🤔 Keys to offseason for every eliminated team
We explore the next moves each team should make this summer and forecast expectations for 2026-27.
Canadiens win Game 7 with just nine shots on net
Alex Newhook and Nick Suzuki scored, and the Montreal Canadiens, despite posting just nine shots on net, defeated the Lightning 2-1 in Game 7 of the Eastern Conference quarterfinals Sunday night, a…
Avalanche overwhelm Wild in 9-6 Game 1 shootout
In just the 10th playoff game in NHL history with at least 15 combined goals, the Colorado Avalanche overcame blowing a three-goal lead to defeat the short-handed Minnesota Wild 9-6 on Sunday in a…
Masterton finalists: Dahlin, Landeskog, Toews
Sabres defenseman Rasmus Dahlin, Avalanche forward Gabriel Landeskog, and Jets forward Jonathan Toews are finalists for the 2026 Bill Masterton Trophy.
Hang 'em up: Canes not re-stocking 'beer skates'
The Hurricanes' viral drinking vessel, the beer skate, won't return this season after the item sold out early in Carolina's playoff run.
Sens' Greig suspended for 2 games next season
The NHL on Monday suspended Ottawa forward Ridly Greig for two regular-season games for roughing during the Senators' final playoff game against the Hurricanes.
Leafs new hockey ops president discusses past
The Toronto Maple Leafs formally introduced former captain Mats Sundin as senior executive adviser of hockey operations and John Chayka as general manager on Monday, a day after team president and CEO…
Vegas gets Karlsson back for Game 1 against Ducks
Coach John Tortorella confirmed on Monday that Vegas Golden Knights center William Karlsson will return for Game 1 of the team's Western Conference quarterfinal series against the Anaheim Ducks after…
Stanley Cup playoffs daily: Previewing Canes-Flyer...
Here's what to watch in Monday's two games. Plus, a recap and highlights from Sunday's games and more.
The biggest questions facing each second-round Sta...
Which trends from Round 1 -- both good and bad -- will continue? Here's the key consideration for all eight clubs.
Who has over- or underperformed in the Stanley Cup...
With Round 2 now underway, here are the biggest takeaways from the first two-plus weeks of the postseason.
2026 NHL draft: Updated top-32 rankings, plus player comps
Who will be selected early in the draft in June? Here's an updated list of the top 32 players available.
Top athlete looks and moments at Met Gala 2026
The stars from the world of sports were out in Manhattan for the 2026 Met Gala.
How have UFL's 4-point FG and ban on punts inside ...
Taking a closer look at some of the trends, rule changes and other takeaways from the start of Mike Repole's first season with the league.
Source: Vet DE Campbell reuniting with Ravens
Veteran defensive end Calais Campbell, who played with the Ravens from 2020 to 2022, is returning to sign a one-year deal with Baltimore, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter.
No charges for Steelers' Metcalf over fan incident...
Steelers wide receiver DK Metcalf will not face criminal charges stemming from his altercation with a fan at Ford Field during the Steelers' December game against the Detroit Lions, the Wayne County…
Mahomes on track to participate in first OTAs
Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes, continuing to progress well in his rehab from knee surgery, is on track to participate in the first round of OTAs.
QB Mendoza working under center in rookie camp
Raiders rookie QB Fernando Mendoza says he has learned a lot over the last two days of rookie minicamp but noted he still has a long way to go when it comes to taking snaps under center.
Ravens on QB Pavia: 'Show us what you can do'
Ravens coach Jesse Minter was noncommittal about undrafted rookie Diego Pavia, saying they're looking for what he can contribute in camp.
Source: Richardson reports to Colts' workouts
Colts quarterback Anthony Richardson Sr. reported Monday for voluntary offseason workouts after staying home the past two weeks, a source told ESPN's Stephen Holder.
Diggs says assault never happened as trial starts
The Stefon Diggs assault trial began with the ex-Patriots receiver insisting he was innocent and that a violent attack against his private chef never happened.
Source: Pack signing veteran Taylor as new QB2
Veteran quarterback Tyrod Taylor signed with the Packers and is expected to be the favorite to back up starter Jordan Love.
🏈 Reid's early 2027 NFL mock draft: Arch No. 1?
We're still a full year out, but let's make way-too-early predictions for every first-round pick of the 2027 NFL draft. Will Arch Manning go No. 1? Jeremiah Smith?
Solak's NFL Rookie of the Year favorites: Ranking ...
Let's stack the top names to watch on each side of the ball.
College coaches evaluate the NFL draft: Steal for ...
College coaches know the draftees in different ways. They were surprised by some moves and loved what the Cowboys, Jets, Cardinals and others did.
After 'unfortunate decision,' Colts' Seth McGowan ...
He had a challenging road back after an arrest in college, and McGowan wants to make the most of his NFL chance.
What NFL scouts, coaches, execs are saying about a...
