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I'm Jordan Cole. Once a day, I run through what actually happened across the NFL, NBA, MLB, and NHL: the scores, the injuries, the roster moves, the stuff that makes...
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I'm Jordan Cole. Once a day, I run through what actually happened across the NFL, NBA, MLB, and NHL: the scores, the injuries, the roster moves, the stuff that makes you go "wait, really?" Want to go deeper on one sport? I've got dedicated daily shows for that too. This is the fast version. Those are the full breakdown.
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6 OCT 2026 · On The Fast Break Report, NFL officials Jeff Seeman and Adrian Hill are suspended for conduct violations. The Seahawks are set to sign veteran running back Joe Mixon to their practice squad pending a physical, while quarterback Marcus Mariota of the Washington Commanders suffered an MCL sprain. In the NBA, injuries continue to pile up with Max Strus, Coby White, and Tobias Harris all sidelined, and LeBron James, Joel Embiid, and Tyrese Maxey set to miss the 76ers' preseason opener. MLB playoff action saw the Brewers take a 2-0 NLDS lead with a walk-off win, and the Braves evened their series against the Dodgers. In the NHL, Alex Ovechkin declared that this season will be his last, while Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov is on long-term injured reserve. We've got all the scores, transactions, and injury updates you need.
Sources:
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50111452/nfl-suspends-officials-jeff-seeman-adrian-hill-conduct-players
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50112493/seahawks-signing-rb-joe-mixon-workout-source-says
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50112842/mcl-sprain-sidelines-mariota-daniels-preps-practice
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50111928/sources-eagles-rb-tank-bigsby-surgery-headed-ir
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50111347/ravens-unsure-lamar-jackson-ankle-play-vs-falcons
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50111568/sources-chiefs-wr-tyquan-thornton-expected-back-12-16-weeks
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50100789/week-4-key-stats-solak-cee-dee-lamb-cowboys
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50110612/pat-surtain-ii-injury-denver-broncos-defense-effects
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/espn/betting/story/_/id/50111576/nfl-injuries-betting-impact-sportsbooks-odds
- ESPN NBA: https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/50104825/spurs-tobias-harris-miss-preseason-left-calf-strain
- ESPN NHL: https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/50087005/amid-trade-request-red-wings-move-larkin-injured-reserve
- ESPN NBA: https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/50112557/sources-clippers-max-strus-foot-least-4-weeks
- ESPN NBA: https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/50111860/hornets-guard-coby-white-sit-preseason-calf-strain
- ESPN NBA: https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/50111838/james-embiid-maxey-sit-76ers-preseason-opener-vs-knicks
- ESPN MLB: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/50105344/jackson-chourio-walk-single-lifts-brewers-2-0-nlds-edge
- ESPN MLB: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/50101965/braves-start-ray-kerr-game-2-vs-dodgers-chris-sale-game-3
- ESPN MLB: https://www.espn.com/mlb/game/_/gameId/401907986/yankees-rays
- ESPN MLB: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/50107240/michael-harris-ii-leads-braves-3-2-win-dodgers-game-2-tie-nlds
- ESPN NHL: https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/50097585/sabres-f-kulich-returns-blood-clot-issues-nets-winner
- ESPN NHL: https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/50091843/panthers-put-aleksander-barkov-long-term-ir-leg-injury
- ESPN NHL: https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/50109700/s-fly-capitals-alex-ovechkin-retire-end-season
- ESPN NHL: https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/50106368/brad-marchand-march-6-back-panthers-lineup
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5 OCT 2026 · The NFL is hit with a wave of injuries as Ravens QB Lamar Jackson, Bengals receivers Ja'Marr Chase and Tee Higgins, Chiefs WR Tyquan Thornton, and Broncos CB Pat Surtain II all suffered setbacks. Meanwhile, the MLB Division Series have begun with key wins for the Dodgers, White Sox, Brewers, and Rays. In NHL news, Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov is back on long-term injured reserve, and the Sabres secured a win with Jiri Kulich scoring the go-ahead goal.
