✍ Grading all 32 teams at the quarter mark
From multiple A's down to two F's, here's what has gone right (and wrong) for every club.
Blues' Snuggerud (wrist surgery) to miss 6 weeks
St. Louis Blues rookie forward Jimmy Snuggerud will miss up to six weeks to have surgery on his left wrist, the team announced Monday morning.
Sources: Rangers' Fox (upper body) set for LTIR
The Rangers will place defenseman Adam Fox on long-term injured reserve with an upper body injury, sources told ESPN's Emily Kaplan. Fox is considered week-to-week but should be ready for the Olympics…
VGK's Hart to debut after sex assault acquittal
Carter Hart, who hasn't appeared in an NHL game in two years, will debut Tuesday for the Vegas Golden Knights following his leave of absence for sexual assault allegations.
Foote latest acquitted player to return to pros
Cal Foote has signed an American Hockey League contract with the Chicago Wolves, making him the fourth of five players acquitted of...
Norris (2 goals, assist) stars in Sabres return
Josh Norris matched his career-best single game points total in the Sabres' 5-1 win over the Jets on Monday night, making a triumphant return to the lineup after suffering an upper-body injury in the…
Crosby nets 2 more vs. Flyers amid Lemieux chase
Sidney Crosby scored his 58th and 59th career goals against the Flyers on Monday night. His continued excellence in the cross-state rivalry helped lead the Penguins to a 5-1 win.
The NHL's best this week: Kyle Palmieri, 'hockey guy'
The Islanders forward tore his ACL -- then made a brilliant pass to set up a goal. Plus, what to watch this week.
NHL Power Rankings: New 1-32 poll, reasons for hope for each team
The Lightning, Wild and Kings make a jump, while the Penguins, Jets and Blackhawks fall.
NHL futures: Risers, fallers and why playoff odds haven't caught up to the Sharks
The biggest risers in the NHL's future odds, as well as why the long shot San Jose Sharks could be a good bet.
Standouts, key takeaways from the CHL-USHL Prospect Challenge
The top players met for a showcase this week ahead of the 2026 NHL draft. Who (and what) stood out most?
Can the Predators turn their season around?
Nashville is the worst team in the standings. Is there any hope of contention -- or is it time to make trades?
The Thanksgiving Panic Index: Which NHL teams are the most concerned?
Teams in playoff position on the holiday tend to stay there (77.1% since 2005). Who is in the best and worst shape?
December schedule hacks: Stack your lineups with Devils, Mammoth players
Your essential guide to lineup strategy for December, including how to use the NHL schedule to your advantage.
Rankings: Top players for 2025-26
Here are the highest-ranked fantasy hockey players, with Matt Boldy rising and Connor Hellebuyck out injured.
Team USA hockey reveals 2026 Milan Olympic jerseys
The uniforms are an homage to the 1960s squad, which won America's first ice hockey gold medal.
What actually matters from every Week 13 game: Top AFC seed for Patriots? Panthers are legit?
Our NFL Nation reporters answer big questions from each Week 13 game.
Sorting five overreactions to Week 13: NFC South battle? Cowboys to the playoffs?
Could we see a Tampa-Carolina championship tilt? Are last year's Super Bowl teams cooked?
Drake Maye strengthens MVP case against Giants; Patriots win 10th straight
New England is the first team to 11 wins in the NFL, and showed why against the visiting Giants.
Reid defiant with Chiefs' playoff hopes dwindling
Chiefs coach Andy Reid sounded downright defiant Monday when asked about his team's dwindling playoff hopes, which took a hit not only last week with a Thanksgiving loss to the Cowboys but over the…
Chargers' Herbert day-to-day after hand surgery
Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert is day-to-day after undergoing surgery on his fractured left hand Monday in Los Angeles, per the team.
Giants rookie Carter benched again to start game
Giants first-round pick Abdul Carter didn't start or play early in Monday night's matchup with the Patriots due to a "coach's decision."
Jaguars' Coen shrugs off punter's alleged threat
Jaguars punter Logan Cooke allegedly saying he would kill Titans running back Julius Chestnut during a skirmish in Sunday's game is normal trash talk between players, coach Liam Coen said.
Eagles OC's house gets egged after loss to Bears
The New Jersey home of Eagles offensive coordinator Kevin Patullo was vandalized with eggs early Saturday morning, following the team's loss to the Bears, police said.
