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Pens Skid Continues
William Nylander scored 1:00 into overtime, and the Toronto Maple Leafs beat Sidney Crosby and the Pittsburgh Penguins 6-5 on Sunday. Crosby had a goal and two assists for the Penguins. He passed Bobb...
Mar 03, 2025

Sabres Drop Second Consecutive Game
Alex Tuch and Jiri Kulich scored and Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 25 saves for the Sabres, but they fall to the Montreal Canadiens 4-2 Saturday night at Key Bank Center in buffalo. The Sabres have now dr...
Mar 03, 2025

Bonnie Baseball Makes Things Rocky in Tennessee as They Top Their Opponents
Paul Vossen set a new school record for stolen bases in a game as the St. Bonaventure baseball team blew past UT Martin to complete a three-game round robin sweep at Middle Tennessee State in Murfrees...
Mar 03, 2025

Rangers Wrangle Victory from Penguins
Adam Fox scored the go-ahead goal at 11:26 of the third period, J.T. Miller had two goals and the New York Rangers rallied to beat the Pittsburgh Penguins 5-3 on Sunday. Will Cuylle scored on the powe...
Feb 24, 2025

Bonnies Treat Homecoming Crowd to Defeat of Duquesne
In front of a packed house at the Reilly Center, The St. Bonaventure men's basketball team locked down a 70-63 victory Saturday over rival Duquesne, leading nearly wire-to-wire before holding off the ...
Feb 24, 2025
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National Sports
Ole Miss cruises, becomes 7th SEC Sweet 16 team
39 minutes ago
Proud of the way his team battled through a rugged SEC schedule this season, Ole Miss guard Matthew Murrell, after the Rebels secured a berth in the Sweet 16 on Sunday by defeating Iowa State, said his league was "one of the best conferences of all time."
Queen's buzzer shot sends Terrapins to Sweet 16
39 minutes ago
Derik Queen banked in a fadeaway jumper at the buzzer to lift Maryland over Colorado State 72-71 and into the Sweet 16.
'Generational' Betts powers UCLA with 30-14 night
39 minutes ago
Lauren Betts, in leading the Bruins to the Sweet 16 on Sunday, became the first UCLA player to score 30 points and grab at least 10 rebounds in an NCAA tournament game. "She's an absolute generational player," coach Cori Close said.
Poch: U.S. has 'time' to fix issues before World Cup
39 minutes ago
After suffering two defeats in the Concacaf Nations League, United States manager Mauricio Pochettino insisted that his side still has enough time to turn things around before the 2026 World Cup.
Mexico wins 1st Nations League on late penalty
39 minutes ago
Raúl Jiménez scored his second goal on a penalty kick in second-half stoppage time as Mexico beat Panama 2-1 Sunday night at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California, to win the Concacaf Nations League tournament for the first time.
Hurley: UConn's historic run ends with 'honor'
39 minutes ago
UConn coach Dan Hurley said there was "some honor" in the end to UConn's 13-game tournament win streak, which was halted in a narrow loss to Florida on Sunday.
Sources: Texas nearing deal with Xavier's Miller
39 minutes ago
Less than a week after appearing in the First Four of the NCAA tournament, where it lost to Xavier, Texas on Sunday informed coach Rodney Terry that he has been fired, with athletic director Chris Del Conte later saying the decision was "very difficult."
Sources: Curry joining Dubs in Miami; status TBD
39 minutes ago
Warriors star Stephen Curry is traveling to join the team in Miami, and his status for Tuesday's game against the Heat will depend on how his pelvic bruise responds to treatment over the next two days, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.
Men's March Madness Day 4 guide: Analysis, every winner's keys to Sweet 16
1 hour ago
Follow along as the final eight games of the men's opening weekend seal this year's Sweet 16 field.
Women's March Madness Day 3 guide: Analysis and recaps as half of Sweet 16 set
3 hours ago
Half the Sweet 16 is set. No. 5 seeds Tennessee, Ole Miss and Kansas State and a pair of 1-seeds won on Day 3.