Sources:
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50102378/ravens-qb-lamar-jackson-leaves-game-vs-titans-ankle-injury
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50101891/bengals-star-wr-jamarr-chase-suffers-concussion-vs-jaguars
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50104571/chiefs-rule-rashee-rice-doubtful-return-injury
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50104577/drake-maye-rebounds-patriots-hand-bills-first-defeat
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50104528/pat-surtain-ii-leaves-game-49ers-lower-right-leg-injury
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50101102/minkah-fitzpatrick-records-int-snapping-jets-record-drought
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50102925/colts-daniel-jones-turnovers-win
- ESPN NBA: https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/50087727/sources-grizzlies-waive-jordan-hawkins-weeks-pels-trade
- ESPN NBA: https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/50076974/jamal-shead-raptors-reach-3-year-24m-extension-2029-30
- ESPN NHL: https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/50087005/amid-trade-request-red-wings-move-larkin-injured-reserve
- ESPN NBA: https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/50104825/spurs-tobias-harris-miss-preseason-left-calf-strain
- ESPN MLB: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/50094243/skubal-shuts-braves-bats-stakes-dodgers-1-0-nlds-lead
- ESPN MLB: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/50092957/white-sox-hold-guardians-three-hits-alds-game-1-win
- ESPN MLB: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/50090503/2026-mlb-division-series-day-1-updates-lineups-analysis
- ESPN MLB: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/50105344/jackson-chourio-walk-single-lifts-brewers-2-0-nlds-edge
- ESPN MLB: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/50101965/braves-start-ray-kerr-game-2-vs-dodgers-chris-sale-game-3
- ESPN MLB: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/50095644/rasmussen-nearly-perfect-vs-yankees-rays-take-alds-game-1
- ESPN NHL: https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/50091843/panthers-put-aleksander-barkov-long-term-ir-leg-injury
- ESPN NHL: https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/50097585/sabres-f-kulich-returns-blood-clot-issues-nets-winner
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4 OCT 2026 · Dodgers and White Sox secure Game 1 victories in their MLB Division Series matchups, while Aaron Judge is a notable absence from the Yankees' playoff roster. In NBA news, Jalen Duren inks a massive $200 million contract with the Pistons, and Jamal Shead signs an extension with the Raptors. The NFL landscape is marked by significant injury updates, including Aaron Donald's absence for the Rams and the Bears naming Tyson Bagent their starting quarterback, alongside other key player removals from the field. NHL updates feature major injury news for Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov.
Sources:
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50085994/aaron-donald-puka-nacua-play-rams-game-vs-eagles
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50077145/2026-trade-deadline-early-look-players-teams-predictions
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50076570/pittsburgh-steelers-trade-joey-porter-jr-dallas-cowboys
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50090746/source-bears-expected-start-qb-tyson-bagent-vs-jets
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50093238/panthers-place-wr-xavier-legette-ir-knee-injury
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50090624/colts-wr-keenan-allen-groin-vs-commanders-london
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50092081/saints-rule-lb-kaden-elliss-pass-rusher-carl-granderson
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50093007/seahawks-place-rb-jadarian-price-chest-ir
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50092744/bears-lt-braxton-jones-ir-theo-benedet-start-vs-jets
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/fantasy/football/story/_/page/FFSundayInactives-50077553/fantasy-football-injuries-nfl-week-4-inactive-active
- ESPN NHL: https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/50087005/amid-trade-request-red-wings-move-larkin-injured-reserve
- ESPN NBA: https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/50081576/jalen-duren-accepts-5-year-200m-deal-pistons-agent-says
- ESPN NBA: https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/50076974/jamal-shead-raptors-reach-3-year-24m-extension-2029-30
- ESPN NBA: https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/50087727/sources-grizzlies-waive-jordan-hawkins-weeks-pels-trade
- ESPN MLB: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/50090503/2026-mlb-division-series-day-1-updates-lineups-analysis
- ESPN MLB: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/50094243/skubal-shuts-braves-bats-stakes-dodgers-1-0-nlds-lead
- ESPN MLB: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/50092957/white-sox-hold-guardians-three-hits-alds-game-1-win
- ESPN MLB: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/50090418/source-aaron-judge-not-yankees-roster-alds-vs-rays
- ESPN MLB: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/50092278/dodgers-include-prospect-josue-de-paula-nlds-roster
- ESPN MLB: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/50091010/joe-musgrove-sticks-padres-roster-buehler-paternity-list
- ESPN NHL: https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/50091843/panthers-put-aleksander-barkov-long-term-ir-leg-injury
- ESPN NHL: https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/50091106/blackhawks-bowen-byram-miss-buffalo-return
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3 OCT 2026 · On The Fast Break Report, we've got significant injury news across the NFL, with Vikings star Justin Jefferson sidelined by an ankle sprain, DeVonta Smith out for the Eagles, and Aaron Donald missing for the Rams. The Cowboys are busy, acquiring cornerback Joey Porter Jr. after his trade from the Steelers. In the NBA, Jalen Duren lands a massive contract extension with the Pistons, and Jamal Shead gets a new deal with the Raptors. MLB playoff matchups are set with Tarik Skubal and Hagen Smith tapped as Game 1 starters, while Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov exits his game with a knee injury.
