Tocchet quits; Canucks 8th team seeking a coach
Rick Tocchet has stepped down as Canucks coach despite the team's attempts to re-sign him. Vancouver becomes the eighth NHL team looking to hire a new coach this offseason.
PWHL picks Seattle for 2nd expansion franchise
The PWHL will expand to eight teams next season by adding Seattle as its second new franchise alongside Vancouver, and The Associated Press has learned that plans are already in the works to add two…
Panthers' Ekblad suspended 2 games for Hagel hit
Panthers defenseman Aaron Ekblad has been suspended for two games for elbowing Lightning forward Brandon Hagel in the head midway through Game 4 of Florida's first-round series against Tampa Bay.
Fleury replaces Gustavsson (illness) in Wild loss
Minnesota goalie Filip Gustavsson was replaced after two periods Tuesday night because of an illness, putting Marc-Andre Fleury in net for the Wild.
Canes win series, spoil Markstrom 49-save outing
Sebastian Aho hammered a one-timer past Jacob Markstrom at 4:17 of the second OT to help the Carolina Hurricanes defeat the New Jersey Devils 5-4 Tuesday night to clinch their first-round playoff…
Mammoth gaffe? Utah mum on name after leak
Utah Hockey Club officials wouldn't confirm if "Mammoth" was their new name after it allegedly leaked on the team's official YouTube channel on Tuesday night.
Stanley Cup playoffs daily: Two elimination games on tap, and a pivotal Game 5 in Jets-Blues
Will the playoff field shrink Wednesday night? Here are keys to each game, plus Tuesday's recaps and three stars.
Can the Jets join others that defied the Presidents' Trophy curse?
Of the 38 seasons where the trophy was awarded, just eight of its victors have also lifted the Stanley Cup.
How a group of Korean harmonica players captivated the world
Here's how the group's performance at a Kings game went viral, and why it means so much culturally.
Stanley Cup Playoffs Central: Bracket, schedule, scores, news
From the first round all the way through the Stanley Cup Final, ESPN has you covered this NHL postseason.
2025 Stanley Cup playoffs latest championship, Conn Smythe odds
Every playoff team's odds to win the 2025 Stanley Cup and favorites for the Conn Smythe Trophy for playoff MVP
Revealing the identity of 'Prospect X,' and where overlooked prospects landed
Draft season's most overlooked player wasn't invited to the combine or an all-star game.
Pats cut Cardona, club's longest-tenured player
The New England Patriots released long snapper Joe Cardona, their longest-tenured player, on Tuesday, after selecting him in Round 5 of the 2015 NFL draft out of Navy, setting the stage for a run that…
Vikings reward Van Ginkel with $23M extension
The Vikings and outside linebacker Andrew Van Ginkel reached agreement Tuesday on a one-year, $23 million extension that includes $22.4 million guaranteed.
RB Dobbins receives rare UFA tender from Bolts
Running back J.K. Dobbins and wide receiver Elijah Moore received the seldom-used unrestricted free agent tender from the Chargers and Browns, respectively.
McCarthy: 'I know I'm ready to start' for Vikings
Vikings quarterback J.J. McCarthy, speaking Tuesday to local reporters for the first time since last fall, appears as confident in himself as the team is in him.
Source: Jags decline top tackler Lloyd's option
The Jaguars are not picking up the fifth-year option for linebacker Devin Lloyd, a source told ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.
Report: Elway driving cart as ex-agent injured
John Elway was the driver of a golf cart when his business partner and former agent fell from the vehicle and suffered life-threatening injuries, according to a TMZ report.
NFL fines Falcons, DC over Sanders prank call
The NFL has fined the Falcons $250,000 and defensive coordinator Jeff Ulbrich $100,000 in response to Ulbrich's son's prank call made to Shedeur Sanders during the NFL draft.
Falcons pick up WR London's fifth-year option
The Falcons have picked up wide receiver Drake London's fifth-year option, the team announced Wednesday.
Rankings for 2025 season
ESPN analysts reveal their fantasy football rankings for the 2025 season.
Fantasy Football Cheat Sheet Central
Our collection of downloadable, printable cheat sheets for the 2025 fantasy football season, including PPR, non-PPR and dynasty/keeper leagues.
'He wants to lead this team': Vikings hope J.J. McCarthy is last piece of offseason roster puzzle
McCarthy is healthy and should benefit from a well-rounded roster and an emphasis on the run game.
After a disappointing weekend, the power now belongs to Shedeur Sanders
From here on out, all that matters for Shedeur Sanders is proving the Browns were right in selecting him.
How Aaron Rodgers influenced the Steelers' draft strategy
Passing on a QB four times suggests the Steelers are still hoping Rodgers will end up in Pittsburgh.
Eastern Conference playoffs: Bucks crumble in epic collapse, Pacers advance
Here's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the Eastern Conference's first round.
What another disappointing first-round loss means for Giannis and the Bucks: 'I don't know'
Year 2 of the Giannis-Dame partnership was supposed to fuel a title run in Milwaukee. Where can the franchise turn now after another first-round exit?
Western Conference playoffs: Nuggets in control after big win over Clippers
Here's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the Western Conference's first round.
'Confident' Castle gives Spurs back-to-back ROYs
Stephon Castle garnered 92 of 100 available first-place votes to give the Spurs the franchise's fourth Rookie of the Year award.
Celts pounce after Banchero sits, oust Magic in 5
The Celtics broke open Tuesday night's game after Paolo Banchero went to the bench with his fifth foul and rolled to a 120-89 victory to close out the series in five games.
