Wild card (sports) News & Breaking Stories

After a 655-day touchdown drought, Diontae Johnson finally scored for the Steelers, with quarterback Kenny Pickett expressing his excitement.

The 2022 World Series schedule for the Arizona Diamondbacks and Texas Rangers has been set, with all games televised by Fox.

The Arizona Diamondbacks defeat the Philadelphia Phillies in Game 7 of the NLCS, advancing to the World Series.

Rookie Josh Jung makes history with two home runs and four RBIs in the Texas Rangers' loss to the Houston Astros.

Max Scherzer's return to pitching in the postseason turned into a nightmare as he allowed five runs in four innings.

The Texas Rangers dominate Game 2 of the ALCS against the Astros, shocking fans and potentially setting an MLB record.

Miami Marlins General Manager Kim Ng, MLB's first female head of baseball operations, will not return to the team after a successful season.

The New York Giants are 15.5-point underdogs against the Buffalo Bills, but starting quarterback Tyrod Taylor remains optimistic about their chances. The Giants have struggled this season, and there is speculation about the job security of GM Joe Schoen and head coach Brian Daboll. Despite the pressure, Taylor is focused on staying positive and helping the team turn things around. The Giants' offensive line has been a major issue, and Taylor will face a tough challenge against the Bills' pass rush.

The New England Patriots are making changes to their roster for Week 6, including adding new wide receivers and offensive linemen. The team will also be without some key players due to injuries.

Kirk Cousins is expected to remain with the Minnesota Vikings this season and not waive his no-trade clause. However, it would be a mistake for his career to rule out playing for another team in 2023. The New York Jets could be a possible contender for Cousins, as they are in need of a quarterback and have a strong defense. The Vikings' struggles and lack of playoff contention make it unlikely for Cousins to win a Super Bowl with them.

Arizona Diamondbacks manager Torey Lovullo praises Coach Prime for turning around University of Colorado football program. Exciting NLCS matchup with Philadelphia Phillies expected.

Texas Rangers pitcher Nathan Eovaldi shines in Game 3, leading his team to a sweep of the Baltimore Orioles in the ALDS.

The Arizona Diamondbacks are on the verge of their first National League Championship Series appearance since 2007 after dominating the Los Angeles Dodgers in the NLDS. The team has been motivated, connected, and hungry, setting records along the way.

Texas, Houston, Philadelphia, and Arizona start strong in their Division Series. Justin Verlander pitches a shutout, Yordan Alvarez homers twice.

The Atlanta Braves have made surprising roster moves for the NL Division Series, adding hard-throwing reliever Daysbel Hernández and top prospect AJ Smith-Shawver.

The Miami Marlins face the possibility of their magical season ending after losing Game 1 of the wild card series against the Philadelphia Phillies. They must now win back-to-back games to advance, a difficult task as no road team has won a wild card series after losing Game 1 in the best-of-3 format. However, the Marlins have defied the odds all year and will need to improve their offensive approach against the Phillies' Game 2 starter to have a chance.

Elder statesman of the Arizona Diamondbacks, Evan Longoria, saves team with game-changing defensive play in NL Wild Card matchup.

The Toronto Blue Jays lost the first game of their American League wild card series to the Minnesota Twins.

The Minnesota Twins break a 16-year postseason losing streak, finally winning a playoff game since 2004. #TwinsWin #PostseasonSuccess

Defending champion Houston, Miami Marlins, and Texas Rangers clinched MLB playoff berths, while Arizona and Toronto also secured spots.

Jose Altuve's costly error almost derailed the Houston Astros' postseason hopes, but they are now on the verge of clinching a playoff spot.

Gabe Kapler fired as San Francisco Giants' manager after 4 years, with a disappointing September record leading to playoff elimination.

Terry Francona, the Cleveland Guardians' manager, bid farewell in his final home game with a 4-3 victory against the Cincinnati Reds.

Dak Prescott and the Dallas Cowboys expected to face Aaron Rodgers, but instead, they will play against Zach Wilson.

