Injury watch: Returns, replacements and moves to make
Here are the fantasy hockey lineup moves to make for injury replacements, expected returns, and roster strategy.
🏆 Awards Watch: Avs' MacKinnon leads MVP race
We polled PHWA voters to find out who's ahead in the major races -- and some clear favorites have emerged.
Sources: NHL eyeing too-short ice for Olympics
While the NHL is concerned about the status of the ice hockey arena for the Olympics, sources said there are no indications the league would pull out of the event - despite reports that the ice arena…
Back in NHL, Hart debuts for Vegas after acquittal
Goalie Carter Hart, one of five 2018 Canada world junior hockey players acquitted of sexual assault in July, made his first NHL appearance in nearly two years Tuesday night, debuting for the Golden…
Stars' Seguin likely out for season with torn ACL
Stars forward Tyler Seguin is expected to miss the rest of the NHL season with a torn ACL in his right knee after getting tangled up with the Rangers' Vladislav Gavrikov.
Lightning sign McDonagh to 3-year, $12.3M deal
The Lightning have signed veteran defenseman Ryan McDonagh to a three-year extension worth $12.3 million.
McDavid's hat trick ties Messier; Oilers rout Kraken
Connor McDavid had his 13th career hat trick to tie Mark Messier for fourth in Oilers history in Edmonton's 9-4 romp over the Seattle Kraken on Thursday night.
Isles top juggernaut Avalanche with 'surprise' win
Islanders coach Patrick Roy's team defeated the mighty Avalanche 6-3 to snap Colorado's 17-game point streak in a statement win for the Islanders.
Why are so many NHL games going to overtime? Five theories from players, coaches, execs
Through 425 games, 27.3% have gone past regulation. If that holds, it would be the highest rate since 2005-06.
NHL Power Rankings: New 1-32 poll, each team's most intriguing December game
The Capitals, Penguins and Flyers are the big risers this week, with the Ducks, Devils and Mammoth sliding.
Big day for Detroit offense powers Lions over Cowboys
The Lions improved their playoff chances and the Cowboys' postseason hopes took a big hit.
St. Brown toughs out injury, fuels Lions in key win
Lions wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown, playing through an ankle injury, said he was willing to do "whatever it takes" to be on the field and came up big in a 44-30 win over the Cowboys.
Coach: 'Unfortunate' CB Slay not joining Bills
Veteran cornerback Darius Slay has yet to report to Buffalo as the Bills navigate roster fallout after the waiver mix-up.
Bengals WR Higgins set to return against Bills
Bengals receiver Tee Higgins has cleared concussion protocol and will be available for Cincinnati's road game against the Buffalo Bills, he said Friday.
🏈 2026 draft rankings: Miller's top 50 prospects
Matt Miller unveils his initial prospect rankings for the 2026 NFL draft, stacking his top 50 players and breaking down their best traits.
Cowboys WR Lamb suffers concussion, ruled out
Dallas Cowboys wide receiver CeeDee Lamb was ruled out of Thursday's game against the Detroit Lions because of a concussion suffered in the third quarter.
Cowboys not 'deflated' by harder path to playoffs
Dak Prescott said the Cowboys would use their loss to the Lions, and the tougher odds to make the postseason, as "fuel" with four games to go.
Cardinals QB Murray will not return this season
Arizona Cardinals quarterback Kyler Murray is being shut down for the season due to his foot injury.
Source: Lions DB Branch suffered torn Achilles
Lions star defensive back Brian Branch tore his Achilles during the team's Thursday night game versus the Cowboys, a source told ESPN.
QB Daniels to rejoin Commanders against Vikings
Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels will return from a dislocated elbow against the Vikings.
Will the Bears back up Ben Johnson's shot at Packers coach Matt LaFleur?
Johnson said he likes to beat LaFleur twice a year, and his first chance at it is Sunday at Lambeau Field.
Our guide to every Week 14 NFL game: Matchup previews, predictions, picks and nuggets
Shedeur Sanders vs. Cam Ward. Joe Burrow vs. Josh Allen. We have picks and stats for every game.
Week 14 betting guide: Four underdogs to play ATS, plus our favorite prop bets
Our analysts back several underdogs ATS in Week 14, including the Texans and Bears, and offer their top bets and prop plays.
Week 14 buzz: Bryce Young, Shedeur Sanders, tight division races
Will the Panthers extend Young? Could the Browns stick with Sanders in 2026? Here's the latest intel.
Myles Garrett's journey to the NFL sack record: 'It is written'
Four sacks shy of making NFL history, the Cleveland Browns veteran is among the all-time great pass rushers.
NFL Week 14's fashionable arrivals, featuring Cowboys WR CeeDee Lamb
Players around the league made sure to show out with fashionable arrivals in Week 14.
