| 2025 FC 100: Yamal, Mbappe among best men's soccer players2025 FC 100: Yamal, Mbappe among best men's soccer players | It's that time again: with the UEFA Champions League final behind us and the 2024-25 season officially over, it's time to rank the top 100 players in the world of men's soccer right now. Welcome to the FC 100. |
| Sources: Suns hiring Cavs assistant Ott as coachSources: Suns hiring Cavs assistant Ott as coach | The Suns are hiring Cavaliers assistant coach Jordan Ott as the franchise's next head coach, sources told ESPN on Wednesday. |
| Bettor banned for heckling Olympic star ThomasBettor banned for heckling Olympic star Thomas | FanDuel has banned a bettor who posted a video of himself heckling Gabby Thomas at a recent track event and claimed "it made my parlay win." |
| Rory defends snubbing media, cites 'weird week'Rory defends snubbing media, cites 'weird week' | Rory McIlroy defended his decision not to speak to the media at the PGA Championship, saying he was upset about news leaking about his driver during what was already a "weird week." |
| Sources: KAT gets treatment on playoff injuriesSources: KAT gets treatment on playoff injuries | Karl-Anthony Towns has undergone treatment on his bruised left knee and to repair ligament damage on his left finger after suffering both injuries during the playoffs, sources told ESPN. |
| U.S. Amateur champ Ballester of Spain joins LIVU.S. Amateur champ Ballester of Spain joins LIV | Jose Luis Ballester of Spain, the 2024 U.S. Amateur champion, has joined LIV Golf on a multiyear deal and will make his professional debut this week at the league's Virginia event. |
| More men allege sexual misconduct by ex-IU docMore men allege sexual misconduct by ex-IU doc | At least 15 former Indiana men's basketball players are alleging improper sexual conduct by a former team physician and saying Indiana officials, including the late coach Bobby Knight, were aware of the behavior. |
| Barber details medical emergency that nixed fightBarber details medical emergency that nixed fight | UFC flyweight Maycee Barber told ESPN on Tuesday that a medical complication in her locker room during warmups Saturday led to the last-minute cancellation of her UFC Fight Night bout against Erin Blanchfield. |
| Sportsbooks, bettors favor Oilers in Cup FinalSportsbooks, bettors favor Oilers in Cup Final | Sportsbooks and bettors see the Oilers as slight favorites over the defending champion Panthers as the Stanley Cup Final gets underway Wednesday night in Edmonton. |
| 🏀 Five Knicks questions after firing Thibodeau🏀 Five Knicks questions after firing Thibodeau | NBA insiders examine why the Knicks parted ways with Thibodeau and which coaching candidates could be right for New York. |
| We pitched trade offers for three NFL stars: Landing spots for Ramsey, Cousins, HendricksonWe pitched trade offers for three NFL stars: Landing spots for Ramsey, Cousins, Hendrickson | Kirk Cousins, Trey Hendrickson and Jalen Ramsey could all be traded soon. We crafted potential offers -- and picked the best deals. |
| Signings, trades who will benefit most from a new teamSignings, trades who will benefit most from a new team | Who gained most from moving to a new organization over the past few months? Let's evaluate 15 additions. |
| The Paul George Trade is about to deliver an NBA titleThe Paul George Trade is about to deliver an NBA title | The Thunder and Pacers can trace their superstars and their cores back to trades involving the nine-time All-Star wing. |
| Expert picks for Thunder-PacersExpert picks for Thunder-Pacers | Will it be Oklahoma City or Indiana? Our experts make their predictions for the Finals. |
| Stanley Cup Final preview: Everything you need to know for Panthers-Oilers IIStanley Cup Final preview: Everything you need to know for Panthers-Oilers II | Who's going to win the Cup? Here's the tale of the tape ahead of the rematch on the ultimate stage. |
| Conn Smythe Watch: Connor McDavid for MVP of the playoffs -- win or lose?Conn Smythe Watch: Connor McDavid for MVP of the playoffs -- win or lose? | Ahead of the Stanley Cup Final, we polled voters on the top candidates left in the race. |
