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Klint Kubiak: Ashton Jeanty will play Sunday
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Oct 14 • 4:14 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Is the Browns Shotgun Offense Holding Back the Run Game?
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Oct 14 • 4:08 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Evaluating Where Suns' Offense Stands Heading Into Season

With questions looming over turnover troubles and backcourt rotations, Jordan Ott faces the challenge of maximizing a revamped roster to unlock the Suns' full offensive potential.

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Oct 14 • 4:07 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
DeBrincat Signs Seven Years, ‘A Red Wing at Heart’

Alex DeBrincat signed through 2034 with a four-year no-trade clause in Detroit. #RedWings

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Oct 14 • 4:05 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Two Padres Named MLB Gold Glove Award Finalists

San Diego first baseman Ty France and catcher Freddy Fermin will be vying with two others at their positions to be recognized for their defensive excellence.

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Oct 14 • 4:02 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Cody Barton Names Area of Improvement for Titans Defense

After struggling to close out games, the veteran linebacker identifies third-down inefficiency as the critical hurdle preventing Tennessee's defensive unit from evolving into a dominant, elite force.

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Oct 14 • 4:00 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Astros' Infield Struggles Raise Questions Ahead of 2027

Injuries and inconsistency left Houston with some tough decisions heading into 2027.

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Oct 14 • 4:00 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
SMU Makes Texas History With Landmark Texas Capital Uniform Deal

SMU makes history with a Texas Capital jersey sponsorship covering all 17 varsity sports, expanding the Mustangs' commercial reach and generating new revenue in Dallas.

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Oct 14 • 4:00 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Girls flag football rankings: USA TODAY Sports Super 25, Week 10

JSerra remains No. 1 in the USA TODAY Sports girls flag football Super 25 rankings as Evanston surges into the top 15 and playoff action heats up.

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Oct 14 • 3:53 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Four key Chargers players who could be traded before deadline

The Chargers are projected to be sellers ahead of the 2026 NFL trade deadline. Here are four players who could be shipped.

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Oct 14 • 3:51 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Kristaps Porzingis, Warriors Give Status Update as Health-Related Matter Sidelines Star Indefinitely

Kristaps Porzingis and the Golden State Warriors provided updates on the star's health status on Wednesday after he returned to the team's practice facility on Tuesday to meet with general manager Mike Dunleavy and vice president of player health and performance Rick Celebrini amid his ongoing absence from the team.

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Oct 14 • 3:48 PM EDT • Health • bleacherreport.com
D.C. is spending billions on sports venues. Experts say the financial return isn't guaranteed

D.C. has already invested billions into building a new football stadium and renovating Capital One Arena. As the District considers new projects, George Mason University Professor Terry Clower explains why sports stadiums aren't always a sure bet.

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Oct 14 • 3:43 PM EDT • Sports • wamu.org
Marvin Harrison Jr. will make Texans debut

C.J. Stroud will have a new wide receiver in Week 6.

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Oct 14 • 3:37 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Lamar Jackson remains out of practice Wednesday
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Oct 14 • 3:37 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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League Classic to go offline in January 2027

The return to old-school League of Legends will be shorter than some fans hoped, as Riot Games prepares to end the current version of League Classic while leaving the door open for a comeback.

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Oct 14 • 3:30 PM EDT • Technology • sheepesports.com
Dodgers-Brewers NLCS Game 4 time changed by MLB
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Oct 14 • 3:19 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Penn State's Matt Campbell Delivers Strong Message to Recruits

Head coach Matt Campbell has a bold message for recruits on what Penn State is like compared to the Ohio State Buckeyes and Texas Longhorns.

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Oct 14 • 3:12 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Belmont High School Sports Wrap

Weekly BHS Sports summary for the week of 10-16-2026.

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Oct 14 • 2:57 PM EDT • Sports • belmontvoice.org
CBS Sports predicts Falcons 'light up' Bears defense in Week 6

CBS Sports predicts winner of Sunday's Falcons-Bears matchup in Atlanta

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Oct 14 • 2:57 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Cam Heyward reveals legendary Vince Williams trash-talk vs Bengals

Pittsburgh Steelers DT Cameron Heyward recalled former linebacker Vince Williams' legendary trash talk before facing the Cincinnati Bengals.

