🏒 Offseason trade grades: Trocheck, Nurse, more
The summer trade season is officially on fire! Find grades for each GM involved in all the big swaps here.
Leafs fire Wickenheiser amid front office purge
Assistant general manager Hayley Wickenheiser, one of the most decorated women's players of all time, was one of several executives fired by the Maple Leafs.
Isles launch fan design contest for third jersey
The Islanders announced Wednesday they are letting their fans design the team's new third jersey for the 2027-28 NHL season.
Rangers dodge arbitration hearing, sign Schneider
The New York Rangers and restricted free agent defenseman Braden Schneider, 24, agreed on a one-year contract ahead of their salary arbitration hearing, and an NHL source told ESPN's Greg Wyshynski on…
Blackhawks star Bedard to miss start of season
Blackhawks star center Connor Bedard is expected to miss the start of the season after undergoing surgery on his left shoulder.
Sabres sign Krebs to 4-year deal worth $18M
Veteran NHL executive John Davidson, who spent 18 seasons as president of the Blues, Blue Jackets and Rangers, has been hired by the Sabres as senior adviser.
Sharks' Celebrini: Hometown discount on table
Sharks center Macklin Celebrini, eligible to sign an extension this offseason, would "100%" consider taking less than market value to help the team.
Ducks match Flyers' $90M offer to Carlsson
The Ducks have matched the Flyers' five-year offer sheet for star 21-year-old center Leo Carlsson that is worth an NHL-high $18 million per season.
Celebrini, 20, youngest on EA Sports' NHL cover
At age 20, Macklin Celebrini will be the youngest ever cover athlete for EA Sports' NHL series when it's released later this year.
NHL free agency 2026: Grades, fits for Andersen, C...
With free agency underway, we're handing out marks for all of the big deals around the league.
Live NHL free agency tracker: Contract details for...
Get up to speed on all the latest veteran additions teams are making beginning on June 30.
Macklin Celebrini on Sharks contract talks, Sidney...
The 20-year-old superstar was revealed as the next cover athlete of the EA Sports NHL series.
$15 million? $20 million?!? How Hughes, Makar will...
Some observers scoffed at the $12.5 million per year contract that Bowen Byram signed. Just wait.
Winners and losers of the Leo Carlsson offer sheet...
The Ducks decided to match the deal, thus retaining the young center -- and paying him $18 million annually the next five seasons.
Nathan MacKinnon, Connor McDavid lead 2026 ranking...
After a busy NHL offseason, get ready for the 2026-27 fantasy hockey season with the top 250 rankings.
Let's rank the top 10 quarterbacks in the NFL: Jos...
Who are the elite QBs in the NFL right now? Which passer ranks No. 1? And where do multiple top names from the 2024 draft class land on our top-10 list?
Which guards and centers make the list? NFL evalua...
Execs, coaches and scouts from around the NFL ranked their top 10 interior offensive linemen.
Ranking the best linebackers in the NFL: Our exec ...
Evaluators around the league ranked their top 10 off-ball linebackers. Is Fred Warner still No. 1? Which young standout is high on the list?
Is 49ers assistant K.J. Wright the next DeMeco Rya...
The former Seahawks linebacker faced the 49ers many times ... but now he's coaching Fred Warner & Co.
Eight new NFL coach-player pairings Solak can't wa...
Can Brian Daboll take Cam Ward's game to another level? How will Sean Payton scheme up Jaylen Waddle? Is the Chris Shula-Myles Garrett combo unstoppable?
Mock draft: 12-team league can shift your quarterb...
A 12-team mock draft shows how two additional teams can impact positional depth at the QB and TE positions.
Copy of 2026 Fantasy Football Draft Guide: Rankings, mock ...
Your one-stop shop as you prep for draft season, including rankings, projections and analysis.
🏈 Barnwell's guide to building a Super Bowl roste...
Do teams need first-round QBs to reach the Super Bowl? Is it crucial to spend big on No. 1 receivers and top-tier edge rushers? Let's sort through rosters from the past 15 Super Bowls.
Commanders to retire No. 44 of HOF RB Riggins
The Commanders are retiring the No. 44 worn by Hall of Famer and franchise rushing leader John Riggins -- more than 40 years after one of the most famous runs in Super Bowl history.
Rams' Jackson won't face felony charge for arrest
The Rams' Alaric Jackson will not face a felony charge after he was arrested on a domestic violence charge in June, the Los Angeles County District Attorney's Office confirmed to ESPN.
Packers sign LB McDuffie to one-year extension
The Packers signed veteran linebacker Isaiah McDuffie to a contract extension Monday.
Free agent Diggs: No WR2 in NFL better than me
Free agent Stefon Diggs says he is better than any No. 2 wide receiver currently on an NFL roster.