| Why the Panthers will win the Stanley Cup (again)Why the Panthers will win the Stanley Cup (again) | Though Edmonton enters the Cup Final as the favorite, there are five reasons Florida will repeat. |
| It takes a village? Inside the MLB ballpark model of the futureIt takes a village? Inside the MLB ballpark model of the future | The Battery Atlanta is an enticing blueprint for teams. But creating an entire neighborhood is a hard act to follow. |
| A big bullpen bust in L.A.? Is Soto unlucky? Are the O's cooked? An early verdict on 2025 disappointmentsA big bullpen bust in L.A.? Is Soto unlucky? Are the O's cooked? An early verdict on 2025 disappointments | A number of teams and stars are still struggling two months into the season. Do their slow starts define who they are in 2025? |
| Texas Tech vs. Texas preview: Breaking down Canady's pitch, Kavan's surge and our predictionTexas Tech vs. Texas preview: Breaking down Canady's pitch, Kavan's surge and our prediction | The Women's College World Series finals start Wednesday, and here's what you need to know about Texas and Texas Tech. |
| 'I'm not naïve': Hugh Freeze knows Auburn needs to start winning soon'I'm not naïve': Hugh Freeze knows Auburn needs to start winning soon | The Tigers have scored recruiting and portal wins of late -- now they have to deliver where it matters most. |
| Power Rankings: Dream ride four-game winning streak to move up in Week 3 editionPower Rankings: Dream ride four-game winning streak to move up in Week 3 edition | Las Vegas, Washington and Chicago join Atlanta as risers as the league begins Commissioner's Cup play. |
| Betting interest on Fever games dips by half after Caitlin Clark injuryBetting interest on Fever games dips by half after Caitlin Clark injury | Clark's quad injury has impacted the betting interest in the Fever and the sport. |
| NBA coaching carousel: What's next for Knicks' coaching job?NBA coaching carousel: What's next for Knicks' coaching job? | Which NBA coaching jobs are available? Which situations are the most appealing? We're breaking down each vacancy. |
| U.S. visa uncertainties put college rosters in a bindU.S. visa uncertainties put college rosters in a bind | College coaches and international athletes are stuck in an unnerving limbo, saying they're unsure how to plan for recent changes in U.S. student visa policy that could potentially wreak havoc on their rosters this year. |
| Source: Man City agree $62M deal for ReijndersSource: Man City agree $62M deal for Reijnders | Manchester City have agreed a deal worth €55 million ($62m) with AC Milan for midfielder Tijjani Reijnders, a source has told ESPN. |
| Zubimendi cools Arsenal talk: 'Alonso my idol'Zubimendi cools Arsenal talk: 'Alonso my idol' | Martín Zubimendi has claimed his future remains open despite strong links to Arsenal, and admits new Real Madrid boss Xabi Alonso is his "idol." |
| Source: Madrid push to sign River's MastantuonoSource: Madrid push to sign River's Mastantuono | A representative of Real Madrid is in Buenos Aires to try to close the signing of River Plate star Franco Mastantuono, a source has told ESPN. |
| Rio Ferdinand: I'm a meme because of Man UnitedRio Ferdinand: I'm a meme because of Man United | Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand has told ESPN Brasil that being a pundit during the club's recent struggles has made him a meme on social media. |
| Sources: Barça hope to avoid severe UEFA penaltySources: Barça hope to avoid severe UEFA penalty | Barcelona face further punishments for breaches of UEFA's financial fair play (FFP) regulations, but club sources are hopeful they will avoid any severe sanctions from the governing body. |
| Wirtz denies he wants No. 10 shirt at LiverpoolWirtz denies he wants No. 10 shirt at Liverpool | Florian Wirtz has denied reports that he wants the No. 10 shirt if he joins Liverpool this summer, in the Bayer Leverkusen star's strongest hint yet that a move to Anfield is progressing. |
| Sources: Chelsea keen on Maignan but balk at feeSources: Chelsea keen on Maignan but balk at fee | Chelsea are exploring a deal to sign AC Milan goalkeeper Mike Maignan but the two clubs are a long way apart in their valuations, sources have told ESPN. |
