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Philadelphia Flyers Sign Fedotov
The Philadelphia Flyers on Tuesday signed goaltender Ivan Fedotov to a two-year contract, keeping him out of free agency this offseason. The 27-year-old Fedotov will have a more than $3 million cap hi...
Apr 25, 2024
LeMahieu Out with Residual Edema
On Tuesday, the New York Yankees were hopeful that DJ LeMahieu could make his season debut as early as next week. By Wednesday, those tentative plans were dashed. LeMahieu will be shut down for at lea...
Apr 25, 2024
Yankees' LeMahieu Struggling with Foot Injury
DJ LeMahieu's return to the New York Yankees from a fractured right foot encountered a setback Tuesday night. The veteran infielder exited the first game of his rehab assignment with soreness in the f...
Apr 24, 2024
Pittsburgh Pirates Unveil Yinzerpalooza Mystery Bobblehead
The Pittsburgh Pirates today announced the final promotional bobblehead for the season that will be given out to the first 20,000 fans attending the July 20 game against the Phillies, during the team'...
Apr 24, 2024
Steelers Not Expecting to Pick Up Quarterback Justin Fields
The Pittsburgh Steelers are reportedly not expected to pick up quarterback Justin Fields' $25 million fifth-year option. A first-round draft pick in 2021, Fields was traded to the Steelers by the Chi...
Apr 24, 2024
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National Sports
Analysis of every pick in Rounds 1-3 of the NFL draft
2 hours ago
Get insights on all 32 teams' draft picks and trades from our NFL Nation reporters.
Westbrook, Washington ejected in chippy Game 3
Apr 27, 2024
A couple of heated confrontations during the fourth quarter of the Mavericks' Game 3 win over the Clippers on Friday night resulted in a pair of ejections.
Colts GM defends rookie Mitchell in profane rant
Apr 27, 2024
Colts GM Chris Ballard fiercely defended Adonai Mitchell against criticisms of his character, calling the condemnations of the rookie wide receiver "bulls---" during a lengthy rant.
Ailing Bucks see Lillard aggravate Achilles injury
Apr 27, 2024
Injuries continue to pile up for the Bucks, who now trail 2-1 in their series with the Pacers, after Damian Lillard aggravated an Achilles injury that surfaced in the regular-season finale.
Kawhi: Knee 'didn't respond' as hoped; iffy for G4
Apr 27, 2024
Kawhi Leonard gutted out 25 minutes in the Clippers' 101-90 loss to the Mavericks on Friday and revealed that his knee "didn't respond the way we wanted" after his return.
Penix: I had 'good conversation' with Cousins
Apr 27, 2024
Kirk Cousins and Michael Penix Jr. spoke on the phone Thursday night after the Falcons stunningly took Penix with the No. 8 pick in the NFL draft.
Cowboys eye Elliott reunion amid RB shortage
Apr 27, 2024
The Cowboys have yet to fill their running back need, but the return of Ezekiel Elliott looks more and more likely.
McVay: Stafford wants more guaranteed money
Apr 27, 2024
Rams coach Sean McVay acknowledged a report that Matthew Stafford would like more guaranteed money on his contract, saying, "we're going to try to figure it out."
Eagles trade up, draft Iowa DB DeJean at No. 40
Apr 27, 2024
The Eagles moved up in the second round to select versatile Iowa defensive back Cooper DeJean on Friday.
Stanley Cup Playoffs Central: Bracket, schedule, game previews for the NHL's postseason
44 minutes ago
From the first round all the way through the Stanley Cup Final, ESPN has you covered. Explore the full results, and coverage on each team.
'I'm still Aaron Judge': Why the Yankees' captain believes he can turn it around
9 hours ago
The Yankees offense depends on Judge's bat. Can he turn it up in time for two of their biggest series of the spring?
Power Rankings: Where every team stands one month into the season?
9 hours ago
One red-hot team is inching closer to a top-five debut this week, while an AL power continues to slip down our list.