One week since the start of the 2026 NFL draft, what are league sources saying about all 32 classes?
Miller: Ranking the 100 best NFL draft picks of 20...
Matt Miller picked out his 100 favorite selections, factoring in value, fit and trades.
Copy of Why Giants leaned bigger, stronger and physical in...
New York focused on bringing in bigger, more physical players in its first draft led by coach John Harbaugh.
Copy of Inside the Seahawks' draft approach to maintain a ...
What did Jadarian Price, Bud Clark and six other Seattle picks have in common?
Should the Texans pay C.J. Stroud? NFL execs from around the league weigh in
After paying Will Anderson, will Houston do the same with its franchise quarterback?
Is 2026 the comeback year for running backs? Insid...
Running backs went early as 10 ESPN fantasy analysts made their first draft picks of the year.
Super Bowl 2027 on ESPN: Date, location, venue, more details
The 2027 Super Bowl will air on ESPN for the first time in network history. Learn more information about Super Bowl LXI festivities now.
Follow live: Knicks dominating 76ers at MSG
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Top athlete looks and moments at Met Gala 2026
The stars from the world of sports were out in Manhattan for the 2026 Met Gala.
Injuries, burner phones and a massive leadership v...
Between crushing injuries, a burner phone scandal and inconsistency from their core, the Rockets end another season in disappointment.
Magic president: No reason to 'dismantle' team
Magic president Jeff Weltman said that despite firing head coach Jamahl Mosley, he still believes in the team's core when it's fully healthy.
Sources: Wolves expect Edwards to play Game 1
Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards returned to the court just nine days after hyperextending his knee, coming off the bench in Game 1 vs. the Spurs.
Tatum laments 'unfortunate timing' of knee injury
Celtics star Jayson Tatum said it was "unfortunate timing" that he was forced to watch Game 7 against the 76ers from the bench in street clothes.
👀 What's next for every eliminated team?
Summer is here for 20 NBA franchises. What lies ahead for the Celtics, Hawks, Blazers, Warriors and every eliminated team?
Pistons extend Bickerstaff following series victor...
The Pistons have signed coach J.B. Bickerstaff to a contract extension one day after he led the Pistons to their first playoff series victory since 2008.
Sources: Mavs hire ex-Raptors exec Ujiri as prez
The Mavericks have agreed to hire Masai Ujiri as their team president and alternate governor.
Bulls hire Hawks exec Graham to head front office
The Bulls are hiring Hawks senior vice president Bryson Graham as the franchise's new executive vice president of basketball operations.
C's Brown says refs had 'agenda,' calls out Embiid...
Jaylen Brown, appearing on his Twitch stream Sunday, took issue with the officiating against him during the Celtics-76ers series, as well as with Joel Embiid, whom he accused of the type of flopping…
Cavs close out Raptors in 7 behind Allen's 22-19
A more vocal and animated Jarrett Allen scored 22 points and pulled down 19 rebounds, in leading the Cavaliers to a 114-102 win over the Raptors in Game 7 of their first-round series Sunday night.
Latest NBA buzz: Everything we're hearing ahead of...
Here's the latest news and reactions from our NBA insiders, including the latest on Kevin Durant's ankle injury.
Breaking down 10 lessons from a strange Round 1
ESPN analyst Zach Kram breaks down the NBA's first round -- and explores its impact on the rest of the playoff.
NBA playoffs 2026: Previewing the second round
Our NBA insiders answer the biggest questions heading into the second round of the NBA playoffs.
New NBA mock draft! Projecting all 60 picks ahead ...
As the 2026 NBA draft lottery approaches -- it's Sunday, May 10, on ABC -- we have an updated mock draft of all 60 picks.
Try out the NBA draft lottery simulator: Which tea...
Our draft lottery simulator allows users to model the 14-team field and play out the lottery.
Copy of College coaches evaluate the NFL draft: Steal for ...
College coaches know the draftees in different ways. They were surprised by some moves and loved what the Cowboys, Jets, Cardinals and others did.
Top 25 portal classes: Re-evaluating Texas Tech af...
These teams nailed their top targets or won a QB battle. Others had to reload at quite a few positions.
🏈 Under-the-radar players for every Top 25 team
Someone from each of the top teams you may not know now, but will by the end of the 2026 season.
Reports: Big 12 reaches 5-year private equity deal...
The Big 12 is the first conference in major college sports to strike a league-wide, private capital deal.
Big Ten distributes record $1.37 billion in revenu...
The Big Ten Conference distributed a record $1.37 billion to its 18 members in the 2024-25 fiscal year, an increase of nearly $500 million.
Notre Dame adds Monds to future QB pipeline
Notre Dame secured another addition to its future quarterback pipeline Friday with a commitment from four-star prospect Wonderful Monds IV, ESPN's No. 14 pocket passer in the 2027 class.
