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May 26, 2026

Who are the top quarterbacks in next year's NFL dr...
Next year's QB draft class should be loaded, with big names such as Arch Manning, Dante Moore, CJ Carr and Trinidad Chambliss. Here's what you need to know.

ESPN Sports
May 26, 2026

WNBA Power Rankings: Three-game skid drops New Yor...
An action-packed third week of the season brought another significant shuffle to the standings.

ESPN Sports
May 26, 2026

Which NBA stars could get PAID this summer? Stacki...
These are the most important NBA deals that could get done, plus how each outcome could help shape next season.

ESPN Sports
May 26, 2026

Six trade proposals: Landing spots for Kyrie, Mora...
Our insiders pitch six trades that could rock the offseason. Which move would truly change the league landscape?

ESPN Sports
May 26, 2026

'I'd like to report a sweep': NYC Mayor Zohran Mam...
The Knicks are onto the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999, and New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani made sure to troll the Cavaliers.

ESPN Sports
May 26, 2026

Ohtani for MVP -- and Cy Young? Early rankings for...
With Memorial Day weekend behind us, it's time to take our first look at the leaders for MVP, Cy Young and more.

ESPN Sports
May 26, 2026

How Pokémon became your favorite MLB player's favo...
Inside clubhouses, MLB's biggest stars are trading cards hoping for rare finds just like collectors everywhere.

ESPN Sports
May 26, 2026

?? Ranking all FBS QB situations ahead of season
Just three months from the 2026 season, David Hale ranks all 138 FBS programs' quarterback rooms into tiers.

ESPN Sports
May 26, 2026

Fernandez, star on '72 undefeated Dolphins, dies
Manny Fernandez, a two-time Super Bowl-winning defensive lineman with the Dolphins, has died at age 79.

ESPN Sports
May 26, 2026

PGA of America president out after Cup gaffes
Don Rea Jr., who came under fire after his delayed response to unruly fan behavior directed at the European Ryder Cup team, is out as president of the PGA of America.

ESPN Sports
May 26, 2026

Men's divisional rankings: Usyk holds heavyweight ...
Oleksandr Usyk struggled in victory, while Jack Catterall made a statement at 147 pounds. Here are the latest ESPN divisional rankings.

ESPN Sports
May 26, 2026

Women's divisional rankings: Mizuki Hiruta extends...
Hiruta keeps building momentum in the 115-pound division. Here are our latest divisional rankings.

ESPN Sports
May 26, 2026

Pokémon lairs, autographed cards and custom gloves...
Inside MLB clubhouses, baseball's biggest stars are trading cards hoping for rare finds just like collectors everywhere.

ESPN Sports
May 26, 2026

Stanley Cup playoffs daily: Can the Avalanche forc...
It's now or never for MacKinnon, Makar & Co. Plus, highlights from Canes-Canadiens Game 3.

ESPN Sports
May 26, 2026

The three tiers of Toronto fans watching Mitch Mar...
After an up-and-down postseason record with the Leafs, Marner is leading all playoff scorers for a team one win away from the Cup Final.

ESPN Sports
May 26, 2026

Free agents: NL Central rookies get the call
The top players you should consider claiming off the fantasy baseball waiver wire this week.

ESPN Sports
May 26, 2026

Ohtani for NL MVP -- and Cy Young? Witt over Judge...
With Memorial Day weekend behind us, it's time to take our first look at the leaders for MVP, Cy Young and more.

ESPN Sports
May 26, 2026

Memorial Day standings check: Which teams are bigg...
Our experts look at the best and worst of the season to date -- and predict which teams will rule from here on out.

ESPN Sports
May 26, 2026

Meet the top QBs of the 2027 NFL draft class: Stre...
Next year's QB draft class should be loaded, with big names such as Arch Manning, Dante Moore, CJ Carr and Trinidad Chambliss. Here's what you need to know.

