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Blue Jays’ Vladimir Guerrero Jr. drops truth nuke about homering off Shohei Ohtani

The Toronto Blue Jays defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers 6-2 in Game 4 of the World Series, thanks in part to a two-run home run by Vladimir Guerrero Jr. off Dodgers’ two-way star Shohei Ohtani.

After the game, Guerrero spoke to the media about what it meant to hit that home run against Ohtani. “And I know basically myself and him (Ohtani), we are the talk of the series, but when we are between those two lines, we’re competing,” Guerrero said.

The home run came in the top of the third inning when the Dodgers were leading 1-0. After Isiah Kiner-Falefa grounded out to start the inning, Nathan Lukes singled to right-center field, setting up the showdown with Ohtani. Guerrero then connected on a 2-1 sweeping slider, sending the ball deep to left field for a two-run homer that gave the Jays the lead.

With this home run, Guerrero set a series record, as the Blue Jays have now recorded four go-ahead home runs while trailing in the MLB Playoffs. The blast not only put Toronto ahead but also gave the team a significant momentum boost.

“It felt good that I could hit that homer against him,” Guerrero added.

Guerrero has been exceptional throughout the entire postseason. He batted .529 in the ALDS and then hit .385 in the ALCS. So far in the World Series, Guerrero is batting .368, continuing his strong performance.

The home run sparked the Jays’ offense, which had struggled the night before. They proceeded to add four more runs in the seventh inning, providing insurance to nearly eliminate any chance of the game going to extra innings after the exhausting 18-inning marathon in Game 3.

With this win, Guerrero and the Blue Jays now turn their attention to Game 5, aiming to extend their series lead before it shifts back to Toronto. While the Dodgers remain the overwhelming favorites, Guerrero will be a key player as the Jays look to defy the odds and keep their championship hopes alive.
https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/toronto-blue-jays/blue-jays-news-vladimir-guerrero-jr-truth-nuke-homering-off-shohei-ohtani

“Worth much more” “He’s stuck in Utah”: NHL fans react as Mammoth locks-in Logan Cooley to $80M, 8-year extension

The Utah Mammoth have officially signed forward Logan Cooley to a long-term deal.

On Wednesday, Cooley agreed to an eight-year contract worth $80 million. This comes after he became eligible to sign with the team starting July 1.

The commitment highlights the Mammoth’s confidence in Cooley’s abilities and their plans for the future. Fans can look forward to seeing the talented forward continue to make an impact on the ice for years to come.
https://www.sportskeeda.com/us/nhl/news-worth-much-more-he-s-stuck-utah-nhl-fans-react-mammoth-locks-in-logan-cooley-80m-8-year-extension

Bucks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo reveals motivation to beat Knicks after trade rumors surfaced

Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks delivered their first win over the New York Knicks since the start of the 2023-24 season, securing a commanding 121-111 victory. The Greek Freak led the charge with an impressive performance, scoring 37 points, providing eight assists, and grabbing seven rebounds.

This win was particularly special given the offseason rumors linking Giannis to the New York Knicks. The significance was heightened by the Bucks’ previous 3-0 sweep loss to the Knicks in the 2024-25 campaign.

“I don’t remember that. Right now I’m here representing my team, and that’s it. We beat the Knicks. So it doesn’t matter,” Giannis said, dismissing the trade rumors according to PFN. He also admitted that he didn’t pay much attention to the reports suggesting a move to New York.

“The Knicks didn’t just sweep us. They beat us really, really well. This year is different,” Giannis proclaimed, as reported by New York Daily News reporter Kristian Winfield.

Throughout the offseason, Giannis has been the subject of numerous trade rumors, with the Knicks frequently mentioned as a potential destination. They were considered frontrunners if Milwaukee’s star decided to leave. However, Giannis appears fully committed to the Bucks for at least the current campaign and is clearly pleased with how the team performed in this pivotal win.

Ryan Rollins contributed a career-high 25 points and added four steals to the Bucks’ strong showing. Gery Trent Jr. was the only other Bucks player to score in double digits, finishing with 11 points.

