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USC QB Caleb Williams now the favorite to win Heisman
While you were sleeping, Caleb Williams jumped past Ohio State QB C.J. Stroud to become the Heisman favorite heading into a big Saturday for both players.
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1. USC QB Caleb Williams now the favorite to win Heisman
USC quarterback Caleb Williams is now the odds-on favorite to win the Heisman Trophy, followed by Ohio State quarterback C.J. Stroud in what appears to be a two-man race heading into a pivotal Saturday for both players. The Sporting Tribune has the latest on Williams controlling his Heisman destiny.
2. TST’s NBA Power Rankings Week 6
The Clippers are trending in the right direction with Kawhi Leonard back, Luka Doncic could run away with the MVP, and the Boston Celtics continue to dominate teams. What about the Lakers? The Sporting Tribune’s Brandon Deutsch has you covered in the latest TST NBA Power Rankings.
3. Kurt Suzuki: Surf, Sand & Synchronicity
An exclusive interview with Hawaii native and former Los Angeles Angels catcher Kurt Suzuki, The Sporting Tribune’s Deborah Lew reveals what made him a champion and what his plans are after baseball.
4. Dodgers rumors: Justin Verlander, Aaron Judge and a whole lot more
The rumors are starting to heat up as the offseason is in full swing and The Sporting Tribune’s Blake Harris has the latest on the Dodgers, once being attached to a number of big names on the free agent market.
5. Ducks trade rumors, Ducks vs Blues recap and possible changes
Felix Sicard and Jake Rudolph have been doing a podcast about the Ducks since the 2017-2018 Anaheim Ducks season and they will continue to share their insights at The Sporting Tribune.
6. Powered by Anthony Davis, hot Lakers visit Suns
Anthony Davis is enjoying his best stretch of the season and the Los Angeles Lakers aim to extend their season-long winning streak to four games Tuesday night when they visit the Phoenix Suns. The Sporting Tribune has the latest on the suddenly streaking Lakers.
7. Odds and Ends presented by Circa Sports
Here are some odds at Circa Sports if you’re thinking about placing a wager today:
8. Ticket Time presented by TickPick
Here are the “get in” prices for tickets if you’re thinking about going to a game today:
New York Rangers at Los Angeles Kings: $40
9. On the Air presented by Pirnia Law
Here are the game times and television channels for professional teams in the region:
7:00 p.m. – Los Angeles Lakers at Phoenix Suns – TNT
7:30 p.m. – New York Rangers at Los Angeles Kings – Bally Sports West
10. The Arash Markazi Show presented by The Sporting Tribune
On Monday’s show, the crew talked to The Sporting Tribune’s Alysha Del Valle and Fernando Ramirez about the World Cup, Rams, Chargers and streaking Lakers.
Listen to The Arash Markazi Show presented by The Sporting Tribune on The Mightier 1090 ESPN Radio in Southern California, 98.5 The Fan in Las Vegas and the Hawaii Sports Radio Network 95.1 FM and 760 AM in Hawaii. You can also listen to the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Play and Stitcher.
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