Are the Golden Knights actually evil? We asked the...
They're one of the league's most successful franchises -- and one that topped a recent fan poll as "No. 1 villain."
2026 draft order: Picks 1-224 including all 32 tea...
Here's a list of the top picks in the NHL draft, which will take place in Buffalo on June 26 and 27.
Every NHL team's biggest prospect pipeline need --...
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📈 Way-too-early 2026-27 NHL Power Rankings
Here's how the teams stack up looking ahead to next fall -- and what to watch this offseason.
NHL says '26 playoffs most-watched on record
The NHL said Tuesday the Stanley Cup playoffs this spring were the most-watched on record in the U.S. with an average of 1.8 million viewers.
Goldeneyes draft Harvey first in PWHL entry draft
Caroline Harvey -- the standout NCAA defenseman and 2026 Olympic gold medalist -- was selected first overall by the Vancouver Goldeneyes in the Professional Women's Hockey League entry draft…
Predators hire Langenbrunner as GM assistant
The Nashville Predators hired Jamie Langenbrunner as a special assistant to new general manager Chris MacFarland.
Sabres send Kesselring to Sharks, land 20th pick
The Sharks, who hold the No. 2 pick in next week's NHL draft, sent the No. 20 pick to the Sabres for defenseman Michael Kesselring and the No. 27 pick.
Maple Leafs hire Hiller amid front office overhaul...
The Maple Leafs have hired Jim Hiller as their new head coach. He had a 93-58-24 record over parts of three seasons as the coach of the Kings.
Knights promote Craig from AHL to be new coach
The Golden Knights promoted Ryan Craig, who coached their AHL affiliate, to lead their NHL team Wednesday after moving on from John Tortorella a day earlier.
Stanley Cup odds: Canes, Avs top 2027 favorites, r...
The Carolina Hurricanes, Colorado Avalanche and Vegas Golden Knights are favorites to win the 2027 Stanley Cup.
The jock, the nerd and the Stanley Cup championshi...
Coach Rod Brind'Amour and GM Eric Tulsky blended the perfect recipe, creating a team that won its first Cup in 20 years -- and will be back for more.
Buzz: Is a return to prominence in store for Lions...
Sam LaPorta is the seventh tight end off the board in early drafts, but is waiting on other options the more prudent play?
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Your one-stop shop as you prep for draft season, including rankings, projections and analysis.
Burrow: Bengals have same vibes as LSU title team
Joe Burrow said the vibes on this year's Bengals' team are similar to what they were on the 2019 LSU team he led to a College Football Playoff championship.
👀 Broncos may have started a salary cap trend
The Broncos took a then-record $85 million dead money hit by parting with Wilson in 2024, but their quick turnaround has turned heads.
Pickens at Cowboys minicamp, OK with franchise tag...
After skipping the voluntary part of the Cowboys' offseason program, Dallas wide receiver George Pickens worked out with the team Tuesday, the first day of mandatory minicamp, telling reporters he is…
Broncos excuse Cooper from minicamp after arrests
The Broncos excused OLB Jonathon Cooper from their mandatory minicamp this week after he was arrested twice in a seven-day span on multiple domestic violence charges, including one felony.
Sources: Saints bring back franchise star Jordan
Saints defensive end Cameron Jordan will end his career in New Orleans after signing a one-year deal during the team's minicamp.
Bowles confirms Bucs' Vea a minicamp hold-in
Bucs defensive tackle Vita Vea is entering the final year of his $71 million contract, without guaranteed money, and is not physically participating in practice.
Cards QB Beck trying to speed up learning curve
Cardinals quarterback Carson Beck said he's jumped in headfirst into the early days of his NFL career rather than trying to take things slow.
Daniels still adjusting to new Washington offense
Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels, trying to rebound from a tough injury-filled season, said he likes their new offense -- but a lot more work remains.
Cincy coach expecting flood of calls on Sorsby
University of Cincinnati coach Scott Satterfield expects queries on his former quarterback Brendan Sorsby to increase now that Sorsby has applied for the NFL supplemental draft and his college career…
The last-minute to-do list for every NFL front off...
The Chiefs sign Deebo Samuel? The Cardinals trade Josh Sweat? The Buccaneers extend Baker Mayfield? We have one more move for each team to make before the season.
What's next for 49ers QB Mac Jones after not being...
San Fran's backup QB had a breakout season filling in for Brock Purdy in 2025. Now, he's hoping to grow more.
Shedeur Sanders is making strides in Browns' QB co...
After a roller-coaster rookie season, Sanders looks improved after a successful offseason.
NFL minicamp daily updates: Tua has big day, Lions...
ESPN's NFL Nation shares insights from every minicamp, including Tua Tagovailoa's impressive display.
