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A wild win for Vegas has the team two wins away from another Stanley Cup.
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The game was absolute chaos, with four straight goals scored by each team before a double OT winner.
🏒 Free agency tiers: The best players available
From All-Stars and award winners down to diamonds in the rough, here's who will be available this summer.
Lightning's Vasilevskiy wins Vezina for 2nd time
The Lightning's Andrei Vasilevskiy has won the Vezina Trophy, the second time he has been named the NHL's top goaltender.
GM: Matthews, amid chatter, committed to Leafs
Maple Leafs general manager John Chayka says he isn't concerned that team captain Auston Matthews is searching for an exit from Toronto.
Knights recover in 2OT, outlast Canes in Game 3
Defenseman Shea Theodore was credited with a goal in double overtime, and the Golden Knights recovered from losing a 4-0 lead to defeat the Carolina Hurricanes 5-4 in Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Final…
McDavid ties Gretzky with 5th Ted Lindsay Award
Connor McDavid of the Oilers has won the Ted Lindsay Award as the NHL's most outstanding player as voted by his peers.
Knights laud 'warrior' McNabb after Game 3 return
Vegas defenseman Brayden McNabb played Game 3 of the Stanley Cup Finals with at least two dozen stitches in his face that forced the Golden Knights veteran to wear a caged helmet for the first time…
Brind'Amour mum on G4 changes, including goalie
Hurricanes coach Rod Brind'Amour said he doesn't "anticipate a lot of changes" to his Game 4 lineup after his team fell behind 2-1 in its Stanley Cup Final series against the Golden Knights.
'A lot of kids flying around here': How the Hurric...
Three Carolina defensemen have recently expanded their families. Here's how the team has helped them juggle the new responsibilities.
Conn Smythe Watch: Who's leading for MVP of the pl...
The final matchup begins Tuesday, with multiple legitimate candidates on the Hurricanes and Golden Knights.
'A quite special, elite player': How Pavel Dorofey...
The 25-year-old entered the Cup finals tied for the goal-scoring lead this postseason.
How John Tortorella turned the Golden Knights back...
Hired with just eight games left in the season, the veteran coach has pressed all the right buttons this postseason.
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We explore the next moves each team should make this summer and forecast expectations for 2026-27.
Larkin, Kyrou... Matthews? Ranking NHL trade candi...
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Eric Karabell offers his thoughts on fantasy football players who could delight or disappoint in 2026.
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Eric Karabell explains what to expect from a Dolphins offense with low expectations.
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The NFL trade deadline isn't until November, but we're making early predictions on 10 players.
Cap casualties to trade fireworks: Inside NFL's hi...
More than 15 coaches, players and execs shed light on the back-to-back trades that happened on a key June day.
Cowboys expect Pickens' presence at June camp
Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer said he expects Pro Bowl wide receiver George Pickens to be at the team's mandatory minicamp that will run June 16-18.
Source: Rams, Garrett agree to reworked deal
The Rams and star defensive end Myles Garrett have agreed to a reworked contract, a source confirmed to ESPN.
Sources: Pack, WR Watson reach $110.5M deal
Wide receiver Christian Watson and the Packers reached agreement Thursday on a four-year, $110.5 million contract extension that includes a $31 million signing bonus, sources told ESPN's Adam…
Broncos LB Cooper accused of domestic violence
Broncos outside linebacker Jonathon Cooper has been arrested on suspicion of criminal mischief with a domestic violence enhancer.
Bucs' Mayfield: Contract talks 'not anywhere close...
Speaking publicly for the first time this offseason, Buccaneers QB Baker Mayfield said that contract extension talks "are not anywhere close to what we were thinking" and that it's "time to get…
Bears edge closer to move to Northwest Indiana
The Bears took a significant step toward leaving Chicago on Friday after the team's board of directors voted Thursday to advance their stadium development plans in nearby Hammond, Indiana.
Ward wants to stay with Browns after Garrett deal
Browns cornerback Denzel Ward says he wants to remain in Cleveland, even after the team traded defensive end Myles Garrett to the Rams.
Sources: QB Brissett to report for Cards minicamp
Cardinals quarterback Jacoby Brissett will report for Arizona's mandatory minicamp this week, sources told ESPN, after holding out for all of the team's offseason program while he awaits a reworked…
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Only Tennessee's Tony Pollard and Baltimore's Derrick Henry have eclipsed 1,000 rushing yards each of the past four seasons.
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As the urgency to win increases, New York hopes its offseason moves will help alleviate growing pressures.
