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Jul 08, 2026

'Time has come': Verlander to retire after season
Three-time Cy Young winner and 2011 American League MVP Justin Verlander, the oldest active player in the major leagues at 43, will retire after the 2026 season.

ESPN Sports
Jul 08, 2026

NCAA opens probe of Sorsby's time at Cincinnati
The NCAA has sent a letter of inquiry to Cincinnati centered on former quarterback Brendan Sorsby's time with the program, sources told ESPN Wednesday.

ESPN Sports
Jul 08, 2026

Regan, ex-MLB pitcher and coach, dies at age 89
Phil Regan, a former major league pitcher and longtime pitching coach, has died at age 89.

ESPN Sports
Jul 08, 2026

Marcotti's Mini World Cup Musings: Messi is supern...
After 28 days of games, Wednesday is the first rest day of the 2026 World Cup: the perfect opportunity to reflect on four weeks of fabulous football.

ESPN Sports
Jul 08, 2026

Meet your quarterfinalists! How they got here, top...
And then there were eight. Four weeks after the World Cup began, the quarterfinals start on Thursday with each team three wins away from lifting the trophy.

ESPN Sports
Jul 08, 2026

?? Broncos' playoff run: 15 days with Sean Payton
Senior writer Seth Wickersham spent two weeks with NFL football coach Sean Payton ahead of the Denver Broncos-New England Patriots AFC Championship Game.

ESPN Sports
Jul 08, 2026

British wild card Fery shocks 9-seed at Wimbledon
British wild card Arthur Fery, a two-time All-American at Stanford who grew up about a mile away from the All England Club, shocked No. 9 seed Flavio Cobolli 6-4, 7-6 (4), 6-0 to reach the Wimbledon semifinals on Wednesday.

ESPN Sports
Jul 08, 2026

Egypt FA: Can't be silent on Argentina ref calls
The Egyptian FA has said it "cannot remain silent regarding the refereeing decisions" following the team's round-of-16 loss to Argentina at the World Cup.

ESPN Sports
Jul 08, 2026

$60 million and not much to show for it: Can Kyle ...
The Dodgers' right fielder is making $60 million this year -- but he hasn't played like it. At least not yet.

ESPN Sports
Jul 08, 2026

Ohtani, Witt and ... Pete Alonso! First-half MVPs ...
We name each club's top performer so far -- and how many All-Stars they'd have in a perfect world.

ESPN Sports
Jul 08, 2026

McGregor says he's the UFC's featherweight GOAT
Conor McGregor is fighting Max Holloway as a welterweight in UFC 329, but he believes a win would firmly cement him as the greatest featherweight of all time.

ESPN Sports
Jul 08, 2026

ACC officiating supervisor Riveron steps down
ACC supervisor of officials Al Riveron announced Wednesday he is stepping down after four years in the role.

ESPN Sports
Jul 08, 2026

Ex-ESPN writer Bontemps joins Hawks front office
Former ESPN senior NBA writer Tim Bontemps has been hired for a front office role with the Atlanta Hawks.

ESPN Sports
Jul 08, 2026

Over 9K players in WSOP chasing $10M top prize
Over 9,000 players are entered in the World Series of Poker, chasing a top prize of $10 million.

ESPN Sports
Jul 08, 2026

July recruiting storylines: Marcus Spears Jr. chal...
As coaches descend on circuits to watch the next crop of college stars, we're watching these storylines.

ESPN Sports
Jul 08, 2026

Stats behind Best Athlete - Women's Sports nominee...
A'ja Wilson, Hilary Knight and more. The numbers behind this year's ESPYS Best Athlete - Women's Sports nominees.

ESPN Sports
Jul 08, 2026

Stats behind Best Athlete - Men's Sports nominees
Jalen Brunson, Lionel Messi and more. The numbers behind this year's ESPYS Best Athlete - Men's Sports nominees.

ESPN Sports
Jul 08, 2026

WNBA All-Star roster breakdown: Snubs, MVP predict...
Who should have been named a WNBA All-Star? Who might be the first pick? Will there be a Bueckers-Malonga alley-oop?

ESPN Sports
Jul 08, 2026

Six charts that explain Conor McGregor's impact beyond his title reigns
Conor McGregor's UFC title runs were brief. These six charts show why his impact wasn't.

