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Legendary Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger reflects on his unbeaten streak against the Cleveland Browns—never losing a regular‑season game in Pittsburgh during his career. The blog recounts his dominant performances, highlights key victories, and notes that the streak still stands even years after his retirement.
Pedro Martínez clinched his first NL Cy Young Award on Nov. 11, 1997, becoming the first Expos player and the first Dominican pitcher to win the honor. He posted a 17-8 record with a league‑best 1.90 ERA, 13 complete games, a 0.932 WHIP and 305 strikeouts—the first Latin American to surpass 300 Ks in a season. Despite the triumph, Montreal traded him to the Red Sox a week later. Martínez would later add two more Cy Youngs (1999, 2000) and enter the Hall of Fame in 2015, cementing his legacy as one of baseball’s all‑time greats.
Rowland Office, the 1975 Topps rookie highlighted in the Hall of Fame’s #CardCorner series, logged a 29‑game hitting streak in 1976—the closest any of his 11‑year MLB career (Braves, Expos, Yankees) came to joining the 30‑game club. Drafted by Atlanta in the fourth round of 1970, Office debuted at 19, became the youngest player in the majors that season, and later backed up Dusty Baker while taking over for Hank Aaron after the legend’s record‑breaking 715th homer on April 8, 1974. He finished 1974 with a .246 average in 131 games and finished his career batting .259. The article traces his rise from high‑school star to its most memorable streak and includes a Topps card photo.
On November 4, 1975, Orioles ace Jim Palmer becomes the first American League pitcher to win two outright Cy Young Awards, following his 1973 triumph. He posted a career‑high 23 wins, 10 shutouts and a 2.09 ERA, outpacing runner‑up Catfish Hunter by 24 voting points. Despite a rough 1974 injury‑plagued season, Palmer rebounded with a dominant 1975, earning AL Player of the Month and a rare 12‑inning, two‑run no‑decision win. The Hall of Fame piece highlights his historic achievement and sets up his third Cy Young win in 1976.
The St. Louis Cardinals acquired reliever Eduardo Rivera in a small trade this week to improve their bullpen, and that may be how they add relievers this offseason as they await young, electric arms in their farm system to join the mix in 2027.
The Milwaukee Brewers celebrate their first-ever World Series title, but manager Pat Murphy recently softened his sharp anti‑Yankees remarks aimed at first baseman Jake Bauers. After Bauers earned NLCS MVP honors and posted a .266/.389/.484 line with 26 homers and 86 RBIs, Murphy’s “hot‑mic” comment about the Yankees' spending culture sparked backlash. He apologized to Yankees GM Brian Cashman, saying the comment targeted affluent teams, not the 2026 Yankees. With a $23.15 million qualifying offer on the table until Nov 17, Bauers’ free‑agency future remains uncertain amid a looming CBA lockout.
The 26/27 Premier League table if VAR got every decision correct has been revealed.
Sam Darnold and the Seattle Seahawks are not having a good 2026 NFL season so far. The franchise has lost another game, this time to the Chicago Bears. The defending Super Bowl champions were defeated with an embarrassing score of 17-34. The team now has just four wins and four losses so far this season. […] The post NFL Under Fire After Bears LB Escapes Punishment for Questionable Hit on Sam Darnold appeared first on Gridiron Heroics .
Week 8 is in the books, and we might be seeing some contenders emerge. The Bears certainly look like a force to be reckoned with after the beatdown they put on the Seahawks on Monday night, while Josh Allen and the Bills continue to rack up wins over in the AFC. As always, eight sources […] The post NFL Power Rankings GPA: Week 9 appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .
Steelers Depot notes that ILB Patrick Queen’s stock is on the rise after delivering one of his strongest performances for Pittsburgh. Adjusting to new defensive coordinator Patrick Graham, Queen has shown increased confidence, especially over the past two weeks, signaling a promising impact on the Steelers’ defense.
If history holds, Baker Mayfield will be the answer to bar bets for the next 52 years. Mayfield did not complete a pass Sunday in the Bucs’ 16-0 thrashing of the Dixie Chicks. The last quarterback to win a game […] The post Did Baker Mayfield Make History On Sunday? appeared first on JoeBucsFan.com .
New York Jets cornerback D'Angelo Ponds needs his playing time to be increased, and it's a wonder why Aaron Glenn has yet to put him on the field more.
The Chicago Bears have three potential trade targets remaining after landing Jeffery Simmons, including two edge rushers and a safety.