Loss to Canada closes out miserable window for Pochettino's USMNT
3 hours ago
The USMNT defense looked helpless in Sunday's Concacaf Nations League defeat to Canada. And has Christian Pulisic run out of gas?
Wisconsin caps one of the best seasons ever with a national title
4 hours ago
The Badgers and coach Mark Johnson know plenty about winning, but they've taken it to another level.
Betting buzz: UConn cover streak, game total bad beat highlight Sunday thriller
6 hours ago
Liam McNeely's last-second three from near half court may have been a bad beat for some bettors.
Refereeing error helps Chelsea claim dramatic win at Man City
4 hours ago
Chelsea took another big step towards the WSL title with a last-gasp 2-1 victory over Manchester City at the Etihad. And they will be thanking the referee.
Marsch sent off during Canada win over USMNT
2 hours ago
Canada coach Jesse Marsch was shown a direct red card during early in the second half of his team's 2-1 Concacaf Nations League third-place match win over the United States on Sunday.
You da' Maignan: 'Difference' in goal, Mbappé says
2 hours ago
France produced a great attacking performance to overturn a two-goal deficit against Croatia and level their Nations League tie on Sunday, but it was keeper Mike Maignan who stole the spotlight with his penalty heroics in a 5-4 shootout victory.
Ball boy hailed as hero as Germany oust Italy
2 hours ago
Germany's 5-4 aggregate win over Italy on Sunday earned them a spot in the Nations League last four and also created an unlikely new hero: a rookie ball boy.
Ronaldo, Portugal roar back to reach UNL semis
2 hours ago
Portugal's Francisco Trincao came off the bench to score twice and Cristiano Ronaldo also netted as they beat Denmark 5-2 after extra time on Sunday for a 5-3 aggregate win that sent them through to the Nations League semi-finals, where they will face...
Juventus sack Motta, hire Tudor after heavy losses
2 hours ago
Juventus have sacked manager Thiago Motta and appointed Igor Tudor, the Serie A club said on Sunday, following two consecutive heavy defeats.
Henderson: Hired a van to watch England at Euros
2 hours ago
Jordan Henderson has revealed that he drove to Germany in a van to watch England at last summer's European Championship final after missing out on a call-up.
Ferrari's Shanghai debacle: Explaining Hamilton, Leclerc DQs
12 hours ago
Why were both Ferraris disqualified in China, and how costly could that be in F1's constructors' title fight?
Kyle Larson takes Homestead, gets 30th career win
7 hours ago
Kyle Larson passed Alex Bowman with six laps remaining in NASCAR's Cup Series race at Homestead-Miami Speedway on Sunday, giving the Hendrick Motorsports driver the 30th win of his career at one of his best tracks.
All-Star to architect: Buster Posey's plan to rebuild the Giants
2 hours ago
The future Hall of Fame catcher turned president of baseball operations has a vision.
What the rest of MLB can learn from the Royals' old-school rotation
2 hours ago
Five guys day in and day out? Sounds like a bygone era. But it worked big-time for the Royals last year.
Road to the men's Frozen Four: Complete schedule, teams at a glance
4 hours ago
Follow the men's hockey tournament from the regionals to Frozen Four and the national title game.
Kansas City Current star Temwa Chawinga looking unstoppable
2 hours ago
ESPN's NWSL Power Rankings are back for another week and the big question is: Can anyone stop the Temwa Chawinga?
Transfer rumors, news: Madrid must choose Vinicius or Rodrygo
2 hours ago
Will Vinícius Júnior or Rodrygo have to leave Real Madrid this summer? Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.
George Foreman beat time by going from humiliation to vindication
14 hours ago
Boxing is full of guys who fought past their primes. What Foreman pulled off was something entirely different.
Jameis Winston signing sets up Giants' next -- and more significant -- QB move
14 hours ago
It's all fine as long as their future franchise quarterback comes in the draft.
NCAA title test: Which women's icons got it done -- and is Paige Bueckers next?
Mar 22, 2025
Here's how women's hoops stars since 2000 chased -- and sometimes captured -- March Madness glory.
