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Connor Bedard looks poised for breakout year, has first hat trick

Blackhawks' Connor Bedard looks poised for breakout year, records first hat trick

Bedard is showing signs that the third year of his career is going to be a potentially massive breakout performance.

Penguins-Flyers rivalry still going strong as OT ends in mayhem

Rangers' Matt Rempe dealing with long-term injury, but help is on the way

Three NHL teams that should go all-in based on early results

Fan falls from upper level of PPG Paints Arena at Penguins game

The 20 most memorable defunct NHL teams

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Hornets' Kon Knueppel makes NBA history in blowout loss to Heat

The future of the Charlotte Hornets is looking brighter with each and every passing game.

Notorious former Laker goes on epic rant, rips 'soft' Bronny James

Jamal Murray promises help for Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa

Amen Thompson's point guard development has one massive ally

Mavericks battling competing timelines with Cooper Flagg benching

How do Flagg's early numbers stack up against NBA champions?

Lauri Markkanen could be most coveted player at NBA trade deadline

MLB News / Yardbarker / October 28

World Series Game 4: Blue Jays' big inning evens series

World Series Game 4 takeaways: Blue Jays' big inning evens series, Shane Bieber outduels Shohei Ohtani

After a dramatic 18-inning Game 3 marathon that lasted into Tuesday morning, Game 4 of the 2025 World Series had its own share of drama ... at least for the first six innings of the game.

Vladimir Guerrero Jr. sets Blue Jays record with latest home run

Before baseball, Blue Jays' Ernie Clement was dynamite in hockey

Insider gushes over Shohei Ohtani for historic Game 3 performance

Unheralded reliever receives praise from Dodgers legend

Dodgers pitchers all wore 51 on their hats for Alex Vesia

Stephen Strasburg accepts coaching role with his alma mater

NHL News / Yardbarker / October 28

Penguins-Flyers rivalry still going strong as OT ends in mayhem

The Pittsburgh Penguins and Philadelphia Flyers share a state, and also one of the NHL's fiercest rivalries. It is still going strong even though neither team has had much success over the past couple of years.

Penguins’ Sidney Crosby becomes ninth player to reach 1,700 points

Fan falls from upper level of PPG Paints Arena at Penguins game

Who is the winningest coach for every NHL franchise?

The '2008-09 Pittsburgh Penguins' quiz

NASCAR News / Yardbarker / October 28

'It's an embarrassment': NASCAR champion slams playoff format if Corey Heim, Connor Zilisch fail to win championships

The two young stars have had historic seasons, so anything less than a title would be a major disappointment.

NASCAR's counterclaim vs. Front Row, 23XI dismissed

NASCAR driver suspended for Xfinity Series finale after intentionally wrecking competitor at Martinsville

The 'NASCAR Cup Series winners' quiz

Denver Nuggets News / Yardbarker / October 28

Nuggets star Jamal Murray promises help for Jamaica after Hurricane Melissa

After Hurricane Melissa slammed into Jamaica as a Category 5 hurricane, one NBA star is pledging to help the country with its recovery.

Nuggets star center Nikola Jokic matches NBA legend with monster game

The 25 greatest international players in NBA history

The '2022-23 NBA points-per-game leaders' quiz

Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / October 28

Falcons' Cousins wants out of Atlanta ahead of trade deadline

Falcons' Kirk Cousins wants out of Atlanta ahead of trade deadline

The first big-time trade request ahead of the NFL trade deadline has officially been made. It has come from Atlanta Falcons quarterback Kirk Cousins, as he has expressed a desire to be given an opportunity to once again play as a starting quarterback.

Latest Falcons disaster epitomizes franchise in purgatory

Giants have reportedly made trade decision on Kayvon Thibodeaux

Jerry Jones seems to make big statement about trade-deadline rumors

Carson Wentz injury puts Vikings in hard place before trade deadline

NFC East team should be aggressive in pursuit of Brian Thomas Jr.

Bills make notable roster moves ahead of showdown against Chiefs

Miami Hurricanes News / Yardbarker / October 29

Miami lands four-star WR Milan Parris over Oregon, Oklahoma

The Miami Hurricanes have landed one of the top wide receivers in the 2026 class. Considering the competition and the grand scheme of things, this is a huge commitment for Mario Cristobal and his staff.

