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Ben Rice’s home run feat will have Yankees fans thinking about All-Star Game

Apr 18, 2026 @ 4:03pm

Ben Rice graduated from Dartmouth College with a degree in psychology and was selected in the 12th round of the 2021 MLB Draft. He was not destined for big-league stardom. His rookie season with the New York Yankees seemed to only reinforce that point, as he batted .171 with a .613 OPS. Though, upon further […] The post Ben Rice’s home run feat will have Yankees fans thinking about All-Star Game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Phillies’ Jhoan Duran lands on IL with oblique injury

Apr 18, 2026 @ 4:01pm

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The Philadelphia Phillies’ bullpen received some bad news on Saturday, as it sounds like Jhoan Duran is heading to the IL. Philly announced several roster moves after making its final decision on Duran. Reports indicate that the 28-year-old closer was placed on the 15-day IL due to a left oblique strain, according to Jeff Skversky […] The post Phillies’ Jhoan Duran lands on IL with oblique injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Rams drop ‘Friday’-inspired NFL Draft hype video with Ice Cube, Chris Tucker ties

Apr 18, 2026 @ 3:51pm

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The Los Angeles Rams found a way to blend football anticipation with pure Los Angeles culture. Ahead of the upcoming NFL Draft, the team released a three-minute mini film titled “Thursday,” a clear nod to the 1995 cult classic Friday. The video leans fully into nostalgia, casting O’Shea Jackson Jr. and Destin Tucker as modern […] The post Rams drop ‘Friday’-inspired NFL Draft hype video with Ice Cube, Chris Tucker ties appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The vet Bronny James is studying before Game 1 vs. Rockets

Apr 18, 2026 @ 3:48pm

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LOS ANGELES – The injuries to Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves have called Bronny James into action for the Los Angeles Lakers’ opening-round series of the NBA playoffs against the Houston Rockets. James was thrust into the lineup towards the end of the regular season amid the injuries, and he figures to be part of […] The post The vet Bronny James is studying before Game 1 vs. Rockets appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Astros designate pitcher for assignment before Cardinals game

Apr 18, 2026 @ 3:40pm

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On Saturday, the Houston Astros continued reshaping their roster ahead of their matchup vs. the St. Louis Cardinals, designating right-hander J.P. France for assignment in a notable pitching move. The move came ahead of the second game of their three-game set. France’s status had been uncertain throughout the early part of the season. The Astros […] The post Astros designate pitcher for assignment before Cardinals game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Orioles outfielder takes big step forward amid injury recovery

Apr 18, 2026 @ 3:37pm

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It sounds like the Baltimore Orioles could have one of their key outfielders back in action soon. The latest injury report reveals that another key player, alongside Adley Rutschman and Jackson Holliday, is making progress with his injury. O’Neill, who is 30 years old, ran and participated in batting practice on Friday, April 17, according […] The post Orioles outfielder takes big step forward amid injury recovery appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Sue Bird, Megan Rapinoe Announce Breakup After Decade Together

Apr 18, 2026 @ 3:14pm

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Retired stars Sue Bird and Megan Rapinoe shared a deeply personal update Friday, announcing they are no longer in a relationship after nearly a decade together, ESPN reports. The two Olympic gold medalists revealed the news through a joint social media post, emphasizing mutual respect and care in their decision. “This hasn’t been an easy […] The post Sue Bird, Megan Rapinoe Announce Breakup After Decade Together appeared first on ClutchPoints.