ESPN Sports
Jul 08, 2026

Blame Pochettino if you want, but these USMNT play...
U.S. fans expected more out of the USMNT's expensive, famous coach at the World Cup, but there was one problem: the players.

ESPN Sports
Jul 08, 2026

Coco Gauff vs. Karolina Muchova: Who will win?
It's a clash of firepower in this Wimbledon semifinal. Is it finally Muchova's time -- or will Gauff's experience pay off?

ESPN Sports
Jul 08, 2026

The 30 players you need to watch at Vegas summer l...
These are the rookies and veteran players to keep an eye on as the NBA descends on Las Vegas for summer league.

ESPN Sports
Jul 08, 2026

Dump Dansby? Get some Guardians? Second-half moves...
Let's take a closer look at the second-half schedule to see if some teams have players to grab -- or to be avoided.

ESPN Sports
Jul 08, 2026

Meet your World Cup quarterfinalists! How they got...
And then there were eight. Four weeks after the World Cup began, the quarterfinals start on Thursday with each team three wins away from lifting the trophy.

ESPN Sports
Jul 08, 2026

The 8 most important players of the World Cup quar...
The World Cup field has been whittled down to eight teams, and individual superstars are more influential at this point in the tournament.

ESPN Sports
Jul 08, 2026

Final 2026 MLB draft rankings: Top 250 prospects
The MLB draft is Saturday! Here's how this year's best players stack up.

ESPN Sports
Jul 08, 2026

'I'm sure we broke some rules': MLB stars' draft-d...
From first-rounders to a player taken in a round that no longer exists, major leaguers recall the moment they got picked.

ESPN Sports
Jul 08, 2026

Can Kyle Tucker turn his season around?
The Dodgers' right fielder is making $60 million this year -- but he hasn't played like it. At least not yet.

ESPN Sports
Jul 08, 2026

First-half MVPs for all 30 MLB teams
We name each club's top performer so far -- and how many All-Stars they'd have in a perfect world.

ESPN Sports
Jul 08, 2026

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

ESPN Sports
Jul 08, 2026

Rankings for 2026 season: PPR, IDP and dynasty lea...
Fantasy football rankings for the upcoming season, for PPR leagues, as well as IDP and dynasty setups.

ESPN Sports
Jul 08, 2026

Let's face it: The USMNT's coach doesn't matter --...
U.S. fans expected more out of the USMNT's expensive, famous coach at the World Cup, but there was one problem: the players.

ESPN Sports
Jul 08, 2026

What we're hearing after the first week of NBA fre...
The latest updates on the NBA biggest free agents, and what next for Lakers, Bucks and others after major moves.

ESPN Sports
Jul 08, 2026

Which NFL players could break out in 2026? One ear...
Big year for Luther Burden III? Step forward for Calen Bullock? Opportunity for Nic Scourton to step up? And Ashton Jeanty delivering on expectations in Year 2?

ESPN Sports
Jul 08, 2026

Ranking the NFL's top edge rushers: Execs, coaches...
Who are the best edge rushers in the NFL right now? Evaluators around the league ranked the top 10 in our annual position-by-position series.

ESPN Sports
Jul 08, 2026

WSOP main event: Sunday entries nearly doubles fie...
MIchael Mizrachi was among several notable players to avoid elimination on Day 2ABC of the 2026 WSOP main event.

ESPN Sports
Jul 08, 2026

World Cup Daily live: Tournament's 3,000th goal on...
Enjoy all the features, news, video analysis and color from around the competition as we have our final eight teams of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

ESPN Sports
Jul 08, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: PSG, Spurs, Chelsea eye USM...
Paris Saint-Germain, Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea are vying for the signature of USMNT and Monaco striker Folarin Balogun. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
Jul 08, 2026

Irked Wheeler lets All-Star snub fuel Phils' win
On a day when Major League Baseball unveiled a list of All-Star replacements that did not include Zack Wheeler, the annoyed 36-year-old righty tied a career high with 14 strikeouts, as the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Cincinnati Reds 4-1 on Tuesday.

ESPN Sports
Jul 08, 2026

Royals' Tolbert (12 ABs, 12 hits) ties MLB record
Tyler Tolbert of the Royals tied a major league record with hits in 12 consecutive plate appearances, reaching the mark with an infield single in a 16-12 win over the Mets on Tuesday night.

