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Jimmy Butler’s NBA Finals Bubble Run Remains Iconic 6 Years Later
What makes an NBA title quest so legendary? Is it merely a player’s on-court production? Their fight in moments of adversity? Perhaps it is the circumstances surrounding their history-making. Jimmy Butler’s 2020 bubble run was a hallmark example of all three at the highest level. Six years since he led the Miami Heat to the […] The post Jimmy Butler’s NBA Finals Bubble Run Remains Iconic 6 Years Later appeared first on The Lead .
The Braves’ Pitching Staff Will Carry Them Into October
A familiar foe returns for Braves fans as the Phillies head back into town Tuesday for the National League Wild Card Series. The first round of the postseason has been a thorn in the Braves’ side, ending their season in each of the last two times they made the playoffs, but this team is different […] The post The Braves’ Pitching Staff Will Carry Them Into October appeared first on The Lead .
Can the Blackhawks Survive the Start of the Season Without Connor Bedard?
The Chicago Blackhawks play their first game of the 2026-27 season tonight. They will be without their captain, Connor Bedard. Bedard is still dealing with a shoulder injury sustained in training this summer. Head Coach Jeff Blashill recently confirmed that he is not ready to return to practice with the team. https://twitter.com/ByScottPowers/status/2102824765580804146?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed%7Ctwterm%5E2102824765580804146%7Ctwgr%5Ec017db3c2ed23752b11b8fae6239630c4c2e7e09%7Ct...
Dallas Mavericks 2026-27 NBA Preseason Preview
The Dallas Mavericks’ season last year started out wild. After the basketball gods blessed them with winning the NBA draft lottery with just a 1.8% chance in 2025, the Mavericks selected future Rookie of the Year Cooper Flagg with the first pick. Analysts started dreaming right away. ESPN saw a 41-win season coming. Flagg alongside Anthony […] The post Dallas Mavericks 2026-27 NBA Preseason Preview appeared first on The Lead .
Houston Rockets 2026-27 NBA Preseason Preview
The Houston Rockets’ Finals hopes last season seemingly vanished before the first tip-off. After acquiring future Hall of Famer Kevin Durant, many viewed Houston as a true contender. But nearly a month before the regular season, former All-Star point guard Fred VanVleet tore his ACL. The injury crippled the Rockets, leaving them without a court […] The post Houston Rockets 2026-27 NBA Preseason Preview appeared first on The Lead .
Who Will Win Each MLB Wild Card Series?
Can you feel it in the air? The marathon is complete. Each team has played 162 games. Now, it’s time to prove those wins meant something. After a unique and unpredictable season, the 2026 Major League Baseball Postseason has arrived. Tonight, eight Wild Card teams begin a sprint to win two games, all to survive […] The post Who Will Win Each MLB Wild Card Series? appeared first on The Lead .
The Atlanta Braves Must Answer Two Questions in the Postseason
Through all the trials and tribulations, the Atlanta Braves won over 90 games this season and are locked into the third seed in the National League. They will face the Philadelphia Phillies starting Tuesday in the Wild Card series and will host their first home playoff game since 2023. It will be difficult to get […] The post The Atlanta Braves Must Answer Two Questions in the Postseason appeared first on The Lead .
NHL Atlantic Division Preview: Are Canadiens Ready To Win Division?
The Atlantic Division is a gauntlet. There are no easy points won. Every team in this division expects to make the playoffs and to perform well. Each team at the top is capable of winning the division. The playoff race will be close all season long. In part one, we broke down the bottom four […] The post NHL Atlantic Division Preview: Are Canadiens Ready To Win Division? appeared first on The Lead .
How Should St. Louis Cardinals Fans Look Back at This Season?
The MLB regular season has come to a close and, once again, the Cardinals did not make the playoffs. That marks the fourth season in a row without a playoff appearance for the Cardinals. This extends the team’s longest playoff drought since 2000. Cardinals fans were excited about the team before the All-Star break, sitting […] The post How Should St. Louis Cardinals Fans Look Back at This Season? appeared first on The Lead .
How Will the 2026-2027 NHL Season Play Out?
After a long three-month hiatus, the NHL season is finally here. Training camp and preseason games are winding down, and the regular season begins next week. Every season brings excitement, intrigue, and storylines. The 26-27 campaign is no different. Every new season brings questions about who makes the playoffs, who wins the Stanley Cup, and […] The post How Will the 2026-2027 NHL Season Play Out? appeared first on The Lead .
Training Camp Will Massively Improve the New York Knicks’ Depth
Early predictions, media days, and roster adjustments are all signals that the 2026-27 NBA season is right around the corner. For the defending champion New York Knicks, training camp will provide an opportunity to figure out what works to address the roster’s depth. These next two to three weeks will serve as the foundation for […] The post Training Camp Will Massively Improve the New York Knicks’ Depth appeared first on The Lead .
Despite All the ‘Last’s, CT Sun Players Are Just Getting Started
Often in basketball, if a team is up by 10 or more in the fourth quarter, the stands slowly empty out before the buzzer even hits zero. That wasn’t the case for the Connecticut Sun’s final victory, 95-81 vs. the Toronto Tempo on September 24. With the loudest “Go Sun” chants and the strongest “boo”s […] The post Despite All the ‘Last’s, CT Sun Players Are Just Getting Started appeared first on The Lead .
The Best Moments of the Phillies’ Recent Postseasons
It took longer than anyone wanted, but the Philadelphia Phillies officially punched their ticket to the 2026 MLB Postseason. By narrowly avoiding a disastrous late-season collapse, they extended their run of consecutive postseason appearances to five. They haven’t reached the heights of 2022, when they came within two wins of their third World Series title. […] The post The Best Moments of the Phillies’ Recent Postseasons appeared first on The Lead .
