Rangers put Shesterkin on IR, dodge 'worst case'
The New York Rangers placed goaltender Igor Shesterkin on injured reserve, and defenseman Adam Fox on long-term injured reserve, but sources told ESPN's Emily Kaplan on Tuesday that the club avoided…
✍ Olympic roster grades for U.S., Canada, more
Which country looks best heading into the Milano Cortina Games? Here's our full breakdown of each.
AHL, PHPA tentatively agree on deal for new CBA
The American Hockey League and the Professional Hockey Players' Association have reached a tentative agreement on a new collective bargaining agreement.
Former employee files lawsuit against Ducks, NHL
The NHL and the Ducks were named in a lawsuit filed by a former employee who says she faced sexual harassment, bullying and discrimination from 2022 to 2025.
Declining Devils author 'embarrassing' 9-0 loss
The New Jersey Devils, struggling for nearly two months after a scorching 8-1 start, are now searching for answers after a 9-0 loss to the New York Islanders Tuesday, one in which goaltender Jacob…
Rantanen jeered in Raleigh return; Canes cruise
On a night when the hometown fans had a chance to serenade former Carolina forward Mikko Rantanen with boos, the Hurricanes rolled to a 6-3 victory over the Dallas Stars on Tuesday night, even though…
Fleury rejoins Jets, has broken nose, back bruise
Haydn Fleury rejoined the Jets on Wednesday in the aftermath of crashing into the boards and getting taken off the ice on a stretcher. Coach Scott Arniel said the 29-year-old has a broken nose and a…
Mammoth to host '27 Winter Classic on Utes' field
The Mammoth will make their first appearance in an outdoor game in 2027, when they host the Avalanche in the Winter Classic at University of Utah's Rice-Eccles Stadium.
HOF goalie Hall, who started 502 in a row, dies
Glenn Hall, a Hockey Hall of Famer whose streak of 502 consecutive starts as a goaltender remains an NHL record, has died. He was 94.
Olympic men's hockey central: Schedule, rosters, how to watch Milan Cortina Games
NHL players are back at the Olympics. Explore the full schedule, rosters and coverage for each team.
'Even if it's not safe, I still want to play': What NHL players, owners, execs are saying about Olympic ice
While the rink won't be perfect, there's also an overwhelming sentiment shared by all stakeholders: The men's Olympic hockey tournament will go on.
College hockey check-in: What teams are poised for a Frozen Four run?
A look at the top storylines, players to watch and Frozen Four picks as we hit the season's second half.
Standouts and biggest surprises (both good and bad) from the 2026 World Juniors
Here's what we learned following the tournament of the top under-20 hockey players.
NHL Awards Watch: MacKinnon vs. Celebrini for MVP?
The latest poll from actual PHWA voters is in, with some big changes from December's edition.
Pickups: Is it safe to start Connor Hellebuyck, Valeri Nichushkin again?
The essential Monday guide to fantasy hockey pickups, with who to add and how to get set for the week ahead.
Who's trending up? Steven Stamkos, Brandon Bussi and other picks
Fantasy hockey goalie notes, power-play trends and which players have been on the rise over the past month.
Dolphins fire coach McDaniel after 7-10 season
The Dolphins have fired coach Mike McDaniel after Miami finished 7-10, its second straight season missing the playoffs.
NFL wild-card round: Rams huge favorites; Packers, Bills, Texans road favorites
The NFL playoffs are set. Here are the odds, spreads and totals for every game in the wild-card round.
'It's just so wide open': Which is the best NFL team according to the oddsmakers?
Sometimes the Super Bowl favorite is not the team that sportsbooks consider to be the best in the league.
Jerry Jones: Goal is to retire with most SB wins
Cowboys owner Jerry Jones said Wednesday that his goal in life is to the retire as the owner with the most Super Bowl wins and that he has "work to do" to catch the Patriots' Robert Kraft.
