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MLB insider makes shocking $100 million prediction for Sato
Bob Nightengale says Japanese free agent Teruaki Sato could command a contract worth $80 million to $100 million, surpassing Kazuma Okamoto’s deal with the Toronto Blue Jays. Sato, 27, is coming off a Triple Crown season with the Hanshin Tigers, where he hit .306 with 39 home runs and 106 RBIs.
18-Year-Old Japanese Baseball Phenom Draws MLB Interest
Shoki Oda, an 18-year-old right-handed pitcher from Yokohama High School, has attracted interview plans from representatives of 11 or 12 Major League Baseball teams. He has chosen to pursue baseball in the United States rather than Japan, after throwing a tournament-record 97 mph fastball at Koshien Stadium in August.
Thitikul, Yamashita Headline Toto Japan Classic in Final Asia Stop
Jeeno Thitikul and Miyu Yamashita headline the field at the Toto Japan Classic, the final event of the LPGA’s four-stop fall Asia swing. Yamashita arrives after a win at the Maybank Championship and leads the Vare Trophy race for low scoring. Shiho Kuwaki also returns to the LPGA after moving into the world’s top 10.
Blacked Canadiens blow 4-0 lead as Jets win in overtime
Winnipeg scored four goals in two minutes and six seconds to erase Montreal’s 4-0 lead, then beat the Canadiens 5-4 in overtime. The rally ended the Jets’ nine-game losing streak and set an NHL record for a four-goal comeback with less than three minutes remaining. Cole Caufield said Montreal had no excuse for the collapse.
John Eustace responds to Derby future after 4-0 loss
John Eustace says he will have to “wait and see” whether he remains Derby County manager for Friday’s game against Bolton. The Rams’ 4-0 home defeat to Norwich City followed a 4-1 loss to Millwall, intensifying pressure on the manager. Eustace accepted responsibility for the results but said he was “not a quitter.”
Bruno Fernandes backs Michael Carrick after Roma comeback
Bruno Fernandes said Michael Carrick was right to leave him out after the Manchester United manager dropped the captain following criticism of his tactics. Fernandes then scored a penalty and set up Matheus Cunha’s equaliser in a 3-2 Champions League comeback win over Roma, ending United’s nine-game winless run against the Italian side.
Bec Judd share $3 million in Point Of Law’s Cup win
Bec Judd and her husband, Chris, are part of the ownership group for Point Of Law, which won the Lexus Melbourne Cup with Ethan Brown aboard. The three-year-old colt earned $4.5 million in prize money, with more than $3 million going to the owners. The Judds celebrated the win on Melbourne Cup Day.
Moyes Says Grealish Still Has a Path Back at Everton
David Moyes says Jack Grealish can still have a future at Everton, but the manager has not set a date for the midfielder’s return. Grealish
Point of Law Wins Melbourne Cup After Late Charge Past Leader
Point of Law, previously owned by King Charles, won the Melbourne Cup after jockey Ethan Brown surged from the middle of the field to take the lead near the finish. Brown called the victory every jockey’s dream. The race also featured a late scratch after a stable worker mistakenly administered medication to Asterix.
Newcastle 0-1 Everton Premier: Barry seals away win
Thierno Barry’s second-half goal gave Everton a 1-0 Premier League win at Newcastle, while Jacob Ramsey was sent off in stoppage time. The defeat left Newcastle 13th and brought boos from the home crowd at half-time and full-time. Everton moved up to seventh after claiming their first away league win of the season.
Buccaneers shut out Falcons 16-0 without completing a pass
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers won without a completed pass, turning a rain-soaked divisional game into a 16-0 shutout of the Atlanta Falcons at Raymond James
Kimi Antonelli becomes F1’s youngest champion in Mexico
Kimi Antonelli sealed the Formula 1 title with a third-place finish at the Mexico City Grand Prix, becoming the sport’s youngest world champion at 20 years and 68 days. The Mercedes driver shared the podium with race winner Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton, while his championship lead reached 119 points with four races remaining.
