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John Chayka on the challenges of managing in Toronto: “I don’t think the league is going to do us any favours writ large… We’re going to focus on what we can control”

Maple Leafs GM John Chayka joined Elliotte Friedman to discuss the tampering accusations on day one of the job, his reception and reputation around the league, the challenge facing him in Toronto, his belief in Auston Matthews and William Nylander, and the areas in need of change on the roster. On the first day of […] The post John Chayka on the challenges of managing in Toronto: “I don’t think the league is going to do us any favours writ large… We’re going to focus on what we can control” ...

Travis Hunter’s Snap Counts Take Diverging Paths

Every week we try to take a look at rookie phenom Travis Hunter’s game production and make sense of what we saw play out on the field. So far, each game has been a mixed bag, where Hunter sometimes plays a ton, plays just on one side or plays not much at all. The Travis […]

Apathy while the country dances

I got a lot of texts like this on Monday night: For all the talk about hockey, Canada comes alive when the Blue Jays are doing well. Bolstered by being the only team that’s broadcast across the country, not unlike the way TBS made the Atlanta Braves a nationwide brand in the 90s, 40 million-odd […]

Diamondbacks Reacts survey: Is a lockout looming?

Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the MLB. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Diamondbacks fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys. The current MLB Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) expires in a little over a year’s time, on […]

Scattered thoughts on Dave Doeren

I have been struggling for a while to figure out how I feel about Dave Doeren and the football program at this point in his tenure. I don’t think I’ve felt more disconnected from the general mood of this fanbase than I have in this case, because so many are fed up and I’m just […]

The 5 Things About College Football from Week 8

Another Vintage Miami Performance The ‘Canes had me fooled. I wasn’t a believer heading into the season, but watching them dominate both lines of scrimmage had me thinking they were the clear class of the ACC. That unraveled on Friday night, as Miami’s tackles struggled to protect Carson Beck all night against Louisville. The Cardinals […]

West Ham United at Leeds United Predicted Starting XIs

Is it too early to call West Ham United at Leeds United a “relegation six-pointer?” Maybe that phrase is an over-used cliche, of sorts, but look at the table. The Hammers are in trouble this season, and we’ll just have to see if Nuno Espirito Santo can pull them out of the depths that the […] The post West Ham United at Leeds United Predicted Starting XIs appeared first on The Sports Bank .

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Devonte Wyatt to practice for Packers on Wednesday

In his pre-practice press conference on Wednesday, Green Bay Packers head coach Matt LaFleur stated that defensive tackle Devonte Wyatt will return to action today. Wyatt injured his knee in back-to-back games in Weeks 3 and 4, ultimately missing games in Week 6 and 7 after Green Bay’s Week 5 bye week. Since then, Wyatt […]

Men’s Golf: ‘Cats finish fourth at the Quail Valley Collegiate Invitational

After placing fourth at the Windon Memorial Classic, Northwestern traveled to Vero Beach, Florida to compete in the Quail Valley Collegiate Invitational. The 16-team field featured several strong programs, and the ‘Cats once again found themselves in contention, finishing in solo fourth. Northwestern opened the tournament with an impressive 15-under team round to take the […]

CONFIRMED lineups: Real Madrid vs Juventus, 2025 Champions League

Real Madrid have published their starting lineup for the upcoming match against Juventus in the Champions League. Real Madrid starting XI: Courtois, Valverde, Asencio, Militao, Carreras, Tchouameni, Bellingham, Güler, Brahim, Vinicius, Mbappé. Juventus starting XI (TBC): Di Gregorio, Gatti, Rugani, Kelly, Kalulu, Cambiaso, Koopmeiners, Thuram, Locatelli, Yildiz, Vlahovic. As expected, Xabi Alonso has deployed Raúl […]

Predictions for the 2025-26 NBA Season

The Portland Trail Blazers begin their 2025-26 regular season campaign tonight versus the Minnesota Timberwolves. The game starts at 7:00 PM, Pacific time. A preview of the matchup can be found here. In case you missed our gigantic overall season preview yesterday, it’s right here. Tonight we’ll have our usual Game Day discussion threads, an […]

Browns treating the QB position like a real NFL team

It may have taken longer than expected, but the Cleveland Browns have reached a point where they have stability at the quarterback position. After an offseason where people talked themselves into believing the delusion that the Browns would willingly start Kenny Pickett, and the mass hysteria over trading a 40-year-old backup quarterback who no longer […]

West Ham at Leeds Team News: Mavropanos, Ampadu, Struijk, Okafor, Gnonto

While we’re currently in the midst of continental competition overload, the time is also already here to start previewing the next round of the Premier League. Friday night brings one fixture, West Ham United at Leeds United, and it’s a match with a significant injury list, at least when you combine the two teams. Leeds […] The post West Ham at Leeds Team News: Mavropanos, Ampadu, Struijk, Okafor, Gnonto appeared first on The Sports Bank .

Around the SEC Is Getting Thrown Under the Bus

Another week, another Georgia thriller. As we all catch our breath during the bye week, let’s take a look around the league. Napier Fired Florida head coach Billy Napier was fired on Sunday, ending his term as the Gators head coach. Florida apparently made contact with Notre Dame head coach about the vacancy but were […]

76ers vs. Celtics

Neemias Queta excels as starting center Celtics lose season opener to Sixers 117-116 Three questions as Celtics open season against 76ers

Rutgers Continues To Build Its NIL Infrastructure By Creating Two Strategic Staff Roles

Rutgers Athletics has announced two new roles to support its NIL infrastructure, just one day after adding Maggie Long as Vice President & Chief Development Officer of Athletics Development. Chris Chung has been appointed Senior Associate Athletic Director, Revenue and Contract Management, while PJ Mullen was elevated to Executive Senior Associate Athletic Director, Marketing, Fan […]

Cowboys trade rumors: Dallas on hunt for ‘impact’ defensive player, checked on Trey Hendrickson

The Dallas Cowboys are reportedly looking to add defensive help before this season’s NFL trade deadline. During a dump of buzz-worthy notes, ESPN’s Jeremy Fowler specifically said that the Cowboys are on the hunt for an “impact” defensive player. A reminder that the trade deadline is November 4th. My understanding of the situation is the […]

Champions League Game Time Thread: Juventus vs. Real Madrid

MATCH INFO When: Wednesday, Oct. 22, 2025. Where: Estadio Santiago Bernabéu, Madrid, Spain. Official kickoff time: 9 p.m. local time in Spain, Italy and across Europe, 8 p.m. in the United Kingdom, 3 p.m. Eastern time, 2 p.m. Central time, 12 p.m. Pacific time. STARTING LINEUPS Juventus starting XI (3-5-2): Di Gregorio; Gatti, Rugani, Kelly; Kalulu, McKennie, Thuram, Koopmeiners, […]

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5 thoughts ahead of the Sixers’ 2025-26 season

Who else is ready to put the 24-win 2024-25 season behind them? The 2025-26 Philadelphia 76ers sure are. There was little roster turnover in the offseason, but the vibe certainly feels different than a year ago. At this point last year, Joel Embiid and Paul George were both expected to miss a chunk of games […]

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