No sleep, no problem: Hurricanes' Walker sees birt...
Sean Walker witnessed the birth of his first child after Game 3 -- and then helped the Hurricanes win Game 4.
Back in net, Wallstedt anchors Wild's Game 3 win
Jesper Wallstedt, back in net as the starter after being benched for Game 2, made 34 saves as the Wild handled the Avalanche 5-1 in Game 3 of the Western Conference semifinals, giving Minnesota its…
🏒 Gavin McKenna's path to expected No. 1 pick
McKenna's story has taken him from Whitehorse, Yukon, to Medicine Hat to Penn State, with the NHL expected to be the next stop. What makes him a special prospect?
New Devils GM Mehta hires Birch as assistant
The New Jersey Devils have hired Braden Birch as an assistant general manager, the first front office addition by Sunny Mehta since taking over as the team's head of hockey operations.
Islanders to donate $150K to honor player's mom
The New York Islanders have pledged $150,000 donation to a child support center in honor of the mother of NHL rookie of the year candidate Matthew Schaefer, 18. Jennifer Schaefer died in Feb. 2024 of…
Avs pull Wedgewood, 'have a decision to make'
Adversity has hit the Avalanche, who suffered their first loss of the postseason and pulled starting goaltender Scott Wedgewood after he allowed a third goal on 12 shots in 24:23 against Minnesota.
NHL announces O'Ree Community Hero finalists
The NHL announced three U.S. and three Canadian finalists for the Willie O'Ree Community Hero Award and opened voting for the winners through May 24. The winners will be revealed in June.
Hurricanes sign F Jankowski to two-year extension
The Hurricanes have signed F Mark Jankowski, 31, to a two-year extension worth an average of $1.85 million per year.
Hurricanes sweep Flyers, move to 8-0 in playoffs
Jackson Blake scored 5:28 into overtime, his second goal of the game, and the Hurricanes completed a four-game sweep of the Flyers with a 3-2 victory that gave coach Rod Brind'Amour's team an 8-0…
Thompson: Emotions got best of Sabres in loss
Sabres star Tage Thompson said his team was "too emotional" in its 6-2 loss to the Canadiens in Game 3 on Sunday night, and Montreal's raucous home crowd at Bell Centre played a big role in that.
Stanley Cup odds: Montreal moves to +950 after Gam...
The Montreal Canadiens' Stanley Cup odds have shortened after a Game 3 win over the Buffalo Sabres.
Where the Wild things are ... and stay: Why player...
While some teams see veterans come and go, Minnesota has become a place players don't want to leave.
Copy of Stanley Cup playoffs daily: Can the Wild even up t...
It's a crucial Game 4 for Colorado and Minnesota. Plus, highlights from Sunday and updated stat leaders.
Post-lottery NHL mock draft: Who goes after Gavin ...
With the top 16 picks set, here's our projection of who will be headed to each team.
Keys to the offseason: Free agency plans for Flyer...
We explore the next moves each team should make this summer and forecast expectations for 2026-27.
Meet Zach Benson, the NHL's next great Stanley Cup...
Benson is the player you love to hate -- or hate to love -- depending where you're lined up.
The biggest remaining roster hole for every NFL te...
Even after free agency, trades and the draft, NFL teams still have at least one position that needs a boost. Here's one for every roster.
Who is on the hot seat after the NFL draft? 14 vet...
Will Carrington Valentine get jumped by Brandon Cisse on the Green Bay depth chart?
Early NFL awards favorites, long shots: Which rook...
There's still a long way to go until the 2026 season kicks off, but it's never too early to see who's a front-runner.
The non-Round 1 impact rookies: Yates lists 20 sle...
We picked out Day 2 and Day 3 NFL draft picks who could contribute right away, including R Mason Thomas and Antonio Williams.
Can KC Concepcion be the Browns' version of Zay Fl...
Cleveland coach Todd Monken draws positive comparisons between his first-round pick and the Ravens WR.
Vikes surprise Peterson with Ring of Honor news
Adrian Peterson will enter the Minnesota Vikings' ring of honor this fall, the team announced Monday.
Harbaugh: Decision on OBJ could wait until camp
Giants coach John Harbaugh said he spoke to Odell Beckham Jr. three to four times in the past week as they remain in touch about reuniting. But they will "play it out over the next month and into…
Steelers reward Boswell with 4-year, $28M deal
The Steelers have agreed to terms with kicker Chris Boswell on a four-year, $28 million extension, his agency, CAA Football, told ESPN's Adam Schefter.
Harbaugh-led Giants to host Cowboys in Week 1
The Giants will host the Cowboys on Sept. 13 in the first "Sunday Night Football" game of the 2026 season.
Sources: Chargers, TE Njoku agree to 1-yr. deal
After nine years with the Browns, David Njoku has agreed to terms with the Chargers on a one-year deal worth up to $8 million, sources told NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.
💍 Michael Penix Jr. marries fiancée Olivia Carter...
