Michael Carrick and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer are the leading candidates to take over as caretaker managers of Manchester United until the end of the season. The club is in talks with both former players, and it is possible they could work together in managing the team. Darren Fletcher is the interim manager currently, with Manchester United planning to appoint a permanent manager in the summer.
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Michael Carrick and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer are considered for the caretaker manager role at Manchester United.
Carrick and Solskjaer both have previous experience managing the team.
The club is having discussions with Carrick and Solskjaer about the role.
Darren Fletcher is currently serving as interim manager.
Fletcher will manage the upcoming match against Burnley.
Ruud van Nistelrooy is another candidate for the caretaker position.
Manchester United aims to name a permanent manager by summer.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer was sacked from his recent managerial position at Besiktas in August.
Alabama's starting quarterback, Ty Simpson, will enter the NFL Draft following the team’s loss to Indiana in the College Football Playoff. Simpson has decided not to enter the transfer portal and leave the school for another team.
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Ty Simpson is Alabama's starting quarterback.
He is entering the NFL Draft after Alabama's playoff loss.
There was speculation he might transfer to another school, but he chose the draft instead.
Alabama lost to Indiana in the Rose Bowl, part of the College Football Playoff.
The decision follows a period where Simpson's performance had some struggles.
Seth Rollins discussed his participation in the Netflix series "WWE: Unreal" and expressed concerns about revealing too much about the wrestling industry. He set boundaries with the show's producers to maintain privacy and protect industry secrets. Rollins is currently recovering from a shoulder injury and is aiming to return in time for WrestleMania season.
Key Facts
Seth Rollins features in the Netflix series "WWE: Unreal," which returns with its second season.
The series will show Rollins, his wife Becky Lynch, and their daughter Roux.
Rollins injured his shoulder and had to have surgery, ending his World Heavyweight Championship reign early.
Rollins made it clear he would leave the project if the cameras intruded too much on his privacy.
He has a complicated relationship with the idea of revealing industry secrets in the show.
Rollins is using his recovery time to enjoy family life and is planning a return around WrestleMania season.
The series includes a look at Rollins cashing in his Money in the Bank briefcase at "SummerSlam 2025" to win the championship.
Travis Kelce, a player for the Kansas City Chiefs, is considering whether to retire after the team did not make the NFL playoffs this year. He shared on his podcast that if his body feels ready, he would like to play another season. Kelce, who is now a free agent, is one of the top tight ends in NFL history.
Key Facts
The Kansas City Chiefs ended their season with a record of 6–11 and did not make the playoffs.
Quarterback Patrick Mahomes is recovering from a torn ACL, an injury that affects the knee.
Travis Kelce is thinking about retiring but wants to see if his body is ready for another season.
Kelce caught 76 passes for 851 yards and scored 5 touchdowns this season.
At age 36, Kelce has over 13,000 career receiving yards and has won 3 Super Bowls.
Kelce will be a free agent this offseason, meaning he can sign with any team.
Potential changes to the Chiefs' team roster might affect Kelce's decision.
The Golden State Warriors are considering trading for Dallas Mavericks player Anthony Davis to improve their performance in the NBA. However, the Warriors are hesitant to trade key players Draymond Green or Jimmy Butler, which makes a deal difficult. Anthony Davis is performing well this season and could help the Warriors reach championship contention.
Key Facts
The Warriors are interested in acquiring Anthony Davis from the Dallas Mavericks.
The team's record is currently 19-18, placing them eighth in the Western Conference.
Key players like Stephen Curry and Jimmy Butler are leading the team.
The Warriors are reluctant to trade Draymond Green or Jimmy Butler due to financial concerns.
Anthony Davis has averaged 20.4 points and 10.8 rebounds in his 18 games this season.
The Warriors need to improve their roster if they want to compete for an NBA championship.
Rumors about potential trades are expected to continue as the trade deadline approaches.
