Georgia to California: SportsCenter's 50-in-50 Week 3 quiz
Did someone say sports trivia? As "SportsCenter" continues its summer road trip, we're back for our third "state check."
From adding talent to losing captains: NHL teams that changed the most this offseason
From the Sharks to the Stars, here are 12 teams most impacted by offseason moves -- for better and for worse.
NHL free agency tracker: Updated list of the summer signings
Our updated list features details on every player signed beginning on June 30.
Sharks obtain forward Reaves in trade with Leafs
The Toronto Maple Leafs traded rugged forward Ryan Reaves to the San Jose Sharks on Thursday for defenseman Henry Thrun.
Avs defenseman Manson signs 2-year extension
The Avalanche signed defenseman Josh Manson to a two-year contract extension through 2027-28 on Thursday.
Stars ship Dumba to Pens for Kolyachonok, pick
The Stars and Penguins swapped defensemen Thursday with Dallas sending Matt Dumba to Pittsburgh in return for Vladislav Kolyachonok and a 2028 second-round pick.
Panthers bring back Samoskevich on 1-year deal
The two-time defending Stanley Cup champion Florida Panthers have re-signed forward Mackie Samoskevich to a one-year deal, the team announced Thursday.
Devin Booker's new deal joins biggest active contracts in NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL
The Phoenix Suns shooting guard's deal gives him the richest average salary in NBA history.
Rankings: Top players for 2025-26
Start preparing for 2025-26 fantasy hockey drafts, with rankings for the top players broken down by position.
Lightning trade top prospect Howard to Oilers
The Lightning traded reigning Hobey Baker award winner Isaac Howard to the Oilers Tuesday for prospect center Sam O'Reilly.
Likely top NHL pick McKenna commits to Penn St.
Gavin McKenna, 17, the projected No. 1 pick of 2026 NHL draft, is committing to Penn State, he announced on 'SportsCenter' on Tuesday, telling ESPN that he feels "this is the next step in my…
Avalanche add ex-Kraken coach Hakstol to staff
The Avalanche added former Seattle head coach Dave Hakstol to their staff Tuesday as an assistant to boost a power-play unit that struggled in the postseason.
NHL, PA extend CBA, with 84 games, through '30
The NHL and NHL Players' Association have ratified their four-year extension of the CBA, which includes an 84-game regular season, through 2030.
Who had the NHL's best offseason? Grades for all 32 teams
How well has each GM done so far this summer? The grades are in, from one A+ down to a D.
'Gritty' McBain secures 5-year deal from Mammoth
The Utah Mammoth re-signed center Jack McBain, 25, who set a career high of 27 points while playing in all 82 games last season, to a five-year contract worth $21.25 million on Monday, a deal that…
Johnson, 2-time Cup winner with Lightning, retires
Former Chicago Blackhawks forward Tyler Johnson, 34, announced his retirement after playing 13 NHL seasons and winning the Stanley Cup twice with the Tampa Bay Lightning, explaining in a Monday social…
'Workhorse' York nets five-year deal from Flyers
Defenseman Cam York, 25, and the Philadelphia Flyers agreed to terms Monday on a five-year contract worth $25.75 million, a price that could turn out to be a bargain with the salary-cap limit rising…
From New York to Michigan: SportsCenter's 50-in-50 Week 2 quiz
You say you're a fan, but how well do you know your state sports trivia? Cue our second "state check" of the summer.
Fantasy impact of faces in new places: Marner, Ehlers, Gibson and more
Fantasy hockey impact of players on the move, and the prime roles that open up, as NHL free agency gets moving.
NHL free agency 2025: Signing grades for Ehlers, Burns, Granlund, more
With free agency underway, we're handing out marks for all of the big deals around the league.
Canes sign coveted Ehlers to 6-year, $51M deal
The Carolina Hurricanes have made their splashy offseason signing, inking forward Nik Ehlers to a six-year, $51 million contract on Thursday.
Sources: Bears extend GM Poles through 2029
The Bears and general manager Ryan Poles have reached agreement on a contract extension that ties him to Chicago through the 2029 season, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter on Friday.