ESPN Sports
May 26, 2026

What's ahead in the MWC? Two new teams including N...
The conference turned over again, losing several teams to the new Pac-12. Does that open the door for new contenders?

ESPN Sports
May 26, 2026

Japanese manager resigns after alleged assault
Shinnosuke Abe has resigned as manager of Japan's storied baseball team Yomiuri Giants after being arrested for the alleged assault of his teenage daughter.

ESPN Sports
May 26, 2026

Knicks fans take to streets, 'party like it's 1999...
Long-suffering fans poured into city streets to celebrate the Knicks' record run to the Eastern Conference title and its first trip to the NBA Finals since 1999.

ESPN Sports
May 26, 2026

Stanley Cup playoff trends: More chaos, young star...
Midway through the conference finals, here's what has stuck out in the analytics.

ESPN Sports
May 26, 2026

The on-court trends defining the 2026 NBA playoffs...
From Wemby's dominance to the Cavs' scoring problems, these storylines are shaping the conference finals.

ESPN Sports
May 26, 2026

De'Aaron Fox is the 'old man' guiding the young Sp...
Fox put San Antonio at the top of his list when leaving Sacramento, and he has become their veteran leader.

ESPN Sports
May 26, 2026

LaLiga 2025-26 awards: Yamal, Barcelona reign in S...
With LaLiga over for another season, it's time to hand out awards for best player, coach, signing and goal of the campaign, and much more. ¡Vámonos!

ESPN Sports
May 26, 2026

Ranking Guardiola's 18 seasons as manager: Which c...
Pep Guardiola is leaving Man City after 10 seasons. He has 18 full campaigns in his career across three big clubs.

ESPN Sports
May 26, 2026

Copy of Donovan, Twellman, Pepi: Who are the USMNT's bigge...
Some World Cup roster selections can be surprising, but who are some United States players who were shockingly left out in the past?

ESPN Sports
May 26, 2026

Ranked: Which World Cup favorite teams are most li...
At every World Cup, a frontrunner collapses and exits the tournament early. Which team will it be in 2026?

ESPN Sports
May 26, 2026

Ranking all 138 FBS quarterback situations ahead of the 2026 season
Just three months from the 2026 season, David Hale ranks all 138 FBS programs' quarterback rooms into tiers.

ESPN Sports
May 26, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Man United make early move ...
Man United want to keep midfielder Bruno Fernandes. Plus, Tottenham Hotspur chase multiple players. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
May 26, 2026

Mitchell, Harden clear on Cavs future, back Atkins...
In the wake of getting swept by the Knicks in the Eastern Conference finals, Donovan Mitchell reiterated his commitment to the Cavs, expressed confidence in his partnership with James Harden and said he'd like to see Cleveland's core remain together.

ESPN Sports
May 26, 2026

Grades and takeaways from Hurricanes' Game 3 overt...
The Hurricanes have a 2-1 series lead after winning Game 3 in OT. Here's what it all means.

ESPN Sports
May 26, 2026

The Knicks went all-in, and it paid off: How they ...
Here's how bold moves and a coaching change fueled the New York Knicks' improbable journey to the NBA Finals.

ESPN Sports
May 26, 2026

?? NYC Mayor Mamdani pokes fun at Cavs
The Knicks are onto the NBA Finals for the first time since 1999, and New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani made sure to troll the Cavaliers.

ESPN Sports
May 26, 2026

Aho's OT winner gives Hurricanes 2-1 lead in ECF
Andrei Svechnikov scored 14:04 into overtime, and Carolina outlasted the Montreal Canadiens 3-2 on Monday in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference finals at the Bell Centre, giving the Hurricanes a 2-1 series lead on the strength of back-to-back OT victories.

ESPN Sports
May 26, 2026

NBA offseason guides: Draft, free agency, trade ta...
For all but three teams, the offseason is here. What lies ahead for every eliminated team?

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

11 straight playoff wins and a culture reset: The ...
Here's how bold moves and a coaching change fueled the New York Knicks' improbable journey to the NBA Finals.

