NHL free agency 2026: Grades, fits for Andersen, C...
With free agency underway, we're handing out marks for all of the big deals around the league.
Live NHL free agency tracker: Contract details for...
Get up to speed on all the latest veteran additions teams are making beginning on June 30.
$15 million? $20 million?!? How Hughes, Makar will...
Some observers scoffed at the $12.5 million per year contract that Bowen Byram signed. Just wait.
Mammoth match offer sheet, hold onto Hayton
The Mammoth on Wednesday matched the offer sheet the Devils presented to Barrett Hayton, then signed their forward to a one-year, $4.775 million deal.
Ovi not sure about end, wife says maybe 2 years
Alex Ovechkin won't commit to this being his last season, saying his wife said one year, maybe two.
Sens legend Alfredsson leaves to join Leafs' staff...
Senators legend Daniel Alfredsson is leaving to join the rival Maple Leafs as an associate coach, the Leafs announced Tuesday.
Giroux re-signs with Sens, to play 20th season
Ottawa on Tuesday re-signed star forward Claude Giroux, 38, who scored a career-high 35 goals in 2022-23, his first season with the Senators, to a one-year contract with a $2 million salary that can…
Isles launch fan design contest for third jersey
The Islanders announced Wednesday they are letting their fans design the team's new third jersey for the 2027-28 NHL season.
Leafs fire Wickenheiser amid front office purge
Assistant general manager Hayley Wickenheiser, one of the most decorated women's players of all time, was one of several executives fired by the Maple Leafs.
Blackhawks star Bedard to miss start of season
Blackhawks star center Connor Bedard is expected to miss the start of the season after undergoing surgery on his left shoulder.
Ducks match Flyers' $90M offer to Carlsson
The Ducks have matched the Flyers' five-year offer sheet for star 21-year-old center Leo Carlsson that is worth an NHL-high $18 million per season.
🏒 Offseason trade grades: Trocheck, Nurse, more
The summer trade season is officially on fire! Find grades for each GM involved in all the big swaps here.
Winners and losers of the Leo Carlsson offer sheet...
The Ducks decided to match the deal, thus retaining the young center -- and paying him $18 million annually the next five seasons.
Nathan MacKinnon, Connor McDavid lead 2026 ranking...
After a busy NHL offseason, get ready for the 2026-27 fantasy hockey season with the top 250 rankings.
Players to upgrade, downgrade due to O-line play
Eric Moody looks at running backs who benefit from, or are hurt by, the performance of their offensive line.
Copy of 2026 Fantasy Football Draft Guide: Rankings, mock ...
Your one-stop shop as you prep for draft season, including rankings, projections and analysis.
🏈 Barnwell's guide to building a Super Bowl roste...
Do teams need first-round QBs to reach the Super Bowl? Is it crucial to spend big on No. 1 receivers and top-tier edge rushers? Let's sort through rosters from the past 15 Super Bowls.
Sources: CB Douglas to sign with Commanders
Free agent CB Rasul Douglas is planning to sign a one-year deal with the Washington Commanders worth up to $3.8 million, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.
Bears QB Williams gifts Pope autographed jersey
Bears quarterback Caleb Williams sent an autographed jersey to Pope Leo XIV, a Chicago native and the first American-born pope in the history of the Catholic Church.
Clutch Vinatieri to enter Colts' Ring of Honor
Kicker Adam Vinatieri, who will enter the Pro Football Hall of Fame next month, will enter the Colts' Ring of Honor during a ceremony Oct. 18.
Late Cowboys' player Kneeland diagnosed with CTE
Former Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland has been posthumously diagnosed with CTE.
Commanders to retire No. 44 of HOF RB Riggins
The Commanders are retiring the No. 44 worn by Hall of Famer and franchise rushing leader John Riggins -- more than 40 years after one of the most famous runs in Super Bowl history.
Study: NFLers die from dementia at higher rate
NFL players are four times more likely than the general population to die of neurodegenerative diseases such as dementia and Parkinson's, according to a study released Wednesday.
No GPS tracker for Arnold, can work out for teams
Former Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold does not need to wear a GPS tracker as a condition of his release, a Florida judge ruled Friday, allowing him to continue to work out with NFL teams in an effort…
Who are the NFL's best tight ends? Execs, coaches ...
