🤔 Keys to offseason for Penguins and more teams
We explore the next moves each team should make this summer and forecast expectations for 2026-27.
Sorokin, Swayman, Vasilevskiy finalists for Vezina...
Ilya Sorokin, Jeremy Swayman and Andrei Vasilevskiy are the three finalists for the Vezina Trophy awarded to the NHL's top goaltender.
Stars' Benn fined for Game 5 cross-check vs. Wild
Stars captain Jamie Benn was fined Wednesday for cross-checking Wild forward Ryan Hartman after a heated exchange between the players during Game 5 of the first-round playoff series.
Senators' Tkachuk: Trade talk 'getting frustrating...
Senators captain Brady Tkachuk said Wednesday that the constant trade rumors became "a distraction" and that he's "been fully committed to this team."
Howden's short-handed goal in 2OT lifts Vegas
Brett Howden's goal late Wednesday night against the Mammoth put the Golden Knights one victory away from winning the first-round series.
Crosby hopes Penguins 'family' stays together
Sidney Crosby is hoping the end of the Penguins' season Wednesday night wasn't the end of his and Kris Letang's time playing with Evgeni Malkin.
Flyers eliminate Penguins in 6 on York's OT winner...
Cam York scored 17:32 into overtime and chucked his stick into the stands in a wild celebration to send the Flyers into the second round for the first time in six years with a 1-0 Game 6 win over the…
Stanley Cup playoffs daily: Can the Ducks, Wild mo...
Here are previews for Thursday's games, a best bet, recaps from Wednesday and updated stats.
Reid's early NFL mock draft for next year: Which 2...
We're still a full year out, but let's make way-too-early predictions for every first-round pick of the 2027 NFL draft. Will Arch Manning go No. 1? Jeremiah Smith?
Why Cowboys' Jerry Jones isn't afraid to trade wit...
Dallas made yet another draft-day trade with Philly and the hope is that its string of success continues.
'You can't just plug and play any quarterback in there': Why the Rams see Simpson as Stafford's heir apparent
The Rams eyed Simpson early in the process -- and just didn't let on.
Miller: Ranking the 100 best NFL draft picks of 20...
Matt Miller picked out his 100 favorite selections, factoring in value, fit and trades.
What NFL scouts, coaches, execs are saying about a...
One week since the start of the 2026 NFL draft, what are league sources saying about all 32 classes?
Nix had second procedure on ankle, sources say
Bo Nix had a second procedure on his surgically repaired right ankle last week, and his participation in the Broncos' offseason program, which is set to begin Monday, could be limited, sources said.
Source: Jets considering Russell Wilson for QB2
The Jets, exploring the veteran backup quarterbacks available, had Russell Wilson in for a visit late Monday night, a source told ESPN's Rich Cimini.
Sources: Brzezinski seeks full-time Vikes GM job
Vikings interim general manager Rob Brzezinski has expressed interest in the permanent job as the team begins its search process this week, sources told ESPN.
Source: Veteran DT Harris expected to join Giants
The Giants signed veteran defensive tackle Shelby Harris to a one-year contract Thursday, the team announced.
Rooney explains rationale behind Rodgers tender
Art Rooney II remains confident Aaron Rodgers will be the team's QB in 2026, but he told NFL Network the club applied the rarely used UFA tender on him to make sure it would secure a compensatory pick…
Texans, LB Al-Shaair agree to 3-year extension
The Texans and linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair have reached agreement on a three-year, $54 million extension, according to NFL Network.
Sources: NFL assigns ref crews as CBA progresses
The NFL distributed crew assignments to referees this week amid indications of continued progress toward a deal on a new collective bargaining agreement with the NFL Referees Association, sources told…
Simmons retires as Bronco: 'My heart, my home'
Two-time Pro Bowl safety Justin Simmons announced Wednesday that he is retiring from the NFL as a member of the Broncos.
💍 J.J. McCarthy marries his longtime girlfriend
The Minnesota Vikings quarterback proposed to his longtime girlfriend in January 2024.
32 draft-day trades that will always be remembered...
NFL Nation looks back at the draft deals that produced memorable outcomes -- good or bad -- for their teams.
UFL Power Rankings: Calling on a Magic 8-Ball to a...
At the halfway point of the season, defending champ DC is surging, while Birmingham still hasn't found its footing.
Barnwell looks back at 12 quarterback situations v...
Matthew Stafford just won MVP, but the contending Rams still drafted Ty Simpson in Round 1. Is it bad team building, or are there precedents for this working?
Fantasy football rankings for 2026 season
Fantasy football rankings for the upcoming season, for PPR leagues, as well as IDP and dynasty setups.
Fantasy football winners and losers post-NFL draft...
Which players benefited most from the happenings during draft weekend, and which saw their stocks fall the most.
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.
