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Twins’ Joe Ryan drops glove after monstrous Munetaka Murakami home run

Chicago White Sox first baseman Munetaka Murakami can’t stop hitting bombs, and his latest victim was Minnesota Twins pitcher Joe Ryan. In the eighth inning of Tuesday night’s game between the Twins and the White Sox at Rate Field in Chicago, Murakami took Ryan deep for a clutch two-run blast to tie the score at […] The post Twins’ Joe Ryan drops glove after monstrous Munetaka Murakami home run appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Spurs’ Mitch Johnson loses his mind after Thunder get beneficial out of bounds call

The San Antonio Spurs are trying to steal another win in enemy territory against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Tuesday night, with each team looking to take a pivotal 3-2 series lead in the Western Conference Finalsa. Every call counts for both teams, so it was understandable that San Antonio head coach Mitch Johnson had […] The post Spurs’ Mitch Johnson loses his mind after Thunder get beneficial out of bounds call appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Red Sox’s Fenway Park woes reaching 1932 levels of pathetic

The Boston Red Sox aimed to build off of their surprisingly good 2025 season in which they won 89 games and made it to the postseason. However, 2026 has not gone according to plan for the Red Sox. They are currently sitting in dead last in the AL East standings with a 22-31 record, with […] The post Red Sox’s Fenway Park woes reaching 1932 levels of pathetic appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Yankees offense makes insane franchise history in drubbing of Royals

When it comes to baseball history, the New York Yankees wrote the book. They won 27 World Series titles, the most of any MLB franchise, and produced the best of the best. However, there was one bit of history that hadn’t been made until Tuesday. In their 15-1 win over the Kansas City Royals, the […] The post Yankees offense makes insane franchise history in drubbing of Royals appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Emmitt Smith applauds Cowboys’ ‘quiet’ offseason after years of drama

Over the years, the Dallas Cowboys have become synonymous with drama and constant headlines during the offseason. Whether it was the Dak Prescott contract situation, the Micah Parsons trade drama, or other things, Jerry Jones and his team are always on the front pages during the offseason. In 2026, that hasn’t really been the case. […] The post Emmitt Smith applauds Cowboys’ ‘quiet’ offseason after years of drama appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Avalanche’s Martin Necas suffers injury scare in Game 4 after Tomas Hertl hit

The Colorado Avalanche are fighting for their lives in Game 4. The Avalanche are trailing on the scoreboard and need something to break their way if they want to continue playing. Things nearly got even worse when Martin Necas appeared to suffer a scary injury. Necas was chasing a loose puck in the offensive zone […] The post Avalanche’s Martin Necas suffers injury scare in Game 4 after Tomas Hertl hit appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Billy Goat curse may be back as Cubs’ losing streak hits 10

Back on the 15th of May, the Chicago Cubs were sitting pretty atop the NL Central standings. They moved to 29-16 on the season after scoring a 10-5 win over their archrival, the Chicago White Sox. However, things can change rather quickly in MLB. There are games to be played every single day, and everything […] The post Billy Goat curse may be back as Cubs’ losing streak hits 10 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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How Mike Macdonald is spinning ‘run it back’ ahead of Seahawks’ Super Bowl defense

While the Seattle Seahawks won the Super Bowl just a few months ago, you’d never know it from the verbiage Mike Macdonald has chosen to use in the months since. Are the Seahawks fighting to run it back? Are they looking to defend their title against at least 14 other teams over the next eight […] The post How Mike Macdonald is spinning ‘run it back’ ahead of Seahawks’ Super Bowl defense appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Watch Kyler Murray make his Vikings debut at OTAs

As the Minnesota Vikings go through their offseason, the biggest storyline surrounding the franchise will be their lingering quarterback battle. On Tuesday, fans got to see one of the two competitors make their Vikings debut. Minnesota has begun their Organized Team Activities. The offseason program is giving the franchise, and their supporters, their first opportunity […] The post Watch Kyler Murray make his Vikings debut at OTAs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Is Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani fatigue impacting his pitching perception?

Los Angeles Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani has created an unusual baseball conversation. The Dodgers keep stacking wins, and Ohtani pitching has become central to the NL Cy Young race. Yet the national focus has shifted toward Ohtani fatigue, workload management, and his inconsistent offensive stretch. That split has made the Dodgers news cycle harder to […] The post Is Dodgers superstar Shohei Ohtani fatigue impacting his pitching perception? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander sets playoff high-water mark in Game 5 vs. Spurs

Oklahoma City Thunder centerpiece Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has not donned the cape much during the 2026 Western Conference Finals, as the San Antonio Spurs continue to make a concentrated effort to wear down the two-time regular season MVP. A superhero can still prevail when they are not at their best, though. When the arsenal is running […] The post Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander sets playoff high-water mark in Game 5 vs. Spurs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Ron Darling smashes coaching for mental mistakes amid brutal Mets season

There is plenty of time left in the MLB regular season, as there is around two-thirds of the 162-game grind left. But for the New York Mets, hope is evaporating rather quickly, especially among diehard fans and those in close proximity to the team. One of them is Ron Darling, a former All-Star pitcher for […] The post Ron Darling smashes coaching for mental mistakes amid brutal Mets season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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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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