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Sources: Rangers' Fox (upper body) set for LTIR
The Rangers will place defenseman Adam Fox on long-term injured reserve with an upper body injury, sources told ESPN's Emily Kaplan. Fox is considered week-to-week but should be ready for the Olympics…
'No Plan B' if Olympic hockey arena is not ready
An official for the 2026 Milan-Cortina Olympics said "there is no Plan B" if the main ice hockey arena, which is still under construction, is not ready for the Winter Games.
Foote latest acquitted player to return to pros
Cal Foote has signed an American Hockey League contract with the Chicago Wolves, making him the fourth of five players acquitted of...
✍ Grading all 32 teams at the quarter mark
From multiple A's down to two F's, here's what has gone right (and wrong) for every club.
Rangers' home woes reach 'unacceptable' level
A 4-1 loss to the Tampa Bay Lightning on Saturday afternoon at Madison Square Garden dropped the New York Rangers to 2-8-1 on home ice this season, a baffling stretch in which the team has scored just…
Blues' Snuggerud (wrist surgery) to miss 6 weeks
St. Louis Blues rookie forward Jimmy Snuggerud will miss up to six weeks to have surgery on his left wrist, the team announced Monday morning.
VGK's Hart to debut after sex assault acquittal
Carter Hart, who hasn't appeared in an NHL game in two years, will debut Tuesday for the Vegas Golden Knights following his leave of absence for sexual assault allegations.
NHL Power Rankings: New 1-32 poll, reasons for hope for each team
The Lightning, Wild and Kings make a jump, while the Penguins, Jets and Blackhawks fall.
NHL futures: Risers, fallers and why playoff odds haven't caught up to the Sharks
The biggest risers in the NHL's future odds, as well as why the long shot San Jose Sharks could be a good bet.
The NHL's best this week: Kyle Palmieri, 'hockey guy'
The Islanders forward tore his ACL -- then made a brilliant pass to set up a goal. Plus, what to watch this week.
Standouts, key takeaways from the CHL-USHL Prospect Challenge
The top players met for a showcase this week ahead of the 2026 NHL draft. Who (and what) stood out most?
Can the Predators turn their season around?
Nashville is the worst team in the standings. Is there any hope of contention -- or is it time to make trades?
The Thanksgiving Panic Index: Which NHL teams are the most concerned?
Teams in playoff position on the holiday tend to stay there (77.1% since 2005). Who is in the best and worst shape?
December schedule hacks: Stack your lineups with Devils, Mammoth players
Your essential guide to lineup strategy for December, including how to use the NHL schedule to your advantage.
Rankings: Top players for 2025-26
Here are the highest-ranked fantasy hockey players, with Matt Boldy rising and Connor Hellebuyck out injured.
Team USA hockey reveals 2026 Milan Olympic jerseys
The uniforms are an homage to the 1960s squad, which won America's first ice hockey gold medal.
QB Rodgers calls out WRs after 'boo-worthy' loss
After an injured Aaron Rodgers finished one of the worst passing games of his career, the Steelers QB said he hopes his wide receivers show up during the next film sessions and run the right routes.
Bonitto seals win after Broncos switch up call on D
After the Broncos tweaked their defensive call during a timeout, linebacker Nick Bonitto swatted away Marcus Mariota's pass on a 2-point conversion attempt to preserve Denver's 27-26 overtime win…
Reid defiant with Chiefs' playoff hopes dwindling
Chiefs coach Andy Reid sounded downright defiant Monday when asked about his team's dwindling playoff hopes, which took a hit not only last week amid a Thanksgiving loss to the Cowboys but over the…
Browns DT Collins has season-ending quad injury
Browns starting defensive tackle Maliek Collins is out for the remainder of the season with a quad injury that will require surgery.
Jaguars' Coen shrugs off punter's alleged threat
Jaguars punter Logan Cooke allegedly saying he would kill Titans running back Julius Chestnut during a skirmish in Sunday's game is normal trash talk between players, coach Liam Coen said.
Thielen cut to seek bigger role in last NFL season
The Vikings have waived Adam Thielen at the veteran wide receiver's request, the team announced Monday.
Gardner's Achilles OK; Colts not mulling IR move
Star Indianapolis Colts cornerback Sauce Gardner did not damage his Achilles on Sunday, but his calf injury will sideline him for an undetermined length of time, coach Shane Steichen said Monday.
