🏒 Gavin McKenna's path to expected No. 1 pick
McKenna's story has taken him from Whitehorse, Yukon, to Medicine Hat to Penn State, with the NHL expected to be the next stop. What makes him a special prospect?
Canada routs Denmark behind Crosby's 4 assists
Canada scored five goals in the final period against Denmark and Pittsburgh Penguins captain Sidney Crosby assisted on four of them in a 5-1 victory at the ice hockey world championship on Monday, a…
Silent Knights: Media freeze-out costs VGK, Torts
The NHL has stripped the Golden Knights of their second-round pick and fined coach John Tortorella $100,000 for the team's decision to avoid speaking to the media after its series-clinching win over…
'Miracle on Ice' coach's ring sells for $549,000
A ring given to Herb Brooks, the coach of the 1980 United States "Miracle on Ice" Olympic men's hockey team, recently sold for $549K at Heritage Auctions.
Wild's Gustavsson to have offseason hip surgery
Minnesota Wild goalie Filip Gustavsson will have offseason surgery on his hip, putting his readiness for the beginning of training camp in question.
PWHL expands to San Jose as league grows to 12
The PWHL completed its ambitious four-team expansion process with a first entry into California as San Jose became the league's 12th team.
Defeated Sabres proud of franchise's 'giant step'
Though their renaissance season ended with an emotional 3-2 overtime loss to the Montreal Canadiens in Game 7, the Buffalo Sabres skated off the ice Monday to a standing ovation after a historic…
Canadiens outlast Sabres in overtime in Game 7
Alex Newhook scored his second Game 7-winning goal of the postseason, this time in overtime in the Canadiens' victory over the Sabres on Monday night.
Stanley Cup playoffs daily: The NHL's 'Final Four'...
It's Avalanche-Golden Knights and Hurricanes-Canadiens for the right to play in the Cup Final. Get caught up on everything here.
'Blast from the past': How Taylor Hall found his M...
The No. 1 pick (2010) and Hart Trophy winner (2018) is a critical player for the Canes.
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.
Early look at the Avalanche-Golden Knights matchup...
Who will represent the West in the Stanley Cup Final? Get set with key stats, schedule and more.
Why Browns are giving Deshaun Watson another chance to be QB1
The 30-year-old is competing with Shedeur Sanders to start in 2026. Here's what we know about his situation and future.
🎥 2026 schedule reveals for all 32 NFL teams
From memes to mini movies, all 32 teams brought their A-games with clever schedule reveal posts.
Official: Mauro died from accidental drug overdose...
Former NFL defensive lineman Josh Mauro died from an acute combination of fentanyl, cocaine and ethanol intoxication, according to online records from the Maricopa County Office of the Medical…
Panthers DL Wharton undergoes neck surgery
Panthers coach Dave Canales confirmed Monday that defensive lineman Tershawn Wharton recently underwent neck surgery.
Sources: NFL to award 2028 draft to Minneapolis
Minneapolis is expected to be awarded the 2028 NFL draft on Tuesday, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter, with U.S. Bank Stadium serving as a "foundational piece" of the event.
Sources: Nashville expected to host 2030 SB
NFL owners are expected to name Nashville as host of Super Bowl LXIV in 2030 when they meet Tuesday for the league's spring meeting, sources told the NFL Network's Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo.
Report: Meyer loses grievance, saving Jags $30M
Former Jaguars head coach Urban Meyer has lost his grievance against the team regarding receiving the balance of the remainder of his contract after his 2021 firing, according to On3.com.
As Brissett holdout lingers, Cardinals open OTAs
With new coach Mike LaFleur telling reporters that discussions are the "same as where we were a few weeks ago," the Arizona Cardinals opened up OTAs on Monday without veteran quarterback Jacoby…
'Little shocked': Steelers react to Rodgers' retur...
Quarterback Aaron Rodgers took the practice field with his Steelers teammates at OTAs on Monday after signing his one-year contract.
JSN posts video over 'disrespectful' trophy gaffe
Jaxon Smith-Njigba, the NFL's reigning AP Offensive Player of the Year, posted a video to his Instagram account that showed how his trophy was mislabeled.
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.
Why pass protection is key to Broncos rookie runni...
Coleman was an accomplished rusher in college, but pass blocking could be his ticket to breaking into the RB rotation in Denver.
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?
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.
John Harbaugh references Ravens' firing in speech ...
Harbaugh lightheartedly used his firing by the Baltimore Ravens as an example of resilience.
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.
If the Aaron Rodgers offense didn't work in 2025, ...
