📈 Free agency big board: Ranking the top players
From All-Stars and award winners down to diamonds in the rough, here's who is available on July 1.
Email error causes Caps to address Ovi's future
The Capitals say no decision has been made on Alex Ovechkin's future in the NHL after an email was sent to season-ticket holders calling next season his last.
Ex-Islanders coach Lambert hired to lead Kraken
Former Islanders head coach Lane Lambert has been named the third head coach in Kraken history.
Toews, ex-Blackhawks star, planning NHL return
Jonathan Toews, who stepped away from hockey two seasons ago after 15 seasons with the Blackhawks, is planning an NHL comeback, according to his agent.
Flyers F Foerster signs 2-year, $7.5M extension
Philadelphia Flyers forward Tyson Foerster signed a two-year contract extension worth $7.5 million.
Panthers-Oilers finals rematch opens as toss-up
The betting line for the Panthers-Oilers Stanley Cup finals rematch opened with each team at -110 when the matchup was set Thursday night.
Stars' DeBoer defends call to pull Oettinger early
Jake Oettinger is one reason the Stars are in a championship window, yet his Game 5 performance Thursday night was instrumental in Dallas' third straight Western Conference finals exit.
Oilers win West, book Cup rematch vs. Panthers
Connor McDavid had a breakaway goal and an assist, Corey Perry scored again and the Oilers are going to their second Stanley Cup Final in a row after beating the Stars 6-3 on Thursday night in Game 5.
Islanders sign F Palmieri, D Boqvist to deals
The New York Islanders signed forward Kyle Palmieri to a two-year deal on Friday, while also adding defenseman Adam Boqvist on a one-year deal.
Odds: McDavid is Conn Smythe fave in Panthers rematch
Top ways to bet the series and props for the Stanley Cup Final between the Panthers and Oilers.
Why the Maple Leafs shouldn't re-sign Mitch Marner -- and what they should do instead
Toronto has some franchise-altering decisions to make this summer, starting with the perennial All-Star.
Oilers are back in the Stanley Cup Final: Game 5 grades and a look ahead
A rematch of the 2024 Final begins Wednesday. Here's how Oilers clinched their spot, what held Dallas back.
Stanley Cup Playoffs Central: Bracket, schedule, scores, news
From the first round all the way through the Stanley Cup Final, ESPN has you covered this NHL postseason.
Free agency and draft plans for Stars, Hurricanes, every other eliminated team
We explore the next moves each team should make this summer and forecast its 2025-26 outlook.
Why Panthers shoot plastic rats at Brad Marchand after wins
New tradition plays on Marchand's reputation as a "rat" -- but the celebration is almost 30 years old.
How playoff pressure is different for Seth Jones, other Panthers without a ring
Jones is one of seven Panthers on the playoff roster who haven't won the Stanley Cup.
🏈 FPI projections for 2025: Eagles at No. 1
ESPN's Football Power Index ratings are live. Let's predict the 2025 season, including playoff chances for 32 teams and potential draft order.
Hill hopes to prove to Fins he's 'still 1 of them 1s'
Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill says he has shifted his mentality after a disappointing 2024 season that made headlines on and off the field.
Harbaugh: Cutting Tucker was 'complex' decision
Ravens coach John Harbaugh says the release of Justin Tucker was a "complex decision-making process" that included himself, owner Steve Bisciotti, team president Sashi Brown and general manager Eric…
Williams makes it clear he wanted to be a Bear
Bears quarterback Caleb Williams on Wednesday defended his commitment to the organization that drafted him with the No. 1 pick in 2024.
Vrabel stresses decision-making amid Diggs video
The Patriots are aware of the video in which Stefon Diggs flashed an unidentified pink substance while surrounded by three women on a boat, coach Mike Vrabel said Wednesday.
Raiders OC Kelly, WR Meyers gush over QB Smith
The Las Vegas Raiders are in the second week of OTAs, and quarterback Geno Smith has already made a strong impression.
QB Fields believes he 'can be great' with Jets
Quarterback Justin Fields, who signed a 2-year, $40 million deal with the Jets in March, believes he "can be great" in New York, which will be his third team since being drafted in 2021.
Sources: Fins, Steelers talking trade for TE Smith
The Dolphins have engaged in trade discussions with the Steelers involving tight end Jonnu Smith, sources told ESPN.
Vikings sign GM Adofo-Mensah to extension
The Vikings have signed general manager Kwesi Adofo-Mensah to a multiyear contract extension, the team announced Friday.