| Gavi doubles down on critics: 'They have no idea'Gavi doubles down on critics: 'They have no idea' | Barcelona midfielder Gavi has doubled down on his claim that his critics have "f------ no idea" how good he is, saying people hate him for his style of play. |
| Stand aside, Messi and Ronaldo: Yamal and Doué are coming for youStand aside, Messi and Ronaldo: Yamal and Doué are coming for you | Champions Leagues, World Cups, Ballons d'Or ... get ready for PSG's Désiré Doué and Barcelona's Lamine Yamal to become this generation's Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo. |
| Blockbuster semifinal at the French Open: Will Swiatek or Sabalenka win?Blockbuster semifinal at the French Open: Will Swiatek or Sabalenka win? | On Thursday, No. 1 Sabalenka will play defending French Open champ Swiatek. We break it down. |
| Can underdog Julianna Peña pull off another title-fight shocker?Can underdog Julianna Peña pull off another title-fight shocker? | Peña enters her UFC 316 co-main event versus Kayla Harrison with long odds for the fourth straight fight. |
| Recap of 'The Ultimate Fighter' Episode 2 and everything else you need to knowRecap of 'The Ultimate Fighter' Episode 2 and everything else you need to know | Here's everything you need to know about Season 33 of TUF. From how to watch, the coaches involved and the fighters competing for a UFC contract. |
| Road to the MCWS: NCAA baseball tournament schedule, resultsRoad to the MCWS: NCAA baseball tournament schedule, results | How to watch, schedule updates and scores from the 2025 NCAA baseball tournament. |
| Dickie V's Dazzling Dozen: Ranking the 12 best men's college basketball teamsDickie V's Dazzling Dozen: Ranking the 12 best men's college basketball teams | Which teams have taken advantage of a hot transfer portal to be real contenders for 2025-26 as summer begins? |
| Should you trade Aaron Judge? Could you?Should you trade Aaron Judge? Could you? | Tristan H. Cockcroft weighs in on if trading Aaron Judge is feasible... and offers five examples of what return value might even look like. |
| Don't hesitate to get Harper and Chisholm back into lineupsDon't hesitate to get Harper and Chisholm back into lineups | All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news. |
| The 20 rookies you should draft in fantasy footballThe 20 rookies you should draft in fantasy football | Fans get excited about rookies, but which ones are truly worth taking in fantasy drafts this summer? |
| Rankings: Arike Ogunbowale enters top 10Rankings: Arike Ogunbowale enters top 10 | Arike Ogunbowale, Rhyne Howard and Ariel Atkins are some of the biggest movers in this week's fantasy women's basketball rankings. |
| From wild dunks to improbable comebacks: The top photos of the 2025 NBA playoffsFrom wild dunks to improbable comebacks: The top photos of the 2025 NBA playoffs | As we prepare for Game 1 of the NBA Finals, we take a look back at the iconic images that defined these playoffs. |
| Mayfield, Wirfs among Buccaneers to dye hair at 'Cut and Color Funds the Cure' eventMayfield, Wirfs among Buccaneers to dye hair at 'Cut and Color Funds the Cure' event | The annual fundraising event hosted by the team benefits the National Pediatric Cancer Foundation. |
| Transfer rumors, news: Man United eye PSG striker RamosTransfer rumors, news: Man United eye PSG striker Ramos | Manchester United could turn to Paris Saint-Germain striker Goncalo Ramos after missing out on Ipswich Town's Liam Delap. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors. |
| Madden NFL 26 reveals first look at gameplay with new trailerMadden NFL 26 reveals first look at gameplay with new trailer | The upcoming franchise entry features player-specific traits and adaptive counters that match real-life strategies. |
| Odds, post positions for the Belmont StakesOdds, post positions for the Belmont Stakes | Preakness winner Journalism and Kentucky Derby winner Sovereignty have the best odds in the eight-horse field for Saturday's Belmont Stakes. |
