MacKinnon sends Canada to gold medal game
Nathan MacKinnon scored the go-ahead goal with 35.2 seconds left after Shea Theodore tied it midway through the third period, and Canada survived another scare at the Olympics, rallying to beat…
U.S. cruises to set up 'exciting' Canada showdown
Jack Hughes scored two goals, and the U.S. rolled into the final by routing Slovakia 6-2 in the semifinals Friday night. The U.S. will meet tournament favorite and top-seeded Canada on Sunday for the…
🏒 Power Rankings: Olympic break assessments
A special set of Power Rankings as players get ready to head to the Milan Cortina Olympics.
'Better chance' Crosby plays in gold medal game
Canada men's ice hockey coach Jon Cooper says team captain Sidney Crosby has "a lot better chance" of playing in the Olympic gold medal game after missing Friday's semifinal with an undisclosed…
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.
Red, white, blue and gold? Takeaways from Team USA's dominant win over Slovakia
The 6-2 win sets up a matchup against Canada with the gold medal on the line.
Cardiac Canadians? What we learned from another one-goal thriller
Down 2-0, the team clawed back to tie the game, then score the game winner with 35.2 seconds left.
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.
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.
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…
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.
Pittsburgh at the NFL combine: QB reset in store for Steelers?
Aaron Rodgers isn't a long-term solution, but he could be a bridge as Pittsburgh looks for a franchise QB.
Teller latest Browns vet who won't be returning
Wyatt Teller, an impending free agent, said goodbye to the city of Cleveland in an Instagram post Wednesday.
Eagles All-Pro RT Johnson to return for '26 season
Eagles right tackle Lane Johnson confirmed to ESPN on Thursday that he will be returning for a 14th season.
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.
🔮 Experts predict the 2026 NFL season
Who will win next season's Super Bowl? Who is set to be the next MVP? We asked NFL experts to make early calls on how 2026 will play out.
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.
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.
Four teams with pass-rush needs, four trade offers for Maxx Crosby: Our experts play out his market
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.
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.
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?
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.
Hornets' Ball 'blessed' he wasn't hurt in car crash
Hornets point guard LaMelo Ball says he feels "blessed" to be uninjured after being involved in a two-car crash in Charlotte.
🏀 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.
Porzingis rusty but provides spark in Dubs debut
Kristaps Porzingis, making his Warriors debut in his first game since Jan. 7, opened slow but made an impact in his 17 minutes, scoring 12 points in a 121-110 loss to the Celtics.
Gasol to be IOC board athlete rep through LA28
Two-time NBA champion Pau Gasol has been chosen by Olympic athletes to represent them on the IOC executive board through the 2028 Los Angeles Summer Games.
'Special': Cunningham makes MVP case vs. Knicks
The Pistons' Cade Cunningham made his MVP case by erupting for 42 points, 13 assists and eight rebounds in a decisive 126-111 win over the Knicks.
Celtics' Brown weighs lawsuit vs. Beverly Hills
Celtics forward Jaylen Brown is considering legal action against the city of Beverly Hills, he told ESPN's Andscape, after police shut down a private event he was hosting during NBA All-Star Weekend.
Sources: NBA plans to enact anti-tanking rules
Commissioner Adam Silver informed the league's 30 general managers that the NBA plans to make anti-tanking rule changes for next season, sources told ESPN.
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…
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Evidentiary hearing granted for ex-U-M HC Moore
A judge on Tuesday granted a request for a hearing to learn more about the investigation that led to charges against former Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore.
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.
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.
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.
↔️ Free agency tracker: Offseason trades, moves
We've got you covered on all the major MLB hot stove signings and trades.
White Sox's Murakami has 2 hits, 2 RBIs in debut
Munetaka Murakami was a late arrival for his first spring training game with the Chicago White Sox.
Pawol, MLB's 1st woman ump, not among job fills
Tom Hanahan and Brian Walsh were promoted Friday to replace two retiring umps. Jen Pawol, MLB's first woman ump, will work spring training for the third straight year.
Alonso blasts first homer with O's in spring debut
Pete Alonso said he was "happy to break the seal" on his stint in Baltimore by homering over the left-center-field fence in his spring training debut Friday.
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.
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.
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.
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…
MLBPA's Meyer 'passionate' in backing players
New MLBPA interim executive director Bruce Meyer says he is dedicated to "protecting and advancing player rights" ahead of negotiations with the league on a new CBA.
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.
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 Marte's offense put him on top? Or does Hoerner's elite defense make him No. 1? Here's how our list shakes out.
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
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.
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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