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5 players the Steelers should aggressively pursue in 2022 free agency - Still Curtain

Chicago Bears Akiem Hicks

Chicago Bears defensive end Akiem Hicks (96) yells Mandatory Credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea-USA TODAY Sports

The Pittsburgh Steelers have many positions they need to upgrade and they can start by pursuing these 2022 free agents.

The Pittsburgh Steelers have remained competitive over the last few seasons, but there have been obvious holes in the roster. If the Steelers want to return to elite status and compete for a Super Bowl, they must address the missing pieces. That can start with the pending 2022 free agency.

With Ben Roethlisberger likely heading to retirement, the offensive line still in need of improving, and a few gaps in the solid Pittsburgh defense, the Steelers will need to target all types of players. Some voids will be filled with young players in the draft, but most should be answered with proven veterans.

Pittsburgh will have the cap space to do it, as they are projected to have over $47 million in 2022, per OverTheCap. That means it will be a matter of how aggressive the team is willing to be, and if players want to come to the Steel City. The latter is out of the Steelers control, but who they target isn’t, so here are five players Pittsburgh should aggressively pursue in 2022 free agency.

5. Steelers should pursue Akiem Hicks

Akiem Hicks emerged as one of the league’s most dominant interior defensive linemen during his time with the Chicago Bears. Hicks had seven or more sacks in three straight seasons from 2016-18 and was selected to the 2018 Pro Bowl. His production has since declined, but he still is a productive veteran on the interior for Chicago.

Hicks is currently playing on the last year of a four-year, $48 million contract that he signed with the Bears, and while he said he would love to finish his career in Chicago, the two have been unable to agree on an extension.

Hicks, who will soon be 32, is removed from his prime but still productive. With Pittsburgh being rather light on the interior defensive line, Hicks can bring his veteran leadership and quality play. This depth will strengthen an already good defense and can be done at an affordable price. Hicks signed for $12 million a year during his prime, with him now aged and his market not as robust, he should be able to be brung in on a one-year contract worth less than $10 million.

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Saturday, December 25, 2021

Caesars Sportsbook Christmas Day Promo Gifts $1,001 Free Bet Match - Mile High Sports

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An absolutely stacked slate of Christmas Day games is set and Caesars Sportsbook has an outstanding pair of offers for new users who register for an account. These offers include a free bet match that gives new users a bonus win or lose, as well as another promo that gives bettors an NBA jersey of their choice.

New users who sign up with Caesars Sportsbook can get a $1,001 free bet match plus an NBA jersey by betting on Christmas Day games. These promos are two of the most unique offers available anywhere and can be activated by clicking on any of the links on this page.

There are plenty of games to bet on, which gives prospective bettors ample opportunity to get in on the action. The free bet match offer for new users is especially notable since it gives out a Free Bet win or lose. The NBA jersey offer is certainly a flashy promo and chances are that any basketball bettor could meet the requirements by betting on Christmas Day games alone.

Click on your state in the list above and use promo code MHSXLRF to get started with a $1,001 free bet match and NBA jersey offer from Caesars Sportsbook.

Caesars Sportsbook Christmas Day Promo Includes $1,000 Risk-Free Bet

It’s not every day that a sportsbook offers a bonus that will convey win or lose, but that’s what this Caesars Sportsbook Christmas Day promo does. Prospective bettors who register for an account can earn a Free Bet that matches their first real-money wager dollar-for-dollar up to $1,001. If the user’s first bet loses, the player will get a Free Bet of up to $1,001 credited to their account, which is effectively what a risk-free first bet promo would typically offer. However, what makes this promo especially interesting is what happens if a bettor’s first real-money wager wins.

For example, if a bettor wagers $950 on the Phoenix Suns to defeat the Golden State Warriors on Christmas Day and Phoenix is victorious, the bettor would earn winnings on the moneyline bet, as well as be credited with a Free Bet of $950. This is a new user promo that deserves serious consideration.

NBA Jersey Promo

There might not be a more intriguing offer in legal online sports betting than the NBA jersey promo being offered by Caesars Sportsbook. Any user who opts-into this promo and places at least $100 in cumulative wagers on NBA markets with -200 or longer odds can get the NBA jersey of their choice. Bettors who meet the $100 threshold will be issued a $150 NBA store gift card, which can be used as the payment method when selecting an NBA jersey of the player’s choice.

