Larry Smith and Producer Tony break down a packed Thursday lineup:
🏀 WNBA Playoffs — Minnesota storms back to oust Golden State, Phoenix stuns New York, and the Dream and Aces look to advance at home. Expansion magic, sellouts, and the next round on deck.
🏈 College Football — A top-25 Big Ten clash as #9 Illinois heads to #19 Indiana. Voice of the Illini Brian Barnhart joins to preview the matchup, explain Brett Bielema’s “sustained success,” and share why this feels different in Champaign.
🏈 Steelers Spotlight — Post-Gazette beat writer Ray Fittipaldo on Aaron Rodgers’ early chemistry in Pittsburgh, a leaky defense, and why the fan base is restless despite new firepower.
⚾ MLB Stretch Run — Astros sweep Texas to take the AL West lead, Cubs clinch a postseason berth, Cleveland won’t go away, and playoff races get tighter by the day.
🏟️ NFL Stadium News — Washington Commanders officially headed back to D.C. with a new RFK project. What it means for fans and the city.
✨ Moment of Awe — Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor homers moments after his wife Katia delivers a stunning violin performance of the national anthem.