Thielen cut to seek bigger role in last NFL season
The Vikings have waived Adam Thielen at the veteran wide receiver's request, the team announced Monday.
🏈 2026 draft: Top prospects and risers to watch
Who's in the hunt to go No. 1? How does the QB class look? Which teams need defense? And who could rise at the combine? Let's answer big questions on this class.
Olszewski (concussion), Tracy (hip) exit Giants' loss
Giants kick returner Gunner Olszewski left Monday night's game against the Patriots because of a concussion after taking a helmet-to-helmet hit from linebacker Christian Elliss.
Lions CB Arnold to IR, out at least four games
The Lions have placed cornerback Terrion Arnold on the injured reserve list with a shoulder injury, which will sideline him for at least four games.
Bears HC Ben Johnson's viral celebration triggers free hot dogs
The Wieners Circle will hand out free hot dogs on Tuesday beginning at 11 a.m. CT after Ben Johnson went shirtless in his postgame celebration.
How the Raiders looked in first game with Greg Olson as interim OC
How the Raiders fared in their first game after offensive coordinator Chip Kelly's firing.
Packers' Wicks even impressed the official
Dontayvion Wicks had a pair of scores on Thanksgiving, including one that Lions fans weren't happy about.
Liam Coen to face biggest test yet in AFC South race
The Jaguars will play the Colts on Sunday -- with sole possession of first place in the AFC South on the line.
Free agents: Kyle Monangai and Bam Knight are essential pickups
All the free agent options worth adding as we look ahead to Week 14 and the start of the fantasy football playoff season.
Buzz: Justin Herbert set for surgery, but aims to play in Week 14
The Chargers' QB will undergo surgery on Monday, while Jakobi Meyers keeps producing for the Jaguars.
'A man of the people': Caleb Williams and more of NFL Week 13's top quotes
Week 13 of the NFL season delivered not only on the field, but off it as well, offering plenty of memorable quotes.
Big win, better trolls: Panthers poke fun at Rams after upset
NFL teams didn't take the holiday week off from being petty at their opponents after big wins.
Early bets for Week 14: Bears cover at Green Bay, Cowboys have edge on Lions
What lines offered value once odds came out? Here are four game bets and a futures play to consider making.
NFL futures: Rams remain Super Bowl favorites despite loss, Seahawks climbing, Chiefs falling
Updated 2025 NFL win totals and odds for every team to make the playoffs, win their division, conference and Super Bowl LX.
Draft risers, questions and notes: Can T.J. Parker climb back up the board?
See our draft notes, including what to make of Parker's three-sack game on Saturday and Trevor Goosby's rise.
Four intriguing divisions, 10 teams and playoffs on the line: Barnwell makes sense of close races
It feels like every division is still up for grabs this season. Let's take a closer look at particularly tight races in the NFC West, NFC South, AFC South and AFC North.
NFL playoff picture projections: Updated chances to make the postseason, win divisions
We're looking ahead to how the 14-team playoff picture could line up en route to Super Bowl LX.
60K club: Stafford passes Ryan for eighth all time, Rodgers hits 65,000
Matthew Stafford needed 191 yards coming into Week 1 to join the prestigious quarterback club.
Will your team make the playoffs? Simulate the rest of the regular season
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Which NFL players are the best (and worst) locker room DJs? What music do they play?
The key to a good DJ is understanding the room's vibe and being versatile -- and not always playing NBA YoungBoy.
👀 Why LeBron's most remarkable streak is at risk
James has scored in double-digits for nearly 1,300 straight games. But there is another streak that's even more remarkable -- and now in danger.
OKC's Hartenstein out 10-14 days with calf strain
Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein will be sidelined at least 10 to 14 days because of a right soleus strain, the team announced Saturday evening.
Hawks' Young (MCL) to be reevaluated in 2 weeks
Hawks star point guard Trae Young's sprained right MCL injury is progressing well, and the team says he will be reevaluated in approximately two weeks.
Warriors sign Seth Curry for remainder of season
The Golden State Warriors will sign veteran guard Seth Curry to a contract for the remainder of the season.