Chiefs 'aware' of abuse allegations by Rice's ex
The Chiefs acknowledged Wednesday that they are aware of domestic violence allegations made by a woman who is the ex-girlfriend of Rashee Rice, with the team saying it's in communication with the…
🏈 Reid's updated NFL mock draft predictions
Which QB fits with the Raiders at No. 1? How high could Jeremiyah Love go? Will the Buckeyes run the first round? Let's project the first 32 picks for April.
Packers' Love: No worry about rust after absence
Packers QB Jordan Love, who hasn't played since suffering a concussion in Week 16, doesn't have any concerns about rust entering the wild-card game vs. the Bears.
Saints committed to Shough as starting QB in '26
The Saints are preparing to move ahead with Tyler Shough as their starting quarterback in 2026.
Russ swaps agents, 'not blinking' on NFL career
New York Giants quarterback Russell Wilson said Monday that he fully intends to play next season. In preparation for free agency, he also recently switched to Athletes First superagent David…
Jim Harbaugh hails John, hopes he's NFC-bound
Jim Harbaugh doesn't expect his older brother John to be out of a job very long but just hopes his next landing spot isn't in the AFC, where the Chargers reside. "As I told him, whatever team he goes…
Sources: Bucs fire OC Grizzard, QB coach Lewis
Josh Grizzard has been fired by the Buccaneers after only one season as their offensive coordinator, sources told ESPN.
Herbert taking snaps, says rest helped hand heal
Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert, who sat out last week to help his hand heal from a Week 13 fracture, took snaps in practice and said the rest was helpful.
How Trevor Lawrence's grill was kept a surprise -- and came together
The quarterback's grill came from a collaboration of his mom, wife and the Jaguars social media team.
Newest layer in the Packers-Bears rivalry? Cheese grater hats
DJ Moore's celebration helped turn a foam cheese grater hat into the latest Bears-Packers rivalry fixture.
Browns locked in for 'next 120 days': Coach, draft and a QB
Are Cleveland's owners letting a 5-12 season weigh them down? Not a chance. They're pressing forward.
Elite defenses: Facing the Texans, Broncos or Seahawks this postseason? Good luck!
This year's NFL playoffs will feature three elite defenses. What makes each so unstoppable?
Barnwell predicts the NFL playoff bracket: Could two lower seeds go to the Super Bowl?
Four road teams winning in the wild-card round -- and two of them making it all the way to the Super Bowl? Let's project the full NFL playoffs.
Secret sauce to Bills beating the Jaguars? A big key is the O-line
What makes up the Bills O-line unit's success and its diverse personalities off the field? Let them explain.
Mendoza vs. Moore: Why the CFP semifinals will have a big impact on the NFL draft
New York Jets GM Darren Mougey will be heavily evaluating quarterbacks in the college playoffs ahead of the draft.
One big thing we're hearing on every NFL team's coaching situation: Hot seats, candidates, more
We have the latest buzz on all 32 coaching staffs, including Mike Tomlin's Steelers future.
Answering seven questions about the shocking Jim Harbaugh move
After 18 seasons in Baltimore, the Ravens fired Harbaugh.
'I had 23': Revisiting the sack ruling that separates Jared Allen and Myles Garrett
A 2011 Minnesota Vikings sack that NFL officials changed a call on seemed to work in the Cleveland Browns' defensive end's favor.
The fastest, longest, most improbable NFL plays of 2025
From the real speed of Jahmyr Gibbs to the relative speed of Aaron Rodgers, Next Gen Stats had the most thrilling plays of 2025.
Spurs' Sochan: 'Polite exchange' with Vanderbilt
Spurs forward Jeremy Sochan downplayed the severity of a postgame incident Wednesday that involved Lakers forward Jarred Vanderbilt poking him in the face.
Knueppel, Adebayo headline biggest surprises and disappointments
Our panel of fantasy basketball experts lists their biggest surprises and disappointments so far this season.
