Editorials Articles - Page 28

The Minnesota Wild looked prepared to submit a contract offer to Kirill Kaprizov, hoping to ensure his future with the club. After signing Marco Rossi to a three-year extension, the team has moved its focus to Kaprizov, who will be a free agent in the summer of 2026. The potential offer could be for eight […]

Week 1 is in the books, and there have already been multiple games that had major College Football Playoff implications. There were three different matchups between top 10 teams, so that means that three squads with CFP hopes already have losses. With the playoff expanded to 12 teams, it’s okay to suffer an early season […]

Clay Helton makes his return to Los Angeles as USC plays host to Georgia Southern in Week 2. The Trojans took care of business in Week 1, coming away with a decisive win.  This has led to some bitterness, though, as USC football fans are livid after they were not included in the AP Top […]

The NFL season consists of each of the 32 teams playing 17 games over an 18-week regular season. That means that each team has one bye week. Bye weeks allow teams to freshen up and get healthy during a long and taxing season before the postseason starts up. During the 2025 season, bye weeks will […]

We had the opportunity to interview EA Sports NHL Creative Director Mike Inglehart on NHL 26. We talked about its gameplay, and modes like Be A Pro, HUT, and more. Furthermore, learned more about ICE-Q 2.0 and how NHL Edge Data makes superstar players more unique than ever. Additionally, we got a bit more insight […]

Check out the previous entries in ClutchPoints’ 100 greatest NBA players of all time series based on Josh Eberley’s E-Rank: 100-91 | 90-81 I can only imagine how much emotion goes into picking the 75 greatest NBA players of all time, especially when you know many of the candidates and feel like respecting peers and […]

Death, taxes, and the Toronto Maple Leafs crashing and burning in the playoffs. The good news for the franchise is that they’ve cleared the first-round hump by advancing in two of the past three years, but the bad news is that they haven’t been able to progress any further. With last year’s leading point-getter, Mitch […]

Week 2 of College Football kicks off on Friday night, and while the week does not have many big matchups, many teams look to improve on their Week 1 performances. One of those teams is Nebraska. Nebraska football kicked off the season with a close win over Cincinnati, but struggled in the process. The Cornhuskers […]

The tight end position remains one of the most challenging spots to navigate in fantasy football, especially during Week 1 when uncertainty reigns supreme. With limited preseason data and new offensive systems taking shape, identifying the right plays requires careful analysis of matchups, target competition, and game scripts. Here are three sleeper tight ends you […]

As the 2025 NFL season kicks off, fantasy football managers face critical lineup decisions that could set the tone for their championship aspirations. Week 1 presents unique challenges with limited data from the new season, making wide receiver selections particularly crucial for early success. The opening week traditionally features conservative offensive game plans as teams […]

Week 1 of the 2025 NFL season brings excitement and uncertainty to fantasy football managers everywhere. With no bye weeks and most rosters healthy, lineup decisions can be challenging, especially when separating obvious starts from deeper sleepers and potential busts. The running back position offers some intriguing opportunities and concerning pitfalls that could make or […]

SAN FRANCISCO– It took four tries, but the Golden State Valkyries took down the New York Liberty, in a hard-fought 66-58 win at home for their fourth win in a row. In a game where offense was hard to come by in the second half, the Valkyries held onto the steady play of Temi Fagbenle […]

To say that the 2025 season could not be going any further from plan for the Atlanta Braves would be a major understatement. Heading into 2025, the Braves were boasting a seven-year postseason streak, even doing so in 2024 even though the team’s best position player, Ronald Acuna Jr., played in only 49 games. Moreover, […]

All things considered, the Los Angeles Dodgers are in a pretty good spot heading into the 2025 MLB postseason. Sure, they continue to play down to their competition, have games where they can’t get anything on the scoreboard, and others where no amount of runs is enough to overcome their pitching woes. But with 138 […]

There was a mountain of hype around Clemson football coming into the 2025 season, as Dabo Swinney and the Tigers entered the season ranked No. 4 in the country and with plenty of buzz about a potential national championship run. A lot of that buzz stemmed from a strong close to the 2024 season that […]

The re-prioritized Memphis Grizzlies pulled off one of the most surprising trades of the 2025 offseason when they shipped Desmond Bane to the Orlando Magic in exchange for Kentavious Caldwell-Pope, Cole Anthony, and a bundle of first-round picks. While the draft capital rightfully grabbed headlines, it’s Caldwell-Pope’s role as a versatile win insurance policy that […]

The first week of the college football season is in the books, and it was a big one in the Big Ten. Ohio State played in the biggest game of the week as the Buckeyes hosted No. 1 Texas, and they beat the Longhorns 14-7 to earn a statement win. That was the marquee matchup […]

Week 1 is now in the books, and the SEC had some major games in their first week of play. While some teams played Week 1 cupcakes, others had major tests. The week saw teams like Texas and Alabama fall, while LSU came away with a win. As Week 2 approaches, it is time for […]

The New York Yankees enter their series against the Houston Astros at 76-61. Aaron Boone is under fire with 25 games left to catch the Toronto Blue Jays in the American League East. Aaron Judge, Giancarlo Stanton, and Jazz Chisholm Jr. look like they are ramping up for a deep postseason run. However, one flaw […]

