The United States Men's National Team has a phrase it turns to in times of uncertainty: next man up.

Being a setup man is such a thankless job, but it sounds like the right-hander is going to get a shot that he’s more than earned to be more than just an eighth-inning option. If Abreu can prove he’s ...

CHICAGO (WGN) — The writing was already on the wall for the Chicago Bears. It was time for a “next man up” mentality on defense, or risk undoing all the progress they’ve made heading into Week 12 of ...

BOSTON - In the sport of hockey, the "next man up" mantra echoes throughout every locker room at various points in an arduous season. When injuries inevitably strike, players are thrust into action - ...

The Atlanta Falcons have been navigating a wave of injuries all season long. Starting right tackle Kaleb McGary went down for the season right before Week 1, quarterback Michael Penix Jr. is sidelined ...

SAN JOSE, Calif. — Major League Soccer is always a mess in May. Fixture congestion ravages teams with injuries, illnesses and availability concerns. Tactics go out the window; tried-and-tested lineups ...

It's certainly a wise strategy in many cases, especially when it comes to prospect development. But it can be particularly daunting for players who have their eyes set on the ultimate prize: an ...

'Next man up' is the Limerick philosophy and former Treaty star Seamus Flanagan feels that spread of potential match-winners will be crucial in Sunday's All-Ireland final against Galway. Flanagan was ...