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Oct 14 • 2:54 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Three Mets Earn Inclusion On MLB.com All-Rookie Teams
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Oct 14 • 2:53 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Eze Hails ‘Fun’ Arsenal Team After Lille Victory

The England international eyes a permanent starting role after finding the net against Lille, praising Mikel Arteta’s attacking system as he pushes for more Premier League minutes.

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Oct 14 • 2:42 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Warriors’ New Backup Point Guard Gets Assurance From Steve Kerr

Steve Kerr has named his backup point guard, and he tied the job to one thing.

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Oct 14 • 2:40 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Valkyries reach record $100M in annual revenue as world's most valuable women's sports franchise

The Valkyries have become the first professional women's sports team to generate $100 million in annual revenue, adding another milestone to their second season that has drawn sold-out crowds and helped make the franchise, nearing a $1 billion valuation, the most valuable team in women's sports.

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Oct 14 • 2:34 PM EDT • Sports • abc7news.com
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Lucas Raymond Demoted to Third Line Amid Goal Drought

Todd McLellan dropped Lucas Raymond to the third line Wednesday after 13 straight games without a goal. #RedWings

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Oct 14 • 2:25 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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Salt Lake City’s massive downtown sports district gets its big reveal. Take a look.

Smith Entertainment Group released renderings of their downtown sports, entertainment, culture, and convention complex on Wednesday.

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Oct 14 • 2:16 PM EDT • Entertainment • sltrib.com
Redwood Public Law Launches Sports, Arts & Entertainment Practice

/PRNewswire/ -- Redwood Public Law LLP today announced the formal launch of its Sports, Arts & Entertainment Practice, bringing together existing experience...

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Oct 14 • 2:14 PM EDT • Entertainment • prnewswire.com
Christian Gonzalez says he's ready to go this week
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Oct 14 • 2:12 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Vikings Enter the Top 3 in Latest Power Rankings

The Minnesota Vikings have now entered the top three in the latest power rankings following yet another victory, which now has this team at 5-0 heading into the bye.

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Oct 14 • 2:04 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
The $2.3M salary for Christie was set to become …

The $2.3M salary for Christie was set to become …

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Oct 14 • 2:03 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
New renderings offer glimpse of Salt Lake's future sports, entertainment district

Smith Entertainment Group and Salt Lake leaders provided a new look at the upcoming sports, entertainment and culture district set to reimagine the space betwee

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Oct 14 • 1:53 PM EDT • Entertainment • kutv.com
Three Boston Red Sox Named Finalists For Gold Glove Awards

Caleb Durbin, Wilyer Abreu and Ceddanne Rafaela continued to establish themselves as some of the league’s best defenders.

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Oct 14 • 1:48 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Terry Francona Explains What a Young Reds Outfielder Must Fix

Cincinnati's manager wants one small fix from a young bat this winter.

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Oct 14 • 1:46 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
TENNESSEE VOLS BASKETBALL: Exhibition with Xavier opens season

The Tennessee men's basketball team is set to take the floor at Food City Center for the first time in the 2026-27 season Thursday as it hosts the Xavier Musketeers in a preseason exhibition contest. Tipoff is set for 7 p.m. ET.

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Oct 14 • 1:34 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
LA County students spearhead project to recycle sports balls

Another Bounce, a student-led initiative, was created in response to tennis ball and pickleball waste.

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Oct 14 • 1:32 PM EDT • Sports • nbclosangeles.com
Tulane Beach Volleyball Receives Bid to AVCA Pairs National Championship

The Green Wave pair of Tawny Ensign and Kaydence Stormes finished in third place in the bid division to clinch the team's spot.

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Oct 14 • 1:27 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
TENNESSEE LADY VOLS SOCCER: Arkansas is coming to town

Tennessee soccer opens a two-match homestand on Thursday night as the Lady Vols welcome SEC foe Arkansas to Regal Soccer Stadium for a 7 p.m. ET kickoff.

