Copy of Golden Knights take Game 1: Grades for both teams,...
What stood out most from Game 1 of the Western Conference finals and what to look for in Game 2.
Stanley Cup playoffs daily: What to watch in Hurri...
The first game of the Eastern Conference finals is upon us. Plus, highlights from Avs-Golden Knights.
Meet the Caniacs: Carolina's tailgating, BBQ-chowi...
The Hurricanes are fueled by a rowdy, outlandish crowd that brings a college football vibe to the NHL.
U.S. tops Germany in shootout at hockey worlds
Ryan Leonard scored the decisive penalty for the United States in a 4-3 shootout win over Germany at the ice hockey world championship on Wednesday.
Rebuilding Canucks fire first-year coach Foote
Adam Foote, after his first year as an NHL head coach, and three assistants were fired by the Canucks on Tuesday after compiling a 25-49-8 record.
Golden Knights strike first, down Avs to open seri...
Dylan Coghlan scored his first playoff goal to get Vegas rolling, Carter Hart made 36 saves, and the Golden Knights opened the Western Conference finals by holding off the Avalanche 4-2.
Canes' 11-day playoffs layoff is most since 1919
The Hurricanes, who swept their first two playoff series, will have gone 11 full days without a game prior to Game 1 vs. the Canadiens -- the longest layoff since 1919.
👀 Expert picks for Avs-Knights, Canes-Canadiens
With the puck dropping on the penultimate round clashes, who do our experts take in each series?
Montreal seals first PWHL title in Game 4 shutout
Abby Roque had two goals to lead the Montreal Victoire to their first PWHL championship with a 4-0 victory over the Ottawa Charge in Game 4 of the Walter Cup Finals.
Capitals re-sign D Liljegren to 2-year, $6.5M deal...
The Washington Capitals have re-signed defenseman Timothy Liljegren to a two-year contract worth $6.5 million, the team announced Wednesday.
Sabres reward coach Ruff with 2-year extension
The Buffalo Sabres have rewarded coach Lindy Ruff with a two-year contract extension after the 66-year old led Buffalo back to the NHL playoffs, ending a league-leading 14-year postseason appearance…
Avs feel 'trickle-down effect' with Makar sideline...
With star defenseman Cale Makar sidelined by an upper-body injury, the Avalanche hardly resembled the top-seeded team that rolled through the first two rounds during a 4-2 loss to the Golden Knights…
Conn Smythe Watch: Who's leading for Stanley Cup p...
Four teams remain alive in the postseason, with several legit candidates for playoff MVP.
Goalie confidence ratings, X factors for NHL's fin...
The semifinal round of the 2026 playoffs begins Wednesday. Here's what to know about all four clubs.
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.
The best, worst offseason moves of the AFC: Barnwe...
The Steelers signing Jamel Dean? Solid move. The Colts guaranteeing big money to Daniel Jones? Not so much. Let's pick out offseason highs and lows in the AFC.
Chiefs' Rice violates probation, ordered to jail
Chiefs receiver Rashee Rice has been sentenced to immediately serve 30 days in jail after testing positive for marijuana in violation of the terms of his probation.
Titans hire Gardi as executive VP of football ops
The Titans hired Dave Gardi, formerly of the Commanders, to be their executive vice president of football operations.
Colts' Ward 'whole' again after tragedy, injuries
After two seasons of heartbreak and injury, Colts cornerback Charvarius Ward, who pondered retirement, said he opted to return because he's in a better headspace.
Burrow: 2026 Bengals 'most talented' in my era
Quarterback Joe Burrow said he believes this year's Bengals squad is the most talented roster he's played with since joining the franchise.
Raiders' Kubiak: Mendoza has been 'as advertised'
QB Fernando Mendoza has made a strong impression in his first month with the Raiders, with coach Klint Kubiak saying the No. 1 pick has been "as advertised."
Browns HC praises Sanders: 'Come a long way'
Browns coach Todd Monken praised quarterback Shedeur Sanders' development Wednesday, saying the second-year player has "come a long way."
Rodgers says he'll retire after season: 'This is i...
Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers said Wednesday that the 2026 season will be the last of his Hall of Fame-worthy career.
Eagles LB Smith arrested after car clocked at 135
Eagles linebacker Nolan Smith Jr. was arrested Friday and accused of speeding and reckless driving in Georgia, the Twiggs County Sheriff's Office told ESPN.
🏈 How owners have fared when getting involved
Some owners like Jeffrey Lurie and Clark Hunt helped land franchise quarterbacks, while others -- like Jimmy Haslam -- were less fortunate.
Perfect team fits for 14 remaining NFL free agents...
Let's find new homes for 14 players who are still available, including Stefon Diggs and Jadeveon Clowney.
Which rookies will make the biggest 2026 impact? W...
