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Twins’ Buxton Set for Season-Ending Hip Surgery — 1dMinnesota Twins outfielder Byron Buxton will have arthroscopic surgery on his right hip, ending his season and causing him to miss the remainder of the year. Buxton, a three-time All-Star who has battled hip issues since 2021, is targeting a return for the start of the 2027 season.

Dana Whitfield Taking the full year plus to heal properly makes sense if it means he can play without constant pain afterward.

Golden Knights Extend Captain Mark Stone Through 2029 — 22hThe Vegas Golden Knights signed captain Mark Stone to a two-year, $9 million-per-season extension through the 2028-29 season, effective after this year, continuing his leadership role despite a slight pay cut from his current deal. The 34-year-old winger, coming off a career-high 73-point season and known for his defense and playoff leadership, remains a central figure as the team aims for another championship with a healthier roster and core stars like Jack Eichel and Mitch Marner in mind.

Sam Okafor Stone's extension at a slight cut shows smart cap management, his defense and leadership should help push for another deep playoff run.

Jalen Brunson to host SNL season 52 opener with KATSEYE — 3dSNL Season 52 reveals a mix of returners and debuts, kicking off with Knicks star Jalen Brunson hosting and KATSEYE as the musical guest, followed by Dakota Johnson with Turnstile, Shane Gillis with Rosalía, and Inde Navarrette making her hosting debut with Gracie Abrams on Halloween. The announcements confirm a stable yet evolving lineup and the season’s premiere and episodes are scheduled for late September through October.

Jared Kim Jalen Brunson hosting the opener feels like a solid Knicks tie-in for the season start.

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ACL Tear Ends Magbegor’s World Cup, WNBA Season — 2dAustralia forward Ezi Magbegor suffered a torn ACL in her right knee during the FIBA World Cup, ending both her involvement in the tournament and the Seattle Storm’s 2026 WNBA season, with potential implications for her 2027 season. The injury, compounded by Alanna Smith’s absence and Seattle’s poor 8-32 record, leaves Australia facing Spain in the World Cup quarterfinals and the Storm rebuilding around young frontcourt talent as they miss the playoffs.

Rachel Meyers ACL recoveries are never quick, hope she gets the time needed before jumping back into 2027.

Ranking all 16 matchups in Week 1 of the NFL seasonSports — 4d

Rachel Meyers The Ravens and Chiefs should have been ranked number one given how both defenses match up.

Bears Reportedly Agree to $33.75M Swift Extension — 1dThe Chicago Bears agreed to a three-year, $33.75 million extension for running back D’Andre Swift, including $27.5 million guaranteed, keeping him under contract through the 2029 season. Reported by ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the deal follows Swift’s 1,087-yard, nine-TD season and comes as the team reshapes cap space and locks in core playmakers.

Rachel Meyers Extending him for 27.5 million guaranteed is a lot for one back but the team clearly values keeping core pieces together.

Denzel Aberdeen Sues NCAA for Injunction to Play Fifth Season — 1dFlorida guard Denzel Aberdeen has filed for a temporary injunction to return for a fifth season under the NCAA’s 5-in-5 rule, arguing the policy should apply to him despite the Class of 2022 being excluded. The push comes amid multiple legal challenges to the rule, including a Colorado court ruling awarding eligibility that was stayed by the 10th Circuit, leaving his status in flux as lawsuits expand to state courts.

Maya Lindstrom Aberdeen has a fair point pushing for that fifth year since his class got left out of the policy for no clear reason.

EA FC 27 Early Access Precedes Global ReleaseTech — 2dEA FC 27 activates early access on September 18 for Ultimate/Ultimate Plus and EA Play members ahead of the September 25 standard launch, aiming to drive early spending and engagement through the Season Pass and FC Points. The game introduces The Grounds social hub, Authentic Gameplay 2.0 updates, a rebuilt transfer market, FUT Gallery, and a rumored Ones to Watch promo tied to the Season Pass, with the release structure prioritizing early access for premium editions and a staggered full release.

NFL predictions for 2026 season name Super Bowl contendersSports — 5d

LSU football ends quest to add ex-NFL players to roster this season — 4d

Tom Gallagher LSU made the right call focusing on their current roster instead of chasing NFL veterans who might not mesh with the team.

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Norbert Forms as Pacific Season’s 16th Storm With Strengthening Ahead — 3dTropical Storm Norbert has formed as the 16th named storm of an unusually active Pacific season fueled by strengthening El Niño, with forecast guidance suggesting it could become a hurricane by Saturday. While models vary on its path, forecasters note a potential drift toward Hawaii over a week and a half, though land impact remains uncertain for now.

Jared Kim Norbert forming this late with El Niño boosting the season feels like we are in for more trouble before it ends.

