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Jun 18, 2026

'Torture for our family': One last moment for Bran...
The Branch brothers have been the talk of Omaha, and while Kyle's OU ousted Kolby's UGA, it wasn't without a compelling sendoff.

ESPN Sports
Jun 18, 2026

Brunson slams skeptics as Knicks revel in parade
Jalen Brunson finally hit back at his skeptics as the Knicks and millions of fans celebrated the franchise's first NBA championship in 53 years with a parade Thursday.

ESPN Sports
Jun 18, 2026

Ex-Iona player ruled ineligible over point shaving...
A former Iona men's basketball player was ruled ineligible by the NCAA for his alleged role in a point-shaving scheme.

ESPN Sports
Jun 18, 2026

Texas A&M adds four-star defender Henderson
Texas A&M added ESPN's No. 1 outside linebacker to the nation's top-ranked 2027 recruiting class with a commitment from four-star defender Kaden Henderson.

ESPN Sports
Jun 18, 2026

Valkyries' Williams nets multiyear Unrivaled deal
Valkyries guard Gabby Williams is signing a multiyear deal with Unrivaled, the league announced Thursday.

ESPN Sports
Jun 18, 2026

Sources: MLB proposes amateur-entry overhaul
MLB's proposed changes include cutting amateur signing bonuses by more than $150M, making high school players ineligible for the draft and instituting an international draft.

ESPN Sports
Jun 18, 2026

Pulisic still training solo a day before U.S. game...
United States men's national team star Christian Pulisic continued to train separately from the team on Thursday ahead of the U.S.'s World Cup game against Australia.

ESPN Sports
Jun 18, 2026

How teams can qualify for knockout rounds. Clinchi...
Who can secure qualification before the group stage ends, and whose World Cup dreams could be shattered? Here's what you need to know.

ESPN Sports
Jun 18, 2026

Sights, sounds and shots from the first round at S...
Here are the best sights and sounds from the 2026 U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club.

ESPN Sports
Jun 18, 2026

Sources: MLB again proposes international draft
Major League Baseball has once again proposed an international draft as part of its negotiations over a new collective bargaining agreement, sources told ESPN, painting it as a push to provide structure for an increasingly unruly and corrupt system.

ESPN Sports
Jun 18, 2026

NHL clears Babcock to coach amid Oilers' interest
Following an investigation into his brief tenure with the Blue Jackets in 2023, the NHL has cleared Mike Babcock to coach again amid the Oilers' interest in hiring him.

ESPN Sports
Jun 18, 2026

College sports bill headed to Senate for full vote...
The Senate Commerce Committee voted 19-9 on Thursday morning to move the Protect College Sports Act forward to a full Senate vote.

ESPN Sports
Jun 18, 2026

Capitals ink coach Carbery to multiyear extension
The Washington Capitals have signed head coach Spencer Carbery to a multiyear contract extension, the team announced Thursday.

ESPN Sports
Jun 18, 2026

Brewers' Priester to have thoracic outlet surgery
Milwaukee Brewers right-hander Quinn Priester will undergo season-ending surgery for thoracic outlet syndrome and is expected to be sidelined for eight to 10 months.

ESPN Sports
Jun 18, 2026

All 48 teams in the World Cup have played once: It...
Every team in the World Cup has played one game, so let's react -- or, because it's such a small sample size -- overreact.

ESPN Sports
Jun 18, 2026

Ivory Coast's Wahi denied Canada WCup visa
Ivory Coast striker Elye Wahi, who is being investigated into suspected spot-fixing, has not been authorized to travel to Canada for his team's next World Cup match against Germany, the Ivorian soccer federation said Thursday.

ESPN Sports
Jun 18, 2026

Sights, sounds and shots from the first round
Here are the best sights and sounds from the 2026 U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club.

ESPN Sports
Jun 18, 2026

Top sights and sounds from the Knicks' championshi...
All of the sights and sounds as the New York Knicks celebrate their NBA championship in Manhattan.

ESPN Sports
Jun 18, 2026

The last-minute to-do list for every NFL front off...
The Chiefs sign Deebo Samuel? The Cardinals trade Josh Sweat? The Buccaneers extend Baker Mayfield? We have one more move for each team to make before the season.

ESPN Sports
Jun 18, 2026

? MLB mock draft: Who every team should pick
Which shortstop goes No. 1 overall to the White Sox? Where do top college stars land? Kiley McDaniel plays GM for all 30 teams.

