The Los Angeles Dodgers have won their second World Series title in five years, defeating the New York Yankees 5-2. The team will celebrate with a parade on Friday, starting at City Hall and finishing near 5th/Flower Streets. The event will be live-streamed on CBS Los Angeles. This victory marks the eighth World Series title in Dodgers franchise history.
The highly anticipated matchup between No. 4 Ohio State and No. 3 Penn State is set for Saturday, with both teams ranked in the top five for the first time since 1996. The Buckeyes have dominated the series, winning seven straight against the Nittany Lions, but Penn State's quarterback Drew Allar will be a game-time decision due to an apparent knee injury. Ohio State's offensive line is also dealing with injuries and uncertainty, which could lead to a defensive showdown. Both teams boast strong defenses, ranking top three in the Big Ten in total defense and scoring defense.
Week 9 NFL betting guide, odds, props, and expert picks revealed!
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The 2024 Breeders' Cup Classic is set to take place at Del Mar, with a purse of $7 million and a star-studded field featuring top horses from around the world. Forever Young, who finished third in the Kentucky Derby, returns to America after winning the Japan Dirt Classic earlier this month. City of Troy, a five-time graded stakes winner, is the 5-2 favorite. Top American three-year-old Fierceness is 3-1 coming off a Travers Stakes win.
Expert Jody Demling, who has nailed the Derby-Oaks double 11 times in the last 16 years, is sharing his picks and predictions for the Breeders' Cup Classic. One of his surprising picks is fading Fierceness, despite its impressive recent wins. Demling also highlights Ushba Tesoro, a 7-year-old with seven wins in nine dirt starts at or near 1 1/4 miles.
The event will take place on Saturday at 5:41 p.m. ET, with partly cloudy skies and temperatures in the mid-60s forecasted. The 2024 Breeders' Cup Classic is sure to be an exciting event, with many top horses vying for victory.
Alexander Zverev has reached the semi-finals of the Paris Masters, beating Stefanos Tsitsipas in straight sets. This marks his eighth ATP Masters 1,000 semi-final appearance, making him only the third active player to achieve this feat after Novak Djokovic and Rafael Nadal. He will face Holger Rune in the next round.
Source: https://www.bbc.com/sport/tennis/articles/cn0djzgy0elo
A potential takeover of Crystal Palace is gaining momentum, with two groups vying for John Textor's 46% stake in the club. An international consortium, led by two Crystal Palace supporters and investors from the UAE, North America, Canada, and Europe, are competing against billionaire food delivery entrepreneur Stanley Tang. Tang has expressed interest in investing and is willing to match Textor's asking price of £220m. The Raine Group is handling the deal, with a potential resolution expected within the next few weeks.
New Zealand All Blacks captain Scott Barrett has warned England that Joe Marler's haka jibe may have "loaded the gun" ahead of their autumn internationals clash. Marler's initial comments on social media calling the haka "ridiculous" and wanting it to be "binned" sparked controversy, with Barrett saying it's a huge part of the All Blacks' identity and unites them. England captain Jamie George has distanced himself from Marler's views, while expressing his side's desire to show passion and pride on the pitch.
Source: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2024/nov/01/scott-barrett-all-blacks-england-joe-marler-haka-jibe
The Golden State Warriors have seen an improvement in their challenge process and mindset, according to Draymond Green. The team has changed its approach after struggling with coach's challenges last season, with Coach Steve Kerr now boasting a 4-1 record on his challenges this season. Green credits the team's better intuition and emotional control for their improved success rate.
Source: https://sports.yahoo.com/draymond-explains-warriors-improving-challenge-171719508.html
The 2024 NFL rookie class has shown promise through eight weeks, with some players exceeding expectations. Bo Nix, for instance, has become a reliable fantasy quarterback, ranking as the overall QB9 on the year. Keon Coleman has also impressed, earning a passer rating of 131.5 when targeted and averaging 11.6 yards per target. Xavier Worthy, however, has struggled to find consistency despite his speed and route-running skills. Meanwhile, Brooks, a top running back prospect, is expected to return in Week 9 but may not immediately assume an RB1 workload. Brock Bowers continues to dominate as the TE2, while Jaylen Wright offers upside as a flex player.
