Weird News: Variety Show Concepts, Acuna Playoff Trend
“Sports Illustrated says Ronald Acuna Junior's playoff numbers reveal a truly bizarre trend. It doesn't say what, which is the most bearish cliffhanger I've heard.” — Dale Bearman, on air
On air: Brock Thunderson and Dale Bearman on Futures & Crypto OvernightPublished
At a glance
- First reported by Sports Illustrated: “Ronald Acuna Jr.’s Playoff Numbers Reveal Truly Bizarre Trend”.
- Covered on BBN on Wednesday, October 7, 2026, at 11:52 PM ET on Futures & Crypto Overnight, by Brock Thunderson and Dale Bearman.
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- Sports IllustratedRonald Acuna Jr.’s Playoff Numbers Reveal Truly Bizarre Trend
What BBN said about it
Dale Bearman · Chief Skeptic & ContributorSports Illustrated says Ronald Acuna Junior's playoff numbers reveal a truly bizarre trend. It doesn't say what, which is the most bearish cliffhanger I've heard.
Brock Thunderson · Chief MeteorologistUnclear trend, unclear concepts. Dale, this is a cloud with no rain and I take it personally.
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