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Women’s March Madness Tournament falls just short of viewership history

The first two rounds of the women’s NCAA Tournament have left fans entertained, and the standout matchups have racked up the numbers to prove it. The second round of March Madness has become the second-most watched in the history of the women’s tournament, averaging around one million viewers, according to ESPN. The @MarchMadnessWBB 2nd Round […] The post Women’s March Madness Tournament falls just short of viewership history appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Commanders sign ex-Rams cornerback with Adam Peters connections

The Washington Commanders have made several moves throughout the offseason to improve their team as they look to get last year’s bad taste out of their mouth. They’ve recently made an addition to their secondary, agreeing to a contract with veteran cornerback Ahkello Witherspoon, according to NFL Network’s Mike Garafolo. “The Commanders are signing veteran […] The post Commanders sign ex-Rams cornerback with Adam Peters connections appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Michigan St basketball HC Tom Izzo dishes on ‘broken’ NIL system ahead of Sweet 16

Michigan State basketball head coach Tom Izzo is one of the last college basketball coaches still around from a generation that included legends like Jay Wright, Roy Williams, and Mike Krzyzewski. Izzo and Rick Pitino are the last of that generation, and Izzo said that, despite his issues with the current system, he is not […] The post Michigan St basketball HC Tom Izzo dishes on ‘broken’ NIL system ahead of Sweet 16 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Tennessee’s Rick Barnes cracks jokes about UNC interest

Tennessee basketball finds itself two victories shy of the program’s first Final Four trip. Rick Barnes has done wonders with the Volunteers over the past 11 seasons. To the point, he could be a contender for the North Carolina opening. Barnes himself addressed the UNC rumors Thursday by cracking a joke shared via Nicole Auerbach […] The post Tennessee’s Rick Barnes cracks jokes about UNC interest appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mets’ Freddy Peralta pulls off 1st ever successful ABS challenge on Opening Day

On Thursday afternoon, the New York Mets hit the field for the first time in the 2026 MLB regular season at home to begin their series against the Pittsburgh Pirates. The Mets quickly fell behind 2-0, but regained their form in the bottom of the first inning, scoring five runs and sending Pirates star Paul […] The post Mets’ Freddy Peralta pulls off 1st ever successful ABS challenge on Opening Day appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Brewers’ Jacob Misiorowski sets Milwaukee Opening Day record vs White Sox

A successful 2025 campaign that ultimately ended up short in the NL Championship Series (NLCS) has led the Milwaukee Brewers to renewed hope in 2026. The trade of staff ace Freddy Peralta to the New York Mets was due to the emergence of a host of young starting pitchers. Leading that change is Jacob Misiorowski, […] The post Brewers’ Jacob Misiorowski sets Milwaukee Opening Day record vs White Sox appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cubs outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong pays off $115 million investment with Opening Day RBI

The Chicago Cubs opened their 2026 season vs. the Washington Nationals with immediate returns on their recent investment in Pete Crow-Armstrong. His impact was felt early, as Opening Day production quickly followed at Wrigley Field, setting an encouraging tone for Chicago’s offense. The Cubs slugger wasted no time validating his extension. The center fielder recently […] The post Cubs outfielder Pete Crow-Armstrong pays off $115 million investment with Opening Day RBI appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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‘Hamilton’ star gets backlash for National Anthem performance on Mets opening day

Hamilton actor Christopher Jackson is making headlines for messing up the lyrics in the National Anthem ahead of the New York Mets opening day. The Mets are facing off against the Pittsburgh Pirates today, March 26, and before either team reached the diamond, Jackson began the game with the “Star Spangled Banner.” To many fans’ […] The post ‘Hamilton’ star gets backlash for National Anthem performance on Mets opening day appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Luka Doncic’s NBA-soccer player comps spark fan debate

Luka Doncic sparked a cross-sport debate after pairing global soccer icons with NBA legends, offering a perspective that blends style, dominance, and legacy, Yahoo reports. With attention building toward the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Doncic leaned into the moment by connecting two worlds that rarely intersect this directly. His list quickly made the rounds, and […] The post Luka Doncic’s NBA-soccer player comps spark fan debate appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Orioles’ Pete Alonso gets rousing ovation ahead of 1st at-bat

The Baltimore Orioles are coming into this season with high expectations, and it’s no surprise after seeing some of the pieces they acquired during the offseason. Pete Alonso was one of those acquisitions, and during Opening Day against the Minnesota Twins, the first baseman received an ovation ahead of his first at-bat for the team. […] The post Orioles’ Pete Alonso gets rousing ovation ahead of 1st at-bat appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mets rookie Carson Benge’s first MLB hit is Opening Day home run

The New York Mets began their 2026 MLB season with a bang on Opening Day. Despite facing one of the best pitchers in all of baseball, Paul Skenes, New York’s offense has been teeing off. The Mets chased Skenes after recording just two outs. Early on, the Mets’ stars were doing the damage, putting up […] The post Mets rookie Carson Benge’s first MLB hit is Opening Day home run appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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2 Bobby Witt Jr. bold predictions for 2026 season

Bobby Witt Jr. is already one of the most exciting players in the majors, but the 2026 season could be the one that makes him a permanent part of the all-time great conversation. The Kansas City Royals’ star shortstop is under contract until 2037, so his only goal this year is to win. The Royals […] The post 2 Bobby Witt Jr. bold predictions for 2026 season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Avalanche’s dream seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NHL Playoffs

