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Should Will Benson get a shot at HITTING LEADOFF for the Cincinnati Reds | Analysis, Breakdown
Craig Sandlin and Greg Kuffner discuss if Will Benson could be an option to hit leadoff for the Cincinnati Reds given his patience at the plate and high on base percentage this year. ------------------------------------ Check out our partners ⤵️ Get 20% off sitewide at Homage with promo code CHATTER at checkout: homage.com/CBOX The Anthony Muñoz 78 Cigar! Get your box today: https://www.anthonymunoz.com/anthony-munoz-78-cigars Apply today at Sharefax Credit Union: Sharefax.org or call 513-753-2440 Learn more about our friends at QC Kinetix! Call (513) 655-3356 or visit qckinetix.com It’s OK not to be OK! Need Help? Call or text 988 DAY OR NIGHT or visit mantherapy.or ----------------------------------- As the Cincinnati Reds look to optimize their lineup for the 2026 season, Will Benson presents a high-risk, high-reward option as the lead-off hitter, blending elite speed with a penchant for high-variance offensive production. His viability stems from a 2023–2024 profile that suggested top-tier talent, tempered by significant 2024 regressions and a 2025 season filled with demotions, high hard-hit rates, and, ultimately, poor luck. Previous Leadoff Experience and Performance Benson has served as a leadoff option in various capacities since joining the Reds, though he has not solidified himself as the exclusive table-setter. In 2024, he hit the first leadoff home run of his Major League career on May 16th against Tyler Glasnow, a 439-foot blast. His 2023 form was particularly promising, where he hit \(.275\) with a \(.365\) on-base percentage (OBP) across 108 games, showing the patience and discipline often required of a leadoff hitter. Reds Metrics and Career Path Benson’s tenure in Cincinnati has been streaky. After a breakout 2023, he fell to a \(.187\) batting average in 343 at-bats in 2024, while his strikeout rate remained high. However, his underlying, or expected, stats often paint a brighter picture. In early 2025, despite a low batting average, he was among the league leaders in barrel rate, average exit velocity, and hard-hit percentage (top 15%), suggesting a significant positive regression was on the horizon. As of May 9, 2026, he has struggled early, with a \(.207\) average in 31 games, but maintaining high power and on-base potential, including 13 walks. Viability for 2026 Benson's main strength as a leadoff hitter is his ability to get on base (.352 OBP in 2026) and his 94th-percentile speed, which provides run-scoring potential. His 2025 season showed a refined approach, reducing his strikeout rate to 26.5% and swinging more in the zone. However, his inconsistency and inability to consistently produce against left-handed pitchers make him a specialized option, often best used when he is in a hot streak. His 2026 outlook under Manager Terry Francona is that of a "streaky" player who can carry the offense when hot, but who must be managed carefully regarding his playing time against tough left-handed matchups. If he can match his 2025 Statcast metrics—where he ranked in the top 15% in expected slugging (\(xSLG\)) and hard-hit rate—with better fortune on balls in play (\(BABIP\)), he could finally provide the consistent speed-and-power lead-off combo the Reds have needed since his breakout 2023.
Canadiens dominate Sabres 5-1 | Playoff Live Reaction | May 8, 2026
Andrew Berkshire and Jordan Hachey bring your Habs postgame analysis and vibe check after the Montreal Canadiens face off against the Buffalo Sabres for game two of their second round playoff series. The Habs need to bring a bit more thunder to this next game! Prefer to listen? Check out the podcast version Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3za6RvucTRR6oulPJsRys3 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/game-over-montreal/id1770598572 Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/a6977f1b-5eff-45fa-9ff6-50e801f4843f/game-over-montreal Direct: https://redcircle.com/shows/3cdf11c4-092b-4141-8d59-e06f89a83ec4 Our partners Check out Inchoo Bijoux: https://inchoobijoux.com/ Check out Le Saint Motel: https://lesaintmotel.com/ Did you know that Game Over Montreal has a partnership with @HabsEOTP? Head to https://www.habseyesontheprize.com right now and read Game Over Network founder Andrew Berkshire's weekly analysis on all things Habs. --- Explore More: 🌐 [Visit the Game Over Network](https://www.thegameovernetwork.com) 🏠 [Set Game Over Montreal as your homepage](https://www.thegameovernetwork.com/pages/montreal) 🎉 [Donate via La Ruche](#) and earn awesome rewards! 