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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.
The Indianapolis Colts are fielding “plenty of calls” on several trade‑eligible players—most notably RB Jonathan Taylor, WR Josh Downs, and NT Grover Stewart—according to NFL insider Jordan Schultz. Despite the interest, the team plans to wait until after its Week 9 home game against the Dallas Cowboys on November 5 before making any moves, aiming for a “Christian McCaffrey‑level” return or at least a first‑round pick for Taylor. Recent trades of veterans Quenton Nelson and DeForest Buckner have sparked talk that Indy may have undervalued those deals, prompting a more cautious approach ahead of the November 10 deadline.
BOSTON – The No. 4 UConn men's basketball team is shipping up for a top-20 showdown and national championship rematch on Friday night, heading to the TD Garden to take on No. 16 Michigan (1-0) in the TNT Sports Hall of Fame Series Boston presented by Amica Insurance. The contest with air on TNT, truTV and HBO Max with tip-off set for 8 p.m. and Brian Anderson, Grant Hill and Lauren Jbara on the call.
During Thursday’s press day, Detroit Lions coordinators shared the strategic tweaks behind their latest win over the Vikings and the emotional fallout from Jack Campbell’s injury. Defensive coordinator Kelvin Sheppard broke down in tears after seeing Campbell go down, but cited the rallying cry of Aidan Hutchinson and a rare blitz on a critical fourth down as signs of the team’s unity. Offensive coordinator Drew Petzing explained the origin of the “side‑car” two‑tight‑end set and the pre‑snap run for Amon‑Ra St. Brown, crediting input from run‑game coach Hank Fraley, passing coordinator Mike Kafka, and even CFL tape. He also defended using 12‑ and 13‑personnel formations despite earlier EPA struggles, emphasizing match‑up exploitation over personnel labels.
Start em or sit em? Fantasy football start or sit decisions can be excruciating. While it feels great to make the right call and cruise to fantasy glory, it hurts just as much when you have someone erupt while on ... read more »
Start em or sit em? Fantasy football start or sit decisions can be excruciating. While it feels great to make the right call and cruise to fantasy glory, it hurts just as much when you have someone erupt while on ... read more »
Despite an 0-7 start and league‑leading 4.7% interception rate, Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert receives high praise from Texans defensive end Will Anderson Jr. ahead of Sunday’s matchup. Anderson calls Herbert a "great quarterback" with a big arm and mobility, while also noting the Chargers’ solid O‑line and running backs despite their league‑low rushing stats. The article highlights the Chargers’ 17 turnovers, seven fumbles and poor run game, stressing that a win in Los Angeles is crucial for their season hopes.
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Alabama coach Nate Oats praises guard Aden Holloway’s growth after a two‑game suspension stemming from a March marijuana possession arrest that sidelined him during last season’s NCAA Tournament. Oats highlights Holloway’s improved leadership, communication, and resilience, noting he’s become a “leader since he got back this summer.” The 16.8‑point per game sophomore returns for his 2026‑27 debut on Nov. 9 against the Oakland Golden Grizzlies, after Alabama opened the season with a 96‑74 win over Sam Houston State. Holloway’s 48% field‑goal and 43.8% three‑point shooting make him a key addition for a Crimson Tide squad rebuilding from its Sweet 16 run.
Start em or sit em? Fantasy football start or sit decisions can be excruciating. While it feels great to make the right call and cruise to fantasy glory, it hurts just as much when you have someone erupt while on ... read more »
Penn State opens its 2026‑27 season with a 28‑point debut from Roko Prkačin, posting a rout over Canisius and now faces the Chattanooga Mocs on Nov. 5 at 6 p.m. EST on BTN. The Mocs, led by former Nittany Lion coach Dan Earl, rely heavily on three‑point shooting (36.4% in their debut) but struggled on the glass and free throws. With both squads in only their second game together, Penn State’s pressure defense and rebounding edge should dominate. The preview predicts an 88‑78 PSU win.
