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MMA pound-for-pound rankings: Grasso secures her position in women's top 10
Former UFC flyweight champion breaks a tie in the ESPN P4P rankings with spectacular knockout.
The new aces? Five pitchers poised for a breakout season
Tristan H. Cockcroft takes a look at five pitchers who are likely to be on many a fantasy championship roster.
Italy only have themselves to blame for missing World Cup
We don't need think pieces or inquests into Italy's failure to qualify for a third straight World Cup; in the end, it came down to bad decisions and bad performances like it always does.
How to bet the Valero Texas Open: Is this the week to back Jordan Spieth?
All of the traits that bettors should be looking for at the Valero Texas Open, and the best bets to make.
Ranking all 48 teams that can win the 2026 World Cup
We have the final 48 teams that can win the FIFA World Cup this summer. Let's go through them all and rank where they stand.
One thing to know about each World Cup team
The FIFA World Cup lineup is complete as all 48 teams are now confirmed. But what's one thing you need to know about each nation?
Player ratings: Pulisic 3/10 in USMNT's disappointing loss to Portugal
Christian Pulisic struggled to make the most of numerous chances as the U.S. stumbled to another loss with the World Cup just around the corner.
Should the USMNT be concerned about Pulisic's goal drought?
Roberto Martinez may think that it is "worthless" to read into any results ahead of the World Cup, but alarm bells must surely be ringing in the USMNT camp over Christian Pulisic's 14-match goal drought.
NBA Power Rankings: What to watch over the final two weeks for all 30 teams
With just a handful of matchups left for each team in the regular season, where do all 30 teams land in this week's Power Rankings?
Draymond Green reflects on his future amid uncertainty in Golden State
As the Warriors face another season lost to injuries, Green confronts an uncertain future.
NBA playoff watch: Wemby, Spurs look to stay hot
San Antonio will try to keep pace with OKC. Plus, updated playoff projections, draft lottery standings after Tuesday.
Solak's favorite NFL draft prospects to watch at every position: The best tape in the class
NFL scouts are watching a lot of tape as we get ready for the 2026 draft. Which underrated players jump off the screen? Ben Solak fills out his All-Film team.
Best team fits for 20 draft prospects: We found matches for Mansoor Delane and more
We took 20 NFL draft prospects who could get picked in Rounds 1 and 2 and found ideal scheme matches based on what each player does best.
MLB starting pitcher rankings: Who are baseball's 11 true aces -- and who just misses the cut?
Who is the sport's most dominant pitcher right now? We rank the elite, with the help of MLB scouts and execs.
Who is ACTUALLY more valuable: Aaron Judge or Shohei Ohtani? We did the math
They're the unquestioned top two superstars in baseball, so we broke down their value to determine which MVP reigns supreme.
Women's Final Four preview and predictions: Which teams will win in the semifinals?
Here's how UConn, UCLA, South Carolina and Texas can win the 2026 NCAA title, and what might derail them.
Ranking every starter in the men's Final Four
Arizona, Michigan, UConn and Illinois each have a representative in the top five -- but one semifinalist has two.
'There's not one path': The unexpected rise of Keaton Wagler at Illinois
The Fighting Illini star has ascended toward the top of a historically talented freshman class.
Wetzel: Why Big Ten men's hoops dominance might be here to stay
A title wouldn't give the Big Ten men's hoops dominance to go with football, but it would be a big step.
Six free agency options for LeBron, according to NBA coaches, execs and scouts
Lakers? Cavs? Warriors? A wild card? Before LeBron makes his decision this summer, sources around the league weigh in.
UFL Power Rankings: Which Week 1 winner tops the list, plus each team's MVP
The first UFL Power Rankings feature familiar teams at the top and include each team's Week 1 MVP.
NHL playoff watch: How many California teams will make the playoffs?
The Ducks, Sharks and Kings are all in action Wednesday. Plus, full playoff projections, draft lottery standings and more.
Chris Pronger on Auston Matthews hit, future of NHL Player Safety
The Hall of Fame defenseman gives his take on the latest hot topics around hockey.
Tiger stepping away from golf to seek treatment
In a statement four days after his arrest in Florida, Tiger Woods said Tuesday he is "committed to taking the time needed to return to a healthier, stronger, and more focused place, both personally and professionally."
