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Blue Jays news’ Max Scherzer gives encouraging update after brutal return from arm injury

The Toronto Blue Jays have been up and down so far this season, and there are a few injuries that they’re dealing with. Max Scherzer is suffering from right forearm tendinitis, and in their game against the Minnesota Twins, it looks like he’s still dealing with some of the effects. Nonetheless, Scherzer noted that he […] The post Blue Jays news’ Max Scherzer gives encouraging update after brutal return from arm injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Patriots’ Mike Vrabel skipping pre-draft press conference amid Dianna Russini scandal

This week, New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel has been in the headlines for all the wrong reasons, after pictures were leaked showing him alone with NFL reporter Dianna Russini of The Athletic at an adults-only hotel in Arizona. The pictures quickly caused a scandal, with both parties releasing a statement, and Russini now […] The post Patriots’ Mike Vrabel skipping pre-draft press conference amid Dianna Russini scandal appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Avalanche forward Nazem Kadri hoping to return from finger injury before playoffs

The Colorado Avalanche have clinched the Presidents’ Trophy as the top team in the regular season. As they prepare for a run in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, Nazem Kadri has been missing from the lineup. Now, head coach Jared Bednar has given an update on the status of Kadri ahead of the playoffs. “He’s going […] The post Avalanche forward Nazem Kadri hoping to return from finger injury before playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mets’ Carlos Mendoza gets brutally honest on humiliation by Athletics in series sweep

NEW YORK– Sunday afternoon could have been the kind of day owner Steve Cohen and president of baseball operations David Stearns envisioned when the New York Mets traded for former Milwaukee Brewers starting pitcher Freddy Peralta in the offseason. But it was not meant to be, as the lineup totaled just four hits and wasted […] The post Mets’ Carlos Mendoza gets brutally honest on humiliation by Athletics in series sweep appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Rory McIlroy leaves Masters’ Amen Corner with 3-shot lead

Rory McIlroy has a three-shot lead at the Masters after birdies on the 12th and 13th holes in Amen Corner. There are a host of chasers at 10-under, including Scottie Scheffler and McIlroy’s playing partner Cam Young. But consecutive Green Jackets are within the reach of McIlroy as he heads to 14. McIlroy reaches 12 […] The post Rory McIlroy leaves Masters’ Amen Corner with 3-shot lead appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Viral picture of Jaguars’ Trevor Lawrence with short hair debunked

It appears a picture floating around on the Internet of Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Trevor Lawrence with short hair is not accurate. Digital content specialist Marcel Robinson set the record straight, by posting a photo on social media with Lawrence. Lawrence had long hair in the photo. Nope 🧢 … Can confirm 16 and I had […] The post Viral picture of Jaguars’ Trevor Lawrence with short hair debunked appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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1 transfer portal target Michigan State basketball must sign to get back to Sweet 16

Michigan State basketball watched its Final Four hopes evaporate at the hands of UConn. The Sweet 16 loss denied consecutive Elite Eight trips for the Spartans. But fans know Tom Izzo teams operate under the championships or bust attitude. That includes winning over talent via the College Basketball Transfer Portal. Granted, Izzo still believes in […] The post 1 transfer portal target Michigan State basketball must sign to get back to Sweet 16 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Blazers’ injury report vs. Kings with No. 8 seed on line

The Portland Trail Blazers will look to lock down their No. 8 seed in the Western Conference when they host the Sacramento Kings in the final game of the regular season. The Trail Blazers hold the tiebreaker over the Los Angeles Clippers, who play their final game of the season against the Golden State Warriors. […] The post Blazers’ injury report vs. Kings with No. 8 seed on line appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Senators’ Brady Tkachuk status uncertain for massive Devils clash

The Ottawa Senators have clinched a spot in the Stanley Cup playoffs, but their performance and results in the final two regular-season games of the season will determine whether they finish in the No. 1 or No. 2 Wild Card spots in the Eastern Conference. They are currently in the No. 1 spot — the […] The post Senators’ Brady Tkachuk status uncertain for massive Devils clash appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Angels’ Jose Soriano makes MLB history with dominant start vs. Reds

Part of the reason the Los Angeles Angels haven’t made the playoffs since 2014 is because they haven’t had enough quality pitching. Jose Soriano is doing everything in his power to change that narrative. In a 9-6 win over the Cincinnati Reds, the right-hander pitched seven innings of scoreless baseball, allowing two hits and three […] The post Angels’ Jose Soriano makes MLB history with dominant start vs. Reds appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Alyssa Thomas returning to Mercury in free agency after WNBA Finals loss

The Phoenix Mercury found a lot of success last season, and it was due to some of the top players on the team. Alyssa Thomas is one of those players, and it was recently announced that she is returning to the team, according to the team. “Alyssa is a generational player, natural leader and one […] The post Alyssa Thomas returning to Mercury in free agency after WNBA Finals loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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The Masters quintuple bogey explosion that held up leaders on Amen Corner

Sunday at the Masters is often a place for brilliant shots and, sometimes, incredible collapses. Haotong Li was not going to win the Masters, but he had a chance to earn an invite back to Augusta National, headed to the 13th hole. Playing alongside Scottie Scheffler, Li made a quintuple-bogey 10, holding up the leaders […] The post The Masters quintuple bogey explosion that held up leaders on Amen Corner appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Alabama’s Keelon Russell makes resounding case for starting QB job at spring game

