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Rudy Gobert drops Victor Wembanyama admission ahead of Spurs playoff clash

The Minnesota Timberwolves’ reward for beating the Denver Nuggets in impressive fashion is a Western Conference Semifinals matchup with the San Antonio Spurs. Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert is familiar with Spurs star Victor Wembanyama, a fellow Frenchman, and heading into the upcoming round of the NBA playoffs, he spoke about the mentality that Wembanyama has […] The post Rudy Gobert drops Victor Wembanyama admission ahead of Spurs playoff clash appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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3 players Hawks must trade to take next step after embarrassing end to Knicks series

Although the Atlanta Hawks had a phenomenal season by all accounts, the 51-point loss to the New York Knicks was egregious. It should cause a slight reset for the franchise. Throughout the final three games of the series against the Knicks, the Hawks simply were outclassed. They couldn’t find a way to stop Karl-Anthony Towns […] The post 3 players Hawks must trade to take next step after embarrassing end to Knicks series appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Rays make injury decision before Giants clash

The Tampa Bay Rays made a roster decision Saturday, strengthening their bullpen ahead of their second game of a three-game series vs. the San Francisco Giants at Tropicana Field. The Rays reinstated left-hander Garrett Cleavinger from the 15-day injured list after right calf tightness had sidelined him since late March. His return gives manager Kevin […] The post Rays make injury decision before Giants clash appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Blue Jays’ George Springer exits Twins game after HBP leads to injury scare

Life can be cruel sometimes. Toronto Blue Jays designated hitter George Springer took a pitch off the left big toe that he fractured in April and was forced to exit Saturday afternoon’s game versus the Minnesota Twins. He was in obvious pain, which is the last thing this team needs as it tries to survive […] The post Blue Jays’ George Springer exits Twins game after HBP leads to injury scare appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Is Daniel Palencia returning from injury soon? Here’s the latest update

Since mid-April, Chicago Cubs pitcher Daniel Palencia has been on the injured list due to a strained oblique injury. Lately, Palencia has been recovering with positive updates coming from manager Craig Counsell. On Saturday, the Cubs officially announced that Palencia had completed a rehab assignment and is expected to return to the rotation in a […] The post Is Daniel Palencia returning from injury soon? Here’s the latest update appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Cubs’ Nico Hoerner isn’t playing vs. Diamondbacks on Saturday

The Chicago Cubs got some concerning news ahead of Saturday’s matchup against the Arizona Diamondbacks at Wrigley Field. Second baseman Nico Hoerner is out of the lineup as he continues to deal with lingering neck symptoms following Friday’s early exit. The hope is that Hoerner will be available Sunday, according to Taylor McGregor, but Chicago […] The post Why Cubs’ Nico Hoerner isn’t playing vs. Diamondbacks on Saturday appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Timberwolves HC Chris Finch shares crucial Anthony Edwards playoff injury update ahead of Spurs series

The Minnesota Timberwolves closed out the Denver Nuggets with a 110-98 Game 6 win to advance to the second round of the playoffs. However, there are still injury concerns regarding Anthony Edwards as the team prepares for the San Antonio Spurs. On Saturday, head coach Chris Finch shared an update about the star shooting guard. […] The post Timberwolves HC Chris Finch shares crucial Anthony Edwards playoff injury update ahead of Spurs series appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Brewers’ Pat Murphy shares huge Jacob Misiorowski injury update

The Milwaukee Brewers mystify people with their ability to consistently build a competitive baseball team despite having limited financial resources and only a couple of household names. But the foundation of their success is easy to see. Top-notch pitching enables the Brew Crew to frequently begin games on stable ground, which in turn has a […] The post Brewers’ Pat Murphy shares huge Jacob Misiorowski injury update appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Astros Tatsuya Imai, Josh Hader set to pitch in same injury rehab game

The Houston Astros just got some big news, and they really needed it after their terrible start to the 2026 season. Joe Espada, Astros manager, said that Tatsuya Imai, Josh Hader, and Nate Pearson will all pitch for Triple-A Sugar Land on Tuesday. Imai will start the game. This is a huge help for a […] The post Astros Tatsuya Imai, Josh Hader set to pitch in same injury rehab game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Reds make multiple roster moves before Pirates clash

The Cincinnati Reds made a series of roster moves ahead of their matchup vs. the Pittsburgh Pirates, reflecting both immediate needs and longer-term strategy as the National League Central race tightens. The Reds enter Saturday tied for first place in the division at 20–12 alongside the Chicago Cubs, but they look to rebound after a […] The post Reds make multiple roster moves before Pirates clash appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Canadiens’ Martin St. Louis drops ‘no panic’ truth bomb after heartwrenching Game 6 loss

The Montreal Canadiens were one goal away from taking out the Tampa Bay Lightning and winning a Stanley Cup Playoff round for the first time in five years — but they were unable to get one by Andrei Vasilevskiy in a 1-0 overtime loss in Game 6 at the Bell Centre on Friday night. Despite […] The post Canadiens’ Martin St. Louis drops ‘no panic’ truth bomb after heartwrenching Game 6 loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Blackhawks’ Connor Bedard won’t play for Canada at IIHF World Championship

Connor Bedard sat out of 12 games in the 2026 NHL season for the Chicago Blackhawks due to a shoulder injury. The injury, which he picked up on December 12 last year, not only resulted in Chicago missing the 20-year-old, it has also led to him pulling out of the upcoming IIHF World Championship in […] The post Why Blackhawks’ Connor Bedard won’t play for Canada at IIHF World Championship appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Langston University quickly finds Chris Wright replacement after D1 exit

