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Colin Lynch

Sports Editor

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Colin Lynch covers the NFL, MLB and WNBA for Heavy.com, with a focus on the New England Patriots. His sports coverage has been featured on The Sports Daily and Basketball Insiders, as well as FanSided's Chowder & Champions. A New Hampshire native and former D1 baseball player at St. John's University, Colin was drafted by the San Diego Padres in 2008 and enjoyed a four-year professional baseball career.

Articles by Colin Lynch (267)

Kentucky Derby 2025: Contenders, Longshots, & Best Bets

Kentucky Derby 2025 Preview: Journalism Leads a Fast Field, Top Contenders, Longshots, and Best Bets As the sun set over Churchill Downs on Saturday night, anticipation gave way to clarity. The post positions for the 2025 Kentucky Derby were drawn, setting the stage for one of the most competitive and speed-laden editions of the “Run […]

Colin Lynch  •  28 Apr 2025
Transfer Portal Shakes Up 2025 NFL Draft: How College Transfers Dominated Early Rounds

The College Football Transfer Portal isn’t only impacting the college football landscape, it’s also having a profound impact on the NFL Draft.  The 2025 NFL Draft was more than just a showcase of talent—it was a testament to the evolving nature of college football. Players no longer follow a single, linear path to the pros. […]

Colin Lynch  •  28 Apr 2025
MLB
White Sox Prospect Watch: Colson Montgomery Poised for Big League Breakthrough

Colson Montgomery’s Rise: A Prospect on the Verge of a White Sox Debut in the South Side of Chicago.  As the Chicago White Sox continue to reshape their roster for the future, one name consistently stands at the heart of their vision—Colson Montgomery. The 23-year-old infielder, once a first-round pick and now the organization’s top […]

Colin Lynch  •  27 Apr 2025
Former Five-Star WR Micah Hudson Returns to Texas Tech After Brief Texas A&M Stint

Micah Hudson entered the transfer portal but is now returning to his original school, Texas Tech, in Lubbock, Texas.  In the ever-evolving world of college football, few stories capture the unpredictable nature of the transfer portal quite like Micah Hudson’s. Once hailed as Texas Tech’s first-ever five-star football recruit, Hudson’s path has been anything but […]

Colin Lynch  •  27 Apr 2025
George Rooks Transfer Portal: Former Boston College DT Draws Interest From Florida State, Syracuse

George Rooks has entered the transfer portal for a second time, and this time he may be heading South to Florida State or North to Syracuse.  In a college football landscape where experience is invaluable and defensive depth is coveted, George Rooks has become one of the most sought-after names in the spring transfer portal. […]

Colin Lynch  •  26 Apr 2025
Amare Campbell Transfer Portal: Former UNC Linebacker Eyes SMU, Texas Tech

Standout UNC Linebacker Amare Campbell is eyeing the Lone Star State as a possible transfer to SMU or Texas Tech looms.  In the ever-changing landscape of college football, some decisions take time — and for standout linebacker Amare Campbell, the journey to find his next home is now fully underway. Campbell, who emerged as one […]

Colin Lynch  •  26 Apr 2025
MLB
Orioles Prospect Watch: Samuel Basallo Closing in on MLB Debut

Samuel Basallo: The Orioles’ power-hitting prodigy nears his big league moment as he continues to rake at Triple-A.  In Baltimore, the youth movement has become more than just a philosophy — it’s a way of life. And for the second straight season, a 20-year-old could be knocking on the door of Camden Yards.A Star in […]

Colin Lynch  •  26 Apr 2025
MLB
Dodgers Prospect Watch: Top Prospect Dalton Rushing Focused on Versatility, Eyes 2025 MLB Impact

Dodgers top prospect Dalton Rushing may be nearing his MLB debut, but it may require a position change in Los Angeles.  For Dalton Rushing, the journey to the big leagues isn’t just about getting there—it’s about being ready when his number is called. And if his performance in Triple-A is any indication, that call could […]

Colin Lynch  •  26 Apr 2025
Jakai Moore Transfer Portal: Veteran South Carolina OL Drawing Interest from National Contenders Like Ohio State

South Carolina’s Jakai Moore Granted Seventh Year, Poised for Impactful Transfer After Injury Comeback In a sport where time is often measured in seasons and snaps, Jakai Moore’s college football journey is nothing short of extraordinary. Now, after six years in Columbia and a grueling battle with injury, the veteran offensive lineman has been granted […]

Colin Lynch  •  26 Apr 2025
Dante Reno Transfer Portal: Former South Carolina QB May Eye North Dakota State Starting Job

Dante Reno was a 4-Star QB coming out of high school in Connecticut. Now he may opt to lead FCS power North Dakota State.  As spring gives way to summer in Columbia, change is in the air for South Carolina’s quarterback room. What was once a crowded competition has shifted, as redshirt freshman Dante Reno […]

Colin Lynch  •  25 Apr 2025