There aren’t many surprises when it comes to the path that the Colorado Avalanche are going to take in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. It would take a monumental collapse to relinquish the President’s Trophy, which gives them home ice throughout the playoffs. Their opponent in the first round is more up in the air, but […] The post Avalanche’s dream seeding, matchup scenarios for 2026 NHL Playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mets OF Mike Tauchman gets injury update amid Opening Day

New York Mets outfielder Mike Tauchman suffered an unfortunate lower-body injury late in spring training. He was forced to undergo surgery to repair a meniscus tear in his left knee on Thursday. Shortly after surgery, Tauchman was given an official update. Reports indicate that the 35-year-old veteran is only due to miss six weeks before […] The post Mets OF Mike Tauchman gets injury update amid Opening Day appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Brewers’ William Contreras already in mid-season form with 3-RBI double

The Milwaukee Brewers are entering the 2026 season looking to defend their NL Central crown. Catcher William Contreras clearly got the memo. Knotted up at one in the bottom of the second inning, Contreras hit a three-run double down the left field line. It punctuated a four-run second inning from the Brewers that ultimately took […] The post Brewers’ William Contreras already in mid-season form with 3-RBI double appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Buccaneers’ 7-round 2026 NFL Draft according to PFF mock draft simulator after NFL Free Agency

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers made a few smaller moves around the edges in NFL free agency, but to get significantly better, they will have to improve through the 2026 NFL Draft. Who will the team bring in to stiffen the defense and supercharge the offense? We asked the PFF 2026 NFL Mock Draft simulator what […] The post Buccaneers’ 7-round 2026 NFL Draft according to PFF mock draft simulator after NFL Free Agency appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Pat McAfee crashes out after Pirates’ Paul Skenes gets pulled on Opening Day

The biggest story of this early Opening Day was that Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Paul Skenes was run out of the game against the New York Mets in the very first inning. Skenes is one of the best pitchers in the sport, but was unable to pitch one inning as his control was off, and […] The post Pat McAfee crashes out after Pirates’ Paul Skenes gets pulled on Opening Day appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Ty Simpson fever reaches Cardinals in recent NFL.com mock draft

Ty Simpson has become one of the most-talked-about prospects entering the 2026 NFL Draft. With statements from analyst Dan Orlovsky claiming the former Alabama Crimson Tide star is the best quarterback in the rookie class, it appears another analyst at NFL.com is believing the hype. In Charles Davis’ latest mock draft on NFL.com, Simpson is […] The post Ty Simpson fever reaches Cardinals in recent NFL.com mock draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Rory McIlroy tells wild Bryson DeChambeau story in upcoming Masters documentary

Last year, Rory McIlroy captured his first Masters green jacket. The Irishman completed the career Grand Slam with a birdie of the first playoff hole over Englishman Justin Rose. Now, a couple of weeks ahead of the 2026 edition of the tournament, a documentary about McIlroy’s first green jacket is set to be released. Golf.com […] The post Rory McIlroy tells wild Bryson DeChambeau story in upcoming Masters documentary appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Juan Soto gets 1st RBI of season as Mets pull away from Pirates

It has been an ugly Opening Day for the Pittsburgh Pirates against the New York Mets. They jumped out to an early 2-0 lead, but a five-run inning from New York in the bottom of the first chased Paul Skenes from the mound after just two outs. Juan Soto was a factor in that unbelievable […] The post Juan Soto gets 1st RBI of season as Mets pull away from Pirates appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Jets, 2 other NFL teams have dinner with Ohio St star Arvell Reese

With the NFL Draft slowly approaching, teams have begun to key in on some of the prospects that they believe they may select when they’re on the clock. Ohio State star Arvell Reese is projected to be a top pick in the draft, and teams in that range have already started to reach out to […] The post Jets, 2 other NFL teams have dinner with Ohio St star Arvell Reese appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Arizona basketball AD addresses Tommy Lloyd’s future amid UNC rumors

With the Arizona basketball team competing in the Sweet Sixteen against the Arkansas Razorbacks on Thursday night, head coach Tommy Lloyd has been involved in rumors linking him to the North Carolina Tar Heels’ opening. As the Arizona basketball coach has been mentioned for the UNC job, after the school dismissed Hubert Davis, the Wildcats’ […] The post Arizona basketball AD addresses Tommy Lloyd’s future amid UNC rumors appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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UConn HC Dan Hurley backs St. John’s resume after seeding controversy

The Sweet 16 is upon us, as March Madness is in full swing. Several of the blue bloods in college basketball remain, looking for a chance at a coveted National Championship. Among them are the two best teams from the Big East conference, UConn and St. John’s. On Thursday, UConn head coach Dan Hurley joined […] The post UConn HC Dan Hurley backs St. John’s resume after seeding controversy appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Thunder’s Mark Daigneault points finger at defense after Celtics loss

BOSTON — After a 119-109 loss on the road, which snapped a 12-game winning streak, Oklahoma City Thunder coach Mark Daigneault gave the Boston Celtics all the credit for outplaying the defending champions on the road. Daigneault also addressed the Thunder’s second-half struggles against the Celtics, which helped keep the Thunder at bay in the […] The post Thunder’s Mark Daigneault points finger at defense after Celtics loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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