World Series Game 2 takeaways: Yamamoto's gem propels Dodgers past Blue Jays

World Series Game 2 takeaways: Yoshinobu Yamamoto's gem propels Dodgers past Blue Jays

The Toronto Blue Jays learned on Saturday night just how proficient the Los Angeles Dodgers can be when their pitching and hitting are clicking.

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CFB Week 9 winners, losers: Comeback Saturday keeps CFP hopefuls alive

Here are our winners and losers from Week 9, or "Comeback Saturday," of the college football season.

Bill Belichick, UNC come painfully close to upsetting No. 16 Virginia

Haynes King makes Heisman case as No. 7 Georgia Tech destroys Syracuse

Houston forces way into CFP contention with big win at Arizona State

Avery Johnson leads Kansas State to 17th straight win over Kansas

Lane Kiffin trash-talked an Oklahoma player after Saturday’s win

Nick Saban issues a warning to future coaches of Penn State, Florida

Baltimore Ravens News / Yardbarker / October 25

Ravens rule out Lamar Jackson, play dangerous game with injury report

There is a good chance the NFL disciplines the Ravens in some way.

Browns owner addresses QB situation amid Shedeur Sanders questions

In shocking turn, Justin Fields getting another chance to rewrite narrative

Steelers may be changing their stance on Aaron Rodgers

Kirk Cousins likely to start for Falcons on anniversary of famous moment

Christian Watson's inspirational post all but confirms Packers' plans for him

Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / October 25

Doncic draws Chamberlain comparisons for start to NBA season

Luka Doncic draws Wilt Chamberlain comparisons for start to NBA season

You know a player is operating at an elevated level when they put up numbers like Chamberlain, the greatest statistical monster in NBA history. Doncic is doing just that through the first two games of the new season.

Doncic pours in 49 points to carry the Lakers past Timberwolves

Spurs big man Victor Wembanyama continues historic start

Mavericks fans bring back 'Fire Nico' chants during humiliating loss

Damian Lillard lashes out at NBA star for mocking gambling arrests

Charles Barkley, Shaq have harsh responses to NBA gambling scandal

Philadelphia Phillies News / Larry Brown Sports / October 25

Bryce Harper 'really hurt' by trade speculation

Bryce Harper 'really hurt' by trade buzz caused by damaging Dave Dombrowski comments

Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Bryce Harper issued a strong response to speculation that he might be traded this offseason.

Phillies' Harper has an obvious suitor if he were to be traded

Have the Phillies missed their championship window?

Here are three questions facing the Astros this offseason

Ranking the pending MLB free agents: National League edition

Ranking the pending MLB free agents: American League edition

College Football News / Yardbarker / October 25

Texas QB Arch Manning's best game of season ends with injury

Saturday's 45-38 overtime win against Mississippi State might have been a turning point game in the season for the Texas Longhorns and their embattled quarterback, Arch Manning. But even that came with something of a dark cloud.

Texas scores 24 unanswered in comeback win over Mississippi State

Steve Sarkisian is reportedly pursuing NFL head-coaching jobs

Thanks, but no thanks: Titans, other NFL teams should reject Sarkisian

Missouri's loss to Vanderbilt more costly with Beau Pribula injury

No. 10 Vanderbilt makes program history, takes down No. 15 Missouri

LSU HC Brian Kelly's hot seat even hotter after loss to No. 3 Texas A&M

NBA News / Yardbarker / October 25

Hornets lose key starter in 11th straight loss to 76ers

. They were sent packing with a 125-121 loss at the hands of the Philadelphia 76ers, but the final score may not have been the biggest loss of the night for Charlotte.

Quentin Grimes’ late three-pointer lifts 76ers over Hornets

Grizzlies rookies provide spark in blowout of Pacers

Thunder defeat depleted Hawks

Bulls bench bounces back as Chicago downs Orlando

Nuggets blow out Suns

Montreal Canadiens News / Pro Hockey Rumors / October 25

Canadiens announce devastating Patrik Laine news

Canadiens get devastating Patrik Laine news for second straight season

A tough start to the season for Montreal Canadiens winger Patrik Laine just got even tougher.

Kings captain Anze Kopitar to return sooner than previously thought

Penguins’ Caleb Jones to miss eight weeks with lower-body injury

Kraken place Jared McCann on IR, Montour returns from leave of absence

Alex Ovechkin plays 1,500th NHL game vs. Ottawa Senators

Karel Vejmelka has been a calming presence in net for Utah

Soccer News / Field Level Media / October 25

Whitecaps hoping team-record 60 points will translate in playoffs

The second-seeded Vancouver Whitecaps look to build on their best regular season in club history when they begin a Western Conference Round One playoff series against seventh-seeded FC Dallas on Sunday.

Chucky Lozano's status uncertain as San Diego prepares to host Timbers

Union begin quest for first MLS title with three-game series vs. Fire

Chicago thumps Orlando to seal first MLS playoff win since 2009

Lionel Messi tallies twice as Miami take opener vs. Nashville

Messi by numbers: Inside a 2025 season worthy of MVP honors

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 25

Why this potential Cowboys-Dolphins trade makes plenty of sense

Jerry Jones has emphasized that his team is in no way rebuilding, so it’s time for him to show that with his actions.