Start em or sit em? Fantasy football start or sit decisions can be excruciating. While it feels great to make the right call and cruise to fantasy glory, it hurts just as much when you have someone erupt while on ... read more »
Minnesota Vikings reportedly name Carson Wentz their starter against Buffalo as Kyler Murray deals with a hamstring injury suffered against Detroit.
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The Minnesota Vikings have confirmed Carson Wentz will start at quarterback for Monday Night Football against the Buffalo Bills in Week 9, while starting QB Kyler Murray sits with a sore hamstring suffered against the Lions last week. Schefter’s earlier hint is now official, and Wentz—who threw three TDs in the season‑opening win over the Packers after Murray’s injury—will lead the Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium on Nov. 5.
Luka Dončić is carrying the Los Angeles Lakers on a historic scoring wave, hitting 40+ points in five of their last six games, including a 116-103 win over Sacramento. He’s averaging 42.8 points, 8.5 rebounds and 8.3 assists while shooting 63.3% inside the arc and 44.9% from three. With 308 points in the first eight games, he’s the first player since Michael Jordan in 1988 to reach that mark, and he just set a new NBA record for six straight games with at least 35 points, five rebounds and five assists. Teammates and coach JJ Redick credit his firepower for the Lakers’ three‑game winning streak.
The Seattle Mariners announce 36‑year‑old Jason Kanzler as their new manager, marking his first managerial role after serving as the Cubs' Director of Player Development. General Manager Jerry Dipoto praises Kanzler’s communication skills despite concerns over his lack of experience and the franchise’s recent turnover of managers. The team projects an 86‑win season, but a youthful roster—featuring rookies Colt Emerson, Kade Anderson, Michael Arroyo and Lazaro Montes—faces a steep WAR deficit after the departures of Julio Rodríguez, Cal Raleigh, Josh Naylor and Randy Arozarena. Kanzler’s talent‑development background may be key as the Mariners aim for a “do‑or‑die” push next year.
Jimmy Carr sparked controversy with an obscene joke about 20‑year‑old Kimi Antonelli barely a week after the Italian secured the 2026 F1 World Championship at the Mexican Grand Prix—becoming the youngest champion at 20 years, 68 days, with nine wins and 16 podiums. Antonelli, who edged out Max Verstappen, Lewis Hamilton and George Russell, is now preparing for the São Paulo Grand Prix and plans a special Ayrton Senna‑tribute helmet. He also announced he will keep his personal number 12 for 2027, leaving the traditional #1 unused on the grid. Carr’s remark—"Italians and Germans don’t mix well"—has drawn criticism amid Antonelli’s historic rise.
Four Detroit Lions players, including Cade Mays, D.J. Reed and DJ Wonnum, were absent from Thursday's media-access practice ahead of the Dolphins game.
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The Finn is under serious pressure to retain his F1 seat, with a number of replacements emerging
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As free agency and arbitration loom, all five AL Central clubs plot 2027 division bids. Chicago, fresh from an 84-78 season and a playoff run, must lock up arbitration‑eligible slugger Miguel Vargas and decide whether to retain pitcher Sean Newcomb while adding a contact hitter like Luis Arráez or a starter such as Freddy Peralta. Detroit, despite posting the league’s best ERA, needs offensive firepower; extensions for Riley Greene and a power‑hitting second baseman like Brandon Lowe are top priorities. The article breaks down each team’s payroll flexibility, key free agents, and arbitration cases, highlighting how contrasting strategies—power versus pitching—will shape the Central’s future.
Calvin Johnson says one middle school practice almost ended his football career. #Lions
Former Alabama star Mark Ingram backs the Crimson Tide to edge LSU 31-28 in Baton Rouge, outlining a game plan that mirrors Alabama’s recent win over Mississippi State. He emphasizes a fast start, early turnovers, protecting quarterback Keelon Russell, and dominating the line of scrimmage. Ingram points to a forced fumble and pick‑six against the Bulldogs as a template for beating the Tigers, whose CFP hopes hinge on the outcome of Saturday’s 3:30 p.m. ET showdown on ABC.