📈 Ranking the top 50 players in the Olympics
As 12 teams face off for gold in Milan Cortina, here are the players who will have the biggest impact.
Thompson, Dubois return, lift Caps before break
The Capitals activated forward Pierre-Luc Dubois and goalie Logan Thompson from the injured list prior to Thursday night's matchup with Nashville, their final game before the Olympic break.
Devils acquire Bjugstad from Blues before freeze
The New Devils acquired forward Nick Bjugstad in a trade with the Blues on Wednesday that was completed just before the Olympic roster freeze.
Jarvis replaces ailing Point for Canadian team
Team Canada's Brayden Point will not participate in the Milan Cortina Olympics due to a lower-body injury, with Hurricanes forward Seth Jarvis named as his replacement Thursday.
Rangers' Panarin traded to Kings, gets extension
The Rangers on Wednesday traded forward Artemi Panarin to the Kings, who gave him a two-year, $22 million extension.
NHL prospect McKenna has felony charge dropped
Penn State hockey star Gavin McKenna will have his felony aggravated assault charge dropped, the Centre County District Attorney's Office announced Friday.
Czechia loses injured Bruins' Zacha for Games
Czechia has to do without Pavel Zacha at the Milan Cortina Games as the Boston Bruins center will not recover in time from injury for the Olympic hockey tournament in a blow for the Czechs.
Matthews tabbed U.S. captain for men's hockey
Auston Matthews has been named captain for Team USA's men's hockey team at the 2026 Olympics.
Olympic hockey odds: Canada favored to win men's gold, USA favored to win women's
Who are the favorites and underdogs in the men's and women's Olympic ice hockey tournaments?
The NHL's best this week: Can the U.S. beat Canada for a men's hockey gold medal?
Here's why it makes sense -- and why it would help the sport more than another Canadian win.
NHL Power Rankings: Updated 1-32 poll heading into Olympic break
A special set of Power Rankings as players get ready to head to the Milan Cortina Olympics.
Awards Watch: Kucherov gaining on MacKinnon for MVP?
We polled PHWA voters to find out who's ahead in the major races as some new names entered the conversation.
Pickups: Justin Sourdif, Sam Rinzel seeing power play minutes
The essential Monday guide to fantasy hockey pickups, with who to add and how to get set for the week ahead.
Fantasy hockey impact of Artemi Panarin trade: Which Kings, Rangers will benefit?
How does the Artemi Panarin trade affect the fantasy hockey fortunes of the Kings, Rangers, and Panarin himself?
Making sense of Super Bowl LX: The Seahawks mixed up their game plan, and the Patriots couldn't adapt
The Seahawks are Super Bowl champs! Let's size up Seattle's defensive wrinkles, an explosive RB, great special teams and Sam Darnold's performance.
Nothing left to prove, resilient Sam Darnold makes ultimate statement
The QB isn't motivated to prove the haters wrong, but to prove people right. And on Sunday, he did just that.
Drake Maye lost his first Super Bowl, and badly. His future -- and the Patriots' -- remains bright
Maye and the Patriots weren't able to do much in Super Bowl LX, but their future might still be bright.
📸 Super Bowl LX commercials featuring athletes
Breaking down the top commercials during Super Bowl LX that feature athletes.
Sources: 49ers not planning to trade QB Jones
The 49ers have no plans to trade quarterback Mac Jones this offseason and fully intend to bring him back as Brock Purdy's backup, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter.
Darnold perseveres through injury, doubt in SB win
A victorious Seahawks locker room lauded the team's "unwavering" quarterback, Sam Darnold, whose steadiness through injury and turnover-related adversity this season culminated in a Super Bowl LX…
Kubiak confirms he's taking Raiders' coaching job
Seahawks OC Klint Kubiak confirmed on NFL Network following the team's Super Bowl win over the Patriots on Sunday night that he will be leaving Seattle to take over as coach of the Raiders.
Seahawks, Rams favored in wide-open SB LXI field
The Seahawks are tied with the Rams at +950 to win Super Bowl LXI, followed by the Bills at +1100, and the Eagles, Ravens and Patriots tied at +1300, according to DraftKings odds.
