🔍 Inside the Quinn Hughes blockbuster trade
Here's how the trade came to pass, what other teams were in the mix, and the aftershocks throughout the NHL.
Sens' Ullmark taking personal leave of absence
Senators goalie Linus Ullmark, who has a 14-8-5 record this season, is taking a leave of absence for personal reasons.
Tkachuk back at Panthers practice after surgery
Matthew Tkachuk is back on the ice with the Panthers, appearing at practice on Sunday for the first time this season.
Lundell, Sabourin fined after Bolts-Panthers clash
The NHL fined Florida's Anton Lundell $5,000 and Tampa Bay's Scott Sabourin $2,018.23 for their actions in Saturday's penalty-filled game between the Panthers and Lightning.
Ducks prospect Pettersson stars in Sweden's win
Anaheim prospect Lucas Pettersson, selected No. 35 by the Ducks in 2024, netted two third-period goals, leading Sweden past Switzerland 4-2 in preliminary play of the World Junior Championship on…
Blackhawks place Nazar on IR before loss to Pens
Prior to the team's 7-3 loss to the Pittsburgh Penguins on Sunday night, the Chicago Blackhawks placed center and burgeoning star Frank Nazar on injured reserve retroactive to Dec. 20, and activated…
Barzal two-hand slashes Marchment in Isles' loss
In a sequence the NHL will likely look into this week for potential discipline, Islanders forward Mathew Barzal took a two-handed chop to Columbus Blue Jackets left wing Mason Marchment on Sunday…
The NHL's best this week: Where should the next outdoor game be held?
The Winter Classic and Stadium Series will cross Florida off the list. Here are our ideas on the next set.
World Junior Championship guide: Top contenders, key players to watch
The tournament starts Thursday, with the best under-20 players in hockey. Here are gold medal favorites, players set to break out.
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Free agent pickups: Look to Saints, Titans amid Week 18 uncertainty
All the free agent options worth adding as we dive into Week 18, the final week of the fantasy football season.
Winners and losers: Maye, Henry shine in fantasy finals; Gibbs, Lamb disappoint
Drake Maye, Derrick Henry and Chase Brown came up big when it mattered most in Week 17.
Will slow starts, turnovers eventually doom Sam Darnold and the Seahawks' offense?
Seahawks need to figure it out before battle for NFC No. 1 seed at 49ers on Saturday (8 p.m. ET, ABC/ESPN).
17 weeks, 255 games and a much clearer NFL playoff picture: Barnwell on what really mattered, week by week
Bill Barnwell picked out what most impacted the playoff hunt across the entire season, from the Lions' dud in Week 1 to the Steelers' struggles Sunday.
Bears defense 'let the offense down' in SNF thriller
A game that saw Bears QB Caleb Williams throw for a season-high 330 yards and lead five scoring drives to combat a high-powered 49ers offense ended in a 42-38 defeat Sunday night that knocked Chicago…
Garrett: Steelers' focus more on me than winning
Myles Garrett didn't set the NFL's single-season sacks record Sunday, but he believes the Steelers were more worried about preventing his record than getting the win.
Source: Bears rookie WR Burden has quad injury
Bears rookie WR Luther Burden III suffered a quad injury Sunday night that is not thought to be serious, a source told ESPN.
Ravens-Steelers on SNF to cap Week 18 slate
The NFL announced the full final-weekend schedule, with the marquee matchup between the Ravens and Steelers set to take place on "Sunday Night Football" on NBC, with the winner making the playoffs.
🏆 Tracking the playoff picture and the draft order
We are following the 2025 NFL season's playoff picture. Here's how things look right now for wild-card spots, division races and even the draft order.
Tank talk rubs Raiders wrong way amid latest loss
Raiders players' displeasure regarding the talk of tanking hovering over the organization intensified after a 34-10 loss to the Giants on Sunday.
Bills QB Allen aggravates foot; X-rays negative
Quarterback Josh Allen's right foot became sore once again during the Bills' loss to the Eagles on Sunday.
Purdy 'playing as good as it gets'; 49ers eye 1-seed
For the second week in a row, QB Brock Purdy accounted for five touchdowns as the 49ers outlasted the Bears 42-38 in a wild shootout on "Sunday Night Football" to set up a Week 18 showdown with the…
Pats clinch AFC East; Bills' reign ends with loss
The Patriots clinched their first division title since 2019 on Sunday, dismantling the Jets behind Drake Maye and then watching the Bills fall to the Eagles.
Graziano overreacts to NFC South, AFC North, Patriots, Lions
Are Panthers or Bucs destined to be one-and-done? Can Ravens overtake Pittsburgh? We overreact to Week 17.