The Travis Hunter two-way experiment will have contract consequences: How he could earn extra cash
Massive performance-based pay? Cashing in on incentives? Franchise tag confusion? Hunter playing both ways could have interesting salary cap fallout.
19 NFL stars who could get massive contracts this summer: Everything we know about negotiations
Our experts have the latest buzz on 19 players and their potential new deals, including multiple Chiefs, Jets and Broncos stars.
Bengals' Trey Hendrickson is 'extremely dug in' over contract dispute; here's what to know
Hendrickson said he won't play without a new contract, and mandatory minicamp is nearing. Will something give?
Did Jordan Love regress in 2024? The Packers aren't buying it
After dealing with some injuries last season, Love's focus is on improving his consistency in 2025.
16 NFC teams, 16 offseason awards: The good -- and most confusing -- additions
Green Bay has a wide receiver logjam. Washington loaded up on veterans. And San Francisco isn't quite ready to rebuild.
The season is almost here ... sort of: 100 days out, we have storylines, predictions and more
Let's celebrate the approaching season with 100 big thoughts, predictions, stats and situations to watch.
The decline of a dynasty: The Patriots had a 'difficult' two seasons. Can Mike Vrabel reignite them?
The Patriots have revamped their front office, coaching personnel and roster after back-to-back 4-13 seasons in hopes of closing the gap in the AFC East.
📷 Trends from last time OKC reached NBA Finals
The Oklahoma City Thunder are headed back to the NBA Finals for the first time since 2012.
Adelman wants Nuggets in even better condition
New Nuggets coach David Adelman, who was officially introduced Wednesday, wants his team to be in even better condition and open to new ideas come training camp.
Ex-St. John's star Luis Jr. to remain in NBA draft
Former St. John's star RJ Luis Jr., the Big East Player of the Year and a second-team All-American, is keeping his name in the NBA draft, his agent, Sam Permut of Roc Nation, told ESPN on Wednesday.
Ant vows: 'Nobody's going to work harder than me'
Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards made a promise to improve after Minnesota fell short of the NBA Finals for the second straight year.
'No need to panic': Pacers flop but vow to respond
Tyrese Haliburton expressed confidence despite the Pacers falling flat in Thursday's Game 5 loss to the Knicks, saying, "We understand what the stakes are. ... We're fine."
Brunson jump-starts Knicks to help force Game 6
Jalen Brunson scored 14 of his 32 points in the opening quarter, as the Knicks finally got the start they wanted and rolled to a wire-to-wire 111-94 victory in Game 5.
Lawsuit accuses Zion of rape, years of abuse
A woman has accused Pelicans forward Zion Williamson of rape in addition to "sexual, physical, emotional and financial" abuse over the span of a relationship that lasted from 2018 to 2023, according…
Something about this OKC team looks familiar — and the NBA should be terrified
The Thunder have followed in the footsteps of the 2014-15 Golden State Warriors this season. Is a future dynasty in the making?
Free agent rankings: Kevin Pelton's top 25 for 2025
Will LeBron James opt in or sign a new deal? We're breaking down what's next for 25 star free agents.
NBA playoff futures: Thunder big favorites to take title, Pacers move up
With the conference finals almost wrapped up, here are the updated odds to win the NBA championship and Finals MVP.
Withdrawal deadline: NIL impact, Florida's gain, 2026 draft, more
Who are biggest winners and losers from prospects' decisions to stay or go? We answer the burning questions.
Updated NBA draft rankings: How the NCAA withdrawal deadline shook up the top 100
With 18 of our top 100 NBA prospects returning to college, there's movement in our list, starting at No. 5.
NBA playoffs 2025: Conference finals news, schedule, scores and highlights
Here's everything you need to know about the 2025 NBA playoffs, including scores, news and highlights.
Big 12 chief: Big Ten, SEC must serve football
The Big Ten and the SEC have the bulk of control over the future of the College Football Playoff, and Big 12 commissioner Brett Yormark says that comes with a "great responsibility" to serve college…
🏈 Top storylines, predictions for 2025 season
With just 100 days until Week 0, we take a look at 100 things to know ahead of the college football season.
'Wish of the room': SEC coaches want to play B1G
LSU's Brian Kelly said "the wish of the room" among SEC coaches is to add a game vs. a Big Ten opponent in a scheduling agreement, but they "need a partner" to do it.
Baylor DL Alex Foster, 18, dies in Miss. shooting
Baylor defensive lineman Alex Foster, 18, died early Wednesday after he was found with multiple gunshot wounds in a car in his hometown of Greenville, Mississippi.
