Is the Carlsson blunder a fireable offense? Did th...
The hockey world is dishing out hot takes aplenty this month. We sort out which ones have merit.
No. 1 overall pick McKenna signs deal with Leafs
The Maple Leafs have inked Gavin McKenna, the No. 1 pick in the 2026 NHL draft, to a three-year, entry-level contract.
Ducks dodge another offer sheet, re-sign Mintyukov...
Restricted free agent defenseman Pavel Mintyukov, who has 17 goals and 52 assists over 204 games in his first three seasons, signed a five-year contract extension Sunday worth $36 million with the…
Stars' top scorer Robertson files for arbitration
Stars winger Jason Robertson, Dallas' leading scorer who declined a long-term contract with the Seattle Kraken in a potential sign-and-trade deal, filed for salary arbitration Sunday.
Flames sign Nemec to 5-year, $36.25M deal
The Calgary Flames signed defenseman Simon Nemec to a five-year contract worth $36.25 million on Monday.
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.
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…
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.
🏒 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.
Preds give new forward Bourque 6-year, $33M deal
The Nashville Predators signed center Mavrik Bourque, 24, to a six-year, $33 million contract Saturday, three days after acquiring the restricted free agent from the Dallas Stars following a season in…
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.
NHL free agency 2026: Which players improved their...
What are the fantasy hockey implications of every big move in the NHL this offseason? Find out here.
Let's stack best cornerbacks: This year's top 10, ...
Decision-makers around the NFL ranked the top 10 cornerbacks. Who is the NFL's best?
Ranking the NFL's top edge rushers: Execs, coaches...
Who are the best edge rushers in the NFL right now? Evaluators around the league ranked the top 10 in our annual position-by-position series.
Which NFL players could break out in 2026? Solak p...
Big year for Luther Burden III? Step forward for Calen Bullock? Opportunity for Nic Scourton to step up? And Ashton Jeanty delivering on expectations in Year 2?
Which NFL teams have the best -- and worst -- rost...
Here's how every NFL roster stacks up ahead of the season, plus strengths, weaknesses, and X factors.
Ty Simpson soaking in everything Rams QB room has ...
The backup quarterback competition will be one of the more interesting position battles during training camp.
Former Titans scout Taylor found guilty of murder
Blaise Taylor, a former defensive back at Arkansas State and NFL scout for the Titans, was found guilty of murdering his girlfriend and her unborn child Wednesday in a Nashville courtroom.
Calais Cambell's mother dead, brother charged
The brother of Ravens defensive lineman Calais Campbell has been charged with murder after police found their 71-year-old mother dead at a home in Atlanta during a welfare check.
Chiefs' Kelce, Swift marry in ceremony at MSG
The pop superstar and Kansas City Chiefs tight end said "I do" in front of a celebrity-filled guest list at Madison Square Garden on Friday.
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.
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.
Late Cowboys' player Kneeland diagnosed with CTE
Former Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland has been posthumously diagnosed with CTE.
👀 Payton called fourth-down fake punt vs. Bills
As the Denver Broncos made their run to the AFC Championship earlier this year, ESPN's Seth Wickersham spent all two weeks of the playoffs with coach Sean Payton.
Amid case, Arnold clears waivers, now a free agent...
Former Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold, 23, facing legal issues in Florida after he was arrested on felony charges of armed robbery and kidnapping in Tampa, cleared waivers Monday afternoon and has…
Chris Johnson aims to revive Ice Bucket Challenge
Former NFL running back Chris Johnson is calling for the revival of the Ice Bucket Challenge to raise awareness of ALS as he fights the progressive nervous system disease.
Adam Sandler's plans after Kelce-Swift wedding? Pi...
The comedian officiated Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding on Friday at Madison Square Garden.
'Hard launch': Lions WR Amon-Ra St. Brown announce...
St. Brown proposed aboard a flower-lined yacht, with the couple sharing the news on social media.
Mike Evans and 11 others who will bounce back this...