💥 [Support us on Patreon](https://www.patreon.com/thegameovernetwork) for exclusive perks! 💬 [Join our Discord community](https://discord.gg/Wp98Y8sGeT) --- Interested in sponsoring the Game Over Network? 📧 Contact us at: [info@thegameovernetwork.com](mailto:info@thegameovernetwork.com) --- Follow the Crew: - Conor Tomalty 🐦 [Twitter](https://x.com/Conor_Tomalty?t=-t8dlJZGytjgFZoYNRHceg&s=09) | 📸 [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/conor_tomalty/profilecard/?igsh=MXFpbmZxa3QxNDZ3YQ==) - Kay Imam 🦅 [Bluesky](https://bsky.app/profile/linecomposition.bsky.social) | 🐦 [Twitter](https://twitter.com/Kay_imw) - Jordan Hachey 🦅 [Bluesky](https://bsky.app/profile/jhacheyradio) | 📸 [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/jhacheyradio/) - Andrew Berkshire 🎵 [TikTok](https://www.tiktok.com/@andrewberkshire) | 📸 [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/andrewberkshire) | 🦅 [Bluesky](https://bsky.app/profile/berkshire.bsky.social) | 🌍 [Threads](https://www.threads.net/@andrewberkshire) - Marc Dumont 🐦 [Twitter](https://twitter.com/marcpdumont) | 📸 [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/marcpdumont) --- Watch Game On Montreal for all your Canadiens news: 🔴 [@GameOverMontreal](https://www.youtube.com/@GameOverMontreal) --- Credits: 🎨 Overlays by Dave Murray: [Dave Murray Illustration](https://davemurrayillustration.com) and Maude Schoblocher (@GameOverOttawa). 🎬 Intro/Outro Videos by Charlie Arsenault. 🎙️ Voice work by Steena Carey: [Steena Carey Voiceover](https://www.steenacareyvoiceover.com/)
Josh Giddey TRADE? | Chicago Bulls Rumors
Chicago Bulls news and rumors discussed on today’s show are all about Josh Giddey. Sign up for PrizePicks with code: HMA and get $50 in lineups instantly when you play your first $5+ lineup! https://link.prizepicks.com/LME0/CHAT. After the Bulls hired VP of basketball operations Bryson Graham, it sounds more likely that Josh Giddey will be traded. The Bulls had high hopes for Josh Giddey and rewarded him with a four-year contract. However, Giddey’s stats declined after a hot start to the NBA season. We also talk about the Bulls draft lottery odds heading into Sunday. Bulls Report host Patrick Siepman shares his thoughts on the latest Chicago Bulls news and rumors on today’s Bulls YouTube show! Subscribe to the Bulls Report for all Bulls news and rumors throughout the 2025-26 NBA season: https://www.youtube.com/@bullsreport?sub_confirmation=1 Share our Bulls Report videos right now! Why the Bulls should trade Josh Giddey: He can’t guard Zero shot creation Not physical Needs ball to be impactful Below average athlete Let Sieps hear you on Twitter! https://x.com/PatSieps Want more Bulls news and rumors? Check out our website: https://www.chatsports.com/chicago-bulls/ We've got more Bulls YouTube videos for you to check out: - Chicago Bulls Just Got A Double Dose Of GREAT NEWS!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Er_ywEsnu0 - WTF… INSANE Chicago Bulls Mock Draft via Bleacher Report: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nmaAXwJ5e2c -🚨REPORT: Bulls Next Head Coach EMERGES After Hiring Bryson Graham: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vRw0rZc6vpE After you subscribe, turn on those notis! Josh Giddey 2025-26 stats: - Pre All-Star (34 GP): 18.6 PPG, 8.6 RPG, 8.8 APG, 46.2 FG%, 36.6 3P% - Post All-Star (20 GP): 14.4 PPG, 7.8 RPG, 9.8 APG, 42.1 FG%, 36.1 3P% You know ball? Prove it in the comments section! - Should the Bulls trade Josh Giddey? Type ‘Y’ for Yes or ‘N’ for No Want the Bulls to win it all? Hit the thumbs up icon! Want more NBA content? Subscribe to Chat Sports! http://www.youtube.com/@chatsports?sub_confirmation=1 #ChicagoBulls #BullsNews #BullsRumors #CSPP2026 #ad #CSB
2026 CHS Rowing Introductions
