The Indiana Pacers face the Atlanta Hawks on Monday with only seven players available to see the court. Coach Rick Carlisle lists Quenton Jackson, Kelly Oubre, Jarace Walker, Jalen Slawson, Jay Huff, Braden Smith and Kobe Brown as the active lineup, while Obi Toppin, though dressed, sits out. All five starters are out—Pascal Siakam rests, and Tyrese Haliburton, Andrew Nembhard, Aaron Nesmith and Ivica Zubac are injured or managing injuries. The move may be strategic, giving the starters a break before the Pacers’ next game against Memphis on Wednesday. The game offers a rare glimpse at the roster’s depth under fire.
Robin Yount addressed thousands of Brewers fans at the October 30 championship rally in Milwaukee, celebrating the franchise’s first World Series title (a 4‑2 win over the Tampa Bay Rays). He paid tribute to beloved broadcaster Bob Uecker, who died in 2025, saying he could still feel Uecker’s presence throughout the season. Yount, the 1982 Brewers star, recalled the late broadcaster’s iconic “Major League” moment and highlighted the team’s historic triumph, the city’s second World Series crown after the 1957 Braves victory.
The Atlanta Hawks (3-4) travel to Gainbridge Fieldhouse tonight at 7:30 PM EDT to face a shorthanded Indiana Pacers (2-5). Atlanta lists five key absences: Jalen Johnson (ankle), Jock Landale (hip), Mouhamed Gueye (foot), Henri Veesaar (ACL) and Kingston Flemings (suspension). The Hawks will start CJ McCollum, Nickeil Alexander‑Walker, Dyson Daniels, Luguentz Dort and Onyeka Okongwu. The game airs on Peachtree TV (WPCH) and Atlanta News First, streams via Amazon Prime, NBA League Pass and YouTube TV, and is on Sports Radio 92.9 the Game.
Patriots coach Mike Vrabel steals the spotlight in New England's 24-19 win over Miami when his challenge flag sails 15 yards and overturns a touchdown call. CBS’s Andrew Catalon jokes that Vrabel’s throw beats Tampa Bay QB Baker Mayfield’s miserable outing against the Falcons, where Mayfield went 0‑3 for zero yards and a 39.6 passer rating. The successful challenge restores a key Patriots touchdown, while Mayfield’s flawless‑nil performance becomes the day’s punchline.
James Pearce Jr. finishes an eight‑game suspension and is cleared to play for the Atlanta Falcons against the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday. The defensive end, who posted 10.5 sacks, 10 tackles for loss and 16 QB hits as a rookie, was sidelined after a February arrest that led to aggravated‑battery and other charges. Coach Kevin Stefanski welcomes his return, expecting the move to boost the Falcons' pass rush following a recent shutout loss to Tampa Bay. Commissioner Roger Goodell officially lifted the suspension.
The NFL transaction wire confirms that Falcons outside linebacker James Pearce Jr. is reinstated after missing eight games for a domestic‑violence suspension. Pearce, a 2025 first‑round pick (26th overall) who logged 10.5 sacks and 27 tackles last season, faces a five‑charge indictment stemming from a February incident with former girlfriend Rickea Jackson. The Falcons aim to slot him back into the lineup before their Week 9 game in Madrid against the Bengals. Pearce is in the second year of a four‑year, $16.76 million contract with a fifth‑year option.
The Atlanta Braves keep the buzz alive after the season ends. First baseman Matt Olson and utility man Mauricio Dubón each earned a second consecutive Gold Glove—Olson’s fourth overall, Dubón’s third. Former owner Ted Turner is now a candidate for the 2027 Baseball Hall of Fame, needing 12 of 16 committee votes at the December Winter Meetings. Fans can also catch the debut of “Becoming a Brave” at 6 p.m. on BravesVision, a behind‑the‑scenes look at the 2026 draft class.
