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Brewers-Rays World Series is nightmare for MLB but amazing for fans

Junior Caminero and Yandy Diaz celebrate after the Game 6 win.

Two years after the Dodgers and Yankees met in the World Series, it's two of baseball's smallest markets in 2026.

Los Angeles Rams quarterback Matthew Stafford and Seattle Seahawks quarterback Sam Darnold

NFL power rankings: How far do struggling Rams, Seahawks fall?

While the 49ers and Chiefs remain at the top of the pack, there's plenty of movement in the top 10 of the latest NFL power rankings.

SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 19: Jayden Daniels #5 of the Washington Commanders scrambles against Keion White #56 of the San Francisco 49ers during the second quarter of the game at Levi's Stadium on October 19, 2026 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Lachlan Cunningham/Getty Images)

49ers survive vs. Commanders, but at what cost? Winners and losers from MNF

It's possible the biggest ramifications from the 49ers' win over the Commanders on "Monday Night Football" are yet to come.

Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts (1) and head coach Nick Sirianni celebrate after a victory against the Los Angeles Rams on Sept. 21, 2025, at Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia.

Eagles leave coach to explain Jalen Hurts blood clots saga. Huh?

Eagles coach Nick Sirianni kept repeating he is "not a medical expert." That's why it's ludicrous he was sent out for Jalen Hurts questions, writes columnist Jarrett Bell.

Angel Reese had 30 points and 16 rebounds to help the Dream win Game 2.

Angel Reese, Valkyries' starters among WNBA Finals winners and losers

Angel Reese was unhappy with her Game 1 performance. She had a double-double as the Dream evened the WNBA Finals. Here are the winners and losers.

Michigan quarterback Tommy Carr (14) is congratulated by teammates after 21-18 win over Penn State at Michigan Stadium in Ann Arbor on Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026.

Bryce Underwood or Tommy Carr? Don't follow the Michigan NIL money

Michigan’s $12 million quarterback gamble is unraveling as overlooked freshman Tommy Carr makes his case to take over the offense.

Junior Caminero #13 of the Tampa Bay Rays celebrates after defeating the Cleveland Guardians in game six of the American League Championship Series at Tropicana Field on Oct. 19, 2026 in St Petersburg, Fla.

World Series bound Rays celebrate

The Tampa Bay Rays celebrate after defeating the Cleveland Guardians in Game 6 of the ALCS to advance to the World Series against the Milwaukee Brewers.

DeSean Bishop of the Tennessee Volunteers runs the ball against the Alabama Crimson Tide during the first half at Neyland Stadium on October 17, 2026 in Knoxville, Tennessee.

Bowl projections: Week 7 upsets have major impact on CFP field forecast

The wild results from Week 7 in college football had a big impact on the projection CFP field with a new shade of orange impacting the picture.

The Tampa Bay Rays are going to the World Series for the third time since 2008.

As MLB gears up for labor war, it's already lost the narrative

World Series featuring two of MLB's smallest markets show the game is healthy. No matter what owners tell you.

Tennessee fans smoke cigars on the field after a football game between Tennessee and Alabama at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, Tenn., on Oct. 17, 2026.

Make it stop! Tennessee fans uncork lame field rush against Alabama

What we saw at Tennessee after Alabama win was a less of a field rush and more of a field trip. Fans meandered on the field to take selfies.

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