🏈 2026 draft: Top prospects and risers to watch
Who's in the hunt to go No. 1? How does the QB class look? Which teams need defense? And who could rise at the combine? Let's answer big questions on this class.
Herbert injures hand, doesn't expect to miss time
Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert on Sunday suffered a break in his left hand during his team's 31-14 win over the Las Vegas Raiders, and though it will require surgery, he expects to…
How Mike Vrabel galvanized Patriots to top of AFC in a year
Vrabel had a clear vision of the Patriots' future when he was hired in January. Now, they are competing again.
‘Bro, please get down!’: Can the Giants protect Jaxson Dart from himself?
After Dart's latest concussion, teammates and coaches are urging the prized rookie to protect himself.
Sorting five overreactions to Week 13: NFC South battle? Cowboys to the playoffs?
Could we see a Tampa-Carolina championship tilt? Are last year's Super Bowl teams cooked?
What we learned from all Week 13 games, including Broncos’ shot at No. 1 AFC seed
Our NFL Nation reporters answer big questions from each Week 13 game.
As Saints kicker Charlie Smyth shone in debut, Northern Ireland celebrated with free pints
The ex-Gaelic footballer turned New Orleans kicker had fans and family rooting for him from near and far.
NFL futures: Rams remain Super Bowl favorites despite loss, Seahawks climbing, Chiefs falling
Updated 2025 NFL win totals and odds for every team to make the playoffs, win their division, conference and Super Bowl LX.
Early bets for Week 14: Bears cover at Green Bay, Cowboys have edge on Lions
What lines offered value once odds came out? Here are four game bets and a futures play to consider making.
Free agents: Kyle Monangai and Bam Knight are essential pickups
All the free agent options worth adding as we look ahead to Week 14 and the start of the fantasy football playoff season.
Buzz: Justin Herbert set for surgery, but aims to play in Week 14
The Chargers' QB will undergo surgery on Monday, while Jakobi Meyers keeps producing for the Jaguars.
Draft risers, questions and notes: Can T.J. Parker climb back up the board?
See our draft notes, including what to make of Parker's three-sack game on Saturday and Trevor Goosby's rise.
Four intriguing divisions, 10 teams and playoffs on the line: Barnwell makes sense of close races
It feels like every division is still up for grabs this season. Let's take a closer look at particularly tight races in the NFC West, NFC South, AFC South and AFC North.
NFL playoff picture projections: Updated chances to make the postseason, win divisions
We're looking ahead to how the 14-team playoff picture could line up en route to Super Bowl LX.
NFL Week 13's fashionable arrivals, featuring Commanders WR Terry McLaurin
NFL stars didn't just show up to play -- they showed up in style. Here are this week's best looks.
Big win, better trolls: Panthers poke fun at Rams after upset
NFL teams didn't take the holiday week off from being petty at their opponents after big wins.
60K club: Stafford passes Ryan for eighth all time, Rodgers hits 65,000
Matthew Stafford needed 191 yards coming into Week 1 to join the prestigious quarterback club.
Will your team make the playoffs? Simulate the rest of the regular season
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Which NFL players are the best (and worst) locker room DJs? What music do they play?
The key to a good DJ is understanding the room's vibe and being versatile -- and not always playing NBA YoungBoy.
Who is NBA Cup MVP? Can anyone stop OKC? Big questions ahead of the quarters
ESPN's NBA insiders are breaking down the biggest NBA Cup group stage surprises and what lies ahead in the knockout rounds.
'When do we get our Siakam?': What to make of the Bulls' uneven early season
From a 6-1 start to a 9-10 record to begin December, which Chicago Bulls team is the real version and what could be next?
Is the injured Victor Wembanyama a bet worth making for MVP and DPOY
Snellings on betting on NBA MVP, Rookie Of The Year, as well as defensive player and sixth man awards.
NBA futures: Is there value in betting the Lakers to win the championship?
The Lakers enter the week with a 15-4 record, but is it a good value to bet on Luka, LeBron and company to win it all this season?
Fast break: Eric Moody on Mikal Bridges' durability, Kel'el Ware's rise and more
Fantasy basketball insights, including Bridges' durability and production, Ware's second-year rise, more.
Fantasy basketball pickups: Jay Huff, Cameron Johnson among players to add
Every week in fantasy basketball, there are available players who can help fill holes in your roster. Here are the ones to add for the week ahead.
