Canucks' Buium: Not misled by Wild before trade
Zeev Buium said he doesn't feel he was misled about his status with the Wild before being traded to the Canucks as part of a package for Quinn Hughes.
👀 Bruins' and Lightning's Stadium Series looks
The Tampa Bay Lightning's jersey for the 2026 Stadium Series will include pirate imagery and photo-realistic lightning.
Sharks place forwards Smith, Kurashev on IR
San Jose placed forwards Will Smith and Philipp Kurashev on injured reserve after both players got hurt crashing into the boards in the last game for the Sharks.
Hughes' goal in Wild debut caps 'whirlwind' 2 days
Playing his first game with the Wild after being acquired in a blockbuster trade with Vancouver on Friday, Quinn Hughes scored in the opening minute of the third period Sunday as Minnesota beat Boston…
Rangers' Zibanejad misses meeting, sits out loss
Mika Zibanejad did not play for the Rangers on Monday night against Anaheim after coach Mike Sullivan said the 32-year-old center broke a team rule by being late for a meeting.
Blackhawks place leading scorer Bedard on IR
The Chicago Blackhawks placed Connor Bedard on injured reserve on Monday with an upper-body injury.
Sabres fire longtime GM Adams, hire Kekalainen
The Sabres have fired longtime GM Kevin Adams and replaced him with Jarmo Kekalainen.
Which NHL teams are most at risk of a shocking playoff miss?
These eight teams entered the season with high playoff chances and are currently in peril.
NHL trade tiers big board: Which players could be on the move this season?
Here's a way-too-early look at the shocking superstar possibilities, pending free agents and overlooked gems.
NHL trade grades: Report cards for Hughes, Jarry deals
Hockey trade season has begun! Find grades for each GM involved in all the big swaps here.
Why Quinn Hughes is in Minnesota, not New Jersey... and the league-wide trade aftermath
Here's how the trade came to pass, what other teams were in the mix, and the aftershocks throughout the NHL.
The NHL's best this week: Get set for the next round of the Battle of Florida
The Panthers-Lightning matchup highlights a week of incredible games around the NHL.
Pickups: Zeev Buium, and more winners from the Quinn Hughes trade
The essential Monday guide to fantasy hockey pickups, with who to add and how to get set for the week ahead.
NHL Power Rankings: New 1-32 poll, plus fantasy hockey panic or patience
The Caps, Flyers and Leafs rise this week, while the Wild, Devils and Senators fall off a bit.
Final Olympic hockey roster predictions for U.S., Canada, more: Which NHL stars make it?
The NHL is back at the Games. Here's our final look at which players will make the cut for the big five.
Is eliminated Chiefs' Super Bowl window closing -- and what changes are ahead?
Will Travis Kelce retire? Will Patrick Mahomes be ready for Week 1? The state of the Chiefs is not pretty.
Rankings for Week 16
Weekly individual and composite rankings for each position in PPR and IDP formats, as well as Eric Karabell's superflex ranks.
Free agent pickups: What can you do to replace Patrick Mahomes?
All the free agent options worth adding as we dive into Week 16 and the fantasy football playoffs.
Caleb Williams' impossible pass and 2 Pats runners top 20 mph highlight Week 15
Here were some of the top plays in the NFL in Week 15, as defined by Next Gen Stats.
Which NFL teams are rising -- or falling -- after 15 weeks? Our new Power Rankings
Let's update our NFL Power Rankings ahead of Week 16. We also looked at players who could get contract extensions this offseason.
Chiefs' Mahomes has surgery for torn ACL, LCL
Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes underwent successful surgery Monday in Dallas to repair the tear in his left ACL. A league source told ESPN that Mahomes also had a torn LCL that was repaired.
🏈 Judging biggest overreactions for Week 15
Has Liam Coen unlocked the Jags' mercurial QB? Will we see an AFC East rubber match? We overreact to Week 15, plus fantasy football takes.
Commanders shut down Daniels for rest of year
Jayden Daniels' injury-marred second season is over. The Commanders have shut down the quarterback a week after he aggravated his dislocated left, non-throwing elbow.
