The biggest surprises of the men's Olympic hockey tournament
Heading into the knockout round, here's who has over- or underperformed for their nation.
Olympics men's hockey daily: Qualification round up next
Find the full schedule, scoring and goaltending leaders and knockout round bracket here.
Perfect through three games: Grades, takeaways and top players from Canada's 10-2 win
With the blowout win, Canada likely earned the top seed for the next round. Here's how it happened, and what's next.
Olympic hockey arena lightens color of boards
The hockey boards at Santagiulia Arena have been changed to a lighter color beginning Tuesday at the Olympics after getting feedback from teams and federations.
French hockey player who fought Wilson banned
France's Pierre Crinon, who fought Canada's Tom Wilson at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics, was suspended Monday by the French ice hockey federation.
Awards Watch: Kucherov gaining on MacKinnon for MVP?
We polled PHWA voters to find out who's ahead in the major races.
NHL Power Rankings: Updated 1-32 poll heading into Olympic break
A special set of Power Rankings as players get ready to head to the Milan Cortina Olympics.
📈 Ranking the top 50 players in the Olympics
As 12 teams face off for gold in Milan Cortina, here are the players who will have the biggest impact.
Crosby, McDavid lead Canada in rout of France
Sidney Crosby and Connor McDavid each had a goal and two assists as Canada dismantled France 10-2 on Sunday.
U.S. men stay unbeaten; 2-seed for knockouts
Auston Matthews scored twice and set up Zach Werenski's goal with a textbook pass, Connor Hellebuyck stopped 23 of the 24 shots he faced, and the U.S. defeated Germany 5-1 on Sunday night to finish…
Fiala surgery successful, out for rest of season
Kevin Fiala's leg surgery following his injury in the Olympics while playing for Switzerland was successful, the Kings announced Sunday, and the 29-year-old star forward will sit out the rest of the…
Hurricanes sign Bussi to 3-year, $5.7M extension
The Hurricanes announced Brandon Bussi's deal Monday, the latest chapter in his unlikely rise to prominence for the Eastern Conference contender.
Pickups: Justin Sourdif, Sam Rinzel seeing power play minutes
The essential Monday guide to fantasy hockey pickups, with who to add and how to get set for the week ahead.
Fantasy hockey impact of Artemi Panarin trade: Which Kings, Rangers will benefit?
How does the Artemi Panarin trade affect the fantasy hockey fortunes of the Kings, Rangers, and Panarin himself?
Ideal fits for the NFL's 50 best free agents: New teams for Alec Pierce, Malik Willis, Riq Woolen
Which team makes the most sense for Alec Pierce? Where do Malik Willis and the QBs fit best? And where could defensive standouts excel?
Why did the Dolphins release Tyreek Hill now, and what's next for him?
Miami cut ties with the receiver, but questions remain for the franchise and Tyreek Hill. Here's what we know.
Why the return of Ballard, Steichen and Jones doesn't just mean 'run it back' for the Colts
Some familiar elements remain, but the Colts could overhaul both lines and revamp their secondary.
The 11 trades we want to see this offseason: Barnwell finds new homes for 15 players
DJ Moore and A.J. Brown to the AFC West? Kyler Murray in a new offense? And a new WR1 for the Bills?
🔮 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.
Carr: I'd unretire but only for chance to win SB
Derek Carr has confirmed he is willing to unretire but said it will take a special circumstance to lure him back to the playing field, which includes the chance to win a Super Bowl.
Johnson, ex-Pro Bowl Washington OL, dies at 54
Tre' Johnson, the former standout NFL offensive lineman with Washington who went on to become a Maryland high school history teacher, died Sunday. He was 54.
Raiders hire Seahawks QB coach Janocko as OC
Seahawks QB coach Andrew Janocko has been hired as offensive coordinator for the Raiders, where he'll reunite with coach Klint Kubiak.
Sources: Seahawks to hire 49ers' Fleury as OC
The Seahawks are expected to hire 49ers tight ends coach Brian Fleury as their offensive coordinator, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter on Sunday.
