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ClutchPoints’ NHL Power Rankings, Week 24: Playoff races are getting just ridiculous

Apr 6, 2026 @ 4:57pm

The NHL’s insane late-season coaching carousel continued on Easter Sunday, with New York Islanders general manager Mathieu Darche dropping a bombshell by replacing Patrick Roy with Pete DeBoer behind the bench. It seems like nobody is safe these days, with Stanley Cup champion Bruce Cassidy, Jim Hiller and Dean Evason all getting the boot in […] The post ClutchPoints’ NHL Power Rankings, Week 24: Playoff races are getting just ridiculous appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Angels’ Jo Adell gets brutally honest on impact Mike Trout has on lineup

Apr 6, 2026 @ 4:45pm

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Mike Trout has not played 150-plus games in a single season since 2016. The Los Angeles Angels and their tortured fan base are hoping the generational talent can reclaim his superstar form now that he is back in center field. Trout played 130 games in 2025, his highest total in six years, but he posted […] The post Angels’ Jo Adell gets brutally honest on impact Mike Trout has on lineup appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Buccaneers add Baker Mayfield protection with veteran offensive tackle

Apr 6, 2026 @ 4:45pm

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Though free agency is almost a month old at this point, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers are still finding value in the weeks leading up to the 2026 NFL Draft. That’s right, after watching certified franchise legends like Mike Evans and LaVonte David leave the Sunshine State for the greener pastures of San Francisco and retirement, […] The post Buccaneers add Baker Mayfield protection with veteran offensive tackle appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Lions re-sign Super Bowl champion, 8-year veteran defensive back

Apr 6, 2026 @ 4:44pm

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There have been plenty of changes to the Detroit Lions’ roster throughout the offseason. But the franchise just confirmed that at least one thing will be remaining the same. The Lions have re-signed defensive back Avonte Maddox, the team announced. The terms of his new contract have not yet been revealed. He played on a […] The post Lions re-sign Super Bowl champion, 8-year veteran defensive back appeared first on ClutchPoints.

The trait Lakers guard Luka Doncic had gave Mark Cuban full confidence in drafting him

Apr 6, 2026 @ 4:40pm

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While Los Angeles Lakers All-Star Luka Doncic undergoes special hamstring treatment in Europe, Dallas Mavericks’ Mark Cuban reflected on when the organization decided to trade up in the 2018 NBA Draft. Doncic was selected third overall by the Atlanta Hawks before he was traded to the Mavericks for Trae Young. Cuban admits the Mavericks had […] The post The trait Lakers guard Luka Doncic had gave Mark Cuban full confidence in drafting him appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Vikings 2026 NFL Draft guide: Number of picks, biggest needs, draft history, and more

Apr 6, 2026 @ 4:33pm

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The Minnesota Vikings’ 2026 NFL Draft guide is here to get you ready for the main event just a few weeks away. Now is the perfect time to take a look at Minnesota’s draft picks, some potential targets, and the team’s recent draft history. The draft takes place in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania this year with the […] The post Vikings 2026 NFL Draft guide: Number of picks, biggest needs, draft history, and more appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Which NBA team did North Carolina steal Mike Malone from?

Apr 6, 2026 @ 4:25pm

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North Carolina basketball tabbed Michael Malone as its next head coach in a surprise move Monday. Malone never emerged as the top pick for the Tar Heels opening. UNC reportedly targeted Tommy Lloyd (Arizona) and Dusty May (Michigan). Turns out the Tar Heels beat out an NBA franchise to reel in the past NBA Finals […] The post Which NBA team did North Carolina steal Mike Malone from? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Blue Jays call up veteran pitcher after Cody Ponce injury

Apr 6, 2026 @ 4:13pm

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The Toronto Blue Jays were hoping to have Cody Ponce be a crucial member of their rotation for the 2026 season. However, an ACL sprain has now put him on the shelf for the foreseeable future. With the Blue Jays looking for ways to replace him, Toronto has called up left-handed pitcher Josh Fleming, via […] The post Blue Jays call up veteran pitcher after Cody Ponce injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Giants 2026 NFL Draft guide: Number of picks, biggest needs, draft history, and more

