The New York Yankees lost to the Boston Red Sox in their first playoff game, raising questions about their future plans. If the Yankees exit early from the playoffs, they might consider trading for Cleveland Guardians player Steven Kwan. Kwan is a well-regarded player and could strengthen the Yankees' lineup if they acquire him.
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The Yankees lost their first playoff game to the Boston Red Sox.
Expectations for the Yankees in the playoffs are high.
There is speculation that the Yankees might trade for Steven Kwan from the Cleveland Guardians.
Kwan has won two All-Star titles and three Gold Glove Awards in his four-year MLB career.
Jasson Dominguez might become the Yankees' primary center fielder.
Kwan could improve the team's lineup as a leadoff hitter with his strong on-base percentage.
The Yankees may seek Kwan as a replacement for Trent Grisham if he leaves in free agency.
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Shayna Baszler, a former WWE star, is set to make a rare indie wrestling appearance with the House of Glory promotion in New York on November 15. Baszler, previously a WWE NXT Women's Champion, was released from WWE in May but continues to compete in wrestling events outside WWE.
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Shayna Baszler is a former two-time WWE NXT Women's Champion.
She will appear at a House of Glory event in New York on November 15.
The event is a collaboration between House of Glory and Big Event EXS.
Baszler was released from her WWE contract in May.
Andrade, another former WWE star, will also compete in the event.
Baszler last appeared on WWE TV on the April 11 episode of "Friday Night SmackDown."
There are reports that WWE wants Baszler back as a producer and coach, but she remains active as a wrestler.
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The Tampa Bay Buccaneers' running back, Bucky Irving, injured his left leg during a game against the Philadelphia Eagles and might miss upcoming games, including the Week 5 matchup against the Seattle Seahawks. The injury was worse than initially thought, prompting Irving to use crutches and wear a boot as he seeks further medical opinions.
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Bucky Irving injured his left leg in the Week 4 game against the Philadelphia Eagles.
Despite the injury, Irving continued to play during the game.
An MRI showed the injury was more serious than expected.
Irving wore a boot and used crutches after the injury.
The exact severity of Irving's injury is still unknown, and he is consulting medical experts.
The Buccaneers’ next game is against the Seattle Seahawks in Week 5.
Mike Evans, another key player, also missed practice, while other teammates participated.
The Buccaneers may depend on other running backs, Rachaad White and Sean Tucker, if Irving is unavailable.
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Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski announced that Dillon Gabriel will start as quarterback instead of Joe Flacco in Week 5. The decision comes as the team looks to improve performance following struggles in scoring and turnovers.
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Dillon Gabriel, a rookie, will start as quarterback for the Cleveland Browns in Week 5.
Joe Flacco, the previous starter, is 40 years old and had a performance issue with turnovers.
Flacco's touchdown-to-interception ratio was 2-to-6, and his completion rate was 58.1%.
Kevin Stefanski, the head coach, stated the change aims to improve the whole team.
Insiders previously expected a quarterback switch around Weeks 6 or 7.
The Browns are scheduled to play against the Minnesota Vikings in London.
The Browns have been averaging 14 points per game so far this season.
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The Detroit Tigers are set to play the Cleveland Guardians in the second game of the American League Wild Card Series. The game will take place at Progressive Field on Wednesday afternoon. The Tigers won the first game 2-1, and a win in Game 2 would advance them to the next round.
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Detroit Tigers won Game 1 of the series with a score of 2-1.
The game will be held at Progressive Field on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at 1:00 PM ET.
The game will be shown on the TV channel ESPN and can be streamed through Fubo.
José Ramírez of the Cleveland Guardians reached third base in the ninth inning during Game 1 but did not score.
Zach McKinstry of the Tigers helped secure the win with a bunt that led to the go-ahead run.
Tanner Bibee is starting as the pitcher for the Guardians, while Casey Mize will pitch for the Tigers in Game 2.
The Tigers lost their division lead in the American League Central before the series began.
Regional restrictions may apply for streaming the live game.
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Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson experienced a real concussion while filming a fight scene for his new movie "The Smashing Machine." The movie is about mixed martial arts fighter Mark Kerr, and Johnson's commitment to the role involved getting hit for authentic scenes.
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Dwayne Johnson got a concussion during filming for "The Smashing Machine."
The injury happened during a scene that required real punches for realism.
Johnson mentioned the incident on "The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon."
The film, produced by A24, is based on MMA fighter Mark Kerr's life.
Johnson plays Kerr, a two-time UFC Heavyweight Tournament Champion.
Emily Blunt stars as Kerr's wife in the movie.
The film marks a dramatic shift from Johnson's usual roles.
Johnson emphasized that the realistic fighting was essential for authenticity.
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The Philadelphia Eagles have started the 2025 season with a strong 4-0 record. Their linebacker, Nakobe Dean, is set to return after being removed from the physically unable to perform list, which gives him time to get ready for his debut. Dean's return could help improve the team's defensive performance, which has slipped compared to the previous season.
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The Philadelphia Eagles have a 4-0 record at the start of the 2025 season.
Linebacker Nakobe Dean was key to the Eagles' defense in 2024, with 128 tackles.
