Schaefer unanimous choice as NHL's top rookie
Islanders defenseman Matthew Schaefer has won the Calder Memorial Trophy as the NHL's rookie of the year, the first unanimous choice for the award in 33 years.
🏒 Gavin McKenna's path to expected No. 1 pick
McKenna's story has taken him from Whitehorse, Yukon, to Medicine Hat to Penn State, with the NHL expected to be the next stop. What makes him a special prospect?
Vegas' McNabb banned 1 game for hit on Poehling
Golden Knights defenseman Brayden McNabb will serve a one-game suspension in Thursday's Game 6 following an interference infraction that injured Ducks forward Ryan Poehling.
Leafs fire head coach Berube after 2 seasons
The Maple Leafs are searching for a new coach after officially parting ways with Craig Berube on Wednesday.
Wild feeling 'empty' after series-ending collapse
The Wild's season ended in crushing fashion when they blew a three-goal first-period lead before falling 4-3 in overtime to the Avalanche in Game 5.
Avs storm back from down 3-0, make West finals
Trailing 3-0 midway through the second period, the Avs tied it late in regulation before Brett Kulak capped the rally in overtime to put Colorado in the Western Conference finals with a 4-3 win over…
Chicago inks KHL forward Kantserov to 3-year deal
Roman Kantserov is joining the Chicago Blackhawks after a record-breaking season in the Kontinental Hockey League.
Canucks name Johnson GM, Sedins co-presidents
The Vancouver Canucks named Ryan Johnson as their new general manager while Daniel and Henrik Sedin were named co-presidents of hockey operations, the team announced Thursday.
Source: Oilers fire Knoblauch after two Cup Finals...
Despite leading the Oilers to back-to-back Stanley Cup Final appearances in 2024 and 2025 and having a contract extension that hadn't even begun, coach Kris Knoblauch has been fired.
Stanley Cup playoffs daily: Can the Ducks force a ...
Anaheim is in a must-win situation, and it's a critical Game 5 in Buffalo. Plus, highlights from Wednesday.
Biggest lessons of the Stanley Cup playoffs so far...
With nearly two full rounds in the books, here are the top takeaways that will influence the rest of the playoffs.
Keys to the offseason: Free agency plans for Wild ...
We explore the next moves each team should make this summer and forecast expectations for 2026-27.
'Blast from the past': How Taylor Hall found his M...
The No. 1 pick (2010) and Hart Trophy winner (2018) is a critical player for the Canes, who have yet to lose this postseason.
Schedule release: Tracking all 32 teams and predic...
Seahawks vs. Patriots will open a season that features nine international games. Here are predictions and more.
Judging five overreactions to the NFL schedule: Do...
How could strength of schedule impact postseason hopes for the Bears, Bengals and Chiefs? Does the Dolphins' slate point to them landing the top draft pick?
Cowboys schedule 2026: Takeaways, predictions
Here is everything to know about the Cowboys' 2026 NFL schedule.
Aiyuk, Diggs or the rookie? Sizing up Commanders' ...
Since last season, Washington has wanted to answer this question: Who will be its receiver opposite Terry McLaurin?
Source: Fins make Achane 3rd-highest-paid RB
The Dolphins and De'Von Achane agreed to a four-year contract extension worth $64 million, a source confirmed to ESPN on Wednesday, making him the third-highest-paid running back in the NFL.
Pats-Seahawks SB rematch to kick off '26 season
In a rematch of Super Bowl LX, the Seahawks will welcome the Patriots to Lumen Field for the 2026 NFL season opener, one of 272 games officially announced throughout the league Thursday night.
👀 Answers for 10 lingering offseason questions
Let's make sense of the Cowboys not extending George Pickens, the Steelers bypassing QB upgrades, the Dolphins not trading De'Von Achane and more.
Pats rookie Hutchins faces dom. assault charge
Patriots rookie defender Quintayvious Hutchins, a seventh-round draft choice from Boston College, was arraigned Wednesday on a charge of assault and battery against a family/household member.
Steelers-Saints in Paris part of record int'l slat...
The NFL on Wednesday revealed the matchups of an international slate that features nine games, the most outside the United States in the league's history.
Florida AG continues push against Rooney Rule
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier, who in March threatened potential civil action against the NFL over the Rooney Rule, said Wednesday that he has issued an investigative subpoena to the league.
Source: Jets, veteran WR Patrick agree to terms
Adding much-needed experience to their wide receivers room, the New York Jets have agreed to terms with free agent Tim Patrick.
NFL nixed minority offensive asst. mandate in '25
The NFL ended a mandate that all 32 teams hire a minority coach as an offensive assistant ahead of the 2025 season and not because of recent pressure from Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier.