My Cause, My Cleats: Players step out in support of the V Foundation and other causes
NFL players use custom cleats to spotlight cancer research and other causes close to their hearts.
Last-minute pickups for Week 14: Trevor Lawrence and other QB replacements
If bye weeks or injuries have you seeking lineup help, consider the Jaguars' passing game and Titans defense.
Don't be surprised if ... Jacoby Brissett, Davante Adams continue to produce big fantasy numbers
The Cardinals QB has been one of the pleasant surprises, while the Rams' wideout has been on quite the TD tear.
Colts teammates praise Daniel Jones for playing through pain
Jones has soldiered on despite a left fibula stress fracture, and the Colts love him for it.
10 NFL veterans who could unexpectedly be on the move this offseason: Surprise cut, trade candidates
Would the Eagles trade A.J. Brown in the offseason? Could the Ravens face salary cap decisions on two stars? Is Kyler Murray's time in Arizona running out?
Barnwell's prove-it list: Coaches, players with something at stake
Kenneth Walker III and Shedeur Sanders are among those with a lot on the line in the season's final weeks.
Will your team make the playoffs? Simulate the rest of the regular season
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🏀 Last time LeBron James scored fewer than 10
Not many can recall the last time LeBron James scored fewer than 10 points in a regular-season game. Why? Because it was exactly 18 years ago.
Cavs fined for Garland DNP in national TV game
The NBA fined the Cavaliers $250,000 for violating the league's player participation policy by resting Darius Garland for a nationally televised game Nov. 24.
Harden 'just as shocked as you guys' by CP3 exit
Clippers stars Kawhi Leonard and James Harden said they were "shocked" when they learned that Chris Paul would no longer be their teammate.
Draymond exits with foot injury in Warriors loss
Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green limped to the locker room late in the second quarter and didn't return in Thursday's 99-98 loss to the Philadelphia 76ers because of a right foot injury.
Sources: Giannis (calf strain) out 2 to 4 weeks
Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo is expected to be sidelined for approximately two to four weeks with a right calf strain, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.
Maxey's 'amazing' block preserves 76ers' win
Tyrese Maxey's block of De'Anthony Melton in the final seconds preserved the 76ers 99-98 win over the Warriors on Thursday night.
E. Campbell died of drowning after medical issue
Former basketball player Elden Campbell died Monday from drowning after suffering a medical emergency while out fishing, his sister and a Broward County official confirmed.
LeBron scores 8; record double-digit streak ends
LeBron James had a chance to extend his record double-digit scoring streak but opted to pass the ball, setting up Rui Hachimura's winning 3-pointer at the buzzer against the Raptors.
Magic's Banchero set to return Friday vs. Heat
Magic forward Paolo Banchero is set to return Friday night against the Heat after missing the past 10 games with a groin strain.
The old, struggling Clippers have options -- none of them good
Tim Bontemps and Brian Windhorst surveyed the league on LA's next steps. Three difficult paths emerged.
Risers and fallers: Add Jaylon Tyson, trade away LeBron James, LaMelo Ball
Steve Alexander highlights fantasy basketball names trending upwards or downwards, with key takeaways for each.
This East lead hasn't come easy for the Pistons' young core
With every win, Detroit and its elite young core are moving further away from the dregs of a grueling rebuild.
These five Giannis blockbusters would rock the NBA title race
Giannis paired with Steph Curry? Kevin Durant? Victor Wembanyama?! NBA insiders break down five deals the Bucks could consider.
Who will make the 12-team College Football Playoff?
Select your favorite contender, make your picks and see what the Allstate Playoff Predictor foretells.
Who's in? Who's out? Who has a chance heading into the final weekend?
Trying to make sense of the playoff picture conference by conference with less than a week to go.
Does Kirby Smart have an Alabama problem?
Smart's winning percentage goes from 89.8% against non-Alabama opponents to 14.3% vs. the Tide.
Want a Kalen DeBoer 'Black Hoodie of Death'? Good luck
Do the clothes make the coach? Ryan McGee takes a deep dive on sideline sartorial superstitions.
Week 15 preview: Matchups, players to watch
Our experts preview each Power 4 matchup and a Group of 5 title game.
CFP chaos scenarios for every league and what to watch in nine conference titles
Bill Connelly looks at key angles for all nine games -- and why the playoff committee could get a headache.
Pitt, Wisconsin cut '26 game, keep '27 in Dublin
Pittsburgh and Wisconsin have mutually agreed to cancel their scheduled 2026 matchup but are keeping their 2027 matchup in Ireland on the schedule.
Michigan St. receives $390M donation for athletics
Michigan State has received a $401 million gift from Greg and Dawn Williams, supporting the university and athletic department with one of the richest donations in college sports history.
