Venezuelan right‑hander Eiberson Castellano spent 2026 climbing the Colorado Rockies ladder, posting a 4‑2 record with a 2.72 ERA in Double‑A before earning Pacific Coast League Pitcher of the Week honors after a six‑scoreless‑inning Triple‑A debut. A week later the Rockies called him up, and he appeared in a 23‑9 win over the Athletics, delivering three shutout innings in his lone MLB outing. Despite a solid minor‑league showing, he posted a 6.49 ERA over 15 appearances (3 starts) for Albuquerque and was outrighted, clearing waivers on Nov. 3 and entering free agency.
After a sixth straight loss, the Phoenix Suns sit 1‑5 and are scrambling for identity. Coach Frank Vogel’s plan hinged on developing young big Khaman Maluach after Mark Williams’ shoulder surgery, yet Maluach is being pulled early in games. He started all six games, averaging 7.2 points, 6.0 rebounds in 19.4 minutes, but has not played a single fourth‑quarter minute in the last three contests, exiting midway through the third against Portland, Denver and Golden State. The Suns, ranked 29th in rebounds (39.5 per game) and dead‑last in rebounding percentage (45.3%), lose an interior presence each time he leaves, contributing to their inability to secure possessions and wins.
Despite the rumors, the Denver Nuggets cannot let Nikola Jokic go anywhere.
The Colorado Avalanche (9-6-1) host the Nashville Predators (6-4-5) on Nov. 5 at 7:38 p.m. MT, welcoming back former GM Chris MacFarland and former Avs forwards Ross Colton and Jack Drury. After a 6-2 loss in Nashville (Oct. 25) and a 7-2 defeat to Columbus, the Avs aim to capitalize on their league‑leading home average of five goals per game and a 6-1-1 Western Conference record. Coach Jared Bednar sticks with the same lines, with Mackenzie Blackwood in goal. The game streams on ESPN+ and 92.5 FM.
Broncos linebacker Alex Singleton was named AFC Defensive Player of the Week earlier this season; that was just the appetizer
The Las Vegas Raiders halted a four‑game skid with a dramatic 38‑33 comeback win over the New York Jets, improving to 4‑4 and tying the Baltimore Ravens for the AFC’s ninth‑best record. With star quarterback Lamar Jackson out, the Raiders now face a crucial three‑game stretch against the 49ers, Seahawks and Broncos—teams that are 16‑7 combined. After a 3‑5 slide following a 3‑0 start, they must win two of these games to keep a winning record by Thanksgiving and stay in the AFC playoff race.
Former Chiefs running back and Super Bowl hero Damien Williams reacts to Kansas City’s 28‑24 loss to the Denver Broncos on Nov. 1, saying the Chiefs were “bamboozled” despite a 24‑13 lead. The Broncos erased an 11‑point deficit with 15 unanswered fourth‑quarter points, highlighted by Bo Nix’s touchdown to Nate Adkins and rookie Jonah Coleman’s go‑ahead score. Kansas City’s 11 penalties, a missed 54‑yard field goal by Harrison Butker, and a nullified Rashee Rice TD contributed to the defeat, while Patrick Mahomes threw for 321 yards and three TDs. The loss drops the Chiefs to 5‑2, ceding AFC West control to Denver, now 6‑2.
After a crushing 6-2 defeat to Columbus, the Colorado Avalanche (9-6-1) aim to rebound at home against the Nashville Predators (6-4-5) on Nov. 5, 2026. Nashville, riding a two‑game winning streak and fresh off a 6-2 victory over Colorado earlier this season, will look to extend its dominance, with Juuse Saros guarding the net. The Avs must improve offensively and defensively to avoid another shutout, relying on stars Nathan MacKinnon, Artturi Lehkonen and goaltender Mackenzie Blackwood. Game tips out at 7:30 p.m. MT on ESPN+, Disney+, Hulu, with live radio on Altitude Sports 92.5 FM.
After a crushing 6-2 defeat to the Columbus Blue Jackets, the Colorado Avalanche (9‑6‑1) aim to rebound at home against the Nashville Predators (6‑4‑5) on Nov. 5, 2026, 7:30 p.m. MT. Nashville leads the season series 1‑0 after a 6‑2 win, but the Predators enter on a two‑game streak, fresh from shootout victories over Tampa Bay and Carolina. Colorado must sharpen both offense and defense, with Nathan MacKinnon, Artturi Lehkonen and Cale Makar anchoring the projected lineup, while goaltender Juuse Saros backs Nashville. The matchup promises a test of whether the Avs can erase the earlier loss and even the scoreline.
