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Drake Trolls Shohei Ohtani & Dodgers Following Blue Jays Win

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Toronto superfan Drake had a lot to say about Shohei Ohtani and the Los Angeles Dodgers following their recent Game 5 loss.

The Dodgers have dropped two consecutive games after their dramatic 18th-inning victory, which featured a clutch home run from Freddie Freeman. Now facing elimination, they head to Toronto after a dominant pitching performance from Blue Jays’ Trey Yesavage, who racked up 12 strikeouts.

One of those strikeouts caught the attention of the rapper. Drake shared a photo of Yesavage walking back to the dugout after striking out Ohtani, captioning it, “Savage already otw to the dugout boss lol.”

As a recent Blue Jays fan and avid sports bettor, Drake’s comments may reveal some lingering frustration. Ohtani, the pitcher and slugger, famously passed on signing with Toronto before joining the Dodgers, which hasn’t gone unnoticed by Blue Jays fans. In fact, Ohtani has been met with “We don’t need you!” chants from the Toronto crowd.

Despite the trolling, the Dodgers superstar has remained mostly quiet since his phenomenal Game 3 performance, where he reached base nine times and hit two home runs.

The Blue Jays are aiming to prevent the Dodgers from winning back-to-back World Series titles—a feat last accomplished by the New York Yankees during their historic three-peat.

Drake might want to be careful with his trolling; it could just reignite that competitive fire in Ohtani and his Dodgers teammates, potentially fueling a comeback in the series.
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Blue Jays SP Trey Yesavage’s cold-blooded response to Dodgers fans attacking him before Game 5

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The Toronto Blue Jays defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers 6-1 in Game 5 of the World Series on Wednesday. With this victory, the Blue Jays now hold a 3-2 series lead and need just one more win to secure the third title in franchise history.

An October folk hero was cemented that night as Blue Jays starter Trey Yesavage pitched six brilliant innings. Speaking with ESPN’s Jeff Passan about his reaction to heckling fans during his pre-game bullpen session, Yesavage shared a memorable moment. “At one point, Yesavage took a breath, stepped off the mound, and turned to pitching coach Pete Walker. ‘This is fun,’ Yesavage said. ‘I love this,’” Passan wrote.

Yesavage started the season in A-ball and was initially considered an afterthought in the Blue Jays’ pitching plan for 2025. However, since joining the team in September, he has emerged as one of the best pitchers in the postseason. Despite this being his first road experience in the playoffs—leading to some nerves among Toronto fans—there were no nerves evident in the bullpen.

Throughout the regular season, the Blue Jays received three solid starts from Yesavage. In the postseason, his electric splitter has helped the team secure four wins in five playoff starts. Following his historic Game 5 performance, Yesavage’s season is likely over, but his name will forever be entrenched in Toronto sports history.

Looking ahead, Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Kevin Gausman are set to pitch for the Dodgers and Blue Jays, respectively. In their last matchup, Gausman was solid but did not match the brilliance of Yamamoto, who pitched another complete game. This pitching matchup will be critical in deciding who wins the World Series, and Yesavage has certainly done his part for the Blue Jays.

As the 2026 season approaches, Yesavage is poised to become a star for the Blue Jays. He has helped fill a crucial need for a reliable starting pitcher and played a key role in bringing a championship title back to Canada. And he did it all without any fear of the rabid Los Angeles fans.
https://clutchpoints.com/mlb/toronto-blue-jays/blue-jays-news-trey-yesavage-response-dodgers-fans-attacking-him-game-5

Charles Barkley trolls 76ers’ VJ Edgecombe for lack of home decor

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The Philadelphia 76ers are off to a scorching 4-0 start, powered by their explosive backcourt duo of Tyrese Maxey and rookie sensation VJ Edgecombe. While the team’s on-court performance has been impressive, Hall of Famer Charles Barkley recently shifted the spotlight away from basketball to something a bit more domestic—Edgecombe’s interior design choices.

During a recent ESPN segment, Barkley humorously took a jab at the No. 3 pick after noticing the bare walls of Edgecombe’s apartment during the interview. Turning to Maxey, Barkley suggested the veteran should step up and help his young teammate furnish his place.

“You know, my question is for you. You got paid, and you earned it. Why don’t you buy the young guy some stuff to put on his d**n wall?” Barkley asked. “Because you got all these nice-ass paintings. He’s got just regular white walls. Come on, man. If you’re going to be a vet, lead by example. Buy that man something to put on the wall.”

The rookie was clearly amused by the banter, responding with a lighthearted, “Thank you, Chuck.”