ESPN Sports
Jun 18, 2026

Ronaldo: Portugal's World Cup 'far from over'
Cristiano Ronaldo defended Portugal's performance against Congo DR in their World Cup opener but said he is already looking ahead to the next game.

ESPN Sports
Jun 18, 2026

Ranking Europe's top clubs by player performance a...
Bayern, Real Madrid and Liverpool players have impressed, but which clubs around the world have had the best players in the tournament after one game?

ESPN Sports
Jun 18, 2026

World Cup overreactions: Takeaways now that all 48...
All 48 teams in the World Cup have played exactly one game, so let's react -- or, because it's such a small sample size -- overreact.

ESPN Sports
Jun 18, 2026

MLB Power Rankings: Dodgers end Braves' No. 1 run
After Atlanta reigned for five weeks, the two-time defending World Series champs are back on top.

ESPN Sports
Jun 18, 2026

One last offseason move for all 32 NFL teams: We p...
The Chiefs sign Deebo Samuel? The Cardinals trade Josh Sweat? The Buccaneers extend Baker Mayfield? We have one more move for each team to make before the season.

ESPN Sports
Jun 18, 2026

Shedeur Sanders is making strides in Browns' QB co...
After a roller-coaster rookie season, Sanders looks improved after a successful offseason.?

ESPN Sports
Jun 18, 2026

The five biggest questions the Lakers need to answ...
Will LeBron return? How can they build around Luka? Here's what Lakers insiders are discussing as the draft and free agency approach.

ESPN Sports
Jun 18, 2026

My favorite under-the-radar NBA free agents: Six u...
Which under-the-radar free agents can aid in changing the trajectory of an NBA franchise?

ESPN Sports
Jun 18, 2026

Copy of Ranking CFB's top running backs: Who are the best ...
Kewan Lacy, Mark Fletcher Jr. and a host of others are in the running for the top of our list.

ESPN Sports
Jun 18, 2026

The lifelong education of USMNT goalkeeper (and Ha...
The starting USMNT goalkeeper has an economics degree from Harvard. In his remarkable family, that makes him the underachiever.

ESPN Sports
Jun 18, 2026

What if Reyna's World Cup wondergoal is only the b...
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 18, 2026

Let's combine the 2025 and 2026 NBA draft classes:...
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 18, 2026

'Bet on yourself': How Yaxel Lendeborg raised his ...
The Michigan star went from fringe first-round to projected lottery pick by spending one more season in college.

ESPN Sports
Jun 18, 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 18, 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 18, 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 18, 2026

Every NHL team's biggest prospect pipeline need --...
Each club is in a different place in its contention cycle, but these are the positions each should target on June 26-27.

ESPN Sports
Jun 18, 2026

'It's a want to': How the Fever have dialed in on ...
After a 4-4 start, the Fever have settled into winning ways -- just in time for the toughest stretch of their season.

ESPN Sports
Jun 18, 2026

Fantasy baseball: Scherzer scratched and other new...
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.

ESPN Sports
Jun 18, 2026

Full hearts, empty kegs, can't lose: Scotland's Tartan Army takes over World Cup
Scotland's Tartan Army has been one of the stories of the 2026 World Cup so far, drinking its way through Boston and bringing bonhomie, passion and national pride after nearly 30 years away from the tournament.

ESPN Sports
Jun 18, 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 18, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Liverpool and Chelsea keen ...
Liverpool and Chelsea are both tracking Brighton midfielder Yasin Ayari. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
Jun 18, 2026

Wilson powers Aces into Commissioner's Cup final
The Aces will head to the WNBA Commissioner's Cup championship game for the third time thanks to an 86-76 win over the Mercury on Wednesday night.

ESPN Sports
Jun 18, 2026

'Now the goal is to get to 4-0': UNC, Oklahoma and...
In the end, the numbers were in favor of North Carolina and Oklahoma as they advanced to the MCWS championship.

ESPN Sports
Jun 18, 2026

Dolan says second apron not an option for Knicks
On the heels of its first NBA title in 53 years, Knicks owner James Dolan told WFAN radio Wednesday that he will not go into the punitive second apron to keep his team intact for the 2026-27 season.

