Blues ink Gophers star Snuggerud to 3-year deal
The St. Louis Blues signed University of Minnesota forward Jimmy Snuggerud to a three-year contract Friday.
Marchand makes Panthers debut Friday vs. Utah
Brad Marchand made his debut for the Panthers against Utah on Friday night. He hadn't appeared in game since being acquired in a trade with Boston three weeks ago.
Fantasy hockey recap: 32 predictions for next season
With the fantasy hockey season winding down, here are the most important things we learned this season.
NHL playoff watch: Latest on the Eastern wild-card chaos
The Canadiens, Rangers and Jackets all play on Friday. Plus, here are full playoff and draft lottery standings.
Fantasy hockey rankings: Top players for 2024-25
Our updated fantasy hockey rankings sees movement in the top 250, with Jack Eichel and Auston Matthews battling for the top spot.
NHL Power Rankings: Latest updated poll, plus each team's strength of schedule
As the playoff field solidifies, here's how our panel voted, along with each team's slate through April 17.
Six theories on why penalties (and power plays) are dramatically down this NHL season
Are players playing cleaner? Are referees swallowing their whistles? Players, execs, and analysts offer ideas.
Crosby breaks Gretzky's point-per-game record
Sidney Crosby's career-long point-per-game consistency has broken an NHL record he shared with Wayne Gretzky.
Ovi, Caps honor Wild's Fleury with handshakes
Alex Ovechkin made sure all Capitals players shook hands postgame with retiring Wild goalie Marc-Andre Fleury after Thursday's game.
Flyers GM: Fired Tortorella a 'complicated man'
Flyers GM Daniel Briere said differences of opinion with John Tortorella led to the coach's firing on Thursday, calling him a "complicated man."
Complete schedule, teams at a glance
Follow the men's hockey tournament from the regionals to Frozen Four and the national title game.
NCAA men's hockey roundtable: Teams, players to watch, plus Frozen Four picks
Can Denver win it all again? Who can beat BC and Michigan State? Our experts break it all down.
NHL fines Bruins rookie Callahan for cross-check
The NHL has fined Bruins rookie defenseman Michael Callahan $2,018.23 for cross-checking Anaheim forward Jansen Harkins during Wednesday night's game.
Wild's Kaprizov resumes skating after Jan. surgery
Wild star forward Kirill Kaprizov, who had surgery for a lower-body injury and hasn't played since Jan. 26, has resumed skating, coach John Hynes said.
Hutson brothers, Leonard, Fink among top NHL prospects playing in the NCAA hockey tournament
With the 2025 tourney set to begin Thursday, here are the players who will be competing for NHL teams soon.
Top seed Boston College plays with Gaudreaus, Voce close to hearts
Three former Eagles died this past summer. The current team hopes to win a national title in their memory.
NHL Bubble Watch: Which teams emerge from wild-card race chaos?
A handful of teams remain in the mix for the final ticket in each conference. Here's who will earn the spots.
Every way to bet on Alex Ovechkin's goals record chase
Alex Ovechkin is one of the hottest NHL bets, here are the special markets bettors can bet on as he closes in on the goals scored record.
Countdown to 894: The Alex Ovechkin goal-scoring tracker
Follow along as the Capitals star chases down Wayne Gretzky's record, including highlights of each goal and the upcoming schedule.
Deion: Will be happy wherever Shedeur is picked
Deion Sanders says he's not trying to steer Shedeur Sanders to any specific destination in next month's draft and would be happy wherever his star quarterback son is selected.
Ex-NFL RB Johnson charged in dogfighting case
Former NFL running back LeShon Johnson has been charged in a federal dogfighting case after 190 dogs were seized from him last year.
Source: LB White heads to Raiders on 1-year deal
The Raiders have signed veteran inside linebacker Devin White to a one-year deal, a source confirmed to ESPN.
PSU's Carter: 'Overall impact' makes me No. 1
Outside linebacker Abdul Carter restated his pitch to be the No. 1 NFL draft pick during Penn State's pro day, saying he offers an "overall impact" that makes everyone on his team better.
Patriots release LB Bentley after seven seasons
Veteran linebacker Ja'Whaun Bentley, a three-time captain for the New England Patriots, was released Friday after seven seasons with the organization.
Diggs: ACL, 1,000-yard history affected Pats deal
Stefon Diggs says his Patriots contract -- worth $69 million, according to ESPN's Adam Schefter -- is the range the wide receiver expected, in part because he is coming off a torn ACL.
Ravens, Harbaugh reach extension through '28
John Harbaugh, the Ravens' all-time winningest coach, has agreed to a three-year extension with the team through the 2028 season. He was entering the final year of his deal.