Sources:
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50076570/pittsburgh-steelers-trade-joey-porter-jr-dallas-cowboys
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50085994/aaron-donald-puka-nacua-play-rams-game-vs-eagles
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50086264/texans-get-wr-nico-collins-hamstring-back-vs-cowboys
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50086883/49ers-wr-mike-evans-game-decision-rib-injury
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/50086884/rb-jadarian-price-ruled-seattle-seahawks-week-4
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50086081/vikings-justin-jefferson-vs-dolphins-ankle-injury
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50086150/eagles-devonta-smith-vs-rams-hamstring-injury
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50086232/joey-porter-jr-designation-debut-cowboys
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50077145/2026-trade-deadline-early-look-players-teams-predictions
- ESPN NBA: https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/50076974/jamal-shead-raptors-reach-3-year-24m-extension-2029-30
- ESPN NHL: https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/50087005/amid-trade-request-red-wings-move-larkin-injured-reserve
- ESPN NBA: https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/50081576/jalen-duren-accepts-5-year-200m-deal-pistons-agent-says
- ESPN MLB: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/50086265/yankees-waiting-decide-aaron-judge-availability-alds
- ESPN MLB: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/50085886/dodgers-commit-skubal-game-1-start-nlds-source-says
- ESPN MLB: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/50085207/white-sox-start-reliever-hagen-smith-vs-guardians-alds
- ESPN MLB: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/50085547/red-sox-mickey-gasper-surgery-repair-right-biceps-tendon
- ESPN NHL: https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/50080815/lightning-hedman-returns-ice-energized-lost-season
- ESPN NHL: https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/50082210/panthers-aleksander-barkov-exits-early-sharks-injury
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2 OCT 2026 · I'm Jordan Cole. On The Fast Break Report today: the NFL is seeing an alarming trend with eight quarterback injuries in just three weeks, sparking worries about more trades and quarterback uncertainty. We've got the latest on Odell Beckham Jr.'s release from the Giants, with coach John Harbaugh explaining the move. In the NHL, the Ducks are making a significant investment, signing defenseman Tristan Luneau to a massive extension after just 14 games. Plus, updates on NBA contract extensions and MLB playoff pitching decisions.
Sources:
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50071302/giants-harbaugh-explains-reasoning-releasing-beckham
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50071476/bears-ben-johnson-direction-already-made-week-4-qb
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50058901/week-4-buzz-fantasy-predictions-graziano-fowler-2026
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50078973/nfl-week-4-steelers-browns-top-plays-tnf
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50076570/pittsburgh-steelers-trade-joey-porter-jr-dallas-cowboys
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50079466/joey-porter-happy-fresh-start-cowboys-eyes-sunday-debut
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50079185/saints-putting-rb-travis-etienne-hamstring-ir
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50077836/commanders-jayden-daniels-says-taking-injury-day-day
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50079739/minkah-fitzpatrick-healthy-ready-rejoin-jets-vs-bears
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50059971/quarterback-injuries-barnwell-mayfield-dart-daniels
- ESPN NBA: https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/50070155/clippers-brandom-ingram-gets-light-work-practice
- ESPN NBA: https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/50076974/jamal-shead-raptors-reach-3-year-24m-extension-2029-30
- ESPN MLB: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/50079570/guardians-start-parker-messick-gavin-williams-alds
- ESPN MLB: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/50046007/mlb-playoffs-2026-wild-card-game-3-live-updates-analysis-takeaways-phillies-braves
- ESPN NHL: https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/50067224/avalanche-sign-coach-jared-bednar-four-year-extension
- ESPN NHL: https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/50054705/nhl-2026-27-season-trade-grades-deals-report-cards-top-players-prospects-biggest-deals
- ESPN NHL: https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/50078832/ducks-sign-tristan-luneau-432m-extension-14-nhl-games
- ESPN NHL: https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/50077596/sabres-sign-defenseman-louis-crevier-4-year-16m-extension
- ESPN NHL: https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/50077967/report-rangers-goalie-joonas-korpisalo-week-week
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1 OCT 2026 · On The Fast Break Report, we've got a dramatic Game 3 forced in the MLB Wild Card Series as the Phillies rallied past the Braves. In the NFL, Packers receiver Jayden Reed is out for the season with a neck injury, and there's buzz around quarterback decisions for teams like the Bears. Plus, the NHL season is underway with the Panthers winning their opener in overtime, and several key contract extensions are signed.
