Ranking the top Stanley Cup playoff bandwagons for ousted fans
For the 16 fan bases whose team doesn't make it, here's a guide on who they should root for.
Crosby returns from injury as Pens rout Isles
Sidney Crosby was back in the lineup for the Penguins on Monday night after missing the previous game because of a lower-body injury.
🏒 Ranking each NHL team's top prospect
Scouting notes on the top young players set to make an impact for each club -- possibly quite soon.
Sens' Chabot (broken arm) could miss 2 months
Senators defenseman Thomas Chabot will miss up to two months with a broken arm, coach Travis Green announced on Thursday.
Leafs, on brink of elimination, fire GM Treliving
Toronto fired general manager Brad Treliving on Monday, with the team set to miss the playoffs for the first time since 2016-17.
Lightning captain Hedman taking temporary leave
Lightning captain Victor Hedman is taking a temporary leave of absence for personal reasons, the team announced Wednesday.
Vegas hopes Tortorella hire can reignite Cup hopes
General manager Kelly McCrimmon said that Golden Knights players had lost their spark, and that played into Sunday's surprising decision to fire coach Bruce Cassidy and hire John Tortorella in his…
Panthers hire ex-Amazon, Disney executive White
The Panthers have hired former Amazon and Disney executive Michael White as the team's new business operations president.
Playoff watch: Hurricanes, Blue Jackets battle to bolster playoff seeds
Both clubs need the two points on the line in Tuesday's matchup. Plus, full playoff projections, and more.
A wagon ... or a freight train? How the Sabres became the newest Stanley Cup contender
Buffalo isn't just ending a playoff drought; it's smashing the gate open. Here's how the Sabres have done it, and how dangerous they'll be this spring.
Viva Las Vegas: Frozen Four keys for Michigan, Denver, Wisconsin, North Dakota
With the men's hockey tournament heating up, we've got all the results, analysis and highlights.
Weekly pickups: Add hot-scoring McMann, Snuggerud for fantasy hockey finals
The essential Monday guide to fantasy hockey pickups, with who to add and how to get set for the week ahead.
2026 fantasy football rankings: Profiling the top 35 QBs
Mike Clay delivers bite-sized but detailed breakdowns of his top 35 quarterbacks for 2026.
25 trends to know before draft season begins
Mike Clay shares his favorite notes from the research that informed his fantasy projections for 2026.
Predicting top WR prospects' stats: Who ranks No. 1 in the 2026 draft class?
Which receivers in the 2026 draft class will have the most success in the pros?
Do CFB starts matter when evaluating QBs in the draft? Ty Simpson is the latest test case
The Alabama product is regarded as the 2026 NFL draft's QB2 despite having far fewer starts (15) than most first-round signal-callers.
18-game regular season? Mixed reaction by NFL owners, coaches
Colts, Chiefs, Browns and Patriots owners among those talking about the feasibility of expanding the schedule.
Mansoor Delane to the Chiefs? Kenyon Sadiq to the Rams? Perfect team fits for 20 NFL draft prospects
We took 20 NFL draft prospects who could get picked in Rounds 1 and 2 and found ideal scheme matches based on what each player does best.
Miller’s mock draft: Seven full rounds of projections, from first overall to Mr. Irrelevant
Matt Miller predicted every pick in the 2026 draft, from the Raiders' selection at No. 1 to Mr. Irrelevant.
49ers HC, owner deliver mixed signals on Aiyuk
49ers coach Kyle Shanahan and owner Jed York delivered differing messages on Brandon Aiyuk's future Monday.
Vikings to exercise fifth-year option on Addison
The Vikings will exercise the fifth-year option on receiver Jordan Addison's contract, interim general manager Rob Brzezinski said Monday.
Haslam: Watson has 'great chance' to be QB1
One year after calling the trade for Deshaun Watson a "big swing-and-miss," Browns owner Jimmy Haslam said the quarterback has a "fresh start" with new coach Todd Monken.
'Hard Knocks' to feature Seahawks, then Patriots
The defending Super Bowl champion Seahawks will be featured on this summer's "Hard Knocks," with the Patriots taking center stage in summer 2027.
Giants' Harbaugh open to possible OBJ reunion
Free agent wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. wants to return to the New York Giants. The Giants are at least open to looking into adding Beckham for a second tour with the team.
Rams explored trading Adams, decided against it
Rams coach Sean McVay acknowledged that the team explored the possibility of trading wide receiver Davante Adams but ultimately decided it wasn't what was best for the team.
GM: Possible Richardson stays with Colts in '26
Colts general manager Chris Ballard on Monday declined to rule out the possibility of quarterback Anthony Richardson Sr. remaining with the Colts in 2026.
Ravens blame 'slow news cycle' for Crosby fallout
Ravens team president Sashi Brown said Monday that the rescinding of the Maxx Crosby trade won't negatively affect the team's reputation, chalking up the criticism to "a slow news cycle."
🏈 Early look at 2027 free agency: The top players
Which top players might be available in next year's NFL free agency? We picked out 49 stars to keep an eye on.
Did Flacco-Gabriel-Sanders prepare Stefanski for Tagovailoa-Penix?
