trinity Rodman agrees to new 3-year deal with the Washington Spirit of the NWSL
Forward Trinity Rodman has agreed to a three-year contract to remain with the Washington Spirit, ending months of speculation about the Olympic gold medalist's future in the National Women's Soccer League. “I think I've always had a vision and an idea of what I wanted my legacy to be,” Rodman said at an event announcing her new deal on Thursday in Los Angeles. The speculation over Rodman's futur...2026
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• Kings Have No Interest In Trading For Trae Young

The Sacramento Kings have no interest in trading for Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young despite long-standing rumors connecting the two franchises, a team source told The Athletic. Sacramento has maintained this stance for an extended period and remains unchanged in its position. Scott Perry replaced Monte McNair as lead decision maker for the Kings last offseason. The Kings have previously been rumor...2026
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