Penguins' Malkin banned 5 games for Dahlin slash
Pittsburgh forward Evgeni Malkin has been suspended five games for slashing Buffalo defenseman Rasmus Dahlin during Thursday's game between the Penguins and Sabres.
McAvoy's night for B's: OT goal, more lost teeth
Charlie McAvoy scored 39 seconds into overtime Tuesday night to help the Bruins beat the Kings 2-1 for their 13th straight home win. He then rushed off to have more dental work done after losing some…
Panthers could shut down Marchand for season
The Florida Panthers aren't expecting to see Brad Marchand play again anytime soon, and with the team's playoff hopes dwindling it's possible that the two-time Stanley Cup winner and Olympic silver…
PWHL eyeing Senators team-up to stay in Ottawa
With the Charge's current home about to be downsized in a renovation, the PWHL team is looking to team up with the NHL's Senators to stay in Ottawa.
Mammoth re-sign Schmaltz to 8-year, $64M deal
Forward Nick Schmaltz re-signed with the Utah Mammoth on Wednesday, agreeing to an eight-year contract extension worth $64 million rather than going to free agency this summer.
📝 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.
Avs critical of MacKinnon ejection for goalie injury
The Avalanche sharply disagreed with the officials' decision to give star center Nathan MacKinnon a game misconduct for goalie interference in their 4-3 loss to the Oilers on Tuesday night.
Upgrades, downgrades and fantasy hockey reaction to the 2026 NHL trade deadline
Your one-stop shop for the fantasy hockey insights and reactions for the biggest moves from the 2026 NHL trade deadline.
NHL Power Rankings: New 1-32 poll, each team's top game in March
Here are the games each fan base should have circled on the calendar.
NHL playoff watch: Projecting the Eastern wild-card teams
Montreal, Ottawa, Washington and Philly are in action Wednesday. Here are full playoff projections, draft lottery standings and more.
What to expect from Rosen, Jiricek, other top NHL prospects traded at the deadline
How will those players impact their new teams? Here are scouting reports on 10 big names.
Avalanche now unbeatable? East contenders whiffed big-time? Judging NHL trade deadline overreactions
The final week resulted in a last flurry of trades -- and many hot takes. We identify which takeaways are legit and which are way off base.
Looking ahead to the NHL's Central Division playoff battle
Colorado, Dallas and Minnesota made additions during trade deadline season. Buckle up!
Barnwell makes sense of the called-off Crosby trade and the Ravens' Hendrickson signing
Over five days, the Ravens traded for Maxx Crosby, called off the deal and signed Trey Hendrickson.
Live tracking NFL free agency: Updates on signings, trades, cuts
We're following NFL free agency signings, trades, cuts, contract restructures and other moves as they happen.
Colts, QB Jones agree to 2-year, $88M contract
The Colts and quarterback Daniel Jones reached agreement Wednesday on a two-year, $88 million contract that can be worth up to $100 million, his agents told ESPN's Adam Schefter.
Giants surprise, re-sign Neal despite struggles
The Giants re-signed first-round pick Evan Neal on Wednesday despite four disappointing years, which included him being a healthy scratch for most of this past season.
Vikings keep RB Jones on restructured $5.6M deal
Veteran running back Aaron Jones Sr. has restructured his deal with the Minnesota Vikings and won't be released, agent Drew Rosenhaus told ESPN.
Source: Jets add O-line reinforcement in Parham
The Jets have agreed to a two-year contract worth up to $20 million with guard Dylan Parham, according to NFL Network.
Commanders adding TE Okonkwo, safety Cross
The Commanders have agreed to terms on a three-year contract with tight end Chig Okonkwo, agents Jason Chayut and Jared Fox told NFL Network.
Memo: Tisches ask to move Giants stake to trusts
Giants co-owners Steve, Laurie and Jonathan Tisch are requesting to transfer their stakes in the team to their children's trusts, according to an NFL memo.
Source: Bucs add Mayfield backup in QB Browning
Free agent quarterback Jake Browning plans to sign a one-year deal with the Buccaneers, a source told ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.
Sources: Ravens pivot, agree to add Hendrickson
The Ravens have agreed to sign Trey Hendrickson, sources told ESPN, in a high-priced pivot after their canceled blockbuster trade for Maxx Crosby.
