Caps trade vet defenseman Carlson to Ducks
In what might be the most surprising development ahead of Friday's NHL trade deadline, John Carlson's time with the Capitals is over as he has been sent to the Ducks.
🏒 Who makes Team USA for 2030 Olympics?
While the 2026 roster returns home with medals, here's who could represent the U.S. in the French Alps Games.
Panthers keep Bobrovsky, pivot to contract talk
After taking calls, but failing to deal goalie Sergei Bobrovsky, Florida Panthers general manager Bill Zito said the plan now is to try and get a new deal done with the 37-year-old netminder.
Leafs trade McMann to Kraken, Laughton to Kings
The Maple Leafs dealt forward Bobby McMann to the Kraken and forward Scott Laughton to the Kings ahead of Friday's NHL trade deadline.
Red Wings acquire D Faulk from rebuilding Blues
The Red Wings have acquired 15-year veteran defenseman Justin Faulk in a trade with the Blues.
Cup Final regular Perry heads back to Lightning
Corey Perry is heading back to the Lightning after a trade from the Kings.
Ex-Blackhawks player, broadcaster Murray dies
Troy Murray, who played 12 seasons with the Chicago Blackhawks and transitioned into becoming the team's longtime broadcasting analyst, has died. He was 63.
Avalanche bring Kadri back in swap with Flames
The Avalanche have re-acquired forward Nazem Kadri in a trade with the Flames. Kadri won a Stanley Cup with Colorado in the 2021-22 season but left for Calgary as a free agent that offseason.
Penguins' Malkin banned 5 games for Dahlin slash
Pittsburgh forward Evgeni Malkin has been suspended five games for slashing Buffalo defenseman Rasmus Dahlin during Thursday's game between the Penguins and Sabres.
NHL Power Rankings: New 1-32 poll, each team's top game in March
Here are the games each fan base should have circled on the calendar.
Stanley Cup playoff watch: Resetting the postseason races after the deadline
Playoff spots, division titles and seeds are up for grabs. Here are projections, draft lottery standings, and more.
NHL trade grades: Nazem Kadri deal good for Avalanche and Flames
Hockey trade season is heating up! Find grades for each GM involved in all the big swaps here.
Who aced the 2026 NHL trade deadline? Six winners, six losers
The final week was a fun one, with some late shockers. Here's who feels great now -- and who might not.
Weekly pickups: Evander Kane, Luke Hughes and moves to make before the trade deadline
The essential Monday guide to fantasy hockey pickups, with who to add and how to get set for the week ahead.
Upgrades, downgrades and fantasy hockey reaction to the 2026 NHL trade deadline
Your one-stop shop for the fantasy hockey insights and reactions for the biggest moves from the 2026 NHL trade deadline.
Texans grant Mixon release after lost '25 season
The Texans released veteran running back Joe Mixon on Friday after he missed the 2025 season with a foot injury.
Sources: Cowboys put 2nd-rd. tender on Aubrey
The Cowboys have placed a $5.7 million second-round tender on kicker Brandon Aubrey, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter. Dallas hopes to sign the Pro Bowler to a multiyear extension.
Rams' D. Williams retires; CB overhaul continues
Rams cornerback Darious Williams has retired after 100 regular-season NFL games. Following Williams' retirement, Los Angeles still has four pending free agents at cornerback.
🏈 Offseason grades: Who won the Crosby trade?
We're handing out report cards on big offseason moves, including the Ravens dealing two first-rounders for Maxx Crosby.
Bills release 4, including CB Johnson, WR Samuel
The Bills on Friday released veteran nickel corner Taron Johnson, wide receiver Curtis Samuel, safety Taylor Rapp and cornerback Dane Jackson as they work to get cap compliant.
Source: Patriots trading center Bradbury to Bears
The Bears found a new starting center, acquiring Garrett Bradbury from the Patriots in exchange for a 2027 fifth-round pick, a source told ESPN.