No. 10 Miami faces ex-OC Brent Lashlee, SMU in key ACC tilt

Vanderbilt, Miami among programs chasing former Clemson commit Blake Stewart

The 25 greatest players in ACC football history

Dallas Stars News / Yardbarker / October 28

What does the Stars' Harley extension mean for Robertson?

What does the Stars' Thomas Harley extension mean for Jason Robertson?

The Dallas Stars' extension of defenseman Thomas Harley (eight years, $10.5875M average annual value) locks up a critical piece for the long-term.

Connor Bedard poised for breakout year, records first hat trick

Penguins-Flyers rivalry still going strong as OT ends in mayhem

Fan falls from upper level of PPG Paints Arena at Penguins game

Rangers' Matt Rempe out long-term, but help is on the way

Three NHL teams that should go all-in based on early results

Kyle Dugger News / Yardbarker / October 28

Patriots send former second-round pick Kyle Dugger to Steelers

Patriots continue trade activity, send former second-round pick Kyle Dugger to Steelers

The New England Patriots were extremely active in Tuesday's trade market.

49ers get needed help by trading for Patriots' Keion White

Patriots' Drake Maye opens up about trying to be successor to Tom Brady

Mike Vrabel sends warning to Patriots amid five-game winning streak

The 25 worst trades in the history of the NFL

The 'Last 200-yard rusher by NFL team' quiz

NBA News / Yardbarker / October 28

Heat could get a rebate on the Terry Rozier trade

The Miami Heat traded a first-round pick to the Charlotte Hornets for Terry Rozier in 2024. Now that he's been arrested, the team may be looking for a refund.

Rozier reportedly was assessed $8M tax lien from the IRS

Congress demands answers from NBA over gambling scandal

As Congress knocks, NBA sends memo vowing review of 'dire risks' of betting

Clippers fans had ironic chant against Chauncey Billups-less Blazers

The 25 best NBA players to never make an All-Star team

Baltimore Ravens News / Yardbarker / October 28

Lamar Jackson explains Ravens' mindset as he makes his return against Dolphins

There's still hope for the Ravens, but there's very little room for error.

Lamar Jackson initiated Ravens' locker-room controversy, but his strategy worked

Ravens HC John Harbaugh offers explanation for potential rule violation

Matt LaFleur explains plan for Packers' disappointing offseason signee

The most notable single-season declines in NFL history

The 'Highest NFL passer ratings of all-time' quiz

NFL News / Yardbarker / October 28

49ers get needed help by trading for Patriots' Keion White

The NFL trade deadline (Nov. 4) is a week away, and teams are starting to make moves to fix their biggest weaknesses.

Patriots continue trade activity, deal former second-round pick Kyle Dugger

Steelers make a surprising move after their recent trade

Steelers reunite Aaron Rodgers with his former wide receiver

Could Packers swing for the fences at the NFL trade deadline?

Are Cowboys preparing to part ways with George Pickens before trade deadline?

Boston Red Sox News / Yardbarker / October 28

Three questions facing the Red Sox this offseason

In some ways, the 2025 season was a success for the Boston Red Sox. The fact that the Red Sox made the playoffs at all was a bit of a surprise given a deal made in June.

How potentially losing Alex Bregman impacts the Red Sox

Red Sox closer Aroldis Chapman takes aim at former team

25 notable MLB Hall of Famers who never won a World Series

The '2018 Boston Red Sox World Series roster' quiz

College Football News / Yardbarker / October 28

abo Swinney feeling the heat in wake of Brian Kelly firing

Clemson's Dabo Swinney may be feeling the heat in wake of LSU firing Brian Kelly

Kelly after a 5-3 start. Clemson is 3-4 this season with some really tough losses.

Kelly called 'worst hire in history' by former NFL coach

Heisman-winning QB pitches reunion at LSU as Tigers look to replace Kelly

Five candidates to replace Kelly at LSU

Colorado's Deion Sanders has brutal take on coach firings

Texas gets concerning Arch Manning news before matchup vs. Vanderbilt

Pat Narduzzi, Pitt take chance on 2027 QB Kevin Verpaele

A junior at Merritt Island High School, Verpaele has thrown for 1,909 yards and 19 touchdowns.