The Welsh Rugby Union (WRU) has admitted that it "needs to apologize" over its handling of women's team contract negotiations. The union denies any motivation for its actions was sexist, but acknowledges that some mistakes were made. The WRU chair, Richard Collier-Keywood, says a review into the process found that players were told they would be withdrawn from competition if they didn't sign new professional playing contracts within three hours. The union is working to rectify the situation and deliver an apology to the players.
Source: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2024/nov/01/rugby-union-wales-apology-womens-team-player-contracts
Patriots' QB Drake Maye's status remains uncertain ahead of Titans game. The rookie quarterback is still in concussion protocol and may not be cleared until Saturday or Sunday. Coach Jerod Mayo expresses confidence in backup Jacoby Brissett if Maye can't play.
Source: https://sports.yahoo.com/drake-maye-play-vs-titans-145646782.html
Tyrone GAA legend Jody Gormley has spoken publicly about his terminal liver cancer diagnosis, expressing no fear of dying and gratitude for the opportunity to say goodbye to loved ones. The 53-year-old former player managed Trillick in their recent Tyrone Senior Football Championship final before revealing the news to his team. Despite his prognosis, Gormley remains optimistic, emphasizing the importance of resilience and using his platform to show strength and character.
Manchester United appoints new head coach, Ruben Amorim. The 39-year-old Portuguese tactician will join the team from Sporting Lisbon on November 11th, signing a contract until June 2027.
Source: https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/videos/cly2jz7gr4zo
The Indiana Fever has appointed Stephanie White as their new head coach, replacing Christie Sides. White previously spent two seasons as head coach of the Connecticut Sun before parting ways earlier this week. She is a former star player at Purdue and has ties to the Fever franchise, having served on their coaching staff from 2011-16, including a stint as head coach. The team's president of basketball operations, Kelly Krauskopf, praised White's elite basketball IQ and leadership style, expressing confidence in her ability to lead the team to success.
Source: https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2024/nov/01/stephanie-white-coach-hired-indiana-fever
The Indiana Fever have hired Stephanie White as their new head coach, replacing Christie Sides. White previously coached the Connecticut Sun for two seasons, leading the team to a combined 55-25 record and two straight playoff appearances. She won WNBA Coach of the Year in 2023. White is an Indiana native and has ties to the Fever franchise, having played for the team from 2007 to 2011.
Fantasy football predictions for Week 9 highlight key players and matchups.
The Yahoo team has released their most steadfast Week 9 fantasy football predictions, emphasizing volume running backs and consistent performers. Aaron Jones is expected to dominate touches again in an excellent matchup against the Colts, while Brian Robinson Jr. is poised for a bounce-back game against the Giants. Additionally, Josh Downs is a layup option with Joe Flacco starting at quarterback, and Chris Olave has top-five WR potential against the Panthers.
Source: https://sports.yahoo.com/fantasy-football-week-9-predictions-to-count-on-155820710.html
Get ready for an action-packed night! The WWE Crown Jewel 2024 takes place on November 2nd in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This highly anticipated event features top matches like Cody Rhodes vs Gunther and Nia Jax vs Liv Morgan. You can watch it live on Peacock (US) or WWE Network (outside US). Don't miss out on the excitement!
The Boston Celtics and Charlotte Hornets face off in an exciting Eastern Conference matchup on Friday. The Celtics, currently 4-1 overall and 2-1 on the road, are favored by 10.5 points against the Hornets (2-2 overall and 1-1 at home). The Celtics have won eight of their last nine matchups, including two straight against Charlotte. The SportsLine Projection Model has simulated this game 10,000 times, suggesting an underdog victory for the Hornets.
Get ready for an exciting Week 10 in college football! CBS Sports Network brings you six games, including a trio of weeknight battles and a Saturday triple-header. The action starts with Georgia State taking on UConn on Friday night, followed by Buffalo vs. Akron on Saturday afternoon. Later that evening, Middle Tennessee faces off against UTEP in Conference USA showdowns. Finally, Colorado State clashes with Nevada in the Mountain West Conference. Catch all the games live on CBS Sports Network or stream them online.
The Atlanta Braves have made the first trade of MLB's offseason, sending veteran outfielder/designated hitter Jorge Soler to the Los Angeles Angels in exchange for right-handed starter Griffin Canning. The move frees up significant financial flexibility for the Braves, with Soler having two years and $26 million remaining on his contract compared to Canning's projected $5 million salary. The trade also highlights the Braves' ability to analyze and enhance pitchers, a trait they've demonstrated in the past.