Stanley Cup playoffs daily: Can the Canadiens forc...
Montreal has no room left for error. Plus, highlights from Game 4, and updated playoff stats.
How tough lessons made Frederik Andersen the MVP-c...
From past struggles in conference finals rounds to health scares, it has not always been a smooth ascent for the Canes netminder.
👀 Teams gearing up for a possible busy summer
Could there be big changes in Toronto? What's going on in Minnesota with Quinn Hughes? We check in on all the latest buzz around the NHL with the postseason winding down.
Canada tops U.S. in hockey world quarterfinals
Macklin Celebrini scored again and Jet Greaves stopped 34 shots as Canada beat the United States 4-0 to advance to the semifinals at the ice hockey world championship Thursday.
Habs 'super underdogs' after G4 no-show at home
The Canadiens have faced elimination in these playoffs before. But never with multiple games standing between them and the offseason, which is where things stand after Montreal's 4-0 loss to Carolina…
Andersen's shutout puts Canes 1 win from Final
Frederik Andersen made 18 saves for his third shutout in 12 postseason games as the Hurricanes, now 11-1 in the postseason, routed the Canadiens in Game 4 to move within a game of the Stanley Cup…
Russia nears hockey return as IIHF softens ban
The IIHF says it will determine the status of Russia's participation in hockey tournaments on an event-by-event basis for the 2026-27 season.
Cassidy: 'Upsetting' Vegas blocking interviews
Golden Knights coach Bruce Cassidy told the Spittin' Chiclets podcast that it's "upsetting" he can't interview with other clubs after Vegas management declined reported requests by Edmonton and Los…
4-time Stanley Cup champ Lemieux dies at 60
Claude Lemieux, who won the Stanley Cup four times during a memorable NHL career, died Thursday at age 60. Authorities said Lemieux died by suicide.
Young players in need of a change: Michkov, Nemec,...
Who could be next season's Trevor Zegras or Kirby Dach? Here are 12 candidates from around the league.
NHL free agency rankings: Who are the best players...
From All-Stars and award winners down to diamonds in the rough, here's who will be available this summer.
Keys to the offseason: Free agency plans for Wild ...
We explore the next moves each team should make this summer and forecast expectations for 2026-27.
🏈 Simulating trades for Coleman, Kmet, more
We proposed trade offers for Keon Coleman, Cole Kmet, Anthony Richardson Sr. and Kayvon Thibodeaux. Could any of them be on the move?
Stafford on Simpson pick: Get why Rams did it
Matthew Stafford said Thursday he "appreciated" coach Sean McVay calling to tell him the team was going to draft QB Ty Simpson last month and understands why the Rams selected the former Bama star.
Stroud: 'Held my bargain up' amid contract wait
Eligible for an extension for the first time, Texans quarterback C.J. Stroud says he has done his part to earn a new deal but isn't focused on the negotiations.
CMC: Workload monitored in practice, not games
49ers running back Christian McCaffrey said he doesn't want a lighter workload this season after leading the NFL with 413 touches last season.
Sources: Dart addresses Giants over Trump intro
Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart addressed teammates Tuesday during a team meeting to discuss his introduction of President Donald Trump at an event last week in New York, sources told ESPN and NFL…
Reid: Jailed Rice learning life lesson right now
While most of the Chiefs participated in voluntary workouts this week, Rashee Rice was back in Texas serving his 30-day jail sentence after violating the terms of his probation for his role in a car…
49ers' Bosa 'far along' in rehab, eyes camp return...
49ers defensive end Nick Bosa said he is making progress recovering from a torn ACL and could be back for the start of training camp or soon after, barring any setbacks.
Source: Steelers assistant fired for misconduct
The Steelers have fired senior special teams assistant Derius Swinton II for a violation of club policy, sources told ESPN.
Nacua 'grateful' to Rams for support after lawsuit...
Puka Nacua said he is "grateful for the support" from the Rams organization after a civil lawsuit was filed against him in March.
Solak picks the 10 most improved units through off...
Let's stack the 10 biggest upgrades at specific positions since the end of last season, including three teams' linebacker units.
Garrett Wilson and Jets find inspiration in Knicks...
Wilson offered a presumably unwitting shoutout to another memorable New York sports team -- the 1973 Mets -- in his commentary on the Knicks and sports in the Big Apple.
