Mon Feb 17 21:10:00 UTC 2025: **Bleacher Nation Sports Roundup: Injuries, Trades, and Upsets**

**February 17, 2025**

CHICAGO – A busy weekend in sports saw a mix of injury news, surprising trade developments, and exciting matchups. Bleacher Nation provides a round-up of the key events:

**MLB:**

* The St. Louis Cardinals’ highly publicized attempt to trade Nolan Arenado ultimately failed. The third baseman, coming off two subpar seasons, will remain with the team.
* The New York Mets suffered a significant blow with an injury to Frankie Montas, impacting their already thin pitching rotation. The injury is particularly concerning given the Mets’ offseason strategy centered around bolstering their pitching staff.
* Mike Trout’s injury-plagued career continues to be a source of disappointment for fans, with the Angels superstar appearing in only three playoff games in 14 years.
* Chicago Cubs fans can look forward to new Marquee Sports Network segments offering a behind-the-scenes look at the team’s players.
* Cubs prospect Matt Shaw’s return from an oblique injury has been delayed.
* Kevin Alcántara impressed during spring training, hitting a home run off pitcher Shōta Imanaga.

**NBA:**

* The Chicago Bulls’ Matas Buzelis competed in the NBA Slam Dunk Contest and Rising Stars event during All-Star Weekend. Despite a near-miss on a difficult dunk, Buzelis showcased his impressive athleticism.
* Mac McClung’s impressive dunk contest performance evoked memories of Blake Griffin’s famous 2011 performance.
* The Bulls, despite their struggles on the court, remain one of the NBA’s most valuable franchises, according to CNBC.

**NHL:**

* The USA defeated Canada in the 4 Nations Face-Off, drawing a large television audience.
* Blackhawks prospect Nick Lardis is on pace to score 70 goals this season in the OHL.
* The NHL’s World Cup of Hockey is returning.

**NFL:**

* The Chicago Bears’ offseason continues, with the team reportedly hiring Oregon State offensive line coach Kyle DeVan and Assistant General Manager Ian Cunningham interviewing for the Jacksonville Jaguars’ general manager position.
* Speculation surrounds the potential trade of Myles Garrett, with the Chicago Bears possibly involved.

**College Basketball:** Several upcoming college basketball games were previewed, including matchups between Jackson State and Alcorn State, East Carolina and North Texas, Liberty and Florida International, Brown and Harvard, East Tennessee State and Chattanooga, UNC Greensboro and Western Carolina, and Hampton and Charleston.

**Soccer:** FC Barcelona and Rayo Vallecano’s upcoming LaLiga match was previewed.

**Tennis:** A preview of the Rio Open Round of 32 match between Juan Manuel Cerundolo and Nicolas Jarry was included, with odds favoring Jarry.

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