Busy Padres DFA two veterans after massive trade deadline

The Padres have designated catcher Martín Maldonado and infielder Trenton Brooks for assignment, per an announcement from the team. San Diego also optioned newly acquired infielder Will Wagner to Triple-A El Paso. Among the numerous trades the Padres pulled off before the deadline were a deal for catcher Freddy Fermin and one for first baseman/DH … Read more

Blackhawks Balancing Act: Reflecting on the Roles of the Veterans & the Kids – The Hockey Writers – Chicago Blackhawks

Blackhawks Balancing Act: Reflecting on the Roles of the Veterans & the Kids - The Hockey Writers - Chicago Blackhawks

The Chicago Blackhawks have made it clear they’re committing to their youth this upcoming season. But in response to my recent 2025-26 player projections, I received numerous comments that despite the organization’s commitment, there are still plenty of veteran players in the lineup. As a matter of fact, many feel there are still too many … Read more

New veterans on the block propel Washington Nationals to their first win of the season

The Washington Nationals got their first curly W of the 2025 season with a 5-1 win over the Phillies. They did it on the back of their powerful veterans and excellent starting pitching from Mitchell Parker. Early on it was a pitchers duel. While Aaron Nola was cruising through the first few innings, Mitchell Parker … Read more

Four NHL Veterans Thriving in the 2024–25 Season

Four NHL Veterans Thriving in the 2024–25 Season

Hockey fans like an underdog story, but for sheer excitement nothing tops watching seasoned NHL vets push their limits and remind us why they’re regarded as greats. Here are four veteran hockey players in the 2024–25 NHL season who are redefining their games in the most telling way possible. #1. Mitch Marner – The Contract-Year … Read more

Four NHL Veterans Thriving in the 2024–25 Season

Hockey fans like an underdog story, but for sheer excitement nothing tops watching seasoned NHL vets push their limits and remind us why they’re regarded as greats. Here are four veteran hockey players in the 2024–25 NHL season who are redefining their games in the most telling way possible. #1. Mitch Marner – The Contract-Year … Read more