Jets continue rebuilding WR corps, sign Reynolds
The Jets have signed wide receiver Josh Reynolds, the team announced Thursday.
Watch the tape: Why Mason Graham is primed to become a defensive cornerstone
NFL teams aren't worried about the former Michigan defensive tackle's measurables.
Inside Elic Ayomanor's viral night and journey from Canada to the NFL draft
From Medicine Hat, Alberta, the Stanford receiver came along way to a record night against Travis Hunter and his NFL future.
'It was like straight out of a movie': How the UFL turned a brick salesman into an NFL star
Jake Bates was a salesman at Acme Brick Co. when a chance with the UFL resuscitated his football career.
Logos, coaches, stadiums and key players for all eight teams
Here are the teams, coaches and key players who will take the field this month as the UFL begins Season 2.
UFL 2025 preview: Skip Holtz looks to keep Birmingham on top, Bob Stoops takes aim
The UFL season kicks off Friday night, with every team looking to mount a challenge to Birmingham's dominance.
Season win total projections for all 32 teams
Where does your team stand heading into 2025? Here are win totals, projections, odds and more for every team.
First bets: Early picks for 2025 NFL season win totals
What are the opening NFL season win totals our experts like right now? Here are some early bets to consider.
'Such a fairy-tale ending': Inside Brandon Graham's final, turbulent, triumphant season as an Eagle
Graham, and family, recall the 15-year vet's final season.
Clay: More TDs for McBride and 40 more 2025 fantasy football projections takeaways
Mike Clay shares his favorite tidbits from the research that informed his projections.
Post-free-agency Power Rankings: How all 32 teams stack up, plus under-the-radar moves
Which teams improved this offseason, and which took a step back? Our panel of experts ranked them all.
Jenkins fired as Grizzlies coach after six seasons
Taylor Jenkins has been fired as Grizzlies coach, with the team currently in the No. 5 spot in the Western Conference.
NBA 'digesting' Celtics sale before expansion talk
NBA commissioner Adam Silver said Thursday that the league will consider the topic of expansion more fully once the recently agreed-upon sale of the Celtics is completed.
Pacers score franchise-record 162, rout Wizards
The Pacers set a franchise record for points in a game in a 162-109 rout of the Wizards on Thursday night.
Lakers left feeling 'devastation' of late collapse
A day after LeBron James was L.A.'s hero with a tip-in to beat the Pacers as time expired, he was part of the Lakers' unraveling in a 119-117 loss to the Chicago Bulls on Thursday night that Josh…
'Special moment': Giddey's 47-footer stuns Lakers
Josh Giddey heaved a buzzer-beating 47-foot 3-pointer from half court to cap perhaps the wildest finish in the NBA this season, giving the Chicago Bulls a 119-117 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers…
Pistons All-Star Cunningham (calf) out vs. Cavs
Pistons All-Star guard Cade Cunningham will miss his third straight game Friday night when Detroit plays host to the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Sixers' Maxey to sit out at least two more games
Philadelphia 76ers guard Tyrese Maxey will miss at least two more games due to his sprained finger, according to coach Nick Nurse.
Hornets' Ball to have procedures, out for season
Hornets star LaMelo Ball will miss the rest of the season as he undergoes two minor procedures to address right ankle and wrist issues.
NBA postseason tracker: Knicks join Cavs, Celtics as East playoff teams
Tracking which teams have clinched for the playoffs with the 2024-25 NBA regular season nearing its conclusion.
SGA or Jokic for MVP? Answering the biggest NBA awards questions
Our insiders break down the biggest NBA awards questions, including the MVP battle between Nikola Jokic and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander.
3-pointer problem? Why the NBA has no qualms with it -- yet
The 2024-25 NBA season has witnessed a historic number of 3-point attempts. But does the league really need to rein in the 3s?
Waiver wire pickups: Stephon Castle among surging rookies to add
The fantasy basketball waiver wire always has players who can help fill holes in your roster. Here are the ones to add this week.
College analyst Danielson to retire at end of 2025
Gary Danielson, a longtime college football analyst for CBS, will retire after the 2025 season.
Stanford 'needs a reset,' fires football HC Taylor
Stanford has fired football coach Troy Taylor amid allegations he mistreated staff members during his two years with the Cardinal.
Bedlam 2.0: Gundy suggests OSU-OU spring fling
Oklahoma State's Mike Gundy said he'd prefer having two spring practices against rival Oklahoma -- one in Norman, one in Stillwater -- instead of an intrasquad game.