On the Knicks’ side, Jalen Brunson led the team with 36 points but suffered a leg injury midway through the fourth quarter. Meanwhile, Mikal Bridges added 24 points as Milwaukee’s bench outscored New York’s reserves 34-18.

Karl-Anthony Towns struggled offensively, going 2-for-11 from the field despite pulling down 12 rebounds.

With this victory, the Bucks have improved their season record to 3-1. They will look to keep their momentum going when they face the Golden State Warriors at the Fiserv Forum, followed by a matchup against the Sacramento Kings.
https://clutchpoints.com/nba/milwaukee-bucks/bucks-news-giannis-antetokounmpo-motivation-beat-knicks-after-trade-rumors

5 WWE women who will likely become Champions before the end of 2025

The WWE women’s division has been red-hot lately, capturing the attention of fans everywhere. Several intriguing feuds and storylines are currently brewing on the main roster, adding new layers of excitement to the competition.

With dynamic rivalries unfolding week after week, the women’s division continues to showcase some of the most compelling action in WWE today. Fans can look forward to intense matches and surprising developments as these storylines progress.
https://www.sportskeeda.com/wwe/5-wwe-women-will-likely-become-champions-end-2025

Karrion Kross and Scarlett Bordeaux set to face major AEW stars after WWE exit

Karrion Kross and Scarlett Bordeaux are former WWE stars who showed immense potential as a duo. Their unique chemistry and captivating presence made them stand out in the wrestling world.

Despite their talent, many fans and critics feel that Triple H did not book them to their full potential. The creative direction for Kross and Bordeaux fell short of expectations, limiting the impact they could have had during their time in WWE.

As a result, this promising pairing left fans wondering what could have been if given better opportunities and storytelling.
https://www.sportskeeda.com/aew/news-karrion-kross-scarlett-bordeaux-set-face-major-aew-stars-wwe-exit

India’s predicted playing XI for the 1st T20I vs Australia ft. Shivam Dube & Arshdeep Singh

India are all set to face off against Australia in the first T20I at the Manuka Oval in Canberra on Wednesday, October 29. The Men in Blue come into this match on the back of a 2-1 loss in the preceding three-match ODI series.

Despite the recent setback in ODIs, India have been in excellent form in the shortest format lately. They clinched the 2025 Asia Cup in fairly comfortable fashion and are also the defending champions of the T20 World Cup. Given their strong recent performances, the visitors aren’t expected to make many changes to the side that has brought them success.

### India’s T20I Squad for the Australia Tour
– Suryakumar Yadav (captain)
– Abhishek Sharma
– Shubman Gill (vice-captain)
– Tilak Varma
– Nitish Kumar Reddy
– Shivam Dube
– Axar Patel
– Jitesh Sharma (wk)
– Varun Chakaravarthy
– Jasprit Bumrah
– Arshdeep Singh
– Kuldeep Yadav
– Harshit Rana
– Sanju Samson (wk)
– Rinku Singh
– Washington Sundar

### Predicted Playing XI for the First T20I against Australia

**Openers:** Shubman Gill and Abhishek Sharma
India have stuck with Shubman Gill despite his indifferent performances in the 2025 Asia Cup. The vice-captain will open the innings, taking the first strike alongside Abhishek Sharma, who is currently in red-hot form.

**Middle Order:** Tilak Varma, Suryakumar Yadav (c), Shivam Dube, Axar Patel, Sanju Samson (wk), Nitish Kumar Reddy
Hardik Pandya’s absence leaves a huge void, and India may look to fill it by selecting Nitish Kumar Reddy as a like-for-like replacement. Reddy has been declared fit after missing the third ODI due to a quad strain.

The rest of the middle order is expected to maintain a similar structure. Tilak Varma and Suryakumar Yadav will complete the top four, with Yadav facing some pressure to deliver runs. Shivam Dube, Sanju Samson, and Axar Patel, who batted out of position for most of the Asia Cup, are likely to retain their spots for now.

Meanwhile, Rinku Singh and Jitesh Sharma could start the series on the bench. There is a possibility that India may opt to replace either Nitish Kumar Reddy or Shivam Dube with a specialist seamer like Harshit Rana, but that would reduce batting depth and go against the team’s recent approach.

