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Guardians’ Travis Bazzana picks perfect walk up song for MLB debut

Apr 28, 2026 @ 7:21pm

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The Cleveland Guardians’ No. 1 prospect, Travis Bazzana, made his MLB debut in Tuesday’s contest against the Tampa Bay Rays. Upon approaching the plate, the Australian native picked the perfect walk-up song for his first-career at-bat. While walking up to the plate, the 23-year-old second baseman chose the song “Down Under” by Men at Work, […] The post Guardians’ Travis Bazzana picks perfect walk up song for MLB debut appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Phillies’ Bryce Harper has nothing but good things to say about Rob Thomson after his firing

Apr 28, 2026 @ 7:21pm

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With the Philadelphia Phillies firing manager Rob Thomson amidst a slow start to the season, it marks the end of his tenure with the team since starting in 2022. As the Phillies now have an opening at manager, star Bryce Harper gives his thoughts on the news, which is nothing but positive sentiments towards Thomson. […] The post Phillies’ Bryce Harper has nothing but good things to say about Rob Thomson after his firing appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Jaguars GM James Gladstone claps back at consensus board complaints after 2026 NFL Draft

Apr 28, 2026 @ 7:19pm

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We are just a few days removed from the 2026 NFL Draft, and the Jacksonville Jaguars have caught a little fire within the fanbase about how they operated the draft. Some experts are ranking the Jaguars’ draft as the worst of all the teams this season. In fact, Adam Schefter reported that the Jaguars almost […] The post Jaguars GM James Gladstone claps back at consensus board complaints after 2026 NFL Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.

49ers ink explosive ex-Raiders running back to contract post-NFL Draft

Apr 28, 2026 @ 7:13pm

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The San Francisco 49ers ended the 2026 NFL Draft with yet another running back on their roster. Three days later, they continue to go back to the well and have come to terms with former Las Vegas Raiders breakout star Sincere McCormick. The 49ers gave McCormick a one-year deal, they announced on Tuesday. They simultaneously […] The post 49ers ink explosive ex-Raiders running back to contract post-NFL Draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Where does Ohio State star Jeremiah Smith go in expert’s 2027 mock draft?

Apr 28, 2026 @ 7:12pm

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Ohio State football had the top wide receiver off the board in a strong wideout class in 2026, as Carnell Tate went off the board at No. 4 overall to the Tennessee Titans. However, many evaluators are already looking forward to the 2027 draft when Tate’s teammate Jeremiah Smith becomes available. Despite being an elite […] The post Where does Ohio State star Jeremiah Smith go in expert’s 2027 mock draft? appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Phillies catcher JT Realmuto gets injury update amid Rob Thomson firing

Apr 28, 2026 @ 7:07pm

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The Philadelphia Phillies made a pivotal change on Tuesday, making a major leadership transition while also receiving encouraging news about one of their most important players. After opening the season 9–19 over their first 28 games, JT Realmuto’s progress provided a rare positive development. All of it unfolded within hours, underscoring the urgency surrounding the […] The post Phillies catcher JT Realmuto gets injury update amid Rob Thomson firing appeared first on ClutchPoints.

When Nick Caserio knew he wanted David Montgomery for the Texans

Apr 28, 2026 @ 7:00pm

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Ever since the Houston Texans traded for running back David Montgomery from the Detroit Lions, the team has figured out who will be their featured player in the backfield for the 2026 season. As Texans general manager Nick Caserio is busy building the team for the 2026 season, he would speak about trading for Montgomery […] The post When Nick Caserio knew he wanted David Montgomery for the Texans appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama gets Nikola Jokic level compliment from Shaq

Apr 28, 2026 @ 6:54pm

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The San Antonio Spurs are hoping to win their series against the Portland Trail Blazers on Tuesday evening at home. The Spurs won in comfortable fashion in Portland twice over the weekend despite trailing both games by sizable deficits at one point. Victor Wembanyama returned with a strong performance in Game 4 after suffering a […] The post Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama gets Nikola Jokic level compliment from Shaq appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Kansas lands No. 1 HS player Tyran Stokes in major recruiting win