Dean missed part of the postseason in 2024 due to a knee injury.
The Eagles have removed Dean from the physically unable to perform list.
Dean has 21 days to prepare and practice for his season debut.
The Eagles' defense is currently ranked 22nd in yards allowed per game.
Last season, the Eagles were first in yards allowed per game.
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The Arizona Cardinals may face challenges in their Week 5 game as they could be without their running backs. James Conner is already out for the season with an ankle injury, and Trey Benson might also miss the game due to a knee injury.
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The Arizona Cardinals will play against the Tennessee Titans in Week 5.
Star running back James Conner has a season-ending ankle injury.
Trey Benson injured his knee during the game against the Seattle Seahawks.
Benson's availability for Week 5 is uncertain.
Emeri Demercado could be the leading running back if Benson cannot play.
Demercado has had limited impact, with only four carries for eight yards this season.
The Cardinals have a 2-2 record and have struggled against stronger teams like the Seahawks.
If Benson's injury is long-term, the Cardinals might look to sign or trade for another running back.
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The Cleveland Browns are preparing to play against the Minnesota Vikings in London. However, their key defensive player, Myles Garrett, is dealing with an ankle injury and will miss practice, making his participation in the game uncertain.
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The Cleveland Browns will play against the Minnesota Vikings in London during Week 5 of the NFL.
Myles Garrett, a leading player for the Browns' defense, has an ankle injury.
Garrett will not participate in practice on Wednesday because of his injury.
Coach Kevin Stefanski stated that both Myles Garrett and Jack Conklin, another injured player, are considered day-to-day.
Myles Garrett has 18 total tackles and four sacks in the four games he has played this season.
Garrett signed a four-year, $160 million contract during the offseason.
There is uncertainty about whether Garrett will play in the upcoming game, with more updates expected soon.
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The Kansas City Chiefs have had problems with their running game early in the 2025 NFL season, with quarterback Patrick Mahomes being their main rusher. The Chiefs are considering trading for Alvin Kamara, a five-time Pro Bowl running back from the New Orleans Saints, to improve their offense.
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The Kansas City Chiefs are struggling with their running game in the 2025 NFL season.
Patrick Mahomes has been the Chiefs' most effective rusher.
Chiefs running backs, Isiah Pacheco and Kareem Hunt, have not shown strong performance.
The Chiefs are considering trading for Alvin Kamara, a successful running back from the New Orleans Saints.
Alvin Kamara has rushed for 70 or more yards in two of the Saints' games this season.
Kamara is known for being good at catching passes as well as running.
Kamara has two years left on his current contract.
The New Orleans Saints, with a 0-4 record, might be open to trading Kamara due to his age and trade value.
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The Los Angeles Dodgers are planning their pitching strategy as they possibly advance in the baseball playoffs. They may not start Shohei Ohtani in the first game against the Philadelphia Phillies, despite him being a strong option. The decision will depend on their success in the series against the Cincinnati Reds.
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The Dodgers are currently playing against the Cincinnati Reds in the playoffs.
Blake Snell started for the Dodgers in the first game of the series.
Yoshinobu Yamamoto is expected to pitch in the second game.
If the Dodgers win, Shohei Ohtani will be available to pitch soon after.
Manager Dave Roberts has not confirmed if Ohtani will start the first game against the Phillies.
Roberts mentioned Ohtani might pitch in one of the first two games of the next series.
The team's pitching choices show flexibility in their tactics.
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WWE has announced that John Cena's final professional wrestling match will take place on December 13 at Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C. Ticket prices for the event reflect its importance, with premium seats costing up to $11,500. Cena is on a farewell tour with several matches leading up to his retirement event.
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John Cena’s retirement match is on December 13 at Capital One Arena in Washington, D.C.
This match will be part of "Saturday Night's Main Event."
Ticket sales for the event start on October 17.
First-row ringside seats for Cena’s final match cost $11,500.
Other premium seats range from $6,500 to $9,500.
Standard seating prices range from $250 to $3,000.
Cena has a farewell tour with upcoming matches, including October 11 in Perth, Australia, against AJ Styles.
Cena will also appear at events like Raw in Boston and Survivor Series in San Diego before his final match.
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An episode of the podcast "All In With Ashley" features a discussion with former MLB player Eric Byrnes about baseball playoff bets and World Series predictions. The episode also includes a talk with Tyler Everett, the Sports Betting Editor at Newsweek, about recent NFL betting news. The conversation covers various sports topics, including memorable recent games.
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"All In With Ashley" is a podcast hosted by Ashley Haas.
Former MLB player Eric Byrnes took part in the discussion.
They discussed MLB playoff bets and World Series picks.
Newsweek Sports Betting Editor Tyler Everett joined to talk about NFL betting news.
Topics included a notable debut game and a surprise victory in NFL games.
The podcast is linked with affiliate advertising, meaning Newsweek might earn from sign-ups.
Sportsbooks do not influence this editorial content.
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Travis Kelce, a Kansas City Chiefs player, hinted at a connection to Taylor Swift's new album with a playful reference on social media that caught fans' attention. The two recently got engaged, and Swift announced her upcoming album on the podcast Kelce co-hosts. Fans speculated on the connection between Kelce’s social media post and Swift’s album due to subtle hints.
