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Ohio State coach Ryan Day said that QB Julian Sayin is out... - ESPN: Read the breaking news story from the ESPN contributor Pete Thamel
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MLB.com Oct 20
How to sound smart when discussing the World Series matchup: The Brewers and Rays will face off in the 2026 World Series, a fascinating matchup between two of ...
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Key FactsTampa Bay Rays Return to the World Series
4 days ago · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nytimes.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nytimes.com
- Tampa Bay defeated the Cleveland Guardians 7-3 in Game 6, taking the ALCS after six games.
- The result sends the Rays to the World Series for the third time in franchise history.
- Yandy Díaz and Junior Caminero hit two-run homers, while Richie Palacios delivered a two-run double.
- The World Series begins Friday in Milwaukee, with the Rays facing the Milwaukee Brewers.
Excitement high as Kawhi Leonard makes Toronto Raptors regular-season debut: The excitement about Kawhi Leonard’s return to the Toronto Raptors was palpable in ...
cp24.com/news/sports/2026/10/21/excitement-high-as-kawhi-leonard-set-for-toronto-raptors-regular-season-debut/
College Football Playoff nears agreement on 24-team expansion that could end title games
cbssports.com/college-football/news/college-football-playoff-expand-24-teams-2027/
MLB Proposes 154-Game Regular Season, New Playoff Bracket Format amid CBA Talks with MLBPA
bleacherreport.com/articles/25508183-mlb-proposes-154-game-regular-season-new-playoff-bracket-format-amid-cba-talks-mlbpa
Knicks finalize roster as James Wiseman gets last spot over Bruce Brown: Wiseman, a former No. 2 overall pick, will provide frontcourt depth for the reigning NBA ...
cbssports.com/nba/news/knicks-finalize-roster-james-wiseman-bruce-brown/
Jacob Misiorowski claims that Brewers fans are driving force behind his success: Misiorowski finished the regular season leading MLB with a 1.80 ERA and 252 ...
yardbarker.com/mlb/articles/jacob_misiorowski_claims_that_brewers_fans_are_driving_force_behind_his_success/s1_13132_44418813
WNBA playoffs 2026: The Valkyries' wild path from expansion team to the Finals - ESPN
espn.com/wnba/story/_/id/50162878/wnba-finals-2026-golden-state-valkyries-expansion-team
Tarik Skubal, Yoshinobu Yamamoto to start first 2 NLCS games - ESPN: Tarik Skubal will start Game 1 of the NLCS for the Dodgers, followed by Yoshinobu Yamamoto ...
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The WNBA Has a Fever. The Only Prescription Is More Valkyries.: Golden State is building a basketball utopia. Caitlin Clark's Fever are trapped in a culture ...
theringer.com/2026/10/09/wnba/caitlin-clark-indiana-fever-golden-state-valkyries-wnba-playoffs
How Angel Reese is taking starring role in WNBA playoff debut - ESPN: The forward has played just four playoff games but is playing like a vet in leading Atlanta ...
espn.com/wnba/story/_/id/50136016/wnba-playoffs-2026-semifinals-angel-reese-atlanta-dream
NHL regular-season goals champion Alexander Ovechkin says this season will be his last
meduza.io/en/news/2026/10/05/nhl-regular-season-goals-champion-alexander-ovechkin-says-this-season-will-be-his-last
Tarik Skubal to start Game 1 for Dodgers as L.A.’s pursuit of another World Series title begins
nytimes.com/athletic/7650856/2026/10/02/tarik-skubal-game-1-starter-dodgers-nlds/
Just in: San Francisco 49ers principal owner Jed York has been... - ESPN: Read the breaking news story from the ESPN contributor Adam Schefter
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WNBA playoffs 2026: How all eight teams could win the title - ESPN: At long last, the bracket is finally set. Here are the strengths and potential flaws for all ...
espn.com/wnba/story/_/id/50017923/wnba-playoffs-2026-preview-teams-postseason-odds-championship
Even if Rays or Brewers win World Series, competitive balance argument will endure
nytimes.com/athletic/7638511/2026/09/28/mlb-playoffs-salary-cap-competitive-balance/
In MLB lockout, 60 missed games could be the real deadline: If a lockout occurs, 60 games — roughly the end of May, by the expected MLB schedule — will bring ...