The Atlanta Falcons quarterback seemed to be recovering well from his ACL surgery, showing off his moves on the dance floor.
Payton: Nix 'doing good,' on course for minicamp
Broncos coach Sean Payton said Saturday that quarterback Bo Nix is on track to participate on a limited basis in the team's minicamp next month and will be "full speed'' by the time the team's…
Klubnik unshaken by fall in draft: 'I'm a winner'
Jets rookie QB Cade Klubnik said he's still "a winner" despite a difficult final season at Clemson that saw his draft stock fall.
Bills boost pass-rush depth with ex-Chief Danna
The Bills added a familiar former opponent to the roster, signing outside linebacker Mike Danna to a one-year deal Monday.
Field Yates' rankings: PPR top 160
Field provides his latest rankings for the upcoming season, which will be updated throughout the offseason.
Fantasy buzz: Which players benefit most from Njok...
Discussing the impact on Oronde Gadsden, Kyler Murray, Justin Jefferson, Jordan Addison and others this season.
Justin Herbert stars in girlfriend Madison Beer's ...
The Grammy-nominated artist and the Chargers quarterback share the screen together in the video.
Baby No. 2 on the way for Christian McCaffrey, Oli...
The San Francisco 49ers star and former Miss Universe announced that they are expecting their second child.
Breece Hall gets paid: What it means for Jets, fan...
How does this Breece Hall deal impact the Jets' future? What are the fantasy ramifications? Here is the intel.
Copy of 'Maybe I'm a little backwards': Why Frank Reich re...
The former NFL coach was attracted at age 64 because he knew it wouldn't be easy getting New York back on track.
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.
The uncomfortable lesson for the Lakers down 3-0 t...
The Lakers want to get and keep stars. OKC's dominance is showing how antiquated that strategy truly is.
Everybody wants to complain about the Thunder: 'I ...
The Lakers are the latest team to cry foul over the way Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Thunder are officiated.
The Wizards have the No. 1 pick! Updated mock draf...
The Wizards, Jazz and Grizzlies have the top picks in the 2026 NBA draft. Here's Jeremy Woo's updated mock.
Windhorst: Everything I saw inside the NBA's myste...
Before one of the most anticipated drafts in recent memory, here's everything that transpired as the ping-pong balls were selected.
Latest NBA buzz: Everything we're hearing ahead of...
Here's the latest news and reactions from our insiders, including Giannis' status with the Bucks.
No discipline for Wemby elbow; he'll play Game 5
Spurs star Victor Wembanyama will not face any further discipline for elbowing Minnesota's Naz Reid and will play in Game 5 against the Timberwolves in San Antonio, sources told ESPN.
Kerr agrees to 2-year deal to stay with Warriors
Steve Kerr agreed to a two-year contract to return as Warriors coach, Dan Eveloff and Rick Smith of Priority Sports told ESPN.
Pritchard on Pacers losing pick: 'Sorry to our fan...
Pacers president Kevin Pritchard apologized to fans and said he owns losing this year's No. 5 pick after trading it with protections to the Clippers for Ivica Zubac.
Wiz win draft lottery; Clippers get Pacers pick
The Washington Wizards have won the 2026 NBA draft lottery and will have the No. 1 pick in next month's draft.
Embiid feels 'confident' about knee going forward
Joel Embiid, who was limited to just 38 games this season, said he is as "confident as I've ever been" with his health and isn't thinking about his injured knee anymore.
Knicks take care of business, then jab 76ers fans
Droves of Knicks fans took over Xfinity Mobile Arena yet again Sunday, watching their team sweep its way into the NBA's final four with a resounding, record-setting 144-114 win over the 76ers on…
Edwards rallies Wolves to even series with Spurs
Anthony Edwards rallied the Timberwolves with 16 of his 36 points in the fourth quarter to help even the series with a Spurs team missing Victor Wembanyama.
Sources: Bucks seeking trade offers for Giannis
The Bucks are open for business on trade calls and offers for Giannis Antetokounmpo, sources told ESPN.
🍼 LaOne: LaMelo, partner welcome first child
The couple also revealed they will be launching I Am Fertility, a nonprofit "dedicated to supporting women navigating fertility and IVF journeys."
Why a familiar summer awaits Joel Embiid and the 7...
After a historic comeback gave way to a second-round sweep, the 76ers face another offseason of health and roster questions.
Offseason guides: Draft, free agency, trade target...
What lies ahead for the Magic, Celtics, Nuggets, Warriors and every eliminated team?
NBA combine primer: What to watch for and who coul...
The NBA draft combine begins Monday, with dozens of prospects competing to raise their stock. Here's everything you need to know.
As it happened: Washington wins the No. 1 pick in the NBA 2026 draft lottery
Here is how the NBA 2026 draft lottery unfolded from Chicago on Sunday as the Wizards won the No. 1 pick.
Steve Kerr is back: Why he signed a new deal, and ...
