3-time Lady Byng winner Kopitar among finalists
Montreal's Cole Caufield, Los Angeles' Anze Kopitar and Ottawa's Jake Sanderson are the finalists for the Lady Byng Memorial Trophy, the NHL award for best sportsmanship.
🤔 Keys to offseason for every eliminated team
We explore the next moves each team should make this summer and forecast expectations for 2026-27.
Crosby hopes Penguins 'family' stays together
Sidney Crosby is hoping the end of the Penguins' season Wednesday night wasn't the end of his and Kris Letang's time playing with Evgeni Malkin.
Flyers eliminate Penguins in 6 on York's OT winner...
Cam York scored 17:32 into overtime and chucked his stick into the stands in a wild celebration to send the Flyers into the second round for the first time in six years with a 1-0 Game 6 win over the…
Campbell won't return to Kraken, sources say
Jessica Campbell will not return to the Kraken bench next season.
Wild def. Stars for 1st playoff series win since '...
Quinn Hughes led Minnesota to its first playoff series victory in 11 years, scoring twice in the Wild's 5-2 victory over Dallas in Game 6 on Thursday night.
Ducks finish off Oilers in Game 6, reach 2nd round...
The Anaheim Ducks eliminated Connor McDavid the two-time defending Western Conference champion Edmonton Oilers with a 5-2 victory in Game 6 of their first-round playoff series.
Why the Rams see Simpson as Stafford's heir appare...
The Rams eyed Simpson early in the process -- and just didn't let on.
Does the Rams' Stafford-Simpson approach make sens...
Matthew Stafford just won MVP, but the Rams still drafted Ty Simpson. Are there precedents for this working?
What NFL scouts, coaches, execs are saying about a...
One week since the start of the 2026 NFL draft, what are league sources saying about all 32 classes?
Miller: Ranking the 100 best NFL draft picks of 20...
Matt Miller picked out his 100 favorite selections, factoring in value, fit and trades.
Fantasy football rankings for 2026 season
Fantasy football rankings for the upcoming season, for PPR leagues, as well as IDP and dynasty setups.
Fantasy football winners and losers post-NFL draft...
Which players benefited most from the happenings during draft weekend, and which saw their stock fall the most.
Tracking fifth-year options for 2023 first-rounder...
The deadline for teams to pick up the fifth-year option on rookie contracts is Friday. Who has had their options picked up?
Makai Lemon to wear No. 9, first Eagle since Nick ...
The Philadelphia Eagles first round pick received Nick Foles' blessing to wear No. 9.
Texans, LB Al-Shaair agree to 3-year extension
The Texans and linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair have reached agreement on a three-year, $54 million extension, according to NFL Network.
Sources: Giants' Slayton has core-muscle surgery
Giants wide receiver Darius Slayton had surgery for a core-muscle injury recently and is expected to be sidelined throughout the Giants' offseason program this spring, sources told NFL Network.
Bengals decline DE Murphy's option, source says
The Bengals are not picking up the fifth-year option for defensive end Myles Murphy, a source told ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.
Sources: Steelers not picking up option on Jones
Tackle Broderick Jones, who continues to recover from offseason neck surgery, won't have his fifth-year option picked up by the Steelers, sources told ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.
Source: Vet DE Campbell reuniting with Ravens
Veteran defensive end Calais Campbell, who played with the Ravens from 2020 to 2022, is returning to sign a one-year deal with Baltimore, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter.
Browns break ground on stadium targeted for '29
Browns owner Jimmy Haslam and NFL commissioner Roger Goodell were on hand for the groundbreaking ceremony for the team's new domed stadium scheduled to open for the 2029 season.
💍 J.J. McCarthy marries his longtime girlfriend
The Minnesota Vikings quarterback proposed to his longtime girlfriend in January 2024.
Source: Pack pick up Van Ness' fifth-year option
Despite recording only 8.5 sacks over his first three NFL seasons, Packers defensive end Lukas Van Ness had the fifth-year option picked up on his rookie deal, a source confirmed to ESPN on Thursday.
Simmons retires as Bronco: 'My heart, my home'
Two-time Pro Bowl safety Justin Simmons announced Wednesday that he is retiring from the NFL as a member of the Broncos.
Reid's early NFL mock draft for next year: Which 2...
We're still a full year out, but let's make way-too-early predictions for every first-round pick of the 2027 NFL draft. Will Arch Manning go No. 1? Jeremiah Smith?
Why Cowboys' Jerry Jones isn't afraid to trade wit...
Dallas made yet another draft-day trade with Philly and the hope is that its string of success continues.
32 draft-day trades that will always be remembered...
NFL Nation looks back at the draft deals that produced memorable outcomes -- good or bad -- for their teams.
UFL Power Rankings: Calling on a Magic 8-Ball to a...
At the halfway point of the season, defending champ DC is surging, while Birmingham still hasn't found its footing.
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.
West playoff takeaways: Timberwolves move on to Ro...