Mount St. Mary's HC Donny Lind and son reflect on tourney run
Mar 22, 2025
The Mount St. Mary's head coach addressed reporters with his son, who gave a heartfelt reflection.
Grading MLB's City Connect uniforms: Nats' second set doesn't live up to the first
16 hours ago
From the pastel Padres to the Motor City Tigers and beyond, we break down MLB's City Connect uniforms.
NFL
Sources: Winston joining Giants for 2 years, $8M
16 hours ago
Free-agent quarterback Jameis Winston announced that he has agreed to sign with the Giants.
Sources: Free agent QB Rodgers visits Steelers
16 hours ago
Free agent quarterback Aaron Rodgers visited with the Steelers for approximately six hours at the team's practice facility on Friday, sources tell ESPN.
Saints reunite with WR Cooks on two-year deal
16 hours ago
Free agent receiver Brandin Cooks has signed a two-year deal with the Saints, the team announced Friday.
TE Conklin lands 1-year contract from Chargers
16 hours ago
Veteran tight end Tyler Conklin has agreed to a one-year deal with the Los Angeles Chargers, his agent, Mike McCartney, said Friday.
Texans bolster OL, add T. Brown on 1-year deal
16 hours ago
The Texans and offensive tackle Trent Brown have agreed to a one-year contract worth $3 million. Brown played for the Bengals last season, but he ruptured his patellar tendon in Week 3.
Deebo ready to repay Commanders' 'trust in me'
16 hours ago
After the Washington Commanders traded for him, then guaranteed the last year of his contract, receiver Deebo Samuel said he wants to repay them for believing in him.
Browns add to offensive line with Jenkins deal
16 hours ago
The Browns on Thursday signed free agent guard Teven Jenkins to a contract.
Source: Giants reach deal with WR Zach Pascal
16 hours ago
The Giants have agreed to terms with wide receiver Zach Pascal, a source told ESPN.
Why Micah Parsons isn't the only player Dallas needs to extend this offseason
18 hours ago
Will the Cowboys get ahead of the curve and pay this trio from their 2022 draft class?
Jets find themselves in familiar territory as draft nears
18 hours ago
New York had to decide between filling a hole at tight end or along the offensive line in last year's draft.
Top free agent Stefon Diggs visits New England: Could it be a good fit?
18 hours ago
Diggs visited with the Patriots last week as the team looks for an upgrade at receiver for QB Drake Maye.
NFL experts debate free agency: Which teams took a step backwards in March?
19 hours ago
We asked our experts to weigh in on the best and worst of NFL free agency, including teams trending up or down.
Way-Too-Early look at 2026 NFL free agents: Which playmakers could be available next March?
19 hours ago
Who are the top names to know for next year's NFL free agency? Here's our list of who might be available and has a chance to get paid.
Jameis Winston signing sets up Giants' next -- and more significant -- QB move
19 hours ago
It's all fine as long as their future franchise quarterback comes in the draft.
Lamar Jackson takes role in 'Power Book III: Raising Kanan'
Mar 22, 2025
The Ravens quarterback will play character "E-Tone" in his acting debut.
UFL 2025 guide: Logos, coaches, stadiums and key players for all eight teams
Mar 22, 2025
Here are the teams, coaches and key players who will take the field this month as the UFL begins Season 2.
MLB
From All-Star to architect: How Buster Posey plans to rebuild the Giants
Mar 21, 2025
The future Hall of Fame catcher turned president of baseball operations has a vision to bring baseball glory back to San Francisco.
Ex-Yankees OF Gardner's son, Miller, dies at 14
6 hours ago
Miller Gardner, the 14-year-old son of Brett Gardner, has died, the former Yankees outfielder and his wife, Jessica, announced Sunday.
Rays say ace McClanahan to start season on IL
6 hours ago
Rays ace Shane McClanahan will miss his Opening Day start and begin the season on the injured list with nerve irritation in his triceps.
Braves ship starter Anderson, 26, off to Angels
6 hours ago
The Los Angeles Angels acquired right-handed starter Ian Anderson, a veteran who had a 2.65 ERA and a whopping 18 walks over 17 innings during spring training this year, from the Atlanta Braves on Sunday in a trade for left-hander Jose Suarez.
