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Jul 08, 2026
Three-time Cy Young winner and 2011 American League MVP Justin Verlander, the oldest active player in the major leagues at 43, will retire after the 2026 season.
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Jul 08, 2026
The NCAA has sent a letter of inquiry to Cincinnati centered on former quarterback Brendan Sorsby's time with the program, sources told ESPN Wednesday.
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Jul 08, 2026
Phil Regan, a former major league pitcher and longtime pitching coach, has died at age 89.
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Jul 08, 2026
After 28 days of games, Wednesday is the first rest day of the 2026 World Cup: the perfect opportunity to reflect on four weeks of fabulous football.
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Jul 08, 2026
And then there were eight. Four weeks after the World Cup began, the quarterfinals start on Thursday with each team three wins away from lifting the trophy.
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Jul 08, 2026
Senior writer Seth Wickersham spent two weeks with NFL football coach Sean Payton ahead of the Denver Broncos-New England Patriots AFC Championship Game.
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Jul 08, 2026
British wild card Arthur Fery, a two-time All-American at Stanford who grew up about a mile away from the All England Club, shocked No. 9 seed Flavio Cobolli 6-4, 7-6 (4), 6-0 to reach the Wimbledon semifinals on Wednesday.
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Jul 08, 2026
The Egyptian FA has said it "cannot remain silent regarding the refereeing decisions" following the team's round-of-16 loss to Argentina at the World Cup.
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Jul 08, 2026
The Dodgers' right fielder is making $60 million this year -- but he hasn't played like it. At least not yet.
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Jul 08, 2026
We name each club's top performer so far -- and how many All-Stars they'd have in a perfect world.
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Jul 08, 2026
Conor McGregor is fighting Max Holloway as a welterweight in UFC 329, but he believes a win would firmly cement him as the greatest featherweight of all time.
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Jul 08, 2026
ACC supervisor of officials Al Riveron announced Wednesday he is stepping down after four years in the role.
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Jul 08, 2026
Former ESPN senior NBA writer Tim Bontemps has been hired for a front office role with the Atlanta Hawks.
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Jul 08, 2026
Over 9,000 players are entered in the World Series of Poker, chasing a top prize of $10 million.
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Jul 08, 2026
As coaches descend on circuits to watch the next crop of college stars, we're watching these storylines.
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Jul 08, 2026
A'ja Wilson, Hilary Knight and more. The numbers behind this year's ESPYS Best Athlete - Women's Sports nominees.
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Jul 08, 2026
Jalen Brunson, Lionel Messi and more. The numbers behind this year's ESPYS Best Athlete - Men's Sports nominees.
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Jul 08, 2026
Who should have been named a WNBA All-Star? Who might be the first pick? Will there be a Bueckers-Malonga alley-oop?
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Jul 08, 2026
Conor McGregor's UFC title runs were brief. These six charts show why his impact wasn't.
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Jul 08, 2026
U.S. fans expected more out of the USMNT's expensive, famous coach at the World Cup, but there was one problem: the players.
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Jul 08, 2026
It's a clash of firepower in this Wimbledon semifinal. Is it finally Muchova's time -- or will Gauff's experience pay off?
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Jul 08, 2026
These are the rookies and veteran players to keep an eye on as the NBA descends on Las Vegas for summer league.
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Jul 08, 2026
Let's take a closer look at the second-half schedule to see if some teams have players to grab -- or to be avoided.
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Jul 08, 2026
And then there were eight. Four weeks after the World Cup began, the quarterfinals start on Thursday with each team three wins away from lifting the trophy.
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Jul 08, 2026
The World Cup field has been whittled down to eight teams, and individual superstars are more influential at this point in the tournament.
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Jul 08, 2026
The MLB draft is Saturday! Here's how this year's best players stack up.
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Jul 08, 2026
From first-rounders to a player taken in a round that no longer exists, major leaguers recall the moment they got picked.
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Jul 08, 2026
The Dodgers' right fielder is making $60 million this year -- but he hasn't played like it. At least not yet.
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Jul 08, 2026
We name each club's top performer so far -- and how many All-Stars they'd have in a perfect world.
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Jul 08, 2026
Your one-stop shop as you prep for draft season, including rankings, projections and analysis.
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Jul 08, 2026
Fantasy football rankings for the upcoming season, for PPR leagues, as well as IDP and dynasty setups.
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Jul 08, 2026
U.S. fans expected more out of the USMNT's expensive, famous coach at the World Cup, but there was one problem: the players.
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Jul 08, 2026
The latest updates on the NBA biggest free agents, and what next for Lakers, Bucks and others after major moves.
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Jul 08, 2026
Big year for Luther Burden III? Step forward for Calen Bullock? Opportunity for Nic Scourton to step up? And Ashton Jeanty delivering on expectations in Year 2?
