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Lamar Jackson leaves game with injured ankle and what happened next shows no one fears the Tennessee Titans
The snapshot of Baltimore Ravens quarterback Lamar Jackson on his team’s bench during the second half on Sunday spoke volumes about what he thought of his ankle injury. And what the team thought of the Tennessee Titans.
Jackson sprained his ankle in the first half of this game.
And if you understand what Jackson means to the Ravens – that is to say, everything – you understand that this was supposed to look like a crisis.
It got especially concerning for Ravens fans when the two teams came out of their halftime intermission and Jackson was not warming up even though the Ravens said he was questionable to return.
Tyler Huntley indeed took over and handled Baltimore's quarterback duties the rest of the way.
Oh-Oh.
It sounds like Jackson was dealing with a serious injury.
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Except Jackson was smiling on the sideline. And the team did not rule him out, and coach Jesse Minter didn't sound especially concerned during his post-game press conference.
"Yeah, he was just dealing with a little bit of an ankle," Minter said. "We hope, you know, we don't know enough about it right now."
So what looked like a potentially disastrous injury apparently wasn't that, even though an MRI is scheduled for Monday to evaluate further.
Again, Jackson was smiling. And we come to find out he was capable of returning.
"There were some talks about that," Minter admitted. "So I think, you know, hopefully it's in a good spot."
Jackson was injured but didn't return because he was just being held back.
That's good for the Ravens. And bad for the Titans.
It is good for the Ravens because it suggests this isn't a super serious situation. It's bad for the Titans because it speaks to how opponents view them.
The Ravens, you see, led 24-7 at halftime against coach Robert Saleh's winless, hapless team.
And Minter was content holding back his star quarterback and playing his backup to ride out what he expected to be a win.
"Snoop came in and ran the operation in a way that allowed us to get the win," Minter said. "That's what is most important."
This doesn't mean the Ravens thought they were done playing. Nobody in the NFL assumes that at halftime.
But it does show they believed holding a 17-point lead with one half to play at home – against the Titans – was more than worth saving Jackson from further tweaking his ankle.
And, obviously, they were right.
The Ravens will never admit this and didn't after the game. But, obviously, the caliber of the opponent factors into a decision to play an injured player who might be able to return.
It's part of those "talks" Minter mentioned.
And since the Titans came into this game averaging only 12.3 points per game, the third-worst mark in the NFL, it's logical the Ravens thought their 24 points more than enough if they played to expectations.
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The Titans, by the way, also came into this game with a quarterback in Cam Ward who is under heavy scrutiny and fan criticism. Ward didn't silence the critics by throwing 1 TD pass and 1 INT.
The Titans punted three of the five times they got the football in the second half and scored their only touchdown of the second half with 1:16 left to play.
So the Ravens were able to maintain their AFC North lead without their star quarterback playing in the second half, in which they got shut out.
That says a lot about both teams.
North Korea missile could put Guam in range as Kim rebuffs Trump outreach: expert
North Korea fired what it described as an intermediate-range strategic missile Oct. 3, and an expert warned that such a missile could put Guam and parts of Alaska within range, raising the stakes for the U.S. and its allies as President Donald Trump seeks to revive diplomacy with Kim Jong Un.
Kim personally oversaw the drill, North Korean state media claimed, while former U.S. Forces Korea analyst Sydney Seiler told Fox News Digital that its range means the latest test has implications extending far beyond the Korean Peninsula.
According to Reuters, citing North Korea's state-run Korean Central News Agency, the missile was described as part of a "hypersonic strategic weapon system" and traveled about 1,000 kilometers, or 621 miles, away in waters off the country's east coast.
Guam holds strategic military importance as a U.S. territory in the western Pacific and hosts major military installations, including Andersen Air Force Base and Naval Base Guam.
"What is interesting about an IRBM launch — an intermediate-range ballistic missile that flies around 3,000 to 5,000 kilometers — is that it brings Guam, parts of Alaska, and Japan into range of North Korea," Seiler, a former National Intelligence Council officer focused on North Korea, said while cautioning against fully viewing the launch as a direct response to Trump.