**Lower Order:** Jasprit Bumrah, Arshdeep Singh, Varun Chakaravarthy
Jasprit Bumrah and Arshdeep Singh are expected to lead India’s pace attack in Canberra. The team is likely to pick Varun Chakaravarthy over Kuldeep Yadav as the specialist spinner.

Although omitting Kuldeep might seem like a questionable decision, India may prioritize bowling depth and pace options by sticking with this familiar combination.

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Stay tuned for more updates ahead of this exciting first T20I between India and Australia!
https://www.sportskeeda.com/cricket/india-s-predicted-playing-xi-1st-t20i-vs-australia-ft-shivam-dube-arshdeep-singh

Taylor Fritz’s girlfriend Morgan Riddle receives heartfelt request from Danielle Collins after enjoying the ‘best weekend’ in Mexico

Taylor Fritz’s girlfriend, Morgan Riddle, recently visited Mexico City to witness an exciting event. She was there to watch the world’s fastest cars compete on the renowned circuit at Autódromo Hermanos Rodríguez.

The race attracted fans from around the globe, eager to see thrilling high-speed action at one of the most iconic racing venues. Morgan’s presence added a personal touch to the event, supporting her partner and enjoying the thrilling atmosphere of the competition.
https://www.sportskeeda.com/tennis/news-taylor-fritz-s-girlfriend-morgan-riddle-receives-heartfelt-request-danielle-collins-enjoying-best-weekend-mexico

Blue Jays bounce back against Dodgers to even World Series after extra-inning marathon

The best-of-seven World Series is all even at two games apiece after the Toronto Blue Jays bounced back from Monday’s epic 18-inning marathon to beat the Los Angeles Dodgers 6-2 in Game 4 on Tuesday night.

Both teams were running on fumes following the nearly seven-hour showdown, but Toronto’s offense came alive behind Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Bo Bichette. The Dodgers took an early lead on a sacrifice fly from Enrique Hernández, but Guerrero Jr.’s two-run homer in the third inning put the Blue Jays ahead for good.

The Blue Jays’ victory came just hours after country music star Brad Paisley declared himself “Mr. More Baseball.” Paisley performed the national anthem before the marathon Game 3, which the Dodgers won 6-5 on Freddie Freeman’s homer that ended the game nearly seven hours after Paisley’s performance.

Shohei Ohtani, one of the Dodgers’ heroes this postseason, started Game 4 for Los Angeles. He pitched six innings, allowing four earned runs and striking out six. Ohtani made history just one night earlier, becoming the first player since 1906 to record four extra-base hits in a World Series game and reaching base nine times, tying a Series record.

For the Blue Jays, Bo Bichette delivered a two-RBI single in the seventh inning to extend the lead. Shane Bieber earned the win, pitching 5⅓ innings and allowing just one run. Ohtani was charged with the loss.

After Ohtani’s exit, the Dodgers used only three relievers, while the Blue Jays relied on four pitchers in total to close out the nine-inning win.

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https://www.foxnews.com/sports/blue-jays-bounce-back-against-dodgers-even-world-series-after-extra-inning-marathon

Joel Quenneville returns to South Florida with a win and applause

SUNRISE, Fla. (AP) — Joel Quenneville returned to South Florida on Tuesday to applause, a welcome message, and a win.

Quenneville last coached a game in Sunrise four years ago as head coach of the Florida Panthers before he resigned and was banned from the NHL for his handling of a sexual assault scandal involving his 2010 Stanley Cup-winning Chicago Blackhawks squad.

“I’m appreciative,” Quenneville said after Tuesday’s game against the Panthers, which his Anaheim Ducks won in a shootout, 3-2. “My time here was great. It was short, but I’ve been watching their success over the last three and four years.”

Quenneville, along with Blackhawks executives Stan Bowman and Al MacIsaac, was banned from the league for nearly three years after an independent investigation concluded that the team mishandled allegations raised by former player Kyle Beach against video coach Brad Aldrich during the team’s Stanley Cup run in 2010. The trio was reinstated last July.

Bowman became the Edmonton Oilers’ general manager three weeks later, while Quenneville — the second-winningest coach in NHL history — was hired by the Anaheim Ducks in May.

