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sports21 days ago•3 min saved

Travis Hunter to split reps at WR and CB for Jaguars in 2026

Jaguars GM James Gladstone says Travis Hunter will play on both sides of the ball in 2026, with an expected uptick in cornerback usage while continuing his wide receiver duties. Hunter’s rookie season featured 28 receptions for 298 yards and a TD on offense and 15 tackles on defense before a season-ending knee injury; the team emphasizes Hunter’s dual-role fit and is prioritizing corner depth this season. He has expressed a long-standing desire to play both ways, and Jacksonville plans to support that to help win games.

via NBC Sports|

#cornerback #jacksonville-jaguars #sports

sports29 days ago•6 min saved

Ohtani’s slump tests Dodgers before power surge, stance tweak sparks resurgence

Shohei Ohtani, in his first notable hitting slump since joining the Dodgers, went 3-for-23 with no extra-base hits over six games as the team weighed how his heavy pitching workload affects his hitting. After critics warned of a slump, he tweaked his batting stance and responded with a multi-hit burst, including a 109 mph double and a 110 mph opposite-field homer, to help the Dodgers beat back the slump. Manager Dave Roberts and Freddie Freeman stressed that even superstars are human and that balancing his two-way duties remains a challenge, though Ohtani has still been dominant on the mound with a 0.38 ERA through four starts. The coming weeks will test how well he can sustain the dual roles while continuing to improve at the plate.

via New York Post|

#hitting-slump #los-angeles-dodgers #mlb

sports1 month ago•25 min saved

Ohtani must hit when he pitches, Dodgers argue

Dodgers should keep Shohei Ohtani in the lineup as a hitter on days he starts pitching, arguing his two-way value boosts their offense and playoff potential; while soreness may push him to DH in some spots, sitting him would blunt their best chance in October.

via New York Post|

#designated-hitter #dodgers #mlb

sports2 months ago•10 min saved

Ohtani and Judge Spark Baseball’s Next Golden Era

Shohei Ohtani and Aaron Judge are leading baseball into a new golden era, pairing unprecedented power and MVP dominance with Ohtani’s rare two-way brilliance that redefines value. Their impact is fueling record attendance and World Series viewership, while the game benefits from pace-of-play improvements; however, a looming 2026 labor lockout could threaten this momentum and the primes of the sport’s two biggest stars.

via Sports Illustrated|

#judge #mlb #mvp

sports3 months ago•2 min saved

Jaguars chart course for Travis Hunter as full-time corner, limited receiver duties

The Jaguars plan to move Travis Hunter to starting cornerback with a full-time defensive role and keep him as a part-time receiver, aligning with GM James Gladstone’s view that the roster needs help at cornerback while allowing Hunter to contribute on both sides. In 2025, Hunter played 324 offensive snaps and 162 defensive snaps, posting 28 receptions for 298 yards and one TD on offense and 11 solo tackles with three passes defended on defense before a season-ending knee injury.

via NBC Sports|

#cornerback #jacksonville-jaguars #nfl

sports6 months ago•1 min saved

Travis Hunter's Season Ends After Knee Surgery Amid NFL Updates

Travis Hunter, who plays both wide receiver and cornerback, will miss the rest of the 2025 season due to knee surgery, raising questions about his future role. Coach Liam Coen emphasized that it's too early to determine if Hunter will continue as a two-way player, as the team evaluates his performance and health at season's end, with current focus on upcoming games and playoff prospects.

via NBC Sports|

#jacksonville-jaguars #knee-surgery #season-evaluation

sports7 months ago•4 min saved

Ohtani's World Series debut ends in defeat as Blue Jays tie series

Shohei Ohtani, despite a rare off night in the World Series, continues to defy baseball logic with his exceptional talent and routines, highlighting the challenges and uniqueness of his two-way playing style, and cementing his status as a once-in-a-lifetime athlete.

via The Guardian|

#baseball #record #shohei-ohtani

sports7 months ago•4 min saved

Shohei Ohtani Breaks Silence with Rare Batting Practice Amid Postseason Slump

Shohei Ohtani, facing a playoff slump, took rare on-field batting practice to improve his performance, downplaying concerns that his two-way role affects his hitting. Despite struggles at the plate during the postseason, he remains a key player for the Dodgers, with both his batting and pitching roles under consideration as they advance in the playoffs.

via Los Angeles Times|

#batting-practice #nlcs #playoff-slump

sports9 months ago•5 min saved

Ohtani Achieves 1,000th Hit Amid Strong Performance Despite Team Loss

Shohei Ohtani continues to impress with his two-way performance for the Dodgers, matching Babe Ruth's historic feats, but the team's bullpen struggles have led to recent losses, highlighting the challenges of maintaining his dual role amidst team difficulties.

via Los Angeles Times|

#baseball #bullpen-meltdown #dodgers

sports10 months ago•1 min saved

Jaguars' Travis Hunter to Face Increased Defensive and Offensive Roles

Travis Kelce predicts that teams will try to wear out Travis Hunter by targeting him heavily when he's playing defense, especially by running deep balls and forcing him to exert maximum effort, which could impact his performance on both sides of the ball.

via NBC Sports|

#defense-strategy #exhaustion-tactics #sports

sports10 months ago•2 min saved

Travis Kelce and Jaguars' Travis Hunter Prepare for Increased Two-Way Workload

Travis Kelce predicts NFL teams will target Jaguars rookie Travis Hunter aggressively, especially by throwing deep passes at him when he plays cornerback, as teams try to exploit his two-way versatility.

via New York Post|

#defensive-attack #jaguars #nfl

sports11 months ago•6 min saved

Ohtani Shines in Dodgers Debut with Dominant Pitching Performance

Shohei Ohtani made his long-awaited pitching debut for the Dodgers after recovering from Tommy John surgery, pitching one inning with some rust but showing he still has life in his arm, while also contributing as a hitter in a 6-3 win against the Padres.

via Los Angeles Times|

#dodgers #mlb #pitching-debut

sports11 months ago•2 min saved

Ohtani Shines in Dodgers Debut with Impressive Pitching Performance

Shohei Ohtani made his pitching and hitting debut since August 2023 for the Dodgers, pitching one inning with a fastball reaching 100.2 mph and hitting in the game, marking a significant step in his recovery from elbow surgery and showcasing his continued prowess as a two-way player.

via ESPN|

#los-angeles-dodgers #mlb #pitching-debut

sports11 months ago•4 min saved

Shohei Ohtani to return to mound for Dodgers in series against Padres

Shohei Ohtani is set to return to the mound for the Los Angeles Dodgers, making his pitching debut after 20 months following elbow surgery, while continuing to contribute as a hitter under the 'Ohtani rule,' marking a significant milestone in his comeback and a boost for the Dodgers amid injuries.

via The New York Times|

#dodgers #mlb #return-to-mound

sports11 months ago•10 min saved

Trevor Lawrence's Rise: From Contract to Breakout Potential

The article discusses how the Jaguars are upgrading their support for Trevor Lawrence with new coaching, playmakers, and offensive line improvements to help him reach his potential, and explores the Packers' potential move to convert receiver Bo Melton into a two-way player to boost their roster in 2025.

via NFL.com|

#green-bay-packers #jacksonville-jaguars #nfl