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May 17, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Mourinho wants Man City's R...
Jose Mourinho is pushing for Real Madrid to make Manchester City midfielder Rodri his first signing. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
May 17, 2026

Ohtani resets as little league HR keys 5-RBI night...
Back in the lineup after a few days off, Shohei Ohtani had two hits and five RBIs in Saturday night's 15-2 win over the Angels, including a wild two-run triple in which he scored following a throwing error.

ESPN Sports
May 17, 2026

If the Aaron Rodgers offense didn't work in 2025, ...
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?

ESPN Sports
May 17, 2026

Conor McGregor's return cements the best MMA summe...
UFC CEO Dana White announced that Conor McGregor is coming back, but will he make it to the Octagon in July?

ESPN Sports
May 17, 2026

McGregor returns: Looking back at the sports world...
It was announced on Saturday that the famed fighter will return to the Octagon for the first time since 2021.

ESPN Sports
May 17, 2026

Drake references LeBron James multiple times on ne...
The tension between LeBron James and Drake seems to continue in the rapper's latest album.

ESPN Sports
May 17, 2026

Ngannou blitzes Lins, stakes claim as 'best' HW
Former UFC champ Francis Ngannou made quick work of Philipe Lins on Saturday night, knocking him out in the first round before proclaiming himself the "best" heavyweight in the world.

ESPN Sports
May 17, 2026

Rousey submits Carano by armbar in 17 seconds
Ronda Rousey's first MMA fight in 10 years lasted only 17 seconds, as the former UFC champion quickly submitted Gina Carano via armbar to win their main event bout.

ESPN Sports
May 17, 2026

Goalie change fuels rally as Sabres force Game 7
Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen made 17 saves after starter Alex Lyon stopped only one of the four shots he faced, and the Buffalo Sabres roared back to defeat the Montreal Canadiens 8-3 on Saturday to force a Game 7 in this Eastern Conference semifinal series.

ESPN Sports
May 16, 2026

Facing elimination, Sabres start, pull Lyon again
Buffalo goaltender Alex Lyon started Game 6 against the Montreal Canadiens on Saturday night, with his Sabres facing elimination, but was pulled halfway into the first period after allowing three goals on three shots, giving way to Ukko-Pekka Luukkonen.

ESPN Sports
May 16, 2026

Mourinho confirms Madrid links; decision next week...
José Mourinho confirmed Saturday that his agent, Jorge Mendes, is in contact with Real Madrid over potentially returning as coach of the Spanish giants for next season.

ESPN Sports
May 16, 2026

McGregor books July 11 return against Holloway
Conor McGregor will make his much-anticipated return to the Octagon on July 11 against Max Holloway in a nontitle welterweight bout at UFC 329.

ESPN Sports
May 16, 2026

Snell set for surgery; L.A. hopeful for '26 return...
Blake Snell is scheduled to undergo surgery to remove loose bodies from his left elbow Tuesday, and the Dodgers expect him to return this season.

ESPN Sports
May 16, 2026

Grading NFL offseason deals: Did the Steelers over...
We're handing out report cards on the offseason's biggest moves, including the Steelers re-signing Aaron Rodgers.

ESPN Sports
May 16, 2026

'It's going to be such a good Sunday': Stage set f...
With 21 players within four shots of leader Alex Smalley, Sunday figures to be unpredictable and chaotic.

ESPN Sports
May 16, 2026

Cole, nearing return, reaches 99.6 mph in Triple-A...
Gerrit Cole reached 99.6 mph with his four-seam fastball and threw 86 pitches in his likely penultimate injury rehabilitation start.

ESPN Sports
May 16, 2026

Napoleon Solo bests Iron Honor to win Preakness
Napoleon Solo held off Iron Honor down the stretch to win the Preakness Stakes on Saturday, rebounding from a pair of fifth-place showings for his first victory of the year.

ESPN Sports
May 16, 2026

Sources: Rodgers to sign 1-year deal with Steelers...
Four-time MVP Aaron Rodgers is expected to return the Steelers on a one-year deal worth up to $25 million, sources told ESPN on Saturday.

ESPN Sports
May 16, 2026

Top moments from the third round of the PGA Champi...
The third round was full of incredible shots and no shortage of lead changes. Here are the best moments.

