Hedman to undergo surgery, eyes Olympic return
Victor Hedman's elbow surgery, set for Monday, is expected to sideline the Lightning's captain until February but could pave the way for the defenseman to play for Sweden at the upcoming Olympics in…
Blackhawks recall Lardis following Bedard injury
The Chicago Blackhawks have recalled high-scoring forward Nick Lardis from the minors a day after Connor Bedard got hurt in the final seconds of a loss at St. Louis.
Hughes' goal in Wild debut caps 'whirlwind' 2 days
Playing his first game with the Wild after being acquired in a blockbuster trade with Vancouver on Friday, Quinn Hughes scored in the opening minute of the third period Sunday as Minnesota beat Boston…
👀 Bruins' and Lightning's Stadium Series looks
The Tampa Bay Lightning's jersey for the 2026 Stadium Series will include pirate imagery and photo-realistic lightning.
Mammoth center Cooley to miss at least 8 weeks
Mammoth center Logan Cooley, who suffered a lower-body injury Dec. 5 in Vancouver, is expected to miss at least eight weeks.
Slavin returns in Hurricanes' win, eyes Olympics
Star defenseman Jaccob Slavin was back in Carolina's lineup Sunday after a 29-game absence with what the team called a "lower-body injury."
Canucks' Buium: Not misled by Wild before trade
Zeev Buium said he doesn't feel he was misled about his status with the Wild before being traded to the Canucks as part of a package for Quinn Hughes.
The NHL's best this week: Get set for the next round of the Battle of Florida
The Panthers-Lightning matchup highlights a week of incredible games around the NHL.
NHL Power Rankings: New 1-32 poll, plus fantasy hockey panic or patience
The Caps, Flyers and Leafs rise this week, while the Wild, Devils and Senators fall off a bit.
Final Olympic hockey roster predictions for U.S., Canada, more: Which NHL stars make it?
The NHL is back at the Games. Here's our final look at which players will make the cut for the big five.
NHL trade grades: Report cards for Hughes, Jarry deals
Hockey trade season has begun! Find grades for each GM involved in all the big swaps here.
NHL trade tiers big board: Which players could be on the move this season?
Here's a way-too-early look at the shocking superstar possibilities, pending free agents and overlooked gems.
NHL board of governors eager to see more 'color vs. color' jersey matchups
There is momentum for the league to have more games in which both home and road teams wear solid-colored jerseys.
Rankings: Logan Thompson rises to No. 2 overall
Here are the highest-ranked fantasy hockey players, with Logan Thompson rising this week.
Stanley Cup odds: Avalanche clear Stanley Cup, Western Conference faves
The league-leading Colorado Avalanche have continued to rise as Stanley Cup, Presidents' Trophy favorites.
Inclusion of Parekh, Misa is a step in right direction for Canada at World Juniors
Has Hockey Canada finally learned from past mistakes -- and could that result in a gold this time around?
Why Dolphins coach Mike McDaniel is so much more than a meme
McDaniel has grown famous for his viral moments, but people who have played for him say he's so much more.
State of the Steelers: What organization's past tells us about Mike Tomlin's future
With a contract option decision due by March 1, 2026, the team and the 53-year-old coach stay "business-like."
Bills ride 'vibe' to beat Pats, stay in AFC East race
A rousing halftime speech wasn't needed for the Bills to orchestrate a comeback, ultimately beating the Patriots 35-31 to improve to 10-4 and keep the competition for the AFC East alive.
Surtain flips game with INT as red-hot Broncos roll
The Broncos credited star cornerback Pat Surtain II with flipping the game's momentum when he intercepted Jordan Love and stopped the red-hot Packers.
Cowboys' once-bright outlook dims with latest loss
A 34-26 defeat to the Vikings on Sunday night dropped the Cowboys to 6-7-1 and saw their playoff chances dwindle to 1%.
Source: LB Buchanan believed to have ACL tear
The belief is that Ravens linebacker Teddye Buchanan tore his ACL in Sunday's 24-0 win at the Bengals, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter, which would mean the team's second-leading tackler would be…
Rivers: Return was 'blast,' but loss stings most
In his stunning return after nearly five full seasons in retirement, Philip Rivers started at quarterback for the Colts and positioned them to win before a late collapse by Indy in an 18-16 loss to…
McCarthy hits 'Griddy' before TD, irking O'Connell
Vikings coach Kevin O'Connell was displeased with J.J. McCarthy's modified "Griddy" touchdown dance, a celebration the QB admitted he had been warned not to do.
Source: Pack's Parsons believed to have torn ACL
The initial belief is that the Packers' Micah Parsons suffered a torn ACL, a source confirmed to ESPN.
Mahomes tears ACL as Chiefs' playoff hopes end
Patrick Mahomes suffered a torn ACL in the closing minutes of Sunday's loss to the Chargers, an MRI confirmed. "Don't know why this had to happen," he wrote on social media. "And not going to lie…
😈 Bills roast Patriots in NFL Week 15 trolls
NFL teams remained petty in Week 15 with the Buffalo Bills poking fun at the New England Patriots after a huge road win.
