'Holy cow. What's going on in Utah?' Inside the Hockey Club's plan for long-term success
Here's how the franchise aims to give fans a unique experience at the arena -- and achieve on-ice success -- in order to create generational fandom.
Sharks' No. 1 pick Celebrini returns vs. Jackets
Sharks' No. 1 pick Macklin Celebrini, who hasn't played since sustaining a lower-body injury in his NHL debut, returned against the Blue Jackets.
Leafs' Matthews (upper body) sits out vs. Bruins
Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews, ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Bruins, is considered day-to-day with an upper-body injury.
Kaprizov briefly exits after puck hits him in mouth
Wild winger Kirill Kaprizov was struck in the mouth by an errant puck and left in the second period of Tuesday night's game against the Kings but returned in the third.
Avalanche lose star defenseman Makar to injury
Avalanche defenseman Cale Makar left Tuesday night's win over the Kraken after he "tweaked something," head coach Jared Bednar said.
Blues' Holloway struck in neck, taken to hospital
Blues forward Dylan Holloway was hit in the neck area by a puck late in the first period Tuesday night and departed on a stretcher before being taken to a hospital for observation.
Lightning's Point (lower body) out against Blues
Tampa Bay Lightning forward Brayden Point has been ruled out of Tuesday's game against the host St. Louis Blues due to a lower-body injury.
Stock watch: Risers, fallers and goalie notes
A weekly look at top statistical trends in fantasy hockey with goalie, power play, and droppable notes.
Fantasy hockey free agents: These teams have the best schedule this week
A number of young prospects are on most waiver wires in fantasy hockey leagues early this season. Here's who to consider adding this week.
Schedule, playoff format, 'the Jack Eichel issue': What players are looking for in CBA talks
The current CBA expires following the 2025-26 season, and all parties aim to avoid another lockout after three in the past 30 years. Here are topics players say are most important to discuss.
Bruins sign F Tyler Johnson for help on offense
The Boston Bruins have signed forward Tyler Johnson to a contract that will pay him $775,000 for this season.
Canada's toughest roster decisions for the 4 Nations Face-Off
With final calls due on Dec. 2, here is a position-by-position breakdown of locks, debates and potential surprises on the final list of 23.
NHL Power Rankings: A new No. 1, and the game(s) of the month for all 32 teams
A shuffle in the top three results in a new team on the throne. Plus, here's your official viewing guide to top matchups for the next 30 days.
First bets: Early picks for Week 10
What are the lines we're looking at before movement later in the week? Here are some early picks for Week 10.
Rams trade veteran cornerback White to Ravens
The Rams traded cornerback Tre'Davious White to the Ravens on Tuesday.
Former Titans LB Allred loses U.S. Senate race
Republican Sen. Ted Cruz of Texas won reelection Tuesday, defeating U.S. Rep. and former NFL linebacker Colin Allred in the state's Senate race.
Ravens' Jackson to play despite missing practice
Lamar Jackson didn't practice Tuesday, but Ravens coach John Harbaugh said his star quarterback will be playing Thursday night against the Bengals.
Steelers trade for WR Williams, pass rusher Smith
The Steelers have agreed to a trade with the Jets to acquire wide receiver Mike Williams and have also acquired pass rusher Preston Smith from the Packers.
Bengals' Moss (neck) likely to miss rest of season
Cincinnati Bengals running back Zack Moss was placed on injured reserve Tuesday and will likely be out for the rest of the season, coach Zac Taylor said.
Cowboys trade 4th-rounder to Panthers for Mingo
The Panthers are trading receiver Jonathan Mingo to the Cowboys.
GM noncommittal on Watson's Browns future
Browns general manager Andrew Berry was noncommittal when asked Wednesday about quarterback Deshaun Watson's standing with the franchise.
Commanders trade for Saints corner Lattimore
The Commanders traded for Saints cornerback Marshon Lattimore on Tuesday.
Betting buzz: Reassessing NFL futures halfway through the season
The Detroit Lions have seen plenty of movement and betting interest since the beginning of the season, while the NFC West appears to be the most volatile division.
Why Marvin Harrison Jr.'s 'next level' work ethic is the stuff of lore
The Cardinals rookie has a routine that helped take him from high school star to Arizona's top receiver.
Helping hand: Garrett Wilson makes soup kitchen trip after highlight-reel catch
Wilson made the trip with teammate Solomon Thomas, the team's Walter Payton Man of the Year nominee last season.
'We need them': Struggling Saints welcome Pope Francis' accidental blessings
Pope Francis inadvertently included the New Orleans Saints' hashtag in two different social media posts this week, prompting a response from the team.
Flex and superflex rankings for Week 10
Eric Karabell ranks the top 150 quarterbacks, running backs, wide receivers and tight ends.
