Stanley Cup playoffs odds: Maple Leafs now among top 3 favorites after Game 3 win
Every playoff team's odds to win the 2025 Stanley Cup and favorites for the Conn Smythe Trophy for playoff MVP
Landeskog: 1st game in 3 years 'a memory for life'
Avalanche captain Gabriel Landeskog played in his first NHL game in nearly three years Wednesday night in a 2-1 overtime loss to the Stars.
Buchnevich's hat trick steers Blues to Game 3 win
Pavel Buchnevich scored three goals for his first career playoff hat trick and added an assist as the St. Louis Blues beat the Winnipeg Jets 7-2 in Game 3 of their first-round series.
Barkov exits Panthers' Game 2 win after hard hit
Florida Panthers captain Aleksander Barkov left their Game 2 win over Tampa Bay after a third-period hit by Lightning forward Brandon Hagel, which earned him a major penalty.
Mistrial in Hockey Canada case; process restarts
A judge declared a mistrial in the sexual assault case involving five former members of Canada's world junior hockey team. The ruling means a new trial will be held, and jury selection for it began…
Habs' Laine misses morning skate before Game 3
Montreal forward Patrik Laine did not attend the Canadiens' morning skate prior before Game 3 of their Eastern Conference first-round series Friday against the visiting Washington Capitals.
Oilers turn to Pickard in goal to avoid 3-0 hole
The Oilers are making a goaltender change for Game 3 of their Western Conference first-round series against the Kings, turning to Calvin Pickard in the crease over Stuart Skinner.
NHL fines Senators, Cousins for pregame conduct
The Senators and Nick Cousins were fined after Cousins was spotted flipping a puck across the center ice line at Maple Leafs goaltender Anthony Stolarz as he went through his pregame routine.
Stanley Cup playoffs daily: Will the Canadiens, Devils, Oilers get on the board?
All three teams returned home down 0-2. Can they turn the tide? Plus, Thursday's highlights and Three Stars.
Stanley Cup Playoffs Central: Bracket, schedule, scores, news
From the first round all the way through the Stanley Cup Final, ESPN has you covered this NHL postseason.
Ex-RB Peterson faces DWI charge in Minnesota
Former NFL running back Adrian Peterson was arrested Friday morning in Minnesota and charged with fourth-degree driving while impaired, according to online records maintained by the Hennepin County…
Steelers pass on QBs: 'We wanted' DT Harmon
The Steelers fielded several offers for the No. 21 pick, but said they never considered trading it away when they had the chance to take Oregon defensive tackle Derrick Harmon on Thursday night.
Jags trade up for Hunter, who can 'alter the sport'
The Jacksonville Jaguars traded up to acquire the No. 2 pick Thursday and selected wide receiver and cornerback Travis Hunter.
Packers end 1st-round WR drought, pick Golden
Much to the delight of the Packers-heavy crowd jammed between Lambeau Field and the draft stage, Green Bay selected receiver Matthew Golden of Texas with the 23rd pick in the draft.
Giants trade up for QB Dart after drafting Carter
The Giants selected Penn State star Abdul Carter and QB Jaxson Dart in the first round of the NFL draft.
Sanders slides out of NFL draft's opening round
Shedeur Sanders is still on the board following the first round of the NFL draft.
Ward, Jeanty have best odds for offensive ROY
Cam Ward and Ashton Jeanty have the best early odds to win offensive rookie of the year.
Ward gets Moon's blessing to wear Titans' No. 1
Warren Moon gave his blessing to Cam Ward to wear the No. 1 jersey, saying the rookie QB has "a chance to create a great legacy for that number" with the Titans.
Analysis of every pick in the 2025 NFL draft
Get insights on all 32 teams' draft picks and trades from our NFL Nation reporters.
Why Jags went all-in on Travis Hunter at the NFL draft: Will he play both sides of the ball?
Hunter has been tabbed as a 'generational' talent. Did the Jags overspend? Breaking down the deal.
