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📅January 21, 2026 at 1:00 AM
MLB faces potential lockout talks amid salary concerns; UFC buzzes with Masvidal-McGregor fight rumors; college basketball ramps up with key Big 12 matchups today; New Balance launches major athlete campaign.Source 1Source 2Source 3Source 4Source 5Source 6
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MLB Salary System Under Scrutiny Amid Lockout Fears

JD Bunkis discusses MLB's state with 16-time executive Jim Bowden, highlighting potential lockout risks after Blue Jays miss Kyle Tucker and Bo Bichette signing. Blue Jays infielder Ernie Clement shares insights on World Baseball Classic. Concerns focus on salary structure and labor tensions.Source 1

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Jorge Masvidal Updates on Potential Conor McGregor UFC Fight

Retired fighter Jorge Masvidal reveals ongoing talks with UFC for a White House event bout on June 14 against McGregor, managed by Ali Abdelaziz discussing with Dana White. McGregor, inactive since 2021 leg injury, plans contract renegotiation in February post-UFC's $7.7B deal. Masvidal confident at weights above 155lbs.Source 3

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Iowa State Cyclones Face Cincinnati in Big 12 Women's Basketball

Iowa State (14-5, 2-5 Big 12) hosts Cincinnati (7-12, 2-5 Big 12) at Hilton Coliseum on January 21 at 6:30 p.m. CT after recent 86-58 loss to Oklahoma State. Audi Crooks and Jada Williams led with 15 points each; Williams boasts six double-doubles this season.Source 2

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Wichita State Shockers Host East Carolina in Men's Basketball

Wichita State (11-8, 3-3) welcomes struggling East Carolina (5-13, 0-5) at Charles Koch Arena on January 21 at 6:30 p.m. CDT. Karon Boyd hit 1,000 career points recently with a double-double; Michael Gray Jr. notched first career double-double vs. Rice.Source 4

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K-State Wildcats Host Houston Cougars in Women's Basketball

Kansas State (10-9, 3-3 Big 12) faces Houston (6-12, 0-7 Big 12) at Bramlage Coliseum on January 21 at 6:30 p.m. after +26 rebound margin upset over No. 17 Texas Tech. Hawaiian Night promotion for first 500 students.Source 6

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New Balance Extends 'We Got Now' Campaign with Star Athletes

VML's new ads feature Coco Gauff, Shohei Ohtani, Francisco Lindor, and others like Bukayo Saka, airing during FIFA World Cup, NFL playoffs, NBA/WNBA finals. Campaign emphasizes present power in sports, shot with custom 'Blow Your Whistle' track. New Balance reported $7.8B revenues in 2024.Source 5

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Indiana Wins National Championship in College Basketball

Podcast segment highlights Indiana's victory in 'The Natty,' marking a key college basketball achievement amid ongoing season discussions.Source 1

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Toronto Maple Leafs Assign Stolarz to Marlies

Goaltender Stolarz assigned to AHL's Marlies, noted in sports podcast alongside MLB and basketball updates. Impacts NHL roster planning for Toronto.Source 1

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Memphis Tigers Prep for Tulsa in Conference Play

Memphis men's basketball heads to Tulsa for a strength-on-strength matchup after 95-69 rout and honorable mention for Givens III. Upcoming Wichita State game also looms in American Conference.Source 8

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Everett Silvertips vs. Kelowna Rockets in WHL Action

Western Hockey League game scheduled for January 21 at 7:05 PM at Angel of the Winds Arena in Everett, part of Seattle-area sports events. Tickets available via Ticketmaster for junior hockey fans.Source 7

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UNLV Rebels Women's Basketball Game in Las Vegas

UNLV hosts women's basketball on January 21 at 6:30 PM, listed among key Vegas sporting events alongside Golden Knights and Tuff-N-Uff. Draws local and regional interest.Source 9