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?
Why the 2026 NFL schedule benefits the Lions and E...
Mike Clay reacts with the players and teams most helped and hurt by the 2026 NFL schedule.
Weighing the impact of each of the nine bye weeks ...
With the schedule revealed, we look at the potential pitfalls, quirks, and reveal if -- and when -- Bye-maggedon will be upon us.
Schedule release: Tracking all 32 teams and predic...
Seahawks vs. Patriots will open a season that features nine international games. Here are predictions and more.
Let's overreact to the NFL schedule release: Tough...
How could strength of schedule impact postseason hopes for the Bears, Bengals and Chiefs? Does the Dolphins' slate point to them landing the top draft pick?
What's next for the 2025 draft class? Solak answer...
Should Travis Hunter play only defense? Can Ashton Jeanty and Emeka Egbuka break out? Is Will Campbell's role in danger? And what's next for Nick Emmanwori?
Schedule release: Betting odds for every Week 1 ga...
Spreads, moneylines and totals for each Week 1 game in the NFL, plus other highlighted matchups.
Early Week 1 bets and futures to target following ...
With the full NFL schedule out, here are early bets we like for Week 1, as well as some futures to consider.
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.
Takeaways: Spurs defeat defending champions in Gam...
Here's what we've learned -- and what's next for the Spurs-Thunder series.
'It's always beat Michigan': Cavs troll Pistons, M...
Moments after the buzzer sounded, Cleveland turned its attention to trolling Detroit multiple times.
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.
2026 NBA mock draft: Predicting all 60 picks, plus what we learned at the combine
Jeremy Woo's updated mock draft and predicting all 60 picks after an exciting week at the 2026 NBA combine.
And just like that, Point KAT unlocked the Knicks'...
With Karl-Anthony Towns morphing into a point-center, New York's offense has looked unstoppable ahead of the East finals.
Wemby spoils SGA's MVP night as Spurs stun OKC
Victor Wembanyama had 41 points and 24 rebounds in a statement performance on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's MVP night.
'I have to be better,' SGA says of MVP night letdo...
After being presented his second straight MVP trophy in a pregame ceremony Monday, Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, by his own admission, didn't perform up to that lofty standard in a thrilling…
Pelicans hiring Mosley as head coach, sources say
The Pelicans have hired Jamahl Mosley as their new head coach. He spent the past five seasons in Orlando, going 189-221 and earning three playoff berths.
🏀 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.
Mitchell, Cavs break through, rout Pistons in G7
The Cavaliers throttled the top-seeded Pistons in Game 7 to advance to the franchise's first Eastern Conference finals since LeBron James' final year in Cleveland.
Rick Fox appointed opposition senator in Bahamas
Retired three-time NBA champion Rick Fox was appointed Monday as a senator for the main opposition party in the Bahamas after losing in the general election.
'Incredibly special': Boomer confirms NBL return
Australian basketball legend Joe Ingles has opened up on his "incredibly special" decision to join Melbourne United on a two-year deal.
Knicks-Cavs, Thunder-Spurs: Big questions, stats, ...
Our NBA insiders answer the biggest questions heading into the conference finals.
NBA playoff takeaways: Cavaliers close out Pistons...
Here's what we've learned as the conference finals in the East and West are now set.
Offseason guides: Draft, free agency, trade target...
What lies ahead for the Magic, Celtics, Nuggets, Warriors and every eliminated team?
NBA experts' picks for Thunder-Spurs and Knicks-Ca...
NBA experts pick which teams will win the East and West to claim a spot in the NBA Finals.
Coaching carousel: Pelicans hire Mosley -- and det...
Orlando and Chicago are looking for long-term fits, while New Orleans and Milwaukee found their next coaches.
How the Thunder built a drama-free potential dynas...
OKC optimizes for happy players. Like it or not, those happy players are favored to win another NBA title.
'From 2': SGA gives Thunder teammates watch, trenc...
The Oklahoma City Thunder star gave his teammates new Audemars Piguet watches, Burberry trench coats and golf clubs, among other items.
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.
📈 Ranking the offseason for every Power 4 school
Nail the transfer portal? Miss a big recruit? Find a top coordinator? All are part of our offseason evaluations.
Four-star OT von Brandt commits to Auburn
First-year Auburn coach Alex Golesh and the Tigers surged late to land another priority recruit Monday with a commitment from four-star offensive tackle Layton von Brandt, No. 40 in the 2027 SC Next…
Suspect arrested in shooting of Missouri's Hardy
A 20-year-old man wanted in connection to the shooting of Missouri football star Ahmad Hardy at an outdoor concert in Mississippi has been arrested.