nytimes.com/athletic/7627090/2026/09/25/mlb-lockout-league-union-60-game-television/
Guardians top 2 million in attendance at home for the third straight year: The Guardians' attendance streak is its best since 2000-2002.
cleveland.com/guardians/2026/09/guardians-top-2-million-in-attendance-at-home-for-the-third-straight-year.html
Key FactsGuardians surpass two million home attendance again
Sep 21, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cleveland.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: cleveland.com
- Sunday’s crowd of 21,110 lifted the 2026 attendance total to 2,001,415.
- For the third consecutive year, the Guardians exceeded two million, a feat last achieved from 2000 through 2002.
- In the final regular-season home game, the Guardians beat the A’s 1-0 to complete a three-game sweep.
- After five straight home wins to close the season, the Guardians finished 41-40 at home.
We love playing at home. We love the fans and we’d like to thank them for an unbelievable season and bringing a ton of people to the park. We feel their presence and energy.— Stephen Vogt, Guardians manager, after the final home game of the season; expressing appreciation for fans and the home-field atmosphere.
Shohei Ohtani’s return pushes Josue De Paula to minors; prospect in the mix for postseason roster
nytimes.com/athletic/7621686/2026/09/23/shohei-ohtani-dodgers-injured-list-status/
Warriors fans, we lost fair and square. Stop blaming the refs: Whether you agree with the calls or not, pelting match officials with projectiles is never a good ...
thespinoff.co.nz/sports/21-09-2026/warriors-fans-we-lost-fair-and-square-stop-blaming-the-refs
Braves beat Houston 4-2 to claim franchise's 19th NL East crown: The Braves beat the Astros 4-2 on Sunday to clinch the franchise's 19th National League East ...
ajc.com/sports/2026/09/braves-beat-houston-4-2-to-claim-franchises-19th-nl-east-crown/
Dominant Wakefield Trinity beat Leigh Leopards to secure home play-off tie - and highest ever Super League finish
wakefieldexpress.co.uk/sport/rugby-league/dominant-wakefield-trinity-beat-leigh-leopards-to-secure-home-play-off-tie-and-highest-ever-super-league-finish-9024937
Did the Buffalo Bills just fire a shot in the ongoing Canada-U.S. trade war?: NFL team announced Canadian national anthem will be performed before its home ...
torontosun.com/sports/football/nfl/did-buffalo-bills-fire-shot-canada-us-trade-war
Ohtani heads to IL; Dodgers calling up top prospect De Paula to play DH - ESPN: The Dodgers are putting Shohei Ohtani on the 15-day injured list and will call up ...
espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49888435/ohtani-heads-il-dodgers-calling-top-prospect-de-paula-play-dh
Jose Altuve reaches 2,500 hits with Houston Astros: With hit No. 2,500, Jose Altuve became just the second active major leaguer to reach that milestone and the ...
houstonchronicle.com/sports/astros/article/jose-altuve-houston-2500-hits-22422580.php
WNBA player rankings: The top 50 players in the league - ESPN: A'ja Wilson remains No. 1, but where are Caitlin Clark, Napheesa Collier and Angel Reese as the ...
espn.com/wnba/story/_/id/49659438/wnba-2026-top-50-player-rankings-wilson-clark-stewart-miles-bueckers
MLBTradeRumors.com Aug 20
Phillies Claim Andrew Hoffmann: The Phils grab an injured arm from the waiver wire.
mlbtraderumors.com/2026/08/phillies-claim-andrew-hoffmann.html
Shaedon Sharpe Out Six Months With Torn Meniscus
basketball.realgm.com/wiretap/287084/Shaedon-Sharpe-Out-Six-Months-With-Torn-Meniscus
MLB Standings - 2026 Regular Season Wild Card Standings - ESPN: Visit ESPN for the complete 2026 MLB season Wild Card standings. Includes winning percentage ...
