Joe Maddon was an instrumental leader behind the Chicago Cubs’ World Series run in 2016 that ended the franchise’s 108-year title drought. On Sunday, the Cubs and Maddon decided to part ways after missing out on the 2019 MLB Postseason. SI senior writer Ben Reiter tells SI Now’s Amy Campbell that the nature of the Cubs’ disappointment in the seasons since 2016 led to the managerial change.
The Las Vegas Raiders are expected to cut quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo on Wednesday, according to The Athletic’s Dianna Russini. The reported move comes just hours after the franchise agreed to sign Gardner Minshew to a two-year deal and days after after the team released signal-caller Brian Hoyer.
The Minnesota Vikings will sign running back Aaron Jones after the Green Bay Packers released the veteran on Monday, The Athletic’s Dianna Russini reported Tuesday morning. The deal will be for one year and $7 million, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport.
Free agent running back Derrick Henry has agreed to sign a two-year contract worth $16 million with the Baltimore Ravens, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter.
Cleveland Browns are reportedly adding Jameis Winston to the team, providing depth behind Deshaun Watson after his injury-plagued season.
