Pens on brink, sound off on game-changing melee
A scrum that saw all 10 skaters in their respective penalty boxes helped the Flyers to a 5-2 win and drew the ire of the Penguins, who now find themselves in a 3-0 series hole.
👕 Utah offers jersey exchange for Vegas fans
On a first-come basis, fans can exchange their Golden Knights jerseys for a 2025-26 Mammoth home jersey.
Johnston's deflection gives Stars 2OT win vs. Wild
Wyatt Johnston scored on a power-play deflection at 12:10 of the second overtime to give the Stars a 4-3 victory over the Wild and a 2-1 lead in their Western Conference first-round series.
Kings, nearing sweep by Avs, vow to 'be ready'
The Kings are on the verge of a first-round exit for the fifth straight postseason following their 4-2 Game 3 loss to the Avalanche.
NHL sets 2026 Winter Classic in Utah on NYE
The Mammoth will host the Avalanche at Rice-Eccles Stadium on the University of Utah campus on New Year's Eve in the NHL Winter Classic for the 2026-27 season.
No further discipline for Hall; Sanderson out
Taylor Hall won't face further discipline for his hit on Jake Sanderson, who will miss Saturday's game.
Montreal fans back Dach after online harassment
After two costly mistakes in Montreal's Game 2 loss, Kirby Dach received so much online harassment that he deactivated his Instagram account. But after fans chanted his name in warmups Friday, he…
Flyers winning the East? Sabres cooked? Judging early Stanley Cup playoff overreactions
The hot takes are flying after the opening games. We hand down a verdict on all of them.
Keys to the offseason: Free agency and draft plans for every eliminated NHL team
We explore the next moves each team should make this summer and forecast expectations for 2026-27.
How the 'Lumber Yard' was built: Inside the Avalanche's goaltending tandem
The professional lives of Mackenzie Blackwood and Scott Wedgewood intersected twice before suiting up together for Colorado.
Ranking the top 50 players in the 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs
As 16 teams face off for the ultimate prize in pro sports, these players will have the biggest impact.
Stanley Cup first-round betting guide: A bet and Conn Smythe prediction for every team
Odds, Conn Smythe Trophy picks and future bets for every first-round matchup in the 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs.
Big winners, losers and value picks of Round 1: Kiper on a wild start to the NFL draft
Mel Kiper Jr. makes sense of the first round of the NFL draft, sizing up moves like the Makai Lemon, Caleb Downs and Ty Simpson picks.
Amid Brown buzz, Eagles trade up for WR Lemon
The Eagles made a trade with the division rival Cowboys and selected USC wide receiver Makai Lemon with the No. 20 pick.
Mendoza: Have 'huge responsibility' with Raiders
Fernando Mendoza said "it's a huge responsibility" to be the face of a franchise with a proud history like the Raiders.
Vrabel: Confident in Pats during draft absence
Mike Vrabel said he is confident that the Patriots will have a successful draft during his absence Saturday, when he will start seeking counseling after multiple media outlets posted photos of the…
Giants thrilled with picks: 'Couldn't do any better'
The Giants addressed both sides of the ball in the first round of the NFL draft, selecting Ohio State linebacker Arvell Reese with the fifth pick and Miami offensive lineman Francis Mauigoa at No. 10.
Chiefs: 'Top-5 guy' in CB Delane worth trade up
The Chiefs moved up in the NFL draft, acquiring the No. 6 pick from the Browns and using it to select LSU cornerback Mansoor Delane. Cleveland took Spencer Fano at No. 9.
Jets pick 3 players from CFP teams in 1st round
The Jets selected three players in the first round: defensive end David Bailey at No. 2, tight end Kenyon Sadiq at 16 and wide receiver Omar Cooper Jr. at No. 30.
Packers, Reed agree to 3-year, $50M extension
The Packers and receiver Jayden Reed have agreed to a three-year, $50 million contract extension that includes $20 million in guaranteed money.
Ravens set as Cowboys' opponent in '26 Rio game
The Ravens on Friday were named the Cowboys' opponent for the first NFL game in Rio de Janeiro on Sept. 27.
GM: Texans' Collins stance clear, not trading him
Texans general manager Nick Caserio made it clear that wideout Nico Collins is not available for trade.
📸 Drafted in drip: Best outfits from the NFL draft
The stars stepped out in their best suits ahead of hearing their names called in the 2026 NFL draft.