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SN 140: The top college football teams of each decade dating back to the 1800s: See how the bluebloods became the bluebooods.
sportingnews.com/us/ncaa-football/news/sn-140-top-college-football-teams-each-decade-dating-back-1800s/d8bf63c9f219375126761c10
How Caitlin Clark's game has grown -- and where it still needs to improve - ESPN: Clark already has the most 20-point, 10-assist games in WNBA history ...
espn.com/wnba/story/_/id/49545510/wnba-2026-caitlin-clak-indiana-fever-career-strength-weaknesses
LeBron James signing with 76ers in stunner after leaving Lakers in free agency: LeBron James’ free-agency decision to join the 76ers ends his eight-season run ...
nypost.com/2026/07/24/sports/lebron-james-joining-76ers-after-leaving-lakers/
Key FactsLeBron James Joins Philadelphia 76ers in Major Move
Jul 24, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bleacherreport.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bleacherreport.com
- LeBron James agreed to a two-year, $8 million deal with the Philadelphia 76ers.
- This signing came after Philly acquired Jaylen Brown, seen as an upgrade from Paul George.
- The team's success heavily depends on Joel Embiid’s health, who has struggled with injuries in recent years.
- With a strengthened lineup including James, Brown, Maxey, and Edgecombe, the 76ers are serious Eastern Conference contenders again.
He wouldn't return for a ninth season with the Los Angeles Lakers.— Rich Paul, confirming to ESPN's Shams Charania that LeBron James wouldn't return for a ninth season with the Los Angeles Lakers.
100 days to women's college basketball: Top stories, players, games - ESPN: As we pass the 100-day mark to the 2026-27 women's basketball season ...
espn.com/womens-college-basketball/story/_/id/49456524/100-days-2026-27-womens-college-basketball-season-stories-players-games
Can the WNBA make its All-Star Game vibes last? - ESPN: Controversy after controversy marked the first half of the WNBA season. Fans and players are hoping the ...
espn.com/wnba/story/_/id/49469861/2026-wnba-all-star-game-controversy-caitlin-clark-paige-bueckers
Former NFL guard Jordan Devey, 38, died by suicide, family says - ESPN: Former NFL guard Jordan Devey died this week at the age of 38, with family saying the ...
espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/49445904/former-nfl-guard-jordan-devey-38-died-suicide-family-says
Karl Ravech laid off by ESPN after 33 years: After more than thirty years as an anchor and play-by-play man, Karl Ravech is one of the biggest names caught up in ...
awfulannouncing.com/espn/karl-ravech-laid-off-33-years.html
Lynx's Cheryl Reeve sets WNBA record for regular-season wins - ESPN: The Lynx gave Cheryl Reeve, who already boasted the most total wins including postseason ...
espn.com/wnba/story/_/id/49312036/lynx-cheryl-reeve-sets-wnba-record-regular-season-wins
Celtics announce preseason schedule, including two Jaylen Brown matchups: The Celtics will face Jaylen Brown's 76ers in two of their four 2026 preseason ...
bostonherald.com/2026/07/20/celtics-announce-preseason-schedule-including-two-jaylen-brown-matchups/
Key FactsCeltics’ Controversial Jaylen Brown Trade Sparks Backlash
Jul 2, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bostonglobe.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bostonglobe.com
- Jaylen Brown, a five-time All-Star and key Celtics player, was unexpectedly traded to the 76ers for Paul George and multiple draft picks.
- Paul George suffers from injuries and holds a burdensome contract that could hamper the team’s long-term prospects.
- The Celtics’ front office showed little regard for Brown’s contributions, aiming to move him regardless of the return.
- This trade is widely regarded as one of the franchise’s worst, raising doubts about the Celtics’ strategic direction.
I wasn’t thrilled with the amount of respect that was shown during this process.— Jaylen Brown on his Twitch stream, discussing his trade from the Celtics to the 76ers.
76ers Emerging As Possible LeBron James Free Agency Destination: Evaluating Superstar’s Fit in Philadelphia
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Key FactsLeBron James Ends Lakers Era After 8 Seasons
Jun 30, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nytimes.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nytimes.com
- LeBron James, the NBA’s all-time leading scorer, will continue his career into a record 24th season but not with the Lakers.
- He averaged 20.9 points last season and helped lead a depleted Lakers squad to the second round of the playoffs.
