Karl Rasmussen is a staff writer for the Breaking and Trending News team for Sports Illustrated. A University of Oregon alum who joined SI in February 2023, his work has appeared on 12up and ClutchPoints. Rasmussen is a loyal Tottenham, Jets, Yankees and Ducks fan.
ESPN Debuts Alex Ovechkin-Focused 'OviCast' Amid Pursuit of Wayne Gretzky's Goal Record ESPN is unveiling an alternate broadcast focused on Alex Ovechkin as he aims to become the NHL's all-time leading goalscorer.
Giants Set to Make Bizarre MLB History on Opening Day The Giants will tie a strange, longstanding MLB record on Opening Day.
Cubs Already Made Cody Bellinger Trade Look Even Worse on Opening Day The Cubs have DFA'd Cody Poteet, who they acquired from the Yankees in the Cody Bellinger trade.
Derik Queen Signs Sweet Endorsement Deal Just Days After NCAA Tournament Buzzer Beater Derik Queen's game-winning shot against Colorado State helped him land the perfect new NIL deal.
Stephen A. Smith's Latest Tirade Against LeBron James Had NBA Fans Rolling Their Eyes Stephen A. Smith went on yet another rant about LeBron James.
Russell Wilson Bluntly States His Expectations for Role With Giants Russell Wilson is not expecting to be coming off the bench for New York.
Alabama Beats Out Bulldogs for Commitment From Five-Star CB From Georgia A big commitment for Alabama's class of 2026.
NFL Insider Shuts Down Short-Lived Dak Prescott-to-Browns Trade Rumor A rumor emerged linking Dak Prescott to the Browns, but an NFL insider poured cold water on the report.
LeBron James Casts Doubt on Legitimacy of Cavs Getting No. 1 Pick in 2003 Draft Lottery
Former Home Depot Employee Makes Nationals Opening Day Roster
LeBron James Debunks Popular Theory About Him Spending $1 Million on His Body
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