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Braves’ Ronald Acuna Jr. hits IL after MRI reveals severity of hamstring injury

As Atlanta Braves star Ronald Acuna Jr. exited the win over the Colorado Rockies on Saturday, 9-1, there was concern about how severe the injury would be. With fans waiting for any updates about the Braves’ right-fielder, a recent MRI scan has revealed the extent of his hamstring injury. Atlanta manager Wait Weiss would speak […] The post Braves’ Ronald Acuna Jr. hits IL after MRI reveals severity of hamstring injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lightning’s Victor Hedman not returning for Game 7 vs. Canadiens

The Tampa Bay Lightning are playing a pivotal Game 7 on Sunday against the Montreal Canadiens. The winner will advance in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Tampa Bay’s Victor Hedman has not played during this postseason, but was seen skating ahead of Game 7. A photo of Hedman was released by NHL reporter Pierre LeBrun on […] The post Lightning’s Victor Hedman not returning for Game 7 vs. Canadiens appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Yankees rumors: Insider drops eye-opening intel on Anthony Volpe’s injury return

With fans wondering when New York Yankees star Anthony Volpe will make his return from injury, it looks like there will be more time for the shortstop to spend in the minor leagues before being called up. As the Yankees look to decide on Volpe with his rehab window ending, this team insider discusses the […] The post Yankees rumors: Insider drops eye-opening intel on Anthony Volpe’s injury return appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Patriots EDGE Gabe Jacas’ Illinois DC makes eye-opening JJ Watt comparison

The New England Patriots’ 2026 second-round pick Gabe Jacas has drawn a striking comparison from Illinois Fighting Illini defensive coordinator Aaron Henry, who likened the edge rusher’s work habits and physical profile to former NFL standout JJ Watt. Jacas, standing at 6-foot-3 and weighing 270 pounds, was selected 55th overall after New England traded its […] The post Patriots EDGE Gabe Jacas’ Illinois DC makes eye-opening JJ Watt comparison appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Hurricanes mascot Stormy welcomes ‘muppet reject’ Gritty to hell

Gritty might be the most well-known mascot in the entire National Hockey League and one of the most easily identifiable mascots in all of professional sports, but he has some competition now that is talking quite the big game. The eye-popping, chaotic, googly-eyed orange mascot of the Philadelphia Flyers is known for his knack of […] The post Hurricanes mascot Stormy welcomes ‘muppet reject’ Gritty to hell appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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West Virginia basketball lands former St. John’s sharpshooter in transfer portal

The West Virginia basketball team landed another power 5 transfer on Sunday. St. John’s transfer guard Joson Sanon committed to the Mountaineers, per On3. “The 6-5 sophomore averaged nearly 8 points per game this season and is a career 35% three-point shooter,” Joe Tipton posted to X, formerly Twitter. Sanon is part of a large […] The post West Virginia basketball lands former St. John’s sharpshooter in transfer portal appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cubs get closer back with Danny Palencia IL move

As the Chicago Cubs try to go on a deep playoff run, they’ll be relying on Danny Palencia to a lock down closer in the ninth inning. But that can’t happen if he isn’t on the mound. On Sunday though, Chicago activated Palencia off of the 15-day injured list, the team announced. In turn, Yacksiel […] The post Cubs get closer back with Danny Palencia IL move appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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NBA rumors: Clippers named as Cam Johnson trade suitor as Nuggets mull future

The Denver Nuggets reached the offseason much earlier than anticipated with a Game 6 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves over the weekend. The Nuggets are now left trying to figure out what went wrong and whether or not their title window around Nikola Jokic may be over. Denver could explore some big changes this summer, […] The post NBA rumors: Clippers named as Cam Johnson trade suitor as Nuggets mull future appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Nuggets rumors: The most likely player traded this offseason

After the Denver Nuggets’ disappointing first-round exit in the NBA Playoffs, losing in six games to the Minnesota Timberwolves, the team potentially is in line to make some team-altering moves. While rumors will surround the Nuggets throughout the offseason, this NBA insider discusses the one player that Denver will trade this summer. With the Nuggets […] The post Nuggets rumors: The most likely player traded this offseason appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mariners’ Cal Raleigh out again with mystery injury that required imaging

The Seattle Mariners have gotten off to a slow start in a 2026 season that came with high expectations, but they are starting to get into gear as the May schedule gets going. Now, however, they are dealing with a mysterious Cal Raleigh injury. The superstar catcher was a late scratch on Saturday night against […] The post Mariners’ Cal Raleigh out again with mystery injury that required imaging appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Nuggets rumors: Peyton Watson could get $30 million a year bonanza in free agency

Recently, the Denver Nuggets’ 2025-26 season came to a catastrophic end with a brutal Game 6 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves, playing without several key players. The Nuggets certainly would have liked to have had wing Peyton Watson in this one, who missed the stretch run of the season and the entirety of the playoffs […] The post Nuggets rumors: Peyton Watson could get $30 million a year bonanza in free agency appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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The Red Sox World Series champ who used ‘s***ting your pants’ diss after Alex Cora firing

The Boston Red Sox sent shockwaves through their organization when they fired manager Alex Cora amongst a slew of coaches. One former World Series champion had a descriptive way of describing that plan. “It’s like s******g your pants and changing your shirt,” was the exact quote, via Rob Bradford of of Audacy Sports. Now, it […] The post The Red Sox World Series champ who used ‘s***ting your pants’ diss after Alex Cora firing appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Sabres to be without 2 key forwards for second-round series

