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ESPN Sports
May 19, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Man United linked with Dort...
Manchester United are eyeing a pair of Borussia Dortmund stars, but they face stiff competition from other European clubs. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
May 19, 2026

'I have to be better,' SGA says of MVP night letdo...
After being presented his second straight MVP trophy in a pregame ceremony Monday, Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, by his own admission, didn't perform up to that lofty standard in a thrilling Western Conference finals opener against the Spurs.

ESPN Sports
May 19, 2026

Defeated Sabres proud of franchise's 'giant step'
Though their renaissance season ended with an emotional 3-2 overtime loss to the Montreal Canadiens in Game 7, the Buffalo Sabres skated off the ice Monday to a standing ovation after a historic campaign that saw the end of a 14-season playoff drought.

ESPN Sports
May 19, 2026

Mets stay hot with historical 10-run 12th inning
Carson Benge hit an RBI single and a two-run double during a historic 10-run 12th inning in New York's wild 16-7 victory over the Washington Nationals on Monday, as the Mets became the first NL team to score at least 10 runs in an extra inning since 1919.

ESPN Sports
May 19, 2026

VAR review: Arsenal should've received a red card ...
Kai Havertz didn't see red for an obviously reckless tackle vs. Burnley, which might alter the title race.

ESPN Sports
May 19, 2026

Takeaways: Spurs defeat defending champions in Gam...
Here's what we've learned -- and what's next for the Spurs-Thunder series.

ESPN Sports
May 19, 2026

Wemby spoils SGA's MVP night as Spurs stun OKC
Victor Wembanyama had 41 points and 24 rebounds in a statement performance on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's MVP night.

ESPN Sports
May 19, 2026

Canadiens outlast Sabres in overtime in Game 7
Alex Newhook scored his second Game 7-winning goal of the postseason, this time in overtime in the Canadiens' victory over the Sabres on Monday night.

ESPN Sports
May 19, 2026

Angels no-hit by A's Ginn into 9th, win on walk-of...
Athletics starter J.T. Ginn took a no-hitter into the ninth inning Monday night before Adam Frazier lined a leadoff single for the Angels and Zach Neto followed with a two-run walk-off home run.

ESPN Sports
May 19, 2026

'Never too late': Billie Jean King, 82, graduates
Billie Jean King, the 82-year-old sports and equality icon, received her bachelor's in history from Cal State Los Angeles on Monday, walking across a stage in hot pink glasses and royal blue sneakers, at the Shrine Auditorium.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

'It's time': Riley confident USC ready for CFP run...
USC coach Lincoln Riley is not back down from his assurance that the Trojans are in a championship window, saying the time is now to truly compete.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

Follow live: Spurs, Thunder going down to the wire...
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ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

Higgo, late at PGA, reportedly splits with caddie
Garrick Higgo has split with his caddie, per Golfweek, a move that came after the South African was penalized two shots for being late to his opening-round tee time at the PGA Championship last week.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

Nats ban spectator over white nationalist banner
The Nationals have identified at least one person who will be banned from the ballpark after a banner promoting a white nationalist website was unfurled in the crowd during Sunday's game.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

PCA regrets 'choice of words' in exchange with fan...
Cubs center fielder Pete Crow-Armstrong apologized Monday for his "choice of words" in a heated exchange with a fan during the team's loss to the White Sox on Sunday.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

Struggling Yanks consider bringing Cole back early...
The Yankees are deciding whether to skip Gerrit Cole's final rehab start and instead have him make his season debut at Yankees Stadium.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

Spurs' Fox (ankle) out for Game 1 vs. Thunder
Spurs guard De'Aaron Fox was ruled out for Game 1 of the West finals against the Thunder on Monday night because of a right ankle sprain.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

Follow live: Thunder host Spurs in Game 1
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ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

Big questions, stats, keys to the NBA's conference...
Our NBA insiders answer the biggest questions heading into the conference finals.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

Lessons from a high-scoring Week 1: Add Johannes, ...
Fantasy women's basketball players to watch and streaming picks for the weekend ahead to win your matchups.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

Playoff takeaways: Cavaliers close out Pistons in ...
Here's what we've learned as the conference finals in the East and West are now set.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

Azzi Fudd jokingly grills Curry on his UConn WBB a...
Fudd has had a longstanding connection with Curry, but she does have one "bone to pick" with him.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

VAR review: Arsenal should've got a red card in cr...
Kai Havertz didn't see red for an obviously reckless tackle vs. Burnley, which may alter the title race.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

From concert to Bengals practice for Joe Burrow he...
Kid Cudi rolled through to catch Burrow and the Bengals as they ramp up their preparation for the season.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

Michael Jordan reconnects with old high school tea...
A former high school teacher had a bucket list item they wanted to check off while in hospice care: reconnect with their former student, Michael Jordan.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