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Oct 14 • 1:20 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Cubs Lead National League With 5 Gold Gold Finalists

From Seiya Suzuki’s remarkable defensive turnaround to Pete Crow-Armstrong’s bid for back-to-back honors, Chicago’s elite glovework dominates the National League as Rawlings reveals its top 2026 finalists.

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Oct 14 • 1:19 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Patriots share good news about injured wide receiver A.J. Brown

Patriots WR A.J. Brown has been sidelined since suffering an ankle injury in Week 1, but he could return sooner than expected. Here's the latest.

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Oct 14 • 1:13 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Rafael Jodar Embroiled in Yet Another Ball Kid Controversy

Jodar told a ball boy to “give me the fucking towel.”

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Oct 14 • 1:11 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Brewers' Woodruff Takes Major Step in Potential Return

After avoiding a season-ending surgery, the Milwaukee Brewers veteran's successful bullpen session in Los Angeles ignites hope for a miraculous postseason return.

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Oct 14 • 1:00 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
MLS’s political speech policy is untenable – just ask Austin FC fans

The protests around an anti-ICE T-shirt show that politics can never be separated from sports, especially now

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Oct 14 • 12:58 PM EDT • Politics • theguardian.com
Iowa Football Midseason Grades: Skill Position Leaders

Our midseason grades begin with the leaders at every skill position group, including quarterbacks Jeremy Hecklinski and Hank Brown.

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Oct 14 • 12:45 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Longtime ESPN producer says network ‘neutered’ stories critical of sports gambling

ESPN’s outlook on sports gambling has done a complete 180 in less than a decade. The network once treated the topic as a faux pas. Point spreads and parlays were rarely, if ever, mentioned. And when they were, it was always tongue-in-cheek. Fast-forward to 2026, and ESPN has fully embraced sports gambling. Every show is…

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Oct 14 • 12:30 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Could the Marlins be Pursuing a Power Hitter?

While the Fish are funneling a lot of funds towards free agency, a power threat might be on the shopping list

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Oct 14 • 12:26 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Penn State's Micah Parsons Gets Health Update Ahead of Cowboys Game

More time is needed for the ex-PSU superstar.

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Oct 14 • 12:23 PM EDT • Health • sports.yahoo.com
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Penn State's Micah Parsons Gets Health Update Ahead of Cowboys Game

More time is needed for the ex-PSU superstar.

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Oct 14 • 12:23 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
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Padres Top Pitching Prospect Starts His Instruction Process

The San Diego Padres drafted Kruz Schoolcraft out of high school, and he's a big man with a big arm.

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Oct 14 • 12:18 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
The Celtics now have $108 million committed to Jayson …

The Celtics now have $108 million committed to Jayson …

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Oct 14 • 12:17 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Kansas State Looking For More Offensive Explosion Entering Kansas Matchup

The Kansas State Wildcats have struggled to make big plays on offense this season, a trend they hope ends in Saturday's game against the Kansas Jayhawks

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Oct 14 • 12:15 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Roundtable Rams Episode 39 - Recapping the MNF Heartbreaking Loss

Roundtable Rams crew James Brizuela and Billie Melissa break down the Los Angeles Rams' loss to the Buffalo Bills.

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Oct 14 • 12:11 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
David Bailey wins AFC defensive player of the week
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Oct 14 • 12:11 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Cam Heyward singles out Gabe Rubio after key Steelers performance

Pittsburgh Steelers captain Cameron Heyward praised rookie defensive lineman Gabe Rubio for stepping up during a thin rotation against Indianapolis.

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Oct 14 • 12:10 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Hill City Sports Center to host Open House Weekend in celebration of newly renovated court space

Hill City Sports Center is hosting an Open House Weekend to celebrate the opening of their newly renovated court space!

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Oct 14 • 12:03 PM EDT • Sports • wsls.com
Trump Critics Keep Mocking Women in His Orbit Over Their Looks

Trump critics and partisan social media accounts have mocked Barbera Thornhill, Susan Dell and Kimberly Guilfoyle's looks.