The three-time MVP Nikola Jokic can score from anywhere on the floor, but the morning show wants to see him take over more often when games are on the line
The Colorado Avalanche (9‑6‑1) face the Nashville Predators (6‑4‑5) Thursday at 7:30 p.m. MT in a clash that could swap their Western Conference standings, nudging the Avs into the last wild‑card spot. After a 5‑goal loss to Columbus, Colorado seeks revenge for a 6‑2 defeat in the last meeting and must tighten its road play and penalty kill. Nashville, fresh off a 4‑1 win over Carolina and with Adam Edstrom on a two‑game scoring streak, will test the Avs' defense, especially against Juuse Saros, who holds a 9‑4‑2 career edge over Colorado. Projected lines feature MacKinnon, Makar, Josi and Stamkos.
Broncos cornerback Patrick Surtain II reveals his personal top‑5 wide‑receiver list, ranking Seattle’s Jaxon Smith‑Njigba at No. 1 ahead of Ja’Marr Chase, Puka Nacua and Justin Jefferson. He can’t choose between Dallas’s CeeDee Lamb and veteran Davante Adams, so he splits the fifth spot. The rankings, shared in a Jordan Schultz interview and posted on X, offer a rare look at how a 2024 Defensive Player of the Year evaluates elite pass‑catchers. Surtain’s picks underscore the difficulty of comparing receivers with differing strengths and give fans insight into his matchup mindset.
The Miami Dolphins host the Detroit Lions in Week 9 on Sunday at Hard Rock Stadium. CBS will broadcast the game with Kevin Harlan and Trent Green, but only Miami, West Palm Beach, and Fort Myers viewers will see it locally; the rest of Florida gets other matchups. NFC North markets—including Michigan, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Chicago, and Toledo—will also receive the Lions‑Dolphins game. The Dolphins sit 1‑6 after a Week 8 loss, while the Lions are 5‑2 and aiming for a playoff push. Additional Florida games: Jets‑Chiefs, Broncos‑Panthers, Browns‑Saints on CBS; Cowboys‑Colts, Giants‑Eagles, Packers‑Patriots on FOX; and Buccaneers‑Bears on Sunday Night Football.
The Broncos have been linked to Jonathan Taylor through multiple reports, but if they're going to trade for him, it might have to wait a little longer
Kansas City Chiefs rookie running back Emmett Johnson earns the Pepsi NFL Rookie of the Week honor for his Week 8 performance. Johnson posted 128 receiving yards— the most by any NFL running back this season—and a 73-yard touchdown catch, the longest play for the Chiefs this year. He also added a 15-yard run, totaling 143 all-purpose yards, the fourth‑highest single‑game mark for Kansas City in 2026. Johnson beat nominees Jonah Coleman (Broncos), Mike Washington Jr. (Raiders) and Wesley Bailey (Rams) to claim the vote. He now has 314 scrimmage yards on 34 touches and has moved the chains 11 times this season.
The Arizona Diamondbacks have two Silver Slugger finalists: catcher Gabriel Moreno and outfielder Corbin Carroll. Carroll, the 2025 winner, posted a .239/.328/.467 slash line with 22 homers, 33 doubles and an MLB‑leading 17 triples in 156 games. Moreno, a two‑time Gold Glove winner, captured the NL batting title at .311, added 16 homers, 33 doubles and an .874 OPS. Both face tough competition from players like Jackson Chourio, Pete Crow‑Armstrong, Seiya Suzuki, Fernando Tatis Jr., Jordan Walker, James Wood, and Rockies catcher Hunter Goodman. The winners will be announced on November 17.
Nikola Jokic brushed off the media critics and had a great game for the Nuggets in their victory over the Raptors.
