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Pirates get first winning season since 2018
It was a winning season despite no playoffs for the Bucs.
Yankees news: Aaron Judge playoff roster debate nears decision
Judge returning for Wild Card series?; Overview of Yankees-Red Sox rosters; Cam on online hate; ZiPS playoff odds
Chicago businesses and fans gear up for playoff baseball as Cubs and White Sox begin postseason
Many local establishments would prefer home playoff games, but owners say the excitement surrounding October baseball is expected to bring strong crowds regardless.
Braves Must Crush Phillies In Atlanta To End Playoff Ghosts
The Braves face the Phillies again at Truist Park. A look at the stats, the history, and why Atlanta needs to win this series at home.
Broadcast To Hit A Double, Peacock Going Deep In NBC Sports Coverage Of MLB Wild Card Playoffs
Sports fans of a certain age can readily recall NBC’s coverage of the Major League Baseball playoffs regularly pre-empting the network’s “Must-See TV” primetime lineup in the 1990s. While today’s ratings and programming landscape has changed dramatically in the intervening decades, this year’s playoffs (starting Tuesday) are shaping up as a back-to-the-future milestone for NBC …
Fantasy football buy, sell: 10 trade candidates for Week 4
Whether you're already looking solid for a playoff berth or trying to save your fantasy football season, there are plenty of trades to make in Week 4.
Josh Pate Thinks Florida Was Screwed Over in New Rankings
Despite a massive jump to eighth, critics argue the Gators' elite resume deserves more respect. A brutal October stretch will determine if Florida belongs in the playoff conversation.
Yankees Get Sudden Aaron Judge Update Before Playoffs
Could Aaron Judge actually take the field for the New York Yankees?
Scott Harris Announces Plan for Spencer Torkelson
Scott Harris made the Tigers' plans for Spencer Torkelson clear during Monday's season-ending press conference, saying he expects Torkelson to help Detroit return to the playoffs.
Marlins Discuss the Ups and Downs of the Season
Miami challenged for a playoff spot before falling back to Earth in a tumultuous 2026 campaign
Dan McGrath: In the playoff arms race, Cubs and Sox are behind on the count
Gone are the days of Don Cooper trusting his starters to get through the order a third time. Now, both teams put their hopes in a collection of journeymen.
Michigan’s Playoff Math Got Wrecked By Iowa
ESPN just put a number on Michigan's playoff hopes after the Iowa loss, and it is ugly. #GoBlue
Florida RB Jadan Baugh Makes Heisman Trophy Declaration
Dominating the ground with eleven touchdowns, the Gators' breakout star embraces his teammates' challenge to chase college football’s ultimate individual honor while fueling Florida’s unexpected playoff surge.
CFP Bracketology: Week 4
Another chaotic week of college football saw eight ranked teams fall and a major shakeup around the bubble as the calendar flips to October. We are barely one-third of the way through the season and the playoff picture looks a lot different than it did a few weeks ago. My playoff picture after Week 4: […]
Rangers disappointed after stumbling on final weekend of season
What could have been a joyful moment for the Rangers turned somber as they fell one game short of a playoff spot.
Do Red Sox fans still hate the Yankees?
Good morning! There is no baseball today. Normally that’s a sad phrase to read and write. But when you’re gearing up for the playoffs, a day of rest isn’t the worst thing in the world. Especially when you’re gearing up to face the Yankees in the playoffs. Having said that, we can all acknowledge that […]
Phillies Broadcaster John Kruk Gets Postseason Assignment
It took 162 days, but the Philadelphia Phillies were able to clinch their spot in the playoffs. They’ll be the No. 6 seed, just barely making it in the field, which means they’re opening with the Atlanta Braves, who earned the No. 3 seed.It’s also a time when the games are going to move to […] The post Phillies Broadcaster John Kruk Gets Postseason Assignment appeared first on HEAVY.
Braves Announce Major News Days Before Phillies Playoff Series
The Atlanta Braves announced major news before the team's playoff series against the Philadelphia Phillies. Find out more on the rivalry Wild Card series. The post Braves Announce Major News Days Before Phillies Playoff Series appeared first on HEAVY.
