🔍 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.
Lafreniere hits milestone as Rangers rally to win
Alexis Lafreniere scored his 100th career goal as part of a five-goal third that rallied the Rangers to a victory over the Capitals on Tuesday night.
Preds' Haslam: 'No brainer' to add Saban to fold
Nick Saban, the Predator's new minority owner, said he will be involved in the organization as much or as chariman Bill Haslam wants.
Draisaitl's hat trick helps Oilers storm into break
Captain Connor McDavid had five assists, teammate Leon Draisaitl scored three goals and the Oilers kept rolling into the holiday hiatus with a 5-1 victory over the rival Calgary Flames Tuesday night…
Canadiens handle Bruins in Original 6 fight fest
In a fight-filled game befitting the Original Six rivalry, the Boston Bruins fell to the Montreal Canadiens 6-2 on Tuesday night at TD Garden.
ECHL postpones 13 games with players on strike
The ECHL postponed 13 games Friday after players went on strike, causing a work stoppage in the North American development minor hockey league two tiers below the NHL.
Zellers leads U.S. past Germany at world juniors
Will Zellers scored twice and added an assist as the United States beat Germany 6-3 in both team's opening game of the World Junior Championships on Friday.
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.
How to bet Texans-Chargers and Ravens-Packers, plus DFS picks
The Texans can clinch a playoff spot against the Chargers, while the Ravens need a win against the Packers. Here are the odds, game picks, prop plays and daily fantasy tips for the games.
🏆 Playoff picture projections: The updated odds
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.
Steelers rule out pass rusher Watt vs. Browns
Steelers pass rusher T.J. Watt has been ruled out for Sunday's game at Cleveland.
Eagles' Dean, Johnson ruled out against Bills
Eagles linebacker Nakobe Dean and right tackle Lane Johnson have been ruled out of Sunday's game at the Bills.
Pats down 5 starters, but Henderson might play
The Patriots will be without five starters against the Jets, but there is still a chance rookie running back TreVeyon Henderson is available as he progresses through the concussion protocol.
Sauce rejoins Colts, but Buckner's season is over
Colts star cornerback Sauce Gardner will play Sunday after missing 3 games because of injury, but Pro Bowl defensive tackle DeForest Buckner will miss the rest of the season after aggravating a…
Bills' Allen 'good to go' vs. Eagles after foot injury
Despite a right foot injury, Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen is set to play in Sunday's game against the Philadelphia Eagles and is not expected to have any limitations, per coach Sean McDermott.
Garrett eyes sack record vs. 'legendary' Rodgers
Defensive end Myles Garrett says it would be "special" to set the NFL's single-season sack record against "legendary" quarterback Aaron Rodgers when the Browns and Steelers square off Sunday in…
Packers rule out Love, will start Willis vs. Ravens
Packers quarterback Jordan Love has been ruled out against the Ravens as he continues to deal with a concussion. Malik Willis will start for Green Bay.
Raiders shut down DE Crosby, who leaves facility
The Raiders informed defensive end Maxx Crosby that he will sit out against the Giants because of a knee injury. After being told of the decision, Crosby left the team's facility.
'It's a crazy story': Why Raiders' Alex Bachman lives in a guesthouse and has no attachments
Alex Bachman once found his locker empty before game day. Now he lives by rentals and no attachments.
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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.
NFL execs on how Tua Tagovailoa lost his edge and Mike McDaniel's support
What has gone wrong for Tagovailoa, what's the Dolphins' path forward and is there any interest in him?
Aaron Rodgers, Baker Mayfield among players chasing millions in bonuses
Joey Bosa and Bradley Chubb will get paid for sacks during the last two weeks of the season as players try to maximize incentives.
Packers' playoff hopes could hinge on special teams
Special teams remains an issue in Green Bay and played a key role in the loss to the Bears this past week.
How the Texans built one of the best defenses in the NFL
Houston has made offseason decisions that have paid off through the draft and free agency.
Vikings' 'Winter Warrior' look leads Week 17 uniforms
The holiday week means uniform heat all around the NFL, led by a monochromatic look from the Vikings.
Burrow gifts offensive linemen authentic dinosaur, bear and mammoth fossils for Christmas
Burrow's love of fossils gained national acclaim because of a clip from the Netflix series "Quarterback," where he was pumped to see fossils at Chicago's Field Museum.
What you need to know for every NFL game in Week 17 -- including fantasy tips, playoff implications, predictions
Seahawks vs. Panthers? Jalen Hurts vs. Josh Allen? Picks, predictions, stats and what's at stake for every remaining Week 17 game.
Reactions: Broncos stay in control of AFC destiny; Cowboys, Vikings win
Our NFL Nation reporters answer big questions from each Week 17 game. Here's what you need to know.
Matchup rankings: Upgrade Fannin Jr., downgrade Williams
The most and least favorable matchups at the four key fantasy positions (QB, RB, WR and TE).
Buzz: Lamar Jackson doubtful for Saturday; Jordan Love ruled out
Check your lineups as Lamar Jackson is doubtful to play on Saturday, while Jordan Love has been ruled out.
How humbling is an NFL rookie season? 36 players share what they learned this year
Tyler Shough, Isaac TeSlaa and Jalon Walker were among the 36 rookies who learned how humbling and challenging the NFL can be.