Giants OF Encarnación to have surgery on hand
6 hours ago
San Francisco Giants outfielder Jerar Encarnación will undergo surgery on his broken left hand Monday.
Twins' INF Lee, P Stewart to begin season on IL
6 hours ago
Twins infielder Brooks Lee and right-handed pitcher Brock Stewart will begin the season on the injured list.
M's cut Haniger, laud 'significant' impact on team
6 hours ago
The Mariners released veteran outfielder Mitch Haniger on Sunday.
Report: Margot, 30, lands 1-year deal with Tigers
6 hours ago
Veteran outfielder Manuel Margot, 30, who was released by the Milwaukee Brewers on Saturday, agreed to a $1.3 million, one-year contract with the Detroit Tigers, a person with knowledge of the situation told The Associated Press on Sunday night.
Orioles SS Henderson remains out, to go on IL
6 hours ago
Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson will begin the season on the injured list, general manager Mike Elias announced.
'An out in three pitches': What the rest of MLB can learn from the Royals' old-school rotation
Mar 22, 2025
Five guys ... making quality starts ... day in and day out? Sounds like a bygone era. But it worked big-time for the Royals last year. Why isn't everyone else doing it?
Grading MLB's City Connect uniforms: Nats' second set doesn't live up to the first
16 hours ago
From the pastel Padres to the Motor City Tigers and beyond, we break down MLB's City Connect uniforms.
Nationals' latest City Connect uniform pays homage to Washington D.C.
16 hours ago
The primarily blue threads will debut on the field against the Phillies on March 29.
Will the White Sox lose 120 games again? Could someone else lose more? What to expect from MLB's worst team
Mar 21, 2025
As the White Sox look to rebound from an all-time bad season, we debate their 2025 outlook.
Fear the Dodgers? Six teams that can take down L.A. in 2025
Mar 19, 2025
We make the case for the biggest threats to MLB's preseason favorite.
Short an ace? In a loaded AL East? Here's why the Orioles think they can win anyway
Mar 21, 2025
Their window is wide-open, but they're 0-5 in October the past two seasons. Are they wasting an opportunity -- or is this their year?
On Dodgers' Japan trip, Shohei Ohtani is everywhere and nowhere
Mar 20, 2025
The star is omnipresent in ads across his home country, but fan fervor keeps the real Ohtani out of sight.
Inside MLB's process of authenticating game-used items
Mar 20, 2025
Since 2001, MLB's authentication team has collected and verified more than 10.5 million items.
Fantasy Forecaster for Week 1: March 27-30
Mar 21, 2025
Set your lineups for the week ahead in fantasy baseball with our forecaster preview, which features pitcher rankings, hitter ratings, schedule observations and more.
Nine potential busts to avoid in 2025
Mar 21, 2025
Who does Tristan H. Cockcroft think will underachieve? Names to steer clear of when drafting rosters.
NBA
Sources: Curry joining Dubs in Miami; status TBD
5 hours ago
Warriors star Stephen Curry is traveling to join the team in Miami, and his status for Tuesday's game against the Heat will depend on how his pelvic bruise responds to treatment over the next two days, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.
Jokic expected back during Nuggets' homestand
5 hours ago
Nikola Jokic, who has been sidelined due to left ankle impingement, plans to return "at some point" during the Nuggets' upcoming five-game homestand, coach Michael Malone said Sunday.
Mavs' Davis nearing return ahead of road trip
5 hours ago
Anthony Davis could be close to returning to the Dallas Mavericks after a six-week injury absence, with the star forward listed as doubtful against the Nets.
Butler shrugs off Miami return: Just 'another game'
5 hours ago
Jimmy Butler called his return to Miami on Tuesday just "another game," shrugging off the notion of any extra emotions tied to the matchup.
Grizz lose Clarke for season due to knee injury
5 hours ago
Grizzlies big man Brandon Clarke is expected to miss the rest of the season after suffering a high-grade PCL sprain in his right knee.