Colorado Rockies catcher Hunter Goodman is a Silver Slugger finalist for the second consecutive year, aiming to become the first Rockie to repeat the honor since Trevor Story. Goodman’s 2026 season featured a career‑high 41 home runs—the first 40‑plus total for Colorado since Nolan Arenado in 2019—along with a .245 average and .839 OPS, earning him a second All‑Star berth. He competes against Arizona’s Gabriel Moreno, who posted a .311 average and .874 OPS. The award will be decided on November 17.
The NFL trade deadline brings potential roster changes for all 32 teams, with PFF identifying each franchise's biggest need and eight ideal trade scenarios. Buffalo could target safety Jessie Bates III, while Denver and Minnesota are among the teams linked to possible upgrades involving Jonathan Taylor and Kirk Cousins.
A new report says the New York Giants can only finalise a blockbuster trade for Colts star RB Jonathan Taylor just before the NFL trade deadline on Nov. 10. The Giants, now 4-2-1 and leading the NFC East, are targeting a running back upgrade and are competing with the Vikings and Broncos. ESPN’s Dan Graziano predicts a trade is likely, but Indianapolis plans to wait until after the Giants’ Sunday game versus Dallas before revisiting offers. The Colts reportedly want a second‑round pick and more, a price that may rise, while New York’s lack of 2027 fourth‑ and fifth‑round picks could complicate the deal.
Week 9’s Start & Sit guide highlights three starters and three benchings. Quarterback Malik Willis (Dolphins) earns a start against the Lions thanks to a +5.3 matchup edge and his rushing upside, while Tyler Shough (Saints) is a sit facing Cleveland’s stout defense. Running back Jonah Coleman (Broncos) gets the green light against a soft Panthers run defense, but Giants backup Cam Skattebo is a sit due to injury and limited role. Wide receiver DeMario Douglas (Patriots) is a start if A.J. Brown and Hunter Henry remain sidelined. The article breaks down projections, snap shares, and defensive rankings to help fantasy managers fine‑tune their flex decisions.
The Denver Broncos focus on securing a bye week rather than looking ahead to their upcoming clash with the Carolina Panthers, who are coming off two losses. Denver will be missing defensive starters Brandon Jones and Talanoa Hufanga, but the team remains intent on clinching that crucial rest period.
The Colorado Rockies have replaced fired pitching coach Alon Leichman with former Chicago White Sox instructor Ethan Katz after a disastrous 2026 season where the staff posted the league’s worst ERA and second‑worst FIP. According to the DNVR podcast, the change wasn’t just about performance; it stemmed from a clash of philosophies. Leichman’s experimental approach—openers, dugout pitch suggestions, and heavy analytics—conflicted with other staff members, leading to mixed messages for players. The front office ultimately chose Katz, who is described as “very hungry for information” and open‑minded, to unify the pitching strategy and build on new tech initiatives like Catapult vests and Plantiga inserts. The article explores how this philosophical shift could shape Colorado’s pitching future.
The Panthers return from a mini‑bye after back‑to‑back defeats to the Buccaneers and Packers, firing defensive coordinator Ejiro Evero—who now coaches the Broncos they face. Both teams sit atop their divisions (Panthers 6‑2, Broncos 6‑2), but the Panthers must halt a losing streak while Denver, led by mobile QB Bo Nix, pushes for the playoffs. Key concerns include the Panthers' bottom‑ranked rush defense, their struggle against mobile quarterbacks, and a porous offensive line that allowed six sacks to Bryce Young against Green Bay. Injuries further thin the line, with OG Damien Lewis out and backup Corey Bullock limited. Cornerback depth is also tested as they prepare to contain Broncos receivers like Jaylen Waddle and Courtland Sutton.
In this second NBA 2K27 simulation, Brew Hoop imagines a realistic Milwaukee Bucks season. After waiving several fringe players and swapping forward positions, the Bucks start with Ryan Rollins, Tyler Herro, Kyle Kuzma, Jaime Jaquez Jr., and Myles Turner. By December they sit 7‑24, prompting a trade that sends AJ Green and Jericho Sims to Denver for Marvin Bagley III, Zeke Nnaji and a 2028 second‑round pick. The team climbs to 18‑41 by the All‑Star break, with Herro leading at 17.1 PPG, Kel’el Ware averaging a double‑double, and Turner's trade value lingering. They finish 26‑56, 13th in the Eastern Conference, ranking 27th offensively (110.6 PPG) and 19th defensively (121.2 PPG).