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Chiefs, Bills Trade Spots in Draft
The Kansas City Chiefs got a big boost in the first round of the draft when the Chiefs traded up four spots with the Buffalo Bills to select Texas wide receiver Xavier Worthy, who set a scouting combi...
Apr 26, 2024
WESB Legend Announcing at Bradford Little League Parade
The Bradford Regional Little League will be holding a parade on Main Street Saturday. The Lineup starts at noon in the Best Western parking lot, and the parade kicks off at 1pm. WESB Sports Legend Fra...
Apr 25, 2024
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
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National Sports
Biggest post-draft questions for all 32 teams
8 minutes ago
The draft is over, but can the rookies make an impact? We answer lingering questions for all 32 teams.
Sources: Elliott expected to return to Cowboys
1 hour ago
Ezekiel Elliott is expected to agree to a one-year deal Monday with the Cowboys, sources told ESPN.
Wolves coach Finch injured in sideline collision
Apr 29, 2024
Timberwolves coach Chris Finch was helped off the court late in his team's series-clinching win over the Suns with a ruptured patellar tendon in his right knee after Mike Conley collided with him on the sideline.
Suns' firepower can't overcome 'details' in sweep
1 hour ago
"Roster-wise, everybody talks about the firepower, but you look around the league: It comes down to the details," Suns guard Devin Booker said after his team was swept out of the playoffs by the Timberwolves.
Embiid: Knicks fans' invasion of Philly 'not OK'
1 hour ago
Sixers superstar Joel Embiid expressed disappointment at hearing so many Knicks fans inside his home arena Sunday.
Struggling Luka: Feel like I'm letting Kyrie down
1 hour ago
Luka Doncic, who is struggling by his MVP-candidate standards while dealing with a sore knee, blamed himself after the Mavs came up short Sunday.
Memo: MLB uniforms to change after complaints
1 hour ago
Major League Baseball plans to address its uniform fiasco after changes this spring to the standard jerseys and pants led to widespread complaints from players and fans, according to a memo obtained Sunday night by ESPN.
Texans WR Dell has minor wound from shooting
1 hour ago
Texans wide receiver Tank Dell sustained a minor gunshot wound in a shooting in Sanford, Florida, on Saturday night, the team said in a statement Sunday.
Longtime friends McIlroy, Lowry team for Zurich win
1 hour ago
Rory McIlroy and Shane Lowry won the Zurich Classic of New Orleans team event Sunday, beating Chad Ramey and Martin Trainer with a par on the first hole of a playoff.
Why no NBA team has been as devoid of options as the Phoenix Suns
Apr 29, 2024
On the heels of a sweep, the present and future are bleak in Phoenix. Where do the hampered Suns possibly go from here?
What has stood out so far during the NBA playoffs?
6 minutes ago
We're more than a week into the 2024 NBA playoffs, so let's take a look at how these first-round series are playing out and where they are going.
Battle for the AL East! Why Yanks-O's is the week's biggest series
2 hours ago
Arguably the two best teams in the AL meet for the first time this week. Here's what we're most excited to see.
Parker had 'it factor': What legend's retirement means for WNBA, Aces
17 hours ago
Candace Parker was one of the biggest names in basketball for two decades, and her career was defined not just by titles and awards, but by influence.
'This year is going to be much better': At rainy spring game, fan optimism remains for Deion, Colorado
Apr 29, 2024
At the Buffaloes' cold, rainy spring game, Colorado players, fans and Coach Prime himself projected confidence about the future.
Rúben Amorim is one of the best young coaches around. So why didn't Liverpool or Barça hire him?
Apr 29, 2024
A week ago, Sporting CP coach Rúben Amorim was the leading candidate to replace Jürgen Klopp at Liverpool. Now, his future is increasingly uncertain.
Should Spurs have been given a penalty and Arsenal's second goal disallowed?
25 minutes ago
Should Tottenham have been awarded a penalty at a crucial stage against Arsenal? And was the VAR right to disallow Chelsea's late winner at Aston Villa?