ESPN Sports
May 16, 2026

With Aaron Rodgers' return, Steelers now have a QB...
Mike McCarthy typically carries three QBs into Week 1, so who's the odd man out in this four-person QB room?

ESPN Sports
May 16, 2026

Top moments and more from the third round of the P...
Here are the best sights and sounds from Saturday's action at Aronimink Golf Club.

ESPN Sports
May 16, 2026

Phillies' Wathan makes history as fill-in manager
Dusty Wathan filled in as manager for Philadelphia's 6-0 win over Pittsburgh on Saturday while Don Mattingly attended his son Trevor's graduation from Purdue University.

ESPN Sports
May 16, 2026

Rory rallies, gets 'a little bit closer' at PGA
Rory McIlroy, the two-time reigning Masters champion who authored a slow start to the PGA Championship, climbed back into contention in the season's second major on Saturday, telling reporters that he's proud of the rally, but "there's one more day left."

ESPN Sports
May 16, 2026

'Fantastic round' earns Rahm share of PGA lead
After Saturday's third round, Ryder Cup teammates Jon Rahm and Ludvig Aberg were part of a five-way tie for the top spot at warm and blustery Aronimink Golf Club, where the PGA Championship heads into its final round on Sunday with a leaderboard logjam.

ESPN Sports
May 16, 2026

MVP MMA live: Results and analysis for Ronda Rouse...
Follow along as Ronda Rousey, Gina Carano, Nate Diaz and Francis Ngannou make their MMA returns for MVP MMA.

ESPN Sports
May 16, 2026

Cards endorse shirtless fan trend after walk-off
Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol says he welcomed the atmosphere dozens of shirtless fans brought during Friday night's win in extra innings and hoped it would continue into the weekend.

ESPN Sports
May 16, 2026

Svitolina handles Gauff for 3rd Italian Open title...
Elina Svitolina claimed her third Italian Open title Saturday, defeating American Coco Gauff, who lost in the final in Rome for the second straight year, in three sets.

ESPN Sports
May 16, 2026

Sources: Alonso agrees to become Chelsea coach
Xabi Alonso is set to be confirmed as Chelsea head coach within the next 24 hours, sources have told ESPN, after agreeing to terms to take charge at Stamford Bridge.

ESPN Sports
May 16, 2026

Celebrini shines as Canada blanks Italy at worlds
Macklin Celebrini scored twice and added an assist as Canada improved to 2-0 at the world championships with a 6-0 victory over Italy.

ESPN Sports
May 16, 2026

?? NBA intel: What's next for LeBron, others?
Tim Bontemps and Brian Windhorst canvass the league on five teams with league-altering decisions this summer.

ESPN Sports
May 16, 2026

Knicks' Anunoby: hamstring not as bad as in past
OG Anunoby practiced again Saturday with the Knicks, saying afterward that his right hamstring injury is not as bad as the one he suffered in the 2024 playoffs.

ESPN Sports
May 16, 2026

Pep: Not even 1 beer for Man City after FA Cup win...
Pep Guardiola said his Manchester City players would not be allowed "even one beer" to celebrate their FA Cup success as his attention turned immediately to the crucial Premier League clash with Bournemouth.

ESPN Sports
May 16, 2026

Copy of Love and basketball: Cooper Flagg, Arianna Roberso...
The couple shared memories of their vacation to Turks and Caicos together, confirming relationship rumors.

ESPN Sports
May 16, 2026

Semenyo's stunner seals FA Cup for Man City; Chels...
Antoine Semenyo's sublime back-heel finish was worthy of winning any cup final, while Chelsea could now miss out on Europe altogether.

ESPN Sports
May 16, 2026

Top moments and more from the third round
Here are the best sights and sounds from Saturday's action at Aronimink Golf Club.

ESPN Sports
May 16, 2026

Semenyo wins FA Cup for treble-chasing Man City
Manchester City kept alive their hopes of winning a domestic treble as Antoine Semenyo's sensational second-half finish broke Chelsea's resolve to settle the FA Cup final 1-0 at Wembley.

ESPN Sports
May 16, 2026

Chargers OC McDaniel in NFL accelerator program
The NFL's revamped accelerator program features several notable head coaching and general manager candidates -- and even a head coach from 2025 in Mike McDaniel.