Around the Big Ten: Dylan Raiola shines after vicious hit on Dante Moore
Sports writer Connor Krumme looks at each Big Ten school after most of them made their yearly football conference debut. He looks at Ohio State, Oregon, USC, Washington, Maryland and more as they prepare for the full conference slate and the College Football Playoffs.
MLB playoff picks 2026: Dodgers? Yankees? Rays? Brewers? Yahoo Sports makes postseason predictions all the way to the World Series
Astros Are Playoff Bound after 9-0 Whitewashing of Athletics
There’s a new worst record to go to the postseason, but at least it isn’t a sub-.500 one. The Houston Astros handled business today in West Sacramento against the Athletics, 9-0. With the victory, the Astros are AL West Champions and will host the Chicago White Sox in the AL Wild Card Round beginning Tuesday […]
Here's the full Major League Baseball postseason bracket
With the 2026 MLB season complete, take a look at the playoff bracket, with the Milwaukee Brewers owning home-field advantage throughout the postseason.
New-Look MLB Playoff Field Is Now Set
A wild and wet Sunday completed the 2026 regular season.
MLB playoffs 2026 tracker: Astros win AL West, Phillies hang on for wild card — final playoff bracket, seeding and postseason schedule after MLB finish
Angels Make Surprise Mike Trout Decision for Final Game
Mike Trout is missing the playoffs again. The Los Angeles Angels‘ legend hasn’t played in the postseason in more than a decade. At this point, it’s not even a surprise. It’s just a bit of a bummer. But Angels fans get another bummer, too. Angels Make Surprise Mike Trout Decision Trout isn’t playing in the […] The post Angels Make Surprise Mike Trout Decision for Final Game appeared first on HEAVY.
How Rays have ultimate home-field advantage in MLB playoffs
The Rays have a huge home-field advantage this postseason.
Bucs fans aren’t confident in the team’s direction
NFL fans also voted on which 0-2 team will make the playoffs.
Angels Played A Huge Part In ‘Stinktastic’ America League
The Los Angeles Angels were part of the awful American League, and they helped some mediocre teams make the playoffs.
Brewers' Homefield Advantage Bolsters World Series Hopes
The Milwaukee Brewers have the homefield advantage throughout the National League playoffs.
Phoenix Rising lacks energy in pivotal loss to Oakland
With just four games remaining on the USL Championship schedule and still sitting outside the playoff places, Phoenix Rising lost 3-0 on the road to Oakland Roots. It could have...
Bay Area sports calendar, Sept. 27-28
Veronica Burton (22) and the Valkyries will face Dallas in a WNBA first-round playoff game at 6 p.m. Sunday. (USA, CNBC)
Diamondbacks bullpen game disaster may cost them a playoff spot
The Diamondbacks snapped a six-game winning streak by losing a bullpen game that involved perplexing twists, turns and decisions.
Phillies enter final day of MLB regular season on verge of unfathomable choke in playoff race
Four-Run Second Inning Helps Keep Rangers Playoff Hopes Alive
The Texas Rangers kept postseason pressure on the Houston Astros by capitalizing on a massive early inning against the Minnesota Twins.
TST Best Bets: September 26, 2026
Two ranked Big Ten battles highlight Saturday’s slate, led by No. 12 USC hosting No. 20 Oregon at the Coliseum. The Ducks have won four straight in the series, but the Trojans have a chance to end that skid while strengthening their place in the College Football Playoff race.No. 17 Iowa and No. 18 Michigan also put their undefeated records on the line in Ann Arbor. With both teams leaning on physical rushing attacks and two of the nation’s better defenses, points could be difficult to come by at
Padres Could Make Unusual Ethan Salas Decision for MLB Playoffs
The San Diego Padres have some difficult postseason roster decisions to make, including whether rookie catcher Ethan Salas will be part of an unusual three-catcher setup.