Sources: Penn St. turns focus to ISU's Campbell
Iowa State coach Matt Campbell has emerged as the focus of Penn State's head coaching search, sources confirmed to ESPN.
Sources: Arkansas tabs Cramsey OC, Roberts DC
Arkansas is hiring Tim Cramsey from Memphis as offensive coordinator and Ron Roberts from Florida as defensive coordinator, sources confirmed to ESPN.
Henry Jr., No. 7 recruit for '26, picks Ohio State
Five-star wide receiver Chris Henry Jr., the No. 7 overall recruit in the SC NEXT 300 for 2026, affirmed his commitment to Ohio State and will sign with the Buckeyes.
FSU QB Castellanos seeks fifth year of eligibility
Florida State quarterback Thomas Castellanos is appealing to the NCAA for another year of eligibility.
Sources: Bama RB Miller questionable vs. Georgia
Alabama starting running back Jam Miller is facing long odds to play in Saturday's SEC championship game against Georgia, sources told ESPN's Pete Thamel.
🏈 Grading coaching hires: Klein to Kansas State
As the coaching carousel continues to spin, we grade every major hire.
Roy Kramer, SEC commish and BCS architect, dies
Roy Kramer, who served as SEC commissioner for 12 years and was the force behind the creation of the Bowl Championship Series, has died at the age of 96.
'Basketball first': The ACC comes face-to-face with its issues, real and perceived
Duke's presence in the ACC title game isn't just a result of five-way tie for second, it's a symptom of longstanding issues.
Baylor's president explains why the school stuck with Dave Aranda
Programs across the country have paid massive buyouts to move on from struggling coaches. Not the Bears.
Why Ole Miss finally had enough of Lane Kiffin
How the long courtship of the Rebels coach finally came to a head, amid secret meetings and middle fingers.
How did Ohio State's Julian Sayin get so accurate? QB H-O-R-S-E
Sayin enters the Big Ten championship game on the verge of breaking the FBS completion percentage record.
J-Rod's journey: From sleeping on floors and taking out loans to Heisman contention
The Texas Tech linebacker has been one of college football's brightest stars this season.
Three free agents to invest in -- and three to avoid
Here are this winter's players to target and to be wary of, given their projected contracts.
An All-Star for All-Star swap? MLB trade proposals that would rock the offseason
Let's spice up the offseason with some blockbusters that we want to see in Orlando next week.
Lineup production? Pitching? Biggest needs for contenders
Here's what some of baseball's best teams will be targeting this offseason -- and which players fit those needs.
Where all 30 MLB teams stand ahead of winter meetings
Here's how your favorite team looks today -- and what it needs to do next week and beyond.
Will there be baseball in 2027? Is a salary cap coming?
With the CBA set to expire one year from today, we answer baseball's burning questions.
What Buster Olney, Jeff Passan are hearing about Schwarber suitors, top free agents, blockbuster trades
Here's our latest intel heading into the MLB winter meetings, starting with the slugger who holds the key to the offseason.
↔️ Free agency tracker: Offseason trades, moves
We've got you covered on all the major MLB hot stove signings and trades.
Sources: LHP Kay returning to MLB with ChiSox
Left-hander Anthony Kay is returning to the majors after a successful two-year run in Japan, agreeing to a two-year, $12 million contract with the White Sox, sources told ESPN.
Rockies hire Dodgers' Byrnes as general manager
The Colorado Rockies brought in Josh Byrnes from the World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers to become their general manager and turn around a floundering franchise.
World Series hero Rojas returning to Dodgers
World Series hero Miguel Rojas will return to the Los Angeles Dodgers for what will constitute his final season in the major leagues, sources told ESPN on Wednesday.
A's say Vegas stadium on track for 2028 opening
The Athletics are on track to open their new Las Vegas stadium on time, officials said Thursday.
Pagán on re-signing with Reds: 'Easy choice'
Emilio Pagán said it was an 'easy choice' to remain with the Reds, even as he was exploring his options in free agency.
Gray: With BoSox, 'It's easy to hate the Yankees'
Sonny Gray, now with the Red Sox, says he is happy to be in "a place where it's easy to hate the Yankees."
Washington joining Giants staff as infield coach
Former Angels manager Ron Washington is joining the Giants' coaching staff as infield coach, he confirmed on Thursday.
Pirates send Oviedo to Red Sox in 5-player deal
The Red Sox acquired right-hander Johan Oviedo from the Pirates in a five-player trade that sent outfield prospect Jhostynxon Garcia, also known as "The Password," to Pittsburgh.
Hot stove analysis of offseason trades and free agent signings
Track all the latest MLB free agency and trade news with fantasy baseball analysis from Tristan H. Cockcroft and Eric Karabell.
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