The NFL season kicks off with a classic NFC East rivalry as the Dallas Cowboys travel to face the defending Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles on Thursday Night Football. Fantasy managers need to make critical start/sit decisions for their season-opening lineups, and this high-stakes matchup offers intriguing opportunities beyond the obvious studs. While stars like […]

The Montreal Canadiens made massive strides in 2024-25. After three straight last-place finishes in the Atlantic Division, the Canadiens would finish in fifth and secure the final Wild Card spot in the Eastern Conference playoffs. Now, Canadiens GM Kent Hughes wants to see them take the next step and compete for a Cup. It was […]

Maybe you hit a home run in your fantasy football draft and secured Brock Bowers. If not, perhaps you were able to steer clear of guys like Travis Kelce. But whoever you have, it’s time to look at our fantasy football tight end rankings for Week 1 of the 2025 NFL season. There are a […]

Giannis Antetokounmpo has been at the forefront of questions surrounding the Milwaukee Bucks this offseason. After losing in the first round of the playoffs for the third straight season, many rumors about Giannis’ immediate future surfaced, leading to speculation about whether he would continue his career in Milwaukee. Well, it appears as if all of […]

The Golden State Warriors are one of the original franchises in the NBA since the league was founded in 1946. With their success over the past decade, the Warriors have also become one of the most popular NBA teams across the world — and a lot of that has to do with the emergence of […]

The 2025 NFL season is here, and fantasy football managers are locking in their Week 1 lineups. From quarterback to tight end, you likely spent high draft picks on offensive players. But kickers are often forgotten, but they can help win you matchups. Start the fantasy football season by checking out these kicker rankings ahead […]

The 2025 NFL season is just days away. In fact, there will be real NFL football between the Eagles and Cowboys on Thursday night. That means it is now time to get back into the rhythm of setting a weekly fantasy football lineup. Running backs have seen a resurgence over the past few seasons, at […]

The Los Angeles Lakers are the most storied franchise in NBA history, achieving success at the highest level in virtually every decade of its existence. The Lakers have won 17 championships (five as the Minneapolis Lakers) and have 31 players in the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame. Thirteen Lakers have had their number retired by […]

The NFL season is here, and several fantasy football wide receivers may be overvalued. Of course, there will likely be surprises, too. However, it’s Week 1 for 2025, and here are our fantasy football wide receivers rankings. Of course, the league has its no-brainers. At the head of the list for Week 1 is the […]

Trunk, the newest Epic Brawler in Brawl Stars has arrived, and in this guide we’ll take a look at their attacks, stats, and skills and create the best build possible. Trunk is actually a colony of ants controlling a fake tree that serves as their body during combat. Without further ado, let’s take a look […]

Fantasy Football draft season is upon us, and picking the right tight end can be a key reason for winning the championship. There are not many elite tight ends, so overdrafting someone like Brock Bowers is almost impossible. But that does not remain true for all tight ends. According to FantasyPros.com’s Average Draft Position, there […]

The Washington Capitals were one of the more surprising teams in 2024-25. While Alex Ovechkin missed 16 games with a broken leg, the team did not crumble, but instead had the best record in the Eastern Conference. They return much of their roster from the prior campaign, and it is time to make some bold […]

The NBA MVP Award is for the best player of the regular season. More often than not, it’s an award won by superstars at their primes. However, there are a select few who blossomed early enough to capture the award way ahead of other greats. Here is a look at the 10 youngest NBA MVPs. […]

The UFC closes out its 2025 season in spectacular fashion, as Brandon Royval and Manel Kape finally collide in the main event of UFC Vegas 112 on December 13th in Las Vegas, Nevada. The bout pits two of the flyweight division’s most electrifying talents against each other, wrapping up a year of twists, injuries, and […]

Losing to your most hated rivals in the playoffs isn’t the best way to make your postseason return, but the Ottawa Senators know that contention is a marathon, not a sprint. The Senators made the playoffs for the first time since 2016-17 last season, but a first-round elimination to the Toronto Maple Leafs left them […]

The UFC Paris fight card has undergone a significant late change, as Cage Warriors featherweight champion Harry Hardwick is stepping in to face Kaue Fernandes after French fan favorite Fares Ziam was forced to withdraw due to a family bereavement. This short-notice switch preserves Fernandes’ long-awaited Octagon opportunity and provides Hardwick with his dream debut, […]

The Utah Jazz are entering the 2025-26 season with heavy baggage from one of the darkest stretches in franchise history. Last year’s 17-65 finish wasn’t just their worst record ever; it was a sharp reminder of how quickly the bottom can fall out of a rebuild. A fan base that once saw the Jazz top […]

After years of being stuck in NBA purgatory, the Charlotte Hornets enter the 2025-26 season with a clearer identity and a refreshed direction. Last year’s 19-63 record left them near the bottom of the Eastern Conference yet again, but for once, the losses didn’t feel empty. Under new ownership and the patient guidance of top […]

The Dallas Stars have reason to be hopeful in 2025-26. They have been to the conference finals three straight years, and look to make it four in a row during this campaign. The Stars also had a successful summer in NHL Free Agency. As they attempt to get over the hump in the playoffs, it […]

After 16 years of waiting, Liam and Noel Gallagher have reunited, and the Oasis Live ’25 Tour rocked MetLife Stadium with the best example of what rock-and-roll should be. Bands like Coldplay deliver a spectacle like no other, but this is a pure concert. Yours truly wasn’t alive in the ’90s to see Oasis at […]