Geek and destroy: How Bruins winger Morgan Geekie has defied goal-scoring regression
Many expected the 27-year-old to take a step back from his 33 goals last season. Instead, he's on pace for 58.
👀 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.
New Sabres GM aims to build team character
Jarmo Kekalainen on Tuesday placed an emphasis on building team character and consistency -- qualities the Sabres have been criticized for lacking during their NHL-record 14-year playoff drought.
Kings put goalie Kuemper on IR after hit to head
Goalie Darcy Kuemper was placed on injured reserve by the Los Angeles Kings on Tuesday after taking a hit to the head during their loss at Dallas.
Five days after goalie swap, Jarry bests Skinner
Tristan Jarry and Stuart Skinner, traded for one another just five days ago, starred against their former teams as Edmonton defeated Pittsburgh 6-4 on Tuesday night.
Draisaitl hits 1,000 points against ex-Oiler Skinner
Edmonton Oilers forward Leon Draisaitl became the fourth-fastest active player in NHL history to reach 1,000 career points in the first period against the Pittsburgh Penguins.
Ex-Bama coach Saban buys stake in NHL's Preds
Ex-Alabama football coach and current ESPN college football analyst Nick Saban bought a minority stake in the NHL's Nashville Predators with business partner Joe Agresti.
Spin-o-rama goal helps Celebrini to 50-point mark
Macklin Celebrini scored a spin-o-rama goal as part of a four-point night that made him the fastest San Jose player to reach 50 points in a season as the Sharks beat the Flames 6-3 on Tuesday.
How Wallstedt, Bussi, five other NHL goalies leveled up their play this season
A new wave of netminding talent is taking the league by storm, coming from a variety of backgrounds.
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.
Why Quinn Hughes is in Minnesota, not New Jersey... and the league-wide trade aftermath
Here's how the trade came to pass, what other teams were in the mix, and the aftershocks throughout the NHL.
Pickups: Zeev Buium, and more winners from the Quinn Hughes trade
The essential guide to fantasy hockey pickups, with who to add and how to get set for the week ahead.
Strength-of-schedule ranks: These goalies draw the easiest starts
Fantasy hockey goalie notes, power play trends and the goalies who draw the easiest and most difficult opponents.
Which NHL teams are most at risk of a shocking playoff miss?
These eight teams entered the season with high playoff chances and are currently in peril.
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.
Cardinals put RB Knight on IR, ending his season
The Cardinals placed running back Bam Knight on injured reserve Tuesday, ending his season.
🏆 Playoff picture: Clinching scenarios for Week 16
In Week 16, nine NFL teams have the chance to clinch a playoff berth. The Broncos can also lock up the AFC's No. 1 seed.
Love heads to NFL draft after stellar Irish run
Jeremiyah Love, the star Notre Dame running back and Heisman Trophy finalist, made it official Tuesday night and declared for the 2026 NFL draft.
Browns LB Bush found not guilty in assault trial
Browns linebacker Devin Bush was acquitted of assault and harassment charges Tuesday after a judge said prosecutors failed to prove Bush had the intent to harm or injure his girlfriend in the May…
Source: Ruckert, Jets agree to 2-year, $10M deal
Tight end Jeremy Ruckert agreed to a two-year, $10 million contract extension with the Jets on Wednesday, a source told ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.
Commanders' Daniels 'super frustrated' by year
Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels said he's "super frustrated" by how his injury-marred second season went.
Rams still hope injured Adams can play in Seattle
The Rams have not ruled out Davante Adams for Thursday night's showdown against the Seahawks, despite the star wide receiver's hamstring injury.
Sources: Dolphins bench Tua in favor of Ewers
The Dolphins are benching quarterback Tua Tagovailoa and turning to rookie Quinn Ewers as their new starter, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.
Chiefs' Mahomes has surgery for torn ACL, LCL
Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes underwent successful surgery Monday in Dallas to repair the tear in his left ACL. A league source told ESPN that Mahomes also had a torn LCL that was repaired.
