Blackhawks lose in first game under Sorensen
- Anders Sorensen's first game with Chicago looked a lot like when Luke Richardson was coaching the Blackhawks.
Flyers' Tortorella criticizes officiating in OT loss
Flyers coach John Tortorella was frustrated with a couple of calls during a 4-3 overtime loss to the Bruins on Saturday.
Rangers' Shesterkin inks 8-year, $92M extension
The Rangers have signed Igor Shesterkin an eight-year extension with an $11.5 million AAV that makes him the highest-paid goalie in NHL history.
Trouba: Rangers exit 'unfortunate,' affected play
Speaking hours after he was traded to Anaheim, Jacob Trouba said his ending in New York "could have been handled better" and that he believes "it's a rite of passage to get fired from MSG."
NHL trade grades: Who comes out ahead on the Jacob Trouba swap?
The long-rumored trade involving the Rangers captain has finally come to pass. Did the New York or Anaheim front office do better on this one?
Rangers end Trouba tenure with trade to Ducks
The Rangers have traded team captain Jacob Trouba to the Ducks for defenseman Urho Vaakanainen and a conditional 2025 fourth-round pick.
NHL betting: More bark than bite for home underdogs?
Betting tips, picks and home/road trends for Red Wings-Bruins and Oilers-Golden Knights tonight on ESPN+ and Hulu.
Rebuild? Retool? How the Penguins should approach the rest of 2024-25
Though Pittsburgh's core of Crosby, Malkin and Letang remain, they are outside of the playoffs. Time to build for the future? Or take one more swing?
NHL Power Rankings: Every team's 4 Nations Face-Off participants
A massive shuffle in the rankings this week, plus a rundown of the players from each team who will rep their country in February.
League-worst Blackhawks fire coach Richardson
The Blackhawks fired coach Luke Richardson on Thursday after just eight wins in their first 26 games left them with the worst record based on points in the league. Anders Sorensen will take over on an…
Bedard an Olympic option despite 4 Nations snub
Blackhawks star Connor Bedard is still in the running to make the Olympics despite not being chosen for the 4 Nations tournament.
'The biggest thing was hockey sense and versatility': Inside Team USA's 4 Nations roster selection process
With a talent pool as rich as any country's, GM Bill Guerin had many difficult decisions. Here's the inside scoop on his thought process.
Ranking NHL players who are doing better -- or worse -- than expected early on
From Washington's Connor McMichael to Toronto's Auston Matthews, we rank players who have overachieved and ones who haven't quite met expectations.
Everything you need to know about the 4 Nations Face-Off: Format, schedule, players, what's next
A best-on-best international tournament is coming Feb. 12-20. Get all the details you need to know about it here.
NHL 4 Nations Face-Off Central: Schedule, rosters, news, how to watch
Best-on-best international hockey returns in February, 2025. Explore the full schedule, rosters, and coverage on each team.
Grading the 4 Nations Face-Off rosters, plus snubs and surprises
The 23-player lists are out. Which teams look the best, based on available talent from which they chose? Who missed the mark?
The Wyshynski Awards for the first quarter of the 2024-25 NHL season: Best, worst, embarrassments and trends
From best team to the weirdest goal to the most important document to the best bounce-back player, here are the superlatives of the season thus far.
NFL ends inquiry of Watson in latest assault case
The NFL has ended its review of sexual assault allegations levied against Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson in September, a league spokesperson told ESPN.
Niners rule out Williams, Bosa for Bears matchup
The Niners ruled out Trent Williams, Nick Bosa, George Odum, Dre Greenlaw and Jordan Mason for Sunday's game against the Bears.
Seahawks top RB Walker (calf) out vs. Cardinals
Seahawks top RB Kenneth Walker was ruled out for Sunday's game against the Cardinals with a calf injury.
Browns sign receiver K. Toney to active roster
The Browns have signed wide receiver Kadarius Toney to the active roster and placed defensive tackle Maurice Hurst II (ankle/foot) and left tackle Jedrick Wills Jr. (knee) on injured reserve.
