Chauncey Billups, the former NBA Finals MVP and current head coach of the Portland Trail Blazers, was arrested on October 23rd, 2025, by the FBI. The Hall of Fame point guard is facing charges related to his involvement in an illegal poker operation with ties to the Mafia. Billups has been placed on leave by the NBA as a result of the arrest. Federal prosecutors have revealed … [Read more...] about Chauncey Billups Arrested by FBI for Illegal Poker Operation
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Poll: Are The Mets Likelier To Re-Sign Pete Alonso Or Edwin Diaz?
Coming off an epic collapse and a non-playoff season, there are plenty of questions facing the Mets heading into the offseason. As the club explores ways to get better, however, they face a couple of big decisions just in regards to keeping two long-time roster staples in first baseman Pete Alonso and closer Edwin Diaz. Alonso has already said he will be declining his $24MM … [Read more...] about Poll: Are The Mets Likelier To Re-Sign Pete Alonso Or Edwin Diaz?
Mets insiders project mammoth contract for potential opt-out candidate
Kevin R. Wexler-NorthJersey.com / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn ImagesKevin R. Wexler-NorthJersey.com / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images The New York Mets find themselves staring at one of the most pivotal crossroads of their winter — and it all centers around Edwin Díaz. When the team signed him to a five-year, $102 million contract before the 2023 season, it was a … [Read more...] about Mets insiders project mammoth contract for potential opt-out candidate
Mets ‘finally’ have the firepower to pull off a monster trade for Tigers ace
Junfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn ImagesJunfu Han / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images If the New York Mets want to make a splash for a legitimate ace, they finally have the ammunition to do it. For years, their farm system lagged behind contenders, lacking the type of talent needed to pull off a blockbuster trade. That’s no longer the case. With several … [Read more...] about Mets ‘finally’ have the firepower to pull off a monster trade for Tigers ace
Mets’ overlooked young arm hopes to have a normal spring after 2024 elbow surgery
Sam Navarro-Imagn ImagesSam Navarro-Imagn Images The New York Mets didn’t get to see much of Christian Scott in 2025, but the glimpses he provided the year before were enough to spark real excitement. His 2024 debut wasn’t just encouraging—it hinted at a pitcher who could grow into a fixture in the Mets’ rotation. Then came Tommy John surgery that September, and … [Read more...] about Mets’ overlooked young arm hopes to have a normal spring after 2024 elbow surgery