📈 Way-too-early NHL Power Rankings
Here's how the teams stack up looking ahead to next fall -- and what to watch this offseason.
'Hockey Night in Canada' won't return to CBC
"Hockey Night in Canada," a program featuring NHL games that has been part of the national fabric for nearly 75 years on CBC television, will not return to the public broadcaster next season, as a…
Avs deal Colton to Predators, free up cap space
Chris MacFarland's first trade as Nashville Predators GM came with his former team, the Colorado Avalanche, in a deal on Tuesday that saw his new club acquire forward Ross Colton in exchange for two…
Vegas' Marner reflects on 'dark' days in Toronto
Vegas star Mitch Marner reflected on the struggles he had with mental health in Toronto, saying he had some "dark moments" in his nine seasons with the team.
NHL says '26 playoffs most-watched on record
The NHL said Tuesday the Stanley Cup playoffs this spring were the most-watched on record in the U.S. with an average of 1.8 million viewers.
Tortorella not returning as Golden Knights' coach
John Tortorella, who was hired with eight games left in the regular season and guided the Golden Knights to the Stanley Cup Final, will not return as coach next season.
Maple Leafs hire Hiller amid front office overhaul...
The Maple Leafs have hired Jim Hiller as their new head coach. He had a 93-58-24 record over parts of three seasons as the coach of the Kings.
2026 PWHL draft: Top prospects and what you need to know
The draft is Wednesday, June 17. Here's a rundown of what to expect.
2026 NHL draft order: Picks 1-224 including all 32...
Here's a list of the top picks in the event taking place in Buffalo on June 26 and 27.
Stanley Cup odds: Canes, Avs top 2027 favorites, r...
The Carolina Hurricanes, Colorado Avalanche and Vegas Golden Knights are favorites to win the 2027 Stanley Cup.
The jock, the nerd and the Stanley Cup championship
Coach Rod Brind'Amour and GM Eric Tulsky blended the perfect recipe, creating a team that won its first Cup in 20 years -- and will be back for more.
Keys to the offseason: Free agency plans for Hurri...
We explore the next moves each team should make this summer and forecast expectations for 2026-27.
Fantasy football: Was 2025 a bad sign or just a ba...
These players struggled in 2025. Did they have an isolated bad season, or is it a sign of trouble ahead?
2026 Fantasy Football Draft Guide: Rankings, mock ...
Your one-stop shop as you prep for draft season, including rankings, projections and analysis.
Russell Wilson's contract is off the Broncos' book...
The Broncos took a then-record $85 million dead money hit by parting with Wilson in 2024, but their quick turnaround has turned heads.
NFL execs pick their 8 favorite offseason moves: W...
We talked to sources around the NFL about their favorite moves of the offseason. The answers ranged from megadeals to a surprise draft pick.
Sources: Saints bring back franchise star Jordan
Saints defensive end Cameron Jordan will end his career in New Orleans after signing a one-year deal during the team's minicamp.
Penix expects to practice in full by training camp...
Falcons quarterback Michael Penix Jr. has not yet taken part in full practices, but said on Tuesday he expects to be full go by training camp in July.
Bucs' Mayfield pushes back on durability concerns
Bucs QB Baker Mayfield pushed back Tuesday at the notion that he needs to better protect himself while adding that he and the team are not close on contract negotiations.
Chiefs' Rice released from jail, dodges reporters
Chiefs WR Rashee Rice was released from a Dallas County jail on Tuesday after serving a 30-day sentence for violating the terms of his probation.
Family to have Smith's brain checked for CTE
The family of Aldon Smith has decided to send his brain to medical experts in Boston to see whether CTE played a role in the former NFL defensive lineman's death.
Nix on track, says 2nd surgery was for bone spurs
Broncos quarterback Bo Nix made his first appearance in a full offseason practice Tuesday and said he remains on track to be ready for training camp next month.
Pickens at Cowboys minicamp, OK with franchise tag...
After skipping the voluntary part of the Cowboys' offseason program, Dallas wide receiver George Pickens worked out with the team Tuesday, the first day of mandatory minicamp, telling reporters he is…
Broncos excuse Cooper from minicamp after arrests
The Broncos excused OLB Jonathon Cooper from their mandatory minicamp this week after he was arrested twice in a seven-day span on multiple domestic violence charges, including one felony.
🤣 Jaguars to auction Trevor Lawrence's viral wig
The original haircut video, released May 14 as part of the NFL's annual schedule release, caused a stir -- it has 3.8 million views as of June 16.
Can Brendan Sorsby start for an NFL team? Sizing u...