Brock Bowers vs. George Kittle vs. Trey McBride for No. 1? We tasked evaluators to help rank the best.
The best offensive tackles in the NFL: We asked ex...
A new No. 1 OT in the league? Two blockers from the same team in the top 10? We canvassed NFL decision-makers to rank the NFL's best tackles for 2026.
Better, worse or the same? Examining the Seahawks'...
After some notable departures, let's look at key positions ahead of the 2026 season.
AFC East: Can Bills, Jets or Dolphins unseat the Patriots in 2026?
Four big questions for our AFC East reporters, including biggest concerns and how the offseason impacted the QBs.
Inside the Broncos' playoff run: Fifteen days with Sean Payton
Senior writer Seth Wickersham spent two weeks with NFL football coach Sean Payton ahead of the Denver Broncos-New England Patriots AFC Championship Game.
Spurs' Luke Kornet makes his pitch to LeBron James...
The San Antonio Spurs center threw his hat into the ring to recruit LeBron James -- and the result is some legitimately excellent comedy.
Dybantsa vs. Peterson, Round 1: Biggest takeaways ...
The NBA's top picks from the 2026 draft faced off at the Las Vegas summer league. How did AJ Dybantsa and Darryn Peterson fare?
Copy of Offseason buzz: Latest signings, trades, extension...
We're tracking deals, trades and buzz, including Donovan Mitchell agreeing to an extension with the Cavs.
What's still lingering this NBA offseason: 10 big ...
Let's evaluate what still needs to be decided this offseason, including Jalen Duren's new contract, the Kawhi Leonard trade and LeBron James' next team.
Sources: Spurs' Wemby inks $252M max extension
Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs have reached agreement on a five-year, $252 million maximum rookie-scale contract extension, sources told ESPN, the third-largest rookie extension in NBA history.
Strong debut caps 'emotional' day for Bulls' Wilso...
Bulls rookie Caleb Wilson scored 35 points in his summer league debut Friday night, the second most in a Las Vegas debut since the event began in 2004.
🏀 Free agent grades for signings and extensions
Evaluating free agent signings and extensions, including Cleveland signing Mitchell to a nearly $275M deal.
Mavs sign prospect Biberovic to seal 6-way trade
The Mavericks have signed Tarik Biberovic, a move that finishes off a six-team trade that is also bringing Santi Aldama and Marcus Sasser to Dallas.
Wembanyama Kaboom! card sells for $1.4 million
A 2024 1-of-1 numbered Victor Wembanyama card, a Panini Revolution vertical green Kaboom!, has sold via trading card and alternative asset platform Alt for $1,443,133.
Young 'excited' to help usher in Wizards' new era
Trae Young could not contain his excitement about being with his new-look Wizards team long term at his news conference to announce his re-signing.
NBPA urges fix, says 2nd apron hurts players, fans...
NBPA executive director David Kelly said the league's "second apron" is forcing teams to make decisions that are "not basketball decisions" and hurting players for the benefit of "cost control."
Iggy: LeBron's Dubs interest tribute to Curry's pu...
Andre Iguodala, the 2015 Finals MVP in the first of the Warriors' three titles over LeBron James' Cavaliers, says that the fact that Golden State is even a consideration for James in his free agency…
Sources: Adebayo struck Herro in Vegas altercation...
Former Heat teammates Bam Adebayo and Tyler Herro got into a physical altercation at a practice court in a Las Vegas hotel Friday morning, during which Adebayo struck Herro in the head area, sources…
What LeBron James could sign for with six teams, a...
As the free agent race to land LeBron James continues, here's what six teams can actually offer him, from the exact dollar amount to the intangibles.
🏈 Conference previews: Focus on 138 FBS teams
From the SEC and Big Ten to the Sun Belt and MAC, we have projections, predictions and players to watch.
'Fair all around': 4th-year QBs praise 5-for-5 rul...
Utah quarterback Devon Dampier led the praise during Big 12 media days Wednesday for the NCAA's new five-year, aged-based eligibility model.
Moore's ex-assistant sues Michigan, seeks records
Sherrone Moore's former executive assistant is suing the University of Michigan, claiming the school violated the Freedom of Information Act by denying requests made on her behalf.