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Oct 14 • 12:01 PM EDT • Politics • yahoo.com
Michigan State Basketball Ranked Among College Basketball’s Elite

Advanced analytics place the Spartans on the doorstep of championship contention, fueling high expectations as Tom Izzo’s squad prepares to navigate a grueling schedule and chase national glory.

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Oct 14 • 11:57 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
🏀 Y! Sports Biz: Where $6 million is middle class

The NBA really is where amazing happens.

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Oct 14 • 11:52 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Jeremiyah Love being used as blocker

Arizona Cardinals RB Jeremiyah Love is being used to help out pass protection over running routes, head coach Mike LaFleur said.

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Oct 14 • 11:51 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Sources: Bruno Fernandes Contract Talks Stalling Amid Ambition Concerns

The club captain’s future hangs in the balance as frustrations over stagnant investment and broken promises trigger a standoff between Old Trafford's leadership and its biggest stars.

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Oct 14 • 11:43 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Jim Costa Blasted the Red Wings. Now He’s Applauding.

Jim Costa ripped the Red Wings two weeks ago. The DeBrincat extension changed his mind. #RedWings

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Oct 14 • 11:35 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Quinshon Judkins injury: Todd Monken provides an update

Todd Monken shared an update on the Quinshon Judkins ankle injury.

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Oct 14 • 11:25 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Boniface Receives A Clear Warning

Bayer Leverkusen leadership has reprimanded the Nigerian striker after a sideline outburst, balancing disciplinary sternness with praise for his renewed fitness and ambition ahead of European competition.

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Oct 14 • 11:24 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Cavaliers Star Evan Mobley Named 32nd-Best Player in NBA

Cleveland Cavaliers big man Evan Mobley is ranked the 32nd-best player in the NBA.

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Oct 14 • 11:20 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
HBO Max to premier Kordell Stewart documentary

HBO Max has released the trailer for the Kordell Stewart trailer, documenting the career of a Steelers QB ahead of his time.

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Oct 14 • 11:16 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Shedeur Sanders hires an agent
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Oct 14 • 11:12 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Illinois flag football rankings: USA TODAY Sports Super 10, Week 8

As the IHSA postseason reaches the quarterfinals, here's where Illinois' flag football teams stand in the latest Super 10 rankings.

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Oct 14 • 11:10 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Phillies' Don Mattingly Decision Could Hint at Something Bigger
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Oct 14 • 11:09 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
McLellan Calls DeBrincat Critical as Wings Commit $91 Million

Todd McLellan had one word for Alex DeBrincat, and Detroit just backed it with a long-term deal. #RedWings

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Oct 14 • 10:50 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Schmeling Construction Co. wins award for work at Home Base Sports Fields

Schmeling Construction Co. among “Best of the Best” in Illinois for donating time and talent to construct Home Base Sports Fields, a one-of-a-kind place to play for Buddy Baseball and All Stars Baseball programs.

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Oct 14 • 10:27 AM EDT • Sports • rockfordparkdistrict.org
Report: NFL considers flexing Eagles-Commanders out of prime time
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Oct 14 • 10:16 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Vatican gives Pope Leo health update following surgery

Pope Leo XIV is eating, walking and has begun respiratory exercises after surgery to remove a cancerous mass, the Vatican said.

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Oct 14 • 10:16 AM EDT • Health • yahoo.com
Phillies name Don Mattingly their full-time manager
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Oct 14 • 10:16 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Lincoln Science Focus students study rare saline wetlands with local agency partners

KHGI Nebraska TV is the ABC affiliate station for Central and South-western Nebraska, providing news, weather, sports and local event coverage to residents throughout the area including: Kearney, Grand Island, Hastings, North Platte, Lexington, Holdrege, McCook, York, Alda, Aurora and Broken Bow.

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Oct 14 • 10:15 AM EDT • Science • nebraska.tv
Tigers May Have a Surprise Replacement for Kenley Jansen

The Detroit Tigers could have a surprising internal replacement for Kenley Jansen. Drew Sommers' 2026 strikeout numbers make him worth watching.

