Damon Severson in action in a Devils home game in the 2022-23 NHL season.

Columbus acquires Damon Severson through sign-and-trade

The Columbus Blue Jackets continue to add to their defense core. Earlier today, they executed a sign-and-trade with the New Jersey Devils to acquire defenseman Damon Severson. Heading back the Devils’ way is Columbus’ 2023 3rd-round pick, which lands at 80th overall. The contract Severson signed carries an average annual value of $6.25 million dollars …

Pitching

Reinventing Pitching: Moving Beyond Velocity for Longevity and Success

For decades, scouting and development have focused on pitching velocity as the ultimate measure of success. However, this narrow focus on throwing harder has resulted in numerous careers cut short by injuries and recurring health issues. It is time for a paradigm shift in the approach to pitching, emphasizing control and longevity over sheer velocity. …

Nuggets

Nuggets striving to keep Championship Window open past 2023

The Denver Nuggets are currently in seek of their first NBA Championship. For most of the 2022-23 season, they have been favored to win the Western Conference. It’s been easy to see why, this team appears to be unstoppable. Sure, they may lose some games here and there but it doesn’t seem like they can …