Czech Republic hockey team includes Avs' Necas
The Czech Republic's Olympic hockey team, named Tuesday, includes 3 NHL goalies and center Martin Necas of the NHL-leading Avs.
Sweden tops Czechia, wins 3rd world junior title
New York Islanders prospect Viktor Eklund, a first-round choice last summer taken by New York at No. 16 overall, and Casper Juustovaara scored first-period goals on Monday, as Sweden won its third…
IIHF president addresses Olympic rink delays
The head of the International Ice Hockey Federation said parts of the main hockey rink for the Milan Cortina Olympics might not be fully finished on time, but playing surfaces, practice facilities and…
Top center prospect Lawrence leaving USHL for BU
Top NHL center prospect Tynan Lawrence is leaving the USHL for Boston University.
Rangers put Shesterkin on IR, dodge 'worst case'
The New York Rangers placed goaltender Igor Shesterkin on injured reserve, and defenseman Adam Fox on long-term injured reserve, but sources told ESPN's Emily Kaplan on Tuesday that the club avoided…
✍ Olympic roster grades for U.S., Canada, more
Which country looks best heading into the Milano Cortina Games? Here's our full breakdown of each.
Blackhawks' Bedard practices, may play this week
Chicago's Connor Bedard joined the Blackhawks for part of Tuesday's practice, stepping up his rehabilitation in his return from a right shoulder injury. Coach Jeff Blashill left open the possibility…
NHL's best this week: Who wins a series between U.S.-Canada Olympic B-teams?
Many superstars were left off the rosters. Here's how two teams of snubs look -- and who would win a seven-game series.
Pickups: Is it safe to start Connor Hellebuyck, Valeri Nichushkin again?
The essential Monday guide to fantasy hockey pickups, with who to add and how to get set for the week ahead.
Who's trending up? Steven Stamkos, Brandon Bussi and other picks
Fantasy hockey goalie notes, power-play trends and which players have been on the rise over the past month.
Olympic men's hockey central: Schedule, rosters, how to watch Milan Cortina Games
NHL players are back at the Olympics. Explore the full schedule, rosters and coverage for each team.
Betting the Avalanche: Get more bang for your buck tailing the NHL's dominant team
It's hard to find value betting on the dominant Colorado Avalanche, but Sean has some creative props with upside.
NHL Awards Watch: MacKinnon vs. Celebrini for MVP?
The latest poll from actual PHWA voters is in, with some big changes from December's edition.
Bubble Watch: Projecting playoff chances for all 32 teams
At the end of 2025, here's a rundown of the locks, teams with work to do and long shots.
NHL Power Rankings: New 1-32 poll, each team's most intriguing January game
The Red Wings, Canadiens and Sabres make leaps, while the Golden Knights and Ducks slide.
Tracking NFL head coach firings: Ravens move on from John Harbaugh
There are seven head coach openings around the NFL ahead of the playoffs. Here's what to know, including pros and cons for the open jobs.
Harbaugh out as Ravens coach after playoff miss
The Ravens fired John Harbaugh, less than 48 hours after losing to the Steelers and failing to reach the playoffs. Sources told ESPN that he's expected to emerge as a favorite for the Giants job but…
🏆 Barnwell's final picks for every major award
Drake Maye or Matthew Stafford for MVP? Which rookies should earn hardware? And no one is beating out Myles Garrett for DPOY, right?
Titans GM: Must remove Chiefs bias in HC search
Titans GM Mike Borgonzi, despite spending 16 years in various scouting and personnel roles with the Chiefs, said he refuses to allow any previous biases to heavily influence his first opportunity to…
Bengals' Taylor-Britt sentenced to 5 days in jail
Bengals cornerback Cam Taylor-Britt was sentenced to five days of jail time for a driving incident.
Cowboys fire DC Eberflus: 'Change is needed'
The Dallas Cowboys have relieved Matt Eberflus of his duties as defensive coordinator.
Falcons rework Cousins deal, set up key decision
The Falcons and Kirk Cousins agreed to modify the final two years of the QB's contract, setting the stage for a decision on his Atlanta future to be made by the third day of the 2026 NFL league year…
Sources: Commanders' Kingsbury, Whitt both out
The Washington Commanders and OC Kliff Kingsbury have mutually agreed to go their separate ways, while DC Joe Whitt Jr. has been fired, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.
Johnson, Williams: Bears QB 'built' for big games
Ahead of Saturday's NFC wild-card matchup against the Packers, Bears coach Ben Johnson and QB Caleb Williams are in agreement: Chicago's 24-year-old signal-caller is "built for these moments."
Morton fired as Lions' OC after just one season
The Lions have fired offensive coordinator John Morton after one season, the team announced Tuesday.