Matchup rankings: Upgrade Herbert, Judkins, downgrade Prescott, Etienne Jr.
The most and least favorable matchups in the NFL for this week's games at the four key fantasy positions.
Facts vs. Feelings: Bo Nix and six other potential playoff heroes
We don't get to know the script before the game's played, but the facts portend who has a chance to play hero.
The Broncos and Rams clinched ... now can they reach the Super Bowl?
Plus, Philip Rivers' first start back in the NFL and some wild Week 15 trends to watch.
What we're hearing about the Mahomes and Parsons fallout, plus feedback on Rivers' return
Here's the latest heading into NFL Week 16, including intel on Patrick Mahomes, Micah Parsons, Philip Rivers, playoff races and offseason trade candidates.
Barnwell on two knee injuries with big implications
Micah Parsons and Patrick Mahomes both suffered significant knee injuries Sunday.
When in 2026 might Packers' Micah Parsons return from ACL tear?
Here's what we can glean from timelines of other Packers who worked their way back from the same injury.
Sean McVay, Rams announce birth of son as roster transaction
The Rams likened Christian's birth to a traditional roster decision.
150 prospects, 12 schools, 7 rounds: We stacked players in the CFP by NFL draft stock
From Indiana to James Madison, we picked out every CFP player who could factor into the 2026 NFL draft and slotted them by stock from Round 1 to Round 7.
Examining Bucs-Panthers showdown with NFC South, playoff spot on the line
We break down the stretch run as the Panthers try to unseat the four-time reigning champion Bucs.
Which NFL teams are rising -- or falling -- after 15 weeks? Our new Power Rankings
We also looked at players who could get contract extensions this offseason.
Four TD passes against the Packers? Bo Nix is leveling up at the right time
Nix is coming off his best game as a pro, continuing a month in which he has been one of the NFL's best QBs. What has been different for Denver's signal-caller?
How NFL teams complain to the league about officiating calls
Whether it's John Harbaugh complaining about an overturned TD or Andy Reid's pushback on the tush push, the NFL pays attention to complaints.
Santa Claus goes straight to the NFL: Snoop Dogg to perform for Lions-Vikings on Christmas
Snoop Dogg will headline his first NFL halftime show since being part of the Super Bowl LVI halftime show.
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Playoff picture: Updated projections, chances to make the postseason
We're looking ahead to how the 14-team playoff picture could line up -- and who will win divisions.
Early Week 16 bets: Broncos over Jaguars, Drake Maye to win MVP among picks
Which lines offered value once odds came out? Here are games we are eyeing for bets going into Week 16.
NFL Week 16 odds: Eagles can clinch NFC East with win vs. Commanders
Week 16 features huge matchups with the NFL playoffs approaching. Here are the odds, spreads and totals for every game.
Takeaways, highlights as Knicks defeat Spurs to win NBA Cup
Here are the key highlights from New York's victory over San Antonio to win the 2025 NBA Cup.
Why Flagg is in LeBron and Kobe territory, Carrington a sneaky pickup
A closer look at how the Mavs rookie is making history and four other players trending up.
Risers and fallers: Add Ryan Nembhard, consider parting with Jaren Jackson
Steve Alexander highlights players trending upwards or downwards, with key takeaways for each.
Can the NBA Cup's surprise finalists make a Finals run? Why there's already a road map
ESPN analyst Kevin Pelton breaks down how the finalist Spurs and semifinalist Magic can use their cup experience for the postseason.
Power Rankings: Cavaliers and 76ers cling onto contention in East
NBA insiders break down where all 30 teams stand in this week's rankings ahead of the holiday season.
Scouts, coaches weigh in on three-man race for No. 1 pick in 2026 NBA draft
It's a tight race at the top of the 2026 NBA draft. We talked to insiders to learn where things stand now.