Here's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the Western Conference's first round.
East playoff takeaways: Knicks dominate Hawks in G...
Here's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the Eastern Conference's first round.
NBA calls for tighter prediction market restrictio...
The NBA asked the nation's top commodities regulator Thursday to impose tighter restrictions on players, game officials and team staff to ensure prediction markets don't undermine sports integrity and…
Sources: KD out again for Game 6 due to ankle
Kevin Durant will not play in Game 6 against the Lakers because of the ankle injury that has sidelined the Rockets star for most of Houston's first-round playoff series, sources told ESPN.
Daniels, Robinson tossed in Hawks-Knicks scuffle
Atlanta's Dyson Daniels and New York's Mitchell Robinson were ejected from Game 6 of the Hawks-Knicks playoff series Thursday night after a fight that prompted offsetting technical fouls.
Wolves eliminate Nuggets as McDaniels scores 32
Jaden McDaniels had 32 points and 10 rebounds as Minnesota eliminated Denver with a 110-98 victory in Game 6 on Thursday night.
Maxey, George deliver as Sixers push Celts to G7
In perhaps their best all-around game of the season, the Sixers got strong performances from Tyrese Maxey, Paul George and Joel Embiid to win 106-93 and force a Game 7 against the Celtics.
Knicks' 47-point halftime lead sets playoff record...
The Knicks set an NBA playoff record with a 47-point halftime lead over the Hawks, on their way to the biggest playoff victory in franchise history and a berth in the second round.
😈 SGA trolls Brooks: 'Realize who the villain is'...
The Oklahoma City Thunder star edited the Phoenix Suns guard's jersey to troll him after advancing past them in the playoffs.
Wall becomes Howard's prez of basketball ops
Five-time NBA All-Star John Wall has become the president of basketball operations at Howard University, returning to Washington to partner with the top-ranked HBCU in the country, school officials…
Magic rule Wagner out for Game 6 vs. Pistons
Franz Wagner will miss his second straight game because of a calf strain, as it appears increasingly unlikely that he will return in this series.
NBA Futures: Spurs, Celtics both +500 to win champ...
Houston remains a big long shot for the NBA championship while Detroit's odds shortened to 40-1 after Wednesday.
LeBron goes deep on MJ, Bronny and his NBA legacy
In a series of interviews with ESPN, James discusses the GOAT debate, which of his records he thinks is unbreakable and what he's going to do after basketball.
The redemption of Rudy and four more trends poweri...
ESPN's Zach Kram analyzes the most important developments coming out of the postseason's first round.
For DiVincenzo: Timberwolves turn Game 6 arrival i...
The Timberwolves guard suffered a torn Achilles in Game 4 of the first round series against the Nuggets.
Rare Air: Kobe Bryant's signed, game-worn Jordan I...
The size 14 Jordans were photo-matched by MeiGray to games against the Spurs and Rockets from the streak.
Karl-Anthony Towns, Jordyn Woods spotted on double...
The couples met up for a double date in New York City after the Knicks' Game 5 win.
New NBA mock draft! Projecting all 60 picks ahead ...
As the 2026 NBA draft lottery approaches -- it's Sunday, May 10, on ABC -- we have an updated mock draft of all 60 picks.
Try out the NBA draft lottery simulator: Which tea...
Our draft lottery simulator allows users to model the 14-team field and play out the lottery.
Kawhi Leonard trade guide: Four deals that could l...
The Clippers have massive questions coming into the 2026 offseason -- and none bigger than the future of their superstar wing.
Copy of How a trade 19 years ago is *still* helping the Ok...
Little did anyone know on July 11, 2007, that a minor trade between the Seattle SuperSonics and the Orlando Magic would change NBA history.
NBA offseason guides: Draft, free agency, trade ta...
Summer is here for 18 NBA franchises. What lies ahead for the Hawks, Blazers, Suns, Warriors and every eliminated team?
💰 Wetzel: Brendan Sorsby's gambling scandal
Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby's decision to get treatment for gambling addiction feels like an inevitable result of a sports betting boom. The NCAA has to hope it doesn't get worse.
Texas A&M lands third 2027 five-star in OT Brown
Texas A&M landed its third five-star recruit in the 2027 cycle in offensive tackle Kennedy Brown, No. 5 in the SC Next 300.
Reports: Big 12 reaches 5-year private equity deal...
The Big 12 is the first conference in major college sports to strike a league-wide, private capital deal.
La. Tech cleared for move to Sun Belt this summer
Conference USA and Louisiana Tech have agreed on a settlement that will allow the Bulldogs to depart the league for the Sun Belt Conference this summer.
Gators get commit from No. 1 center in '27 class
The Florida Gators continued their momentum on the high school recruiting trail with a commitment from Peyton Miller, ESPN's No. 1 center in the Class of 2027.