Police: UGA's Tuggle driving 107 mph upon arrest
Georgia wide receiver Nitro Tuggle was driving 107 mph before he was stopped and arrested by police on March 19, according to an Athens-Clarke County Police Department incident report.
Kent State coach placed on administrative leave
Kent State head coach Kenni Burns was put on administrative leave, the school said in a statement Thursday.
Ex-Vols coach Pruitt sues NCAA, seeking $100M
Former Tennessee football coach Jeremy Pruitt has filed a lawsuit against the NCAA seeking $100 million and claims it conspired with the university to make him a "sacrificial lamb."
Sources: Stanford's Bailey enters transfer portal
Stanford OLB David Bailey entered the transfer portal Friday, sources told ESPN, as he became the first Cardinal to leave since Troy Taylor was fired last week. WR Mudia Reuben also entered the…
Prime Deal: Sanders lands $54M Buffs extension
Colorado and coach Deion Sanders have agreed to a five-year, $54 million contract extension, according to a copy of the contract obtained by ESPN.
For Notre Dame and Marcus Freeman, writing a different ending is the final step
What's ahead for a Fighting Irish team that reached the national title game last season?
Way-Too-Early Top 25: Next season's breakout player for every team
A look at the players who might make a critical difference for their teams in 2025.
Star power vs. inexperience? Breaking down strengths and weaknesses of every WTE Top 25 team
Our college football reporters break down strengths and weaknesses for every team in the WTE Top 25.
Can Florida State bounce back from its disastrous 2024 season?
Mike Norvell has made myriad adjustments since the end of his team's disastrous campaign. But will they be enough?
Which team could be the next SMU? College football teams poised to rise in 2025
Our college football reporters give their thoughts on teams that could leap up in the season ahead.
Record 26 Cubans make MLB Opening Day rosters
Cuba had a record 26 players on Major League Baseball's Opening Day rosters, and Japan had 12 for its most since 2012.
Misner walks off Rays, makes history in process
Rookie Kameron Misner led off the ninth inning with his first major league home run, giving Tampa Bay a 3-2 win and becoming the first player in major league history to have his first home run be a…
Rays' Lowe hurts oblique again: 'Super frustrating'
Josh Lowe winced as he left the batter's box on a fifth-inning single Friday, and the Rays said he will undergo an MRI after suffering his third oblique injury in 13 months.
With game on line, Soto whiffs to end Mets debut
Juan Soto had a chance to deliver tying runs in his much-anticipated Mets debut on Thursday, but he struck out swinging with two outs in the ninth inning to end the Astros' 3-1 win.
Pirates place Gonzales on IL with broken ankle
The Pirates placed second baseman Nick Gonzales on the 10-day injured list with a "non-displaced fracture of the left ankle."
D-backs lock up RHP Pfaadt on 5-year, $45M deal
The Diamondbacks and right-hander Brandon Pfaadt reached agreement on a five-year deal worth $45 million.
What's in a name? Brewers trade Brewer Hicklen
Brewers trade only rostered player to ever share name with team, Brewer Hicklen, to Tigers for cash.
Casino fined $10.5M in money-laundering case
Resorts World casino has been fined $10.5M over allegations of illegal gambling, many of which centered on a bookmaker with ties to Shohei Ohtani's former interpreter.
Predictions: From playoffs and World Series to MVPs and Cy Youngs
Can the Dodgers repeat? Who will win MVP? Our experts make their predictions for the 2025 baseball season.
Everything you need to know for MLB Opening Day, from lineups to live updates and takeaways
Baseball is back! Here's your one-stop shop for all of the season-opening action.
The moves that sent shock waves through MLB
Juan Soto got how much!? The Dodgers added how many stars? It's time to get up to speed after a wild winter.
Home of ... the Rays?! Inside the unprecedented transformation of Steinbrenner Field
The Yankees' spring training facility became the Rays' Opening Day ballpark in just four days. Here's how.
Fantasy baseball buzz: What you need to know for Friday
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.
Forecaster for Week 2: March 31-April 6
Set your lineups for the week ahead in fantasy baseball with our forecaster preview.
'I feel like I have everything in front of me': Inside the $765 million marriage of Juan Soto and the Mets
After a free agent megadeal that rocked the offseason, a new era begins for the Mets, New York and all of MLB.
Grading MLB's City Connect uniforms: Nats' second set doesn't live up to the first
From the pastel Padres to the Motor City Tigers and beyond, we break down MLB's City Connect uniforms.
Ohtani, Judge, Soto, Skenes featured in MLB's 'Heroes of the Game' anime campaign
The missions of Shohei Ohtani, Paul Skenes, Juan Soto and Aaron Judge are highlighted in "Heroes of the Game."
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