Hughes, Hellebuyck magic net gold for U.S. in OT
Jack Hughes scored the golden goal in 3-on-3 overtime, and Connor Hellebuyck stopped 41 shots as Team USA beat Canada to win the Olympic gold medal in hockey.
Finland ices Slovakia 6-1 for men's hockey bronze
Finland won the bronze medal in men's hockey at the Olympics for a third consecutive time with NHL players participating, beating Slovakia 6-1 on Saturday at the Milan Cortina Games.
Canada captain Crosby out for gold medal game
Sidney Crosby was not in Canada's lineup for Sunday's men's hockey Olympic gold medal game.
'LEGENDS': Tom Brady, Devin Booker lead reaction to USA men's hockey gold
Team USA men's ice hockey brought home the gold for the first time since the Miracle on Ice in 1980.
U.S. wins men's hockey gold medal on Jack Hughes' overtime goal
It's the first Olympic gold in men's hockey since 1980. Here are the goals and top moments.
🏒 Power Rankings: Olympic break assessments
A special set of Power Rankings as players get ready to head to the Milan Cortina Olympics.
Ex-NHL great Jagr eyes retirement in 38th season
The storied hockey career of Jaromir Jagr might be coming to an end. Currently in his 38th season, with his hometown Kladno Knights in the Czech league, the former NHL great strongly suggested that…
U.S. pays tribute to Gaudreau brothers at Games
The U.S. men's hockey team will play for gold against Canada and it has honored Johnny Gaudreau's memory along the way.
Tkachuk on Canada rivalry: 'There's hatred there'
On the eve of the Olympic gold medal game, Brady Tkachuk said for the U.S. to win its ultimate goal, his teammates will have to take down Canada, the team they both envy and despise.
NCAA men's hockey bubble watch: Who should make the field -- and who will sweat it out
With selection day right around the corner, we look at the top contenders for the 16-team bracket.
On tour with 'Shoresy' star Jared Keeso
The creator of the Hulu hit kept a diary of the live tour. He shares it ahead of the Season 5 U.S. debut.
How NHL GMs are handling the Olympic break
We spoke to execs around the league to learn what they're up to while many players are in Milan Cortina.
Former Purdue, NFL receiver Moore dies at 25
Former Purdue and NFL wide receiver Rondale Moore died Saturday at the age of 25, according to the Minnesota Vikings.
Draft prospects with a true Round 1 grade: 11 players who are clear first-rounders
We'll see 32 picks in Round 1, but which prospects have actually earned a first-round grade?
Who is the best player in this NFL draft class? Could Vegas trade out of No. 1? We asked around the league
We asked executives, scouts and players to weigh in on the Raiders' No. 1 pick and the best prospects in 2026.
The deepest -- and thinnest -- positions of the NFL offseason: Solak ranks all 11 spots
NFL teams looking for edge rusher help are in good shape this offseason; the free agent and draft classes have options. But what about the other 10 positions?
With Mike Evans declining retirement, where do he and the Bucs stand?
Tampa Bay's all-time leading receiver is exploring his options ahead of his 13th season.
32 candidates to get cut, traded and passed over this NFL offseason
Let's pick out players who could use a change of scenery for the 2026 season.
Texans coach DeMeco Ryans continues to exceed expectations as he enters Year 4
Houston's head coach has helped the franchise turn around after the worst three-year stretch in Texans history.
Indiana passes bill to lure Bears from Chicago
The Bears' search for a new home took a "meaningful step" forward, opening the door for the storied franchise to leave Illinois and potentially build a new, domed stadium in Indiana.
Sources: Rams keep Scheelhaase, promote to OC
The Rams are promoting passing game coordinator Nate Scheelhaase to offensive coordinator and making quarterbacks coach Dave Ragone their co-offensive coordinator/QB coach, sources told ESPN.
Shoe company sues Chiefs stars Mahomes, Kelce
A sneaker company is suing Kansas City Chiefs stars Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce along with their restaurant partners alleging trademark infringement.
Cowboys waive LB Wilson, save $6.5M vs. cap
The Cowboys waived LB Logan Wilson on Thursday, saving $6.5 million against the salary cap with the move.
Chiefs' Reid offers positive update on Kelce talks
Chiefs coach Andy Reid was all smiles while discussing the future of tight end Travis Kelce, who is considering another season in Kansas City or retiring after 13 years.
Smith-Njigba: Believe I deserve to be top-paid WR
Jaxon Smith-Njigba said he isn't overly concerned about getting a new deal done with the Super Bowl champion Seahawks. But when he does, the 2025 AP Offensive Player of the Year believes he should be…
Sources: Cowboys agree to deal with RB Williams
The Cowboys and free-agent-to-be running back Javonte Williams reached agreement on a three-year contract that includes $16 million in guaranteed money, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter on Saturday.