What the Jaxson Dart pick means for Brian Daboll, Joe Schoen
Dart, the 21-year-old Ole Miss product, is positioned to be the Giants' QB of the future but might not play in 2025.
2025 NFL draft: Pros and cons for every first-round pick
A couple of surprising trades highlighted the first round, including the Giants' move up for a QB.
2025 NFL draft: Fantasy football analysis of Round 1
Liz Loza, Matt Bowen and Mike Clay break down the fantasy potential of early-round rookies from the NFL draft and provide initial 2025 projections.
Carroll's clues: Raiders HC Pete Carroll's posts hint 2025 NFL draft selections
Raiders head coach gave clues to their picks on draft night without any context to keep fans on their toes.
2025 NFL draft superlatives: Biggest personalities, boldest moments and more
The 2025 NFL draft picks can be compared by any number of statistical categories. Here are some of the more subjective superlatives from the event.
NBA playoff odds: Thunder up 3-0 on Memphis, solidify championship favorite status
Latest betting odds for every playoff team to advance to and to win the 2025 NBA championship.
Divisions, chaos that ended the Luka Doncic era in Dallas
Doncic's time in Dallas ended with a shocking trade on Feb. 2, but the beginning of the end dates to the summer of 2023.
Westbrook's early exit adds to Denver injury woes
Russell Westbrook tried playing through a left-foot injury but was pulled midway through the second quarter Thursday night, while Michael Porter Jr. struggled with his injured left shoulder in the…
French center Beringer to enter NBA draft
French center Joan Beringer, a projected top-20 pick, will enter the 2025 NBA draft, he told ESPN Friday.
OKC's historic 26-point rally puts Grizz on brink
The Thunder pulled off the biggest second-half rally in NBA playoff history, overcoming a 26-point halftime deficit to beat the Grizzlies 114-108 in Thursday's Game 3.
Pistons, Knicks miffed by officiating in wild finish
Both clubs were unhappy after a pair of odd plays that were or weren't whistled in the closing seconds of New York's win in Detroit on Thursday night.
Draymond finishes first for NBA's Hustle Award
Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green was named the winner of the NBA's Hustle Award.
Rockets' Brooks calls Warriors' Green dirty player
Dillon Brooks sticks up for Amen Thompson, saying his Rockets teammate is not a dirty player, but that Golden State's Draymond Green is.
Warriors list Butler as questionable for Game 3
Warriors forward Jimmy Butler is listed as questionable for Game 3 of Golden State's first-round playoff series against the Rockets after he sustained a pelvic contusion in a hard fall during Game 2.
Sources: Morant out for Game 4 with hip injury
Grizzlies superstar Ja Morant is out for Saturday's Game 4 because of a left hip injury he suffered in Game 3, sources told ESPN.
The NBA Finals have a Washington Wizards problem (or secret weapon)
A former Wizard has appeared in every NBA Finals since 2017 -- and this year, 18 of them are suiting up for 11 different playoff teams. Here's how they got there.
How a love for J. Cole led a BAL fan-favorite, USA's Will Perry, to Africa
As a schoolboy at Wake Forest High in North Carolina, Will Perry could not have fathomed that he would go on to become a professional basketball player - let alone one of the best in an NBA-backed…
Luka, LeBron and the most dangerous 60-foot passes in the game
These mega-outlets illustrate a growing Lakers connection that should strike fear across the NBA. And they're only going to happen more.
The fishing ad that foreshadowed this incredible resurgence from Kawhi Leonard
On Jan. 4, Leonard returned to the floor, starting a 37-game stretch of dominance that has shown what kind of player he still is -- and what his career could have been. The question, as always, is:…
Transfer portal's lure involves more than just a big payday for players
Players, agents, recruiters are drawn together in search of the best possible deal.
NCAA expands Div. II football playoffs to 32 teams
The NCAA Division II football playoffs will expand from 28 to 32 teams this season to accommodate the change that will award automatic bids to all 16 conferences.
