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Who will represent the West in the Stanley Cup Final? Get set with key stats, schedule and more.
Stanley Cup playoffs daily: What to watch in Sabre...
The final game of Round 2 is upon us, with Carolina awaiting the winner. Plus, updated playoff stats.
Sabres or Canadiens in Game 7? X factors, top play...
Who will take on the Hurricanes in the Eastern Conference finals? Our reporters make their predictions.
🏒 Gavin McKenna's path to expected No. 1 pick
McKenna's story has taken him from Whitehorse, Yukon, to Medicine Hat to Penn State, with the NHL expected to be the next stop. What makes him a special prospect?
Source: Oilers fire Knoblauch after two Cup Finals...
Despite leading the Oilers to back-to-back Stanley Cup Final appearances in 2024 and 2025 and having a contract extension that hadn't even begun, coach Kris Knoblauch has been fired.
Wild vets share injuries that kept them out vs. Av...
Defenseman Jonas Brodin and center Joel Eriksson Ek were unable to play for the Wild in the second round against the Avalanche because of broken bones in their feet.
Hughes 'definitely open' to extension with Wild
Eligible to sign a contract extension July 1, star defenseman Quinn Hughes says he is "definitely open" to reaching a deal to remain with the Wild.
Celebrini shines as Canada blanks Italy at worlds
Macklin Celebrini scored twice and added an assist as Canada improved to 2-0 at the world championships with a 6-0 victory over Italy.
U.S. rebounds at hockey worlds, beats Britain
The defending champion United States men's hockey team bounced back from a loss to Switzerland with a 5-1 victory over tournament newcomer Britain at the world championships.
Silent Knights: Media freeze-out costs VGK, Torts
The NHL has stripped the Golden Knights of their second-round pick and fined coach John Tortorella $100,000 for the team's decision to avoid speaking to the media after its series-clinching win over…
Goalie change fuels rally as Sabres force Game 7
Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 18 saves after starter Alex Lyon stopped only one of the four shots he faced, and the Sabres roared back to defeat the Canadiens 8-3 to force a Game 7 in this Eastern…
'Blast from the past': How Taylor Hall found his M...
The No. 1 pick (2010) and Hart Trophy winner (2018) is a critical player for the Canes, who have yet to lose this postseason.
Keys to the offseason: Free agency plans for Wild ...
We explore the next moves each team should make this summer and forecast expectations for 2026-27.
🎥 2026 schedule reveals for all 32 NFL teams
From memes to mini movies, all 32 teams brought their A-games with clever schedule reveal posts.
Sources: Nashville expected to host 2030 SB
NFL owners are expected to name Nashville as host of Super Bowl LXIV in 2030 when they meet Tuesday for the league's spring meeting, sources told the NFL Network's Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo.
Pats-Seahawks SB rematch to kick off '26 season
In a rematch of Super Bowl LX, the Seahawks will welcome the Patriots to Lumen Field for the 2026 NFL season opener, one of 272 games officially announced throughout the league Thursday night.
Deion: Shedeur endured 'hell' in draft, rookie yea...
Deion Sanders said that his son Shedeur "matured spiritually" after enduring criticism and what he called untruthful reporting during his predraft process and rookie season with the Browns.
NFL sees Wednesday play as 'only good' for fans
Increased ratings and the league's focus on holiday seasons could lead to more games on nontraditional days, NFL officials said.
Official: Mauro died from accidental drug overdose...
Former NFL defensive lineman Josh Mauro died from an acute combination of fentanyl, cocaine and ethanol intoxication, according to online records from the Maricopa County Office of the Medical…
NFL pushes back on criticism of streaming games
The NFL is defending its expanded lineup of games on streaming platforms amid criticism from President Donald Trump and scrutiny from the U.S. Justice Department.
Chargers OC McDaniel in NFL accelerator program
The NFL's revamped accelerator program features several notable head coaching and general manager candidates -- and even a head coach from 2025 in Mike McDaniel.
Sources: Rodgers to sign 1-year deal with Steelers...
Four-time MVP Aaron Rodgers is expected to return the Steelers on a one-year deal worth up to $25 million, sources told ESPN.
Tom takes the runway: Brady makes modeling debut a...
Brady walked down the catwalk at the Gucci Resort 2027 collection fashion show in New York.
John Harbaugh references Ravens' firing in commenc...
John Harbaugh lightheartedly used his firing by the Baltimore Ravens as an example of resilience during his 16-minute speech.
Perfect team fits for 14 remaining NFL free agents...
Let's find new homes for 14 players who are still available, including Deebo Samuel, Joey Bosa, Stefon Diggs and Jadeveon Clowney.
Why the 2026 NFL schedule benefits the Lions and E...
Mike Clay reacts with the players and teams most helped and hurt by the 2026 NFL schedule.
Weighing the impact of each of the nine bye weeks ...
With the schedule revealed, we look at the potential pitfalls, quirks, and reveal if -- and when -- Bye-maggedon will be upon us.
