7 stories by DJ Siddiqi
Exclusive: John Smoltz talks Braves, N.L. Race, Blue Jays and Golf
John Smoltz is regarded as one of the best pitchers of all time. The former NL Cy Young winner starred for the Atlanta Braves for essentially his entire career, from 1988 until 2008. He played one season outside of Atlanta in 2009...
Exclusive: Joe Mauer talks Twins, Shea Langeliers, Cal Raleigh and American Century Championship
Joe Mauer says Byron Buxton’s early power surge comes as “no surprise” given his rare skillset Former Twins MVP backs Derek Shelton, reflects on Minnesota’s inconsistent start to season Mauer praises Cal Raleigh and Shea Langeliers as standout two-way catchers Joe Mauer...
Mike Tyson Exclusive: Boxing legend talks Floyd Mayweather exhibition, Conor Benn, fighting career
Tyson says potential Mayweather exhibition still “pretty interesting” despite delays Reveals family hesitation after Jake Paul fight could impact future bouts Backs Conor Benn as “contending material,” calls for fighters to compete more often Mike Tyson is still going strong at the...
Exclusive: Tyrese Haliburton talks injury rehab, Pacers’ struggles, March Madness
Tyrese Haliburton in “good space” as he rehabs torn Achilles Pacers star embraces “live in the moment” mindset after Finals injury Haliburton aims to return better than ever and chase NBA title Tyrese Haliburton may not be playing this season, but he's...
Francisco Lindor exclusive: ‘I’m a better baseball player today’ than in my 20s
Francisco Lindor prioritizes championship over MVP as Mets chase title Lindor enters 12th MLB season still seeking first World Series ring Mets star hopes to play until age 39 as he eyes two-decade MLB career The New York Mets' Francisco Lindor is...
EXCLUSIVE: Raiders’ Maxx Crosby Talks Big Goals, Myles Garrett Relationship
Maxx Crosby sets his sights on Defensive Player of the Year and Hall of Fame legacy Crosby's relationship with Myles Garrett pushes them both "to be better players" Raiders' star embraces “delusional confidence” in pursuit of NFL greatness Trade rumors continue to...
EXCLUSIVE: Dominique Wilkins on Jalen Johnson and the Atlanta Hawks’ Post-Trae Young Era
Wilkins couldn't be happier for Jalen Johnson and his All-Star Weekend honors The nine-time NBA All-Star is confident that the Atlanta Hawks can make a playoff run If you've earned the respect of Dominique Wilkins, you know you're doing something right. The...