The Houston Astros have signed Christian Roa, a 26-year-old pitcher from Houston, to their team as a potential addition for the bullpen. Roa, who has previously played for the Miami Marlins, aims to establish himself in the major league with the Astros.
Key Facts
Christian Roa is a 26-year-old pitcher from Houston.
He signed with the Houston Astros on December 20.
Roa played for the Miami Marlins last year and is trying to make a spot for himself in the major leagues.
He recorded a 2.83 ERA and 64 strikeouts in 60 1/3 innings with Triple-A Jacksonville.
The Cincinnati Reds drafted him in the second round in 2020.
Roa has a four-seam fastball that averages over 96 mph.
He has amassed 450 strikeouts in 379 innings during his minor league career.
The Toronto Blue Jays signed Kazuma Okamoto to a four-year, $60 million contract. Okamoto chose the Blue Jays partly because his daughter liked their logo. He shared at a press conference that family is important in his decisions.
Key Facts
The Blue Jays signed Kazuma Okamoto for four years, paying $60 million.
Several teams were interested in signing Okamoto before he chose Toronto.
Okamoto included his daughter in the decision-making process by letting her pick the team logo she liked best.
His daughter chose the Blue Jays logo.
Okamoto emphasized that family is a key factor in his career decisions.
His specific role on the team will be determined in spring training.
The team is also interested in acquiring other players, like Bo Bichette or Kyle Tucker.
Crystal Palace's manager, Oliver Glasner, stated that the club might sell their captain, Marc Guehi, if the right offer comes in during the January transfer window. Guehi's contract ends in the summer, and several top European clubs, including Manchester City, have shown interest in him. The decision depends on both the financial offer and Guehi's willingness to move.
Key Facts
Marc Guehi is the captain of Crystal Palace and joined from Chelsea in 2021.
His contract with Crystal Palace ends in the summer.
Manchester City is interested in signing Guehi due to injuries to some of their defenders.
Crystal Palace previously blocked a £35 million move to Liverpool for Guehi.
European clubs like Bayern Munich and Real Madrid are also interested in signing him on a free transfer in the summer.
Crystal Palace's success last season included finishing 12th in the Premier League and winning the FA Cup.
The decision to sell Guehi will consider the financial offer and Guehi's own decision.
Crystal Palace values Guehi highly for his contributions to the team's recent achievements.
The Toronto Blue Jays signed Japanese baseball player Kazuma Okamoto to a four-year, $60 million contract to strengthen their team after nearly winning the World Series. While Okamoto is praised for his strong hitting skills, some critiques focus on his below-average defense. The Blue Jays have been actively enhancing their roster for another World Series attempt.
Key Facts
The Toronto Blue Jays are making significant roster changes after nearly winning the World Series.
They signed pitcher Dylan Cease to a seven-year, $210 million contract earlier this offseason.
The team recently signed Kazuma Okamoto, a Japanese baseball star, to a four-year, $60 million deal.
Okamoto is known for his powerful hitting but has below-average defensive skills at third base.
Jim Bowden from The Athletic criticized Okamoto's fit with the Blue Jays, suggesting the money could have been used elsewhere.
Okamoto has hit 27 or more home runs in six of the past seven seasons, except for 2025 when he was injured.
The Toronto Blue Jays have signed Kazuma Okamoto and are trying to figure out a way to bring back infielder Bo Bichette. To make room for Bichette, the team may consider trading outfielder Anthony Santander, despite challenges due to his past injuries and contract.
Key Facts
The Toronto Blue Jays signed Kazuma Okamoto on Tuesday.
Bo Bichette, a current infielder for the team, may not return unless changes are made to the roster.
The Blue Jays might need to trade Anthony Santander to accommodate Bichette.
Anthony Santander had injury issues last season, which complicates trading him.
Santander's current contract includes a large amount of owed money, making a trade less favorable.
Adjustments like shifting positions for other players might be needed to fit Bichette back in.
The New York Mets are likely to sign a new pitcher to strengthen their team. Reports suggest they might add either Framber Valdez or Ranger Suárez, with predictions leaning towards Suárez joining. Suárez has a history of consistent performance and was an All-Star in 2024.
