Apr 27, 2022; San Francisco, California, USA; Denver Nuggets center DeMarcus Cousins (4) spins away from Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green (23) in the fourth quarter during game five of the first round for the 2022 NBA playoffs at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Cary Edmondson-Imagn Images

15 NBA Players Who Were Never the Same After Demanding a Trade

Whether it was a decline in production or simply losing that edge, they were never the same after packing their bags.
Fort Worth Cats designated hitter Jose Canseco (33) reacts to striking out in the bottom of the first inning of the game against the Edinburg Roadrunners at LaGrave Field in Fort Worth.

14 MLB Stars Who Went From Heroes to Headaches

Some players went from beloved to bothersome faster than a 98 mph fastball, whether it was ego, drama, or simply wearing out their welcome.
Jan 21, 2007; Chicago, IL, USA; Chicago Bears quarterback (8) Rex Grossman takes pictures on the field after his team defeated the New Orleans Saints 39-14 to win the NFC Championship game at Soldier Field in Chicago, IL. Mandatory Credit: Jerry Lai-Imagn Images Copyright © 2007 Jerry Lai

Ranking the 15 Most Overhyped NFL Teams of the Last 25 Years

Some teams entered the season with massive expectations and Super Bowl buzz, only to flame out spectacularly.
Jack Meckel pitches for Cocoa Beach against Holy Trinity in its annual fundraising game Saturday, March 29, 2025. This year’s game honors MLB pitcher Tim Wakefield and will benefit Space Coast Discovery Academy. Craig Bailey/FLORIDA TODAY via USA TODAY NETWORK

19 MLB Stars Who Were Late Bloomers

From overlooked prospects to mid-career revivals, these 19 MLB stars bloomed on their timeline—and it was worth the wait.
Apr 11, 2016; Washington, DC, USA; Washington Nationals relief pitcher Jonathan Papelbon (58) and right fielder Bryce Harper (34) celebrate on the field after defeating Atlanta Braves 6-4 at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images

The 24 Most Overconfident MLB Players to Ever Do It

Whether it was talking trash they couldn’t back up or calling their shots one too many times, these players had no shortage of swagger.
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20 Common Money Traps That Keep People Poor

Recognizing and avoiding these pitfalls can help you take control of your finances and build a more secure future.
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20 College Degrees That Don’t Pay Off Anymore

If you're considering college, here are 20 degrees that often leave graduates underpaid, underemployed, or overwhelmed by debt.
Cincinnati Reds right fielder Yasiel Puig (66) steps away from the plate as he disagrees with a called strike in the eighth inning of the MLB National League game between the Cincinnati Reds and the Pittsburgh Pirates at Great American Ball Park in downtown Cincinnati

20 MLB Hitters Who Were Allergic to Walks

Some guys get on base by any means necessary. Others? They’d rather swing at a pitch in the dugout than take four balls. These are the hitters who made pitchers' lives easier by refusing to draw a walk. Whether it was impatience, confidence, or just a deep aversion to trotting to first, these guys hacked...
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17 NFL Quarterbacks Who Let Fame Get to Their Heads

The money, the endorsements, the magazine covers, the Super Bowl commercials—it’s a position built for spotlight chasers.
Milwaukee Brewers # 8 Ryan Braun slides into home plate on a triple by Prince Fielder in the third inning against the San Diego Padres in the of the MLB baseball game at Miller Park, Saturday, September 6, 2008.

17 MLB Careers That Imploded After One Bad Decision

From rising stars to once-invincible vets, each name on this list had its moment in the sun before things took a sharp turn.

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