Gobert's redemption, a Cinderella story and the bi...
ESPN's Zach Kram analyzes the most important developments coming out of the postseason's first round.
West playoff takeaways: How Wemby, Spurs rallied f...
Here's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the Western Conference's first round.
Rockets outlast Lakers to push series to Game 6
The Rockets prevailed late against the Lakers on Wednesday after faltering in a similar situation last week, avoiding elimination for the second straight game and trimming L.A.'s lead in the series to…
Cavs let Schroder cook in 4th, regain series contr...
Limited in the first four games, Dennis Schroder broke out in Wednesday's Game 5, scoring 11 of his 19 points in the fourth as the Cavs won 125-120 to take a 3-2 series lead.
Celebrities at the NBA playoffs: Tina Fey, Kylie J...
Celebrities have been out in style courtside at the NBA playoffs.
Karl-Anthony Towns, Jordyn Woods spotted on double...
The couples met up for a double date in New York City after the Knicks' Game 5 win.
Sources: KD out again for Game 6 due to ankle
Kevin Durant will not play in Game 6 against the Lakers because of the ankle injury that has sidelined the Rockets star for most of Houston's first-round playoff series, sources told ESPN.
Wall becomes Howard's prez of basketball ops
Five-time NBA All-Star John Wall has become the president of basketball operations at Howard University, returning to Washington to partner with the top-ranked HBCU in the country, school officials…
Cade's 45 do trick vs. Magic as Pistons stay alive...
Cade Cunningham scored a franchise playoff-record 45 points, including a step-back jumper with 32 seconds left, as the Pistons beat the Magic to stave off elimination.
😈 SGA trolls Brooks: 'Realize who the villain is'...
The Oklahoma City Thunder star edited the Phoenix Suns guard's jersey to troll him after advancing past them in the playoffs.
Sources: No rush as Kerr, Warriors talks continue
Longtime Warriors head coach Steve Kerr met with team owner Joe Lacob and GM Mike Dunleavy on Monday, league sources told ESPN, with plans to reconvene next week over Kerr's future with the team.
LeBron on MJ debate: 'Our games are different'
While there may be no deciding the GOAT debate, LeBron James acknowledges the influence Michael Jordan had on him.
Raps' Ingram exits G5 vs. Cavs with heel injury
Raptors forward Brandon Ingram exited Wednesday night's 125-120 loss in Game 5 against the Cavaliers because of right heel inflammation.
Copy of How a trade 19 years ago is *still* helping the Ok...
Little did anyone know on July 11, 2007, that a minor trade between the Seattle SuperSonics and the Orlando Magic would change NBA history.
Kawhi Leonard trade guide: Four deals that could l...
The Clippers have massive questions coming into the 2026 offseason -- and none bigger than the future of their superstar wing.
New NBA mock draft! Projecting all 60 picks ahead ...
As the 2026 NBA draft lottery approaches -- it's Sunday, May 10, on ABC -- we have an updated mock draft of all 60 picks.
Try out the NBA draft lottery simulator: Which tea...
Our draft lottery simulator allows users to model the 14-team field and play out the lottery.
An eight-city, yearlong conversation with LeBron James
In a series of interviews with ESPN, James discusses the GOAT debate, which of his records he thinks is unbreakable and what he's going to do after basketball.
NBA Futures: Spurs, Celtics both +500 to win champ...
San Antonio and Boston are tied for the second-best odds to win the NBA championship following Tuesday's games.
NBA offseason guides: Draft, free agency, trade ta...
Summer is here for 16 NBA franchises. What lies ahead for the Blazers, Suns, Warriors, Bucks and every eliminated team?
Notre Dame heads into 2026 with a QB it hasn't had...
CJ Carr is forging his own path with the Irish. He could also be the QB to lead them to a title.
Revealing 2026's Prospect X, his unique backstory and dramatic NFL draft journey
This year's diamond in the NFL scouting rough ended up getting drafted. You won't believe his story.
Top 25 portal classes: Re-evaluating Texas Tech af...
These teams nailed their top targets or won a QB battle. Others had to reload at quite a few positions.
25 players you'll find out about this college foot...
Someone from each of the top teams you may not know now, but will by the end of the 2026 season.
Reid's early NFL mock draft for next year: Which 2...
We're still a full year out, but let's make way-too-early predictions for every first-round pick of the 2027 NFL draft. Will Arch Manning go No. 1? Jeremiah Smith?
Replacing the first round of the NFL draft: Who's ...
The teams that lost first-round players will be looking for the next man up.
💰 Wetzel: Brendan Sorsby's gambling scandal
Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby's decision to get treatment for gambling addiction feels like an inevitable result of a sports betting boom. The NCAA has to hope it doesn't get worse.
Copy of Sources: NCAA eyes star QB Sorsby for gambling
Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby is checking into a residential treatment program for a gambling addiction, sources told ESPN.