ESPN Sports
May 16, 2026

Manchester City celebrate WSL success as Shaw says...
Manchester City beat West Ham and celebrated their Women's Super League title, while Bunny Shaw said goodbye with two key goals.

ESPN Sports
May 16, 2026

Pages is best fantasy bat on Dodgers? Vargas is to...
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
May 16, 2026

Tracking title races, relegation: When can Arsenal...
How are the battles for major honors, Champions League spots and relegation shaping up across the continent? Here's everything you need to know.

ESPN Sports
May 16, 2026

PGA joins Masters, U.S. Open with $20M purse
The PGA Championship is joining the Masters and U.S. Open in the $20 million-plus purse club.

ESPN Sports
May 16, 2026

The inside story of the Beer Sabre: The drinking v...
The lore of the plastic swords has been more expansive than the quantity of them in existence.

ESPN Sports
May 16, 2026

NY and NJ divisions deepen over who is the real WC...
Expense burden falls mainly on New Jersey while FIFA awards New York the top billing

ESPN Sports
May 16, 2026

Stanley Cup playoffs daily: Can the Sabres force a...
The Canadiens can close out the series on Saturday, with the Hurricanes waiting for the series winner.

ESPN Sports
May 16, 2026

The 2026 Preakness Stakes: the bets, the track and...
Need a reason to bet on all 14 horses? This is the ultimate guide to the 151st running of the Preakness.

ESPN Sports
May 16, 2026

How Florida State's Isa Torres became a record-bre...
An injury might have made it possible for the infielder to break an NCAA record.

ESPN Sports
May 16, 2026

Lewandowski to leave Barça at end of season
Robert Lewandowski announced he will leave Barcelona at the end of the season when his contract expires.

ESPN Sports
May 16, 2026

Schwarber ups HR total to 20 as Phils win wild one...
Kyle Schwarber can't really explain why he's on a tear right now. "It's a great question," the Phillies slugger said after smashing a pair of two-run homers -- boosting his season total to 20 -- during an 11-9, 10-inning victory over the Pirates.

ESPN Sports
May 16, 2026

UFL says in-game ref interviews strengthening tran...
The UFL believes in-game discussions can help focus postgame conversations on the competition rather than calls.

ESPN Sports
May 16, 2026

How a rare infection threatened DaVon Hamilton's N...
In 2023, Jaguars doctors had never seen this type of infection in an NFL player.

ESPN Sports
May 16, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Liverpool eyeing RB Leipzig...
Liverpool are looking to bring in RB Leipzig duo Yan Diomande and Antonio Nusa. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
May 16, 2026

Spurs oust Wolves in rout, set up clash with OKC
Stephon Castle had 32 points and 11 rebounds, and the Spurs ran away with a 139-109 win to close out the Wolves in six games and set up a Western Conference finals clash with the Thunder.

ESPN Sports
May 16, 2026

Injury-riddled Mets lose Holmes to fractured fibul...
Mets starting pitcher Clay Holmes suffered a fractured right fibula when he was hit by a 111.1 mph comebacker in the fourth inning against the Yankees.

ESPN Sports
May 16, 2026

Clark proud of 3-point breakthrough in OT loss
Fever star Caitlin Clark took three quarters to find her groove Friday night before carrying the Fever into overtime with a score-tying triple with 3.1 seconds left in regulation.

ESPN Sports
May 16, 2026

Takeaways: Spurs close out Timberwolves
Here's what we've learned from the Wolves-Spurs series.

ESPN Sports
May 15, 2026

Wilson torches Sun for 45 as Aces win 3rd straight...
A'ja Wilson had a dominant night, scoring 45 points on 15-of-18 shooting from the field, and the Aces rolled to their third straight win with Friday's 101-94 win over the Sun.

ESPN Sports
May 15, 2026

Pistons' huge 2nd half buries Cavs, forces Game 7
The top-seeded Pistons dominated the second half, beating the Cavaliers on Friday night to force a Game 7 in their Eastern Conference second-round series.

ESPN Sports
May 15, 2026

Follow live: Spurs in control vs. Wolves with hope...
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ESPN Sports
May 15, 2026

Takeaways: Cavs storm back in Detroit to take a 3-...
Here's what we've learned -- and what's next for the Cavs-Pistons series.

