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Be A Pro includes a new presentation package, core structure, and stronger emphasis on decisions.
The San Jose city council unanimously approved a deal Tuesday to commit $325 million to upgrade the Sharks' arena and keep the team in the city until 2051.
Entering his 19th NHL season, Detroit Red Wings forward Patrick Kane is at Team USA's Olympic orientation camp this week in Michigan, hoping for a roster spot and an opportunity to land a gold medal…
EA Sports has kicked off ratings reveals for the upcoming ice hockey sim.
With the Hlinka-Gretzky Cup complete, draft season is here. Here are the top skaters to watch for next June.
Brianna Decker, whose playing career was cut short by a leg injury at the 2022 Beijing Olympics, is joining the two-time defending PWHL champion Minnesotga Frost as a coaching assistant.
Florida Panthers star forward Matthew Tkachuk, 27, a key cog in the franchise's two Stanley Cup runs the past two years, underwent surgery this month and is expected to miss the start of the regular…
The Wild have re-signed restricted free agent Marco Rossi to a 3-year, $15 million contract.
Forward Victor Olofsson, who spent last season with the Golden Knights, signed a one-year deal with the Avalanche.
The Chicago Blackhawks have agreed to terms with forward Frank Nazar on a seven-year extension worth $46.13 million.
A lawyer for one of five former world junior hockey players acquitted of sexual assault charges last month says he has been informed the Canadian government will not appeal the judge's ruling.
Players can take control of a single skater's career, from the minors to retirement, in Be A Pro Mode.
Forward Milan Lucic, 37, out of the NHL since 2023, is being brought in by the Blues for a tryout.
What started as a group chat in 2020 has become a force for change in expanding hockey to underserved communities.
The home of the Tampa Bay Lightning has a new name, Benchmark International Arena, after the NHL team unveiled a multiyear agreement Wednesday with the mergers and acquisitions company.
EA Sports has partnered with the NHL in an effort to make players behave more realistically.
A plethora of squads around the NHL creatively posted about the announcement of Swift's new album.
Being an athlete in the public eye can have its perks, but also many challenges. The most recent one? Bettors requesting money if they aren't getting the wins.
Kraken defenseman Ryker Evans agreed to a two-year contract extension, which carries a $2.05 million average annual value and runs through 2026-27.
The Senators have reached an agreement on the purchase and sale of land parcels totaling 11 acres at LeBreton Flats, located just west of Parliament Hill in Ottawa. It's a significant step in…
What's it like being on the cover of a video game with their dad? And what are their thoughts on the Winter Games?
Safety Jordan Poyer is returning to the Bills, signing to the team's practice squad, a source told ESPN.
The Vikings and Panthers are finalizing a trade for wide receiver Adam Thielen to return to Minnesota.
The Patriots cut 2022 first-round draft choice Cole Strange despite significant depth concerns along their offensive line.
The NFL placed Texans starting safety Jimmie Ward on the commissioner exempt list, the league announced Tuesday.
Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer for the first time said Micah Parsons would likely need some ramp-up time when he eventually does return to play.
The Browns trimmed their crowded quarterback room to Joe Flacco and rookies Dillon Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders and named Gabriel the backup to Flacco.
The Lions have agreed to trade veteran wide receiver Tim Patrick to the Jaguars for a sixth-round draft pick following Patrick's return from injuries in 2024.
Tom Brady is getting some additional access in his role as a Fox broadcaster, including being allowed to attend production meetings this season, a source confirmed to ESPN.
He knelt to the ground and pulled out a ring. Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's love story has reached new heights.
Good move for Minnesota to bring back Adam Thielen? We sized up NFL preseason deals.
We're tracking every trade since the start of NFL training camps, including deals for Tim Patrick, Adam Thielen and Sam Howell.
Another 1,000-yard season for Mike Evans? Travis Kelce to surprise? Rookies to watch? Eric Karabell offers the lines on overs that are appealing.
Moody lists the players he's most excited about drafting this season, including some late-round targets.
No one is more plugged in to the latest buzz around the NFL than Adam Schefter. We asked him to share his favorite values in fantasy drafts with you.
Cal and Hannah McNair open up about why they left last season's playoff loss feeling like they can win it all.
First-year head coach Kellen Moore took his time deciding on who would start vs. the Cardinals in Week 1. Here's what went into the decision.
Jordan Love in the MVP mix? Emeka Egbuka leading all Bucs receivers? Colts winning the AFC South? We have 32 outside-the-box things to watch.
This is the group put together in an offseason as undoubtedly a priority to rebuild the quarterback room.
Kelce, who announced his engagement to Taylor Swift on Tuesday, revamped his body for one more shot at Super Bowl glory.
The Chiefs tight end and pop star announced their engagement in a joint Instagram post on Tuesday.
With the 2025 season a week away, NFL teams were required to finalize their 53-man rosters on Tuesday. We are covering every team's cuts here.
Former Ohio State teammates Justin Fields and Garrett Wilson reuniting in New York comes at a pivotal time for both.
Matthew Stafford needs 191 yards to join the prestigious list of quarterbacks to throw for 60,000 yards.
Only 100 players can make the list. Here are 10 more who league insiders felt should have been there.
We predicted the top players in 2025. How many Eagles are ranked? Is Patrick Mahomes still No. 1? Where does Myles Garrett land?
The top five seeds, play-in group and bottom five. NBA experts predict where all 30 teams will land in the standings for the 2025-26 season.
EuroBasket returns for the first time since 2022. Twenty-four teams are set to compete for champion of Europe.