Why the 49ers are impressed by their rookie class this season
With many injuries, San Francisco has needed its rookies. Dominick Puni and Malik Mustapha have stood out.
Here's why Caleb Williams and the Bears' offense is so inconsistent
With a new OC and skill players, the Bears' offense was supposed to be ready to roll, but it's been a bumpy ride.
How a 1-in-780,000 completions streak explains the Goff-St. Brown connection
Jared Goff and Amon-Ra St. Brown, who have connected on 30 straight targets, have the kind of chemistry Super Bowl dreams are made of.
Marshon Lattimore trade shows Commanders' bright future is now
In Lattimore, the contending Commanders addressed an immediate need without mortgaging the coming years.
Mike Williams adds depth that Steelers have needed
Pittsburgh ended its months-long search for a wideout by shoring up the position group with the veteran Williams.
Panthers still hampered by moving on from 1st-rounders, like Burns
Carolina has cut ties with Brian Burns and Christian McCaffrey, among others, and Bryce Young is on thin ice.
Inside the trade that began with a joke and ended with Brian Burns on the Giants
Burns says he never requested a trade from Carolina but is happy with the situation he's in with the Giants.
Is Za'Darius Smith Lions' missing piece? Answering 5 key questions about the trade
The Lions will rely on Smith to pick up the slack in Aidan Hutchinson's absence.
Recapping the NFL trade deadline: We tracked every deal, plus buzz from our reporters
We followed every move of the 2024 NFL trade deadline, which passed at 4 p.m. ET Tuesday. Who landed with new teams?
New Power Rankings: 1-32 poll, plus each team's most important game down the stretch
How high did the Cardinals rise and how far did the Texans fall in our Week 10 Power Rankings? Plus, we identify the biggest remaining game for every team.
Why these Celtics look so much like the 73-win Warriors
The path Jayson Tatum and the Celtics seek looks eerily similar to the winningest team of all time.
The latest on Mitch Johnson and the Spurs' coaching situation
Answering big questions about San Antonio's coaching situation with Gregg Popovich's ongoing absence.
Power Rankings: Where all 30 teams stack up this week
A few teams have had surprising slips while others are ascending the ranks already.
How the Paul George negotiations changed the direction of the Clippers
When Steve Ballmer bought the franchise, he said he was willing to spend whatever it takes to win. But now he's trying to build a team mindful of the second apron.
AD injures foot as Lakers' road woes continue
Anthony Davis will have his foot evaluated after he aggravated an injury late in the fourth quarter of Monday's loss at Detroit.
Spurs aim to compete 'hard' for Pop amid absence
In the wake of coach Gregg Popovich's indefinite absence from the San Antonio Spurs due to a health issue, point guard Chris Paul said the club wants "to play hard and compete for Pop because he set a…
Source: LeBron's SpringHill Co. in merger talks
LeBron James' SpringHill Company entertainment and production company is in merger talks with the British television, film and music production company Fulwell 73, a source familiar with the…
Hornets' Richards out with rib cartilage fracture
Already without starting center Nick Williams, the Hornets will also lose Nick Richards indefinitely after an MRI revealed he has a right rib cartilage fracture.
Spurs' Sochan to have surgery on fractured thumb
San Antonio Spurs forward Jeremy Sochan suffered a fractured left thumb and is scheduled to have surgery this week.
Ex-NBA player White loses bid for U.S. Senate
Anti-establishment Republican and former NBA player Royce White lost his bid for a U.S. Senate seat Tuesday after falling to incumbent Democrat Sen. Amy Klobuchar in Minnesota's top election matchup.
Sources: Nuggets' Gordon out multiple weeks
Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon will miss multiple weeks due to a right calf strain, sources told ESPN.
Embiid suspended 3 games for shoving columnist
Joel Embiid's suspension will span the 76ers' next three games, with his return set for next Tuesday vs. the Knicks.
The waterboy can ball: Stories from Adam Sandler's pickup games
Adam Sandler is one of the wealthiest and most iconic comedians of all time. But to his fellow pickup hoopers, he's known as much for his passing abilities as his punchlines.
Waiver wire pickups: Gradey Dick, Tari Eason stand out
The fantasy basketball waiver wire always has players who can help fill holes in your roster. Here are the ones to add for the third week of the season.
What are conference tiebreaker rules?
How have tiebreakers changed since the 12-team playoff format was implemented? We break it down.
Oregon, OSU, Georgia, Miami top 1st CFP rankings
Unbeaten Oregon is the No. 1 team in the first rankings released by the College Football Playoff selection committee, followed by Ohio State, Georgia, Miami and Texas.
Cops: Police force used at UF-UGA 'within policy'
The Jacksonville Sheriff's Office says officers "acted within policy to protect themselves and nearby fans" while fighting with fans during Saturday's Florida-Georgia game at EverBank Stadium.