Out like a lion: Luka ends March with 600 points
Luka Doncic had his third straight 40-point game, lifting his March scoring total to 600 points and adding to a strong month for the Lakers, who finished with a 15-2 record.
Italy miss out on 3rd straight WC in shootout loss
Italy has missed out on a third-consecutive World Cup after losing to Bosnia and Herzegovina in a penalty shootout on Tuesday in Zenica.
Hurley: I thought ref was looking to chest-bump
UConn coach Dan Hurley downplayed his bizarre interaction with an official at the end of Sunday's NCAA tournament victory against Duke, saying he thought the referee was looking to "chest-bump me to celebrate."
With lockout possible, MLBPA war chest at $415M
MLB players have accumulated $415 million in U.S. Treasury securities, cash and other investments as they prepare for the possibility of an extended lockout when the CBA expires on Dec. 1.
📉 2026 Pain Index: Where does Duke's loss rank?
Some losses are understandable in the NCAA tournament. Others will haunt us forever (see: Duke). We rank them all.
Portugal outclasses U.S. amid Pulisic goal drought
Expert recap and game analysis of the United States vs. Portugal International Friendly game from March 31, 2026 on ESPN.
Goodell backs Rooney Rule amid litigation threat
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell says he believes the Rooney Rule is "consistent" with hiring laws after recently being threatened by Florida's attorney general with potential civil litigation if the rule was not eliminated.
Ump Bucknor in spotlight again after missed call
Umpire C.B. Bucknor, who had the poorest results among umpires in MLB's new ABS system last weekend, had another call overturned at first base during Tuesday's Brewers-Rays game.
Inside Eagles' 2025 friction as Jalen Hurts stands at crossroads
ESPN pulls back the curtain on what's ailing a star-studded Eagles offense, one in which their QB must evolve.
Transfer rumors, news: Real Madrid eye Liverpool's Ekitike over Haaland
Liverpool forward Hugo Ekitike has emerged as an attractive option for Real Madrid. Transfer Talk has the latest.
What we heard at the 2026 annual league meeting: Last-minute buzz from more than 25 NFL teams
The NFL's annual league meeting wrapped up Tuesday, and 30 of our reporters shared all the buzz from Phoenix.
18-game regular season? Mixed reaction by NFL owners, coaches
Colts, Chiefs, Browns and Patriots owners among those talking about the feasibility of expanding the schedule.
How a surprise call led to 'dream' St. Brown homecoming in Germany
When Detroit plays its international game in Munich next season, it will mark a dream fulfilled for the Lions WR.
'That's like Miami Bron': LeBron James confirms breaking driveway backboard vs. Bronny
LeBron James wasn't letting a younger Bronny James have a shot at a win, and he broke a backboard in the process.
MLB awards: Judge and Ohtani once again favored to win MVP honors
Who are the favorites to win seasonlong honors? Here are the odds for MVP, Cy Young and Rookie of the Year in the AL and NL.
2026 rankings: Profiling the top 35 QBs
Mike Clay delivers bite-sized but detailed breakdowns of his top 35 quarterbacks for 2026.
Week 8 Top 25 and how to watch
Check out our Top 25 poll, plus the player of the week.
Closer stock watch: Don't run from Carlos Estevez just yet
Everything fantasy baseball managers need to know about which closers should be added, dropped and more.
Boxing divisional rankings: Moses Itauma crashes into heavyweight top 5
Moses Itauma disposed of Jermaine Franklin Jr. to move up at heavyweight. Here are the latest ESPN divisional rankings.
MMA divisional rankings: Grasso, Pyfer elevate their standing in knockout performances
Here's a look at every weight class to determine the best of the best in UFC, PFL and beyond.
Top newcomers for Notre Dame and every Big Ten team; what coaches, GMs are saying
Which new faces in the league will make the biggest impact for each school?
Transfer rumors, news: Real Madrid eye Fernandez if Rodri pursuit fails
Enzo Fernández is on Real Madrid's shortlist, plus RB Leipzig could yet tempt Liverpool-linked winger Yan Diomande to stay. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Yanks go 5-for-5 on ABS challenges; Boone irked
The Yankees won all five of their challenges utilizing the automated ball-strike system during Monday night's game against the Mariners.