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Travis Kelce is a player for the Kansas City Chiefs and recently got engaged to Taylor Swift.
Taylor Swift announced her new album on a podcast hosted by Travis and his brother.
A fan account highlighted a supposed hint from Kelce on social media related to Swift's upcoming album.
Fans noted that Kelce and Swift’s involvement in social media posts might contain "Easter eggs" or hidden messages.
Taylor Swift's new album, "The Life of a Showgirl," is scheduled for release on October 3.
An online post about Kelce’s hint received thousands of views and likes, creating buzz among fans.
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The Atlanta Braves will have a new manager next season as Brian Snitker will step down from that role but stay with the team as a senior advisor. Three possible replacements for Snitker include Mark DeRosa, David Ross, and Chipper Jones. Each has connections to the Braves and various levels of experience in baseball management.
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Brian Snitker will not continue as the manager of the Atlanta Braves next season.
Snitker will remain with the Braves as a senior advisor.
Mark DeRosa, potential replacement, has experience and a history with the Braves.
David Ross, another candidate, managed the Chicago Cubs from 2020 to 2023.
Chipper Jones, an option mentioned, is a beloved former Braves player with no managerial experience.
The Braves are considering these candidates to lead their team next season.
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The Philadelphia Phillies' player Trea Turner, recovering from a hamstring injury, is getting extra rest due to the team's first-round playoff bye. Turner and his manager Rob Thomson are cautious about re-injury as the playoffs approach.
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The Philadelphia Phillies earned a first-round playoff bye after winning the National League East division title.
Trea Turner, the Phillies' shortstop, strained his hamstring in early September.
Turner tested his running during the team's final regular-season game but did not push himself fully.
Turner will rest more before the Phillies' playoff series against either the Los Angeles Dodgers or the Cincinnati Reds.
Manager Rob Thomson acknowledged concerns about Turner re-injuring himself when he plays again.
Turner has had a successful season, winning the National League's batting title.
The team hopes Turner will fully recover and perform well in the playoffs.
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The Indiana Fever's season ended after losing to the Las Vegas Aces in the WNBA semifinals. Despite missing several key players due to injuries, the team pushed the Aces to overtime but ultimately lost the game. Fever player Sophie Cunningham expressed strong motivation for the next season after their playoff exit.
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The Indiana Fever played against the Las Vegas Aces in the WNBA semifinals.
The Fever lost the game 107-98 in overtime, ending their season.
Key player Caitlin Clark and others were out due to injuries for much of the season.
Sophie Cunningham was among the injured players, suffering a torn MCL.
Kelsey Mitchell, a top scorer, was injured during the semifinal game.
Head coach Stephanie White completed her first year with the Fever.
Sophie Cunningham conveyed determination for next season through social media.
Caitlin Clark praised her teammates and fans for their support during the season.
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The Pittsburgh Steelers are actively looking to bolster their team, having signed Aaron Rodgers and made several trades. With a recent injury to one of their players, there's talk of potentially trading for New Orleans Saints wide receiver Chris Olave to enhance their chances of winning a Super Bowl.
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The Steelers signed Aaron Rodgers for a one-year contract.
Rodgers is expected to retire after the 2025 NFL season.
The Steelers have traded for star players like DK Metcalf and Jalen Ramsey.
Wide receiver Calvin Austin recently got injured.
Chris Olave from the New Orleans Saints is seen as a possible trade target for the Steelers.
Olave has caught 26 passes for 185 yards and one touchdown in the current season.
The Saints are struggling with a 0-4 season start, possibly leading to trades.
The potential acquisition of Olave would aim to improve the Steelers' Super Bowl prospects.
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Melie Kerr took her 100th career One Day International (ODI) wicket by bowling out Phoebe Litchfield, who was nearing a half-century with 45 runs. This happened during a match between Australia and New Zealand in the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup.
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Melie Kerr is a cricketer.
She achieved her 100th career ODI wicket.
Phoebe Litchfield was dismissed by Kerr.
Litchfield had scored 45 runs before being dismissed.
The match was part of the ICC Women's Cricket World Cup.
At the time of Litchfield's dismissal, Australia had scored 81 runs for 2 wickets after ten overs.
This event occurred in a match between Australia and New Zealand.
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WWE stars Randy Orton, Drew McIntyre, and Sheamus attended the launch of a new YouTube series starring influencer iShowSpeed. During the event, iShowSpeed humorously attempted Randy Orton's signature wrestling move, the RKO, but Orton easily stopped him. The two hinted at a future collaboration.
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Randy Orton and other WWE wrestlers went to the premiere of "Speed Goes Pro."
iShowSpeed is trying different professional activities in this YouTube series.
At the event, iShowSpeed tried Orton's wrestling move, the RKO, but Orton stopped it.
Orton and iShowSpeed shared a laugh and talked about working together again soon.
In past WWE events, Orton and iShowSpeed have had similar interactions, creating viral moments.
The guest list for the YouTube series includes famous people like Tom Brady and Kevin Durant.
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