Coach calls calm on Labuschagne as Australia weighs changes
Australia coach Andrew McDonald has stopped short of saying Marnus Labuschagne will be dropped for the home Tests against New Zealand after the team’s series loss in South Africa. McDonald said selectors would review the tour and leave Labuschagne’s position open, while Ian Healy urged Cricket Australia to consider Ricky Ponting for the coaching job and called for George Bailey to go.
Williams Sparks Late Washington Surge After Nebraska Misses Field Goal
Washington’s Demond Williams Jr. supplied the late spark in a defensive struggle at Nebraska, turning a quarterback change into a go-ahead touchdown drive be...
Cricket Dismembered at Newlands: Cummins’ Test Team Falls
South Africa beat Australia by 176 runs at Newlands, with Kagiso Rabada and Simon Harmer leading the attack on the final day. The result puts South Africa atop the Test rankings and adds pressure on Australia to rethink an ageing team’s approach. Pat Cummins said his side had been outplayed in the last couple of Tests.
Chris Fagan joins Carlton in coaching role for 2027
Chris Fagan will join Carlton as director of coaching for 2027 after stepping down as Brisbane’s senior coach following the club’s premiership win. The 65-year-old will oversee a matchday role and mentor the coaching panel, supporting first-time senior coach Josh Fraser. Fagan said Carlton’s shared vision and the role’s purpose made the opportunity too good to pass up.
Curry’s crossover punctuates Warriors’ 25-point rally against Lakers
The Golden State Warriors turned a 25-point hole into a 112-95 win over the Los Angeles Lakers, with Stephen Curry’s late scoring and a sharp
Three players guaranteed miss Chelsea-Man Utd clash
Manchester United will be without Manuel Ugarte, Benjamin Sesko and Luke Shaw for Saturday’s Premier League trip to Chelsea, while Kobbie Mainoo has returned to training. The midfielder missed the previous four matches with a muscular complaint and could be in contention, though the game may come too soon for him to start. Michael Carrick’s side also face pressure after consecutive heavy defeats.
Lakers Weigh Jarred Vanderbilt as Center Amid Looney Struggles
The Los Angeles Lakers need a dependable backup center after Kevon Looney struggled in the season’s opening games. Jarred Vanderbilt has drawn calls for a chance in the role, but his scoring limitations could undermine the spacing the team wants to create. The Lakers have used Sandro Mamukelashvili at center, while potential external moves may take time to emerge.
49ers Bring Back DeForest Buckner for 2027 Fourth-Round Pick
The San Francisco 49ers have agreed to reacquire defensive lineman DeForest Buckner from the Indianapolis Colts for a 2027 fourth-round pick, according to multiple reports. Buckner returns to the team that drafted him after recording 4.0 sacks and eight quarterback hits for Indianapolis so far in 2026. San Francisco also made practice-squad moves after the deal.
Ligue 1 once again faces schedule changes amid French protests
Protests across France are disrupting Ligue 1 fixtures again, with three Saturday-night matches moved to other days. OGC Nice-Stade Rennais is now scheduled for Friday night, while FC Lorient-Stade Brestois will be played Monday night and Olympique Lyonnais-SCO Angers on Sunday afternoon. Last weekend, local prefecture directives also forced changes across Ligue 1 and Ligue 2.
Harry Kane claims men’s Ballon d’Or in London ceremony
Harry Kane won the 2026 men’s Ballon d’Or at a ceremony in London, becoming the first Englishman to receive the award in 25 years. He finished ahead of co-favourites Lamine Yamal and Kylian Mbappé after a season that included a Bundesliga title with Bayern Munich and an England World Cup semi-final. Alexia Putellas won the women’s award for the third time.
NFL Says Paris Games Will Return Despite Unrest
The NFL played its first regular-season game in France despite protests and calls to move the event. Commissioner Roger Goodell said he had “zero doubt” the league would return to Paris, and called an international franchise likely down the road, without giving a timetable or location.
Man Utd-Bournemouth Postponed? Match Set to Go Ahead
Manchester United’s Premier League match against Bournemouth remains scheduled despite Storm Boelo and a yellow weather warning in nearby Merseyside. Fans travelling to Old Trafford face tram cancellations and reduced services, with replacement buses and shuttle services planned. Transport for Greater Manchester urged supporters to leave earlier than usual while officials assess weather conditions and safety around the ground.