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Oct 14 • 10:05 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Simon Adingra Set To Miss Ajax's Clash Against Hajduk Split

Ajax will be without Simon Adingra against Hajduk Split.

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Oct 14 • 10:02 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
NFL Rumors: 49ers, Vikings Connected to $8 Million Bust

Jauan Jennings has not lived up to expectations with the Minnesota Vikings, and the team could part ways with the veteran receiver before the trade deadline. A seventh-round pick in the 2020 NFL Draft, the Tennessee product spent his early years in a supporting role before earning more snaps later in his career. He first …

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Oct 14 • 10:00 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Giants Should Target This Starter to Pair With Logan Webb

The San Francisco Giants could unleash a groundball revolution by signing this veteran right-hander. His elite sinker offers the perfect high-impact complement to stabilize the Giants' inconsistent starting rotation alongside Logan Webb.

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Oct 14 • 9:35 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Mets Rookie Wants Tarik Skubal Despite Uncertain Rotation Future

Zac Thornton would welcome Tarik Skubal to the Mets, even though the rookie hasn't been guaranteed a starting job next season.

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Oct 14 • 9:30 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Brandon Miller Wants Close to Max Extension From Hornets

Brandon Miller wants to get paid.

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Oct 14 • 9:19 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Naz Reid could get moody, Jaden McDaniels could get …

Naz Reid could get moody, Jaden McDaniels could get …

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Oct 14 • 9:05 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
“They were willing to make this trip, and they were …

“They were willing to make this trip, and they were …

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Oct 14 • 9:05 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Where the Rockets Can Improve Before Their Preseason Finale

The Rockets need to value each possession more if they hope to improve from last season.

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Oct 14 • 9:00 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
NASCAR CEO Steve O’Donnell: ‘Sponsorship Is Coming Back to the Sport’

O’Donnell joined NASCAR as CEO in April 2026.

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Oct 14 • 9:00 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
UConn Men's Basketball: What Stood Out From Win Over Syracuse

The Huskies toppled the Orange by 20 without Braylon Mullins on the floor.

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Oct 14 • 8:41 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
David Mirkovic Returns to Practice, Eyes Season Opener Against FDU

Illinois sophomore David Mirkovic has returned to practice following offseason foot surgery, but his availability for the November 2 season opener against FDU remains uncertain.

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Oct 14 • 8:30 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Iowa Football: Tim Lester's Thoughts On The Quarterback Room

Lester wouldn't say if Iowa would go back to a rotation between Jeremy Hecklinski and Hank Brown, but he's confident the Hawkeyes can win games with either of them.

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Oct 14 • 8:30 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Report: Phillies expected to retain Don Mattingly as manager

Philadelphia is expected to remove Mattingly’s interim label after he guided them to a 79-55 record in 2026.

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Oct 14 • 8:30 AM EDT • Sports • nbcsportsphiladelphia.com
SPECIAL REPORT: Tough Business