The Buffalo Sabres hadn’t advanced out of the first round of the playoffs since 2007 before taking down the Boston Bruins in Game 6, but Lindy Ruff and company have their sights set on much more than just one series. Now, Buffalo awaits the winner of Game 7 between the Montreal Canadiens and the Tampa […] The post Sabres to be without 2 key forwards for second-round series appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Latest Mets injury could force bombshell Bo Bichette change

The New York Mets lost another infield option Saturday when Ronny Mauricio fractured his left thumb during a 4-3 loss to the Los Angeles Angels. The injury occurred in the seventh inning on a chopper to the right side when Mauricio and first baseman Nolan Schanuel both slid headfirst into first base after pitcher Reid […] The post Latest Mets injury could force bombshell Bo Bichette change appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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NBA rumors: Lakers, Suns, Celtics linked to potential Aaron Gordon trade pursuit

The Denver Nuggets recently saw their season end in embarrassing fashion with a Game 6 loss to the Minnesota Timberwolves, who were playing without four rotational players, including Anthony Edwards. The Nuggets weren’t fully healthy in their own right, with Aaron Gordon missing yet another game in this one, but it was still an ugly […] The post NBA rumors: Lakers, Suns, Celtics linked to potential Aaron Gordon trade pursuit appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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When Alabama football’s Kalen DeBoer plans to name winner of Keelon Russell-Austin Mack battle

While it’s been a disappointing start for the Alabama football team under head coach Kalen DeBoer, he’s looking at the 2026 season to be the year he impresses with the program. As the Alabama football program has been getting commitments from quarterbacks that could be the future of the team, looking short-term to this season, […] The post When Alabama football’s Kalen DeBoer plans to name winner of Keelon Russell-Austin Mack battle appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Celtics’ Payton Pritchard sees championship silver lining in Game 7 loss to 76ers

The Boston Celtics’ 56-win season came to an end Saturday night, falling 109-100 to the Philadelphia 76ers in Game 7 of their first-round playoff series at TD Garden after a late lineup shake-up caused by Jayson Tatum’s knee injury. With Tatum unavailable, head coach Joe Mazzulla started Jaylen Brown and Derrick White alongside Ron Harper […] The post Celtics’ Payton Pritchard sees championship silver lining in Game 7 loss to 76ers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Twins’ Joe Ryan leaves start after just 9 pitches with apparent injury

The Minnesota Twins have gotten off to a rough start to the 2026 MLB season, currently sitting at 14-20 on the campaign. The Twins are in serious danger of missing out on the playoffs for the third consecutive year, and in Sunday’s game against the reigning AL champion Toronto Blue Jays, the Twins got an […] The post Twins’ Joe Ryan leaves start after just 9 pitches with apparent injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Patriots legend Rob Gronkowski reveals ‘beast-mode moment’ from most memorable non-Super Bowl game of career

The New England Patriots are currently looking for ways to get better after losing in the Super Bowl to the Seattle Seahawks last year in blowout fashion. The Patriots recently got some good news when it was announced that legendary franchise tight end Rob Gronkowski was being voted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame. […] The post Patriots legend Rob Gronkowski reveals ‘beast-mode moment’ from most memorable non-Super Bowl game of career appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Matt Miller criticized his ‘own profession’ over early Cade Klubnik draft hype

The New York Jets made some solid moves during the 2026 NFL Draft. New York even added another piece to their quarterback room in Clemson’s Cade Klubnik. One draft analyst explained how Clemson’s disappointing 2025 season was a problem for many prospects during the draft. ESPN’s Matt Miller criticized his own profession when recalling early […] The post Why Matt Miller criticized his ‘own profession’ over early Cade Klubnik draft hype appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Celtics’ Jayson Tatum breaks silence on missing Game 7 loss to 76ers due to injury

As the Boston Celtics are dealing with a blown series loss to the Philadelphia 76ers after the Game 7 loss on Saturday, 109-100, the game was played without star Jayson Tatum. After the Celtics’ Game 7 loss to the 76ers, Tatum would speak after the game about his absence and injury. While Boston has played […] The post Celtics’ Jayson Tatum breaks silence on missing Game 7 loss to 76ers due to injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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LSU Tigers land massive JUCO CB

On Saturday, LSU bolstered its defensive backfield by landing junior college cornerback Lavonte Williams of Georgia Military Academy, addressing depth concerns in the Tigers’ secondary ahead of the 2026 season. Williams, a 6-foot-3, 180-pound corner, played 11 games in his lone JUCO season, producing 17 tackles, one interception, and five pass breakups. The South Carolina […] The post LSU Tigers land massive JUCO CB appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mariners’ Randy Johnson’s Ichiro Suzuki revelation about sharing retired No. 51

The number 51 means a lot to the Seattle Mariners. Randy Johnson, one of the hardest throwing superstar pitchers in MLB history, rocked the number for the team from 1989 to 1997. Only a couple of years later, Ichiro Suzuki, one of the greatest contact hitters that baseball has ever seen, also sported 51 on […] The post Mariners’ Randy Johnson’s Ichiro Suzuki revelation about sharing retired No. 51 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Michigan basketball’s Dusty May sounds off on problems of NIL era

The Michigan basketball program is still basking in the glow of its 2026 national championship win recently against the UConn Huskies. The win solidified head coach Dusty May as one of the best at his job in the sport, if he wasn’t already there, and gave Michigan a basketball title to add to their trophy […] The post Michigan basketball’s Dusty May sounds off on problems of NIL era appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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