🏈 Barnwell: Ranking WR, TE, RB groups for 2025
Which teams have the best skill position talent around their quarterback? We stacked all 32 from worst to first.
Sources: NFLPA, NFL concealed collusion findings
In wake of revelations, NFLPA now says it will appeal the Jan. 14 arbitration ruling.
NFLPA head works for firm OK'd to invest in NFL
Lloyd Howell Jr. joined the firm in March 2023, three months before the NFLPA hired him to be the players' chief representative in relations with the league.
Eli passes on Giants stake: 'Too expensive for me'
After initially being interested, former Giants quarterback Eli Manning has opted not to buy an ownership stake in the team, saying "it's too expensive for me."
Vikes pass rusher Turner scammed out of $240K
Vikings outside linebacker Dallas Turner was allegedly a victim of a bank fraud scheme that resulted in the theft of $240,000.
Ex-Jags employee faces theft charges in Florida
Florida authorities have brought state grand theft charges against former Jaguars employee Amit Patel, who stole more than $22 million from the team, according to state records.
49ers WR Robinson pleads no contest to DUI
49ers wide receiver Demarcus Robinson pleaded no contest this week to a misdemeanor DUI charge and was sentenced to three years' probation.
Agent: Bolts' Harris hurt eye in fireworks incident
Najee Harris suffered an eye injury in a July 4 fireworks incident, but his agent said the Chargers running back "is fully expected to be ready for the upcoming NFL season."
Can Kenny Pickett win Browns' starting QB job and become the NFL's next Sam Darnold?
The Browns believe Pickett, a 2022 first-round pick, could be an excellent fit in their revamped offense.
Panthers counting on Ja'Tavion Sanders, TE corps to step up in 2025
Carolina has ranked worst in the NFL in tight end production for years, but Panthers coaches see promise.
After a 'year that I didn't want,' Jaylen Waddle believes he'll bounce back
Despite posting career lows across the board, Waddle and the Dolphins believe the WR will return to form.
Why the NFLPA mess should matter to football fans
It behooves the competitive balance of the NFL to have strong ownership and strong labor, Wetzel writes.
Who are the NFL's best tight ends? Execs, coaches and scouts help rank 2025's top 10
Execs, coaches, scouts and players from around the NFL ranked their top 10 tight ends in our annual summer series.
Fresh off new contract, 49ers TE George Kittle wants to play as long as possible
Kittle, 31, is signed with the 49ers until 2030. His secret to longevity? Taking care of his body and mind.
We graded the offseason: Here's who crushed it and flubbed it, from the Rams (A) to the Saints (D)
We handed out offseason report cards to all 32 NFL teams, factoring in signings, extensions, trades, draft picks, hirings -- you name it.
Murray, McCaffrey among 'red flag' players worth drafting
You have to take risks to win in fantasy football. Liz Loza highlights players who are worth taking the chance on.
Mahomes in Round 11? WRs, RBs prioritized in 8-team mock draft
In this shallower setup, nearly half the teams waited 10 rounds before selecting a quarterback.
Big questions about flag football at the 2028 Olympics: How can NFL players try out?
NFL players are expected to try out for Olympic flag football. What do we know about the process so far?
Assembling the 2028 Olympic roster for U.S. flag football: Our 10-player roster -- and one go-to play
We picked nine NFL players -- and one college football star -- for the U.S. Olympic flag football roster for 2028.
Saints unveil new white alternative helmets ahead of 2025 season
The new lids invert the colors of the team's usual helmet palette.
Commanders unveil alternate uniforms for 2025-26 NFL season
The Commanders are going old-school for their alternate jerseys this season.
👀 MJ's former Chicago-area estate on Airbnb
Champions Point requires guests to stay a minimum of seven nights and pay a $25,000 security deposit.
Suns' Booker agrees to historic $145M extension
Phoenix Suns superstar Devin Booker agreed to a two-year, $145 million maximum contract extension with the franchise through the 2029-30 season, the highest annual extension salary in NBA history…
Jackson, Pacers agree to 3-year, $21M deal
Free agent center Isaiah Jackson has agreed to a three-year, $21 million deal to return to the Indiana Pacers.
