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Buccaneers WR Mike Evans to miss most of the season with broken collarbone Two brutal NWSL injuries loom large. Plus: U. S. expands 2031 World Cup bid The Manchester United second balls strategy that underpinned a famous Anfield victory Danila Yurov’s first NHL goal a big one in Wild’s 3-1 win over Rangers: Takeaways Mariners-Blue Jays Game 7 takeaways: George Springer blasts Toronto into the World Series Josh Naylor called for interference on bizarre double play using his head Connections: Sports Edition hints for Oct. 21, 2025, puzzle No. 393 James Horncastle’s Serie A Briefing: Chivu calling the right plays for Inter Newcastle’s new technical director: A former Microsoft data whizz with a ‘sky-high IQ’ Tuchel’s faith in Rogers pays dividends, and could Chilwell have a role? – England 2026 World Cup watch Nuno’s new dawn at West Ham: Confusing tactics, a toothless attack and tension in the stands Buccaneers-Lions takeaways: Jahmyr Gibbs, short-handed defense stand out in Detroit’s win As Blue Jays clinch World Series berth, Drake celebrates Toronto’s ‘going to the big show’ Jose Mourinho’s Sir Bobby-inspired affection for Newcastle: ‘It’s the history, the passion’ How players prepare for a double-match week: Two ‘teams’, specialist bedding, compression boots Seahawks-Texans takeaways: Too much Jaxon Smith-Njigba, too much Seattle defense Why Nottingham Forest chose Sean Dyche over Roberto Mancini and Marco Silva Row Z: Slot blasts Manchester United’s autonomy, plus ‘Forest gonna Forest’ and Wolves get prematurely festive How much should the New York Mets pay to bring back Pete Alonso — again? Sabres thoughts: Why Buffalo could be chasing Montreal again after latest loss Atlanta Falcons Second Thoughts: Michael Penix Jr. ’s health and preparing for more man coverage Nottingham Forest appoint Sean Dyche as new head coach Red Light poll: Does Brad Marchand get your Hall of Fame vote? The Bucks made tough personnel decisions to end preseason. What’s the motive? Colton Herta to race in Formula Two in 2026 alongside test driver campaign with Cadillac 15 Toronto Raptors predictions: Scottie triple-doubles, missed 3s and an All-Star The rise of DJ Turner II: How the Bengals CB shifted from benched to one of NFL’s best What I’m hearing about Porter Martone, Aleksei Kolosov and other Flyers prospects Jaxon Smith-Njigba, ‘mastermind’ Mike Macdonald’s defense show Seahawks are for real What we’ve seen in the Blue Jackets’ first 5 games: Damon Severson, Charlie Coyle and more How Danila Yurov’s first NHL goal came together, what it means for Wild rookie: ‘I’m so happy’ Bears’ confidence building along with winning streak: ‘We know how good we can be’ Why 49ers coaching is NFL’s best this year, and Bears running wild: Week 7 film review The 10 best things I saw in college football recruiting over the weekend College Football fact check: Were these preseason narratives real or just lip service? Keith Andrews is quietly piecing Brentford back together Chelsea’s loan players: How they’re faring across Europe Alcohol, professionalism, a viral video. Plus: Mamdani hits out at World Cup ticket prices All League Championship Series team: Springer and Ohtani deliver dual DH delights What has Brian Schottenheimer ‘jacked’ about future of Cowboys’ defense Toronto overcomes a powerful jinx, plus our new NFL playoff simulator While Dave Canales tries to keep Bills guessing, Andy Dalton ready to step in Rashee Rice had an offseason talk with Patrick Mahomes. It led to a TD on Sunday Bayern Munich head coach Vincent Kompany signs new contract until 2029 The Wizards can’t afford to deviate from their rebuilding plan, tough as it may be Broncos’ Sean Payton vows to ‘look closely at the personnel’ in search of offensive fixes How Louis Crevier has developed into a reliable defenseman for Blackhawks What could Phillies’ bullpen look like in 2026? An early look at internal options Carlos Hernández, ex-catcher and broadcaster, interested in Padres’ manager job Chelsea’s Liam Delap set to return to training after hamstring injury Pacers, Aaron Nesmith agree to two-year, $40 million extension Blue Jays’ Bo Bichette expects to rejoin club for World Series Bundesliga Briefing: All-time performance from all-rounder Kane and Leipzig’s Poulsen tifo Longtime Angels employee denies knowledge of Eric Kay’s drug use What Brandon Graham’s return from