S. Carolina into sixth straight Final Four over TCU
South Carolina walloped TCU on Monday night to return to the Final Four for the sixth year in a row as just the second team to do so in NCAA history.
Wemby posts 3rd-fastest double-double since '97
Victor Wembanyama had a season-high 41 points and 16 rebounds while collecting the third-fastest double-double since 1997-98 in the Spurs' win Monday.
Lakers' Redick stumps for Doncic to be NBA MVP
Coach JJ Redick says that if Luka Doncic and the Lakers close out the regular season as hot as they've been, Doncic should be named the NBA's MVP.
SGA on MVP chatter: 'I let my game do the talking'
Calling the discourse around NBA MVP "good chatter," Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander nevertheless declined to weigh in himself, saying, "No, I'm good. Thanks for asking, though. ... I let my game do the talking."
'Nature calls': Edwards misses tipoff in return
Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards missed the start of Monday night's game in his return from a six-game absence because he had to go to the bathroom.
Women's March Madness 2026: Ranking the Final Four
No. 1 seeds UConn, UCLA, Texas and South Carolina head to the Final Four for the second consecutive year.
Bulls waive guard Ivey after anti-gay comments
The Chicago Bulls waived guard Jaden Ivey after his recent anti-gay comments amid several rants on religion and other topics.
Texas returns to Final Four with rout of Michigan
No. 1 seed Texas continued what has been a drama-free NCAA tournament run with a 77-41 victory over 2-seed Michigan on Monday to reach the Final Four for the second year in a row.
49ers HC, owner deliver mixed signals on Aiyuk
49ers coach Kyle Shanahan and owner Jed York delivered differing messages on Brandon Aiyuk's future Monday.
Ravens blame 'slow news cycle' for Crosby fallout
Ravens team president Sashi Brown said Monday that the rescinding of the Maxx Crosby trade won't negatively affect the team's reputation, chalking up the criticism to "a slow news cycle."
Haslam: Watson has 'great chance' to be QB1
One year after calling the trade for Deshaun Watson a "big swing-and-miss," Browns owner Jimmy Haslam said the quarterback has a "fresh start" with new coach Todd Monken.
Leafs, on brink of elimination, fire GM Treliving
Toronto fired general manager Brad Treliving on Monday, with the team set to miss the playoffs for the first time since 2016-17.
Rams explored trading Adams, decided against it
Rams coach Sean McVay acknowledged that the team explored the possibility of trading wide receiver Davante Adams but ultimately decided it wasn't what was best for the team.
U.S. considering tactic shift to get Pulisic on track
United States coach Mauricio Pochettino said he's considering some tactical tweaks to help get star attacker Christian Pulisic back to his best in front of the goal.
🤔 What's next for Duke, eliminated men's teams?
With NCAA tournament runs over for key programs, here's how next season is taking shape.
Passan: How ball-strike challenge rule is rocking baseball -- and who is using it best (and worst)
Baseball's new ABS system is the talk of the sport. We hand out awards after the first weekend of the rule.
A historic rookie class? Is Trout back? 10 things we learned from opening weekend
From early trends to the most -- and least -- surprising performances, this is what stood out from baseball's return.
Women's Elite Eight: Live updates and analysis
Texas clinched its Final Four spot. Will South Carolina or TCU join the Longhorns? Follow along as we cover the Elite Eight.
What's next for Michigan, Duke and Notre Dame after Elite Eight exits?
After Elite Eight losses, what are the portal priorities for Michigan, Duke and Notre Dame?
Are tight ends making a first-round comeback? Why top NFL draft prospect Kenyon Sadiq could be next in line
Colston Loveland and Tyler Warren set the bar high last year, and Oregon's Kenyon Sadiq has a shot to reach it.
Keeping Colts in the family: Why Irsay sisters are shunning private equity (for now)
Renovations to Lucas Oil Stadium will be costly, and Irsay-Gordon acknowledged diversified funding could help.
Ranking the top Stanley Cup playoff bandwagons for ousted fans
For the 16 fan bases whose team doesn't make it, here's a guide on who they should root for.