Can the Bears develop Caleb Williams? Here are 11 coaches, 2 GMs on what it takes
1 hour ago
The Bears need to reverse course if they're going to develop Caleb Williams. Here are experts' tips on quarterback development.
Williams, Jayden Daniels, Drake Maye fuel QB takeover of Round 1
1 hour ago
Here's what we know about how Williams, Daniels and other first-round QBs will fit in.
2024 NFL draft: Pros and cons for every first-round pick
Apr 27, 2024
The Chicago Bears did as expected and picked Caleb Williams at No. 1. We look at the pros and cons of every pick in Thursday's opening round.
2024 NFL draft: Fantasy football analysis of Rounds 1-3
2 hours ago
Liz Loza, Matt Bowen and Mike Clay break down the fantasy potential of early-round rookies from the NFL draft and provide initial 2024 projections.
Where could Man City slip up to give Arsenal, Liverpool hope in title race?
11 hours ago
Who will win the 2023-24 Premier League title? Ian Darke looks at the final fixtures as Man City are in control, but can Arsenal or Liverpool pip them?
How Pulisic, McKennie are bringing the spotlight back to Serie A
11 hours ago
Americans like Pulisic and McKennie, who could face each other Saturday, are helping boost the league's profile.
Double Champ Checklist: How to become the next Cormier, Nunes, Cejudo or McGregor
7 hours ago
What does it take to accomplish a feat only four people in UFC have before? Lets start with this to-do list.
How UCF's Jasmine Williams balances softball, motherhood and social media stardom
14 hours ago
UCF shortstop Jasmine Williams went from losing 40,000 Instagram followers and almost quitting softball to finding her passion again.
Spring games: Position battles and newcomers to keep an eye on
13 hours ago
From Oregon's new QB to more Colorado roster turnover, breaking down the biggest storylines from teams in action Saturday.
How tough love (and disrespect) fuels Paolo Banchero
Apr 26, 2024
The Orlando Magic haven't won a playoff series in 14 years. Banchero believes he can break the cycle.
Fantasy women's basketball 6-team mock draft: How early did Caitlin Clark go?
10 hours ago
Where did Caitlin Clark get picked? Here's how our first fantasy women's basketball mock draft played out.
Women's transfer rankings: The top 25 players on the move
11 hours ago
More than 1,100 names are in the transfer portal. Who are the top players looking for a new school?
Way-Too-Early Top 25: Houston at No. 1; decimated Duke, Kentucky fall
17 hours ago
The coaching carousel and transfer portal have completely upended things just 17 days after UConn won the NCAA title. Welcome, previously unranked and next-in-line teams.
Transfer Talk: Bayern target Leverkusen's Wirtz for 2025
7 hours ago
Bayern Munich will look to try and sign Bayer Leverkusen's Florian Wirtz but will prioritize him for next year. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Weekend preview: What our experts will be watching
14 hours ago
Our fantasy baseball experts take a quick peek ahead to the upcoming weekend of action to highlight what they're looking forward to watching.
NFL
Analysis of every pick in Rounds 1-3 of the NFL draft
2 hours ago
Get insights on all 32 teams' draft picks and trades from our NFL Nation reporters.
Colts GM defends rookie Mitchell in profane rant
59 minutes ago
Colts GM Chris Ballard fiercely defended Adonai Mitchell against criticisms of his character, calling the condemnations of the rookie wide receiver "bulls---" during a lengthy rant.
Cowboys eye Elliott reunion amid RB shortage
59 minutes ago
The Cowboys have yet to fill their running back need, but the return of Ezekiel Elliott looks more and more likely.
Penix: I had 'good conversation' with Cousins
59 minutes ago
Kirk Cousins and Michael Penix Jr. spoke on the phone Thursday night after the Falcons stunningly took Penix with the No. 8 pick in the NFL draft.
Eagles trade up, draft Iowa DB DeJean at No. 40
59 minutes ago
The Eagles moved up in the second round to select versatile Iowa defensive back Cooper DeJean on Friday.
McVay: Stafford wants more guaranteed money
59 minutes ago
Rams coach Sean McVay acknowledged a report that Matthew Stafford would like more guaranteed money on his contract, saying, "we're going to try to figure it out."