retirement means for the Eagles Aston Villa reach agreement in principle with Matty Cash over new contract Brooklyn FC tabs USMNT great Brian Mc Bride as first GM NBA predictions as the season tips off. Plus: Contract-extension reactions A much closer examination of Brad Marchand’s years-long Hockey Hall of Fame debate New Orleans Pelicans streaming guide: How to watch Zion Williamson and young team in 2025-26 Why has Florida football been so mid? Plus Texas Tech’s tortilla crackdown How to watch the Toronto Raptors: TV schedule and broadcast rotation for 2025-26 season What we’re seeing from Canucks: The winning streak, replacing Filip Chytil, Elias Pettersson’s turnaround, more Pistons’ Ausar Thompson ready to ‘flip’ script after productive, healthy offseason Gabe Vincent bought into the Lakers. He’s finally seeing the returns U. S. Soccer, largely uninvolved in 2026 men’s World Cup, wants to help 2031 Women’s World Cup leave ‘legacy’ Lane Hutson, Ivan Demidov already showing how their partnership could drive the Canadiens Rams mailbag entering Week 8 bye Angry fan bases drive college football’s coach carousel. Which are the most desperate? Building the Blue Jays: 10 steps that got Toronto back to the World Series Brian Daboll owns Giants’ epic collapse, kicking woes continue, and Jaxson Dart shines New York Rangers avoid unwanted record, but frustration bubbles as scoring woes continue Sergio Ramos in talks to renew Monterrey contract, would see him play past 40 Thibaut Courtois accuses La Liga of ‘manipulation’ after protests against Miami game not broadcast How to watch Canucks vs. Penguins: TV channel and streaming options for October 21 How to watch Sharks vs. Islanders: TV channel and streaming options for October 21 What you’ll remember from ALCS Game 7, plus: Do Blue Jays have a shot? ‘Life has simplified’: Blues’ Jordan Binnington on being a family man, Olympics and more Jess Fishlock wants to remain at Seattle Reign one more year: ‘I’m not retiring fully’ How to watch Devils vs. Maple Leafs: TV channel and streaming options for October 21 How to watch Oilers vs. Senators: TV channel and streaming options for October 21 How to watch Kraken vs. Capitals: TV channel and streaming options for October 21 Are the Red Wings for real? What I think and what I know after 6 games Penguins legends Sidney Crosby and Evgeni Malkin are desperately racing a ticking clock True to form, Dan Campbell’s Detroit Lions ‘did not blink’ in face of adversity Mexico won’t surely slow Max’s momentum. Plus, How COTA is growing PWHL Seattle, Vancouver reveal inaugural jerseys ahead of 2025-26 season How to watch Rockets vs. Thunder: TV channel and streaming options for October 21 Zohran Mamdani talks soccer: World Cup ticket prices and the Premier League title race 7 NHL veterans on track to have bounce-back years NFL quarterbacks over 40 are winning again — and no one saw it coming Makeshift Lions secondary met the moment in a big way vs. Bucs: ‘We heard all the noise’ The Central Division is the toughest in the NHL. Here’s how Winnipeg can win it How to watch Blue Jackets vs. Stars: TV channel and streaming options for October 21 How to watch Panthers vs. Bruins: TV channel and streaming options for October 21 How to watch Kings vs. Blues: TV channel and streaming options for October 21 How to watch Ducks vs. Predators: TV channel and streaming options for October 21 How to watch Warriors vs. Lakers: TV channel and streaming options for October 21 How to watch Avalanche vs. Mammoth: TV channel and streaming options for October 21 Deion Sanders hopes Shohei Ohtani’s success ‘opens door’ for more two-way MLB stars After reaching new peak, the Mariners find new depth of agony as a pennant slips away Submit your Ohio State football questions for Cameron Teague Robinson’s mailbag What Nottingham Forest can expect from Sean Dyche: ‘Gaffer’s Day’, V defending, and no egos Why Ohio State will (and won’t) repeat as College Football Playoff national champion Are Chicago Bulls fans really excited for another 39-win, ninth-place season? Fernando Mendoza leads our Heisman straw poll, but Diego Pavia is rising No, Jayden Daniels isn’t on the path to becoming Washington’s next RGIII Barcelona 6 Olympiacos 1: Fermin’s hat-trick, VAR controversy, and a great night for La Masia NFL says it’s trying to improve officiating on ‘very difficult’ tush push plays Woody Johnson faults QB Justin Fields’ play