MLB playoff takeaways: Blue Jays dominate Mariners in Game 3

MLB playoff takeaways: Blue Jays dominate Mariners to cut series deficit

Game 3 of the American League Championship Series was the only MLB postseason matchup taking place on Wednesday, as the Toronto Blue Jays dominated the Seattle Mariners 13-4 in an 18-hit performance to cut the series deficit to 2-1.

Kevin Durant responds to Mariners star wearing his jersey to ALCS Game 3

Predicting when Yoshinobu Yamamoto will pitch again for Dodgers

Lifelong White Sox fan Pope Leo had a brutal comeback for Cubs fan

Another MLB team reportedly enters the Albert Pujols sweepstakes

Five MLB stars who need to step it up in the postseason

Ranking four potential World Series matchups based on excitement level

Features

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The Quiz of the Day

RAM has its first driver for new NASCAR Truck Series team

RAM and Kaulig Racing have found their first driver for their new NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series team that will debut in 2026.

Text messages between NASCAR leadership revealed execs were worried about PGA, LIV-esque split

NASCAR power rankings: Leaving Las Vegas with a new No. 1

NASCAR South Point 400 takeaways: Denny Hamlin surges late to lock up Championship 4 berth

The 'Drivers in the NASCAR Hall of Fame' quiz

Formula One News / Yardbarker / October 16

Piastri and Norris locked in title battle as decisive sprint weekends loom

Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris locked in title battle as decisive sprint weekends loom

It could define not only their careers but also McLaren's modern era.

Zak Brown 'amused' by accusations about Piastri relationship

The '2024 award winners' quiz

Philadelphia Phillies News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'AL and NL MVPs since 2000' quiz

How many of the AL and NL MVPs since the 2000 MLB season can you name in six minutes?

Tennis News / Yardbarker / October 16

Jannik Sinner involved in bizarre fan incident in Saudi Arabia

In a strange turn of events, World No. 2 Jannik Sinner was taken aback Wednesday when a fan in Saudi Arabia ran onto the court and asked for his jacket.

The 'Wimbledon men's champions' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 16

Giants reportedly looking to provide Jaxson Dart with new WR

Giants reportedly targeting big-name WRs to replace Malik Nabers

The New York Giants could soon give rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart a new toy.

Game film shows how Giants' Jaxson Dart is developing ahead of schedule

Pair of Giants still making an impact despite quiet box scores

NFL teams expect Jets to make this Breece Hall decision before trade deadline

Terrible NFL head coaches who only lasted one season

The 'NFL QBs with the most 4-TD, 0-INT games' quiz

Chicago Bears News / Yardbarker / October 16

Potential Caleb Williams-Troy Aikman beef won't be the first of its kind

Why did ESPN analyst Troy Aikman continually rip Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams in Week 6 of "Monday Night Football?"

Bears HC Ben Johnson calls out Troy Aikman

'MNF' takeaways: Jake Moody plays hero for Bears in walk-off win over Commanders

Spencer Rattler shares thoughts on 2021 Oklahoma benching for Caleb Williams before Saints-Bears clash

25 NFL players who could retire after the 2025 season

The 'Chicago Bears head coaches' quiz

College Football News / Yardbarker / October 16

HC candidates Penn State should avoid: Why Matt Rhule, others would be disastrous

Head-coaching candidates Penn State should avoid: Why Matt Rhule, others would be disastrous

All signs point toward Rhule landing the job, but that would be a colossal mistake.

Jonathan Smith ignoring outside noise at Michigan State, but he should be worried

Nick Saban is already being linked to the Penn State job

Ohio State commit files lawsuit over ban on NIL earnings

Buyout figures for five CFB head coaches on the hot seat

Ranking five best head-coaching openings in college football

Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / October 16

Concerning report emerges about LeBron James' health

LeBron James is set to miss the start of the regular season and possibly a good chunk of time beyond that as well.

New-look Luka Doncic may turn Lakers into true title contenders

Lakers are predicted to be mediocre by analytical models

Is NBA training camp to blame for excessive injuries?

Nets dug bigger hole for themselves with draft whiffs

Five NBA players who could make the leap to All-Star level in 2025-26

Josh Allen News / Yardbarker / October 16

The Big Five: Alarming reasons the Buffalo Bills' Super Bowl hopes are slipping away

Are the wheels falling off the Buffalo Bills' Super Bowl bandwagon?

