📈 Way-too-early NHL Power Rankings
Here's how the teams stack up looking ahead to next fall -- and what to watch this offseason.
Hurricanes' Staal, 37, oldest Conn Smythe winner
Hurricanes captain Jordan Staal became the oldest player to win the Conn Smythe Trophy at age 37.
Tortorella leaves door open for return to Vegas
Coach John Tortorella said he had yet to consider his future with the Golden Knights after their loss Sunday night to the Hurricanes in the Stanley Cup Final.
Weiss named 1st coach of PWHL's Las Vegas club
The PWHL's Las Vegas expansion team has named Kim Weiss its new head coach. Weiss has spent the past two seasons as an assistant in the AHL.
Canes favored among crowded pack for '27 title
The Hurricanes are a leading +700 to win the Stanley Cup for the 2026-27 season, followed by the Avalanche (+800) and Golden Knights (+850). The Oilers (11-1), Panthers (11-1) and Lightning (12-1)…
Hurricanes win Game 6, raise Cup for second time
Taylor Hall and Jackson Blake each scored their seventh goal of the playoffs and Nikolaj Ehlers had an empty-net tally as the Hurricanes topped the Golden Knights 3-0 in Game 6 to claim the…
Report: NHL to review Babcock's CBJ resignation
The NHL is beginning an investigation into Mike Babcock's resignation as coach of the Columbus Blue Jackets in September 2023 before he coached a game for them, a person with knowledge of the…
2026 NHL draft order: Picks 1-224 including all 32...
Here's a list of the top picks in the event taking place in Buffalo on June 26 and 27.
Stanley Cup odds: Canes, Avs top 2027 favorites, r...
The Carolina Hurricanes, Colorado Avalanche and Vegas Golden Knights are favorites to win the 2027 Stanley Cup.
The jock, the nerd and the Stanley Cup championship
Coach Rod Brind'Amour and GM Eric Tulsky blended the perfect recipe, creating a team that won its first Cup in 20 years -- and will be back for more.
Keys to the offseason: Free agency plans for Hurri...
We explore the next moves each team should make this summer and forecast expectations for 2026-27.
How undrafted players became so vital to NHL teams...
Nearly 15% of NHL players in 2025-26 were undrafted, including six playing in the Stanley Cup Final.
Will Bengals regain contender status? Front office...
Looking to maximize Joe Burrow's window, the Bengals acquired Dexter Lawrence during active offseason.
Browns' QB competition and 4 more things learned f...
Whether Shedeur Sanders or Deshaun Watson will start and the WRs' fit are among Cleveland's top storylines.
Lingering Saints questions: Alvin Kamara, Cam Jord...
New Orleans searching for answers at RB, edge rusher and WR ahead of this week's mandatory minicamp,
😐 Reid coy on Kelce-Swift wedding attendance
According to Reid, despite being half of one of the most anticipated weddings in recent memory, Kelce is focused on training camp.
Sources: No NFL discipline for Chiefs coach Merrit...
The NFL has concluded its investigation of Kansas City Chiefs defensive backs coach Dave Merritt and found insufficient evidence of a violation of the personal conduct policy, sources told NFL…
Retired Ragnow: Body told me to stop playing
One year after announcing his abrupt retirement on social media, former Lions center Frank Ragnow broke his silence on the process and the failed physical that prevented his in-season return.
NFL closes personal conduct review of WR Diggs
The NFL has closed its review of wide receiver Stefon Diggs after determining there was insufficient evidence of a personal conduct policy violation, a league official told ESPN's Adam Schefter.
Former defensive lineman Aldon Smith dies at 36
Aldon Smith, who played six seasons in the NFL with the 49ers, Raiders and Cowboys, has died at age 36.
Sources: Jets, durable Tippmann reach $62M deal
The Jets and right guard Joe Tippmann have agreed to a four-year, $62 million contract extension that includes $31 million in new guarantees, sources told ESPN on Monday.
Source: Pearce with Falcons, to attend minicamp
Falcons edge rusher James Pearce Jr. is back with the team and expected to take part in this week's minicamp, ESPN's Adam Schefter reported Monday.
Source: Pickens reports ahead of Cowboys' camp
As a precursor to this week's mandatory minicamp, Dallas Cowboys wide receiver George Pickens took his physical Monday at The Star, according to a source.
Broncos' Cooper arrested for alleged harassment
Broncos linebacker Jonathon Cooper was arrested Thursday after he allegedly violated a protection order against him, according to jail records.
Raiders players' first impressions of QB Fernando ...
We asked players and coaches about their first impressions of the Raiders' rookie and No. 1 pick during OTAs.
Fantasy buzz: Bears RB committee limits upside, bu...
Matt Bowen breaks down the expected usage for D'Andre Swift and Kyle Monangai this season.
To draft or not to draft? Eight players fantasy fo...
Is there a player you're too cautious with that everyone else seems to love -- or vice versa? You're not alone.
$63.4M per year to Mahomes? Let's size up the bigg...