Miller’s new NFL mock draft: Seven full rounds of projections, from first overall to Mr. Irrelevant
Matt Miller predicted every pick in the 2026 NFL draft, from the Raiders' selection at No. 1 to the Broncos' Mr. Irrelevant slot at the end of Round 7.
Sabalenka excels, Sinner back on track and more takeaways from Indian Wells and Miami Open
The Sunshine Swing is complete -- who are the big winners? Who surprised? We break it all down.
MMA heavyweight madness: Which big fella would win a 16-man tournament?
In a 16-fighter, NCAA tournament-style bracket, which MMA heavyweight would come out on top?
Why new rules have Max Verstappen on the brink of walking away from F1
Max Verstappen predicted F1's new rule set would underwhelm, and 2026 is proving him correct, so much so that he might just quit the sport entirely.
Future of Giannis and Ja, and the big questions facing every NBA lottery team
With 10 NBA teams already eyeing the offseason, Bobby Marks examines each front office's biggest priority.
Kryptonite for 10 NBA title contenders: Which weaknesses could sink playoff teams?
We evaluated every playoff contender's biggest weaknesses, how it will impact the postseason and which team is best positioned to exploit them.
McDonald's All American girls' game: Saniyah Hall vs. Jerzy Robinson, more to watch
From schedules to rosters to the elite one-on-one matchups, here is everything to know about the girls' All-Star game.
Previewing the McDonald's All American boys' game: Stokes vs. Branch, more to watch
From schedules to rosters, to the elite one-on-one matchups, everything to know about the boys' all-star game.
Tudor's disastrous six-week stint has left Spurs even closer to relegation. What happened?
Igor Tudor will be remembered at Tottenham Hotspur as the firefighter who used gasoline instead of water. That's if he's remembered at all.
Women's tourney: UConn odds-on title favorite as UCLA survives Duke scare
Odds for each remaining team to advance and to win the 2026 women's college basketball championship.
Men's tournament first bets for the semifinals: Slow start for Michigan and Arizona?
Taking a look at early lines, which bets stand out as potential values ahead of the tournament's round of four?
2026 World Cup playoffs: Predicting who will claim the final six places
The last six World Cup berths will be decided on Tuesday in six winner-take-all games. Which teams will complete the lineup for this summer's finals?
Early Men's Final Four preview: Arizona-Michigan, UConn-Illinois predictions
Who will cut down the nets in Indianapolis? Here's an early look at the national semifinals.
Men's March Madness 2026: Ranking the Final Four teams
Four teams will play for it all next weekend. Let's rank Michigan, Arizona, Illinois and UConn one final time.
How has USMNT player pool evolved since 2022, and what does it mean for World Cup?
It's been a weird four-year World Cup cycle for the USMNT, but heading into 2026, how well is this team set up for success this year and in 2030?
'We have the same agent': Nikola Jokic jokes after Caitlin Clark's praise
According to Jokic, the explanation behind Clark's high praise for him Sunday night is simple: The two share an agent.
News to know: Wetherholt's weekend warrants your attention
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.
Draft guide: Rankings, tips, strategy, stats and more
All the rankings, projections, cheat sheets, strategy and analysis you need for the 2026 fantasy baseball season.
Transfer rumors, news: De Zerbi open to Spurs managerial job
Roberto De Zerbi could reportedly be the next Tottenham coach. Transfer Talk has the latest.
WNBA's CBA: 10 biggest wins from new agreement
The CBA permanently and positively changes the WNBA's landscape. These are the wins, biggest strides and areas of compromise.
Championship Finals: Underdog Team Stuns Favorites in Overtime Thriller
In one of the most dramatic finishes in recent memory, the eighth-seeded team completed their Cinderella run with a stunning overtime victory in the national championship.
Peyton Manning: Pat Summitt changed my life
Legendary NFL quarterback Peyton Manning recounts a career-changing meeting with Pat Summitt that he credits for sparking a lifelong friendship.
Professional Athletes Launch Mental Health Initiative for Youth Sports
A coalition of top professional athletes announced a comprehensive program to address mental health challenges facing young athletes, backed by a $50 million investment.
Olympic Committee Announces Host City for 2036 Summer Games
After a competitive bidding process, the International Olympic Committee selected the host city for the 2036 Summer Olympics, promising a games focused on sustainability.