Goodell mulls 18 games, SB on long weekend
59 minutes ago
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell is mulling a future with 18 regular-season games, a Presidents Day weekend Super Bowl Sunday and a significant increase in international games.
Nix says critiques of arm strength 'here and gone'
59 minutes ago
Broncos quarterback Bo Nix said all those pre-draft criticisms of his arm strength are unfounded and won't hold him back as the potential future starter in Denver.
Bengals OK with Burton pick despite concerns
59 minutes ago
Bengals coach Zac Taylor said the team was comfortable with drafting former Alabama wide receiver Jermaine Burton despite off-field concerns.
'We're not going to rush his development': What is the Vikings' plan for preparing J.J. McCarthy to start?
5 hours ago
The Vikings secured their quarterback of the future in the draft, but when will McCarthy take over?
2024 NFL draft: Fantasy football analysis of Rounds 1-3
2 hours ago
Liz Loza, Matt Bowen and Mike Clay break down the fantasy potential of early-round rookies from the NFL draft and provide initial 2024 projections.
2024 NFL draft: Pros and cons for every first-round pick
Apr 27, 2024
The Chicago Bears did as expected and picked Caleb Williams at No. 1. We look at the pros and cons of every pick in Thursday's opening round.
'We trust Joe': Aaron Rodgers approves of Jets GM's first-round execution in the draft
2 hours ago
The New York Jets acquired extra draft capital by trading back a spot and taking Fashanu in 2024 NFL draft.
Titans stay at No. 7, get their guy Latham to help solve their woes at LT
2 hours ago
Tennessee plans to flip the offensive lineman out of Alabama from right tackle to left tackle.
Can the Bears develop Caleb Williams? Here are 11 coaches, 2 GMs on what it takes
15 hours ago
The Bears need to reverse course if they're going to develop Caleb Williams. Here are experts' tips on quarterback development.
Caleb Williams, Jayden Daniels, Drake Maye fuel QB takeover of Round 1
15 hours ago
Here's what we know about how Caleb Williams, Jayden Daniels and other first-round QBs will fit in.
Marvin Harrison Jr., Joe Alt the latest additions to the NFL's father-son club
16 hours ago
The star wideout and offensive tackle joined the Mannings, McCaffreys, Bosas and more.
'Oh Yeah!' Kool-Aid McKinstry adds flavor to NFL nickname game
2 hours ago
McKinstry looks to join the unofficial club of players with nicknames that have superseded their given names.
MLB
'I'm still Aaron Judge': Why the Yankees' captain believes he can turn it around
16 hours ago
The Yankees offense depends on Judge's bat. Can he turn it up in time for two of their biggest series of the spring?
Orioles' Holliday, hitting .059, optioned to minors
2 hours ago
The Baltimore Orioles optioned struggling infielder Jackson Holliday to Triple-A Norfolk on Friday.
Ohtani responds to Toronto jeers with HR in 1st
2 hours ago
Shohei Ohtani responded to boos from the Toronto crowd by hitting his seventh home run as the Dodgers extended their winning streak to five games with a 12-2 rout of the Blue Jays on Friday night.
D-backs ace Gallen exits in 6th with tight hammy
2 hours ago
Arizona Diamondbacks ace Zac Gallen left his start against the Seattle Mariners after feeling tightness in his right hamstring.
Brewers lose LHP Miley to Tommy John surgery
2 hours ago
Brewers pitcher Wade Miley said Friday that he needs Tommy John surgery. "I've got to keep my head down and move forward," Miley said, acknowledging the 11 to 12 months of recuperation. "I've still got more in the tank."
Marlins LHP Luzardo scratched with elbow issue
2 hours ago
The Miami Marlins scratched left-hander Jesus Luzardo from Friday's scheduled start because of elbow discomfort.
Albies has 2 hits, RBI in return as Braves stay hot
2 hours ago
Second baseman Ozzie Albies returned to action and wasted no time making an impact with two hits, an RBI and a run scored in Atlanta's 6-2 win over Cleveland on Friday night.
