With Game 1 Saturday, here are the key debates, ranging from data-driven queries to player performances and strategy to more ethereal concepts.
NEWS
The Phillies clinched their third consecutive playoff appearance Friday night with a 12-2 victory over the Mets. They can secure their first NL East title since 2011 with one more win over New York this weekend. Read More
Juan Soto was originally in the lineup for Friday night's game against the Athletics but was pulled out after reporting soreness and swelling in his left leg. Manager Aaron Boone said X-rays were negative. Read More
49ers tight end George Kittle is doubtful for Sunday's game at Los Angeles with a hamstring injury, while two of San Francisco's top defenders, Nick Bosa and Charvarius Ward, are listed as questionable. Read More
SPONSOR BUZZ OTHER NEWSEast Carolina's Shavon Revel Jr., one of the top cornerback prospects in the upcoming NFL draft, tore an ACL in practice and is out for the season, sources told ESPN. Read More
The quarterback is off to a hot start at his new school -- and is looking to lead the Orange to new heights. Read More
Our college experts give insight on players, sound and storylines ahead of Week 4. Read More
Detroit shipped off top veterans at the July deadline -- and has played like baseball's best team since. Read More
Here's everything you need to know for Week 3 NFL games. Which teams will win? Who are the X factors, and which storylines matter most? Read More
Players seem to be getting more dramatic -- and creative -- in their attempts to draw penalties. Read More
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