The New England Patriots have re‑signed 27‑year‑old edge rusher Jose Ramirez to their practice squad, freeing up a spot by cutting 24‑year‑old offensive lineman Jacob Rizy. Ramirez, a 2023 sixth‑round pick who spent time with the Eagles, Buccaneers and CFL’s Hamilton Tiger‑Cats, appeared in two games for New England, tallying a tackle and a quarterback hit. Rizy, a former Harvard and Florida State lineman, played 155 preseason snaps before his release. The moves come ahead of the Patriots’ next divisional game against the Miami Dolphins.
Week 7 flips the NFC South as the Buccaneers crush the Panthers 43-13, delivering a dominant 258‑yard rushing attack and four forced turnovers despite Baker Mayfield’s return. The Falcons survive a 20-29 loss to the previously unbeaten 49ers, thanks to interceptions by Kendal Daniels and Jessie Bates III, while Michael Penix Jr. shines. Meanwhile, the Saints fall 10-16 to the Steelers in France, with rookie Tyler Shough’s lone interception sealing their fate and prompting doubts about Kellen Moore’s job. All four division teams remain under .500 at home, keeping the NFC South race wide open.
Game 3 of the 2026 World Series pits the Tampa Bay Rays against the Milwaukee Brewers at Tropicana Field. A Rays win would narrow Milwaukee’s lead to 2‑1 and keep the series alive, while a loss drops Tampa Bay into a 0‑3 hole with the Brewers one win from the title. If the game remains tied after nine, extra innings continue under postseason rules (no ghost runner). Game 4 follows on Tuesday, Oct. 27 at 8 PM ET, also in St. Petersburg.
Coach Mike McCarthy emphasizes the importance of the Steelers' narrow victories over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and New Orleans Saints, saying, “We need these games, frankly.” He argues that the hard‑won, close wins build resilience that could pay off when the season reaches its critical moments. McCarthy remains upbeat despite the stressful nature of the games, viewing the adversity as a valuable learning experience for Pittsburgh.
The AZ Snake Pit compares the Arizona Diamondbacks to their 1998‑born sibling, the Tampa Bay Rays, highlighting how the Rays have outperformed Arizona despite a far smaller payroll. From 2019‑2026 the Rays averaged 92 wins per season on a $93 M budget, while the D‑backs posted 78 wins on $138 M and missed the 2026 playoffs. The article examines the Rays’ World Series roster, noting that only one pitcher was home‑grown; the rest were acquired via trades, purchases or free agency, often at minimal cost. By dissecting these moves, the piece asks what the Diamondbacks can learn from Tampa Bay’s roster construction and success.
The Colorado Avalanche enter this week looking to steady their season after an uneven stretch of results. A convincing victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning offered a reminder of the…
The Brewers lead the 2026 World Series 2-0 and aim for a 3-0 lead in Game 3 in Tampa Bay. Starter Robert Gasser takes the mound while the lineup stays unchanged, meaning rookie shortstop Cooper Pratt returns despite costly errors, including one that sparked a Rays run in Game 2. Outfielder Sal Frelick publicly backs Pratt, highlighting his rookie status and recent RBI single that helped win Game 2 after Frelick’s tying home run. The Brewers, 103-59 in the regular season and 9-1 in the postseason, appear set to keep Pratt in the lineup for the pivotal third game.
Week 4 of the 2026‑27 fantasy hockey season reveals emerging trends as injuries mount and new breakout stars surface. Connor McDavid (10 points) and Leon Draisaitl (9) dominate the scoring leaderboard, while Tampa’s Charle‑Edouard D’Astous becomes a hot fantasy pickup with three power‑play points in four games. Rookie goalie Devin Cooley leads all keepers with a .970 SV% and a 2‑0‑0 record, and Jacob Fowler dazzles in the Heritage Classic posting a 2‑0‑0 record, .964 SV% and 1.00 GAA. Meanwhile, the injury bug bites hard: Nick Suzuki, Bryan Rust, Jared McCann and several goaltenders land on IR, forcing managers to adjust lineups. The article also flags the Hellebuyck trade as a potential steal and suggests dropping Jake Allen.
Tonight marks the rare Sports Equinox 2026, when all four major U.S. leagues hit the slate simultaneously. NFL’s Monday Night Football pits the Dallas Cowboys against the Philadelphia Eagles at 8 p.m. on ESPN/ABC, while MLB’s World Series Game 3 features the Brewers vs. the Rays at 8 p.m. on Fox. The NBA schedules nine matchups from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. across ESPN, NBA TV and local channels. The NHL presents three games, beginning with the Kings at the Rangers at 7 p.m. on NHL Network. The WNBA Finals reach a pivotal Game 5 between the Golden State Valkyries and Las Vegas Aces at 8 p.m. on USA Network. Catch all the action and streaming options in one night.
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The World Series opens with the Rays trailing 0-2 against the Brewers, who boast the league's best record. Tampa Bay’s only hope lies in ALCS MVP Freddy Peralta, whose fastball has surged from 94 mph to a peak of 99.4 mph in the playoffs, possibly reaching triple‑digits against his former club. Milwaukee will counter with left‑hander Robert Gasser, who has posted a 3.87 ERA this season and allowed just one run in two postseason outings. The Brewers’ hitters excel with two‑strike pitches, posting a .182/.308/.333 line so far. Game Three kicks off tonight at 8 p.m.