↔️ Pitching hypothetical trade offers for Crosby
Could edge rusher Maxx Crosby get traded this offseason? Where could he land? And what might the Raiders get for him? Let's project his market.
How does an NFL player decide to retire? 'I'm not done'
Eric Weddle, Tony Jefferson and Andrew Whitworth share stories of their journeys in and out of retirement.
11 experts predict the 2026 season: Early Super Bowl picks, MVP favorites and more
Who will win next season's Super Bowl We asked NFL experts to make early calls on how 2026 will play out.
Betting buzz: Seahawks tied with 10 others for highest win total
The champion Seahawks are among 11 teams whose win total opened at 10.5, the highest number on the board.
Buzz: Tyreek Hill's free agency, Rashee Rice's legal woes and more
Eric Karabell on whether the latest NFL buzz is actual news or merely noise for fantasy purposes.
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.
Hunter has surgery, Kings' latest out for season
De'Andre Hunter had surgery Friday to repair a detached retina in his left eye, becoming the third Kings player to undergo season-ending surgery in recent days.
Lue clear on Clips' mindset: 'We're playing to win'
The LA Clippers might look drastically different than the team that came into the season with lofty aspirations, but Clippers coach Tyronn Lue made it clear Friday that the organization's goals remain…
🏀 10 offseason storylines: LeBron, Giannis, more
How will teams such as the Lakers, Bucks, Warriors and Knicks attack the offseason? Here's everything Bobby Marks is watching.
Bulls' Ivey to miss at least 2 weeks with sore knee
The Bulls will be without guard Jaden Ivey for at least two weeks because of soreness in his left knee.
Lakers plan major price hikes for '26-27 tickets
The Lakers confirmed to ESPN on Saturday that they are planning ticket price increases for the 2026-27 season.
Green hits buzzer-beater to spur Suns to 2OT win
Jalen Green hit a 3-pointer from the right corner at the buzzer to give the Phoenix Suns a 113-110 double-overtime victory over the Orlando Magic on Saturday.
Towns fires up Knicks in 18-point 4th-quarter rally
Lifeless for the first three quarters, the Knicks woke up in the fourth to overcome an 18-point deficit and take down the Rockets 108-106 on Saturday night.
Sources: Suns lose Brooks to broken left hand
Suns guard Dillon Brooks broke his left hand in Saturday's game against Orlando and is expected to miss an extended period of time, sources told ESPN.
NBA MVP straw poll 2.0: SGA, Jokic lead our update -- but chaos looms
With so many MVP contenders in danger of missing the 65-game threshold, this race could take a sharp turn.
One proposal to fix tanking problem: Turning losses into wins
There's a clear solution the league should consider: Counting wins after the All-Star break.
Who players can you count on to play the most down the stretch?
The best ability is availability, and while some stars are shut down, here are some who should feature often.
Risers and fallers: Tristan Vukcevic, Jarace Walker making the most of playing time
Should fantasy basketball managers keep or trade players like Tristan Vukcevic, Pascal Siakam and others?
'I don't believe we're ahead of schedule': Inside the Spurs' 365-day turnaround
One year after a blood clot ended his season, Victor Wembanyama has the Spurs bound for the playoffs.
Former Purdue, NFL receiver Moore dies at 25
Former Purdue and NFL wide receiver Rondale Moore died Saturday at the age of 25, according to the Minnesota Vikings.
Sources: N. Illinois coach exits to join Seahawks
Northern Illinois coach Thomas Hammock has accepted a job offer to become the next running backs coach/senior offensive assistant for the Seattle Seahawks, sources told ESPN.
TE Howard rejoins Maryland after year at Auburn
Tight end Preston Howard is returning to Maryland for his senior year after spending last season with Auburn, the Terps announced Thursday.
Stanford names NFL assistant Richard as new DC
The Stanford Cardinal have hired veteran NFL assistant Kris Richard as defensive coordinator under new coach Tavita Pritchard.
2 UGA players charged with speeding at max limits
Georgia linebackers Chris Cole and Darren Ikinnagbon were arrested on misdemeanor charges of speeding at maximum limits and other traffic-related charges.
USC adds another top in-state prospect in WR Hale
USC landed a top in-state target in four-star wide receiver Quentin Hale, who is ranked No. 58 in the 2027 recruiting class by ESPN.
Source: Cignetti's deal now averaging $13.2M
After leading Indiana to the national title, coach Curt Cignetti has finalized a contract with the school that will pay him an average of $13.2 million through the 2033 season, a source confirmed to…
Judge denies Tennessee QB Aguilar's eligibility bid
A judge has denied Tennessee quarterback Joey Aguilar's request for a preliminary injunction to play another season withe Volunteers, effectively ending his college career.
↔️ Best transfer portal additions for each team
A look at the incoming transfers who will have the biggest impact on the best teams in 2026.