Rivers to remain Colts' QB1 for MNF vs. 49ers
Philip Rivers will remain the Colts' starting quarterback for their Week 16 "Monday Night Football" matchup with the 49ers, coach Shane Steichen said Monday.
Big Ben: Tomlin has 'right to move on,' or stay put
Ahead of his Hall of Honor induction Monday night, former Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger couched comments he previously made on his podcast about coach Mike Tomlin and his future in…
MRI confirms Parsons has torn ACL, source says
An MRI confirmed that Packers star pass rusher Micah Parsons suffered a season-ending torn ACL, a source told ESPN.
Rodgers says win made extra special by 'castoffs'
Aaron Rodgers grinned as he shouted out the names of his teammates who helped the Steelers beat the Dolphins on Monday night -- Kenneth Gainwell, Connor Heyward, Marquez Valdes-Scantling, Asante…
Jones: 'Important' for Cowboys to be competitive
Cowboys' owner and GM Jerry Jones says it's "important" for the team to remain competitive over the final three games of the regular season, even if the team is officially eliminated from postseason…
Source: Jets cut WR Lazard, last Rodgers-era link
The Jets severed their last tie to the ill-fated Aaron Rodgers era by releasing receiver Allen Lazard after three seasons with the team, a source confirmed to ESPN.
Solak spins NFL Week 15 forward: The Broncos and Rams clinched ... now can they reach the Super Bowl?
Ben Solak sizes up the Broncos and Rams in their respective conferences, Philip Rivers' first start back in the NFL and some wild Week 15 trends to watch.
Barnwell on two knee injuries with big implications: What now for the Packers, Chiefs?
Micah Parsons and Patrick Mahomes both suffered significant knee injuries Sunday. What do they mean for the Packers' playoff push and the Chiefs' offseason plans?
What is going on with Trevon Diggs and the Dallas Cowboys?
Will Diggs be activated by Saturday's deadline or miss the rest of the season on injured reserve?
Big questions from Week 15 games: Is Steelers' defense legit? What now for Chiefs?
Our NFL Nation reporters answer big questions from each Week 15 game. Here's what you need to know.
'Crap, coach wasn't scared': Philip Rivers and more top NFL quotes from Week 15
Week 15 in the NFL brought abnormal scenarios and unpredictable moments that were voiced, producing some unforgettable quotes.
Early Week 16 bets: Broncos over Jaguars, Drake Maye to win MVP among picks
Which lines offered value once odds came out? Here are games we are eyeing for bets going into Week 16.
NFL Week 16 odds: Eagles can clinch NFC East with win vs. Commanders
Week 16 features huge matchups with the NFL playoffs approaching. Here are the odds, spreads and totals for every game.
Two vulnerable NFL sack records: Tracking pace for Myles Garrett (21.5!), Broncos' D (58!)
The Browns' vet edge rusher and Denver's defense are in contention to rewrite the single-season sacks record book.
Will your team make the playoffs? Simulate the rest of the regular season
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Flagg youngest ever to score 40 as Mavs fall in OT
Mavericks rookie Cooper Flagg became the youngest player in NBA history to score 40 points after he dropped 42 in an overtime loss Monday.
Inside the ugly Chris Paul-Clippers divorce -- and a season on the brink of disaster
A future Hall of Famer at the end of his career, looking for one final ride. Here's why the Chris Paul-Clippers reunion was doomed.
Two bets to make on the NBA Cup championship, including one on Victor Wembanyama
Andre Snellings and Eric Moody provide the bets to make in Tuesday's NBA Cup championship between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs.
The third NBA Cup is nearly complete -- how do players and coaches feel about it now?
Is the NBA Cup working? Tim Bontemps details what's next for the tournament.
Rockets' Udoka lashes out at refs after OT loss
Rockets coach Ime Udoka was critical of the officiating after his team's OT loss to the Nuggets, calling out the crew for inconsistent calls.
Updated Top 100 rankings for the 2026 NBA draft: Which top prospects are rising and falling?
Which top prospects shifted the most on our first rankings update? Here's our 100 big board for the 2026 class.
Scouts, coaches weigh in on three-man race for No. 1 pick in 2026 NBA draft
It's a tight race at the top of the 2026 NBA draft. We talked to insiders to learn where things stand now.