A string of vacant restaurant buildings shows that many restaurants in the region are struggling — and several are closing By Stefan Yablonski [caption id=attachment_11132 align=alignright width=401] Smokey Bones Bar & Fire Grill on Route 31 in Clay closed its doors in April. It had been in operation since at least 2008.[/caption] By their nature, most restaurants have a limited life. An astonishing 60% go out of business within three years of opening, largely due to fundamental flaws in the planning of the operation. But even restaurants that experience years of success almost always face eventual closure. The restaurant business is very hard and because of both personal factors and external factors beyond anyone’s control, restaurants don’t last forever. For many restaurants, age is a big factor, according to Kenneth Walsleben, professor of practice, entrepreneurship and emerging enterprises at Syracuse University. “The owners have been at it for 20 or 25 years, if not longer, they want some time to themselves,” he said. Such was the case for Jocko’s Famous Ritz Diner in Oswego. Jocko Reitz bought the building in the late 1970s from Robert Shapiro. However, when he stepped away from the business, it eventually closed. [caption id=attachment_11142 align=alignright width=402] For nearly 80 years, Vona’s Restaurant passed through three generations of family in Oswego. It closed its doors on Dec. 31, 2025.[/caption] For nearly 80 years, Vona’s passed through three generations of family in Oswego. Vona’s Restaurant officially closed its doors on Dec. 31, 2025, when no family member wanted to take over. It is on the market. The Ruby Tuesday in Oswego operated for about two decades before permanently closing in April 2026. The restaurant faced multiple temporary health department closures in 2024 and 2025 due to persistent fruit fly and foundation pest issues. Management posted a final closure notice on the doors in mid-April 2026 and the building was put up for sale. The same pattern has been happening in Onondaga County. The big building once used by Smokey Bones Bar & Fire Grill on Route 31 in Clay remains empty, more than six months after the restaurant closed its doors in April. It had been in operation since at least 2008. [caption id=attachment_11130 align=alignright width=401] Ruby Tuesday in Oswego operated for about two decades before permanently closing in April 2026.[/caption] Just down the road from Smokey Bones, the popular Outback Steakhouse closed in August 2024. Another restaurant took its place, La Cocina Mexican Restaurant, but it closed shortly after. The building sits empty. Other very popular restaurants in the northern suburbs of Syracuse have recently closed. Among them, Fireside by the River in Baldwinsville and Primo Nestico’s Bistro Bar in North Syracuse. “I haven’t really paid attention to the Syracuse area. There has always been some turnover, but there probably has never been a tougher time to be a restauranter than now. It’s just brutal,” Walsleben said. In the first year, roughly 20% to 25% of restaurants close or change hands, according to the National Restaurant Association. [caption id=attachment_11122 align=alignright width=401] Outback Steakhouse closed in August 2024. Another restaurant took its place, La Cocina Mexican Restaurant, but it closed shortly after. The building sits empty.[/caption] “Depending on what statistics you look at, you’ll find that any business has a high mortality rate in the first year. That is just the nature of entrepreneurship,” Walsleben said. “There are certain ones that are getting hit hard while others are more fruitful. “And when you look at the restaurant industry you have to factor in labor which is a large part — typically a third of your expenses — and those costs are going up. And there is always turnover which means investing money to train people. Then you’ve got food costs, which is also a third of the typical restaurant budget. Since the pandemic labor has gone up 41%, food costs have gone up 35%. That’s a big tight squeeze righty there. That’s two-thirds of your budget that has gone up 35% to 40% in the last few years. And then the only way you can make that work is to raise the prices.” The National Restaurant Association reports menu prices are up 36% since February of 2020. In a survey released by the association, more than eight in 10 restaurant owners reported that their food, beverage and labor costs are now higher than before the pandemic. You have to deal with the reality of are the customers willing to pay for that? Walsleben added. Restaurants historically have very thin margins; their profit margin is about 5%. “You have a third that goes into food, a third that goes into labor and about 28%, 29% that goes into everything else — overhead, insurance etc. So that brings you down to your 5% leftover,” he said. “Everything is going up. Customer expectations are going up and people aren’t going to spend that much more. So, you have a tight squeeze here,” Walsleben continued. “Restaurants who use delivery apps, they pay a fee to those guys. Those guys don’t work for free. So, you can kind of see where the squeeze comes from.” Stuck in the middle There are pockets of opportunity; the two extremes of the market can make a profit. But the middle gets squeezed out. “If you are a low-end fast-food kind of place, there is room for that. People have changed their budgets. They are still going out, but they are not spending more,” according to Walsleben. “The high end remains positive. If you have a restaurant that brings a specific experience … a great food product or you are catering to high end customers who aren’t so budget conscious, those patrons are going to expect a high-end experience. They expect excellent food every time. They are expecting excellent service. If you can meet those expectations there is room for you at the top. It’s just the guys in the middle are getting the