NBA consecutive scoring streaks: Player records to know
LeBron and SGA are among players with impressive scoring streaks. Check out other notable records.
👀 Why LeBron's most remarkable streak is at risk
James has scored in double-digits for nearly 1,300 straight games. But there is another streak that's even more remarkable -- and now in danger.
Hawks' Young (MCL) to be reevaluated in 2 weeks
Hawks star point guard Trae Young's sprained right MCL injury is progressing well, and the team says he will be reevaluated in approximately two weeks.
OKC's Hartenstein out 10-14 days with calf strain
Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein will be sidelined at least 10 to 14 days because of a right soleus strain, the team announced Saturday evening.
Mavs' Flagg leaps LeBron as youngest to score 35
The Mavericks raved about rookie Cooper Flagg's "limitless" upside after he became the youngest player in NBA history to score 35 points, achieving the feat Saturday night in a 114-110 win over the…
Sources: Warriors have space to sign Seth Curry
The Golden State Warriors will sign veteran guard Seth Curry to a contract for the remainder of the season Monday, sources told ESPN.
LeBron sits as Lakers win to open back-to-back
Lakers star LeBron James was ruled out of Sunday's game against the Pelicans because of left foot injury management.
76ers' Embiid returns in chaotic 2OT loss to Hawks
Joel Embiid, Paul George and Tyrese Maxey shared the court for the first time this season Sunday night, but that became a footnote in a chaotic double-overtime loss to the Hawks.
'Not just waiting around for Paul and Joel': NBA scouts, execs on what's next in Philly
What is the 76ers' ceiling? How good is the Maxey-Edgecombe duo? We talked to league insiders about the new era in Philly.
How a legendary historian is quietly fueling OKC's championship rise
As OKC GM Sam Presti formed a Thunder team built for a dynasty, he was inspired by a man who has been working on the same project for more than 50 years.
Can Ohio State be beaten? Can Texas make the playoff? Can any team win the ACC?
Why the Buckeyes are so dominant, the ACC is so confusing and the playoff picture still isn't settled.
LSU to pay Kiffin based on Ole Miss' CFP success
Lane Kiffin's contract with LSU includes the unique clause that he will receive a bonus payment equal to the amount had he coached Ole Miss in the College Football Playoff.
👀 Bowl projections: Forecasting every matchup
With bowl season fast approaching, we forecast who will play where, including the College Football Playoff.
New Arkansas coach lands top in-state recruit
New Arkansas coach Ryan Silverfield got his first major recruiting win in charge of the Razorbacks with a commitment from four-star defensive tackle Danny Beale.
Michigan State WR Marsh to enter transfer portal
Michigan State wide receiver Nick Marsh plans to enter the NCAA transfer portal, his agent Allante Gardner of VaynerSports told ESPN on Monday.
Mississippi St. flips ex-Auburn commit Womack
Four-star prospect Bralan Womack, ESPN's No. 3 safety in the 2026 class, flipped his commitment from Auburn to Mississippi State on Monday, sealing a historic late-cycle pledge for coach Jeff Lebby…
QB recruit Huhn following Franklin to Va. Tech
QB Troy Huhn, a former Penn State pledge and ESPN's No. 10 pocket passer in the 2026 cycle, announced his commitment to Virginia Tech, reuniting with coach James Franklin.
Stoops fired after 13 years at UK, owed $37.7M
Kentucky has fired football coach Mark Stoops, who had just completed his 13th season with a 5-7 record.
Sources: Chesney set to be named UCLA coach
James Madison coach Bob Chesney has emerged as the target of UCLA's coaching search, sources told ESPN, and is set to sign a five-year deal that will be finalized after James Madison's Sun Belt…
Sources: Spartans hire Fitzgerald on 5-year deal
Former Northwestern coach Pat Fitzgerald has signed a five-year contract to become the next head football coach at Michigan State, sources told ESPN.
Kentucky fires Mark Stoops: What's ahead for Wildcats?
Stoops departs after 13 years at Kentucky -- a job that could attract some interesting candidates.
Projecting Tuesday's penultimate CFP top 12
We assess how the committee could stack the top teams in the country after Week 14.
Power Rankings: Texas Tech jumps into top five; two new teams join the list
What were the biggest surprises from each top 25 team this season?
