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Jun 24, 2026

World Cup Daily: Swiss beat Canada to top Group B;...
We are now down to the final round of group stage matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where all teams from the same group will be playing at the same time.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Canada remain a work in progress as the World Cup ...
Canada's sobering loss to Switzerland meant they lost a golden opportunity to play a round-of-32 game in front of their home fans.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Miami lands pair of coveted recruits for '28, '29
Miami coach Mario Cristobal secured a pair of coveted recruits for the future Wednesday with commitments from 2028 offensive tackle Kweli Fielder and class of 2029 quarterback CJ Cypher.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Vini Jr. leads Brazil rout of Scotland to top grou...
Brazil secured the top spot in Group C as Vinícius Júnior inspired them to a 3-0 win over Scotland to leave the Tartan Army's hopes hanging by a thread.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Pochettino won't 'risk' USMNT players on yellows
United States manager Mauricio Pochettino said his four players on yellow cards won't start Thursday's match against Türkiye to avoid the possibility of being suspended for the round of 32 match on July 1.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Follow live: Knicks select Ohio State's Bruce Thor...
Tune in to ESPN to watch how the second round of the NBA draft plays out.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Changes to FBS practice, portal windows proposed
The Division I Football Oversight Committee is proposing changes to the offseason and preseason practice schedules, and a shorter transfer portal window, which could go into effect for the 2027 season.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Canada in WC knockouts, miss chance to top group
Canada lost home advantage as World Cup co-hosts after a 2-1 defeat against Switzerland denied Jesse Marsch's team top spot in Group B.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Aiyuk: I'll sign with Commanders if 49ers cut me
Brandon Aiyuk continued his push to become a member of the Commanders on Wednesday, saying in a video posted to Instagram that if the 49ers release him, he will sign with Washington "tomorrow."

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Bickerstaff: Nori's Blazers deal a 'slap in the fa...
J.B. Bickerstaff, coach of the Pistons and president of the National Basketball Coaches Association, calls the structure of new Trail Blazers coach Micah Nori's contract a "slap in the face to our value."

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Suit alleges NCAA rule unfair to HS Class of '22
Less than 24 hours after the NCAA Division I Cabinet approved a monumental change in eligibility rules, a group of 15 college basketball players filed a lawsuit iclaiming the new age-based model unfairly shuts them out of further competition.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Follow live: Vinícius Júnior's brace doubles Brazi...
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ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

WNBA Power Rankings: Atlanta replaces New York for...
Atlanta is on top with a little help from Washington's unexpected three-game win streak and chaos elsewhere.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

What do Caps' additions mean for Ovechkin? NHL dra...
The first round is Friday. Our reporters pass along the latest intel they're hearing from around the league.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Switzerland hold off Canada to secure top spot in ...
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ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

What do Caps' additions mean for Ovechkin? And who...
The first round is Friday. Our reporters pass along the latest intel they're hearing from around the league.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Sources: Caps get Sabres' Tuch, add 8-year deal
Veteran forward Alex Tuch is getting an eight-year extension averaging $10.5 million a year from the Capitals after a trade with the Sabres, sources told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Fever's Boston, Clark top WNBA All-Star fan voting...
Indiana Fever teammates Aliyah Boston and Caitlin Clark are the leaders after the second fan returns in 2026 WNBA All-Star voting, the league announced Wednesday.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Jaguars, TE Strange agree to 3-year extension
The Jaguars and tight end Brenton Strange have agreed to terms on a three-year extension worth up to $48 million and including $25 million guaranteed, agents Jim Ivler, JR Roggio and Jon Perzley told NFL Network's Mike Garafolo and Tom Pelissero.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Pulisic ready, 'hoping to play' for U.S. vs. Türki...
United States men's national team attacker Christian Pulisic said he's ready to play in the USMNT's group stage finale on Thursday, but added he's "probably not ready" to play 90 minutes.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Jeff Passan hands out unexpected MLB awards before...
Who has caught our attention with the most amazing -- or embarrassing moments this season?

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Copy of Four paws, dream opportunity: Miami Marlins seek d...
The dog had to watch another four-legged mate eat in front of it and Miami wants to do what's right.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Taylor Swift makes Tight End University appearance...
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ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Shields to face unified middleweight champ Scott
Claressa Shields, the undisputed women's heavyweight champion, will move down three divisions to challenge unified middleweight champion Kaye Scott for her WBA and WBC titles on Aug. 15.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Cubs lose two starters as Brown, Cabrera to IL
Cubs right-hander Ben Brown is joining fellow righty Edward Cabrera on the sideline, as both pitchers have been placed on the 15-day injured list.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

?? NHL draft big board: McKenna, Stenberg ...?
The first round begins Friday. Which players will hear their names called? Here's our final updated rankings list.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Mets move scuffling Senga to bullpen after loss
Mets manager Carlos Mendoza said right-hander Kodai Senga has been demoted to the bullpen and did not rule out of the possibility of left fielder Juan Soto going on the injured list after he exited Tuesday's game with back tightness.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Buzz: Is MarShawn Lloyd being underrated in early ...
MarShawn Lloyd is the top Packers insurance back as he recovers from last season's injury, but when should you draft him?