ESPN Sports
Jun 18, 2026

UNC rides bats into first MCWS finals since '07
Owen Hull had a triple and two doubles among his four hits, and North Carolina rolled past West Virginia 12-7 on Wednesday to advance to the Men's College World Series finals, where it will face Oklahoma.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

Ohtani battles blister, sore knee in rocky outing
Pitching with a sore left knee and a blister on his right middle finger, Shohei Ohtani cruised through four innings before allowing four runs in a rocky fifth inning, but the Dodgers rallied to beat the Rays 5-4.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

Sources: Wizards' Young to decline option, be FA
Wizards star Trae Young plans to decline his $48.97 million player option for the 2026-27 season, although Washington remains the front-runner, sources said.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

Devin Booker changing jersey number from No. 1 to ...
The Phoenix Suns star wore No. 1 since being drafted in 2015 and during his lone college season at Kentucky.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

Tigers' Perez hurt when resistance band hits face
Tigers outfielder Wenceel Perez was injured in a freak accident when he was hit in the the face by a resistance band in the training room following Tuesday's game against the Astros.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

NYPD to deploy 10K officers for Knicks title parad...
The victory parade for the NBA champion New York Knicks will be safeguarded by 10,000 members of the NYPD, the largest number of police officers ever assigned to a planned event, the department said Wednesday.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

World Cup Daily: England overpower Croatia; Kane j...
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

Double 7s: Bijan Robinson is closer to Vinícius Jú...
The Falcons running back gave insight on his relationship with the Brazil star, even though their World Cup predictions might not align.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

Kane and Bellingham put on a show in England's thr...
When have England been this fun at a World Cup? We react to it all: Kane, Bellingham, Tuchel. As for Croatia: Where was Modric?

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

Kane leads England to statement win over Croatia
Harry Kane's brace helped England to a pulsating 4-2 victory against Croatia as Thomas Tuchel's side made a breathless start to their quest for World Cup glory.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

Goldeneyes draft Harvey first in PWHL entry draft
Caroline Harvey -- the standout NCAA defenseman and 2026 Olympic gold medalist -- was selected first overall by the Vancouver Goldeneyes in the Professional Women's Hockey League entry draft Wednesday.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

Cincinnati denies claim it knew of Sorsby's bettin...
Cincinnati on Wednesday, responding to Brendan Sorsby's agent publicly questioning the school's handling of the quarterback's gambling in 2024, said it would never knowingly play an athlete who violated NCAA gambling rules.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

Portugal boss defends loyalty to misfiring Ronaldo...
Congo DR produced another stunning result at the 2026 World Cup, as the African side held one of the pre-tournament favorites, Portugal, to a 1-1 draw in Houston on Wednesday.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

MLB draft buzz: Why UCLA's ace could shoot up draf...
What's the latest less than a month before the 2026 MLB draft begins? We've got you covered with intel and analysis.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

Like father, like son: Devin Booker changing jerse...
The Phoenix Suns star wore No. 1 since being drafted in 2015 and during his lone college season at Kentucky.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 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 17, 2026

Wetzel: Caitlin Clark's shoe is here. What took Ni...
The Caitlin 1 is expected to be successful. Still, one question persists: What the heck took Nike so long?

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

Portugal have a Ronaldo problem (again) after draw...
Cristiano Ronaldo will go down as one of Portugal and soccer's all-time best players, but it's becoming clear his team could be better without him.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

Follow live: Croatia level again after Kane's seco...
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ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

Leaders face big questions over 24-team CFP
CFP leaders took a deeper dive into conversations about a 24-team field at a meeting Wednesday, but there are still more questions than answers about the logistics of what the field would look like if it began in 2027.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

Burrow: Bengals have same vibes as LSU title team
Joe Burrow said the vibes on this year's Bengals' team are similar to what they were on the 2019 LSU team he led to a College Football Playoff championship.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

Ronaldo, Portugal frustrated in Congo DR draw
Congo DR produced another stunning result at the 2026 World Cup, as the African side held one of the pre-tournament favorites, Portugal, to a 1-1 draw in Houston on Wednesday.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

Matchups: Meet the defenses most vulnerable to gua...
Matchups matter when you're looking for points, and these defenses give up the most fantasy points by position.

ESPN Sports
Jun 17, 2026

World Cup live updates: Ronaldo, Portugal still le...
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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

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

'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

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 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

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

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

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

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

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

Olney: The 12 MLB execs under the most pressure at...
With the deadline Aug. 3, here are which front offices could make -- or break -- their future this trade season.

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

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

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

? 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

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

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.

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