Devils' Meier taking leave for family health matter
The New Jersey Devils said Thursday that forward Timo Meier is taking a personal leave of absence from the team to attend to a family health matter.
Oilers trade for Pens' Jarry to solve issues in net
The Oilers have finally addressed their multiple-season problem in goal by acquiring Penguins netminder Tristan Jarry. Edmonton dealt goalie Stuart Skinner, defenseman Brett Kulak and a 2029…
Knights goalie Hart doesn't play in return to Philly
Golden Knights goalie Carter Hart was on the bench against the Flyers for Thursday's 3-2 overtime win for Vegas in his return to Philadelphia.
McAvoy has assist in return as Bruins sink Jets
Bruins defenseman Charlie McAvoy played in his first game since Nov. 15, collecting an assist in Boston's 6-3 win over the Jets.
Islanders' Horvat exits win with lower-body injury
Islanders leading scorer Bo Horvat suffered a lower-body injury in Thursday night's win against the Ducks and is day-to-day.
Mammoth center Cooley to miss at least 8 weeks
Mammoth center Logan Cooley, who suffered a lower-body injury Dec. 5 in Vancouver, is expected to miss at least eight weeks.
Preds' Stamkos enjoys 2nd career 4-goal game
Steven Stamkos rediscovered his scoring touch with a four-goal outing Thursday night, and it's no coincidence that the Nashville Predators' trajectory is suddenly pointing up.
👀 Bruins' and Lightning's Stadium Series looks
The Tampa Bay Lightning's jersey for the 2026 Stadium Series will include pirate imagery and photo-realistic lightning.
Bolts' Hedman back to IR, out at least 3 games
The Lightning placed Victor Hedman on injured reserve, a move that means the captain and No. 1 defenseman will miss at least the next three games.
Grading the Penguins, Oilers on the Jarry-Skinner goaltending swap
Hockey trade season has begun! Find grades for each GM involved in all the big swaps here.
Rankings: Logan Thompson rises to No. 2 overall
Here are the highest-ranked fantasy hockey players, with Logan Thompson rising this week.
Stanley Cup odds: Avalanche clear Stanley Cup, Western Conference faves
The league-leading Colorado Avalanche have continued to rise as Stanley Cup, Presidents' Trophy favorites.
NHL Power Rankings: New 1-32 poll, plus fantasy hockey panic or patience
The Caps, Flyers and Leafs rise this week, while the Wild, Devils and Senators fall off a bit.
Which NHL player and team trends are for real? The trend-o-meter for all 32
From Morgan Geekie's scoring rate to the "Wall of St. Paul" and more, here's what will and won't continue.
NHL trade tiers: Could we see another superstar on the move?
Here's a way-too-early look at the shocking superstar possibilities, pending free agents and overlooked gems.
Inclusion of Parekh, Misa is a step in right direction for Canada at World Juniors
Has Hockey Canada finally learned from past mistakes -- and could that result in a gold this time around?
Final Olympic hockey roster predictions for U.S., Canada, more: Which NHL stars make it?
The NHL is back at the Games. Here's our final look at which players will make the cut for the big five.
Steelers' Watt has surgery for collapsed lung
Steelers pass rusher T.J. Watt had surgery to repair a partially collapsed lung, his brother J.J. Watt posted on social media.
🏈 2026 draft: Yates' first-round projections
Which teams need a quarterback? Could Ohio State dominate the first round? Field Yates projects the opening 32 picks of next year's draft.
Jets rookie Brady Cook gets first start vs. Jags
The Jets will turn to Brady Cook as their starter against the Jaguars, giving the rookie his first NFL start.
Sources: Jets center Myers gets 2-year, $11M deal
Jets center Josh Myers, who has started every game after arriving nine months ago as a possible backup, has been rewarded with a two-year, $11 million contract extension, sources told ESPN's Jeremy…
Cards WR Harrison out again with heel injury
Cardinals wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. will miss his second straight game Sunday as he continues to recover from a heel injury suffered in Week 13 at Tampa Bay, coach Jonathan Gannon said Friday.
Bowles: Bucs' 'inexcusable' loss falls on players
Buccaneers coach Todd Bowles called Thursday night's 29-28 loss "inexcusable" and put the onus on his players to hold one another accountable and execute on the field.
Panthers steady in bid to end playoff drought
Panthers coach Dave Canales says he isn't changing his approach with his team two wins from making the playoffs for the first time since 2017.