Double 7s: Bijan Robinson is closer to Vinícius Jú...
The Falcons running back gave insight on his relationship with the Brazil star, even though their World Cup predictions might not align.
Copy of NFL execs pick their 8 favorite offseason moves: W...
We talked to sources around the NFL about their favorite moves of the offseason. The answers ranged from megadeals to a surprise draft pick.
Can Brendan Sorsby start for an NFL team? Sizing u...
What are Sorsby's strengths and weaknesses? Which NFL teams should try to land him in the supplemental draft? Let's sort out what he could bring to a pro QB room.
Wait, Brendan Sorsby is now going to the NFL suppl...
How is Sorsby suddenly in the supplemental draft? How does it work, and which teams could be interested?
Raiders players' first impressions of QB Fernando ...
We asked players and coaches about their first impressions of the Raiders' rookie and No. 1 pick during OTAs.
Top sights and sounds from the Knicks' championshi...
All of the sights and sounds as the New York Knicks celebrate their NBA championship in Manhattan.
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We're tracking the latest news, rumors and buzz across the NBA.
The five biggest questions the Lakers need to answ...
Will LeBron return? How can they build around Luka? Here's what Lakers insiders are discussing as the draft and free agency approach.
LeBron watch, the No. 11 pick and everything we kn...
From a lottery pick to the trade market, here's what we know about the Warriors' offseason plans.
Sources: Wizards' Young to decline option, be FA
Wizards star Trae Young plans to decline his $48.97 million player option for the 2026-27 season, although Washington remains the front-runner, sources said.
Longtime Lakers P.A. announcer Tanter retiring
Longtime Lakers public address announcer Lawrence Tanter is retiring from his position after more than 40 years manning the microphone at Lakers home games, the team announced Tuesday.
Childhood MJ fan Splitter preaches Bulls future
New Bulls coach Tiago Splitter acknowledged the team has a lot of work to do to get back to the glory days of the Michael Jordan dynasty he remembers so fondly.
Sources: Jazz-Kessler stalled despite $140M offer
A gulf remains between restricted free agent center Walker Kessler and the Jazz after Utah put an offer worth roughly $140 million over five years on the table, sources told ESPN.
Game 5 most-watched since 1998; peaked at 33M
The Knicks' 94-90 victory over the Spurs on Saturday night to capture their first NBA title in 53 years averaged 24.5 million viewers on ABC and ESPN, making it the most-watched Game 5 since 1998.
Brunson, Hart toss first pitches at Yankee Stadium...
Knicks stars Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart received loud ovations from fans at Yankee Stadium as they took the field to throw out the ceremonial first pitches before Wednesday's White Sox-Yankees game.
NYPD to deploy 10K officers for Knicks title parad...
The victory parade for the NBA champion New York Knicks will be safeguarded by 10,000 members of the NYPD, the largest number of police officers ever assigned to a planned event, the department said…
Dolan says second apron not an option for Knicks
On the heels of the Knicks' first NBA title in 53 years, owner James Dolan told WFAN radio Wednesday that he will not go into the punitive second apron to keep his team intact for the 2026-27 season.
☀️ Like father, like son: Booker picks new number
The Phoenix Suns star wore No. 1 since being drafted in 2015 and during his lone college season at Kentucky.
'Bet on yourself': How Yaxel Lendeborg raised his NBA stock by delaying the draft
The Michigan star went from fringe first-round to projected lottery pick by spending one more season in college.
My favorite under-the-radar NBA free agents: Six u...
Which under-the-radar free agents can aid in changing the trajectory of a franchise?
LeBron James, Kevin Love and more reunite for Cavs...
Members of the Cleveland Cavaliers' 2016 championship team traveled to the United Kingdom for a reunion trip that included golfing and wine.
Let's combine the 2025, 2026 NBA draft classes: Wh...
What if Cooper Flagg never reclassified? Here's where Flagg, Dylan Harper, Kon Knueppel would rank if they were in the 2026 NBA draft.
All-NBA Playoff Awards: Which 10 stars made our first, second teams?
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Cincy coach expecting flood of calls on Sorsby
University of Cincinnati coach Scott Satterfield expects queries on his former quarterback Brendan Sorsby to increase now that Sorsby has applied for the NFL supplemental draft and his college career…
🏈 Future Power Rankings: All 68 Power 4 teams
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Four-star defensive end Whitehead chooses LSU
Lane Kiffin continued a hot week on the recruiting trail with a commitment from four-star defensive end Chris Whitehead, who's ranked No. 47 in the SC Next 300.
NFL, NBA tells Congress it backs new college bill
The NFL, MLB, NFLPA and NBPA sent statements to Congress supporting the Protect College Sports Act while encouraging further "negotiations" during the legislative process.