Kevin Stefanski had to juggle several QBs in Cleveland, and he's hoping that prepared him for Atlanta.
Robert Kraft sets expectation for 2026 squad with 'hardest schedule'
Kraft addressed reporters in Arizona where the NFL's annual meetings are being held.
Dolphins GM: 'Zero effort' made to trade RB De'Von Achane
Jon-Eric Sullivan called extending Achane a priority, reinforcing his belief the RB is a foundational player.
Are tight ends making a first-round comeback? Why top NFL draft prospect Kenyon Sadiq could be next in line
Colston Loveland and Tyler Warren set the bar high last year, and Oregon's Kenyon Sadiq has a shot to reach it.
New year, new number: Shedeur switching back to No. 2 with Browns ahead of new season
The Cleveland Browns announced Monday that the second-year quarterback will return to the No. 2 jersey for the 2026 season.
Keeping Colts in the family: Why the Irsay sisters are shunning private equity (for now)
Renovations to Lucas Oil Stadium will be costly, and Irsay-Gordon acknowledged diversified funding could help.
Ranking all 32 NFL free agency classes: Which teams most improved their rosters?
How did every team fare in March, taking into account free agent signings, trades, extensions and departures.
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.
Bulls waive guard Ivey after anti-gay comments
The Chicago Bulls waived guard Jaden Ivey after his recent anti-gay comments amid several rants on religion and other topics.
'Nature calls': Edwards misses tipoff in return
Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards missed the start of Monday night's game in his return from a six-game absence because he had to go to the bathroom.
SGA on MVP chatter: 'I let my game do the talking'
Calling the discourse around NBA MVP "good chatter," Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander nevertheless declined to weigh in himself, saying, "No, I'm good. Thanks for asking, though. ... I let my game…
Cuban: I regret selling Mavs to Adelson, Dumont
Mark Cuban says he regrets selling the Mavericks to the Adelson and Dumont families, adding that he "made a lot of mistakes in the process."
🤣 'Same agent': Jokic jokes after Clark praise
According to Jokic, the explanation behind Clark's high praise for him Sunday night is simple: The two share an agent.
Wemby posts 3rd-fastest double-double since '97
Victor Wembanyama had a season-high 41 points and 16 rebounds while collecting the third-fastest double-double since 1997-98 in the Spurs' win Monday.
Ujiri joins ownership group of Toronto Tempo
Former Raptors president Masai Ujiri has joined the ownership group of the city's new WNBA franchise.
Lakers' Redick stumps for Doncic to be NBA MVP
Coach JJ Redick says that if Luka Doncic and the Lakers close out the regular season as hot as they've been, Doncic should be named the NBA's MVP.
Six free agency options for LeBron, according to NBA coaches, execs and scouts
Lakers? Cavs? Warriors? A wild card? Before LeBron makes his decision this summer, sources around the league weigh in.
Future of Giannis and Ja, and the big questions facing every NBA lottery team
With 10 NBA teams already eyeing the offseason, Bobby Marks examines each front office's biggest priority.
NBA playoff watch: Cross-conference matchups take center stage
Playoff teams in the East and West clash. Plus, updated playoff projections, draft lottery standings after Sunday.
Kryptonite for 10 NBA title contenders: Which weaknesses could sink playoff teams?
We evaluated every playoff contender's biggest weaknesses, how it will impact the postseason and which team is best positioned to exploit them.
Malzahn, Tedford joining CFP selection committee
Recently retired coach Gus Malzahn, who won a national title in 2010 as Auburn's offensive coordinator, will join former Cal head coach Jeff Tedford on the College Football Playoff selection committee…
Illini make OC Lunney their highest-paid assistant
Illinois offensive coordinator Barry Lunney Jr. received a new three-year, $4.35 million deal that makes him the highest-paid assistant in team history.
Kiffin: 'Ton of work' remains to turn around LSU
Lane Kiffin cautioned that LSU's turnaround into the program he envisions won't "happen overnight" and that "a ton of work" remains.
Barnes retiring as Oregon State athletic director
Oregon State athletic director Scott Barnes, who has overseen the school's new paradigm in the wake of the collapse and rebuild of the Pac-12, is retiring, the school announced.
QB Simpson says he's 'absolutely' 1st-round pick
Ty Simpson felt like he made a final impression at Alabama's pro day in front of NFL scouts. He believes he's 'absolutely' a lock to be a first-round pick.
IU's Cignetti rips transfer Marsh for gold cleats
Indiana coach Curt Cignetti ripped transfer wide receiver Nick Marsh for wearing gold cleats on the first day of spring practice for the defending national champs.
Ole Miss QB Chambliss clears hurdle to play in '26
A significant legal hurdle for Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss to play in 2026 was cleared Friday.
Gamecocks land OL recruit with no football chops
Neff Giwa, a 20-year-old Irishman who has never played American football, has committed to play at South Carolina as an offensive lineman.
🏈 Inside CFB's unique tampering etiquette
Tampering 101, 201 and 301: What is considered OK, and what crosses the line in college football?
