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Georgia has 5 selections on Saturday Down South's midseason All-SEC team, but Tennessee and Mizzou also have 3 apiece. The post Midseason All-SEC team: Georgia leads the way with 5 selections appeared first on Saturday Down South .
LSU heads to Jordan-Hare Stadium on Saturday after a 31‑0 shutout of Mississippi State and a 27‑24 upset of No. 1 Georgia. A win would mark coach Lane Kiffin’s first road triumph, lift the Tigers to 5‑2 overall (2‑2 SEC) and build momentum before facing Alabama and Texas. A loss would add a third SEC defeat, reviving doubts about LSU’s ability to win away games after earlier setbacks at Ole Miss and Kentucky. The game also tests Auburn, fresh off their 24‑17 victory over LSU and a recent win over Georgia, making the matchup a pivotal SEC showdown.
The 2026 World Series pits the Milwaukee Brewers against the Tampa Bay Rays, a clash of two small‑market teams that have never won a title. The Brewers, league‑leaders with 103 wins, earned the NL crown by beating the Padres (3‑1) and sweeping the Dodgers, leaning on a strong on‑base game (second‑best OBP) and a second‑best team ERA despite low power (154 HR). Key Brewers: Cy‑young hopeful Jacob Misiorowski, Gold‑glove Brice Turang (.816 OPS, 21 HR), home‑field ace Logan Henderson (1.65 ERA in 11 home starts), and NLCS MVP Jake Bauers (26 HR). The Rays captured the AL East with 98 wins, swept the Yankees and beat the Guardians (4‑2), excelling in batting average and starting pitching. Notables: 22‑year‑old slugger Junior Caminero (42 HR), AL hit leader Yandy Diaz (180 hits), pitcher Drew Rasmussen (2.64 ERA, .913 WHIP), and ALCS MVP Freddy Peralta. Both clubs lack home‑run power and deep bullpens, making the series a battle of fundamentals. Fans wondering if they should tune in can expect a tightly contested series driven by pitching and timely hitting.
Former New York Rangers star and MSG analyst Ron Duguay dies at 69 after a battle with Stage 4 colon cancer. Drafted 13th overall in 1977, Duguay dazzled fans with his speed, 40‑goal season in 1981‑82 and a record‑tying nine‑second goal in 1980. He was a cultural icon of the disco era, appearing in the "Hockey Sock Rock" single and a Sasson Jeans ad. After stints with Detroit, Pittsburgh and Los Angeles, he finished with 274 goals, 620 points and a 1979 Stanley Cup Final appearance. Duguay later coached minor‑league teams and served as a Rangers broadcaster.
Kansas Basketball is preparing for its 2026-27 campaign with some exhibition matches at Allen Fieldhouse. The Jayhawks have a different look to the roster this year, as former Kansas standout Flory Bidunga transferred to Louisville. On Wednesday night, Bidunga was back in Allen Fieldhouse, this time as a member of the visiting team as Louisville […] The post Bill Self calls out Kansas fans for ‘F**k you, Flory’ chants appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Milwaukee Brewers announce 24‑year‑old right‑hander Jacob Misiorowski as their Game 1 starter in the 2026 World Series against the Tampa Bay Rays. Misiorowski entered the postseason after a league‑leading 252 strikeouts, a 16‑5 record and a 1.80 ERA over 174 innings in a franchise‑record 103‑win season. He previously opened both the NLDS and NLCS, though his playoff outings fell short of five innings each. With 11 days of rest, the Brewers hope he regains his regular‑season dominance and sets the tone for Milwaukee’s first World Series appearance since 1982.
In an 87‑55 exhibition win over Ball State, Purdue shows it can thrive without Zach Edey and the Braden Smith guard trio. Coach Matt Painter pivots to a faster, pressure‑heavy style, relying on guards C.J. Cox, Omer Mayer and Gicarri Harris and frontcourt anchors Daniel Jacobsen and transfer Caden Pierce. Freshman guard Luke Ertel and Antione West Jr. add depth, while Pierce is touted as the veteran X‑factor. Despite losing three 14‑point scorers, the Boilermakers’ defensive intensity and roster versatility position them for a solid NCAA bid and a top‑four Big Ten finish in 2026‑27.