Eric Karabell highlights players who disappointed in 2025, but are poised for a better 2026.
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.
Before Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, football met Hollywood in RussField
Decades before Taylor Swift met Travis Kelce, RussField was the first power couple.
Lowry retires as Raptor after 20 NBA seasons
Six-time All-Star Kyle Lowry has retired after signing a one-day contract with the Toronto Raptors, where he spent nine of his 20 NBA seasons and won an NBA championship
Cavs' Mitchell agrees to $273M max extension
Donovan Mitchell has agreed to a four-year, $273 million maximum extension with the Cavs, including a player option for the 2030-31 season, per his agent.
Sources: Lakers still pursuing free agent Kuminga
While the Los Angeles Lakers continue to actively pursue Jonathan Kuminga, they've also agreed to a one-year deal with veteran center Kevon Looney.
Sources: Grizz land Post after Dubs don't match
The Warriors will not match the three-year, $30 million offer sheet for reserve center Quinten Post, allowing the restricted free agent to join the Grizzlies.
Sources: Finals MVP Brunson having wrist surgery
Knicks guard Jalen Brunson had surgery on his left wrist, and the Finals MVP is expected to return to basketball activities later this summer, sources told ESPN.
Tatum: 'Tough' to see Brown go but proud of era
Jayson Tatum reflected on the "abrupt ending" of his longtime partnership with Jaylen Brown while appreciating what the pair accomplished together.
Ex-ESPN writer Bontemps joins Hawks front office
Former ESPN senior NBA writer Tim Bontemps has been hired for a front office role with the Atlanta Hawks.
Wiz reunite with Mavs' Middleton in sign-and-trade...
The Washington Wizards are bringing back veteran Khris Middleton on a three-year, $17.6 million contract via a sign-and-trade deal, his agent told ESPN's Shams Charania.
🏀 Free agent grades: Cavs' max deal for Mitchell
Evaluating free agent signings and extensions, including Cleveland signing Mitchell to a nearly $275M deal.
Judging the five biggest overreactions to NBA free...
Trade season has been hot. The takes? Even hotter! We judge the five biggest overreactions to the first week.
In the East, standing still may no longer be an op...
Amid summer blockbusters, an examination of the revamped and reshuffled conference hierarchy.
The 30 players you need to watch at Vegas summer l...
These are the rookies and veteran players to keep an eye on as the NBA descends on Las Vegas for summer league.
Offseason buzz: Latest signings, trades, extension...
We're tracking deals, trades and buzz, including Donovan Mitchell agreeing to an extension with the Cavs.
What we're hearing after the first week of NBA fre...
The latest updates on the biggest free agents, and what's next for Lakers, Bucks and others after major moves.
NBA execs react to the shocking Jaylen Brown trade...
How execs view the 76ers' deal for Jaylen Brown, and why the star's value was lower than most thought.
Why LeBron broke up with the Lakers first -- and t...
It was a marriage of convenience -- the NBA's most famous team mired in dysfunction, matched with the world's best and most famous player. Their divorce is just as convenient.
🏈 Future Power Rankings: All 68 Power 4 teams
Coaches, current roster, recruits: Who has the best overall team over the next two seasons?
Ex-Bucknell coach charged in player hazing death
Former Bucknell strength and conditioning coach Mark Kulbis has been charged with felony aggravated hazing in the 2024 death of freshman football player Calvin "CJ" Dickey Jr., who collapsed at a team…
Ex-Penn State pledge Khalil Taylor picks Nebraska
Four-star wide receiver Khalil Taylor commits to Nebraska.
Eichorst hopes to bring Texas 'swag' to Wisconsin
New Wisconsin athletic director Shawn Eichorst, who spent the last eight years at Texas, hopes to bring new energy to Madison.
ACC officiating supervisor Riveron steps down
ACC supervisor of officials Al Riveron announced Wednesday he is stepping down after four years in the role.