Kane vs. Bellingham: A new chapter in epic Bayern-Madrid rivalry
25 minutes ago
England teammates Harry Kane and Jude Bellingham will clash in a new instalment of one of Europe's greatest rivalries: Bayern Munich vs. Real Madrid.
NWSL Power Rankings: Kansas City Current still top, Orlando Pride keep climbing
Apr 29, 2024
The KC Current's excellent form continued with a big win at Angel City this weekend, which keeps them atop our latest NWSL Power Rankings.
7 things from women's soccer: Barça, Lyon book UWCL final rematch; Roma reign in Serie A
1 hour ago
Lyon and Barcelona both dug in over the weekend to secure away wins that set up a third Champions League final between the two sides in six years.
Hamlin holds off Larson to snag Cup win at Dover
12 hours ago
Denny Hamlin won the NASCAR Cup race by about a quarter of a second Sunday, after calling his shot ahead of Dover.
NFL draft: Fantasy football analysis of Rounds 1-3
1 hour 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.
LIVE Transfer Talk: Arsenal, Man United want Palace's Guehi
13 hours ago
Manchester United and Arsenal will battle it out for the signature of Crystal Palace centre-back Marc Guehi. Transfer Talk is LIVE with the latest.
Women's transfer rankings: The top 25 players on the move
Apr 27, 2024
More than 1,100 names are in the transfer portal. Who are the top players looking for a new school?
NFL
Big takeaways from the NFL draft: Luxury picks, QB moves and the Chiefs get richer
8 hours ago
What did we learn? A look at the QB frenzy, surprising picks and (already good) teams that improved.
Sources: Elliott expected to return to Cowboys
2 hours ago
Ezekiel Elliott is expected to agree to a one-year deal Monday with the Cowboys, sources told ESPN.
Texans WR Dell has minor wound from shooting
2 hours ago
Texans wide receiver Tank Dell sustained a minor gunshot wound in a shooting in Sanford, Florida, on Saturday night, the team said in a statement Sunday.
Former Jets OT Becton to join Eagles, agents say
2 hours ago
Offensive tackle Mekhi Becton, a former first-round draft pick of the Jets, plans to sign a one-year deal worth up to $5.5 million with the Eagles, his agents told ESPN.
Morris: Cousins doesn't have to worry about Penix
2 hours ago
Coach Raheem Morris says Kirk Cousins will not have to "look over his shoulder" as the starting quarterback in the wake of the Falcons drafting Michael Penix Jr.
Chiefs to eye stadium options beyond Arrowhead
2 hours ago
The Chiefs are looking at options beyond renovating Arrowhead Stadium as they search for a home beyond the expiration of their lease after 2030.
Eagles tie NFL draft record by making 8 trades
2 hours ago
The Eagles tied an NFL record for most trades in a seven-round draft with eight, joining the 2023 Texans and 2018 Patriots.
QB Milton goes to Pats, says TE move not in cards
2 hours ago
With the Patriots drafting Drake Maye and then Joe Milton III, it marks just the second time in team history that they have selected two quarterbacks in a draft. The other time came in 1983 with Tony Eason and Tom Ramsey.
Key to 'lean into' Mr. Irrelevant label with Jets
2 hours ago
Alabama safety Jaylen Key said he's going to "lean into" the Mr. Irrelevant title after he was picked last on Day 3 of the NFL draft by the Jets.
How might the Cowboys use Ezekiel Elliott in 2024?
Apr 29, 2024
After spending last season in New England, Elliott is expected to return to Dallas for 2024.
Post-NFL draft questions for all 32 teams: Can Jets protect Aaron Rodgers? How soon will rookie QBs play?
2 hours ago
The 2024 NFL draft is over, but can the rookies make an impact? We answer lingering questions for all 32 teams.
What surprised execs about the draft's 14-pick offensive flurry ... and what didn't
2 hours ago
The first round had a lot to do with quarterback value, but insiders see an anomaly more than a trend.
Rams hope they drafted the right 'unit' to replace Aaron Donald
2 hours ago
The Rams used four of their first six 2024 NFL draft picks to shore up their defensive line.
NFL Nation sizes up every 2024 NFL draft selection
15 hours ago
Get insights on all 32 teams' draft picks and trades from our NFL Nation reporters.
