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Can Matt Olson STEAL the NL MVP from Ohtani?!
The MLB season keeps delivering surprises, and this week on *Dugout Debrief with Chris Deluca*, we break down the biggest stories shaking up baseball right now. Chris ranks the TOP 5 pitching rotations in Major League Baseball as teams continue battling inconsistency across the league. Which staffs still look dominant? Which preseason favorites are falling apart? From elite aces to complete rotations carrying contenders, we dive deep into the arms defining the 2026 MLB season. We also discuss the massive news surrounding Detroit Tigers ace Tarik Skubal after the back-to-back AL Cy Young winner undergoes elbow surgery that will sideline him for significant time. What does this mean for Detroit’s playoff hopes and Skubal’s future moving forward? Plus, Matt Olson is off to a scorching start this season. Can the Braves slugger seriously challenge Shohei Ohtani in the NL MVP race? Chris breaks down Olson’s dominant numbers, Atlanta’s outlook, and whether Ohtani’s reign as baseball’s biggest star could finally face legitimate competition. We also take time to remember legendary Yankees broadcaster John Sterling and reflect on the unforgettable calls and moments that made him one of the most iconic voices in baseball history. ⚾ Top 5 MLB Rotations ⚾ Tarik Skubal Injury Fallout ⚾ Matt Olson MVP Discussion ⚾ Ohtani vs Olson Debate ⚾ Remembering John Sterling ⚾ MLB News, Analysis & Reactions Subscribe to *Dugout Debrief with Chris Deluca* for weekly MLB coverage, breaking baseball news, rankings, debates, reactions, and analysis throughout the 2026 MLB season. #MLB #Baseball #TarikSkubal #MattOlson #ShoheiOhtani #AtlantaBraves #DetroitTigers #NewYorkYankees #JohnSterling #MLBPodcast #BaseballTalk #MLBNews #DugoutDebrief
Puskas Award 2026 • 40 Possible Contenders
Puskas Award 2026 • 40 Possible Contenders ft. Arda Güler, Cristiano Ronaldo, Dominik Szoboszlai, Luis Diaz, Ousmane ...
NHL Playoffs Roundup 🏆: Maple Leafs Secure #1 Draft Pick + Ducks' Troy Terry Interview | The Drop
The Drop presented by @Discover is back with Phil Murphy and Greg Wyshynski as they break down the biggest stories from around the Stanley Cup Playoffs — from Winners and Losers across the league, including Toronto’s GM shake‑up, Carolina’s Beer Skates takeover, and the ongoing Gritty‑Stormy mascot chaos, to whether we’re headed toward a brand‑new Stanley Cup champion with several contenders chasing history. We dive into every series, from the Wild–Avalanche battle and the Ducks–Golden Knights clash to the Hurricanes taking a 2‑0 lead over the Flyers and a fresh look at Canadiens–Sabres before Game 1. Plus, we sit down with Anaheim Ducks winger Troy Terry, fresh off an eight‑point first round, to talk beating Edmonton, the Ducks’ young core, and what he’s watching in Round 2. And with the draft lottery in the books, we take our first look at how the board could shake out. All that and more. 00:00 Welcome to the show! 01:00 Winner Avalanche and Hurricanes Unbeaten 02:00 Loser: Bad Vibes at Toronto Maple Leafs Press conference 03:00 Winner Beer! 04:00 Loser: Nightmare Gritty 05:15 Winner: New Playoff Blood 06:10 Loser: Oilers' Window 8:00 Wild Avalanche Series 09:00 Ducks Golden Knights Series 10:25 Flyers Hurricanes Series 12:00 Canadiens Buffalo Series 13:00 Troy Terry joins the show! 23:00 NHL Draft Lottery - Maple Leafs secure pick #1 30:00 Thanks for Watching! ✔️ Subscribe to ESPN Unlimited: https://plus.espn.com/nhl #ESPN
LIFELINE: New Orleans Pelicans’ Lottery Odds BOOST and Zion Williamson’s Path Out of NBA Purgatory
New NBA Draft lottery odds may offer the New Orleans Pelicans a long-awaited escape from mediocrity, but will luck or leadership define their future? Jake Madison breaks down how the league’s revamped system shakes up tanking strategies, potentially boosts the Pelicans’ shot at top picks, and punishes organizational missteps for teams like the Chicago Bulls and Washington Wizards. With Zion Williamson as the centerpiece and a renewed focus on competitiveness, can New Orleans capitalize on this opportunity or will the new rules expose deeper franchise issues? Key topics include the ripple effects of the lottery reform, the risks of banking on luck versus sound roster decisions, and lessons from the NBA Playoffs—especially the importance of quality three-point shots over sheer volume. Jake Madison also spotlights how teams like the Boston Celtics and Minnesota Timberwolves are redefining postseason success, offering insights on what the Pelicans must learn to build a true contender. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-pelicans/ Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/nba #NewOrleansPelicans #ZionWilliamson #NBA #pelicans Everydayer Club If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everydayerclub Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY Get candy-flavored chaos with Fruity Rainbow 5-hour ENERGY®️ Shots - available online at https://5hourENERGY.com or Amazon KALSHI For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything. DoorDash From tipoff to overtime, stay in your bag and order on DoorDash. Get snacks, drinks, gear — whatever gets you through the season — delivered right to your door. DoorDash. In your bag all season long. Reddit Reddit is where the real fans hang out. Download the Reddit app and dive into your favorite team for hot takes, fresh memes, and the group chat that never sleeps. Quo Make this the year where no opportunity - and no cutsomer - slips away. Try Quo for free plus get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to http://Quo.com/lockedonnba. Betterhelp This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/LOCKEDONNBA. Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. PrizePicks Download the PrizePicks app today and use code LOCKEDONNFL to get $50 in lineups after you play your first $5 lineup. Click Here: https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/LOCKEDONNBA Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN)