How to Sign Up for This Caesars Sportsbook Christmas Day Promo

Caesars Sportsbook has two fantastic promos for users who sign up for a sportsbook account. It only takes a few minutes to register for this Caesars Sportsbook Christmas Day promo.

  • Click on the state you plan on betting from via the list above or below and use our promo code MHSXLRF.
  • Finish the registration fields.
  • Make your first deposit using one of the sportsbook’s funding methods.
  • Place you first real-money wager on any market with odds of -200 or longer.

Once your first bet settles, Caesars Sportsbook will issue a Free Bet that matches your first real-money wager up to $1,001. Remember, this Free Bet will convey regardless of whether your first bet wins or loses.

Get started with a $1,001 free bet match and earn an NBA jersey of your choice from Caesars Sportsbook when you click on your state in the list below and use promo code MHSXLRF. 

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Can The Dodgers Withstand Their Free Agent Departures? - MLB Trade Rumors

The Dodgers were once again a tier-one baseball club in 2021, but their streak of eight consecutive division titles came to an end, and their efforts to repeat were quashed in the NLCS.

Guaranteed Contracts

Arbitration-Eligible Players (projections from MLBTR contributor Matt Swartz)

Option Decisions

  • Declined $12MM option for RHP Joe Kelly, opting instead to pay a $4MM buyout
  • Bauer declined an option to trigger an opt-out clause

Free Agents

The career talent present on the Dodgers’ list of departing free agents is somewhat remarkable. It’s also somewhat misleading, as Pujols, Kershaw, Duffy, Hamels, et al, aren’t exactly in their prime, nor were they inner circle contributors to the club in 2021. Kershaw did his part, contributing 22 starts with a solid, if not Kershawian 3.55 ERA/3.00 FIP across 121 2/3 innings. That places him third on the team in innings, so he did his par. That said, by the time the playoffs rolled around, his year was done.

Bottom line: there are significant losses represented on that list, most notably thus far, Seager, Scherzer, and to a lesser extent, Knebel. Seager seemed destined to walk after the acquisition of Trea Turner at the trade deadline, though without him they’ll be pressured to pony up for the speedy ex-National, who is a free agent after next season. President of Baseball Ops Andrew Friedman values flexibility in his roster construction, and that’s evident in his handling of Seager. We could see a similar saga play itself out next winter, as the Dodgers could turn to Gavin Lux and/or Jacob Amaya rather than commit to a mega-contract for Turner.

But that’s tomorrow’s problem. For now, Trea Turner, Lux, Justin Turner, and Max Muncy make up a star-studded, if injury-prone starting infield. The health and age questions surrounding this group made the re-signing of Chris Taylor all the more crucial. With Taylor back in the fold for a reasonable $15MM per, the Dodgers can feel relatively stable with their infield group. Matt Beaty and Zach McKinstry are bench options on the Major League roster, while Cody Bellinger and Mookie Betts give manager Dave Roberts extended flexibility because of their ability and willingness to move to the dirt on occasion.

All that said, there’s still room for another bat. Assuming there will be a designated hitter in the National League, the Dodgers could add a third baseman while allowing J. Turner to age gracefully into a bat-only role. Barring the addition of one of the star level bats remaining in free agency (think Carlos Correa, Kris Bryant, Freddie Freeman), the Dodgers could still make a play for a veteran utility man, who wouldn’t have to play every day, but could capably pinch-hit and fill-in at multiple positions around the diamond. To their benefit, having T. Turner, Taylor, and Lux means they’re probably covered at shortstop, which frees Friedman to lean more liberally in the direction of a bench bat. Speculatively speaking, someone like Asdrubal Cabrera could be a fit, but they could also bring back Albert Pujols or look at other veteran minimum types while waiting for youngsters like Amaya, Michael Busch, or Miguel Vargas to play themselves into a role.

In the outfield, Betts, Bellinger, and AJ Pollock line up as the opening day starters, but they could absolutely look to add another bat here as well. Taylor and Lux can play the outfield, as can Beaty and others on the roster, but Friedman is more likely to have too many options than not enough. Don’t be surprised if there’s another name added to this mix after the lockout.