Since the incident, Quenneville has spoken openly about his personal growth, noting after his hiring that he has worked to educate himself on abuse.

“I own my mistakes,” Quenneville said in May. “While I believed wholeheartedly the issue was handled by management, I take full responsibility for not following up and asking more questions. That’s entirely on me. Over nearly four years, I’ve taken time to reflect, to listen to experts and advocates, and educate myself on the realities of abuse, trauma and how to be a better leader. I hope others can learn from my inaction.”

Quenneville has spent parts of 25 NHL seasons behind the benches of St. Louis, Colorado, Chicago, and Florida. He coached the Blackhawks for more than 10 years and led them to championships in 2010, 2013, and 2015.

The Blackhawks fired Quenneville in November 2018 after a 6-6-3 start, and he joined the Panthers for the 2019-20 season.

Earlier this month, Quenneville returned to the United Center in Chicago to a mixed reaction of boos and cheers. The reaction to his return to Sunrise appeared more subdued.

The public address announcer at Amerant Bank Arena called Quenneville’s name as a “welcome back” message flashed on the jumbotron in the first period. The crowd responded with brief applause and cheers.

Quenneville has expressed admiration for the Panthers’ success as back-to-back Stanley Cup champions over the past few years.

“I remember when I came here, Vinny [Panthers owner Vincent Viola] told me, ‘We’re going to win the Cup. We’re going to win multiple cups,’” Quenneville said. “So he was right.”

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AP NHL
https://mymotherlode.com/sports/hockey-general-news/10117244/joel-quenneville-returns-to-south-florida-with-a-win-and-applause.html

“I just believe he beats him” – Jonathan Haggerty makes early pick for Rukiya Anpo vs. Marat Grigorian winner at ONE 173

Reigning ONE bantamweight kickboxing world champion Jonathan Haggerty has weighed in on one of the most intriguing kickboxing matchups at ONE 173, set to take place inside Tokyo’s Ariake Arena on Sunday, Nov. 16.

On the same card where Haggerty will challenge defending king Nabil Anane for the ONE bantamweight Muay Thai world title, veteran Armenian striker Marat Grigorian faces promotional newcomer Rukiya Anpo in a featherweight kickboxing bout that has captured attention due to the heated trash talk between the two fighters.

When the South China Morning Post (SCMP) caught up with the 28-year-old Englishman, known as ‘The General,’ he shared his thoughts on the clash and revealed which fighter he believes will emerge victorious.

“Marat is a beast. I really like his style. I like it the way he is. I believe he beats him for sure. I say for sure I just believe he beats him,” Jonathan Haggerty said.

Watch his full interview with SCMP below:

The Knowlesy Academy and Team Underground martial artist’s endorsement of the 34-year-old Grigorian carries significant weight, given his own experience competing at the elite level. Grigorian, a three-time Glory kickboxing world champion and former two-time ONE featherweight kickboxing world title challenger, brings years of experience facing the sport’s best.

Meanwhile, the 29-year-old Anpo, a former K-1 champion, makes his promotional debut with bold predictions and supreme confidence. However, Haggerty believes that experience will trump youth and bravado when these two lock horns on Nov. 16.

### Jonathan Haggerty Ready for His Own High-Stakes Challenge at ONE 173

While Jonathan Haggerty offered his prediction for the Grigorian vs. Anpo matchup, his focus remains locked on his own massive challenge against Nabil Anane. ‘The General’ aims to reclaim two-sport world champion status by capturing the ONE bantamweight Muay Thai world title after previously holding the promotion’s bantamweight kickboxing and Muay Thai crowns simultaneously.

A victory would validate his return to Muay Thai and prove he remains one of the most versatile strikers in combat sports. However, the 21-year-old Anane has gone unbeaten in his past eight fights under the promotional spotlight and remains a force to be reckoned with, even for someone of Haggerty’s quality.

Tickets for ONE 173: Superbon vs. Noiri can be secured [here](#). Fans around the world can visit [watch.onefc.com](https://watch.onefc.com) for how-to-watch details in their respective regions.
https://www.sportskeeda.com/mma/news-i-just-believe-beats-him-jonathan-haggerty-makes-early-pick-rukiya-anpo-vs-marat-grigorian-winner-one-173