NFL draft: Fantasy football analysis of Rounds 1-3
1 hour 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.
MLB
Battle for the AL East! Why Yanks-O's is the week's biggest series
1 hour ago
Arguably the two best teams in the AL meet for the first time this week. Here's what we're most excited to see.
Memo: MLB uniforms to change after complaints
1 hour ago
Major League Baseball plans to address its uniform fiasco after changes this spring to the standard jerseys and pants led to widespread complaints from players and fans, according to a memo obtained Sunday night by ESPN.
Inside job: Langford rushes home for 1st MLB HR
1 hour ago
Wyatt Langford's first big league homer was a memorable sprint around the bases for the promising Rangers rookie.
Crew chief: Missed interference call on Judge slide
1 hour ago
Aaron Judge should have been called for interference for his slide on a botched double-play attempt that sparked New York's winning rally Sunday at Milwaukee, crew chief Andy Fletcher acknowledged after the Yankees' 15-5 victory.
O's Kimbrel exits with tight back after blown save
1 hour ago
Orioles manager Brandon Hyde said he doesn't know how much time, if any, closer Craig Kimbrel will miss because of back tightness that led to his exit Sunday.
Marlins OF Garcia put on IL with hamstring injury
1 hour ago
The Marlins placed right fielder Avisail Garcia on the 10-day injured list with a left hamstring strain.
Strained forearm lands Cubs lefty Wicks on IL
1 hour ago
The Chicago Cubs placed left-hander Jordan Wicks on the 15-day injured list on Sunday with a strained forearm.
Red Sox swing deal with Cubs for 1B Cooper
1 hour ago
The Boston Red Sox acquired first baseman Garrett Cooper from the Chicago Cubs on Saturday for cash considerations.
‘There's a common theme with all these guys that are going down’: Pitchers weigh in on MLB’s injury epidemic
Apr 26, 2024
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.
NBA
What has stood out so far during the NBA playoffs?
Apr 29, 2024
We're more than a week into the 2024 NBA playoffs, so let's take a look at how these first-round series are playing out and where they are going.
Wolves coach Finch injured in sideline collision
1 hour ago
Timberwolves coach Chris Finch was helped off the court late in his team's series-clinching win over the Suns with a ruptured patellar tendon in his right knee after Mike Conley collided with him on the sideline.
Suns' firepower can't overcome 'details' in sweep
1 hour ago
"Roster-wise, everybody talks about the firepower, but you look around the league: It comes down to the details," Suns guard Devin Booker said after his team was swept out of the playoffs by the Timberwolves.
Embiid: Knicks fans' invasion of Philly 'not OK'
1 hour ago
Sixers superstar Joel Embiid expressed disappointment at hearing so many Knicks fans inside his home arena Sunday.
Struggling Luka: Feel like I'm letting Kyrie down
1 hour ago
Luka Doncic, who is struggling by his MVP-candidate standards while dealing with a sore knee, blamed himself after the Mavs came up short Sunday.
Brunson to bask in record G4 effort 'when I retire'
1 hour ago
Jalen Brunson scored a Knicks playoff-record 47 points Sunday to propel New York to a 3-1 series lead over Philadelphia.
Stars shine in Clips-Mavs classic: 'It was a show'
1 hour ago
Paul George and James Harden each scored 33 points, outdueling Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving as the Clippers topped the Mavericks 116-111 to even this best-of-seven series at 2.
Injuries, ejection put Bucks on brink of early exit
1 hour ago
The Bucks were without Giannis Antetokounmpo, Damian Lillard and then the ejected Bobby Portis on Sunday night, which spelled trouble in what ultimately was a 126-113 loss to the Pacers that put them one loss away from elimination.
Nuggets' Murray (calf) questionable for Game 5
1 hour ago
Nuggets point guard Jamal Murray's playing status is in jeopardy for Game 5 of their playoff series against the Lakers on Monday night after he was listed as questionable on the injury report because of a left calf strain.
'I showed them': Edwards' 40 caps sweep of Suns
Apr 29, 2024
Anthony Edwards scored 40 points, and the Wolves pulled away late to sweep the Suns.