The Pacers announce that All‑Star forward Pascal Siakam will sit out Monday’s matchup with the Atlanta Hawks, citing rest. Siakam joins a growing injury list that now includes Tyrese Haliburton (hamstring), Ivica Zubac (ankle), Andrew Nembhard (cervical), Aaron Nesmith (hamstring), T.J. McConnell (hamstring), Ben Sheppard (meniscus surgery) and Johnny Furphy (ACL repair), with Larry Nance Jr. doubtful and Obi Toppin questionable. With seven starters unavailable, Indiana enters its eighth game of the season on a four‑game losing streak, prompting coach Rick Carlisle to adopt a cautious approach. The article details the roster depletion and its impact on the Pacers’ chances against the Hawks.
In Week 8 the Tampa Bay Buccaneers shocked the NFL by beating the Atlanta Falcons 16‑0 without completing a single pass. Coach Todd Bowles and offensive coordinator Zac Robinson pivoted to a run‑first identity, leaning on a dominant offensive line and backs Bucky Irving and Kenny Gainwell, who combined for 324 rushing yards. ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler calls the shift a "watershed" moment that rescued the Bucs from a 1‑6 slump and revitalized their NFC South playoff hopes, even as quarterback Baker Mayfield remains under scrutiny.
The Atlanta Falcons have cut two edge rushers, releasing outside linebacker Jared Ivey from the 53-man roster and practice‑squad youngster Drake Jackson on Monday, according to team site reporter Tori McElhaney. Jackson, a 2022 second‑round pick from USC who spent his rookie year with the 49ers and later signed with Washington before joining Atlanta’s practice squad, is now a free agent. Ivey’s roster status isn’t detailed, but both moves clear space for new talent as the Falcons reshape their defense ahead of the season.
Andrew Nembhard is out for Monday's game against Atlanta with a cervical strain, leaving the Pacers thin in the backcourt alongside Haliburton and Zubac.
The Washington Nationals designated infielder José Tena for assignment, giving them five days to trade or waive him. Tena, a 26‑year‑old who came from Cleveland in the 2024 Lane Thomas deal, posted a .240/.303/.358 line in 227 games and saw limited action in 2026. The moves also saw left‑hander PJ Poulin and reliever Richard Lovelady clear waivers (Poulin becomes a free agent, Lovelady already opted out) and pitcher Ken Waldichuk assigned to Triple‑A Rochester. Meanwhile, the Nats claimed pitchers Paxton Schultz (Reds) and Mitchell Parker (Braves). The roster shuffle reflects the looming Rule 5 deadline on Nov. 17 and the end of the injured list today.
The Washington Nationals trim their 40-man roster after a crunch, DFA’ing several players and moving others to free agency. Left‑handed reliever PJ Poulin and starter‑turned‑reliever Mitchell Parker clear waivers; Parker, who posted a 6.58 ERA in 2026 and is recovering from Tommy John surgery, gets claimed by the Atlanta Braves. Power‑hitting infielder Jose Tena, who posted a .222 average with seven homers and a .672 OPS in 257 at‑bats, is also DFA’d due to defensive limitations. The Reds claim Paxton Schultz, while lefty relievers Richard Lovelady also become free agents. Matt Waldron survives the cuts, keeping his knuckleball option alive. The roster is now back at 40, but further tweaks may follow.
The Atlanta Braves claim left‑handed pitcher Mitchell Parker off waivers from the Washington Nationals as rosters clear ahead of free agency on November 2, 2026. Parker, who struggled in Washington’s 2025 rotation before shifting to the bullpen in 2026, posted a 6.58 ERA and 5.47 FIP over 39.2 innings. A Grade 3 UCL sprain forced internal‑brace surgery in July, likely sidelining him until at least September 2027, if not the entire 2027 season. The Braves may envision Parker as a swing‑man once he recovers, adding depth to their pitching staff.