The good, bad and ugly of Week 17: Big wins for Niners, Eagles, but what happened to Steelers, Bucs and Packers?
Our NFL Nation reporters answer big questions from each Week 17 game. Here's what you need to know.
A Falcons iron man: Jake Matthews chases dad's historic streak
Atlanta's left tackle will make his 193rd consecutive start on MNF -- 36 behind his Hall of Fame father, Bruce.
Are the Falcons to thank for the Rams' future success?
Thanks to a trade with Atlanta in the last draft, Los Angeles has options when it comes to its future.
'A little side gig': Simone Biles snaps photos during Bears-49ers
The 11-time Olympic medalist appeared as a credentialed photographer during "Sunday Night Football."
'Thank you Browns': Ravens give shoutout to rival for saving season
Baltimore now controls its fate after Cleveland stunned Pittsburgh -- and the Ravens made sure to say thanks.
Have the Patriots somehow rebooted a dynasty -- and become likable?
America is used to the Patriots being great. They've somehow become likable, too.
The first 'Hail Mary': An iconic Cowboys moment and a 50-year Vikings beef
Fifty years after Roger Staubach's Hail Mary, Vikings defenders swear Drew Pearson pushed off.
Where did the Staubach-Pearson 'Hail Mary' football end up after 50 years?
After reeling in the historic pass, Drew Pearson chucked the ball out of the stadium in celebration.
Why Laveranues Coles decided to give up his cushy retired life to become an officer
At age 47, Coles is making an impact in the same community in Jacksonville that he grew up in.
Reasons for optimism and pessimism for all 10 NBA teams that played on Christmas
ESPN analyst Zach Kram picks two stats for the teams that played on Dec. 25, and breaks down why fans should be happy and worried about their title aspirations.
NBA season refresher: Everything you missed, plus standings and awards projections
Here are the biggest storylines you missed in the first half of the 2025-26 NBA regular season, and what to watch in the New Year.
'My legacy is on the line': What Giannis' return means for the Bucks -- and the NBA
The 13-19 Bucks are outside the Eastern Conference play-in. Giannis is back, but will it be enough to save the season and his future in Milwaukee?
Barnes' 25 boards in triple-double tie Raptors mark
Scottie Barnes scored 23 points, matched a Raptors franchise record with a career-high 25 rebounds and added 10 assists for his seventh career triple-double as Toronto beat the Warriors 141-127 in…
Kawhi puts up career-high 55 for streaking Clips
Kawhi Leonard scored a career-high 55 points as the Clippers extended their winning streak with a victory over the Eastern Conference-leading Pistons.
💍 Karl-Anthony Towns proposes to Jordyn Woods
The New York Knicks center and TV personality have been dating since 2020.
Sources: Porzingis out vs. OKC but nearing return
Hawks center Kristaps Porzingis will not play at Oklahoma City on Monday but is nearing a return and will be listed as day-to-day moving forward, sources told ESPN.
Bamba signs 1-year deal with Raptors, agents say
Mo Bamba, who averaged 16.5 points and 12 rebounds with the G League's Salt Lake City Stars this season, has agreed to a one-year deal with the Toronto Raptors, his representatives, Mark Bartelstein…
Pels' Alvarado, Suns' Williams suspended for fight
Pelicans guard Jose Alvarado was suspended two games, and Suns center Mark Williams received a one-game suspension for their roles in a fight during the third quarter of Saturday night's game.
LeBron, Luka 'set the tone' as Lakers right ship
With the Lakers reeling from a three-game slide, a calf injury to Austin Reaves and an air-it-out team meeting coming into Sunday's game against the Kings, LeBron James and Luka Doncic led a dominant…
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Here are the biggest highlights from Brian Windhorst's "The Hoop Collective" podcast.
NBA buzz: Updates, trades and intel from around the league
Catch up on the latest buzz, trade alerts and league intel from our ESPN NBA insiders.
NBA Power Rankings: Young risers to watch on all 30 teams
From ROY and MIP races, our NBA insiders break down all 30 teams' young riser in this week's Power Rankings.
Fantasy basketball points league rankings: Michael Porter Jr. vaults into top 20
Updated fantasy basketball rankings for points leagues: Michael Porter Jr. moves into top 20.
Can Texas Tech billionaire booster Cody Campbell fix college sports?
Texas Tech's billionaire booster has turned the Red Raiders into a powerhouse. Can he fix college sports next?
The best of Indiana sports history: stars, teams, and moments
From the "Hoosiers" to Fernando Mendoza, Indiana has a rich sports legacy.
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26 QBs to watch in the 2026 transfer portal
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Tracking who plans to enter the transfer portal
The transfer portal opens on Friday. We're keeping tabs on players intending to enter.