Apr 6, 2026 @ 4:09pm

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Things may be changing in the near future for the New York Giants’ draft needs because of a trade request. But their 2026 NFL Draft guide is here to get you ready for the upcoming annual seven-round selection meeting. Ahead of this crucial week, let’s look at the Giants’ draft picks, biggest needs, potential targets, […] The post Giants 2026 NFL Draft guide: Number of picks, biggest needs, draft history, and more appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Grading the stunning Michael Malone hire for North Carolina basketball

Apr 6, 2026 @ 4:06pm

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The North Carolina basketball job was the highest-profile position that came open during this college basketball coaching cycle, and now it has been filled by an unlikely name. After striking out on Arizona’s Tommy Lloyd and Michigan’s Dusty May, North Carolina settled on longtime NBA head coach Michael Malone as its next head coach. Malone […] The post Grading the stunning Michael Malone hire for North Carolina basketball appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Why WWE’s Liv Morgan prefers being ‘bad girl’ heel and may never turn face again

Apr 6, 2026 @ 4:01pm

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Some wrestlers are just meant to be a heel, such as WWE Superstar Liv Morgan, who has embraced her current persona and doesn’t want to go back to being a babyface. Speaking to Esteban Ramirez (via WrestleTalk), Morgan said she likes “Being a bad girl” with a laugh. However, she explained that being a heel […] The post Why WWE’s Liv Morgan prefers being ‘bad girl’ heel and may never turn face again appeared first on ClutchPoints.

WNBA rumors: Did Angel Reese request trade from Sky before Dream blockbuster?

Apr 6, 2026 @ 3:57pm

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The Chicago Sky shocked the WNBA on Monday by trading away superstar Angel Reese to the Atlanta Dream. Understandably, Sky fans were livid when they learned that their team traded away its best player one month before the regular season. New reporting suggests that Reese did not force her way out of Chicago after all. […] The post WNBA rumors: Did Angel Reese request trade from Sky before Dream blockbuster? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Where Lakers’ Luka Doncic went in Europe for special hamstring treatment

Apr 6, 2026 @ 3:51pm

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The Los Angeles Lakers got some brutal injury news this weekend when it was announced that both Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves would miss the rest of the season, and potentially into the playoffs, with injuries. It has since been revealed that Doncic will be traveling to Europe to undergo treatment on his injured hamstring […] The post Where Lakers’ Luka Doncic went in Europe for special hamstring treatment appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Rick DiPietro questions Patrick Roy’s effort in final games as Islanders coach

Apr 6, 2026 @ 3:44pm

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The New York Islanders’ fall from grace, which led to Patrick Roy’s firing, was a tough look for the franchise. The team had some injury concerns, and their underlying numbers weren’t great, but despite all that, Mathieu Darche made some bold moves at the trade deadline to build the team up for the playoffs. The […] The post Rick DiPietro questions Patrick Roy’s effort in final games as Islanders coach appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Did Colts GM Chris Ballard force Andrew Luck to retire? QB clears air after explosive allegation

Apr 6, 2026 @ 3:42pm

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The Indianapolis Colts recently made a major investment at quarterback, although they traded one of his weapons. But were there shenanigans in the past? Did GM Chris Ballard force Andrew Luck to retire in 2019? The former QB cleared the air after the explosive allegation, according to fox59.com. “Chris and I had a wonderful partnership, especially […] The post Did Colts GM Chris Ballard force Andrew Luck to retire? QB clears air after explosive allegation appeared first on ClutchPoints.