for Jets’ 0-7 record, backs coach Aaron Glenn Women’s pro baseball is here — and New York, Los Angeles get the first teams SEC fines Texas A&M $50, 000 for feigning injury in win over Arkansas NFL has ‘heightened focus on playing surfaces’ after concerns over Met Life, Acrisure Stadium fields Liverpool travel disruption will ‘not impact’ Eintracht Frankfurt match build-up, Arne Slot says Arsenal 4 Atletico Madrid 0 – What does this win say about Arteta’s side? How big was this for Gyokeres? Villarreal 0 Manchester City 2 – Haaland equals a Ronaldo record as City dominate Alexander Isak: What’s going wrong? When the Premier League met the NFL over 24 hours in London ‘A tool of the Camorra’: Serie B club put under judicial administration after alleged mafia infiltration How legit are these win streaks? Plus: Patriots are back, Week 8 fantasy prep Landon Donovan’s new hair, and the side effect he wasn’t expecting UEFA becomes first sporting body to sign up to global anti-piracy coalition Mitchell Robinson, Josh Hart to miss Knicks’ season opener vs. Cavaliers Best NBA futures bets: Bullish on the Thunder, Nuggets and… the Bulls? ! Submit your questions for Michael-Shawn Dugar’s Seahawks mailbag Newcastle 3 Benfica 0 – Keeper Pope provides assist, superb night for Howe’s wingers Jack Nicklaus awarded $50 million in defamation lawsuit involving his former company USMNT’s Sergiño Dest benched for PSV vs. Napoli in Champions League for being late Duke lands commitment from 5-star Bryson Howard, son of ex-NBAer Josh Howard Harry Gray signs first professional Leeds contract Viktor Gyokeres, Bane, Gabriel and the background to his goal celebration Adam Silver talks expansion, dynasties and the All-Star Game as 2025-26 season begins Angels hire Kurt Suzuki as manager What to know about the NBA’s return to NBC: Rockets-Thunder, Warriors-Lakers open season Jazz owner Ryan Smith looks to move Jazz, Mammoth forward with new practice facility Chiefs star Travis Kelce’s latest venture is literal roller coaster Adam Silver says WNBA players are ‘going to get a big increase’ in pay amid CBA negotiations NASCAR reveals course for inaugural San Diego race at Naval Base Coronado Crumbl Cookies CEO offers to pay $50K fine for BYU field storm Aspiration co-founder Joe Sanberg pleads guilty to federal wire fraud charges Giants waive kicker Jude Mc Atamney after missed extra points in loss to Broncos Bold NBA 2025-26 season predictions: New champion, fresh faces in MVP race and more A Thunder repeat? Knicks in the Finals? NBA expert picks for the 2025-26 season ‘Roundball Rock’ returns to its sports theme mountaintop with the NBA back on NBC Celtics GM Brad Stevens opens up on Boston’s offseason reset, new players and finances Stephen Curry, Le Bron James and the ‘surreal’ reality of their NBA longevity 2025-26 NBA championship odds: Thunder favored to repeat ahead of Nuggets Taylor Swift wore her brand. Now, Kristin Juszczyk is finding a place in NBA fashion Introducing the NBA’s new TV landscape: NBC is back, Amazon debuts and ‘Inside’ moves over 2025-26 NBA awards odds: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Nikola Jokic share MVP odds Le Bron’s sciatica explained: The pain that’s sidelining the Lakers star for weeks Chelsea’s 200th Champions League game: The Athletic’s staff share their standout memories David Alaba set to miss El Clasico in latest Real Madrid defensive injury College football has 6 undefeated teams left. Which are contenders? Which are pretenders? The lover’s guide to the 2025 World Series Why Drake Maye’s numbers — and the Patriots’ turnaround — make him an MVP candidate How a Dodgers’ late-season meeting woke up the slumbering champs Thunder receive NBA championship rings: See the design with 800 gemstones Angels’ Mike Trout testifies in Tyler Skaggs wrongful death trial: ‘It’s sad losing somebody’ As Dodgers face Blue Jays in World Series, key matchups, storylines, prediction and more Dodgers, Blue Jays to meet in World Series: Prediction, key players and more Super Bowl odds: Chiefs rise back to top spot with Bills reeling NFL MVP odds: Baker Mayfield closing in on Josh Allen, Patrick Mahomes still favored College Football Playoff odds: Miami’s massive drop, with Indiana, Alabama, Texas A&M near locks Russell Wilson calls Sean Payton ‘classless’ after Broncos coach takes dig at his former QB How chirping became a ‘lost art’ in the NHL — and why not every