McGuire: TT's Hammond may be ready by Week 2
Texas Tech redshirt sophomore quarterback Will Hammond, 20, who tore the ACL in his right knee last year, is expected to be cleared for all football-related activities on Aug. 21, Red Raiders coach Jo
Iowa St. RB Allah out for year with torn Achilles
Iowa State running back Salahadin Allah will miss the 2026 season with a torn Achilles tendon. Allah transferred from Oregon State, where he totaled 329 yards on 74 carries in 19 games over two years.
Pac-12, MW pause suit, work toward settlement
The Pac-12 and Mountain West have reached an agreement in principle to resolve their legal battle related to the former's rebuilding efforts.
Day, Lanning tout 24-team CFP for greater good
While neither Ohio State nor Oregon necessarily need a 24-team playoff system, the coaches for both programs believe having one is best for college football as a whole.
Tech's Sorsby files injunction, seeks '26 eligibil...
Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby has filed for an injunction against the NCAA on Monday, seeking his college eligibility for the 2026 football season.
'It's time': Riley confident USC ready for CFP run...
USC coach Lincoln Riley is not backing down from his assurance that the Trojans are in a championship window, saying the time is now to truly compete.
'Goodbye cookie cakes; hello luxury sports cars': How recruiting visits have evolved
Recruiting is in it's hottest months, but the massive visit-weekend blowouts are coming to an end in exchange for a negotiation.
Why does a 24-team CFP not work? Let us count the ...
Crowning a champ with a 12-team playoff hasn't fundamentally altered the sport, but doubling the field would.
From the king of ABS to the teams that are best --...
We break down the early numbers on baseball's challenge system.
Real or not? An early verdict on MLB's most surpri...
We offer an early postseason verdict on the most surprising teams almost two months into the 2026 season.
Gore leaves Rangers start with tightness in back
Texas Rangers starting pitcher MacKenzie Gore left Monday night's game at Colorado after one inning because of muscle tightness in his back.
Nats ban spectator over white nationalist banner
The Nationals identified at least one person who will be banned from the ballpark after a banner promoting a white nationalist website was unfurled in the crowd during Sunday's game.
Struggling Yanks consider bringing Cole back early...
The Yankees are deciding whether to skip Gerrit Cole's final rehab start and instead have him make his season debut at Yankees Stadium.
Mets stay hot with historical 10-run 12th inning
Carson Benge hit an RBI single and a two-run double during a historic 10-run 12th inning in New York's wild 16-7 victory over the Washington Nationals on Monday, as the Mets became the first NL team…
Glasnow has setback; Snell set for Skubal surgery
Tyler Glasnow was shut down from his throwing program after experiencing a flare-up, Dodgers GM Brandon Gomes said Monday. Meanwhile, Blake Snell will undergo the same NanoScope procedure used on…
Angels no-hit by A's Ginn into 9th, win on walk-of...
Athletics starter J.T. Ginn took a no-hitter into the ninth inning Monday night before Adam Frazier lined a leadoff single for the Angels and Zach Neto followed with a two-run walk-off home run.
PCA regrets 'choice of words' in exchange with fan...
Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong apologized Monday for his "choice of words" in a heated exchange with a fan during the team's loss to the White Sox on Sunday.
⚾ Updated MLB draft rankings: Top 150 prospects
Here's who is soaring up MLB draft boards as college baseball tournament week begins.
Braves' Acuña activated, not starting on Miami tur...
The Braves activated Ronald Acuña Jr. from the 10-day injured list ahead of Monday night's series opener against the Marlins, clearing the way for the right fielder to return after being sidelined…
From laughingstock to ... pioneers? The Marlins ar...
Whether it's calling pitches from the dugout or radically rethinking BP, Miami isn't afraid to fail.
Free agents: Bolte and Emerson lead list of appeal...
The top players you should consider claiming off the fantasy baseball waiver wire this week.
Prospect stock watch: Emerson has arrived, so who ...
Eric Karabell looks at the potential next wave of top fantasy baseball prospects to make some noise in 2026.
Buzz: How teams REALLY value prospects -- and what...
College pitchers over prep aces? Go inside the conversation your team's scouts and execs are having.
MLB awards: Ohtani, Judge continue to lead MVP odd...
Here are the 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: Do...
Every MLB team's odds to win the 2026 World Series, led by the Dodgers. The Phillies seem to have righted the ship.
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