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Grades for every NBA free agent signing: What the ...
We're grading the biggest NBA free agent signings and extensions, including Austin Reaves' new deal with the Lakers.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Grading big NBA trades: Who fared best in the Wolv...
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ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Sparks' Plum out 4 weeks with left leg injury
The Los Angeles Sparks announced that Kelsey Plum will be out for at least four weeks with a lower left leg injury.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Lakers' Reaves intends to sign a $185M extension
Lakers star Austin Reaves intends to sign a four-year, $185 million maximum contract to return to the franchise, with a player option for the final season in 2029-30, sources tell ESPN's Shams Charania.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

?? NHL draft big board: McKenna, Stenberg...?
The first round begins Friday. Which players will hear their names called? Here's our final updated rankings list.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Biggest takeaways, remaining questions about PGA T...
The PGA Tour announced sweeping changes starting in 2028. What's new, what questions still remain to be answered and how it will all impact the tour moving forward.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Biggest World Cup winners and losers after all 48 ...
The USMNT is on the up, but what's up with Lionel Messi and penalties? And why aren't long shots going in?

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Grading big NBA trades: Who fared best in the Timb...
We're grading the biggest NBA trades of the offseason, including the three-team deal that saw Julius Randle land in Brooklyn.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

What we're hearing on 32 NFL contract negotiations...
Our reporters have the latest buzz on 32 contract extension candidates -- one from every team -- and their potential new deals.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Olympians to get grants from IOC's $100M fund
The International Olympic Committee committed Wednesday to paying more than $100 million directly to athletes, creating a fund for $10,000 grants they can apply for after competing at a Summer Games or Winter Games.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

USMNT's Balogun has the World Cup, Europe's bigges...
With two goals in two games, Folarin Balogun is among the leading scorers at this World Cup, drawing interest from some of Europe's biggest clubs.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Power Rankings after two games: Who is No. 1 as U....
All 48 teams have played twice, so what do our writers and experts think the field of favorites looks like?

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

First-half relief pitcher MVPs, busts and waiver w...
Everything fantasy baseball managers need to know about which closers should be added, dropped and more.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Teams with rising fantasy value, players to target...
Eight fantasy signs to watch, including which teams are abundant with fantasy value.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Draft-order Olympics and three other ways to make ...
Want to add extra enjoyment to your fantasy league? Daniel Dopp offers a handful of ideas to spice things up.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Olney: How ABS has helped propel a left-handed-hit...
Left-handers are crushing the ball in 2026 -- and MLB's new automated ball-strike challenge system might be part of the reason why.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

World Cup Daily: Messi turns 39 with midnight work...
We are now down to the final round of group stage matches at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, where all teams from the same group will be playing at the same time.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

World Cup VAR review: Why England were lucky not t...
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ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

2027 Women's World Cup: Power Rankings, questions,...
The FIFA Women's World Cup kicks off in Brazil on June 24, 2027, and, so far, 14 out of the 32 teams have secured their ticket already.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Pochettino: USMNT complacency was a 'big punch'
USMNT coach Mauricio Pochettino admitted he felt 'naïve' about the program's complacency when he took over in 2024, but his efforts to transform the team have paid off with a dominant start to the 2026 World Cup.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

USMNT's success brings dilemma: Rotate squad, or t...
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ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Let's project every Round 2 pick: Our NBA mock dra...
Who are the best players still on the board -- and where could they go? We project Round 2 picks.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

'Crying long before the anthems': A week in the life of a 2026 World Cup player
What is it like to be one of the 1,200 players at this World Cup? Curacao forward Gervane Kastaneer reveals what life is really like during soccer's biggest tournament.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Why Real Madrid spent so much to land Sweden star ...
Real Madrid have reportedly spent a new world record fee to land teenage striker Felicia Schröder.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua FAQ: The biggest que...
Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua have been linked for years. We break down where talks stand, and what it will take to make the fight happen.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Where's the love? Criminally underrated players to...
How are these guys not on your team? A quartet of underrated players that should be added to rosters.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Can Georgia (or another SEC team) get its national...
Three seasons have passed without a championship from the SEC, but as always, there are plenty of contenders.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Final 2026 NHL draft big board: McKenna, Stenberg ...
The first round begins Friday. Which players will hear their names called? Here's our final updated rankings list.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Now or never for Burrow! Make-or-break for Stroud!...
Do the Bengals have their best shot at a Super Bowl? Could the Texans pass on an extension for C.J. Stroud?

