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Hurricanes’ Seth Jarvis drops ‘snakebitten’ truth bomb amid quiet postseason

The Carolina Hurricanes have been absolutely dominant in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs, playing eight games and winning all of them en route to a second consecutive trip to the Eastern Conference Final. But the top line of Seth Jarvis, Sebastian Aho and Andrei Svechnikov has been quiet, combining for just 11 points in those […] The post Hurricanes’ Seth Jarvis drops ‘snakebitten’ truth bomb amid quiet postseason appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Pat McAfee Show takes Boston-Pittsburgh Zoo Gorilla trade a little too seriously

Anyone who pays attention to Pat McAfee knows that anything and everything goes. Essentially, he weighs in on a wide range of topics at the intersection of sports, entertainment, politics, etc., on The Pat McAfee Show on ESPN. Sometimes sound, sometimes mundane, sometimes bizarre. The latter of which applies to his fixation on a current […] The post Pat McAfee Show takes Boston-Pittsburgh Zoo Gorilla trade a little too seriously appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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How vital Mercury’s undrafted rookie has earned rave reviews from Alyssa Thomas, Nate Tibbetts

PHOENIX– When people think of historical marks within the Phoenix Mercury, they often resort to Alyssa Thomas or even head coach Nate Tibbetts. However, there’s one undrafted rookie that has been the talk of the town: Jovana Nogić. After being a training camp invite, she quickly stood out as an elite shooter and became another […] The post How vital Mercury’s undrafted rookie has earned rave reviews from Alyssa Thomas, Nate Tibbetts appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Sabres’ Lindy Ruff gets brutally honest on ‘pressure’ ahead of do-or-die Game 6

The Buffalo Sabres are in a place they haven’t been in 15 years — facing an elimination contest in the Stanley Cup Playoffs. After returning to the dance in 2025-26, and beating the Boston Bruins in six games in Round 1, the Sabres are down to their last loss against the Montreal Canadiens. The Habs […] The post Sabres’ Lindy Ruff gets brutally honest on ‘pressure’ ahead of do-or-die Game 6 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Diamondbacks’ Merrill Kelly joins exclusive old man history after masterclass vs. Rockies

The Arizona Diamondbacks finally received the kind of statement win they desperately needed. Under the thin Denver air, Merrill Kelly continued his strong return this season by delivering a historic complete game as the Arizona Diamondbacks crushed the Colorado Rockies 9-1 at Coors Field. Diamondbacks fans have waited years to witness a historic moment like […] The post Diamondbacks’ Merrill Kelly joins exclusive old man history after masterclass vs. Rockies appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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The NFL team with the toughest schedule in 2026-27

The NFL’s toughest schedule quickly became one of the league’s biggest storylines following the 2026 schedule release, with the Chicago Bears drawing major attention. Chicago’s 2026 opponents combined for a .550 winning percentage last season, giving the Bears the NFL’s most difficult projected schedule as expectations continue rising around the franchise. The Bears enter the […] The post The NFL team with the toughest schedule in 2026-27 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Blue Jays’ Jose Berrios to undergo surgery, return this season uncertain

It was recently reported that Toronto Blue Jays starting pitcher Jose Berrios may need elbow surgery. On Saturday, Hazel Mae reported that Berrios will need surgery. However, it remains to be seen if he will pitch again this season. “Jose Berrios to have surgery Wednesday performed by Dr. Meister,” Mae reported. “Repair existing injury (stress […] The post Blue Jays’ Jose Berrios to undergo surgery, return this season uncertain appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Orioles sign veteran journeyman to minor-league contract

After electing for free agency in April, veteran player Tommy Pham has now signed with the Baltimore Orioles. On Saturday, Pham officially agreed to a minor-league contract with the Orioles, per Jon Heyman of the New York Post. He will report to the Triple-A Norfolk Tides. Pham will report to the team’s spring training complex […] The post Orioles sign veteran journeyman to minor-league contract appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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The injury that kept Wild star Joel Eriksson Ek out of Avalanche series

Minnesota Wild veterans Joel Eriksson Ek and defenseman Jonas Brodin disclosed on Friday that foot fractures kept them out of the team’s second-round playoff defeat against the Colorado Avalanche, which ended with a 4-3 overtime loss in Denver on Wednesday. Eriksson Ek revealed during Minnesota’s season-ending media availability that he suffered a broken heel bone […] The post The injury that kept Wild star Joel Eriksson Ek out of Avalanche series appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards shuts down question about ‘catching up’ in Western Conference

The Minnesota Timberwolves saw their season come to an end Friday night after a 139-109 Game 6 loss to the San Antonio Spurs in the Western Conference Semifinals, and Anthony Edwards quickly dismissed a postgame question regarding whether Minnesota needs to “catch up” in the Western Conference. After the loss, Edwards was asked how much […] The post Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards shuts down question about ‘catching up’ in Western Conference appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Udonis Haslem reacts to Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards dapping up Spurs bench mid-game

The Udonis Haslem strongly criticized Anthony Edwards after the Minnesota Timberwolves star was seen dapping up members of the San Antonio Spurs bench during Minnesota’s 139-109 Game 6 loss Friday night in the Western Conference Semifinals. Speaking during Prime Video’s postgame coverage, Haslem questioned the Timberwolves’ mentality and leadership habits following the lopsided defeat. “You […] The post Udonis Haslem reacts to Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards dapping up Spurs bench mid-game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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What Yankees’ Cam Schlittler said after 9-strikeout performance vs. Mets

