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Jun 17, 2026

World Cup live updates: Ronaldo, Portugal still le...
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ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

Alicia Keys to perform 'Empire State of Mind' at N...
James Dolan announced Keys would be performing during Thursday's festivities -- with no indication yet on whether or not Jay-Z will join her.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

All-NBA Playoff Awards: Which 10 stars made our fi...
With the Knicks now crowned NBA champions, which players were the most impactful across all of the 2026 postseason?

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

'Debut album': Clark unveils signature Nike shoe
Caitlin Clark announced her first signature shoe -- the Caitlin 1 -- on Wednesday afternoon.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

Knights promote Craig from AHL to be new coach
The Golden Knights promoted Ryan Craig, who coached their AHL affiliate, to lead their NHL team Wednesday after moving on from John Tortorella a day earlier.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

Olympic runner Simpson collapses at track event
Olympic bronze medalist and world-champion 1,500-meter runner Jenny Simpson collapsed after suffering a medical episode while pacing a mile group at an event in Raleigh, North Carolina, on Tuesday night.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

USGA changes aim for 'fair' Shinnecock course
USGA chief championships officer John Bodenhamer said Wednesday they "learned a great deal" from the 2018 U.S. Open playing experience at Shinnecock Hills.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

U.S. Open bettors fade Scottie as odds lengthen
Scottie Scheffler will be favored heading into the 2026 U.S. Open, but his odds to complete the elusive career Grand Slam are not quite as short as bettors are used to.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

Your cousin from Scotland: Fans drink Boston dry
The parent company of Sam Adams said its Boston Taproom ran out of the brand's flagship Boston Lager over the weekend because Scotland soccer fans drank four times as much as it typically sells.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

WNBA schedule expands to 50 games in 2027
Starting in 2027, the WNBA will move to a 50-game season, up from the current 44-game schedule.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

Cincy coach expecting flood of calls on Sorsby
University of Cincinnati coach Scott Satterfield expects queries on his former quarterback Brendan Sorsby to increase now that Sorsby has applied for the NFL supplemental draft and his college career is over.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

Golf bodies set 2030 target date for ball rollback...
The proposed golf ball rollback spearheaded by the United States Golf Association and R&A will now take place as a single-date implementation in January 2030.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

Chicago to Chivas: Gutiérrez is the American leadi...
Brian Gutiérrez was raised in Chicago and grew up with the Fire, but now has become a key cog in Mexico's World Cup campaign.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

Pick up these soon-to-be breakout stars while you ...
If your lineup has been hit hard by injuries, get one of these three young stars who are showing potential.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

Who's up next in the Big Ten? Oregon? USC? Project...
The Ducks look to continue an amazing trend, but Ohio State, Indiana, USC and others stand in the way.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

VAR review: Should Messi have been sent off vs. Al...
For the tournament, we are taking a look at the major incidents to examine and explain the process in terms of both VAR protocol and the laws of the game.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

On the World Cup's day of stars, Messi towers over...
On a day when Kylian Mbappé and Erling Haaland excelled, Lionel Messi offered a timely reminder of his greatness.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

'I could never pick one': Why LSU's Ahmad Hudson p...
The LSU commit is ranked among the nation's top prospects in football and basketball and has no plans to give either one up.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

Russell Wilson's contract is off the Broncos' book...
The Broncos took a then-record $85 million dead money hit by parting with Wilson in 2024, but their quick turnaround has turned heads.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

Latest rosters for 85 key college basketball teams...
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ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

Maple Leafs hire Hiller amid front office overhaul...
The Maple Leafs have hired Jim Hiller as their new head coach. He had a 93-58-24 record over parts of three seasons as the coach of the Kings.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

? Top U.S. Open storylines from Shinnecock Hills
Is Scottie Scheffler still the favorite? How hard will Shinnecock Hills play? We break down what to watch at the 2026 U.S. Open.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

Was 2025 a bad sign or just a bad season for these...
These players struggled in 2025. Did they have an isolated bad season, or is it a sign of trouble ahead?

