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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.
Wisconsin business to layoff 40+ employees days before Christmas
Sunlite Plastics in Germantown will lay off 41 employees on Dec. 7 due to a drastic reduction in manufacturing orders.
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 …
Microsoft CEO On Recent Xbox Layoffs: 'There's Some Amount Of Streamlining Asha Is Doing...Which Is Great To See'
Don't worry folks, everything is going great and according to plan
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 ...
Microsoft's Latest Round Of Layoffs May Have Killed A Brand New Age Of Empires Game
Rumors suggest World's Edge might have been working on a new entry, after news that its current project has been cancelled
Following id layoffs, Quake Champions drops free-to-play nonsense and becomes a £9 game on Steam
Quake Champions is no long a free-to-play game. Following the layoffs at id Software, the game has become a premium release on Steam.
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
Bexar County Public Health work to continue after job cuts
Bexar County officials confirmed that essential health services will remain uninterrupted despite COVID relief coming to an end and a recent round of budget-driven department layoffs.
Double Fine Founder Tim Schafer Questions Economics of the Game Industry Amid Mass Layoffs and Studio Closures
Double Fine founder Tim Schafer says he no longer “understands the economics” of game development following Xbox’s mass layoffs and industry-wide studio closures.
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
Beacon Health System appears to have new round of layoffs, according to statement
Beacon Health said it is navigating significant financial pressures, lower reimbursement rates from insurance companies, and rising costs of providing care.
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.
Former Halo Devs React To Mass Layoffs And The Activision Takeover: ‘Absolutely Brutal To See That Studio Reduced To A Shell’
Bonnie Ross, Kiki Wolfkill, and Halo co-creator Marcus Lehto were among the many former Halo devs reacting to the news
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
Lost your job? What to know about COBRA, marketplace health insurance
As layoffs hit North Texas, workers facing job changes may also have to figure out what happens to their health insurance.
Trinity Health layoffs expose the danger of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act
Trinity Health layoffs expose the danger of the Republicans’ One Big Beautiful Bill Act
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
Xbox lays off Gears of War: E-Day's story director barely two weeks before the game's launch
Gears of War: E-Day story director Juan Vaca announced he was included in yesterday's Xbox cuts, which resulted in widespread layoffs and studio consolidation.
Stanford Health Care to lay off 95 employees
Terminated staff will continue to be paid until Nov. 2.
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.
State of Decay Developer Undead Labs Confirms 'Significant' Layoffs Following Independence from Xbox
State of Decay 3 developer Undead Labs has confirmed that it has had to undergo "significant" layoffs following its independence from Xbox.
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.
Alabama business closing, laying off 52 employees
The layoffs are scheduled to begin Nov. 30.
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.
The Athletic Gives Red Wings Just 26% Playoff Odds
The Athletic put a hard number on Detroit's playoff chances, with and without Dylan Larkin. #RedWings
Yankees Offer Update on Injured Starter Ahead of Rays Series
The New York Yankees are dealing with several injury issues to key players, with Aaron Judge being the most notable ailing star heading into a series against the Tampa Bay Rays.Judge isn’t expected to be available for the first round of the playoffs, manager Aaron Boone told reporters on Tuesday, September 22, including Chris Kirschner […] The post Yankees Offer Update on Injured Starter Ahead of Rays Series appeared first on HEAVY.
Jessica Shepard's breakout season with the Dallas Wings doesn't surprise her
Shepard is a first-time All-Star and sudden triple-double machine, tied with career WNBA leader Alyssa Thomas of Phoenix for the most this season with five while helping the Wings reach the playoffs.
Riley Greene Gets Blunt About Tigers Missing the Playoffs
Riley Greene did not sugarcoat how he feels about the Tigers missing the playoffs. #Tigers
Florida's College Football Playoff Odds Skyrocket After 3-0 Start
Surging metrics give the Gators a fighting chance in a crowded SEC. With a crucial Ole Miss showdown looming, Gainesville braces for a gauntlet that could define their season.
Astros Must Rediscover Championship DNA to Keep Playoff Hopes Alive
In their heyday, the Dallas Cowboys would often win on Sundays simply due to the star on the side of their helmets. Twenty straight playoff appearances will do that kind of thing, intimidating the opposing sideline before the ball was even kicked off. The Houston Astros have experienced their own championship pedigree. What started with […]
College Football Playoff odds entering Week 4: Texas begins gauntlet
A loaded Week 4 slate of games could drastically shake up the CFP landscape.