Motivated by snub, McDonald drafted by Texans
New Texans rookie defensive tackle Kayden McDonald believes he's the best player in the 2026 draft and will use falling to the second round as motivation.
Falcons draft Terrell, unite CB with star brother
The Falcons selected Avieon Terrell with the No. 48 pick of the NFL draft, uniting the Clemson CB with his older brother A.J.
Cards draft Beck, add ex-Canes star to QB room
The Cardinals drafted Carson Beck with the 65th pick, further clouding the team's QB situation.
Still waiting on Rodgers, Steelers draft QB Allar
The Steelers added to the QB position Friday night, selecting former Penn State star Drew Allar in the third round of the NFL draft.
Cowboys add LB depth, trade for Niners' Winters
The Cowboys acquired LB Dee Winters from the 49ers for pick No. 152 in the fifth round of the NFL draft.
McVay in 'lockstep' with GM after tense presser
Rams coach Sean McVay said Friday night that he and general manager Les Snead "couldn't be in more lockstep in every decision that we make."
Greenard traded to Eagles, gets new $100M deal
The Eagles acquired Jonathan Greenard in a trade with the Vikings and agreed to a lucrative new deal with the star linebacker.
Which teams won -- and lost -- on Day 2 of the NFL draft? Kiper on the best values, biggest reaches
We're through 100 picks of the NFL draft. Mel Kiper Jr. sorts through the steals and reaches of Day 2, including some big value selections.
Mini NFL mock draft: Predicting the first 10 picks of Round 4
Jordan Reid looks ahead to Day 3 of the NFL draft with predictions for the first few picks of Round 4.
Pick-by-pick takes on Round 1 of the NFL draft: How prospects fit with their new teams
Here's our NFL Nation reporters' look at the biggest questions for each Round 1 pick and how every player fits.
2026 NFL draft superlatives: Standouts from the first three rounds
The 2026 NFL draft picks can be compared by any number of statistical categories. Here are some of the more subjective superlatives from the event.
R Mason Thomas' name explained: Why "R" doesn't stand for anything
One of the draft's most intriguing names has a simple explanation: R Mason is his full first name.
Answering big questions off Round 1: What were the best (and worst) picks of the night?
What were the best and worst picks of Round 1? Which trades really stood out? And what can we expect?
Grading NFL draft trades: Who won the Jonathan Greenard deal, Eagles or Vikings?
We're grading the most impactful trades of the 2026 NFL draft, including the Vikings trading Greenard to Philly.
What can the Raiders do to set No. 1 pick QB Fernando Mendoza up for success in Year 1?
From the coaching staff to the roster, here's how the Raiders can develop Fernando Mendoza.
How Rams quietly zeroed in on Ty Simpson in the draft -- and kept it a secret
While the Rams always try to mute their plans, they found that process magnified when it came to the QB position.
NFL futures: Every team's win total, SB odds
NFC West teams hold on to shortest, longest title odds after first round
NFL draft faces a new insider betting risk
Former NFL execs say it's only a matter of time until someone parlays inside information on the draft.
2026 NFL draft: Fantasy football outlooks for Love, Allar and more
Liz Loza, Matt Bowen and Mike Clay break down the fantasy potential of early-round rookies from the NFL draft and provide initial 2026 projections.
Tracking fifth-year options for 2023 first-rounders: Who will return in 2027?
The deadline for teams to pick up the fifth-year option on rookie contracts is May 1.
The NFL's highest-paid players at every position: Here's who makes the most money, from QB to punter
We have seen a fair share of massive contracts in the NFL. So who tops the highest-paid list at every position as of today?
Super Bowl 2027 on ESPN: Date, location, venue, more details
The 2027 Super Bowl will air on ESPN for the first time in network history. Learn more information about Super Bowl LXI festivities now.
Udoka calls out Rockets after collapse: 'Grow up'
Rockets coach Ime Udoka called out his team after a late-game collapse that saw Houston fall into a 3-0 series hole against the Lakers. "Horrendous mistakes," he said. "I don't know if you want to say…
👀 NBA draft lottery: Full details on the event
The 2026 NBA draft lottery will happen May 10, with 14 teams having a chance at the No. 1 overall pick. Here are the full details.
Peterson enters NBA draft after one season at KU
Kansas star freshman Darryn Peterson is entering the 2026 NBA draft, where he is expected to be one of the top picks.