When Marlins plan to activate Kyle Stowers from injured list

Apr 18, 2026 @ 3:04pm

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The Miami Marlins are poised for a timely boost, as the latest update on All-Star outfielder Kyle Stowers signals his imminent return. With a roster move approaching, his activation comes at a pivotal moment during the Marlins’ three-game set with the Milwaukee Brewers. Stowers is expected to make his 2026 debut on Sunday, with the […] The post When Marlins plan to activate Kyle Stowers from injured list appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Watch Evan Mobley put 2 Raptors on a poster in NBA playoffs

Apr 18, 2026 @ 2:55pm

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The No. 4-seeded Cleveland Cavaliers are taking on the No. 5-seeded Toronto Raptors on Saturday in Game 1 of their first-round matchup in the NBA Playoffs. Evan Mobley turned heads in the second quarter of the contest after putting two opponents on a poster with a monster slam. Near the end of the second quarter, […] The post Watch Evan Mobley put 2 Raptors on a poster in NBA playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Latest Juan Soto injury update comes with timeline for Mets return

Apr 18, 2026 @ 2:54pm

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As it’s been a nightmare start for the New York Mets, especially since the team is on a nine-game losing streak ahead of Saturday’s game and start of the series against the Chicago Cubs, fans have been wondering about the injury return of Juan Soto. While the hope is that the Mets can be uncursed […] The post Latest Juan Soto injury update comes with timeline for Mets return appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Duke loses forward to UConn in transfer portal

Apr 18, 2026 @ 2:50pm

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The Duke Blue Devils lost their second player to the transfer portal this week in incoming sophomore forward Nikolas Khamenia who committed to UConn, as per Joe Tipton of On3. That was following the departure of guard Darren Harris who committed to Indiana earlier this week. Nikolas Khamenia’s commitment to UConn out of the transfer […] The post Duke loses forward to UConn in transfer portal appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Giants pitcher to miss 5-6 months after undergoing arm surgery

Apr 18, 2026 @ 2:43pm

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As parts of the San Francisco Giants’ pitching staff are struggling, the team gets more frustrating news in that area, specifically dealing with Jose Butto. With a brutal start to the Giants’ season so far, the news on Butto won’t help, as he will miss an extended period of time. The team would announce on […] The post Giants pitcher to miss 5-6 months after undergoing arm surgery appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Brady Tkachuk reveals James Reimer’s heartfelt speech that lit a fire under Senators

Apr 18, 2026 @ 2:41pm

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The Ottawa Senators were one of the National Hockey League’s best teams down the stretch, winning six of their final eight games to book a spot in the Stanley Cup Playoffs for a second straight year. But on April 2, ahead of a game against the eventual Atlantic Division-champion Buffalo Sabres, the Sens had lost […] The post Brady Tkachuk reveals James Reimer’s heartfelt speech that lit a fire under Senators appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Royals manager ejected in 1st inning of Yankees game

Apr 18, 2026 @ 2:34pm

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The Kansas City Royals will have to finish Saturday’s contest against the New York Yankees without manager Matt Quatraro. He did arrive at the game to help coach Kansas City, but was quickly ejected from the matchup. Reports indicate that Quatraro, who is 52 years old, was ejected in the middle of the first inning […] The post Royals manager ejected in 1st inning of Yankees game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

LeBron James, Bronny star in promo for Nolan’s The Odyssey

Apr 18, 2026 @ 2:33pm

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The buzz around The Odyssey keeps building, and LeBron James just gave it another push. On Friday, the Los Angeles Lakers star teamed up with his son, Bronny James, for a promotional video tied to Christopher Nolan’s upcoming epic. LeBron’s voiceover carried the moment with a message rooted in legacy and challenge. “No legend worth […] The post LeBron James, Bronny star in promo for Nolan’s The Odyssey appeared first on ClutchPoints.

NBA commissioner Adam Silver’s mic drop on 65-game rule is going to make a lot of people mad

Apr 18, 2026 @ 2:32pm

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The NBA’s 65-game minimum for awards eligibility has drawn ire from players, agents, fans, and analysts alike. But don’t expect it to change anytime soon. During an appearance on WFAN’s ‘The Carton Show’, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver discussed the polarizing rule, which barred the likes of LeBron James and Anthony Edwards from being eligible for […] The post NBA commissioner Adam Silver’s mic drop on 65-game rule is going to make a lot of people mad appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Twins third baseman Royce Lewis takes huge step toward returning from injury

