🏒 Season predictions for all 32 teams
As the season begins, we reveal which teams will make the Stanley Cup Final, the playoffs and the draft lottery.
Sabres center Norris to miss 'significant' time
Sabres top-line center Josh Norris is out indefinitely with an upper-body injury, coach Lindy Ruff announced Saturday.
Bettman: Sabres have chance to host '28 Classic
NHL Commissioner Gary Bettman says there is a good chance the league in 2028 will celebrate the 20th anniversary of its annual Winter Classic in the place where the outdoor event first launched --…
Canes' Slavin exits early vs. Flyers; status unclear
The Carolina Hurricanes are preparing for a long road trip with concerns about the status of defenseman Jaccob Slavin.
Panthers' Kulikov placed on IR, may need surgery
Dmitry Kulikov, a force on the blue line of the past two Stanley Cup title runs, will be out of the Florida Panthers' lineup indefinitely after being placed on injured reserve, and coach Paul Maurice…
'Grateful' Sullivan wins in return to Pittsburgh
Mike Sullivan, who spent 10 seasons coaching the Penguins and is the franchise leader with 409 wins in 753 games, was victorious in his return to Pittsburgh on Saturday, as his New York Rangers won…
Top pick Schaefer nets 1st NHL goal as Isles lose
Matthew Schaefer, 18, this year's No. 1 overall pick, scored his first career goal Saturday, as the New York Islanders dropped their home opener, 4-2, to the Washington Capitals, and teammate Bo…
How the Ducks are building a new Western power
After patiently developing a collection of impressive young talent, the ingredients are now there to contend.
NHL breakout tiers: From Nazar to Snuggerud to Peterka, players set to level up
From players with new linemates to young stars set to hit superstardom to enticing rookies, watch out for this group.
Why the 2025-26 season is different for 'perfect ambassador for the game' Sidney Crosby
Crosby is still one of the best players in the NHL. But with the Penguins possibly rebuilding, could his future lie somewhere other than Pittsburgh?
Cheat sheet: The names you need to know when you draft your team
The fantasy hockey cheat sheet has everything you need to prepare for the draft on one printable PDF.
Follow live: Three Folk field goals, safety give Jets slim lead in London
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🏈 Reid's 2026 draft QB rankings: Who's No. 1?
Who are the best quarterbacks in the 2026 class? We ranked the top 14 who could get picked -- including a few playing against each other this week.
Lamar ruled out; Ravens to roll with Rush again
The Ravens have ruled quarterback Lamar Jackson out for Sunday's game against the Rams, marking the second straight week he has missed.
Bills' Hamlin, Sanders to IR; Milano out for MNF
The Bills placed S Damar Hamlin and DT T.J. Sanders on injured reserve and ruled LB Matt Milano out for Monday night's matchup against the Falcons, coach Sean McDermott announced Saturday.
QB Sanders to back up Gabriel against Steelers
Shedeur Sanders will be the backup quarterback to starter Dillon Gabriel on Sunday in the Browns' divisional road game against the Steelers, coach Kevin Stefanski announced Friday.
Sources: Chase expected to play in Flacco's debut
All-Pro wideout Ja'Marr Chase is expected to play Sunday at the Green Bay Packers, a source confirmed to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.
Sources eye bevy of NFL trades before deadline
Sources expect more trade activity ahead of this year's NFL trade deadline.
Cardinals QB Murray inactive due to foot injury
Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray will not play Sunday against the Indianapolis Colts because of a foot injury suffered last weekend.
Sanchez booked in jail, says focus on recovery
Former NFL quarterback Mark Sanchez has been booked and released from a jail in Indianapolis, telling a reporter that he was focused on his recovery from stab wounds he suffered in the altercation…
Commanders rule out receivers McLaurin, Brown
Commanders coach Dan Quinn has ruled out wide receivers Terry McLaurin (quad) and Noah Brown (groin/knee) for Monday's game against the Bears, while Deebo Samuel (heel) is uncertain to play.
Don't be surprised if... McMillan finds end zone, Judkins finishes top 3 in rushing
Week 6 storylines include a pair of impressive rookies, and is the Mayfield/Egbuka connection sustainable?
Week 6 inactives: Kyler Murray, Quentin Johnson are Out
Updated inactives and analysis based on the latest reports and official announcements leading up to kickoff.
Move Breece Hall? Quinnen Williams? Could Jets be movers at trade deadline?
After an 0-5 start, New York might be thinking about the future ahead of the Nov. 4 trade deadline.
'Man, he loves football. You can feel it': How Deebo became an instant hit in D.C.