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NFL Nation frames minicamp storylines, including Jalen Hurts, Patrick Mahomes and QBs in Arizona and Minnesota.
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The Bears quarterback said the pose, skyline and overall concept were designed as a tribute to Chicago's most famous athlete.
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NFL rules permit two players to wear duplicate numbers during OTAs and training camp, when rosters consist of 90 players, but that changes come late August.
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100 things to know, including bold predictions, fantasy sleepers and injury buzz.
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ESPN's Football Power Index ratings are live. These simulations of the 2026 season provide playoff chances, potential draft order and our 1-32 team ranking.
Sources: NBA interviews Kawhi in Aspiration case
\Kawhi Leonard and his business adviser have been interviewed by NBA investigators amid the league's inquiry into allegations the Clippers circumvented the salary cap to compensate Leonard, sources…
Stacey King, 3-time champ with Bulls, dies at 59
Stacey King, a three-time NBA champion with the Chicago Bulls who became a fan favorite on their broadcast team after his playing career, has died at 59.
Sources: Nelson promoted to 76ers' No. 2 exec
The 76ers are promoting assistant general manager Jameer Nelson to be team's executive vice president of basketball operations under new president Mike Gansey, making the one-time NBA All-Star the No…
Knicks: Winning bid for celebrity row seats $1M
The New York Knicks announced that the winning bid in an auction for two seats for Game 3 on Monday night, the first NBA Finals game at Madison Square Garden since 1999, was $1 million.
Wemby, Spurs undaunted by 0-2 hole vs. Knicks
Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs are remaining confident in their chances despite a 2-0 deficit in the NBA Finals with Game 3 set for Monday at Madison Square Garden.
📸 Wolves reveal new uniforms, logo and courts
The Timberwolves' new designs are what the team calls a blend of familiar pieces of franchise history.
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As part of enhanced security measures with President Donald Trump attending Game 3 of the NBA Finals between the Knicks and Spurs on Monday night, there will be no watch party outside Madison Square…
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If the day before Madison Square Garden's first NBA Finals game since June 25, 1999, was any indication, Monday's Game 3 between the Spurs and Knicks will be a madhouse. But Knicks players are doing…
Sources: Hawks, Snyder agree to multiyear deal
Atlanta Hawks head coach Quin Snyder has agreed to a multiyear contract extension, sources told ESPN's Shams Charnia.
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Brunson's appeal in New York centers around one fundamental idea: People might appreciate glitz and glamour -- but they respect guts and guile even more.
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What lies ahead for the Thunder, Cavs, Pistons, Lakers, Warriors and every eliminated team?
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After the college withdrawal deadline, a wave of returners reshapes ESPN's latest top 100.
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The Grammy Award-winning artist and her soon-to-be-husband Travis Kelce attended Game 3 of the Eastern Conference finals between the New York Knicks and Cleveland Cavaliers.
Meet the Jackals: The Spurs fan club built for the...
Handpicked by Wemby, the Spurs' 83-member fan club turns Section 114 into a roaring, choreographed spectacle.
The divine (actually!) force behind Wemby and the ...
A group of Catholic sisters have gone viral for their decades-long dedication to their hometown team. If their prayers are answered, the Wemby Era will begin with a Spurs win.
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The Knicks' incredible playoff run continues, as they are up 2-0 on the Spurs and head to New York as big championship favorites.
Ranking Knicks and Spurs players from 1 to 30: Which roster has the most talent?
Two teams, 30 players, one series. We rank every player who could take the court in this year's NBA Finals, starting with each team's MVP.
The Thunder built a contender -- now they must decide what it's worth
With extensions kicking in and a tax bill set to soar, major financial decisions loom for Oklahoma City's budding dynasty.
Sorsby granted injunction, eligible to play in '26...
Texas Tech star quarterback Brendan Sorsby has been granted a temporary injunction against the NCAA and will be eligible to play for the Red Raiders in 2026.
🏈 What to know about recruiting's busiest month
Summer recruiting is already hot. We take a look at the teams that are winning, the recruitments who will be most interesting and more.
N. Dakota gets probation for tampering violations
The NCAA Division I Committee on Infractions has placed North Dakota's football program on probation for one year over tampering violations by an assistant coach.
Saban to Congress: College bill will 'bring order'...
Nick Saban appeared in Congress to support the bipartisan Protect College Sports Act, which aims to "bring order to a system that badly needs fixing" in the NIL and transfer portal era.
