Ex-NHL great Jagr, 53, starts 38th pro season
At age 53, Jaromir Jagr began his 38th professional season by playing on the fourth line for his hometown Kladno Knights in a 3-1 victory over Vitkovice in the Czech league.
Knights' Stone leaves with apparent wrist injury
- Golden Knights captain Mark Stone suffered an apparent wrist injury in the third period of Vegas' 6-1...
Sharks apologize for fan's message on video board
The Sharks issued an apology for a message displayed on the video board that appeared to praise Immigration and Customs Enforcement on a night the team celebrated Hispanic heritage.
🏒 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.
Utah's Schmaltz busts out of slump with hat trick
Nick Schmaltz came into the night scoreless over the Mammoth's first four games this season. He broke through in a big way against the Sharks.
Ovechkin gets 898th goal; Caps win 4th straight
Alex Ovechkin scored for the first time this season, notching his 898th career goal in Washington's 5-1 win over Minnesota.
Mikkola exits with injury as Panthers' skid hits 4
Panthers defenseman Niko Mikkola suffered an upper-body injury and left the game vs. Buffalo as Florida's losing streak reached four.
Small-sample shock teams: Who has under- and overperformed?
We explore what has happened (good or bad) for seven particular teams -- and predict whether it'll continue.
NHL Power Rankings: Canes on top, one futures bet for each team
After the first 10 days of the season, how do the teams stack up behind Carolina?
Players to trade for or trade away
What to make of the hot and cold starts around the NHL?
NHL Rank: From 1 to 100, who will be the best players in 2025-26?
Connor McDavid remains No. 1, but who lands after? Here's who the ESPN panel believes is best for this season.
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?
🏈 Reid's Round 1 midseason mock draft
How many QBs could go in Round 1? How high might Rueben Bain Jr. go? Will the Buckeyes run Day 1? Let's project the first 32 picks for April.
Colts lose concussed Ward for at least 4 games
The Colts have placed their top cornerback Charvarius Ward on injured reserve, sidelining him for Sunday's game against the Chargers and at least the next three contests.
Bowlens excluded from Broncos' gala, family says
Members of former Denver Broncos owner Pat Bowlen's family say they were excluded from this weekend's celebrations to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the Super Bowl 50 winners.
Down time: Plane issue delays Packers for 5 hours
The plane carrying the Packers' players and coaches was delayed by more than five hours before leaving for Phoenix in advance of Sunday's game vs. the Cardinals.
Commanders down top 3 WRs with Deebo out
Commanders receiver Deebo Samuel was ruled out of Sunday's game at Dallas as he continues to deal with a bruised heel that has plagued him the past two games.
Source: Evans likely to play; optimism on Egbuka
Buccaneers wide receiver Mike Evans is likely to play while Emeka Egbuka "has a real chance" to be on the field for Monday night's game at the Detroit Lions, a source told ESPN.
Sources: Panthers eye other teams' 2-RB attack
The Panthers, who now feature both Chuba Hubbard and Rico Dowdle, have studied and inquired how other teams with productive running back tandems have juggled the workload between two backs, sources…
Titans to simplify offense for Ward, sources say
The Titans are expected to simplify their offense for No. 1 overall pick Cam Ward, league sources told ESPN.
Sources: Graham mulls unretiring to rejoin Philly
Former Eagles defensive end Brandon Graham is strongly considering coming out of retirement to sign with Philadelphia, sources told ESPN.
Follow live: Stafford tosses third TD pass as Rams are rolling in London
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Guide to every Week 7 game: Matchup previews, predictions, picks and nuggets
Offense showdown in Bucs-Lions? Who wins Jayden Daniels vs. Dak Prescott?
Our last-minute catch-up on NFL Week 7: Big predictions, stat trends, fantasy sleepers
Should we expect a big day for the Bucs' receiving core? Can Quinshon Judkins go over 100 yards? And which AFC game could be low-scoring?
Why having the No. 1 pick could be troubling trend for Jets' Aaron Glenn
Of the eight quarterbacks taken first in the draft in the past 10 years, six coaches have been fired during their rookie years.
Week 7 inactives: Who's in and who's out?
Updated inactives and analysis based on the latest reports and official announcements leading up to kickoff.
Last-minute pickups: Shepard, Boutte, Panthers' defense among top options
If bye weeks or injuries have you seeking lineup help, we have available options for you to consider.
How the Broncos quickly overcame the Russell Wilson disaster to become a contender
Denver quickly built back up, returned to the playoffs and now have Super Bowl hopes.
The vibes are unusually high for the Giants: 'When you have that kind of spark ... it raises everyone's level'
The smiles inside the Giants' locker room seem to be a little bit wider this week.
NFL Week 7's fashionable arrivals, featuring Jalen Ramsey's Louis Vuitton look
The stars strutted in their arrivals to the pregame tunnels in looks that match their personal style.
'We got him': Justin Jefferson acts as photographer, pranks Vikings GM Kwesi Adofo-Mensah
The Minnesota Vikings star wide receiver was disguised as a veteran photographer pranking Vikings general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah.