What are Sorsby's strengths and weaknesses? Which NFL teams should try to land him in the supplemental draft? Let's sort out what he could bring to a pro QB room.
Jameis Winston dresses goat as Messi in tribute to...
It has officially been one week of 2026 FIFA World Cup action. Enjoy all the features, news, video analysis and color from around the competition.
Why Cameron Jordan chose Saints again: 'We love Ne...
Family ties, free agency and one more run fuels the veteran defensive end in his return for his 16th season.
Wait, Brendan Sorsby is now going to the NFL suppl...
How is Sorsby suddenly in the supplemental draft? How does it work, and which teams could be interested?
Minicamp daily updates: Lions' Sam LaPorta 'trendi...
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Raiders players' first impressions of QB Fernando ...
We asked players and coaches about their first impressions of the Raiders' rookie and No. 1 pick during OTAs.
Updated NBA mock draft: Predicting all 60 picks on...
We have an updated 2026 mock draft, predicting all 60 picks as trade talks heat up a week out from draft night.
Let's combine the 2025, 2026 NBA draft classes: Wh...
What if Cooper Flagg never reclassified? Here's where Flagg, Dylan Harper, Kon Knueppel would rank if they were in the 2026 NBA draft.
Game 5 most-watched since 1998; peaked at 33M
The Knicks' 94-90 victory over the Spurs on Saturday night to capture their first NBA title in 53 years averaged 24.5 million viewers on ABC and ESPN, making it the most-watched Game 5 since 1998.
🎵 The song that set the tone for MJ's Bulls
Thirty years after Chicago's historic run, the story of "Sirius" is also the story of how music helped build one of the most iconic brands in sports.
Peterson visits Wizards, won't meet other teams
Top NBA draft prospect Darryn Peterson has visited the Wizards but does not plan to grant another team a meeting, sources told ESPN.
Sources: Wizard's Sarr fractures foot, has surgery...
Wizards center Alex Sarr has undergone surgery to repair a fractured right foot and is expected to be healthy for the start of the season, the team announced Monday.
Sources: Bulls finalizing hiring of Splitter as HC...
Chicago has hired Tiago Splitter, who guided the Trail Blazers to a 42-40 record as interim coach, to succeed Billy Donovan as the Bulls' new head coach.
Dolan asked for 10-week sacrifice in April speech
Knicks owner James Dolan delivered an impassioned speech in front of his team before the playoffs, urging the players to "leave nothing on the table" in the pursuit of a title.
Longtime Lakers P.A. announcer Tanter retiring
Longtime Lakers public address announcer Lawrence Tanter is retiring from his position after more than 40 years manning the microphone at Lakers home games, the team announced Tuesday.
Sources: Jazz-Kessler stalled despite $140M offer
A gulf remains between restricted free agent center Walker Kessler and the Jazz after Utah put an offer worth roughly $140 million over five years on the table, sources told ESPN.
LeBron watch, the No. 11 pick and everything we kn...
From a lottery pick to the trade market, here's what we know about the Warriors' offseason plans.
Latest NBA buzz: Everything we're hearing ahead of...
We're tracking the latest news, rumors and buzz across the NBA, including what we're hearing on the Warriors' pursuit of LeBron James.
First look at next season's NBA Power Rankings: Kn...
Here's where all 30 NBA teams stand ahead of the 2026-27 season, based on votes from our insiders.
Six big storylines that will kick-start a hectic N...
Why is this Giannis trade taking so long? What are the Lakers' plans? Here are some of the biggest topics of discussion two weeks before free agency.
Copy of Roster lessons from Knicks' title, and why there's...
Here's how the Knicks built their team to get there, and what the Finals outcome means both sides.
Copy of New York wins! Inside the locker room of the first...
For decades, the Knicks flailed and chased -- for quick fixes, superstars, splashy hires. But then they chose Jalen Brunson, and the rest is history.
Victor Wembanyama's time is coming -- it just wasn...
The Spurs phenom had an outstanding postseason, but his flaws were on display in the Finals loss to the Knicks.
All-NBA Playoff Awards: Which 10 stars made our first, second teams?
With the Knicks now crowned NBA champions, which players were the most impactful across all of the 2026 postseason?
NBA futures: Runners-up one year, champions the ne...
With the 2025-26 season wrapped up, here's an early look at the odds for the 2027 NBA Finals.
Updated college football Top 25: How far does Texa...
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Wetzel: Brendan Sorsby is done with college sports...
Can any good come from the Brendan Sorsby saga? Dan Wetzel would like to see local judges and their temporary injunctions sidelined.
Who's up next in the Big Ten? Oregon? USC? Project...