Is eliminated Chiefs' Super Bowl window closing -- and what changes are ahead?
Will Travis Kelce retire? Will Patrick Mahomes be ready for Week 1? The state of the Chiefs is not pretty.
Henderson and Lawrence paint playoff masterpiece; more winners and losers of Week 15
TreVeyon Henderson, Trevor Lawrence and Trey McBride led the way with big Week 15 performances, while Joe Burrow, Quinshon Judkins and Ladd McConkey were among the biggest disappointments.
What's next for Packers after Parsons, Watson injuries?
How will injuries to Micah Parsons and Christian Watson affect the Packers after Sunday's loss to the Broncos?
Barnwell on two knee injuries with big implications: What now for the Packers, Chiefs?
Micah Parsons and Patrick Mahomes both suffered significant knee injuries Sunday. What do they mean for the Packers' playoff push and the Chiefs' offseason plans?
Big questions from Week 15 games: Can the Rams take the 1-seed? What now for the Chiefs?
Our NFL Nation reporters answer big questions from each Week 15 game. Here's what you need to know.
Has Trevor Lawrence leveled up? Are Packers doomed? Let's overreact to Week 15
Has Liam Coen unlocked the Jags' mercurial QB? Will we see an AFC East rubber match? That and much more.
Two vulnerable NFL sack records: Tracking pace for Myles Garrett (21.5!), Broncos' D (58!)
The Browns' vet edge rusher and Denver's defense are in contention to rewrite the single-season sacks record book.
Rivers' return ignites prop betting interest; 44-year-old QB leads Colts to cover
Philip Rivers made his first NFL start in over 1,800 days on Sunday in Seattle, and bettors took notice in a big way.
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What's next for the NBA Cup? Uncertain future in Vegas, plus why cash is still king
Is the NBA Cup working? Tim Bontemps details what's next for the tournament on the eve of the Knicks-Spurs title game.
Every NBA team's focus between now and the trade deadline
With trade season upon us, Bobby Marks examines the conversations happening across all 30 front offices.
2025-26 NBA buzz: The latest live updates, trades and intel from around the league
Catch up on the latest buzz, trade alerts and league intel from our insiders.
Kings leading scorer LaVine (ankle) exits loss
Sacramento's Zach LaVine injured his left ankle midway through the second quarter Sunday against Minnesota and was ruled out for the rest of the game.
📈 Power Rankings: Each team's weakness
NBA insiders break down the latest rankings, evaluating all 30 teams as the Emirates NBA Cup heats up.
Wolves' Edwards still out; Gobert leaves midgame
Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards missed his second straight game Sunday with soreness in his right foot, while center Rudy Gobert left midway through the third quarter for what the team announced as…
Pels' Williamson scores 18 off bench in return
Zion Williamson scored 18 points off the bench in his return to the lineup Sunday after missing five games with a hip injury.
Hawks' Porzingis sidelined 2 weeks with illness
Hawks center Kristaps Porzingis will miss the next two weeks and undergo further evaluations while dealing with a recent illness.
Mitchell on stumbling Cavs: 'I would boo us, too'
Some Cleveland fans booed their team Sunday after the Cavaliers missed all 10 shots in overtime to lose to the Hornets.
LeBron seals win after Brooks antics earn ejection
After hitting a go-ahead 3-pointer with 12.2 seconds left, Suns forward Dillon Brooks earned his second technical foul for bumping his old nemesis, LeBron James, and was ejected. The Lakers superstar…
NBA Cup semifinals results, takeaways for Magic-Knicks, Spurs-Thunder in Vegas
The top moments, highlights from the NBA Cup semifinals in Las Vegas between the Magic and Knicks, then Spurs and Thunder.
Where Wemby, Ant, Flagg and more young stars check in
Which youngsters are among the next class of superstars? Which are already there? Our NBA experts rank their top 25 under 25.
The best quotes and latest intel from Windhorst's podcast
From breaking news to the latest intel from around the NBA, here are the biggest highlights from Brian Windhorst's "The Hoop Collective" podcast.
Don't be surprised if ... Hart, Bridges are among top 25
Eric Karabell forecasts what to expect from notable players such as Jaren Jackson Jr. and key New York Knicks.
Risers and fallers: Add Ryan Nembhard, consider parting with Jaren Jackson
Steve Alexander highlights fantasy basketball names trending upwards or downwards, with key takeaways for each.
Jason Collins, on his cancer diagnosis: It's Stage 4 glioblastoma and I'm fighting
In an exclusive with ESPN, the 13-year NBA veteran and pioneer reveals that he is fighting for his life.
🏆 How each CFP team could win national title
Bill Connelly breaks down the path to victory for every team -- and what will hold each of them back.
Source: U-M launches athletic department query
The University of Michigan has commissioned an investigation into its athletic department, centering on how numerous scandals have both occurred and been handled in recent years, a source told ESPN.