ESPN Sports
May 15, 2026

Thunder's Williams says he's healthy entering WCF
Thunder star wing Jalen Williams, who has missed the past six games due to a Grade 1 strain in his left hamstring, declared himself healthy entering the Western Conference finals.

ESPN Sports
May 15, 2026

?? Blue Devils Flagg, Roberson hard launch
The couple shared memories of their vacation to Turks and Caicos together, confirming relationship rumors.

ESPN Sports
May 15, 2026

Dodgers' Snell a latch scratch, then lands on IL
Dodgers left-hander Blake Snell was a late scratch from his second start of the season Friday at Angel Stadium because of loose bodies in his left elbow, which will sideline him indefinitely.

ESPN Sports
May 15, 2026

Smalley, McNealy atop crowded PGA leaderboard
Newcomers Alex Smalley and Maverick McNealy were each at 4-under 136 for a share of the lead at the PGA Championship on Friday, with a long list of stars on their heels through two rounds.

ESPN Sports
May 15, 2026

Follow live: Pistons in control vs. Cavs with seas...
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ESPN Sports
May 15, 2026

Looking ahead to the weekend at the PGA Championsh...
Is Scottie Scheffler the favorite? Will Aronimink continue to play hard? We break down big questions.

ESPN Sports
May 15, 2026

Liverpool's latest collapse leaves Champions Leagu...
Liverpool were looking to secure a UCL spot. But after losing to Aston Villa, they will sweat it out to qualify.

ESPN Sports
May 15, 2026

Silent Knights: Media freeze-out costs VGK, Torts
The NHL has stripped the Golden Knights of their second-round pick and fined coach John Tortorella $100,000 for the team's decision to avoid speaking to the media after its series-clinching win over the Ducks.

ESPN Sports
May 15, 2026

Kerr on return to Warriors: 'I have to be better'
In his first media availability since deciding to return to the Golden State Warriors for a 13th season, Steve Kerr was critical of the job he did in his 12th season as the head coach.

ESPN Sports
May 15, 2026

Villa clinch UCL spot to leave Liverpool's in doub...
Aston Villa secured qualification for next season's Champions League with a 4-2 win over Liverpool at Villa Park on Friday, which left the Merseyside club's place in Europe's premier competition still in doubt.

ESPN Sports
May 15, 2026

Weighing the impact of each of the nine bye weeks ...
With the schedule revealed, we look at the potential pitfalls, quirks, and reveal if Bye-maggedon will be upon us.

ESPN Sports
May 15, 2026

Five-star analysis: How Texas A&M's four top commi...
There are 21 five-star players in the class and we scout each one's game for the next level.

ESPN Sports
May 15, 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 15, 2026

MLB Power Rankings: A new No. 1! Who replaced the ...
Move over, L.A -- there's a new team atop our list in Week 7 thanks to a red-hot offense.

ESPN Sports
May 15, 2026

Scheffler, field navigating 'absurd' hole location...
Scottie Scheffler stopped just short of calling the setup at Aronimink for the PGA Championship unfair while acknowledging he's not necessarily enjoying the experience.

ESPN Sports
May 15, 2026

Michigan men: Woodson Jr. tabs dad's Wolverines
Four-star defensive back Charles Woodson Jr. has committed to Michigan, where his father was a two-time All-American and the winner of the 1997 Heisman Trophy.

ESPN Sports
May 15, 2026

Ex-ACU player banned for allegedly fixing games
A former Abilene Christian men's basketball player was permanently banned by the NCAA on Friday for allegedly helping rig basketball games for sports bettors.

ESPN Sports
May 15, 2026

Yanks' Fried headed to 15-day IL with bone bruise
The New York Yankees will place pitcher Max Fried on the 15-day injured list with a left elbow bruise, the team announced Friday.

ESPN Sports
May 15, 2026

Suspect arrested in shooting of Missouri's Hardy
A 20-year-old man wanted in connection to the shooting of Missouri football star Ahmad Hardy at an outdoor concert in Mississippi has been arrested.