Undermanned Browns rule out 4 starters vs. Bears
The Cleveland Browns are set to take on the Chicago Bears this weekend but will be without a considerable number of starters for the road game.
Bengals WR Higgins (concussion) out vs. Ravens
Bengals wide receiver Tee Higgins will not play against the Ravens, marking the second game he has missed this season while in the concussion protocol.
Ranking the top nine NFL head coaching candidates: Which coordinators could land an open job?
Will former head coaches Vance Joseph and Matt Nagy get another shot? Could Joe Brady get interviews? We stacked the hottest coaching candidates right now.
Our guide to every Week 15 NFL game: Matchup previews, predictions and what's at stake
Who can improve their chances of making the playoffs? And who is likely out? Picks, predictions and stats for every game.
Even at 44, Philip Rivers is infusing energy into struggling Colts
It's uncertain what the QB has left on the field, but Rivers hasn't lost his enthusiasm, and that's big in Indy.
Falcons complete comeback as Bucs drop from first in NFC South
Kyle Pitts Sr., Kirk Cousins and Bijan Robinson erupted for Atlanta in a costly loss for Tampa Bay.
Don't be surprised if ... these 2 players are league winners
With the upcoming schedule, don't be surprised if Brock Purdy and Chase Brown are difference-makers.
Five players who offer upside for your fantasy playoff lineup in Week 15
Chimere Dike, Isaiah Likely among players who have the potential and matchup to provide a boost for your lineup this week.
Has Joe Burrow soured on Bengals? Ja'Marr Chase hasn't seen a change
Burrow might be grinding out the season, but Ja'Marr Chase said there's "no negativity in the building from him."
Here's how Browns QB Shedeur Sanders is making progress
Cleveland coach Kevin Stefanski praises his rookie signal-caller for finding balance by extending plays.
The rest of the Eagles' season can go one of two ways
This Eagles' season has felt like a public tug-of-war between the 2023 team that fell apart and the '24 squad that won it all.
Week 15 betting guide: Why Drake Maye, Lamar Jackson could hit passing overs
Our experts dive in to the lines and player props that offer value for Week 15 and share their tips and bets.
Bucs' Creamsicles, Falcons' throwbacks top Week 15 uniforms
The NFL uniform scene is off to a strong start with Thursday's game, but the week ends well, too.
NFL Week 15's fashionable arrivals, featuring Bucs QB Baker Mayfield
The top fashion looks around the NFL from "Thursday Night Football" to Monday night.
NFL playoff picture: Updated projections, chances to make the postseason
We're looking ahead to how the 14-team playoff picture could line up -- and who will win divisions -- en route to Super Bowl LX.
The NFL's best player through 14 games is ...? Barnwell stacks 15 MVP candidates and picks the winner
Let's make the MVP cases for 15 players -- including a ranking of the top five. Can anyone catch Matthew Stafford or Drake Maye? Is there a non-QB in the mix?
NFL Power Rankings: New 1-32 poll, plus the most shocking statistics of the season
Ranking teams 1-32. We also looked at the most surprising statistical rankings for each team.
Fowler and Graziano: Leaguewide buzz on Daniel Jones, falling contenders and head coach candidates
What effect will Jones' injury have on the offseason QB market? How many coaching jobs could be open? Here's the latest NFL intel heading into Week 15.
The first 'Hail Mary': An iconic Cowboys moment and a 50-year Vikings beef
Fifty years after Roger Staubach's Hail Mary, Vikings defenders swear Drew Pearson pushed off.
Will your team make the playoffs? Simulate the rest of the regular season
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Lakers championship basketballs net big bucks
Lakers 2000 and 2001 championship basketballs, signed by Kobe Bryant and other members of the team, sold for $508,000 and $317,500, respectively, at auction.
📈 Power Rankings: Each team's biggest weakness
NBA insiders break down the latest rankings, evaluating all 30 teams as the Emirates NBA Cup heats up.
Signed Kobe card fetches $1.22 million at auction
A 2003-04 Upper Deck Exquisite Collection Emblems of Endorsements card of Kobe Bryant recently sold for $1.22 million, including buyer's premium, with Goldin Auctions.
Suns' Allen ejected after shoving OKC's Holmgren
Suns guard Grayson Allen was ejected from an NBA Cup quarterfinal game against Oklahoma City on Wednesday night after he shoved Thunder center Chet Holmgren and knocked him to the floor.