"But when you consider the preparation required for an intermediate-range ballistic missile system, it is unlikely this was primarily a response to the president's comments or actions over the past few days," Seiler said.
Hours after the Oct. 3 missile launch, Trump had touted his relationship with Kim during a rally in Vandalia, Ohio.
"I get along great with Kim Jong Un. Isn't it nice to get along with the leaders of massive nuclear nations?" Trump said.
He also added: "When someone has 112 nuclear missiles, it is better to get along with them," pointing to North Korea's nuclear capabilities as a reason for maintaining open diplomatic communication.
"North Korea simply isn't interested in talking right now, so they have no incentive not to launch," Seiler said of the recent missile test and Trump's latest remarks.
"The fact that they're doing these missile launches amid a diplomatic effort by President Trump to try to re-engage the North, you have to see them only as somewhat related."
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The test also followed North Korea's launch of two short-range ballistic missiles from the Wonsan area on Sept. 20, according to reports.
Officials from the U.S., South Korea and Japan said Oct. 3 that North Korea's ballistic missile tests violate U.N. Security Council resolutions and threaten regional and international security.
Seiler, now a nonresident senior adviser with the Korea Chair at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, said Pyongyang's posture extends beyond its relationship with the Trump administration.
The latest launch comes "within the larger context of a current absolute stand down on dialogue with South Korea and repeated rejections of overtures from the United States for dialogue," Seiler said.
"But North Korea has refrained from some more aggressive actions during the president’s term of office; we haven't seen an ICBM launch for almost two years now."
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Seiler warned that restraint should not, however, be mistaken for a willingness to abandon Pyongyang's nuclear and missile programs.
"For North Korea, their overall diplomatic strategy is to condition the world to accept them for who they are: a non-denuclearizing, missile-launching, occasionally provoking, and rhetorically coercive state," Seiler said.
"As time goes on, their goal is for us to give up any hope of denuclearization or structural change, which is consistent with them establishing a baseline: whether diplomacy unfolds or not, they will continue to develop and demonstrate missile technology."
Meanwhile, Trump has continued to emphasize his relationship with Kim while signaling a wish to revive the personal diplomacy of his first term.
Trump and Kim held summits in Singapore in 2018 and Hanoi in 2019 before meeting at Panmunjom in the Korean Demilitarized Zone later that year, when Trump crossed into North Korea.
"The president has shown persistent commitment to engaging North Korea in dialogue — most recently suggesting he is open to a phone call," Seiler said.
"While a call might not yield immediate progress on denuclearization, it contributes to tension reduction and helps establish a direct relationship necessary for future crisis management on the peninsula."
Complicating Washington's strategy, the expert said, is Kim's alignment with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
North Korea has provided troops and military equipment to support Russia's war in Ukraine, reducing Kim's incentive to engage with the U.S., according to Seiler.
"Right now, Kim Jong Un, particularly given his emerging relationship with Vladimir Putin and everything he's getting out of the relationship with Russia right now, simply doesn't need to talk to the United States," Seiler said.
Former NBA star Dennis Rodman's unusual relationship with Kim also perhaps offers Trump another potential connection to the North Korean leader. Rodman has also made multiple trips to North Korea and met personally with Kim.
Rodman joined Trump at a Peterbilt plant in Denton, Texas, on Oct. 1 before traveling with the president toward a rally in Durant, Oklahoma.
Asked in Texas whether he was using Rodman, who has personally met Kim, to help broker peace with Pyongyang, Trump emphasized his own relationship with the North Korean leader.
"As long as I'm here, you're not gonna have any problems. Somebody else comes, you're gonna have some big problems," Trump said.
Trump also highlighted Rodman's personal connection to Kim, saying: "When I wanted to get to know Kim Jong Un when we were having a problem—Kim Jong Un and I get along—but the one who knew him best was Dennis Rodman."