No. 4 ranked RB Roberts commits to Longhorns
Four-star prospect Noah Roberts, ESPN's No. 4 running back in the 2027 class, has committed to Texas, he told ESPN.
Gophers QB Lindsey arrested for fake ID, alcohol
Minnesota starting quarterback Drake Lindsey, 20, was arrested early Friday in Arkansas and accused of underage alcohol possession and possession of a fake ID.
Sources: Sorsby hires attorney amid NCAA probe
Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby, who is under NCAA investigation for making bets via a gambling app, has retained the noted lawyer Jeffrey Kessler to try to regain his college eligibility…
Jones-Drew, son of NFL All-Pro, commits to UCLA
Class of 2027 running back Duece Jones-Drew, the son of former NFL All-Pro Maurice Jones-Drew, has committed to UCLA.
LSU lands nation's top-ranked 2027 TE Hudson
LSU secured an in-state commitment Sunday from Ahmad Hudson, ESPN's No. 1 tight end in the 2027 class.
What to know about Brendan Sorsby's situation and ...
The high-profile transfer's future is up in the air. It leaves Tech with big questions.
Wetzel: Heisman hopes and career in jeopardy after...
Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby's decision to get treatment for gambling addiction feels like an inevitable result of a sports betting boom. The NCAA has to hope it doesn't get worse.
How Diego Pavia helped Vanderbilt land the five-star QB who could replace him
Freshman Jared Curtis flipped from Georgia to the Commodores in hopes of continuing the success of the past two seasons.
Olney: John Sterling was the perfect voice for the...
Whether New York's longtime radio voice was celebrating a win or frustrated with the team, you always knew the score.
Longtime Yankees radio voice Sterling dies at 87
John Sterling, the radio voice of the New York Yankees for parts of 36 seasons, has died. He was 87.
📈 Top 10 prospect rankings for all 30 teams
Who is rising in every major league farm system a month into the season? Kiley McDaniel digs in.
Marlins prospect Mack makes MLB debut vs. Phils
On Monday afternoon, prior to a 1-0 loss to the Phillies, the Miami Marlins promoted catcher Joe Mack, 23, the club's No. 3 prospect according to ESPN's Kiley McDaniel, from Triple-A in time for him…
Judge: Volpe call 'tough,' know he'll be motivated...
Yankees manager Aaron Boone spoke Monday about the decision to option shortstop Anthony Volpe to Triple A, with Aaron Judge calling the move "tough" but acknowledging, "I know he's going to be more…
Orioles sign P Trivino after release by Phillies
Veteran right-handed reliever Lou Trivino, 34, agreed to a one-year contract with the Baltimore Orioles on Monday, three days after he was released from a minor league deal by the Philadelphia…
Anthony returning to Boston to have hand checked
Roman Anthony will return to Boston to have his right hand examined by a team doctor after exiting Monday night's 5-4 win against the Tigers with discomfort in his wrist.
Boone: Sterling a 'giant' who 'did it his own way'...
"A giant in the sport," Yankees manager Aaron Boone said in reflecting on the life of John Sterling, the legendary radio broadcaster who died Monday at the age of 87. Aaron Judge said Sterling…
Tigers' Skubal to have surgery on left elbow
Tigers ace and two-time defending American League Cy Young Award winner Tarik Skubal will need surgery for loose bodies in his left elbow, manager A.J. Hinch said.
MLB Power Rankings: How far have these NL powerhou...
Many preseason playoff favorites are struggling, while a couple of unexpected contenders continue their rise.
From an A+ to four big-market F's: Handing out fir...
Failing grades for playoff favorites?! We break down whether your favorite team is acing -- or flunking -- the early part of the 2026 season.
Every team's odds to win the 2026 World Series: Br...
As the Dodgers lead the way, the slumping Mets are way down the list.
MLB awards: Ohtani and Judge continue to lead MVP ...
Who are the favorites to win seasonlong honors? Here are the odds for MVP, Cy Young and Rookie of the Year in the AL and NL.
Savannah Bananas pack Kyle Field with 102,000 fans...
The Bananas filled Texas A&M's football field to capacity in their game against the Texas Tailgaters.
Free agent pickups: Rookies Bazzana, Eldridge lead...
The top players you should consider claiming off the fantasy baseball waiver wire this week.
Fantasy baseball news: Options to replace surgery-...
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.
The Force at the ballpark: How Star Wars took over MLB
What began as a novelty promotion has evolved into a leaguewide tradition as nearly every MLB team now hosts a Star Wars-themed game.
Is Mike Trout back? Who is the best hitter in base...
What stands out as the calendar turns to May? Let's break down the biggest early trends.
Meet the All-April team -- and the biggest early d...
Who's atop the majors one month into the 2026 season? We identify stars and disappointments at every position.
Bad vibes, therapy sessions and a purple Empire State Building: The lowest moments of the Mets' season so far
The team with MLB's second-highest payroll has the worst record in the majors. Here's how New York got here.
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