The San Francisco Giants defeat the Colorado Rockies 11-10, ending their nine-game road losing streak and boosting their wild card chances.

Get ready for an exciting NFL season opener between the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and the Minnesota Vikings. Watch it live on CBS or stream it for free on fuboTV.

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Baker Mayfield's career took a turn after the Browns delayed his contract extension, similar to Kirk Cousins' situation.

The NFL season has kicked off with the Kansas City Chiefs hosting the Detroit Lions. FOX, CBS, NBC, ESPN, and Amazon Prime Video will broadcast games throughout the season. YouTube TV will carry NFL Sunday Ticket. Pro Picks predicts the Bengals will win Super Bowl 58.

Ben Shelton breaks his own record for fastest serve at US Open 2023, with Coco Gauff reacting with a rocket emoji.

The Cincinnati Reds have claimed Harrison Bader and Hunter Renfroe, adding salary and boosting morale for the team.

The Reds have acquired outfielders Harrison Bader and Hunter Renfroe via waivers to bolster their playoff push, adding veteran players to their young roster. The move allows the Yankees and Angels to shed salary and potentially avoid luxury tax penalties.

John Isner's career ended with a final-set tiebreaker, losing in the U.S. Open second round to Michael Mmoh.

The Los Angeles Angels are placing several players on waivers in an effort to lessen their financial burden after a failed trade deadline.

The New York Yankees have placed center fielder Harrison Bader on waivers, making him available for other teams to claim. Bader is an impending free agent and could be a valuable addition for a playoff contender. The Yankees acquired Bader last year for pitcher Jordan Montgomery, but injuries have limited his playing time. Despite struggling at the plate recently, Bader's defense and speed could make a difference in the playoffs. The Yankees may look to give opportunities to other players, such as Everson Pereira or Jasson Domínguez, in center field.

The Yankees' decision to trade for Josh Donaldson based on his exit velocity and age backfired as he became their third-worst hitter ever.

Defending champion Iga Swiatek dominates in her opening victory at the US Open as Novak Djokovic eyes a return to the top of the men's world rankings.

The Chargers traded Dustin Hopkins to Cleveland for a 2025 pick, choosing Cameron Dicker as their starting placekicker.

Novak Djokovic's quest for a Grand Slam victory at the U.S. Open can be watched from anywhere with the help of VPNs.

Billionaire sports franchise owner Josh Harris makes MLB debut with a joint venture between the Washington Commanders and the Washington Nationals.

The Red Sox lose to the Dodgers 7-4 in a three-game series at Fenway Park, falling to 68-61 while the Dodgers improve to 79-48.

Gerrit Cole aims to help the struggling Yankees end their six-game losing streak against the Red Sox.

Venus Williams defeats 16th seed Veroninka Kudermetova at ATP/WTA Cincinnati Open, her first win against a top 20 player in four years.

Seattle Seahawks star running back Kenneth Walker is recovering from a groin strain and will not play in the preseason game against the Minnesota Vikings. Despite the injury, Walker is expected to play a pivotal role in the upcoming season.

Japanese sensation Shohei Ohtani fails to deliver a walk-off win for the Angels, facing scrutiny after striking out in the ninth inning.

Cooper Kupp's hamstring injury is a concern for the Rams as they prepare for the upcoming season. Other receivers may struggle to fill the void if Kupp is sidelined.

"Josh Bell traded to Marlins as Guardians make surprising move, clearing up DH spot and adding prospect talent."

The Red Sox barely made any moves at the trade deadline, acquiring infielder Luis Urias but missing out on pitching help.

The New York Mets have traded outfielder Tommy Pham to the Arizona Diamondbacks, adding to his long list of teams. Pham has been a solid player throughout his career and will join the Diamondbacks in their push for the postseason. The Mets, on the other hand, have become sellers and are looking towards the future with prospects like Jeremy Rodriguez.

The New York Yankees are facing the reality that they are below average without Gerrit Cole and Aaron Judge, and their record in the AL East is disappointing. They need to focus on building for the future rather than making questionable trades.