Pearce allegedly crashed into WNBA player's car
Falcons rookie James Pearce Jr. allegedly crashed his vehicle into one being driven by WNBA player Rickea Jackson multiple times and struck a police officer with the vehicle while evading arrest…
Maye: Had injection for ailing shoulder before loss
Patriots QB Drake Maye acknowledged he received a pain-killing injection for his injured right throwing shoulder before Sunday's loss, but maintained he was "good to go" for the game and just didn't…
Seahawks' Walker, 'one of one,' earns MVP honors
Buoyed by a first-half surge in which he outgained the entire Patriots offense, Seahawks running back Kenneth Walker III, a pending unrestricted free agent, earned MVP honors as Seattle ran to a 29-13…
Dominant D carries Seahawks to Super Bowl win
The Seahawks smothered Drake Maye and the Patriots 29-13 to claim the second Super Bowl title in franchise history.
Bad Bunny hosts wedding during Super Bowl LX halftime show
Bad Bunny's Super Bowl LX halftime performance featured a real wedding ceremony.
'Thank you Benito': Jalen Brunson, J.J. Watt react to Bad Bunny's Super Bowl LX performance on social media
Stars took their reactions to Bad Bunny's Super Bowl LX halftime performance to social media.
See in photos how the Seahawks stopped the run and won the Super Bowl
We captured the plays that secured the Seahawks their second Super Bowl win.
Offseason guide for every NFL team: Key free agents, draft outlook, priorities and predictions
The NFL offseason has arrived for all 32 teams. What must each do to have a better season in 2026?
Next season already? Our way-too-early NFL Power Rankings stack all 32 teams for 2026
After the conclusion of the 2025 NFL season, how do all 32 teams stack up for 2026? Here are our early rankings for next season.
NFL playoffs top moments: From Caleb Williams' miracle TD to the Super Bowl MVP
Here's a look at the wild and woolly NFL postseason, from frigid temperatures to trick plays and Super Bowl MVPs.
'Go Hawks': Russell Wilson tops reaction to Seahawks' Super Bowl LX title
The Seahawks are Super Bowl champions. Here's how social media reacted to the Super Bowl win.
We ranked every Super Bowl champion, 1-60: How do the 2025 Seahawks stack up?
How good was the 2025 Seahawks team? We ranked the Super Bowl LX winner against the other 59 champions.
Commanders' extension and free agent decisions, from Laremy Tunsil to Zach Ertz
A look at the players Washington will have to think hardest about this offseason.
What the Bengals could learn from the Rams since Super Bowl LVI
The Rams stockpiled draft picks and used them wisely, remaining a contender while the Bengals fell off.
Who's really in charge in Minnesota? Answering 6 key questions after Vikings fired their GM
A look at what's next for coach Kevin O'Connell and QB J.J. McCarthy as the Vikings seek a new GM.
A do-over of the 2025 NFL draft: Let's redraft the first 64 picks
Abdul Carter to the Jets? Tyler Shough to the Browns? Emeka Egbuka to the 49ers?
Reid's updated NFL draft rankings: Who jumped up the board after the Senior Bowl?
Jordan Reid ranked the top 50 players in the 2026 NFL draft class, including scouting reports and standouts at every position.
Bucks reach deal with former Nets guard Thomas
Cam Thomas, who was waived by the Nets earlier this week, has agreed to a deal with the Milwaukee Bucks.
✍ Trade grades: Reactions for every transaction
The Cavaliers, Celtics, Hawks, Mavericks and Warriors are among the teams that have made trades. We're grading every deal.
Wizards GM expects Davis to return this season
Wizards general manager Will Dawkins says he expects Anthony Davis to return to the court this season.
Rockets' Sengun named All-Star to replace SGA
Houston's Alperen Sengun will replace injured reigning MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander in the NBA All-Star Game and will play for the World team.
Sources: Pistons convert Jenkins to standard deal
The Detroit Pistons are signing two-way guard Daniss Jenkins to a two-year contract, with a team option for 2026-27.
Two-time champ Lillard headlines 3-point contest
The NBA announced the participants for the 3-point contest on All-Star Saturday, headlined by the surprise addition of two-time champion Damian Lillard.
