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Apr 03, 2026

Tracking fifth-year options for 2023 first-rounders: Who will return in 2027?
The deadline for teams to pick up the fifth-year option on rookie contracts is May 1. Which players have had their options picked up?

ESPN Sports
Apr 03, 2026

UConn's Hurley owns up to antics: 'Not a victim'
UConn coach Dan Hurley says he is not looking for any sympathy regarding the perception of his coaching style.

ESPN Sports
Apr 03, 2026

Tide's Holloway to enroll in fall, aims to play again
Following Friday's reversal of his campus ban after his recent arrest, Alabama's Aden Holloway is planning to enroll in fall classes and hoping to rejoin the team next season pending the outcome of his legal case, his attorney told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Apr 03, 2026

Wilson committed to Aces: 'I'm not leaving Vegas'
A'ja Wilson, four-time MVP and three-time WNBA champion with the Aces, said she is "not leaving Vegas" when it comes time to sign a new deal.

ESPN Sports
Apr 03, 2026

Amid UNC talk, Lloyd agrees to new deal at Zona
Coach Tommy Lloyd has agreed to a new deal with Arizona, he announced Friday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 03, 2026

Boozer fifth freshman to win AP Player of Year
Cameron Boozer is The Associated Press men's college basketball national Player of the Year, becoming only the fifth freshman to earn the honor and the second in a row for a Duke program that keeps adding to the longest list of winners in the country.

ESPN Sports
Apr 03, 2026

Nebraska's Hoiberg named AP Coach of the Year
Nebraska's Fred Hoiberg edged out Duke's Jon Scheyer and Arizona's Tommy Lloyd for Associated Press men's basketball coach of the year honors Friday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 03, 2026

NBA playoff watch: Wolves, Sixers look to solidify spots
Only one game Friday features a pair of playoff teams. Plus, updated playoff projections and more.

ESPN Sports
Apr 03, 2026

Final NBA MVP (and ROY) straw poll: Here's who voters are picking to win
Can Wemby's late push unseat SGA? Tim Bontemps polls 100 NBA insiders for the latest MVP snapshot. Plus, a look at the race for top rookie.

ESPN Sports
Apr 03, 2026

Sources: TCU, Dykes reach multiyear extension
Sonny Dykes, who has gone 36-17 in four seasons as TCU coach, has agreed to a multiyear extension, sources told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Apr 03, 2026

Keepers, sleepers and more: Top 10 notes for next season
As the NHL season nears its end, here are the keepers, sleepers and bouncebacks to know for next season.

ESPN Sports
Apr 03, 2026

Final Four has a Carolina blue backdrop
As UNC looks for its next coach, the Final Four has taken on a Carolina blue backdrop.

ESPN Sports
Apr 03, 2026

'We want to pinch ourselves': Dusty May's full-circle return to the Final Four
Three years after helming FAU's Cinderella run to the national semifinals, May returns with Michigan.

ESPN Sports
Apr 03, 2026

Could Sarah Strong be UConn's all-time best -- and a four-time champ?
Sarah Strong had a freshman season for the record books -- and then she got better. Is another fairytale ending on the way?

ESPN Sports
Apr 03, 2026

UConn on brink of dual title appearance brings 2014 to mind
UConn men's and women's basketball are both in the Final Four. Could the school make its first dual national championship appearance since 2014? The world was quite different back then.

ESPN Sports
Apr 03, 2026

Expansion draft projections: The top player available on every team
Portland and Toronto are on the clock to start building out their rosters. These players could be picks Friday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 03, 2026

? The top men's U21 soccer players in the world
For the eighth straight year, ESPN brings you our list of the game's next young stars aged 21 or under. Who is good enough to make it?

ESPN Sports
Apr 03, 2026

Women's Final Four predictions: Who wins South Carolina-UConn, Texas-UCLA?
What will decide Friday's semifinals? Which player will have the biggest impact?