Following Chris Wright’s departure from Langston University to lead Alabama State, the institution has named Sam Kohnke as the 18th head coach of the men’s basketball program. Langston released a statement announcing his hire on Friday. “I am beyond excited to be the next head men’s basketball coach at Langston University,” said Kohnke in the […] The post Langston University quickly finds Chris Wright replacement after D1 exit appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Hurricanes’ Nic Deslauriers gets real on matching up against former team in postseason

The second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs is officially set between the Carolina Hurricanes and the Philadelphia Flyers, who will face each other in the postseason for the very first time. The Hurricanes, the top team in the Eastern Conference, were the first team to advance after a four-game sweep of the Ottawa Senators […] The post Hurricanes’ Nic Deslauriers gets real on matching up against former team in postseason appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Andrei Vasilevskiy’s ‘locked in’ reaction to Lightning shutting out Canadiens, forcing Game 7

The Tampa Bay Lightning lived to see another day after beating the Montreal Canadiens 1-0 in overtime in Game 6 of their first-round series at the Bell Centre — and Andrei Vasilevskiy was the main reason why. The former NHL playoff MVP was picture perfect in the contest, making 30 saves on 30 shots, including […] The post Andrei Vasilevskiy’s ‘locked in’ reaction to Lightning shutting out Canadiens, forcing Game 7 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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White Sox’s Munetaka Murakami makes more MLB history after 13th HR

Chicago White Sox rookie Munetaka Murakami is having an incredible start to his MLB career after hitting his 13th home run of the season in Friday’s 8-2 win over the San Diego Padres. With Murakami leading the league in home runs right now, the Japanese native also achieved an historic feat after recording his 13th […] The post White Sox’s Munetaka Murakami makes more MLB history after 13th HR appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Former NBA veteran takes the reigns of Florida HBCU hoops program

A former SEC standout and NBA veteran is officially taking the reins of an HBCU basketball program. Todd Day Sr., who served as interim head coach of Edward Waters’s men’s basketball team, has officially been named the head coach of the team. Day was brought in as interim head coach in November. “We are thrilled […] The post Former NBA veteran takes the reigns of Florida HBCU hoops program appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Phillies gets huge JT Realmuto boost for Marlins clash

The Philadelphia Phillies reinstated catcher J.T. Realmuto from the 10-day injured list ahead of Saturday’s second game of a four-game set against the Miami Marlins, activating him on the first day he was eligible after dealing with back spasms. The move gives the Phillies their primary catcher back as they look to narrow the gap […] The post Phillies gets huge JT Realmuto boost for Marlins clash appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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What jersey numbers will Chiefs’ Mansoor Delane, Peter Woods wear?

The Kansas City Chiefs will likely enter another NFL season with a giant question mark attached to their wide receiver room, but a hopefully healthy Patrick Mahomes, a returning Travis Kelce and an incoming Kenneth Walker III should position their offense for success. The organization is placing a great amount of trust in those established […] The post What jersey numbers will Chiefs’ Mansoor Delane, Peter Woods wear? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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What has Mammoth coach Andre Tourigny ‘mad’ after being knocked out by Golden Knights

The Utah Mammoth were knocked out of the Stanley Cup Playoffs on home ice on Friday night, losing 5-1 to the Vegas Golden Knights at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City. It was a disappointing ending to a hugely encouraging campaign for the Mammoth, although head coach Andre Tourigny was confident his club was […] The post What has Mammoth coach Andre Tourigny ‘mad’ after being knocked out by Golden Knights appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Kings haven’t committed to DJ Smith as permanent head coach

The Los Angeles Kings have formally entered a full-scale head coach search following their early postseason exit. They ended the postseason without a single win after losing to the the Colorado Avalanche in the first round. General Manager Ken Holland confirmed that interim coach D.J. Smith will be one of several candidates under consideration, per […] The post Kings haven’t committed to DJ Smith as permanent head coach appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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1 Eagles undrafted free agent who will make 2026 roster

Philadelphia’s rookie class is already generating significant attention after the Draft. Makai Lemon, the first first-round pick from the 2026 class, has signed his rookie deal, which includes a fully guaranteed four-year contract and an $11.5 million signing bonus. Meanwhile, second-round tight end Eli Stowers is beginning to explain the intricacies of blocking as he […] The post 1 Eagles undrafted free agent who will make 2026 roster appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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3 Cavs most responsible for Game 6 OT loss to Raptors

The Cleveland Cavaliers squandered a prime opportunity to close out their first-round series Friday night, falling 112–110 to the Toronto Raptors on an RJ Barrett buzzer-beater in Game 6. What should have been a decisive finish instead sends the series back to Cleveland for a Game 7 on Sunday, shifting both pressure and momentum at […] The post 3 Cavs most responsible for Game 6 OT loss to Raptors appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Hurricanes will have Nikolaj Ehlers, Alexander Nikishin for Game 1 vs. Flyers

The Carolina Hurricanes have had a full six days off since sweeping the Ottawa Senators in the first round of the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs — and because of that, they’ll be fully healthy for Game 1 of Round 2 against the Philadelphia Flyers on Saturday night. Both forward Nikolaj Ehlers and defenseman Alexander Nikishin […] The post Hurricanes will have Nikolaj Ehlers, Alexander Nikishin for Game 1 vs. Flyers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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