📈 Ranking the top 50 players in the Olympics
As 12 teams face off for gold in Milan Cortina, here are the players who will have the biggest impact.
Chuck Lefley, 2-time Cup champion, dies at 76
Chuck Lefley, a two-time Stanley Cup champion center with the Montreal Canadiens who also played for the St. Louis Blues, has died at the age of 76.
Pens' Letang (broken foot) out at least 4 weeks
Penguins defenseman Kris Letang will miss at least four weeks after suffering a broken foot, the team said Saturday.
Hagel sets outdoor record with goal 11 seconds in
Lightning winger Brandon Hagel scored 11 seconds into his team's Stadium Series game against the Bruins at Raymond James Stadium on Sunday, the fastest anyone has scored in an NHL outdoor game.
Pastrnak vents about nullified OT goal: 'A joke'
David Pastrnak said it was "a joke" that his apparent winning overtime goal was nullified by a penalty in the Bruins' eventual 6-5 shootout loss to the Lightning on Sunday.
Lightning say goalie fight key in historic comebac...
The Lightning credited the first goalie fight in an NHL outdoor game -- between Andrei Vasilevskiy and Jeremy Swayman -- for helping to spark their historic Stadium Series comeback win over the Bruins…
Sources: Trotz set to retire as Predators GM
Barry Trotz is retiring as general manager of the Nashville Predators after just under three years on the job but will stay on until a successor is found, sources confirmed to ESPN's Kristen Shilton…
How do Olympic 'snubs' react to not making the tea...
Since not making the Olympics, Cole Caufield has been racking up goals. Why do some players use a 'snub' to lift their play? Plus, what to watch in the NHL this week.
NHL Power Rankings: Updated 1-32 poll, each team's...
How high will the Sabres climb? Plus, here are the upcoming dates to circle on the calendar.
The three key factors that helped the Avalanche tu...
Colorado is flirting with NHL records for team performance. We dive deep on the league's most dominant team.
Gold or bust? X factors for all 12 men's Olympic h...
Who's going to win at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics? How these specific players perform could make the difference.
Trade value index: Rest-of-season rankings to shak...
Rest-of-season rankings to help guide your trade offers and lineup moves heading into the NHL Olympic break.
How to take full advantage of a short fantasy hock...
With the Olympic break interrupting next week's fantasy matchups, here are picks and tips to stack your lineup.
NHL trade grades: Who comes out ahead on the Kiefer Sherwood swap?
Hockey trade season has begun! Find grades for each GM involved in all the big swaps here.
Sources: Duggan to rejoin Hafley as Fins' new DC
The Dolphins are hiring former Packers linebackers coach Sean Duggan as the new defensive coordinator on Jeff Hafley's staff, sources told ESPN.
NFL inks multi-year deal to play games in Madrid
The NFL has announced it will play more regular-season games in Real Madrid's Santiago Bernabeu Stadium. The teams that will play in 2026 are TBD.
Sources: Cards set to hire Rams' LaFleur as HC
The Cardinals are hiring Rams offensive coordinator Mike LaFleur as their new head coach.
Sources: Kubiak to try to reach deal with Raiders
The Raiders are expected to hire Seahawks offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak as their next head coach after the Super Bowl, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.
Rams sign coach McVay, GM Snead to extensions
The Rams have signed head coach Sean McVay and general manager Les Snead to multiyear contract extensions.
👀 Unique tales: 59 Super Bowl rings, 59 stories
They've been lost while surfing in Hawaii and dancing at Studio 54. Ahead of Super Bowl LX, learn a unique story of one ring from every championship.
Sources: 49ers hire ex-Falcons HC Morris as DC
The 49ers are hiring Raheem Morris as their new defensive coordinator, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter on Sunday.
Jefferson: Vikes likely better if Darnold stayed
Vikings receiver Justin Jefferson can't help but wonder if things would've been different had Sam Darnold been under center instead of oft-injured J.J. McCarthy.
Saints to play in NFL's first Paris game in 2026
The NFL will play a regular-season game in Paris for the first time in 2026, and the Saints were announced as one of the teams playing in the contest.
From seeing ghosts to the Super Bowl: Why the Jets...
Mike Maccagnan and former teammates of Darnold talked openly about their unwavering faith in the QB.
Hispanic icons who owned Super Bowl halftime befor...
From Bruno Mars to Gloria Estefan, a wide array of Hispanic superstars has graced the Super Bowl halftime stage. Reflect on top performances now.
How Up with People paved a Super Bowl path for Bad...
Once upon a time, 600 young adults smiled as one, danced in pastel outfits and sang about positivity.
What did he say? Why millions are riding on the words of the Super Bowl announcers
This Super Bowl, millions of dollars will be riding on not just the athletes -- but the announcers.
Projecting Rounds 1-2 of the NFL draft: Landing sp...
Matt Miller goes two rounds deep in his latest mock draft. Which prospects rose after the Senior Bowl? Which teams need QBs?
Comeback Player of the Year? How Christian McCaffr...
After an injury-plagued 2024, CMC returned to form and carried the 49ers into the postseason.
