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Rays Sweep Yankees to Reach ALCS — 5dThe Yankees fell 5-2 to the Rays in ALDS Game 2, dropping the series 0-2 after four errors and a quiet offense left them facing elimination. Jazz Chisholm Jr. said he would still attempt the first-inning throw that helped Tampa score, drawing fan backlash, while also acknowledging that the Yankees beat themselves and the Rays capitalized.

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Rays plan 2027 center previewing $2.3B Tampa stadiumSports — 4dThe Tampa Bay Rays plan to open a nearly 15,000-square-foot experience center in Westshore in early 2027, giving fans an interactive preview of the team’s planned 2029 ballpark and surrounding district. The center will include public exhibits and activities, while appointment-only areas will showcase seating and premium offerings to prospective ticket buyers and business partners.

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Texas Tech’s Cameron Dickey has negative X-raysSports — Oct 4, 2026Texas Tech running back Cameron Dickey left the win over Colorado with an ankle injury, but X-rays were negative and coach Joey McGuire said it may be a high ankle sprain. His recovery timeline is unclear; the bye week gives him time to heal while J’Koby Williams and Quinten Joyner could take on larger roles.

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Yankees Swept, Legends Urge Philosophy Change — 2dAfter the Yankees were swept by the Rays in the American League Division Series, Alex Rodriguez called for a change in the team’s baseball philosophy and urged general manager Brian Cashman to strengthen his baseball advisers. Derek Jeter also criticized the team’s execution, while Aaron Judge said the front office should address the roster’s holes.

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Dodgers, Brewers Advance to NLCS — 5dThe Dodgers beat the Braves 3-1 to take a 2-1 lead in their National League Division Series. The White Sox and Rays also entered Wednesday with 2-0 leads and a chance to advance, while several other division series could be decided that day.

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AP Top 25 College Football TeamsRankingCollege football fans argue endlessly over which programs deserve the top spots in the AP Poll based on wins, schedule strength, and legacy.

Rays Take 2-0 ALDS Lead Over Yankees — Sep 30, 2026The Yankees advanced to face AL East champion Tampa Bay in a closely matched best-of-five Division Series after sweeping Boston, though the Rays won the regular-season series 7-6. New York’s strong pitching—including left-handers who could exploit Tampa Bay’s reported struggles against lefties—will be tested by a well-rounded Rays team featuring a potent offense and aggressive baserunning.

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Yankees' Volpe Homer Overturned After Fan Interference — 3dAnthony Volpe’s apparent game-tying two-run homer for the Yankees against the Rays in Game 3 of the ALDS was overturned after replay showed a fan reached over the wall and interfered. Officials ruled the ball would not have cleared the fence or been caught, awarding Volpe an RBI double that left New York trailing by one as Tampa Bay pursued a sweep.

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Braves Even NLDS; White Sox, Rays Take Leads — Sep 30, 2026The Braves face a win-or-go-home Game 3 against the Phillies, opening with left-hander Ray Kerr before turning to Grant Holmes in an effort to contain Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper. Atlanta will also need to generate offense against Aaron Nola to keep its season alive.

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Raye says Jordan is friend, teases project — Sep 28, 2026Raye dismissed dating rumors about Michael B. Jordan, saying they are “just friends who like roller coasters,” and confirmed they are working on a project she cannot yet discuss. At the 2026 MTV VMAs, she also spoke about her George Michael tribute performance and said she would welcome a collaboration with Madonna.

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Mets' Soto exits after hand injury, X-rays negative — Sep 26, 2026Mets' Juan Soto exits 7-1 win after right-hand HBP; X-rays negative. Green: "He got squared up on his hand pretty good." Unsure for Sunday finale.

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Sam Okafor At least the Mets won big but they need Soto in the lineup.

Audrina Patridge Says Split From Michael Ray Came Two Years In — Sep 25, 2026Audrina Patridge and country singer Michael Ray have split after about two years together, and Patridge says she has been single since July and is easing back into dating. She remains open to marriage with the right person and prefers meeting potential partners through friends or in person.

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Sam Okafor Still wanting marriage after this shows she's not letting one relationship sour the whole idea.

Most Influential Women in World HistoryYourlist — RankingFrom ancient queens who ruled empires to modern activists who changed laws, these women left indelible marks on politics, science, and culture. Vote for who you think shaped history most profoundly.

Rays Beat Yankees 1-0 Behind Rasmussen — Oct 3, 2026The Yankees were held hitless through six innings by Tampa Bay starter Drew Rasmussen in Game 1 of the ALDS, trailing 1-0. Gerrit Cole started for New York in his postseason return from Tommy John surgery, while Aaron Judge’s availability for the series remained uncertain.

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Sam Okafor It's going to be hard for New York if Judge stays out, they already struggled to get anything going today.