Ex-Suns employee's discrimination suit dismissed
A former Suns security employee's lawsuit, which cited allegations of discrimination, harassment and retaliation, was voluntarily dismissed on Thursday with prejudice, and the team said there was no…
Raptors' Quickley aggravates injury, out for series
Raptors guard Immanuel Quickley aggravated his strained right hamstring while working his way back from the injury and will not be available during Toronto's first-round playoff series against…
Alexander-Walker named Most Improved Player
Nickeil Alexander-Walker was named this season's Most Improved Player on Friday, marking the second straight Atlanta Hawks player to win the award.
Tatum, Brown come up big in Celts' 'fun' G3 win
The countless moments when Boston's Jayson Tatum-Jaylen Brown duo has been tested on the biggest stage shined through Friday night against the 76ers.
Lakers' last-minute magic keys OT win for 3-0 lead
LeBron James scored 29 points, including a tying 3-pointer with 13 seconds left in regulation, and the Lakers took advantage of a Rockets team missing Kevin Durant for a 112-108 win Friday night to…
West playoff takeaways: Spurs beat Trail Blazers without Wemby; Lakers win in OT
Here's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the Western Conference's first round.
East playoff takeaways: Boston takes 2-1 lead with win in Philadelphia
Here's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the Eastern Conference's first round.
How a trade 19 years ago is *still* helping the Oklahoma City Thunder and their title hopes
Little did anyone know on July 11, 2007, that a minor trade between the Seattle SuperSonics and the Orlando Magic would change NBA history.
How the Thunder helped heal Oklahoma City 30 years after unimaginable terror
For 30 years, the Oklahoma City bombing -- the most devastating act of homegrown terrorism in history -- has been seared into the identity of the city. Since 2008, the Thunder have been trying to…
NBA coaching carousel: As Bucks hire Jenkins, what's next for open jobs in Chicago and New Orleans?
Milwaukee has found its next coach, while Chicago and New Orleans are looking for long-term fits. Here's what lies ahead for each franchise.
NBA buzz: Everything we're hearing on the latest news
Here's the latest news and reactions from our NBA insiders, including how the Bulls are thinking about their front office vacancies.
How Pistons center Jalen Duren turned muscles into metrics
Jalen Duren's rise from young player to All-Star hasn't quite been meteoric, but for Detroit he's right on time.
Blockbuster trade? New coach? Hard reset? The Warriors begin an offseason with massive uncertainty
Golden State enters another offseason in search of a co-star for Stephen Curry, and the Warriors might be searching for a new coach too.
Big winners, losers and value picks of Round 1: Kiper on a wild start to the NFL draft
Mel Kiper Jr. makes sense of the first round of the NFL draft, sizing up moves like the Makai Lemon, Caleb Downs and Ty Simpson picks.
Which teams won -- and lost -- on Day 2 of the NFL draft? Kiper on the best values, biggest reaches
We're through 100 picks of the NFL draft. Mel Kiper Jr. sorts through the steals and reaches of Day 2, including some big value selections.
Mini NFL mock draft: Predicting the first 10 picks of Round 4
Jordan Reid looks ahead to Day 3 of the NFL draft with predictions for the first few picks of Round 4.
Pick-by-pick takes on Round 1 of the NFL draft: How prospects fit with their new teams
Here's our NFL Nation reporters' look at the biggest questions for each Round 1 pick and how every player fits.
R Mason Thomas' name explained: Why "R" doesn't stand for anything
One of the draft's most intriguing names has a simple explanation: R Mason is his full first name.
2026 NFL draft superlatives: Standouts from the first three rounds
The 2026 NFL draft picks can be compared by any number of statistical categories. Here are some of the more subjective superlatives from the event.
Grading NFL draft trades: Every big Round 1 swap
We're grading the most impactful trades of the 2026 NFL draft, including three deals by the Bills.
Tracking every single trade in the 2026 NFL draft
We're following every trade made during the NFL draft, from Round 1 all the way through the end of Round 7.
Bama, DeBoer reach new 7-year, $87.5M contract
The University of Alabama has reached a new seven-year contract with football coach Kalen DeBoer that will pay him $12.5 million per season through Jan. 31, 2033.
Virginia Tech AD Babcock retiring after 12 years
Whit Babcock is retiring as Virginia Tech athletic director and will transition to an advisory role.