Sources:
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50058901/week-4-buzz-fantasy-predictions-graziano-fowler-2026
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50072249/patriots-drake-maye-shoulder-fine-all-ok-mike-vrabel
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50071951/falcons-sign-dt-gervon-dexter-sr-four-year-extension
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50068583/sources-packers-put-wr-jayden-reed-ir-due-neck-injury
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50071476/bears-ben-johnson-direction-already-made-week-4-qb
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50070581/steelers-rule-joey-porter-again-jalen-ramsey-questionable
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50071302/giants-harbaugh-explains-reasoning-releasing-beckham
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50067397/carolina-panthers-concern-injuries-week-4-game-lions
- ESPN NBA: https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/50070155/clippers-brandom-ingram-gets-light-work-practice
- ESPN MLB: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/50070582/roman-anthony-hand-red-sox-lineup-game-2-alwcs
- ESPN MLB: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/50071794/padres-salas-set-become-youngest-ever-catch-playoff-game
- ESPN MLB: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/50070968/astros-daulton-varsho-wrist-surgery-done-season
- ESPN MLB: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/50071368/alec-bohm-home-run-caps-phillies-rally-forces-game-3-vs-braves
- ESPN NHL: https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/50054705/nhl-2026-27-season-trade-grades-deals-report-cards-top-players-prospects-biggest-deals
- ESPN NHL: https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/50067224/avalanche-sign-coach-jared-bednar-four-year-extension
- ESPN NHL: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/50071303/golden-knights-sign-c-william-karlsson-2-year-135m-deal
- ESPN NHL: https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/50070841/stars-sign-backup-goalie-desmith-2-year-5m-extension
- ESPN NHL: https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/50064781/mckenna-tops-15-minutes-nhl-debut-maple-leafs-fall
- ESPN NHL: https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/50062937/panthers-win-spoil-hurricanes-banner-night
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30 SEP 2026 · On The Fast Break Report, Jordan Cole covers the NFL's upset win by the Bears over the Eagles and the Giants releasing Odell Beckham Jr. In MLB, hear about the Braves' comeback victory against the Phillies in the NL Wild Card opener and key roster moves for the Yankees. Plus, a serious injury update in the NHL as Wild defenseman Brock Faber is out indefinitely following surgery for a fractured skull.
Sources:
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50059755/sources-giants-release-fan-favorite-odell-beckham-jr
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50061293/patriots-place-offensive-lineman-greg-van-roten-thigh-ir
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50062199/steelers-ramsey-says-broken-wrist-uncertain-thursday
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50062628/guard-sam-cosmi-safety-nick-cross-london-game-vs-colts
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50059809/source-bengals-cut-keshawn-williams-costly-muffed-punt
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50058897/panthers-ol-damien-lewis-ucl-injury-sources-say
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50059771/san-francisco-49ers-george-kittle-torn-achilles-recovery
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50055561/nfl-chicago-bears-philadelphia-eagles-monday-night-football-case-keenum
- ESPN NBA: https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/50055438/tatum-comfortable-leading-new-look-celtics-post-brown-trade
- ESPN MLB: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/50045947/mlb-playoffs-2026-wild-card-game-1-live-updates-analysis-takeaways
- ESPN MLB: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/50061256/riley-homer-rallies-braves-phillies-wild-card-opener
- ESPN MLB: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/50058710/aaron-judge-not-yankees-roster-alwcs-source-confirms
- ESPN MLB: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/50061756/brewers-remain-cautious-joey-ortiz-prep-nlds
- ESPN MLB: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/50062495/mattingly-call-duran-7th-backfires-phillies-loss
- ESPN MLB: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/50059817/padres-add-joe-musgrove-2024-wild-card-roster
- ESPN NHL: https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/50054787/maple-leafs-trade-jackets-kirill-marchenko-source-says
- ESPN NHL: https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/50052291/canes-hoping-deal-holdout-alexander-nikishin
- ESPN NHL: https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/50059634/wild-top-pair-d-man-brock-faber-surgery-fractured-skull
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29 SEP 2026 · Jordan Cole runs through the top headlines. The Giants are reportedly making a big move, trading for Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy. Meanwhile, significant NFL injuries hit Justin Jefferson, Baker Mayfield, Breece Hall, and Travis Etienne Jr. In the NBA, Jayson Tatum is set to lead the Celtics, Karl-Anthony Towns is seeking a Knicks extension, and Nikola Jokic plans to sign long-term with Denver. MLB news includes Aaron Judge's push for a playoff roster spot and Luis Arraez missing the wild-card series. Plus, a trade sees Kirill Marchenko join the Maple Leafs.