'All right, who's Trey Smack?': How Matt Stover di...
Smack, the only kicker drafted in 2026, left lacrosse behind after a single kick of a football.
With Rodgers' return, Steelers now have a QB conun...
Mike McCarthy typically carries three QBs into Week 1, so who's the odd man out in this four-person QB room?
If the Aaron Rodgers offense didn't work in 2025, ...
Does Rodgers have anything left? Will the Steelers' offense look the same as it did in 2025? And can running it back actually work for Pittsburgh?
Let's overreact to the NFL schedule release: Tough...
How could strength of schedule impact postseason hopes for the Bears, Bengals and Chiefs? Does the Dolphins' slate point to them landing the top draft pick?
Schedule release: Tracking all 32 teams and predic...
Seahawks vs. Patriots will open a season that features nine international games. Here are predictions and more.
What's next for the 2025 draft class? Solak answer...
Should Travis Hunter play only defense? Can Ashton Jeanty and Emeka Egbuka break out? Is Will Campbell's role in danger? And what's next for Nick Emmanwori?
UFL says in-game ref interviews strengthening tran...
The UFL believes in-game discussions can help focus postgame conversations on the competition rather than calls.
Schedule release: Betting odds for every Week 1 ga...
Spreads, moneylines and totals for each Week 1 game in the NFL, plus other highlighted matchups.
Early Week 1 bets and futures to target following ...
With the full NFL schedule out, here are early bets we like for Week 1, as well as some futures to consider.
Super Bowl 2027 on ESPN: Date, location, venue, more details
The 2027 Super Bowl will air on ESPN for the first time in network history. Learn more information about Super Bowl LXI festivities now.
Knicks-Cavs, Thunder-Spurs: Big questions, stats, ...
Our NBA insiders answer the biggest questions heading into the conference finals.
Copy of Giannis trade watch reset: 10 teams to monitor bet...
Bobby Marks examines potential suitors and their pathways to a trade.
Five star decisions that could swing the NBA offse...
Tim Bontemps and Brian Windhorst canvass the league on five teams with league-altering decisions this summer.
NBA playoff takeaways: Cavaliers close out Pistons...
Here's what we've learned from the conference semifinals.
Mitchell, Cavs break through, rout Pistons in G7
The Cavaliers throttled the top-seeded Pistons in Game 7 to advance to the franchise's first Eastern Conference finals since LeBron James' final year in Cleveland.
🏀 Thompson: Why Kerr stayed with the Warriors
Steve Kerr had nothing left to prove. But at a crossroads in his career, facing down the pains of his past convinced him he had everything left to play for.
Sources: SGA wins MVP for second straight year
Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander won his second consecutive NBA Most Valuable Player award, becoming the 14th player in league history to win back-to-back MVPs.
Pelicans hiring Mosley as head coach, sources say
The Pelicans are hiring Jamahl Mosley on a five-year contract as their new head coach, sources told ESPN. He spent the past five seasons in Orlando, going 189-221.
Spurs oust Wolves in rout, set up clash with OKC
Stephon Castle, De'Aaron Fox and Dylan Harper accounted for nearly half of the Spurs' scoring in a series-clinching 139-109 win over the Timberwolves to set up a Western Conference finals clash with…
Knicks' Anunoby: hamstring not as bad as in past
OG Anunoby practiced again Saturday with the Knicks, saying afterward that his right hamstring injury is not as bad as the one he suffered in the 2024 playoffs.
Pistons bounced, but year 'not a disappointment'
Though he watched his Pistons suffer a 125-94 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 7 Sunday night at Little Caesars Arena, Detroit coach J.B. Bickerstaff told reporters afterward that the season…
NBA execs debate five questions on Spurs-Thunder: ...
We canvassed the league ahead of one of the best conference finals matchups in NBA history.
Kram predicts the historic Spurs-Thunder series: W...
Let's dive into what this season's Spurs-Thunder matchups can tell us about this epic clash of Western Conference titans.
'From 2': SGA gives Thunder teammates watch, trenc...
The Oklahoma City Thunder star gave his teammates new Audemars Piguet watches, Burberry trench coats and golf clubs, among other items.
'It's always beat Michigan': Cavs troll Pistons, M...
Moments after the buzzer sounded, Cleveland turned its attention to trolling Detroit multiple times.
Love and basketball: Cooper Flagg, Arianna Roberso...
The couple shared memories of their vacation to Turks and Caicos together, confirming relationship rumors.
NBA draft combine highlights: Biggest questions, r...
ESPN's NBA draft crew details the biggest takeaways from the second day of 5-on-5 scrimmages in Chicago.
Offseason guides: Draft, free agency, trade target...
What lies ahead for the Magic, Celtics, Nuggets, Warriors and every eliminated team?
How the Thunder built a drama-free potential dynas...
OKC optimizes for happy players. Like it or not, those happy players are favored to win another NBA title.
A thank-you letter to Jason Collins, the first ope...