Sources: Ravens to acquire Crosby in blockbuster
The Ravens have won the Maxx Crosby sweepstakes, beating out the Cowboys and others by sending 2026 and 2027 first-round picks to the Raiders for the star pass rusher, sources told ESPN's Adam…
Sources: Eagles giving DT Davis record extension
The Eagles and defensive tackle Jordan Davis have reached agreement on a three-year, $78 million extension that includes $65 million guaranteed, sources told ESPN.
Sources: Packers acquire Colts veteran LB Franklin
Faced with the possibility of losing Quay Walker in free agency, the Packers sent DT Colby Wooden to the Colts in exchange for LB Zaire Franklin.
The NFL's most overrated, underrated free agents: Why Travis Etienne Jr. might be a risky signing
As NFL free agency begins next week, we picked out five free agents who might be flying under the radar -- and five who are getting too much hype.
What 20 free agents could earn: Projecting contracts, guarantees and landing spots
Dan Graziano made calls around the NFL to get a sense of how contracts might look for 20 free agents.
NFL draft rankings update: Miller restacks the 2026 class after the combine
Matt Miller is back from the combine and updated his 2026 NFL draft rankings.
Reid's updated NFL draft QB Hot Board: Strengths and weaknesses for the top 12 passers
Who are the best quarterbacks in the 2026 class? We sized up the top 12, starting with Fernando Mendoza and Ty Simpson.
Crosby to the Ravens: What's next for both teams, plus offseason implications
Is Baltimore a contender? What's next for Las Vegas? Answering questions about the Maxx Crosby trade.
Solak: Why Maxx Crosby fits perfectly with the Ravens' defense -- and their Super Bowl window
Baltimore had to give up two first-round picks to get him, but Maxx Crosby can dominate in the Ravens' defense -- and lift the whole team back to contention.
Will playoff hero Rashid Shaheed return to the Seahawks in 2026?
Shaheed was acquired at the trade deadline last November and became a pivotal part of the Seahawks' Super Bowl team.
Tracking NFL free agency: Updates on re-signings, trades, cuts and rumors
NFL free agency opens with the legal negotiating window on March 9. Here's the latest intel.
2026 NFL free agency: Biggest needs, predictions for 32 teams
Malik Willis, Tyler Linderbaum, Mike Evans and Jaelan Phillips are worth keeping an eye on when free agency opens March 11.
Barnwell: Sizing up the DJ Moore, Trent McDuffie blockbuster trades from all angles
What do the moves mean for all four teams?
Offseason adventures, featuring 49ers QB Mac Jones in Cabo
The San Francisco 49ers quarterback enjoyed a memorable weekend in Cabo for a camp.
Mike Clay's fantasy football rookie rankings for 2026: Jeremiyah Love on top
With the NFL draft fast approaching, Mike Clay provides his rankings and analysis of 80 of the top skill position players from the combine and what to expect in fantasy.
Simulating the free agent market for Malik Willis
Our NFL Nation reporters played GM and made contract offers for free agent quarterback Malik Willis.
Why is Kyler Murray's free agency a little different? Let's answer nine big NFL offseason questions
Where will Kyler Murray land? Could offensive linemen get paid big money? Who is the best edge-rushing option? And what will happen with A.J. Brown?
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.
Judge rules Beasley owes $1M to former agency
A federal judge in New York issued a $1 million civil judgment against NBA free agent Malik Beasley in a contract dispute with his former agency.
🏀 NBA All-Contract Team: Playoff contenders?
Could a roster built with only the best contracts in the league -- no max or rookie deals allowed -- reach the playoffs?
Nuggets' Murray hobbles off, set for testing Sat.
Nuggets star Jamal Murray left with an ankle injury against the Knicks on Friday night.
Suns forward Brooks arrested on suspected DUI
Suns forward Dillon Brooks was arrested early Friday morning for suspicion of driving under the influence in Scottsdale, Arizona, police said.
