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Toronto Maple Leafs

Leafs' Matthews hits 60 goals for second time

Auston Matthews became NHL's first two-time 60-goal scorer in 30 years.

Matthews is the only U.S.-born player to score 60 goals in a season.

Matthews celebrated the achievement with Maple Leafs fans chanting 'MVP!' [ more ]

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ESPN.com

1 week ago

2024 NBA MVP: Who will win between Jokic, Luka and SGA?

Nikola Jokic is the favorite for the 2023-24 NBA MVP award. [ more ]

Boston.com

Boston Celtics

Why Kevin Durant thinks Jayson Tatum is going to 'control the league' for the next decade

Jayson Tatum receives high praise from Kevin Durant for his consistent performance and MVP-caliber season.

Durant acknowledges Tatum's potential to be a central figure in the NBA for the next decade. [ more ]

The Ringer

Austin

Jayson Tatum's Odds to Become Face of the League and Final All-Star Game Fixes

Ideas for revitalizing the All-Star Game

Discussion on Jayson Tatum's role in the NBA [ more ]

Bleacher Report

Boston Celtics

Celtics' Jayson Tatum Says He's Best Player in NBA; Talks Respect for Giannis, More

Jayson Tatum considers himself the best player in the NBA.

Tatum is a key player for the Boston Celtics leading them to the top of the Eastern Conference. [ more ]

New York Post

Brooklyn Nets

NBA All-Star Game 2024: Bold questions heading into second half of season

Nikola Jokic is a top MVP contender due to his consistent performance.

Pelicans and Suns are teams to watch in the second half due to deep rosters and improving form. [ more ]

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Boston Celtics

Jayson Tatum scores 41, Celtics hold off late Nets rally without Kristaps Porzingis

Jayson Tatum came in sixth in the latest NBA MVP straw poll.

Tatum's performance was impactful in all areas for the Celtics. [ more ]

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ESPN.com

National Football League

AP unveils MVP, offensive POY award finalists

Lamar Jackson, Christian McCaffrey, and Dak Prescott are finalists for the 2023 NFL MVP and Offensive Player of the Year awards.

The winners will be announced at NFL Honors on Feb. 8.

Other finalists include Josh Allen, Brock Purdy, Tyreek Hill, and CeeDee Lamb. [ more ]

The Ringer

Week 15 Recap: The Bills Roll the Cowboys, Purdy's MVP Candidacy, and the Texans Grind Out a Win in OT

The Bills had an impressive win over the Cowboys in Week 15.

Dak Prescott's MVP candidacy was discussed. [ more ]

Bleacher Report

49ers' Brock Purdy Hyped by Fans as NFL MVP Over Dak Prescott as Cowboys QB Struggles

Brock Purdy has made a strong case for being the league MVP with his impressive performance for the San Francisco 49ers in Week 15.

The 49ers' victory over the Arizona Cardinals helped them clinch the NFC West division title. [ more ]

NBC Sports Bay Area & California

San Francisco 49ers

49ers' Purdy feels throwing arm is even stronger after elbow surgery

Brock Purdy is a frontrunner for the 2023 NFL MVP award despite having undergone surgery for a torn ulnar collateral ligament in his throwing arm less than a year ago.

The grueling rehab process and emphasis on strengthening his arm has improved Purdy's performance and made his arm stronger than before. [ more ]

The Ringer

Week 14 Recap: Cowboys Roll Over the Eagles, the Bills Upset the Chiefs, and the Ravens Win an OT Thriller

The Cowboys' comfortable win over the Eagles has implications for both teams moving forward.

Dak Prescott's performance in the game strengthens his MVP campaign.

The hosts discuss the winners and losers of Week 14 in the NFL. [ more ]

Dodgers Nation

Dave Roberts Says Dodgers' Staff is Confident Shohei Ohtani Will Pitch Again in MLB

Dodgers met with Shohei Ohtani and discussed the likelihood of him pitching again.

