Derrick Perkins

Husband, Father. Sports Journalist.

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BREAKING: The #Mets are signing Juan Soto to the largest contract in MLB history, per sources. The exact details are not yet known, but Soto has made his decision.

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Sources: The #76ers are currently the front runners to sign FA Gary Trent Jr. The two sides have been in contact and could come to an agreement in the coming days. The Knicks and Nuggets have also shown extreme interest, but Philly is reportedly his preferred destination.

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BREAKING: Paul George intends to sign a four-year, $221 million max contract with the Philadelphia 76ers when free agency opens. George will be tied to Philadelphia through the 2027-28 season, where he will team up with Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey.

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Sources: The Jimmy Butler to the #Sixers rumors are "very real", as Butler has reportedly become unhappy with Miami's roster construction. Butler could request a trade at some point this offseason if Miami does not make "significant improvements" to its roster.

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Breaking: The #Vikings are selecting Michigan QB JJ McCarthy with the 10th pick they just acquired from the #NYJets

Minnesota gets their guy.

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Sources: The #Chargers are selecting Notre Dame OL Joe Alt with the 6th selection in tonight's draft.

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Sources: The #NYGiants have been in discussions with the New England Patriots to move up to the third pick in tonight's #NFLDraft.

New York is reportedly "all-in" on Drake Maye and is willing to give up whatever assets it takes to get him.

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Braves announce RHP Spencer Strider underwent UCL surgery in right elbow and will miss 2024 season.

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REPORT: There is significant buzz surrounding Bronny James in the 2024 NBA Draft.

I'm told several contending teams, namely the #Sixers, #Knicks, and #Thunder are looking into drafting Bronny believing they could lure LeBron James away from the Lakers.

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Expect the #Braves to announce Strider's season-ending surgery, as reported by myself, @dr_steinhauer, and @JefferyColum.

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Breaking: Sources tell me, @JefferyColum, and @dr_steinhauer that Atlanta Braves SP Spencer Strider will require UCL reconstruction surgery, sidelining him for the rest of the 2024 campaign. A brutal blow to the Braves' championship hopes.

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Sources: The #Steelers are currently the front runners to sign star S Justin Simmons. The #Eagles and #Jets are also showing interest.

It'll likely be a 1-year deal for Simmons, regardless of where he signs.