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An image collage containing 3 images, Image 1 shows Reggie Jackson putting on a New York Yankees hat, Image 2 shows Dave McNally of the Montreal Expos pitches against the Chicago Cubs, Image 3 shows Charley Finley raises both arms in celebration from the back of a convertible during a parade in Oakland

The ‘draft’ quirk that became a relic of the first years of MLB’s landmark free agency

  • By Mike Vaccaro
  • October 31, 2026
  • 9:26pm
  • 1

Fifty years ago Wednesday, the official dividing line between “the way things used to be” and “the way things will be from now on” was established. 

Nolan Traore is averaging 9.5 points and 2.0 assists in 17.3 minutes per game this season.

Another contributor is finally emerging from Nets’ 2025 draft haul

  • By Brian Lewis
  • October 30, 2026
  • 8:59pm

With four Nets 2025 first-round picks not named Egor Dëmin, which ones look like rotation pieces? When the Nets are sputtering with too many turnovers and too few good looks, to whom are they turning?

Indianapolis Colts running back Jonathan Taylor runs for a touchdown past Tennessee Titans defensive tackle Jeffery Simmons on Sunday, October 18, 2026.

Trade rumors surrounding star running back could spell trouble for fantasy football managers

  • By Drew Loftis
  • October 30, 2026
  • 8:07pm

With trade rumors building, the Colts could cut Jonathan Taylor's 20-carry workload to protect his health, creating a fantasy football dilemma.

Alexander Volkanovski punches Movsar Evloev during his win in their featherweight championship fight in the main event of UFC 333 at Etihad Arena on Oct. 24, 2026 in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.

MMA rankings October 2026: Alexander Volkanovski is special; Movsar Evloev just isn’t

  • By Scott Fontana
  • October 30, 2026
  • 8:30am

Color me unsurprised that Alexander Volkanovski once again returned Down Under with gold still around his waist. Was age (38) working against him? Yeah. Has his chin been checked a...

New York Knicks guard Tyler Kolek gestures after making a 3-point basket against the Chicago Bulls.

The Knicks questions that come with guard’s spark

  • By Stefan Bondy
  • October 29, 2026
  • 10:38pm
  • 13

The Knicks needed a spark, and assistant coach Rick Brunson pointed to Tyler Kolek. 

An image collage containing 3 images, Image 1 shows New York Jets quarterback Geno Smith (7) calls a play against the Miami Dolphins, Image 2 shows New York Jets quarterback Geno Smith (7) is tackled by Miami Dolphins defensive tackle Zach Sieler (92), Image 3 shows Jets quarterback Geno Smith speaks to the media in front of a branded backdrop

Jets need more from Geno Smith — even if answer isn’t clear

  • By Mark Cannizzaro
  • October 29, 2026
  • 9:07pm
  • 32

How do we rate Geno Smith as a difference-maker? 

An image collage containing 3 images, Image 1 shows Los Angeles Kings' Taylor Ward shoots the puck past New York Rangers goaltender James Reimer, Image 2 shows New York Rangers defenseman Sean Durzi skates past as the Los Angeles Kings celebrate a second-period goal at Madison Square Garden, Image 3 shows New York Rangers goaltender Igor Shesterkin is helped off the ice by teammates and a trainer

Rangers’ concerning slide has exposed problems that go beyond Igor Shesterkin’s injury

  • By Mollie Walker
  • October 29, 2026
  • 8:17pm
  • 55

Igor Shesterkin's knee injury is not the only cause of the Rangers' recent slide, as defensive breakdowns ruin their strong 6-2 start.

An image collage containing 3 images, Image 1 shows Tampa Bay Rays left fielder Chandler Simpson slides safely into second base as a Milwaukee Brewers fielder attempts a tag during a game, Image 2 shows New Orleans Saints quarterback Tyler Shough fumbles as Pittsburgh Steelers cornerback Jamel Dean tackles him, Image 3 shows Fox broadcasters Joe Davis and John Smoltz in the broadcast booth during a baseball game

Pointless sports blather is becoming too much for even our electronics to take

  • By Phil Mushnick
  • October 29, 2026
  • 8:00pm
  • 86

Can’t we just watch one damned game without all the idioctic nonsense? You know the answer: No!