"Dennis Rodman has a very interesting perspective in that he was able to interact with Kim Jong Un over a number of visits and get to know him personally, to develop some rapport without any diplomatic baggage," Seiler said.
"He may be offering President Trump insights into Kim Jong Un's personality, values, and potential approaches, but, you know, as I think Dennis Rodman's representatives have said, he is still a long way off from getting airplane tickets."
Singles are ditching dinner and drinks for breakfast dates as dating habits shift, survey says
The classic saying, "the early bird gets the worm," might also apply to dating.
A survey conducted by Kellogg’s in Australia showed that 64% of the country’s singles are open to meeting for breakfast on a first date.
Over half of Australian singles also feel that dating is more difficult than it used to be, the poll indicated. Additionally, 66% of people surveyed said dating apps have reduced authenticity and made it harder to find a genuine connection.
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In order to shake up the dating process, more people are opting to meet a match in the morning for breakfast or coffee instead of for a dinner date or evening cocktails.
The Kellogg’s survey showed that 31% of Australian singles felt that meeting for a first date in the morning takes the pressure off.
During a recent segment of ‘The Five,’ co-hosts examined the survey and discussed their thoughts about morning dates.
"It’s so much less expensive," Emily Compagno noted, adding that it’s also less time-consuming than a traditional dinner date.
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"If it doesn’t go well, you can move on," Dana Perino said. "If it goes well, then you have a good day."
If a breakfast or coffee date does go well, there’s plenty of time left in the day for a pair to continue exploring their connection.
Of the people polled, 23% said they liked the fact that a breakfast date could turn into a spontaneous adventure.
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Meeting in the morning, by default, removes the expectation to stay out late into the night. With a breakfast or coffee date, needing to leave for work or run errands are both easy exit points.
Affordability is a key player in the shift from dinner dates to breakfast or coffee, as the cost of dating has risen in recent years.
According to BMO Financial Group’s 2026 BMO Real Financial Progress Index, the average total cost for a first date was $252 for millennials (a 32% increase from 2025) and $205 for Gen Z, up from $194 in 2025.
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Breakfast dates are "… casual, there’s less pressure, and you can actually talk," dating and relationship coach Nicole Colantoni said. "And if the chemistry is there, you’ve got the rest of the day ahead of you."
The survey conducted in Australia could be an indicator that more singles may soon flock to local cafés or diners to meet a match over a latte or pancakes, drawn by palatable price tags and low-stress environments.
Ivanka Trump reflects on 'incredibly special' family milestone spanning 4 generations
Members of the Trump family recently came together for a milestone celebration, with Ivanka Trump offering a glimpse inside the very special occasion.
Ivanka Trump, 44, posted a series of photos online marking the 100th birthday of her maternal grandmother, Marie Zelníčková, known as "Babi," as four generations of the family gathered for the occasion.
"100 years of life, love, family and memories," Ivanka Trump wrote on Instagram.
The celebration took place Saturday, Sept. 26, at Ivanka Trump's Miami home. Zelníčková was joined by her three grandchildren and all 10 of her great-grandchildren, according to the post.
"It was incredibly special," the first daughter wrote, calling the gathering a reflection of a family and legacy spanning four generations.
One photo showed her grandmother seated among relatives for a formal family portrait.
Ivanka Trump appeared alongside husband Jared Kushner and their three children, Arabella, 15, Joseph, 12, and Theodore, 10.
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Eric Trump was joined by wife Lara Trump and their children, Luke, 9, and Carolina, 7.
Donald Trump Jr. attended with his wife Bettina Anderson and his five children from his previous marriage to Vanessa Trump: Kai, Donald III, Tristan, Spencer and Chloe.
The milestone celebration also carried an emotional reminder of a family member who was missing from the gathering.
Ivanka Trump's mother and Zelníčková's daughter, Ivana Trump, died in July 2022 at age 73.
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"My mother, her beloved daughter, was deeply missed, but her love and presence was felt throughout the day in the stories we shared and in the family she loved so fiercely," Ivanka Trump wrote.