OKC to get JDub back; Lakers without Luka again
Thunder star Jalen Williams is cleared to return for Monday's game against the Lakers, while Luka Doncic is set to miss his second straight game.
Play-in push or lottery pick? What's ahead for Giannis and the Bucks
The trade deadline passed Thursday, and Giannis Antetokounmpo is still on the Bucks. What's next for Milwaukee and its superstar?
What this NBA trade deadline revealed: Teams are finding new ways to tank
Much to the irritation of some league insiders, the trade deadline was more than just a flurry of moves: It showed the next evolution in teams racing to the bottom.
Harden for Garland: Grading this NBA point guard blockbuster
James Harden is a Cavalier. Darius Garland is a Clipper. Kevin Pelton grades each side of the trade.
'It's over. Guys are gone': What James Harden and the Clippers realized before the shocking trade
The Harden trade was a mutual recognition as much as an admission -- that the 11-time All-Star had a better chance to win elsewhere, and a tumultuous era in LA was effectively over.
Winners, losers and what's next: How the Cavs, Thunder got better
After a wild week of superstar movement, Zach Kram unveils his winners and losers of the trade deadline.
What NBA insiders are watching amid trade deadline aftermath
Tim Bontemps canvases the league after the trade deadline's grand finale, which now sets up a fascinating summer.
Steph Curry: Excited about Porzingis trade; knee injury 'trending in the right direction'
Steph Curry talks through his right knee injury, the Warriors' trade deadline and what Jimmy Butler's injury meant to the franchise.
What fantasy managers should do with red-hot Cooper Flagg, Saddiq Bey
Should fantasy basketball managers keep or trade players like Cooper Flagg, DeMar DeRozan and Ty Jerome?
How the Wizards and Jazz jumped the line in free agency with big trades
Why did the Wizards and Jazz trade for All-Stars now? They're already thinking about 2027.
AD to the Wizards?! Grading the shocking trade, and why one team came out on top
Anthony Davis joins Washington in an eight-player trade. What's next for the Wizards and the Mavericks?
LeBron is in, Kawhi is out: Answering four questions about the All-Star reserves
Breaking down the NBA All-Star rosters, including snubs and biggest surprises.
NBA 2026 All-Star Game uniforms and court unveiled, inspired by Los Angeles and new format
This marks the ninth straight year Jordan Brand has designed uniforms for the All-Star Game, which will be held at the Intuit Dome in Inglewood, California, home of the LA Clippers.
🏈 12 teams that improved their CFP chances
With signing day closing many team's personnel moves, we look at the teams ready to make long postseason runs.
SEC distributes $1B-plus between its 16 schools
The SEC is distributing more than $1 billion -- an increase of more than $200 million -- to its 16 universities for the 2024-25 fiscal year, which ended last August.
UGA's Seymour charged with damaging property
Georgia DT London Seymour, son of Pro Football Hall of Famer Richard Seymour, was arrested Jan. 29 after he and three other men allegedly caused damage to 11 doors in two UGA dormitories on Dec. 5-6.
Arizona extends Brennan through 2030 season
Arizona has signed football coach Brent Brennan to a two-year contract extension through the 2030 season that will pay him $4.7 million annually.
WR Edrine charged with rape, no longer at UVA
Jahmal Edrine was arrested Thursday and charged with one count of rape and one count of abduction. Virginia said he is no longer enrolled.
Sources: Rutgers to hire S.D.'s Johansen as DC
Rutgers is expected to hire South Dakota head coach Travis Johansen as the school's new defensive coordinator, sources told ESPN.
QB Mendoza: Combine throwing not a 'priority'
Indiana quarterback and presumptive No. 1 pick Fernando Mendoza explained his decision not to throw during the NFL scouting combine, saying he preferred to use the opportunity to help his Hoosiers…
N.D. State joins Mountain West for football in '26
North Dakota State, which has won 10 of the last 15 FCS national titles, has joined the Mountain West Conference as a football-only member starting in 2026.
Trial opens in 2006 killing of Miami player Pata
Rashaun Jones, 39, has remained in custody for the last 4½ years amid court delays and changes in attorneys on both sides.
Who will hoist the Heisman in 2026? A way-too-early look
We size up next season's most likely contenders for college football's highest individual honor.
