NHL playoff watch: How will the Metro Division play out?
The top four teams are in action Sunday. Plus, updated playoff projections, draft lottery standings after a big Saturday.
Power Rankings: New 1-32 poll, points pace vs. preseason projections
How has each team done this season compared to its preseason over/under?
📝 Report cards for biggest deals of 2025-26
Hockey trade season is heating up! Find grades for each GM involved in all the big swaps here.
HOF won't give puck to Hughes: Not his to own
The Hockey Hall of Fame said it will not give Jack Hughes the puck from his gold-medal-winning goal at the Milan Cortina Olympics.
Islanders moving AHL affiliate to Hamilton, Ontario
The New York Islanders plan on moving their American Hockey League affiliate from Bridgeport, Connecticut, to Hamilton, Ontario, for next season.
Leafs' Matthews (MCL surgery) down 12 weeks
Maple Leafs captain Auston Matthews underwent successful MCL surgery Thursday, with an expected recovery time of 12 weeks, the team announced.
Injuries sideline Blackhawks' Crevier, Mangiapane
Blackhawks defenseman Louis Crevier and forward Andrew Mangiapane were scratched for Friday night's game against Colorado because of unspecified injuries.
Leafs G Stolarz out after taking puck to throat
Toronto Maple Leafs goaltender Anthony Stolarz missed his expected start in Saturday's loss after taking a puck to the throat during warmups.
Avalanche first NHL team to clinch playoff berth
The Avalanche became the first NHL team to clinch a playoff spot following their 4-1 win over the Blackhawks.
Stanley Cup odds: Red Wings see playoff odds rise as they battle for wild card
The Avalanche are Stanley Cup and Presidents' Trophy favorites, while the Red Wings are gaining public attention in the East.
Rest-of-season rankings: Pickups, rankings shuffle after Draisaitl, Matthews injuries
Rest-of-season rankings to help guide your trade offers and lineup moves heading into the fantasy hockey playoffs..
🏈 Kiper's new mock draft: All 32 Round 1 picks
Team needs have shifted in free agency, so how will top prospects come off the board in Round 1? Mel Kiper Jr. projects the NFL draft's first 32 picks.
Draft daze: Pittsburgh schools go remote for NFL
Pittsburgh Public Schools will operate remotely April 22-24 as the city prepares for and hosts the NFL draft.
Vikings add OT depth, sign Van Demark to deal
The Vikings added offensive tackle depth Friday, signing Ryan Van Demark to a one-year deal.
Falcons acquire safety Brown in trade with Eagles
The Falcons acquired safety Sydney Brown in a trade with the Eagles in a deal that also included a swap of fourth- and sixth-round draft picks.
Sources: NFL to vote on Raiders succession plan
NFL owners are scheduled to vote on a Raiders succession plan that gives Silver Lake co-chief executive officer Egon Durban the option to purchase a majority stake in the team from longtime owner Mark…
Seahawks tab 5th-year options on JSN, top CB
The Seahawks have exercised the fifth-year options for wide receiver Jaxon Smith-Njigba and cornerback Devon Witherspoon.
Sources: 49ers pass on Williams option, eye deal
The 49ers aren't exercising the option bonus for Trent Williams but still hope to work out a deal, sources told ESPN.
Brady shines, Team USA dominates flag football
Tom Brady started out like the GOAT of flag football before Team USA dominated the Fanatics Flag Football Classic on Saturday.
Skattebo sorry for 'tasteless joke' on CTE, asthma
Giants running back Cam Skattebo apologized Saturday for the comments he made on CTE and asthma on a recent podcast appearance.
Jets paying combined $48M for Rodgers, Fields to not be their QB in 2026
New York is using about 16% in cap space after moving on from Aaron Rodgers and Justin Fields.
Tracking NFL free agency: Signings, trades and cuts from March
Catch up on every NFL free agency signing, trade, cut, contract restructure and more over the course of three weeks.
Takeaways from opening week of free agency: Biggest signings, losses for all 32 teams
Let's break down the main free agency signings, latest buzz on moves and biggest remaining questions.
20 contenders, 20 lingering weaknesses: Barnwell fixes roster holes
Will Aaron Rodgers check the QB box for the Steelers? Can the Seahawks find running back help?
Ranking the best deals of the offseason: 16 signings and trades that received an 'A' grade
We've graded more than 60 signings and trades over the past few weeks. But only 16 moves received top marks. We ranked those deals.
After letting the Super Bowl MVP walk, what's the Seahawks' plan at running back?
Kenneth Walker's departure leaves a hole in a backfield already weakened by Zach Charbonnet's injury.
Yates' rankings for the NFL draft: Sizing up the top 50 prospects, plus scouting reports
Who are the best players in this year's NFL draft class? Where do they stand out? Field Yates stacks his top 50 prospects.