Carroll predicts QB Smith will rebound with Jets
Pete Carroll, in his first interview since being fired by the Raiders, took the blame for Geno Smith's struggles in Las Vegas.
Ravens GM 'gutted' that Crosby deal fell through
Ravens GM Eric DeCosta got emotional at times in explaining it was a difficult but necessary decision to rescind the trade with the Raiders for Maxx Crosby, saying, "Nobody's more upset about this…
🏈 Our mid-free agency NFL mini-mock draft
How has NFL free agency affected 2026 draft plans? Here are Field Yates' updated predictions for picks Nos. 1-10 after the first wave of deals.
Source: Ex-Saints TE Moreau to sign with Texans
The Texans have agreed to a contract with free agent tight end Foster Moreau, according to NFL Network.
Sources: Byard, NFL's INTs leader in '25, to Pats
Free agent safety Kevin Byard III has agreed to sign with the Patriots on a one-year, $9 million deal, according to NFL Network.
DT Hargrave stays in NFC North, joins Packers
Defensive tackle Javon Hargrave reached agreement Wednesday on a two-year, $23 million contract with the Packers, agent Drew Rosenhaus told ESPN's Adam Schefter.
Court filing: Jackson feared Pearce 'will kill me'
WNBA player Rickea Jackson filed a petition for protection against her ex-boyfriend, Falcons player James Pearce Jr., saying she was "in fear of my life" and, if the court didn't intervene, she…
Ex-Fins OLB Chubb gets 3-year deal with Bills
Pass rusher Bradley Chubb reached agreement on a three-year, $43.5 million deal worth up to $52.5 million that includes $29 million guaranteed with the Bills, agent Erik Burkhardt told ESPN's Adam…
Cowboys trade DT Odighizuwa to 49ers for pick
The Cowboys traded defensive tackle Osa Odighizuwa to the 49ers in exchange for a 2026 third-round draft pick, and defensive tackle Solomon Thomas to the Titans in a seventh-round pick swap.
NFL futures: Ravens tied for second-shortest Super Bowl odds after whirlwind week
Every NFL team's team's win total, as well as odds to win their division, the conference and Super Bowl LXI.
Reid's updated NFL draft QB Hot Board: Strengths and weaknesses for the top passers
Who are the best quarterbacks in the 2026 class? We sized up the top 12, starting with Fernando Mendoza.
The best (and worst) of NFL free agency: The Dominoes Award, Classic Overpay Award and more
The edge rush market exploded, the Titans called on old friends, Mike Evans landed in a new place, and two players were very particular about their contract numbers.
Barnwell: Sorting out the winners, losers from NFL free agency's wild opening day
Tua Tagovailoa in a great spot? Houston has a problem? A wildly player-friendly deal for Tyler Linderbaum?
NFL free agency grades: Sizing up 55-plus big signings and trades
We're handing out report cards on big moves, including the Javon Hargrave signing and Osa Odighizuwa trade.
Jets reunion: Geno Smith ready to return where it started with 'chip' on shoulder
New York traded for its 2013 second-round pick Tuesday before he could hit the free-agent market.
Is the Super Bowl MVP RB1 in fantasy? Who benefits from Kenneth Walker III's move
Walker's new workload in Kansas City could have a big impact on his fantasy value.
Guide to NFL offseason signings: Will Walker see heavier workload in KC?
Your one-stop shop for fantasy football reaction to all the key player movement via free agency and trades.
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 Power Rankings: Thunder, Spurs rule the West, Celtics rise
The NBA playoffs are near. Which teams are best positioned for the homestretch of the regular season?
How the schedule could impact three key NBA playoff races
With so many teams tanking, some playoff-bound teams could capitalize on easy schedules down the stretch.
Celtics' Brown ejected, then takes to social media
Celtics guard Jaylen Brown was ejected in the second quarter of Tuesday's matchup at the Spurs after officials whistled him for back-to-back technical fouls.
🏀 NBA All-Contract Team: Playoff contenders?
Could a roster built with only the best contracts in the league -- no max or rookie deals allowed -- reach the playoffs?
Cook: Global issues hurting overseas hoops career
American Quinn Cook, a two-time NBA champ, has lost two basketball jobs internationally this year because of global political issues, he told ESPN's Andscape.