player is a fan USWNT’s Alyssa Thompson on her Chelsea move: ‘I was expecting it to be more scary’ Pacers’ Kam Jones facing reckless driving, resisting law enforcement charges after traffic stop Fantasy football waiver wire Week 8: Kyle Monangai, Christian Watson, streamers Daniel Naroditsky, chess grandmaster and content creator, dies at 29 Fantasy football market share report: Add Brashard Smith, play De Vonta Smith Villarreal-Barcelona match in Miami postponed by organisers due to ‘uncertainty in Spain’ 2025 World Series odds: Dodgers favored to repeat against homer-heavy Blue Jays Marta Kostyuk reflects on challenges of playing Aryna Sabalenka, Iga Świątek What Dan Wilson’s decision to use Bazardo vs. Springer says about optimal reliever usage NFL Week 8 power rankings: Reality check causes reshuffling on top as Colts show mettle Vikings trade deadline manifesto: Why standing pat probably makes the most sense J. 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Mc Carthy ‘just not there, ’ so Carson Wentz to start for Vikings vs. Chargers on TNF Critical fantasy football insights for Week 8: Bo Nix’s historic fourth quarter and more World Series predictions: Our experts pick whether the Dodgers or Blue Jays will be champs Costco candles, a dugout prayer, and a magical Blue Jays season that keeps burning bright Gritting through the pain, George Springer gets his signature Blue Jays moment NFL best bets Week 8: Panthers and Giants to cover as underdogs vs. Bills, Eagles and more How to watch Houston vs. No. 24 Arizona State: TV channel and streaming options for October 25 How to watch No. 17 Tennessee vs. Kentucky: TV channel and streaming options for October 25 The strange appeal of the Kyle Kendrick error card: ‘I can’t believe they printed it’ Michael Jordan autographed rookie card sells for $2. 7 million, another record How to watch Colorado vs. Utah: TV channel and streaming options for October 25 How to watch Cowboys vs. Broncos: TV channel and streaming options for October 26 How to watch Jets vs. Bengals: TV channel and streaming options for October 26 How to watch Bears vs. Ravens: TV channel and streaming options for October 26 How to watch Bills vs. Panthers: TV channel and streaming options for October 26 How to watch Dolphins vs. Falcons: TV channel and streaming options for October 26 How to watch Giants vs. Eagles: TV channel and streaming options for October 26 How to watch Browns vs. Patriots: TV channel and streaming options for October 26 How to watch Titans vs. Colts: TV channel and streaming options for October 26 How to watch Buccaneers vs. Saints: TV channel and streaming options for October 26 How to watch 49ers vs. Texans: TV channel and streaming options for October 26 Toronto Blue Jays vs Seattle Mariners - October 21, 2025 Calgary Flames vs Winnipeg Jets - October 21, 2025 Vegas Golden Knights vs Carolina Hurricanes - October 21, 2025 Seattle Seahawks vs Houston Texans - October 21, 2025 Barcelona vs Olympiakos Piraeus - October 21, 2025 Kairat vs Pafos - October 21, 2025 Ipswich Town vs Charlton Athletic - October 21, 2025 Portsmouth vs Coventry City - October 21, 2025 Blackburn Rovers vs Sheffield United - October 21, 2025 Derby County vs Norwich City - October 21, 2025 Hull City vs Leicester City - October 21, 2025 Millwall vs Stoke City - October 21, 2025 Preston North End vs Birmingham City - October 21, 2025 Swindon Town vs Notts County - October 21, 2025 Bristol City vs Southampton - October 21, 2025 Villarreal vs Manchester City - October 21, 2025 Newcastle United vs Benfica - October 21, 2025 København vs Borussia Dortmund - October 21, 2025 Bayer Leverkusen vs Paris Saint-Germain - October 21, 2025 PSV vs Napoli - October 21, 2025 Arsenal vs Atlético de Madrid - October 21, 2025 Reading vs Northampton Town - October 21, 2025 Union Saint-Gilloise vs Internazionale - October 21, 2025 Florida International Panthers vs Kennesaw State Owls - October 21, 2025 New York Islanders vs San Jose Sharks - October 21, 2025 Ottawa Senators vs Edmonton Oilers - October 21, 2025 Pittsburgh Penguins vs Vancouver Canucks - October 21, 2025 Washington Capitals vs Seattle Kraken - October 21, 2025 Toronto Maple Leafs vs New Jersey Devils - October 21, 2025 Louisiana Tech Bulldogs vs Western Kentucky Hilltoppers - October 21, 2025 Oklahoma City Thunder vs Houston Rockets - October 21, 2025 Boston Bruins vs Florida Panthers - October 21, 2025