Alabama A&M LB Burnett remains hospitalized
Alabama A&M linebacker Medrick Burnett Jr. remains hospitalized after sustaining a head injury during a game Oct. 26.
Sources: Huskers adding Holgorsen as consultant
The Nebraska Cornhuskers are adding former Houston and West Virginia head coach Dana Holgorsen to the team's staff as an offensive consultant, sources told ESPN.
Texas prospect Hicks to reclassify into '25 cycle
Zelus Hicks, ESPN's No. 1 safety in the 2026 class, plans to reclassify into the 2025 cycle and will enroll at Texas next year.
USC benching Moss; Maiava to take over at QB
The USC Trojans are making a change at quarterback during their bye week, replacing starter Miller Moss with UNLV transfer Jayden Maiava.
Swinney blocked from voting over name snafu
Clemson coach Dabo Swinney said he was not allowed to vote on Election Day; there will be a Friday hearing to resolve the issue.
Gundy sorry for ripping critical Oklahoma St. fans
Oklahoma State coach Mike Gundy posted an apology Tuesday night for comments he made during his weekly Monday news conference, where he suggested fans being negative about the 3-6 Cowboys "can't pay…
College Football Playoff Anger Index: B1G love, BYU disrespect and more outrage
Unpacking which teams should be most upset with the first CFP rankings of the year.
Bottom 10: Clemson and its fans thrown for a loss
Falling to Louisville -- and some unsportsmanlike conduct from the stands -- lands the Tigers on our list.
Stop rate for all 134 CFB teams: Tennessee on top
We rank the top defenses each week based on how many times an opponent's drive ends without points.
2024 college football Week 11: Top 25 betting odds, lines
Here are all the betting odds, lines, spreads and totals for every top-25 college football game in Week 11.
'When I See U': South Carolina Gamecocks channel Fantasia
The Gamecocks hit all the right notes after their statement win over Texas A&M.
Boneyard to bourbon: NIU commemorates 125 years, historic Notre Dame upset
The Huskies' 16-14 upset over Notre Dame was the first win over a top-five ranked opponent in program history.
Power Rankings: Oregon stays on top, South Carolina joins top 25
Our college football experts break down how each team in our top 25 performed in Week 10.
AP poll reaction: What's next for each Top 25 team?
The new AP Top 25 poll is out. Here's what's ahead for every team in the rankings.
'You can only hope to contain Mike': On the sideline for a Miami football game with Michael Irvin
The former Hurricanes receiver has been one of dozens of famous alums packing the sideline during Miami's undefeated run.
Peralta picks up option with Padres; Kim declines
Left-hander Wandy Peralta exercised his $4.25 million option to remain with the Padres on Monday, while Gold Glove infielder Ha-Seong Kim declined his $8 million mutual option to become a free agent…
Cole decides to stay with Yankees on original deal
Yankees ace Gerrit Cole is staying with the club on his original four-year, $144 million deal, the team confirmed Monday. Cole had exercised his opt-out clause, but the two sides agreed to play out…
Kershaw declines option, is officially free agent
Clayton Kershaw declined his $10 million player option with the Dodgers but is still expected to re-sign with the team.
Former All-Star Garvey loses U.S. Senate race
Republican former baseball star Steve Garvey was defeated by Democratic Rep. Adam Schiff on Tuesday in the race for the California U.S. Senate seat long held by the late Dianne Feinstein.
Opener 'not realistic' for Braves' Acuna, Strider
Braves star outfielder Ronald Acuna Jr. and pitcher Spencer Strider are not expected to recover from injuries in time for Atlanta's season opener at San Diego on March 27.
Cashman talks Soto, Alonso with Boras at meeting
Yankees general manager Brian Cashman has started talks with agent Scott Boras about keeping Juan Soto with New York, and they also discussed power-hitting first baseman Pete Alonso.
Ohtani has surgery to fix torn labrum in shoulder
Shohei Ohtani had surgery Tuesday to repair a labrum tear after partially dislocating his shoulder during the World Series, the Dodgers announced.
Source: Rangers happy if Bochy stays beyond '25
The Rangers will give Bruce Bochy the latitude to continue managing beyond 2025, a source told ESPN.
'His main thing, the priority, is winning': Only Juan Soto can decide if his future is with the Yankees
MLB's biggest free agent has repeatedly said he loved being in pinstripes. Now it's up to him whether he'll wear them again.
Hot stove analysis of offseason trades and free agent signings
Track MLB free agency and trades with analysis from Tristan H. Cockcroft and Eric Karabell. Prepare fantasy baseball moves for the 2025 MLB season.
Way-too-early 2025 MLB Power Rankings: Who's No. 1? How far down are the Mets?!
The Dodgers just won the 2024 World Series -- and we're already looking ahead to next year.
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