'Still got a lot of football to play': At 3-3, Commanders entering tricky stretch
Washington's trip to Dallas starts a difficult slate that includes the Chiefs, Seahawks and Lions.
'A dear, dear friend': The Schottenheimer-Quinn bond runs deeper than being coaching peers
The Cowboys and Commanders coaches built a tight connection when they worked side by side in Dallas.
Vrabel returns to Tennessee: Why Patriots and Titans are on two different paths
Nearly two years after being fired, Vrabel's new team is trending up while his old one is restarting... again.
The NFL trade deadline dream scenario: Barnwell proposes 13 trades that need to happen
Jakobi Meyers to the NFC East? Trey Hendrickson and Jaelan Phillips to the same team? Russell Wilson to a contender? Let's build 13 win-win trades.
Betting guide: Saquon comes to life, Josh Jacobs keeps rolling
Our experts dive into the lines and player props that offer value for Week 7 and share their tips and bets.
Kiper's debut 2026 Big Board: Ranking the top 25 NFL draft prospects
Including four quarterbacks and one really good running back. See who makes the list.
What we learned about 14 NBA contenders this preseason
The NBA preseason wraps up Friday. Here are the most noteworthy storylines from 14 of the league's most intriguing teams.
Warriors in the Finals? Lakers under .500?! We simulated the entire 2025-26 NBA season
Kevin Pelton used simulation No. 620 to run through the NBA season from Opening Night to the Finals.
'There's no Steph without Steve': Steph Curry and Steve Kerr reflect on 11 seasons together
As Curry and Kerr enter their 12th season together, they reflect on what forged their bond and what comes next.
Grading 50-plus NBA deals, including Murray, Westbrook deals with Kings
Kevin Pelton breaks down the most impactful signings, including Keegan Murray reaching a extension with the Kings.
2025 NBA Cup: Schedule, groups and more
The 2025 NBA Cup tips off on Oct. 31. Here's everything you need to know about the in-season tournament.
👀 Takeaways from Season 2 of 'Starting 5'
Season 2 of Netflix's "Starting 5" followed Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Tyrese Haliburton, Kevin Durant, James Harden and Jaylen Brown.
Lakers start Vincent for LeBron in opener preview
Using Friday's preseason finale as a "dress rehearsal" for next week's regular-season opener, Lakers coach JJ Redick put Gabe Vincent in the starting lineup to fill in for the injured LeBron James.
76ers' Embiid, out nearly 8 months, sees action
Joel Embiid started for the 76ers in their preseason finale, his first game action in nearly eight months.
Warriors waive Seth Curry but expect his return
The Warriors have waived guard Seth Curry with the expectation that he will return to the team at some point early in the regular season.
Sources: Grizzlies' Pippen Jr. out at least 12 weeks
Grizzlies guard Scotty Pippen Jr. will undergo a procedure for a left big toe injury, the team announced, and he will be reevaluated in 12 weeks, sources told ESPN.
Kings C Sabonis (hamstring) out at least a week
Sacramento Kings All-Star center Domantas Sabonis is expected to miss the first two games of the regular season after being ruled out for a week with a Grade 1 hamstring strain.
Durant, Rockets agree to 2-year, $90M extension
Rockets star Kevin Durant has agreed to a two-year, $90 million contract extension, taking about $30 million less than a potential maximum deal.
The latest intel on the Lakers, Knicks, Rockets, Bulls, Heat and Hawks
With the extension deadline looming, here are seven teams NBA insiders are talking about.
Introducing ESPN's Basketball Power Index for 2025-2026: Predictions for 23 NBA teams
The code is written. The simulations run. Here's who BPI projects to be in the top six in each conference, those fighting for play-in spots and three teams with high-variance young prospects.
Fewest wins, NBA champs and everything in between: One bet to make on every team
Looking to place some NBA bets? Here are our best bets to make on every team before the season starts.
'They are dream investors': Inside the billion-dollar Middle East race to control the future of basketball
The NBA and global basketball are on the cusp of a new, richer, expansive era. And, despite the scrutiny it might create, that means deepening relations with Abu Dhabi and its wealthy neighbors.
LaMelo playing 70+ games and other bold predictions for 2025-26
Our experts go out on a limb and make bold fantasy predictions for the upcoming NBA season.
Cooper Flagg put the league on notice before he ever played an NBA game
Flagg's NBA coming out party was last summer as he nearly upset Team USA ahead of the Paris Olympics.
Best of Week 8: The SEC runs through Alabama, Georgia and ... Vanderbilt?!
For so long, there was an obvious hierarchy in the SEC, but Week 8 showed something new.
Projecting the CFP top 12 after Week 8: Big move for Bama
We assess how the committee could stack the top teams in the country after Week 8.
📋 Coaching carousel: Tracking all of the firings
With the carousel already in motion, here's a recap of every FBS vacancy.