The New York Giants have named 18‑year‑old quarterback J.J. McCarthy the starter for Sunday’s game in Houston, moving Jameis Winston to backup and placing Jake Haener as the emergency third. Coach John Harbaugh says the move signals the team's direction, not a permanent guarantee. McCarthy, acquired from Minnesota for a 2027 fifth‑round pick, threw for 243 yards, a TD and an interception in the second half of the 34‑27 loss to the Saints, finishing 11‑of‑21. The Giants sit 3‑2‑1 in the NFC East and hope a full week behind McCarthy will provide clearer insight before their bye.
What would you give to win it all? How far would you go – how much would it mean? What if it’s for a city that’s never experienced the feeling of it before? Five teams in Major League Baseball have never won a Fall Classic. Starting Friday, two of them face off in it. The […] The post The World Series Nobody Expected Is the One Baseball Deserves appeared first on The Lead .
Christopher Russo, aka Chris Russo, has always been recognized as one of Major League Baseball’s voices; however, his reputation might not be enough to secure him an interview with Milwaukee Brewers’ manager, Pat Murphy. Following their sweep of the Los Angeles Dodgers to secure their first World Series spot in more than four decades, Murphy […] The post Chris Russo claims Milwaukee Brewers denied his Pat Murphy interview request before World Series appeared first on ClutchPoints .
A New York Giants insider reveals that acquiring Indianapolis Colts star running back Jonathan Taylor would likely cost the Giants at least a Day 2 draft pick, with Kayvon Thibodeaux the only valuable player they could part with. While Taylor is on pace for 1,300 rushing yards and 16 touchdowns this season, the Giants’ recent 3‑2‑1 record, shaky offensive line play and doubts about rookie QB JJ McCarthy make the deal risky. Front office doubts are heightened after cutting veteran Najee Harris and losing Brian Burns. Hughes predicts the Giants will favor drafting a RB in April unless they improve to 5‑2‑1 before the Nov. 10 deadline.
The NFL trade deadline is just over two weeks away on November 10th at 4 p.m. ET. That makes it the perfect time for NFL fans and analysts to speculate about potential trades. Two teams are connected to one Cardinals pass rusher, which comes with a delicious bit of irony. ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler and Dan […] The post NFL rumors: Cowboys, Packers being linked to Josh Sweat trade has serious Micah Parsons irony appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The New England Patriots hosted G Jamaree Salyer for a visit on Wednesday, per the NFL’s Official Transaction Wire. Salyer took visits with Tennessee and Arizona earlier this month as well. Salyer, 26, was a two-year starter at Georgia and earned second-team All-American honors and was named second-team All-SEC as a senior. Los Angeles used […] The post Patriots Hosted G Jamaree Salyer appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .
Per the NFL transaction wire, the Cardinals claimed OT Albert Reese off the waiver wire from the Panthers. Arizona waived TE Shawn Bowman to make room. Reese, 24, played five years at Mississippi State and started 21 games over his final two years. The Panthers signed Reese as an undrafted free agent following the 2026 […] The post Cardinals Claimed OT Albert Reese Off Waivers From Panthers appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .
The Philadelphia Eagles hosted G Evan Neal for a workout on Wednesday, per the NFL’s Official Transaction Wire. Neal, 26, was a three-year starter at Alabama. He was a consensus first-team All-American and a first-team All-SEC in 2021 before being selected as the No. 7 overall pick in the 2022 draft by the Giants. He […] The post Eagles Worked Out G Evan Neal appeared first on NFLTradeRumors.co .
Dodgers catcher Dalton Rushing undergoes surgery to repair a partially torn UCL in his right elbow, pushing his return past the 2027 All‑Star break. The procedure, a hybrid internal brace, means he won’t catch again this season and is likely limited to pinch‑hitting in early 2027, with full catching duties not expected until the second half of the year. Rushing, who posted a .246/.328/.460 line with 12 homers in 80 games this season, missed the final stretch after re‑injuring the elbow in September. The setback clears the way for backup Hunter Feduccia to start 2027 behind the plate.