She also paid tribute directly to her grandmother and the influence she's had across generations.
"Babi, your century of love has shaped generations and lives in every one of us," she wrote.
Ivanka Trump has previously spoken about the close bond she shares with her grandmother, who helped raise her and now lives with her family.
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Earlier this year, Ivanka Trump became emotional while discussing her grandmother during an appearance on "The Diary of a CEO" podcast, as Fox News Digital previously reported.
She described her grandmother as "unbelievably nurturing" and said having her in their home is "a blessing."
"I have a lot of love for this woman," Ivanka Trump said.
At the time, she also reflected on how losing her mother and watching her grandmother grow older had changed her perspective on family and time.
"You can't take things for granted in life, and I've learned that in numerous ways," she said.
Florida TikTok creator lands in jail after allegedly turning women’s private data into posts
A Florida TikTok creator who calls himself a "demonologist" and "Grey Hat Hacker" is back behind bars after allegedly exposing women’s private information online and boasting that he could track their movements through their phones.
Mark Stephen Asea, 36, of Port St. Lucie, was booked into the St. Lucie County Jail Sept. 30 on a felony charge of offense against computer users. His bond was set at $35,000, according to sheriff’s office records.
The arrest revived a criminal case that had been closed months earlier. Asea was first arrested in April on stalking and computer-related allegations, but prosecutors dropped those charges in May before bringing a computer-access charge in September, court records show.
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The police affidavit describes two women who said their private information surfaced in Asea’s TikTok posts, including one who had trusted him to help with a computer problem.
In a video reviewed by a detective, Asea allegedly rattled off details about one woman’s devices and claimed to know her recent spending.
"Let’s talk about your actual password," he said, according to a transcript in the affidavit.
"How about we talk about the last 10 purchases you made online?"
The woman told investigators the password had been shared only in a closed TikTok group chat. Asea was not a member, she said, although she suspected he might have joined through a fake account.
Nobody in the chat had permission to share it outside the group, she told police. She also said she did not know how he would have obtained her phone identification number or banking information.
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For the second woman, the concerns began after what she described as a routine request for tech help.
She told police she allowed Asea to remotely access her computer in October 2025 to troubleshoot an application. Months later, she said, he claimed he had essentially placed a virus on the computer while she was in the bathroom, allowing him to view information without her knowledge.
She said she never authorized that access.
Then a photograph from a private Telegram message on her phone allegedly appeared in one of his TikTok posts.
Asea claimed in a comment that the image came from a WhatsApp exchange, according to the affidavit. But the woman provided investigators a screenshot showing the photograph in the Telegram message.
Police also documented statements in which Asea appeared to boast about finding her location through her phone.
"Thanks to the GPS within her phone, but what did I do?" he said in the video, according to the affidavit.
The alleged posts piled up. Investigators said Asea uploaded more than 100 TikTok videos mentioning one woman, sometimes posting as many as six in a day. He also allegedly obtained a website where he posted a photograph of her getting a tattoo.
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His TikTok biography lists "Demonologist," "Clairsentient," "Empath," "PTSD," "Grey Hat Hacker" and "Woodsman."
The April affidavit documented a different account biography that included "former satanist" and "cybersecurity engineer."
Asea also faced a separate civil stalking protection case over the summer. A woman obtained a temporary injunction in July, but a judge dissolved it and dismissed that case Sept. 8.
Prosecutors reopened the criminal case Sept. 24 and filed the current charge alleging unauthorized access to a computer or electronic device. The records provided do not explain why the earlier charges were dropped or what prompted the renewed prosecution.
Months after the original charges were dropped, Asea is again facing a felony computer-access charge. He is scheduled to be arraigned Nov. 19.
Fox News Digital reached out to TikTok for comment.
Week 5 AP Top 25 poll is a hodgepodge with SEC and Big Ten teams moving every which direction
Week 5 of the college football season may not have featured the most enticing slate of games, but if we've learned anything about the bipolar sport we adore, it's that the least-suspecting weeks consistently deliver the drama.