Phillies activate Luzardo for season finale — Sep 27, 2026Phillies activated Jesus Luzardo from the 15-day IL on Sunday for the Rays finale, designating Jose Urquidy for assignment, with a playoff spot on the line.

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Dana Whitfield Designating Urquidy feels like the right call when every roster spot matters this late.

Lombard Homers, Yankees Rally Past Rays 6-4Sports — Sep 22, 2026Rookie George Lombard Jr. powered the Yankees’ 6-4 comeback win over the Rays with an RBI double, a daring slide to score and a tiebreaking two-run homer. The performance extended his recent hot streak as New York prepared for the postseason.

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Bills enter Patriots matchup with Benford and Davis questionable — Oct 2, 2026The Bills enter their Week 4 game against the Patriots with cornerback Christian Benford questionable after a toe injury and running back Ray Davis questionable with a hamstring issue; coach Joe Brady plans to assess Benford through game day. Defensive lineman T.J. Sanders is doubtful, while Davison Igbinosun could fill in for Benford and quarterback Josh Allen has no injury designation.

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Marcus Bell Sanders being doubtful adds pressure on the defensive line to hold up without extra depth.

Support Trump vs Support DemocratsYourlist — VS BattleEvery executive order, court fight, and agency purge just adds another tally mark to the same permanent scoreboard.

Rays’ Griffin Jax Exits After 104-Mph Line Drive — Sep 27, 2026Griffin Jax left after Trea Turner’s 104-mph line drive hit his lower back; diagnosed with contusion ahead of ALDS opener Oct. 3.

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Marcus Bell The Rays bullpen depth will be tested if Jax sits out the ALDS opener after that line drive.

Phillies Lose 2-0, Playoff Hopes Tighten — Sep 26, 2026Phillies managed four hits in a 2-0 shutout loss to the Rays on Sept. 25, 2026, their third straight defeat and 12th blanking of the season.

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Nicole Hardy Twelve blankings this season shows the lineup has real problems scoring runs.

Caminero’s 41st Homer Lifts Rays Past Athletics — Sep 16, 2026Junior Caminero’s AL-leading 41st home run, an opposite-field walk-off leading off the ninth, lifted the Rays to a 2-1 win over the Athletics.

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Derek Foss The Rays pitching and hitting combo is keeping them on top of the East with these close wins.

Rays Sweep Astros, First AL Team to 90 Wins — Sep 13, 2026The Tampa Bay Rays routed the Houston Astros 14-4 to become the first American League team to reach 90 wins, with Jonathan Aranda homering twice and Freddy Peralta tossing five hitless innings. Houston fell to 75-75 and was swept in the series, highlighting the Rays as the AL’s premier team this season.

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Maya Lindstrom The Rays look like the team to beat in the AL with that kind of offensive outburst and strong pitching.

Acuña Exits With Shin Contusion, X-Rays Negative but Availability Uncertain — Sep 23, 2026Ronald Acuña Jr. exited Tuesday's Braves-Reds game after fouling a ball off his left leg, adding to a season plagued by injuries that have kept him to roughly 104 games. With the Braves eyeing the postseason, the club awaits further evaluation—potential X-rays—and updates after he walked off on his own power following the latest foul ball to his left leg, and he has a history of hamstring issues this year.

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Marcus Bell Acuña's leg issues keep piling up and it's tough to see the Braves make a deep run without him healthy.

MLB Attendance Reaches Highest Since 2017Sports — Sep 28, 2026MLB attendance rose for a fourth consecutive year to 71.75 million, its highest total since 2017. The Tampa Bay Rays had the biggest increase after returning to Tropicana Field, while the Los Angeles Dodgers led the league with a team-record 4.03 million fans.

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Hans Anders suspends smart-glasses sales in Netherlands, Belgium — Oct 1, 2026Hans Anders has suspended sales of Meta’s camera-equipped Ray-Ban glasses in the Netherlands and Belgium amid mounting privacy concerns and public and political scrutiny; another Dutch retailer has also paused sales. Meta says a visible recording light and anti-tampering safeguards protect bystanders, while Dutch authorities and advocacy groups are considering further action over covert filming risks.

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Blue Jays Rookie Bateman Exits With Hip Injury After Sliding Catch — Sep 22, 2026Blue Jays rookie Brett Bateman exited Monday vs. Orioles with right hip discomfort after a second-inning sliding catch; X-rays negative for fracture.

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Elena Vasquez That sliding catch was impressive but it cost Bateman with a hip injury. Hope it's not serious for the rookie.

VMAs Honor George Michael With Star-Studded Tribute — Sep 25, 2026RAYE, SOMBR and Teddy Swims honored George Michael at the 2026 MTV Video Music Awards with performances of his hits, including “Faith,” “Father Figure,” “I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me)” and “Careless Whisper.” Adam Lambert made a surprise appearance to lead “Freedom! ’90,” celebrating Michael’s lasting influence and his history with the VMAs.

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