ESPN Sports
Apr 03, 2026

Draft prospects with true Round 1 grade: The 12 clear first-rounders
We'll see 32 picks in Round 1, but who actually earned the right to be there?

ESPN Sports
Apr 03, 2026

Latest NFL draft buzz: What we're hearing on Jermod McCoy's pro day, the QB3 debate
How did Jermod McCoy perform at his pro day? Who is the third-best QB in this class? Our NFL draft experts weigh in with new intel three weeks out.

ESPN Sports
Apr 03, 2026

NBA MVP straw poll: Wemby closes the gap in our final award update
Can Wemby's late push unseat SGA? Tim Bontemps polls 100 NBA insiders for the latest MVP snapshot. Plus, a look at the race for top rookie.

ESPN Sports
Apr 03, 2026

Gattuso leaves Italy job after World Cup woe
Gennaro Gattuso has left his role as Italy manager after overseeing their failure to qualify for a third consecutive World Cup.

ESPN Sports
Apr 03, 2026

NHL playoff watch: The Flyers' path to the postseason
Philly needs a win Friday -- and some help, too. Plus, full updated playoff projections after a 14-game night.

ESPN Sports
Apr 03, 2026

NHL Power Rankings: New 1-32 poll, most important remaining games
With fewer than 10 games left for all teams, here's what matchups matter the most.

ESPN Sports
Apr 03, 2026

Konnor Griffin is headed to the majors! What you need to know about Pirates' 19-year-old phenom
Pittsburgh is calling up MLB's No. 1 overall prospect. Here is what makes the shortstop so special.

ESPN Sports
Apr 03, 2026

Griffin joins Skenes, Ohtani on list of hyped MLB debuts
Griffin isn't the first top prospect to arrive in the majors to serious hype.

ESPN Sports
Apr 03, 2026

Men's turnament picks: How to bet Saturday's national semifinal games
Will the Illini get revenge for the loss to UConn back in November? Is the total too high in the late game?

ESPN Sports
Apr 03, 2026

Who are the 39 best men's U21 players in the world?
For the eighth straight year, ESPN brings you our list of the game's next young stars aged 21 or under. Who is good enough to make it?

ESPN Sports
Apr 03, 2026

The best 21 women's players, aged 21 or under
Welcome to the next generation, with representatives from the NWSL, WSL and across Europe.

ESPN Sports
Apr 03, 2026

Power Rankings: Who are the top teams one week into the season?
With baseball now underway, how much has changed since our preseason rankings?

ESPN Sports
Apr 03, 2026

117 wins? 40 different pitchers? Four themes that will dominate the Dodgers' regular season
L.A. is all about October. So what happens over the next six months? We separate fact from fiction.

ESPN Sports
Apr 03, 2026

Premier League without set-piece goals: Arsenal still first?
We crunched the numbers on how the standings would look like without goals from corners, free kicks and more.

ESPN Sports
Apr 03, 2026

Midseason review: Top players and teams halfway through the year
From LSU's struggles to Landon Hairston's impressive year, checking in on college baseball's top storylines midway through the year.

ESPN Sports
Apr 03, 2026

Weekend predictions: Man City or Liverpool in FA Cup? Can Atlético play spoiler vs. Barça?
From a big-club clash in England to a potentially decisive LaLiga matchup, another wild weekend of action awaits as Julien Laurens picks out the best games to watch in Europe.

ESPN Sports
Apr 03, 2026

The incredibly rare thing you probably missed during the Cubs' 2016 curse-breaking World Series win
While the Cubs were making history in Cleveland 10 years ago, one unique accomplishment flew well under the radar.

ESPN Sports
Apr 03, 2026

Safety 'savant' Caleb Downs to test NFL's thirst for his position
Since 2000, only eight safeties have been drafted in the top 10. Downs could challenge conventional wisdom.

