McCarthy nears return as Wentz fights pain in loss
Vikings coach Kevin O’Connell reaffirmed his commitment to getting J.J. McCarthy back on the field as soon as possible, saying he believes his return is “right around the corner.”
Finally in a World Series, the Blue Jays Can’t Let Donnie Baseball Down

Don Mattingly is one of the best in the game to have never won a World Series. If he does now, it will be against the team he once managed.
Hayes irked by ‘unrecognizable’ U.S. in shock loss
The U.S. women’s national team faltered Thursday in its first game since July, allowing a goal in each half that sent Portugal to its first win against the Americans.
Justin Herbert, Kimani Vidal lead Chargers in commanding win over Vikings
The Vikings (3-4) had no answer for the Chargers (5-3) offense Thursday night.
USWNT’s shock loss to Portugal shows lack of problem-solving, but no cause for alarm (yet)
The USWNT’s surprising loss to Portugal came from players who admit they were “on islands” and “trying to fix it on their own.”
4 Takeaways From the Chargers’ Win Over the Vikings on Thursday Night

The Chargers took care of business on Thursday night against the Vikings. Here’s what we learned.
FOX Super 6 contest: MLB World Series Picks

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One More World Series: Clayton Kershaw Will Be on Dodgers’ Roster vs. Blue Jays

Clayton Kershaw will be on the Los Angeles Dodgers’ World Series roster against the Toronto Blue Jays, manager Dave Roberts said on Thursday.
Portugal shocks USWNT on Morgan’s tribute night
Portugal pulled off a shocking comeback to beat the United States women 2-1 in a friendly in Chester, Pennsylvania, on Thursday night.
Dolphins’ Hill undecided on retirement after injury
Dolphins star receiver Tyreek Hill hasn’t yet decided if he’s done playing football after suffering a season-ending knee injury against the Jets on Sept 29.