Why did Kerr decide to return? How will this impact the Warriors' offseason? Here's everything you need to know about Kerr's new deal with Golden State.
Mizzou's Hardy shot at concert, in stable conditio...
Missouri running back Ahmad Hardy, a first-team All-SEC selection last season, was shot at a concert in Mississippi early Sunday and is in stable condition following surgery.
🏈 The top newcomer for every Power 4 team
Between high-level recruits or transfer portal additions, these players will factor into the 2026 season.
Miami murder retrial delayed amid allegations
A judge on Thursday delayed the retrial of former Hurricanes football player Rashaun Jones, who is accused of killing teammate Bryan Pata in 2006.
Ex-Ohio coach Smith sues school after Dec. firing
Former Ohio University coach Brian Smith is suing the school for breach of contract and wrongful termination after he was fired in December for "serious professional misconduct."
Proposal seeks flexibility for 5-7 teams to fill b...
The NCAA's football oversight committee voted Thursday to adopt a proposal that allows conferences the flexibility to choose a 5-7 team that has met certain academic standards to fill bowl game…
Pa. AG investigating '24 death of Bucknell player
The Pennsylvania attorney general's office is investigating the 2024 death of a Bucknell freshman football player who collapsed during his first workout with the team.
TTU lands local WR Caldwell, No. 59 in '27 class
Texas Tech continued its run of success with in-state recruits after landing a commitment from four-star WR Julian Caldwell, No. 59 in the SC Next 300.
Four-star CB Wright flips to Miami from Georgia
Four-star cornerback Donte Wright, No. 30 in the SC Next 300, flipped his commitment to Miami from Georgia on Saturday.
QB Day, son of Ohio State HC, picks Northwestern
Class of 2027 quarterback R.J. Day, the son of Ohio State coach Ryan Day, announced his commitment to Northwestern.
CFB buzz: Army-Navy's future, last JMU Hoosier, la...
What we heard around college football after the completion of spring practice.
Four months in, how Matt Campbell is already resha...
Changes are already evident on the second floor of Penn State's football building, but will it translate into top-10 wins?
Kennesaw State was a surprise Conference USA winne...
The Owls moved to the FBS and won the league. Will the 2026 season see another new team take the top spot?
Top 25: Award candidates for every team
Which players are most likely to take home hardware from the nation's best teams?
Who won college football's offseason? We stack all 68 Power 4 teams
Nail the transfer portal? Miss a big recruit? Find a top coordinator? All are part of our offseason evaluations.
MLB awards: Ohtani, Judge continue to lead MVP odd...
Here are the 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: Do...
Every MLB team's odds to win the 2026 World Series, led by the Dodgers with the slumping Mets way down the list.
⚾ A May trade!? Grading Guardians-Giants deal
Cleveland acquired an elite defensive catcher from San Francisco. Which side fared best in the surprising swap?
Rodón on debut: 'Velo's great,' but not control
Carlos Rodón's seven-month recovery from elbow surgery apparently didn't do anything to hinder the Yankees left-hander's velocity. His ability to throw strikes remains a work in progress.
Red Sox 1B Contreras HBP on hand, leaves game
The Red Sox said initial tests on Willson Contreras came back negative after he left Sunday's game against the Rays with a bruised right hand suffered when he was hit by a fastball from Tampa Bay's…
Rangers' deGrom second fastest to 1,900 K's
Rangers right-hander Jacob deGrom earned his 1,900th career strikeout in the first inning against the Cubs, becoming the second-fastest pitcher to that milestone by games and innings.
Tolle honors late mom with gameday attire, song
Pitching two years and a day after his mother, Jina, died following a nearly eight-year battle with colon cancer, Payton Tolle honored her by wearing his pant legs near his knees showing his pink…
Perkins keys win on 1st Mother's Day without mom
Milwaukee Brewers outfielder Blake Perkins said he felt "joy" playing for his mom on his first Mother's Day since her death.
Cárdenas, MLB Spanish broadcast pioneer, dies
René Cárdenas, the first Spanish-language broadcaster for the Dodgers, Astros and Rangers during a 60-year career, has died. He was 96.
Dodgers get boost with Betts' return set for Mon.
Mookie Betts is set to return after missing more than a month because of a right oblique strain when the Dodgers open a four-game series vs. the Giants on Monday.
Boras: Tigers ace Skubal could have short rehab
Tigers ace Skubal could return sooner than the typical multimonth timeline typical of pitchers who undergo his procedure, according to agent Scott Boras.
Betts back for Dodgers and other Monday news to kn...
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.
Free agent pickups: Waldschmidt and Snelling get t...
The top players you should consider claiming off the fantasy baseball waiver wire this week.
Skubal's injury impact, lockout effects and more: ...
We polled those around the industry about the most intriguing topics surrounding this upcoming offseason.
The American League standings are ... weird. Here'...
We break down the wild state of the Junior Circuit.
Who can keep the Dodgers from three-peating? We id...
We make the case for the biggest threats to L.A.'s three-peat hopes.
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