Maxey defended himself, pointing out that Edgecombe isn’t exactly struggling financially. “Listen, let me tell you something. Number three pick, number three pick,” Maxey fired back. “He’s got Adidas on his chest. They’re going to make sure he’s alright, I’m telling you. Everything else? I got him though. He knows I got him.”

This playful exchange highlights the chemistry between the 76ers’ dynamic backcourt duo.

Edgecombe has delivered on the court from day one, dropping 34 points in his debut against Boston. That performance ranks third all-time for a rookie’s first game, trailing only Wilt Chamberlain and Frank Selvy. Through four games, he’s averaging 22.3 points while leading the league’s rookie leaderboard.

His four-year rookie contract is worth roughly $50.4 million, with a first-year salary of $11.1 million. Add in his Adidas endorsement deal that Maxey mentioned, and it’s clear the walls will likely remain bare by choice, not budget.

For now, Edgecombe’s walls can stay bare. At this rate, he’ll have plenty of accolades to decorate them soon enough.
https://clutchpoints.com/nba/philadelphia-76ers/76ers-news-charles-barkley-troll-vj-edgecombe

Sharks’ Macklin Celebrini remains humble amid torrid start to 2025-26

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The San Jose Sharks have faced some tough challenges early in the 2025-26 season. However, one massive bright spot has been sophomore standout Macklin Celebrini. The former No. 1 pick has hit the ground running, and his performance on Sunday against the Minnesota Wild has the hockey world talking.

Celebrini recorded two assists during regulation against Minnesota, but his biggest moment came in the overtime period. The Wild dominated puck possession throughout overtime, allowing San Jose just one player change. Once Celebrini touched the puck, though, the young star sealed the game with a clutch goal.

His overtime winner capped off a three-point night, placing him among the NHL’s leading point producers. Celebrini now boasts six goals and 15 points through just nine games this season. His efforts have helped San Jose win two of their last three games after dropping their first six contests of the year.

Despite his breakout success, Celebrini remains humble, giving credit to his teammates for the victory. “I think you have to kind of give credit to your linemates. They support you and they’re the ones making the play. So yeah, I mean, I think we’ve been clicking,” he said.

One of those linemates made a significant impact as well. Veteran winger Tyler Toffoli scored in the third period to give the Sharks a 5-3 lead. However, San Jose couldn’t hold the Wild off, as Minnesota scored twice to force overtime.

Celebrini’s game-winning goal ultimately secured a much-needed victory for the Sharks—a win that could provide a major boost of confidence moving forward. San Jose now has a chance to string together some wins in short order.

That work begins on Tuesday night when the Sharks face off against the Los Angeles Kings. Fans will be eager to see if Celebrini and the team can continue their strong play and build some momentum.
https://clutchpoints.com/nhl/san-jose-sharks/sharks-macklin-celebrini-humble-torrid-start-2025-26

Hornets’ LaMelo Ball has perfect response to favorite part of 11th triple-double

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LaMelo Ball made his thoughts on his triple-double performance clear after the Charlotte Hornets’ 139-113 win over the Washington Wizards on Sunday evening.

In 35 minutes of action, Ball filled up the stat sheet. He finished with a triple-double of 38 points, 13 rebounds, 13 assists, and three steals. He shot 13-of-25 from the field, including 5-of-12 from beyond the arc, and was perfect from the free-throw line, hitting all 7 attempts. This marked the 11th triple-double of his career, further showcasing his willingness to be active in multiple areas of the game.

When asked by a reporter about the favorite part of his performance, Ball needed just two words for his response.

“You had your 11th triple-double today: 38 points, 13 rebounds, 13 assists, and three steals. Which one of those stats means the most to you?” the reporter asked.

“The win. The win means the most,” Ball said.

### How LaMelo Ball and the Hornets Played Against the Wizards

LaMelo Ball’s impressive performance led the Hornets to their first road win of the season against the Wizards. Washington started strong, holding a 62-51 lead at halftime. However, the Hornets mounted a powerful comeback in the second half, outscoring the Wizards 88-51 over the final 24 minutes to secure the win in dominant fashion.

The difference in the matchup came down to perimeter shooting, rebounding, and turnovers. The Hornets excelled in all three categories, making 15 three-pointers and grabbing 52 rebounds while limiting their turnovers to just 11. Meanwhile, the Wizards managed only 10 triples, 40 rebounds, and committed 15 turnovers.

Charlotte saw contributions from six players scoring in double digits alongside Ball. Miles Bridges had a solid outing with 22 points, four rebounds, three assists, and a steal. He shot 6-of-16 overall, including 1-of-7 from downtown, and was nearly perfect from the free-throw line at 9-of-10.