Don't be surprised if ... Jayson Tatum returns this season, Kawhi Leonard remains hot
Eric Karabell forecasts what to expect from notable players such as Jayson Tatum, Kawhi Leonard, Cedric Coward and more.
Grading the Trae Young trade: How did the Hawks and Wizards fare?
Trae Young is headed from the Hawks to the Wizards. Which team fared best? We graded the trade.
NBA trade proposals: Why teams should consider these six offers
Let's help Milwaukee build around Giannis, the Lakers and the Timberwolves fill major needs, and Golden State end its long saga.
Power Rankings: Where Mavs, Hawks and others stack up ahead of trade deadline
Where do all 30 NBA teams stack up one month ahead of the 2026 trade deadline?
Roster overhaul, six pillars and the Pittsburgh Steelers: Inside the Kings' latest revamp
The Kings fired Mike Brown last season, but one year later don't seem any closer to finding their way.
↔️ NBA trade tracker: Details for every deal
What deals are getting done in the NBA? Here's every trade of the 2025-26 regular season, starting with the Hawks dealing away franchise star Trae Young.
Cavs without Strus for at least another month
Cavaliers forward Max Strus will be sidelined for at least another month as he continues to recover from surgery on his broken left foot.
Italian team, down to 1 player, ousted by forfeit
An Italian basketball team was left with just one player on the court during a European game, leading to an automatic loss and elimination from the competition.
Cunningham (wrist) sits out Pistons' win vs. Bulls
Cade Cunningham will miss the Detroit Pistons' game against the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday night with a wrist contusion.
LeBron ruled out vs. Spurs with multiple injuries
Lakers star LeBron James did not play against the Spurs on Wednesday -- the second game of a back-to-back -- with the team citing multiple injuries.
Sources: Hawks end Young era, send G to Wiz
The Hawks are trading four-time All-Star Trae Young to the Wizards for CJ McCollum and Corey Kispert, sources said.
NBA Futures: Thunder remain huge championship favorites; Nuggets next
The Oklahoma City Thunder are still favorites to repeat as champions, with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Luka Doncic the two leaders in the MVP race.
Cristobal: 'Blame the adults' for portal trickery
Asked if he thought opponents would attempt to contact former players for inside information, Miami coach Mario Cristobal said, "It happens all the time." But he's not pointing the finger at any…
🏈 Ranking the best players in the transfer portal
The transfer portal officially opened Jan. 2 and we're ranking the best of the best.
Golding: No message in post-Kiffin Ole Miss wins
Coach Pete Golding says Ole Miss' two CFP wins after Lane Kiffin left were not about sending a message, saying Wednesday that he didn't think the players "give a damn who runs them out of the tunnel."
Bama QB Simpson says he's headed to NFL draft
Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson is declaring for the NFL draft, he announced Wednesday on Instagram.
Jackson Arnold leaves Auburn, headed to UNLV
Quarterback Jackson Arnold is headed to UNLV after underwhelming stints at Oklahoma and Auburn in the previous two seasons.
Ohio St. star safety Downs declares for NFL draft
Ohio State star safety Caleb Downs, a projected top-10 pick, announced on social media Wednesday that he is declaring for the 2026 NFL draft.
Sources: Ex-ASU RB Brown commits to Texas
Former Arizona State RB Raleek Brown has committed to Texas out of the transfer portal, sources told ESPN's Pete Thamel on Thursday.
Stone-faced Cignetti vows 'I am happy, at times'
Curt Cignetti's demeanor during games have made the transformative Hoosiers coach into a meme, but Cignetti says he is having some fun during Indiana's historic rise, just not in front of the camera.
QB Williams hits portal despite signed UW deal
Washington quarterback Demond Williams Jr. said on social media Tuesday night that he is entering the transfer portal, a move that comes just days after he agreed to return to the Huskies for the 2026…
Mendoza vs. Moore: Why the CFP semifinals will have a big impact on the NFL draft
New York Jets GM Darren Mougey will be heavily evaluating quarterbacks in the college playoffs ahead of the draft.