Updated Top 100 rankings for the 2026 NBA draft: Which top prospects are rising and falling?
Which top prospects shifted the most on our first rankings update? Here's our 100 big board for the 2026 class.
👀 The big questions facing all 30 front offices
With NBA trade season upon us, Bobby Marks examines the conversations happening across all 30 front offices.
Knicks conquer Cup, laud poise under 'pressure'
The Knicks rallied to beat Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs 124-113 to win the NBA Cup.
Despite loss, Spurs take positives from Cup run
Despite losing to the Knicks in Tuesday's NBA Cup championship game, the Spurs believe their experience in such high-stakes matchups will only benefit them as they build toward a postseason run.
Heat F Jovic's MRI clean after hard fall, day-to-day
Heat forward Nikola Jovic, who left Monday night's game with a splint-like device over his right arm after taking a hard foul, underwent an MRI that revealed a right elbow contusion/laceration, the…
Silver: NBA to explore relief for Heat over Rozier
Adam Silver called the Terry Rozier situation "unprecedented" with him still being on the Heat's books while facing gambling charges but said the league would look into giving Miami some sort of…
NBA: 3 incorrect calls favored Nuggets in OT win
There were three incorrect calls in the last two minutes of Denver's OT victory over Houston that all favored the Nuggets, according to the NBA's report.
Kerr: Lacob email no big deal; Dubs all frustrated
Steve Kerr acknowledged a leaked email exchange between Warriors owner Joe Lacob and a fan that illustrated frustrations with the team, but he maintained that he and Lacob still have a "great…
Silver: NBA expansion decision will be made in '26
Adam Silver laid out a definitive timeline for expansion for the first time, saying a decision will be made sometime in 2026 on whether to add more NBA teams.
Meet Alpi and Twin: The star duo hoping to lead the Rockets to a title
Amen Thompson and Alperen Sengun spent the offseason 6,000 miles apart as they worked to reach a new level this season.
NBA buzz: Live updates, trades and intel from around the league
Catch up on the latest buzz, trade alerts and league intel from our ESPN NBA insiders.
Inside the ugly Chris Paul-Clippers divorce -- and a season on the brink of disaster
A future Hall of Famer at the end of his career, looking for one final ride. Here's why the Chris Paul-Clippers reunion was doomed.
2025-26 CFP Player Rank: Which players made the top 50?
Who takes the top spot? Our college football experts rank the top 50 players from the CFP teams.
The anti-anhedonic Aggies: Can Mike Elko and this Texas A&M team make all the talk about the past stop?
The Aggies head into their first College Football Playoff appearance looking to banish the program's ghosts.
Love heads to NFL draft after stellar Irish run
Jeremiyah Love, the star Notre Dame running back and Heisman Trophy finalist, made it official Tuesday night and declared for the 2026 NFL draft.
Youngstown St. QB heads FCS All-America team
Youngstown State QB Beau Brungard, the Missouri Valley Football Conference offensive player of the year, heads the list of student-athletes on The Associated Press FCS All-America team.
College sports 'visionary' Neinas dies at age 93
Chuck Neinas, the onetime Big Eight commissioner whose media savvy and dealmaking helped turn college football into the multibillion-dollar business it is today, died Tuesday.
Stein brings Oregon's Biondo as Kentucky's GM
As part of his staff changes announced Tuesday, new Kentucky coach Will Stein is bringing Pat Biondo from Oregon with him to be the Wildcats' GM.
Interim coach says U-M's players feel 'betrayed'
Michigan interim coach Biff Poggi said Monday his players feel betrayed and angry following the firing and arrest of former coach Sherrone Moore.
Cignetti wins 2nd straight AP Coach of the Year
Indiana's Curt Cignetti exceeded expectations again this season, and it earned him a second consecutive honor as The Associated Press Coach of the Year in college football.
ACC unveils 'transition' 2026 conference schedule
Twelve of the ACC's 17 schools will play nine conference football games in 2026, while five schools, with already scheduled Power Four opponents, will play eight games.
