Freeport Journal-Standard

Aug. 28, 2026, 1:08 p.m. CT The Seattle Mariners (64-70) and the Toronto Blue Jays (65-70) open a 3-game series Friday at Rogers Centre in Toronto, Ontario. First pitch is scheduled for 7:15 p.m. ET (Apple TV). Let's analyze MLB odds around the Mariners vs. Blue Jays odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

This week's most popular Amazon deals include items for fall hosting and home preparation. A Euhomy countertop nugget ice maker is currently available at its lowest price yet. Olaplex has launched its first-ever hair spray, called Shape Set, in partnership with Chloe Fineman. Other trending items include Caraway mixing bowls, Craftsman tool sets, and Plawdlik Adirondack chairs.

Aug. 28, 2026, 12:28 p.m. CT The Los Angeles Dodgers (80-54) and the Detroit Tigers (54-79) open a 3-game interleague series Friday at Comerica Park in Detroit, Michigan. First pitch is scheduled for 6:40 p.m. ET. Let's analyze MLB odds around the Dodgers vs. Tigers odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets.

Aug. 28, 2026, 11:53 a.m. CT The Chicago White Sox (70-63) and Minnesota Twins (64-70) clash in the Friday opener of a 3-game AL Central series in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The first pitch from Target Field is slated for 8:10 p.m. ET. Let's analyze MLB odds around the White Sox vs. Twins odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets. Season series: White Sox lead 4-3 Chicago is on the road after a 4-3 home stand.

Updated Aug. 28, 2026, 11:32 a.m. CT The NC State Wolfpack and the Virginia Cavaliers meet Saturday at Scott Stadium in Charlottesville, Virginia. Kickoff is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. (ESPN). Let's analyze college football odds around the NC State vs. Virginia odds and make our expert college football picks and predictions for the best bets.

REI's Labor Day sale is one of the best outdoor gear events of the season REI's Labor Day sale is officially live, and some of the biggest discounts aren't on random clearance items you'll never use. This year, we're seeing rare price drops of up to 60% on top hiking gear, fall camping must-haves, travel accessories and outdoor apparel from brands shoppers (like me) actively search for, including Osprey, Jetboil, Patagonia, Keen and REI Co-op.

Updated Aug. 28, 2026, 11:32 a.m. CT The San Jose State Spartans and the No. 14 USC Trojans meet Saturday at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum to open their 2026 seasons. Kickoff in Los Angeles, California, is scheduled for 3 p.m. ET (NBC). Let's analyze college football odds around the San Jose State vs. USC odds and make our expert college football picks and predictions for the best bets. USC has owned this matchup, winning the 3 previous meetings against San Jose State by a combined 146-38.

Nike has released a new collection of Vomero 18 running shoes for the NFL season. The collection features a unique shoe design for most NFL teams. Each shoe is styled with the team's official colors and logo. The NFL season is back! Whether you're gearing up for tailgates, expanding your game-day wardrobe or scoping out tickets to this season's biggest games, Nike's latest launch is getting you ready for the NFL season. Nike just released the Vomero 18 running shoes styled after all 32 NFL teams.

Aug. 28, 2026, 8:46 a.m. CT The Texas Rangers (66-68) and Milwaukee Brewers (83-51) meet Friday to commence a 3-game series in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. First pitch at American Family Field is set for 7:40 p.m. ET. Let's analyze MLB odds around the Rangers vs. Brewers odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets. 2025 season series: Rangers won 3-0 The Rangers, who sit 2 games behind the Cleveland Guardians for the third AL Wild Card spot, are riding a 2-game losing streak.

Aug. 28, 2026, 8:21 a.m. CT The Boston Red Sox (73-60) and New York Yankees (75-58) open a 4-game AL East series Friday in New York, New York. First pitch from Yankee Stadium is at 7:15 p.m. ET (Apple TV). Let's analyze MLB odds around the Red Sox vs. Yankees odds and make our expert MLB picks and predictions for the best bets. Season series: Red Sox lead 5-4 The Red Sox are in third place in the AL East, 6 games behind the division-leading Tampa Bay Rays.