Dillingham's agent, ASU exploring new contract
Arizona State coach Kenny Dillingham, 35, became emotional on Saturday when reiterating his love for the Sun Devils and his alma mater, where he's hoping to finalize an enhanced contract, amid reports…
QB Mendoza first Hoosier to win Heisman Trophy
Indiana's Fernando Mendoza, who guided the Hoosiers to their first No. 1 ranking and the top seed in the 12-team CFP bracket by throwing for 2,980 yards and a national-best 33 touchdown passes, won…
Washington staying with Terrapins for '26 season
Maryland quarterback Malik Washington, who set a school freshman passing record, will return to the Terrapins next season, announcing in a statement Saturday that he knows "we're building something…
Wiggin, coach who lost on 'The Play,' dies at 91
Paul Wiggin, the former Stanford and Cleveland Browns star who was on the losing end of "The Play" as the coach of star quarterback John Elway and the Cardinal, died Friday. He was 91.
Tide's DeBoer: No interest in other job openings
Alabama coach Kalen DeBoer reaffirmed his commitment to the program ahead of the College Football Playoff, saying he has "no interest" in other job opportunities.
Pavia sorry for 'disrespectful' Heisman reaction
Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia, the Heisman Trophy runner-up, apologized Sunday for "being disrespectful" in a social media post he made after Indiana's Fernando Mendoza won the award for college…
Gators QB Lagway opts to enter transfer portal
Florida sophomore quarterback DJ Lagway, who had 16 touchdown passes and 14 interceptions last season, announced that he is entering the transfer portal.
Ranking all 64 teams in College Football Playoff history
How do this year's CFP entrants stack up with those of the past -- and how high could they climb?
Way-too-early 2026 Heisman watch: 15 players who could win the award
We size up next year's most likely candidates for college football's highest individual honor.
College football bowl season: MVPs for the first two bowl games of the season
With bowl season underway, our college football experts provide their MVP picks for each bowl game.
A reason (or two) to watch every one of this year's bowl games
With first-year success stories, chances at redemption and general silliness, bowl season always delivers.
Betting on the 2025 CFP? All the predictions, odds and best bets bettors need
Breaking down the field, the best bets, plus what the sportsbooks are seeing ahead of the first round.
A trade for the No. 1 pick?! Let's project next year's first round in Yates' updated NFL mock draft
Which teams need a quarterback? Could Ohio State dominate the first round? Field Yates projects the opening 32 picks of next year's draft.
↔️ Free agency tracker: Offseason trades, moves
We've got you covered on all the major MLB hot stove signings and trades.
Sources: Mets, IF Polanco agree on 2-year pact
The Mets and infielder Jorge Polanco have agreed on a two-year, $40 million contract, sources told ESPN. Polanco is expected to primarily play first base, replacing Pete Alonso, who left in free…
Sources: Cardinals agree to deal with RHP May
Right-hander Dustin May and the St. Louis Cardinals are in agreement on a free agent contract, pending a physical, sources told ESPN on Saturday.
Sources: Tigers sign Jansen to bolster bullpen
The Tigers have agreed to a 1-year contract with veteran closer Kenley Jansen, sources told ESPN.
Royals trade Zerpa to Brewers for Collins, Mears
The Royals traded left-handed reliever Angel Zerpa to the Brewers for versatile outfielder Isaac Collins and right-hander Nick Mears.
Source: Kelly to D-backs on 2-year, $40M deal
Merrill Kelly, after being dealt by the Diamondbacks to the Rangers at the trade deadline last season, is returning to Arizona on a two-year, $40 million deal, a source confirmed to ESPN.
Sources: 1B Bell agrees to 1-year deal with Twins
First baseman Josh Bell and the Minnesota Twins are in agreement on a one-year contract with a mutual option, sources told ESPN, filling a substantial need for Minnesota with the well-traveled switch…
'I'm not even not in the top 28. I'm not in the top 29': MLB managers on rule changes, clutch players and each other
With all 30 skippers in one place at last week's winter meetings, we asked for their thoughts on the state of the game and more.
What to make of the Mets losing Pete Alonso, Edwin Diaz on back-to-back days
Losing two faces of the franchise to free agency might feel like a gut punch, but is it a disaster for the Mets or part of a larger plan?
MLB winter meetings winners, losers and questions
Now that the dust has settled in Orlando, we debate our favorite (and least favorite) moves of the week.
MLB offseason grades: D-backs reunite with Kelly, Mets nab Polanco
We've got you covered with grades and analysis on every winter signing and big offseason trade.
As responsibilities evolve, MLB manager salaries still lag behind top coaches in other sports
From new hires to award winners, big paydays continue to allude most skippers. What gives?
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.
Predicting the top 5 picks in the 2026 MLB draft after White Sox win lottery
With Chicago landing the No. 1 overall pick for next summer, let's see how the start of the first round could go down.
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