Sources: Doncic in custody battle for daughters
Lakers star Luka Dončić has separated from his fiancée, Anamaria Goltes, he told ESPN, and is in a custody battle over their two daughters, according to sources.
'Wilt, me, then Kobe': Adebayo scores 83 points
Bam Adebayo scored the most points since Wilt Chamberlain's iconic 100-point game in 1962 as the Heat star went for 83 points in a blowout win over the Wizards.
Warriors' Curry out 10 more days with knee issue
The Golden State Warriors have ruled out star guard Stephen Curry for another 10 days with a persistent right knee issue, the team announced Wednesday.
76ers' Maxey (finger tendon) out at least 3 weeks
76ers star guard Tyrese Maxey has been diagnosed with a tendon injury to his right pinkie and will be reevaluated in approximately three weeks, the team announced Tuesday.
Wilt Chamberlain's 100 points, Adrian Peterson's 296 yards and more single-game bests
Both all-time legends and half-forgotten journeymen are on the list of the greatest single-game performances in American professional sports.
'Something we talk about forever': The karmic power of Bam Adebayo's 83-point game
Adebayo's 83-point night on Tuesday presented fans with a choice that forces a side: Celebrate it, or audit it.
Fast break: The numbers behind Bam Adebayo's shocking 83-point night
Here's everything managers should be looking at around the league during the fantasy playoffs.
Updated 2026 NBA mock draft: Who's rising and falling ahead of March Madness?
Who's rising and falling in Jeremy Woo's updated 2026 NBA mock draft ahead of March Madness?
All the records Bam Adebayo set in his stunning 83-point(!) night
Heat big man Bam Adebayo just put up the second-highest scoring game in NBA history, with 83 points in a win over the Wizards.
How the NBA would've changed if KD's sneaker were smaller: An alternate timeline with new champs and wild trades
ESPN analyst Zach Kram examines a reality in which Durant's foot didn't touch the 3-point line in the 2021 Eastern Conference semifinals -- and its ripple effects throughout the NBA.
NCAA challenging eligibility of Rebels' Chambliss
The NCAA is appealing the preliminary injunction that a state court in Mississippi granted to Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss to allow him a sixth college season in 2026.
Trump plans 'all-encompassing' college sports EO
President Donald Trump says he will write an executive order within a week that will "solve all of the problems" brought forth in an unprecedented meeting at the White House to address the future of…
Fired Michigan coach Moore reaches plea deal
Fired Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore pleaded no contest to two misdemeanors to resolve a felony home invasion case. The deal was struck on the same day that a judge planned to hear a challenge…
Dabo shoulders blame for Clemson's '25 failures
With Clemson's 2026 spring game just over two weeks away, a motivated Dabo Swinney said Wednesday that last season's results were 'nobody's fault but mine."
CSC: Influx of third-party payments unexpected
College Sports Commission CEO Bryan Seeley said Tuesday an unexpected influx of third-party deals helping schools blow past the NIL salary cap has led to increased review times.
Sources: Cuse hiring Toledo's Blair as next AD
Syracuse and Toledo athletic director Bryan Blair have agreed to terms to make him the school's next athletic director, sources told ESPN.
Ex-assistant sues Michigan over Stalions scandal
Former Michigan assistant Chris Partridge sued the university, its board and AD Warde Manuel, alleging he was made a "scapegoat" when he was fired during the Wolverines' 2023 sign-stealing scandal.
Big Ten asks NCAA to pause tampering inquiries
The Big Ten sent a letter to the NCAA asking the organization to suspend investigations and enforcement related to tampering, and modernize its rules.
🌡️ Way-too-early coaching hot seat tiers
The coaching carousel was unprecedented in 2025. What could it hold next season?
Latest mini NFL mock draft: Yates projects picks 1-10 based on the free agency frenzy
How has NFL free agency affected 2026 draft plans? Here are Field Yates' updated predictions for picks Nos. 1-10 after the first wave of deals.
Reid's updated NFL draft QB Hot Board: Strengths and weaknesses for the top passers
Who are the best quarterbacks in the 2026 class? We sized up the top 12, starting with Fernando Mendoza.