This past weekend only showcased three matchups between ranked opponents, but when all the dust settled on Sunday, we saw a significant amount of movement throughout the new AP Top 25 poll.
The biggest leap belongs to Missouri after the Tigers throttled Florida, 45-17, just a week after the Gators looked like worldbeaters in their dominant win over Ole Miss. Sticking in the SEC, Alabama moved up just one spot to No. 6 despite the Crimson Tide's domination of Mississippi State, but did manage to leapfrog defending national champion Indiana, which dropped a spot despite a road win at Rutgers.
The Top 8 teams in the latest poll – including the untouched Top 5 from a week ago – are essentially inarguable at this point, but beyond that, things get messy in a hurry, especially among SEC teams.
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Ole Miss remained at No. 9 while enjoying a much-needed bye week after being embarrassed at Florida. LSU moved up one spot to No. 10 after moving to 4-1 with a win over McNeese, but then you have Missouri's 11-spot bump to No. 14 after its huge win over Florida. Meanwhile, the Gators dropped eight spots in the newest poll after their 28-point loss to the Tigers, while Mississippi State only fell one spot to No. 17 despite losing at home by 33 points to Alabama.
The Kentucky Wildcats may be the most irritated team in the conference after going from No. 24 a week ago to unranked despite picking up an overtime win on the road against South Carolina in Week 5.
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Big Ten fans shouldn't have too much to complain about with six teams featured in the latest AP Poll, but if they are going to issue a complaint, it has to involve USC after the Trojans dropped six spots to No. 18 after coming from behind to beat Washington 25-21 on Saturday.
The Trojans dropped six spots with a win, while Oregon moved up five spots despite being off in Week 5, and then you have Iowa, which got a three-spot bump in the poll after losing to Ohio State by 17 points.
Chad Lowe’s daughter Mabel shares heartbreaking tribute to late sister Fiona, 13
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Chad Lowe's daughter, Mabel, mourned the loss of her younger sister Fiona.
Mabel, 17, shared a carousel of images with her sister in a heartbreaking post shared on social media over the weekend.
Fiona died at a Los Angeles hospital on Sept. 29, according to the County of Los Angeles Medical Examiner's office. She was 13.
Her official cause of death was ruled a suicide, per the County of Los Angeles Medical Examiner's office.
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"I love you so much fiona," Mabel wrote on Instagram. "I wish your short time here was easier and i hope your mind is at ease now. I will honor you forever and keep your memory alive. I love you, i hope you knew just how much."
A number of family friends sent condolences during the difficult time.
Jeremy Renner wrote, "Bless you dear Mabel 🙏🏼🙏🏼. ❤️🩹 My deepest condolences to you and the family."
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Jessica Capshaw noted, "What a beautiful tribute to your sister ♥️♥️ I have had you and your family in my thoughts and prayers and I’m sending you all so much love."
Kimberly Williams Paisley added, "Mabel, we’ve been thinking of your family all week and sending you prayers and so much love," while Selma Blair said, "I wish for so much for you in her memory."
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Fiona was the middle child of Lowe and his wife Kim Painter. The two have been together for nearly two decades, building a relatively private family life away from much of the Hollywood spotlight.
"We are deeply heartbroken by the loss of our beloved Fiona," the family said in a statement provided to Page Six on Tuesday.
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"She was a loving young girl who was smart, creative and loved to dance," the statement continued. "She was adored by her sisters and she was deeply loved by her parents. In fact, she was the light of our lives."
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"Her passing is devastating for our entire family and we ask for prayers and privacy at this time."
The family concluded its statement by encouraging anyone struggling with mental health issues to contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by calling or texting 988.
Lowe, the younger brother of actor Rob Lowe, is an Emmy-winning actor and director best known for "Life Goes On," "Pretty Little Liars" and "9-1-1: Lone Star."
Painter is a producer and casting professional whose credits include "Enemy of the State," "Ted Bundy" and "Instant Dads."
