Brewers bump? Every team to oust Milwaukee from playoffs has reached World Series

The Diamondbacks’ run to the World Series keeps alive a most unlikely MLB trends that involves misfortune for the Milwaukee Brewers.
NFL games in Germany next month will be played on a hybrid field

The NFL is getting a hybrid field for its two games in Frankfurt next month, a year after players complained about slipping on the natural grass at Allianz Arena in Munich.
Lakers lose fifth straight game vs. Nuggets, is this thsame old purple and gold? | Speak

Emmanuel Acho, Joy Taylor, LeSean McCoy and James Jones react to the Los Angeles Lakers opening night loss against the Denver Nuggets, then debate on whether this is the same old team from last season.
Erling Haaland ends barren streak in Champions League with 2 goals in Man City's 3-1 win over Young Boys

Erling Haaland ended his barren streak in the Champions League with two goals to help Manchester City beat Young Boys 3-1.
Barca apologize over deleted Vinicius 'clown' post

Barcelona have apologized to Vinícius Junior after a club director posted on social media that the treatment he receives is “not racism” and that he deserves a “slap for being a clown.”
Gallen to oppose Eovaldi in World Series opener

Diamondbacks right-hander Zac Gallen and Rangers righty Nathan Eovaldi will start Game 1 of the World Series on Friday in Arlington, Texas.
Purdy in concussion protocol, uncertain vs. Cincy

49ers QB Brock Purdy is in the concussion protocol, jeopardizing his status for Sunday’s game against the Bengals.
MSU: Tucker violated sexual misconduct rules

A spokesperson at Michigan State says a hearing officer has concluded that former football coach Mel Tucker violated the school’s sexual misconduct policy, adding the investigative process is not yet complete because Tucker can still appeal the
Astros manager Dusty Baker says he's retiring

After a four-year stint with the Astros that included a World Series ring, Dusty Baker is retiring after 26 seasons as a manager, he told USA Today.
Brock Purdy reportedly in concussion protocol, Week 8 status is doubtful | Speak

Emmanuel Acho, Joy Taylor, LeSean McCoy and James Jones react to the news of Brock Purdy being placed in concussion protocol. Sam Darnold will start for the San Francisco 49ers against the Cincinnati Bengals if Purdy is