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Staff picks: 2026 MLB Postseason

“The 162-game marathon known as the MLB season is over, but the sprint to the World Series is just beginning.”
OT: Sideline reporters deserve their flowers

Overtime, or “OT,” is an opinion column series where the Collegian takes national sports headlines or polarizing topics and gives them a Butler-centric angle. On Sept. 12, the nation watched as the then-No. 4 Texas Longhorns scored 21 unanswered points in the fourth quarter to complete an improbable comeback and stun the then-top-ranked Ohio State…
OT: Sydney Sweeney ad raises concern about sports advertising

“They are laying the groundwork for other companies in their industries to do what they can to take your most valuable possession: your attention.”
Butler All Access block party to begin Homecoming week

“‘[Our goal is] that our attendees have a great time, and that our student-athletes who are a part of the event really enjoy the people that they get to connect with.’”
Football season preview: One for all, all for one

“‘This is a group that’s excited to play with each other and for each other.’”
NIT semifinals and College Slam Dunk & Three-Point Contests descend on Hinkle

“As Indianapolis prepares to host its ninth Final Four, the NCAA has turned the Circle City into a basketball championship city.”
Staff picks: Lucky sports moments

“In the spirit of lucky charms, four-leaf clovers and all things St. Patrick’s Day, The Collegian Sports section shares its favorite sports moments that were made possible with a hint of luck.”
Onye Onuoha: Path to the NFL Draft

“‘The journey within itself is the thing that’s the most admired and the greatest thing about this process, not where you get to.’”
Lacrosse season preview: Dawgs ready to face-off with a fresh start

“‘One thing about this team [is that] we understand that you can’t skip steps. You have to do the little things really well [first].’”