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

The legacy of French star Gael Monfils
"A true inspiration." Gael Monfils played his final match at Roland Garros on Monday -- and the players paid tribute to his lasting influence.

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

Astros' Imai, 2 relievers combine to no-hit Ranger...
Astros right-hander Tatsuya Imai and relievers Steven Okert and Alimber Santa combined to throw a no-hitter in a 9-0 win over the Rangers on Monday night.

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

?? Bam catches heat after Golden Knights game
A photo of the couple wearing Vegas jerseys in the crowd surfaced and prompted a reaction from the Panthers.

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

Sankey not worried by rift in SEC on 24-team CFP
Greg Sankey acknowledged that the SEC will not have unanimity on the issue of a 24-team College Football Playoff, something the commissioner says "doesn't bother me."

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

Knicks finish off Cavs, make 1st Finals in 27 year...
The Knicks completed a sweep of the Cavaliers in the Eastern Conference finals to make the franchise's first NBA Finals since 1999.

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

Orioles' Cowser hits 2nd walk-off HR in 2 days
Colton Cowser hit a walk-off home run for the second consecutive day Monday to complete the Orioles' 9-7, 13-inning victory over the Rays, one he said was one of his "favorite complete team wins."

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

Monfils feted, puts on show in French Open finale
In front of a near-capacity crowd at Court Philippe-Chatrier that cheered and chanted until the final point, Gael Monfils said au revoir to the French Open with an emotional 6-2, 6-3, 3-6, 2-6, 6-0 loss to Hugo Gaston in the first round Monday night.

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

Bednar: Avs will take limited McKinnon down 3-0
Just when the Avalanche got back reigning Norris Trophy winner Cale Makar, Colorado might be without Hart Trophy finalist Nathan MacKinnon.

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

Cubs match dubious mark with 9th straight loss
Chicago's 2-1 loss to the Pirates on Monday marked its ninth straight defeat, joining the 2017 Dodgers as the only two teams in the expansion era to have multiple 10-game winning streaks and a nine-game skid in the same season.

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

Miami confirms Messi subbed after muscle fatigue
Inter Miami CF said Monday that Lionel Messi suffered from muscle fatigue in his left hamstring during Sunday's win over the Philadelphia Union, forcing him to leave the game in the 73rd minute.

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

Misiorowski hits 100 mph 57 times in 12-K gem
Brewers ace Jacob Misiorowski matched a career high with 12 strikeouts, carried a no-hitter into the sixth inning and hit 100 mph on more than half his pitches in Monday's win over the Cardinals.

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

Princeton wins first men's lacrosse title since '0...
Chad Palumbo scored all four of his goals in the first half, Colin Burns also had a hat trick, and Princeton beat Notre Dame 16-9 on Monday for its first NCAA men's lacrosse championship since 2001.

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

Franco found criminally responsible, but no jail
Tampa Bay Rays shortstop Wander Franco was declared criminally responsible for the sexual and psychological abuse of a minor, but he will not serve a sentence for it, a judge ruled Monday in the Dominican Republic, with full sentencing slated for June 16.

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

Bam poses with A'ja Wilson at Golden Knights game,...
A photo of the couple wearing Vegas jerseys in the crowd surfaced and prompted a reaction from the Panthers.

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

Donovan, Twellman, Pepi: Who are the USMNT's bigge...
Some World Cup roster selections can be surprising, but who are some United States players who were shockingly left out in the past?

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

Upstart Jodar, 19, impresses in French Open debut
Rafael Jodar, a 19-year-old Spaniard, continued to impress in his Roland Garros debut, dropping just five games in a 6-1, 6-0, 6-4 rout of Aleksandar Kovacevic.

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

UCLA tabbed top seed for NCAA baseball tourney
UCLA was rewarded for its dominant, wire-to-wire run through the regular season with the No. 1 seed for the NCAA tournament.

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

? Who are USMNT's biggest WC snubs ever?
Some World Cup roster selections can be surprising, but who are some United States players who were shockingly left out in the past?

