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The state-of-the-art device that will get Tarik Skubal back from surgery faster than ever

Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal was forced to undergo surgery to remove loose bodies from his throwing elbow in early May. While he is expected to return in late June or early July, it appears Skubal is using a state-of-the-art device to help him recover from surgery even faster. Reports indicate that the doctors who […] The post The state-of-the-art device that will get Tarik Skubal back from surgery faster than ever appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Reds give pitching a boost with ex-Padres, Marlins starter

The Cincinnati Reds are currently in last place in the NL West, and are 26th in the majors in team ERA. Meanwhile, the Reds have also been dealing with injuries to the pitching staff. Now, the team is adding to the pitching staff, bringing in a former San Diego Padres and Miami Marlins pitcher, per […] The post Reds give pitching a boost with ex-Padres, Marlins starter appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Illinois basketball to host Duke for first time ever as part of home-and-home

The Illinois basketball program is looking to turn the page to the 2026-27 season after a highly successful 2025-26 campaign that saw the Fighting Illini make it all the way to the Final Four of the NCAA Tournament. While they lost to the UConn Huskies when they got there, it was still a strong campaign […] The post Illinois basketball to host Duke for first time ever as part of home-and-home appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cubs signing Liam Hendriks with injuries piled up, but there’s a catch

The Chicago Cubs and Atlanta Braves will play Game 2 of a 3-game series on Wednesday night. Shota Imanaga toes the slab for the Cubbies while JR Ritchie starts for the top team in the National League. As it stands now, these two squads own the two best records in the NL with at least […] The post Cubs signing Liam Hendriks with injuries piled up, but there’s a catch appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Chargers RB Keaton Mitchell calls out Ravens for spurning him in free agency

The Los Angeles Chargers want to get back to the playoffs during the 2026 season. Los Angeles has played well under Jim Harbaugh’s leadership, but they entered the offseason needing some firepower on offense. Thankfully the Chargers were able to land one explosive running back after his former team let him walk in free agency. […] The post Chargers RB Keaton Mitchell calls out Ravens for spurning him in free agency appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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How iPad incident revealed to Jaire Alexander that Packers were done with him

The Green Bay Packers are currently counting down the hours until their 2026 schedule is released, with some of the games already having been leaked by the media. While they have made some strides to replace him, the team is still missing the production of prime Jaire Alexander in the secondary, having released him prior […] The post How iPad incident revealed to Jaire Alexander that Packers were done with him appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Notre Dame AD is now all in on 24-team CFP field after initial 16-team push

The College Football Playoff is going to expand. The question has become whether or not it will be for 24-teams or 16-teams. The ACC seems to be getting on board with the idea of. 24-team playoff, with coaches such as Mike Norvell supporting the 24-team proposal. Initially, Notre Dame was not on board with the […] The post Why Notre Dame AD is now all in on 24-team CFP field after initial 16-team push appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Spurs’ mascot Coyote fires up crowd with spoof of viral ‘Crazy Hispanic fans’ lady

The San Antonio Spurs moved within one game of advancing to the Western Conference Finals on Tuesday evening with a blowout home win over the Minnesota Timberwolves. This game was actually quite competitive for the first two and a half quarters, but San Antonio broke the game open from there, and now needs just one […] The post Spurs’ mascot Coyote fires up crowd with spoof of viral ‘Crazy Hispanic fans’ lady appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Thunder’s Jalen Williams calls out ignorant Shai Gilgeous-Alexander haters

There is no doubt that the Oklahoma City Thunder are the best team in the NBA. The defending champions have yet to lose in the 2026 NBA playoffs, but their successes have led to a lot of hate. The team has been villainized, and soon-to-be back-to-back MVP, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, in particular, has been heavily criticized […] The post Thunder’s Jalen Williams calls out ignorant Shai Gilgeous-Alexander haters appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Mercury’s Kahleah Copper, Nate Tibbetts frustrated by WNBA’s big officiating emphasis

PHOENIX– 50 combined fouls between the Phoenix Mercury and the Minnesota Lynx had fans and both respective teams shaking their heads. Some of them were legitimate fouls, but others were ticky-tacky. It consistently disrupted the rhythm on both sides. But perhaps it felt like a cleanup after a very physical Mercury and Lynx series in […] The post Mercury’s Kahleah Copper, Nate Tibbetts frustrated by WNBA’s big officiating emphasis appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Steelers’ Mike McCarthy using Will Howard template to fix Drew Allar’s fatal flaws

The Pittsburgh Steelers are still in dance mode with Aaron Rodgers. And they are trying to work through things with their current young QBs. As part of that process, Mike McCarthy is using a Will Howard template to fix Drew Allar’s fatal flaws, according to ESPN. “Despite his measurables and a background playing premium college […] The post Steelers’ Mike McCarthy using Will Howard template to fix Drew Allar’s fatal flaws appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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What I’m hearing about Warriors’ crucial offseason after Steve Kerr return

One day, Steve Kerr, Stephen Curry, and Draymond Green will no longer be the faces of the Golden State Warriors. It seemed like that moment was on the horizon, and the franchise’s dominance over the rest of the NBA was ending following the team’s 2019 NBA Finals run, but the Warriors prolonged their golden era […] The post What I’m hearing about Warriors’ crucial offseason after Steve Kerr return appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lakers star LeBron James gets wild 10-year prediction from DeMarcus Cousins