🏈 Grading Whittingham's move to Michigan
As the coaching carousel continues to spin, we grade every major hire.
Ohio promotes DC Hauser to replace fired Smith
Ohio University is promoting defensive coordinator John Hauser after coach Brian Smith was fired for cause earlier this month.
Longhorns' leading rusher Wisner to enter portal
Texas' leading rusher Quintrevion Wisner plans to enter the NCAA transfer portal, the running back's agent Grayson Sheena of AiC Sports told ESPN.
ECU overcomes inadvertent whistle to upset Pitt
East Carolina coach Blake Harrell was magnanimous about an officiating gaffe that nearly turned the tide in the Pirates' 23-17 Military Bowl win over Pitt on Saturday.
UVA sheds ACC title game loss, secures 11th win
Virginia quarterback Chandler Morris threw for 198 yards and the No. 20 Cavaliers, who lost in the ACC title game to Duke with a shot at the College Football Playoff on the line, outlasted 25th-ranked…
Ex-Michigan commit WR Marchese flips to Auburn
Brady Marchese, ESPN's No. 8 wide receiver prospect, has flipped his commitment from Michigan to Auburn.
Standout RB Hawkins plans to leave North Texas
North Texas running back Caleb Hawkins, a true freshman who leads the FBS with 29 touchdowns, said Sunday he plans to enter the NCAA transfer portal.
Whittingham: U-M title quest my 'final challenge'
Kyle Whittingham said it was a "no-brainer" to take the Michigan job, and he sees a "legitimate" opportunity to win a national title as his "final challenge" as a coach.
Pavia lawyer cites Nnaji's return to college in suit
A lawyer for Diego Pavia cited the NCAA's decision to allow Baylor center James Nnaji to return to college basketball as a reason a judge should let Pavia and others play in 2026 and 2027.
Betting lines for each College Football Playoff quarterfinal matchup, bowl games
Lines for Miami-Ohio State, Oregon-Texas Tech, Alabama-Indiana, Ole Miss-Georgia and all remaining bowl games.
MVPs for every bowl game: Conner Weigman's four TDs help lead Houston to victory
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We made score picks for every postseason CFB game
We made predictions on the final score of every bowl matchup. Check back to see how we fared.
'Just lock in and focus': How to do two jobs in the College Football Playoff
Multiple CFP teams have coordinators taking head jobs elsewhere. For them, it's about compartmentalizing the chaos.
One stat that will make or break 2026 for all 15 NL teams
Here are the numbers that could define your favorite National League squad in the new year.
The number that will decide 2026 for all 15 American League teams
We did the NL. Now it's time to dive into the stats that could make -- or break -- each AL club in the new year.
↔️ Free agency tracker: Offseason trades, moves
We've got you covered on all the major MLB hot stove signings and trades.
Phillies' Harper commits to Team USA for '26 WBC
Team USA has its first baseman as Phillies star Bryce Harper announced he has committed to play in the World Baseball Classic.
McNeil dealt to A's amid Mets' offseason overhaul
The Athletics have acquired utilityman Jeff McNeil from the Mets in a trade that continues New York's roster overhaul and adds a veteran to the A's deep lineup.
Sources: Pirates, O'Hearn agree to 2-year deal
First baseman Ryan O'Hearn, who earned his first All-Star selection last season, has reached a two-year, $29M deal with the Pirates, sources told ESPN.
Marlins, reliever Fairbanks finalize 1-year deal
Pete Fairbanks, who had a career-high 27 saves for the Rays last season, has finalized a one-year deal with the Marlins. It is for $13 million, sources told ESPN.
Reds, OF Bleday reach agreement on 1-year deal
The Reds and outfielder JJ Bleday have reached agreement on a one-year contract. The former No. 4 overall pick spent the past three seasons with the Athletics.
Sources: Cubs, RHP Harvey agree to 1-year deal
The Cubs and free agent reliever Hunter Harvey have agreed to a 1-year contract, sources confirmed to ESPN.
Sources: Soderstrom, A's agree to $86M deal
Left fielder Tyler Soderstrom and the A's are in agreement on a seven-year, $86 million contract with a club option for an eighth season and escalators that can max out at $131 million, sources told…
Eflin re-signs with Orioles on one-year, $10M deal
The Baltimore Orioles and right-hander Zach Eflin agreed on a one-year contract, reuniting the two sides as Baltimore continues investing in its roster after a disappointing 2025 season.
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Who says the baseball offseason slows down for the holidays? Let's remember some free agent signings and trades.
MLB offseason grades: Marlins nab Pete Fairbanks; Pirates add O'Hearn
We've got you covered with grades and analysis on every winter signing and big offseason trade.
Fantasy baseball: Who will be the next to unwrap a new long-term contract?
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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