Source: Browns hire Falcons' Rutenberg as DC
The Browns are hiring Falcons defensive passing game coordinator Mike Rutenberg to be their next defensive coordinator, a league source told ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.
Browns' Hickman assaulted at New York hotel
Browns safety Ronnie Hickman was assaulted in the lobby of a New York City hotel early Monday morning, the team said.
Hill, cut by Fins, vows 'the Cheetah will be back'
The Dolphins released Tyreek Hill in a flurry of roster moves that will clear significant salary cap space.
Sources: Seahawks unlikely to use tags on Walker
The Seahawks are unlikely to use either a franchise or transition tag on running back and Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III, league sources told ESPN.
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.
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? There are currently 11 in the 2026 class. Here's the updated list.
Three past NFL MVP QBs weigh in on Lamar Jackson's tumultuous season
Rich Gannon, Matt Ryan and Kurt Warner -- weighed in on the issues that impacted Jackson's tumultuous season.
What we learned at NBA All-Star Weekend
NBA All-Star Weekend delivered -- on and off the court. Let's unpack everything we saw (and heard) in Los Angeles.
The language of basketball: How international NBA players think about the game
For many of today's NBA All-Stars, English is their second language, and that impacts how they think about the game.
NBA Finals odds: Thunder, Nuggets still big favorites
The Cavs' title odds improved with the trade for James Harden, but the Thunder and Nuggets are clear favorites.
🏀 Power Rankings: All-Star Weekend edition
Where do all 30 teams stand after the trade deadline and heading into the 2026 NBA All-Star weekend?
BC star Bill Donovan, father of Bulls coach, dies
Bill Donovan, the father of Bulls coach Billy Donovan and whose own basketball exploits propelled him to the Boston College Hall of Fame, has died.
Silver considering all fixes for NBA's tanking issue
NBA commissioner Adam Silver called tanking the worst it has been in "recent memory" and said he is not ruling out any potential remedy, including taking away draft picks, to stop it.
Sources: 76ers set new deal for Walker, add Payne
The 76ers plan to sign two-way forward Jabari Walker to a new two-year contract and veteran guard Cam Payne for the remainder of the season, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.
Giannis: 'As of today, I'm committed' to Bucks
Giannis Antetokounmpo reiterated his commitment to the Bucks while also acknowledging his desire to be a winner and pursue a second title to go with the one he won in 2021.
LeBron: Still unsure about future past this year
LeBron James said Sunday he's still unsure whether he'll continue playing past this season.
Curry to make return to 3-point contest in 2027
Two-time 3-point contest winner Stephen Curry will make his return to the shootout for next year's All-Star Weekend in Phoenix
Brown refutes Beverly Hills' account of shutdown
Celtics star Jaylen Brown said the City of Beverly Hills' explanation for shutting down his brand event Saturday night was "completely false."
Edwards, Wemby 'set tone' for competitive ASG
Anthony Edwards led Team Stars to a victory in the revamped NBA All-Star Game, earning MVP honors after a refreshingly competitive display by the stars involved.
Why the Lakers' quiet trade deadline could make for an explosive offseason
With LeBron James' uncertain future, draft assets and significant cap space this summer, the Lakers are set up to be a major offseason player -- and maybe even try to land Giannis Antetokounmpo.
Slam dunks, global games, emerging stars: The biggest takeaways from All-Star Weekend
Our experts break down their takeaways from 2026 NBA All-Star Weekend.
Lillard, Curry message about adding Klay and Booker to 2027 3-point contest
The Portland Trail Blazers guard messaged Stephen Curry about inviting Klay Thompson, Devin Booker and "4 more real shooters" to the event.
Which L.A. NBA stars would've made an All-Star roster in high school?
From LaMelo Ball to James Harden, these Los Angeles NBA stars' high school résumés would land them on an All-Star roster.
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.
Which teams nailed the portal? The best additions for each top 25 team
A look at the incoming transfers who will have the biggest impact on the best teams in 2026.