Israeli soccer players wear armbands to remember terror attack victims as Irish opponents pull stunt again
Israel soccer players wore a black armband in remembrance of the Oct. 7, 2023, terror attack victims on Sunday as they took on Ireland in a Nations League match.
The armbands read, "7.10," signifying the date of Hamas’ terror attack, which left more than 1,000 Israelis dead. The Israel Football Association announced before the match that UEFA approved the armbands.
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"@UEFA has approved the Israel Football Association’s request for the national team to wear black armbands in tonight’s match against @IrelandFootball in memory of those murdered in the October 7 massacre," the organization wrote on X.
"May their memory be a blessing."
The second match between Israel and Ireland occurred amid heightened tension between the two nations. Ireland’s soccer team has faced pressure to boycott matches against Israel over the country’s response to Hamas’ terror attack. Ireland has been in staunch support of Palestinians with the soccer association going as far as putting forth a motion to bar Israel from club and international competitions.
Still, Ireland soccer has resisted match boycotts over fear of sanctions from UEFA. Ireland and Israel faced each other in the Nations League in September and Irish players refused to shake hands with their Israeli opponents and wore black armbands in protest.
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On Sunday, Irish players did it again. Players refused to shake hands with the Israeli team and wore black armbands in protest.
Before the second match took place, Israeli journalists clashed with Ireland soccer’s communications manager Kieran Crowley.
Crowley tried to limit a pre-match press conference with the media to soccer questions. But he took exception to a question about racism allegations against Irish soccer players.
"That’s completely untrue," Crowley shouted back.
The press conference ended shortly afterward.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
Reporter reveals 'little crush' on married Hurricanes coach Rod Brind’Amour, says she's 'waiting in the wings'
If married Carolina Hurricanes coach Rod Brind’Amour hits free agency anytime soon, he's not going to have to wait around on the market that long. There's already someone out there announcing her interest.
His wife doesn’t have anything to worry about though, she's not stealing anyone's husband. She's respectfully "waiting in the wings" and is making it known that she's no stranger to dating men that have been married is all.
The woman pushing her way towards the front of the line for the 56-year-old former NHL player's attention is TV reporter and Wake Up Later, Carolina host Judith Retana, reports the NY Post.
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During a recent episode of the Wake Up Later, Carolina show, she admitted to seeing Brind’Amour, and who hasn't? He went tarps off multiple times celebrating the Canes Stanley Cup.
Retana also admitted having a crush on him. Again, she's not alone there either. Although you could argue if you want to spend your time doing those sorts of things that she went a little too far.
"Have I seen the coach Rachel? You know I’ve seen the coach. You know I have my little crush on Rod Brind’Amour," Retana said in a video that has been deleted or disabled on social media.
"I respect his wife. I'm sure they have a good thing going there, but I'll be waiting in the wings in case anything goes awry. I'm no stranger to dating married men."
According to the NY Post, there was a disclaimer that appeared on the clip that read: "Clarification: previously married men as in divorced or separated."
Retana added, "Or men with children. I don’t mind any of that baggage. It’s not really baggage for me, it’s a built-in family."
A co-host, meteorologist Rachel Duensing, tried to get her to pump the brakes on the oversharing about Brind’Amour. It evidently worked on air, but she still felt the need to share the clip on social media until it was disabled or deleted.
You live and you learn. I'm not going to go after her for allowing her heart to take her too deep into the romantic waters. I think if she had to do it again, she'd dial it back a little and that's good enough for me.
Getting lost in tarps off celebrations, the likes of which Rod Brind'Amour was involved in, could happen to anyone.
No, the San Diego Padres didn't lose because of controversial ninth inning home run ruling
If there's one thing the Major League Baseball postseason always delivers, it's drama. And Saturday night's game between the San Diego Padres and Milwaukee Brewers certainly had more than its fair share.
The Brewers entered the game and the series as big favorites, thanks in large part to likely NL Cy Young Award winner Jacob Misiorowski starting game one. Misiorowski has been nearly unhittable this season, with a minuscule 1.80 ERA, just 96 hits allowed all season, and 252 strikeouts in 174.2 innings. But the Padres have been baseball's hottest team down the stretch, and were able to force him out after pushing across two runs in just four innings.