Neil Paine breaks down the Top 10 NBA superstars expected to appear at 2025 EuroBasket.
Which teams will reach new heights and which will take a tumble? Which superstar will request a trade next?
Can Nikola Jokic claim a fourth MVP? Which rookie will impress? Our NBA Summer Forecast panel reveals its award predictions for the 2025-26 season.
A 1-of-1 signed Michael Jordan/Kobe Bryant card broke the record for most expensive sports card sold at auction, closing at $12.932 million Saturday night.
Former NBA star Shawn Kemp was sentenced to 30 days of electronic home monitoring for shooting at two men inside a vehicle in a Washington state mall parking lot.
Cleveland Cavaliers guard Max Strus underwent surgery to repair a Jones fracture in his left foot and will miss around three to four months.
What hurdles will they have to overcome to raise the Larry O'Brien Trophy?
John Wall is retiring after 11 NBA seasons.
The father of Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown was accused of attempted murder in connection with a stabbing Wednesday night in Las Vegas.
Malik Beasley is no longer a target of the federal gambling investigation conducted by the Eastern District of New York, his attorneys told ESPN on Friday, potentially reopening free agency for one of…
A key feature of the new Nike Kobe 3 Protro is diamond shapes on the upper and outsole in honor of Natalia.
The NBA free agent made a surprise cameo, showing off his moves alongside the Grammy Award-winning singer.
What numbers are teams focused on with just over a month until training camp starts?
Our NBA insiders have details on all the signings, trades and buzz for the NBA offseason.
Kevin Pelton breaks down the most impactful signings, including the Clippers bringing back Chris Paul.
For two decades, the two superstars have led superteams to NBA glory. Now, for the first time, they're both looking up at one -- and perhaps the best one yet.
Kansas State running back Dylan Edwards will miss Saturday's game against North Dakota due to a left ankle injury, a source tells ESPN.
Former University of South Florida football coach Jim Leavitt is facing theft and battery charges after an argument with an ex-girlfriend turned physical, police said.
Alabama and West Virginia mutually agreed to cancel their home-and-home series that had been scheduled for 2026 and 2027, the schools announced.
The NCAA is weighing a rule that would require incoming Division I athletes to disclose name, image and likeness deals from high school or junior college to the NIL Go clearinghouse established under…
Oklahoma State plans to start redshirt freshman Hauss Hejny at quarterback Thursday in the season opener against UT Martin, sources said.
An extended agreement between the Pac-12 and The CW will see 66 events broadcast annually on the network.
Kaidon Salter, who transferred from Liberty to Colorado in December, has been named the starting quarterback for the Buffaloes ahead of Friday's season opener against Georgia Tech.
Ohio State coach Ryan Day has one message for freshman quarterback Julian Sayin, who will be making his first career start vs. No. 1 Texas on Saturday: "Just win."
Find out which teams our reporters picked for the College Football Playoff ahead of the 2025 season.
Pamela Maldonado tracks the odds to win the Heisman and the national championship.
Lines for Texas-Ohio State, LSU-Clemson, Notre Dame-Miami and other Week 1 top-25 college football matchups
There are interesting QBs all over college football. We look at what they do well and what opponents will do to stop them.
Heather Dinich takes a look at lessons learned last year and teams in need of big wins early.
Blood clots almost derailed Corleone's career, but he's pressing forward with the support of both the town and the university.
How did the Texas quarterback learn to handle the pressure he's facing as the most famous college football player in the country?
Fans were ready to run Day and his family out of town last November. He stayed resolute.
It's time to kick off the 2025 college football season! From Alabama-FSU to Clemson-LSU, check out the full slate of games and channels now.
With a new season here, we look at some of the wild, wacky, wonderful reasons we love college football.
One year removed from Nick Saban, Kalen DeBoer continues to work on putting his stamp on the program.
Let's examine some exciting new names we weren't talking about in April.
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.
Which budding stars have surged up our list now that the draft and trade season are behind us?
The busiest time of the year for adding prospects has passed. Here's how every organization stacks up now.
The Mariners slugger made long ball history with his 49th blast of 2025. Here's how his year stacks up with other shocking breakouts.
The first-place Phillies made a couple of changes to their bullpen Tuesday.
Anthony Volpe's slump continued in an 0-for-4 return to the starting lineup Tuesday against the Nationals, but manager Aaron Boone said Volpe "got some good swings off."
Chicago Cubs pitching prospect Brandon Birdsell will have season-ending elbow surgery, dashing his hopes of making his major league debut in 2025.
Kyle Bradish struck out 10 in six innings in an impressive return from Tommy John surgery for the Baltimore Orioles on Tuesday night against Boston.
Alex Vesia, one of the Los Angeles Dodgers' most important and frequently used relief pitchers, landed on the injured list with an oblique strain on Tuesday, after he felt tightness in his right side…
Rangers right-hander Nathan Eovaldi, among the favorites for the AL Cy Young Award, will likely miss the remainder of the season with a strained rotator cuff.
Willson Contreras was suspended for six games and fined an undisclosed amount for his tirade during the St. Louis Cardinals' 7-6 win over Pittsburgh Monday night, but he appealed the decision…
The Mets' bats stayed hot as they beat Phillies closer Jhoan Duran with four straight singles in a 6-5 walk-off win.
As small-market Milwaukee rolls along with MLB's best record, everyone wants to know the Brew Crew's secret formula.
The Royals reliever has dealt with his issues with alcoholism. Here's how he is sharing his story.
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