Indiana DC Haines wins Broyles as top assistant
Indiana defensive coordinator Bryant Haines has been honored with the Broyles Award, given to the nation's top assistant coach.
SMU DC Symons leaving to coach Cowboys' ILBs
SMU defensive coordinator Scott Symons is leaving the school for a position with the Dallas Cowboys, he announced on Friday.
Ole Miss QB Chambliss eligible for '26, judge rules
Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss was granted an extra year of eligibility by a state court judge, who issued an injunction that paves the way for Chambliss to be eligible in 2026.
No ruling on Vols QB Aguilar after Friday hearing
A Tennessee judge said he would decide on the eligibility of Vols quarterback Joey Aguilar soon after a court appearance on Friday.
🏆 2026 Heisman winner: Way-too-early look
We size up next season's most likely contenders for college football's highest individual honor.
NCAA denies Stalions' show-cause penalty appeal
An NCAA committee has denied the appeal from former Michigan football staff member Connor Stalions of the eight-year show-cause penalty he received for his involvement in the Wolverines'…
WR Kingston no longer at BYU after rape charge
Brigham Young says standout wide receiver Parker Kingston is no longer a student there after he was arrested this week on a first-degree felony rape charge.
Big Ten details 24-team CFP plan, no title games
The Big Ten is circulating an internal document that lays out what a 24-team CFP would look like, including the elimination of conference championship games, a 23+1 selection model and an additional…
Sources: MAC to add Sac State for football in '26
The MAC presidents have voted to add FCS Sacramento State into the league as a football-only member starting in 2026, sources told ESPN.
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.
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? There are currently 11 in the 2026 class. Here's the updated list.
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.
Preller agrees to multiyear extension with Padres
The Padres announced Monday that they have agreed to a multiyear extension with longtime president of baseball operations A.J. Preller, who was heading into the final year of his contract.
↔️ Free agency tracker: Offseason trades, moves
We've got you covered on all the major MLB hot stove signings and trades.
Cohen: Will never be a captain while I own Mets
Steve Cohen said he will never name a captain as long as he owns the Mets, ceasing speculation that the team would one day bestow the title upon Francisco Lindor.
Judge: Frustrated by slow start to Yanks' winter
Aaron Judge said the start of the Yankees' offseason was "frustrating" but believes the team is in a better spot now.
Dodgers confirm Edman won't be ready for opener
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts confirmed that utility man Tommy Edman won't be ready for opening day following offseason surgery on his right ankle.
Twins' Lopez ends session early due to sore elbow
Pablo Lopez threw two-plus innings before shutting things down and now will undergo imaging on his elbow, Twins manager Derek Shelton said.
Vlad Jr. 'turned the page' after World Series loss
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. was the last person to leave the Toronto dugout after the Game 7 loss to the Dodgers in the World Series last fall because the star slugger wanted that to be the moment when he…
Trout plans on returning to center field for Angels
Mike Trout plans on returning to play center field for the Angels this season, saying it wouldn't be as physically demanding as the corner outfield spots.
Sources: MLBPA's Clark quits as CBA talks loom
MLBPA executive director Tony Clark resigned Tuesday, leaving the union without its longtime leader less than a year before the expiration of MLB's collective bargaining agreement, sources told ESPN.
Skubal or Skenes? What about Yamamoto? Olney ranks top 10 starting pitchers
We break down the best players at every spot on the diamond entering 2026.
Buster Olney ranks MLB's top 10 relievers -- and there's no doubt about who's No. 1
The dominance of San Diego's Mason Miller is undeniable, but who else makes the grade?
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.
Fantasy baseball 2026 lapsed fan guide: Dodgers rule, offseason moves, trades, more
Everything you need to know about the 2026 season for the fan who has been away and is looking to dive back in.
Passan: Kyle Tucker's Dodgers contract might have been the final blow for labor peace
MLB fans are angry -- and players and owners are, too. What did this offseason mean for baseball's coming labor strife?
How the last WBC helped Team USA assemble its best pitching staff ever
Three years after an epic end to the World Baseball Classic, American stars are pitching in like never before.
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 playoff forecast.
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