Dabo touts Tigers' stability over 'chaos' of portal
Clemson coach Dabo Swinney said he's glad his program isn't part of the "chaos" of the transfer portal era, saying that "the more chaos out there, the better it is for us because we're built for it."
Sources: '26 OT recruit Greene flips to Huskies
Four-star offensive tackle Kodi Greene, the No. 37 recruit in the 2026 ESPN 300, has flipped from Oregon to Washington, sources told ESPN.
Ex-Iowa, NU QB Sullivan transferring to Tulane
Quarterback Brendan Sullivan, who started three games for Iowa last season and eight for Northwestern over the 2022 and 2023 seasons, is set to transfer to Tulane for the 2025 season.
Kentucky looks to make athletic department LLC
Kentucky will ask its board of trustees on Friday to approve a plan to convert its entire athletic department into an LLC, a move the school says will position it to adapt to the new climate of…
Tulane QB Finley in portal again amid legal case
Tulane quarterback TJ Finley is once again in the transfer portal after being suspended earlier this month pending the outcome of a legal case.
This weekend's spring game previews: Oregon, Penn State and more
Spring football winds down with two CFP participants among those hosting games Saturday.
EA Sports College Football 26 release date revealed
Here's what's available in every edition of EA Sports' upcoming college football simulator.
Why Nico Iamaleava soured on Tennessee and ended up at UCLA
What really went down in Iamaleava's split with Tennessee and move to UCLA? We go inside the drama months in the making.
For Rich Rodriguez and West Virginia, is second time a charm?
Rodriguez led West Virginia to prominence when he was its head coach in the aughts. Can he work his magic again in 2025?
Ranking the top 10 defensive backs in college football
Who are the best cornerbacks and safeties in the country? Our experts make their picks.
'There's no drop-off down there': How the bottom of the order is powering the Cubs' offense to top of MLB
Chicago has scored more runs than any team in the majors so far -- with the help of some unexpected sluggers.
Tucker finishes 2025 as fantasy's No. 1? Alonso hits .300? Don't be surprised
Eric Karabell looks into the crystal ball to tell fantasy baseball managers what might come to pass in the not-too-distant future.
Rays lose rookie OF Mangum to strained groin
The Rays placed rookie outfielder Jake Mangum on the 10-day injured list with a left groin strain Thursday.
Mets' McNeil back from season-opening IL stint
The Mets activated Jeff McNeil, who hasn't played this season because of a right oblique strain, from the injured list Thursday night.
Royals ace Ragans exits early with groin issue
Royals ace Cole Ragans will undergo testing on his left groin after the All-Star left-hander was forced to leave Thursday's start after just three innings and 62 pitches.
Dodgers' Snell to pause throwing after discomfort
Dodgers starter Blake Snell will back off his throwing program after feeling discomfort in his left shoulder while playing catch Tuesday, according to manager Dave Roberts.
Twins' Lewis ready to start rehab assignment
Twins third baseman Royce Lewis, who hasn't played since March 16 due to a hamstring strain, will begin an injury rehab assignment Friday at Triple-A St. Paul.
Twins reinstate RHP Lopez for start vs. Angels
The Minnesota Twins activated right-hander Pablo Lopez from the 15-day injured list to start Friday's game against the Los Angeles Angels in Minneapolis.
Power Rankings: There's a new No. 1 ... again
Another change at the top of the list and an NL-heavy top 10 dominate our rankings.
Slow start? Not this year! Francisco Lindor has Mets rolling
After stumbling out of the gate last season, the star shortstop and his team are lighting up Citi Field.
Houston Astros' fried chicken waffle sandwich leads new MLB park treats
MLB parks are staying creative with their new food items in the 2025 season.
Pitchers tell their best stories of failed new pitches
Every ace wants to add something filthy to his arsenal. Sometimes it just doesn't work out.
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