Knicks' Brunson (ankle) out at least 1 more week
5 hours ago
New York veteran Jalen Brunson is doing some work on the court as he recovers from a sprained right ankle that will keep the Knicks All-Star guard out until at least the final two weeks of the regular season.
NBA postseason tracker: Who clinched playoff, play-in spots?
2 hours ago
Tracking which teams have clinched for the playoffs with the 2024-25 NBA regular season nearing its conclusion.
'It's Pop's decision. He's earned that': Inside Gregg Popovich's fight to return to the sideline
Mar 18, 2025
For the first time in 30 years, the legendary coach has been on a different sideline, battling to return to what he once was. This is the story of his season -- and what might come next for the proud franchise he leads.
NBA Power Rankings: Where all 30 teams stand with less than a month left
17 hours ago
As we enter the final stretch of the 2024-25 NBA regular season, let's see where all 30 teams stack up in this week's power rankings.
Celtics top list of most expensive U.S. sports franchise sales
Mar 21, 2025
The Celtics have been sold for $6.1 billion. It's a a North American sports franchise record. Here are others that sold for big money.
NHL
NHL playoff watch: Ranking the top Stanley Cup contenders
15 hours ago
Will the Lightning, Knights (8 p.m., ESPN+) meet again in the Final? Plus, full playoff projections and more.
Road to the men's Frozen Four: Complete schedule, teams at a glance
10 hours ago
Follow the men's hockey tournament from the regionals to Frozen Four and the national title game.
Goalies Kuemper, Swayman nearly fight, Kings win
11 minutes ago
Los Angeles goaltender Darcy Kuemper, and his Boston counterpart Jeremy Swayman, nearly fought on Sunday, before the officials stepped in, an act that was lauded by Kuemper's coach, Jim Hiller, who said "those are some pretty important players."
Hurricanes' Jarvis (head) leaves loss to Kings
19 hours ago
Hurricanes forward Seth Jarvis did not return after sustaining an apparent head injury in the third period of a 7-2 loss to the Kings on Saturday.
Blackhawks' Maroon, 36, will retire after season
Mar 22, 2025
Veteran forward Patrick Maroon, 36, a three-time Stanley Cup champion, said in a pregame television interview before he and the Chicago Blackhawks played at his hometown St. Louis Blues on Saturday that he will retire after this season.
Oilers' McDavid ruled out vs. Kraken, to have MRI
19 hours ago
Oilers superstar captain Connor McDavid will undergo an MRI on Friday, one day after sustaining a lower-body injury in the second period of a 4-3 overtime loss to the Jets.
Ovechkin nets No. 888; Caps clinch playoff berth
19 hours ago
Alex Ovechkin scored his 888th career goal to move seven away from breaking Wayne Gretzky's NHL record.
Oilers' Draisaitl sits out with undisclosed injury
19 hours ago
NHL leading goal-scorer Leon Draisaitl was scratched due to an undisclosed injury in the Edmonton Oilers' home game against the Western Conference-leading Winnipeg Jets on Thursday night.
Sources: U.S. billionaire eyes Houston NHL team
Mar 20, 2025
American billionaire Dan Friedkin has emerged as a strong ownership option to bring the NHL to Houston, sources told ESPN.
How rookie goaltender Dustin Wolf saved the Calgary Flames' season
Mar 21, 2025
The Northern California native, and 214th overall pick in 2019, has his team right in the playoff mix.
NHL Power Rankings: Capitals reign at No. 1, plus pickups for the fantasy playoffs
Mar 21, 2025
As the playoff field solidifies, here's how our panel voted. And here's one fantasy player to target per team.
Canadiens' Brendan Gallagher, fan connect over jersey honoring his late mother
Mar 22, 2025
After his mother's death, Gallagher is set to receive his "Hockey Fights Cancer" jersey back from a fan.
Countdown to 894: The Alex Ovechkin goal-scoring tracker
Mar 21, 2025
Follow along as the Capitals star chases down Wayne Gretzky's record, including highlights of each goal and the upcoming schedule.
Every way to bet on Alex Ovechkin's goals record chase
Mar 21, 2025
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.
