BREAKING BALL MEDIA

Royal Rumble weekend usually sells itself, but 2026 adds a twist: an early start in Riyadh that forces WWE to hit the gas from minute one. The Rumble is a stress test of pacing and storytelling, and this show will be judged by who gets protected, who gets elevated, and how the last four in each match make WrestleMania season feel inevitable.

The Mariners don’t need a miracle season in 2026—they need a clean one. Seattle’s path is simple: a steadier offense, winning the margins with defense and baserunning, and smart pitching workload management over 162 games. If those three things click, close losses turn into close wins—and meaningful baseball follows.

MLB expansion is back in the conversation, but the real story isn’t about which cities might land a team. It’s about what expansion reveals regarding how the league views its future — financially, competitively, and culturally. Adding teams isn’t just growth; it’s a signal of priorities, power, and long-term vision. As expansion talk heats up, the most important question isn’t where baseball is going — it’s who the league is trying to become.