LeBron (elbow), Ayton (knee) miss win vs. Pacers
The Lakers will be without LeBron James and two of their big men in Deandre Ayton and Maxi Kleber on Friday against the Pacers, the team announced.
Celtics' Vucevic has surgery on fractured finger
Celtics center Nikola Vucevic underwent surgery to repair a fractured ring finger on his right hand and will be reevaluated in three to four weeks, the team announced.
Exhausted Wemby emotional after 25-point rally
Victor Wembanyama said he had "zero left" physically but was all smiles after the Spurs overcame a 25-point deficit to stun the Clippers 116-112.
Celts' Tatum calls 15-point return 'really good step'
Celtics star Jayson Tatum said he felt anxious in his first game in 298 days but was able to relax and finished with 15 points, 12 rebounds and seven assists in a 120-100 win over the Mavericks.
Risers and fallers: Sheppard, Achiuwa moving up; Vucevic, DeRozan sliding down
Should fantasy basketball managers keep players like Nikola Vucevic, Miles Bridges and others?
'The Hoop Collective': Best quotes, latest intel from Windhorst's podcast
Brian, Vincent Goodwill and King McClure break down draft prospects, including the battle to be No. 1 pick.
Nine big questions for the nine top freshmen in the 2026 NBA draft
What key questions remain for Cameron Boozer, Darryn Peterson and seven other top freshmen in the 2026 draft class?
As a 'mysterious' illness sidelines Kristaps Porzingis, the Warriors reckon with the future
The Warriors traded for Porzingis on Feb. 4. He made his debut on Feb. 19 and has not played since.
Trump plans 'all-encompassing' college sports EO
President Donald Trump says he will write an executive order within a week that will "solve all of the problems" brought forth in an unprecedented meeting at the White House to address the future of…
🌡️ Way-too-early coaching hot seat tiers
The coaching carousel was unprecedented in 2025. What could it hold next season?
Judge sets May retrial date in Miami murder case
Prosecutors will retry ex-Miami football player Rashaun Jones on May 18 after a judge declared a mistrial due to a hung jury in the second-degree murder case.
Ex-Packers STC Bisaccia added to Clemson staff
Former Green Bay Packers special teams coordinator Rich Bisaccia will take on the same role at the college ranks with Clemson.
Canes get commitment from 4-star WR Lennear
Miami secured the commitment of a top in-state target Thursday night with a pledge from four-star WR Nick Lennear, ESPN's No. 26 overall prospect in the 2027 cycle.
Holtz, college football coaching great, dies at 89
Lou Holtz, the quick-witted college football coach who led Notre Dame to a national championship in 1988 and burnished his reputation as a master at rebuilding programs, has died at the age of 89.
NCAA challenging eligibility of Rebels' Chambliss
The NCAA is appealing the preliminary injunction that a state court in Mississippi granted to Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss to allow him a sixth college season in 2026.
Fired Michigan coach Moore reaches plea deal
Fired Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore pleaded no contest to two misdemeanors to resolve a felony home invasion case. The deal was struck on the same day that a judge planned to hear a challenge…
Source: Akron gets NCAA waiver for postseason
Akron, which sat out the 2025 postseason due to academic reasons, got a waiver from the NCAA to play in the postseason in 2026, a source told ESPN's Pete Thamel.
ACC spring football preview: Storylines, positions of intrigue and players to watch
With new coaches, quarterbacks and transfers, we look at the ACC as camps get ready to open.
Big 12 spring football preview: Storylines, key positions and players to watch
With spring games right around the corner, here's what you should know for every Big 12 team.
What you need to know about the 2027 QB recruits
With the majority of the QBs still undecided, the next few months should get interesting.
Which college football roster moves will reign supreme in 2026?
Which teams put together the best combination of recruits and transfers? We'll see who impacts 2026.
How the top running back signings will fit in 2026
The top 2026 recruits at each position have their new homes. Here's how their games will work.