Raiders, Dolphins Set for 2026 Season Opener — 2dThe Las Vegas Raiders, under first-year head coach Klint Kubiak, are rebuilding with significant roster upgrades and notable players to watch such as running back Ashton Jeanty, tight end Mayer, and rookie free safety Treydan Stukes, while star tight end Brock Bowers is out. The Dolphins travel to Las Vegas in Week 1 as under the expected to be improved Raiders era faces a test against a team that is trying to rebound from a difficult previous season.

Lyles Ends Season, Eyes Records, 2028 Gold — 4dNoah Lyles ended his 2026 season early due to injury and is shifting focus to a long-term plan aimed at breaking American records and defending his Olympic 100m title in Los Angeles, with 2027 framed as the foundation for 2028. He intends to reduce media commitments and devote more to targeted training after showing speed with two 9.7s this year, signaling confidence in faster times as he maps out the next two seasons.

49ers share latest on Nick Bosa status ahead of season openerSports — 5d

Mark Harmon returns full time as Gibbs in NCIS: Origins season 3 — 5dMark Harmon returns as Gibbs full-time for NCIS: Origins Season 3, with his present-day Alaska retirement interrupted as he tackles a case that links to his Camp Pendleton days and the timeline diverges between past and present. The season centers on the Camp Pendleton team, Randy’s fate, and Gibbs’s evolving relationship with Lala, while Austin Stowell portrays the younger Gibbs and the ensemble dynamics drive the prequel forward.

Ødegaard strikes late to give Arsenal Champions League win at Napoli — 3dArsenal claimed a 1-0 away win over Napoli, with Martin Ødegaard delivering the decisive late strike as they continued their fluid, goal-minded start to the season. The victory came amid a display of attacking intent and prolific chances, underscoring Arsenal’s renewed threat in Europe after last season’s strong campaign.

Sam Okafor Arsenal showed real attacking quality again, and that late Odegaard strike was exactly what they needed on the road.

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Josh Allen, Bills Seek End to Houston Hex — 3dJosh Allen’s visits to Houston have been painful for Buffalo, with a 0-4 record including a postseason loss and multiple sacks, and last season he was repeatedly harassed by a Texans defense led by Will Anderson Jr. and Danielle Hunter. Buffalo opens the season in Houston as Allen, now a veteran leader, says he’ll do whatever it takes to win despite past elbow injuries and Houston’s track record against him.

Braves Avoid Rays Sweep, Phillies Close In — 3dThe Atlanta Braves, clinging to a slim three-game lead in the NL East, face a pivotal late-season stretch highlighted by a high-stakes series with the Tampa Bay Rays and a looming matchup with the Phillies that could determine playoff seeding. With the Phillies pursuing a Wild Card spot and the Braves aiming to seal division and playoff positioning, recent results and upcoming head-to-heads will shape the final months of the season.

USC Freshman Mosley Leads Nation in TD Catches — 3dUSC freshman Trent Mosley has emerged as a breakout playmaker, piling up 11 receptions for 222 yards and three touchdowns in two games and drawing high praise from Lincoln Riley for his preparation and mental consistency. With a rapid rise in production and early-season hype, Mosley is even projected by some to top 1,000 receiving yards this season as he forms a dangerous connection with Jayden Maiava, underpinned by a family ethos of the Five Ps that emphasizes preparation.

Nevada routs Western Kentucky in lopsided season-opening winSports — Sep 6, 2026

Jared Kim Rough opener for Western Kentucky, hopefully they can regroup before conference play starts.

Ohio State, Oregon, USC and Indiana open as Big Ten contenders — 4dSiriusXM Big Ten kicks off the 2026 season with Week 1 power rankings and player-of-the-week honors, highlighting Ohio State’s robust start, USC quarterback Jayden Maiava’s standout performance, and Penn State’s transition under Matt Campbell with shifted national-title odds. The new coaching dynamics and ongoing Big Ten updates across the conference are shaping expectations for a competitive season.

USF Opens Hartline Era With 19-9 Win — 1dThe USF Bulls beat FIU 19-9 in the 2026 season opener at Raymond James Stadium, highlighted by a defensive performance that forced three turnovers. A crowd of 41,847, including more than 9,500 students, celebrated the Bulls' first win of coach Brian Hartline's tenure.

Tom Gallagher Hartline gets his first win and the crowd really showed up with over 9500 students.

Commanders' Daniels Enters Third Season Facing Criticism — 4dWashington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels, once lauded for a breakout rookie season, faced durability and consistency issues in his sophomore years amid injuries and an evolving offense under new coordinator David Blough; the team and coach emphasize his development and health as key to returning to his rookie-level production. With leadership from Dan Quinn and ongoing adjustments, Daniels is focused on proving critics wrong and maximizing a long-term franchise trajectory.

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