Key Facts
The Mets' starting rotation had a 4.13 ERA last season, ranking 18th in the league.
The team is looking to improve by signing a new pitcher.
ESPN reported it's "inevitable" the Mets will sign Framber Valdez or Ranger Suárez.
Sports Illustrated predicts the Mets will sign Ranger Suárez.
Suárez is known for being a consistent and crafty pitcher.
He was an All-Star in 2024 and had a strong performance that year.
Suárez is considered one of the best available pitchers in the market.
Signing Suárez could strengthen the Mets' chances in the playoffs.
Trey Yesavage, a 22-year-old rookie pitcher for the Toronto Blue Jays, set records during the postseason with his strong performances. He is a top candidate for the American League Rookie of the Year award after impressing in key games during the playoffs.
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Trey Yesavage is a rookie pitcher for the Toronto Blue Jays.
He became notable during the World Series after appearing in only three regular-season games.
Yesavage set records with 12 strikeouts in a single World Series game and 39 strikeouts throughout the entire postseason.
The Blue Jays won four out of his five starts during the postseason.
MLB.com's Jonathan Mayo predicts Yesavage as a frontrunner for the American League Rookie of the Year award.
Yesavage started the 2025 season in Single-A and ended with significant appearances in the World Series.
Yesavage's postseason ERA was 3.58 across six appearances.
The New York Yankees are trying to sign baseball player Cody Bellinger by offering him a five-year deal. Negotiations are ongoing, and there may be challenges in reaching an agreement. The Yankees need to secure a strong offensive player, and options are limited.
Key Facts
The Yankees have made a second offer to Cody Bellinger and his agent, Scott Boras.
The offer is reportedly for five years, but the amount of money involved is not known.
As of Tuesday evening, the deal with Bellinger has not been finalized.
MLB insider Ken Rosenthal suggested there may be more developments in the talks.
The Yankees are in need of a good offensive player, and choices are limited in free agency.
Other available players don't fit the Yankees' needs as well as Bellinger does.
Bellinger's agent, Scott Boras, is known for negotiating high-value deals for his clients.
The Toronto Blue Jays signed Kazuma Okamoto for $60 million over four years, which makes it less likely they will keep Bo Bichette. The team is focusing on signing Kyle Tucker, another top player, as Bichette might not fit into their future plans.
Key Facts
The Blue Jays signed Kazuma Okamoto on a four-year, $60 million deal.
Bo Bichette is one of the best hitters in baseball and a product of the Blue Jays' farm system.
The team's focus on signing Kyle Tucker is increasing after the Okamoto deal.
Kyle Tucker has hit 134 home runs since 2021 and is a top free agent.
The Blue Jays' investment in Okamoto makes it less likely they will give Bichette a big deal.
Okamoto can play third base, potentially shifting the team's infield lineup.
Bichette might still return to Toronto on a short-term deal, but other teams are interested in offering him longer contracts.
Toronto Blue Jays shortstop Bo Bichette might leave the team after seven years. It is reported that teams like the Chicago Cubs, Phillies, and Yankees are interested in signing him. Bichette's potential move is linked to the Blue Jays acquiring another player, making Bichette's return less likely.
Key Facts
Bo Bichette has played for the Toronto Blue Jays for seven years.
The Blue Jays may not bring back Bichette due to acquiring a new third baseman.
Bichette is expected to switch to playing second base for his next team.
The Chicago Cubs, Phillies, and Yankees are reportedly interested in Bichette.
Bichette is known for his strong hitting skills.
Sports Illustrated predicts Bichette might join the Chicago Cubs.
Bichette's move could result in a higher salary as he is under 30 and considered a dynamic hitter.
The Los Angeles Dodgers are considering signing four-time All-Star outfielder Kyle Tucker during the baseball offseason. Tucker recently played for the Chicago Cubs and may be available for a short-term contract. The Dodgers aim to strengthen their team by potentially adding Tucker to their lineup.
