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Marlins’ Sandy Alcantara hits franchise low in brutal performance vs. Blue Jays

Miami Marlins pitcher Sandy Alcantara did not have a great start against the Toronto Blue Jays on Tuesday at Rogers Centre in Toronto. Check that. Alcantara had a horrible evening versus the reigning American League champions. In 5.2 innings of work on the mound, the 30-year-old right-hander was hammered by Toronto for eight earned runs […] The post Marlins’ Sandy Alcantara hits franchise low in brutal performance vs. Blue Jays appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Watch Thunder’s Jaylin Williams stare down Victor Wembanyama after Game 5 3-pointer

Things are becoming chippier and more personal between the San Antonio Spurs and Oklahoma City Thunder the deeper the 2026 Western Conference Finals has gone. In Games 3 and 4, with the Thunder visiting the Spurs in Frost Bank Center, Spurs fans were up in arms every time Shai Gilgeous-Alexander made his customary trip to […] The post Watch Thunder’s Jaylin Williams stare down Victor Wembanyama after Game 5 3-pointer appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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De’Von Achane reveals Dolphins’ firm trade stance before contract extension

The Miami Dolphins committed to running back De’Von Achane with a lucrative $68 million contract extension. But before the new deal was signed, Achane’s name was swirling in trade rumors. The Dolphins weren’t the ones creating that buzz though. Miami never wavered in their desire to build their offense around Achane, rather than trade him […] The post De’Von Achane reveals Dolphins’ firm trade stance before contract extension appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Ja Morant trade is a risk Bulls new front office must not take

Any new experiment needs time and investment to flourish. That is where the Chicago Bulls are. They are undergoing a much-needed transformation from years past with a radical new top-down approach. An approach rooted in actually wanting to build a sustainable team for the long haul, as opposed to just getting by. It began with […] The post Why Ja Morant trade is a risk Bulls new front office must not take appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Brittney Griner gets injury status update for Fire clash

The Connecticut Sun currently hold the worst record during the early goings of the regular season at 1-7. But they’ve been missing a key piece for most of the year thus far. The Sun have been without Brittney Griner for five of the team’s first eight games as she’s been battling a rib injury. As […] The post Brittney Griner gets injury status update for Fire clash appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mets’ pitcher David Peterson gets ruthlessly booed amid brutal start vs. Reds

The New York Mets’ difficult 2026 season reached another frustrating point Tuesday night, as Citi Field fans booed starting pitcher David Peterson off the mound during a loss to the Cincinnati Reds. The left-hander labored through much of his outing, and New York’s latest defeat deepened the frustration around a club sitting at the bottom […] The post Mets’ pitcher David Peterson gets ruthlessly booed amid brutal start vs. Reds appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mark Stone’s opening Game 4 goal has fans dreaming of sweep

The Vegas Golden Knights have the chance to sweep the Colorado Avalanche in the Western Conference Finals. However, they need to win Tuesday night’s Game 4 if they want that to come to pass. It’s been a close first period of play, but Mark Stone finally came through for the eager Vegas fans in attendance. […] The post Mark Stone’s opening Game 4 goal has fans dreaming of sweep appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Thunder’s Alex Caruso suffers scary ankle roll during Game 5 vs. Spurs

The Oklahoma City Thunder have been dealing with injuries in their series against the San Antonio Spurs. They came into both Game 4 and 5 without two of their key starters, Jalen Williams and Ajay Mitchell. Now, one of their key bench pieces might have suffered an injury: Alex Caruso. Caruso seemingly rolled his ankle […] The post Thunder’s Alex Caruso suffers scary ankle roll during Game 5 vs. Spurs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Brewers’ Jacob Misiorowski admits jeans no longer fit after offseason work

Fans understandably marvel at Jacob Misiorowski’s arm, but one must not forget about the legs. The Milwaukee Brewers sensation pushed the radar gun to its limits and consistently bewildered St. Louis Cardinals hitters on Memorial Day, throwing a mystifying 57 pitches at 100 mph or more during what was a masterful seven-inning performance. Elite velocity […] The post Brewers’ Jacob Misiorowski admits jeans no longer fit after offseason work appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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OKC fans hit Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama with typical SGA insult at free throw line

The San Antonio Spurs and Oklahoma City Thunder are locked in a Game 5 battle with the series tied at 2. Throughout their two-year run, the Thunder and star guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander have been accused of flopping by everyone. So when Spurs star Victor Wembanyama went to the foul line, the Thunder fans took their […] The post OKC fans hit Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama with typical SGA insult at free throw line appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Celtics HC Joe Mazzulla’s humility shines with classy Coach of the Year claim

On Tuesday night, prior to Game 5 of the the Oklahoma City Thunder and San Antonio Spurs’ heated Western Conference Finals clash, the NBA announced that it was Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla who won the 2026 NBA Coach of the Year award. Mazzulla steered the Celtics to a 56-win season despite facing significant […] The post Celtics HC Joe Mazzulla’s humility shines with classy Coach of the Year claim appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Brewers’ Jacob Misiorowski says he felt like ‘s**t’ before historic game vs. Yankees

Milwaukee Brewers ace Jacob Misiorowski has put together plenty of eye-popping performances during the 2026 season. But on May 8 against the New York Yankees, the right-hander really put on a show. In a 6-0 victory, Misiorowski threw the seven fastest pitches that have been recorded in the pitch-tracking era. What now makes his feat […] The post Brewers’ Jacob Misiorowski says he felt like ‘s**t’ before historic game vs. Yankees appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Spiderman hilariously ruins J.K. Simmons trip to Mets’ Citi Field