Denver Nuggets 2026-27 NBA Preseason Preview
The 2025-26 season was a disappointing season for the Denver Nuggets. After a solid playoff run the year prior, and after the addition of Cameron Johnson, expectations were through the roof. However, Denver was ravaged by injuries all season, and some of their key players, including Johnson and Christian Braun, struggled to get going. Those […] The post Denver Nuggets 2026-27 NBA Preseason Preview appeared first on The Lead .
Defense Clutches Up in High-Scoring Steelers Win
After two weeks of offensive ineptitude, the Pittsburgh Steelers scored 30 points to upset the Cincinnati Bengals. Jaylen Warren exploded for 176 total yards, and Aaron Rodgers tossed three scores to three different receivers. The offense looked night and day from last week, especially after changes on the right side of the offensive line. The […] The post Defense Clutches Up in High-Scoring Steelers Win appeared first on The Lead .
The Blues Are Smart to Be Patient with Adam Jiricek
When St. Louis Blues defenseman Tyler Tucker went down with a knee injury, some fans thought it would open the door for Adam Jiricek to make the team. The 16th overall pick in the 2024 NHL Entry Draft has had an impressive camp following a strong 2025-26 season for the Brantford Bulldogs. A big, puck-moving, […] The post The Blues Are Smart to Be Patient with Adam Jiricek appeared first on The Lead .
What Nolan Schanuel’s Injury Means for the Angels
Nolan Schanuel was officially shut down on Sep. 18 by the Los Angeles Angels after aggravating a strain in his right intercostal area. Schanuel has been out since Aug. 20 and played one rehab game for the Salt Lake Bees, but was ultimately shut down after further testing and treatment. “Went on a rehab… wasn’t feeling […] The post What Nolan Schanuel’s Injury Means for the Angels appeared first on The Lead .
Sacramento Kings 2026-27 NBA Preseason Preview
The Sacramento Kings are coming off another disappointing season, finishing 22-60 in 2025-26. Now, they enter the year with a projected starting lineup that has played zero games together and new pieces across the board. Last year’s poor finish earned the Kings the No. 7 overall pick, which they used to select Bob Cousy Award […] The post Sacramento Kings 2026-27 NBA Preseason Preview appeared first on The Lead .
Golden State Warriors 2026-27 NBA Preseason Preview
The Golden State Warriors’ 2026-27 season is shaping up to be as exciting as it is uncertain. Golden State entered last season filled with promise after turning their season around after Jimmy Butler’s acquisition. But the team struggled early and never fully gained any ground. Stephen Curry battled injuries for most of last season. Any […] The post Golden State Warriors 2026-27 NBA Preseason Preview appeared first on The Lead .
NHL Pacific Division Preview: Are the Kings Playoff Bound?
Last year, the Pacific Division featured some intriguing rosters. Regardless, it was largely considered the weakest in the NHL. It had the lowest point total of any division winner, the lowest total of any team, and the lowest total of any playoff team. Even still, there were plenty of takeaways from the division, including the […] The post NHL Pacific Division Preview: Are the Kings Playoff Bound? appeared first on The Lead .
4 Must-See Spurs Games in the 26-27 Season
What seemed like an absolute lock for the Larry O. Brien after an incredible 180 of a season turned out to be anything but. Fans still feel the pain of the San Antonio Spurs coming up short against the New York Knicks in the 2026 NBA Finals. Several factors may have contributed to the defeat, […] The post 4 Must-See Spurs Games in the 26-27 Season appeared first on The Lead .
The Giants’ Injury Bug Unlocks Arvell Reeses’ Perfect Role
Week 2 of the 2026 season is one of the darkest days in recent memory for New York Giants fans. Jaxson Dart‘s season-ending injury, along with injuries to All-Pros Brian Burns and Andrew Thomas, leaves the rest of the season feeling hopeless. However, there is a silver lining in the injury plague: giving Arvell Reese […] The post The Giants’ Injury Bug Unlocks Arvell Reeses’ Perfect Role appeared first on The Lead .
Football’s Newest Internet Obsession, the Meatball Sub
Imagine this: your favorite quarterback just threw an interception. You open social media and immediately see the following phrase: “He just threw a meatball sub.” A meatball sub? As in the sandwich…? The new season has started, and the opportunity to post lowlights has returned. The Meaning of a Meatball Sub A “meatball sub” in […] The post Football’s Newest Internet Obsession, the Meatball Sub appeared first on The Lead .
Riley Moss Is No Longer Just the Corner Opposite Patrick Surtain
For two seasons, Riley Moss has had the most thankless job in Denver’s secondary. Quarterbacks don’t want to throw at Patrick Surtain II, so the ball goes the other way. With offenses actively avoiding Surtain, Moss became by far the most targeted cornerback in the league in 2025, according to Pro Football Focus. ESPN has […] The post Riley Moss Is No Longer Just the Corner Opposite Patrick Surtain appeared first on The Lead .
Cleveland Cavaliers 2026-27 NBA Preseason Preview
The Cleveland Cavaliers’ questions of the past mostly remain unanswered. The Cavs’ 2025-26 season was quite middle-of-the-road. An Eastern Conference Finals appearance and two Game 7 victories look nice on paper, but after considering the 4-0 ECF defeat and their ongoing star struggles, the bright feeling soon turns neutral. Before the playoff elimination, the team […] The post Cleveland Cavaliers 2026-27 NBA Preseason Preview appeared first on The Lead .
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