Good morning, Sunshine! It’s Friday, September 20, and we’re here to give you the ultimate sports chatter to keep you in the conversation this weekend. Whether you're talking baseball, football or even snagging free hot dogs, we have it all covered.
Shohei Ohtani Makes History
Shohei Ohtani of the LA Dodgers (MLB - Major League Baseball) has done it again. Despite not pitching due to injury, he’s making headlines by becoming the first player ever to record 50 home runs and 50 stolen bases in a single season. Not only that, but he’s also the first Dodgers player ever to hit 50 home runs in a season. With the Dodgers clinching a playoff spot, this will be Ohtani’s first-ever playoff appearance. The regular MLB season wraps up on September 29, so don’t miss this exciting chapter in Ohtani’s career.
Harrison Butker Beats Travis Kelce in Jersey Sales
Kansas City Chiefs (NFL - National Football League) kicker Harrison Butker is in the spotlight—not just for his game-winning kicks or comments. Despite some controversy over a commencement speech earlier this year, his jersey sales have skyrocketed, surpassing those of his famous teammate Travis Kelce. On Sunday, the Chiefs face off against the Atlanta Falcons, where the owner of the Falcons, Arthur Blank, will be inducted into the team’s Ring of Honor. And here’s the cherry on top: Blank is treating all attendees to free concessions—two hot dogs, two bags of chips and a refillable soda in a commemorative cup featuring Blank himself. That’s the way to your fans’ hearts!
SEC Debut: Oklahoma Sooners vs. Tennessee Volunteers
This weekend, all eyes are on Norman, Oklahoma, as the Oklahoma Sooners make their much-anticipated SEC debut against the Tennessee Volunteers. It’s a pivotal moment for the Sooners as they face their new conference rival. You’ll also want to keep an eye on the Tennessee Volunteers, who introduced a 10% “talent fee” on all sporting event tickets this week to support athlete name, image and likeness (NIL) deals. Blake Shelton is the guest picker for ESPN’s College Game Day, bringing his Oklahoma pride to the big game.
Marshall University’s Playful Recruitment Pitch
On Saturday, Marshall University takes on Ohio State in a David vs. Goliath matchup. Marshall is a massive underdog, but their coach isn’t fazed. He jokingly offered Ohio State players an all-you-can-eat deal at Tudors Biscuits if they transfer to Marshall. While the joke made light of the situation, Ohio State is taking its NIL game seriously, spending $20M to keep its team competitive. Will biscuits be enough to entice top-tier talent?
That’s your sports breakdown for the weekend! You're all set to jump into any conversation, from record baseball feats to college football drama and a little free food at the Falcons game. For more updates, visit Last Night’s Game and follow us on social media to stay in the know. Enjoy the weekend!
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