Day: OSU eyes being 'really good' in 4th quarter
The Buckeyes know their upcoming schedule in 2026 will require superior late-game execution because of the opponents and how the previous season ended.
Leaders face big questions over 24-team CFP
CFP leaders took a deeper dive into conversations about a 24-team field at a meeting Wednesday, but there are still more questions than answers about the logistics of what the field would look like if…
Cincinnati denies claim it knew of Sorsby's bettin...
Cincinnati on Wednesday, responding to Brendan Sorsby's agent publicly questioning the school's handling of the quarterback's gambling in 2024, said it would never knowingly play an athlete who…
Ranking CFB's top running backs: Who are the best of a strong group?
Kewan Lacy, Mark Fletcher Jr. and a host of others are in the running for the top of our list.
Updated college football Top 25: How far does Texa...
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Wetzel: Brendan Sorsby is done with college sports...
Can any good come from the Brendan Sorsby saga? Dan Wetzel would like to see local judges and their temporary injunctions sidelined.
Who's up next in the Big Ten? Oregon? USC? Project...
The Ducks look to continue an amazing trend, but Ohio State, Indiana, USC and others stand in the way.
Who are the best players in the 2027 NFL draft cla...
The NFL draft is a long way off, but Matt Miller and Jordan Reid ranked the five best prospects at every position. How do the top QBs, OTs, CBs and more stack up?
2027 recruiting class rankings: Jon Sumrall shows ...
These schools are setting the pace as the recruiting race heats up.
Have MLB teams finally figured out how to stop the...
Have teams finally caught up to the rules changes and figured out how to defend the steal?
Scherzer scratched and other news for Thursday
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.
MLB Power Rankings: Dodgers end Braves' No. 1 run
After Atlanta reigned for five weeks, the two-time defending World Series champs are back on top.
Draft buzz: Why UCLA's ace could shoot up draft bo...
What's the latest less than a month before the draft begins? We've got you covered with intel and analysis.
2026 MLB mock draft: Who every team SHOULD take wi...
Which shortstop goes No. 1 overall to the White Sox? Where do top college stars land? Kiley McDaniel plays GM for all 30 teams.
Olney: The 12 MLB execs under the most pressure at...
With the deadline Aug. 3, here are which front offices could make -- or break -- their future this trade season.
Ranking the top 100 MLB trade deadline candidates ...
Skubal to the ...? All-Star outfielders and shortstops available? Here are the big names your team could be targeting.
Blue Jays put Scherzer on IL with back spasms
The Blue Jays placed three-time Cy Young winner Max Scherzer on the 10-day injured list Wednesday with back spasms.
⚾ Tom Glavine fears another ugly work stoppage
The union's primary spokesperson the last time baseball lost games to a labor fight sees similar signs of trouble ahead.
Phils' Painter roughed up again, then sent down
The Phillies optioned Andrew Painter to Triple A on Wednesday, a move that came after the young right-hander was roughed up in another start.
Brewers' Sproat leaves with hamstring cramp
Brewers pitcher Brandon Sproat left Wednesday night's win against the Guardians because of a right hamstring cramp after throwing an 0-1 pitch for a ball in the fourth inning.
M's Rodríguez exits loss with hamstring spasm
Mariners outfielder Julio Rodríguez left Wednesday night's loss to the Orioles after ending the sixth inning with a strikeout.
Brunson, Hart toss first pitches at Yankee Stadium...
Knicks stars Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart received loud ovations from fans at Yankee Stadium as they took the field to throw out the ceremonial first pitches before Wednesday's White Sox-Yankees game.
Tigers' Perez hurt when resistance band hits face
Tigers outfielder Wenceel Perez was injured in a freak accident when he was hit in the the face by a resistance band in the training room following Tuesday's game against the Astros.
Ohtani battles blister, sore knee in rocky outing
Pitching with a sore left knee and a blister on his right middle finger, Shohei Ohtani cruised through four innings before allowing four runs in a rocky fifth inning, but the Dodgers rallied to beat…
Guardians OF DeLauter (rib) goes on injured list
Cleveland OF Chase DeLauter was placed on the 10-day injured list on Wednesday because of a fractured rib on his right side, the team announced.
Copy of Doubters, beware: Why Brewers and Guardians keep d...
As these first-place teams battle this week, we look at what makes them perennial overachievers.
A 15-K Maddux! Where Jacob Misiorowski's historic ...
In case you Miz'd it, the Brewers' ace is continuing to dominate with another stellar outing Friday night. Here's what made the shutout so special.
MLB awards: Yordan Alvarez overtakes Bobby Witt Jr...
Who are the favorites to win season-long honors? Here are the odds for MVP, Cy Young and Rookie of the Year in the AL and NL.
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