Deion 'can't wait' for CU opener after 3-9 season
Moving past Colorado's dismal 3-9 season, coach Deion Sanders declared confidence Tuesday at Big 12 media days that the page has been turned to 2026 in Boulder and better days are ahead.
TTU's Hammond to be Week 1 starter if cleared
Texas Tech is increasingly optimistic that quarterback Will Hammond, who is recovering from a torn ACL suffered last October, could be healthy enough to start the Red Raiders' season opener.
Inside Brendan Sorsby's eligibility saga and the s...
The fighting behind the scenes between the Big 12 and Texas Tech, and the NFL's ultimate decision of denial.
Bill Connelly's conference previews: Breaking down...
From the SEC and Big Ten to the Sun Belt and MAC, we have projections, predictions and players to watch.
Texas Tech's QB questions and what happens in the ...
Even with the change at QB, the Red Raiders are the team to beat, but contenders are out there.
100 numbers, 100 debates: The best at every number in CFB history
ESPN's college football staff spent the past few months determining the best player ever for every jersey number.
Closer stock watch: Trade Aroldis Chapman before t...
Everything fantasy baseball managers need to know about which closers should be added, dropped, and more.
Dump Dansby? Get some Guardians? Second-half moves...
Let's take a closer look at the second-half schedule to see if some teams have players to grab -- or to be avoided.
3B coach Cora leaves Tigers during third season
Detroit Tigers third base coach Joey Cora, the older brother of former Boston Red Sox manager Alex Cora, has left the club in the middle of his third season on the job because of what manager A.J…
Ohtani shrugs off arm issue, to make Friday start
Shohei Ohtani reached the 300-homer milestone Tuesday night against the Rockies and is in line to make his last pitching start before the All-Star break on Friday.
WPBL unveils nicknames, logos for 1st season
The Women's Professional Baseball League on Wednesday unveiled the nicknames and logos of its four teams ahead of its inaugural season, with each team name inspired by pioneering women.
Royals' Tolbert (12 ABs, 12 hits) ties MLB record
Tyler Tolbert of the Royals tied a major league record with hits in 12 consecutive plate appearances, reaching the mark with an infield single in a 16-12 win over the Mets on Tuesday night.
'Pisses me off': Wheeler wins after All-Star snub
On a day when Major League Baseball unveiled a list of All-Star replacements that did not include Zack Wheeler, the annoyed 36-year-old righty tied a career high with 14 strikeouts, as the…
O'Hearn drives in 10, breaking Pirates' record
Pittsburgh Pirates first baseman Ryan O'Hearn, in his first season with the franchise, made history Tuesday night, setting a club record by driving in 10 runs on three home runs in a convincing 12-4…
Yankees make history, strike out 17 times again
In a 6-4 loss to the Rays on Tuesday night, the Yankees whiffed 17 times to become the first team in American League history to hit that mark in consecutive nine-inning games.
⚾ Breaking down the MLB Home Run Derby field
The sluggers who will be swinging for the fences in Philly are being named. Here's how they match up.
Goodman scratched before Rockies take on Dodgers
Colorado Rockies All-Star Hunter Goodman, originally slotted to be the designated hitter, was scratched on Tuesday night, and missed his club's 4-3 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers, a day after he…
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.
Nine first-half D's and F's?! Midseason grades for...
From contenders acing 2026 to first-half failures, we take a look at every club's performance so far.
'I normally don't hit .220 for 80 games': Can Kyle...
The Dodgers' right fielder is making $60 million this year -- but he hasn't played like it. At least not yet.
Draft guide: One big question and latest intel for...
Who will the White Sox take No. 1? Who is atop your team's board? Kiley McDaniel lays it all out.
Final 2026 MLB draft rankings: Top 250 prospects
The MLB draft is Saturday! Here's how this year's best players stack up.
Updated ranking of MLB's top 100 trade deadline ca...
Skubal to the ...? A new star closer available? Here are the big names your team could be targeting, with a few new additions near the top.
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