Pitt's Pat Narduzzi excoriates NCAA for allowing athletes to bet on pro sports

The 20 most memorable college football scandals

Jeb Burton News / Yardbarker / October 28

Driver suspended for Xfinity Series finale after wrecking competitor

NASCAR driver suspended for Xfinity Series finale after intentionally wrecking competitor at Martinsville

Sam Mayer will spend the final weekend of the 2025 NASCAR Xfinity Series season on an unscheduled vacation.

Kevin Harvick: If these two drivers don't win, it's an 'embarrassment'

Jeff Gordon says Hendrick Motorsports wants 2025 championship 'bad'

2025 NASCAR championship race will be a true heavyweight battle

Joe Gibbs Racing's six-year title drought has felt like 'forever'

Power rankings: Championship 4 field is set after Martinsville

Baltimore Ravens News / Yardbarker / October 28

Lamar Jackson initiated controversy, but his strategy worked

Lamar Jackson initiated Ravens' locker-room controversy, but his strategy worked

Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson reminded the team that there was no time for fun and games.

Jackson return could prompt big second half from Ravens

Ravens HC John Harbaugh speaks out on Jackson injury controversy

Major injury update emerges on Chiefs star RB Isiah Pacheco

Did Dan Campbell send message to Jets fans after Aaron Glenn's first win?

Bills star James Cook inadvertently insulted a 'trash' division rival

Buffalo Bills News / Yardbarker / October 28

Bills make notable roster moves ahead of showdown against Chiefs

Prior to their biggest game of the year against the Kansas City Chiefs, the Buffalo Bills made a flurry of roster moves.

Ed Oliver injury news has massive implications for depleted Bills

Bills have reestablished run game after James Cook's impressive performance

Bills roll past Panthers to win for first time in October

20 NFL players who were one-season wonders

The 'Multiple 10-sack NFL seasons' quiz

Washington Commanders News / Yardbarker / October 28

Commanders HC has much-needed positive Jayden Daniels news

Commanders HC provides much-needed positive Jayden Daniels news after blowout loss to Chiefs

Without second-year quarterback Jayden Daniels, the Commanders looked hapless in a blowout loss to the Chiefs.

Commanders players know time is running out on turning season around

Travis Kelce praised as 'Chiefs' Chief' after bouncing back from miscue in win over Commanders

'MNF' takeaways: Stout defensive effort leads Chiefs to decisive win over Commanders

2026 first-round NFL mock draft: Three QBs in the top 10

The '200-passing yards in first 20 NFL games' quiz

Atlanta Falcons News / Yardbarker / October 28

Latest Falcons disaster epitomizes franchise in purgatory

There has not been a more Jekyll and Hyde team this season than the 3-4 Falcons.

Five worst Week 8 performances: Epic collapse pushes Bengals closer to massive change

NFL Week 8 winners, losers: Eagles' rushing attack soars; Dak Prescott's MVP chances plummet

The 25 worst trades in the history of the NFL

The '2024 TD catch leaders by team' quiz

Shohei Ohtani News / Yardbarker / October 28

Insider gushes over Shohei Ohtani after historic Game 3

Insider cannot compliment Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani enough after latest historic performance

The game itself was historic, but the performance from Shohei Ohtani was one for the record books.

Dodgers troll Blue Jays fans over Shohei Ohtani chants

Freddie Freeman's walk-off caps Shohei Ohtani's historic night in World Series Game 3

World Series takeaways: Shohei Ohtani’s historic night sets stage for Freddie Freeman’s 18th-inning walk-off

The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

The 'Three-home-run MLB playoff games' quiz

Denver Nuggets News / Yardbarker / October 28

Nuggets star center Nikola Jokic matches NBA legend with monster game

Jokic's statistical marvel of a game has only been duplicated by one other player, a legend in his own right, since field goal percentage was first tracked in 1956-57.

Jamal Murray (43), Nikola Jokic spark Nuggets over Wolves

The 25 greatest international players in NBA history

The 'NBA 40-point, 15-rebound game leaders' quiz