Player News Today — November 11, 2026

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Kentucky native Stokes makes it 'personal' in Kansas' victory over Wildcats and more — today's player signal.

Big wins and big awards are making headlines today. In college hoops, a Kentucky native made a statement in Kansas' victory over the Wildcats, with Stokes leading the charge and making it personal against his home-state team. Meanwhile, in Major League Baseball, it's Awards Week and we're celebrating the best of the best. The American League Manager of the Year award went to Venable, and Rookie of the Year honors went to McGonigle and Stewart - what a year for these newcomers.

But it's not all about awards and college hoops. In the NFL, injuries are piling up and impacting fantasy lineups. With Malik Willis on the IR, Dolphins fans are scrambling to adjust - are there any Miami players you should be starting this week? We've got you covered with expert advice. And for fantasy football enthusiasts, Karabell's got the latest flex and superflex rankings for Week 10. Plus, with the NFL season in full swing, free agency is heating up - check out the top options available, including Fernando Mendoza and Caleb Douglas. Today's digest has all the news you need to stay ahead of the game.

Today's signal:
• Kentucky native Stokes makes it 'personal' in Kansas' victory over Wildcats (espn.com)
• Free agents: Fernando Mendoza, Caleb Douglas among top options (espn.com)
• MLB Awards Week: Venable wins AL Manager of the Year (espn.com)
• Buzz: With Malik Willis placed on IR, are there any Dolphins you should start? (espn.com)
• MLB Awards Week: McGonigle, Stewart win Rookie of the Year (espn.com)
• Karabell's flex and superflex rankings for Week 10 (espn.com)

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