Let's evaluate every NFC team's offseason: 16 team...
We're picking out the offseason's highs (Vikings getting Kyler Murray on the veterans minimum) and lows (Niners taking Kaelon Black in Round 3) for every NFC team.
Bengals, Burrow know they have ability to be 'more...
Cincinnati is looking to get back to being one of the most high-powered offenses in the NFL.
Sources: Magic near deal to hire Spurs' Sweeney
The Orlando Magic are finalizing a deal to hire San Antonio Spurs associate head coach Sean Sweeney as the franchise's new head coach, sources told ESPN on Friday.
Sources: Knicks' Robinson to play after surgery
Knicks center Mitchell Robinson plans to play in Game 1 of the NBA Finals while wearing a brace on his hand after undergoing surgery on his broken right pinkie finger, sources told ESPN.
NBA futures: Thunder slim championship favorites h...
Game 7 is set for Saturday in Oklahoma City, with the Thunder-Spurs winner playing the Eastern Conference champion Knicks in the NBA Finals.
Sources: Hawks GM Saleh gets promotion, deal
The Hawks signed Onsi Saleh to a long-term contract extension and promoted him from general manager to president of basketball operations, it was announced on Wednesday.
Prosecutors allege Rozier agreed to $100K bribe
Federal prosecutors allege Terry Rozier agreed to a $100,000 bribe in order to manipulate his performance in an NBA game as part of a gambling scheme and filed two new charges against him Thursday.
Trump plans to attend NBA Finals game at MSG
President Donald Trump said he is planning on attending an NBA Finals game at Madison Square Garden next month.
Sources: NBA's BOG passes anti-tanking changes
The NBA's board of governors voted overwhelmingly Thursday to change the league's draft lottery format, including expanding from 14 to 16 teams, as well as anti-tanking measures, the league announced.
Williams ineffective in return, SGA off in OKC los...
Jalen Williams scored only one point in his return from a hamstring strain, and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander finished with less than half his regular-season average as the Thunder dropped Game 6 to the…
Spurs roll past Thunder as WCF head to Game 7
With the Spurs facing elimination, Victor Wembanyama led the charge with 28 points and 10 rebounds in a 118-91 blowout of the Thunder to send the Western Conference finals to a Game 7.
Dončić invests in Rome team eyeing NBA Europe
Luka Dončić is teaming up with former Mavericks executive Donnie Nelson to bring basketball to Rome, with the team also submitting a bid to join the developing NBA Europe league.
👶 Tyrese Maxey, Myra Gordon introduce baby
Gordon and Maxey's daughter, Marvel, was born May 14.
2026 NBA draft rankings: Top 100 prospects after c...
After the college withdrawal deadline, a wave of returners reshapes ESPN's latest top 100.
Copy of ESPN's NBA mock draft simulator: Make picks as a g...
Think you could do better than your team's GM? Now's your chance with our updated NBA mock draft machine.
NBA draft lottery reform is here: Pros and cons of...
Tim Bontemps examines the good, the bad and the head-scratching changes coming to the draft lottery.
The Knicks went all-in, and it paid off: How they ...
Here's how bold moves and a coaching change fueled the New York Knicks' improbable journey.
Best quotes, latest intel from Windhorst's podcast...
From breaking news to the latest intel from around the NBA, here are the top highlights from Brian Windhorst's "The Hoop Collective" podcast.
What's up with SGA? Can Wemby really do this? What...
Spurs-Thunder is headed to Game 7. What was most surprising about San Antonio's Game 6 win? And who is the biggest X factor for Saturday's game?
Intel on intriguing NBA free agents: What execs th...
What league insiders are saying about the lingering decisions for Austin Reaves, Jalen Duren, Mitchell Robinson and more this offseason.
What we learned walking the halls at SEC and Big T...
What are the consequences of expanding the playoff? We asked Big Ten and SEC power brokers to weigh in.
Bipartisan college sports bill proposes salary cap...
A group of U.S. senators introduced a bipartisan college sports bill that aims to regulate payments to players, limit transfers and restrict coach movement during the season.