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Jul 08, 2026
Who are the best edge rushers in the NFL right now? Evaluators around the league ranked the top 10 in our annual position-by-position series.
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Jul 08, 2026
MIchael Mizrachi was among several notable players to avoid elimination on Day 2ABC of the 2026 WSOP main event.
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Jul 08, 2026
Enjoy all the features, news, video analysis and color from around the competition as we have our final eight teams of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
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Jul 08, 2026
Paris Saint-Germain, Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea are vying for the signature of USMNT and Monaco striker Folarin Balogun. Transfer Talk has the latest.
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Jul 08, 2026
On a day when Major League Baseball unveiled a list of All-Star replacements that did not include Zack Wheeler, the annoyed 36-year-old righty tied a career high with 14 strikeouts, as the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Cincinnati Reds 4-1 on Tuesday.
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Jul 08, 2026
Tyler Tolbert of the Royals tied a major league record with hits in 12 consecutive plate appearances, reaching the mark with an infield single in a 16-12 win over the Mets on Tuesday night.
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Jul 08, 2026
The Warriors will not match the three-year, $30 million offer sheet for reserve center Quinten Post, allowing the restricted free agent to join the Grizzlies.
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Jul 08, 2026
St. Brown proposed aboard a flower-lined yacht, with the couple sharing the news on social media.
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Jul 08, 2026
Jayson Tatum reflected on the "abrupt ending" of his longtime partnership with Jaylen Brown while appreciating what the pair accomplished together.
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Jul 08, 2026
In a 6-4 loss to the Rays on Tuesday night, the Yankees whiffed 17 times to become the first team in American League history to hit that mark in consecutive nine-inning games.
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Jul 07, 2026
Switzerland continue to write World Cup history after eliminating Colombia and will aim for another memorable achievement against Argentina in the quarterfinals.
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Jul 07, 2026
We're tracking deals, trades and buzz across the NBA, including Donovan Mitchell agreeing to an extension with the Cavs.
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Jul 07, 2026
The Washington Wizards are bringing back veteran Khris Middleton on a three-year, $17.6 million contract via a sign-and-trade deal, his agent told ESPN's Shams Charania.
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Jul 07, 2026
Pittsburgh Pirates first baseman Ryan O'Hearn, in his first season with the franchise, made history Tuesday night, setting a club record by driving in 10 runs on three home runs in a convincing 12-4 victory over the Atlanta Braves at PNC Park.
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Jul 07, 2026
Even with the change at QB, the Red Raiders are the team to beat, but contenders are out there.
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Jul 07, 2026
Get up to speed on all the latest veteran additions teams are making beginning on June 30.
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Jul 07, 2026
The English companies that claim they first conceived the idea of a world golf league are seeking between $210 million and $630 million in damages, according to court records.
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Jul 07, 2026
The Pistons are trading Caris LeVert and two second-round picks to the Bucks for Taurean Prince and Gary Harris, sources told ESPN.
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Jul 07, 2026
Switzerland manager Murat Yakin expressed his delight at breaking the country's penalty "curse" after beating Colombia in a shootout Tuesday to reach the quarterfinals of the World Cup.
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Jul 07, 2026
Argentina's unbelievable comeback win over Egypt on Tuesday was all down to Lionel Messi, who is seemingly dragging his team to another final.
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Jul 07, 2026
Argentina muscled their way past Egypt in a game that had everything: Messi magic, VAR drama, underdog brilliance and another unforgettable World Cup moment.
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Jul 07, 2026
From contenders acing 2026 to surprise performances to first-half failures, we take a look at every club's performance so far.
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Jul 07, 2026
It's a clash of firepower in this Wimbledon semifinal. Is it finally Muchova's time -- or will Gauff's experience pay off?
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Jul 07, 2026
Which reserves will join the 10 starters at the 2026 WNBA All-Star Game in Chicago?
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Jul 07, 2026
Novak Djokovic extended his streak of Wimbledon semifinal appearances to a record eight, outlasting No. 3 seed Felix Auger-Aliassime 7-6 (10), 3-6, 6-3, 6-7 (4), 7-6 (4) in a match that lasted 5 hours and 15 minutes.
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Jul 07, 2026
Goalkeepers are unique among soccer players, and so is the supportive bond that (almost) all of them share.
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Jul 07, 2026
While the Los Angeles Lakers continue to actively pursue Jonathan Kuminga, they've also agreed to a one-year deal with veteran center Kevon Looney.
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Jul 07, 2026
Hossam Hassan said Egypt were the victim of an "injustice" in their 3-2 World Cup defeat against Argentina due to FIFA "wanting Lionel Messi to stay in the running."
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Jul 07, 2026
Moving past Colorado's dismal 3-9 season, coach Deion Sanders declared confidence Tuesday at Big 12 media days that the page has been turned to 2026 in Boulder and better days are ahead.