What I’m hearing about Billy Donovan’s Bulls future after front-office housecleaning, UNC’s Michael Malone hiring

Apr 6, 2026 @ 3:42pm

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Chicago Bulls head coach Billy Donovan became one of the focal points of the UNC Tar Heels men’s basketball head coaching vacancy in recent weeks after the program was turned down by a number of high-level collegiate coaches, including Arizona’s Tommy Lloyd. The Tar Heels had also reached out to Boston Celtics executive Brad Stevens, […] The post What I’m hearing about Billy Donovan’s Bulls future after front-office housecleaning, UNC’s Michael Malone hiring appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Giants sign 65-game offensive line starter

Apr 6, 2026 @ 3:41pm

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Head coach John Harbaugh is still carefully building out his first roster with the New York Giants. Now, he has added some extra offensive line depth into the mix. The Giants have signed guard/center Lucas Patrick to a one-year contract, via Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network. The financial terms of his new deal are […] The post Giants sign 65-game offensive line starter appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Wild but brilliant move Chiefs must make in 2026 NFL Draft

Apr 6, 2026 @ 3:32pm

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Well, Travis Kelce is back, at least for now, but that hasn’t stopped mock-draft discussions from linking Kansas City with Oregon tight end Kenyon Sadiq as a potential successor. At the same time, the cornerback room has added a new face in Kaiir Elam after a wave of offseason changes. Both storylines are interesting: one […] The post Wild but brilliant move Chiefs must make in 2026 NFL Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Matthew Schaefer makes bonkers NHL history with historic rookie season

Apr 6, 2026 @ 3:30pm

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Matthew Schaefer’s rookie season with the New York Islanders may have been one of the best in recent NHL history. Sometimes it’s easier for a forward to enter the league and contribute in his first season, but it’s rare for a defenseman to fit as seamlessly as Schaefer has. In his case, doing it as […] The post Matthew Schaefer makes bonkers NHL history with historic rookie season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Timberwolves rumors: Anthony Edwards’ knee injury similar to Stephen Curry’s, with a catch

Apr 6, 2026 @ 3:27pm

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The Minnesota Timberwolves have advanced to the Western Conference Finals in each of the previous two campaigns, but they are unlikely to reach that stage for a third straight time if Anthony Edwards is unhealthy. The superstar guard is nursing a lingering knee injury that is leaving him in a state of uncertainty for the […] The post Timberwolves rumors: Anthony Edwards’ knee injury similar to Stephen Curry’s, with a catch appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Pistons’ Isaiah Stewart upgraded alongside Cade Cunningham for first time since injuries

Apr 6, 2026 @ 3:21pm

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The Detroit Pistons have done an impressive job of holding down the fort in the absence of star Cade Cunningham, most recently picking up a win on the road against the Philadelphia 76ers on Saturday evening. The Pistons have also been without big man Isaiah Stewart for an extended time as he recovers from calf […] The post Pistons’ Isaiah Stewart upgraded alongside Cade Cunningham for first time since injuries appeared first on ClutchPoints.

ClutchPoints 2026 MLB Power Rankings, Vol. 6: Red Sox in freefall

Apr 6, 2026 @ 3:19pm

The 2026 baseball season is well underway, and a new edition of the MLB Power Rankings is not kind to the Boston Red Sox. They have just two wins in their first nine games, tumbling down the board early. The Los Angeles Dodgers remain on top of the league, even after their first series loss. […] The post ClutchPoints 2026 MLB Power Rankings, Vol. 6: Red Sox in freefall appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Will Riley earns ‘unique’ label from Brian Keefe after making Wizards history

Apr 6, 2026 @ 3:15pm

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Washington Wizards rookie Will Riley accomplished a feat on Sunday that the team hadn’t seen in over three decades. After scoring 31 points on 12-of-17 shooting during Saturday’s loss to the Miami Heat, Riley scored 30 points on 9-of-16 shooting during a 121-115 loss to the Brooklyn Nets. The 6-foot-9 forward is the first Wizards […] The post Will Riley earns ‘unique’ label from Brian Keefe after making Wizards history appeared first on ClutchPoints.

2026 NBA Playoffs: Standings, tiebreakers entering final week of regular season

Apr 6, 2026 @ 3:09pm

The NBA regular season is coming to a close, as teams will partake in the final week of the 82-game schedule before the NBA play-in tournament and NBA playoffs begin. In both the Eastern Conference and the Western Conference, 10 teams have already clinched at least a play-in berth, while five teams in each conference […] The post 2026 NBA Playoffs: Standings, tiebreakers entering final week of regular season appeared first on ClutchPoints.