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- 1Astros clinch AL West for eighth title in 10 seasonsโผAstros clinch AL West, their eighth title in 10 seasons https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/7637371/2026/09/27/astros-clinc
The Houston Astros have won the American League West, securing the division title for the eighth time in the past ten seasons. The clinch sends Houston back to the MLB postseason, reinforcing their status as one of baseball's most consistent franchises of the past decade. Coverage is highlighting the franchise's sustained run of division crowns as attention turns to the playoff picture.
- 2Astros clinch AL West title after 20-31 startโAfter 20-31 start, Astros back in postseason as AL West champs
The Houston Astros have won the American League West and returned to the postseason despite opening the season at 20-31. The comeback from a losing record makes them one of the notable turnaround stories of the MLB season, and fans and analysts are discussing how the club recovered to claim the division crown.
- 3NFL heads to Rio de Janeiro in 2026 with Ravens vs CowboysโNFL Brazil 2026: Funk, favelas and football - what to expect as Baltimore Ravens face Dallas Cowboys in league's Rio de Janeiro debut
The NFL is set to stage its first game in Rio de Janeiro in 2026, with the Baltimore Ravens facing the Dallas Cowboys. Coverage highlights what to expect from the league's Brazilian debut, from funk music and favela culture to the growing American football fanbase in the country. It marks another step in the NFL's international expansion after previous games in Sรฃo Paulo, Mexico and Europe.
- 4Cavan Sullivan: US teenage prodigy tipped for the Premier LeagueโCavan Sullivan: The 16-year-old US debutant primed for the Premier League
Cavan Sullivan, a 16-year-old American midfielder, is being tipped as one of the most promising players of his generation after breaking into professional football with Philadelphia Union. He already holds the record as the youngest debutant in Major League Soccer history and is widely expected to move to Manchester City, with observers in England and the United States watching his development closely.
- 5Ravens and Cowboys set to play NFL game in BrazilโWhy are the Ravens and Cowboys playing in Brazil?
The Baltimore Ravens and Dallas Cowboys are scheduled to meet in an NFL game played in Brazil, continuing the league's push to host regular-season games internationally. Attention is focused on why these two teams were chosen, how the game fits into the NFL's global expansion strategy, and what it means for Brazilian fans getting a rare live taste of American football.
- 6Yankees name Cam Schlittler Game 1 starter for wild card seriesโThe Yankees have chosen the perfect pitcher to challenge broadcasters. https://www. mlbtraderumors.com/2026/09/yan kees-
The New York Yankees have announced that rookie pitcher Cam Schlittler will start Game 1 of their American League wild card series. The choice is drawing attention as a bold call for a high-stakes playoff opener, with fans and analysts debating whether the young right-hander is the right pick to set the tone for the post-season.
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The Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees are set to meet in an American League Wild Card Series rematch, renewing one of baseball's most storied rivalries in the postseason. Coverage centers on what fans should know ahead of the series, including storylines, key matchups and what is at stake as the two AL East rivals face off again in October.
- 8Orioles-Yankees finale canceled due to weather, will not be rescheduledโO's-Yanks finale canceled due to weather, will not be rescheduled
The Baltimore Orioles and New York Yankees had their series finale canceled because of weather, and the game will not be made up later this season. Fans and analysts are discussing the decision, including how the missed game fits into the schedules of two American League East rivals at a key point of the baseball calendar.