Pham has 2 hits, helps White Sox win in debut
2 hours ago
The Chicago White Sox called up outfielder Tommy Pham from Triple-A Charlotte on Friday and selected the contract of outfielder Rafael Ortega.
Where does every team stand one month into the season?
Apr 25, 2024
One red-hot team is inching closer to a top-five debut this week, while an AL power continues to slip down our list.
Dusty Baker wins Baseball Digest lifetime award
8 hours ago
Dusty Baker has won the fourth Lifetime Achievement Award presented by Baseball Digest.
‘There's a common theme with all these guys that are going down’: Pitchers weigh in on MLB’s injury epidemic
18 hours ago
The rate of pitchers getting hurt has reached a tipping point. Here's what those in the game have to say about the problem -- and potential solutions.
'It all started with Elly': How the Reds plan to win big around MLB's most exciting player
Apr 25, 2024
Elly De La Cruz took baseball by storm as a human highlight reel. Now, the 6-foot-5 shortstop and his team are looking to turn all that style into a little more substance.
Pitching, defense and a budding star: Why the red-hot Royals might actually be for real
Apr 25, 2024
Kansas City has had a surprising and enjoyable run to open the season. Now, the question is whether it's going to be a long run.
Fantasy baseball pitcher rankings, lineup advice for Saturday's MLB games
8 hours ago
Everything you need to know to place your MLB bets and set fantasy baseball lineups for Saturday, April 27.
Dodgers East? Milwaukee Plus? Inside David Stearns' plan to turn Mets into MLB's new model franchise
Apr 22, 2024
From the small-market Brewers to the Big Apple, here's how the Mets' new president is reimagining things in Queens.
NBA
Westbrook, Washington ejected in chippy Game 3
Apr 27, 2024
A couple of heated confrontations during the fourth quarter of the Mavericks' Game 3 win over the Clippers on Friday night resulted in a pair of ejections.
Kawhi: Knee 'didn't respond' as hoped; iffy for G4
Apr 27, 2024
Kawhi Leonard gutted out 25 minutes in the Clippers' 101-90 loss to the Mavericks on Friday and revealed that his knee "didn't respond the way we wanted" after his return.
Haliburton's GW floater ices Bucks in dramatic OT
12 minutes ago
In a wild finish, Tyrese Haliburton completed a three-point play with 1.6 seconds left to cap his first postseason triple-double, and the Pacers took a 2-1 series lead with a 121-118 overtime victory over the Bucks on Friday night.
Ailing Bucks see Lillard aggravate Achilles injury
12 minutes ago
Injuries continue to pile up for the Bucks, who now trail 2-1 in their series with the Pacers, after Damian Lillard aggravated an Achilles injury that surfaced in the regular-season finale.
Lakers' Ham: 'Not changing my starting lineup'
12 minutes ago
Lakers coach Darvin Ham said he will keep the same starting five as Los Angeles looks to prevent a series sweep against Denver in Game 4 on Saturday.
Clark gets Pacers crowd roaring before Game 3
12 minutes ago
Caitlin Clark revved up a raucous Pacers crowd before Friday night's Game 3 against the Bucks in her first public appearance on the Gainbridge Fieldhouse court since the Fever drafted her last week.
'You can't fake that fire': What fueled Kevin Durant's incredible return to the game
3 hours ago
The 14-time All-Star played in 75 games this season, the most since his time with the Warriors. The journey to be able to do so reveals an unrelenting burn within: to return to the player he once was -- and more.
How tough love (and disrespect) fuels Paolo Banchero
Apr 26, 2024
The Orlando Magic haven't won a playoff series in 14 years. Banchero believes he can break the cycle.
Luka Doncic's pink-and-purple wrapped Camaro catches eyes ahead of Clippers-Mavs
4 hours ago
Luka Doncic pulled up to Game 3 against the LA Clippers in a tricked-out Camero to tease his new Luka 3 sneaker.