Spurs mull bringing Wemby off bench in Cup final
The Spurs are discussing different ways to deploy Victor Wembanyama vs. the Knicks in the NBA Cup final, including having him come off the bench.
Hart sparks Knicks after 'honest' chat with Brown
A meeting between Josh Hart and Mike Brown amid struggles for both the veteran guard and the team as a whole sparked a recent run that has New York in the NBA Cup final.
Sources: NBA Cup may leave Vegas next season
After three seasons, the NBA is considering moving the location of the NBA Cup away from Las Vegas next season, sources told ESPN.
📈 Power Rankings: Each team's weakness
NBA insiders break down the latest rankings, evaluating all 30 teams as the Emirates NBA Cup heats up.
MRI confirms Magic's Suggs has left hip contusion
Orlando point guard Jalen Suggs underwent an MRI that confirmed he suffered a left hip contusion during the Magic's 132-120 NBA Cup semifinal loss to the Knicks on Saturday.
Heat's Jovic exits vs. Raptors with elbow injury
Heat forward Nikola Jovic walked off the court with a splint-like device over his right arm after he took a hard foul while driving to the basket late in the first quarter of Monday night's loss.
Where Wemby, Ant, Flagg and more young stars check in
Which youngsters are among the next class of superstars? Which are already there? Our NBA experts rank their top 25 under 25.
NBA buzz: Live updates, trades and intel from around the league
Catch up on the latest buzz, trade alerts and league intel from our ESPN NBA insiders.
What move should your team make? Trade questions for all 30 franchises
With trade season upon us, Bobby Marks examines the conversations happening across all 30 front offices.
The best quotes and latest intel from Windhorst's podcast
From breaking news to the latest intel from around the NBA, here are the biggest highlights from Brian Windhorst's "The Hoop Collective" podcast.
Don't be surprised if ... Hart, Bridges are among top 25
Eric Karabell forecasts what to expect from notable players such as Jaren Jackson Jr. and key New York Knicks.
Risers and fallers: Add Ryan Nembhard, consider parting with Jaren Jackson
Steve Alexander highlights fantasy basketball names trending upwards or downwards, with key takeaways for each.
Best fits for transfer quarterback DJ Lagway: Five schools that make the most sense
Lagway, the top-rated QB in the class of 2024, brings a lot of upside to his next school.
The most impactful 2026 recruit for every Power 4 team
The 2026 recruiting class is almost a wrap. These are the prospects who will be key factors next season.
A reason (or two) to watch every one of this year's bowl games
With first-year success stories, chances at redemption and general silliness, bowl season always delivers.
College football bowl season: MVPs for the first two bowl games of the season
With bowl season underway, our college football experts provide their MVP picks for each bowl game.
Betting on the 2025 CFP? All the predictions, odds and best bets bettors need
Breaking down the field, the best bets, plus what the sportsbooks are seeing ahead of the first round.
Can bettors beat the books to the punch? How bowl season has become a challenge
With coaching changes, opt-outs and the CFP, bowl season has become increasingly more volatile than in years past.
'It's OK to wait your turn': How a gap year paid off for Dante Moore, Oregon
After transferring from UCLA, the five-star QB welcomed a year as the Ducks' backup to reset his career.
Texas QB Manning to return for 2026 season
Texas quarterback Arch Manning will return to school to play in 2026, finally putting to rest questions about his future beyond this season.
🏆 How each CFP team could win national title
Bill Connelly breaks down the path to victory for every team -- and what will hold each of them back.
Gators QB Lagway opts to enter transfer portal
Florida sophomore quarterback DJ Lagway, who had 16 touchdown passes and 14 interceptions last season, announced that he is entering the transfer portal.
Sources: Nebraska QB Raiola to enter portal
Nebraska QB Dylan Raiola, son of former NFL OL Dominic Raiola, plans to enter the transfer portal, sources told ESPN's Pete Thamel.
