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Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal reacts after a strikeout against the Houston Astros in the sixth inning in Game 1 of the Wild Card Series at Minute Maid Park.

ALDS Preview: Three Keys to Watch in the Tigers-Guardians Series

Detroit's Cinderella run continues into the division series against an American League Central rival in what could be a pitching-heavy matchup.

Nick Selbe
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Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal reacts after a strikeout against the Houston Astros in the sixth inning in Game 1 of the Wild Card Series at Minute Maid Park.

ALDS Preview: Three Keys to Watch in the Tigers-Guardians Series

Detroit's Cinderella run continues into the division series against an American League Central rival in what could be a pitching-heavy matchup.

Nick Selbe
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Army Black Knights head coach Jeff Monken celebrates with his team after beating the Temple Owls.

Forde-Yard Dash: Undefeated Service Academies and October Story Lines to Watch

Two monster weekends of games, cross-country travel effects and two soaring teams that are trying to shake up the College Football Playoff.

Pat Forde
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Indiana Hoosiers head coach Curt Cignetti reacts after winning a game this season en route to a 5–0 record.

Curt Cignetti Backing Up Bold Preseason Claims As Indiana Dominates in 5–0 Start

The first-year Hoosiers coach stacked his roster and staff from the Group of 5 ranks in building an early-season juggernaut who he pronounced would play in the Big Ten title game.

Pat Forde
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Middleton owns a Phillies franchise that has ranked in the top five of player payroll in each of the last four seasons.

Phillies Owner John Middleton Provides an Unsparing Blueprint for His Peers

Middleton is intent on bringing a title to Philadelphia—and he’s put his money where his mouth is in a time when many team owners prioritize profit over wins.

Stephanie Apstein
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Jauan Jennings, Brandon Aiyuk and Deebo Samuel sit in the 49ers' locker room before a matchup against the Vikings at U.S. Bank Stadium.

NFL Players and Writers Issue Conflicting Statements About Locker Room Access

The NFL Players Association aims to put an end to interviews in the locker room.

Tom Dierberger
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Davante Adams.

Davante Adams Posts Cryptic Reference on Instagram Story Amid Trade Speculation

Patrick Andres
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New York Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers speaks with Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Davante Adams after a November 2023 game at Allegiant Stadium on November 12, 2023 in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Aaron Rodgers, Tiptoeing Around 'Tampering', Addresses Davante Adams-Jets Trade Buzz

Tim Capurso
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Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins celebrates on the field following the club's 36-30 win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Thursday night.

Kirk Cousins Put Taylor Rooks's Swag Surfin Lessons to Use After Win vs. Bucs

Tim Capurso
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Oct 3, 2024; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Falcons running back Bijan Robinson (7) runs against Tampa Bay Buccaneers linebacker Joe Tryon-Shoyinka (9) during the first half at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images

Bijan Robinson Might Be Fantasy Football's Biggest Bust So Far

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Atlanta Falcons played in what was the best game of the 2024 season, both in terms of real and fantasy football, on Thursday night.

Michael Fabiano
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Green Bay Packers wide receiver Dontayvion Wicks (13) celebrates after catching a touchdown pass against Chicago Bears cornerback Terell Smith (32) during their football game Sunday, January 7, 2024, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wis.

Fabs Five: Week 5 Fantasy Sleepers Highlighted by Trey Sermon, Dontayvion Wicks

Michael Fabiano
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Las Vegas Raiders wide receiver Tre Tucker

Last-Minute Fantasy Football Streaming WR With Malik Nabers 'A Longshot' to Play

Brian Giuffra
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Start Em, Sit Em: Week 5

Defense and Kicker Start 'Em, Sit 'Em Picks For Fantasy Football Week 5

Michael Fabiano
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NBA commissioner Adam Silver presents Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic (15) the KIA NBA MVP trophy.

2024-25 NBA MVP Odds: Nikola Jokic, Luka Doncic, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Headline Loaded Market

Sports Illustrated's Peter Dewey previews the NBA MVP betting market, including the path for some of the top contenders.

Peter Dewey
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Rondo with the Cavaliers in 2022.