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

Mexican prez has 'no issue' hosting Iran WC camp
Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said Monday that she has "no issue" with her country hosting Iran's World Cup team after its training base was moved from the United States to Mexico for the summer soccer competition.

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

The year that changed Aaron Judge forever
Aaron Judge arrived at Fresno State unsure whether he was a pitcher or a hitter, or both. Within a year, the debate was over.

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

'More excitement than there ever has been': On the...
Montreal in May 2026 is proving a monthlong revival of Habs fans' hopes and dreams.

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

2026 NCAA baseball tournament: How to watch the fi...
Keeping track of this year's NCAA baseball tournament with schedule, scores and channels.

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

? Who are USMNT's biggest World Cup snubs ever?
Some World Cup roster selections can be surprising, but who are some United States players who were shockingly left out in the past?

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

Lakers hire 'rocket scientist' as assistant GM
The Lakers made their first significant move of the offseason by hiring Rohan Ramadas as an assistant GM under president and GM Rob Pelinka, sources told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

Wawrinka waves goodbye in final French Open
Stan Wawrinka waved a fond goodbye to the French Open after losing 6-3, 3-6, 6-3, 6-4 to Jesper de Jong in the first round on Monday.

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

French Open heat wave making for faster court
Temperatures for the opening two days of the French Open have soared to 33 degrees Celsius (91 Fahrenheit) -- far beyond normal for late May in the French capital.

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

Can Learner Tien continue his meteoric rise?
On Saturday, Learner Tien became the youngest Geneva Open winner since 1989. And he's one of the best hopes for the American men at the French Open.

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

Memorial Day MLB standings check: Which teams are ...
Our experts look at the best and worst of the season to date -- and predict which teams will rule from here on out.

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

Utah Royals a surprise No. 1, Washington Spirit No...
The Utah Royals have surprised everyone by soaring to the top of the NWSL standings -- and leading out Power Rankings after Matchday 9 to boot.

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

Roster-building lessons from the NBA's final four,...
What could other teams learn from the Knicks, Cavs, Thunder and Spurs?

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

Fantasy baseball: A pair of Blue Jays exit early, and other news for Monday
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

MLS Power Rankings: Vancouver, Nashville, Miami lo...
Vancouver and Nashville are the hottest teams in MLS heading into the World Cup break.

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

What's the deal? The info you need to know ahead o...
The events, the players and the storylines that will define the WSOP as poker's premiere event returns to ESPN.

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

Domi out indefinitely after surgery complications
Maple Leafs forward Max Domi is out indefinitely after complications arose during an offseason surgery.

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

Walk-off balk? 51 runs? Ten astounding box scores ...
In the spirit of gearing up for this week's NCAA baseball tournament action, ESPN compiled 10 games from the 2026 regular season with truly remarkable box scores.

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

Women's College World Series field is set
Everything you need to know about the softball postseason is here.

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

The year Yankees star Aaron Judge unlocked his pow...
Aaron Judge arrived at Fresno State unsure whether he was a pitcher or a hitter, or both. Within a year, the debate was over.

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

Six NBA trade proposals: Landing spots for Morant,...
ESPN's NBA insiders pitch six trades that could rock the offseason. But which move would truly change the league landscape?

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

Roster-building lessons from the NBA's final four ...
What could other teams learn from the Knicks, Cavs, Thunder and Spurs?

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

Atkinson: Cavs are 'analytically' beating Knicks
Kenny Atkinson said the Cavaliers "analytically" have won two of the first three games against the Knicks in the Eastern Conference finals.

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

Spain WC squad has no players from Real Madrid
Spain coach Luis de la Fuente named a 26-man World Cup squad which features Lamine Yamal but is without any Real Madrid players.

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

Tottenham stay in Premier League, but big rebuild ...
Plus, two Italian giants missed the Champions League, and Harry Kane pushed Bayern to the domestic double.