Sarkisian: UT may rethink non-SEC slate after '27
Steve Sarkisian said the Longhorns would honor the return nonconference games with Ohio State in 2026 and Michigan in 2027, but would reconsider their nonconference scheduling philosophy beyond that…
Ex-South Carolina star QB Taneyhill dies at 52
Steve Taneyhill, a record-setting quarterback for the South Carolina Gamecocks best known for his distinctive long-flowing mullet and his home run swing after touchdown passes, has died. He was 52.
Interim coach says U-M's players feel 'betrayed'
Michigan interim coach Biff Poggi said Monday his players feel betrayed and angry following the firing and arrest of former coach Sherrone Moore.
Klubnik to play bowl game for depleted Clemson
Clemson quarterback Cade Klubnik, hoping to improve his NFL draft stock after a disappointing season, will play in the Pinstripe Bowl against Penn State.
Bob Stoops closes chapter on coaching career
Bob Stoops, who won a national championship at Oklahoma and had served as coach of the UFL's Dallas Renegades for four seasons, has announced his retirement.
Way-too-early 2026 Heisman watch: 15 players who could win the award
We size up next year's most likely candidates for college football's highest individual honor.
Ranking all 64 teams in College Football Playoff history
How do this year's CFP entrants stack up with those of the past -- and how high could they climb?
Updated contract projections for the top four free agent hitters
Pete Alonso and Kyle Schwarber got big bucks for their ability to hit big flies. Here's why it could bring bigger paydays to other available hitters.
No more Nimmo, Timmy Trumpet and their all-time HR king: Remaking the Mets after historic collapse
David Stearns' vision for turning things around at Citi Field hasn't been a hit with fans so far. What's next?
What to make of the Mets losing Pete Alonso, Edwin Diaz on back-to-back days
Losing two faces of the franchise might feel like a gut punch, but is it a disaster or part of a larger plan?
As responsibilities evolve, manager salaries still lag behind coaches in other sports
From new hires to award winners, big paydays continue to allude most skippers. What gives?
Mondays off? Eliminate shadows? MLB managers talk about rules changes, opponents -- and each other
With all 30 skippers in one place at last week's winter meetings, we asked for their thoughts on the state of the game and more.
SS Kim returns to Braves on 1-year, $20M deal
Ha-Seong Kim is returning to Atlanta, agreeing Monday to a one-year, $20 million contract.
Sources: 1B Bell agrees to 1-year deal with Twins
First baseman Josh Bell and the Minnesota Twins are in agreement on a one-year, $7 million contract with a mutual option, sources told ESPN, filling a substantial need for Minnesota with the…
Blue Jays add RHP Rogers on 3-year, $37M deal
Tyler Rogers, who led the major leagues this past season with 81 appearances, is the latest pitching addition by Toronto.
Win now, pay later: Dodgers' obligations pass $1B
Edwin Díaz's contract brings the Dodgers' deferred payment obligations to more than $1 billion due to nine players, including $680 million owed to Shohei Ohtani.
García, Phillies finalize one-year, $10M contract
Former Rangers outfielder Adolis García has signed a one-year deal with the Phillies and will look for a rebound season in the middle of their lineup.
Jurors hear closing arguments in Skaggs civil trial
Jurors on Monday heard closing arguments in a two-month civil trial over whether the Angels should be held responsible for pitcher Tyler Skaggs' fatal overdose in 2019.
↔️ Free agency tracker: Offseason trades, moves
We've got you covered on all the major MLB hot stove signings and trades.
Red Sox, Nationals swap minor league pitchers
Boston traded right-hander Luis Perales to Washington for left-hander Jake Bennett on Monday in an exchange of prospects returning from Tommy John surgery.
MLB offseason grades: Braves fill shortstop hole, Phillies add to outfield mix
We've got you covered with grades and analysis on every winter signing and big offseason trade.
MLB winter meetings winners, losers and questions
Now that the dust has settled in Orlando, we debate our favorite (and least favorite) moves of the week.
Hot stove analysis of offseason trades and free agent signings
Track all the latest MLB free agency and trade news with fantasy baseball analysis from Tristan H. Cockcroft and Eric Karabell.
Predicting the top 5 picks in the 2026 MLB draft after White Sox win lottery
With Chicago landing the No. 1 overall pick for next summer, let's see how the start of the first round could go down.
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