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Swing district Republicans brace for political fallout if health care subsidies expire
SUMMARY: House Republicans in key battleground districts are working to contain the political fallout expected when thousands of their constituents face higher bills for health insurance coverage obtained through the Affordable Care Act. For a critical sliver of the GOP majority, the impending expiration of the enhanced premium tax credits after Dec. 31 could be a major political liability as they potentially face midterm headwinds in a 2026 election critical to President Donald Trump’s agenda. For Democrats, the party’s strategy for capturing the House majority revolves around pinning higher bills for groceries, health insurance and utilities on Republicans.
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Outfielder Cedric Mullins and Tampa Bay Rays finalize $7.5 million, 1-year contract
SUMMARY: Outfielder Cedric Mullins and the Tampa Bay Rays have finalized a $7.5 million, one-year contract that includes a mutual option for 2027. Tampa Bay designated right-hander Yoniel Curet for assignment to open a roster space for Mullins. A 31-year-old center fielder who bats left-handed, Mullins hit .216 with 17 homers and 59 RBIs in 133 games this year for Baltimore and the New York Mets, who acquired him at the July 31 trade deadline for three minor league right-handers: Raimon Gómez, Anthony Nunez and Chandler Marsh. Mullins batted .182 with two homers and 10 RBIs in 42 games with the Mets.
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McCarthy, Vikings rebound with 31-0 win over reeling Commanders, who lose Daniels to injury again
SUMMARY: J.J. McCarthy threw a career-high three touchdown passes in his first turnover-free game, returning from his latest injury absence in prime form for the Minnesota Vikings in a 31-0 victory that sent the Washington Commanders to their eighth straight loss. McCarthy went 16 for 23 for 163 yards in his seventh NFL start. He sat out last week with a concussion while the Vikings were shut out for the first time in 18 years. McCarthy hit his tight ends for all three scores, two to Josh Oliver and one to T.J. Hockenson. The Vikings are 5-8. The Commanders are 3-10.
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Commanders fear torn ACL for tight end Zach Ertz, lament loss of revered veteran
SUMMARY: Washington Commanders tight end Zach Ertz was feared to have suffered a torn ACL in his right knee after being leveled by a hard hit in the game at Minnesota on Sunday. Coach Dan Quinn said the 35-year-old would have an MRI exam for a full diagnosis on Monday. The injury to the revered 13-year veteran further cast a pall over a frustrated locker room following the team’s eighth consecutive loss. Ertz recently passed Shannon Sharpe to move into fifth place all time in tight end receptions in NFL history. He trails Tony Gonzalez, Jason Witten, Travis Kelce and Antonio Gates.
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QB Jayden Daniels out again for Commanders after landing hard on previously injured left elbow
SUMMARY: Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels was forced out again at Minnesota after landing hard on his previously injured left elbow during an interception return. Daniels missed the past three games. The Commanders faced fourth-and-1 from the Minnesota 30 in the third quarter when Daniels tried a quick throw to his left that Vikings edge rusher Andrew Van Ginkel leaped to deflect and secure before a 40-yard runback. Vikings cornerback Isaiah Rodgers delivered a clean block on Daniels during the return with a two-handed shove to the chest that caused him to lose his balance and land on his left elbow.
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Late reversal helps Steelers hold on for 27-22 win over Ravens and sole possession of division lead
SUMMARY: Aaron Rodgers threw for 284 yards and a touchdown and even ran for TD in perhaps his best game with the Steelers, and Pittsburgh took sole possession of first place in the AFC North, holding on for a 27-22 win over the Ravens when a Baltimore touchdown with 2:43 remaining was overturned by a replay review. Isaiah Likely secured a pass from Lamar Jackson with two hands in the end zone, and both his feet came down, but as he was about to complete another step with his right foot, Joey Porter Jr. of the Steelers knocked the ball free. It was initially called a touchdown but then changed to incomplete. The Ravens eventually turned the ball over on downs.
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Ravens lose grasp on first place when Likely TD turns into a drop
SUMMARY: Isaiah Likely clasped his hands around the football in the end zone and took a couple of steps forward. The referee signaled a touchdown, and the Baltimore Ravens and their fans began to celebrate the go-ahead score in the fourth quarter of a pivotal game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. An instant later, the touchdown call was overturned. A replay review showed Likely lost control of the ball before taking a third step with it, and the incomplete pass turned out to be a significant factor in Baltimore’s 27-22 defeat Sunday. In a season that hasn’t remotely met expectations, the Ravens were dealt another devastating blow by a very close and controversial call.