Rajon Rondo, Pondering Coaching Career, to Join Bucks in Unspecified Role This Season

Patrick Andres
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Karl-Anthony Towns reacts during a game against the Dallas Mavericks.

Many NBA Executives Believe Timberwolves Won Karl-Anthony Towns Trade With Knicks

Karl Rasmussen
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Karl-Anthony Towns and Tom Thibodeau in 2017.

Karl-Anthony Towns Says History With Knicks' Tom Thibodeau Gives Him 'Head Start'

Patrick Andres
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Ohtani batted .310/.390/.646 with 54 homers in 159 games for the Dodgers this season.

Dodgers Star Shohei Ohtani Had One-Word Response to Question About Playoff Jitters

The Dodgers star is one day away from beginning his postseason career.

Tom Dierberger
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Bobby Witt Jr. Watched Derek Jeter Clips to Prep for Yankees' Playoff Atmosphere

Dan Gartland
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Bob Uecker and Howie Rose went through the emotions during the Mets’ shocking win over the Brewers.

It’s Time for MLB to Find a Way to Have Local Broadcasters Call Postseason Games

Jimmy Traina
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Pete Alonso homers in Game 3 vs. Milwaukee.

Mets Fan Who Was Recording as Pete Alonso Homered Amazingly Ended Up With the Ball

Stephen Douglas
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Former Texas A&M Aggies coach Jimbo Fisher eviscerated the state of college football NIL on SiriusXM radio on Friday.

Jimbo Fisher Eviscerates State of College Football NIL

The former Florida State and Texas A&M coach called out the rampant cheating taking place across the sport.

Mike McDaniel
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Colorado Buffaloes wide receiver/cornerback Travis Hunter before the game against the Baylor Bears.

Travis Hunter Explains Why He'd Love to Play for the Denver Broncos

Karl Rasmussen
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Marshawn Lynch attends a California football game.

Marshawn Lynch Will Be the Guest Picker for First Ever 'College GameDay' at Cal

Madison Williams
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Big Red during the 2022 New Orleans Bowl.

Western Kentucky to Wear Funniest Helmets of College Football Season in Week 7

Patrick Andres
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Daniel Berger is one shot off the lead through 36 holes in Jackson.

2024 Sanderson Farms Championship Final Payouts, Prize Money, Winnings

Jeff Ritter
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This James Bond Golf-Themed Golf Grip Is Worth Getting Your Hands on

Gary Van Sickle
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Five of Jack Nicklaus’s Best Sports Illustrated Covers

John Schwarb
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The 2025 Masters is scheduled for April 10-13.

While Focused on Hurricane Helene Relief, Fred Ridley Says Masters Will Go on As Scheduled

Bob Harig
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Inter Miami is six points away from MLS history

Inter Miami Predicted Lineup vs. Toronto FC: MLS

Braden Chalker
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Real Madrid's last test before the international break comes against Villarreal.

Real Madrid Predicted Lineup vs. Villarreal: La Liga

Amanda Langell
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Manchester City play host to Fulham in the Premier League

Manchester City Predicted Lineup vs. Fulham: Premier League

Braden Chalker
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David Raya (left) and Mikel Merino (right) celebrate Arsenal's win over PSG in the Champions League.

Arsenal Predicted Lineup vs. Southampton: Premier League

Max Mallow
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Muhl appeared in 16 games for the Storm as a rookie in 2024.

Nika Mühl Posts Inspirational Message After Suffering Season-Ending ACL Injury

Tom Dierberger
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Mabrey has added an offensive spark to the Sun this postseason.

Marina Mabrey Has Been the Spark Plug the Sun Needed

Emma Baccellieri
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The Storm selected Muhl with the No. 14 pick of the 2024 WNBA draft.

Storm Guard Nika Mühl Sustains Torn ACL in First Game With Overseas Team

Tom Dierberger
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Indiana Fever forward Aliyah Boston celebrates with Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark recording a triple-double.

Fever Teammates Sent Caitlin Clark Heartfelt Messages After Rookie of the Year Win

Karl Rasmussen
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