76ers' Embiid returns in chaotic 2OT loss to Hawks
Joel Embiid, Paul George and Tyrese Maxey shared the court for the first time this season Sunday night, but that became a footnote in a chaotic double-overtime loss to the Hawks.
$8.2M tax lien against Rozier released by IRS
The IRS released the $8.2 million tax lien filed against Terry Rozier, the NBA veteran who was arrested and charged with conspiracy to commit wire fraud and money laundering related to his alleged…
Suns' Booker ruled out vs. Lakers with groin injury
The Suns say Devin Booker will not return to Monday night's game at Los Angeles because of a right groin injury.
Who is NBA Cup MVP? Can anyone stop OKC? Big questions ahead of the quarters
ESPN's NBA insiders are breaking down the biggest NBA Cup group stage surprises and what lies ahead in the knockout rounds.
'When do we get our Siakam?': What to make of the Bulls' uneven early season
From a 6-1 start to a 9-10 record to begin December, which Chicago Bulls team is the real version and what could be next?
Is the injured Victor Wembanyama a bet worth making for MVP and DPOY
Snellings on betting on NBA MVP, Rookie Of The Year, as well as defensive player and sixth man awards.
NBA futures: Is there value in betting the Lakers to win the championship?
The Lakers enter the week with a 15-4 record, but is it a good value to bet on Luka, LeBron and company to win it all this season?
Fast break: Eric Moody on Mikal Bridges' durability, Kel'el Ware's rise and more
Fantasy basketball insights, including Bridges' durability and production, Ware's second-year rise, more.
Fantasy basketball pickups: Jay Huff, Cameron Johnson among players to add
Every week in fantasy basketball, there are available players who can help fill holes in your roster. Here are the ones to add for the week ahead.
NBA consecutive scoring streaks: Player records to know
LeBron and SGA are among players with impressive scoring streaks. Check out other notable records.
How a legendary historian is quietly fueling OKC's championship rise
As OKC GM Sam Presti formed a Thunder team built for a dynasty, he was inspired by a man who has been working on the same project for more than 50 years.
Kentucky fires Mark Stoops: What's ahead for Wildcats?
Stoops departs after 13 years at Kentucky -- a job that could attract some interesting candidates.
Miami AD: ACC should revisit tiebreaker system
A four-game winning streak might not be enough for 10-2 Miami to make the College Football Playoff, and Hurricanes athletic director Dan Radakovich told ESPN the ACC should revisit its tiebreaker…
Sources: Chesney set to be named UCLA coach
James Madison coach Bob Chesney has emerged as the target of UCLA's coaching search, sources told ESPN, and is set to sign a five-year deal that will be finalized after James Madison's Sun Belt…
Michigan State hires Fitzgerald, touts 'new era'
Former Northwestern coach Pat Fitzgerald was hired Monday as the new football coach at Michigan State. Sources told ESPN that it's a five-year deal.
Kentucky names Oregon OC Stein as next HC
Oregon offensive coordinator Will Stein was named the head football coach at Kentucky on Monday.
Kiffin ready to make LSU nation's 'best program'
A day after flying out of Oxford, Mississippi, Lane Kiffin was introduced as LSU coach Monday, promising to restore the Tigers to being "the best program in all of college football," while detailing…
Sumrall sees 'exhilarating challenge' with Gators
With Florida legends Urban Meyer and Steve Spurrier sitting a few feet away, and dozens of players also in the room, new Gators coach Jon Sumrall took center stage on Monday, as the program introduced…
Bobcats put Smith on leave, Hauser named interim
Ohio Bobcats coach Brian Smith has been put on leave for undisclosed reasons, and defensive coordinator Jon Hauser has taken over on an interim basis.
Sources: BYU coach Sitake focus of PSU search
The Penn State coaching search, which has gone quiet in the past few weeks, has focused on BYU coach Kalani Sitake, sources told ESPN on Monday, confirming a report by On3.
👀 Bowl projections: Forecasting every matchup
With bowl season fast approaching, we forecast who will play where, including the College Football Playoff.
Wetzel: Lane Kiffin left an actual playoff team for a theoretical one. He should be honest about why
Kiffin might be a great coach, but he isn't being treated unfairly by Ole Miss or "the calendar" or anything else.
Indiana-Ohio State, Duke-Virginia and lines for every conference championship game
This week's odds and FPI predictions for Indiana-Ohio State, Duke-Virginia and every conference championship game.