Insider believes Cowboys could make multiple moves at trade deadline

Cowboys owner Jerry Jones addresses the Maxx Crosby trade rumors

Eagles WR A.J. Brown out vs. Giants as drama-filled season continues

Three dream targets for the Broncos to pursue before trade deadline

Pros, cons of a Brian Thomas Jr. trade for the Jaguars

College Football News / Yardbarker / October 25

Missouri's loss to Vanderbilt even more costly with QB injury

Missouri's loss to Vanderbilt even more costly with Beau Pribula injury

One of the biggest games of the day in college football was in Nashville, where the No. 10 Vanderbilt Commodores narrowly edged the No. 15 Missouri Tigers, 17-10, thanks to a Diego Pavia touchdown with just under two minutes to play in the fourth quarter.

No. 10 Vanderbilt makes program history, takes down No. 15 Missouri

Indiana's defense in Week 9 win shows why the program is a title contender

Thanks, but no thanks: Titans, other NFL teams should reject Steve Sarkisian

The 25 greatest players in ACC football history

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Ciryl Gane News / Field Level Media / October 25

Tom Aspinall-Ciryl Gane ends in unexpected fashion

Tom Aspinall's first UFC heavyweight title defense did not go according to plan, as an anticlimactic ending saw Ciryl Gane accidentally poke both of Aspinall's eyes (15-3-1 MMA) at 4:35 of Round 1.

Alex Pereira reacts to disappointing UFC 321 main event

Jon Jones trolls Aspinall after UFC 321, sends message to Pereira

Mackenzie Dern beats Virna Jandiroba to claim vacant strawweight title

Umar Nurmagomedov earns clean sweep after defeating Mario Bautista

Conor McGregor says he’s 'saved and healed,' eyes UFC return

Texas Longhorns News / Yardbarker / October 25

Thanks, but no thanks: Titans, other NFL teams should reject Steve Sarkisian

Learn from recent history. Avoid Steve Sarkisian.

Terrible NFL head coaches who only lasted one season

The 'Most interceptions thrown in the 2024-25 NFL season' quiz

Steve Sarkisian is reportedly pursuing NFL head-coaching jobs

College Football News / Yardbarker / October 25

Indiana's Week 9 win shows why it's a legitimate title contender

Indiana's defense in Week 9 win shows why the program is a title contender

The Indiana juggernaut keeps going.

Haynes King makes Heisman case as No. 7 Georgia Tech destroys Syracuse

Avery Johnson leads Kansas State to 17th straight win over Kansas in dominant fashion

Kansas State player nearly blew a touchdown with the dumbest mistake

The 25 greatest players in ACC football history

The 'Walter Camp Coach of the Year Award winners' quiz

Jacksonville Jaguars News / Yardbarker / October 25

Pros and cons of a potential Brian Thomas Jr. trade for Jaguars

The Jacksonville Jaguars wouldn't really do it, would they?

After blowout loss to Rams, it's time for Jaguars' Travis Hunter to consider difficult decision

20 NFL players who were one-season wonders

The 'NFL franchise receiving rookie leaders' quiz

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The 'World Series home run leaders' quiz

The 'Active 3-passing-TD game leaders' quiz

The 'MLB playoff RBI leaders' quiz

College Football News / Field Level Media / October 25

Haynes King makes Heisman case as Georgia Tech rocks Syracuse

Haynes King makes Heisman case as No. 7 Georgia Tech destroys Syracuse

Haynes King recorded three passing touchdowns and two rushing scores.

The 25 greatest players in ACC football history

Dallas Cowboys News / Viral Sports News / October 25

NFL drops hammer on George Pickens before Broncos game

NFL drops hammer on Cowboys’ George Pickens before Broncos game

While there’s no question Pickens is one of the league’s top playmaking receivers, he also comes with some baggage.

The main reason why Dak Prescott is a 2025 MVP candidate

Why this potential Cowboys-Dolphins trade makes plenty of sense

The best and worst uniform design for every NFL team

The 'NFL receiving yard leaders since 2022' quiz

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / October 25

Charles Barkley, Shaq have harsh responses to NBA gambling scandal

Charles Barkley and Shaquille O’Neal weighed in on the NBA betting scandal, and neither Hall of Fame player minced words.

Damon Jones’ alleged betting texts related to LeBron James are revealed

NBA gambling probe reportedly involved inside info on LeBron James

Notorious NBA referee Tim Donaghy has bold prediction amid Chauncey Billups, Terry Rozier scandals

Damian Lillard lashes out at NBA star for mocking gambling arrests

Pro poker player Matt Berkey warned about Chauncey Billups’ crooked card games in 2023

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 25

World Series Game 1: Big inning pushes Blue Jays past Dodgers

World Series Game 1 takeaways: Big inning pushes Blue Jays past Dodgers

The Toronto Blue Jays showed on Friday night that the effects of a dramatic seven-game ALCS battle lasted for roughly three innings.

Blue Jays exploit Dodgers bullpen in statement World Series win

Blue Jays had clear plan of attack against Blake Snell

Blue Jays' Addison Barger achieves a World Series first in Game 1

Should Dodgers give Clayton Kershaw one final World Series moment?

Guerreros become latest father/son pairing to play in World Series

New York Giants News / Larry Brown Sports / October 25

NFL punishes Giants HC Brian Daboll for Jaxson Dart situation

The NFL has disciplined the Giants after a league investigation determined that the team violated the concussion protocol with rookie quarterback Jaxson Dart in Week 6.

Giants' Cam Skattebo eager to encounter Eagles fans in Philadelphia

Giants' Dart discusses playing the villain for Eagles rematch

Sean Payton's Russell Wilson response will leave fans disappointed

Colts WR seems to rip the Giants over Daniel Jones' previous struggles

Adonai Mitchell addresses uncertain Colts future after brutal mistake