Williams, Thunder agree to rookie max extension
Thunder All-NBA star and champion Jalen Williams has agreed to a five-year maximum rookie contract extension that could reach $287 million, his agents told ESPN.
Pelicans, Jones agree to 3-year, $68M extension
Pelicans forward Herb Jones has agreed to a three-year, $68 million contract extension with the franchise.
Hawks add forward Đurišić from G League
Nikola Đurišić has signed with the Atlanta Hawks after playing last season in the NBA G League, the team announced Friday.
Raptors F Ingram (ankle) 'pain-free,' says coach
Toronto Raptors forward Brandon Ingram is "pain-free" and in a "really great spot." according to coach Darko Rajakovic, as the versatile big man continues his recovery from an ankle injury dating back…
Flagg makes 'winning plays' in uneven debut
Cooper Flagg made his professional debut Thursday night in the NBA summer league and celebrated an 87-85 win over Bronny James and the Lakers.
OKC's Holmgren agrees to rookie max extension
Thunder star Chet Holmgren has agreed to a fully guaranteed five-year maximum rookie contract extension that could reach $250 million, Bill Duffy of WME Basketball told ESPN on Wednesday morning.
Flagg's first game: Top plays, takeaways and future impact
Our experts weigh in on the No. 1 pick's debut in NBA summer league.
LeBron to Luka: Inside the most delicate superstar transition in NBA history
For months, publicly and privately, the Lakers have been signaling their desire to begin the Luka Doncic era in Los Angeles, even if it meant ending the LeBron James one.
The NBA is closing in on its first $1 million per game player
The reigning MVP will get close, but the league is still waiting for its first $82 million per year player.
Breaking down the latest 3-team deal and every major move
Plenty of deals are getting done this summer. Catch up on the latest trade grades.
Grading 30-plus NBA deals, including Booker's historic -- and risky -- extension
Kevin Pelton breaks down the most impactful signings, including max deals for Booker, Gilgeous-Alexander and Banchero.
The 30 players you need to pay attention to in summer league, from Atlanta to Washington
Who are the top names to watch at the NBA summer league in Las Vegas? We have you covered.
West: Should Minnesota, Houston or any West team scare OKC?
Did any West team do enough to challenge the NBA champs?
New East tiers: How injuries, offseason movement reshaped the conference
From injured superstars to play-in teams making major splashes, Chris Herring runs down every team's outlook for 2025-26.
Mum on health, Deion 'excited' to rejoin Colorado
Colorado coach Deion Sanders said he's set to rejoin the Buffaloes for the start of training camp after missing part of the spring and early summer with an unspecified health issue.
🏈 Big 12 pool of draftable QBs runs deep
Scouts say as many as seven QBs have caught the NFL's eye.
House bill would bar using student fees on NIL
A bill to regulate college sports introduced in the House on Thursday would offer limited antitrust protection for the NCAA, while barring schools from using student fees to pay for college athletic…
Yormark: Big 12 'striving for' multiple CFP teams
Big 12 commissioner Brett Yormark says the conference is "striving" to get multiple teams into the College Football Playoff as it heads into the 2025 season.
Commission rejecting some athlete NIL deals
The new agency in charge of regulating name, image, likeness deals in college sports sent a letter to schools Thursday saying it had rejected deals between players and donor-backed collectives formed…
Deion advocates for salary cap in college football
Colorado coach Deion Sanders is advocating for a salary cap in college football, noting that it would help even the competitive landscape in a sport that is already becoming more like the NFL.
Top-ranked football recruit picks LSU over Aggies
Five-star defensive tackle Lamar Brown, ESPN's No. 1 overall recruit in the 2026 class, announced his commitment to LSU.
TCU QB Josh Hoover said no thanks to Tennessee; he's right at home in Cowtown
Whether it's mowing lawns for strangers or moving up draft boards, Hoover is comfortable at TCU.
Big 12 preview: Colorado's reload, Arizona State's repeat bid, and the return of Utah and K-State
The Big 12 had a surprise champion and the Heisman Trophy winner in 2024. What happens in the league in 2025?