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No. 7 Maryland scores 10 points in less than a minute to beat Minnesota in double OT, 100-99
SUMMARY: Saylor Poffenbarger had 30 points and 10 rebounds, and No. 7 Maryland scored 10 straight points with less than a minute remaining in double overtime to beat Minnesota 100-99. Oluchi Okananwa had 25 points and eight rebounds for the undefeated Terrapins, who trailed 99-90 with less than a minute to play in the second overtime. Poffenbarger hit two free throws, and then the Gophers turned it over on the in-bounds pass twice in a row. Steals by Kyndal Walker and Okananwa resulted in three-point plays for each, cutting Minnesota’s lead to one with 35 seconds to play. Poffenbarger completed the comeback on a layup with 10 seconds remaining.
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Capitals place goalie Charlie Lindgren, forward Ryan Leonard on injured reserve
SUMMARY: The Washington Capitals placed goalie Charlie Lindgren and forward Ryan Leonard on injured reserve Sunday night before their game against Columbus.Washington recalled forward Bogdan Trineyev and goalie Clay Stevenson from Hershey of the American Hockey League.Lindgren (upper body) was a late scratch Friday night before a 4-3 shootout loss at Anaheim. Leonard (upper body) didn’t return after his face was bloodied on an unpenalized first-period check from Jacob Trouba. Lindgren is 5-3 with a 3.11 goals-against average in his 10th NHL season and fifth with Washington.
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Thompson earns his 100th win as Capitals down Blue Jackets 2-0
SUMMARY: Logan Thompson made 39 saves to record his 100th career victory and seventh career shutout as the Washington Capitals defeated the Columbus Blue Jackets 2-0 on Sunday night. Jakob Chychrun scored his 11th goal on a one-timer of Tom Wilson’s feed to the inside of the left faceoff circle just 50 seconds into the second period. Aliaksei Protas added his 10th on an empty netter with 1:26 left as Washington extended its points streak to eight games. Jet Greaves made 36 stops for Columbus. The Blue Jackets were held scoreless for the first time after recording 17 goals in their previous three games, and have now scored only twice in three meetings with the Capitals this season.
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Brunson, Hart lead the Knicks to a 106-100 victory over the Magic
SUMMARY: Jalen Brunson had 30 points and nine assists, Josh Hart added 17 points and 12 rebounds, and the New York Knicks beat the Orlando Magic 106-100 on Sunday. OG Anunoby had 21 points and seven rebounds, and Mikal Bridges finished with 12 points, seven rebounds and six assists. The Knicks (16-7) improved to 13-1 at home, and defeated the Magic for the first time in three meetings, despite playing without center Karl-Anthony Towns (left calf tightness). Desmond Bane had 16 points and six rebounds, and Anthony Black had 14 points and 11 rebounds for the Magic (14-10), who lost star forward Franz Wagner in the first quarter due to a lower left leg injury.
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Dolphins' Achane leaves with a rib injury; Jets rookie QB Cook steps in for injured Taylor
SUMMARY: Miami Dolphins running back De'Von Achane left the 34-10 victory against the New York Jets after injuring his ribs. Achane was slow to walk off the field after a 29-yard run late in the second quarter Sunday. Coach Mike McDaniel said Achane could have returned in an emergency. Achane ran for 92 yards and a touchdown on seven carries before leaving. Jets rookie quarterback Brady Cook made his regular-season NFL debut when he replaced the injured Tyrod Taylor in the first quarter. Cook was signed in May as an undrafted free agent. He finished 14 of 30 for 163 yards and two interceptions.
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Quincy Williams arrives in Joker makeup for Jets' Gotham City game against Dolphins
SUMMARY: Quincy Williams made a bold entrance for the New York Jets' 34-10 loss to the Miami Dolphins. The linebacker arrived at MetLife Stadium on Sunday with his face painted like the comic and movie villain Joker, complete with a big red grin. The team shared a video of Williams greeting people as he entered. His look matches the Jets' “Gotham City Football” Rivalries uniforms for the game. AFC East and NFC West teams are wearing these special uniforms for select games this season. The Jets' uniforms feature matte black helmets and “Gotham Green” jerseys. The stadium also has themed elements, including redesigned end zones.