Questions surrounding LeBron James’ future continue to dominate NBA conversations following the Los Angeles Lakers’ playoff elimination, and former teammate DeMarcus Cousins recently offered a bold prediction regarding how much longer the four-time champion could continue playing. In an interview with Damien Peters of Basketball Network, Cousins joked that James may still have another decade […] The post Lakers star LeBron James gets wild 10-year prediction from DeMarcus Cousins appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Thunder’s Shai-Gilgeous-Alexander hits Lakers fans with LeBron James, Luka Doncic free throw mic drop

The defending champion and reigning MVP, who has led his team to a perfect 8-0 record in this year’s playoffs, Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is embracing the villain role, much like Los Angeles Lakers’ LeBron James and Luka Doncic. After Gilgeous-Alexander and the Thunder swept the Lakers to advance to the Western Conference […] The post Thunder’s Shai-Gilgeous-Alexander hits Lakers fans with LeBron James, Luka Doncic free throw mic drop appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Braves’ Walt Weiss sends urgent message amid Atlanta’s 1 concerning problem

On Tuesday evening, the Atlanta Braves kept their winning ways going with a 5-2 home win over the Chicago Cubs. The Braves only allowed just one hit to the Cubs, who had been red-hot coming into this game, and Atlanta continued to sit with the best record in baseball at 29-13. One of the few […] The post Braves’ Walt Weiss sends urgent message amid Atlanta’s 1 concerning problem appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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USMNT insider predicts World Cup starting 11

Mauricio Pochettino won’t officially announce the USMNT World Cup roster until May 26,  but that won’t stop pundits from speculating about who the starting 11 will be when the team kicks off its tournament on June 12 in LA vs. Paraguay. FOX Sports national team insider Doug McIntyre is among the first to get his […] The post USMNT insider predicts World Cup starting 11 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Carmelo Anthony doesn’t mention LeBron among favorite NBA teammates, but there’s a good reason

NBA Hall of Famer Carmelo Anthony recently reflected on some of his favorite teammates throughout his career, notably leaving out longtime friend and former teammate LeBron James during a conversation with D.J. Siddiqi of Casino.ca. Anthony, however, appeared to focus his answers on teammates with whom he spent extended stretches during his prime years rather […] The post Carmelo Anthony doesn’t mention LeBron among favorite NBA teammates, but there’s a good reason appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Maple Leafs GM John Chayka’s Auston Matthews mic drop on Craig Berube firing

The Toronto Maple Leafs new general manager, John Chayka, has made his first big move in his new role. The Maple Leafs have fired head coach Craig Berube. Now, the team will have plenty of decisions ahead of them, including the next head coach and the first pick in the 2026 NHL Draft. The team […] The post Maple Leafs GM John Chayka’s Auston Matthews mic drop on Craig Berube firing appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Yankees’ Aaron Boone shares crucial Jasson Dominguez injury update

New York Yankees outfielder Jasson Dominguez recently suffered a concussion and shoulder injury after crashing into the outfield fence during a game. It was a frightening moment for Dominguez to say the least. On Wednesday, manager Aaron Boone shared an update on Dominguez’s injury situation. “Jasson Domínguez had a PRP shot in his left shoulder, […] The post Yankees’ Aaron Boone shares crucial Jasson Dominguez injury update appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lakers rumors: The LeBron James salary game team officials played this season

The Los Angeles Lakers’ 2025-26 season recently came to an end with a sweep at the hands of the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Lakers now enter an offseason filled with big questions, headlined by the uncertainty regarding the future of LeBron James. James has played eight seasons with the Lakers, but will hit free agency […] The post Lakers rumors: The LeBron James salary game team officials played this season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lakers rumors: Rob Pelinika’s JJ Redick gift that left LeBron James seething

The Los Angeles Lakers will have some tough decisions to make this offseason, and it involves some of their top players. LeBron James is one of those players who is set to become a free agent, but there is also uncertainty on whether he’ll retire or not. This season, it was obvious that the reigns […] The post Lakers rumors: Rob Pelinika’s JJ Redick gift that left LeBron James seething appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Cavs vs. Pistons 2026 NBA Eastern Conference Semifinals Game 5 prediction, odds, pick

The Cleveland Cavaliers have turned their series with the Detroit Pistons around. After dropping the first two games of the series in Detroit, the Cavs made a stand at home and won both games in Cleveland to square the series. The Pistons return home with a chance to hold serve, but after getting hit with […] The post Cavs vs. Pistons 2026 NBA Eastern Conference Semifinals Game 5 prediction, odds, pick appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Lakers rumors: What LeBron James wants in contract negotiations this summer

The 2026 NBA offseason is officially here for the Los Angeles Lakers, who were swept out of the playoffs by the Oklahoma City Thunder on Monday evening. Priority number one for the Lakers this offseason will be figuring out what the future holds for LeBron James, who will enter free agency over the summer. Recently, […] The post Lakers rumors: What LeBron James wants in contract negotiations this summer appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Did Red Sox fans with brown bags on heads behind home plate get punished?

The Boston Red Sox fell to the Philadelphia Phillies 2-1 on Tuesday. With the loss, the team dropped to 17-24. It has been a season of ineptitude for the Red Sox, as the offense is 27th in runs scored, while the pitching has been average. This has led to some dissatisfaction among fans, who decided […] The post Did Red Sox fans with brown bags on heads behind home plate get punished? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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