Cowboys' Parsons wants McCarthy, others back
Cowboys star Micah Parsons said he would like Dallas to bring back everyone -- including head coach Mike McCarthy -- for another shot in 2025.
Sources: Falcons stick with Cousins despite slump
The Atlanta Falcons are sticking with Kirk Cousins as the starting quarterback despite his struggles over the team's three-game losing streak.
Sources: Darnold, Vikes haven't discussed deal
Despite a career-best year under center, quarterback Sam Darnold has not had any long-term contract talks with the Vikings, sources told ESPN.
Source: Pickens to test hamstring, expected to go
Steelers WR George Pickens is expected to play Sunday vs. the Browns but the team wants to test his hamstring before the game first, a source told ESPN.
Kirk Cousins returns to face an improved Vikings team, with questions about his Falcons future
Cousins is back in Minnesota on Sunday to play the Vikings, who are riding high with Sam Darnold.
Preview every remaining game: Predictions, fantasy X factors and matchup nuggets
Which teams will win and which storylines matter most? Here's everything you need to know.
Bills teammates, fans excited to have OLB Matt Milano back
After 13 month of injuries, the defensive vet is back as the Bills prepare for the playoffs.
'I want me a shirt': Steelers' aggressive defense dominating for more than just wins
With a league-high 25 takeaways, 14 forced fumbles and 12 fumble recoveries, Steelers defenders are among the most menacing in the NFL.
Jimmy G found his fit ushering in a young defense as Rams' backup quarterback
The Rams signed Garoppolo as a backup, behind Stafford. But the young Rams defense has benefitted from facing a starting caliber quarterback in practice.
NFL stars show off custom 2024 '#MyCauseMyCleats' footwear
Everyone has a reason. NFL stars will spread awareness for worthy causes and look to do some good with their feet during the league's annual '#MyCauseMyCleats' weekend.
LeBron: Lakers in rough patch without 'big pieces'
After the Lakers' seventh loss in nine games, LeBron James pointed to the team's lack of depth as a major challenge, with five key players currently out with injuries.
Spurs' Collins fined $35K for obscene gesture
Spurs big man Zach Collins has been fined $35,000 for making an obscene gesture toward an official during Friday night's game against the Kings.
Green new deal: Dubs move Draymond to bench
The Warriors moved Draymond Green to the bench in favor of Jonathan Kuminga for the time being, but the change did not provide instant success as Golden State falls at home to Minnesota.
Pelicans' Ingram hobbles off with injured ankle
Pelicans forward Brandon Ingram exited Saturday night's game against the Thunder after suffering a left ankle injury 17 seconds into the second half.
Magic's Wagner out indefinitely with torn oblique
Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner suffered a torn right oblique and will be reevaluated in four weeks.
Luka moves by Wilt, Harden on triple-double list
Luka Doncic picked up his 79th career triple-double Saturday night, moving him past Wilt Chamberlain and James Harden on the NBA's all-time list and into sole possession of seventh place.
Jokic's 56 not enough as Wiz snap 16-game skid
Nikola Jokic scored a career-high 56 points, but it wasn't enough to beat the Washington Wizards, who snapped their 16-game losing streak on Saturday.
Risers and fallers: Jalen Johnson soars, DeMar DeRozan falters
Which fantasy basketball players are on the rise or trending down? Steve Alexander highlights some names you'll want to track this week.
'This is a Hail Mary': Inside Lonzo Ball's unprecedented 1,000-day return to the NBA
What was originally thought to be a minor injury turned into "search and rescue" procedures and one surgery no NBA player ever had done. This is the untold story of Ball's harrowing road back to the…
Deion Sanders asks Raiders to draft sons Shedeur, Shilo
The Buffaloes coach took advantage of the opportunity to promote his sons to Las Vegas Raiders coach Antonio Pierce.