Inside Raiders' lost 2025 season: Tom Brady's influence, private meetings and dysfunction
"Who would want the Raiders job?" The inside story of how the Raiders went from playoff hopes to the No. 1 pick and another fired coach.
Exposing myths for playoff teams
The Packers need a WR1? The Broncos can't keep winning tight games? We're not so sure.
Mike Clay's early 2026 PPR rankings
A look at the position-by-position rankings for the 2026 fantasy season, updated throughout the offseason.
Why fit matters, rookies disappoint, plus three to watch in 2026
Matt Bowen discusses lessons learned during the 2025 fantasy season and offers up players to get excited about.
The NFL draft order is set, so let’s project Round 1: Reid finds landing spots for 32 top prospects
Which QB fits with the Raiders at No. 1? How high could Jeremiyah Love go? Will the Buckeyes run the first round? Let's project the first 32 picks for April.
Offseason guide for eliminated NFL teams: Key free agents, draft outlook and more
The NFL offseason has arrived for 17 teams. What must each do? We have outlooks, early buzz and predictions.
The NFL playoffs are here! Our guide to all 14 teams, from favorites to underdogs
The 2025 NFL playoff field is set, and an exciting wild-card round looms. Here's everything to know about the 14 teams vying to win Super Bowl LX.
Christian McCaffrey rises in Madden NFL 26 Week 16+17 ratings update
Drake Maye and Matthew Stafford were two of the other big winners in the latest Madden NFL 26 ratings update.
'Fragile' no more: How the Bears' Caleb Williams, Ben Johnson evolved
Williams thought Johnson didn't like him at one point, but the duo evolved to lead the Bears.
Why Stafford's command of the huddle gives Rams an edge
Ahead of Saturday's playoff game, the Rams quarterback's demeanor and football IQ renders him a unique signal-caller.
Will Kyler Murray follow Jonathan Gannon out of Arizona?
The Cardinals made one big decision in firing their coach; now they have to decide on their quarterback.
How Cowboys wasted one of Dak Prescott's best seasons
Dallas missed the playoffs again, but Prescott gives it "optimism" for what it can do in 2026.
NFL wild-card round: Rams huge favorites; Packers, Bills, Texans road favorites
The NFL playoffs are set. Here are the odds, spreads and totals for every game in the wild-card round.
NFL futures: Seahawks enter playoffs as Super Bowl favorites, Rams right behind
Odds for all 14 playoffs teams to advance to and to win Super Bowl LX.
👀 'Bing Bong': Pistons troll Knicks after big win
The Detroit Pistons recorded their fourth-largest regular-season victory over the New York Knicks.
Thunder trying to 'be resilient' after 6-6 stretch
The defending champion Thunder, who entered the season with a 24-1 record, are struggling through a 6-6 stretch.
Sources: Hawks, Young working together on trade
Atlanta Hawks four-time All-Star Trae Young and his agent, Aaron Mintz, are working with the franchise on a trade, sources told ESPN.
KD savors winner vs. Suns after being 'kicked out'
Rockets star Kevin Durant said hitting the winning shot Monday night against the Suns meant more because it came against his former team, one "that booted you out of the building and scapegoated you…
Kerr ejected, Curry fouls out as calls rile Warriors
Warriors coach Steve Kerr was ejected from his team's 103-102 loss to the Clippers in the fourth quarter Monday night after a string of officiating decisions set him off on the sideline. Stephen Curry…
Cavs without Strus for at least another month
Cavaliers forward Max Strus will be sidelined for at least another month as he continues to recover from surgery on his broken left foot.
Kings' Murray to miss 3-4 weeks with ankle sprain
Kings forward Keegan Murray is out at least three to four weeks with a left ankle sprain.
Wemby returns, to come off bench vs. Grizzlies
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Best trade fits for 16 contenders -- and two wild-card teams
One month from the trade deadline, which top contending teams could make a move for a potential playoff push?
Four trade proposals for Trae Young: What could Atlanta get for the star guard?
Young could become trade season's first domino. Let's help Atlanta find the best move for its star guard.
The most important moment in each of the past 72 NBA seasons
Analyst Zach Kram picks a moment from each basketball season that fans will remember for years to come.
NBA insiders predict 2026: Why LeBron, trade sagas, expansion news could rock the league
Tim Bontemps and Brian Windhorst survey the league on the stars, sagas and storylines that will dominate 2026.
Pickups: Grimes, Eason, Collier 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.
'The Hoop Collective': Best quotes, latest intel from Windhorst's podcast
From breaking news to the latest intel from around the NBA, here are the biggest highlights from Brian Windhorst's "The Hoop Collective" podcast.
MVP, ROY, All-NBA teams and more: Predictions for all the league's highest honors
ESPN analyst Kevin Pelton projects the favorites to win each award and make the All-NBA teams, as well as other contenders and long shots.
🤔 CFP: What's next for Georgia, Bama, others?
