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Injured WWE star Sheamus provides update on ‘difficult’ shoulder injury that blindsided him

It has not been an easy road to recovery for WWE Superstar Sheamus, who has been dealing with an injury for the last few months. Speaking to OTB Football (via Fightful), he acknowledged that this injury “has been difficult,” and he was blindsided when it popped up, saying, “It kind of came out of nowhere.” […] The post Injured WWE star Sheamus provides update on ‘difficult’ shoulder injury that blindsided him appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Watch Wings’ Azzi Fudd throw 1st pitch at Rangers game

Azzi Fudd is adjusting to her new life in Texas after the Dallas Wings selected her as the top overall pick in this year’s WNBA Draft. She has truly come a long way—figuratively and literally—from her hometown of Fairfax, Virginia. It will likely not take long for Texas to embrace Fudd, who will team up […] The post Watch Wings’ Azzi Fudd throw 1st pitch at Rangers game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Craig Stammen will not be with Padres for Cubs series finale

The San Diego Padres fell on Tuesday to the Chicago Cubs in the second game of their three-game series. The Padres took the first game of the series, despite a controversial call on a foul ball. With the two games split, the rubber match is set for Wednesday, but Craig Stammen will not be managing […] The post Why Craig Stammen will not be with Padres for Cubs series finale appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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WWE Chief Content Officer Triple H’s AI usage ‘for storylines’ confirmed by TKO president Mark Shapiro

Several months ago, in Oct. 2026, Dave Meltzer of WON reported the usage of AI in WWE’s creative. However, the reports were soon brushed aside on the internet. Now, months later, TKO President Mark Shapiro has confirmed the usage of AI by Triple H in WWE’s storylines. In an audio obtained from WWE’s recent Townhall […] The post WWE Chief Content Officer Triple H’s AI usage ‘for storylines’ confirmed by TKO president Mark Shapiro appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Knicks fans erupt at MSG for Timothée Chalamet during Game 5

It’s safe to say that fans at Madison Square Garden during Game 5 between the New York Knicks and Atlanta Hawks were thrilled to see superfan and actor Timothée Chalamet. During a break in the game, a clip from Marty Supreme, Chalamet’s last movie, was shown on the jumbotron. It then cut to him, who […] The post Knicks fans erupt at MSG for Timothée Chalamet during Game 5 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Shane McMahon drops bold playoff take after attending Knicks Game 5 blowout vs. Hawks

Fresh off their Game 5 victory against the Atlanta Hawks, the New York Knicks are now looking forward to finishing their run on a high note and sealing a win in Game 6 as well. Leading 3-2 over the Atlanta Hawks, the Knicks registered a 126-97 victory on Tuesday, Apr. 28, 2026. Attending the game […] The post Shane McMahon drops bold playoff take after attending Knicks Game 5 blowout vs. Hawks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Oilers captain Connor McDavid makes 1 thing crystal clear after Game 5 win

The Edmonton Oilers secured a 4-1 win in Game 5 of their Stanley Cup Playoffs series with the Anaheim Ducks, staving off elimination. Heading into the game with the Ducks, there were questions about the availability of Oilers star Connor McDavid. McDavid played in the game and registered two assists. After the contest, he spoke […] The post Oilers captain Connor McDavid makes 1 thing crystal clear after Game 5 win appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Ex-WWE star Kairi Sane claps back at ‘walked away’ rumors after release

Think what you want to think about Kairi Sane’s WWE release, but the former Kabuki Warriors member has clapped back at the rumors surrounding her exit. Sane took to X, formerly Twitter, to post a viral message to clarify the rumors. She made it clear that she “never walked away,” and she has “given my […] The post Ex-WWE star Kairi Sane claps back at ‘walked away’ rumors after release appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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WWE rumors: Why Triple H almost left promotion before WrestleMania 42

Despite major criticism and backlash from fans leading to WWE WrestleMania 42 in Las Vegas, Nevada, Triple H’s position as the promotion’s Chief Content Officer will now continue. In a recent Townhall, WWE President Nick Khan revealed that Triple H will continue as the promotion’s content head. Sean Ross Sapp of Fightful also indicated that […] The post WWE rumors: Why Triple H almost left promotion before WrestleMania 42 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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WWE legend Paul Wight reveals inspiring weight loss journey

Standing tall at 7ft, AEW and WWE veteran Paul Wight, aka Big Show, has always been known as one of the biggest men in the industry. Once billed as “standing seven feet tall and weighing more than 400 pounds”, Wight is currently on a weight loss journey. The former WWE World Heavyweight Champion recently revealed […] The post WWE legend Paul Wight reveals inspiring weight loss journey appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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WWE’s AJ Lee seemingly indicates she’s done in kayfabe-shattering post with Becky Lynch

While they were heated on-screen rivals, WWE’s AJ Lee and Becky Lynch may not hate each other after all, as the former Divas Champion revealed in a post that indicated her current run after her 2025 return is over. Lee posted a carousel of images from her “past eight months.” She thanked Lynch, calling her […] The post WWE’s AJ Lee seemingly indicates she’s done in kayfabe-shattering post with Becky Lynch appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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WWE’s The Miz, Maryse’s LA home finally sells for whopping $7.4 million

After years of residing in Los Angeles, California, The Miz is no longer a resident of the Western state. Long rumored to move to Las Vegas, The Miz has now officially moved out of his luxury Los Angeles-area home. Jordan Cohen of RE/MAX, the realtor of The Miz, revealed on Instagram that he and his […] The post WWE’s The Miz, Maryse’s LA home finally sells for whopping $7.4 million appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lakers’ LeBron James could retire after this year, according to Draymond Green

LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers will look to eliminate the Houston Rockets in Game 5 of their first-round series at Crypto.com Arena on Wednesday via a gentleman’s sweep. James will aim to bounce back after his mediocre showing in their loss in Game 4, wherein he only had 10 points on 2-of-9 field […] The post Lakers’ LeBron James could retire after this year, according to Draymond Green appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Raiders bold predictions for 2026 NFL Draft class during rookie season

The Las Vegas Raiders have had an eventful draft season. Of course, with the first overall pick, the Raiders’ draft season was always going to be heavily watched by fans and analysts. However, it’s also worth noting that Las Vegas’ draft haul isn’t just about the quality of players, but also the quantity. The Raiders […] The post Raiders bold predictions for 2026 NFL Draft class during rookie season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Jalen Brunson’s mom gets surprise shoutout from Knicks’ Mike Brown after Game 5 win

The New York Knicks occasionally draw criticism for playing too much isolation basketball, with Jalen Brunson frequently finding himself battling defenders deep into possessions before getting off a jumper or drive at the last second. They will likely require a bit more offensive variety in order to capture the Eastern Conference throne, but Brunson’s excellence […] The post Jalen Brunson’s mom gets surprise shoutout from Knicks’ Mike Brown after Game 5 win appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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76ers’ Joel Embiid sends huge message to Celtics with confident claim after Game 5

Joel Embiid looked dominant in his second game back from an emergency appendectomy, carrying the Philadelphia 76ers past the Boston Celtics, 113-97, in Game 5 at TD Garden on Tuesday to stay alive in their first-round series in the playoffs. Embiid toyed with every defense thrown at him by the Celtics. He finished with 33 […] The post 76ers’ Joel Embiid sends huge message to Celtics with confident claim after Game 5 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Knicks’ OG Anunoby gets ‘special player’ props from teammate after Game 5 win over Hawks

OG Anunoby has always been a menace on defense ever since he entered the NBA in 2017. But over the years, he has also developed his scoring, making him one of the most efficient two-way players in the league. His versatility was on full display on Tuesday, as he helped the New York Knicks destroy […] The post Knicks’ OG Anunoby gets ‘special player’ props from teammate after Game 5 win over Hawks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Spurs’ Dylan Harper reaches Kawhi Leonard territory in Blazers closeout

To draft Dylan Harper or not to: this was the question the San Antonio Spurs faced during the 2025 NBA Draft. Their lottery pick in 2024 in Stephon Castle was coming off a Rookie of the Year season, and they just gave De’Aaron Fox a huge contract extension. This meant that they would be bringing […] The post Spurs’ Dylan Harper reaches Kawhi Leonard territory in Blazers closeout appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Knicks’ Jose Alvarado reveals ‘amazing’ reaction to MSG chanting his name

The New York Knicks have already had a lot of ups and downs in these NBA playoffs, as they quickly fell into a 2-1 hole in their first round series against the Atlanta Hawks. They have quickly recovered, however, putting together strong performances in Games 4 and 5 to take a 3-2 series lead heading […] The post Knicks’ Jose Alvarado reveals ‘amazing’ reaction to MSG chanting his name appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Spurs’ De’Aaron Fox shows love to Stephen Curry amid Victor Wembanyama praise

De’Aaron Fox, after toiling away on a mediocre Sacramento Kings team for most of his career, is finally getting another chance to show what he can do on the grand postseason stage. On Tuesday night, Fox shone for the Spurs in winning time, making a few clutch buckets to keep the Portland Trail Blazers at […] The post Spurs’ De’Aaron Fox shows love to Stephen Curry amid Victor Wembanyama praise appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Rams rookie from 2026 NFL Draft class who will make biggest impact in Year 1

The Rams rookie from the 2026 NFL Draft class who will make the biggest impact in Year 1 isn’t the surprise quarterback. Sure, all eyes naturally gravitate toward Ty Simpson as possibly the future of the franchise. However, the present belongs to Max Klare. He is the versatile tight end poised to become Sean McVay’s […] The post Rams rookie from 2026 NFL Draft class who will make biggest impact in Year 1 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Royals’ Vinnie Pasquantino exits Athletics showdown with back injury

A brutal beginning to the season somehow just got even worse for Vinnie Pasquantino. The Kansas City Royals first baseman exited Tuesday’s 4-1 extra-innings road victory against the Athletics with low back tightness, according to the team. Fans are already waiting for him to ignite, and a potential injury could delay a Pasquatch breakthrough even […] The post Royals’ Vinnie Pasquantino exits Athletics showdown with back injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Is Franz Wagner playing tonight? Magic vs. Pistons 2026 NBA Playoffs Game 5 injury report

The Orlando Magic will attempt to complete a stunning first-round upset of the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday. They could be without star forward Franz Wagner during the Game 5 matchup. Wagner is questionable on Wednesday after exiting Monday’s Game 4 win due to a right calf injury. He underwent an MRI that revealed a low-grade […] The post Is Franz Wagner playing tonight? Magic vs. Pistons 2026 NBA Playoffs Game 5 injury report appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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2 Celtics most to blame for disappointing Game 5 loss to 76ers

The Boston Celtics built a double-digit second-half lead in Game 5 and lost it. An 113–97 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers on their home floor not only squandered a chance to close out the series but also shifted pressure squarely back onto Boston heading into a pivotal Game 6. After building a double-digit lead in […] The post 2 Celtics most to blame for disappointing Game 5 loss to 76ers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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