Big 12 spring football preview: Storylines, key positions and players to watch
With spring games right around the corner, here's what you should know for every Big 12 team.
ACC spring football preview: Storylines, positions of intrigue and players to watch
With new coaches, quarterbacks and transfers, we look at the ACC as camps get ready to open.
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?
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?
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.
'The rules are a suggestion:' The ins and outs of tampering in college football
Tampering 101, 201 and 301: What is considered OK, and what crosses the line in college football?
What you need to know about the 2027 QB recruits
With the majority of the QBs still undecided, the next few months should get interesting.
Which college football roster moves will reign supreme in 2026?
Which teams put together the best combination of recruits and transfers? We'll see who impacts 2026.
How the top running back signings will fit in 2026
The top 2026 recruits at each position have their new homes. Here's how their games will work.
U.S. averts WBC disaster, advances with Italy win
Team USA advanced out of pool play in the World Baseball Classic and will face Canada on Friday in the tournament's quarterfinals, averting a disastrous flameout thanks to Italy's 9-1 victory against…
30 MLB teams, 30 breakout stars: The players who will make the biggest leap in 2026
From veterans in new roles to former top prospects ready to reach new heights, here's who we expect to level up.
From college QB to Team USA starter in the WBC: The incredible rise of Nolan McLean
Eight starts into his MLB career, the Mets' budding ace is making himself at home in the U.S. rotation.
'Man, just please come back safe': What it's like for an MLB team when its stars are in the WBC
While its top players are out taking on the world, we checked in on life back at home during spring training.
D-backs' Carroll (hand) hitless in spring debut
Diamondbacks star Corbin Carroll made his spring training debut Wednesday, going hitless in his first at bats since he had surgery to repair the hamate bone in his right hand Feb. 12.
Cora praises Durbin as Red Sox still to name 3B
Red Sox manager Alex Cora hasn't yet committed to Caleb Durbin as his every-day third baseman, but he's warming up to the idea as the trade acquisition gets more reps.
Reds' Greene to have surgery, targets July return
Reds ace Hunter Greene will have an arthroscopic procedure Wednesday to remove bone chips from his right elbow and is not expected to return until July.
Mets' Lindor '100% optimistic' about Opening Day
Mets shortstop Francisco Lindor said he's "100% optimistic" he'll be ready for Opening Day after returning to action Tuesday for the first time since undergoing surgery.
Astros closer Hader to open season on injured list
Astros closer Josh Hader, who has been dealing with biceps inflammation, will open the season on the IL. Bryan Abreu will serve as closer until Hader returns.
O's Mountcastle exits after taking pitch off hand
Orioles first baseman Ryan Mountcastle was hit on the right hand by a pitch and left Wednesday's Grapefruit League game against the Pirates.
After Arozarena rant, Raleigh says 'there's no beef'
Cal Raleigh said there's "no beef" between him and Mariners teammate Randy Arozarena, who unleashed an expletive-laced screed after the catcher declined to dap him up before an at-bat in the United…
White Sox catcher Teel likely to miss 4-6 weeks
White Sox catcher Kyle Teel is expected to miss 4-6 weeks after suffering a right hamstring strain during Italy's win over Team USA in the World Baseball Classic.
⚾ Ranking the positions: Best and worst for 2026
From "Generation Shortstop" to a power position that has lost its pop, here's how every area stacks up for 2026.
MLB Rank 2026: Ranking baseball's top 100 players
From star sluggers like Ohtani and Judge to top pitchers like Skubal, we rank -- and make predictions for -- the best players in baseball right now.
Eric Karabell's 'Do not draft' list
Karabell identifies the players unlikely to be on his roster this season.
Kings of Command: Nine fantasy breakout pitchers to draft late
Which overlooked pitchers have the skills to come up with a big season? Tristan H. Cockcroft presents his annual look at MLB's "Kings of Command."
Livvy Dunne puts spin on Paul Skenes' viral smirk to Bobby Witt Jr. play vs. Mexico
Bobby Witt Jr.'s play resulted in a viral smirk from Skenes -- one that caught the attention of his girlfriend.
Former cadets Skenes and Jax help Air Force baseball team attend USA-Mexico
Paul Skenes and Griffin Jax played for the Air Force baseball team on their respective journeys to the major leagues and Team USA.
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