- James adapted to a reduced role as the team’s third offensive option, shooting 56.2 percent from the field in March.
- His agent emphasized the desire to compete for championships and make the most of remaining seasons, motivating the move away from Los Angeles.
MLBPA labor proposal would increase roster size, protect players from demotion: The Major League Baseball Players Association is seeking to expand rosters to ...
usatoday.com/story/sports/mlb/2026/07/01/mlb-lockout-cba-players-union/90772594007/
Kings To Meet With Jalen Duren, Plan To Offer Domantas Sabonis In Sign-And-Trade
basketball.realgm.com/wiretap/286397/Kings-To-Meet-With-Jalen-Duren-Plan-To-Offer-Domantas-Sabonis-In-Sign-And-Trade
Opposition view: Magnanimous Baxter gives full credit to Saints after final: Rob Baxter was typically magnanimous in defeat as the Exeter Chiefs boss gave full ...
daventryexpress.co.uk/sport/rugby-union/opposition-view-magnanimous-baxter-gives-full-credit-to-saints-after-final-8752468
The Globe and Mail Jun 16
Key FactsMLB Warns Giants Over Bible Verses on Pride Caps
Jun 16, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: huffpost.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: huffpost.com
- Pitchers Landen Roupp, JT Brubaker, and Ryan Walker displayed Bible verses on their caps during Pride Night.
- Major League Baseball stated the inscriptions breached uniform rules and issued warnings against future infractions.
- Roupp cited a Genesis passage symbolizing God's covenant and the rainbow as its sign.
- Giants manager Tony Vitello noted players have the autonomy to decide what they wear during games.
The writing on the cap violates our rules and consistent with normal practice we have warned the players about future violations,— MLB in a statement
Maple Leafs trade Woll, Benoit to Philadelphia: The Toronto Maple Leafs are sending goaltender Joseph Woll and defenceman Simon Benoit to the Philadelphia Flyers ...
cp24.com/local/toronto/2026/06/16/maple-leafs-trade-goalie-joseph-woll-to-philadelphia/
Harrison makes impactful debut in Tempo win after battling back from injury: Toronto Tempo forward Isabelle Harrison played her first game of the regular season ...
cp24.com/news/sports/2026/06/07/harrison-makes-impactful-debut-in-tempo-win-after-battling-back-from-injury/
MLB players union soundly rejects league's salary cap proposal as bad in every way
usatoday.com/story/sports/mlb/columnist/bob-nightengale/2026/06/01/mlb-players-association-rejects-owners-salary-cap-lockout-threats/90360848007/
Vegas won just 39 games in the regular season but SEVENTEEN overtime losses were enough to get them into the NHL postseason ... Show more
Caitlin Clark’s star power has put all 44 Indiana Fever regular-season games on national TV or streaming — despite their market size ... Show more
When it comes to TV, Caitlin Clark, Fever are in a league of their own
When it comes to TV, Caitlin Clark, Fever are in a league of their own
Sources: College football coaches throwing support behind 24-team CFP format: The AFCA voted to recommend that college leaders implement an expanded playoff ...
sports.yahoo.com/college-football/breaking-news/article/sources-college-football-coaches-throwing-support-behind-24-team-cfp-format-210748377.html
[Passan] Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal will undergo surgery to remove loose bodies in his left elbow. Such procedures typically sideline players for 2-3 ...
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![[Passan] Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal will undergo surgery to remove ...](https://external-preview.redd.it/EsNqB48o34Tz6BuwjLpDYSBVhS_qZXVDzkIHp08vcHI.png?width=320&crop=smart&auto=webp&s=d5f620516ed1ef402992eb359c7eb10e01b0db8e)
Senior Kreis Metz dropped a walk-off hit into deep right field, driving in Noah Bonner to lift Hereford past Dulaney, 5-4 ... Show more
John Sterling, longtime radio voice of the New York Yankees, has died at 87 after a 36-season career.
The New York native called 5 ... Show more
OpinionThank fired Phillies manager Rob Thomson for all the winning but don’t blame him for the flawed roster
inquirer.com/phillies/phillies-rob-thomson-fired-roster-team-record-20260428.html
Key FactsPhillies Replace Manager Amid Early Season Struggles
Apr 28, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: mlbtraderumors.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: mlbtraderumors.com
- Rob Thomson was dismissed following a disappointing 9-19 start, with Don Mattingly appointed as interim manager for the remainder of the 2026 season.