College football's 100 best quarterbacks of the 2000s
Make way for Fernando Mendoza and others on Bill Connelly's updated list of the greatest quarterbacks of the century.
Which 2027 college football recruits will fit best at their next school?
Looking ahead to the next recruiting class, there are big commits poised for big things at the next level.
2027 recruiting intel: What you need to know about college football's next top prospects
It's recruiting season for the 2027 class. The QB market is wide open while playoff teams are out to flip five-stars.
NFL draft prospects with a true Round 1 grade: 11 players who are clear first-rounders
We'll see 32 picks in Round 1, but which prospects have actually earned a first-round grade?
Way-Too-Early All-America team: Forecasting top players in 2026
From Arch Manning to Jeremiah Smith, these are the best of the best at every position.
College football had an incredible season. Remember how we got here
The sport's manifest destiny opened doors for Indiana and others. Consolidating power and access could eliminate the thrill of that growth.
Wetzel: A coach's lessons on fatherhood ... from 1948
Joe Judge was trying to make a point to help a player get a court injunction. Instead he got a viral moment.
The new players of 2023: Who matched the hype? Who overperformed?
Which top recruits delivered, which did not and which were pleasant surprises?
Re-stacking 2023 recruiting: Two surprise teams and a second look at Georgia and Bama
With the benefit of hindsight, we can better judge how a recruiting class contributed. Here's how the 2023 classes panned out.
MLB.TV on ESPN: Subscription cost, game coverage, more facts
ESPN is the home of MLB.TV! Learn how to sign up for a subscription, watch your favorite games and take full advantage of this exciting product now.
Cardinals sign Urías to a 1-year deal with option
The St. Louis Cardinals have signed infielder Ramón Urías to a one-year contract with a mutual option for 2027, the team announced on Saturday.
↔️ Free agency tracker: Offseason trades, moves
We've got you covered on all the major MLB hot stove signings and trades.
Yanks' Cole at 96.9 mph in 1st session vs. hitters
Gerrit Cole reached 96.9 mph in his first session against hitters since the New York Yankees ace had Tommy John elbow surgery last March.
Cactus cameo: Dodgers play Ohtani before WBC
Shohei Ohtani played for the first time in what is expected to be only a couple of Cactus League games for the Dodgers before he departs to join Japan for the World Baseball Classic.
Twins ace López set for season-ending TJ surgery
Minnesota right-hander Pablo Lopez will have season-ending Tommy John elbow surgery, expected once the Twins discovered their ace's torn ulnar collateral ligament.
Yankees' Judge slugs 2 HRs, 'excited' about WBC
Yankees slugger Aaron Judge hit two homers in his spring debut Saturday as he gears up for next month's World Baseball Classic with Team USA.
Mazeroski, known for 1960 WS walk-off HR, dies
Bill Mazeroski, the Hall of Fame second baseman who won eight Gold Glove awards for his steady work in the field and the hearts of countless Pirates fans for his historic walk-off home run in Game 7…
Twins' Ryan gets MRI, has inflamed lower back
Twins right-hander Joe Ryan, who was scratched from his spring training start Saturday, was found to have inflammation in his lower back after getting an MRI.
Pads' Matsui suffers groin injury; WBC status iffy
San Diego Padres reliever Yuki Matsui's status for Japan in the World Baseball Classic could be in doubt after the left-hander ended a batting practice session early due to left groin tightness.
All 20 uniform sets for the 2026 World Baseball Classic, from Japan to Team USA
Each nation will have a white home jersey as well as an away jersey of a solid base color.
Who are MLB's best first basemen? Buster Olney ranks the top 10
Our top-10 rankings continue with a look at baseball's best first basemen, including the A's budding star.
Who's the best second baseman in MLB? Buster Olney ranks the top 10
Does Ketel Marte's offense put him on top? Or does Nico Hoerner's elite defense make him No. 1? Here's how our list shakes out.
Win projections for all 30 MLB teams -- and how the offseason changed expectations
Fans love a big splash but don't always get one. Here's what some non-moves mean for each team's forecast.
Three A's, a whole lot of B's and one F -- but who got them? Final MLB offseason grades for all 30 teams
Now that spring training and preparation for the 2026 season are underway, let's hand out offseason report cards for every club.
2026 MLB draft rankings 1.0: Which college star is No. 1 on our list?
We rank the top draft candidates now that a new college baseball season is underway.
Fantasy draft guide: Rankings, tips, strategy, stats and more
All the rankings, projections, cheat sheets, strategy and analysis you need for the 2026 fantasy baseball season.
Nine tips to help you win your league
Nine tips to use during the fantasy baseball season, from trade strategies to how to value rookies and closers
Passan: No union president -- in a CBA year? What's next for MLBPA after Tony Clark shocker
With labor negotiations ahead, losing the union president is a shock. But the MLBPA has an opportunity to come out of this stronger.
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