World Junior Championship guide: Top contenders, key players to watch
The tournament starts Thursday, with the best under-20 players in hockey. Here are gold medal favorites, players set to break out.
The NHL's best this week: Is Craig Berube on the hot seat in Toronto?
As the holiday break approaches, the Maple Leafs aren't exactly excelling. Plus, key games in the week ahead.
Preds' Haslam: 'No brainer' to add Saban to fold
Nick Saban, the Predator's new minority owner, said he will be involved in the organization as much or as chariman Bill Haslam wants.
Lafreniere hits milestone as Rangers rally to win
Alexis Lafreniere scored his 100th career goal as part of a five-goal third that rallied the Rangers to a victory over the Capitals on Tuesday night.
Treliving backs Berube; Maple Leafs end skid at 3
Hours after Toronto general manager Brad Treliving gave coach Craig Berube a vote of confidence amid his team's struggles, the Maple Leafs went out and ended a three-game slide with a 6-3 win against…
Canadiens handle Bruins in Original 6 fight fest
In a fight-filled game befitting the Original Six rivalry, the Boston Bruins fell to the Montreal Canadiens 6-2 on Tuesday night at TD Garden.
🔍 Inside the Quinn Hughes blockbuster trade
Here's how the trade came to pass, what other teams were in the mix, and the aftershocks throughout the NHL.
ECHL players on verge of strike with CBA impasse
The Professional Hockey Players' Association said its ECHL membership has served a strike notice that would be effective Friday, as the union and league can't come to an agreement on a new CBA.
Draisaitl's hat trick helps Oilers storm into break
Captain Connor McDavid had five assists, teammate Leon Draisaitl scored three goals and the Oilers kept rolling into the holiday hiatus with a 5-1 victory over the rival Calgary Flames Tuesday night…
🏈 Playoff picture projections: The updated odds
We are following the 2025 NFL season's playoff picture. Here's how things look right now for wild-card spots, division races and even the draft order.
Lamar misses practice again, doubtful vs. Packers
Ravens star quarterback Lamar Jackson is doubtful for Saturday's game at Green Bay, with backup Tyler Huntley set to start if the two-time MVP remains sidelined.
Dak's 'pride' has him planning to play final game
Dak Prescott reiterated after Thursday's win that he wants to play in next week's season finale versus the Giants, citing his pride in not finishing below .500 as a team.
Broncos snap Arrowhead skid with gritty win
The Broncos ended a long losing streak in Arrowhead Stadium to keep Denver on track for the AFC West title and the conference's top seed.
Kelce emotional after season finale at Arrowhead
The Chiefs' loss to the Broncos might have marked Travis Kelce's final appearance at Arrowhead Stadium, though the star tight end remained noncommittal about his future after the game.
Lions' playoff chances end with loss: 'It sucks'
The Lions officially fell out of playoff contention with a 23-10 loss to the Vikings, leaving Detroit to evaluate how it needs to improve.
Vikes dominate Lions despite woeful passing game
The Vikings accomplished the rare feat of winning an NFL game while finishing with fewer than 10 net passing yards.
Bucs All-Pro left tackle Wirfs out vs. Dolphins
Buccaneers All-Pro left tackle Tristan Wirfs is out against the Dolphins with a toe injury.
Pats down 5 starters, but Henderson might play
The Patriots will be without five starters against the Jets, but there's still a chance rookie running back TreVeyon Henderson is available as he progresses through concussion protocol.
How humbling is an NFL rookie season? 36 players share what they learned this year
Tyler Shough, Isaac TeSlaa and Jalon Walker were among the 36 rookies who learned how humbling and challenging the NFL can be.
Will your team make the playoffs? Simulate the rest of the regular season
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Can Jalen Hurts or Josh Allen break the career rushing TD record?
How much does the tush push play a factor in their records?
What you need to know for every NFL game in Week 17 -- including fantasy tips, playoff implications, predictions
Seahawks vs. Panthers? Jalen Hurts vs. Josh Allen? Picks, predictions, stats and what's at stake for every remaining Week 17 game.
Reactions: Broncos stay in control of AFC destiny; Cowboys, Vikings win
Our NFL Nation reporters answer big questions from each Week 17 game. Here's what you need to know.
'Mr. Eligible': The growing fraternity of NFL sixth offensive linemen
NFL teams are using sixth O-linemen in more plays this season, and we're highlighting, yep -- six of them.
Week 17 buzz: What we're hearing on Burrow, red-hot Jaguars, Pro Bowl rosters
Here's the latest, including intel on Joe Burrow's future, opening QB1 spots and much more.