Jason Collins, who died Tuesday, leaves a remarkable legacy as the NBA's first openly gay active player.
📈 Ranking the offseason for every Power 4 school
Nail the transfer portal? Miss a big recruit? Find a top coordinator? All are part of our offseason evaluations.
UGA transfer arrested on drug charges, speeding
Georgia safety Ja'Marley Riddle was arrested May 8 on two felony charges for possession of a controlled substance and a misdemeanor speeding charge.
Michigan lands 4-star WR Burrell from 2027 class
Michigan coach Kyle Whittingham secured his first skill position pledge in the 2027 class Wednesday with a commitment from four-star wide receiver Quentin Burrell, No. 57 in the SC Next 300.
Williams, No. 2 TE in '27 cycle, commits to Texas
Texas picked up another top ESPN 300 commitment Friday when Brock Williams, the No. 2 tight end in the 2027 cycle, chose the Longhorns during an appearance on "The Pat McAfee Show."
Texas A&M lands another 5-star in OT Matthews
Texas A&M on Friday beat out Miami for the commitment of five-star offensive tackle Mark Matthews, ESPN's No. 11 overall prospect in the 2027 class.
Michigan men: Woodson Jr. tabs dad's Wolverines
Four-star defensive back Charles Woodson Jr. has committed to Michigan, where his father was a two-time All-American and the winner of the 1997 Heisman Trophy.
Suspect arrested in shooting of Missouri's Hardy
A 20-year-old man wanted in connection to the shooting of Missouri football star Ahmad Hardy at an outdoor concert in Mississippi has been arrested.
Four-star OT von Brandt commits to Auburn
First-year Auburn coach Alex Golesh and the Tigers surged late to land another priority recruit Monday with a commitment from four-star offensive tackle Layton von Brandt, No. 40 in the 2027 SC Next…
At meetings, Big 10 coaches push for 24-team CFP
It's clear from early conversation at the Big Ten spring meetings that coaches remain adamant about moving to a 24-team College Football Playoff, an idea that began less than a year ago and has gained…
A 24-team playoff is too much: How to fix college ...
Crowning a champ with a 12-team playoff hasn't fundamentally altered the sport, but doubling the field would.
Five-star analysis: How Texas A&M's four top commi...
There are 21 five-star players in the class and we scout each one's game for the next level.
James Madison, Old Dominion and newcomer Louisiana...
A look at what's in store for the new-look Sun Belt, which could have some changes at the top this season.
85 new players? Inside Oklahoma State's roster ove...
First-year coach Eric Morris brought his QB and 19 other players from North Texas, but that was just the start.
Fantasy baseball: Buxton's possible return and mor...
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.
Free agents: Bolte and Emerson lead list of appeal...
The top players you should consider claiming off the fantasy baseball waiver wire this week.
⚾ MLB mock draft: 1st-round projections, intel
Starting with an intriguing decision at the top of the board, here's how the first 40 picks of this July's draft could play out.
Rangers' Seager remains sidelined, having MRI
Rangers All-Star shortstop Corey Seager was out of the lineup for a second straight game Sunday against the Astros because of back spasms.
Dodgers place Dreyer (shoulder) on injured list
The Los Angeles Dodgers shook up their bullpen Sunday, placing left-hander Jack Dreyer, 27, on the injured list with with left shoulder discomfort, while also acquiring left-hander Eric Lauer, 30…
White Sox's Quero 'visualized' walk-off HR vs. Cub...
The White Sox took two of three from their crosstown rival thanks to Edgar Quero's walk-off home run in the 10th inning Sunday. "I visualized it last night," Quero said.
Ailing Astros lose Altuve to IL with oblique strai...
Astros second baseman Jose Altuve has a left oblique strain and will be placed on the injured list, manager Joe Espada said.
Mets swipe Subway Series after 'awesome' rally
Still in last place in the National League East, the Mets might have turned a corner this weekend, authoring two wins to close out the Subway Series with the Yankees, the last of which was fueled by…
Mariners call up top prospect Emerson for debut
Mariners infielder Colt Emerson, the No. 6-ranked overall prospect, made his major league debut in Sunday's loss to the Padres.
14-4 with Mattingly, surging Phils back over .500
The resurgent Phillies improved to 15-4 since interim manager Don Mattingly took over, and they also shot over the .500 mark, at 24-23, for the first time since April 7 as Philadelphia beat the…
Buzz: How teams REALLY value prospects -- and what...
College pitchers over prep aces? Go inside the conversation your team's scouts and execs are having.
Updated MLB draft rankings: Top 150 prospects
Here's who is soaring up MLB draft boards as college baseball tournament week begins.
MLB Power Rankings: A new No. 1! Who replaced the ...
Move over, L.A -- there's a new team atop our list in Week 7 thanks to a red-hot offense.
Real or not? Debating whether Rays, Cardinals and ...
We offer an early postseason verdict on MLB's most surprising teams almost two months into the 2026 season.
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