Wisconsin caps one of the best seasons ever with a national title
5 hours ago
The Badgers and coach Mark Johnson know plenty about winning, but they've taken it to another level.
Weekly picks: Playoff pickups and hot forwards
Mar 17, 2025
A number of promising pickups are on waiver wires in fantasy hockey leagues. Here are players to add this week.
2024-25 broadcast schedule of NHL games on ESPN, ABC, ESPN+ and Hulu
19 hours ago
The 2024-25 season is here. Get the full listing of exclusive games on ESPN networks, and info on how to subscribe to ESPN+.
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Motorsports
Is the 2025 field the most talented NASCAR has ever seen?
Mar 21, 2025
Twenty-five drivers in the 2025 NASCAR field have won Cup Series races, making it arguably the deepest ever.
Bell returned to the dirt. Now no one in NASCAR can stop him
Mar 12, 2025
After his team-imposed ban on dirt racing was lifted, Christopher Bell is back enjoying the hobby he loves, and his NASCAR form has never been better.
Vasseur: Out of context radio messages 'a joke'
Mar 24, 2025
Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur has labelled Formula 1's select broadcasting of team radio messages "a joke" after a false narrative emerged around Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc swapping positions at the Chinese Grand Prix.
Red Bull refuses to rule out Lawson-Tsunoda swap
16 hours ago
Christian Horner has refused to confirm whether under-pressure Liam Lawson will still be driving for Red Bull at the next round of the Formula 1 season in Japan.
Doohan accrues 4 penalty points at Chinese GP
17 hours ago
Australian Formula 1 rookie Jack Doohan has yet to score a regular point from his three races to date but the Alpine driver left the Chinese Grand Prix with four penalty points on his super-licence.
Ferrari takes blame for double DQ 'mistakes'
16 hours ago
Ferrari had "no intention to gain any advantage" at the Chinese Grand Prix but has admitted its "mistakes" led to a double post-race disqualification for Charles Leclerc and Lewis Hamilton on Sunday.
Norris 'lucky' to finish in China after brakes went
18 hours ago
McLaren's Lando Norris said he was lucky to finish Sunday's Chinese Grand Prix, and stretch his Formula 1 championship lead to eight points, after a brake problem became critical in the closing stages.
Leclerc, Hamilton, Gasly DQ'd from Chinese GP
16 hours ago
Lewis Hamilton, Charles Leclerc and Pierre Gasly have all been disqualified from the results of the Chinese Grand Prix after technical infringements were found on their cars in post-race checks.
Piastri wins Chinese GP, leads McLaren 1-2 finish
19 hours ago
Oscar Piastri beat teammate Lando Norris to victory at the Chinese Grand Prix as McLaren continued to look a cut above the competition at the second round of the new Formula 1 season.
Ferrari's Shanghai debacle: Explaining Hamilton, Leclerc DQs from Chinese GP
12 hours ago
Why were both Ferraris disqualified in China, and how costly could that be in F1's constructors' title fight?
FIA, F1 in talks over V10 engines for 2028
23 hours ago
The FIA is in talks with Formula 1 teams and engine manufacturers about introducing a new V10 engine formula, possibly as early as 2028.
Ferrari's Hamilton back in winning mindset
Mar 22, 2025
Lewis Hamilton has said he is back in a winning mindset after taking his first Ferrari victory in Saturday's sprint race at the Chinese Grand Prix.
Norris takes blame for P3: 'Too many mistakes'
Mar 22, 2025
Lando Norris took the blame for missing out on a place on the front row of the grid at the Chinese Grand Prix, saying he made "too many mistakes" during qualifying.
Tsunoda '100%' ready for Lawson, Red Bull switch
Mar 22, 2025
Yuki Tsunoda feels "100%" ready to replace under-pressure Liam Lawson at Red Bull, and would be happy to do so from the next round in Japan if necessary.
Williams fined for Chinese GP camera breach
Mar 22, 2025
Formula 1 stewards fined Williams €50,000 ($54,070) on Saturday, with €40,000 suspended, for a breach of the rules concerning on-car cameras at the Chinese Grand Prix.