Despite being unconvincing, Arsenal are inches awa...
Despite barely beating Burnley, Arsenal are one win away from the Premier League title and could celebrate if Manchester City fails to win their next game.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

'Miracle on Ice' coach's ring sells for $549,000
A ring given to Herb Brooks, the coach of the 1980 United States "Miracle on Ice" Olympic men's hockey team, recently sold for $549K at Heritage Auctions.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

? Early verdict on MLB's most surprising teams
We offer an early postseason verdict on MLB's most surprising teams almost two months into the 2026 season.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

Neymar named in Brazil final World Cup squad
Brazil legend Neymar has been included in Carlo Ancelotti's 26-man World Cup squad alongside Vinícius Júnior and Raphinha.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

Pac-12, MW pause suit, work toward settlement
The Pac-12 and Mountain West have reached an agreement in principle to resolve their legal battle related to the former's rebuilding efforts.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

Sources: City expect Guardiola exit after season
Manchester City are resigned to losing Pep Guardiola as their manager at the end of the season, sources have told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

Copy of Updated MLB draft rankings: Top 150 prospects
Here's who is soaring up draft boards as college baseball tournament week begins.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

Why Steve Kerr stayed with the Warriors
Steve Kerr had nothing left to prove. But at a crossroads in his career, facing down the pains of his past convinced him he had everything left to play for.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

Man City win FA Cup, big summer ahead for Real Mad...
Man City won the FA Cup on Saturday. Plus: Juventus may miss out on UCL, and Real Madrid facing a turbulent summer.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

If the Aaron Rodgers offense didn't work in 2025, ...
Does Rodgers have anything left? And can running it back actually work for Pittsburgh?

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

Arsenal hold off Burnley to go five points clear o...
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ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

Day 'N' Nite: From concert to Bengals practice for...
Fresh off a concert in Cincinnati, Kid Cudi rolled through to catch Burrow and the Bengals as they ramp up their preparation for the upcoming season.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

'Little shocked': Steelers react to Rodgers' retur...
Quarterback Aaron Rodgers took the practice field with his Steelers teammates at OTAs on Monday after signing his one-year contract.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

'This is a chess match': We asked NBA scouts and e...
We canvassed the league ahead of Spurs vs. Thunder. What do scouts think will happen?

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

Tech's Sorsby files injunction, seeks '26 eligibil...
Texas Tech quarterback Brendan Sorsby has filed for an injunction against the NCAA on Monday, seeking his college eligibility for the 2026 college football season.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

Sources: NFL to award 2028 draft to Minneapolis
Minneapolis is expected to be awarded the 2028 NFL draft on Tuesday, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter, with U.S. Bank Stadium serving as a "foundational piece" of the event.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

Report: Meyer loses grievance, saving Jags $30M
Former Jaguars head coach Urban Meyer has lost his grievance against the team regarding receiving the balance of the remainder of his contract after his 2021 firing, according to On3.com.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

NBA execs debate five questions on Spurs-Thunder: ...
We canvassed the league ahead of Spurs vs. Thunder. What do scouts think will happen?

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

Against the odds, the UFC's biggest personality is...
Conor McGregor has been out of action for years, but the mere announcement of his return proves he's still the UFC's greatest draw.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

The final showdown: Predictions for Canadiens-Sabr...
Who will take on the Hurricanes in the Eastern Conference finals? Our reporters make their predictions.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

Real or not? An early verdict on MLB's most surpri...
We offer an early postseason verdict on MLB's most surprising teams almost two months into the 2026 season.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

?? What's next for eliminated NBA teams?
For all but four NBA teams, the offseason is here. What lies ahead for the Pistons, Wolves, Lakers and every eliminated team?

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

Pelicans hiring Mosley as head coach, sources say
The Pelicans are hiring Jamahl Mosley to a five-year contract as their new head coach, sources told ESPN. He spent the past five seasons in Orlando, going 189-221.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

Kram predicts the historic Spurs-Thunder series: W...
Let's dive into what this season's Spurs-Thunder matchups can tell us about this epic clash of Western Conference titans.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

Free agents: Bolte and Emerson lead list of appeal...
The top players you should consider claiming off the fantasy baseball waiver wire this week.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

Buxton's possible return and more of Monday's news...
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

College baseball Week 14: Top 25, best moments and...
What do the latest top 25 rankings look like?