squeeze from both ends. Tough competition, customer expectations, costs are up. Menu items, you can’t raise the prices as much as you need to. That is why you are seeing a lot of restaurants baling out.” The ones that can adapt quickly are the ones who are doing OK. “Success is heavily dependent on the strength of a restaurant’s concept development and the planning of its execution. Eventually things aren’t always new. Things change. So, if you are in the restaurant business you have got to change your menu — keep things new, fresh and update your meals. It is very fickle industry. One year carbs are out, the next year berries are out. Everybody’s diet changes — constantly chasing the latest phase. You have got to adjust your menu and move with those modifications. If you have a static menu that you have used the last couple years that hasn’t changed except for the pricing, you’ve got a problem,” he said. A lot of times these buildings are singular purpose, he added. “You have a commercially viable kitchen and you got a seating area. There is not a lot of other businesses that cater to that type of a layout. So, it’s pretty common to see another restaurant slide in,” he said. One of the things a banker learns early on is you don’t lend money to restaurants … because they fail so quickly. It is very hard to predict who the winners will be. So, if you are a restaurant in addition to all the other challenges, it is very difficult to get loans, according to Walsleben. “You might work really well in the kitchen. But that doesn’t mean you are a great businessperson,” he said. “Restaurants can fail because the owner didn’t know how to manage things properly. There are a lot of challenges. “There is opportunity at the high end and the low end. But in the middle, that’s the death valley. There are just so many things working against you. You really need to have something that will pull people in and continue to pull people in because you to constantly have to change. Think about a theme and a product that is unique to the area people don’t travel that far these days you have to be able to deliver it in an innovative fashion and keep updating to keep people coming in the door.” Out of Business? How Fast? Do nine out of 10 restaurants fail in their first year, as commonly claimed? No. Survival analysis of 1.9 million longitudinal microdata for 81,000 full-service restaurants in a 20-year U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics non public census of business establishments in the western US shows that only 17% of independently owned full-service restaurant startups failed in their first year, compared with 19% for all other service-providing startups, according to ResearchGate. The median lifespan of restaurants is about 4.5 years, slightly longer than that of other service businesses (4.25 years). However, the median lifespan of a restaurant startup with 5 or fewer employees is 3.75 years, slightly shorter than that of other service businesses of the same startup size (4.0 years). What Makes a Restaurant Successful? Opening and maintaining a successful restaurant is not as easy as creating a great menu and serving excellent food. It takes more than that, according to local restaurant owners who have been in business for decades in the region. They all agree that there are some guidelines to running a successful restaurant. • Quality food: Successful restaurants know exactly what they serve and who they serve it to. Delivering the same great taste every single time builds loyal customers. • Smooth operations: Friendly greetings and attentive staff make guests feel welcome from the moment they walk in. Hiring staff for personality and training for skill ensures reliable, caring service. • Smart marketing: Exceptional food and experiences naturally get people talking and sharing online. Word of mouth can help entice customers. Consistent social media and targeted advertising brings in new and repeat guests also. The menu is what keeps patrons coming back to Mimi’s Diner in Fulton, located at 201 N. Second St. “We locally source our produce and our meats. Our chicken and biscuits is a popular, popular special,” said Richard Tagliareni, the third-generation owner and general manager. “It’s all homemade. We have consistently served quality food.” His grandfather started the business more than 55 years ago. Mimi’s is engrained in the community. They cater to the community and are very involved in everything from the schools to local events. The first Mimi’s Drive-In opened in Mexico. Then a second in Oswego and then Fulton. Fulton’s Mimi’s is the only one left. “The last couple of weeks have been kind of slower than normal. October is usually a busier month for us People will start coming back around again. Also, the price of gas is affecting some things,” Tagliareni added. “We try to keep our prices in line. You go out to eat, you’re going to spend about a hundred bucks or so for two people for dinner. You come here to Mimi’s you are probably for two people for dinner it’s between $50 and $60. We are trying to keep our prices in line. We did have to increase our prices a little bit but things are looking OK.” For the Press Box, 29 E. First St., Oswego, it’s also about great food and a family atmosphere. “Our sports bar and restaurant was established in 1984,” said Alison Canale Scanlon, manager. “I think putting the time into everything makes a big difference and treating people like family when they walk into your restaurant. That’s how we have always operated since 1984.” “It’s the family oriented aspect,” she added. “Consistency, quality and presentation of our food — that’s the secret to a successful restaurant. We try to be very consistent with it. We treat people like family when they come in; because we know how we want to be treated when we go to a restaurant. We treat people the same or better.”

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