Rangers Thumped 10-2 by Twins to Open Massive Series
With their playoff hopes on the line, the Texas Rangers started their massive series against the Minnesota Twins with a 10-2 defeat.
Saturday Sports: MLB playoff race; college football; NFL kickoff; Pope Leo on baseball
NPR's Scott Simon and sports reporter Michele Steele talk about the possible divine intervention on behalf of Chicago baseball.
Boston Legacy eliminated from postseason contention after loss to Seattle
The Boston Legacy FC were eliminated from playoff contention on Friday night.
D'Aneglo Russell Could Make Sense for Trail Blazers
Fresh off his Memphis release, the veteran playmaker offers Portland low-risk backcourt depth and elite shot-creation to fortify a roster suddenly aiming for a Western Conference playoff run.
Braves Announce Ronald Acuña Jr. Move Before Marlins Series
The Atlanta Braves will be the No. 3 seed in the National League playoffs this year, locking in their seeding on Thursday night.Atlanta is coming off a tough series against the Cincinnati Reds that saw them drop two of three games, resulting in their playoff positioning. But the Braves aren’t going to let this get […] The post Braves Announce Ronald Acuña Jr. Move Before Marlins Series appeared first on HEAVY.
Jason Priestley named grand marshal for Focused Health 302 at Las Vegas Motor Speedway
Jason Priestley will serve as grand marshal for the Focused Health 302 NASCAR O’Reilly Auto Parts Series playoff race on Saturday, Oct. 3.
LSU and Texas A&M: Three Keys to Win
LSU and Texas A&M will surely feel the urgency on Saturday in a game that’s practically a must-win for both teams in terms of realistic expectations to make the playoffs. The Aggies’ standing in the college football world took more of a blow recently after a resounding loss at home to Kentucky. LSU’s loss wasn’t …
Birmingham Barons 2026 Season Review
After a rough first half, Birmingham rallied and nearly stumbled into the playoffs
College football has never been better. So why are its leaders set on a 24-team playoff that could ruin the sport?
Paige Bueckers steps onto WNBA playoff stage as next step in growth
She's ready for her WNBA playoff debut Sunday against the Golden State Valkyries.
Rangers win home finale to go into final weekend still with AL West title chance
The mood had changed completely for the Texas Rangers by time they got back to the ballpark for their home finale while still trying to get in the playoffs.
Rangers win home finale to go into final weekend still with AL West title chance
The mood had changed completely for the Texas Rangers by time they got back to the ballpark for their home finale while still trying to get in the playoffs.
Guardians clinch a playoff spot again, edging the Red Sox 1-0 on Martínez homer
The Cleveland Guardians clinched a playoff spot for the third straight year with a 1-0 win over the Boston Red Sox.
⚾️ Y! Sports AM: Season finale
Who will claim the last two playoff spots on the final weekend of the MLB regular season?
America’s newest soccer star, plus a bad night for Green Bay
The Pulse Newsletter 📣 | This is The Athletic’s daily sports newsletter. Sign up here to receive The Pulse directly in your inbox. Good morning! Don’t get fined today. Coming up: 😮 A Falcons blowout win? ✅ The latest MLB playoff clinches 👋 Say hello to Cavan Sullivan Geoff Stellfox / Getty Images It’s a busy day, so this will be short. Important stuff from last night: The Falcons routed the Packers on the road, 35-14, in one of the more surprising results of the early NFL season. A lesson learned: Having a competent quarterback to go with Atlanta’s...
Yankees news: Let’s play two
Yanks play a doubleheader today; Stanton, Grisham trying to get back for playoffs; Schmidt back on the shelf
WNBA playoffs 2026 tracker: Standings, clinch scenarios, schedule, playoff bracket and more
3 Reasons to Watch the Cardinals’ Final Series
For the fourth straight season, the St. Louis Cardinals will not make the playoffs. For the third time in those four seasons, they will have a losing record. While the team has made major progress this season, it is still disappointing given the organization's rich tradition of winning. As a result, it's easy for members …
White Sox clinch a playoff spot with a 9-1 rout of the Royals after back-to-back 100-loss seasons
White Sox Clinch Playoff Spot, Complete Historic Turnaround
After clinching on Thursday, the Chicago White Sox are headed back to the postseason for the first time since 2021, completing a historic turnaround just two years after an MLB-record 121-loss season.