After falling short of the College Football Playoff two years ago and getting thumped by Indiana in the CFP quarterfinals last season, Alabama will be expected to genuinely contend for a national championship in Kalen DeBoer’s third campaign as head coach. Many fans are hopeful that quarterback Keelon Russell can push the Crimson Tide back […] The post Alabama’s Keelon Russell makes resounding case for starting QB job at spring game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Broncos’ 2026 NFL Mock Draft roundup with pre-draft cycle ending

With Denver not entering the draft until late in the second round, their situation looks different from that of most playoff teams. Head coach Sean Payton recently acknowledged that he hasn’t fully explored this draft class yet, but he emphasized that tight end is a position of interest, and the unsuccessful attempt to acquire Travis […] The post Broncos’ 2026 NFL Mock Draft roundup with pre-draft cycle ending appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Canadiens’ top prospect heading back to NCAA for 2026-27 season

As the NCAA Hockey season has come to a close, many players who had previously been drafted by NHL teams have signed contracts to join their new franchises. Some players, such as Porter Martone of the Philadelphia Flyers, have even made their NHL debuts after their college season. As the Montreal Canadiens get ready for […] The post Canadiens’ top prospect heading back to NCAA for 2026-27 season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Erik Spoelstra’s message to Heat ahead of 4th straight play-in appearance

MIAMI – With the Miami Heat facing the Atlanta Hawks in the final game of the 2025-26 regular season, the team is also preparing for its fourth straight play-in tournament. As the Heat look to enter the play-in tournament with momentum, head coach Erik Spoelstra has one final message for the team before the regular-season […] The post Erik Spoelstra’s message to Heat ahead of 4th straight play-in appearance appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Ducks’ Cutter Gauthier planning for injury return vs. Canucks

The Anaheim Ducks are getting some good news heading into a game on Sunday against the Vancouver Canucks. Ducks star winger Cutter Gauthier could return to the ice for the game, per NHL.com. He has missed five games due to an upper body injury. “Yep, that’s the plan,” Gauthier told reporters after practice Saturday. He […] The post Ducks’ Cutter Gauthier planning for injury return vs. Canucks appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Dodgers’ Edwin Diaz, Dave Roberts sound off on troubling velocity dip after $89 million signing

The Los Angeles Dodgers splurged $89 million to land Edwin Diaz in December. Diaz’s signing made MLB history in the process. But LA and manager Dave Roberts have seen the right-handed pitcher struggle early in 2026. Including witnessing Diaz’s troubling velocity dip on his pitch. Diaz threw heat that topped 97 miles per hour throughout […] The post Dodgers’ Edwin Diaz, Dave Roberts sound off on troubling velocity dip after $89 million signing appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Rory McIlroy hits Amen Corner tied with Justin Rose for the Masters lead

There are just eight holes left for the final group on Sunday at The Masters. Rory McIlroy is tied for the Masters lead with Justin Rose as he and Cam Young head to Amen Corner. McIlroy made a par on the tenth hole, the one that ended his chances 15 years ago, and is at […] The post Rory McIlroy hits Amen Corner tied with Justin Rose for the Masters lead appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Sparks re-sign locker room favorite to camp contract

The Los Angeles Sparks have revamped their roster this offseason starting with bringing back former franchise cornerstone Nneka Ogwumike, signing veteran guard Erica Wheeler and trading Rickea Jackson to the Chicago Sky for Ariel Atkins. Some continuity is needed, however, and the Sparks addressed that with the re-signing of veteran forward Emma Cannon. Emma Cannon’s […] The post Sparks re-sign locker room favorite to camp contract appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Capitals’ Tom Wilson heads to locker room with apparent foot injury after blocking shot

The Wahsington Capitals’ playoff hopes are hanging by a thread. The Capitals are currently playing the Pittsburgh Penguins, in what could be a final game of Alex Ovechkin against Sidney Crosby. One of the Caps’ major forces in their late-season playoff push has been Tom Wilson, but his future for the rest of the regular […] The post Capitals’ Tom Wilson heads to locker room with apparent foot injury after blocking shot appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Rays’ biggest flop to begin 2026 MLB season

The Tampa Bay Rays know competing in the AL East is no easy task. Each offseason the franchise scours the open market to see if they can find any underrated talent. The Rays have been no strangers to trades either as they try to maximize their roster. In July of 2025, they made a crucial […] The post Rays’ biggest flop to begin 2026 MLB season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Sophie Cunningham reacts to Fever re-signing with ‘spicy’ IG Story

Though the Indiana Fever were hit with injuries to some of their key players late last season, they still made noise in the playoffs, advancing to the second round of the playoffs. One of those players sidelined was Sophie Cunningham, who the Fever just re-signed to the team. Cunningham seems to be excited to return […] The post Sophie Cunningham reacts to Fever re-signing with ‘spicy’ IG Story appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mets trolled by Athletics after pathetic sweep

The New York Mets had such high expectations heading into the 2026 season. New York made several moves during the offseason, showing off their large payroll and their hunger to reach a World Series. Things aren’t turning out so well, so far. New York is under .500 on the season after getting swept by the […] The post Mets trolled by Athletics after pathetic sweep appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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