The Cubs' star center fielder hit another level midway through the 2026 season. Here's what shaped PCA's superstar turn.
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Live updates, reaction as Man United sack Michael Carrick as manager
Manchester United have sacked manager Michael Carrick after a poor run of results. Follow along for the latest reaction, and speculation over who might replace him.
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How Carrick won the Man United job, then lost it 10 months later
Michael Carrick performed excellently as a caretaker and impressed the club hierarchy, but doubts over Manchester United's performances and identity never fully disappeared.
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The ACC and strength of schedule top this week's Anger Index
What teams have the most to be upset about over the latest CFP ranking.
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Who's on the CFP bubble after the committee's second ranking?
A conference-by-conference look at which teams are contending for the playoff, who's close and who's out.
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MLB Awards Week: Misiorowski, Schlittler are unanimous Cy Young winners
Milwaukee's Jacob Misiorowski and New York's Cam Schlittler capped dominant 2026 seasons by sweeping all 30 first-place votes to win their respective Cy Young Awards.
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The oldest grudge in football
When Texas Tech and its brash benefactor bought their way into the college football big time, they were settling an old West Texas score.