Haven, No. 1 overall QB in '27, chooses Alabama
Alabama secured the No. 1 overall quarterback in the Class of 2027, gaining a commitment from five-star passer Elijah Haven, a 6-foot-5, 220-pound prospect from Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Texas A&M lands third 2027 five-star in OT Brown
Texas A&M landed its third five-star recruit in the 2027 cycle in offensive tackle Kennedy Brown, No. 5 in the SC Next 300.
Gators get commit from No. 1 center in '27 class
The Florida Gators continued their momentum on the high school recruiting trail with a commitment from Peyton Miller, ESPN's No. 1 center in the Class of 2027.
La. Tech cleared for move to Sun Belt this summer
Conference USA and Louisiana Tech have agreed on a settlement that will allow the Bulldogs to depart the league for the Sun Belt Conference this summer.
Ex-Bama DT pleads guilty after posing as NFLers
Ex-Alabama DT Luther Davis entered guilty pleas in federal court in Atlanta to one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud and one count of aggravated identity theft. Prosecutors say Davis pretended…
Optimistic Baker: New age rules not retroactive
NCAA president Charlie Baker, who is "pretty optimistic" the age-based eligibility proposal will pass, told ESPN that the implementation is not expected to include athletes who graduated or exhausted…
Auburn beats out UM for 4-star RB Johnson-Cook
Auburn secured a commitment from four-star running back recruit Myson Johnson-Cook, beating out Miami.
What to know about Brendan Sorsby's situation and ...
The high-profile transfer's future is up in the air. It leaves Tech with big questions.
How Diego Pavia helped Vanderbilt land the five-star QB who could replace him
Freshman Jared Curtis flipped from Georgia to the Commodores in hopes of continuing the success of the past two seasons.
Cuban Ramírez tested positive for steroids at WBC
Former Chicago White Sox shortstop Alexei Ramírez tested positive for four anabolic steroids at the World Baseball Classic in March where he set a record as its oldest ever player.
Tigers put Mize, Baez on IL day after early exits
The Tigers placed pitcher Casey Mize and infielder Javier Baez on the injured list Wednesday after they went down in a series-opening loss to the Braves on Tuesday.
Yanks' Dominguez hurt; Cole progresses in rehab
Yankees outfielder Jasson Dominguez will have further testing on his left elbow when the team returns to New York after he was hit by a pitch Wednesday.
In email, thankful Cora confident in Sox's future
In an email to the organization Wednesday, a copy of which was obtained by Mass Live, Alex Cora expressed thanks for his time in Boston as both a player and a manager, despite a poor start to the 2026…
Red Sox ace Crochet to IL after rocky start to '26...
The Red Sox placed ace Garrett Crochet on the 15-day IL with inflammation in his pitching shoulder.
Church robs would-be walk-off, saves Cards win
Cardinals rookie Nathan Church made a game-ending, leaping catch at the left-field wall to prevent a walk-off, two-run homer to seal St. Louis' 5-4 win over the Pirates.
CF Robert latest Mets position player to go on IL
The Mets placed center fielder Luis Robert Jr. on the injured list Thursday morning with lumbar spine disc herniation.
🤔 What's next for Phillies after firing Thomson
Philly decided it was time for a change after a 9-19 start. Will the Phils improve under interim manager Don Mattingly?
Orioles place starter Rogers on IL with illness
The Orioles placed Opening Day starter Trevor Rogers on the 15-day injured list as the left-hander deals with an undisclosed illness.
Meet the All-April team -- and the biggest early d...
Who's atop the majors one month into the 2026 season? We identify stars and disappointments at every position.
Is Mike Trout back? Who is the best hitter in base...
What stands out as the calendar turns to May? Let's break down the biggest early trends.
Fantasy baseball news: A rainy Wednesday leads to ...
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.
Trout remains in top-10 form? Stewart wins NL rook...
Eric Karabell looks into the crystal ball to tell fantasy baseball managers what might come to pass in the not-too-distant future.
ESPN's MLB Bat Flip Championship Belt: Does Josh N...
We're going to name a bat flip champion for 2026. Here's who holds the championship belt after the second battle of the season.
MLB Power Rankings: How far have these NL powerhou...
A number of preseason playoff favorites are still struggling, while a couple of unexpected contenders continue their rise up our list.
2026 ace rankings: The best starting pitchers
Who are the top pitchers in college baseball this season? Kiley McDaniel ranks his top 10.
MLB awards: Ohtani and Judge continue to lead MVP odds, Alvarez creeps closer in AL
Here are the current odds for MVP, Cy Young and Rookie of the Year in the AL and NL.
Every team's odds to win the 2026 World Series: Braves and Cubs enter conversation
Every MLB team's odds to win the 2026 World Series, led by the Dodgers with the slumping Mets way down the list.
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