NFL execs on how Tua Tagovailoa lost his edge and Mike McDaniel's support
What has gone wrong for Tagovailoa, what's the Dolphins' path forward and is there any interest in him?
The Chargers are fresh off one of their best performances. Can they keep it up against Houston?
Just how good were the Chargers against the Cowboys? And can they repeat that performance?
The Seahawks' playoff X factor is ... the special teams unit?
Seattle is looking to capture the No. 1 seed in the NFC with two games remaining before playoffs.
Panthers-Seahawks game a reminder of Dave Canales' connection to Pete Carroll
Carroll mentored Canales during their time in Seattle, and their similarities remain obvious.
Bah humbug: An NFL holiday story, featuring festive names from around the league
From Jaylin Noel to Julius Chestnut, the fictional Holiday Bowl is full of holiday cheer.
Vikings' 'Winter Warrior' look leads Week 17 uniforms
The holiday week means uniform heat all around the NFL, led by a monochromatic look from the Vikings.
Most fashionable arrivals of NFL Week 17, featuring Travis Kelce
Before the NFL's Christmas Day slate kicked off, players made sure to put their most fashionable foot forward.
Matchup rankings: Upgrade Fannin Jr., downgrade Williams
The most and least favorable matchups at the four key fantasy positions (QB, RB, WR and TE).
The Playbook: Shadow Reports, lineup locks for Christmas Day and all of Week 17
An all-encompassing look at the matchups to exploit or avoid and lineup locks in fantasy, as well as projected scores for all NFL games.
👀 LeBron vs. Brooks timeline: Tension, trash talk
The two players have had their fair share of battles on the court through the years.
Bench, Brunson rally Knicks to comeback win
Jalen Brunson scored 34 points, reserve Jordan Clarkson had 25, and the Knicks came from 17 down in the fourth quarter to beat the Cavaliers 126-124 and win on Christmas Day for the third straight…
Jokic: Flagg 'really mature' in leading Mavs to win
Cooper Flagg had the best long-range shooting performance of his young career and left an impression on three-time MVP Nikola Jokic with his performance down the stretch Tuesday night.
Spurs continue dominance over OKC with 3rd win
The Spurs defeated the Thunder 117-102 for their third win over the defending NBA champs in the past two weeks.
Streaking Dubs in 'good place' after Kerr-Green tiff
The Warriors are "in a good place," according to Steve Kerr, as Golden State weathered a blowup between the coach and Draymond Green in the midst of a 3-0 homestand.
Reaves (calf) leaves Lakers' Christmas Day loss
Lakers guard Austin Reaves exited their Christmas Day loss to the Rockets because of left calf soreness.
Jokic's 56-point triple-double lifts Nuggets in OT
Nikola Jokic recorded a 56-point triple-double and set an NBA record with 18 points in overtime, leading the Nuggets to a 142-138 win over the Timberwolves.
Redick rips into Lakers: 'We don't care enough'
Lakers coach JJ Redick lit into his team after a blowout loss to the Rockets, saying it doesn't care enough and that the next practice will be "uncomfortable."
Sources: AD to miss a few games with groin strain
Mavericks star Anthony Davis has sustained a minor groin strain and is likely to miss a few games, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.
Reasons for optimism and pessimism for all 10 NBA teams that played on Christmas
ESPN analyst Zach Kram picks two stats for the teams that played on Dec. 25, and breaks down why fans should be happy and worried about their title aspirations.
NBA Power Rankings: Young risers to watch on all 30 teams
From ROY and MIP races, our NBA insiders break down all 30 teams' young riser in this week's Power Rankings.
What happened to the NBA's Christmas jerseys?
For a brief moment, holiday sweaters turned into NBA jerseys and teams wore special Christmas gear.
NBA Christmas Day fashion, led by LeBron James, Luka Doncic
Stars around the NBA made sure to dress their best during the five-game Christmas Day slate.
Fantasy basketball points league rankings: Michael Porter Jr. vaults into top 20
Updated fantasy basketball rankings for points leagues: Michael Porter Jr. moves into top 20.
College Football Playoff: Quarterfinal first look
Here's how each team can win its quarterfinal game, plus key players, X factors and more.
'Is it a real functional toaster?': Behind the scramble to engineer the Pop-Tarts Bowl trophy
How the internet's favorite bowl took things to the next level by making its trophy a kitchen appliance.
Longhorns' leading rusher Wisner to enter portal
Texas' leading rusher Quintrevion Wisner plans to enter the NCAA transfer portal, the running back's agent Grayson Sheena of AiC Sports told ESPN.