ESPN Sports
May 15, 2026

What's next for the 2025 draft class? Solak answer...
Should Travis Hunter play only defense? Can Ashton Jeanty and Emeka Egbuka break out? Is Will Campbell's role in danger? And what's next for Nick Emmanwori?

ESPN Sports
May 15, 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 15, 2026

NFL pushes back on criticism of streaming games
The NFL is defending its expanded lineup of games on streaming platforms amid criticism from President Donald Trump and scrutiny from the U.S. Justice Department.

ESPN Sports
May 15, 2026

NFL sees Wednesday play as 'only good' for fans
Increased ratings and the league's focus on holiday seasons could lead to more games on nontraditional days, NFL officials say.

ESPN Sports
May 15, 2026

Rousey, Carano on weight for 1st MVP MMA card
Ronda Rousey, Gina Carano, Nate Diaz and Francis Ngannou all made weight for their respective bouts on MVP's inaugural MMA card set to air Saturday on Netflix.

ESPN Sports
May 15, 2026

Back soon? Skubal tossing 2 weeks post-surgery
Tigers left-hander Tarik Skubal is playing catch, just two weeks after having surgery on his pitching elbow, sparking hope in Detroit that the team's ace could be back sooner than expected.

ESPN Sports
May 15, 2026

Hughes 'definitely open' to extension with Wild
Eligible to sign a contract extension July 1, star defenseman Quinn Hughes says he is "definitely open" to reaching a deal to remain with the Wild.

ESPN Sports
May 15, 2026

Underwood gets new deal after Final Four run
Illinois and coach Brad Underwood have agreed to new financial terms on his current six-year contract that runs through 2031-32, and the deal could extend through 2035-36 based on the team's performance over the next four seasons.

ESPN Sports
May 15, 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 15, 2026

Mets' makeover vs. run-it-back Yankees: What's wor...
With the first Subway Series of the season upon us, we take a look at two teams with very different philosophies.

ESPN Sports
May 15, 2026

Why the 2026 NFL schedule benefits the Lions and E...
Mike Clay reacts with the players and teams most helped and hurt by the 2026 NFL schedule.

ESPN Sports
May 15, 2026

How all 32 NFL teams unveiled their 2026 schedules...
From memes to mini movies, all 32 teams brought their A-games with clever schedule reveal posts.

ESPN Sports
May 15, 2026

?? NFL schedule overreactions: Tough for Bears?
How could strength of schedule impact postseason hopes for the Bears, Bengals and Chiefs? Does the Dolphins' slate point to them landing the top draft pick?

ESPN Sports
May 15, 2026

Top-10 7-foot junior Hill commits to Boilermakers
Top-10 junior Isaiah Hill committed to Purdue on Friday, becoming the highest-ranked prospect to commit to the Boilermakers since the ESPN recruiting database began in 2007.

ESPN Sports
May 15, 2026

Sources: Man Utd, Carrick in talks on coach deal
Manchester United are progressing with talks with Michael Carrick about taking the head coach's job permanently, sources have told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
May 15, 2026

How an amputee cornhole pro's friendship unraveled into a killing
One was a quadruple amputee and cornhole pro, the other a recent father. How did their friendship end in a killing?

ESPN Sports
May 15, 2026

Food for thought? eBay user pays $9 million for pr...
The user paid $9,000,100 to win a private lunch with the Warriors star and legendary investor.

ESPN Sports
May 15, 2026

Sights, sounds and more second-round moments
Here is the best of the action from Friday at Aronimink Golf Club.

ESPN Sports
May 15, 2026

The familiar legends teaching the young Spurs: Why...
From Pop to Tim Duncan, Manu Ginobili and David Robinson, team legends are teaching this inexperienced squad the "Spurs Way."

ESPN Sports
May 15, 2026

Sources: Man Utd to offer coaching job to Carrick
Manchester United are progressing with talks with Michael Carrick about taking the head coach's job permanently, sources have told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
May 15, 2026

Turner: No fines from Rivers; Giannis always late
Bucks center Myles Turner said on his podcast that former coach Doc Rivers "didn't fine anybody ever" and that Giannis Antetokounmpo would "show up whenever he wants."

ESPN Sports
May 15, 2026

Why the Aces are ready to run it back (again)
What keeps the Aces inspired after three titles in four years and A'ja Wilson's WNBA-record four MVP awards?

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