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Tagovailoa wins in cold, leads Dolphins to 4th straight victory 34-10 to remain unbeaten vs. Jets
SUMMARY: Tua Tagovailoa remained unbeaten against the New York Jets, leading the Miami Dolphins to a 34-10 victory on Sunday. With this win, Tagovailoa improves to 7-0 against the Jets as a starter. The Dolphins have now won five of their last six games. De'Von Achane ran for 92 yards and a touchdown before leaving with a rib injury. Jaylen Wright stepped in with a career-high 107 yards. The Jets, now eliminated from playoff contention, saw rookie quarterback Brady Cook make his NFL debut after Tyrod Taylor left with a groin injury. Miami's defense and special teams also played key roles in the win.
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LeBron James' vintage performance leaves Philly crowd in awe
SUMMARY: LeBron James has thrilled fans with a vintage performance against the Philadelphia 76ers. He scored 29 points, including 10 straight in the fourth quarter, leading the Lakers to a 112-108 win on Sunday night. This comes after his NBA record double-digit scoring streak ended last week. James, who has battled injuries this season, says he's not 100% but felt better than in recent games. Luka Doncic also returned for the Lakers, contributing a triple-double. Despite retirement speculation, James continues to shine, leaving fans in awe of his clutch plays.
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Late reversal helps Steelers hold on for 27-22 win over Ravens and sole possession of division lead
SUMMARY: Aaron Rodgers threw for 284 yards and a touchdown and even ran for TD in perhaps his best game with the Steelers, and Pittsburgh took sole possession of first place in the AFC North, holding on for a 27-22 win over the Ravens when a Baltimore touchdown with 2:43 remaining was overturned by a replay review. Isaiah Likely secured a pass from Lamar Jackson with two hands in the end zone, and both his feet came down, but as he was about to complete another step with his right foot, Joey Porter Jr. of the Steelers knocked the ball free. It was initially called a touchdown but then changed to incomplete. The Ravens eventually turned the ball over on downs.
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Ravens lose grasp on first place when Likely TD turns into a drop
SUMMARY: Isaiah Likely clasped his hands around the football in the end zone and took a couple of steps forward. The referee signaled a touchdown, and the Baltimore Ravens and their fans began to celebrate the go-ahead score in the fourth quarter of a pivotal game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. An instant later, the touchdown call was overturned. A replay review showed Likely lost control of the ball before taking a third step with it, and the incomplete pass turned out to be a significant factor in Baltimore’s 27-22 defeat Sunday. In a season that hasn’t remotely met expectations, the Ravens were dealt another devastating blow by a very close and controversial call.
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Rantanen scores lone shootout goal as Stars rally past Penguins 3-2
SUMMARY: Mikko Rantanen’s final-round score was the only goal of the shootout and Jake Oettinger made 27 saves as the Dallas Stars beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 3-2 on Sunday night. Defenseman Miro Heiskanen scored 6-on-5 to tie the score 2-2 with 1:49 left in regulation and Jamie Benn also scored for the Stars, who have won three consecutive games. Thomas Novak and fourth-liner Connor Dewar scored for the Penguins, who are 0-4 in shootouts this season. Jarry, who stopped 21 shots, lost for the first time in his last five starts.
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James hits go-ahead 3 and scores 29 points, Doncic has triple-double in Lakers' win over 76ers
SUMMARY: LeBron James hit a late go-ahead 3-pointer and scored 29 points, Luka Doncic had a triple-double and the Los Angeles Lakers beat the Philadelphia 76ers 112-108 on Sunday night. Joel Embiid made an 18-footer for Philadelphia that tied it at 105. James came right back down and hit a 3 with 1:12 left for the lead and added a 20-footer on the next possession to make it 110-105. Doncic finished with 31 points, 15 rebounds and 11 assists. Doncic, the NBA scoring leader, missed the last two games as he traveled to Slovenia where his fiancee gave birth to their daughter. James sat out Friday against Boston with sciatica, which kept him sidelined for the first 14 games this season, and left foot joint arthritis.
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LeBron James' vintage performance leaves Philly crowd in awe
SUMMARY: LeBron James has thrilled fans with a vintage performance against the Philadelphia 76ers. He scored 29 points, including 10 straight in the fourth quarter, leading the Lakers to a 112-108 win on Sunday night. This comes after his NBA record double-digit scoring streak ended last week. James, who has battled injuries this season, says he's not 100% but felt better than in recent games. Luka Doncic also returned for the Lakers, contributing a triple-double. Despite retirement speculation, James continues to shine, leaving fans in awe of his clutch plays.
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