FSU's Castellanos drops appeal, enters NFL draft
Florida State quarterback Thomas Castellanos has dropped his appeal for another year of college eligibility and declared for the NFL draft.
🏈 Most college football moments of 21st century
From Clemsoning to coaches' rants and star ball boys, David Hale ranks the top moments since 2000.
Hawai'i caps rally with last-minute TD to stun Cal
Hawai'i rallied for a 35-31 victory over California in the Sheraton Hawai'i Bowl.
Chambliss faces complex process to get 6th year
Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss' quest for a potential sixth year looms as one of the off-season's biggest stories as he's attempting to navigate a complex waiver process.
UNLV QB, MWC POY Colandrea to enter portal
UNLV quarterback Anthony Colandrea plans to enter the NCAA transfer portal, he told ESPN's Pete Thamel.
QB Barnett to enter portal after JMU run to CFP
James Madison quarterback Alonza Barnett III plans to enter the NCAA transfer portal.
Ohio promotes DC Hauser to replace fired Smith
Ohio University is promoting defensive coordinator John Hauser after coach Brian Smith was fired for cause earlier this month.
Sources: U-M targeting Utes legend Whittingham
Utah coach Kyle Whittingham has emerged as the focus of Michigan's coaching search, sources told ESPN.
From Lane Kiffin to Pat Fitzgerald, we rank every FBS coaching hire
The coaching changes came at a dizzying clip. Which schools did the best -- and worst -- jobs?
Bowl season best bets: How to beat the bad bets while still getting in on the fun
Bowl season could be the last chance to back some beloved underdogs -- here's how to do it with all the chaos.
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.
MVPs for every bowl game: Micah Alejado helps Hawai'i erase 21-point deficit
It's bowl season and our college football experts are picking an MVP from every game.
'If I don’t get this right, my career is over': How Penn State landed on Matt Campbell as its next coach
The Nittany Lions got their guy in the end, but took a circuitous route.
Tracking who plans to enter the transfer portal
The transfer portal opens on Jan. 2. We're keeping tabs on players intending to enter.
Wetzel: Is this the last straw for NCAA enforcement?
The times keep changing; the NCAA might have been caught flat-footed again.
↔️ Free agency tracker: Offseason trades, moves
We've got you covered on all the major MLB hot stove signings and trades.
Mariners sign OF Refsnyder to 1-year contract
The Seattle Mariners signed outfielder Rob Refsynder to a one-year contract Monday, adding an experienced right-handed hitter to their roster.
Versatile Polanco willing to move to 1B for Mets
Jorge Polanco's experience playing first base is all of one pitch, but it figures to be his primary position after signing a $40 million, two-year deal with the Mets.
Phillies' Harper commits to Team USA for '26 WBC
Team USA has its first baseman as Phillies star Bryce Harper announced he has committed to play in the World Baseball Classic.
White Sox reach $4.5M deal with lefty Newcomb
Left-hander Sean Newcomb, who was 2-5 with a 2.73 ERA for the Red Sox and A's last season, has reached a $4.5 million deal with the White Sox.
McNeil dealt to A's amid Mets' offseason overhaul
The Athletics have acquired utilityman Jeff McNeil from the Mets in a trade that continues New York's roster overhaul and adds a veteran to the A's deep lineup.
Sources: Pirates, O'Hearn agree to 2-year deal
First baseman Ryan O'Hearn, who earned his first All-Star selection last season, has reached a two-year, $29M deal with the Pirates, sources told ESPN.
Sources: Fairbanks, Marlins reach 1-year deal
Reliever Pete Fairbanks and the Miami Marlins are in agreement on a one-year, $13 million contract, sources confirmed to ESPN.
Sources: Soderstrom, A's agree to $86M deal
Left fielder Tyler Soderstrom and the A's are in agreement on a seven-year, $86 million contract with a club option for an eighth season and escalators that can max out at $131 million, sources told…
One stat that will make or break 2026 for all 15 NL teams
Here are the numbers that could define your favorite National League squad in the new year.
The 10 fan bases in 2025 that have the right to be most frustrated
Who has reason for jeer this holiday season? We break down which teams' fans have the most right to be mad.
Predictions for remaining top 10 free agents
Cody Bellinger and Kyle Tucker are among the big names yet to be signed. Where do they fit best?
MLB offseason grades: Marlins nab Pete Fairbanks; Pirates add O'Hearn
We've got you covered with grades and analysis on every winter signing and big offseason trade.
A 12-player blockbuster? Cy Young signings? Ranking the biggest MLB Christmas week moves
Who says the baseball offseason slows down for the holidays? Let's remember some free agent signings and trades.
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