Sources: Charlotte to hire Albin as new coach
Charlotte is expected to hire Ohio University's Tim Albin as the 49ers' next head coach, sources told ESPN. The sides are working toward a five-year deal that is expected to be completed in the near…
MW commish: Boise St. merits bye over Big 12
Mountain West Conference commissioner Gloria Nevarez backed Boise State's bid to get a first-round bye in the CFP over Big 12 champion Arizona State, something Big 12 counterpart Brett Yormark…
Frost returns as UCF head coach on 5-year deal
UCF is bringing back one of the most successful coaches in program history, agreeing with Scott Frost on a five-year contract through the 2029 season.
Clemson lands CFP spot on walk-off 56-yard FG
Nolan Hauser sent Clemson to the College Football Playoff with a dramatic 56-yard field goal as time expired, as the Tigers beat SMU 34-31 in the ACC title game.
ASU advocates for CFP bye after 1st Big 12 title
Star RB Cam Skattebo led No. 15 Arizona State to a dominant victory over Iowa State to claim the program's first Big 12 championship.
Texas aims to shake off loss, focus on national title
Texas is looking to shake off déjà vu vs. Georgia and head into the College Football Playoff with the mindset that it will be competing for a national title.
UGA 'fired up' after Beck injury, pulls off SEC title
Behind backup quarterback Gunner Stockton, No. 5 Georgia knocked off No. 2 Texas 22-19 in overtime to win the SEC title and a first-round bye in the CFP.
Ducks outlast PSU to remain unbeaten, clinch bye
Oregon outlasted Penn State 45-37 on Saturday to win the Big Ten championship and likely secure the Ducks a top seed in the College Football Playoff.
Oregon's 'Fly Era' threads headline Champ Week's best college football uniforms
Oregon will revamp its "Fly Era" uniforms in the Big 10 championship game against Penn State.
Free agency tracker: Keep up with all the moves as the offseason plays out
We've got you covered on all the major signings and trades during the hot stove season.
Sources: Bieber back to Guardians on 1-year deal
Shane Bieber, who won the Cy Young Award with the Guardians in 2020, has agreed to re-sign with Cleveland after testing free agency for the first time, sources told ESPN.
GM: A's sought 'statement' with Severino deal
With the A's planning to play the next three years in West Sacramento, GM David Forst said the team "wanted to make something of a statement" in signing Luis Severino to a $67 million contract.
Sources: Holmes agrees to join Mets -- as starter
Clay Holmes and the Mets are in agreement on a three-year, $38 million contract, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan, confirming a New York Post report. The Mets plan for Holmes, who has spent his big…
Source: O'Neill staying in AL East with O's deal
Outfielder Tyler O'Neill and the Orioles have agreed to a 3-year, $49.5 million contract, a source told ESPN, filling a void created by the free agency of slugging outfielder Anthony Santander.
Sources: Giants, Adames agree on 7 years, $182M
The San Francisco Giants and shortstop Willy Adames are in agreement on a seven-year, $182 million deal, sources told ESPN.
Dodgers' Freeman recovering from ankle surgery
Freddie Freeman was expected to recover in time for the start of spring training in February, the Dodgers said.
Manfred: MLB not close to 'Golden At-Bat' rule
MLB commissioner Rob Manfred said that Major League Baseball is not close to implementing the "Golden At-Bat" rule.
Sources: Sasaki to be posted at winter meetings
Japanese right-hander Roki Sasaki is expected to be officially posted at MLB's winter meetings next week, sources told ESPN, opening the window in which teams will try to convince him to choose them.
Predicting Juan Soto's free agency as it nears a conclusion
As the most hyped free agency of the offseason nears its conclusion, our experts weigh in on Juan Soto's most likely landing spot and how much he'll get paid.
Why Willy Adames is going to get paid big money this winter -- and which teams could give it to him
Willy Adames isn't a household name, but when he plays, his teams win. Here's what makes the shortstop special -- and where he could end up.
'We're rewarding our incredibly passionate fans': Dodgers making no apologies for record spending, unprecedented deferred deals
L.A. owes more than $1 billion in deferred money to a star-studded roster. Here's how the Dodgers are doing it.
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