Murray comes up big as Nuggets control Clips
Jamal Murray scored a game-high 43 points to pace the Nuggets to a Game 5 win over the Clippers and a 3-2 series lead.
Early exit, not future, on Giannis' mind after loss
Giannis Antetokounmpo didn't want to discuss his future in Milwaukee after Tuesday night's season-ending loss and instead lamented the Bucks' third straight first-round exit and their inability to win…
Haliburton, Pacers stun Bucks in OT to advance
Indiana star Tyrese Haliburton blew past Giannis Antetokounmpo for the go-ahead layup with 1.3 seconds left to give the Pacers a 119-118 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks and a 4-1 series win in the…
Brunson a bystander as Knicks wilt late in loss
As precious seconds ticked away in the fourth quarter Tuesday night, New York star Jalen Brunson was waiting at the scorer's table for a whistle in the Knicks' 106-103 loss to the Detroit Pistons, who…
Giannis: Haliburton's dad 'disrespectful' with antics
Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo got into a heated confrontation with the father of Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton following Game 5, spurred by what Antetokounmpo called a "disrespectful" exchange…
Why the Rockets' launch is still awaiting a superstar
Only one young player is untouchable as the Rockets enter an offseason with lucrative draft capital and a promising future.
Damian Lillard's injury timeline, plus what to learn from other NBA stars' Achilles tears
The Bucks guard faces a long recovery, but there is precedent for stars in their 30s making a full comeback.
Way-too-early H2H Points league rankings for 2025-26
Andre Snellings provides his early fantasy basketball rankings for next season.
'There's really no plan:' How the self alley-oop has taken over the NBA
Players seem to be throwing the ball off the glass to themselves more than ever, and not just to generate highlights.
Steph and Draymond's 'last ride' comes down to Playoff Jimmy
Ten years after their first title, Curry and Green know Butler is the key to their pursuit of a fifth ring.
College Football Playoff impact: Players who stuck around
The portal has closed, the draft is over, so who are the best players who stuck around even though they had options?
Michigan lands No. 4 pocket passer Smigiel
Four-star quarterback Brady Smigiel, ESPN's No. 4 pocket passer in the 2026 class, has committed to Michigan.
Former 5-star WR Hudson rejoining Texas Tech
After departing in December for a brief stint at Texas A&M, former five-star wide receiver recruit Micah Hudson announced Sunday he is rejoining Texas Tech's football program.
Marshall AD Spears won't have contract renewed
Marshall will not renew the contract of athletic director Christian Spears when it expires next year, the school announced Tuesday.
UF's Lagway back throwing after resting shoulder
Florida sophomore quarterback DJ Lagway, who was limited in spring practice and didn't throw due to shoulder soreness, has resumed throwing for the Gators.
Pac-12 reaches TV deals for OSU, WSU games
The Pac-12 has finalized television deals for the 2025 season, with The CW, ESPN and CBS combining to show the 13 home games involving Oregon State and Washington State.
Boise State's Danielson gets deal through 2029
Boise State coach Spencer Danielson is getting a new five-year deal after taking the Broncos to the CFP in his first full season as their head coach, the school announced Tuesday.
Replacing the first round of the NFL draft: Who's up next in college football?
The teams that lost first-round players will be looking for the next man up. Here's who should take over for those 32 picks.
Transfer portal's lure involves more than just a big payday for players
Players, agents and recruiters are drawn together in search of the best possible deal.
2025 CFB betting odds: Which teams should you monitor after spring?
Pamela Maldonado breaks down which college football teams bettors should keep an eye on after spring practices.
Grading MLB's City Connect uniforms: Marlins' new look doesn't live up to the first
From the pastel Padres to the Motor City Tigers and beyond, we break down MLB's City Connect uniforms.
DeGrom gets 1st win in 2 years as Rangers rip A's
Texas had a much-needed offensive breakout while deGrom struck out seven over six scoreless innings for his first win in more than two years Tuesday in a 15-2 win over the Athletics.
Mets' Minter pondering season-ending surgery
Mets reliever A.J. Minter is contemplating season-ending surgery for a "pretty significant" lat injury, manager Carlos Mendoza said.
Reds INF Candelario to IL with lumbar strain
The Cincinnati Reds placed corner infielder Jeimer Candelario on the 10-day injured list with a lower-back injury retroactive to Monday, the team announced Wednesday.
Marlins' Conine has shoulder surgery, out for '25
Marlins outfielder Griffin Conine is expected to miss the rest of the season after he underwent shoulder surgery.
Yanks make history by again opening with 3 HRs
The Yankees became the first team in major league history to open a game with three consecutive home runs more than once in a season.
'Back on the board': Ohtani tallies first HR as dad
Shohei Ohtani's "Dad Strength" is finally beginning to kick in as the Dodgers' slugger hit his first home run since the birth of his daughter to jump-start a 15-2 victory over the Marlins.
Jordan Lawlar and other prospects on the rise
All the prospects that fantasy managers should be keeping an eye on as April comes to an end.
Don't be fooled by April stats
Tristan H. Cockcroft discusses which players off to strong starts in 2025 he's simply not buying.
'They tell you to keep it down -- don't listen': 30 years of Coors Field horror stories
For three decades, baseball at the Rockies' park has bruised ERAs and egos. Here's what it's like on MLB's scariest mound.
Passan's first-month MLB takeaways: NL dominance, torpedo bat fallout and breakout stars
What stands out as the calendar turns to May? Let's break down the biggest early trends.
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