ESPN Sports
Apr 03, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Four Premier League clubs want Villa star Rogers
Manchester United, Chelsea, Arsenal, and Liverpool are interested in Aston Villa midfielder Morgan Rogers. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
Apr 03, 2026

Preview and predictions: Which teams will win in the semifinals?
Here's how UConn, UCLA, South Carolina and Texas can win the NCAA title, and what might derail them.

ESPN Sports
Apr 03, 2026

Source: Luka (hamstring) set for MRI after exit
Lakers star Luka Doncic exited Thursday's loss to the Thunder early because of a strained left hamstring.

ESPN Sports
Apr 03, 2026

Luka (hamstring) set for MRI after exiting loss
Lakers star Luka Doncic exited Thursday's loss to the Thunder early because of a strained left hamstring.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Sources: KU's Bidunga to test draft, enter portal
Flory Bidunga, who projects as a second-round pick, would be the top player in the portal among the more than 800 players so far who intend to enter.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Royals' Jensen oversleeps, scratched from lineup
Catcher Carter Jensen was removed from the Royals' starting lineup for Thursday's game against the Twins after he overslept.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Tiger told deputy: 'Was just talking to president'
After crashing his SUV last week in Florida, Tiger Woods took out his phone and told a deputy, "I was just talking to the president," according to body camera footage released Thursday showing the golfer's arrest on a DUI charge.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Judge denies UVA QB Morris' request for 7th year
A Virginia circuit court judge denied Virginia quarterback Chandler Morris' request for a preliminary injunction to play a seventh season on Thursday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Rangers' ninth inning 'Rally Sombrero' leads 2026 new ballpark foods
Teams across Major League Baseball continue to raise their game when it comes to concession items.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

'Let her play': Chiefs launch petition for high school girls' flag football in Kansas
The Kansas State High School Activities Association will have a vote on April 23 to determine if girls' high school flag football will be sanctioned.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Betting odds for the Masters, future golf majors: Scheffler, McIlroy favored
Odds for next four golf majors: The Masters, PGA Championship, U.S. Open and Open Championship.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Inside the friction between Jalen Hurts and the Eagles
ESPN pulls back the curtain on what's ailing a star-studded Eagles offense, one in which its QB must evolve.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Cadeau rejoins U-M, 'fine' after allergic reaction
Michigan starting point guard Elliot Cadeau rejoined his teammates for the Final Four and said Thursday his allergic reaction that required hospitalization a day earlier was due to an accidental exposure to nuts.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Phil to miss Masters due to family health matter
Phil Mickelson announced Thursday that he won't play in next week's Masters and will be out for an extended period as his family continues to "navigate a personal health matter."

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Scouts debate the top of the NBA draft class: Peterson or Dybantsa at No. 1?
Fit over talent? Versatility over production? NBA scouts and execs break down the conversations happening at the top of the draft.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Phil to miss Masters over personal health matter
Phil Mickelson announced Thursday that he won't play in next week's Masters and will be out for an extended period as his family continues to "navigate a personal health matter."

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Not a multitasker: Lloyd focused on Zona, not UNC
Arizona head coach Tommy Lloyd said he's not a "multitasker" amid rumors tying him to the North Carolina opening as his team prepares to play Michigan in the Final Four on Saturday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Demary 90% as UConn seeks 'rings, not watches'
Silas Demary Jr., who has been hobbled with a high ankle sprain during the NCAA tournament, is expected to be at 90% for UConn's Final Four matchup vs. Illinois.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Cignetti backs Hoover after turnover dig by Dykes
Indiana coach Curt Cignetti reiterated his support for transfer quarterback Josh Hoover while responding to recent comments from TCU coach Sonny Dykes about Hoover's high turnovers total.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Two-time All-Pro, 2019 DPOY Gilmore retiring
Two-time All-Pro cornerback Stephon Gilmore announced his retirement from the NFL.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Pistons' Cunningham out at least another week
Pistons All-Star guard Cade Cunningham will be out at least another week as he continues to recover from a collapsed lung.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Just foolin': Wizards sorry about $10K shot 'skit'
The Wizards have apologized for an April Fools' "skit" in which a planted fan was seemingly tricked into believing he made a half-court shot for $10,000, saying the entire bit was scripted but that they "missed the mark."