Sources:
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50052864/sources-giants-acquire-qb-jj-mccarthy-trade-vikings
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50054067/sources-vikings-jefferson-ankle-sprain-play-week
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50052996/buccaneers-mayfield-thumb-least-three-weeks-bowles-says
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50053866/sources-jets-rb-breece-hall-week-week-quad-injury
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50054057/saints-rb-travis-etienne-jr-sit-hamstring-injury
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50055103/jonathan-greenard-pectoral-make-eagles-debut-monday-source-says
- ESPN NBA: https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/50055438/tatum-comfortable-leading-new-look-celtics-post-brown-trade
- ESPN NBA: https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/50053583/karl-anthony-towns-wants-extension-stay-knicks
- ESPN NBA: https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/50053467/tyrese-haliburton-no-restrictions-return-achilles-tear
- ESPN NBA: https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/50054063/jokic-leaves-no-doubt-future-gonna-sign-next-year
- ESPN NBA: https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/50053694/clippers-brandon-ingram-miss-start-season-surgery
- ESPN NBA: https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/50054712/sources-hornets-waiving-recently-acquired-rob-dillingham
- ESPN NBA: https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/50028196/2026-27-nba-regular-season-buzz-latest-live-updates-news-intel-trades-deals
- ESPN MLB: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/50047392/dan-wilson-not-return-seattle-mariners-manager
- ESPN MLB: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/50054624/aaron-judge-set-take-bp-yankees-roster-call-nears
- ESPN MLB: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/50053611/red-sox-rookie-lhp-payton-tolle-start-game-1-vs-yankees
- ESPN MLB: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/50055018/luis-arraez-ankle-phillies-wild-card-roster
- ESPN NHL: https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/50054705/nhl-2026-27-season-trade-grades-deals-report-cards-top-players-prospects-biggest-deals
- ESPN NHL: https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/50054787/maple-leafs-trade-jackets-kirill-marchenko-source-says
- ESPN NHL: https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/50052291/canes-hoping-deal-holdout-alexander-nikishin
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28 SEP 2026 · This episode of The Fast Break Report recaps a busy weekend in sports. In the NFL, quarterback Baker Mayfield suffered a dislocated thumb, and Justin Jefferson is sidelined with an ankle injury, as a wave of injuries hits multiple teams. MLB playoff races conclude, with the Houston Astros clinching the AL West at .500 and the Philadelphia Phillies securing the final National League Wild Card. We've got NBA trade news with Rob Dillingham heading to Charlotte for Buddy Hield, and a major injury update for the Hornets' Kon Knueppel. Finally, the NHL brings a heartbreaking story as Penguins forward Andrei Kuzmenko takes a leave of absence following the tragic death of his father in Russia, alongside news of Macklin Celebrini being named the Sharks' youngest captain.