The New York Rangers, searching for a replacement for injured starter Igor Shesterkin, are reportedly exploring a three‑team deal that could send Winnipeg Jets star goaltender Connor Hellebuyck to the Utah Mammoth. The trade would bring Utah’s Karel Vejmelka to New York, pairing him with Dylan Garand while Hellebuyck exits the Jets, possibly alongside Joonas Korpisalo and other assets. Jets officials may lift Hellebuyck’s unpaid suspension soon, hinting at an imminent move, though the Rangers likely view Vejmelka as a short‑term rental rather than a long‑term anchor. This scenario could reshape the goaltending landscape for all three clubs ahead of the 2026‑27 season.
The Atlanta Braves are being linked to stars after their disappointing NLDS defeat to the Los Angeles Dodgers. Texas Rangers shortstop Corey Seager’s name has popped up, and now, so has Cleveland Guardians pitcher Gavin Williams. In the aftermath of the Guardians’ elimination to the Tampa Bay Rays in the ALCS, Williams sent out an […] The post Guardians’ Gavin Williams likes comment linking him to Braves appeared first on ClutchPoints .
The Braves face a glaring shortstop void after Dansby Swanson’s departure and Mauricio Dubon’s pending free agency. Writer Kyle Evans admits finding viable targets is near impossible, dismissing JP Crawford, Orlando Arcia, Nicky Lopez, Jorge Mateo and Ha‑Seong Kim as inadequate. He argues the only realistic option is retaining Dubon, who excelled defensively last season but will attract league‑wide interest, making a re‑sign difficult. The piece highlights the scarcity of quality shortstop free agents and the Braves’ upcoming dilemma.
With Fiorentina out of European competition, Viola Nation shifts focus to the club's loanees across Serie A. The piece reviews five young prospects: Torino defender Pietro Comuzzo (21) has 8 starts, 1 goal but defensive lapses; Parma midfielder Giovanni Fabbian struggles in a struggling side with 6 appearances; Cagliari’s Jacopo Fazzini drops to the bench after tactical changes, logging 7 starts and an assist; Torino’s Niccolò Fortini shines with a goal‑line clearance but faces a hip injury; and others are noted. Grades range from C+ to D, highlighting their mixed impacts and future potential.
The post reviews the Texas Rangers’ 2026 season, noting they fell short of the World Series while the Brewers and Rays succeeded on a budget. It highlights a need for more “athleticism,” citing Chris Young’s call for improved base‑running to match the aggressive styles of Milwaukee and Tampa Bay. The article also points to three promising Rangers players—internally developed 3‑ to 4‑year veterans—as bright spots, and includes a photo of Jacob Latz celebrating a win over the Twins on Sept. 26, 2026.
Washington Nationals manager Blake Butera keeps all 12 members of his coaching staff for 2027, though five training and strength coaches are not renewed. The hitting coaches enter the season with no pressure after delivering a top‑5 offense in 2026, while the pitching staff faces scrutiny despite improving the team ERA from 5.35 to 4.67 and recording a historic blown‑save record. Standout right‑hander Cade Cavalli posted a 3.02 ERA with 200 strikeouts, highlighting the work of pitching coach Simon Mathews. With promising arms like Cavalli, Connelly Early and Andrew Alvarez, the bullpen’s next year will test the coaches’ ability to turn talent into results.
Ron Duguay, a 12-year NHL veteran, has died at the age of 69.
A Yankees report suggests second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. will likely test free agency after a turbulent 2026 season marked by defensive lapses and offensive struggles. Bleacher Report’s Zach Buckley predicts the Los Angeles Angels—now owned by Kroenke Sports & Entertainment—could be his next destination. New York may still tender a $23 million qualifying offer, but doubts linger about re‑signing him, echoing past free‑agency dramas. With Chisholm’s value expected to dip, the upcoming offseason could see the two‑time All‑Star leave the Bronx for a fresh start in Los Angeles.
Three big-time prospect success stories illustrate how the Arizona Fall League is a premier baseball destination. The post Why The Arizona Fall League Is Baseball’s Best Prospect Showcase appeared first on College Baseball, MLB Draft, Prospects - Baseball America .