Let's predict the NFL's top rookies in 10 different stats for the 2026 season. Who will lead in rushing yards? Touchdowns? Sacks?
How Derrick Henry's brief injury scare underscores...
The running back's continuity has stabilized one of the most unsettled positions in recent Baltimore history.
A welcome-to-the-NFL moment in the third grade? Co...
As Carlie Irsay-Gordon emerges from her father's shadow, criticism becomes a bigger part of the job, but she's prepared.
Can the Steelers win with a 42-year-old quarterbac...
Does Rodgers have anything left? Will the Steelers' offense look the same as it did in 2025? And can running it back actually work for Pittsburgh?
Day 'N' Nite: From concert to Bengals practice for...
Fresh off a concert in Cincinnati, Kid Cudi rolled through to catch Burrow and the Bengals as they ramp up their preparation for the upcoming season.
John Harbaugh references Ravens' firing in speech ...
Harbaugh lightheartedly used his firing by the Baltimore Ravens as an example of resilience.
Chiefs who? This summer, Kansas City is all-in on the World Cup
The FIFA World Cup is the biggest event to ever come to Kansas City, and the locals are ready to impress.
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.
Copy of How 34 generations of ancient warrior training hel...
Here's how monks in central China helped turn Victor Wembanyama into what he has now become: the most unstoppable force in basketball.
Copy of NBA playoff takeaways: Thunder take Game 2 at home...
Here's what we've learned -- and what's next for the Spurs-Thunder series.
Ranking every possible Finals series: Which matchu...
Spurs-Knicks!? Thunder-Cavaliers!? As the top teams in the East and West battle for an NBA Finals bid, let's break down all four possible series.
The Cavs were 'in the wilderness' after LeBron lef...
The clock is ticking on Cleveland's core, even though the franchise is back in the conference finals for the first time since the LeBron James era ended.
New York's best offense? Whoever just switched ont...
New York's massive Game 1 comeback was built off attacking Harden. What can Cleveland do to counter?
Spurs-Thunder Game 1 peaked at 12M viewers
San Antonio's 122-115 double-overtime victory over Oklahoma City on Monday night was the most-watched Western Conference Game 1 final in league history, averaging 9.2 million viewers on NBC and…
🏀 Thompson: Why 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.
Thunder tie series as SGA bounces back with 30
As they did twice during last season's title run, the Thunder bounced back from a series-opening loss, getting 30 points from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and forcing 21 turnovers to even the series…
Timberwolves prez seeks fix to 'not good enough'
After another blowout loss to end their season, the Timberwolves are planning an aggressive offseason to be part of the NBA's elite, team president of basketball operations Tim Connelly says.
Mavs' Ujiri owns 'very tough decision' to fire Kid...
Dallas Mavericks president Masai Ujiri said Wednesday the "very tough decision" to fire coach Jason Kidd was his and his alone.
Blazers lay off many business-side employees
The Portland Trail Blazers have laid off a significant number of business-side employees as part of a reorganization under new owner Tom Dundon.
Spurs, already minus Fox, lose Harper (hammy)
Dylan Harper suffered a right hamstring injury during the Spurs' loss to the Thunder in Game 2 of the Western Conference finals.
OKC's Jalen Williams exits G2 with tight hamstring...
Thunder wing Jalen Williams went to the locker room after receiving treatment on his left hamstring during the first half of Wednesday's Western Conference finals Game 2. The team later announced he…
Flagg, Knueppel lead way on All-Rookie 1st team
The NBA unveiled its All-Rookie selections Wednesday night, with the Mavs' Cooper Flagg, the Hornets' Kon Knueppel and the Sixers' VJ Edgecombe being unanimous picks for first-team honors.
Basketballs to blue marlins: Ben Simmons' sportfis...
The Sport Fishing Championship's South Florida Sails captured the Blue Marlin Open at Walker's Cay.
His Airness is on the line: Jordan reconnects with...
A former high school teacher had a bucket list item she wanted to check off while in hospice care: reconnect with her former student, Michael Jordan.
NBA draft asset tiers: Why OKC and San Antonio are...
The NBA's two best teams are also members of a group of franchises that control much of the next eight drafts.
Predicting all 60 picks, plus what we learned at t...
Jeremy Woo's updated mock draft and predicting all 60 picks after an exciting week at the 2026 NBA combine.
NBA coaching carousel: Kidd, Mavericks part ways -...
Orlando and Chicago are still looking for long-term fits, while New Orleans and Milwaukee have found their next coaches. Here's what lies ahead for each franchise.
Offseason guides: Draft, free agency, trade target...
What lies ahead for the Magic, Celtics, Nuggets, Warriors and every eliminated team?
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.
🏈 Many reasons why 24-team CFP does not work
Crowning a champ with a 12-team playoff hasn't fundamentally altered the sport, but doubling the field would.