Clutch Vinatieri to enter Colts' Ring of Honor
Kicker Adam Vinatieri, who will enter the Pro Football Hall of Fame next month, will enter the Colts' Ring of Honor during a ceremony Oct. 18.
Niners part owner agrees to purchase Seahawks
A group led by Niners limited partner Vinod Khosla has agreed to purchase the Seahawks, with sources telling ESPN the selling price will be a record $9.612 billion. The Khosla family will be required…
Study: NFLers die from dementia at higher rate
NFL players are four times more likely than the general population to die of neurodegenerative diseases such as dementia and Parkinson's, according to a study released Wednesday.
No GPS tracker for Arnold, can work out for teams
Former Lions cornerback Terrion Arnold does not need to wear a GPS tracker as a condition of his release, a Florida judge ruled Friday, allowing him to continue to work out with NFL teams in an effort…
AFC East: Can Bills, Jets or Dolphins unseat the Patriots in 2026?
Four big questions for our AFC East reporters, including biggest concerns and how the offseason impacted the QBs.
NBA summer league: First impressions of rookies an...
2026 summer league is in full swing! Our NBA insiders break down first impressions of top rookie debuts.
From unranked in high school to summer league stan...
Once overlooked as recruits, these summer league rookies are proving why they were first-round draft picks.
'Good at the cost of great': How one of the NBA's most iconic franchises was lost to mediocrity
The Bulls hired a new front office and coach and drafted at No. 4 in the draft, just like they did in 2020. Here's why they believe this is a new era -- not a repeat of the last.
Sources: Trent sticks with Bucks for 4 years, $64M...
Gary Trent Jr. has agreed to a four-year, $64 million deal to remain with the Milwaukee Bucks, Klutch Sports CEO Rich Paul and agent Lucas Newton told ESPN's Shams Charania on Saturday.
Sources: Warriors to hire Vogel as associate coach...
The Warriors agreed to hire longtime NBA coach Frank Vogel as the associate head coach under Steve Kerr, league sources told ESPN, filling the void left by the departing Terry Stotts.
Kessler: Will 'run through brick wall' for Lakers
Walker Kessler, who will have a clean bill of health to start next season, said he will "run through a brick wall" for the Lakers after they committed money and draft assets toward acquiring him.
Sources: Lakers add Z. Williams on 1-year deal
The Lakers have agreed to a one-year, $3 million deal with free agent forward Ziaire Williams, sources told ESPN.
Jazz's Alexander exits Vegas game on stretcher
Jazz guard Trey Alexander was taken from the court on a stretcher Monday night after appearing to injure his side on a drive to the basket in an NBA summer league game against the Bulls.
Reaves likes Lakers' 'pieces' in post-LeBron era
Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves, fresh off signing the most lucrative contract in NBA history for an undrafted player, spoke Monday about his new-look franchise, and how it moves forward amid…
Herro wants to 'move on' from Bam altercation
Bucks guard Tyler Herro said he wants to "move on" from his physical altercation with former teammate Bam Adebayo last week in Las Vegas and is "focused on the next chapter in Milwaukee."
🏀 Free agent grades for signings and extensions
Evaluating free agent signings and extensions, including Cleveland signing Mitchell to a nearly $275M deal.
Hornets GM Peterson: Ball deal fed 'multiple goals...
Calling it "probably the most difficult" decision he has made, Charlotte president of basketball operations Jeff Peterson told reporters Saturday in Las Vegas that the LaMelo Ball trade was done with…
Spurs' Luke Kornet makes his pitch to LeBron James...
The San Antonio Spurs center threw his hat into the ring to recruit LeBron James -- and the result is some legitimately excellent comedy.
Copy of Psych, that's the wrong number! Ja Morant signs ol...
The Portland Trail Blazers guard seemed to forget he had a new number when inking a jersey.
What LeBron James could sign for with six teams, a...
As the free agent race to land LeBron James continues, here's what six teams can actually offer him, from the exact dollar amount to the intangibles.
🏈 Conference previews: Focus on 138 FBS teams
From the SEC and Big Ten to the Sun Belt and MAC, we have projections, predictions and players to watch.
Texas A&M adds to blue chip haul with LB Allen
LB Mikahi Allen marks the latest addition to the Aggies star-studded 2027 recruiting class, which reaches mid-July at No. 1 in ESPN's class rankings with 17 SC Next 300 commits.
Tide lands top in-state QB prospect for 2028
Alabama has secured the commitment of top in-state QB prospect Kingston Preyear, the No. 3 pocket passer in ESPN's 2028 recruiting class.
