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Oct 1, 2026; Cumberland, Georgia, USA; Philadelphia Phillies infielder Trea Turner (7) listens to pitching coach Caleb Cotham (65) with infielders Bryson Stott (5) and Edmundo Sosa (33) during a mound visit against the Atlanta Braves in the sixth inning in game three of the Wildcard round for the 2026 MLB Playoffs at Truist Field. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images
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Biggest Takeaways from Phillies-Braves Wild Card Showdown

The Philadelphia Phillies and Atlanta Braves met in the postseason for the third time in five years. In a tense best-of-three series, the...

October 5, 2026
Mar 27, 2026; San Francisco, California, USA; Washington Wizards center Alex Sarr (20) shoots over Golden State Warriors center Kristaps Porzingis (7) during the third quarter at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Neville E. Guard-Imagn Images
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Porziņģis’ Absence Deals Major Blow to Warriors’ Defense

Frank Vogel’s best defenses have always started with a rim-protecting big man. The one lined up for him in Golden State is out...

October 4, 2026
Oct 1, 2026; Cumberland, Georgia, USA; Atlanta Braves outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. (13) celebrates with infielder Matt Olson (28) after defeating the Philadelphia Phillies in game three of the Wildcard round for the 2026 MLB Playoffs at Truist Field. Mandatory Credit: Dale Zanine-Imagn Images
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What Are Braves’ Biggest Keys in the NLDS to Defeat Dodgers?

After a hard-fought and emotional Wild Card series win versus the Philadelphia Phillies, the Atlanta Braves will turn their attention to the NLDS....

October 3, 2026
Sep 24, 2026; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees shortstop George Lombard Jr. (96) scores a run against Tampa Bay Rays catcher Liam Hicks (34) on a wild pitch during the seventh inning at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY
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In Yankees-Rays, Who Has the Position-By-Position Edge?

The New York Yankees just defeated the Boston Red Sox in the Wild Card round, two games to none. They dominated the series,...

October 3, 2026
Sep 22, 2026; Bronx, New York, USA; Tampa Bay Rays center fielder Cedric Mullins (31) scores a run against New York Yankees catcher Austin Wells (28) on a two run single by designated hitter Yandy Diaz (not pictured) during the ninth inning at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
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Who Will Win Each MLB Playoffs Division Series?

While eight Wild Card teams were busy knocking each other out this week, four sleeping giants of the Major League Baseball season have...

October 3, 2026
Sep 27, 2026; Denver, Colorado, USA; NBC broadcast analyst Mike Tomlin before the game between Los Angeles Rams and Denver Broncos at Empower Field at Mile High. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images
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Inside the Minecraft City Mike Tomlin Kept Secret for 12 Years

Mike Tomlin has entered a new stage of his life, going from longtime Pittsburgh Steelers head coach to an NBC analyst on Football...

October 2, 2026
Dec 28, 2025; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Joey Porter Jr. (24) reacts in the second quarter against the Cleveland Browns at Huntington Bank Field. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin-Imagn Images
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Joey Porter Jr. Just Needs to Steady the Ship for the Cowboys

In the dead of night, Jerry Jones traded a second- and sixth-round pick for cornerback Joey Porter. Naturally, all of Dallas erupted. Any...

October 2, 2026
Sep 20, 2026; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; New Orleans Saints defensive end Chase Young (99) prior to the game against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Sabau-Imagn Images
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Saints’ Chase Young Quietly Emerging as Top NFL Pass Rusher

If you asked an average NFL fan who Chase Young is, he could probably tell you. Yet the label ‘bust’ would be more...

October 2, 2026
Sep 29, 2026; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees designated hitter Ben Rice (22) and outfielder Trent Grisham (12) celebrate after defeating the Boston Red Sox in game one of the Wildcard round for the 2026 MLB Playoffs at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images
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What’s the New York Yankees Path to Dethroning the Rays?

For just the second time, the New York Yankees will meet the Tampa Bay Rays in the playoffs. Coming off a decisive Wild...

October 2, 2026
Aug 28, 2026; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Logan Henderson (43) throws a pitch in the first inning against the Texas Rangers at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images
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Logan Henderson Compliments Misiorowski Perfectly for Brewers

There isn’t much hype around pitchers in the Milwaukee Brewers’ starting rotation other than Jacob Misiorowski. But there should be, as Logan Henderson...

October 2, 2026
Sep 13, 2026; Inglewood, California, USA; Los Angeles Chargers head coach Jim Harbaugh stands on the field with offensive coordinator Mike McDaniel prior to a game against the Arizona Cardinals at SoFi Stadium.at SoFi Stadium. Mandatory Credit: William Liang-Imagn Images
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Can the Los Angeles Chargers Recover From an 0-3 Start?

The Chargers entered the year with high expectations after a disappointing end to their previous season, losing to the New England Patriots in...

October 1, 2026
Sep 21, 2026; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles first baseman Pete Alonso (25) strikes out during the sixth inning at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Jamie LeBlanc-Imagn Images
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Post-Mortem: The Baltimore Orioles Disappointed Again

Just over three years ago, Orioles third baseman Ramon Urias fielded a weak grounder and fired to first to retire Trevor Story. This...

October 1, 2026
Mar 30, 2026; San Jose, California, USA; San Jose Sharks center Macklin Celebrini (71) celebrates during warms ups before the game against the St. Louis Blues at SAP Center at San Jose. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images
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NHL Pacific Division Preview: How Far Can the Sharks Rise?

In part one of The Lead’s Pacific Division preview, one team rose even more after last year. In a weak division, there was...

September 30, 2026
Sep 20, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; New York Yankees left fielder Heliot Ramos (34) celebrates his home run with first baseman Luis García Jr. (26) during the third inning during the game against Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Arianna Grainey-Imagn Images
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How Can the New York Yankees Roster Succeed in the Wild Card?

Major League Baseball’s new three-game Wild Card format leaves little room for error. Two bad games can spell the end of a team’s...

September 30, 2026