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Billy Haisley

Roberto Firmino of Liverpool battles for possession with Eder Militao of Real Madrid during the UEFA Champions League Quarter Final Second Leg match between Liverpool FC and Real Madrid at Anfield on April 14, 2021 in Liverpool, England.

Liverpool FC v Real Madrid – UEFA Champions League Quarter Final: Leg Two

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Real Madrid Will Not Be Denied

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Ray Ratto

LANDOVER, MARYLAND - JANUARY 09: Cardboard cutouts are seen in a general view as the Tampa Bay Buccaneers play the Washington Football Team during the second quarter of the NFC Wild Card Playoff Round at FedExField on January 09, 2021 in Landover, Maryland. No fans were permitted due to health concerns over the Covid-19 pandemic. (Photo by Patrick Smith/Getty Images)

Wild Card Round – Tampa Bay Buccaneers v Washington Football Team

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Patrick Redford

at American Airlines Center on February 6, 2013 in Dallas, Texas. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Ronald Martinez/Getty Images)

Portland Trail Blazers v Dallas Mavericks

Let’s All Salute LaMarcus Aldridge’s Cool-Ass Fadeaway

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David Roth

Kevin Durant warms up before Tuesday's game against the Timberwolves in a meaningful t-shirt.

Brooklyn Nets v Minnesota Timberwolves

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Activism, Branding, And Writing While Black, With Tyler R. Tynes

Kalyn Kahler

This Could Be The Thinnest NFL Draft In Living Memory

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Maitreyi Anantharaman

CFDA Fashion Icon Award recipient US singer Jennifer Lopez and fiance former baseball pro Alex Rodriguez arrive for the 2019 CFDA fashion awards at the Brooklyn Museum in New York City on June 3, 2019.

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A-Rod Handles Breakup With J.Lo In A Normal And Human Way

Paul Kix is an author, entrepreneur, and occasional podcaster. His writing has appeared in places like The New Yorker, GQ, ESPN, and The Wall Street Journal.

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Paul Kix

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Parenting Lessons From An Ill-Advised Trip Into The Yankee Stadium Bleachers

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Lauren Theisen

Ottawa Senators v Vancouver Canucks

The Canucks Aren’t Ready For Their Comeback

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Giri Nathan

Luka Doncic celebrates after hitting a game-winner.

Dallas Mavericks v Memphis Grizzlies

Luka Doncic Floated In A Buzzer-Beater For The Ages

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Kelsey McKinney

Carlos Rodon stretches through his pitching motion toward home.

Cleveland Indians v Chicago White Sox

Carlos Ródon Had To Come A Long Way For This

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Albert Burneko

SAN JOSE, CALIFORNIA - FEBRUARY 27: Ryan O'Reilly #90 of the St. Louis Blues warms up before their game against the San Jose Sharks at SAP Center on February 27, 2021 in San Jose, California. (Photo by Ezra Shaw/Getty Images)

St Louis Blues v San Jose Sharks

Media Meltdowns

Everyone Reading This Beat Writer’s Insanely Worded Tweet Understands It Completely. Or At Least Is Capable Of Understanding Written Language.

PORTLAND, OREGON - JANUARY 07: Anthony Edwards #1 of the Minnesota Timberwolves watches during warm ups between the Portland Trail Blazers and the Minnesota Timberwolves against the Portland Trail Blazers at Moda Center on January 07, 2021 in Portland, Oregon. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images)

Minnesota Timberwolves v Portland Trail Blazers

Embarrassing: Anthony Edwards Isn’t Familiar With Alex Rodriguez, That Guy On ‘Shark Tank’

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Samer Kalaf

Jared Walsh of the Angels takes a baseball to the crotch during a game.

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Royals Win On Crotch-Assisted Walk-Off Pickoff

Viktor Arvidsson and Roman Josi celebrate after a goal

Tampa Bay Lightning v Nashville Predators

The Predators Are Winning Like Crazy Just To Tread Water

Dallas Mavericks v Detroit Pistons

The NBA’s Play-In Tournament Is A Fun Idea, Until You Actually Have To Play In It

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A doodle of Zion Williamson kicking my head off from the hood of a speeding Jeep.

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Could A Jeep-Mounted Zion Williamson Roundhouse-Kick My Head Off? An Investigation

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Paris Saint-Germain's French forward Kylian Mbappe, Paris Saint-Germain's Senegalese midfielder Idrissa Gueye celebrate after winning the UEFA Champions League quarter-final second leg football match between Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) and FC Bayern Munich at the Parc des Princes stadium in Paris, on April 13, 2021

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PSG Lost When It Should’ve Won After Winning When It Should’ve Lost, And Still Won Anyway

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Barry Petchesky

TORONTO, ON - APRIL 13: David Rittich #33 of the Toronto Maple Leafs protects the corner against the Calgary Flames during an NHL game at Scotiabank Arena on April 13, 2021 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. (Photo by Claus Andersen/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** David Rittich

Calgary Flames v Toronto Maple Leafs

David Rittich Forgot He Blue Himself

Columnist. Author of many <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Drew-Magary/e/B001JS8R52/ref=dp_byline_cont_pop_book_1">fine works of literature</a>, including Point B. Handsomest man in the world.

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Drew Magary

FOXBOROUGH, MA - OCTOBER 18: Julian Edelman #11 of the New England Patriots looks on before a game against the Denver Broncos at Gillette Stadium on October 18, 2020 in Foxborough, Massachusetts. (Photo by Billie Weiss/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Julian Edelman

Denver Broncos v New England Patriots

Julian Edelman Is Going To The Hall Of Fame Whether It’s A Hilarious Travesty Or Not

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What 1993 Video Game Tony La Russa Taught Me About Baseball

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Defector Up All Night

Willians Astudillo Will Absolutely Die For This Shit

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Let’s Unpack This Chess Streaming Drama And Also Watch A Sad Yard Fight

Anthony Neuer, an 18-year-old bowler, right before he hits a 7-10 split.

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Bow Before This Bowling Teen, Who Converted A 7-10 Split

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I Am Officially Powerless To Stop My Kids

Indiana Pacers v Denver Nuggets

Jamal Murray, Joy Ruled Out Of The NBA Playoffs

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