Power Rankings: Updated 1-32 poll, each team's key free agent
Here's how the teams stack up with less than a week to go, plus a look ahead to the offseason signing period.
NHL playoff watch: What to watch in each of Tuesday's games
There isn't much season left to determine playoff seeding and draft lottery order. Here's a rundown of what's on tap.
🏆 Final 2026 NHL Awards Watch: Who's leading?
Our panel of PHWA voters identify their finalists for all the awards, with some tight finishes in a few spots.
Blackhawks' Nazar wears cage after losing 2 teeth
After Frank Nazar lost two top front teeth when he was hit by a puck in the second period of the Chicago Blackhawks' loss to the St. Louis Blues on Saturday, the forward skated in Monday's 5-1 loss to…
Ovi lauds Penguins but waves off farewell shakes
After Washington's 3-0 loss to Pittsburgh on Sunday, Capitals star Alex Ovechkin, considering retirement after the season, waved off potential farewell handshakes with Sidney Crosby and the rest of…
Ducks in, Sharks out as West's bracket shapes up
With the Sharks defeating the Nashville Predators 3-2 on Monday, the idle Anaheim Ducks, who are just 3-5-2 in the past 10 games, clinched a Western Conference playoff berth for the first time since…
Flyers get 1st berth since '20; Canes tops in East
In front of a frenzied home crowd Monday night, first-year coach Rick Tocchet and the Philadelphia Flyers posted a 3-2 shootout win over the Eastern Conference top seed Carolina Hurricanes, securing a…
Quick, 40, 3-time Cup champion, plays last game
In his final game after nearly two decades in the NHL, goaltender Jonathan Quick, 40, who won the Stanley Cup three times in a decorated career, made 14 saves in the New York Rangers' 3-2 loss to the…
Sabres take division after ending playoff drought
After ending their long playoff drought, the Sabres topped it by winning the Atlantic Division on Monday, their first division title since 2009-10.
Keys to the offseason: Free agency and draft plans for every eliminated NHL team
We explore the next moves each team should make this summer and forecast expectations for 2026-27.
Amid his 20th 30-goal campaign, Alex Ovechkin's future is unclear
The Great 8's contract is up after this season, but he sure isn't playing as someone on the edge of retirement.
The case for the Ted Lindsay Award as the NHL's MVP trophy of record
The Lindsay and Hart winner can be considered the league's best player. But the latter has a lot more prestige.
Awards: Most valuable picks, players and standouts from the 2026 season
Look back at the breakout players, best draft picks and smartest pickups of the 2026 fantasy hockey season.
From Culver's, with love: Meet Gennings Dunker, the NFL draft's viral star
He was "one of five" on Iowa's offensive line. That was before the mullet and personality took over the NFL combine.
⬆ Players who have boosted their draft stock
Dillon Thieneman and Monroe Freeling have drastically boosted their stock since the start of last season. Who else has climbed the board?
Sources: Colts seeking to trade away CB Moore
The Colts and Kenny Moore II have agreed to seek a trade to find the veteran cornerback a new team, sources told ESPN.
Sources: NYT investigating reporter's Vrabel ties
The Athletic is reinvestigating the coverage of NFL reporter Dianna Russini and the nature of her relationship with Patriots coach Mike Vrabel amid questions raised about the two this week, sources…
Eagles get Packers WR Wicks for picks in trade
The Eagles have acquired wide receiver Dontayvion Wicks from the Packers for two draft picks.
Former NFL WR Ginn charged with DWI in Texas
Former NFL wide receiver and current Aviators coach Ted Ginn Jr. was charged with driving while intoxicated in Tarrant County, Texas, on Saturday.
Cowboys safety Bell arrested, faces drug charges
Cowboys safety Markquese Bell has been arrested and charged with possession of a controlled substance and marijuana, according to Collin County jail records.
Panel rules NFL teams didn't collude on QB deals
An appeals panel upheld a decision that there wasn't sufficient evidence of collusion by teams when negotiating the contracts of Kyler Murray, Lamar Jackson and Russell Wilson in 2022, according to a…
Report: Ex-Canes DE Bain drove in fatal car crash
Former Miami defensive end and 2026 NFL draft prospect Rueben Bain Jr. was involved in an auto accident in 2024 in which a passenger later died because of injuries sustained in the crash, according to…
Ex-Cardinals coach, Titans assistant McGinnis dies
Former Tennessee assistant Dave McGinnis, who also served as head coach for the Arizona Cardinals in a decorated career on the NFL sidelines, died at 74 on Monday with his family by his side at…
Reid's final draft rankings: Stacking the top 500 players in the 2026 class
Jordan Reid ranked every draftable player in the '26 class and graded them by round. Here's his final list.
Barnwell: Why four NFL teams should trade up in Round 1 -- and six should trade down (or into next year)
Would it make sense for the Eagles, Bears and Chiefs to trade up in Round 1? Should the Cowboys and Lions try to move down the board? Here's our advice for 10 teams.