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

How did Tottenham, one of the world's 10 richest c...
Tottenham Hotspur escaped relegation on the final day of the season. How did it come to this for one of the Premier League's so-called "Big Six" clubs?

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

Stanley Cup playoffs daily: Keys to Game 3 of Hurr...
Monday's game is a pivot point in the Eastern Conference finals. Plus, highlights from Avs-Knights Game 3 and updated playoff stats.

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

Memorial Day MLB standings check: Playoff field pr...
Our experts look at the best and worst of the season to date -- and predict which teams will rule from here on out.

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

Recapping college baseball conference tournaments:...
Recapping all Power 4 baseball conference tournaments.

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

Why drafting OSU's Carnell Tate to pair with Cam Ward was 'easy decision' for Titans
With premium defensive options on the board, Tennessee made unanimous decision to get an impact player on offense.

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Milan failure puts Pulisic ...
AC Milan will be looking at major changes after the club failed to seal a spot in the UEFA Champions League. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

'Punched us in our face early': OKC flounders in G...
The Thunder turned in their worst offensive performance in years Sunday night in Game 4 as the Spurs evened the Western Conference finals at 2-2.

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

Argentina, World Cup fans on tenterhooks as Messi ...
Soccer fans are now holding their breath after Lionel Messi appeared to injure his leg in Sunday's MLS match.

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

MacKinnon injured as Avs face 'big hill to climb'
Center Nathan MacKinnon was hobbled after blocking a shot in the second period on Sunday, and the Stanley Cup-favorite Avalanche eventually fell to the Vegas Golden Knights 5-3 in Game 3 of the Western Conference Final, a series Colorado now trails 3-0.

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

Suarez, 'doing this for Kyle,' wins emotional 600
Daniel Suarez won the rain-shortened Coca-Cola 600 on Sunday night, capping an emotional day in which the auto racing world remembered the late Kyle Busch.

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

Spurs shut down OKC in Game 4 to even series
Victor Wembanyama helped carry the Spurs to a Game 4 win, evening the series with OKC after a 33-point performance Sunday night.

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

Another comeback win for the cardiac Knights: Grad...
Vegas is now up 3-0 heading into Game 4. Here's how it all went down, and how it impacts the rest of the series.

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

'This fight is on': Mercedes will need to manage m...
Russell has nothing to lose after a disappointing finish in Montreal. That might create a driver management problem for Mercedes.

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

Rosenqvist wins closest Indy 500 by 0.02 seconds
Felix Rosenqvist of Sweden won the closest Indianapolis 500 ever in a one-lap shootout by a margin of 0.0233 seconds.

ESPN Sports
May 25, 2026

Takeaways: Spurs rout Thunder to take Game 4
Here's what we've learned -- and what's next for the Spurs-Thunder series.

ESPN Sports
May 24, 2026

Messi exit overshadows Miami win, record half
Lionel Messi left the field in the 72nd minute of Inter Miami's 6-4 win over the Philadelphia Union at Nu Stadium on Sunday night, heading straight to the locker room after grabbing his left thigh.

ESPN Sports
May 24, 2026

Detmers retires 24 of 25, K's 14 as Angels sweep
Reid Detmers was nearly perfect for eight innings while striking out a career-high 14, and the Angels beat the Rangers 2-1 Sunday night on Justin Foscue's ninth-inning throwing error for their first series sweep this season.

ESPN Sports
May 24, 2026

Follow live: Spurs start hot with hopes to even se...
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ESPN Sports
May 24, 2026

SGA, Jokic, Wembanyama headline All-NBA teams
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander of Oklahoma City and Nikola Jokic of Denver were unanimous first-team All-NBA selections, while San Antonio's Victor Wembanyama missed joining them in that club by one vote.

ESPN Sports
May 24, 2026

Mock draft season: Players experts are taking (and...
Every mock draft is a little bit different, so we did it 10 times. Here are the results and the insights, from what to do in the first few rounds to when you should take your quarterback and tight end.

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