Rowland Office, the 1975 Topps rookie highlighted in the Hall of Fame’s #CardCorner series, logged a 29‑game hitting streak in 1976—the closest any of his 11‑year MLB career (Braves, Expos, Yankees) came to joining the 30‑game club. Drafted by Atlanta in the fourth round of 1970, Office debuted at 19, became the youngest player in the majors that season, and later backed up Dusty Baker while taking over for Hank Aaron after the legend’s record‑breaking 715th homer on April 8, 1974. He finished 1974 with a .246 average in 131 games and finished his career batting .259. The article traces his rise from high‑school star to its most memorable streak and includes a Topps card photo.
The Tampa Bay Buccaneers shut down the Atlanta Falcons, 16-0, at Raymond James Stadium on Sunday despite Baker Mayfield having zero completions. Mayfield went 0-of-3, as the nonstop rain forced the Buccaneers to abandon their passing game to survive the Falcons. He had four carries for 14 yards. Bucky Irving had 27 carries for 170 […]
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Atlanta Falcons third-year quarterback Michael Penix Jr. has vowed to bounce back after putting forth the worst performance of his young NFL career in Sunday’s 16-0 shutout loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Returning to his home state of Florida, where he grew up in Dade City and attended high school in Tampa, Penix labored […]
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Michael Penix Jr. had a brutal performance to forget following the Atlanta Falcons’ 16-0 shutout loss to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday afternoon. Penix is halfway through the third season of his NFL career with the Falcons. Injuries and inconsistent play have limited his production on the field, but he has showed his potential […]
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The Rawlings Gold Glove Awards crown two Chicago Cubs as defensive standouts: center fielder Pete Crow‑Armstrong wins his second consecutive Gold Glove, beating Andy Pages (Dodgers) and Michael Harris (Braves), while third baseman Alex Bregman secures his second overall (first with the Cubs) after his 2024 Astros win, becoming the first Cubs third baseman honored since Ron Santo in 1968. Top prospect Josiah Hartshorn also grabs a minor‑league Gold Glove at first base. Fellow Cubs Ian Happ, Seiya Suzuki and Dansby Swanson fall short, and fans can now vote for the Platinum Glove.
Matt Olson and Mauricio Dubon earn Gold Gloves for the Atlanta Braves, marking Olson's fourth career award and Dubon's third. Olson posted league‑leading defensive metrics this season, including +12 Outs Above Average and +11 Defensive Runs Saved at first base. Dubon, a versatile utility player, ranked in the 91st percentile for Outs Above Average and showcased elite throwing across the diamond. The Braves also had nominees Chris Sale and Michael Harris, though Harris lost to Cubs' Pete Crow Armstrong. The awards were presented Sunday night, highlighting Atlanta's defensive depth.
Atlanta Hawks guard Kingson Flemings has already caught the NBA’s attention in his rookie year. But for the wrong reason. The NBA meted out a one-game suspension to Flemings for elbowing Bryce McGowens in the head in the Hawks’ loss to the New Orleans Pelicans, 121-99, on Saturday. The punishment was announced by James Jones, […]
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The NBA announced Sunday night that Atlanta Hawks guard Kingston Flemings has been suspended for a game after elbowing Bryce McGowens in the head during the fourth quarter of Saturday's 121-99 loss against the New Orleans Pelicans.
The NBA suspends Hawks guard Kingston Flemings for one game without pay after he elbowed Pelicans wing Bryce McGowans in the head during a late fourth‑quarter play on Saturday. The incident, captured on video, led the league to announce the penalty on Sunday via Twitter. Flemings, the eighth overall pick in the 2026 Draft, has become a key bench player, averaging 7.1 points, 38.5% from three and 4.6 assists in 20.3 minutes per game. He will miss Monday’s matchup against the Indiana Pacers.
In a rain‑soaked Week 8 clash, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers beat the Atlanta Falcons 16‑0 despite quarterback Baker Mayfield completing zero passes – a feat not seen since 1974. The mud‑filled stadium didn’t stop the Buccaneers’ cheer squad, who performed on the slick sidelines, drawing fans’ cheers. The game also marked the first double‑digit win without a pass completion since the 1945 Steelers. Highlights include Mayfield’s 14 rushing yards on four carries and the cheerleaders’ gritty performance in the mud.
There was a unique overlap in the Tampa Bay Buccaneers–Atlanta Falcons game this Sunday. Bucs quarterback Baker Mayfield was facing off against his former Cleveland Browns head coach, Kevin Stefanski, who now leads the Falcons. And since the QB was sent off to the Carolina Panthers by the coach, the two seem to have beef […]
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NFL Week 8 produced clear winners and losers. Titans safety Amani Hooker recorded three interceptions against the Bengals, raising his season total to five and cementing his Pro Bowl status. In contrast, Vikings quarterback Kyler Murray managed just 15 points in a 4‑point loss, with the offense producing only 15 first downs. The Buccaneers made history by winning 24‑13 in heavy rain without completing a pass, thanks to Bucky Irving’s 170 rushing yards and Kenneth Gainwell’s 140 yards, moving Tampa Bay to 3‑5. The Falcons struggled, with Michael Penix Jr. throwing 33% completions and four interceptions, extending their recent losing streak. These performances shape the playoff picture as the trade deadline nears.