The Ducks look to continue an amazing trend, but Ohio State, Indiana, USC and others stand in the way.
🏈 Future Power Rankings: All 68 Power 4 teams
Coaches, current roster, recruits: Who has the best overall team over the next two seasons?
Darlington, Nebraska asst. for 30 seasons, dies
George Darlington, the longest-serving assistant coach in Nebraska football history and a member of three national championship teams under Tom Osborne, has died at the age of 87.
Source: Pac-12 extends commissioner Gould
Pac-12 commissioner Teresa Gould has received a five-year contract extension through 2030-31, the conference announced.
Deion on gambling scandal: 'Something's wrong'
Colorado coach Deion Sanders says "something's wrong with that" when it comes to someone gambling on their own team.
Big 12 sues Texas Tech, Texas AG over Sorsby
Before Brendan Sorsby decided to enter the NFL supplemental draft, the Big 12 Monday filed a suit seeking both a declaratory judgment and injunctive relief to allow the league the authority to use…
Sources: Sorsby set to enter supplemental draft
Amid legal wrangling over his NCAA eligibility, Texas Tech transfer quarterback Brendan Sorsby has applied to enter the NFL's supplemental draft, a source told ESPN.
NFL, NBA tells Congress it backs new college bill
The NFL, NFLPA and NBPA on Tuesday sent statements to Congress supporting the Protect College Sports Act and lauding specific provisions it includes while also encouraging further "negotiations"…
Who are the best players in the 2027 NFL draft cla...
The NFL draft is a long way off, but Matt Miller and Jordan Reid ranked the five best prospects at every position. How do the top QBs, OTs, CBs and more stack up?
2027 recruiting class rankings: Jon Sumrall shows ...
These schools are setting the pace as the recruiting race heats up.
Pick up these soon-to-be breakout stars while you ...
If your lineup has been hit hard by injuries, get one of these three young stars who are showing potential.
Mariners get Raleigh, Crawford back, lose Arozaren...
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.
A 15-K Maddux! Where Jacob Misiorowski's historic ...
In case you Miz'd it, the Brewers' ace is continuing to dominate with another stellar outing Friday night. Here's what made the shutout so special.
Doubters, beware: Why Brewers and Guardians keep d...
As these first-place teams battle this week, we look at what makes them perennial overachievers.
Olney: The 12 MLB execs under the most pressure at...
With the deadline Aug. 3, here are which front offices could make -- or break -- their future this trade season.
Ranking the top 100 MLB trade deadline candidates ...
Skubal to the ...? All-Star outfielders and shortstops available? Here are the big names your team could be targeting.
Diamondbacks sign Korean 2-way prospect Eom, 18
The Arizona Diamondbacks and South Korean two-way prospect Jun-Sang Eom, 18, agreed on to a deal during the international signing period that includes a $1.5 million signing bonus, and the team…
Royals' Lugo (concussion) slated to return Friday
Royals right-hander Seth Lugo threw a bullpen session Tuesday and is expected to start Friday after spending time on the concussion list.
Cubs closer Palencia (elbow inflammation) to IL
The Cubs put Daniel Palencia on the 15-day injured list because of right elbow inflammation Tuesday, one day after he struck out the side against the Rockies.
Scoring change lands Rangers' Ahlstrom 1st MLB win...
After a scoring change in the official box score, Texas Rangers rookie left-hander Robby Ahlstrom, 26, was awarded his first MLB victory on Tuesday, four days after he pitched in a victory over the…
Tigers' Verlander set for Comerica Park return Sun...
Tigers right-hander Justin Verlander is expected to start against the White Sox on Sunday at Comerica Park, where he has not pitched for the franchise since 2017.
Boone talks Caballero's delay-of-game with MLB
Yankees manager Aaron Boone said he's talked to MLB about Jose Caballero's deliberate approach to the plate that earned him a delay-of-game warning Sunday.
Ohtani to start Wed. with knee swelling dissipated...
Shohei Ohtani will make his scheduled start on the mound against the Rays on Wednesday, Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said, after the two-way star left last Thursday's game in Pittsburgh with left knee…
Braves-Giants suspended by rain, to resume Wed.
The opening game of a three-game series between the Braves and Giants was suspended due to rain and will resume Wednesday at 2 p.m. with the Giants leading 3-2 in the second inning.
⚾ Tom Glavine fears another ugly work stoppage
The union's primary spokesperson the last time baseball lost games to a labor fight sees similar signs of trouble ahead.
MLB awards: Yordan Alvarez overtakes Bobby Witt Jr...
Who are the favorites to win season-long honors? Here are the odds for MVP, Cy Young and Rookie of the Year in the AL and NL.
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