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NBC Sports
9 hours ago
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- NBC Sports
Browns close on purchase of 176 acres for new stadium in Brook Park
Factory of Sadness 2 is moving closer and closer to reality. With the Ohio legislature amending the Art Modell Law in a way that allows the Browns to move from Cleveland, the Browns have acquired a 176-acre parcel in Brook Park. Via Daryl Ruiter of 92.3 The Fan in Cleveland, the Browns and Haslam Sports Group closed on the sale on Friday, at a price in excess of $76 million. Governor Mike DeWine is expected to sign the relevant provisions into law next week. The Browns hope to break ground in early 2026, with a goal of opening the new domed stadium in 2029. The Browns will be sacrificing the home-field advantage that comes from playing in the elements. They'll be the first team in the AFC North to move indoors. Once that happens, only the AFC East will consist of four open-air, in-the-elements stadiums.
Newsweek
15 hours ago
- Sport
- Newsweek
Former Cubs, Cardinals Outfielder Who Made St. Louis History Passes Away
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Ed Mickelson, the third-oldest living former major leaguer and the answer to a fantastic St. Louis trivia question, has died. He was 98. Mickelson's brief big league career consisted of 18 games from 1950-57 — five for the Cardinals, seven for the Browns, and six for the Chicago Cubs. Along the way he etched his name into the record books by driving in the final run in St. Louis Browns history on Sept. 27, 1953. More news: Former Red Sox, Indians, Angels Pitcher Passes Away The following year, the Browns relocated to Baltimore, Maryland and were renamed the Orioles. A view of a Chicago Cubs baseball cap on the stairs of the dugout during the game against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park on June 04, 2025. A view of a Chicago Cubs baseball cap on the stairs of the dugout during the game against the Washington Nationals at Nationals Park on June 04, 2025.A three-sport star at University City High, Mickelson stood 6-foot-3, a natural athlete who could've taken any path. Basketball earned him a scholarship to the University of Tennessee, but homesickness sent him back to Missouri, where he starred in football and hoops at Washington University in St. Louis. More news: Legendary 2-Sport Star Whose Grandson Followed Him to MLB's Cardinals Dies Mickelson's sports career took a detour when he enlisted in the Army Air Corps in 1944. At the time of his death, he was one of just three surviving MLB players who served in World War II. After serving for 18 months, Mickelson played basketball for Hank Iba at Oklahoma A&M — on a baseball scholarship — before signing with the Cardinals in 1947. He claimed to have played only 30 baseball games prior to signing, 15 in high school and 15 in college. More news: MLB News: Former Red Sox, Cardinals Pitcher Passes Away Mickelson debuted in 1950, singling off future Hall of Famer Warren Spahn in his second game. But with Stan Musial entrenched at first base in St. Louis, Mickelson's path with the Cardinals stalled. Prior to the 1953 season, Mickelson headed across town to join the American League's St. Louis Browns. After a late-season call-up, Mickelson was in the starting lineup for the Browns' final game against the Chicago White Sox. He lined an RBI single to score Johnny Groth for the team's final run — one of only two hits he collected in a Browns uniform. When the Browns moved to Baltimore, Mickelson did not. He spent the next four seasons in the minor leagues and thrived. After hitting .300 for the third straight season with the Portland Beavers of the Pacific Coast League, the Chicago Cubs purchased Mickelson's contract for six games in 1957. He went 0-for-12, quietly ending his playing career in his native Illinois. More news: Former Braves, Red Sox Pitcher Dies Unexpectedly at 54 Survived by wife Mary, children Eric and Julie, eight grandchildren, and 12 great-grandchildren, Mickelson's legacy extended beyond the diamond. His 2007 memoir, A Memoir of a Minor League Baseball All-Star, chronicled a journey of perseverance through war, injuries, and the grind of the minor leagues. For more MLB news, visit Newsweek Sports.
