Derek Johnson
Sports analyst and former athlete. Breaking down games, players, and sports culture.
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Pirates Land All-Star Slugger Brandon Lowe
BREAKING: Pirates land Brandon Lowe in three-team blockbuster I can confirm the Pittsburgh Pirates are acquiring Brandon Lowe from the Tampa Bay Rays as part...
Memphis vs. NC State: Gasparilla Bowl Picks
BREAKING: Memphis and NC State are set to clash in the Union Home Mortgage Gasparilla Bowl, and I am locking in my prediction now. Two...
Myrtle Beach Bowl Picks: Kennesaw State vs Western Michigan
BREAKING: Kennesaw State draws Western Michigan in the Myrtle Beach Bowl, and this one has teeth. The Owls get a national stage, a fast track,...
Strahm Traded: Phillies’ Bullpen Shakeup
Breaking: The Phillies have moved a key piece from the bullpen. I can confirm Philadelphia has traded veteran left-hander Matt Strahm to the Kansas City...
Xbox Bowl Thriller: Missouri State’s Rally Falls Short
Arkansas State held firm and finished the job. The Red Wolves closed out the 2025 Xbox Bowl, surviving a fierce late rally from Missouri State...
Alabama vs Oklahoma: Rematch Decides Playoff Fate
Breaking: Oklahoma and Alabama locked for College Football Playoff rematch. The eight versus nine game has heat, history, and heavy stakes. I can confirm the...
Phillies Land Jonathan Bowlan for Matt Strahm
The Phillies have moved a bullpen pillar for a future arm. I can confirm Philadelphia has traded left‑handed reliever Matt Strahm to the Kansas City...
Seahawks Clinch Playoffs After Controversial Overtime Win
BREAKING: Seahawks punch ticket in overtime, controversy erupts over reversed two-point The Seattle Seahawks are in. An overtime thriller sealed a playoff berth tonight, and...
Week 16 Bracket Drama: Seahawks vs. 49ers Race
BREAKING: NFL playoff bracket tightens as Week 16 looms, top seed paths crystallize The bracket is starting to take shape. With three weeks left, every...