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Charlotte Speedway Plans Kyle Busch Celebration — 3dNASCAR will honor Kyle Busch with a free Celebration of Life at Charlotte Motor Speedway on Friday after the Truck Series race, featuring tributes from his family and colleagues. The gathering will celebrate the two-time Cup champion’s legacy, including his record 69 Truck Series wins and his historic 2018 Coca-Cola 600 victory at Charlotte.

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Mike Evans limited in 49ers practice with rib injury — 2dMike Evans, managing a rib injury, was limited at 49ers practice Wednesday after playing through the issue and recording 76 receiving yards against Denver; his status appears to be trending positively for Sunday’s game against Seattle. San Francisco also reported several other injuries, with fullback Kyle Juszczyk expected to miss a few weeks with a knee injury.

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Shanahan Set to Pass Walsh as 49ers Longest-Serving Coach vs Broncos — Oct 2, 2026Kyle Shanahan is set to surpass Bill Walsh as the 49ers’ most tenured head coach, reaching the franchise milestone in his 10th season when San Francisco faces Denver. The matchup carries a family connection: Shanahan’s father, Mike, coached the Broncos to two Super Bowl titles; Kyle has led the 49ers to two Super Bowl appearances but has yet to win a championship.

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Kuzma Responds After One-Point Bucks Preseason Loss — 3dKyle Kuzma answered criticism of his one-point performance in Milwaukee’s 116-97 preseason loss to Minnesota by telling fans to “calm down,” prompting further backlash. The poor showing has renewed questions about the veteran forward’s consistency as he is expected to take on a larger role with the Bucks.

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49ers All-Pro Juszczyk Ruled Out With Knee Injury — 5d49ers fullback Kyle Juszczyk was ruled out of Sunday’s game against the Broncos with a right knee injury after being hit while running with a catch. The injury’s severity was not immediately known; cornerback Upton Stout also left with a shoulder injury.

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Elena Vasquez Juszczyk's blocking and receiving have been huge for the 49ers offense, losing him hurts their run game plans.

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Connor’s Two Goals Lift Jets Past Detroit, 3-2 — 5dCole Perfetti recorded his 100th career NHL assist and Kyle Connor scored two power-play goals as Winnipeg beat Detroit 3-2 on Oct. 4, 2026.

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Derek Foss Skinner stopping 33 shots kept the Jets ahead when it mattered most.

Jets beat Avalanche 3-2, end unbeaten start — 1dKyle Connor scored twice, including the winning goal with 60 seconds left, as Winnipeg beat Colorado 3-2 to improve to 3-0-1 and hand the Avalanche their first loss. Stuart Skinner made 32 saves, while Colorado’s Jaden Schwartz and Fedor Svechkov each had a goal and an assist; Winnipeg defenseman Josh Morrissey left with an upper-body injury.

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NFL Rescinds Juszczyk’s $14,926 Celebration Fine — 5dThe NFL rescinded San Francisco 49ers fullback Kyle Juszczyk’s $14,926 fine after determining his touchdown celebration mimicked drinking a juice box, not a beer, as he had argued. The original penalty drew criticism, including claims of hypocrisy given the league’s beer sponsorships.

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Urban Meyer Calls Michigan Offense ‘Train Wreck’ — 3dAfter Michigan’s 20-14 loss to Minnesota, Urban Meyer called the Wolverines a “train wreck,” citing turnovers, an ineffective offense and a lack of energy and toughness. He said the problems extend beyond quarterback Bryce Underwood and sees no quick fix for first-year coach Kyle Whittingham’s 3-2 team.

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Bears' Caleb Williams Misses Third Straight Game — 4dThe Bears will be without hamstring-injured quarterback Caleb Williams for their Week 5 game against the Packers, with Tyson Bagent starting as Williams remains week-to-week. Running back Kyle Monangai, who sustained a thumb injury (and was later listed with a toe issue), is considered day-to-day and is expected to be okay.

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49ers, Seahawks Face Injury Absences Before Week 5Sports — 4dThe 49ers will be short-handed for their Week 5 NFC West matchup with Seattle: Nick Bosa and James Thompson Jr. are unlikely to play, Kyle Juszczyk and Marques Sigle are out, and receiver Mike Evans is limited with a rib injury. Seattle has ruled out Zach Charbonnet despite his return to practice and reportedly agreed to terms with Joe Mixon as it addresses its backfield needs.

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4-0 49ers Face Seahawks Test — 2dThe 4-0 49ers face a tough test against Seattle, whose disciplined, aggressive defense has stifled San Francisco before; Kyle Shanahan says he is focused on the next game, warning that early-season success can quickly change. The start has also highlighted a sack-free offensive line and defensive depth, while Shanahan has voiced confidence in developing the right linemen and marked a milestone as the franchise’s longest-tenured head coach, drawing praise from George Kittle.