Apr 28, 2026 @ 6:50pm

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Kansas and Bill Self landed a huge recruiting win on Tuesday with the commitment of Tyran Stokes, the No. 1 ranked high school basketball player in the country. The recruitment battle for Stokes came down a couple of teams in Kansas, Oregon and Kentucky with the Jayhawks winning out in the end. Stokes is also […] The post Kansas lands No. 1 HS player Tyran Stokes in major recruiting win appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Rays’ Junior Caminero exits Guardians game after injury scare

Apr 28, 2026 @ 6:47pm

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Tampa Bay Rays infielder Junior Caminero exited Tuesday’s game against the Cleveland Guardians. Caminero left the game after a foul ball he hit off the ground came back up and hit him in the face. Mason Horodyski reported on what occurred in Cleveland in the first inning on Tuesday night. “#Rays Junior Caminero has exited […] The post Rays’ Junior Caminero exits Guardians game after injury scare appeared first on ClutchPoints.

5 QBs go in 1st round of Dane Brugler’s way-too-early 2027 NFL mock draft

Apr 28, 2026 @ 6:44pm

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The 2026 NFL Draft is barely behind us, but it’s never too early to start looking ahead to the 2027 NFL Draft. That’s what many evaluators are already doing, as the 2027 draft projects to have many more stars at the top than the 2026 class did. That is the most true at the quarterback […] The post 5 QBs go in 1st round of Dane Brugler’s way-too-early 2027 NFL mock draft appeared first on ClutchPoints.

14-year vet blasts Magic for cocaine-themed playoff handshake

Apr 28, 2026 @ 6:37pm

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The Orlando Magic are making noise in the 2026 NBA Playoffs, and it’s not just because of the surprising dominance they are showing in the first round against the top-seeded Detroit Pistons. In Game 4 of the series on Monday at the Kia Center in Orlando, Magic players Noah Penda and Goga Bitadze were seen […] The post 14-year vet blasts Magic for cocaine-themed playoff handshake appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Giants’ Kayvon Thibodeaux trade price revealed as teams scoffed at deal

Apr 28, 2026 @ 6:35pm

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For the second straight year, the New York Giants selected an edge-rusher in the 2026 NFL Draft, prompting many to openly wonder if the team planned to trade Kayvon Thibodeaux. And once again, the team showed little interest in doing so, even if they did entertain a few conversations. Thibodeaux has been brought up in […] The post Giants’ Kayvon Thibodeaux trade price revealed as teams scoffed at deal appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Astros shortstop Jeremy Pena takes crucial step toward injury return

Apr 28, 2026 @ 6:34pm

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The Houston Astros received an encouraging development on Tuesday as shortstop Jeremy Pena took another step in his recovery from a right hamstring injury. With the club searching for stability after a slow start, Pena’s progress offers a needed boost for a lineup still trying to find consistency. Pena began taking live at-bats during batting […] The post Astros shortstop Jeremy Pena takes crucial step toward injury return appeared first on ClutchPoints.

New ‘3-2-1’ anti-tanking NBA Draft Lottery proposal gaining momentum

Apr 28, 2026 @ 6:33pm

Tanking in the NBA has become a hot topic, as the league is seemingly working on ways to potentially fix the issue. On Tuesday, new reports claim that one proposal is gaining momentum that could affect the NBA Draft Lottery. The “3-2-1 lottery proposal” adds a few new rules to the guidelines of the lottery, […] The post New ‘3-2-1’ anti-tanking NBA Draft Lottery proposal gaining momentum appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Braves’ JR Ritchie lined up for epic Tarik Skubal, Mariners starts

Apr 28, 2026 @ 6:28pm

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Atlanta Braves top prospect JR Ritchie grew up in Seattle, Washington, regularly attending Mariners games. He made his MLB debut on April 23 against the Washington Nationals, throwing seven quality innings with five hits and two earned runs allowed. If the Braves keep Ritchie around, he could have some interesting matchups against Tarik Skubal and […] The post Braves’ JR Ritchie lined up for epic Tarik Skubal, Mariners starts appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Mark Cuban might have ‘jumped in front of a train’ to stop Lakers’ Luka Doncic trade, Jeanie Buss claims