Reid's new two-round NFL mock draft: Which prospects are rising?
Following the combine -- and a big Rams-Chiefs trade -- Jordan Reid projects the first two rounds.
NFL draft rankings update: Miller restacks the 2026 class after the combine
Matt Miller is back from the combine and updated his 2026 NFL draft rankings, listing his top 50 players and breaking down their best traits.
Pre-spring QB rankings for all 68 Power 4 college football teams
Spring football is about to begin. CJ Carr, Arch Manning, Julian Sayin? Who's the best QB right now?
Wetzel: No tax on tips? How about 'no tax on NIL'?
Mississippi lawmakers are considering a tax loophole for NIL-earning college athletes in the state.
The curious case of Sawyer Robertson, Mike Leach's last quarterback
It took the former Baylor signal-caller years to get comfortable running an offense. Will he be able to make things work in the NFL?
Ohtani hits grand slam as Japan cruises in WBC
Shohei Ohtani hit a grand slam in the second inning as Japan hammered Taiwan 13-0 to win its opener at the World Baseball Classic.
⚾ Ranking the positions: Best and worst for 2026
From "Generation Shortstop" to a power position that has lost its pop, here's how every area stacks up for 2026.
Lugo, Díaz pitch Puerto Rico to WBC opening win
Seth Lugo helped Puerto Rico to a 5-0 win over Colombia in their Group A opener Friday at the World Baseball Classic. The right-hander pitched four-plus innings of three-hit ball, and Edwin Diaz…
Astros' Peña 'very uncertain' over finger's healing
Astros All-Star shortstop Jeremy Peña expressed his uncertainty over a timeline to return from a broken finger, saying his goal is to be ready for Opening Day.
L. Ramirez hits 2 HRs with dad Manny watching
Manny Ramirez hit 555 home runs in his 19-year major league career. On Friday night, the 12-time All-Star relished watching someone else go yard when his son Lucas Ramirez hit two homers for Brazil…
Astros add catcher Vázquez on minor league deal
The Astros have signed veteran catcher Christian Vázquez to a minor league deal and invited him to spring training.
Suzuki's 2 HRs power unbeaten Japan to WBC win
Defending champion Japan hit four home runs -- two by Cubs slugger Seiya Suzuki -- to beat Korea 8-6 and stay undefeated in Pool C of the World Baseball Classic.
U.S. plates 15 in big win vs. Brazil to open WBC
Aaron Judge hit a two-run homer and Brice Turang had three hits and four RBIs to lead the United States to a 15-5 win over Brazil in its World Baseball Classic opener.
Skubal: No long-term Tigers offer, focused on '26
Tarik Skubal told USA Today Sports that he never received a long-term offer from the Tigers this offseason.
WBC predictions: Will Japan repeat or is United States the team to beat?
Our experts make their picks for every round of the 2026 WBC -- from pool play through the championship game.
Bitterness turns into celebration as Puerto Rico's WBC journey begins
Insurance controversy rocked the roster, but the home team in Pool A of the World Baseball Classic is writing its next chapter.
An Athletic hits 50 homers? Four Royals hit 30? Bold predictions for every AL team
Eric Karabell makes bold fantasy-relevant predictions for each of the 15 American League teams.
A Brewer goes 30/30? A Giant wins the batting title? Bold predictions for every NL team
Eric Karabell makes bold fantasy-relevant predictions for each of the 15 National League teams.
Our favorite prop bet for every team
Looking for a prop bet on your favorite team? Our experts break down the standouts for all 30 MLB teams.
MLB Rank 2026: Ranking baseball's top 100 players
From star sluggers like Ohtani and Judge to top pitchers like Skubal, we rank -- and make predictions for -- the best players in baseball right now.
Does anyone beat Ohtani? Buster Olney ranks the top 10 designated hitters
Our dive into the best players at every position concludes with the game's most powerful hitters.
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