UAB, interim Mortensen shock No. 22 Memphis
UAB, with new interim coach Alex Mortensen and new starting QB Ryder Burton in charge, stunned No. 22 Memphis 31-24, clinching the win with a goal-line stand.
Texas survives UK on Shipley's 45-yard FG in OT
Mason Shipley kicked a 45-yard field goal in overtime and No. 21 Texas beat Kentucky 16-13.
Penn State loses interim's debut, 0-4 in Big Ten
Penn State fell to 3-4 -- and 0-4 in the Big Ten -- after blowing a late lead against Iowa in interim coach Terry Smith's first game since replacing James Franklin.
ND's Freeman hails Love-Price duo: 'So talented'
Coach Marcus Freeman raved about Notre Dame's running back tandem of Jeremiyah Love and Jadarian Price as "not very common in college" after a 34-24 win over USC on Saturday.
D-III RB romps to NCAA record with 522 yards
Curry College running back Montie Quinn took down the NCAA record for all divisions by rushing for 522 yards on 20 carries while tacking on seven touchdowns in a 71-27 win over Nichols.
Driven since Week 1 loss, red-hot Tide rout Vols
Playing with an "edge" since a Week 1 loss to Florida State, Alabama won its fourth straight game over a ranked team with a 37-20 victory over Tennessee.
Miami, CFP mulling plans for Hard Rock conflict
The University of Miami and the College Football Playoff are working on a contingency plan to account for a possible Hard Rock Stadium scheduling conflict if the Hurricanes make the playoff and earn a…
Dabo touts 'credibility' after Clemson's latest loss
Clemson coach Dabo Swinney said there is "no quit" in his team and touted his "credibility" after 18 years at the school as the Tigers fell to 3-4.
'It all turned so bad so fast': Inside James Franklin's Penn State departure
Penn State entered the season with national title aspirations. Six games in, the school fired its coach.
Pavia's pose, Brohm's big win: Week 8's college football superlatives
We awarded nontraditional superlatives to programs, players and performances from across Week 8.
Vanderbilt poking fun at LSU headlines Week 8 college football trolls
Vanderbilt and Cal were among the programs to offer petty posts after wins in Week 8 of the college football season.
2026 recruiting class rankings: Missouri makes move with fall signings
As more of the best recruits commit, we expand our list to the top 55 classes.
Fernando Mendoza at No. 1 ... to the Jets? Reid predicts Round 1 in his midseason NFL mock draft
How many QBs could go in Round 1? How high might Rueben Bain Jr. go? Will the Buckeyes run Day 1? Let's project the first 32 picks for April.
Keys to ALCS Game 6 (and maybe 7): Superstar dilemmas, secret heroes and numbers to watch
The series shifts to Toronto with Seattle a win from the World Series. Here's what the Blue Jays and Mariners must do from here.
Ohtani's Game 4 reminds us of the improbability of his greatness
A 469-foot blast, a series-clinching gem on the same night? We got the full Ohtani October experience.
Who is this year's Mr. October? Tracking the playoff leaders (post-NLCS edition)
Which players are doing the best job at helping their teams win? We go inside the numbers.
➡️ 2025 NLCS could decide if there's a '27 season
The big-money Dodgers and small-market Brewers exemplify two sides of the MLB payroll divide -- a fact no one will forget next spring.
Source: Astros sign RHP Pearson to 1-year deal
Right-hander Nate Pearson, who spent most of last season in the Cubs organization, is signing a one-year deal with the Astros, a source confirmed to ESPN.
Judge avoids surgery; Rodón expected to miss time
Yankees star Aaron Judge won't need surgery on his elbow, but left-hander Carlos Rodon underwent an operation this week and could miss Opening Day.
Ohtani's 2-way show for the ages sends L.A. to WS
Shohei Ohtani pitched six scoreless innings, struck out 10 batters and clobbered three home runs in a performance many of his Dodgers teammates described as the greatest in baseball history.
M's Gilbert gets nod for potential Game 6 clincher
Mariners pitcher Logan Gilbert, who played a key role in the playoffs, is set to start the AL Championship Series Game 6. on Sunday.
Jays optimistic Springer to be available for Game 6
Blue Jays manager John Schneider says he's optimistic George Springer will be available against the Seattle Mariners in Game 6 of the AL Championship Series in Toronto on Sunday night.
Sources: Vols' Vitello favorite to land Giants job
The Giants have zeroed in on University of Tennessee baseball coach Tony Vitello for their managerial opening, sources confirmed to ESPN.
Tracking MLB offseason manager changes: Mike Shildt retires as Padres manager
The offseason carousel has started. Here's who is in, who's out -- and who could be in line to replace them.
Offseason questions for eliminated teams: What's next for Brewers after NLCS defeat
Here's how the winter looks in Milwaukee -- and in the other towns whose teams lost their final postseason game.
Championship Series Odds: Ohtani sends Dodgers to World Series; Mariners a win away
Schedule and odds for the ALCS as the Mariners and Blue Jays try to advance to face the Dodgers in the World Series.
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