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.
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…
🏒 Power Rankings: Olympic break assessments
A special set of Power Rankings as players get ready to head to the Milan Cortina Olympics.
Sharks' Skinner clears waivers after forward cut
Veteran forward Jeff Skinner cleared waivers Tuesday after the San Jose Sharks waived him the day before.
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.
'Just relief': U.S. survives OT thriller to reach semis
The U.S. men are moving on to the semifinals at the Olympics thanks to Quinn Hughes, after needing extra hockey to get through the quarterfinals Wednesday against Sweden.
Crosby misses Canada's semi win over Finland
Canada team captain Sidney Crosby missed Friday's Olympic men's ice hockey semifinal win over Finland after suffering a lower-body injury in the quarterfinal round.
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.
K.C. reworks Mahomes deal for massive cap room
The Chiefs restructured Patrick Mahomes' contract this week, creating much-needed salary cap space ahead of the 2026 season, according to ESPN and multiple reports.
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 seasons.
Seahawks OC: We'll be 'fast, violent, aggressive'
Seahawks coach Mike Macdonald landed on Brian Fleury as his new offensive coordinator because "his vision ... was aligned with how we want it to."
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.
🔮 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.
Allen estate begins process of selling Seahawks
According to the wishes of late team owner Paul Allen, the estate announced Wednesday it has begun the process of selling the Seahawks.
Inside Jahmyr Gibbs' historic start, future with the Lions
Gibbs has found his way into the end zone like few other players in NFL history. Is a record contract extension up next in the offseason?
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.
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.
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?
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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
🏀 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.
Lakers expect healthy Doncic, Reaves vs. Clippers
The Lakers appear to be fully healthy for the first time in recent memory with Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves and Deandre Ayton all expected to play Friday against the Clippers.
Booker leaves Suns' loss to Spurs with sore hip
Suns guard Devin Booker was ruled out in the first half against the Spurs because of right hip soreness.
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.
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.
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.
'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.
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.
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.
Source: Ducks' World (torn ACL) to miss combine
Oregon LT Isaiah World suffered a torn ACL in his left knee during the CFP semifinal loss to Indiana and will not attend the NFL draft combine, a source told ESPN.
QB Rashada's suit vs. Napier, UF booster settled
A settlement was reached in the lawsuit filed by journeyman quarterback Jaden Rashada against former Florida football coach Billy Napier and a school booster over a failed NIL deal.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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…
↔️ 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.
Orioles' Westburg (elbow) out until at least May
Orioles third baseman Jordan Westburg has a partial ligament tear in his right elbow and will be sidelined at least through April, general manager Mike Elias said.
Kwan gets look in CF as Guardians shuffle outfield
Steven Kwan will get a look in centerfield during spring training as Cleveland Guardians manager Stephen Vogt assesses the best possible outfield combination.
Amazin'! Mets to hold Bobby V disguise giveaway
Among several promotions the New York Mets announced Thursday is a Bobby Valentine Disguise Night on May 29.
Royals reach minor league deal with catcher Díaz
The Royals agreed to a minor league deal with catcher Elias Díaz on Friday and said the 11-year veteran will join the big league camp next week.
A's: Foundation work for Vegas stadium complete
Athletics vice chairman Sandy Dean said he was pleased to report "tangible progress" after the team said foundation work on its new Las Vegas stadium was complete.
Mets' Lindor respects Cohen's anti-captain stance
Francisco Lindor, the longest-tenured Mets player, says he appreciates Steve Cohen's declaration this that there will never be a team captain under his ownership.
Brewers reward manager Murphy with new deal
The Brewers have given a new contract to two-time NL Manager of the Year Pat Murphy that makes him one of the highest-paid managers in MLB, sources told ESPN
↔️ Free agency tracker: Offseason trades, moves
We've got you covered on all the major MLB hot stove signings and trades.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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