Wetzel: Lane Kiffin left an actual playoff team for a theoretical one. He should be honest about why
Kiffin might be a great coach, but he isn't being treated unfairly by Ole Miss or "the calendar" or anything else.
NFL draft risers, questions and notes: Can T.J. Parker climb back up the board?
We have NFL draft notes through CFB Week 14, including what to make of T.J. Parker's three-sack game and Trevor Goosby's rise.
Lane Kiffin, Thanksgiving and CFB conference champs: A busy weekend at the sportsbooks
How sportsbooks are evaluating Ole Miss and the College Football Playoff race, and more on NFL underdogs winning big on Thanksgiving.
Latest recruiting intel and what you need to know before the early signing period
We're days away from the early signing period. Time for college coaches to finish the 2026 recruiting classes.
Week 14 takeaways: A chaotic tiebreaker in the ACC, plus surprising wins
Our college football experts break down key storylines and performances from Week 14.
AP Week 14 poll reaction: What's next for each Top 25 team
A look at the new Top 25 after Week 14.
Iowa's Black Friday-themed troll tops best jabs from Week 14 of college football
Iowa had receipts after its win over Nebraska on Friday -- though not in the form you might expect.
A reunion at Stanford and trolling at the Egg Bowl lead college football Week 14 superlatives
As expected, college football's rivalry week brought plenty in the department of unconventionality. We handed out nontraditional superlatives for the chaotic weekend.
Inside weird and wonderful college football rivalry trophies
What do an axe, skillet and a gold boot have in common? Meet the iconic rivalry trophies of college football.
↔️ Free agency tracker: Offseason trades, moves
We've got you covered on all the major MLB hot stove signings and trades.
Fraley lands back with Rays on 1-year, $3M deal
After cutting him loose last week, the Tampa Bay Rays signed outfielder Jake Fraley to a one-year, $3 million contract on Tuesday.
Steinbrenner: 'Ideal' for Yankees to lower payroll
Yankees owner Hal Steinbrenner claimed it was too early in the offseason to determine his team's payroll range for the 2026 season, but he'd prefer that the number drop from the $319 million he said…
Red Sox acquire durable Gray in trade with Cards
The Red Sox have acquired veteran Sonny Gray in a trade with the Cardinals in exchange for two pitchers. The three-time All-Star was 14-8 with a 4.28 ERA last season.
Skenes receives record $3.4M in pre-arbitration
Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes received a record $3,436,343 from the pre-arbitration bonus pool, according to figures compiled by MLB and the players' association.
Source: Angels in talks to buy out Rendon deal
The Angels and Anthony Rendon are in talks about buying out the final year of his seven-year, $245M contract, a source told ESPN. The third baseman is expected to retire.
Sources: Jays, Cease reach 7-year, $210M deal
Right-hander Dylan Cease, who has made at least 32 starts in each of the past five seasons, reached a seven-year, $210 million deal with the Blue Jays, sources told ESPN.
Sources: Orioles, Helsley agree to 2-year deal
Closer Ryan Helsley and the Baltimore Orioles are in agreement on a two-year contract that includes an opt-out after the first season, sources told ESPN.
Exemptions for ADHD drugs drop to record-low
A record low 54 major league players were given permission to use medication for ADHD, down from 61 last year and 119 in 2013.
How good are this year's top Japanese free agents -- and who could sign them?
We break down what to expect from Tatsuya Imai, Munetaka Murakami and Kazuma Okamoto in 2026.
MLB offseason survey: 16 execs predict free agency, blockbuster trades and more
We surveyed the sport on the biggest free agents and top trade candidates as baseball's hot stove heats up.
Will there be baseball in 2027? Is a salary cap coming? What you need to know about MLB's looming labor battle
With the CBA set to expire one year from today, we answer baseball's burning questions.
MLB offseason grades: O's add two-time All-Star closer Helsley
We've got you covered with grades and analysis on every winter signing and big offseason trade.
They hired who? Making sense of MLB's newest class of managers
A 33-year-old, a college coach, a recently retired reliever ... it's been quite an offseason for unconventional skippers. What does it mean?
Hot stove analysis of offseason trades and free agent signings
Track all the latest MLB free agency and trade news with fantasy baseball analysis from Tristan H. Cockcroft and Eric Karabell.
Do Don Mattingly and Dale Murphy belong in Cooperstown? Breaking down the contemporary era ballot
What makes a Hall of Famer, anyway? We take a closer look at the eight candidates.

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