---
title: "🏀 Harry Kane wins Ballon d'Or to create 25-year miracle, while this World Series team is one win away with a miraculous record: AI Sports Daily"
description: "The Milwaukee Brewers crushed the Rays 10-1 in Game 3 of the World Series, scoring eight runs with two outs in a single inning to take a commanding 3-0 series lead! Today on \"AI Sports Daily,\" Mu Yan will focus on this crazy game, while also discussing how England's star striker Harry Kane ended a 25-year wait to lift the Ballon d'Or. Plus, an NBA superstar scored 47 points but fell just short: who walked away with the overtime victory? We'll tell you in just a moment!"
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date_published: "2026-10-27T02:00:00.000Z"
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---

# 🏀 Harry Kane wins Ballon d'Or to create 25-year miracle, while this World Series team is one win away with a miraculous record: AI Sports Daily

## Introduction
The Milwaukee Brewers dominated the Rays 10-1 in Game 3 of the World Series, scoring eight runs with two outs in a single inning to take a commanding 3-0 series lead! Today on "AI Sports Daily", Muyan will take you through this wild game and discuss how England's star striker Harry Kane ended a 25-year wait to claim the Ballon d'Or. Plus, a superstar in the NBA dropped 47 points but fell just short. Who walked away with the overtime victory? I will let you know in just a moment!

## Today's Major Sports Headlines

### 1. Brewers Score Eight Runs with Two Outs! Take 3-0 World Series Lead Over Rays
- **What Happened**: In Game 3 of the World Series, the Milwaukee Brewers made postseason history by racking up seven consecutive hits with two outs in the fifth inning, exploding for eight runs to crush the Tampa Bay Rays 10-1 and take a commanding 3-0 series lead. According to NBC Sports, left-hander Robert Gasser pitched six innings, allowing just one hit. He became the first left-handed pitcher since Sandy Koufax in 1965 to face the minimum 18 batters through the first six innings of a World Series game, shutting down the Rays with a near-flawless performance.
- **Why It's Worth Discussing**: Offense with two outs is usually the hardest to generate, but the Brewers turned the game into batting practice at that exact moment. This kind of clutch explosion is nothing short of a miracle. Combined with Gasser's historic performance that completely silenced the Rays' lineup, their first-ever franchise championship trophy now seems well within reach.
- **Source**: (https://www.nbcsports.com/mlb/news/brewers-rout-the-rays-10-1-to-move-within-a-win-of-their-first-world-series-title)

### 2. Harry Kane Wins 2026 Ballon d'Or! Ending England's 25-Year Wait
- **What Happened**: England's star striker Harry Kane has officially won the 2026 Ballon d'Or, becoming the first English player to claim the prestigious honor in 25 years, since Michael Owen in 2001. According to Sky Sports, Kane scored an incredible 73 goals last season. He not only set multiple historical records but also cemented his status as the world's top striker.
- **Why It's Worth Discussing**: Kane's individual talent has never been in doubt, but he has often missed out on team trophies in the past. Conquering the voters with a phenomenal 73-goal season and breaking England's quarter-century Ballon d'Or drought is a long-overdue ultimate validation for him, earning the highest individual honor in football.
- **Source**: (https://www.skysports.com/football/news/11095/13242255/kane-becomes-first-english-winner-of-ballon-dor-in-25-years)

### 3. Donovan Mitchell Steps Up in Overtime! Cavaliers Edge Timberwolves by Two
- **What Happened**: The Cleveland Cavaliers edged out the Minnesota Timberwolves 127-125 in a thrilling overtime battle. Star guard Donovan Mitchell scored 26 points, including five crucial points in overtime, to lead his team past a fierce 47-point performance from Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards. According to the AP, rookie Milic Thomas scored an impressive 16 points in his debut.
- **Why It's Worth Discussing**: The Timberwolves' Edwards was red-hot in this game, and while his 47-point explosion fell just short, it showcased his superstar caliber. For the Cavaliers, not only did Mitchell step up in overtime, but rookie Thomas, the 34th pick in this year's draft, showed zero stage fright in his career debut. His mature performance was definitely a pleasant surprise in the Cavaliers' victory.
- **Source**: (https://apnews.com)

### 4. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Drops 34! Thunder Sink Clippers and Set Historic Record
- **What Happened**: The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Los Angeles Clippers 108-101 on the road. Star guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander dropped 34 points, not only securing the win but also setting a historic record of 153 consecutive games with at least 15 points. According to NBA.com, he has surpassed James Harden to claim sole possession of the seventh-longest streak in NBA history.
- **Why It's Worth Discussing**: Scoring at least 15 points in 153 consecutive games means Shai has maintained incredibly consistent output over the past two-plus seasons, regardless of defensive schemes or physical condition. Officially surpassing Harden's record is the ultimate proof of this, and this level of consistency is simply unreal.
- **Source**: (https://www.nba.com)

### 5. Walk-Off 48-Yard Field Goal! South Carolina Pulls Off Stunning Upset Against Tennessee
- **What Happened**: In college football, the University of South Carolina pulled off a miracle at home, upsetting No. 11 Tennessee 27-24. Quarterback LaNorris Sellers scored a game-tying touchdown with a spectacular diving effort with 1:17 left on the clock, sparking the comeback. According to Fox Sports, kicker Olsen nailed a walk-off 48-yard field goal as time expired.
- **Why It's Worth Discussing**: The final minute of this game felt like a Hollywood movie script. First, Sellers made that fearless diving touchdown, and then Olsen nailed the 48-yard game-winner under immense pressure as time expired. The moment the ball sailed through the uprights and South Carolina fans rushed the field in celebration perfectly captured the thrilling magic of college football.
- **Source**: (https://www.foxsports.com)

### 6. Fresh Off $200M Extension! Brandon Miller Drops 39 to Lead Hornets Past Wizards
- **What Happened**: The Charlotte Hornets defeated the Washington Wizards 110-103 at home. Brandon Miller, who recently signed a five-year, $209 million contract extension, proved his worth by shooting 15-of-28 from the field to drop a career-high 39 points. According to Fox Sports, Miller led the Hornets to their third win of the season despite missing key starters.
- **Why It's Worth Discussing**: Rewarding the franchise with a career-high performance right after signing a massive contract extension must have the Hornets' front office grinning from ear to ear. At a critical moment when the team is plagued by injuries, he proved with his performance that he is undoubtedly the cornerstone of the Hornets' future.
- **Source**: (https://www.foxsports.com)

## Closing Thoughts
The most shocking moment for me today was definitely the Brewers' wild rally of seven consecutive hits with two outs in the World Series. With this kind of momentum, they look poised to sweep their way to the franchise's first-ever World Series title. Don't forget to tune in to the Thunder games to see if Shai can keep pushing his scoring streak even further. See you next time on "AI Sports Daily"!

---

## About this article and its author

Originally published on [Mark Ku's Tech Notes](https://blog.markkulab.net/en/sports-weekly/sports-weekly-2026-10-27)

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