Mindblown: a blog about philosophy.
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Why Victor Wembanyama is the NBA’s MVP — even if he doesn’t win the award
Wembanyama has led the Spurs to the NBA’s second-best record. His competitiveness has also breathed life into the league.
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Yankees’ Opening Day roster is coming into sharper focus as hints emerge
We have a clearer idea of who will be with the Yankees to begin the season, but questions remain, particularly on the pitching side.
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LeBron James just about perfect in red-hot Lakers’ seventh straight win
The 41-year-old went 13-for-14 from the field, his most efficient shooting performance since a 2013 game against the Charlotte Bobcats.
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Boone Jenner takes on new role to help Blue Jackets’ playoff push: ‘Whatever is asked’
Jenner has embraced a fourth-line role for Columbus, and his selflessness has been vital to the team’s success this season.
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Flyers’ Jamie Drysdale opens up about breakthrough season: ‘This is who I am’
After a tough start to his career in Anaheim, the defenseman is finding himself and his game with the Flyers.
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Reds prospects to watch in Spring Breakout game against the Giants
Many of the Reds’ top prospects will be on the field when MLB’s Spring Breakout returns on Thursday.
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A beautiful day of basketball is upon us, plus Leinart Pulse Poll results
Welcome to The Pulse, The Athletic’s daily newsletter.
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How the Commanders’ free agency moves set them up well for the draft
After a disappointing season, Washington’s focus is back to building a foundation, and its free-agency moves provided plenty of options.
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Bears’ NFL Draft big board: Safety, edge top growing list of needs
After a flurry of moves to start the 2026 league year, the Bears still have needs all over their defense. Who could they look to draft?
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Rangers’ rivalry woes persist as Jack Hughes continues dominant stretch
The Rangers have one chance left to avoid posting their first season with no wins against the Devils and Islanders in franchise history.
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