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 Detroit Lions are reportedly among several teams that have expressed interest in Arizona Cardinals edge rusher Josh Sweat. However, his asking price and contract situation could complicate a deal.
The Buffalo Bills face the Minnesota Vikings on Monday Night Football (Nov. 9, 2026) at 7:15 p.m. CT (8:15 p.m. ET) in Minneapolis. The Week 9 showdown, featuring two 6‑1 division leaders, airs nationally on ESPN and ABC (local ABC: KSTP) and streams via the ESPN app, with an alternate Pat McAfee Show cast on ESPN2. Joe Buck and Troy Aikman call the game; ESPN’s Field Pass and NFL Network’s MNF Playbook offer extra analysis. Betting lines list Buffalo as a 3‑point road favorite. Key injuries include Vikings QB Carson Wentz starting in Kyler Murray’s place and several players listed as questionable on both sides. The game also marks Minnesota’s Salute to Service event, highlighted by Adrian Peterson’s Ring of Honor induction.
The Chargers’ Week 9 loss to the Texans highlights a stark contrast between starters and backups, with backups outperforming the regular unit. Derius Davis earns a career‑high 90.1 grade, catching a 58‑yard TD from rookie QB D.J. Uiagalelei, who posts a 65.2 grade and throws his first NFL touchdown. Justin Herbert struggles with a 46.3 grade and his 11th interception of the season. Defensively, LB Marlowe Wax shines with a 91.3 grade, while cornerbacks tumble, led by Donte Jackson’s 28.6 rating. The PFF grades underscore a chaotic game where backups score quickly but the overall unit remains underwhelming.
The Falcons’ gamble on 42‑year‑old veteran kicker Nick Folk is backfiring. After a 72.2% conversion rate—five misses in nine games and his first sub‑40‑yard miss since 2017—Folk is posting his worst numbers since 2009. The article argues the team should have pursued a younger, long‑term solution instead of a short‑term fix, especially as Atlanta rebuilds, highlighted by the recent trade of Jessie Bates III. With eight games left, the Falcons could use the period as a tryout for emerging kickers.
The Las Vegas Raiders fall 38-17 to the San Francisco 49ers on Nov. 8, 2026, plagued by five second‑half turnovers. After a 21-10 halftime deficit, quarterback Kirk Cousins throws two interceptions that directly lead to 14 points for San Francisco. Despite a 69‑yard touchdown drive and a brief rally, the Raiders lose another chance when tight end Michael Mayer fumbles in the end zone. San Francisco’s offense, led by Brock Purdy’s 37‑yard TD pass to Jordan Watkins, racks up 31 points, marking the sixth straight game the Raiders have allowed 30+ points—a modern NFL record. Rookie head coach Klint Kubiak’s Raiders improve to 4‑5 but remain far from competing with elite teams.
The Panthers fell 24-20 at home to the 6-2 Denver Broncos on Nov. 8, but many argue it was a moral victory. Carolina outgained Denver, averaged more yards per play and limited the Broncos to 3.0 yards per rush, while Bryce Young threw for 276 yards and posted a season‑high 86.5 QBR. Mistakes—fluky interceptions, missed pass‑interference calls and questionable penalties by practice‑squad cornerbacks—tilted the outcome. The author notes the defense looks improved under the new coordinator and the offense showed flashes of early‑season form, suggesting the team can bounce back when the schedule eases. The piece debates whether the performance, despite the loss, signals a positive turning point.
In Episode 90 of the Viva El Birdos podcast, hosts Jake Wood and Gabe Simonds sit down with Derrick Goold, the St. Louis Post‑Dispatch’s lead baseball writer and host of Best Podcast In Baseball. Goold breaks down the Cardinals’ front‑office shake‑up after assistant GM Randy Flores departs for the Astros and argues for fresh external perspectives. He also discusses hiring hitting coach Joel McKeithan to develop a younger roster, the looming risk of missed games from upcoming CBA talks, and the financial hit from declining Regional Sports Network revenues. The conversation ends with a deep dive into the fan‑team metric clash—wins versus long‑term development.
The New York Islanders enter the second week of November looking to establish some consistency. With the Eastern Conference standings starting to develop, every stretch of games offers an opportunity…
After 22 years as North Carolina A&T’s associate athletics director for communications, Brian Hollowey departs, leaving a legacy of relentless dedication. He single‑handedly managed media for 17 sports, from football’s Celebration Bowl triumphs under coaches Rod Broadway and Sam Washington to basketball, track, and even back‑to‑back volleyball and football events. Despite two kidney transplants and six years on dialysis, Hollowey kept the Aggies’ story alive, producing releases, press conferences, media guides, and digital content. His exit underscores the broader challenges HBCU sports information directors face—vast workloads, limited staffing, and modest compensation—while highlighting his lasting impact on the MEAC and HBCU community.
Mickey Moniak’s breakout 2026 season proves he’s a fixture in Colorado. After a thumb injury delayed his debut, he surged in April with a .315/.361/.652 slash line and eight homers in 25 games, followed by a power‑filled May despite a dip to .230 average. A birthday‑day triple‑plus‑double on May 14 made him one shy of a cycle. An ankle‑tendonitis stint in late May stalled his momentum, but he rebounded in July, posting a .320/.338/.560 line and 128 wRC+. Trade rumors fizzled, and the Rockies rewarded him with a two‑year, $16.25 million extension through 2028. Moniak’s blend of power and consistency suggests he’s here to stay.
Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes avoided a major injury after appearing to suffer an arm injury in the second quarter of Sunday's 35-12 win against the New York Jets, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.
The Wisconsin Badgers secure a 6-3 bowl‑eligible record after beating Rutgers 10‑0, highlighted by a dominant defensive effort. Sophomore linebacker Cooper Catalano leads the nation with 89 tackles, tops the Big Ten in the stat, and adds 2.5 tackles for loss, four pass breakups and a forced fumble. His performance earns him a spot on the Chuck Bednarik Award watchlist, joining teammate Mason Posa. Catalano has recorded 10+ tackles in three consecutive games, averaging just under ten per outing, positioning him as a top defensive candidate nationally.
The NBA is taking the 2028 All-Star Game to South Florida.
The Philadelphia Flyers enter another important week of the 2026-27 NHL season with several questions to address. As the schedule moves deeper into November, the club’s ability to establish a…
Kyle Whittingham reveals what convinced him to fire Jason Beck and insists outside pressure had nothing to do with Michigan's coaching change.
Don't close the door on Shedeur Sanders starting again for the Cleveland Browns during the 2026 NFL season.
The Detroit Lions sit 6-2 after nine weeks and face a tight NFC North race, making the Nov. 10, 2026 trade deadline crucial. GM Brad Holmes is reportedly scouting defensive backs and linebackers after Jack Campbell’s neck injury, with ESPN’s Dan Graziano confirming the Lions are still "poking around" for a cornerback. Rumors also link the team to potential targets like Eagles’ Riq Woolen, Commanders’ Mike Sainristil, or Dolphins’ Jordyn Brooks, while a prior attempt to acquire Joey Porter Jr. fell through. The post tracks all league moves, from the Jaguars grabbing S Jessie Bates (Nov. 9) to the Cowboys landing CB Joey Porter Jr. (Oct. 1), and will be updated through the deadline.
The Los Angeles Chargers sit 0‑8, the NFL's only winless team, as the trade deadline looms. Despite rumors they’ll protect key players, the article examines whether the Bolts should move assets to rebuild, referencing the 44‑22 loss to the Houston Texans, a possible fractured finger for QB Justin Herbert, and speculation about future trades. It also links to related NFL news, including the Jaguars acquiring safety Jessie Bates and a trade request from Jets' WR Will McDonald. Fans are invited to weigh in on the team’s strategy ahead of the deadline.
New Zealand's Raecene McGregor is an out and proud LGBTQ athlete who'll play in her third World Cup final this weekend.
Louisville Cardinals head coach Jeff Brohm outlines the team’s outlook ahead of their road matchup against North Carolina, praising the Tar Heels’ stout D‑line, efficient quarterback and nation‑leading touchdown tight end. He stresses the need for disciplined, clean football and highlights recent improvements, noting a strong all‑round performance against Georgia Tech—efficient offense, solid defense with multiple three‑and‑outs, and decent special teams despite a muffed punt and roughing‑the‑kicker penalties. Brohm also pays tribute to a former NFL coach now in college, and mentions veteran advisor Mike Cassity’s limited involvement due to health issues.
The Detroit Lions add veteran safety Andre Cisco from the New York Jets before the 2026 trade deadline, sending the Jets a 2028 sixth‑round pick. Cisco, a 2021 third‑round pick who logged 63 games (47 starts) with Jacksonville and a recent one‑year, $2.5 million deal with New York, has seen limited snaps this season. Detroit hopes his box‑running ability and coverage skills—eight NFL interceptions, 26 passes defended and four forced fumbles—will shore up a safety corps plagued by injuries to Brian Branch, Kerby Joseph, and Thomas Harper. The move also creates roster flexibility for rookie Keith Abney.
Five mid-major basketball programs making early noise include Saint Louis, Nevada, High Point, East Texas A&M and UIC, with verified results and analysis.
NBA insider Shams Charania confirms that Miami and the Kaseya Center are set to host the 2028 NBA All-Star Weekend, marking the city’s first time in 38 years since the Heat’s 1990 event at the Miami Arena. The announcement signals a major return for the franchise to the league’s marquee showcase.
In this November 9 Sports360AZ podcast, Brad Cesmat critiques the Arizona Cardinals for racking up 18 penalties and surrendering 200 yards, while the NFL pushes Arizona’s prime‑time games to later slots and moves the league’s bye to December. Jon Wilner then spotlights Texas Tech’s 12‑1 win over Utah, clinching the Big 12’s second playoff spot, and predicts a UCLA quarterfinal at the Rose Bowl that could cost Lincoln Riley his USC job. He warns Arizona must win a 35‑30 shootout in Tucson to halt Devon Dampier’s Heisman‑run Utes. Daniel Rios crowns Utah’s graduate tackle Zereoue Williams the draft’s top OT, backs Boise State’s Dylan Riley and LSU’s Jackson Harris, names Georgia’s Chris Cole his top linebacker, and credits CJ Carr’s poise against Miami for boosting Notre Dame’s QB Heisman buzz.