San Antonio-area Week 5 high school football schedule
There are plenty of good matchups on the slate this weekend as teams begin their march to the Texas high school football playoffs. The headliner is a showdown between Boerne and Alamo Heights.
Paolo Banchero Plummets in Latest NBA Player Rankings
Despite elite production and playoff heroics, efficiency concerns and inconsistent decision-making have sparked a significant slide for Orlando’s cornerstone as he faces a pivotal make-or-break season.
Acuña’s Health And Sale’s 200 Strikeouts Define Braves’ Playoff Run
Ronald Acuna Jr. returns without a limp while Chris Sale hits 200 strikeouts. The Braves look healthy but face a shaky offense heading into the postseason.
Acuña’s Health And Sale’s 200 Strikeouts Define Braves’ Playoff Run
Ronald Acuna Jr. returns without a limp while Chris Sale hits 200 strikeouts. The Braves look healthy but face a shaky offense heading into the postseason.
WNBA Playoff Seeding: Everything to Know Entering Final Night
The Valkyries, Aces, Fever and Mystics all have playoff seeding at stake on the final night of the WNBA regular season.
Matchday 28: Eastern Conference playoff races take center stage
By Ari LiljenwallWith the Audi 2026 MLS Cup Playoffs fast approaching, the stakes continue to rise across the league.Matchday 28 brings another packed slate, highlighted by pivotal Eastern Conference ...
Amazing Shohei Ohtani’s Los Angeles Dodgers Target 2026 World Series
The Dodgers and Brewers will both try to get through the first rounds of the playoffs, and head to a showdown for National League entry to the World Series.
Toronto Blue Jays Manager Makes Honest Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Statement
Toronto Blue Jays manager John Schneider dropped an honest statement on Vladimir Guerrero Jr. after being eliminated from playoff contention. The post Toronto Blue Jays Manager Makes Honest Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Statement appeared first on HEAVY.
How the Cubs Playoff Rotation is Shaping Up
With the MLB postseason race shaping up, the Chicago Cubs' playoff rotation is becoming clearer. They have occasionally had a rough time with their pitching staff this season, and it has been hard to know who they can trust. However, they are heading for a best-of-three series in the Wild Card round. This means that …
Brewers beat Phillies, meaning Diamondbacks cannot be eliminated on Wednesday
The Phillies losing to the Brewers on Wednesday helped the Diamondbacks' playoff hopes.
Orioles Sweep Blue Jays To Keep Faint Playoff Hopes Alive
The Orioles did their part to keep the slight mathematical hopes alive as they closed out a miserable home campaign in rare fashion
Phillies playoff tracker: Wild Card race, clinching scenarios and seeding
Track the Phillies’ path to another Red October, including their magic number, Wild Card standings, remaining schedule and potential playoff matchups
Toronto Blue Jays Officially Eliminated From Playoff Contention
The Blue Jays lost the first game of a double header on Wednesday against the Baltimore Orioles.
Judge’s Calf Injury Leaves Yankees Without Captain For Wild Card
Aaron Judge likely misses the first playoff round due to a calf strain. The Yankees must win without their MVP as they host Boston.
D.C.'s bid to be the capital of women's sports
The Mystics and Spirit might be Washington's only pro teams to reach the playoffs in 2026.
2026 Bowl Projections After Week Three
Hello everyone and welcome back to our latest bowl projections here at Last Word On College Football. This past weekend was certainly an interesting one of course headed by the big one down in Oxford. The Rebels won out over LSU, and that shook up our rankings a little. In addition, another playoff team stumbled …
Why starting 3-0 matters for the 49ers
History shows that it’s way for the 49ers to fast track themselves to the playoffs
Valkyries first playoff game marks Thrive City’s shift to permanent ‘entertainment zone,’ allowing to-go alcohol
The Valkyries are set to host their first playoff game at Chase Center Sunday and it marks the start of a permanent change at Thrive City, as full-time entertainment zone which allows customers at the bars and restaurants to take alcoholic beverages out into the 11-acre piazza outside the arena.