As each team is ousted from the College Football Playoff, we look at its offseason storylines and personnel priorities.
Sources: Gators get portal QB Philo; Baugh stays
Florida has signed Georgia Tech transfer quarterback Aaron Philo, sources told ESPN, while starting running back Jadan Baugh said he's returning to the Gators.
Sources: RB Lacy signs new deal with Ole Miss
Ole Miss star running back Kewan Lacy signed a deal to return for the Rebels in 2026, sources told ESPN on Monday.
Stein, UK stay active, get nod from '26 CB Clarke
Kentucky secured a major late addition to its 2026 class Tuesday thanks to a commitment from ex-Michigan signee Andre Clarke Jr., who is No. 101 in the ESPN 300.
Former USF QB Brown follows Golesh to Auburn
Former South Florida standout QB Byrum Brown has committed to Auburn, Rosenhaus Sports told ESPN's Pete Thamel on Tuesday.
CFP quarterfinal ratings up 14%, overall by 3%
According to ESPN and Nielsen, the four CFP quarterfinal matchups averaged 19.3 million viewers, including the three most-watched games of the season.
Sources: Arch's roomie now rival as WR joins OU
Texas receiver Parker Livingstone, who had 516 yards as a freshman and was Arch Manning's roommate, has committed to transfer to rival Oklahoma, sources told ESPN.
Sources: OC Weis to coach Ole Miss in CFP semi
LSU is allowing OC Charlie Weis Jr. and RBs coach Kevin Smith to stay with Ole Miss to coach in the Fiesta Bowl, sources told ESPN on Tuesday.
Sources: Top DT Ibirogba lands at Texas Tech
Wake Forest transfer Mateen Ibirogba has committed to Texas Tech, sources told ESPN on Tuesday.
Las Vegas is on the clock! Reid's updated NFL mock draft predicts Picks 1-32
Which QB fits with the Raiders at No. 1? How high could Jeremiyah Love go? Will the Buckeyes run the first round? Let's project the first 32 picks for April.
Bowl lines: Miami, Indiana favored in CFP semis
Examining the lines for the College Football Playoffs semifinals.
Semifinal first look: Previewing the penultimate round
How each team can win its semifinal game, plus key players and what we learned from the quarterfinals.
Ranking the best QBs in the transfer portal
A look at the top quarterbacks who are on the move this offseason.
College football transfer portal: Tracking who's on the move
The transfer portal opened Jan. 2. We're keeping tabs on players who enter and where they're headed.
How long will a quarterback stay? A college football transfer portal conundrum
Jaron-Keawe Sagapolutele stayed at Cal, but more often than not, college quarterbacks are on the move
From No. 1 to nowhere: Ranking the biggest disasters of the 2025 season
From Clemson and Colorado to UCLA and UMass, these teams are happy to put 2025 behind them.
Phillies hire Mattingly as Thomson's bench coach
The Philadelphia Phillies hired former Dodgers and Marlins manager Don Mattingly as a bench coach on Rob Thomson's staff.
↔️ Free agency tracker: Offseason trades, moves
We've got you covered on all the major MLB hot stove signings and trades.
Japanese star Imai aims to win title with Astros
Tatsuya Imai made his intentions clear with his first few words during an introductory news conference with the Houston Astros on Monday.
Red Sox, Crawford reach deal, avoid arbitration
Right-hander Kutter Crawford, who missed all of last season with knee and wrist injuries, avoided arbitration with the Red Sox after reaching a $2.75M deal.
Unsure of Bichette's future, Jays welcome Okamoto
The Toronto Blue Jays introduced Kazuma Okamoto, their latest marquee addition Tuesday, but as Bo Bichette's free agency continues, general manager Ross Atkins was noncommittal on where the…
Pro athletes in Venezuela facing travel turmoil
Scores of athletes in Venezuela, particularly baseball players affiliated with MLB clubs, had travel schedules thrown into turmoil after the United States' military operation.
A's denied 'Athletics' trademark ahead of LV shift
The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office has denied the A's request to trademark the names "Las Vegas Athletics" and "Vegas Athletics." The club currently plays in Sacramento, but intends to move to…
Offseason grades: Blue Jays make another splash by signing Japanese 3B Okamoto
We've got you covered with grades and analysis on every winter signing and big offseason trade.
MLB offseason intel: Trade rumors and free agency updates
Here's what we're hearing about Ketel Marte, Alex Bregman, Bo Bichette and much more as the hot stove heats back up.
Bold MLB predictions for 2026: The World Series champion Orioles? A Skubal blockbuster?
From breakout teams to major deals, our experts weigh in on how the year ahead could play out.
From the Pope to the Super Bowl and YouTube influencers: The wildest sports bets in 2025
You win some, you lose some ... or you win a lot, lose a lot. Inside the craziest bets sportsbooks took last year.
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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