But the Brewers battled back, tying the game on a Jackson Chourio homer and taking the lead late on another from William Contreras. The Padres missed an opportunity in the top of the 8th, but started the 9th with the heart of their lineup facing closer Trevor Megill. Dustin Harris singled to lead off the ninth, Manny Machado struck out, and Ty France launched what's now become one of the most controversial fly balls in recent postseason history.
While it looked at first glance like a potential go-ahead home run, or might fly harmlessly foul, France hit the ball so high it banged off the roof support system at American Family Field and fell into the field of play just onto the warning track in left field, where Jackson Chourio caught it for an out.
Several minutes of discussion followed, with the umpires ruling on the field that it was, in fact, a fair ball and effectively a fly ball out. Many fans, and some of the players, were clearly confused, assuming that a ball hitting the roof would become immediately "dead" and the play restarted.
By rule though, there's no question that the umpires made the correct call. Major League Baseball's ground rule page, specifically covering American Family Field, covers this exact situation. If the "Batted ball strikes roof, roof truss, roof cable, or any cabling over fair territory," the rule states, it's considered "In Play."
"If caught by fielder," it continues, "batter is out, and runners advance at own risk."
That's exactly what was determined on the field, and what the replay review confirmed. The ball was in fair territory when it hit the roof, it fell down to the field of play where it was caught by an outfielder, and the hitter is out. Controversy over, right?
Well, not exactly.
Many fans, obviously most notably Padres fans, are convinced that the ball would have been a home run had it not hit the roof. France himself said as much after the game in the clubhouse. "You would think with all the technology we have now we’d be able to make a clear call on that," France said. "There should be something put in place right there. That shouldn’t be an out. … We’ve got ball tracking. We’ve got exit velo. We’ve got projected distances. We have all that stuff."
And that's where the second part of the controversy has continued, and even grown. Had the ball not hit the roof, would it have been a game, and potentially series, changing home run?
France is right; we do have ball tracking, exit velocity and projected distances, thanks to the league's Statcast operation. And those metrics all but confirmed one thing: that was not going to be a home run.
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Statcast measured France's fly ball at 105.3mph exit velocity at a whopping 49 degree launch angle. The projected distance? 325 feet. The wall in Milwaukee? Well, it's hard to know exactly where the ball would have come down if unobstructed, but the shortest dimension is 342 feet directly at the foul pole. Had the ball been more towards left center, it's even further.
There's more to it than that. Statcast predicted "expected" batting average, essentially how often balls hit with those exact characteristics become hits, was .050. Balls hit 105.3mph at 49 degrees are outs 99.5% of the time. They're also home runs in just one stadium: Daikin Park in Houston, thanks to the short porch with the Crawford Boxes.
Thanks to Statcast, we can compare similarly hit baseballs with that exact launch angle and see the results. Here's the list from 2026:
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Expanding the search to 2024 and 2025, there were a number of other balls that met these exact characteristics. Of the 15 batted ball events, including 2026, 14 were outs, with one double from Aaron Judge in 2024. The furthest a batted ball traveled with those exact numbers was 337 feet, a fly ball from Cody Bellinger in April 2025.
There are different outcomes because of weather conditions, the exact backspin of the ball, and many other variables. But with the exact measurements available to us, not a single ball hit with that velocity and launch angle traveled far enough to cover the left field wall at American Family Field, even if it were directly down the line.
France, though, was convinced it was "going out."
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"I guess the biggest question was whether it was going to stay fair or foul," he said. "I thought I backspun it and thought it was going to stay fair. Knew it was going out."
Except we've seen, countless times, players look as though they expect a ball to fly for a homer, only to die on the warning track. Players aren't reliable narrators when it comes to judging distance. Data is. And the data shows France's fly ball wouldn't have cleared the fence.
Fluky and bizarre and open to endless debate? Yes. Postseason robbery? No.