Key Facts
The Los Angeles Dodgers are looking to sign four-time All-Star Kyle Tucker.
Kyle Tucker previously played for the Chicago Cubs.
The Dodgers recently signed Edwin Díaz, a top pitcher, to a record-setting contract.
The Dodgers have a gap in their outfield and are looking to fill it.
Sports Illustrated predicts that Tucker might sign with the Dodgers on a shorter contract with player options.
Teoscar Hernández played right field for the Dodgers this year with mixed results.
Adding Tucker could improve the Dodgers' lineup and defense.
The Philadelphia Phillies have signed Tucker Davidson to a minor league deal. Davidson has experience in Major League Baseball and recently played in Korea. He won a World Series with the Atlanta Braves in 2021.
Key Facts
The Philadelphia Phillies are aiming for a World Series appearance next season.
Tucker Davidson, a pitcher, has been signed by the Phillies on a minor league deal.
Davidson's previous MLB experience includes playing for teams like the Atlanta Braves, Los Angeles Angels, and Kansas City Royals.
He was part of the Braves' 2021 World Series-winning team.
Davidson has appeared in 56 MLB games with a 5.76 earned run average (ERA).
In 2022, he had a good season in Korea with a 3.65 ERA and 119 strikeouts.
He is not guaranteed a spot in the Phillies' main lineup but is considered a low-risk signing.
The Baltimore Orioles have signed a 26-year-old pitcher named Eric Torres to a minor-league contract. Torres, known for his ability to strike out many batters but who also gives up a lot of walks, previously played in the Los Angeles Angels' minor league system and recently competed in independent ball and the Puerto Rican Winter League.
Key Facts
Eric Torres, a left-handed pitcher, signed with the Baltimore Orioles on a minor-league contract.
Torres had earlier been part of the Los Angeles Angels organization for nearly four years.
He struck out 103 batters in 63 innings during the current season, playing in independent and Puerto Rican leagues.
In his minor league career with the Angels, he struck out 224 batters in 149 1/3 innings.
Torres allowed 114 walks with a 4.46 ERA while limiting opponents to a .201 batting average.
He aims to become the 17th player from Kansas State University to play in Major League Baseball.
The Orioles are not required to promote Torres to the major leagues right away but could consider it if he performs well in spring training.
Head coach Brendon McCullum and director of cricket Rob Key will remain in their roles for England's cricket team, despite a recent series loss in the Ashes against Australia. They are expected to make improvements, with their focus on changing team culture and preparation. The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) supports this decision and does not plan major changes.
Key Facts
Brendon McCullum became head coach of England's cricket team in 2022.
Rob Key is the director of cricket for England.
England lost the Ashes series in Australia, sparking criticism of McCullum and Key.
McCullum and Test captain Ben Stokes want to continue in their roles until at least 2027.
The ECB is supporting McCullum and Key despite calls for changes.
Critics have pointed to the team's preparation and culture as areas needing improvement.
England will next play a Test series against New Zealand in June.
Changes in coaching staff and preparation methods are being considered.
This year's NFL play-offs are unique because well-known teams and players are not participating as expected. New England and Chicago have improved significantly and are now top contenders. Fourteen teams are competing, and plenty of young quarterbacks have the opportunity to make a name for themselves.
Key Facts
Kansas City Chiefs, recent regular participants, are not in this year's play-offs.
Philadelphia Eagles, last season's champions, are not as strong as before.
14 teams are in the play-offs, with 11 of them achieving at least 11 wins this season.
Five teams made the play-offs despite losing at least 11 games the previous year.
Top-seeded Denver and Seattle have a bye in the first round, called Wildcard Weekend.
The Super Bowl will take place at Levi's Stadium in Santa Clara.
Famous quarterbacks like Patrick Mahomes and Joe Burrow will not play in these play-offs.
Denver's Bo Nix and New England's Drake Maye are emerging as new potential stars.