The New York Mets are facing the Cincinnati Reds in the second game of three at Citi Field on Tuesday night. While celebrity row has been the focus at the New York Knicks games recently, there was an Oscar winner in Queens on Tuesday. JK Simmons caught the Mets game, but Spiderman had some other […] The post Spiderman hilariously ruins J.K. Simmons trip to Mets’ Citi Field appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Justin Herbert’s untimely FaceTime interrupts Madison Beer’s Q&A

Justin Herbert and Madison Beer continue giving fans glimpses into their relationship, and their latest moment arrived in the middle of Beer’s Amsterdam soundcheck. Beer recently held a Q&A session before a tour stop when Herbert unexpectedly FaceTimed her, drawing loud reactions from the crowd, Yahoo reports. Fans immediately erupted once Beer answered the call […] The post Justin Herbert’s untimely FaceTime interrupts Madison Beer’s Q&A appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Drake’s National Treasure hits Billboard no. 6 with Toronto bars

Drake’s latest album Iceman continues making noise across music and sports culture after National Treasure debuted at No. 6 on the Billboard Hot 100, per Billboard. The track quickly became one of the album’s most talked-about songs because of its Toronto basketball references and lyrics aimed at former DeMar DeRozan. According to Billboard, “National Treasure” […] The post Drake’s National Treasure hits Billboard no. 6 with Toronto bars appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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What really excites Eagles’ Vic Fangio about Jonathan Greenard addition

With NFL free agency, the NFL Draft, and rookie minicamp officially in the books, Philadelphia Eagles fans have begun to count down the days until they can see the 2026 iteration of their team take the field for meaningful snaps. With a chance to address the media for the first time since the draft, reporters […] The post What really excites Eagles’ Vic Fangio about Jonathan Greenard addition appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Sparks star Kelsey Plum gets initial timeline for troubling injury

The Los Angeles Sparks had their 2025 season severely impacted by injuries, and now they are dealing with something similar in 2026. Star guard Kelsey Plum picked up an ankle injury in practice on Tuesday that will keep her out for the next few games and maybe more, via ESPN’s Alexa Philippou. “Breaking: Four-time WNBA […] The post Sparks star Kelsey Plum gets initial timeline for troubling injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Brewers’ Brandon Woodruff opted to push back return amid injury

Back on the 30th of April, the Milwaukee Brewers suffered a huge loss when starting pitcher Brandon Woodruff, one of the most reliable arms on the team, suffered a shoulder injury that manifested in the form of a drop in pitch velocity. Woodruff headed to the 60-day injured list as a result, but for a […] The post Why Brewers’ Brandon Woodruff opted to push back return amid injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Fake nuns show up at huge Spurs-Thunder WCF Game 5

The stakes are extremely high in the NBA Western Conference Finals. On Tuesday, the San Antonio Spurs and Oklahoma City Thunder squared off in Game 5 with the series tied at two. As a result, fans will go to extravagant lengths to ensure their team wins. That was the case for a pair of “nuns” […] The post Fake nuns show up at huge Spurs-Thunder WCF Game 5 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Diamondbacks’ Corbin Carroll drops extremely honest Nolan Arenado admission

The Arizona Diamondbacks acquired third baseman Nolan Arenado from the St. Louis Cardinals this past offseason. While Arenado may not be the same superstar-caliber player he once was, the infielder is more than capable of still making an impact. Arenado’s work ethic has especially impressed Diamondbacks star outfielder Corbin Carroll. “The preparation piece is super […] The post Diamondbacks’ Corbin Carroll drops extremely honest Nolan Arenado admission appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Spurs HC Mitch Johnson speaks up on Stephon Castle All-Defensive Team snub

While Stephon Castle has stepped up his game for the San Antonio Spurs as a two-way player, he was not named to any of the league’s All-Defensive teams for his efforts this season. Hours before the tip-off for Game 5 against the Oklahoma City Thunder, head coach Mitch Johnson opened up about Castle’s abilities on […] The post Spurs HC Mitch Johnson speaks up on Stephon Castle All-Defensive Team snub appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cubs’ Craig Counsell announces Matthew Boyd’s next step towards injury return

The Chicago Cubs are riding a nine-game losing streak, and injuries have been a significant reason why. Edward Cabrera got off to a great start to his Chicago career, but is currently on the shelf with a blister. Plus, the Cubs have been without Matthew Boyd since early May with a meniscus injury. Craig Counsell […] The post Cubs’ Craig Counsell announces Matthew Boyd’s next step towards injury return appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Key Rays pitcher leaves Orioles clash after scary 107 MPH comebacker

As the Tampa Bay Rays faced the Baltimore Orioles on Tuesday, they were relying on starting Griffin Jax to lead them to victory. However, his outing ended early after a scary hit by pitch. Jax was nailed on the back by a 107.2 MPH comebacker off the bat of Leody Taveras. While he managed to […] The post Key Rays pitcher leaves Orioles clash after scary 107 MPH comebacker appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Celtics HC Joe Mazzulla shares heartfelt statement after 2025-26 COTY win

It’s easy to forget after this year’s playoffs, but the Boston Celtics were not even supposed to be in this position. After losing Jayson Tatum to an Achilles tear in 2025, many expected the team to struggle the next year. Instead, Boston succeeded despite the absence of their best player. Their success this season was […] The post Celtics HC Joe Mazzulla shares heartfelt statement after 2025-26 COTY win appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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