Texas Tech extends 3 coordinators, GM through '28
Big 12 champion Texas Tech has extended the contracts of offensive coordinator Mack Leftwich, defensive coordinator Shiel Wood, associate head coach and special teams coordinator Kenny Perry, and GM…
🏈 Best fits for transfer quarterback DJ Lagway
Lagway, the top-rated QB in the class of 2024, brings a lot of upside to his next school.
150 prospects, 12 schools, 7 rounds: We stacked players in the CFP by NFL draft stock
From Indiana to James Madison, we picked out every CFP player who could factor into the 2026 NFL draft and slotted them by stock from Round 1 to Round 7.
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.
MVPs for every bowl game of the season
With bowl season underway, our college football experts provide their MVP picks for each bowl game.
The most impactful 2026 recruit for every Power 4 team
The 2026 recruiting class is almost a wrap. These are the prospects who will be key factors next season.
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.
Can bettors beat the books to the punch? How bowl season has become a challenge
With coaching changes, opt-outs and the CFP, bowl season has become increasingly more volatile than in years past.
'It's OK to wait your turn': How a gap year paid off for Dante Moore, Oregon
After transferring from UCLA, the five-star QB welcomed a year as the Ducks' backup to reset his career.
Updated contract projections for the top four free agent hitters
Pete Alonso and Kyle Schwarber got big bucks for their ability to hit big flies.
MLB free agency reset: Predictions for the remaining top 10 free agents
A number of impact players are off the market, but there are still big names to be signed. Where do they fit best?
García, Phillies finalize one-year, $10M contract
Former Rangers outfielder Adolis García has signed a one-year deal with the Phillies and will look for a rebound season in the middle of their lineup.
Jurors hear closing arguments in Skaggs civil trial
Jurors on Monday heard closing arguments in a two-month civil trial over whether the Angels should be held responsible for pitcher Tyler Skaggs' fatal overdose in 2019.
SS Kim returns to Braves on 1-year, $20M deal
Ha-Seong Kim is returning to Atlanta, agreeing Monday to a one-year, $20 million contract.
Sources: Cubs bring back lefty reliever Thielbar
The Cubs are re-signing left-handed reliever Caleb Thielbar, sources tell ESPN.
Angels boost bullpen with Romano, Pomeranz
The Los Angeles Angels signed right-hander Jordan Romano and left-hander Drew Pomeranz to one-year contracts.
Win now, pay later: Dodgers' obligations pass $1B
Edwin Díaz's contract brings the Dodgers' deferred payment obligations to more than $1 billion due to nine players, including $680 million owed to Shohei Ohtani.
Blue Jays add RHP Rogers on 3-year, $37M deal
Tyler Rogers, who led the major leagues this past season with 81 appearances, is the latest pitching addition by Toronto.
↔️ Free agency tracker: Offseason trades, moves
We've got you covered on all the major MLB hot stove signings and trades.
Giants shoring up pitching staff with Houser, Foley
The Giants are shoring up their pitching staff for the 2026 season, having reached deals with starting pitcher Adrian Houser and reliever Jason Foley.
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: Braves fill shortstop hole, Phillies add to outfield mix
We've got you covered with grades and analysis on every winter signing and big offseason trade.
What to make of the Mets losing Pete Alonso, Edwin Diaz on back-to-back days
Losing two faces of the franchise might feel like a gut punch, but is it a disaster or part of a larger plan?
No more Nimmo, Timmy Trumpet and their all-time HR king: Remaking the Mets after historic collapse
David Stearns' vision for turning things around at Citi Field hasn't been a hit with fans so far. What's next?
As responsibilities evolve, manager salaries still lag behind coaches in other sports
From new hires to award winners, big paydays continue to allude most skippers. What gives?
Mondays off? Eliminate shadows? MLB managers talk about rules changes, opponents -- 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.
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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