Virginia Tech receives historic $75M donation
Virginia Tech has received a historic $75 million donation, with the majority directed toward athletics, the school announced Thursday.
C. Nussmeier, brother of ex-LSU QB, picks Georgia
Four-star quarterback Colton Nussmeier, ESPN's No. 4 pocket passer in the 2027 class, announced his commitment to Georgia on Friday.
NCAA D-I Cabinet tweaks five-year eligibility plan...
The NCAA Division I cabinet put off a vote on the age-based eligibility model it is considering and instead made minor adjustments to the proposal.
Sankey scoffs at notion of SEC-B1G super league
SEC commissioner Greg Sankey called the notion that the conference wants to form a super league with the Big Ten "not consistent with the truth."
Edge rusher Green adds to LSU's haul for 2027
Days after losing a blue-chip defensive end in the 2027 class, LSU coach Lane Kiffin added another Sunday with a pledge from four-star edge rusher K.J. Green, No. 45 in the SC Next 300.
Reports: NCAA rejects TTU's appeal for QB Sorsby
The NCAA has denied Texas Tech's appeal to reinstate quarterback Brendan Sorsby's eligibility, according to multiple reports.
Ranking college football's top 100 newcomers for t...
What new faces and top prospects will impact the 2026 season? We stack the best of the bunch.
2027 recruiting class rankings: Miami surges into ...
These schools are setting the pace as the recruiting race heats up.
Picking college football's top non-QB playmakers in 2026
It won't just be QBs who affect the upcoming season. These players stand to make a big impact.
The Pac-12 is back! Will Boise State rule this lea...
The Pac-12 has a new look with Mountain West heavyweights joining Oregon State and Washington State.
How back is the U? Can Clemson rebound? Previewing...
Repeat run for Miami? Revenge for Duke? Reset for Clemson? Redemption at UNC? Intrigue abounds in the ACC.
What we learned walking the halls at SEC and Big T...
What are the consequences of expanding the playoff? We asked Big Ten and SEC power brokers to weigh in.
Free agent pickups: Still time to count on Los Ang...
The top players you should consider claiming off the fantasy baseball waiver wire this week.
Mason Miller is so good -- even AI can't replicate...
Not even MLB's most advanced technology can replicate the dominant San Diego Padres closer.
Freeland tops charts for Rockies in innings pitche...
Kyle Freeland became the Rockies' all-time leader in innings pitched Sunday against Milwaukee, passing Aaron Cook.
🗣️ CBA talks: Takeaways from owners meetings
Here's the latest on baseball's labor negotiations from MLB HQ in New York.
Tigers' Skubal goes 5 scoreless in 1st rehab start...
Tigers ace Tarik Skubal pitched five scoreless innings in his first minor league rehabilitation appearance since undergoing elbow surgery last month.
Royals SS Witt leaves game with knee soreness
Kansas City shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. left the Royals' game against the Twins on Sunday with what the team described as right knee soreness.
Kepler, still serving PED ban, signs with D-backs
The Diamondbacks on Sunday signed OF Max Kepler, who is still serving an 80-game suspension for testing positive for performance-enhancing drugs.
Cubs' Taillon exits in 2nd with hamstring strain
Cubs starter Jameson Taillon will be placed on the injured list after exiting Sunday's game against the Giants with a left hamstring strain in the top of the second inning.
Chisholm borrows Judge's bat, hits 3-run HR in win...
Jazz Chisholm Jr. found a way to keep Aaron Judge's bat in the Yankees' lineup. After lumbering through the early innings, Chisholm borrowed lumber from the injured captain, with his three-run homer…
O's irked after Clement ruled safe in Jays' win
Ernie Clement swerved to his right and dodged a tag attempt by Baltimore Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson, who threw to first, assuming the baserunner would be called out for leaving the baseline…
'Terrible' Bregman shoulders blame for Cubs' woes
Chicago third baseman Alex Bregman, in the first year of a five-year, $175 million contract, put the blame for his team's offensive woes on himself after going 0-for-5 and making the last out in the…
Passan’s early trade deadline preview for all 30 t...
Jeff Passan identifies the big names who could move -- and the teams that could deal for them.
Nine Tarik Skubal blockbuster proposals that would...
Where should Detroit send the best pitcher on the planet? Here are our best offers for the Tigers ace.
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Every MLB team's odds to win the 2026 World Series, led by the Dodgers. The Brewers are coming on strong.
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From a vaunted Japanese star to a former No. 1 pick, let's examine some of baseball's young players taking time to hit their stride.
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