2026 recruiting class rankings: Where LSU fits after landing Lamar Brown
With the No. 1 recruit headed to Baton Rouge, here's how the top classes stack up.
How every five-star college football recruit fits at his new school
There are 23 five-stars in the class of 2026. We look at how they got to their teams and what they'll do in college.
Areas of concern: What could trip up each of our Top 25 teams
Nobody's perfect, not even the best teams in college football. Here are their potential weak spots.
College football's top 25 teams have their archvillains and we have a pick for each
These are the players, coaches, teams and concepts that every squad in our Way-Too-Early Top 25 will be looking out for in 2025.
Wetzel: All of college football ought to cheer for Texas Tech
The Red Raiders' signing of Felix Ojo shows the college football playing field is continuing to level.
ACC preview: Clemson is the team to beat, but contenders are lining up
The Tigers are the favorites, but with Miami, SMU, Louisville and Bill Belichick, storylines abound.
Inside the shift in evaluating MLB draft catching prospects
MLB's 2023 rules changes are influencing how the position is taught, played, coached, scouted at all levels.
MLB mock draft 3.0: Kiley McDaniel predicts the first two rounds
The MLB draft is Sunday! And this year, the drama starts with the Washington Nationals at the No. 1 pick.
Home Run Derby field is set! Who is the slugger to beat?
The sluggers who will be swinging for the fences in Atlanta have been named. Here's how they match up.
⚾ Two A's and how many F's?! Midseason grades
From the contenders acing 2025 to the first-half failures, we take a look at every club's performance.
Yankees' Schmidt having TJ surgery for 2nd time
Yankees right-hander Clarke Schmidt will undergo Tommy John surgery for the second time and will miss at least the rest of this season, manager Aaron Boone said.
KC's Estévez replaces deGrom on All-Star roster
Royals closer Carlos Estévez will replace the Rangers' Jacob deGrom on the AL All-Star roster, and the Mariners announced that CF Julio Rodriguez will not play in the game and will use the…
Yankees' Rodon among AL All-Star replacements
Carlos Rodón, Carlos Estévez, and Casey Mize have been named as replacement pitchers for the AL All-Star roster.
Cubs' PCA on track for $1.1M from bonus pool
Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong is projected to receive the largest amount from this season's $50 million pre-arbitration bonus pool.
Lee Elia, manager of Cubs and Phillies, dies at 87
Lee Elia, who managed the Cubs and Phillies in a pro baseball career that lasted more than 50 years as a coach and player, died Wednesday at the age of 87.
Astros call up top prospect Matthews for debut
The Houston Astros called up top-ranked prospect Brice Matthews from Triple-A Sugar Land on Friday.
How Jim Abbott changed the world
Abbott, who pitched in the majors with one hand, remains a beacon for families with unique struggles.
MLB Power Rankings: Where every team stands heading into the All-Star break
The Blue Jays and Cubs debut at their highest rankings of 2025, while the Yankees' fall continues. Here's who's hot -- and who's not -- ahead of baseball's midseason break.
A's rookie exits after HBP, Arizona's Marte returns
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.
Springer gives top-10 OF value? Phillies have three top-20 SP? Don't be surprised
Eric Karabell looks into the crystal ball to tell fantasy baseball managers what might come to pass in the not-too-distant future.
Trade proposals for Paul Skenes, Ronald Acuña Jr., Byron Buxton
You won't be seeing these stars on the trade block this year -- but what would it take to land them if they were?
The perfect trade deadline addition for every MLB contender
A star outfielder to the NL West? A powerful slugger dealt to New York? We make moves for every World Series hopeful.
Dodgers to celebrate Kobe Bryant on 8/8 with new bobblehead
The first 40,000 ticketed fans for the Dodgers' matchup against the Blue Jays on Aug. 8 will receive the bobblehead.
The extraordinary mystery of the Tigers' Tarik Skubal
"I wasn't good until I was 26," the All-Star pitcher says. How he rose from Little League lore to Cy Young.
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