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

Sources: Jazz-Kessler stalled despite $140M offer
A gulf remains between restricted free agent center Walker Kessler and the Jazz after Utah put an offer worth roughly $140 million over five years on the table, sources told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

2026 U.S. Open: Experts' picks and betting tips
Who do our golf experts think will win? Where does our betting expert believe there is value? We break down the favorites and more at the U.S. Open.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

Top U.S. Open storylines: Scottie Scheffler, Jon R...
Is Scottie Scheffler still the favorite? How hard will Shinnecock Hills play? We break down what to watch at the 2026 U.S. Open.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

What if Reyna's World Cup wonder goal is only the ...
Gio Reyna's goal vs. Paraguay felt like a fitting way to end a frustrating four-year chapter of his career. What if it's only the beginning, though?

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

World Cup Daily: NFL star Winston dresses goat as ...
It has officially been one week of 2026 FIFA World Cup action. Enjoy all the features, news, video analysis and color from around the competition.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

Wetzel: Sorsby is done with college sports. Can lo...
Can any good come from this saga? Dan Wetzel would like to see local judges and their injunctions sidelined.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

Can Brendan Sorsby start for an NFL team? Sizing u...
What are Sorsby's strengths and weaknesses? Which NFL teams should try to land him in the supplemental draft? Let's sort out what he could bring to a pro QB room.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

Doubters, beware: Why Brewers and Guardians keep d...
As these first-place teams battle this week, we look at what makes them perennial overachievers.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

Big Ten preview: Is it Oregon's turn for a nationa...
The Ducks look to continue an amazing trend, but Ohio State, Indiana, USC and others stand in the way.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

Did the Broncos' release of Russell Wilson change ...
The Broncos took a then-record $85 million dead money hit by parting with Wilson in 2024, but their quick turnaround has turned heads.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

Ranking the top 100 MLB trade deadline candidates ...
Skubal to the ...? All-Star outfielders and shortstops available? Here are the big names your team could be targeting.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

LeBron watch, the No. 11 pick and everything we kn...
From a lottery pick to the trade market, here's what we know about the Warriors' offseason plans.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

Big storylines that will kick-start a hectic NBA o...
Why is this Giannis trade taking so long? What are the Lakers' plans? Here are the biggest topics of discussion.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

Top prospects and what you need to know
The draft is Wednesday, June 17. Here's a rundown of what to expect.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

Mariners get Raleigh, Crawford back, lose Arozaren...
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

Let's combine the 2025, 2026 NBA draft classes: Wh...
What if Cooper Flagg never reclassified? Here's where Flagg, Dylan Harper, Kon Knueppel would rank if they were in the 2026 NBA draft.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

Updated NBA mock draft: Predicting all 60 picks on...
Here's out latest mock draft as trade talks heat up.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Real Madrid look to Man Cit...
Real Madrid are weighing up a €90 million move for Manchester City defender Rúben Dias. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

Messi rolls back the clock for Argentina to start ...
It wasn't entirely clear if Lionel Messi would make it to the 2026 tournament. But his hat trick in the first game showed how ready he is.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

Messi ties Klose's WCup goals record with hat trick
Lionel Messi made history Tuesday night by tying the record for most men's World Cup goals at 16 with Miroslav Klose after scoring a hat trick and staking Argentina to a 3-0 lead over Algeria before coming off late in the second half.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

On the World Cup's day of stars, Messi towers over Haaland and Mbappe
On a day when Kylian Mbappé and Erling Haaland excelled, Lionel Messi offered a timely reminder of his greatness.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

Messi's hat-trick night, ties all-time goal record...
World Cup group stage days rarely get better than this. Lionel Messi, Kylian Mbappé and Erling Haaland are all in action.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

Haaland shines on World Cup debut, and provides ho...
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ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

Messi hits hat trick, ties World Cup goals record ...
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ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

Messi ties Klose record with 16th World Cup goal
Lionel Messi made history Tuesday night by tying the record for most World Cup goals at 16 with Miroslav Kolse after scoring a hat trick and staking Argentina to a 3-0 lead over Algeria before coming off late in the second half.

ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

Broncos excuse Cooper from camp after arrests
The Broncos excused OLB Jonathon Cooper from their mandatory minicamp this week after he was arrested twice in a seven-day span on multiple domestic violence charges, including one felony.

ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

Are hydration breaks actually commercial breaks or...
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ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

Copy of Mbappé rewrites France, World Cup history books as...
Kylian Mbappé made history with a pair of goals that sent France on their way to a Group I-opening win over Senegal.

ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

Haaland scores two in WC debut as Norway win
Erling Haaland took just 29 minutes to score his first ever World Cup goal on his tournament debut against Iraq on Tuesday. By the end, he had scored twice in a convincing 4-1 victory and delivered on his tag as one of this tournament's biggest stars.

ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

Pereira accuses Gane of illegal blows to head
Alex Pereira released a statement Tuesday accusing Ciryl Gane of landing illegal blows to the back of his head -- and discrediting referee Herb Dean for not preventing them at UFC Freedom 250.

ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

NHL says '26 playoffs most-watched on record
The NHL said Tuesday the Stanley Cup playoffs this spring were the most-watched on record in the U.S. with an average of 1.8 million viewers.

ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

?? Jaguars to auction Trevor Lawrence's viral wig
The original haircut video, released May 14 as part of the NFL's annual schedule release, caused a stir -- it has 3.8 million views as of June 16.

ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

Game 5 most-watched since 1998; peaked at 33M
The Knicks' 94-90 victory over the Spurs on Saturday night to capture their first NBA title in 53 years averaged 24.5 million viewers on ABC and ESPN, making it the most-watched Game 5 since 1998.

ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

Pickens at Cowboys camp, OK with franchise tag
After skipping the voluntary part of the Cowboys' offseason program, Dallas wide receiver George Pickens worked out with the team Tuesday, the first day of mandatory minicamp, telling reporters he is prepared to play the 2026 season on the franchise tag.

ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

NFLPA, NBAPA tell Congress it backs college bill
The NFL, NFLPA and NBPA on Tuesday sent statements to Congress supporting the Protect College Sports Act and lauding specific provisions it includes while also encouraging further "negotiations" during the legislative process.

ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

Mbappé nets stunner, breaks France record in win
Kylian Mbappé moved ahead of Lionel Messi in the all-time World Cup scoring charts and became France's record goalscorer with two goals in Les Bleus' 3-1 Group I win against Senegal.

ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

Vegas' Marner reflects on 'dark' days in Toronto
Vegas star Mitch Marner reflected on the struggles he had with mental health in Toronto, saying he had some "dark moments" in his nine seasons with the team.

ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

West Virginia fans have turned Omaha into 'the Mid...
WVU's first MCWS trip means so much that in just about every corner of Omaha, there's an influx of blue and gold.

ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

Mbappé rewrites France, World Cup history books as...
Kylian Mbappé made history with a pair of goals that sent France on their way to a Group I-opening win over Senegal.

ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

World Cup live updates: Mbappé, Barcola goals give...
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ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

Wetzel: Brendan Sorsby is done with college sports...
Can any good come from the Brendan Sorsby saga? Dan Wetzel would like to see local judges and their temporary injunctions sidelined.

ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

NFL minicamp daily updates: Strong start from seco...
ESPN's NFL Nation shares insights from every minicamp, including the latest on Titans quarterback Cam Ward.

ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

Buzz: Can managers rely on Rashee Rice for the who...
Mike Clay breaks down the Chiefs WR's outlook for the 2026 season.

ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

Titans not worried about Ward's accuracy woes
Cam Ward has had some accuracy issues at times during OTAs over the past couple of weeks, but the Titans' coaching staff isn't concerned.

ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

USMNT in World Cup quarterfinals? There's a real c...
It's only one game, sure, but the USMNT's win over Paraguay has the underlying stats of a World Cup team destined for a deep run.

ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

'It's crazy': How a three-year search delivered th...
The USMNT's base during the World Cup has everything Mauricio Pochettino thinks the team needs for success.

ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

New York wins! Inside the locker room of the first...
For decades, the Knicks flailed and chased, but then they chose Jalen Brunson, and the rest is history.

ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

Matchup rankings: Upgrade guards starting against ...
Matchups matter when you're looking for points, and these defenses give up the most fantasy points to guards.

ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

Mayweather facing charges for passing bad check
Floyd Mayweather is facing two felony charges alleging theft and "intent to defraud" by passing a bad check to purchase a $200,000 watch in Las Vegas, according to court records.

ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

Sources: Saints bring back franchise star Jordan
The Saints are set to bring back star defensive end Cameron Jordan for a 16th season, sources told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

Tortorella not returning as Golden Knights' coach
John Tortorella, who was hired with eight games left in the regular season and guided the Golden Knights to the Stanley Cup Final, will not return as coach next season.

ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

Rory yearns for 'old ways' amid proposed Tour plan...
Rory McIlroy expressed concern that the "Track Two" events that the PGA Tour is attempting to create in its updated format will become "glorified Korn Ferry events."

ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

Chiefs' Rice released from jail, dodges reporters
Chiefs WR Rashee Rice was released from a Dallas County jail on Tuesday after serving a 30-day sentence for violating the terms of his probation.

ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

Men's divisional rankings: 'Bam' Rodriguez soars a...
Jesse Rodriguez's successful bantamweight debut could set the stage for a massive fight next. Here are the latest ESPN divisional rankings.

ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

Women's divisional rankings: Estefany Alegria's wi...
Alegria enters the rankings after a dominant victory that made her a three-belt champion.

ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

Why Michael Olise is the key to France's World Cup...
Olise had to wait for his call up to the France senior side, but now it's all eyes on the Bayern Munich star.

ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

'Finally': Norway star Erling Haaland on fulfillin...
Erling Haaland tells ESPN he is ready to make his World Cup debut and show his love for Norway on football's biggest stage.

ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

Are World Cup hydration breaks actually commercial...
The mandatory hydration breaks have turned two halves into four quarters, but does it impact the players?

ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

What's next for new and former champs after UFC Wh...
After a hard-fought main event at the White House, when will we see Ilia Topuria and Justin Gaethje in the cage again?

ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

UFC White House fight grades: How good was Justin ...
The UFC Freedom 250 fight card consisted of all knockouts, but not all stoppages equal A grades.

ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

'I feel like I can beat anyone': Is Jackson Koivun...
The world's top-ranked amateur is playing the U.S. Open and then turning pro. Will he succeed at the next level?

ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

Free agent pickups: Bryce Eldridge leads a (fantas...
The top players you should consider claiming off the fantasy baseball waiver wire this week.

ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

Slumping Trea Turner hurt and other Tuesday news
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.

ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

NFL execs pick their 8 favorite offseason moves: W...
We talked to sources around the league about their favorite moves of the offseason. The answers ranged from megadeals to a surprise draft pick.

ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

Six big storylines that will kick-start a hectic N...
Why is this Giannis trade taking so long? What are the Lakers' plans? Here are some of the biggest topics of discussion two weeks before free agency.

ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

WNBA Power Rankings: Liberty are back on top
After debuting the season at No. 1, New York rides a seven-game winning streak past Minnesota and Las Vegas.

ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

Transfer Big Board: Best players in each position ...
The transfer window is open in Premier League and will be soon in Europe, so who is available? It's our big board!

ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

Way-too-early NHL Power Rankings: Each team's earl...
Here's how the teams stack up looking ahead to next fall -- and what to watch this offseason.

ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

Keys to the offseason: Free agency plans for Hurri...
We explore the next moves each team should make this summer and forecast expectations for 2026-27.

ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

Carolina's jock and nerd alliance created perfect ...
Coach Rod Brind'Amour and GM Eric Tulsky blended the perfect recipe, creating a team that won its first Cup in 20 years -- and will be back for more.

ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

Family to have Smith's brain checked for CTE
The family of Aldon Smith has decided to send his brain to medical experts in Boston to see whether CTE played a role in the former NFL defensive lineman's death.

ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

FBI stopped 'planned attacks' at WH UFC event
FBI director Kash Patel says multiple people have been arrested for allegedly plotting attacks at Sunday's UFC White House event.

ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

?? The song that set the tone for Jordan's Bulls
Thirty years after Chicago's historic run, the story of "Sirius" is also the story of how music helped build one of the most iconic brands in sports.

ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

Koepka plans to play U.S. Open: 'I'm gonna go'
Brooks Koepka plans to play in this week's U.S. Open after pulling out of last week's RBC Canadian Open because of a hand injury.

ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

Men's Bracketology: Kentucky jumps up big with one...
Can one player be the difference between a first-round exit and Sweet 16 run? Kentucky's projections say yes.

ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

MMA divisional rankings: Gaethje, Gane are second ...
Here's a look at every weight class to determine the best of the best in UFC, PFL and beyond.

ESPN Sports
Jun 16, 2026

2026 Fantasy Football Draft Guide: Rankings, mock ...
Your one-stop shop as you prep for draft season, including rankings, projections and analysis.

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