Manager Dave Roberts is confident that Ohtani will pitch again, but emphasizes betting on Ohtani as a person and player. [ more ]

Behind the Steel Curtain

Cowboys vs. Seahawks predictions: Thursday Night Football picks, odds, more for Week 13

Dallas Cowboys are playing well and are potential NFC playoff contenders.

Seattle Seahawks have been struggling recently and face a tough schedule. [ more ]

Fort Worth Star-Telegram

MVP may be on way, but Dallas Cowboys' Dak Prescott blessed he's an "incoming girl dad"

Dak Prescott is a top contender for the MVP award in the NFL.

Prescott announced on Instagram that he is expecting a baby girl with his girlfriend.

The Dallas Cowboys quarterback has been performing exceptionally well in recent games. [ more ]

Editor In Leaf

Toronto Maple Leafs

Toronto Maple Leafs: Can William Nylander Win the Hart Trophy?

William Nylander is having a career-best season and is one of the top scorers in the NHL.

Nylander has a chance to contend for the Hart Trophy as league MVP.

His teammate Auston Matthews is also a strong contender for the award. [ more ]

Dodger Blue

Dodgers Video: Mookie Betts Fulfilled Father Duties While Waiting For NL MVP Announcement

Ronald AcuÃ±a Jr. won the MVP award in the National League unanimously.

Mookie Betts was in his car picking up his daughter from school when he received the news of his MVP runner-up finish.

Betts had an impressive season, setting a new career high in home runs and breaking the MLB record for most RBI as a leadoff hitter. [ more ]

Dodger Blue

This Day In Dodgers History: Jackie Robinson Named 1949 NL MVP

Jackie Robinson was named the National League MVP in 1949, becoming the first African-American player to win the award.

Robinson had a successful career with the Brooklyn Dodgers, including a Rookie of the Year Award and six consecutive All-Star selections. [ more ]

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Medium

1 week ago

UX design

I'm done talking about MVP, let's talk about real products

The concept of MVP is often interpreted differently by different stakeholders in the product development process. [ more ]

Medium

UX design

The rise of the 'full-stack' designer

Building an MVP can now be done solo using no-code tools.

UX designers have the potential to become founders by leveraging their skills in the no-code space. [ more ]

Medium

5 years ago

UX design

Rightsizing your product plan, but not your vision

Decide the right amount of work for the product plan to execute without compromising vision. [ more ]

Blueshirt Banter

3 weeks ago

New York Rangers

Rangers Announce Team Award Winners

Artemiy Panarin named Rangers 2023-24 MVP for his outstanding performance with 48 goals and 70 assists. [ more ]

Dodger Blue

This Day In Dodgers History: Orel Hershiser's Scoreless Innings Streak Snapped

Orel Hershiser's record-setting 59 consecutive scoreless innings streak was snapped in 1989, but he went on to have an outstanding season.

Hershiser's 'Bulldog' mentality was highlighted in his tenacious pitching performances, breaking Don Drysdale's previous scoreless innings record. [ more ]

Dodgers Nation

Dodgers' Miguel Rojas Compares Shohei Ohtani to Ronald Acuna Jr.

Shohei Ohtani impressed his teammates with a round of batting practice, hitting 10 home runs in 29 swings.

Teammate Miguel Rojas compared Ohtani to Ronald Acuña Jr. and expressed excitement to see Ohtani when he is completely healthy. [ more ]

Dodgers Nation

Watch Shohei Ohtani's First Batting Practice With Dodgers

Shohei Ohtani's addition to the Dodgers has generated excitement in Los Angeles.

Ohtani's batting practice performance is a promising sign of his recovery from a torn UCL. [ more ]

Dodger Blue

2023 BBWAA Awards: Ronald Acuna Jr. Wins National League MVP Over Mookie Betts & Freddie Freeman

Ronald AcuÃ±a Jr. was unanimously voted the 2023 National League MVP over Mookie Betts and Freddie Freeman.

Betts finished in second place with all 30 of his votes coming for second place.

