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The TEN

(“The TEN” is not a top ten but ten items worth being included in “The TEN”)

1.)—The Milwaukee Brewers, led by pitcher Jacob Misiorowski’s 5.2 shutout innings, defeated the Tampa Bay Rays, 4-1, to capture their first-ever World Series title. Brewers catcher William Contreras earned MVP honors.

2.)—Inside the NBA’s Ernie Johnson announces his departure after 37 seasons. Effective at the end of the 2026-2027 campaign.

3.)—The Lakers, playing without starters Luka Doncic & Zaire Williams, defeated the Clippers at the Intuit Dome 103-87. Quentin Grimes led the Lakers with 23 points. Collin Sexton, off the bench, added 21 in just 21 minutes. Rookie Keaton Wagler led the Clippers with 21 points.

4.)—“Former Clippers favorite Kawaii Leonard, now with Toronto, is out of action for several weeks with a swollen left knee. No appreciable joint damage has been detected by imaging, which has led critic Stephen A. Smith to once again roast this guy for the time he regularly takes off while still getting paid. Smith has called Leonard ‘the worst superstar ever.’”—MVS commenter, “Also”

5.)—The Golden State Valkyries face the Atlanta Dream in Game 6 of the WNBA Finals at State Farm Arena today. Tip-off is at 9:30PST. The Valkyries lead the series 3-1.
(Although the game was announced as sold out, tickets remain available—the cheapest seat is $43.) 

6.)—On this date in 2003: LeBron James made his NBA debut at age 18 for the Cleveland Cavaliers. He scored 25 points (on 12-of-20 shooting), added 9 assists, 6 rebounds, and 4 steals in 42 minutes, but the Cavs lost 106–92 to the Sacramento Kings.

7.)—The Los Angeles Rams have re-signed kicker Joshua Karty to the Practice Squad.

8.)—“’F#*<££{£* kid #80 from Rosemead hurt our kids tackling…”—MVS commenter, “LionsFan” (10/29/2013).

9.)—The Carolina Panthers (3-3) face the Green Bay Packers (4-3) tonight at Lambeau Field

10.)—In five games, Minnesota Vikings WR Justin Jefferson has 23 catches and 3 touchdowns. By contrast, Los Angeles Rams WR Puka Nacua has 45 catches and 2 touchdowns. Note: Arizona Cardinals TE Trey McBride leads the NFL with 59 receptions.