The big picture of the position player side of things is that they aren’t as deep as in years past, but they’re still in better shape than most. And yet, if they’re looking to grow the overall depth on this club, there are arguably more bats available in free agency than arms,  so we could see the Dodgers overindulge on this side of the ball to compensate for the losses on the pitching side.

Because for the first time in years really, there are reasons to wonder about the overall quality of the Dodgers’ pitching staff.

The rotation is the biggest area of concern right now. After all, the two most surprising decisions from the Dodgers so far this winter both relate to the rotation. Not issuing a qualifying offer to Kershaw definitely zagged from expectations, as did their not making a bigger push to retain Scherzer. Kershaw could still return, but if not, the Dodgers’ rotation is thinner than it’s been in years. Losing Kershaw would be a bigger blow than it’s being perceived right now, in part because Kershaw’s “legacy value” took a big hit by not being anywhere near the mound during the playoffs, and even in the regular season, he fell from the divine heights of prior seasons. But let’s not diminish the man: He posted 2.1 rWAR/3.4 fWAR and finished 11th overall by FIP among pitchers with at least 100 innings. In fact, by FIP alone, the Dodgers would be losing the 10th (Scherzer) and 11th (Kershaw) starters in the Majors. Sure, they got just 33 starts from the pair, so we can almost count them as a single starter, but they make a darn good one that the Dodgers will miss.

Also on the positive side of the ledger, the Dodgers still have Walker Buehler and Julio Urias as a tremendous, in-their-prime duo. In fact, those two finished just behind Scherzer/Kershaw as 14th and 15th in the Majors by FIP. But the Dodgers had a front-row seat to the Padres’ horror-show second half.  Two starters – even stars – is not enough to helm a postseason rotation.

If Kershaw does ultimately re-sign, I’ll give a ’hear-hear’ – but if he doesn’t, they did, at least, strike quickly to add former Angels’ southpaw Andrew Heaney to the starting mix. Heaney struggled mightily after a deadline trade to the Yankees, but the Dodgers believe in his upside. Said Friedman, “He’s got really strong ingredients in place, and there are a few different levers we feel like we can potentially pull with him that he’s bought into and is eager to dive in on.” Despite his long-time reputation as a potential quality starter, Heaney’s 1.9 rWAR back in 2015 marked a career-high. Entering his age-31 season, it’s not impossible to imagine a re-brand in the mold of Wade Miley or, sure, dream big, Charlie Morton, but that’s a pipe dream – until it’s not.

Dustin May has a bright future, but he’s not due to return from Tommy John surgery until the second half of the season at the earliest. Tony Gonsolin slots in as the number four behind Heaney right now, but the 27-year-old hasn’t been trusted to hold down a regular rotation spot before, and solid as he’s been, the Dodgers clearly like him in a swing role. Fangraphs lists David Price as the fifth starter right now, and though the 36-year-old may very well end up in that role, it would be surprising if both Price and Gonsolin are among their starting five on opening day.

Rotation depth is more important now than ever, and though the Dodgers seem to have lost ground in the star power department, they did make a couple of low-key pickups during the minor league portion of the Rule 5 draft that deepens their pool of potential arms. Carson Fulmer was once the eighth overall pick of the draft, and though it’s been a while since his mound work merited national attention, he is definitely worth a minor league contract. The same can be said for Jon Duplantier, who even more recently graced top prospect lists while coming up through the Diamondbacks’ system. Both are entering their age-28 season, an age at which Jake Arrieta still had a 5.23 career ERA. Neither Fulmer nor Duplantier has been even that good, but there’s no risk here for the Dodgers, and they need the depth.

They expressed some interest in the Reds’ available starters, but nothing came together before the lockout. That could still happen, or they could explore a deal for one or more of Oakland’s arms: Sean Manaea, Chris Bassitt, Frankie Montas, et al. Frankly, it was surprising that they didn’t make more of a push to bring back Scherzer. Still, even without a major addition, it’s worth remembering that the goal isn’t to build out a starting five – the goal is to build an organization capable of competing for 162 games.