In Game 2 of the World Series on Saturday night, Rays left fielder Chandler Simpson sparks a buzz with an RBI single in the first inning, igniting a wave of excitement in Milwaukee. The article highlights how his run to first seemed to “warp” the series’ momentum, with fans reacting dramatically and the dugout rallying. The piece explores Simpson’s impact on the game’s early narrative and the surrounding fanfare.
Joe Maddon returns to Tropicana Field to throw out the ceremonial first pitch before Game 3 of the 2026 World Series, where the Tampa Bay Rays trail the Milwaukee Brewers 2‑0. The former Rays manager, who led the franchise’s 2008 AL‑East turnaround and later broke the Cubs’ 108‑year curse in 2016, will be on hand for the pivotal night. The Rays, seeking to claw back into the series, face a crucial showdown after a historic run under Maddon’s nine‑year tenure.
The Carolina Panthers' defense, under coordinator Ejiro Evero, opened the 2026 season with a crushing 59‑point loss to the Chicago Bears and again struggled against Tampa Bay’s ground game, surrendering 322 rushing yards and 43 points. Despite improved play against Atlanta in Week 2, the unit remains bottom‑ten in third‑down stops and penalties, raising questions about Ever0’s job security. The author argues the defensive collapses are too frequent for a roster that includes stars like Derrick Brown, suggesting it may be time to reassess Evero’s fit, though not yet firing him.
Mike McCarthy’s “run‑first” take on his traditionally ground‑heavy Steelers finally shows results. After a pass‑heavy start to the 2026 season—41 throws to 21 runs vs. Atlanta and 49 passes to 22 carries in the Week 6 win over Tampa Bay—the Steelers embraced a heavier rushing attack against New Orleans. Using offensive lineman Spencer Anderson as a jumbo tight end, Pittsburgh opened with a 29‑yard rush by Jaylen Warren and kept the ball on the ground, amassing 12 carries for 6.4 yards per try on the opening drive. McCarthy credits the front‑seven’s dominance and a revamped line, built by Omar Khan and Andy Weidl, for reviving the team’s core identity while still leveraging big‑play receivers like DK Metcalf.
NFC South power rankings after Week 7. Are the Atlanta Falcons or Tampa Bay Buccaneers the favorites?
The Milwaukee Brewers lead the World Series 2-0 over the Tampa Bay Rays, riding a 9-1 postseason run. MLB insider Ken Rosenthal praised the club’s ‘postseason dominance’ on Foul Territory, highlighting their resilient clubhouse, balanced offense, stout defense and pitching depth. He noted that, like any hot team, the Brewers are in a ‘moment in time’ and could clinch the franchise’s first championship. Game 3 heads to Tampa Bay on Monday at 8 PM ET, with the series potentially shifting back for two or three more games.
The Milwaukee Brewers lead the 2026 World Series 2-0, edging the Tampa Bay Rays 3-2 and 5-4 on home turf. Errors and missed opportunities hurt the Rays, while Milwaukee avoids mistakes and delivers clutch hits, including Sal Frelick’s game‑tying homer and Christian Yelich’s RBI triple. Riding a 6‑1 record when conceding the first run and fresh off a NLCS sweep of the Dodgers, the Brewers aim for a four‑game sweep to claim their first championship since 1957.
Not everything went right for the Rays' catcher in Game 2 of the World Series, but he's been a strong addition to the lineup.
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In Game 2 of the World Series, the Tampa Bay Rays fell 5-4 to the Texas Rangers after a 4-0 lead vanished, and a heated dugout moment stole the spotlight. Junior Caminero was caught screaming at teammate Chandler Simpson following a missed catch, prompting MLB analyst Dan Clark to label the outburst “toxic” and demand discipline from manager Kevin Cash. The Rays countered that Caminero was delivering a pep talk to spark energy, with players and Cash backing him. An unfounded rumor about the two unfollowing each other on Instagram adds fuel to the fire ahead of Game 3 on Monday at Tropicana Field.
Milwaukee pitcher takes shot at Tropicana Field roof ahead of Game 3.
The St. Louis Cardinals are one of baseball's youngest and most homegrown teams. 101ESPN's Brandon Kiley pointed out that the Rays and Brewers, although homegrown as well, make lots of outside additions.
The blog rounds up the hottest Rays World Series coverage as Tampa Bay trails the Brewers in Game 2 at American Family Field on Oct. 24, 2026. Highlights include the New York Post’s look at how the Rays’ pitching development revived Freddy Peralta, MLB.com’s feature on Junior Caminero’s first playoff homer and his motivating dugout outburst, ESPN’s analysis of the differing philosophies of the two clubs, and profiles of Chandler Simpson’s speed‑centric game and the long‑standing friendship between GM Erik Neander and Brewers’ Matt Arnold. The roundup also notes team dinner moments, insights from John Romano and former exec Stu Sternberg, and quirky pieces on DJ Kitty and WAGs’ custom World Series outfits.
Update (4:07 p.m. ET, Monday): Tampa Bay has confirmed its starting lineup for World Series Game 3 against the Milwaukee Brewers at Tropicana Field.
The Milwaukee Brewers lead the 2026 World Series 2-0 and aim to clinch tonight's Game 3 against the Tampa Bay Rays. Veteran right‑hander Freddy Peralta starts for Tampa Bay, while rookie lefty Robert Gasser makes his third postseason start for Milwaukee. A win would give the Brewers their first championship, and runs are expected to be scarce. The article also notes the Oakland A’s hiring Taylor Smith as president of baseball operations and hints at possible offseason lockout concerns.