Why these semifinals are just what college football needed
Tired of the same dominant teams winning it all? These semifinal matchups are for you.
Connelly breaks down Miami-Ole Miss, Oregon-Indiana
Our deep dive into the semifinals dissects the matchups that will determine who moves on to the title game.
Thompson: 'What if we are the people who win these games?' A new feeling at Ole Miss
After a chaotic month, Ole Miss won the kind of game it always loses, leaving its fans wondering how far it can go.
How Pete Golding got Ole Miss in the CFP semifinals amid coaching turmoil
The Rebels seemed to be coming apart a month ago. Now they're one win from playing for a national title.
'Always a race': How Rueben Bain Jr., Akheem Mesidor have driven Miami and each other
The defensive ends are constantly competing and, in turn, leading Miami closer to a title.
'This is one of the big moments in college football': Demond Williams Jr.'s case tests whether contracts can be enforced
Williams entered the transfer portal days after signing a contract to return to Washington.
Wetzel: The big, bad SEC isn't dead. It's just not special anymore
The Big Ten is guaranteed to be playing for a third straight national title. Can the SEC find a way to dominate this new era like it did the previous one?
Ranking the 25 best freshmen from the college football season
Some of the top first-year players are helping CFP teams. Others have set up bright futures.
From No. 1 to nowhere: Ranking the biggest disasters of the 2025 season
From Clemson and Colorado to UCLA and UMass, these teams are happy to put 2025 behind them.
MLB midwinter Power Rankings: Where every team stands in the new year
Though there are still free agents to be signed, let's reassess the standings now that we're midway through the offseason.
Offseason grades: Blue Jays make another splash by signing Japanese 3B Okamoto
We've got you covered with grades and analysis on every winter signing and big offseason trade.
MLB offseason intel: Trade rumors and free agency updates
Here's what we're hearing about Ketel Marte, Alex Bregman, Bo Bichette and much more as the hot stove heats back up.
↔️ Free agency tracker: Offseason trades, moves
We've got you covered on all the major MLB hot stove signings and trades.
Pro athletes in Venezuela facing travel turmoil
Scores of athletes in Venezuela, particularly baseball players affiliated with MLB clubs, had travel schedules thrown into turmoil after the United States' military operation.
Unsure of Bichette's future, Jays welcome Okamoto
The Toronto Blue Jays introduced Kazuma Okamoto, their latest marquee addition Tuesday, but as Bo Bichette's free agency continues, general manager Ross Atkins was noncommittal on where the…
A's denied 'Athletics' trademark ahead of LV shift
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has denied the A's request to trademark the names "Las Vegas Athletics" and "Vegas Athletics." The club currently plays in Sacramento, but intends to move to…
Graterol, Garrett and Wesneski avoid arbitration
Brusdar Graterol, Braxton Garrett and Hayden Wesneski agreed to one-year contracts to avoid arbitration.
Cubs land Cabrera, trade top prospect to Marlins
The Cubs have acquired pitcher Edward Cabrera in a trade with the Marlins that sends top outfield prospect Owen Caissie, as well as infield prospects Cristian Hernandez and Edgardo De Leon, to Miami.
Sources: Rockies, Lorenzen agree to $8M contract
Right-hander Michael Lorenzen and the Rockies are in agreement on a one-year, $8 million contract that includes a club option, sources told ESPN.
The bizarre world of MLB arbitration -- and the ace whose record raise could rock the system
Baseball's unique offseason contract process is built on comps. Enter the pitcher who is beyond comparison.
Who are MLB's top young stars? Ranking baseball's best players at every age from 16 to 25
Julio Rodriguez or Bobby Witt Jr.? Roman Anthony or Jackson Chourio? We rank baseball's best by birth year.
Bold MLB predictions for 2026: The World Series champion Orioles? A Skubal blockbuster?
From breakout teams to major deals, our experts weigh in on how the year ahead could play out.
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