Apr 28, 2026 @ 6:28pm

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The Los Angeles Lakers are currently up 3-1 in their first round playoff series against the Houston Rockets, having dropped Game 4 in blowout fashion on Sunday night. The Lakers are still anxiously awaiting the injury return of Luka Doncic, who has missed the entirety of this series with a hamstring issue. The basketball world […] The post Mark Cuban might have ‘jumped in front of a train’ to stop Lakers’ Luka Doncic trade, Jeanie Buss claims appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Cubs’ Justin Steele suffers brutal injury setback

Apr 28, 2026 @ 6:27pm

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Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Justin Steele has suffered an injury setback, manager Craig Counsell said on 104.3 The Score on Tuesday. The left-hander has a flexor strain and his injury recovery will be delayed. “He’s been diagnosed with a flexor strain,” Counsell said. “Gonna re-evaluate it in a month. It’s a setback, there’s no question […] The post Cubs’ Justin Steele suffers brutal injury setback appeared first on ClutchPoints.

LIV Golf closure rumors peaking as tournament postponed

Apr 28, 2026 @ 6:24pm

LIV Golf has been a tour funded by the Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia (PIF) since 2022. But recent reports indicate that the PIF is changing its model moving forward, which could cut funding for the PGA Tour’s rival circuit. The Louisiana government saw that report and asked the league to figure it out, […] The post LIV Golf closure rumors peaking as tournament postponed appeared first on ClutchPoints.

How Dillon Brooks, Jordan Ott have reshaped Suns culture in Year 1

Apr 28, 2026 @ 6:21pm

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SCOTTSDALE– Most season turnarounds happen over the span of multiple years, not just one. Well, the Phoenix Suns have inserted themselves into that anomaly, thanks to Dillon Brooks and Jordan Ott. Both men have been integral parts of reshaping the vision. Although there were jokes about the Suns being aligned in the offseason, it wasn’t […] The post How Dillon Brooks, Jordan Ott have reshaped Suns culture in Year 1 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Why Nikola Jokic is ‘absolutely’ a top-5 center in Lou Williams’ book

Apr 28, 2026 @ 6:20pm

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There’s no question that Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic is a top-five player in the NBA today, but what is his status in terms of all-time rankings when it comes to centers? Well for former NBA player Lou Williams, Jokic is already among the best of the best when looking throughout league history. During a […] The post Why Nikola Jokic is ‘absolutely’ a top-5 center in Lou Williams’ book appeared first on ClutchPoints.

NCAA expected to expand March Madness to 76 teams

Apr 28, 2026 @ 6:16pm

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The NCAA is in the process of expanding its most lucrative event. Officials are currently working to expand the NCAA Division I Men’s and Women’s College Basketball Tournaments from 68 teams to 76, which would create more March Madness games. The March Madness expansion plan will be voted on in the coming weeks, ESPN’s Pete […] The post NCAA expected to expand March Madness to 76 teams appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Famous WAGs of NBA playoff players who are stealing the spotlight

Apr 28, 2026 @ 6:14pm

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The NBA playoffs demand everything from the players, focus, execution, and resilience. But the spotlight does not stop at the court. It extends into the lives of the people closest to them, especially their partners. In today’s league, WAGs are not just along for the ride. They bring their own influence, careers, and identities into […] The post Famous WAGs of NBA playoff players who are stealing the spotlight appeared first on ClutchPoints.

Caitlin Clark’s fourth-year option gets no-brainer decision from Fever

Apr 28, 2026 @ 6:13pm

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As Indiana Fever star Caitlin Clark is releasing a children’s book, per a recent announcement showing her endeavors off the court, the latest basketball news is an obvious one. After Clark made her 2026 preseason debut for the Fever last Saturday, the team officially announced an update on her contract. The Indiana team took to […] The post Caitlin Clark’s fourth-year option gets no-brainer decision from Fever appeared first on ClutchPoints.