Barnwell: The Broncos are all-in, and the Dolphins are all-out ...
Are the Broncos legit Super Bowl contenders? Are the Dolphins rebuilding in a smart way?
How to watch every 2026 UFL game: Dates, networks, complete team-by-team schedules
Here's a team-by-team list of schedules for every UFL team prior to the season kickoff on March 27.
New teams, logos, coaches, stadiums and key players for every team
Here are the teams, coaches and key players who will take the field this month as the UFL begins Season 3.
Will Kyler Murray be a top-10 fantasy option? What does the move to Minnesota mean?
Murray gets a fresh opportunity in Minnesota. What will it mean for the QB and Justin Jefferson, his new top target?
Fantasy guide to NFL offseason signings: Broncos acquire Waddle from Dolphins
Your one-stop shop for fantasy football reaction to all the key player movement via free agency and trades.
NFL win totals: Murray gets Vikings to double digits, Broncos regress
Which NFL teams will go over or under their season win totals? Our analysts took an early look after some offseason movement to find their best bets.
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.
🏀 Everything we know about NBA expansion
The NBA seems closer than ever to adding two franchises. Here's what we know, including how an expansion draft could work.
Wizards' Young out with no timetable for return
Wizards PG Trae Young is dealing with a pair of injuries and is out indefinitely, the team announced before Saturday's game against the Thunder.
OKC won't make White House visit, cites 'timing'
The reigning NBA champion Oklahoma City Thunder will not visit the White House during their road trip to the nation's capital this weekend.
Sources: Nuggets' Watson expected to return Sun.
Peyton Watson is expected to return for Denver on Sunday against the Trail Blazers after missing more than six weeks due to a hamstring strain.
Curry (knee) gearing up for live contact in practice
The Warriors have ruled Stephen Curry out for their next two games but plan to incorporate him into live contact practices in the coming days.
Kennard steals show, wins it for red-hot Lakers
Luke Kennard drained a go-ahead 3-pointer with 0.6 seconds left for the Lakers, who won their ninth straight on a night LeBron James made history with his record-breaking 1,612th regular-season game.
Four ejected after Thunder-Wizards altercation
Oklahoma City's Jaylin Williams and Washington's Justin Champagnie were ejected following an altercation late in the first half of Sunday night's 132-111 Thunder win.
'Four more to go': KD passes MJ on scoring list
Kevin Durant passed Michael Jordan for fifth on the NBA's career scoring list after finishing with 27 points in a win over the Heat.
Sources: Lakers appeal tech with Luka facing ban
Luka Doncic faces a one-game suspension after a verbal exchange with Orlando's Goga Bitadze earned him his 16th technical foul of the season Saturday night. Sources told ESPN the Lakers have already…
LeBron in Miami -- where he was at his career best
When was LeBron James' peak? There's an argument to be made for 2013, when his Miami Heat did not lose for 52 straight days.
Risers and fallers: Is it time to drop Giannis Antetokounmpo, Mikal Bridges?
Luka Doncic is on another planet, and Ayo Dosunmu and Daniss Jenkins are on the rise, but should fantasy basketball managers keep Giannis Antetokounmpo and Mikal Bridges rostered?
'They're not even close': Why a Giannis trade might be even more complicated this summer
As the Giannis trade watch enters another offseason, a rare ownership structure and financial turmoil have left opposing teams wondering: Who's in charge here?
U-M's Whittingham looks to refine QB Underwood
In his first year at Michigan, coach Kyle Whittingham looks to develop sophomore quarterback Bryce Underwood into a "completely finished product" and improve the Wolverines' struggling passing game.
🏈 Inside CFB's unique tampering etiquette
Tampering 101, 201 and 301: What is considered OK, and what crosses the line in college football?
Lawsuit by ex-Stanford coach vs. ESPN dismissed
A federal court in California has dismissed a defamation lawsuit against ESPN and reporter Xuan Thai by former Stanford football coach Troy Taylor.
FSU K McAneney arrested on multiple charges
Florida State kicker Conor McAneney was arrested and jailed on multiple charges Wednesday in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
Cutcliffe retires from special assistant role in SEC
Former Ole Miss and Duke head coach and Tennessee assistant David Cutcliffe is retiring from his role as special assistant to Southeastern Conference commissioner Greg Sankey.
IU's Cignetti to drive pace car at Indianapolis 500
Curt Cignetti, who coached Indiana to its first national title in football, will drive the honorary pace car at the Indianapolis 500.
NCAA nixes suspension for first targeting penalty
The NCAA on Thursday approved a one-year trial rule that gives a player a break from a half-game suspension for his first targeting penalty.
Trump EO keeps 'national focus' on Army-Navy
President Donald Trump has issued an executive order barring the College Football Playoff and other postseason games from airing during the annual Army-Navy matchup in December.