Why Lions GM Brad Holmes is willing to move up or down in the first round of the draft
Holmes has shown a willingness to make bold moves during the draft, and they have often paid off.
49ers' WR makeover: Why they're looking at adding another pass catcher in NFL draft
San Francisco added two veteran receivers in free agency and now want to add youth at the NFL draft.
How AI is pushing NFL draft prep to 'a different level'
When a prospect skips NFL combine workouts, teams can use artificial intelligence to project his measurables.
Why the UFL plans to expand in 2028 and believes Oklahoma City is a great fit
UFL co-owner Mike Repole promised expansion; the other city to join with OKC is still to be determined.
'This is everything to me': Gabe Taylor set for debut in D.C., where brother Sean starred
Gabe Taylor, who will don No. 21, understands the legacy brother Sean built in Washington in a short time.
Which of the NFL draft's quarterbacks will be elite? Average? Busts?
Aaron Schatz uses his QBASE 2.0 model to project NFL career ceilings and floors for the 2026 draft class.
How Keyshawn Johnson made draft history 30 years ago with the Jets
The 1996 draft didn't produce a first-round QB, but the Jets found a playmaker with star power in Johnson.
What the DOJ's NFL investigation could mean for networks, fans
What could the federal government's investigation of the NFL mean for fans and television networks?
2026 fantasy football rankings: Profiles for more than 30 tight ends
Mike Clay provides breakdowns of the top tight ends in fantasy football for the 2026 season.
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.
Experts' picks for Hornets-Heat, Blazers-Suns and first-round matchups
Our NBA experts pick which teams make it out of the play-in tournament and who wins first-round matchups.
Predicting the entire NBA postseason -- with a surprise champion
ESPN's Zach Kram decides each NBA series in the playoffs through the Finals. Who will square off in June?
Offseason 2026: Draft, free agency, trade targets for every team
Summer is here for the franchises that missed the postseason. What lies ahead for each eliminated team?
🏀 NBA's most valuable players in 15 categories
From best fadeaway to the MVP, Dean Oliver uses ESPN Analytics' Net Points metric to wrap up the season by handing out awards.
Pels star Williamson promises 'different summer'
Despite enjoying one of his healthiest seasons in the NBA, Zion Williamson is aiming for a "different summer" this offseason to help propel him and the Pelicans to the next level.
Davis looking to help Wiz 'compete' next season
Anthony Davis isn't sure of his long-term future with the Wizards, but he's committed to helping the franchise win for at least one more season.
Haliburton details frustrating battle with shingles
Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton opened up about his battle with shingles, saying it slowed the recovery of his torn Achilles.
Mavericks dismiss director of health, sources say
The Dallas Mavericks dismissed director of health and performance Johann Bilsborough on Monday, marking the fourth consecutive year the franchise has made major changes in that department.
Doncic to return from Spain on Friday; status TBD
Luka Doncic is returning to L.A. on Friday from Spain, where he received multiple injections for his Grade 2 left hamstring strain.
Bronny's Nike 'B9' logo trademark filing denied
Nike's trademark filing for Lakers guard Bronny James' "B9" logo has been refused because of a "likelihood of confusion" with an already-registered mark.
Curry on minutes restriction in must-win play-in
Stephen Curry is one of three Golden State Warriors who will be on a minutes restriction in the team's play-in game against the Clippers in Los Angeles on Wednesday.
Sago third woman picked to ref in NBA playoffs
NBA referee Natalie Sago thought a bad call was about to take place. A bad phone call, that is.
'He turned into the Black Mamba': Inside Kobe Bryant's 60-point farewell
From teammates and opponents to coaches, officials and staff, those who were there remember how Bryant's last game became something no one expected -- and no one will forget.
The Buzz is back? Inside the Hornets' turn from league punch line to playoff hopeful
The Hornets are two wins away from snapping the NBA's longest current playoff drought. Can Charlotte end the futility by advancing out of the play-in against the Heat?
NBA Futures: Thunder, Celtics favored to make Finals
The Thunder are the favorites to win the NBA championship, and the Celtics are favored to represent the Eastern Conference.
NBA postseason intel: Six big questions we're watching right now
Are the Lakers toast? Is the Spurs' 3-point prowess real? We canvass the league on six storylines that could define the postseason.
'Drake's seats froze': Raptors lean into 'Iceman' buzz with icy setup
The seats underwent a pregame makeover presumably for the rollout of the Canadian rapper's upcoming album, "Iceman."
What's next for Milwaukee and every open job?
Milwaukee and New Orleans are looking for long-term coaching fits. Here's what lies ahead for each franchise.
The NBA’s latest off‑court obsession? A 64‑square board game
NBA players are spending more time than ever working on the boards -- but we're not talking rebounds.
College football Way-Too-Early Top 25: Spring update
With rosters settled and practices underway, we rank the top contenders for the 2026 college football season.