And now, as they prepare to take to the water this morning in the state championships, here are your CHS Rowing Crusaders, from hometowns across Western New York and beyond ... Coach Jacob Filby ’14 and the Crusaders, who have won national titles the last four years, take their first steps toward that goal today and tomorrow at the New York State Scholastic Rowing Championships on Saratoga Springs’ Fish Creek. Check out the Crusaders’ season results, roster and fun photo gallery at canisiussports.com Young athletes looking to start a rewarding career in this great sport can do so during our Best. Summer. Ever. camps via canisiushigh.org/bestsummerever Students and families interested in the championship tradition of CHS Rowing and the excellence only found in a Jesuit education at Canisius – ranked by Niche.com as Buffalo’s “Best Catholic School” and WNY’s top private school in “Best High Schools for Athletes” – can learn more by arranging an on-campus experience via canisiushigh.org/visit This place is special. Let us show you why. #amdg #gocrusaders #pursueexcellence #highschoolsports #rowing
Kansas City Royals beat Detroit Tigers 4-3
This battle was a straight reminder that the game isn't over until you finish it. Detroit had a 3-1 lead late, but Kansas City just stayed present, chipped away with a 2-run 8th, then let Isbel step into the moment with a walk-off in the 9th after already making game-saving plays in the field. That's what this game will always reward ... not who rides the highs, but who stays locked in when it gets uncomfortable. No panic, no rush. Just trust your preparation and compete until that last out is earned. That's the edge. #forty4Baseball === Baseball isn't a season. It's a lifestyle we get to live one inning at a time. ⚾ If you love baseball, you're in the right dugout. Let's talk ball ⚾
Houston Astros beat Cincinnati Reds 10-0
The Astros just put on a clinic - 10 runs on 13 hits, four homers, and a quiet, dominant 7-inning, 0 ER outing from Burrows to set the tone early. That 5-run 9th wasn't just insurance ... it was a statement. This is that reminder we talk about all the time: when the approach is locked in and the energy stays consistent, the game rewards you. Houston didn't chase it - they built it, inning by inning. That's baseball. That's the standard. #forty4Baseball === Baseball isn't a season. It's a lifestyle we get to live one inning at a time. ⚾ If you love baseball, you're in the right dugout. Let's talk ball ⚾
ORLANDOS HISTORIC DISASTER! 🤯 | Crunchtime World 🏀
ORLANDOS HISTORIC DISASTER! 🤯 23 Misses in a Row & Coach FIRED! This wasn’t just a playoff collapse — this was a historic meltdown. The Orlando Magic were up by 22 points… and then did the impossible: 23 missed shots in a row. A negative record that might stand forever — and now it has its first major consequence: Head coach Jamahl Mosley is OUT. Also in today’s episode: Bronny playing “look-down defense” on Luka Doncic. 😂 Joel Embiid stealing towels and wiping his face with them. LeBron leading the Lakers without Luka — with help from his “fourth kid”? Enjoy the new episode of Crunchtime! Chapters: 00:00 🎬 Intro: The Record Shock 00:29 🤡 Fails & Funnies: Bronny vs Luka & Jokic Madness 02:17 📉 Orlando Disaster: 23 Misses in a Row & Coach Fired 04:35 🧼 MWeekP: Embiid Dominates & Towel-Gate 05:46 🤬 Trash Talk: Embiid vs Jaylen Brown 06:21 🔥 Heat Check: LeBron vs Father Time 07:15 🏆 Rewards: 83–36?! Knicks Destroy the Hawks 08:16 ✈️ Flylights 🏀 Crunchtime – your weekly NBA show covering the hottest storylines! 🎤 Hosted by: Carlo Ortmann Follow Crunchtime on all platforms! 👇 🇩🇪 YouTube (German): CrunchtimeNBA 🇺🇸 YouTube (English): CrunchtimeWorld 📸 Instagram: crunchtime.nba 🎥 TikTok: crunchtime.nba #OrlandoMagic #NBAPlayoffs #JamahlMosley
What’s Worse: Joel Embiid’s Flopping or the 76ers Geo-Blocking Ticket Sales? | The Rich Eisen Show
Rich Eisen, Celtics fan Chris Brockman and 76ers fan TJ Jefferson react to the Sixers eliminating Boston from the playoffs in Game 7 amid Jaylen Brown’s postgame chirping about officials rewarding Joel Embiid for flopping. Tune in to the Emmy-nominated Rich Eisen Show live weekdays from Noon to 3PM ET on Disney+, ESPN+, ESPN Radio, and streaming on SiriusXM channel 80. == WATCH LIVE HERE == https://www.disneyplus.com/browse/entity-96c14d82-11cd-470a-96d4-aa070f6e42b2 == SUBSCRIBE HERE == https://bit.ly/2VjWSBC == FOLLOW US HERE == https://www.instagram.com/richeisenshow/ https://www.twitter.com/RichEisenShow https://www.facebook.com/RichEisenShow https://www.tiktok.com/@thericheisenshow #richeisenshow #nba #basketball