Will Patrick Mahomes stick as the highest-paid QB? Could another edge rusher top Will Anderson Jr.? We named the next players to get PAID at every position.
NFL minicamp daily updates: Caleb Williams having ...
ESPN's NFL Nation shares news and insights from every practice.
From QB battles to rookie progress, here's everyth...
NFL Nation reporters frame minicamp storylines, including those surrounding George Pickens, Bo Nix and the QBs in Atlanta.
Man of the rising sun: Giants' Winston helps Japan...
In each of their World Cup appearances, Japanese fans have cleaned up their section following their matches and Jameis Winston joined in with them Sunday.
Cap casualties to trade fireworks: Inside the NFL'...
More than 15 coaches, players and execs shed light on the back-to-back trades that happened on a key June day.
Tracking postdraft NFL trades: Wanya Morris to the...
We're following trades right through the kickoff of the 2026 NFL season, including Wanya Morris to the Falcons.
Can the U.S. win it all? NFL players make World Cu...
We asked 29 NFL players to weigh in on who would win the Golden Boot and World Cup.
World Cup only amplifies NFL players' desire for a...
The World Cup is the latest proof of concept that it's possible to have grass fields in all 30 NFL stadiums, even the domes. But obstacles remain from keeping it full time.
It was all by design: The case for MSG as part of ...
As for where they're getting married, has the "Life of a Showgirl" singer already spelled it out for us?
Way-too-early NFL draft rankings for 2027: The top...
The NFL draft is a long way off, but Matt Miller and Jordan Reid ranked the five best prospects at every position. How do the top QBs, OTs, CBs and more stack up?
'It's a community thing': Cam Bynum to travel to P...
Bynum, who is half-Filipino and makes his offseason home in the Philippines, said he'll focus on addressing issues such as the lack of clean water due to broken pipes.
Harden charged with unlawful carrying of weapon
Cavaliers guard James Harden was arrested early Saturday morning in Houston and has been charged with a misdemeanor unlawful carrying of a weapon.
🏆 'BING BONG': Top reactions to Knicks' title
The sports world had plenty to say about the Knicks' third title, their first since 1973.
Euphoric fans celebrate Knicks' title across NYC
It was bedlam on Broadway as the Knicks won their first NBA championship in 53 years.
Wemby: Losing in Finals 'biggest lesson of my life...
Spurs star Victor Wembanyama says he is "not running away" from the pain of losing to the Knicks in the NBA Finals, calling the experience "the biggest learning moment" of his life.
Knicks cap brilliant run with long-awaited NBA tit...
During a postseason in which comeback victories had become their specialty, the Knicks completed one of the most dominant playoff runs in NBA history with a title-clinching 94-90 win over the Spurs.
Three teams ahead of Knicks in 2027 title odds
Three teams -- the Spurs, Thunder and Celtics -- have better odds to win the 2027 NBA championship than the Knicks at sportsbooks around the nation.
Peterson visits Wizards, won't meet other teams
Top NBA draft prospect Darryn Peterson has visited the Wizards but does not plan to grant another team a meeting, sources told ESPN.
Sources: Wizard's Sarr fractures foot, has surgery...
Wizards center Alex Sarr has undergone surgery to repair a fractured right foot and is expected to be healthy for the start of the season, the team announced Monday.
Sources: Bulls finalizing hiring of Splitter as HC...
Chicago has reached a deal to hire Tiago Splitter, who guided the Trail Blazers to a 42-20 record, to succeed Billy Donovan as the Bulls' coach, sources told ESPN.
Get ready for a wild NBA offseason: 10 teams to wa...
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First look at next season's NBA Power Rankings: Kn...
Here's where all 30 NBA teams stand ahead of the 2026-27 season, based on votes from our insiders. Who's No. 1? And who's No. 30?
Copy of New York wins! Inside the locker room of the first...
For decades, the Knicks flailed and chased -- for quick fixes, superstars, splashy hires. But then they chose Jalen Brunson, and the rest is history.
Copy of Roster lessons from Knicks' title, and why there's...
Here's how the Knicks built their team to get there, and what the Finals outcome means both sides.
Six trades to transform the draft: We deal eight o...
A historic top-2 swap and a Giannis blockbuster headline six offers that would rock draft night.
Updated NBA mock draft: Predicting all 60 picks on...
We have an updated 2026 mock draft, predicting all 60 picks as trade talks heat up a week out from draft night.
Grading bold preseason predictions for all 30 team...
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Latest NBA buzz: Everything we're hearing ahead of...
We're tracking the latest news, rumors and buzz across the NBA, including what we're hearing on Giannis Antetokounmpo ahead of trade season.
Victor Wembanyama's time is coming -- it just wasn...
The Spurs phenom had an outstanding postseason, but his flaws were on display in the Finals loss to the Knicks.
Go New York Go: After a 53-year wait, the NBA titl...
New York has delivered some of the greatest championships of the past 53 years. Finally, the Knicks have theirs.
'Every team has to go through a little chaos': How...