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

John Harbaugh references Ravens' firing in commenc...
John Harbaugh lightheartedly used his firing by the Baltimore Ravens as an example of resilience during his 16-minute speech.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

Sources: Mourinho agrees two-year Madrid deal
José Mourinho has agreed a two-year contract to return to Real Madrid, sources have told ESPN Brazil.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

Best in the West: Why these seven trends could dec...
Let's dive into what this season's Spurs-Thunder matchups can tell us about this epic clash of Western Conference titans.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

'They can't touch me': Jake Paul, MVP MMA vow to c...
Most Valuable Promotions has plans to continue its MMA venture, possibly with a second card this year.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

Perfect team fits for 14 remaining NFL free agents...
Let's find new homes for 14 players who are still available, including Deebo Samuel, Joey Bosa, Stefon Diggs and Jadeveon Clowney.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

Man City win FA Cup, but will Pep Guardiola stay? ...
Man City won the FA Cup on Saturday, but speculation over Pep Guardiola's future dominated the celebrations.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

Why this Premier League season has been the most d...
The 2025-26 Premier League has been the best ever.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

A 24-team playoff is too much: How to fix college football's postseason
Crowning a champ with a 12-team playoff hasn't fundamentally altered the sport, but doubling the field would.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

Updated MLB draft rankings: Top 150 prospects
Here's who is soaring up draft boards as college baseball tournament week begins.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

Real or not? Debating whether Rays, Cardinals and ...
We offer an early postseason verdict on MLB's most surprising teams almost two months into the 2026 season.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

Sabres or Canadiens in Game 7? X factors, top play...
Who will take on the Hurricanes in the Eastern Conference finals? Our reporters make their predictions.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

Stanley Cup playoffs daily: What to watch in Sabre...
The final game of Round 2 is upon us, with Carolina awaiting the winner. Plus, updated playoff stats.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

Sources: Nashville expected to host SB 2030
NFL owners are expected to name Nashville as host of Super Bowl LXIV in 2030 when they meet Tuesday for the league's spring meeting, sources told the NFL Network's Ian Rapoport and Mike Garafolo.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Who will Xabi Alonso sign f...
Chelsea want Brentford's Igor Thiago and Aston Villa's Morgan Rogers as Xabi Alonso prepares to start work as manager. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

At meetings, Big 10 coaches push for 24-team CFP
It's clear from early conversation at the Big Ten spring meetings that coaches remain adamant about moving to a 24-team College Football Playoff, an idea that began less than a year ago and has gained support across the ACC and Big 12.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

Pistons bounced, but year 'not a disappointment'
Though he watched his Pistons suffer a 125-94 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 7 Sunday night at Little Caesars Arena, Detroit coach J.B. Bickerstaff told reporters afterward that the season, overall, was "not a disappointment."

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

Knicks-Cavs, Thunder-Spurs: Big questions, stats, ...
Our NBA insiders answer the biggest questions heading into the conference finals.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

NBA conference finals preview: What matters most i...
Our NBA insiders answer the biggest questions heading into the conference finals.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

'It's always beat Michigan': Cavs troll Pistons af...
Moments after the buzzer sounded, Cleveland turned its attention to trolling Detroit.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

?? Tom Brady walks Gucci Resort 2027
The legendary quarterback added modeling to his lengthy résumé Saturday, when he walked down the catwalk at the Gucci Resort 2027 collection fashion show in New York.

ESPN Sports
May 18, 2026

Mitchell, Cavs break through, rout Pistons in G7
The Cavaliers throttled the top-seeded Pistons in Game 7 to advance to the franchise's first Eastern Conference finals since LeBron James' final year in Cleveland.

ESPN Sports
May 17, 2026

NBA playoff takeaways: Cavaliers close out Pistons...
Here's what we've learned -- and what's next for the Cavs-Pistons and Wolves-Spurs series.

ESPN Sports
May 17, 2026

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

ESPN Sports
May 17, 2026

Draft combine highlights: Biggest questions, riser...
ESPN's NBA draft crew details the biggest takeaways from the second day of 5-on-5 scrimmages in Chicago.

ESPN Sports
May 17, 2026

Clark sets mark with stat boost, then sets it agai...
A statistical correction helped Caitlin Clark set a WNBA record for 20-point, 10-assist games hours before she added to it with another stellar performance Sunday.

ESPN Sports
May 17, 2026

Sky star Jackson helped off with knee injury
Rickea Jackson exited the Sky's win over the Lynx on Sunday after suffering a left knee injury, with teammate Natasha Cloud saying she felt the officials did not control the game and "failed to protect Rickea."

ESPN Sports
May 17, 2026

Rory fires back at fan after 'USA' shout from gall...
Rory McIlroy's frustrating final round at the PGA Championship on Sunday boiled over with an angry exchange with a fan after a "U-S-A!" shout from the gallery at Aronimink Golf Club.

ESPN Sports
May 17, 2026

How Aaron Rai outlasted some of golf's biggest sta...
At the start of Sunday, Rai was two shots out of the lead. By the end of it, he had beaten some of golf's superstars.