SEC bumps field/court storming fines to $500K
The SEC is ratcheting up penalties on schools whose fans storm the field or rush the court, doing away with an escalating fine system and now charging $500,000 per incident.
Dillingham: Arizona State as a favorite 'less fun'
Asked Thursday during Big 12 spring meetings how much fun it was to be among the favorites after being picked to finish last in the preseason media poll in 2024, Dillingham said, "It's less fun, to be…
Dykes quips on UNC opener: 'Bad scheduling'
TCU will open the 2025 season against Bill Belichick and North Carolina two years after opening against Deion Sanders' first game at Colorado.
College HOF rules change, making Leach eligible
The National Football Foundation has lowered the eligibility criteria for coaches to be considered for induction into the College Football Hall of Fame beginning in 2027.
CFP 5+11 model gaining traction among leaders
A 16-team College Football Playoff model featuring the top five conference champions and 11 at-large teams is gaining traction following SEC spring meetings this week.
Ranking all college football head coaches as players
There are small-school standouts and a Heisman winner. There's a national title QB and one of the best ever.
2026 recruiting class rankings: Notre Dame pushes closer to the top spot
We break down the best recruiting classes so far in the 2026 cycle.
ESPN Junior 300: Comparisons for top 2027 prospects
Looking ahead to the junior class recruits, and how the top player at each position stacks up.
Conference USA preview: Liberty is early favorite but contenders abound
The Flames are the team to beat, but Western Kentucky and Jacksonville State (among others) can't be counted out.
Delayed flights, missed meals and little sleep: How college teams adjusted to cross-country travel
How Oregon State baseball and multiple teams at UCLA adapted to new schedules, for better and for worse.
📈 Power Rankings: Another change at No. 1
Through the first two months of the 2025 season, five different teams have sat atop our list. Who won the battle in Week 9?
MLB purchasing equity stake in fledgling AUSL
MLB is purchasing an equity stake in the Athletes Unlimited Softball League, partnering with the fledgling league that is preparing for its first four-team season and plans to expand in future years.
Cubs agree to 1-year deal with LHP Cabrera
The Cubs agreed to a one-year contract with former New York Mets left-hander Génesis Cabrera on Thursday and designated right-hander Brooks Kriske for assignment.
Manfred: Reinstating Rose, Jackson was 'overdue'
MLB commissioner Rob Manfred said his decision to reinstate Pete Rose, "Shoeless" Joe Jackson and other deceased banned players was a matter of "baseball living up to the deal that they originally…
Dodgers acquire ex-closer Diaz in trade with Reds
The Dodgers have acquired former All-Star closer Alexis Diaz from the Reds in exchange for minor leaguer Mike Villani. Diaz had 75 saves over the previous three seasons.
Reds place OF Hays on IL, activate OF Fraley
The Cincinnati Reds placed Austin Hays on the 10-day injured list and activated fellow outfielder Jake Fraley from the same list on Friday.
Braves' Sale fastest to reach 2,500 career K's
Chris Sale's 2,500th strikeout came in his 2,026th inning, the fastest time frame in which a pitcher has reached that mark.
Trout set to come off IL, rejoin Angels on Friday
Angels star Mike Trout, who hasn't played since sustaining a contusion on his surgically repaired left knee while trying to beat out an infield single on April 30, will come off IL on Friday.
McCullers gets security in wake of online threats
After receiving online death threats over his performance, Lance McCullers Jr., who has two young daughters, worked with the Astros to hire 24-hour security for his family.
Is your school loaded with stars? Ranking college teams with most MLB draft prospects
As NCAA baseball regionals begin, we identify the squads brimming with high-end talent.
Finding the next hidden breakout aces
Tristan H. Cockcroft tries to figure out how to identify pitchers who might become the next big thing.
Ohtani scores 170 runs? Royals have a top-10 SP? Don't be surprised
Eric Karabell looks into the crystal ball to tell fantasy baseball managers what might come to pass in the not-too-distant future.
The five most astounding stats behind the 100-game stretch when the Tigers have ruled MLB
Detroit has been the best team in baseball since Aug. 11 of last season.
Forget the elite batting average and eye-popping home runs -- for Aaron Judge, it's all about staying healthy
Frequent IL trips early in his career "pissed him off." Now, he's playing every day -- and making history.
Why two top MLB prospects are still in the minors despite huge numbers
A pair of top prospects are tearing up the minors while the Red Sox and Royals are scuffling. What gives?
Who has the early edge for MVP, Cy Young and more? Inside the numbers on MLB's biggest awards
With Memorial Day weekend behind us, it's time to take our first look at the leaders for MVP, Cy Young and more.
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