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The Atlanta Braves claim left‑hander Mitchell Parker off waivers from Washington. The 27‑year‑old, a 2020 fifth‑round pick, posted a respectable 4.29 ERA over 151 innings in his 2024 rookie season, but struggled in 2025 with a 5.68 ERA and 25 home runs allowed, then posted a 6.58 ERA in a limited 2026 bullpen role before tearing his UCL and undergoing internal‑brace surgery. Parker, now a Super Two player with 2.17 service years, is arbitration‑eligible and projected to earn $1.1 million. Atlanta must decide whether to retain him or potentially non‑tender him soon.
Baker Mayfield didn't complete a single pass—and only attempted three of them—during Sunday's 16-0 win over the Atlanta Falcons. But he did land one pretty massive block on Atlanta safety Jesse Bates III that resulted in a now-viral scrap on the sidelines.
Bears head coach Ben Johnson says he trusts quarterback Caleb Williams to handle the NFL’s $35,823 cleat controversy without hurting the team. Williams, 18, keeps wearing Caddix shoes with the logo exposed despite two fines—$11,941 after the Atlanta game and $23,882 after beating New England—and an appeal on the first. The league allows non‑partner shoes if the branding is covered, but Williams refuses for principle. No suspension or team penalty has been announced ahead of Monday night’s clash with Seattle, leaving his footwear choice the story to watch.
The Buccaneers breathe a sigh of relief after NFL insider Ian Rapoport reports that outside linebacker YaYa Diaby suffered a Grade‑2 MCL sprain in the 16‑0 Week 8 shutout of the Atlanta Falcons. Diaby is expected to miss only a few weeks, not the season, preserving his impact of 16 tackles, three sacks and an interception so far. While his short‑term loss challenges the Bucs’ pass rush, rising defensive end David Walker could help fill the void as Tampa Bay eyes the postseason.
Victor Vodnik’s three‑year stint with the Colorado Rockies was marked by a blazing fastball but glaring inconsistency. Acquired in a 2023 deadline trade for Pierce Johnston, the former Braves #10 prospect posted a career‑low 0.1 rWAR in 2026, tallying a 5.25 ERA over 36 innings at Coors Field despite striking out 6.5 batters per nine and walking 4.75. His slider gained whiff but his control faltered, leading to a mid‑season trade to the Miami Marlins, where he posted a modest 4.37 ERA in 22.2 innings. The article reviews his stats, pitch mix, and why Colorado moved on.
The Atlanta Falcons, reeling from a 16-0 loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers that left them 3-5, head to Madrid for a Week 9 showdown with the Cincinnati Bengals. Coach Kevin Stefanski confirms that defensive ends Samson Ebukam and Zachariah Branch are sidelined with hamstring injuries, weakening a defense that already struggled against the run. On the bright side, star pass rusher James Pearce Jr. returns after an eight‑game suspension, offering a spark against the Bengals' potent aerial attack. The game kicks off at 9:30 a.m. ET on Sunday.
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Veteran utility infielder Kyle Farmer spent most of 2026 on the Braves' big‑league roster but saw barely any action. Signed as a free‑agent in February, he was expected to provide in‑field depth amid Ha‑Seong Kim’s injury and serve as a third catcher. Instead, Farmer logged only 19 plate appearances in 14 games, batting .222 with three RBI and posting a -0.1 fWAR, his second straight sub‑replacement season. He started just one game (April 30 DH) and his most notable hits came early in April. While the Braves kept him for off‑field value, his on‑field contribution was minimal, leaving his future uncertain as Atlanta faces shortstop questions for 2027.
Former Braves owner Ted Turner lands on the Contemporary Baseball Era ballot for the 2027 Baseball Hall of Fame class, joining heavy‑hitters like Dusty Baker, Lou Piniella and Bruce Bochy. Turner's tenure put the Braves on TBS, turning the team into a national brand and a 1990s powerhouse featuring Hall of Famers such as Bobby Cox, Chipper Jones, Tom Glavine, Greg Maddux and John Smoltz. The 16‑person voting committee must grant 75% approval, with results expected on Dec. 6. Analysts note the ballot’s depth makes electing more than two candidates unlikely.