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Michigan's 'Fab Five' part of Final 4 alt-broadcast
Michigan's "Fab Five" -- Chris Webber, Jalen Rose, Juwan Howard, Jimmy King and Ray Jackson -- will reunite as part of an alternate broadcast during Saturday's Final Four.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Files: NCSU trainer's contact 'unwelcome,' 'sexual'
A Title IX investigation found a former NC State trainer's conduct was "unwelcome and of a sexual nature" while treating a male athlete, according to documents obtained by ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Bauer returns to U.S. with minor league Ducks
Former Cy Young winner Trevor Bauer has signed with the Long Island Ducks of the Atlantic League and is scheduled to pitch opening night April 21 for the minor league team.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Konnor Griffin is headed to the majors! What you need to know about Pirates' 19-year-old
Pittsburgh is calling up MLB's No. 1 overall prospect. Here is what makes the shortstop so special.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Tournament picks: How to bet Saturday's national semifinal games
Will the Illini get revenge for the loss to UConn back in November? Is the total too high in the late game?

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Tiger surprised over DUI arrest, bodycam shows
Tiger Woods expressed astonishment as he was handcuffed after crashing his vehicle last week in Florida, according to body camera footage released Thursday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Raiders add Cousins as possible Mendoza mentor
Kirk Cousins has agreed to a contract with the Raiders, the veteran quarterback's agent announced.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Arrr you ready? Pirates call up teen phenom Griffin
The Pirates are calling up 19-year-old shortstop Konnor Griffin, the No. 1 prospect in baseball, ahead of Friday's home opener against the Orioles.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Big 12's Yormark, TT booster bicker over schedule
Big 12 commissioner Brett Yormark and Texas Tech booster Cody Campbell traded barbs this week over a scheduled Friday night game between the Red Raiders and Houston next season.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

?? Allen, Steinfeld announce birth of first child
The Buffalo Bills quarterback and the "Sinners" actress did not share the date of birth or the name of their daughter.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Docs: NCSU trainer's contact 'unwelcome,' 'sexual'
A Title IX investigation found a former NC State trainer's conduct was "unwelcome and of a sexual nature" while treating a male athlete, according to documents obtained by ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Ex-Steelers safety Dugger signing with Bengals
Safety Kyle Dugger will remain in the AFC North in 2026, signing a one-year contract with the Bengals, agent Drew Rosenhaus told ESPN's Adam Schefter on Thursday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Italy's soccer prez quits after 3rd World Cup miss
Italy's soccer federation president resigned amid political pressure on Thursday, two days after the national team failed to qualify for a third consecutive World Cup.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

MLB Power Rankings: Who are the top teams one week into the season?
With baseball now underway, how much has changed since our preseason rankings? Our Week 1 rankings tell the story.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

'You're looking at a Ferrari': Introducing Konnor Griffin, MLB's next teenage superstar
The No. 1 prospect in baseball has a chance to join exclusive company on Opening Day -- if the Pirates are willing to let him.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Iowa State hoops star Crooks entering portal
Iowa State women's basketball star Audi Crooks will be entering the transfer portal for her final year of collegiate eligibility, she announced on social media Thursday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Fanatics takes over exclusive NFL card license
A 20-year deal between Fanatics and the NFL has kicked in, consolidating the league's and players' union's trading card licenses under one company.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Veteran QB Cousins agrees to deal with Raiders
Kirk Cousins has agreed to a contract with the Raiders, the veteran quarterback's agent announced.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