Collin Sexton added 20 points and three assists, Kon Knueppel scored 20 points with six rebounds, Sion James contributed 13 points and four assists, and Moussa Diabate provided a double-double with 12 points and 10 rebounds.

The Hornets will look forward to their next matchup, which will also be on the road. They face the Miami Heat on October 28 at 7:30 p.m. ET.
https://clutchpoints.com/nba/charlotte-hornets/hornets-news-lamelo-ball-has-perfect-response-favorite-part-11th-triple-double

North Texas’ QB Drew Mestemaker throws for insane 608 yards vs. Charlotte

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North Texas quarterback Drew Mestemaker delivered a historic performance on Friday night, throwing for 608 yards and four touchdowns as the Mean Green crushed Charlotte 54-20 in American Conference action.

Mestemaker’s 608 passing yards set a new school record and American Conference single-game mark. To put this in perspective, Army has thrown for just 599 yards as a team this entire season through seven games, according to On3’s Brett McMurphy. He completed 37 of 49 passes with only one interception in the dominant road victory.

He’s the 22nd player in FBS history to surpass 600 passing yards in a game. The Mean Green offense was unstoppable throughout the night, totaling 754 yards. Mestemaker connected on touchdown passes of 41, 6, 7, and 70 yards.

His top target, Wyatt Young, caught nine passes for 190 yards and a touchdown.

North Texas jumped out to an early lead and never looked back, scoring 37 unanswered points at one stretch. The game was tied 17-17 at halftime before the Mean Green exploded in the second half to pull away.

Just one week earlier, Mestemaker threw for 277 yards and four touchdowns in a 55-17 victory over UTSA. That performance earned him two conference awards for his outstanding play. His consistency over the past two games has been remarkable.

The win improved North Texas to 7-1 overall and 3-1 in American Conference play, keeping them in the hunt for a conference championship. Charlotte’s loss dropped the 49ers to 1-7 and 0-5 in conference play.
https://clutchpoints.com/ncaa-football/north-texas-football-news-drew-mestemaker-throws-insane-608-yards-vs-charlotte

“They have not been dependent on one player” – Dabang Delhi Head Coach reflects on how the team has impressed him so far in Pro Kabaddi 2025

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**Dabang Delhi Head Coach Joginder Narwal Reflects on Team’s Performance in Pro Kabaddi 2025**

Dabang Delhi has been one of the top contenders in the ongoing Pro Kabaddi 2025 season. With a strong lineup and consistent performances, they are seen as serious title contenders this year.

The team’s star players, such as Ashu Malik and Fazel Atrachali, have delivered impressive performances throughout the season. Despite missing some games due to injury, Ashu remains the team’s top raider, accumulating 146 raid points from 12 matches. Fazel, on the other hand, has been a key defensive pillar, securing 49 tackle points from 17 games.

However, Head Coach Joginder Narwal emphasized that the success of the team is not reliant on just one or two players. He praised the collective effort shown by the squad, highlighting the contributions of Sandeep Deswal, Surjeet Singh, Saurabh Nandal, Akshit Dhull, and Naveen Rawal.

Speaking during a Media Day organized by JioStar, Narwal said,
“Whenever there has been the need, others have stepped up. Sandeep has done well. Surjeet, Saurabh, Akshit, all have contributed significantly. Even Naveen has performed when called upon. Almost all the players have performed whenever the need has arisen.”

He added,
“That is why our team is at the top. We have not been dependent on any single player like Ashu, nor has it been that the team will only win if Fazel plays well. Everyone has done their part. This is a team sport and only when everyone performs consistently can the team stay at the top.”

Narwal also shared some individual statistics to highlight the well-rounded team effort:
– Saurabh Nandal has scored 47 tackle points.
– Sandeep Deswal has accumulated 26 tackle points.
– Akshit Dhull has scored 46 raid points, including three Super 10s.

Dabang Delhi has been one of the most consistent teams this season. They finished second in the standings after the league stage, securing a top-two finish heading into the playoffs. The former champions have 26 points from 18 outings, with a positive score difference of 38.

Despite losing their last two fixtures, the team remains confident as they headed into the playoffs. Narwal revealed that they rested some of their main players in the final league games to test their bench strength after securing qualification.

Dabang Delhi will now face the qualifier match, giving them two chances to make it to the final. Fans will be hoping this balanced and resilient team can carry their momentum forward and clinch the Pro Kabaddi 2025 title.
https://www.sportskeeda.com/kabaddi/news-they-dependent-one-player-dabang-delhi-head-coach-reflects-team-impressed-far-pro-kabaddi-2025