Source: Nabers had 'cleanup,' hopeful for Week 1
Malik Nabers underwent a second procedure on his right knee earlier this offseason and the Giants remain hopeful the wide receiver will be ready for Week 1, a source confirmed to ESPN.
The biggest remaining roster hole for every NFL te...
Even after free agency, trades and the draft, NFL teams still have at least one position that needs a boost.
How every rookie QB fits with his new NFL team: Wh...
Which quarterbacks landed in perfect spots? We look at expectations, fits and roles for every drafted QB, including two first-rounders.
NFL execs predict 2027 offseason: QB carousel, Geo...
From contract standoffs to the QB carousel and potential trades, NFL execs predicted next year's biggest stories.
Will 13 personnel drive NFL offenses in 2026? Barn...
The Rams had success with tight end-heavy sets in 2025, and other teams could be trying to follow after a TE-packed Day 2 of the draft. Can it keep working?
Early NFL awards favorites, long shots: Which rook...
There's still a long way to go until the 2026 season kicks off, but it's never too early to see who's a front-runner.
The non-Round 1 impact rookies: Yates lists 20 sle...
We picked out Day 2 and Day 3 NFL draft picks who could contribute right away, including R Mason Thomas and Antonio Williams.
Field Yates' rankings: PPR top 160
Field provides his latest rankings for the upcoming season, which will be updated throughout the offseason.
Fantasy buzz: Which players benefit most from Njok...
Discussing the impact on Oronde Gadsden, Kyler Murray, Justin Jefferson, Jordan Addison and others this 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.
NBA draft combine highlights: Biggest questions, r...
ESPN's NBA draft crew details the biggest takeaways from the second day of 5-on-5 scrimmages in Chicago.
🏀 Why LeBron's return to L.A. is not so simple
When James led the Lakers to the second round, it underscored an awkward reality for both sides: They might need each other more than either would care to admit.
NBA lands on '3-2-1 lottery' proposal, per Silver
NBA commissioner Adam Silver confirmed on Stephen A. Smith's radio show Wednesday that the NBA has landed on a proposal to present to the league's board of governors later this month to revamp the…
Sources: Optimism Knicks' Anunoby back for ECF
There is growing optimism that Knicks forward OG Anunoby will return from his hamstring injury by the start of the Eastern Conference Finals, sources tell ESPN's Shams Charania.
NBA defends 11% rise in foul calls during playoffs...
NBA referees are calling about 11% more personal fouls per game in these playoffs than they did during the regular season -- one of the largest differentials in NBA history.
Cavs rally for OT win, head home with 3-2 lead
The Cavaliers came back from a nine-point deficit late in regulation to beat the Pistons 117-113 in overtime and take a 3-2 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinals.
Myers: 76ers' next GM must work 'in harmony'
Bob Myers, who is overseeing the 76ers' general manager search, said the franchise is looking for 'good people that are in harmony' to help them win a championship.
NBA: Refs right in no-call at end of Cavs-Pistons
The NBA said Thursday that officials were correct in not calling a foul on Jarrett Allen in the closing seconds of regulation of Game 5 between the Cavaliers and Pistons on Wednesday night.
Playoff takeaways: Cavs storm back in Detroit to t...
Here's what we've learned -- and what's next for the Cavs-Pistons and Wolves-Spurs series.
How the Thunder built a drama-free potential dynas...
OKC optimizes for happy players. Like it or not, those happy players are favored to win another NBA title.
Why Steve Kerr stayed with the Warriors
Steve Kerr had nothing left to prove. But at a crossroads in his career, facing down the pains of his past convinced him he had everything left to play for.
Latest NBA buzz: Everything we're hearing ahead of...
Here's what our NBA insiders are hearing, including the latest on LeBron James' future in Los Angeles.
Giannis trade watch reset: 10 teams to monitor bet...
Bobby Marks examines 10 teams with draft assets, players, contracts -- and challenges -- in the pursuit of Giannis.
A thank-you letter to Jason Collins, the first ope...
Jason Collins, who died Tuesday, leaves a remarkable legacy as the NBA's first openly gay active player.
Offseason guides: Draft, free agency, trade target...
What lies ahead for the Magic, Celtics, Nuggets, Warriors and every eliminated team?
Sark slams Ole Miss academics: 'basket weaving'
One day after Lane Kiffin's controversial comments about Ole Miss, Texas coach Steve Sarkisian took a shot at the Rebels, and Florida coach Jon Sumrall weighed in.
Keasler, ex-HC at McNeese and UL-Monroe, dies
Bobby Keasler, a former Louisiana-Monroe and McNeese State football coach, has died. He was 80.