Samuel has made an instant impact in Washington since joining from San Francisco.
Betting Lions-Chiefs: Plenty of points projected, but will that happen?
Lions-Chiefs has the highest points total of the week at ESPN BET, but is it too high? Here are our best bets for the game.
Why the 2025 NFL season has seen a historic number of last-minute drives
The 17 games that featured a go-ahead score in the final minute of regulation are the most through five weeks of a season since the merger.
Predictions, fantasy sleepers, trends for Week 6: Keep an eye on Sam Darnold?
Could Darnold be a fantasy sleeper? Can K.C.'s defense stop Detroit's play-action? Here's last-minute intel.
Our guide to every Week 6 NFL game: Matchup previews, predictions, picks and nuggets
Here's everything you need to know for Week 6 games. Which teams will win, who are the X factors, and which storylines matter most?
The AFC North QB landscape is not what it was to start the season: What's going on?
It's a bizarre time in the division with Aaron Rodgers the only starting QB who began 2025 in that capacity for the same team.
Pain, rehab and unlikely inspiration: Inside Aidan Hutchinson's return to dominance
Hutchinson's long journey back from a broken leg found inspiration from children whom he has inspired, too.
📈 2025-26 win projections for all 30 NBA teams
ESPN NBA analyst Kevin Pelton unveils his annual win projections for all 30 teams. Where does your team land?
Annual NBA survey: OKC repeats, Jokic as MVP
The NBA's annual offseason survey envisions the Thunder repeating as league champions, with Nuggets superstar Nikola Jokic predicted to win his fourth Most Valuable Player honor, according to the poll…
Pacers say McConnell to miss at least a month
Pacers backup point guard T.J. McConnell will miss at least a month due to a hamstring injury he suffered in Indiana's first preseason game, coach Rick Carlisle said Thursday.
Ex-NBA star Pierce arrested on suspicion of DUI
Former NBA player Paul Pierce was arrested on suspicion of DUI on Tuesday night after police said they saw him asleep at the wheel and "noticed signs of alcohol impairment."
In Spurs debut, Harper has alley-oop to Wemby
Spurs rookie Dylan Harper played 18 minutes in his preseason debut, scoring nine points and notching three assists.
Knicks, Raptors agree to voluntarily dismiss lawsuit
The Knicks and Raptors have agreed to voluntarily dismiss a 2023 lawsuit involving the alleged theft of thousands of confidential files, according to a court filing obtained by ESPN.
Luka to do 'whatever it takes' in LeBron's absence
With LeBron James sidelined to begin the season, Luka Doncic said he'll do "whatever it takes" for the Lakers to win, whether that means doing more or less in James' absence.
Cheat sheet: Player rankings, schedule grid, more
Here is all of our key fantasy basketball draft content -- rankings, sleepers, schedule grid and draft tips.
Four ways LeBron James' unprecedented 23rd NBA season could go
Retirement? Re-up with the Lakers? Request a trade? Here are the various pathways for LeBron and the Lakers for the 2025-26 campaign.
Kung Fu, meditation and a 'Dream Shake': Inside Victor Wembanyama's return
A "traumatic experience" with deep vein thrombosis prompted a summer of exploration for the Spurs star.
No gap year here: How the Celtics and Pacers approach a season without their leaders
Despite injuries to Tyrese Haliburton and Jayson Tatum, the Pacers and Celtics are still approaching the 2025-26 season as win now.
The NBA's next Chosen One will be ... tough to predict: Five paths the face of the league could follow
ESPN analyst Zach Kram explores the paths and players who could follow in Curry and James' footsteps.
Updated SP+ rankings for all 136 FBS teams
The latest SP+ rankings, plus strength of schedule and résumé SP+, following this weekend's results.
Best of Week 7: Indiana is a genuine power on the national stage
The Hoosiers seem entirely at home on top of the college football universe.
Of love and linebackers: The challenges of a college football Saturday wedding
When love is in the air at the same time as the aroma of a tailgate barbecue, something has to give.
Projecting the CFP top 12 at midseason: Buckeyes the team to beat
We assess how the committee could stack the top teams in the country after Week 7.
🏈 Northwestern's callback tops Week 7 trolls
Northwestern and Texas were among the programs to offer petty posts after wins in Week 7 of the college football season.
Texas Tech loses QB Morton to right leg injury
Texas Tech quarterback Behren Morton exited the Red Raiders' game against Kansas on Saturday with a right leg injury and has been ruled out for the rest of the game.
Auburn retires Newton's No. 2 jersey at halftime
Auburn formally retired Cam Newton's No. 2 jersey at halftime against No. 10 Georgia, engraving his name and number into Jordan-Hare Stadium amid a light show.