Source: Herman joins Florida St. coaching staff
Florida State will hire former Texas, Houston and Florida Atlantic coach Tom Herman for this season, sources told ESPN's Adam Rittenberg Monday, and the 51-year-old who last coached in 2024 with the…
Embattled Michigan AD Manuel not ready to go
Michigan athletic director Warde Manuel is defending his résumé and says he does not want to leave the school.
Patterson named ACC supervisor of officials
Veteran official Gary Patterson was selected as the new ACC supervisor of officials on Monday, less than week after Al Riveron stepped down from the post.
NCAA's eligibility rules sued by 11 athletes
Eleven Division I athletes -- all who depleted their eligibility in the 2025-26 season, have filed a federal class action lawsuit alleging that the NCAA's new eligibility rules adversely affected…
'Make Drue proud every day': How DJ Eliot's daughter continues to inspire him and his family
NC State's defensive coordinator continues to find ways to honor his daughter after she died of cancer.
Updated ranking of the top 100 players who transfe...
We adjusted our ranking after removing former No. 1 player Brendan Sorsby.
Ranking top coaches: Can Curt Cignetti win this ti...
Our reporters make -- and defend -- their picks for the coaches they'd want to lead their team.
2027 recruiting class rankings: Oregon continues t...
These schools are setting the pace as the recruiting race heats up.
Sources: MLB in LA28 facing hurdles with MLBPA
Though support is growing for MLB to participate in the Olympics in 2028, it's complicated by disagreements with the MLBPA, according to sources.
Conflicted Mattingly on NL ASG staff vs. ex-boss
Phillies interim manager Don Mattingly is coaching under his Dodgers replacement at the All-Star Game against an AL team led by his former boss with the Blue Jays.
A's fire pitching coach Emerson amid 9-game slide
The Athletics, who have a nine-game losing streak, have fired pitching coach Scott Emerson, with bullpen coach Dan Hubbs taking over on an interim basis.
All-Stars oppose salary cap, see time to find deal...
Paul Skenes, Juan Soto and Bryce Harper are among baseball's All-Stars who say players will never agree to a salary cap but maintain there's plenty of time to avoid a conflict that could shorten the…
Schwarber to lead off for NL; 3 new AL starters
The Phillies' Kyle Schwarber will lead off for the NL in the All-Star Game as the replacement for Shohei Ohtani, while Riley Greene, Ben Rice and Cody Bellinger will start for the AL.
Harper denies giving FanDuel consent for fan video...
Phillies star Bryce Harper said Monday that he did not know how FanDuel would use a personalized video he made for a customer, who has since accused the sportsbook in a lawsuit of taking advantage of…
Walker walks it off: Cards slugger wins HR Derby
Jordan Walker homered on his last six swings to beat hometown favorite Kyle Schwarber, becoming the first Cardinal to win the Home Run Derby.
Walker hopes Derby win stirs Black kids to play
Cardinals outfielder Jordan Walker wants to be a role model, and he hopes his victory in the Home Run Derby inspires more Black kids to play baseball.
👀 Giants draft Barry Bonds' nephew in 3rd round
Peyton Bonds hit .352 with six home runs and 13 stolen bases for Rutgers this past season.
'He's got the stuff and backs it up': MLB All-Star...
From Miz's heat to Schwarbombs to everything Ohtani brings, these players are why baseball is having a moment.
Jordan Walker is your 2026 Home Run Derby champion...
We have your one-stop shop for the most power-packed day of the baseball year as the 2026 Derby champion is crowned.
2026 MLB draft recap for all 30 teams: Best picks,...
Now that all 20 rounds are in the books, it's time to see what Kiley McDaniel makes of your team's draft class.
The perfect trade deadline addition for every MLB ...
Tairk Skubal to which elite team? An All-Star traded within the NL East!? We make dream moves for every World Series hopeful.
We won't see a pitcher like Justin Verlander again...
With the future first-ballot Hall of Famer set to retire, his departure helps mark the end of an era for MLB's aces.
MLB All-Star Game: Predictions, live updates and t...
Baseball's best are in Philly. Here are the matchups we want to see and what our experts think will happen.
Cleats Shohei Ohtani wore during 2025 Tokyo series...
The cleats are signed in Ohtani's rarely seen Kanji signature and include his dog -- Decoy -- on its heels.
Brewers' Jacob Misiorowski's All-Star Game glove i...
The Milwaukee Brewers ace showed off a special Pokémon-themed All-Star Game glove that includes a Charizard card inside of it.
Prospects watch: The future is not quite now
Eric Karabell reports from the MLB draft and Futures Game to let fantasy managers know whose names you need to know.
Ohtani, Witt and ... Pete Alonso! First-half MVPs ...
We name each club's top performer so far -- and how many All-Stars they'd have in a perfect world.
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