Franklin, Hokies land top available QB in '27 clas...
Four-star recruit Peter Bourque, the top uncommitted QB in the 2027 recruiting class, committed to Virginia Tech.
Mizzou star RB Hardy out of hospital, sources say
Missouri running back Ahmad Hardy is out of the hospital after being shot early Sunday. Coach Eli Drinkwitz said he's unsure if Hardy would be able to play in 2026.
Longtime NFL asst. Moore joins Iowa as adviser
Longtime NFL and college assistant Tom Moore, who will turn 88 during the upcoming college football season, will join the Iowa staff as senior consultant to the head coach and offensive adviser.
Michigan lands 4-star WR Burrell from 2027 class
Michigan coach Kyle Whittingham secured his first skill position pledge in the 2027 class Wednesday with a commitment from four-star wide receiver Quentin Burrell, No. 57 in the SC Next 300.
ACC stance: 24-team playoff would provide 'hope'
ACC commissioner Jim Phillips backed a 24-team expanded College Football Playoff format, a move supported by a majority of the league's coaches and ADs.
UGA transfer arrested on drug charges, speeding
Georgia safety Ja'Marley Riddle was arrested May 8 on two felony charges for possession of a controlled substance and a misdemeanor speeding charge.
Four months in, how Matt Campbell is already resha...
Changes are already evident on the second floor of Penn State's football building, but will it translate into top-10 wins?
CFB buzz: Army-Navy's future, last JMU Hoosier, la...
What we heard around college football after the completion of spring practice.
How every rookie QB fits with his new NFL team: Wh...
Which quarterbacks landed in perfect spots? We look at expectations, fits and roles for every drafted QB, including two first-rounders.
85 new players? Inside Oklahoma State's roster ove...
First-year coach Eric Morris brought his QB and 19 other players from North Texas, but that was just the start.
Rich Rodriguez Q&A: The secret sauce at West Virgi...
In his second go-around in Morgantown, Rodriguez notes how much has changed and what has stayed the same.
Who won college football's offseason? We stack all 68 Power 4 teams
Nail the transfer portal? Miss a big recruit? Find a top coordinator? All are part of our offseason evaluations.
Amid slump, Ohtani stars again on mound in win
Out of the lineup again as he slumps at the plate, Shohei Ohtani continued his dominance on the mound Wednesday night, striking out eight in seven scoreless innings in a 4-0 win over the Giants.
Misiorowski exits another gem due to cramping
Brewers starter Jacob Misiorowski dominated the Padres for seven innings before leaving with a cramp in his right quadriceps, the second time in three starts that he has left due to cramping.
White Sox say fan who fell into the bullpen OK
White Sox said in a statement that the fan who tumbled roughly 10 feet into the visiting bullpen at Rate Field during Wednesday night's 6-5 win over Kansas City seemed to be doing well.
Day after injury scare, Soto homers as Mets roll
Juan Soto returned to the starting lineup and homered Thursday for the injury-riddled New York Mets.
Rays have tentative deal for $2.3B Tampa stadium
The Rays and local officials announced a tentative $2.3 billion agreement for a new ballpark in Tampa funded by public and private money.
M's Raleigh lands on IL for first time in career
The Mariners placed catcher Cal Raleigh on the 10-day injured list on Thursday morning with a right oblique strain, the first IL stint of the AL MVP runner-up's career in his sixth major league…
⚾ MLB mock draft: 1st-round projections, intel
Starting with an intriguing decision at the top of the board, here's how the first 40 picks of this July's draft could play out.
Twins send scuffling outfielder Wallner to minors
The Twins sent struggling right fielder Matt Wallner to their Triple-A team and promoted right-handed pitcher Zebby Matthews to start against the Marlins on Thursday.
Seager aims to 'figure it out' amid 0-for-27 slump...
Corey Seager is going through a slump like none he has ever had to endure in the big leagues. The two-time World Series MVP is hitless in his last seven games which is part of a longer 0-for-27 span…
MLB Power Rankings: A new No. 1! Who replaced the ...
Move over, L.A -- there's a new team atop our list in Week 7 thanks to a red-hot offense.
Pages is best fantasy bat on Dodgers? Vargas is to...
Eric Karabell looks into the crystal ball to tell fantasy baseball managers what might come to pass in the not-too-distant future.
Will there be a lockout? Is a salary cap coming?
The MLB and MLBPA met for the first time this week. These are the topics that will dominate baseball's CBA conversations.
As urgency mounts in the Bronx, Aaron Judge hasn't...
Amid mounting pressure to end his team's title drought, the Yankees' captain is keeping his expectations -- and his numbers at the plate -- sky-high.
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