Dampier runs for 3 TDs, Utes race past Sun Devils
Devon Dampier ran for 120 yards and three scores as Utah ran over No. 21 Arizona State 42-10 on Saturday night, a key victory in the Big 12 race for the Utes, who took on a short-handed Sun Devils…
Sark hails UT's 'true character' after downing OU
Arch Manning was 21-of-27 passing for 166 yards, and Texas got a much-needed 23-6 win over sixth-ranked Oklahoma.
Sanders endorses fans rushing field as fine looms
Colorado fans stormed the field after the Buffaloes' victory over No. 22 Iowa State. The act could trigger a $50,000 fine, something coach Deion Sanders was shocked to find out.
Allar injured, out for year as Penn St. skid hits 3
Penn State quarterback Drew Allar, who left the Nittany Lions' stunning 22-21 loss to Northwestern, is out for the season, coach James Franklin said in his postgame media availability, not long after…
'Not just one-hit wonder': Indiana upsets Oregon
Indiana remained undefeated with a 30-20 win over No. 3 Oregon. The win snapped a record streak of losses to AP top-five opponents.
Throwbacks galore: Montana, Penn State top Week 7 college football uniforms
Wisconsin, Penn State and Texas A&M kept things simple with their throwbacks, while Montana went all-in on bright colors and "Otto the slobbering bear."
Why did CFB move its transfer portal? What do coaches think? Is tampering a problem?
The NCAA officially moved its football transfer portal to January, but not without questions. We have answers.
Reid's debut NFL draft QB Hot Board for 2026
Who are the best quarterbacks in class? We ranked the top 14, including some playing each other this week.
How Oregon's Dante Moore, Indiana's Fernando Mendoza became unlikely NFL darlings
An under-the-radar three-star and a seemingly forgotten five-star, Mendoza and Moore are rising up draft boards.
Bichette off Jays' ALCS roster; Woo back for M's
The Blue Jays left shortstop Bo Bichette off their ALCS roster while adding Max Scherzer and Chris Bassitt. Bryan Woo, meanwhile, will return for the Mariners.
Source: Yankees' Bellinger to opt out of contract
The New York Yankees' Cody Bellinger plans to opt out of his contract and become a free agent next month, according to a source.
⚾ What's next for Aaron Judge and the Yankees?
It was another October exit, and the Yankees captain turns 34 in April. Here's what we know -- and don't know -- about next year in the Bronx.
Source: Pujols, Angels discuss managerial opening
Albert Pujols met with Angels general manager Perry Minasian about the team's managerial vacancy but hasn't been offered the job, a source told ESPN.
M's punch ALCS ticket in 15-inning instant classic
In a thriller that lasted nearly five hours, Jorge Polanco's walk-off single in the 15th put the Mariners in the ALCS with a 3-2 Game 5 win over the Tigers.
Tucker on free agency, Cubs return: 'We'll see'
Outfielder Kyle Tucker, who is one of the biggest prizes on the free agent market, isn't sure he'll be back with the Cubs. "If not, it was an honor," he said.
Brewers edge Cubs to make first NLCS since 2018
The Brewers outlasted the Cubs in Game 5 of the NLDS and now will face the Dodgers, a team they went 6-0 against in the regular season, in the NLCS beginning Monday night.
Brewers or Dodgers? Blue Jays or Mariners? How they can reach the Fall Classic
It's Los Angeles-Milwaukee in the NLCS and Seattle-Toronto in the ALCS. Here's how they stack up.
Who is going to the World Series? Expert predictions for ALCS, NLCS
The Dodgers, Brewers, Blue Jays and Mariners remain. Here's who we think will move on -- and how our playoff predictions have fared so far.
Drought-Buster Watch: Which MLB playoff teams could end longest runs without titles?
Some contenders that haven't won it all in decades -- or ever -- have reason to believe this is finally their year.
Takeaways, best moments from Brewers' NLDS Game 5 win over Cubs
With a win against their division rivals, the Brewers move on to a date with the Dodgers in the NLCS.
Offseason questions for eliminated teams: What's next for Cubs after NLDS defeat
Here's how the winter looks in Chicago -- and in the other towns whose teams lost their final postseason game.
Impending free agents, aging stars and an injured ace: How much longer can the Phillies keep contending?
This October brought another early exit for a Philly squad with World Series aspirations. Where does the team go from here?
75 stadiums, 45 states, one vision: Why the Savannah Bananas' next step is their biggest yet
The Savannah Bananas prepare for a new era of bodacious baseball. Check out what "Banana Ball" is doing next.
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