NC State's Hoffmann suspended over PED test
NC State Wolfpack receiver Teddy Hoffmann will miss the 2026 season after testing positive for a performance-enhancing substance.
How the top offensive line signings will fit in 2026
The top 2026 recruits at each position have their new homes. Here's how their games will work.
Pre-spring QB rankings for all 68 Power 4 college football teams
Spring football is about to begin. CJ Carr, Arch Manning, Julian Sayin? Who's the best QB right now?
Why Miami is facing its 'most challenging' offseason yet of the Cristobal era
Can Miami reach college football's mountaintop again? Mario Cristobal has the Canes ready to climb again.
On the rise? Teams, players poised to improve in 2026
From potential CFP contenders to bounce-back candidates, we've got good feelings about these programs.
CFB spring buzz: Bama expectations, Texas upgrades and a freshman QB making waves
What we're hearing around college football from Florida to Oregon.
Yates' rankings for the NFL draft: Sizing up the top 50 prospects, plus scouting reports
Who are the best players in this year's NFL draft class? Where do they stand out? Field Yates stacks his top 50 prospects.
The ACC's most important newcomers and what their teams are saying
Which new faces in the league will make the biggest impact for each school?
Big 12's top newcomers and what their coaches think
Which new faces in the league will make the biggest impact for each school?
Matt Leinart on unretiring USC No. 11: 'Not for sale'
The former Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback shared the story on a recent episode of his podcast.
⚾ Top breakout candidates for all 30 MLB teams
From veterans in new roles to former top prospects ready to reach new heights, here's who we expect to level up.
Phillies ace Sanchez agrees to new 6-year deal
The Phillies have agreed to a new six-year contract with ace left-hander Cristopher Sanchez.
OF Slater exercises release clause in Tigers deal
After not making the Opening Day roster, outfielder Austin Slater has exercised the release clause in the minor league contract he had signed with the Tigers.
Veteran OF Grichuk on Yanks' Opening Day roster
Veteran outfielder Randal Grichuk, 34, has made the Yankees' Opening Day roster.
Pirates reassign top prospect Griffin to minors
The Pirates highly touted 19-year-old prospect Konnor Griffin was reassigned to minor league camp on Saturday.
Orioles option Kremer to minors ahead of opener
Baltimore's Dean Kremer will open the season in the minors after he led the Orioles in wins, innings and strikeouts last year.
Manaea to begin in bullpen as Mets set rotation
The Mets will employ a five-man rotation to begin the season, with Sean Manaea slated to come out of the bullpen in a piggyback role, manager Carlos Mendoza said.
Suzuki to miss Cubs' opener after injury in WBC
Seiya Suzuki, who suffered a minor ligament strain in his right knee during the World Baseball Classic, will not play in the Cubs' season opener Thursday against Washington.
Arozarena apologizes to Raleigh over WBC spat
Randy Arozarena says he has apologized to Cal Raleigh for the expletive-laced comments directed at his Mariners teammate earlier this month at the WBC.
Olney: The 7 things I took away from MLB spring training
What did you miss at major league camps this spring while watching the World Baseball Classic? Here's what stood out to us from Florida and Arizona.
What do the first two rounds of a perfect draft look like?
Tristan H. Cockcroft and Eric Karabell reveal the ideal outcome for the first two rounds.
Potential busts to avoid in 2026
Who does Tristan H. Cockcroft think will underachieve in 2026? We have the names to steer clear of when drafting your rosters.
How Brent Rooker overcame failure to become an All-Star slugger
The designated hitter struggled early in his career -- but he's now a powerhouse hitter and leader.
'The best is still yet to come': Why Wyatt Langford is an AL MVP sleeper pick
The Rangers' outfielder has gone from overhyped to overlooked. That could change in 2026 for the 24-year-old.
Where was Team USA's star closer?! How pitching restrictions rocked an otherwise epic WBC
The 2026 World Baseball Classic was another success story. But issues with pitcher usage are still holding it back.
Even in Team USA defeat, the World Baseball Classic is a win for all of baseball
Despite being denied gold, Bryce Harper and the U.S. couldn't help but relish in the beauty of the WBC.
A 40/40 season for Soto? Handing out preseason Real or Not verdicts
We determine whether these eight MLB stars can actually reach new heights in 2026.
Passan's ultimate MLB season preview: Predictions, inside intel and breakout stars for all 30 teams
Opening Day is approaching fast -- and Jeff Passan has everything you need to know covered.
Opening Day: Schedule, matchups, previews and more
We have you covered on everything you need to know to get ready for the start of the 2026 season on March 25.
'I'm a sucker for a challenge': Why Moneyball pioneer chose to take on Coors Field
Paul DePodesta is back in baseball -- and he plans to fix the Colorado Rockies.
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