Top newcomers for Notre Dame and every Big Ten team; what coaches, GMs are saying
Which new faces in the league will make the biggest impact for each school?
Do CFB starts matter when evaluating QBs in the draft? Ty Simpson is the latest test case
The Alabama product is regarded as the 2026 NFL draft's QB2 despite having far fewer starts (15) than most first-round signal-callers.
Miller’s mock draft: Seven full rounds of projections, from first overall to Mr. Irrelevant
Matt Miller predicted every pick in the 2026 draft, from the Raiders' selection at No. 1 to Mr. Irrelevant.
Mansoor Delane to the Chiefs? Kenyon Sadiq to the Rams? Perfect team fits for 20 NFL draft prospects
We took 20 NFL draft prospects who could get picked in Rounds 1 and 2 and found ideal scheme matches based on what each player does best.
Are tight ends making a first-round comeback? Why top NFL draft prospect Kenyon Sadiq could be next in line
Colston Loveland and Tyler Warren set the bar high last year, and Oregon's Kenyon Sadiq has a shot to reach it.
Ranking college football coaches and teams that are likely to improve in 2026
Curt Cignetti reset how we view coaching turnarounds while Oklahoma State, with a new coach, has nowhere to go but up.
Which teams, coaches and players have the most to prove in 2026?
From bounce-back hopefuls to hot-seat candidates, these people need to get it right this season.
How the top DL signings will fit in 2026 including three five-stars at LSU
The top 2026 recruits at each position have their new homes. Here's how their games will work.
2026 college football SP+ rankings for all 138 FBS teams
The first SP+ rankings, plus strength of schedule and résumé SP+, for the 2026 season.
Ready to win big -- or be a big-time disappointment? The 5 most polarizing MLB teams
Is you club more likely to surprise or underachieve this season? Our experts weigh in.
World Series contender tiers: How far away from winning it all is your favorite team?
Can anybody stop the Dodgers? And who will emerge in 2027, 2028, 2029 ...?
2026 MLB ABS challenge system tracker: Team, player rankings
The ABS challenge system leaderboard ranks batters, pitchers, catchers, teams and umpires throughout the MLB season.
'Big step' for Dodgers' Sasaki after horrid spring
After a disastrous spring training, Dodgers pitcher Roki Sasaki showed promise in his first start of the season, limiting the Guardians to one run while striking out four.
⚾ 2026 predictions: Playoff teams, award winners
Can the Dodgers three-peat? Will Skubal and Skenes win another Cy Young? Our experts make their predictions for the 2026 baseball season.
'Electric' Cabrera silences Angels in Cubs debut
In his Cubs debut, Edward Cabrera pitched six crisp innings in Monday night's 7-2 victory over the Angels. The right-hander struck out five while throwing 80 pitches in the opener of a three-game…
Scuffling Raleigh comes off bench to beat Yanks
Cal Raleigh, after going 2-for-15 with 10 strikeouts, didn't start for the Mariners on Monday but came off the bench to provide a walk-off single to beat the Yankees.
Sources: M's, Emerson agree to historic contract
Mariners shortstop Colt Emerson, ESPN's No. 6 prospect for 2026 who has yet to play in the majors, has agreed to an 8-year, $95M extension, sources confirmed to ESPN.
Reports: Brewers sign Pratt for $50M before debut
Brewers shortstop prospect Cooper Pratt agreed to terms on an eight-year, $50.75 million contract, according to multiple reports.
'Defeated' Verlander hit hard in return to Tigers
The Diamondbacks roughed up three-time Cy Young Award winner Justin Verlander in his return to the Tigers during a 9-6 victory Monday night.
Nats' Wiemer ties mark before on-base streak ends
Seven Washington batters had at least two hits, including Joey Wiemer, who tied a major league record for most consecutive plate appearances to reach base to start a season and the Nationals defeated…
Yanks go 5-for-5 on ABS challenges; Boone irked
The Yankees won all five of their challenges utilizing the automated ball-strike system during Monday night's game against the Mariners.
Olney: The six rookies off to the hottest starts of 2026
From Chase DeLauter to JJ Wetherholt, these young players are making an immediate impact for their teams -- and showcasing their poise while doing so.
A historic rookie class? Is Trout back? 10 things we learned from opening weekend
From early trends to the most -- and least -- surprising performances, this is what stood out.
Passan: How ball-strike challenge rule is rocking baseball -- and who is using it best (and worst)
Baseball's new ABS system is the talk of the sport. We hand out awards after the first weekend of the rule.
News: JJ Wetherholt's weekend warrants your attention
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.
Free agent pickups: Don't hesitate to add Sal Stewart
Many top rookies made a big early impression, but it's one who debuted late last season who is most available.
'The best is still yet to come': Why Wyatt Langford is an AL MVP sleeper pick
The Rangers' outfielder has gone from overhyped to overlooked. That could change in 2026 for the 24-year-old.
'Nobody has seen the best in Vladdy yet': How a dominant October took Vladimir Guerrero Jr. to a new level
Toronto's slugger proved he was a superstar in the playoffs, but it was in his leadership that he really stepped up. Now, the hope is that carries over to 2026 -- and beyond.
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