Week 8 delivered several letdowns across the NFL. The Minnesota Vikings managed just 15 points and 266 yards against the Detroit Lions, failing to break the 400‑yard mark and leaving the offense under scrutiny ahead of their Buffalo Bills showdown. Atlanta Falcons rookie QB Michael Penna Jr. struggled in heavy rain, completing only 8 of 24 passes for 125 yards and throwing four interceptions in a loss to the Buccaneers. The Cleveland Browns’ offensive line collapsed, allowing Deshaun Watson eight sacks in a 21‑point defeat to the Steelers. Dallas Cowboys recorded a season‑low 261 yards versus the Cardinals, while the Kansas City Chiefs missed a critical 54‑yard field goal by Harrison Butker and surrendered a lead to lose to Denver. These five disappointments set the tone for Week 9.
Baker Mayfield is focused on winning games, not worrying about his performance in the Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ 16-0 shutout win over the Atlanta Falcons on Sunday afternoon. Mayfield has been playing in the NFL since 2018, going through his fourth season with the Buccaneers. He stands out as one of the best quarterbacks in the […]
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In Week 8, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers shut out the Atlanta Falcons 16-0 despite starter Baker Mayfield completing 0-of-3 passes for no yards—the first team to win with zero or negative passing yards since the forward pass era began, a feat not seen in over 50 years. The game joins a short list that includes the 1974 Bills, 1955 Redskins, and 1950 Browns, all of which relied on dominant rushing attacks. Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. struggled with 8-of-24 throws, four picks, and no scores.
The latest Braves update reveals that outfielder Vidal Bruján returns on a minor‑league contract, while former Astros GM Dana Brown is reported to rejoin Atlanta’s front office. Additionally, BravesVision launches new evening programming. The post also notes the recent daylight‑saving time change and reflects on a recent slump in Atlanta sports, inviting fans to share how they’re kicking off November.
Buccaneers beat Falcons in the strangest way possible.
BY IRA KAUFMAN This wasn’t exactly slingin’ in the rain. The Bucs and their supporters aren’t complaining after a dominating 16-0 victory against an Atlanta team coming off a huge upset against previously unbeaten San Francisco. Baker Mayfield didn’t register […]
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Sunday’s NFL roundup delivers drama across the league: the Ravens lose both Lamar Jackson and backup Tyler Huntley to injuries, forcing undrafted rookie Joe Fagnano into his first regular‑season start as Baltimore trails 36‑10 to Buffalo. Detroit’s win over Minnesota sparks outrage over questionable officiating and sees linebacker Jack Campbell carted off with a neck injury, while the Lions limp to a 19‑15 victory. Tampa Bay makes history as the first team since 1974 to win without a completed pass, shutting out Atlanta 16‑0 despite linebacker YaYa Diaby’s knee question. Jacksonville bursts open with a 98‑yard opening touchdown and beats Indianapolis 42‑7. Meanwhile, Dallas falls 33‑30 in OT to Arizona after a bizarre fumble‑return TD, and the Buccaneers notch a rare defensive‑driven shutout.
These NFL quarterbacks earned a spot on the bench with underwhelming performances in Week 8, starting with the Falcons-Buccaneers QB battle from Hades.
Veteran right‑hander Sonny Gray, 37, declines his Boston Red Sox option after a controversial 5th‑inning pull in the 2026 ALCS and declares he’ll pitch another year. With three All‑Star nods and a career‑best season behind him, MLB Trade Rumors lists his top free‑agent destinations: the Atlanta Braves, who have a track record with veterans like Chris Sale; the Toronto Blue Jays, looking to rebuild a rotation after losing Bieber, Scherzer and others; and the San Diego Padres, needing depth as Michael King, Nick Pivetta and Robby Ray enter free agency.
Atlanta's rookie guard made a rookie mistake, and it could cause him to receive his first-career suspension.
Half a season is in the books and the Todd Bowles defense may be better than it has ever been. The Bucs are allowing an average of just 18.8 points per game after today’s 16-0 shutout of the Falcons. Keep […]
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The Atlanta Falcons suffered a mud‑soaked defeat to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 8, falling to 3‑5. Quarterback Michael Penix Jr. threw four interceptions, finishing with just 41 passing yards and a 6.2 rating, while running back Bijan Robinson was limited to 2.6 yards per carry on 18 attempts. The article blames poor weather, inadequate coaching decisions by head coach Arthur Rees, and a faltering offensive line for the loss, noting the Bucs became the first team since 1974 to win a game without completing a pass. The piece highlights the Falcons' urgent need to address their run game and overall strategy.
In a rain‑soaked showdown, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers stunned the Falcons 16‑0 by abandoning the pass and rushing for 324 yards. Quarterbacks Baker Mayfield (0‑3, 0 yards) and Michael Penix Jr. threw only three incomplete passes, while backs Bucky Irving (170 yards, TD) and Kenny Gainwell (140 yards) carried the load on 56 rushes. The bizarre, mud‑filled game—highlighted by Mayfield’s fumble‑turnover at the goal line—marks one of the season’s weirdest NFC South victories.