Should the Minnesota Twins target Jake Bauers even though he received a qualifying offer?
A look at some players the Dallas Cowboys should look to add and some players they should offload before the NFL trade deadline.
The Patriots have a long list of dream trade targets they could call about ahead of next week's deadline.
Ahead of the Patriots‑Packers Week 9 showdown, seven former players and coaches have tied the two clubs together. Notable names include ex‑Patriots running back Pierre Strong Jr., now on Green Bay’s 53‑man roster after a 2022 fourth‑round pick, and former Patriots tight end Jonnu Smith, who bounced from New England to the Steelers before landing with the Packers this season. Defensive tackle David Blay Jr. and safety John Saunders Jr. both moved from New England’s practice squads to Green Bay. On the Patriots side, wide receiver Romeo Doubs, a 2022 fourth‑round pick of the Packers, is on IR, and guard Greg Van Roten, also a former Packer, sits on IR with a thigh injury. The article details each player’s stats and how their paths intersect before the 4:25 p.m. ET kickoff at Gillette Stadium.
The latest CelticsMailbag tackles the buzz around Mitchell Robinson’s early-season slump, questioning if he’s “washed” after a sub‑par start. Readers also get hot takes on Derrick White’s trade value, with arguments for and against moving him before a possible decline, and a debate over whether to shift minutes from Grant Garza to rookie Chris Cenac. The author urges patience for Robinson’s fit, while highlighting the thin margin on White’s athleticism and the strategic roster tweaks the Celtics could make as the season unfolds.
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Jerry Jones says he’s still confident in the Cowboys’ defense despite a 27-24 overtime loss to the Cardinals on Nov. 4, 2026, where the unit surrendered four straight touchdowns after a 14-3 first‑half lead. Jones praises the "trend" under defensive coordinator Christian Parker, noting recent roster and coaching changes but acknowledging lingering inconsistency. He rules out firing head coach Mike Schottenheimer this season, though future changes look likely. The article also flags kicker Brandon Aubrey’s missed 61‑yard field goal and contract concerns surrounding WR George Pickens and CB Joey Porter Jr., while noting former star Jason Witten’s new role at Oklahoma.
Kevin O’Connell’s approach is under scrutiny after the Minnesota Vikings wasted a strong Brian Flores defensive performance in Detroit.
The Canadiens’ news roundup highlights swirling trade talk about Nikita Kucherov, while rookie defenseman Luke Mittelstadt leads the AHL with 16 points in 11 games and earns Rookie of the Month. Michigan’s Michael Hage tops the Big Ten with 19 points in nine games. Injured forward Ivan Demidov was seen skating at the Bell Centre despite a walking boot. Montreal suffers a dramatic 5‑4 OT loss to the Jets after a four‑goal, two‑minute collapse, sparked by a missed slew‑foot call on Florian Xhekaj. Brothers Florian and Arber Xhekaj each assisted on Owen Beck’s goal, joining the league’s brother‑duo list. The Jets waive 2022 first‑rounder Brad Lambert, and Kaiden Guhle emerges as a stabilizing force on the Habs’ blue line. Montreal sits fifth in the inaugural NHL power rankings.
After brake‑checking Austin Cindric into retirement at Martinsville, Spire Motorsports’ Carson Hocevar faces criticism for his on‑track aggression and perceived insincerity. 23XI Insider Freddie Kraft, on the “Door Bumper Clear” podcast, calls Hocevar’s answers “bull***” and questions a suspicious spin while being lapped by William Byron. Hocevar’s past alleged intentional spin at New Hampshire draws further ire. Although NASCAR has not penalized him yet, Spire suspends Hocevar from the Homestead‑Miami Cup finale, replacing him with Justin Haley. The 13th‑place driver now must rely on competitors’ results to protect his points standing.
Stephen A. Smith links Draymond Green’s recent ejection—after a tussle with Phoenix Suns center Khaman Maluach that led to two technicals—to the infamous 2016 NBA Finals incident when Green’s suspension helped LeBron James and the Cavaliers mount a comeback. Smith argues that despite Green’s therapy work, his disciplinary record (six career suspensions and numerous postseason techs) threatens the Warriors’ title hopes, even as Steve Kerr and Stephen Curry downplay the incident following a 116-113 win over Phoenix. The analyst urges Green to stay composed, noting no further suspension is currently expected.
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The right-back has been linked with a sensational return to Anfield, and a report has revealed Madrid's stance on selling him