Darlan's Bangui on cusp of BAL playoffs
47 minutes ago
Thierry Darlan's Bangui beat Khaman Maluach's City Oilers in the Basketball Africa League Nile Conference on Friday, while Egypt's Al Ahly defeated Libya's Al Ahly Benghazi.
NHL
Avs show off 'deeper' team in late scoring barrage
Apr 27, 2024
The Avalanche scored five goals in the third period, showing off a "deeper" team in a 6-2 victory over the Jets that gave them a 2-1 series lead.
NHL draft lottery scheduled to take place May 7
10 hours ago
The 2024 NHL draft lottery will take place on May 7, the league announced Friday.
Leafs' Nylander nears return with game Saturday
11 hours ago
Maple Leafs forward William Nylander is nearing a return from injury ahead of Saturday's Game 4 against the Bruins.
Isles goalie change backfires as Canes go up 3-0
21 hours ago
Islanders goalie Ilya Sorokin was pulled in the second period of Thursday's 3-2 loss to the Hurricanes after giving up three goals on 14 shots.
Bruins coach thinks Swayman in Leafs' heads
Apr 25, 2024
Bruins coach Jim Montgomery thinks goaltender Jeremy Swayman's dominance against the Maple Leafs -- before and during their current first-round Stanley Cup playoff series -- has started to rattle some players.
Ovechkin won't press to get self, Caps on track
Apr 25, 2024
The Capitals need production out of Alex Ovechkin to get back in their series against the Rangers, but the Washington captain says the best plan is to "just settle down a little bit."
Cole, longtime voice of hockey in Canada, dies
Apr 26, 2024
Bob Cole, the voice of hockey in Canada for a half-century, died at the age of 90 on Wednesday night.
Stanley Cup Playoffs Central: Bracket, schedule, game previews for the NHL's postseason
32 minutes ago
From the first round all the way through the Stanley Cup Final, ESPN has you covered. Explore the full results, and coverage on each team.
Nathan MacKinnon is having the best season of his career, but he still gets overshadowed
Apr 23, 2024
From a crowded Hart field to a Justin Bieber snub, the Avs star still doesn't seem to get his due. But don't expect him to worry about what anyone else thinks.
How the first 17 games of the Stanley Cup playoffs will influence the rest of the first round
Apr 25, 2024
From the Rangers' victory variety to the Leafs' power-play struggles to the Predators' new identity, here's what we've learned in the 2024 postseason.
Peter Laviolette coached the Caps -- now he's trying to eliminate them
Apr 23, 2024
This is the eighth time in history that a fired coach has faced his former team in the ensuing Stanley Cup playoffs; previously, those coaches went 6-1.
NHL Playoff Rank: The top 50 players, led by Auston Matthews at No. 1
Apr 23, 2024
With Matthews in the top spot, where do MacKinnon, McDavid and Panarin rank? What about the top goalies? Here's what our voters think.
Leaving Arizona: Everything you need to know about the Coyotes moving to Salt Lake City
Apr 15, 2024
Why Utah? What's the future of the NHL in Arizona? What will the new team be called, and where will it play? Answers to all of that and much more here.
NHL playoffs MVP, Conn Smythe Trophy betting odds
12 hours ago
Every player's odds to win the Conn Smythe Trophy in the 2024 NHL Stanley Cup playoffs.
NHL odds to win 2024 playoffs, Stanley Cup, conference futures
14 hours ago
2024 NHL futures odds for every team to advance from the first round, to the Stanley Cup and to win it all.
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Motorsports
The complexities of racing an oval: it's more than just turning left
Apr 25, 2024
"Go fast, turn left." The cliche is well known among NASCAR crowds, and Alanis King speaks to the series' best to explain the nuances of stock car's oval racing.
How IndyCar is managing interest from new teams
Apr 19, 2024
While F1 is working to keep new entrants out, there are teams lining up to join IndyCar -- and the American open-wheel series is welcoming them with open arms.
DQ'd Newgarden: Didn't know rules were broken
7 hours ago
Josef Newgarden insisted he is "not a liar" and said he didn't know he had broken IndyCar rules until Monday, the day after the manipulated push-to-pass systems were discovered, leading to his disqualification from the season opener.