The New York Yankees defeated the New York Mets by a final score of 5-2 on Friday night. Cam Schlittler led the way on the mound by striking out nine hitters and allowing only one run across 6.2 innings of work. Schlittler addressed his performance against the Mets after the contest, via Bryan Hoch of […] The post What Yankees’ Cam Schlittler said after 9-strikeout performance vs. Mets appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama drops Thunder scouting report ahead of West Final

The San Antonio Spurs are heading into the Western Conference Finals with confidence, but Victor Wembanyama knows the Oklahoma City Thunder present a completely different challenge in the NBA Playoffs. After eliminating the Timberwolves in six games, the Spurs now face a Thunder squad that has not lost a single postseason game. The Thunder swept […] The post Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama drops Thunder scouting report ahead of West Final appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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3 Cavs players most to blame for Game 6 loss to Pistons

The Cleveland Cavaliers entered Friday night’s Game 6 with an opportunity to reach the Eastern Conference Finals for the first time since 2018. Instead, they suffered a disastrous 115-94 loss that forced a decisive Game 7 vs. the Detroit Pistons on the road Sunday evening. The loss exposed serious problems throughout the Cavaliers’ roster, particularly […] The post 3 Cavs players most to blame for Game 6 loss to Pistons appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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NBA announces MVP finalists, award announcement

The NBA officially announced the finalists for the 2025-26 Kia NBA Most Valuable Player Award on Saturday, with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Nikola Jokic and Victor Wembanyama earning the league’s top individual honor nominations. The announcement was made through the NBA’s official PR account on X, formerly known as Twitter, which also confirmed the winner will be […] The post NBA announces MVP finalists, award announcement appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Chris Finch shouldn’t be fired after coming up short to Spurs in the playoffs

Minnesota Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch should not be fired. The frustration after another playoff exit is understandable, especially after the Timberwolves collapsed late in the NBA Playoffs series against the San Antonio Spurs. Fans expected a deeper run. Instead, Minnesota was blown out in the final two games and watched San Antonio close the […] The post Why Chris Finch shouldn’t be fired after coming up short to Spurs in the playoffs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Bears’ scariest pitfall to overcome on 2026 NFL schedule

The Chicago Bears took a huge step up last season, winning the NFC North and fulfilling the hopes of their long-suffering fans who had grown used to losing seasons and serving as cannon fodder for their rivals in the NFC North. The combination of head coach Ben Johnson and quarterback Caleb Williams proved to be […] The post Bears’ scariest pitfall to overcome on 2026 NFL schedule appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Chiefs’ scariest pitfall to overcome on 2026 NFL schedule

The Kansas City Chiefs still possess Patrick Mahomes, Andy Reid, and a roster engineered specifically for championship football. That alone guarantees the Chiefs will enter every season as legitimate Super Bowl contenders. Now, even teams like the Chiefs can be undone by exhaustion, complacency, and the cumulative pressure of being everybody’s measuring stick. That is […] The post Chiefs’ scariest pitfall to overcome on 2026 NFL schedule appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Angels sign veteran catcher to minor league deal

The Los Angeles Angels added catching depth on Friday by signing veteran backstop Austin Wynns to a minor league contract after he became a free agent earlier this week, according to MLBTR. The 35-year-old opened the 2026 season with the Athletics before being designated for assignment on May 7 following Shea Langeliers’ return from the […] The post Angels sign veteran catcher to minor league deal appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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2 Wild trade targets after crushing 2nd round Avalanche loss

There are plenty of reasons for the Minnesota Wild to feel optimistic after not only securing a Stanley Cup Playoff berth thanks to a strong second-half surge fueled largely by the acquisition of former Vancouver Canucks captain Quinn Hughes, but also winning a postseason series for the first time in more than a decade. It […] The post 2 Wild trade targets after crushing 2nd round Avalanche loss appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Magic Johnson reveals how Pistons can win series vs. Cavs

Just when it seemed like the backs of the Detroit Pistons were against the wall after they lost Game 5 of their Eastern Conference Semifinal series against the Cleveland Cavaliers, they stepped up when it mattered most. The Pistons have forced a second consecutive Game 7 thanks to an incredible performance off the bench from […] The post Magic Johnson reveals how Pistons can win series vs. Cavs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Pistons’ Cade Cunningham gives props to Jalen Duren’s Game 6 return to form

For the second consecutive series, the Detroit Pistons have forced a decisive Game 7. Their 115-94 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers at Rocket Arena ensured that once again, they’ll have a chance to advance in the NBA Playoffs in front of their home fans in the Motor City. And it was a clutch performance from […] The post Pistons’ Cade Cunningham gives props to Jalen Duren’s Game 6 return to form appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Pistons’ Paul Reed gets his flowers from JB Bickerstaff after efficient Game 6 vs. Cavs

Thanks in part to a clutch performance off the bench from Paul Reed, the Detroit Pistons have once again forced a decisive Game 7 that will be played back in the Motor City. Just as they did against the Orlando Magic in the Eastern Conference Quarterfinal, the Pistons have rebounded from a series deficit, this […] The post Pistons’ Paul Reed gets his flowers from JB Bickerstaff after efficient Game 6 vs. Cavs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Spurs take down Timberwolves with career game by Stephon Castle

He’s only playing in his second NBA season, but guard Stephon Castle played with the poise of a seasoned veteran for the San Antonio Spurs on Friday evening. The Spurs have eliminated the Minnesota Timberwolves from the NBA Playoffs thanks to a breakout performance from Castle, who scored a team-high 32 points while grabbing 11 […] The post Spurs take down Timberwolves with career game by Stephon Castle appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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