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Briscoe Wins Second Race of 2026 at Las Vegas — 4dChase Briscoe swept the stages and led 175 laps to win the South Point 400 in Las Vegas, holding off a late charge from Kyle Larson, who made contact with Tyler Reddick in the closing laps. The victory lifted Briscoe to sixth in the Chase standings, while Denny Hamlin’s spin and troubled race cost him ground to points leader Larson.

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Kyle Larson Wins Kansas Hollywood Casino 400 — Sep 25, 2026Kyle Larson led 235 laps at Kansas, underscoring his position as the championship points leader in a pivotal stretch of the NASCAR Cup Series postseason. Tyler Reddick, the season’s win leader, entered the race seeking to close a 61-point gap to Larson.

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Braves Even NLDS; White Sox, Rays Take Leads — Sep 30, 2026The Braves face a win-or-go-home Game 3 against the Phillies, opening with left-hander Ray Kerr before turning to Grant Holmes in an effort to contain Kyle Schwarber and Bryce Harper. Atlanta will also need to generate offense against Aaron Nola to keep its season alive.

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49ers' Juszczyk fined $14,926 for beer-chugging celebration — Sep 24, 2026NFL fined 49ers' Kyle Juszczyk $14,926 for miming a beer chug after a TD; he is appealing and says, "I don't even drink beer."

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Nicole Hardy They should drop the appeal and just let players have a little fun after scoring instead of nickel-and-diming them.

Kyle Larson Wins Playoff Race, Ends 51-Race Drought — Sep 13, 2026Kyle Larson ended a 51-race winless streak by winning the Enjoy Illinois 300 at Gateway in overtime after 18 cautions, moving to second in the Chase.

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Maya Lindstrom The caution-filled race mixed up the Chase standings so much that a few drivers are probably sweating their positions right now.

Hamlin Takes Pole as Larson Struggles at Las Vegas — Sep 30, 2026NASCAR’s 10-race Cup Series Chase reaches its halfway point at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, where the South Point 400 is set for Sunday at 5:30 p.m. ET on USA Network; Saturday’s qualifying airs on truTV. Kyle Larson leads Denny Hamlin by 26 points, with Christopher Bell 50 points back, as Hamlin seeks a third consecutive Las Vegas win.

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Kyle Busch Tribute Car Debuts at Bristol — Sep 17, 2026Ty Gibbs will pilot the No. 54 M&M’s tribute car at Bristol to honor the late Kyle Busch, reviving his iconic color scheme tied to Joe Gibbs Racing and Mars’ M&M’s brand. The tribute, supported by Busch’s family and the team, centers on Bristol’s significance in his career with pre-race ceremonies, a family-forward reveal, and reflections on his legacy across multiple series.

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Dolphins Rookie Kyle Louis Expected to Miss Several Weeks With MCL Sprain — Sep 13, 2026Miami Dolphins rookie Kyle Louis, a fourth-round pick who transitioned from linebacker to safety, is expected to miss Week 2 and could be out for an extended period due to a knee injury, potentially impacting Miami’s defensive depth and special-teams role. His absence leaves the Dolphins shorthanded as they prepare to face the 49ers, with coaches emphasizing his versatility and potential future big‑nickel usage.

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Orioles Place Kyle Bradish on 15-Day Injured List, Ending Regular Season — Sep 12, 2026The Orioles placed Kyle Bradish on the 15-day injured list with lower abdominal discomfort, ending his regular season as Yaramil Hiraldo was called up to fill his spot. Bradish’s late-season struggles—five earned runs in three innings in Toronto, a rising ERA, and debates over innings limits and shutdown considerations—have left Baltimore just three games back of the final wild-card spot and sparked questions about how the team should manage him going into the playoffs.

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Marcus Bell They should shut him down completely now instead of pushing innings limits and risking more trouble in October.

High School Soccer Matchups Planned Across RegionsSports — Sep 15, 2026A photo feature captures Columbia vs. Firelands soccer action, including players like Alex Duke and a collision between Kyle Arcuri and Jayden Becker. Separately, Losoya’s boys soccer teams are set to play Zamora Middle School today at 4:30 p.m., with 7th grade at Zamora and 8th grade at home.

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Michigan Football’s 11 Penalties Persist Under Whittingham — Sep 17, 2026Wisconsin’s defense and playmakers paced a win over Eastern Michigan, highlighted by interceptions and explosive tempo as coach Luke Fickell builds on an early-season performance. Meanwhile, Michigan faces a mix of progress and discipline issues under Kyle Whittingham after the Oklahoma upset, as the program pursues five-star target Dakota Guerrant while contending with a high penalty rate early this season.

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Logano Claims Gateway Pole, Widest Since 2017 — Sep 12, 2026Joey Logano captured the Busch Light Pole at Gateway with a 32.817-second lap, cruising to a 0.276-second margin over Kyle Larson as Chase drivers dominated the top of the field. The pole sets Logano up to maximize points in Sunday's Enjoy Illinois 300, with several Chase contenders and notable start positions shaping the race field.

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Priya Raman Chase drivers locking down the top spots makes sense for the playoffs but I hope some of the other guys can still mix it up.