Hulkenberg to join Sauber from Haas in 2025
21 hours ago
Hulkenberg joined Haas in 2023 after three seasons without a full-time ride and has been one of the grid's in form drivers this season.
Reports: Key designer Newey wants Red Bull exit
Apr 25, 2024
Adrian Newey, Formula One's most sought-after designer, wants to leave champions Red Bull, according to media reports on Thursday.
Pourchaire gets 2nd race; Ghiotto also joins field
Apr 25, 2024
Theo Pourchaire is getting a second turn racing for injured Arrow McLaren driver David Malukas, while Luca Ghiotto will join the rotating cast in Dale Coyne Racing's No. 51 car.
Will Power denies having role in Penske scandal
Apr 25, 2024
Will Power said he was unaware of any manipulations to Team Penske's push-to-power system until after last weekend's IndyCar race at Long Beach and never illegally used the mechanism. Josef Newgarden has not addressed the issue yet.
Newgarden stripped of win for software violation
Apr 25, 2024
Josef Newgarden's win in IndyCar's season-opening race at St. Petersburg was disqualified Wednesday because Team Penske manipulated its push-to-pass system during the race, making Pato O'Ward the winner.
Ferrari signs title deal with computer giant HP
Apr 24, 2024
Ferrari has signed a multi-year partnership with HP, making the world's second-largest PC vendor the new so-called title sponsor of Ferrari's motor racing team, including for Formula One.
Ferrari to add blue to F1 car for Miami GP
Apr 23, 2024
Ferrari will race at the Miami Grand Prix with a colour scheme featuring two different shades of blue to mark its history in the United States.
State of play in F1 as Red Bull, Max Verstappen untouchable while Lewis Hamilton, Mercedes struggle
Apr 22, 2024
With the Formula 1 season approaching its quarter-way point, we've taken a look at the state of play for each of the grid's 10 teams.
Unlapped: How to listen or watch ESPN's F1 show, episode archive, and more
Apr 24, 2024
Unlapped is ESPN's new Formula One show, featuring Katie George and F1 writers Nate Saunders and Laurence Edmondson, as they serve both complete newbies and seasoned motorheads. This is your one stop shop for all things F1.
Horner: Verstappen not making F1 'boring'
Apr 22, 2024
Red Bull boss Christian Horner rejected suggestions Max Verstappen has made Formula One boring after the triple world champion took his domination to new heights in China over the weekend.
F1 to discuss revised points structure
Apr 22, 2024
Formula One will this week discuss a plan to extend grand prix championship points from the top 10 to the top 12 finishers of a race.
Dixon takes Long Beach for 57th career victory
Apr 22, 2024
Scott Dixon moved closer to A.J. Foyt on IndyCar's all-time win list by picking up his 57th career victory Sunday on the downtown streets of Long Beach.
7 dead in Sri Lanka after race car veers off track
Apr 22, 2024
A race car veered off the track during a competition in Sri Lanka on Sunday and rammed into a crowd of spectators and race officials, killing seven people and injuring 20 others.
After Verstappen's Chinese GP victory, who can challenge his F1 dominance?
Apr 21, 2024
Red Bull's Max Verstappen is continuously upping his game, and his performance at the Chinese Grand Prix shows he's not slowing down.
Wolff: Verstappen could still leave Red Bull
Apr 21, 2024
Mercedes boss Toto Wolff believes Max Verstappen could still leave Red Bull before the end of his contract due to factors that run deeper than which team has the fastest car.
Zhou on home race: I'm honoured to be here
Apr 21, 2024
Chants of "Guanyu, Guanyu, Guanyu" drowned out all other sound at the Shanghai International Circuit on Sunday as Zhou Guanyu, China's first and only Formula One driver, stepped on to the starting grid ahead of his first Chinese Grand Prix.
Ricciardo on crash: Stroll 'made my blood boil'
Apr 21, 2024
Daniel Ricciardo hit out at Lance Stroll's unapologetic stance on their collision at the Chinese Grand Prix.