Why no NBA team has been as devoid of options as the Phoenix Suns
Apr 29, 2024
Never has a team been this devoid of options to alter their roster going into an offseason. And that doesn't even include the future of coach Frank Vogel.
Thunder's Daigneault named NBA's Coach of Year
1 hour ago
With his team leading its first-round series 3-0, Oklahoma City Thunder coach Mark Daigneault was named the NBA's Coach of the Year on Sunday night, finishing ahead of Orlando Magic coach Jamahl Mosley and Minnesota Timberwolves coach Chris Finch.
Dawn Staley, Allen Iverson lead celebrity cameos during 2024 NBA playoffs
5 hours ago
From Selena Gomez to Caitlin Clark, check out who's been on the sidelines during the 2024 NBA playoffs.
Luka Doncic's Camaro-teased new Jordan 'Luka 3s' leads NBA kicks of the week
5 hours ago
Luka Doncic's "Midnight Racer" Luka 3's lead LeBron James, Jalen Brunson and more in NBA kicks of the week.
NHL
Fire and flops: Six Stanley Cup playoff teams that are either impressing or disappointing
Apr 29, 2024
The Golden Knights are showing why they're the defending champs. The Maple Leafs are struggling to score. Let's evaluate the Stanley Cup playoffs so far.
Ovechkin shoulders the 'blame' for Capitals' ouster
13 minutes ago
Washington Capitals captain Alex Ovechkin, 38, took the blame for his team's opening round sweep at the hands of the No. 1 seed New York Rangers on Sunday night, the first time the star winger ever went scoreless in a postseason series.
Rangers polish off Caps for first sweep since '07
8 hours ago
Artemi Panarin scored the go-ahead goal on the power play early in the third, and the Rangers advanced to the second round by finishing off a sweep of the Capitals with a 4-2 victory in Game 4. They'll await the Hurricanes-Islanders winner.
3-1 Canucks earn 3rd win with 3rd different goalie
11 hours ago
The Canucks on Sunday became only the second team in NHL history to have three different goalies win each of their first three games in a postseason.
'Self-inflicted' issues doom Jets as Avs win Game 4
12 hours ago
The Winnipeg Jets are on the verge of elimination in five games in the first round of the playoffs for the second straight postseason. "The problems are self-inflicted," coach Rick Bowness said.
Kings give nod to goalie Rittich for G4 vs. Oilers
11 hours ago
David Rittich started in goal for the Kings in Game 4 of their first-round Stanley Cup playoff series against the Oilers on Sunday night.
Matthews still ill with Leafs on brink of elimination
18 hours ago
Maple Leafs forward Auston Matthews is still feeling the effects of an illness that forced him from the third period of Toronto's 3-1 loss in Game 4.
Kovalenko makes Avs debut during playoff run
16 hours ago
Avalanche forward Nikolai Kovalenko made his NHL debut in Game 4 against the Jets.
Keys to offseason: What's next for Caps after being swept by Rangers
2 hours ago
We explore the next moves each team should make this summer and forecast its 2024-25 outlook.
Stanley Cup Playoffs Central: Bracket, schedule, game previews for the NHL's postseason
Apr 29, 2024
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.
NHL playoffs MVP, Conn Smythe Trophy betting odds
Apr 29, 2024
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
Apr 29, 2024
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.
McLaren drops injured IndyCar driver Malukas
Apr 29, 2024
IndyCar driver David Malukas was released by Arrow McLaren after missing his fourth race of the season because of injuries sustained in a mountain bike crash.
Penske's McLaughlin gets 'emotional' win at Barber
15 hours ago
Scott McLaughlin gave Team Penske a much-needed triumph Sunday, just days after IndyCar erased Josef Newgarden's victory and disqualified McLaughlin from the season opener.
Larson undaunted by Indy 500-NASCAR attempt
Apr 27, 2024
Kyle Larson will become the fifth driver in history to attempt to complete "The Double" by racing 1,100 miles in one day, starting with the Indianapolis 500, and followed by the Coca-Cola 600.
DQ'd Newgarden: Didn't know rules were broken
Apr 26, 2024
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
Apr 26, 2024
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.