Anonymous Eagles player explains major concern to NFL insider

49ers' season expectations have changed after Fred Warner injury

Why Titans reportedly felt now was right time to fire Brian Callahan

Browns' Kevin Stefanski addresses outside noise amid job security rumors

Is Ravens' John Harbaugh in danger of losing his job amid 1-5 start to season?

George Pickens News / Yardbarker / October 16

Cowboys WR George Pickens' most important priority could lead to him leaving Dallas

Pickens, who was drafted in the second round by the Pittsburgh Steelers in 2022, is in the final season of his rookie contract.

Giants reportedly targeting big-name WRs to replace Malik Nabers

Pair of Giants still making an impact despite quiet box scores

Breece Hall shares cryptic social media post amid trade rumors

Emeka Egbuka injury update leaves Buccaneers with a massive problem

How the Chiefs' plan for Rashee Rice makes them an AFC threat again

Entertainment

Popular movies that aren't available to stream anywhere

20 A-list actors who were once child stars

Iconic child stars who became awesome character actors

25 horror movies that were based on true stories

Sacramento Kings News / Yardbarker / October 15

Kings make major decision on Keegan Murray's future in Sacramento

The often-nonsensical Sacramento Kings have finally made a sensible move.

Murray gets the Trey Murphy special

Murray's injury could wreck the Kings' already-shaky defense

Kings' family ties have team in bind

Russell Westbrook signs with sixth NBA team in five seasons

Five underrated NBA preseason performers pushing for a rotation spot

Miami Dolphins News / Yardbarker / October 15

Tua Tagovailoa apologizes for comments, but it isn't enough

Dolphins QB Tua Tagovailoa apologizes for controversial comments, but it isn't enough

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa wishes he had kept quiet following a Week 6 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers.

Potential Caleb Williams-Troy Aikman beef won't be the first of its kind

Spencer Rattler shares thoughts on 2021 benching for Williams before clash

Browns' Dillon Gabriel responds to latest Myles Garrett complaints

Derek Carr's brother David provides huge update on his possible NFL return

How Aaron Rodgers, Arthur Smith 'hit it off' after concerns

Joe Flacco has theory on Mike Tomlin's controversial comments

NHL News / Daily Faceoff / October 15

Gary Bettman has major 'concern' ahead of 2026 Winter Olympics

There is a little bit of uneasiness building toward February.

Rangers will need to get season back on track without star forward

Mammoth reveal team's new mascot

Should the NHL expand to 36 teams?

NHL Week 1 reactions: What's real — and what's a mirage?

The 20 NHL players under the most pressure for the 2025-26 season

New York Knicks News / Yardbarker / October 15

Malcolm Brogdon's retirement may have saved one player's career

On Wednesday, Brogdon made the shocking decision to call time on his career and announce his immediate retirement from the NBA.

Former All-Star could be Knicks' saving grace after Malcom Brogdon's retirement

Knicks' trade candidate may be changing Mike Brown's mind

Knicks made correct Jalen Brunson call amid Giannis Antetokounmpo rumors

Knicks drop lawsuit against Raptors, closing bizarre off-court feud

New-look Hawks should contend in watered-down Eastern Conference

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The '2024 TD catch leaders by team' quiz

The 'NFL total touchdown pass leaders' quiz

The 'NFL 250-passing-yard game leaders' quiz

The 'Team USA men's basketball coaches' quiz

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / October 15

NASCAR leadership execs were worried about PGA, LIV-esque split

Text messages between NASCAR leadership revealed execs were worried about PGA, LIV-esque split

Bombshell text messages were revealed on Wednesday by 23XI Racing/Front Row Motorsports in a court filing in the teams' antitrust case against NASCAR.

NASCAR team surprisingly parts ways with driver late in 2025 season

Cup Series crew chief critical of lead-up to bizarre incident at Las Vegas

What the NASCAR Cup Series playoff standings look like after Las Vegas

Potential replacements for Justin Haley at Spire Motorsports

Rinus VeeKay joins Juncos Hollinger Racing for 2026 IndyCar campaign

Inter Miami News / Yardbarker / October 15

Lionel Messi breaks historic record in Argentina’s rout of Puerto Rico

Even in the twilight of his career, Lionel Messi continues to play soccer as if time doesn’t apply to him.