What We Learned About College Football in Week 3
Trinidad Chambliss Vaults Up the Heisman List Chambliss finished eighth in Heisman votes in 2025, but if voting took place following the playoffs the odds are that Chambliss would have been second after Fernando Mendoza. Chambliss has picked up right where he left off, and should be the current frontrunner after another incredible display to […]
Phoenix Suns Star Dillon Brooks Receiving Due Recognition
Landing at #76 on ESPN’s top 100, the polarizing wing is silencing critics through defensive grit and culture-shifting leadership as Phoenix prepares for a high-stakes playoff push.
Brewers postseason tickets: Milwaukee guaranteed home NLDS games
The Brewers clinched a first-round bye in the 2026 MLB playoffs. NLDS tickets in Milwaukee are on sale now, here's everything you need to know:
Playoff Countdown: New England Revolution, St. Louis CITY mean business
Most teams have eight games left. The end is nigh. Until then… Each week, we’ll look at four teams rising or falling in the standings, three players making an impact, and three storylines to watch. An Audi 2026 MLS Cup Playoffs race 4-3-3, if you will. Four teams we're monitoring
Wednesday Morning Links
Morning, all! Marcus Semien is in town with the Mets for the first time since being traded last offseason and reminisced about his time with the Rangers. The Rangers have placed Joc Pederson on the IL, retroactive to Saturday, but are hopeful he will be available if they make the playoffs. Pederson also missed time […]
Pat Murphy calls Jacob Misiorowski’s Brewers development a “Beautiful Story”
Jacob Misiorowski has become a major part of the Milwaukee Brewers’ push toward the postseason after putting together a historic season. With the 2026 MLB Playoffs approaching, Brewers manager Pat Murphy reflected on how the young pitcher’s performance this year compares with what he showed during the 2025 season. During an appearance on The Pat [...]
Predicting the Brewers 26-man playoff roster
The Brewers have time to sort out their decision, but here's an early look at who we think will be on the playoff roster
FedExCup Fall Schedule 2026
The 2026 FedExCup Fall is here. For many players, the next eight events could have a major impact on their 2027 PGA Tour season.While the FedExCup Fall doesn’t carry the same spotlight as the playoffs, it can be an important stretch for players looking to improve their position in the standings, secure playing opportunities and, […] The post FedExCup Fall Schedule 2026 appeared first on HEAVY.
Dan Vladar Leaves Flyers Game After Scary Scene in Boston
The Philadelphia Flyers returned to the Stanley Cup Playoffs earlier this spring and enjoyed a round one series victory over the bitter rival Pittsburgh Penguins – and they had goaltender Dan Vladar, in large part, to thank for that.However, as the Flyers continue preparations for the upcoming 2026-27 NHL campaign, fans everywhere loyal to the […] The post Dan Vladar Leaves Flyers Game After Scary Scene in Boston appeared first on HEAVY.
Diamondbacks take care of Rockies with survival on the line
What is the Diamondbacks' updated playoff situation after their win over the Rockies?
Miranchuk And Hoyos Lead Atlanta To Road Win
Atlanta United secured a vital 1-0 win over Portland. Alexey Miranchuk found the net while Lucas Hoyos stood tall in goal to keep the playoff dream alive.
The 2026 Big Ten College Football Playoff Picture: Week 4
The Big Ten is mostly through its non-conference schedule. Now, the fun begins with conference play.
How Yankees Can Still Win AL East Division Title
The New York Yankees are very likely to end up with the second-best record in the American League. But because of how the divisional format works, the Yankees are also very likely to end up as the 4-seed for the playoffs. That’s because the Tampa Bay Rays currently lead the AL East Division, and the […] The post How Yankees Can Still Win AL East Division Title appeared first on HEAVY.