- Mattingly’s promotion follows Dusty Wathan’s move to bench coach and Anthony Contreras stepping up as third base coach; Mattingly’s son is the team’s general manager.
- Although Thomson led the Phillies to multiple division titles and playoff appearances, postseason struggles and internal conflicts contributed to his firing.
- Philadelphia must maintain a winning percentage above 60% to contend, facing ongoing challenges in offense production and pitching depth.
To be able to do it with him would be incredible.— Don Mattingly said this about the possibility of managing the Phillies alongside his son Preston as GM; the quote highlights the historic father-son GM/manager dynamic mentioned in the report.
'A good place to learn lessons from' as table-topping Saints target improvement: Sam Vesty says the Gallagher PREM top spot is a ‘good place to learn lessons ...
daventryexpress.co.uk/sport/rugby-union/a-good-place-to-learn-lessons-from-as-table-topping-saints-target-improvement-8485447
'They played very well and we were very poor', says Saints boss Dowson: ‘They played very well and we were very poor’.
daventryexpress.co.uk/sport/rugby-union/they-played-very-well-and-we-were-very-poor-says-saints-boss-dowson-7588688
Dax Whitney, Top 2027 MLB Draft Prospect, To Miss Oregon State Start Due To Arm Injury
baseballamerica.com/stories/dax-whitney-top-2027-mlb-draft-prospect-to-miss-oregon-state-start-due-to-arm-injury/
athlonsports.com Apr 20
Indiana Fever Facing Caitlin Clark Decision After Major Roster Move: The Indiana Fever struck gold when they drafted Caitlin Clark, but the franchise faces a ...
athlonsports.com/wnba/indiana-fever/indiana-fever-facing-caitlin-clark-decision-after-aliyah-boston-move
Valkyries sign free agent Tiffany Hayes to one-year contract - ESPN: The Valkyries have re-signed free agent guard Tiffany Hayes to a one-year deal ...
espn.com/wnba/story/_/id/48521947/valkyries-sign-free-agent-tiffany-hayes-one-year-contract
Take a look at the 10 most-viewed players across NBA social media platforms for the 2025-26 regular season.
The SoFi NBA Play-In tips off Tuesday, April 14 ... Show more
Avalanche coach Jared Bednar to miss two games after taking puck to the face: Colorado Avalanche coach Jared Bednar will miss the next two games after getting ...
denverpost.com/2026/04/12/avalanche-bednar-puck-face-injuries/
Heading into the playoffs, the Cavs close the regular season with a 130–117 win over Washington Sunday at Rocket Arena.
Picture: John Kuntz, cleveland.com
threads.com Apr 04
[Haynes] Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Dončić has been diagnosed with a Grade 2 left hamstring strain and will be out for the remainder of the regular season. Show more
Angel Reese traded by Sky after 'different direction' threats: Angel Reese was traded on Monday morning from the Chicago Sky to the Atlanta Dream ...
nypost.com/2026/04/06/sports/angel-reese-traded-by-sky-after-different-direction-threats/
Key FactsAngel Reese Joins Atlanta Dream in Major Trade
Apr 6, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nypost.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: nypost.com
- Angel Reese was traded from the Chicago Sky to the Atlanta Dream on Monday morning.
- The Sky received first-round draft picks in 2027 and 2028 as part of the deal, while Atlanta gained a second-round pick swap in 2028.
- Reese averaged 14 points and 13 rebounds per game over her first two WNBA seasons.
- The trade came after Reese expressed frustration with her team and indicated a possible change in direction.
I’d like to be here for my career, but if things don’t pan out, obviously I might have to move in a different direction and do what’s best for me. But while I am here, I’m going to try to stay open-minded about what I have here and maximize that as much as I can.— Angel Reese told the Chicago Tribune in an interview.
[Charania] The investigation has found that the Bucks scheduled Giannis to work out last week in three-on-three scrimmages as part of his return-to-play ... Show more