Freeman didn't receive any votes for first place and finished with 227 points in NL MVP voting. [ more ]

Dodger Blue

This Day In Dodgers History: Kirk Gibson Named 1988 NL MVP

Kirk Gibson was named the National League MVP in 1988 after leading the Dodgers to a surprise World Series win.

Gibson hit a walk-off two-run home run in Game 1 of the 1988 World Series against the Oakland Athletics.

Gibson's MVP Award was the first won by a Dodger player since 1974. [ more ]

Fear the Fin

Boston

Will Smith 2024 Hockey East Tournament MVP

Will Smith's decision to attend college before turning professional has paid off, showcasing his skills and earning accolades.

Smith's performance in the 2024 Hockey East Tournament, including four goals and being named MVP, highlights his potential as a future NHL star. [ more ]

TechCrunch

Startup companies

NFX's James Currier will break down MVPs at TechCrunch Early Stage 2024 | TechCrunch

Sorting out required features for an MVP is crucial to avoid wasted development cycles or launching with too little product.

James Currier of NFX will share insights on building MVPs at TechCrunch Early Stage 2024 in Boston. [ more ]

TheLeafsNation

Toronto Maple Leafs

Auston Matthews isn't taking hometown NHL All-Star Game experience for granted

Auston Matthews may not have been deserving of the NHL All-Star Game MVP [ more ]

ESPN.com

National Hockey League

MVP Matthews delivers 'a show' at All-Star Game

Auston Matthews was the MVP of the NHL All-Star Game tournament, leading Team Matthews to victory

The weekend of festivities at the All-Star Game brought out the best in everyone and was a fun experience for the players [ more ]

Posting and Toasting

New York Knicks

Takeaways from Julius Randle's injury

Jalen Brunson has the opportunity to cement himself in MVP conversations

OG Anunoby's ability to play power forward makes his acquisition even more of a win [ more ]

New York Post

New York Knicks

Joel Embiid stabilizing 76ers after James Harden saga as Knicks rumors fade

Joel Embiid is having a huge year for the 76ers and could repeat as MVP.

The emergence of Tyrese Maxey as a potential All-Star has been noteworthy for the team. [ more ]

Steelers Depot

Pittsburgh Steelers

Brown: 2023 Pittsburgh Steelers Awards (With A Twist)

Jaylen Warren is the Offensive MVP for the Steelers

T.J. Watt is the Defensive MVP [ more ]

Steelers Depot

Pittsburgh Steelers

The Terrible Podcast - Talking Steelers Vs. Seahawks All-22, Pickett Response To Rumors, RB Room Future, & Much More

Kenny Pickett addresses rumors about being the Steelers' backup QB

Ben Roethlisberger comments on Mason Rudolph and the Steelers' QB position [ more ]

49ers Webzone

San Francisco 49ers

49ers Notebook: MVP talk; Focusing on stopping the run; Playoff urgency; Trent Williams the specimen

San Francisco 49ers players were back at practice and in media interviews ahead of the NFC Championship game against the Detroit Lions.

Running back Christian McCaffrey and quarterback Brock Purdy were named finalists for the Associated Press MVP award, along with other top players in the league. [ more ]

ESPN.com

National Basketball Association

NBA betting: How the Tyrese Haliburton injury impacts awards races, Pacers futures

Indiana Pacers' Tyrese Haliburton will miss at least two weeks with a hamstring strain

Betting on Haliburton for MVP or Most Improved Player is not recommended due to his injury [ more ]

Silver Screen and Roll

LA Lakers

LeBron James named inaugural In-Season Tournament MVP

LeBron James wins MVP of the inaugural NBA In-Season Tournament

LeBron's performance in the knockout round solidifies his spot as MVP [ more ]

Silver Screen and Roll

LA Lakers

Austin Reaves saw big season for Tyrese Haliburton coming after playing with him on Team USA

Tyrese Haliburton is gaining attention as a young star on the Pacers after his impressive performance in the NBA In-Season Tournament.

Teammate Austin Reaves praised Haliburton's unselfishness and predicted he has the potential to win an MVP award in the future. [ more ]

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