The New York Knicks, after 53 years of waiting, are finally NBA champions again. Here's why their path to glory wasn't easy.
NBA futures: Runners-up one year, champions the ne...
With the 2025-26 season wrapped up, here's an early look at the odds for the 2027 NBA Finals.
Go N.Y., Go N.Y., Go: Life 19,392 days ago when th...
The New York Knicks are NBA champions for the first time since 1973 -- 53 years ago.
🏈 Future Power Rankings: All 68 Power 4 teams
Coaches, current roster, recruits: Who has the best overall team over the next two seasons?
Sources: Kentucky targeting Michigan St. AD Batt
Kentucky has hired Michigan State AD J Batt to serve in the same position with the Wildcats as he returns to the SEC. Sources told ESPN that it is a six-year deal.
Clemson WR Smith gets injunction to play in '26
Clemson wide receiver Tristan Smith received a temporary injunction against the NCAA from a South Carolina judge, clearing the way for him to play this season.
Darlington, Nebraska asst. for 30 seasons, dies
George Darlington, the longest-serving assistant coach in Nebraska football history and a member of three national championship teams under Tom Osborne, has died at the age of 87.
Deion on gambling scandal: 'Something's wrong'
Colorado coach Deion Sanders says "something's wrong with that" when it comes to someone gambling on their own team.
Big 12 sues Texas Tech, Texas AG over Sorsby
The Big 12 filed a federal lawsuit Monday in the Northern District of Texas seeking both a declaratory judgment and injunctive relief to allow the league the authority to use its bylaws to potentially…
NCAA asks court for Sorsby ruling before season
The NCAA said a judge overstepped in granting Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby a temporary injunction allowing him to return to college football and is asking an appeals court for an expedited…
Who are the best players in the 2027 NFL draft cla...
The NFL draft is a long way off, but Matt Miller and Jordan Reid ranked the five best prospects at every position. How do the top QBs, OTs, CBs and more stack up?
Ranking the top receivers in college football: Jer...
The Ohio State star is clearly No. 1 on the list, but after that the debate begins.
Big 12 preview: Can anyone catch up to surging Tex...
With QB Brendan Sorsby (apparently) in the fold, the Red Raiders clearly are the team to beat, but contenders are out there.
Wetzel: Don't blame Texas Tech for a judge's bad r...
You might hate the ruling in the Brendan Sorsby case, but Texas Tech is doing what any school would in this situation.
2027 recruiting class rankings: Jon Sumrall shows ...
These schools are setting the pace as the recruiting race heats up.
⚽ Red Sox host 'Scotland Day' amid World Cup
The Tartan Army -- Scotland's supporters organization -- led a fan march from Evans Way Park to the ballpark, bagpipe music and all.
Rockies take advantage of Vegas heat, score 23
The Rockies took advantage of a 101-degree afternoon in Las Vegas to set a franchise record for runs with 23 in Sunday's victory over the Athletics.
Royals' Pasquantino could be out up to 6 weeks
Royals first baseman Vinnie Pasquantino had surgery on a fractured hamate bone in his right hand and could miss up to six weeks.
Rangers' Seager on concussion IL after collision
Rangers shortstop Corey Seager, who hasn't played since being involved in a home plate collision on Thursday, has been placed on the seven-day concussion IL.
Mets righty Scott (hip) latest starter to hit IL
The New York Mets are placing right-hander Christian Scott on the injured list with a hip injury Monday, in another blow to the team's starting rotation.
De La Cruz runs bases; rehab assignment soon
Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz, who has been sidelined since June 1 with a hamstring strain, ran the bases on Monday could go on a rehab assignment this weekend.
Strider sees specialist, shut down for 4 weeks
The Braves have shut down Spencer Strider for four weeks due to elbow inflammation, but Atlanta did get some good news with the return of catcher Drake Baldwin.
Copy of The 15 early-round MLB draft prospects to know in ...
From an SEC hitter with big-time power to a top 2027 draft prospect you've never heard of, let's rank the future major league stars to watch in Omaha.
A 15-K Maddux! Where Jacob Misiorowski's historic ...
In case you Miz'd it, the Brewers' ace is continuing to dominate with another stellar outing Friday night. Here's what made the shutout so special.
Two World Series contenders, two very different pa...
As L.A. and Tampa Bay battle at Dodger Stadium, we break down their rosters.
MLB awards: Yordan Alvarez overtakes Bobby Witt Jr...
Who are the favorites to win season-long honors? Here are the odds for MVP, Cy Young and Rookie of the Year in the AL and NL.
MLB Power Rankings: Two unlikely playoff contender...
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Real or Not: It's time to panic about these early ...
A number of teams and stars are still struggling two months into the season. Do their slow starts define who they are in 2026?
Free agent pickups: Bryce Eldridge leads a (fantas...
The top players you should consider claiming off the fantasy baseball waiver wire this week.
Fireworks! Backflips! A cup of Jamo? What should the pitcher equivalent of bat flips be?
Why should hitters have all the fun? It's time for pitchers to have their own brand of celebrations on the mound.
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