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Jul 07, 2026
Two staff members of the United States soccer team were suspended by FIFA from Monday's round-of-16 game against Belgium.
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Jul 07, 2026
Here's how every roster stacks up ahead of the season, plus strengths, weaknesses, X factors and underrated players to know for all 32.
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Jul 07, 2026
Argentina muscled their way past Egypt in a game that had everything: Messi magic, VAR drama, underdog brilliance and another unforgettable World Cup moment.
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Jul 07, 2026
We are taking a look at the major incidents to examine and explain the VAR process.
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Jul 07, 2026
From contenders acing 2026 to surprise performances to first-half failures, we take a look at every club's performance so far.
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Jul 07, 2026
Geno Auriemma says on-court confrontations involving Caitlin Clark should not be viewed as a "referendum on America."
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Jul 07, 2026
Former NBA star Lamar Odom, 46, is expected to plead no-contest to reduce a DUI charge he received in January to reckless driving.
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Jul 07, 2026
Senators legend Daniel Alfredsson is leaving to join the rival Maple Leafs as an associate coach, the Leafs announced Tuesday.
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Jul 07, 2026
Lionel Messi scored in a record sixth straight World Cup knockout match to help Argentina reach the quarterfinals after a stunning late comeback to beat Egypt 3-2 in Atlanta.
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Jul 07, 2026
The hockey world is dishing out hot takes aplenty this month. We sort out which ones have merit.
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Jul 07, 2026
Belgium defeated the USMNT 4-1 in the 2026 World Cup round-of-16 match Monday night -- and poked fun at the U.S. afterward.
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Jul 07, 2026
Enjoy all the features, news, video analysis and color from around the 2026 World Cup as we figure out the last two teams to make the quarterfinals.
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Jul 07, 2026
Focus is more on parents' ability to pay for travel matches than on young player development
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Jul 07, 2026
The sluggers who will be swinging for the fences in Philly are being named. Here's how they match up.
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Jul 07, 2026
Four years ago, there was a schism between Mexico and its national team. That healed at this World Cup, and set in motion a plan for success in 2030.
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Jul 07, 2026
Cristiano Ronaldo said this would be his last World Cup and after losing to Spain on Monday night, this chapter of his incredible career is now closed. Let's look back to see where each campaign went wrong.
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Jul 07, 2026
Knicks guard Jalen Brunson had surgery on his left wrist, and the Finals MVP is expected to return to basketball activities later this summer, sources told ESPN.
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Jul 07, 2026
Former Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland has been posthumously diagnosed with CTE.
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Jul 07, 2026
The IOC advised Olympic sports bodies to end a three-year program vetting Russians for neutral status ahead of qualifying events for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
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Jul 07, 2026
Coco Gauff rallied past Jessica Pegula on Tuesday to reach her first Wimbledon semifinal at age 22.
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Jul 07, 2026
Outfield prospect Luis Lara, 21, was called up to the Brewers on Tuesday before their doubleheader with the Cardinals.
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Jul 07, 2026
We're tracking deals, trades and buzz across the NBA, including Donovan Mitchell agreeing to an extension with the Cavs.
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Jul 07, 2026
Eric Karabell places NFL teams in tiers for fantasy value this season. Which teams should you want a piece of?
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Jul 07, 2026
Abdullah Mason rallies for dramatic 12th-round TKO to retain his title -- and his spot at 135 pounds. Here are the latest ESPN divisional rankings.
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Jul 07, 2026
Everything fantasy baseball managers need to know about which closers should be added, dropped, and more.
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Jul 07, 2026
Slices are less common on the court. But they can still be a huge weapon.
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Jul 07, 2026
Upsets have left one side of the women's draw wide open. One of these four surprise players will reach the final -- and maybe win the Wimbledon title.
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Jul 07, 2026
Golden State's defense and depth are paying dividends as the top spot once again changes hands.
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Jul 07, 2026
Amir Khan, the viral student manager from the 2025 NCAA men's basketball tournament, has entered the transfer portal to reunite with Will Wade at LSU.
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Jul 07, 2026
Donovan Mitchell has agreed to a four-year, $273 million maximum extension with the Cavs, including a player option for the 2030-31 season, per his agent.
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Jul 07, 2026
Doubles icons Bob and Mike Bryan say the ATP Tour should be expanding opportunities in the discipline instead of pushing for a reduction that they argue will cost jobs for young players.
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Jul 07, 2026
Six-time All-Star Kyle Lowry has retired after signing a one-day contract with the Toronto Raptors, where he spent nine of his 20 NBA seasons and won an NBA championship
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Jul 07, 2026
Nominees include A'ja Wilson, Jalen Brunson, Shohei Ohtani and more. Vote and help choose which athletes win an ESPY.
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