Lane Kiffin, Thanksgiving and CFB conference champs: A busy weekend at the sportsbooks
How sportsbooks are evaluating Ole Miss and the College Football Playoff race.
Power Rankings: Texas Tech jumps into top five; two new teams join the list
What were the biggest surprises from each top 25 team this season?
AP Week 14 poll reaction: What's next for each Top 25 team
A look at the new Top 25 after Week 14.
Week 14 takeaways: A chaotic tiebreaker in the ACC, plus surprising wins
Our college football experts break down key storylines and performances from Week 14.
'For every kid who ever had a dream, make it reality': Syracuse lands commitment from rapper Toosii
The double-platinum rapper documented his journey to Division-I college football on social media before his Syracuse commitment.
Can Ohio State be beaten? Can Texas make the playoff? Can any team win the ACC?
Why the Buckeyes are so dominant, the ACC is so confusing and the playoff picture still isn't settled.
Projecting Tuesday's penultimate CFP top 12
We assess how the committee could stack the top teams in the country after Week 14.
NFL draft risers, questions and notes: Can T.J. Parker climb back up the board?
We have NFL draft notes through CFB Week 14, including what to make of T.J. Parker's three-sack game and Trevor Goosby's rise.
Latest recruiting intel and what you need to know before the early signing period
We're days away from the early signing period. Time for college coaches to finish the 2026 recruiting classes.
Inside weird and wonderful college football rivalry trophies
What do an axe, skillet and a gold boot have in common? Meet the iconic rivalry trophies of college football.
↔️ Free agency tracker: Offseason trades, moves
We've got you covered on all the major MLB hot stove signings and trades.
Red Sox acquire durable Gray in trade with Cards
The Red Sox have acquired veteran Sonny Gray in a trade with the Cardinals in exchange for two pitchers. The three-time All-Star was 14-8 with a 4.28 ERA last season.
Skenes receives record $3.4M in pre-arbitration
Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes received a record $3,436,343 from the pre-arbitration bonus pool, according to figures compiled by MLB and the players' association.
Exemptions for ADHD drugs drop to record-low
A record low 54 major league players were given permission to use medication for ADHD, down from 61 last year and 119 in 2013.
Rays hire ex-O's manager Hyde as senior adviser
Former Baltimore Orioles manager Brandon Hyde was hired Monday by the Tampa Bay Rays as senior adviser of baseball operations.
Source: Angels in talks to buy out Rendon deal
The Angels and Anthony Rendon are in talks about buying out the final year of his seven-year, $245M contract, a source told ESPN. The third baseman is expected to retire.
Sources: Jays, Cease reach 7-year, $210M deal
Right-hander Dylan Cease, who has made at least 32 starts in each of the past five seasons, reached a seven-year, $210 million deal with the Blue Jays, sources told ESPN.
Orioles, closer Helsley agree to 2-year contract
Closer Ryan Helsley and the Baltimore Orioles are in agreement on a two-year contract that includes an opt-out after the first season, sources told ESPN.
Sources: Mets give D. Williams 3-year, $51M deal
The New York Mets and reliever Devin Williams agreed to a three-year, $51 million deal, league sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan Monday night, giving the club a replacement for Edwin Diaz should the…
How good are this year's top Japanese free agents -- and who could sign them?
We break down what to expect from Tatsuya Imai, Munetaka Murakami and Kazuma Okamoto in 2026.
MLB offseason survey: 16 execs predict free agency, blockbuster trades and more
We surveyed the sport on the biggest free agents and top trade candidates as baseball's hot stove heats up.
Will there be baseball in 2027? Is a salary cap coming? What you need to know about MLB's looming labor battle
With the CBA set to expire one year from today, we answer baseball's burning questions.
MLB offseason grades: Reliever Devin Williams joins Mets after rough season with Yankees
We've got you covered with grades and analysis on every winter signing and big offseason trade.
They hired who? Making sense of MLB's newest class of managers
A 33-year-old, a college coach, a recently retired reliever ... it's been quite an offseason for unconventional skippers. What does it mean?
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.
Do Don Mattingly and Dale Murphy belong in Cooperstown? Breaking down the contemporary era ballot
What makes a Hall of Famer, anyway? We take a closer look at the eight candidates.
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