Apr 18, 2026 @ 2:30pm

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The Minnesota Twins are currently leading the American League Central by 0.5 games over the Cleveland Guardians, with a record of 11–9 through 20 games, and the latest update on Royce Lewis significantly boosts their position. As his rehab assignment begins, Lewis’s return timeline is becoming clearer, bringing the team closer to stabilizing its situation […] The post Twins third baseman Royce Lewis takes huge step toward returning from injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Rangers’ Skip Schumaker, Wyatt Langford get 100% real after big win vs. Mariners

Apr 18, 2026 @ 2:18pm

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After the Texas Rangers had been suffering from competitive losses, the team needed a convincing win at this point of the season, as they got just that in Saturday’s 5-0 win over the Seattle Mariners. As Rangers starting pitcher Jacob deGrom led the staff to a shutout win, the offense led by Wyatt Langford was […] The post Rangers’ Skip Schumaker, Wyatt Langford get 100% real after big win vs. Mariners appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Capitals rumors: The 2 reasons Alex Ovechkin is considering not retiring

Apr 18, 2026 @ 2:17pm

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No one knows if Alex Ovechkin has already played his last game in the National Hockey League — but we can speculate. And Sportsnet’s Elliotte Friedman did just that in his latest 32 Thoughts column. The Great Eight said after the Washington Capitals’ final tilt of the 2025-26 season that he was “pretty sure it’s […] The post Capitals rumors: The 2 reasons Alex Ovechkin is considering not retiring appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Diamondbacks’ Nolan Arenado drops admission on early-season performance

Apr 18, 2026 @ 2:02pm

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The St. Louis Cardinals traded Nolan Arenado to the Arizona Diamondbacks in the offseason. With his debut season with his new organization underway, the 14-year veteran shares his honest admission about performance so far in the 2026 campaign. While talking with media members in the locker room, the 35-year-old third baseman opened up about what […] The post Diamondbacks’ Nolan Arenado drops admission on early-season performance appeared first on ClutchPoints.

49ers’ George Kittle joins 1 Called Manders in ring during WrestleMania weekend

Apr 18, 2026 @ 2:01pm

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One does not usually enter a wrestling ring while they are recovering from a torn Achilles, but San Francisco 49ers star tight end George Kittle was not going to let his physical limitations prevent him from sharing a moment with his former college roommate and teammate. The two-time First-Team All-Pro went in between the ropes […] The post 49ers’ George Kittle joins 1 Called Manders in ring during WrestleMania weekend appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Athletics announce 2 big roster moves ahead of White Sox clash

Apr 18, 2026 @ 2:01pm

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The Athletics made significant adjustments ahead of Saturday’s matchup with the Chicago White Sox, as pitching depth quickly became a priority early in the three-game series. After a 9–2 loss in the series opener Friday night, the club moved to reinforce its bullpen, recalling Mason Barnett while optioning Elvis Alvarado. The A’s enter Saturday looking […] The post Athletics announce 2 big roster moves ahead of White Sox clash appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Diamondbacks’ Michael Soroka makes ‘better than ever’ claim after Blue Jays game

Apr 18, 2026 @ 1:59pm

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With the Arizona Diamondbacks wanting to put their stamp on the 2026 season, one highlight for them has been the performance of pitcher Michael Soroka. As Soroka has already been making Diamondbacks history, the latest win against the Toronto Blue Jays, 6-3, has prompted the pitcher to make a huge claim about himself. Earning another […] The post Diamondbacks’ Michael Soroka makes ‘better than ever’ claim after Blue Jays game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Lightning coach Jon Cooper provides cryptic Victor Hedman update ahead of Round 1 vs. Canadiens

Apr 18, 2026 @ 1:54pm

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The Tampa Bay Lightning are preparing for a difficult Round 1 series against the Montreal Canadiens, which begins in the Sunshine State on Sunday evening. Things will get even more challenging without captain Victor Hedman, who, according to head coach Jon Cooper, is not an option for the team as of now. “Jon Cooper with […] The post Lightning coach Jon Cooper provides cryptic Victor Hedman update ahead of Round 1 vs. Canadiens appeared first on ClutchPoints.