Lakers swat away playoff talk, focus on reeling D
LeBron James and the Lakers agreed it's too early to discuss how far the Lakers can go in the postseason, especially after the Spurs exposed their already suspect perimeter defense Wednesday to…
OKC rolls again, ties 73-win Dubs with 24-1 start
The Thunder punched their ticket to Las Vegas with a 49-point blowout of the Suns in Wednesday's NBA Cup quarterfinals, matching the 2015-16 Warriors for the best 25-game start in NBA history at 24-1.
Grizz's Edey (ankle) to be reevaluated in 4 weeks
Grizzlies center Zach Edey will be reevaluated in four weeks with a stress reaction in the left ankle he had surgically repaired in the offseason.
Why some NBA teams might avoid a Giannis or AD trade: 'Cost of a mistake is too high'
One superstar trade away from NBA title contention? You better be right. If not, the consequences have never been harsher.
Five Anthony Davis trades, including a chaotic five-team blockbuster
With AD trade buzz ramping up, our experts propose five deals that could shift the league's balance of power.
Spurs' Stephon Castle buys stake in Connecticut soccer teams
The former UConn guard joins the ownership group for men's and women's professional franchises where he starred in college.
The best quotes and 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.
Risers and fallers: Add Ryan Nembhard, consider parting with Jaren Jackson
Steve Alexander highlights fantasy basketball names trending upwards or downwards, with key takeaways for each.
Don't be surprised if ... Hart, Bridges are among top 25
Eric Karabell forecasts what to expect from notable players such as Jaren Jackson Jr. and key New York Knicks.
NBA Cup preview: Everything to know about each semifinal in Las Vegas
The Emirates NBA Cup semifinals are officially set. Here is everything to know ahead of Saturday's games.
NBA 25 under 25 rankings: Where Wemby, Ant, Flagg and more young stars check in
Which youngsters are among the next class of superstars? Which are already there? Our NBA experts rank their top 25 under 25.
Jason Collins, on his cancer diagnosis: It's Stage 4 glioblastoma and I'm fighting
In an exclusive with ESPN, the 13-year NBA veteran and pioneer reveals that he is fighting for his life.
NBA Futures: Thunder remain championship favorites ahead of Nuggets, Rockets
The Oklahoma City Thunder are favorites to repeat as champions, with Denver and Houston next in line.
How Derik Queen became the Pelicans' future after a shocking draft-night trade
Queen, the face of a controversial trade, is tasked with rescuing a franchise that is experiencing another difficult campaign
Chris Paul's 'get-better mentality' paved the way for OKC's dominance
Paul spent only one season in OKC but left a lasting impression on reigning MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.
Moore facing charges of stalking, home invasion
Sherrone Moore, abruptly fired this week as Michigan football coach, was charged Friday with three crimes including home invasion and stalking a person he had dated, prosecutors said.
Sources: Iowa St. QB Becht has shoulder surgery
Iowa State quarterback Rocco Becht underwent labrum surgery on his non-throwing shoulder, an injury he played through for most of the 2025 season, sources told ESPN's Pete Thamel.
🏆 How each CFP team could win national title
Bill Connelly breaks down the path to victory for every team -- and what will hold each of them back.
Hoosiers likely without DE Daley for playoffs
Indiana is likely to be without Stephen Daley for the playoffs after the defensive end suffered an injury during the Big Ten championship postgame celebration, coach Curt Cignetti told reporters…
Southern Miss promotes Anderson to head coach
Southern Miss promoted offensive coordinator Blake Anderson to head coach on Thursday to replace Charles Huff, who recently left for Memphis.
Indiana QB Mendoza named AP Player of Year
Fernando Mendoza was named Associated Press Player of the Year on Thursday after leading unbeaten and top-ranked Indiana to its first Big Ten championship since 1967 and the No. 1 seed in the College…
Chanticleers hire Missouri State's Beard as coach
Ryan Bears, who was 19-16 at Missouri State as he guided the Bears through the transition from FCS to FBS, has been hired as the new head coach at Coastal Carolina.
LSU's Kiffin set to return to Ole Miss on Sept. 19
LSU's Lane Kiffin will make his return to Ole Miss on Sept. 19, as the SEC announced the dates for its first nine-game schedule.
Kitchens out as OC after Heels offense slumps
North Carolina offensive coordinator Freddie Kitchens and special teams coordinator Mike Priefer will not return next season, with the school announcing the departure of both assistants after a 4-8…
FCS quarterfinal preview: Is it now Tarleton State's tourney to win?
After a spate of upsets, there are familiar teams but also some newcomers at the top of the FCS bracket.