ESPN Sports
May 17, 2026

Follow live: Cavaliers building lead over Pistons ...
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ESPN Sports
May 17, 2026

At sportsbooks, Rai's PGA win a major long shot
DraftKings Sportsbook had Aaron Rai at 290-1 to win the Wanamaker Trophy on Thursday morning, which made the biggest long shot to win a major in at least the past 20 years.

ESPN Sports
May 17, 2026

Rai rises to the top, eclipses stars for PGA title...
Aaron Rai shot a 5-under 65 to pull away from some of the game's biggest stars, becoming the first English-born golfer to win the PGA Championship since 1919.

ESPN Sports
May 17, 2026

Mets swipe Subway Series after 'awesome' rally
Still in last place in the National League East, the Mets might have turned a corner this weekend, authoring two wins to close out the Subway Series with the Yankees, the last of which was fueled by Tyrone Taylor's ninth-inning, three-run home run Sunday.

ESPN Sports
May 17, 2026

Denny Hamlin outlasts crashes, Chase Briscoe in Al...
Denny Hamlin edged teammate Chase Briscoe on Sunday to win NASCAR's All-Star Race, which saw several crashes during the first two segments collect more than half the 36-car field.

ESPN Sports
May 17, 2026

Rai rises to the top, eclipses stars for PGA title
Aaron Rai shot a 5-under 65 in the final round to pull away from the game's biggest stars, becoming the first English-born golfer to win the PGA Championship since 1919.

ESPN Sports
May 17, 2026

Lottie Woad wins at gusty Cincinnati for second LP...
Lottie Woad held off Haeran Ryu on a gusty Sunday afternoon at Maketewah Country Club in the Kroger Queen City Championship.

ESPN Sports
May 17, 2026

Mariners call up top prospect Emerson for debut
The Mariners are calling up star prospect Colt Emerson, adding the No. 6-ranked prospect to the lineup for his major league debut.

ESPN Sports
May 17, 2026

Hamlin outduels Briscoe for 2nd All-Star Race win
Denny Hamlin edged teammate Chase Briscoe on Sunday to win NASCAR's All-Star Race, which saw several crashes during the first two segments collect more than half the 36-car field.

ESPN Sports
May 17, 2026

Fever's Boston (leg) to miss first game in WNBA
Indiana Fever center Aliyah Boston will miss a WNBA game for the first time after being ruled out of Sunday's matchup against the Seattle Storm with a lower leg injury, coach Stephanie White said.

ESPN Sports
May 17, 2026

Ailing Astros lose Altuve to IL with oblique strai...
Astros second baseman Jose Altuve has a left oblique strain and will be placed on the injured list, manager Joe Espada said.

ESPN Sports
May 17, 2026

14-4 under Mattingly, Phils surge over .500 mark
The resurgent Phillies improved to 14-4 under interim manager Don Mattingly on Sunday and snuck over the .500 mark, at 24-23, for the first time since April 7 as Philadelphia blanked the Pittsburgh Pirates 6-0, completing a three-game sweep.

ESPN Sports
May 17, 2026

Tom takes the runway: Brady makes modeling debut a...
The legendary quarterback added modeling to his lengthy résumé Saturday, when he walked down the catwalk at the Gucci Resort 2027 collection fashion show in New York.

ESPN Sports
May 17, 2026

Sights, sounds and more moments from the final rou...
The top of the leaderboard is crowded at Aronimink. Follow along here.

ESPN Sports
May 17, 2026

Rangers' Seager remains sidelined, having MRI
Rangers All-Star shortstop Corey Seager was out of the lineup for a second straight game Sunday against the Astros because of back spasms.

ESPN Sports
May 17, 2026

Win in Rome: Sinner's title is Italian Open histor...
Jannik Sinner became the first Italian man to win the Italian Open in 50 years and in the process became the second man after Novak Djokovic to win all nine Masters 1000 events.

ESPN Sports
May 17, 2026

Kitayama's 63 at PGA Championship ties mark
Kurt Kitayama tied the lowest final round in major championship history with a 7-under 63 on Sunday at the PGA Championship.

ESPN Sports
May 17, 2026

Mets' Holmes: Surgery still an option, but unlikel...
Mets pitcher Clay Holmes said he most likely won't need surgery on his fractured right fibula, but he is not completely ruling it out.

ESPN Sports
May 17, 2026

Early look at the Avalanche-Golden Knights matchup...
Who will represent the West in the Stanley Cup Final? Get set with key stats, schedule and more.

ESPN Sports
May 17, 2026

?? Solak: Why did the Steelers re-sign Rodgers?
Does Rodgers have anything left? Will the Steelers' offense look the same as it did in 2025? And can running it back actually work for Pittsburgh?

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