Can Jalen Hurts or Josh Allen break the career rushing TD record?
How much does the tush push play a factor in their records?
'Mr. Eligible': The growing fraternity of NFL sixth offensive linemen
NFL teams are using sixth O-linemen in more plays this season, and we're highlighting, yep -- six of them.
The Seahawks' playoff X factor is ... the special teams unit?
Seattle is looking to capture the No. 1 seed in the NFC with two games remaining before playoffs.
Panthers-Seahawks game a reminder of Dave Canales' connection to Pete Carroll
Carroll mentored Canales during their time in Seattle, and their similarities remain obvious.
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.
💍 Karl-Anthony Towns proposes to Jordyn Woods
The New York Knicks center and TV personality have been dating since 2020.
Streaking Dubs in 'good place' after Kerr-Green tiff
The Warriors are "in a good place," according to Steve Kerr, as Golden State weathered a blowup between the coach and Draymond Green in the midst of a 3-0 homestand.
Redick rips into Lakers: 'We don't care enough'
Lakers coach JJ Redick lit into his team after a blowout loss to the Rockets, saying it doesn't care enough and that the next practice will be "uncomfortable."
Knueppel limps off with ankle injury; X-rays clean
Hornets rookie Kon Knueppel left Friday night's win over the Magic with a first-half ankle injury and will be reevaluated.
Sources: AD to miss a few games with groin strain
Mavericks star Anthony Davis has sustained a minor groin strain and is likely to miss a few games, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.
Lakers' Reaves (calf strain) out at least 1 month
Lakers guard Austin Reaves is expected to miss at least a month because of a calf strain, the team announced.
Bailey exits Jazz win vs. Pistons with hip strain
Utah's Ace Bailey left Friday night's game against the Pistons in the first half because of a left hip strain and did not return for the second half.
Best quotes, latest intel from Windhorst's podcast
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.
What happened to the NBA's Christmas jerseys?
For a brief moment, holiday sweaters turned into NBA jerseys and teams wore special Christmas gear.
NBA Christmas Day fashion, led by LeBron James, Luka Doncic
Stars around the NBA made sure to dress their best during the five-game Christmas Day slate.
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.
'If I don’t get this right, my career is over': How Penn State landed on Matt Campbell as its next coach
The Nittany Lions got their guy in the end, but took a circuitous route.
🏈 Most college football moments of 21st century
From Clemsoning to coaches' rants and star ball boys, David Hale ranks the top moments since 2000.
UNLV QB, MWC POY Colandrea to enter portal
UNLV quarterback Anthony Colandrea plans to enter the NCAA transfer portal, he told ESPN's Pete Thamel.
QB Barnett to enter portal after JMU run to CFP
James Madison quarterback Alonza Barnett III plans to enter the NCAA transfer portal.
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.
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.
Michigan hires Whittingham as HC on 5-year deal
Kyle Whittingham has been hired as Michigan's next head football coach, signing a five-year deal.
Hawai'i caps rally with last-minute TD to stun Cal
Hawai'i rallied for a 35-31 victory over California in the Sheraton Hawai'i Bowl.
'Is it a real functional toaster?': Behind the scramble to engineer the Pop-Tarts Bowl trophy
How the internet's favorite bowl took things to the next level by making its trophy a kitchen appliance.
Grading coaching hires: Kyle Whittingham, Michigan agree to deal
As the coaching carousel continues to spin, we grade every major hire.
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: Will Henderson III leads UTSA's rout of Florida International
It's bowl season and our college football experts are picking an MVP from every game.
Tracking who plans to enter the transfer portal
The transfer portal opens on Jan. 2. We're keeping tabs on players intending to enter.
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 bowl games.
Wetzel: Is this the last straw for NCAA enforcement?
The times keep changing; the NCAA might have been caught flat-footed again.
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.
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.
Predictions for remaining top 10 free agents
Cody Bellinger and Kyle Tucker are among the big names yet to be signed. Where do they fit best?
A 12-player blockbuster? Cy Young signings? Ranking the biggest MLB Christmas week moves
Who says the baseball offseason slows down for the holidays? Let's remember some free agent signings and trades.
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.
↔️ Free agency tracker: Offseason trades, moves
We've got you covered on all the major MLB hot stove signings and trades.
Versatile Polanco willing to move to 1B for Mets
Jorge Polanco's experience playing first base is all of one pitch, but it figures to be his primary position after signing a $40 million, two-year deal with the Mets.
Mariners sign OF Refsnyder to 1-year contract
The Seattle Mariners signed outfielder Rob Refsynder to a one-year contract Monday, adding an experienced right-handed hitter to their roster.
White Sox reach $4.5M deal with lefty Newcomb
Left-hander Sean Newcomb, who was 2-5 with a 2.73 ERA for the Red Sox and A's last season, has reached a $4.5 million deal with the White Sox.
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.
Sources: Fairbanks, Marlins reach 1-year deal
Reliever Pete Fairbanks and the Miami Marlins are in agreement on a one-year, $13 million 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…
The 10 fan bases in 2025 that have the right to be most frustrated
Who has reason for jeer this holiday season? We break down which teams' fans have the most right to be mad.
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