Army-Navy: Inside the many traditions of America's Game
From the "prisoner exchange" to a Presidential visit, there's plenty of spectacle beyond the game itself.
The hope and heroism of Army safety Larry Pickett Jr.
In August, Pickett Jr. came upon a terrifying scene: power lines down, a car on fire and a man close to death.
Betting on the 2025 CFP? All the predictions, odds and best bets bettors need
Breaking down the field, the best bets, plus what the sportsbooks are seeing ahead of the first round.
Dates for Georgia-Bama, LSU-Ole Miss and every other SEC game in 2026
Find out when every SEC game will be, including Lane Kiffin's return to Oxford and Georgia's trip to Alabama.
We made score picks for every postseason CFB game
See our predictions on the final score of every bowl matchup, and check back to see how we fared.
College Football Playoff predictions: We pick every game in every round
Our college football writers predict the outcomes of each CFP matchup and choose their champion.
How a 28-year-old Chris Weinke became one of the most unlikely Heisman winners ever
After leaving pro baseball, the quarterback ignited a debate about whether his age was helping him tear up college football.
A trade for the No. 1 pick?! Let's project next year's first round in Yates' updated NFL mock draft
Which teams need a quarterback? Could Ohio State dominate the first round? Field Yates projects the opening 32 picks of next year's draft.
College Football Playoff 2025: First round first look
How all eight teams can win their first-round matchup, plus players to watch and biggest questions.
CFP Anger Index: An absurd farce over Notre Dame, Miami
Evaluating the committee's ranking process, and what teams should be most upset over in the final CFP ranking.
Wetzel: Relax, the CFP selection process is (mostly) working
Don't overreact to this year's playoff rankings by blowing up the system. Chasing perfection is a fool's errand.
Do college sports need a CBA? Some ADs are starting to think so
A growing number of athletic directors say they are interested in exploring a once-unthinkable option.
Braves sign vet OF Yastrzemski to 2-year deal
Mike Yastrzemski's deal with Atlanta is worth at least $23 million and includes a team option for 2028.
↔️ Free agency tracker: Offseason trades, moves
We've got you covered on all the major MLB hot stove signings and trades.
Sources: A's, Leiter Jr. agree to 1-year, $3M deal
Free agent reliever Mark Leiter Jr is in agreement on a 1-year contract with the A's, sources told ESPN.
Rule 5: Yanks pick Winquest, Rockies get Petit
The Yankees made their first selection in a Rule 5 draft since 2011 on Wednesday, taking right-hander Cade Winquest from the Cardinals. The Rockies took RJ Petit, a 6-foot-8 reliever, with the first…
Former Padres closer Suarez signs with Braves
Former Padres closer Robert Suarez has signed a three-year, $45 million contract with the Atlanta Braves, the team announced Thursday.
Jays president Shapiro given new 5-year deal
Blue Jays president and CEO Mark Shapiro and Toronto agreed to a new five-year contract following the team's first American League pennant since 1993.
Sources: Royals keeping Garcia on five-year deal
The Royals have secured All-Star third baseman Maikel Garcia on a multiyear contract extension, sources told ESPN.
Sources: Cubs, lefty reliever Milner agree to deal
Free agent left-handed reliever Hoby Milner is in agreement with the Chicago Cubs on a one-year, $3.75 million contract, sources confirmed to ESPN.
Orioles agree to 5-year deal with slugger Alonso
First baseman Pete Alonso and the Orioles have agreed to a five-year contract, the team announced Thursday.
Who is willing to spend to keep up with the Dodgers and Blue Jays this winter?
Baseball insiders were abuzz over L.A. and Toronto at this week's winter meetings, as both have the money -- and pull -- to dominate the winter.
MLB winter meetings winners, losers and questions
Now that the dust has settled in Orlando, we debate all the moves and what's ahead this offseason.
As responsibilities evolve, MLB manager salaries still lag behind top coaches in other sports
From new hires to award winners, big paydays continue to allude most skippers. What gives?
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.
Predicting the top 5 picks in the 2026 MLB draft after White Sox win lottery
With Chicago landing the No. 1 overall pick for next summer, let's see how the start of the first round could go down.
A great night for Kent, but another stain on the Hall of Fame
Sunday was a special night for Jeff Kent -- and a telling one for the keepers of Cooperstown.
Will there be baseball in 2027? Is a salary cap coming?
With the CBA set to expire one year from today, we answer baseball's burning questions.
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