Ex-Bama DT pleads guilty after posing as NFLers
Ex-Alabama DT Luther Davis entered guilty pleas in federal court in Atlanta to one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud and one count of aggravated identity theft. Prosecutors say Davis pretended…
Optimistic Baker: New age rules not retroactive
NCAA president Charlie Baker, who is "pretty optimistic" the age-based eligibility proposal will pass, told ESPN that the implementation is not expected to include athletes who graduated or exhausted…
Copy of Sources: NCAA eyes star QB Sorsby for gambling
Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby is checking into a residential treatment program for a gambling addiction, sources told ESPN.
Haven, No. 1 overall QB in '27, chooses Alabama
Alabama secured the No. 1 overall quarterback in the Class of 2027, gaining a commitment from five-star passer Elijah Haven, a 6-foot-5, 220-pound prospect from Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Replacing the first round of the NFL draft: Who's ...
The teams that lost first-round players will be looking for the next man up.
Reid's early NFL mock draft for next year: Which 2...
We're still a full year out, but let's make way-too-early predictions for every first-round pick of the 2027 NFL draft. Will Arch Manning go No. 1? Jeremiah Smith?
Notre Dame heads into 2026 with a QB it hasn't had...
CJ Carr is forging his own path with the Irish. He could also be the QB to lead them to a title.
Revealing 2026's Prospect X, his unique backstory and dramatic NFL draft journey
This year's diamond in the NFL scouting rough ended up getting drafted. You won't believe his story.
Top 25 portal classes: Re-evaluating Texas Tech af...
These teams nailed their top targets or won a QB battle. Others had to reload at quite a few positions.
25 players you'll find out about this college foot...
Someone from each of the top teams you may not know now, but will by the end of the 2026 season.
What to know about Brendan Sorsby's situation and ...
The high-profile transfer's future is up in the air. It leaves Tech with big questions.
How Diego Pavia helped Vanderbilt land the five-star QB who could replace him
Freshman Jared Curtis flipped from Georgia to the Commodores in hopes of continuing the success of the past two seasons.
In email, thankful Cora confident in Sox's future
In an email to the organization Wednesday, a copy of which was obtained by Mass Live, Alex Cora expressed thanks for his time in Boston as both a player and a manager, despite a poor start to the 2026…
🤔 What's next for Phillies after firing Thomson
Philly decided it was time for a change after a 9-19 start. Will the Phils improve under interim manager Don Mattingly?
Red Sox ace Crochet to IL after rocky start to '26...
The Red Sox placed ace Garrett Crochet on the 15-day IL with inflammation in his pitching shoulder.
Brewers' Woodruff exits amid big drop in velocity
Brewers pitcher Brandon Woodruff was undergoing tests Thursday to determine what led to the drop in velocity that caused him to leave his start against Arizona during the second inning.
Yankees' Rodon allows 1 run in 2nd rehab outing
Yankees pitcher Carlos Rodon struck out eight over 5⅓ innings Thursday night in his second minor league rehabilitation outing.
Alvarez ends April with 12th HR to tie for MLB lea...
Yordan Alvarez ended the month of April with a bang, going 3-for-4 in the second game of Thursday's doubleheader, including his 12th home run to tie for the MLB lead.
Two good: Phillies walk off both ends of split DH
Philadelphia swept both games of a split doubleheader against the visiting San Francisco Giants and did so in impressive fashion: with walk-off wins in each and the same pitcher, Chase Shugart…
'Not good enough': Woeful Mets end April 10-21
The Mets fell to the Nationals 5-4 on Thursday at Citi Field to finish April with the worst record in baseball at 10-21.
Reds put Williamson on IL with shoulder fatigue
The Cincinnati Reds placed left-handed starter Brandon Williamson on the 15-day injured list with left shoulder fatigue after undergoing an MRI on Thursday morning.
MLB Power Rankings: How far have these NL powerhou...
A number of preseason playoff favorites are still struggling, while a couple of unexpected contenders continue their rise up our list.
Meet the All-April team -- and the biggest early d...
Who's atop the majors one month into the 2026 season? We identify stars and disappointments at every position.
Is Mike Trout back? Who is the best hitter in base...
What stands out as the calendar turns to May? Let's break down the biggest early trends.
Trout remains in top-10 form? Stewart wins NL rook...
Eric Karabell looks into the crystal ball to tell fantasy baseball managers what might come to pass in the not-too-distant future.
ESPN's MLB Bat Flip Championship Belt: Does Josh N...
We're going to name a bat flip champion for 2026. Here's who holds the championship belt after the second battle of the season.
2026 ace rankings: The best starting pitchers
Who are the top pitchers in college baseball this season? Kiley McDaniel ranks his top 10.
MLB awards: Ohtani and Judge continue to lead MVP odds, Alvarez creeps closer in AL
Here are the current odds for MVP, Cy Young and Rookie of the Year in the AL and NL.
Every team's odds to win the 2026 World Series: Braves and Cubs enter conversation
Every MLB team's odds to win the 2026 World Series, led by the Dodgers with the slumping Mets way down the list.
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