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Where Can the New York Giants Improve Most in 2013?

No, this does not mean the 2013 season comes with such demanding expectations, but the Giants are a team that tends to go on Super Bowl runs that were not expected heading into the season.

Mark Streit Contract Shows That Paul Holmgren Hasn't Learned From Past Mistakes

The Philadelphia Flyers are already over the salary cap limit for the 2013-14 season, so it only seemed logical to add another anchor to books by signing Mark Streit. The Flyers' latest folly makes little sense, and it proves that Paul Holmgren hasn't learned from his past mistakes.

The Reason the Chicago White Sox Could Consider Moving on From Robin Ventura

Chicago White Sox manager Robin Ventura is not on the proverbial “hot seat.” That does not mean, however, that Ventura is the long-term solution for the Sox, and that they shouldn’t consider moving on from him.

AL West Notes: Ramirez, Iwakuma, Astros, Angels

• Erasmo Ramirez has hurled 15 consecutive scoreless innings in Triple-A Tacoma, and Dave Cameron of the U.S.S. Mariner writes that it's time for him to be recalled and inserted back into the Mariners' rotation.

3 Reasons Why Mark Herzlich Is Ready for a Take-Charge Role

Mark Herzlich has faced and overcome adversity before. The leadership, confidence and communication skills that he's exhibiting are three signs why he is ready to win the starting middle linebacker role.

What Would Be Considered a 'Successful' Season for Eric Fisher?

Carrying the title of a former first overall pick in the NFL draft is a tremendous honor. The fact that a team is choosing you over hundreds of draftees to build its franchise around creates a special feeling.

Predicting Tyrann Mathieu's Rookie Season Role in the Arizona Cardinals Defense

Rookie Tyrann Mathieu's of the Arizona Cardinals is about to embark on his first NFL training camp next month.

It's a significant step for the 21-year-old, third-round pick out of Louisiana State, who has come under much scrutiny because of off-field issues.

How Does Tim Tebow Fit with the New England Patriots?

At this point, that's all you can say about Tim Tebow's role with the New England Patriots now that he has been signed (according to ESPN) by the one team recently deemed one of the least likely teams to sign him.

NCAA Baseball Super Regionals: Day 3 Results, Highlights and Analysis

Day 3 of the NCAA Baseball Super Regionals came complete with nail-biters, blowouts and shockers, adding to the drama of the quest for the NCAA Division I championship.

Texas A&M Football: 5 Biggest Challenges for the Aggies' Offensive Coordinators

The Texas A&M football team had one of the best offenses in the nation in 2012. If new Aggie offensive co-coordinators Jake Spavital and Clarence McKinney want to see a repeat of that success in 2013, they will have to overcome multiple obstacles.