Early look at the Stanley Cup Final: Golden Knight...
The series begins Tuesday on ABC, but here's a head start on all the intel you need to know.
Five reasons the Hurricanes will win the Stanley C...
Here are the factors that will determine the Stanley Cup Final -- and why the Canes will come out on top.
🏒 Free agency tiers: The best players available
From All-Stars and award winners down to diamonds in the rough, here's who will be available this summer.
Cassidy: 'Upsetting' Vegas blocking interviews
Golden Knights coach Bruce Cassidy told the Spittin' Chiclets podcast that it's "upsetting" he can't interview with other clubs after Vegas management declined reported requests by Edmonton and Los…
Canes barrel into Cup Final with Game 5 blowout
Losers of three conference finals since 2019, the Hurricanes celebrated their first Stanley Cup Final berth in two decades after eliminating the Canadiens 6-1 in Game 5.
Canes favored over VGK to hoist Stanley Cup
Having finally gotten over the conference finals hump, the Hurricanes are favored over the Golden Knights as they head into their first Stanley Cup Final since 2006.
Five-time All-Star forward Dennis Hull dies at 81
Dennis Hull, the two-way NHL forward who starred alongside superstar brother Bobby Hull with the Blackhawks, helped Canada win the 1972 Summit Series over the Soviet Union and appeared in five NHL…
Panthers captain Barkov, Finland eliminate Canada
Led by Aleksander Barkov, captain and two-time Stanley Cup champ for the Florida Panthers who missed the entire NHL season with an injury, Finland upset Canada 4-2 Saturday in Zurich, setting up the…
Lemieux's brain being donated for CTE research
Claude Lemieux's brain is being donated to the Boston University CTE Center to research the long-term effects of repetitive brain injuries, his family said.
Young players in need of a change: Michkov, Nemec,...
Who could be next season's Trevor Zegras or Kirby Dach? Here are 12 candidates from around the league.
Grades and takeaways from Hurricanes' series-clinc...
Carolina dominated again in Game 5 to eliminate Montreal. Here's what it all means, with a look ahead.
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.
Heard around the postseason: Latest on Matthews, M...
Could there be big changes in Toronto? What's going on in Minnesota with Quinn Hughes? We check in on all the latest buzz around the NHL with the postseason winding down.
Offseason changes bring new look to Commanders: 'W...
Here are the changes on offense and defense that Washington has made -- so far -- this offseason.
What A.J. Brown would bring to the Patriots' offen...
An Eagles' trade with New England for the receiver has been rumored for months. Could it happen this week?
🏈 Simulating trades for Coleman, Kmet, more
We proposed trade offers for Keon Coleman, Cole Kmet, Anthony Richardson Sr. and Kayvon Thibodeaux. Could any of them be on the move?
CMC: Workload monitored in practice, not games
49ers running back Christian McCaffrey said he doesn't want a lighter workload this season after leading the NFL with 413 touches last season.
Reid: Jailed Rice learning life lesson right now
While most of the Chiefs participated in voluntary workouts this week, Rashee Rice was back in Texas serving his 30-day jail sentence after violating the terms of his probation for his role in a car…
49ers' Bosa 'far along' in rehab, eyes camp return...
49ers defensive end Nick Bosa said he is making progress recovering from a torn ACL and could be back for the start of training camp or soon after, barring any setbacks.
Source: Steelers assistant fired for misconduct
The Steelers have fired senior special teams assistant Derius Swinton II for a violation of club policy, sources told ESPN.
Nacua 'grateful' to Rams for support after lawsuit...
Puka Nacua said he is "grateful for the support" from the Rams organization after a civil lawsuit was filed against him in March.
Sources: Giants fear Olszewski has torn Achilles
Giants wide receiver Gunner Olszewski went down during OTAs with a noncontact injury that the team fears is a torn Achilles tendon, sources told ESPN.