It’s worth wondering if Scherzer’s contract just became too rich for Friedman’s tastes. On the one hand, that’s absurd, nothing and nobody should be too rich for the Dodgers. But practically speaking, the Dodgers ran out the highest payroll in baseball in 2021, and they might want to see how the now collective bargaining agreement changes luxury tax rules before barreling ahead into repeater tax territory. Fangraphs has their current 2022 payroll at ~$232MM, so their bed may already be made, but it’s only sensible to want the exact terms of the arrangement.  Aside from the aforementioned Kershaw, most of the free agent starting pitching talent signed prior to the lockout.  The Dodgers could still consider Carlos Rodon, whose health history is likely to lead to the type of shorter-term requirement the Dodgers prefer.  Indeed, when the MLBTR staff was debating Rodon’s potential contract, they kicked around some kind of Bauer-lite high-dollar three-year arrangement.

Speaking of Bauer, last we saw of the divisive right-hander, he had been on extended administrative leave due to unresolved sexual assault allegations. As of now, it’s entirely unclear if he will be available to pitch in 2022 (or even if the Dodgers would welcome him back). MLB’s recent ruling on Marcell Ozuna’s violation of the MLB – MLBPA Joint Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Policy suggests the league office is not yet ready to levy significant penalties for players whose criminal court cases are dropped.

Still, Bauer’s case is more public than perhaps any prior violation, and one would expect greater backlash upon his return to the field. So long as the Dodgers remain responsible for paying the $70MM+ still owed the right-hander, they would be hard-pressed not to allow him to suit up, especially given their need on the hill. If, however, they are somehow let out of their contractual obligation to Bauer, they could allocate that money elsewhere – though any replacement would most likely be a downgrade from Bauer’s significant on-field potential. Needless to say, the cloud of these proceedings will hang over the Dodgers for some time.

In the bullpen, Joe Kelly and Corey Knebel have been replaced by Daniel Hudson, while long-time closer Kenley Jansen remains a free agent. Blake Treinen was amazing last season (1.99 ERA/2.88 FIP across 72 1/3 innings), Hudson has plenty of high-leverage experience, and it’s easy to dream on Brusdar Graterol’s potential, but the relief corps is very much a work-in-progress.  After 12 years at the back of the Dodgers’ bullpen, the club may finally allow Jansen to walk away.

Whether they add starters, relievers, or the modern type of arm that can move between roles, they’re going to need more pitchers. They had 11 pitchers post more than half a win by fWAR in 2021, six of whom are either already gone or current free agents (Kershaw, Scherzer, Kelly, Nelson, Knebel, Jansen) and a seventh is Bauer. No need to panic: that’s a backward-looking approach, they can afford to print new jerseys, and the offseason isn’t over. But there’s work to be done.

In terms of the free agents available, Kershaw may be the best starter available, with Rodon and his checkered past also in the running. Other lesser names are available as well, perhaps led by Yusei Kikuchi. Many of the available free agent starters aren’t likely to ignite the fanbase, but the Dodgers have spun straw into gold before.

The relief market has a bit more juice with Jansen only one name among many that can be first division arms: Ryan Tepera, Andrew Chafin, Collin McHugh, Kelly, Nelson, and Adam Ottavino, to name a few. There’s still a chess move or two that the Dodgers could make without horribly overburdening their payroll.

Internally, Mitch White could find himself in a bigger role, Tommy Kahnle is coming back from Tommy John, and prospects like Ryan Pepiot and Michael Grove aren’t far from seeing daylight (Grove is on the 40-man roster). There is some growth potential, but if nothing else, Buehler and Urias need to take over as the faces of Dodger pitching. Then again, it wouldn’t be hard to argue that they already are.

All told, while they await resolution on the Bauer and CBA fronts, the Dodgers had to charge ahead, thought they did so with a relatively quiet first half of the offseason. They made some minor additions, adding outfielder Jason Martin and right-hander Beau Burrows on minor league deals to build out their depth. But they also dealt away outfielders Billy McKinney and Zach Reks for cash considerations. Both had been designated for assignment as a means of being removed from the 40-man roster. Sheldon Neuse seemed like a classic Dodger project when he was acquired from the A’s, but he’s now in DFA purgatory until the lockout ends.