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

The latest on 32 NFL contract extension negotiatio...
Our reporters have the latest buzz on 32 contract extension candidates -- one from every team -- and their potential new deals.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

The World Cup's biggest winners and losers: From t...
All 48 teams in the World Cup have played exactly two games, so we look at the players and nations who were winners and losers.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Barnwell picks 'best male soccer player' Champions...
Let's look back through history and name the top men's soccer player in the world for every year since 1979. Which 17 players have held the championship belt?

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

?? Boozer, Dybantsa lead top NBA draft night fits
The NBA's next generation of players arrived in style for the 2026 draft in Brooklyn.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

PLL Power Rankings ahead of Week 6: Redwoods move ...
The standings are a jumbled mess, but California has emerged as an early favorite.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

2026 college baseball wrap-up: Favorite MCWS momen...
We recap the 2026 postseason and look ahead to next year's tournament.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

How to bet the Travelers Championship: Load up on ...
All of the traits that bettors should be looking for at TPC River Highlands and the best bets to make.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Copy of Transfer rumors, news: Chelsea close on Atalanta d...
Darío Osorio has drawn comparisons to Alexis Sánchez, so naturally Arsenal are interested in the Chile international. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Celtics' Stevens: Brown remains 'big part of us'
Amid reported trade talks for Jaylen Brown, Celtics president of basketball operations Brad Stevens said Tuesday night that the star forward remains "valued" by the organization.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Bucks GM mum on Giannis, emphasizes 'building'
With the trade of superstar Giannis Antetokounmpo to the Heat not yet official, Bucks GM Jon Horst declined to talk specifics -- but repeatedly emphasized "a theme of building" after the team drafted Brayden Burries and Nate Ament on Tuesday night.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Dubs' Lendeborg 'used to hate Steph' as Kyrie fan
A decade after watching the evolution of the rivalry between the Warriors and Cavs, Michigan wing Yaxel Lendeborg was drafted by Golden State with the 11th pick Tuesday and admitted at the podium: "I'm a big Kyrie guy. So I used to hate Steph Curry."

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Round 2 NBA mock draft: Stacking the best availabl...
Who are the best players still on the board -- and where could they go? We project Round 2 picks.

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Biggest winners -- and question marks -- from Roun...
Our ESPN draft insiders break down twists, turns and trades of Tuesday's first round of NBA draft

ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

AJ Dybantsa selected No. 1, Jazz take Peterson at ...
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ESPN Sports
Jun 24, 2026

Athletics' Gelof exits after hand spiked by cleat
Athletics infielder Zack Gelof left Tuesday night's game in the second inning with a gruesome injury after the Giants' Matt Chapman stepped on Gelof's right hand during an awkward tag play at second base.

ESPN Sports
Jun 23, 2026

Devers apologized to Vitello: 'A misunderstanding'...
Giants first baseman Rafael Devers apologized to manager Tony Vitello and said his actions at first base in the ninth inning of San Francisco's one-run loss to Miami on Sunday are being "blown out of proportion."

ESPN Sports
Jun 23, 2026

Ghana: 'VAR went for coffee' to aid 'lucky' Englan...
Ghana boss Carlos Queiroz joked that the video assistant referee must have gone for a coffee after saying England escaped a penalty and red card in Tuesday's goalless World Cup stalemate.

ESPN Sports
Jun 23, 2026

Johnson reunites with May, goes No. 9 to Mavs
Michigan forward Morez Johnson Jr. was taken with the ninth pick by the Mavs and his former coach at Michigan, Dusty May, and was one of three Wolverines to go in the lottery along with Yaxel Lendeborg and Aday Mara.

ESPN Sports
Jun 23, 2026

'The City is Ready': Trae Young welcomes AJ Dybant...
The Washington star welcomed the No. 1 pick to the nation's capital and appeared to tease a future conversation about jersey numbers.

ESPN Sports
Jun 23, 2026

Bulls boost frontcourt, take UNC's Wilson at No. 4...
The Bulls used the fourth overall pick on North Carolina's Caleb Wilson, considered perhaps the best athlete with one of the highest upsides in this year's draft.

ESPN Sports
Jun 23, 2026

Bills great Kelly recently had stroke, feels 'good...
Jim Kelly said he suffered a stroke this spring and subsequently spent a few days in the hospital, but added that he currently feels "really good."

ESPN Sports
Jun 23, 2026

Copy of ?? Boozer, Dybantsa lead NBA draft night fits
The NBA's next generation of players arrived in style for the 2026 draft in Brooklyn.