Carter, Dart express unity after Trump dispute
Giants teammates Jaxson Dart and Abdul Carter expressed solidarity Friday following their "disagreement" over the quarterback's involvement in an event for President Donald Trump.
Sources: Vikings hire Seahawks' Teasley as GM
The Vikings have hired Nolan Teasley as their general manager, sources told NFL Network, concluding an unusual chapter for the franchise.
Solak picks the 10 most improved units through off...
Let's stack the 10 biggest upgrades at specific positions since the end of last season, including three teams' linebacker units.
Garrett Wilson and Jets find inspiration in Knicks...
Wilson offered a presumably unwitting shoutout to another memorable New York sports team -- the 1973 Mets -- in his commentary on the Knicks and sports in the Big Apple.
Let's evaluate every NFC team's offseason: 16 team...
We're picking out the offseason's highs (Vikings getting Kyler Murray on the veterans minimum) and lows (Niners taking Kaelon Black in Round 3) for every NFC team.
NBA offseason guides: Draft, free agency, trade ta...
For all but two NBA teams, the offseason is here. What lies ahead for the Thunder, Cavs, Pistons, Lakers, Warriors and every eliminated team?
Takeaways: Wemby, Spurs close out Thunder
Here's everything we learned from tan epic series that saw San Antonio oust the defending champion.
NBA Finals preview: Everything that will decide Knicks-Spurs
The red-hot Knicks face the rising young Spurs. Our experts examine everything to know ahead of Wednesday's Game 1 (8:30 ET, ABC)
KO'd by Spurs, OKC says no excuses, 'get better'
The Thunder tipped their cap to the Spurs after a disappointing Game 7 loss and set out to "try to get over the hump" against a team that looms as a long-term roadblock.
👀 Top reactions to Spurs reaching NBA Finals
The sports world had plenty to say about the San Antonio Spurs reaching the NBA Finals.
Copy of Sources: NBA's BOG passes anti-tanking changes
The NBA's board of governors voted overwhelmingly Thursday to change the league's draft lottery format, including expanding from 14 to 16 teams, as well as anti-tanking measures, the league announced.
Dončić invests in Rome team eyeing NBA Europe
Luka Dončić is teaming up with former Mavericks executive Donnie Nelson to bring basketball to Rome, with the team also submitting a bid to join the developing NBA Europe league.
Sources: Knicks' Robinson to play after surgery
Knicks center Mitchell Robinson plans to play in Game 1 of the NBA Finals while wearing a brace on his hand after undergoing surgery on his broken right pinkie finger, sources told ESPN.
Copy of Sources: Magic near deal to hire Spurs' Sweeney
The Orlando Magic are finalizing a deal to hire San Antonio Spurs associate head coach Sean Sweeney as the franchise's new head coach, sources told ESPN on Friday.
Sources: 76ers make Cavs' Gansey new ops prez
Cleveland Cavaliers general manager Mike Gansey finalized a multiyear deal to become the new president of basketball operations for the Philadelphia 76ers, his agent, Bret Just of WME Basketball, told…
WCF win moves Wemby closer to 'childhood dream'
The Spurs eliminated the defending champion Thunder in Game 7 of the Western Conference finals, a 111-103 victory fueled by center Victor Wembanyama's 22 points and seven rebounds.
Copy of ESPN's NBA mock draft simulator: Make picks as a g...
Think you could do better than your team's GM? Now's your chance with our updated NBA mock draft machine.
2026 NBA draft rankings: Top 100 prospects after c...
After the college withdrawal deadline, a wave of returners reshapes ESPN's latest top 100.
Big 12 coaches OK preference for 24-team CFP
Big 12 coaches are in unanimous agreement on their preference for a 24-team College Football Playoff.
