Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.

Plus, insider’s notes on a bizarre high-sticking penalty, Carolina injuries and a chippy end to Game 1.

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McKenna and Stenberg remain Wheeler’s top two prospects, which has been the case on all of his lists for this class.

“The way he moves in the individual periods, it’s very impressive,” Brian Schottenheimer said of the former Alabama and Ohio State standout.

Plus, more on rookie Vega Ioane possibly switching to the right side of the O-line and Baltimore still having a need to fill at center.

Plus, updates on Tyler Heineman’s slump and George Springer’s ailing big toe.

France has not produced a Tour de France champion for 41 years.

Plus, an Aaron Rodgers power play, a Drew Allar plan and what a Joey Porter Jr. extension could look like.

Though they may like to forget, the hitters always know the history. “Both parties are aware,” said Athletics slugger Brent Rooker.

Rookie Collin Murray-Boyles was a revelation this season, giving the Raptors another player to build around along with Scottie Barnes.