The new aces? Five pitchers poised for a breakout season
Tristan H. Cockcroft takes a look at five pitchers who are likely to be on many a fantasy championship roster.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Alvarez a top-10 bat? Ohtani wins Cy Young? Perdomo for real? Don't be surprised
Eric Karabell looks into the crystal ball to tell fantasy baseball managers what might come to pass in the not-too-distant future.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Men's Final Four has a Carolina blue backdrop
As UNC looks for its next coach, the Final Four has taken on a Carolina blue backdrop.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Why Big Ten dominance might be here to stay
A title wouldn't give the conference on par with football, but it would be a big step.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

'Nobody would've believed it if there wasn't a video': Remembering Randy Johnson's bird pitch
In 2001, one of baseball's first viral moments played out on a spring training field. Those who were there relive the "Sea of Feathers" game.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

USMNT big board: Did March losses finalize Pochettino's squad?
The March international window was the last time for players to impress U.S. coach Mauricio Pochettino, so who cemented their place on his team?

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

No seats, no silence: A night inside the Clippers' Wall
Built to disrupt, the Intuit Dome's most intense section affects games in real time by turning fans into participants -- and opponents into targets.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Ranking all 48 teams at the World Cup
With the list of qualifiers complete, let's go through and assess each one.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Kit ranking: Assessing every jersey we'll see this summer
The 2026 World Cup will be the first with 48 teams. That means there'll be 96 kits on show! Here are all the ones released so far, from worst to first.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

NBA playoff watch: MVP showdown in OKC?
Luka and SGA go head-to-head. Plus, updated playoff projections, draft lottery standings after Wednesday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

? MLB Power Rankings: Top teams after week 1
With baseball now underway, how much has changed since our preseason rankings? Our Week 1 rankings tell the story.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Ranking the top 55 WNBA free agents, from MVPs to key rotation players
More than 100 players are WNBA free agents. We break down what factors are at play in the decision-making process.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Women's March Madness: The 15 best players left in the field
Wondering who to watch during this weekend's Final Four? We break down the best on the court.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Your men's Final Four guide: Illinois-UConn, Arizona-Michigan (with predictions!)
We run through every team's keys to advancing to the championship game -- and their potential fatal flaws.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Chasing history, Arizona is staying present in run to Final Four
The Wildcats are back in the national semifinals for the first time in 25 years -- but are focused on the moment.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Who will go No. 1 in June's NBA draft? Where could Boozer land? We asked execs
Fit over talent? Versatility over production? NBA scouts and execs break down the conversations happening at the top of the draft.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Wemby stays hot, doubles down on MVP chase
After putting up 41 points and 18 rebounds in a runaway win, Spurs center Victor Wembanyama reiterated that the MVP award is squarely in his sights.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Why new rules have Max Verstappen on the brink of walking away from F1
Max Verstappen predicted F1's new rule set would underwhelm, and 2026 is proving him correct, so much so that he might just quit the sport entirely.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

These flaws could hold back the draft's top QBs
We saw a lot during the college careers of the draft's top QBs. Each has something that could set them back.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Three-round NFL mock draft: Kiper, Miller, Reid and Yates rotate through the top 100 picks
We asked four draft analysts -- Mel Kiper Jr., Matt Miller, Jordan Reid and Field Yates -- to make picks in the first three rounds. Where do the top prospects land?

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

The latest on Kawhi Leonard, Steve Ballmer and the NBA's investigation into the LA Clippers
What was actually in Leonard's contract? What do league insiders think of it? Here's what we know about the allegations -- and where the investigation stands.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

'I thought it was an exploding baseball': Remembering the Randy Johnson bird pitch, 25 years later
In 2001, one of baseball's first viral moments played out on a spring training field. Those who were there relive the "Sea of Feathers" game.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

How Brandon Bussi's brother, Dylan, continues to inspire his NHL journey
The 27-year-old goalie has had a record-breaking debut season for the Hurricanes, and his brother remains in his mindset.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

NHL playoff watch: Clinching day for the Sabres, Hurricanes, Wild?
Buffalo, Carolina and Minnesota can punch playoff tickets on Thursday. Here's what to watch in a 14-game slate.

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