Final 2026 recruit rankings: Who can play early? Who has NFL upside?
Before the Class of 2026 takes on college football, we look at who's ready to make an impact.
The best of the 2026 recruiting class, by position
How elite are the Nos. 1 and 2 recruits in the 2026 class? We analyze each position and break down who can be sleepers.
Reid's updated NFL draft rankings: Who jumped up the board after the Senior Bowl?
Jordan Reid ranked the top 50 players in the 2026 NFL draft class, including scouting reports and standouts at every position.
Wetzel: Standing on the brink of anything-goes NCAA eligibility
By not controlling who is eligible, the NCAA is losing the ability to function as an organizing athletic body.
Ranking the top 100 players in the college football transfer portal
The transfer portal closed Jan. 16. Here's your guide to the best players on the move this offseason.
Sources: Goldschmidt, Yanks finalizing 1-year deal
First baseman Paul Goldschmidt is finalizing a one-year contract to return to the Yankees, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan on Friday.
O's beat Akin in arbitration in first win for clubs
The Orioles won their salary arbitration case against pitcher Keegan Akin, the first victory for teams this year after five decisions in favor of players.
Ex-MLB player Puig found guilty in gambling probe
A jury has found ex-major league outfielder Yasiel Puig guilty of obstruction of justice and lying to federal officials, the U.S. Attorney's Office said Friday.
NBC hires Kershaw, Rizzo, Votto as MLB analysts
Clayton Kershaw, Anthony Rizzo and Joey Votto have been hired as analysts by NBC when it returns to broadcasting Major League Baseball this season.
Lakers look to model team after champion Dodgers
The Lakers are working with the Dodgers in the hopes of modeling the team's practices and structure after the back-to-back World Series champions.
Former MLB speedster Terrance Gore dies at 34
Terrance Gore, a dynamic baserunner whose speed impacted postseason games for the better part of a decade, has died at age 34.
Red Sox get Durbin in 6-player trade with Brewers
The Red Sox filled a need at third base with the acquisition of Caleb Durbin in a six-player trade with the Brewers that sent left-hander Kyle Harrison to Milwaukee.
Sources: Ex-Braves slugger Ozuna joins Pirates
The Pirates have agreed to a one-year, $12 million deal with veteran slugger Marcell Ozuna, sources confirmed to ESPN.
↔️ Free agency tracker: Offseason trades, moves
We've got you covered on all the major MLB hot stove signings and trades.
An intradivision swap? Trade proposals that could shake up the start of spring training
Who has a big hole to fill? We found the biggest and propose deals to fix the imbalances.
Baseball is back! The stars, teams and themes we can't wait to see in spring training
Here's what has us most excited as MLB players report this week to Arizona and Florida.
Ranking the top 10 prospects in all 30 MLB farm systems
Who is rising in every major league farm system? Kiley McDaniel digs in.
2026 predictions for MLB's top prospects
Which young players will do big things on the diamond in the year ahead? Our experts weigh in.
Top 100 prospects for 2026: This year's No. 1 is in a tier of his own
Where do stars of tomorrow land as we rank baseball's best young players?
How bright is your MLB team's future? Kiley McDaniel ranks all 30 farm systems
How bright is your favorite club's future? Here's how every organization stacks up entering the 2026 season.
Draft guide: Rankings, tips, strategy, stats and more
All the rankings, projections, cheat sheets, strategy and analysis you need for the fantasy baseball season.
Fantasy baseball's $100 man: Why you need to break the bank for Shohei Ohtani
Shohei Ohtani is an elite option no matter the fantasy baseball league format, but can you afford to miss out on him in salary-cap leagues?
MLB offseason grades: Red Sox get infielder Durbin in trade with Brewers
We've got you covered with grades and analysis on every winter signing and big offseason trade.
Olney and Passan's MLB offseason lessons -- and what they mean for baseball's future
From more outrage over MLB's top spenders to what to make of deals that never happened, here's what we learned this winter.
Behind the scenes at Driveline: How the lab that gave pitchers an edge is helping hitters, too
We got an all-access pass to a two-day MLB training session in Scottsdale, Arizona.
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