The Dodgers will be one of the more interesting teams to watch coming out of the lockout. Given their status as the top paying luxury tax team, the particulars of the new CBA could affect them more than any other club. Add in Bauer’s situation and Kershaw’s free agency, and the Dodgers are facing more uncertainty than they’ve seen in years. That said, their financial might is as great as ever, and even depleted by their free agent losses, they have one of the most talented rosters in the game. They also play in one of the most competitive divisions in the sport. With the Giants and Padres as formidable as ever, there’s no room to take a step back. After all, even with Betts, Buehler, Urias, the Turners, Taylor, Muncy, Bellinger, Will Smith, and more, the fact is, the Dodgers aren’t the champs anymore.

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Cleveland Browns vs. Green Bay Packers free live stream: How to watch, TV, odds - cleveland.com

CLEVELAND, Ohio — The Browns head to Green Bay on Saturday to kick off Week 16 of the 2021 season with a Christmas Day matchup with Aaron Rodgers and the Packers. Kickoff is scheduled for 4:30 p.m. Eastern.

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Despite having more than 20 players on the reserve/COVID-19 list, the Browns almost pulled out a win vs. the Raiders on Monday before losing, 16-14, on Daniel Carlson’s 48-yard field goal. The Packers are coming off a 31-30 win in Baltimore on Sunday.

Who: Cleveland Browns (7-7) at Green Bay Packers (11-3).

When: Saturday, Dec. 25, 2021.

Time: 4:30 p.m. Eastern.

Where: Lambeau Field, Green Bay (81,441).

TV: FOX/NFL Network.

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Latest line: Packers -7.5.

Announcers: Joe Buck, Troy Aikman, Erin Andrews and Tom Rinaldi.

Read some of what Mary Kay Cabot of Cleveland.com wrote about Myles Garrett planning on playing against the Packers despite a groin injury that he suffered on Monday vs. the Raiders.

Browns defensive end Myles Garrett sat out Thursday’s practice with his groin injury and is listed as questionable, but has no intentions of missing his first career game against Aaron Rodgers on Christmas Day at Lambeau Field.

“I feel like I’ll play regardless of how I feel,” Garrett said. “I haven’t practiced, so we’ll see. But I’m going to go out there and give my all. We’ve got to win out to make the playoffs and I’m going to play in every second of the game that I can.”

Garrett was injured in Monday’s fourth quarter against Las Vegas. But he kept playing, leaping high to try to block the game-winning 48-yard field goal by Daniel Carlson. At times, he put a smile on his face when it was obvious he was in pain.

He underwent an MRI on Tuesday which determined the injury, and it kept him out of the lone full practice on Thursday before the Browns travel on Friday. The injury is significant enough that coach Kevin Stefanski made no promises he’ll play.

“He didn’t do anything at practice today,’’ he said. “I’d say he’s 50/50. He hasn’t done anything all week so we need to see how he progresses over the next few days here. Obviously, he’s very confident and he wants to play very badly, but we’ll see how it goes over the next couple of days.”

Of course, the Browns have to weigh Garrett risking reinjury vs. resting and being healthy for the two AFC North games coming at Pittsburgh, and at home against the Bengals.

The Browns, even if they lose in Green Bay, can still possibly win the division with victories in those last two games if the 8-6 Bengals and 8-6 Ravens win only one of their final three. The 7-6-1 Steelers, in third place, also have a chance to win the division.

“We’re just going to take in all of the information over the next couple of days,’’ Stefanski said. “I wouldn’t say necessarily that it’s going to be a [pre-game] workout-type thing and true up to the 90-minute [deadline for reporting injuries] but I just want to make sure that we continue to take in information over the next couple of days.”

With Jadeveon Clowney still on COVID-19 reserve and Takk McKinley out with a ruptured Achilles, Garrett feels the obligation to maintain the team’s pass rush.

“I don’t have a choice but to be great,’’ Garrett said. “I’ve gotta step it up. There’s no way around it. There’s no excuse that can be made. We have three games. We have one coming up very soon, and I’ve got put my very best foot forward and give us a chance to win.”

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Predictions for Sky’s free agents - Chicago Sun-Times

WNBA free agency is three short weeks away with player contract negotiations beginning on Jan. 15 and players able to sign on Feb. 1.