AD Manuel seeking more 'steadiness' at Michigan
Michigan athletic director Warde Manuel is seeking more steadiness around the program after a period that featured football and men's basketball national titles but also several high-profile…
Oregon files suit seeking $10K from transfer Field...
Oregon has filed a lawsuit against former player Dakoda Fields saying he owes the school $10,000.
Petitti lays out 24-team reasoning, picks apart 16...
Big Ten commissioner Tony Petitti on Tuesday gave his first extensive public comments in support of a 24-team College Football Playoff model, making it clear the league has no interest in pursuing a…
Nebraska AD preaches patience on Rhule rebuild
Nebraska athletic director Troy Dannen told ESPN on Wednesday that he wants to give Matt Rhule time to rebuild after a 19-19 start to his Cornhuskers career.
Judge in Sorsby lawsuit vs. NCAA recuses himself
Phillip Hays, the judge initially assigned to Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby's eligibility lawsuit against the NCAA, has recused himself.
NAACP calls for boycott of some college programs
The NAACP on Tuesday launched the "Out of Bounds" campaign to urge Black athletes and fans to boycott some public universities over voting restrictions.
Mizzou's Hardy thankful, starts road to rehab
Ahmad Hardy is back in Missouri just over a week after the All-America running back was shot in his home state of Mississippi. Missouri's football program released a 14-second video Wednesday in which…
Orgeron back to LSU as assistant on Kiffin's staff...
Ed Orgeron, who led LSU to a football national championship in 2019, is returning to the program as a special assistant to recruiting and defense on longtime friend Lane Kiffin's coaching staff.
100 days until Week 0: Top storylines, games and p...
From must-see games to Heisman Trophy contenders, we cover 100 things to know ahead of the upcoming season.
Is big-budget spending sustainable in college spor...
At the Big Ten meetings in Southern California, "unsustainable" is being uttered in the shadow of success.
'Goodbye cookie cakes; hello luxury sports cars': ...
Recruiting is in it's hottest months, but the massive visit-weekend blowouts are coming to an end in exchange for a negotiation.
Has the college football transfer portal killed QB competitions?
With starters often locked in due to portal investments, QB battles like those at Alabama and Tennessee are becoming more rare.
MLB Power Rankings: A top-3 debut and an AL team's...
Week 8 brought many changes, from a move at the bottom to the highest rankings we've seen in years for a few playoff hopefuls.
A's Hoglund has hip surgery, won't pitch in '26
Athletics right-hander Gunnar Hoglund, who went 1-3 with a 6.40 ERA in six starts as a rookie in 2025, won't pitch this season as he recovers from hip surgery.
👀 What we've learned so far about ABS system
We break down the early numbers on baseball's challenge system.
Cubs' Cabrera exits start vs. Brewers with blister...
Cubs starter Edward Cabrera left his outing Wednesday against the Brewers in the top of the fourth inning with a blister on his right middle finger.
M's Crawford open to playing 3B with Emerson up
Mariners shortstop J.P. Crawford said he recently had a conversation with manager Dan Wilson about changing positions after rookie Colt Emerson was promoted from Triple-A Tacoma.
Blue Jays' Berrios undergoes Tommy John surgery
José Berríos underwent a full Tommy John surgery on his right elbow Wednesday, sidelining the veteran Blue Jays starter well into the 2027 season.
Yesavage bests Schlittler in duel of young AL star...
Trey Yesavage outpitched Cam Schlittler in a marquee matchup between young aces, and the Toronto Blue Jays edged the New York Yankees 2-1 on Wednesday night.
Cubs' PCA calls pair of errors 'genuinely laughabl...
Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong called his errors over the past two games "laughable" after allowing a ball to scoot under his glove in the second inning of Wednesday's 5-0 loss to the…
Ohtani's 'superstar' night: leadoff HR, 5 scoreles...
Shohei Ohtani returned to the lineup on his start day, hitting a leadoff home run then pitching five scoreless innings in the Dodgers' win over the Padres.
Searching for some help? Get Seattle on your radar...
Tristan H. Cockcroft analyzes Seattle's underperforming team and points to the trades you can make.
Mets, Yankees ready to reshape rotations and more ...
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.
Updated top 50 MLB prospect rankings: Who is the new No. 1 on our list?
Starting with a big shakeup at the top, we rank baseball's next wave of stars.
Borrowed pants = busted slump: Extreme measures wo...
Chisholm took the pants of Giancarlo Stanton, who is seven inches and 61 pounds larger.
Are the Marlins MLB's most innovative team? How pi...
Whether it's calling pitches from the dugout or radically rethinking BP, Miami isn't afraid to fail.
Is this the year Kyle Schwarber joins the 60 ... o...
The Phillies slugger is thumping homers at a historic pace. Here's what his early stats say about how many he can belt by the end of the 2026 season.
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