ESPN Sports
Jun 23, 2026

Jayhawks' Peterson lands with Jazz at No. 2 pick
Kansas guard Darryn Peterson, who had been considered a potential No. 1 pick, wound up with the Jazz as the second pick of the 2026 NBA draft.

ESPN Sports
Jun 23, 2026

Rebuilding Grizzlies nab Duke's Boozer at No. 3
Memphis took another step toward its next era with the selection of Cameron Boozer, a move that could accelerate the club's reset.

ESPN Sports
Jun 23, 2026

Follow live: AJ Dybantsa selected No. 1, Jazz take...
Tune in to ABC and ESPN to watch how the first round of the NBA draft plays out.

ESPN Sports
Jun 23, 2026

Wizards opt for BYU's Dybantsa with No. 1 pick
The Wizards ushered in a new era by drafting AJ Dybantsa first overall, selecting him over Kansas' Darryn Peterson.

ESPN Sports
Jun 23, 2026

USMNT's World Cup success brings dilemma: Rotate t...
The USMNT has clinched a spot in the World Cup knockouts, so should the team rotate in its final Group D match or stay consistent?

ESPN Sports
Jun 23, 2026

2026 NBA draft: Boozer, Dybantsa turn heads with d...
The NBA's next generation of players arrived in style for the 2026 draft in Brooklyn.

ESPN Sports
Jun 23, 2026

Copy of Ronaldo underlines legacy, importance to Portugal ...
"Why does Cristiano Ronaldo still start?" was a valid question after his dud vs. Congo DR, but he answered it emphatically in Portugal's win on Tuesday.

ESPN Sports
Jun 23, 2026

Worries exposed for England as Kane looks lost and...
England's stats vs. Ghana were dominant -- more possession, more shots, more passes -- but the goals never came, raising concerns for this World Cup.

ESPN Sports
Jun 23, 2026

Wetzel: NFL's denial of Sorsby sends the right mes...
The NFL sent a powerful reminder to Sorsby and others: Sports wagering can bring significant repercussions.

ESPN Sports
Jun 23, 2026

Answering five questions on Brendan Sorsby's optio...
What's next for Brendan Sorsby with no NFL supplemental draft? Could he return to college?

ESPN Sports
Jun 23, 2026

Inside the Bills' new $2.1 billion stadium: Heated...
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ESPN Sports
Jun 23, 2026

Kane's late miss sees England frustrated by Ghana
Harry Kane missed a golden late chance as England's World Cup campaign was brought back to Earth with a goalless draw against Ghana at Gillette Stadium on Tuesday.

ESPN Sports
Jun 23, 2026

Ex-Olympic skier Miller arrested on drug charges
Bode Miller, one of the most decorated Alpine skiers in American history, was arrested earlier this month in Idaho on two drug charges.

ESPN Sports
Jun 23, 2026

Hammon won't apologize, says Brunson 'outlier'
Aces coach Becky Hammon acknowledged Tuesday that Knicks star Jalen Brunson has put himself in a unique class of players, but didn't back off her general stance that small guards generally don't lead teams to NBA championships.

ESPN Sports
Jun 23, 2026

Senators land Eklund from Sharks for No. 9 pick
The Senators acquired left winger William Eklund, prospect Kasper Halttunen and the rights to prospect Brandon Svoboda from the Sharks for the No. 9 pick in this week's NHL Draft.

ESPN Sports
Jun 23, 2026

In a World Cup on home soil, El Tri is making Mexi...
At Qatar 2022, there was a divide between Mexico and the country they represented. That's all changed at this World Cup on home soil.

ESPN Sports
Jun 23, 2026

Oregon QB Dante Moore on Tokyo billboards ahead of...
The Ducks are in Japan this week for the Tokyo Oregon Football Showcase, and part of the promotion is Dante Moore on billboards.

ESPN Sports
Jun 23, 2026

Night of Champions: How to watch, schedule on ESPN...
WWE Night of Champions will take place Saturday at 1 p.m. ET. It's sure to be a night of chaos at Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

ESPN Sports
Jun 23, 2026

NHL trade grades: Report cards for Devils, Flames ...
The summer trade season is heating up! Find grades for each GM involved in all the big swaps here.

ESPN Sports
Jun 23, 2026

Bilas' top NBA draft prospects: Most talented, bes...
Who should be No. 1? Who is the best guard after Darryn Peterson? Jay Bilas highlights 11 top prospects.

ESPN Sports
Jun 23, 2026

Cabinet OK's 5-year, age-based eligibility for D-I...
The NCAA Division I Cabinet unanimously approved a new five-year, age-based eligibility model. This marks a win for the NCAA as it attempts to bring consistency to the landscape.

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