Louisville, Brohm reach 8-year, $64.8M extension
Louisville coach Jeff Brohm has agreed to an eight-year, $64.8 million contract extension that will keep him at the school through 2033.
UK AD to forgo retirement gig after pushback
Kentucky athletic director Mitch Barnhart will forgo a $1 million retirement gig that had been widely criticized.
Fickell says back's 'against the wall' at Wisconsin
Following consecutive losing seasons, Wisconsin head coach Luke Fickell knows his back is "against the wall" as he looks to turn the Badgers' fortunes around in 2026.
Nebraska regents approves $600M stadium plan
University of Nebraska regents on Friday approved a $600 million overhaul of Memorial Stadium.
Shiver: U-M didn't protect me enough from Moore
Former Michigan football staffer Paige Shiver characterized her relationship with Sherrone Moore as an "open secret" within the athletic department and said those in leadership didn't do enough to…
Source: Miami's Radakovich set to retire as AD
Miami athletic director Dan Radakovich is expected to announce his retirement as early as next week, a source confirmed to ESPN.
🏈 Strengths, weaknesses for top 25 teams
We look at where we expect the best teams to excel and where they have potential trouble spots.
Spring football games: Previewing Indiana, Notre Dame, Penn State and others
With 11 spring games this week, here's a top storyline, a position of intrigue and a player to watch for each team.
What questions do Alabama, Georgia, BYU, Oregon and others face after spring ball?
Eleven notable teams and CFP contenders head into summer with some unresolved things that need answers.
Poll: Oregon's Dante Moore the early QB favorite for 2027 draft
ESPN polled 10 NFL scouts for their way-too-early top three quarterback projections for the 2027 class.
How every 2027 five-star college football prospect will fit
There are 21 five-star players in the class and we scout each one's game for the next level.
Blue Jays OF Lukes to get MRI on left hamstring
Blue Jays outfielder Nathan Lukes exited Friday's game against Cleveland in the first inning because of a sore left hamstring.
📈 Power Rankings: New No. 2, NL-heavy top 10
A new No. 2 and an NL-heavy top 10 dominate our rankings four weeks into the 2026 season.
Rodon has scoreless first rehab outing for Yanks
Yankees pitcher Carlos Rodon, who opened the season on the injured list as he recovered from left elbow surgery last October, threw 4 1/3 scoreless innings in his first rehab start Friday night.
OF Harris hits 2-run double after being scratched
Center fielder Michael Harris II was scratched from the Braves lineup Friday night for the opener of a weekend series against the Phillies because of left quad tightness.
Mets' Lindor (calf) to be reevaluated in 3 weeks
The New York Mets have provided more information on the status of injured shortstop Francisco Lindor.
Blue Jays reliever Hoffman out of closer's role
The Blue Jays are moving Jeff Hoffman out of the closer's role, general manager Ross Atkins said.
Yankees' Stanton exits with right leg tightness
Yankees slugger Giancarlo Stanton left New York's game Friday night against the Astros because of tightness in his lower leg.
Rutschman's 2 HRs spark Orioles' rout of Red Sox
Adley Rutschman hit two of Baltimore's six homers and drove in six runs as the Orioles routed the slumping Boston Red Sox 10-3.
Resilient Cubs stun Dodgers for 10th straight win
Despite mounting injuries, the Cubs stepped up again Friday night, this time rallying from a 4-0 deficit to defeat the Dodgers 6-4 for their 10th straight victory.
How bad is it in Boston? Are the Yankees that much better? What we learned from New York's rivalry sweep
It's early, but we saw two very different teams at Fenway Park this week.
Prospect watch: Is Cleveland ready for a new catcher?
All the prospects fantasy managers should be keeping an eye on as the season moves through its first month.
Fantasy baseball news: Cubs keep winning, even with bruised bullpen
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.
The eight most astounding stats of MLB's season start
It's hard to know which numbers to trust this time of year. Here are the ones that we do -- and don't.
Will the real Pete Crow-Armstrong please stand up?
We've seen PCA play like an MVP. And we've seen PCA struggle. When will the Cubs' young star put it all together again?
Why baseball's 100 mph club is expanding by the day
Here's why the number of pitchers who have reached it has exploded.
Murakami hits 50 homers? Rebound ahead for Luzardo? Don't be surprised!
Eric Karabell looks into the crystal ball to tell fantasy baseball managers what might come to pass in the not-too-distant future.
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