Sankey: SEC best 'by far' despite B1G dominance
SEC commissioner Greg Sankey said his league still "stands alone" despite the Big Ten winning the past three national titles and holding a 4-0 record against the SEC over the past three seasons in…
LSU AD stresses SEC unity after Kiffin comments
In reaction to the controversial comments made recently by his head coach, Lane Kiffin, first-year LSU athletic director Verge Ausberry told ESPN on Thursday that he has spoken with his coaches about…
Gordon, UCLA 2-sport frosh, in portal for track
UCLA's Karson Gordon has entered the NCAA transfer portal as a track and field athlete with plans to play football, he confirmed on social media Friday.
McGuire: TTU willing to play Texas in Week 1
After Texas coach Steve Sarkisian made headlines by torching Texas Tech's strength of schedule, Red Raiders coach Joey McGuire shot back with an open invitation for the Horns to pay a visit to…
Sorsby bet on IU at least 40 times as Hoosiers QB
Brendan Sorsby placed at least 40 bets involving Indiana football as a Hoosiers quarterback and used sportsbook accounts registered to a family member and friends to wager approximately $90,000 over…
Big 12 first P4 conference in full CSC agreement
The Big 12 is becoming the first Power Four conference to have each of its members sign participation agreements with the College Sports Commission.
NCAA: Sorsby's college career should be over
The NCAA says it would become the first major American sports league to allow an athlete who bet on their own games to continue to compete if a district court were to grant Texas Tech's Brendan Sorsby…
What we learned walking the halls at SEC and Big T...
What are the consequences of expanding the playoff? We asked Big Ten and SEC power brokers to weigh in.
The Pac-12 is back! Will Boise State rule this lea...
It still doesn't have 12 teams, but the conference has a new look with Mountain West heavyweights joining Oregon State and Washington State.
Fantasy Baseball Forecaster for Week 10: June 1-7
Set your lineups for the week ahead in fantasy baseball with our preview featuring pitcher rankings, hitter ratings and schedule observations.
How worried should fans be? Is a salary cap (and f...
Why is the league pushing for a cap -- and why is the MLBPA so opposed? Here's what you need to know as baseball's CBA battle begins.
Copy of Updated 2026 MLB mock draft: Most likely first pic...
Who is rising up your team's draft board? Here's what we're hearing about the first 40 picks.
🍌 The man behind the Savannah Bananas' moves
Choreographer Maceo Harrison found his purpose in dance. It led him to a stage he never could have imagined.
Mize lands on IL, further depleting Tigers' rotati...
The Tigers have placed starter Casey Mize on the 15-day injured list with right adductor inflammation.
Mets bump Peterson from rotation for Manaea
The Mets are demoting David Peterson, an All-Star in 2025, to the bullpen and replacing him in the rotation with Sean Manaea.
Twins designate Woods Richardson for assignment
The Twins have designated struggling starting pitcher Simeon Woods Richardson for assignment and recalled rookie John Klein.
A's Severino goes on IL with right shoulder strain...
The Athletics have placed starter Luis Severino on the 15-day injured list with a strained right shoulder after he left his previous start after one inning.
Mazzilli, Valentine enshrined in Mets Hall of Fame...
Lee Mazzilli and Bobby Valentine, longtime friends who represent two different eras of the New York Mets, were inducted into the team's Hall of Fame together.
ChiSox 1B Murakami (hamstring) out 4-6 weeks
White Sox slugger Munetaka Murakami is expected to miss four to six weeks with a Grade 2 right hamstring strain, manager Will Venable announced Saturday.
Tatis hits 451-foot HR to end MLB-worst drought
Fernando Tatis Jr., in an MLB-worst drought, finally hit his first homer of the season with a 451-foot solo shot to left field against the Nationals.
A's get wrong end of ABS gaffe against Yankees
The ABS system appeared to hit a rare glitch when a pitch to A's left fielder Tyler Soderstrom was confirmed as a strike even though the replay showed it missed the zone by a little less than an inch.
How a photographer captured Nolan Ryan's bloody jersey and created a 'Texas demigod'
Linda Kaye immortalized the pitcher in 1990, and their bond lasted for years.
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