Sankey: SEC best 'by far' despite B1G dominance
SEC commissioner Greg Sankey said his league still "stands alone" despite the Big Ten winning the past three national titles and holding a 4-0 record against the SEC over the past three seasons in…
Florida to pay Sumrall's assistants $11.2M in '26
Assistant coaches on new Florida coach Jon Sumrall's staff will make a combined $11.2 million in 2026.
Big 12 coaches OK preference for 24-team CFP
Big 12 coaches are in unanimous agreement on their preference for a 24-team College Football Playoff.
Gordon, UCLA 2-sport frosh, in portal for track
UCLA's Karson Gordon has entered the NCAA transfer portal as a track and field athlete with plans to play football, he confirmed on social media Friday.
LSU AD stresses SEC unity after Kiffin comments
In reaction to the controversial comments made recently by his head coach, Lane Kiffin, first-year LSU athletic director Verge Ausberry told ESPN on Thursday that he has spoken with his coaches about…
TTU coach backs QB Sorsby: 'Red Raider for life'
Texas Tech coach Joey McGuire said he is proud of transfer quarterback Brendan Sorsby for getting help with his gambling addiction.
McGuire: TTU willing to play Texas in Week 1
After Texas coach Steve Sarkisian made headlines by torching Texas Tech's strength of schedule, Red Raiders coach Joey McGuire shot back with an open invitation for the Horns to pay a visit to…
The Pac-12 is back! Will Boise State rule this lea...
It still doesn't have 12 teams, but the conference has a new look with Mountain West heavyweights joining Oregon State and Washington State.
'Hey, where's your mustache and glasses?': Bobby V...
On June 9, 1999, Mets skipper Bobby Valentine went incognito after being ejected from a game. He tells ESPN how the night still defines him -- and how his players were involved in hatching the plan.
🍌 The man behind the Savannah Bananas' moves
Choreographer Maceo Harrison found his purpose in dance. It led him to a stage he never could have imagined.
Pirates rookie Griffin (sore forearm) not in lineu...
The Pirates kept shortstop Konnor Griffin out of the lineup for Thursday's 7-2 loss to the Cubs due to soreness in his right forearm.
Texas' Smith (viral meningitis) unsure on return
Rangers second baseman Josh Smith was back in uniform Thursday for the first time since being hospitalized in mid-May with viral meningitis but said he's unsure when he'll return to play.
BoSox's Whitlock put on IL with knee inflammation
The Boston Red Sox placed reliever Garrett Whitlock on the 15-day injured list on Thursday with left knee inflammation. The move is retroactive to May 25.
Tigers put Jansen on IL with pelvic inflammation
The Tigers placed closer Kenley Jansen on the 15-day injured list on Thursday with pelvic inflammation.
Twins place Rojas on IL with elbow inflammation
The Minnesota Twins placed left-hander Kendry Rojas on the 15-day injured list Friday because of elbow inflammation.
MLB proposes first salary cap since 1994 strike
Major League Baseball owners proposed a hard salary cap to players as part of the next CBA on Thursday, their first firm cap proposal since 1994.
Pirates' Jones set to make first start since 2024
Pittsburgh Pirates right-hander Jared Jones will make his first MLB appearance since 2024 when he starts against the Minnesota Twins on Friday night.
Ranking college teams with the most MLB draft pros...
Is your school loaded with stars? As college baseball regionals begin, we rank the loaded rosters.
Copy of Updated 2026 MLB mock draft: Most likely first pic...
Who is rising up your team's draft board? Here's what we're hearing about the first 40 picks.
Fantasy baseball: Pittsburgh's lineup in flux and ...
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.
Tatis outside the top 50? Schmitt a top-10 hitter?...
Eric Karabell looks into the crystal ball to tell fantasy baseball managers what might come to pass in the not-too-distant future.
MLB Power Rankings: Where every team stands in our...
Two months into the 2026 season, the top of our list is becoming more consistent. But Week 9 still brought a top-10 debut and one AL club's highest ranking of the season.
How worried should fans be? Is a salary cap (and f...
Why is the league pushing for a cap -- and why is the MLBPA so opposed? Here's what you need to know as baseball's CBA battle begins.
How a photographer captured Nolan Ryan's bloody jersey and created a 'Texas demigod'
Linda Kaye immortalized the pitcher in 1990, and their bond lasted for years.
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