The Sky remain one of the most intriguing teams in free agency and not because they are the reigning champs. Even before they won their first title back in October, the 2022 free-agency period was set to be an entertaining one for fans as most of the players on the roster would become free agents.

Depending on which James Wade you’re talking to, the coach or the general manager, his answers for how he plans to navigate the next month will vary. Coach Wade wants to keep his entire championship roster together, while general manager Wade has to figure out if that’s possible with $908,215 in cap room, according to HerHoopStats.com.

Before the madness ensues here are my predictions for the Sky’s free agents:

Courtney Vandersloot

For the first time in her career, Vandersloot has said she is open to free agency and all that it entails. She said Wade will get the first call, of course.

Vandersloot has expressed interest in the idea of returning to her home market to play for the Seattle Storm. Making that move ahead of the 2022 season doesn’t necessarily make the most sense, especially if Sue Bird returns for one more season. The Sky are legitimate contenders to repeat if they keep their core players intact.

Prediction: Wade re-signs Vandersloot to a one-year contract.

Allie Quigley

Vandersloot’s future in Chicago depends largely on whether or not Quigley retires.

After the season, the league’s best sharpshooter said she would spend the next few months thinking about what her future looks like. When discussing Quigley’s retirement with her former coaches, Wade and teammates, it was a stretch for any of them to imagine it after the year she had.

Prediction: Quigley returns for the 2022 season, signs a one-year contract for a similar amount as her 2021 contract, and the Sky have their version of the last dance for both of their hometown heroes.

Kahleah Copper

Copper knows her value after her All-Star, Finals MVP year and she’s worth a max contract. Wade has explicitly stated he’s doing whatever it takes to get Copper back and that starts with using the core designation. Her relationship with Candace Parker is valuable to her on a personal level and in her continued development as a franchise player.

Prediction: Copper signs a three-year max contract with the Sky on February 1.

Stef Dolson

Dolson has said she loves playing in Chicago. She’s a proven big-market player, enjoying the lifestyle that comes with being on a team in a large city. Dolson said on the Sun-Times podcast ‘‘Equal Play’’ that taking less money to remain part of a championship-contending team is not an unrealistic concept. She even went as far as saying, “We just won a championship, it’s hard to not come back.”

Prediction: Wade re-signs Dolson for an amount less than what she made last season, leaving room to make an offer to one more key player in his team’s championship run and the franchise’s future.

Astou Ndour-Fall

Ndour-Fall’s role coming off the bench for the Sky was critical. Wade had a player he could rely on to not only get players rest but also who could score in the post and from three and who was a talented rim protector.

Ndour-Fall plays well in Wade’s system and was vocal about the year she spent with Dallas not being a great fit.

Prediction: Wade likely won’t be able to offer more than the league minimum if he brings back Vandersloot, Quigley, Copper and Dolson. If she can get more elsewhere, Ndour-Fall is gone.

Diamond DeShields (restricted)

Despite DeShields’ offensive inconsistencies, she was a defensive catalyst throughout the year. No one has more confidence in her ability to return to her 2019 form than she does. Her priority overseas is establishing more consistency offensively, regaining some lost confidence and as she put it: “getting back to me.”

There is a huge upside to DeShields’ game, especially playing alongside Copper. As a restricted free agent, the Sky have the right of first refusal. DeShields certainly will be pursued, and one potential landing spot is the Atlanta Dream. She went to high school 20 miles outside of Atlanta, so the possibility of her being a key player in their rebuild is intriguing.

The free agency possibilities are endless with DeShields.

Prediction: DeShields gets an offer from the Dream, Wade matches, and she signs a two-year contract with the Sky, setting up a comeback season and the possibility of being a key in the Sky’s future alongside Copper.

Lexie Brown (restricted)

Brown was an asset when the Sky were working to establish who would be the backup point guard to Vandersloot early in the year. When Dana Evans started playing more minutes after arriving from Dallas, she solidified herself as that player. In 2022, Evans’ role is going to expand, which doesn’t leave much room for Brown.

Prediction: Brown proved her value as a backup point guard in this league and will get an offer that Wade won’t match.

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Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider sprung to action when he saw a woman choking on food while at a lunch with his wife near the team’...