NCAA opens inquiry of Sorsby's time at Cincinnati
The NCAA has sent a letter of inquiry to Cincinnati centered on former quarterback Brendan Sorsby's time with the program, sources told ESPN on Wednesday.
NIL clearinghouse has rejected $90M in deals
The clearinghouse charged with analyzing NIL deals has rejected $90 million worth of those submitted.
Michigan State names Palumbo as interim AD
Michigan State University has bounced back from potentially losing its school president and athletic director by retaining Kevin M. Guskiewicz to lead the school and appointing Jon Palumbo as interim…
Tide lands top in-state QB prospect for 2028
Alabama has secured the commitment of top in-state QB prospect Kingston Preyear, the No. 3 pocket passer in ESPN's 2028 recruiting class.
'I got the coaches on curfew': Deion Sanders tops ...
Big 12 media days brought plenty of interesting quotes, including musings from Sanders, Joey McGuire and more.
2027 recruiting class rankings: Oregon continues t...
These schools are setting the pace as the recruiting race heats up.
Ranking college football's top coaches: Can Curt Cignetti win this title too?
Our reporters make -- and defend -- their picks for the coaches they'd want to lead their team.
Phillies' Schwarber latest Home Run Derby add
Phillies slugger Kyle Schwarber and White Sox rookie Munetaka Murakami have been named as participants in the Home Run Derby, filling out the eight-man field for the contest in Philadelphia on Monday…
Peters records first White Sox cycle since Abreu
Rookie Chicago White Sox center fielder Tristan Peters hit for the cycle Friday night, becoming the franchise's first player to achieve the feat in nine years.
Sources: Cards' Wetherholt gets $112.5M deal
Infielder JJ Wetherholt and the Cardinals are in agreement on an eight-year, $112.5 million contract extension, sources told ESPN.
Brewers put Harrison on IL with forearm tightness
Milwaukee Brewers left-handed pitcher Kyle Harrison has gone on the 15-day injured list with tightness in his throwing forearm.
Jays' Okamoto ties Ohtani's mark with 22nd HR
Toronto's Kazuma Okamoto hit his 22nd home run Friday night to tie Shohei Ohtani for the most by a Japanese-born rookie in a season in the majors.
📊 Power Rankings: Where every team stands
The Marlins debut at their highest ranking of 2026 while the Padres' fall continues. Here's who's hot -- and who's not -- ahead of baseball's midseason break.
Red Sox plane issues force delayed start vs. Mets
The Red Sox pulled out a 6-2 win Friday night despite arriving at Citi Field a little more than two hours before the scheduled first pitch after the team plane was grounded for nearly 24 hours due to…
Ohtani (knee) scratched from start, to miss ASG
Shohei Ohtani was scratched from his scheduled pitching start Friday due to continued irritation in his left knee and will skip the All-Star Game with the hope of ensuring he is "in a good place to be…
Herrera, Murakami among All-Star replacements
Cardinals catcher Iván Herrera was named Friday to the National League All-Star team as an injury replacement for Los Angeles Dodgers two-way star Shohei Ohtani.
Advice for Saturday: Griffin Jax looks to continue...
Everything you need to know to set your fantasy baseball lineups for Saturday's MLB action.
Ohtani, Witt and ... Pete Alonso! First-half MVPs ...
We name each club's top performer so far -- and how many All-Stars they'd have in a perfect world.
The players we can't wait to see in the MLB Future...
The brightest stars in the minors take the field today in Philly. Here's who we'll be watching most closely.
Updated ranking of the top 100 trade deadline cand...
Skubal to the ...? Here are the big names your team could be targeting, with a few new additions near the top.
The perfect trade deadline addition for every MLB ...
Tairk Skubal to which elite team? An All-Star traded within the NL East!? We make dream moves for every World Series hopeful.
The MLB draft is here! Kiley McDaniel predicts the...
Who goes No. 1 to the White Sox? This year, the intrigue begins with a trio of stars in play for the top pick.
Copy of MLB draft tracker: Order, results and analysis for...
The draft starts at 1 p.m. ET, with the White Sox picking No. 1 overall. Follow along for pick-by-pick coverage.
We won't see a pitcher like Justin Verlander again
With the future first-ballot Hall of Famer set to retire, his departure helps mark the end of an era for MLB's aces.
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