USA Today
15 hours ago
- Sport
- USA Today
Insider rejects Steelers' T.J. Watt $40 million deal: 'I hadn't heard that number'
The latest T.J. Watt contract update has been dismissed by insider Ian Rapoport. On Friday's episode of The Pat McAfee Show, Rapoport was asked to speak to the legitimacy of insider James Palmer's report that Watt was expected to earn more than Myles Garrett's $40 million per year — and this was his response: "I have not heard that," Rapoport said. "If he gets more than Myles, I would say that is awesome for T.J. These are the guys you pay. He's great. He's a good guy, he is a face of that franchise, and like, these are the kinds of guys who should be paid all the money and should retire as a member of the Steelers. ... I still think it's going to work out, but I hadn't heard that number and I hadn't heard that anything is imminent." Garrett can breathe a sigh of relief, as Rapoport's comments somewhat instill confidence that the Browns superstar will remain the highest-paid defender. It's worth noting that these updates are entirely speculative until Watt puts pen to paper — and hopefully that happens sooner than later, so both parties can put this situation to bed. For up-to-date Steelers coverage, follow us on X @TheSteelersWire and give our Facebook page a like.
Yahoo
a day ago
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- Yahoo
Bengals Get Major Announcement Regarding Stadium Future
Bengals Get Major Announcement Regarding Stadium Future originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Two AFC North teams have ongoing battles within the state of Ohio, impacting the future of the franchise and their home stadiums. Both the Cleveland Browns and the Cincinnati Bengals have battled their county oversight regarding potential renovations and moves in their respective situations. Advertisement Thursday, the latter announced significant progress that will help keep their team nestled alongside the Ohio River. Hamilton County's board of commissioners approved a tentative framework for a $470 million agreement that would keep the Bengals at Paycor Stadium in downtown Cincinnati through 2036. Funding will be used to complete renovations for the stadium that opened in 2000. Bengals executive vice president Katie Blackburn released a statement following Thursday's breakthrough. "We thank the Hamilton County Commissioners for supporting this agreement to ensure Paycor Stadium remains an excellent venue and a focal point for Cincinnati's riverfront," Blackburn said. "We are proud to call Paycor Stadium our home and to keep our future here in Cincinnati, where it belongs." Advertisement Talks gained steam in recent days with a key June 30 lingering ahead. The Bengals had until Monday to extend their lease, which expires after the upcoming season. Thanks to this resolution, the two sides have more time to discuss the finalized terms of the next lease agreement. Hamilton County's contributions will be up to $350 million. The Bengals and the NFL will contribute the remaining $120 million. The team and the county are seeking state funds for the project, though none have been approved yet. Nonetheless, the two sides made much-needed progress with Thursday's announcement. Related: Commanders Trade for Trey Hendrickson Idea Gets Final Pre-Camp Update Related: Shemar Stewart's Agent Rips Bengals for 'Sign It' Or Else Contract Offer This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 26, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Sport
- Yahoo
Analyst Places Browns Coach on Surprising List
Analyst Places Browns Coach on Surprising List originally appeared on Athlon Sports. The Cleveland Browns suffered a disappointing season in 2024 with a 3-14 mark, after a playoff appearance in 2023. There were many factors out of the control of the coaching staff, such as poor play and injuries to key players, but in a results-driven league, none of that matters. Advertisement The Haslams could've moved on from coach Kevin Stefanski after last season, and no one would've batted an eye. But they remain patient, maybe because of Stefanski's resume with the Browns. ProFootballFocus' Dan Wasserman placed Stefanski at No. 10 on his list of the league's top 10 returning coaches in 2025. "Stefanski has dealt with a cascade of issues in Cleveland, particularly surrounding the Deshaun Watson trade and subsequent contract extension," Wasserman wrote. "However, the two-time NFL Coach of the Year deserves respect as someone who gets his team to compete regardless of the circumstances. Stefanski broke the Browns' long playoff drought in 2020 and picked up the franchise's first playoff win since reentering the league in 1999. He also led a surge to the postseason in 2023 with Joe Flacco as his quarterback from Week 14 onward. "Stefanski has proven he can succeed if given even adequate offensive tools. The team just needs to provide him with that to complement its excellent defense." Advertisement The 43-year-old is a two-time AP NFL Coach of the Year and remains the only Browns coach this century to win a postseason game, and just the second since 2000 to receive a contract extension after Romeo Crennel in 2008. He's also just the second Browns coach to lead the team to multiple postseason appearances since Marty Schottenheimer. But with a 40-44 overall record after five seasons, some are questioning his future in the City of Light. Next season could prove to be a make-or-break one for Stefanski in Cleveland. Related: Ex NFL Wideout Solves Browns Quarterback Dilemma Related: Browns' Diontae Johnson's Role Unclear in Offense This story was originally reported by Athlon Sports on Jun 26, 2025, where it first appeared.
