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 | Edition #912 November 1 |
From The Gist Team |
Hello, November!
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Quote of the Day |
 | I just got sworn in by @vp to serve the White House! |
 | — LA Sparks star Chiney Ogwumike, after being sworn in as a member of the President's Advisory Council on African Diaspora Engagement. All-Star, analyst, and activist — she truly does it all. |
The Latest |
⚾ One win away
The GIST: As October baseball gives way to November baseball, the Fall Classic nears its completion, with the red-hot Texas Rangers just one win away from their first-ever World Series title. But can the Arizona Diamondbacks hiss back?
Games 3 and 4 recap: Texas narrowly took the series lead with Monday's 3–1 Game 3 victory then brought a power and force rarely seen before, erupting early on offense and staving off a late D-Backs comeback attempt in last night's 11–7 win.
- Those dubs improve the Rangers to 10-0 on the road this postseason, the most-ever playoff road wins in a single run. Mighty morphin', indeed.
- But they didn't celebrate without concern: Game 3 injuries resulted in Texas losing both ALCS MVP Adolis García and starting pitcher Max Scherzer for the rest of the series.
Game 5 preview: Both squads will turn to top arms — Nathan "Big Game Nate" Eovaldi (who notably struggled in Game 1) for the Rangers and Zac Gallen for the D-Backs — for tonight's 8:03 p.m. ET Game 5 in Arizona.
- Eovaldi lives for the big moments and could help secure the Rangers their first World Series ring in six decades of existence, but not if the Answerbacks can pull off another epic comeback and send this thing back to Texas.
Buzzer Beaters |
🏀 The James Harden saga in Philadelphia is officially over. The 34-year-old (plus two of his teammates) was traded to the LA Clippers early yesterday morning in exchange for four Clips' players and multiple draft picks. Hollywood couldn't script it better.
🏈 Yesterday's NFL trade deadline turned out to be somewhat snoozy, save the Washington Commanders dealing defensive ends Chase Young and Montez Sweat to the San Francisco 49ers and Chicago Bears, respectively.
🎓🏈 The first College Football Playoff rankings dropped last night, with Ohio State taking the top spot followed by Georgia, Michigan, Florida State, and Washington rounding out the top five. Bring on Bowl season.
🏆 Inter Miami CF star Lionel Messi won his record eighth Ballon d'Or award (given to the best men's footballer) on Monday while Spain's World Cup champion Aitana Bonmatí took home her first Ballon d'Or Féminin as the best women's player of the year.
🏒 Following the tragic death of former NHLer Adam Johnson over the weekend, the English Ice Hockey Association announced on Monday that neck guards and protectors will be mandatory beginning in 2024.
⚽ While we still don't know which city will host the 2027 FIFA Women's World Cup, Saudi Arabia will likely controversially win the rights for the 2034 Men's World Cup after Australia withdrew their bid yesterday.
🗓️ The 2024 WNBA Draft Lottery is officially set for December 10th, with the Indiana Fever, Phoenix Mercury, LA Sparks, and Seattle Storm hoping to snag the No. 1 pick in a very stacked draft class. Mark that cal.
🤸 On Monday, gymnastics legend Mary Lou Retton made her first public comments since being released from the hospital after battling a rare form of pneumonia. Sending continued love and support.
Mid-Week Watching |
🎾 WTA: WTA Finals — Iga Świątek vs. Coco Gauff — Tonight at 6 p.m. ET — Tennis Channel
- After winning their respective opening group stage matches, Świątek and Gauff will meet for the 10th time in their young careers. Gauff's only won one of those meetings, but is playing with serious power following her US Open win in September.
- However, player complaints about court conditions are putting a damper on what's supposed to be a celebratory season finale. Check out our three-times weekly Sports Biz newsletter for more on this story, the business of women's tennis, and beyond.
🏀 NBA: LA Clippers vs. LA Lakers — Tonight at 10 p.m. ET — ESPN
- Newly minted Clipper James Harden will likely be on the sidelines for this City of Stars showdown, but this game won't be lacking for shine, with Clips' All-Stars Kawhi Leonard and Paul George taking on Lakers' legends LeBron James and Anthony Davis.
⛳ LPGA: TOTO Japan Classic — Tomorrow through Sunday — Golf Channel
- After finishing tied for third at the Maybank Championship last weekend, American rookie Rose Zhang has momentum in her favor heading into fall's final LPGA tournament in Asia. Back to the greens she goes.
🏈 NFL: Tennessee Titans vs. Pittsburgh Steelers — Tomorrow at 8:15 p.m. ET — Amazon Prime
- Titans rookie quarterback (QB) Will Levis will reportedly start under center during Thursday Night Football, not much of a surprise considering he threw twice as many touchdowns in last week's NFL debut as Tennessee QB1 Ryan Tannehill has all season. A changing of the guard.
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The GIST's Picks |
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🕯️ How to get cozy
With a Bath & Body Works three-wick fall candle. Enough said.
🏀 What to watch
Hero Ball, an anime video series featuring NBAers. The Season 2 premiere did not disappoint, with the Heat's Jimmy Butler trying to lure Damian Lillard to Miami.
📚What to check out
Ellevest's free virtual workshop about handling student loan debt, tomorrow at 6 p.m. ET.
Fun & Games |
Question of the Day
A new month means it's time to gear up for what's ahead on the cal. Which event are you most looking forward to? Choose from the list below (or reply to this email) and start prepping that game day 'fit.
NBA In-Season tournament start - November 3rd
Start of NCAA basketball season - November 6th
NWSL Finals - November 11th
NFL Thanksgiving - November 23rd
On Monday, we asked which treat you like the best. 72% voted for chocolate and 28% voted for candy. Sweet stuff.
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