Wetzel: NFL should look into Giants co-owner Steve...
Steve Tisch isn't accused of violating any law, but commissioner Roger Goodell should ask lots of questions.
Ranking NFL head coaching hires of the past five o...
Who are the most successful coaching hires since 2021? And how do the Super Bowl coaches stack up?
Copy of Grading Mike LaFleur's hire, eyeing what's next fo...
Mike LaFleur comes from the Sean McVay coaching tree, but he faces several tough questions in Arizona. Let's size up the hire.
Wetzel: How the odd Belichick HOF snub could get m...
One thing could make this situation even more awkward: Robert Kraft could get voted in.
Our updated NFL free agent 1-50 ranking
Could George Pickens, Breece Hall and Malik Willis land big contracts? Here are the top 50 free agents.
Five teams with contract extension dilemmas: What ...
How will the Lions juggle four negotiations? Can Puka Nacua and Bijan Robinson get record deals? How might the C.J. Stroud and Brandon Aubrey situations play out?
Super Bowl odds, trends, past winners and MVPs
Odds and trends for Super Bowl LX, plus the updated spread, line, total and FPI projection for the big game.
Super Bowl betting buzz: Sportsbooks split on how ...
After a week of betting, sportsbooks are split on how to handle the heavy volume on Seattle to cover the spread.
The Seahawks have a short-yardage threat: AJ Barne...
The Seahawks created a tush push play that fans dubbed the "Barnyard."
How the 1979 film 'The Warriors' has inspired the ...
New England's "Road Warrior" mentality led the players to choose to wear white at Super Bowl LX vs. the Seahawks.
Super Bowl-bound Patriots follow in Mack Hollins' ...
How the eccentric receiver has become the heart of New England's locker room.
The Luka trade, one year later: What the Mavs, Lakers and NBA learned since
Our NBA insiders answer the biggest questions for the Lakers, Mavericks and the NBA one year after the shocking Luka Doncic trade.
Blazers' Avdija 1st Israeli to earn NBA All-Star n...
Trail Blazers forward Deni Avdija was selected as a Western Conference reserve Sunday night, becoming the first Israeli to be named an NBA All-Star.
Spurs earn Johnson All-Star Game coaching nod
After a whirlwind travel day that began at 6 a.m. in Charlotte and included a flight diversion to Atlanta, the Spurs beat the Magic 112-103 on Sunday night to clinch an All-Star Game coaching nod for…
LeBron named All-Star reserve, extending record
LeBron James is an NBA All-Star for a record-extending 22nd consecutive year after the league announced its reserves for the Feb. 15 midseason showcase Sunday night.
🔍 The biggest All-Star surprises and snubs
ESPN analysts Zach Kram and Kevin Pelton break down the NBA All-Star rosters, including snubs and biggest surprises.
One year after Luka trade, Lakers 'in a good spot'...
One year after completing one of the most shocking trades in NBA history to acquire Luka Doncic, the Lakers offered a midseason assessment.
Nuggets' Murray finally an All-Star in 9th season
Nikola Jokic will finally see a familiar face at the NBA All-Star Game after Jamal Murray earned his first career All-Star berth in his ninth season Sunday.
Pistons set team record in 53-point rout of Nets
The Detroit Pistons routed the Brooklyn Nets 130-77 in the most lopsided victory in franchise history.
Grading every NBA trade: How each team did on the ...
The Blazers added a guard to help their playoff push, while the Hawks got valuable picks. Which team fared best? We graded the trade.
NBA buzz: Live updates, trades and intel from arou...
Catch up on the latest buzz, trade alerts and league intel from our ESPN NBA insiders.
We pitched six Giannis trades to our resident GM -...
The Warriors, Knicks, Heat and Wolves are reportedly serious about a Giannis trade. Here's what it could take.
Why the LA Clippers are suddenly the hottest team ...
It took two years of convincing, but Kawhi Leonard's new game is supercharging the Clippers -- and making them an unexpected threat in the loaded Western Conference.
Don't be surprised if ... we barely see Giannis ag...
Eric Karabell forecasts what to expect from notable players such as Giannis Antetokounmpo and more.
Keep, cut or add? What to do with Sabonis, Christi...
Helping you decide whether to give up on struggling players or believe in those who are ascending.
Projecting Rounds 1-2 of the NFL draft: Landing sp...
Matt Miller goes two rounds deep in his latest mock draft. Which prospects rose after the Senior Bowl? Which teams need QBs?
🏈 Connelly's best 100 games of the 2025 season
From CFP (and FCS playoff) classics to OT thrillers and what-the-heck moments, this season had it all.
Sen. Cruz against college athletes as 'employees'
Sen. Ted Cruz told ESPN it's critical that any federal law related to college sports includes a provision that prevents athletes from being deemed school employees.
Champion Hoosiers draw OSU, U-M back-to-back
Indiana, the reigning national champion, will face off against Big Ten powers Ohio State and Michigan in back-to-back weeks next season.
Mensah, Duke settle dispute as QB eyes Canes
Darian Mensah and Duke have agreed to a settlement of their dispute that cleared the way for the quarterback's transfer to Miami.