From Culver's, with love: Meet Gennings Dunker, the NFL draft's viral star
He was "one of five" on Iowa's offensive line. That was before the mullet and personality took over the NFL combine.
Reid's final NFL draft rankings: Stacking the top 500 players in the 2026 class
Jordan Reid ranked every draftable player in the 2026 class and graded them by round. Here's his final list, plus scouting reports on the top names.
🏈 Connelly's favorite transfer classes for 2026
Looking beyond the numbers, here are the teams that took the boldest steps in their portal approaches.
Deion's health 'good' as Buffs play spring game
After a season that saw Colorado go 3-9, Buffaloes coach Deion Sanders, 58, was hands-on as he watched his team scrimmage on Saturday at the spring game, telling reporters that "I'm good, I'm good,"…
Wisconsin AD McIntosh leaving for Big Ten role
Wisconsin athletics director Chris McIntosh is leaving the school to become the Big Ten's deputy commissioner for strategy.
Report: Ex-Canes DE Bain drove in fatal car crash
Former Miami defensive end and 2026 NFL draft prospect Rueben Bain Jr. was involved in an auto accident in 2024 in which a passenger later died because of injuries sustained in the crash, according to…
Alabama says WR Rogers to miss start of season
Alabama wide receiver Noah Rogers will miss the early part of the regular season because of an injury sustained in the team's annual spring game.
Five-star DE Sweeney commits to Texas Tech
Texas Tech picked up its latest five-star commitment with a pledge from defensive end Anthony Sweeney, ESPN's No. 18 overall prospect in the 2027 class.
Sources: '27 QB Lopati decommits from Illinois
Four-star passer Kamden Lopati, ESPN's No. 2 quarterback in the 2027 cycle, has decommitted from Illinois, sources told ESPN.
Russell delivers 'video game' vibe to Tide offense
Alabama QB Keelon Russell, a five-star recruit in 2025 who redshirted last season, gave a "video game" feel to the Crimson Tide's offense in the spring game.
Gators' Sumrall promises to 'wake this beast up'
New Florida coach Jon Sumrall challenged his team, especially the offensive line, to hit the weight room and get stronger, saying "it's time to wake this thing up."
Closer stock watch: Riley O'Brien thriving in St. Louis
Everything fantasy baseball managers need to know about which closers should be added, dropped and more.
Fantasy baseball news: Merrill Kelly ready to return to rotation for Diamondbacks
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.
Yankees' Cole, Rodón near rehab assignments
The Yankees are on track to receive two substantial pitching boosts in the near future, and shortstop Anthony Volpe is cleared to begin a rehab assignment.
Skenes happy Pirates bats making it easy for him
Paul Skenes spent last season pitching on a razor's edge, aware that one mistake could tilt the balance of a game, no matter how masterful the Pirates ace might be. But not anymore.
Red Sox ace Crochet hammered for 11 runs, 9 hits
Red Sox ace Garrett Crochet was battered by the Twins for 11 runs -- 10 earned -- in 1⅔ innings Monday night.
⚾ Best and worst free agent signings in history
The first free agent contract ever was signed 50 years ago today. We rate the 8,340 deals of the past half-century.
With Springer out, Jays get Sosa from White Sox
The Blue Jays have acquired Lenyn Sosa from the White Sox after Toronto's George Springer went down this weekend with a toe injury.
Walker joins Cards legends after belting 8th HR
St. Louis outfielder Jordan Walker hit his MLB-leading eighth homer, becoming the fifth player in Cardinals history to hit that many homers in the first 16 games of a season.
Mets lose 6th in row: 'Got to just ride this storm'
New York manager Carlos Mendoza said the Mets must "find a way to get through" the early adversity.
Judge, Trout each homer twice, but Yanks prevail
On a night when Los Angeles star Mike Trout hit two home runs against New York, Yankees star Aaron Judge also homered twice in what turned into a heavyweight slugfest, one that the host team won 11-10…
O's manager Albernaz OK after line drive to face
Craig Albernaz wasn't seriously hurt by the liner from Orioles second baseman Jeremiah Jackson that struck him in the left cheek during Monday's win over the Diamondbacks.
Paul Skenes and Tarik Skubal on the art of pitching: 'My theory is that you can do whatever you want with a baseball'
From the rise of velocity to the future of AI, the two best pitchers on the planet share the finer points of the craft.
What makes a good pinch hitter in 2026? One manager might have revealed the secret
Looking for the key to production off the bench? Here's the long and short of it.
Introducing ESPN's MLB Bat Flip Championship Belt! And the first winner is...
We're going to name a bat flip champion for 2026. Here's who holds the championship belt.
From Ivy League catcher to Yankees' cleanup hitter: The under-the-radar rise of Ben Rice
Surrounded by All-Stars, a 27-year-old in just his second full season is making his mark in the Bronx.
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