Buffalo Sabres hungry for more a season after ending playoff drought
It won’t be easy in a highly competitive Atlantic Division, but the Sabres are leaning on their youthful core to take yet another step after the team closed last year on a 39-9-5 surge to win its first Atlantic title.
Revealed: Some of the Oracle cloud roles hit hardest in layoffs
Business Insider obtained a previously unreported document showing the scale and scope of the cuts at Oracle's cloud infrastructure division.
‘Halo’ to move under Call of Duty publisher as Xbox announces layoffs
The cuts affect Halo Studios, other first-party developers, and management and central functions within Xbox, according to an announcement posted this morning by Matt Booty, Xbox’s chief content officer. The company is now about 75 percent finished with a restructuring announced earlier this year.
More Xbox Layoffs; Activision Takes Over 'Halo'
The Microsoft-owned gamemaker is in the process of eliminating 3,200 jobs.
More Xbox Layoffs; Activision Takes Over 'Halo'
The Microsoft-owned gamemaker is in the process of eliminating 3,200 jobs.
XBOX Moves Rare Under Activision & Obsidian Entertainment to Bethesda
XBOX's ongoing changes have seen developer Rare moved under Activision's wing, whereas Obsidian is now under Bethesda.
Microsoft starts a new round of job cuts
Microsoft started a new round of layoffs on Tuesday, primarily in its Xbox gaming division but also including roles in other units such as Cloud + AI.
Should Rangers Fans be Optimistic?
The Texas Rangers have not been able to reach the playoffs since winning the World Series in 2023. That could change this season.
MLB playoffs 2026 tracker: Standings, schedule, clinch scenarios, tiebreakers, playoff bracket and more
Padres Open Pivotal Series vs. Dodgers With Plenty At Stake
The San Diego Padres have a magic number of two to get into the playoffs, but a familiar opponent is in the way.
Blizzard layoffs are reportedly imminent, days after an exciting BlizzCon and a seemingly popular World of Warcraft: Forever beta
A second wave of Xbox cuts will reportedly affect World of Warcraft maker Blizzard.
Thrive City becomes San Francisco's first full-time entertainment zone
This weekend's playoff game for the Golden State Valkyries will mark the start of Thrive City becoming San Francisco's first full-time "entertainment zone."
Here's where Sports Illustrated has Notre Dame in mock CFP bracket
Most of the College Football Playoff projections have Notre Dame outside the top four. But Sports Illustrated has put the Irish in a different spot.
The Cardinals Season is Over, But the Future is Bright
The 2026 schedule hasn’t yet concluded, but the Cardinals’ playoff hopes are officially extinguished. From JJ’s debut and Burley’s monstrous blast that set the tone for the season on opening day, to a group of SFA baseball players taking their shirts off and swinging them over their heads. Jordan Walker reintroducing himself to the baseball […]
Microsoft planning Xbox layoffs today.
Microsoft is due to announce another round of Xbox layoffs today, according to sources familiar with the company’s plans. The cuts will reportedly be part of a larger restructuring, with The Information reporting that Microsoft plans to “consolidate several of its game studios.” Today’s layoffs will reportedly affect hundreds of employees, and are part of the 3,200 Xbox layoffs that Microsoft is planning by the end of June 2027.
Xbox reportedly set to announce second round of layoffs this week
Report suggests platform holder will "consolidate several of its game studios" amid ongoing restructuring
907 Sports: High school football playoffs draw closer
On this episode of 907 Sports, Charlie Fellows dives into Week 6 high school action from across the state, as the playoffs are just two weeks away. Plus, Jordan Rodenberger joins the show to talk NFL Week 2!
Penguins Already Dealing With Injury Concerns
Last season, the Pittsburgh Penguins returned to the Stanley Cup Playoffs for the first time since 2022, and they managed to put a scare into the in-state rival Philadelphia Flyers despite falling into a three-games-to-none hole.But now, the new season is right around the corner, and the Penguins, having wrapped up training camp, will host […] The post Penguins Already Dealing With Injury Concerns appeared first on HEAVY.
Dartmouth Health announces massive staff and program cuts - Monadnock Ledger-Transcript
Dartmouth Health announced layoffs of 124 employees and the elimination of 303 jobs to improve long-term sustainability.
Monday Morning Minnesota: The “Time To Say Goodbye” Edition
We come to the last week of the season, and the Twins have officially been eliminated from playoff contention and will not be able to finish the season with a winning record. On the bright side, Walker Jenkins figured out major league pitching! The Twins wrap up the season with a series in San Francisco […]