Twins Edge Braves 1-0 in World Series Game 7 Thriller
The 1991 World Series Game 7 saw the Minnesota Twins defeat the Atlanta Braves 1-0 in 10 innings, clinching the championship. Jack Morris delivered a historic 10-inning shutout, while the Braves' offense struggled to capitalize on scoring opportunities. This dramatic contest, decided by Gene Larkin's walk-off single, marked a pivotal moment for both franchises. For the Braves, despite the loss, it signaled the beginning of a dynasty under owner Ted Turner, transforming them into a perennial contender after an improbable worst-to-first season. --- Music: "News Theme 1" by Audionautix (http://audionautix.com/) | License: CC BY 4.0 (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) #tedturner #janefonda #tedTurnerNetWorth #lewyBodyDementia #tedturnerwife #tedTurnerCauseOfDeath #tedturnerdeath #tedTurnerChildren #janeFondaTedTurner #whoWasTedTurnerMarriedTo #tedTurnerNetWorth2026 #testurner #tedturnerage #howDidTedTurnerDie #tedturnerdied
TV TORTURE: Calgary Flames Fans ENDURE NHL Draft Lottery Show, Craig Conroy SHARES #6 Pick Approach
Draft lottery drama leaves Calgary Flames fans frustrated as the team secures the sixth overall pick, fueling skepticism about lottery luck and the NHL’s drawn-out TV spectacle. Is this latest setback a missed opportunity for a true rebuild, or can GM Craig Conroy’s “best player available” approach still deliver a franchise-altering talent? We examine the Flames’ shifting draft strategy, the potential pool of top prospects, including names like Matvei Gridin, Zayne Parekh, and Cole Reschny, and what Theo Stockselius’ signing means for Calgary’s future at center. Plus, relive the iconic 1986 playoff win over the Edmonton Oilers and discover why Flames origin stories still resonate four decades later. Can Calgary overcome its draft lottery curse and build a contender with smart picks and a deepening prospect pipeline? Timestamps 00:00 Draft Lottery Reaction — TV Show, Flames Land 6th Pick 06:50 Craig Conroy on Draft Strategy — Best Player Available, Draft Board 15:40 Prospect Update & History — Theo Stoxelius Signing, Top Prospects, 1986 Battle of Alberta Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/podcasts/locked-on-flames/ Locked On NHL League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Prospects & More 🎧 https://linktr.ee/LockedOnNHL Follow the show on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LockedOnNHLPods Everydayer Club Join the Everydayer Club for ad-free audio, access to our group chat on Discord, and more. Use code DEADLINE ahead of the trade deadline for one month free. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonflames.supercast.com/ Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! Indeed Now, you can speed up your hiring process with a $75 Sponsored Job Credit. Just go to https://indeed.com/podcast right now and support our show by saying you heard about Indeed on this podcast. Terms and conditions apply. KALSHI For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything. Gametime Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms apply. Download Gametime today. What time is it? Gametime. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. Right now new customers can bet just five dollars and get one-hundred and fifty dollars in bonus bets if your first bet wins. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started — Play Your Game. 5-Hour ENERGY The Cotton Candy flavor is HERE on https://5hourEnergy.com or Amazon, crack open Cotton Candy 5-hour ENERGY®️ shot today! Rugiet Get 15% off your treatment → https://rugiet.com/lockedonnhl Rugiet. Performance medicine for men. Quo Make this the year where no opportunity — and no customer — slips away. Try Quo for free plus get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to http://Quo.com/lockedonnhl. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) #NHL #CalgaryFlames
San Diego State Aztecs QUICKLY From 3-9 To CFP Contenders in 2026?
San Diego State's potential to be a competitive team in the Pac-12 and even contend for a College Football Playoff spot, highlighting their significant improvement over the past two years. Welcome to Pac-12 Daily: your front row seat to the next era of college athletics. The new Pac-12 is rising with Oregon State, Washington State, and fresh faces like Boise State, Colorado State, Fresno State, San Diego State, Utah State, Texas State, and Gonzaga basketball. Here you’ll find bold takes, breaking news, recruiting battles, game previews, rivalries, and the stories no one else is telling. From the legacy of the old Pac-12 to the rebuild that’s about to shake up college sports, we’ve got you covered. 👉 For more in-depth coverage, visit: https://blueprintsportsnetwork.com/pac-12-daily/ Connect with Us: 🐦 Twitter/X: https://x.com/Pac12Daily 🌐 Website: https://blueprintsportsnetwork.com/ If you love real analysis and authentic coverage of the new Pac-12, hit that SUBSCRIBE button, drop a comment with your take, and share this video with other fans. Let’s build this community together.
BOMB NEWS! 2 NBA STARS OUT IN BOSTON? | TATUM SLAMS THE CELTICS | MAZZULLA ADMITS SHOCKING MISTAKE
BOSTON CELTICS NEWS What if this collapse was not the end of a contender, but the exact moment the Boston Celtics unlocked ...