USC DC Patterson revitalized by coaching return
Hall of Fame coach Gary Patterson said he is revitalized in his return to coaching as Southern Cal's defensive coordinator.
Sumrall channels Meyer, makes Gators 'earn' logo
One of Jon Sumrall's first moves as Florida coach had echoes of Hall of Fame coach Urban Meyer's approach in 2005, which paid off with two national titles in his first four seasons.
QB Simpson: Transfer would've tarnished legacy
Former Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson said he is "absolutely" content with entering the NFL draft, adding it would "tarnish my legacy" to stay in college and play for another school.
Deion tightens up rules: $500 fine for being late
Colorado head coach Deion Sanders is cracking down on violations of team rules with heftier fines for his players, including a $500 fine for being late to practice and a $2,500 fine for not showing…
Pavia vows to show NFL 'what I got' in Senior Bowl...
While Pavia's chances of being drafted in the NFL has been viewed with skepticism, the Vanderbilt quarterback and Heisman Trophy finalist said he's confident he'll be selected in the 2026 NFL Draft.
2026 class rankings: Final SC Next 300 updates pus...
We shuffle the 2026 recruiting class rankings with the final signing period right around the corner.
Final 2026 recruit rankings: Who can play early? W...
Before the Class of 2026 takes on college football, we look at who's ready to make an impact.
Ranking the top 100 players in the college football transfer portal
The transfer portal closed Jan. 16. Here's your guide to the best players on the move this offseason.
↔️ Free agency tracker: Offseason trades, moves
We've got you covered on all the major MLB hot stove signings and trades.
Wilson, A's reach agreement on 7-year extension
All-Star shortstop Jacob Wilson and the Athletics reached agreement on a seven-year contract that includes a club option for an eighth season, the team announced Friday.
Robertson, 40, WS champion with Yankees, retires
David Robertson, who recorded 179 saves over a 17-year major league career, announced his retirement Friday.
Ohtani won't pitch for Japan in WBC, Roberts says
Shohei Ohtani will not pitch for Samurai Japan in the upcoming World Baseball Classic, Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said, adding that it was Ohtani's decision.
GM: Padres' potential sale not preventing moves
Padres GM A.J. Preller said the team's uncertain ownership situation isn't preventing the team from making moves, saying he's looking to "go round the team out and get players."
Rojas unhappy with WBC denial due to insurance
A new insurance provision for this year's World Baseball Classic is preventing Dodgers INF Miguel Rojas from playing for Venezuela due to his age.
Sources: ChiSox get Hicks, Sandlin from Red Sox
The White Sox acquired Jordan Hicks and David Sandlin, cash and two players to be named later from the Red Sox in exchange for Gage Ziehl and a player to be named.
Sources: Giants, Arraez agree to one-year deal
The Giants and infielder Luis Arraez are in agreement on a one-year contract, sources told ESPN.
Sources: Reds land slugger Suarez with $15M deal
Slugger Eugenio Suárez and the Reds have agreed to a one-year, $15 million contract that includes a mutual option for the 2027 season, sources told ESPN.
State of MLB: Has the Dodgers' dominance propelled...
Monday marks the 150th anniversary of the National League. We take a look at each league going into the 2026 season.
MLB offseason grades: Giants snag Bader for center...
We've got you covered with grades and analysis on every winter signing and big offseason trade.
Predictions for rest of offseason: Where will the ...
Here's what our experts think could go down between now and spring training.
Rookie of the Year candidates, breakout prospects ...
We rank and hand out superlatives for the players on the outside of Kiley McDaniel's list.
Top 100 MLB prospects for 2026: This year's No. 1 ...
Where do stars of tomorrow land as we rank baseball's best young players?
Behind the scenes at Driveline: How the lab that gave pitchers an edge is helping hitters, too
We got an all-access pass to a two-day MLB training session in Scottsdale, Arizona.
News or noise: 30/30 for Evan Carter? Is Bryce Mil...
Eric Karabell keeps tabs on the baseball world and tells you what is relevant to fantasy baseball managers.
2026 ESPN Fantasy Baseball draft guide: Rankings, ...
All the rankings, projections, cheat sheets, strategy and analysis you need for the 2026 fantasy baseball season.
Ranking all 30 MLB farm systems: Which team is the new No. 1?
How bright is your favorite club's future? Here's how every organization stacks up entering the 2026 season.
MLB's top 5 breakout teams for 2026: A healthier Braves squad? A bounce-back in Baltimore?
Who is going to surprise baseball this season? We have the numbers that could predict the future.
Sizing up the AL Central: What each team still needs to do before spring training
There haven't been a lot of headline deals in this division so far, but there's still work left this winter.
AL West update: Will M's spend more? Will Astros make a deal?
With spring training less than a month away, here's what left to be done in the division.
The Dodgers ... and everybody else? State of NL West with moves left to make
L.A. is (again) the favorite, but with a month left until spring training, each team has work to do.
Sizing up the NL Central: What each team still needs to do before spring training
It's been a busy winter in Chicago, Pittsburgh and St. Louis. The rest of the division? Not so much.
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