Cristiano Ronaldo breaks goal-scoring record as Portugal suffers late collapse

Harry Kane makes history again as England clinches 2026 World Cup berth

Erling Haaland on pace to shatter historic Premier League record

Thomas Tuchel backs Marcus Rashford to become one of world’s best forwards

Takeaways from USMNT's hard-fought win over Australia in Colorado

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Oldest starting QB by NFL team' quiz

How many of the oldest quarterbacks to start a game for every NFL franchise can you name in five minutes?

The 'Active NFL passing leaders' quiz

The 'Four NFL passing-touchdown game leaders' quiz

The 'Most touchdown passes by NFL franchise' quiz

Philadelphia Eagles News / Yardbarker / October 15

Anonymous Eagles player explains major concern to NFL insider

ESPN's Jeremy Fowler revealed on Wednesday that he "definitely sensed concern" among Eagles players after the club suffered a second straight defeat.

NFL executive shares big revelation about Eagles, A.J. Brown trade rumors

The Eagles need to find a solution to their defensive line problem

Game film shows how Giants' Jaxson Dart is developing ahead of schedule

The most overpaid & underpaid NFL players at every position

The '100-rushing-yard games by NFL QBs' quiz

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 15

Report: New team wants to interview Albert Pujols for manager job

Albert Pujols is widely considered the favorite to become the next manager of the Los Angeles Angels, but there is at least one other team that is reportedly looking to make its pitch to the future Hall of Famer.

Angels would take big risk by hiring Albert Pujols as manager

Three areas for Baltimore Orioles to focus on during offseason

Why four-time World Series-winning manager is best option for Padres

The 25 greatest MLB teams from the 2000s

The 'MLB Miscellaneous Milestones' quiz

Toronto Blue Jays News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'MLB yearly runs created leaders' quiz

How many of the MLB players to lead the Major Leagues in runs created since the 1990 season can you name in six minutes?

Kansas City Chiefs News / Yardbarker / October 15

How the Chiefs' plan for Rashee Rice makes them an AFC threat again

The Kansas City Chiefs are beginning to resemble the offensive powerhouse many anticipated, and they are about to receive a significant midseason boost with the return of WR1 Rashee Rice.

Rashee Rice's impending return adds more juice to Chiefs' surging offense

Patrick Mahomes quietly having MVP-type season despite Chiefs' record

Mahomes reaches career milestone vs. Lions

25 NFL players who could retire after the 2025 season

The 'NFL total touchdown pass leaders' quiz

Atlanta Hawks News / Yardbarker / October 15

New-look Hawks should contend in watered-down Eastern Conference

There's no reason why the 2025-26 season shouldn't be the Hawks' best of the Trae Young era yet.

The best draft pick in the history of NBA franchise

The 'NBA assist champions' quiz

NFL News / Steeler Nation / October 15

Steelers could once again pursue preseason WR trade target

If the trade comes together, it could be a decisive move that shifts Pittsburgh from a strong team to a true contender in 2025.

How Steelers' Aaron Rodgers, Arthur Smith 'hit it off' after concerns

Bengals' Joe Flacco has theory about controversial trade comments from Steelers' Mike Tomlin

Steelers' Mike Tomlin has strong feelings about Browns trading Joe Flacco to Bengals

NFL assistants who could soon become head coaches

The 'NFL Walter Payton Man of the Year' quiz

Green Bay Packers News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Multi-rushing-touchdown game leaders' quiz

How many of the players in NFL history with at least 15 multi-rushing-touchdown games can you name in five minutes?

NBA News / Yardbarker / October 15

Russell Westbrook's relentlessness won't let him quit the NBA

It's rare to see a future Hall of Famer willingly take a backup role at the end of his career. That's not the case with Russell Westbrook, who signed with the Sacramento Kings Wednesday for his 18th NBA season.

Keegan Murray's injury could wreck Kings' already-shaky defense

The all-time scoring leader for every NBA franchise

The 'NBA point guard all-time rebounding leaders' quiz

NFL News / WI Sports Heroics / October 15