Sources:
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50034932/best-plays-moments-touchdowns-more
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50047972/bucs-qb-baker-mayfield-dislocated-thumb-undergo-mri
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50044229/dolphins-rb-devon-achane-suffers-knee-injury-vs-chiefs
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50046930/harbaugh-says-winston-qb1-even-giants-add-another-qb
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50046851/vikings-rule-justin-jefferson-ankle-injury
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50046696/49ers-rule-veteran-wr-mike-evans-rib-injury
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50047576/rb-breece-hall-suffers-thigh-injury-jets-lose-late-once-again
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50047817/marcus-mariota-hurt-jayden-daniels-leads-commanders
- CBS Sports NFL: https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/nfl-week-3-winners-losers-commanders-upset-seahawks-drake-maye-struggles/
- CBS Sports NFL: https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/baker-mayfield-injury-buccaneers-vikings-2026/
- CBS Sports NFL: https://www.cbssports.com/nfl/news/steelers-offense-shows-potential-vs-bengals/
- ESPN NBA: https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/50036563/sources-bulls-trade-rob-dillingham-hornets-buddy-hield
- ESPN NBA: https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/50029427/hornets-star-kon-knueppel-sidelined-hamstring-injury
- ESPN NBA: https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/50028686/kyrie-irving-no-restrictions-19-month-acl-recovery
- ESPN MLB: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49895269/mlb-2026-new-york-yankees-postseason-playoffs-roster-wild-card-aaron-judge
- ESPN MLB: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/50047240/astros-win-their-5th-al-west-title-last-6-years-81-81-record
- ESPN MLB: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/50046604/phillies-go-collapse-clinch-secure-wild-card-berth
- ESPN MLB: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/50047392/dan-wilson-not-return-seattle-mariners-manager
- ESPN MLB: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/50044091/yankees-give-schlittler-game-1-wild-card-series-start-red-sox
- ESPN NHL: https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/50028512/macklin-celebrini-20-becomes-youngest-ever-sharks-captain
- ESPN NHL: https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/50028073/hurricanes-sign-goalie-pyotr-kochetkov-2-year-extension
- ESPN NHL: https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/50023292/penguins-kuzmenko-takes-leave-father-killed-bear
- ESPN NHL: https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/50042124/islanders-sign-logan-stanley-one-year-contract
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27 SEP 2026 · This is The Fast Break Report with Jordan Cole. The NBA's Chicago Bulls are set to land elite shooter Buddy Hield from the Charlotte Hornets in a deal for Rob Dillingham and cash, aiming to boost their young forwards. In the NFL, the Chicago Bears face quarterback uncertainty with Caleb Williams out and backup Tyson Bagent in concussion protocol. Plus, the Texas Rangers suffer a major blow as third baseman Josh Jung lands on the injured list with a broken hand, impacting their playoff push.
Sources:
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50028567/rams-targeting-week-4-return-wr-puka-nacua
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50029379/qb-sam-darnold-back-sunday-seahawks-two-safeties
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50034949/bears-qb-williams-mnf-backup-bagent-back-practice
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50036843/broncos-place-rb-jonah-coleman-ankle-ir
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50034054/colts-officially-place-wr-alec-pierce-ir-heel-issue
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50034608/sources-packers-sign-og-tomlinson-cowboys-practice-squad
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50034943/jets-elevate-sterling-shepard-adonai-mitchell-question
- ESPN NFL: https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/50028606/new-england-patriots-week-3-defense-gabe-jacas-rookie
- ESPN NBA: https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/50029427/hornets-star-kon-knueppel-sidelined-hamstring-injury
- ESPN NBA: https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/50028686/kyrie-irving-no-restrictions-19-month-acl-recovery
- ESPN NBA: https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/50029086/grizzlies-waive-veteran-point-guard-dangelo-russell
- ESPN NBA: https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/50036563/sources-bulls-trade-rob-dillingham-hornets-buddy-hield
- CBS Sports NBA: https://www.cbssports.com/nba/news/bulls-hornets-trade-buddy-hield-rob-dillingham/
- ESPN MLB: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/50035257/rangers-lose-josh-jung-broken-hand-amid-tight-al-west-race
- ESPN MLB: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/50030455/white-sox-montgomery-sets-single-season-strikeout-record
- ESPN MLB: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/50036740/aaron-nola-pitching-2-days-rest-phillies-make-4th-attempt-clinch-nl-wild-card
- ESPN MLB: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/50035926/juan-soto-exits-mets-win-hbp-x-rays-negative
- ESPN MLB: https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/49895269/mlb-2026-new-york-yankees-postseason-playoffs-roster-wild-card-aaron-judge
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I'm Jordan Cole. Once a day, I run through what actually happened across the NFL, NBA, MLB, and NHL: the scores, the injuries, the roster moves, the stuff that makes...
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I'm Jordan Cole. Once a day, I run through what actually happened across the NFL, NBA, MLB, and NHL: the scores, the injuries, the roster moves, the stuff that makes you go "wait, really?" Want to go deeper on one sport? I've got dedicated daily shows for that too. This is the fast version. Those are the full breakdown.
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