ESPN Sports
Jul 08, 2026

Sources: Grizz land Post after Dubs don't match
The Warriors will not match the three-year, $30 million offer sheet for reserve center Quinten Post, allowing the restricted free agent to join the Grizzlies.

ESPN Sports
Jul 08, 2026

??Lions WR St. Brown announces engagement
St. Brown proposed aboard a flower-lined yacht, with the couple sharing the news on social media.

ESPN Sports
Jul 08, 2026

Tatum: 'Tough' to see Brown go but proud of era
Jayson Tatum reflected on the "abrupt ending" of his longtime partnership with Jaylen Brown while appreciating what the pair accomplished together.

ESPN Sports
Jul 08, 2026

Yankees make history, strike out 17 times again
In a 6-4 loss to the Rays on Tuesday night, the Yankees whiffed 17 times to become the first team in American League history to hit that mark in consecutive nine-inning games.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Copy of Ahead of Argentina test, Switzerland will look to ...
Switzerland continue to write World Cup history after eliminating Colombia and will aim for another memorable achievement against Argentina in the quarterfinals.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

NBA buzz: LeBron's top landing spots, Middleton to...
We're tracking deals, trades and buzz across the NBA, including Donovan Mitchell agreeing to an extension with the Cavs.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Wiz reunite with Mavs' Middleton in sign-and-trade...
The Washington Wizards are bringing back veteran Khris Middleton on a three-year, $17.6 million contract via a sign-and-trade deal, his agent told ESPN's Shams Charania.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

O'Hearn drives in 10, breaking Pirates' record
Pittsburgh Pirates first baseman Ryan O'Hearn, in his first season with the franchise, made history Tuesday night, setting a club record by driving in 10 runs on three home runs in a convincing 12-4 victory over the Atlanta Braves at PNC Park.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Texas Tech's QB questions and what happens in the ...
Even with the change at QB, the Red Raiders are the team to beat, but contenders are out there.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Live NHL free agency tracker: Contract details for...
Get up to speed on all the latest veteran additions teams are making beginning on June 30.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

LIV, others sued over world golf league concept
The English companies that claim they first conceived the idea of a world golf league are seeking between $210 million and $630 million in damages, according to court records.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Sources: Pistons trade LeVert to Bucks for Prince
The Pistons are trading Caris LeVert and two second-round picks to the Bucks for Taurean Prince and Gary Harris, sources told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Swiss overcome penalty 'curse' to oust Colombia
Switzerland manager Murat Yakin expressed his delight at breaking the country's penalty "curse" after beating Colombia in a shootout Tuesday to reach the quarterfinals of the World Cup.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Messi has no equals, and if not for him, Argentina...
Argentina's unbelievable comeback win over Egypt on Tuesday was all down to Lionel Messi, who is seemingly dragging his team to another final.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Argentina, Messi complete epic comeback with VAR d...
Argentina muscled their way past Egypt in a game that had everything: Messi magic, VAR drama, underdog brilliance and another unforgettable World Cup moment.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Nine first-half D's and F's?! Midseason grades for...
From contenders acing 2026 to surprise performances to first-half failures, we take a look at every club's performance so far.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Switzerland beat Colombia on penalties, advance to...
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ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Live updates, reaction: Switzerland beat Colombia ...
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ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Coco Gauff vs. Karolina Muchova: Who will win
It's a clash of firepower in this Wimbledon semifinal. Is it finally Muchova's time -- or will Gauff's experience pay off?

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Angel Reese, Alyssa Thomas and 10 more predicted A...
Which reserves will join the 10 starters at the 2026 WNBA All-Star Game in Chicago?

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Djokovic outlasts FAA in 5-hour Wimbledon epic
Novak Djokovic extended his streak of Wimbledon semifinal appearances to a record eight, outlasting No. 3 seed Felix Auger-Aliassime 7-6 (10), 3-6, 6-3, 6-7 (4), 7-6 (4) in a match that lasted 5 hours and 15 minutes.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Inside the 'goalkeepers' union,' where mutual supp...
Goalkeepers are unique among soccer players, and so is the supportive bond that (almost) all of them share.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Sources: Lakers still pursuing free agent Kuminga
While the Los Angeles Lakers continue to actively pursue Jonathan Kuminga, they've also agreed to a one-year deal with veteran center Kevon Looney.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Egypt bemoan 'injustice' after Argentina defeat
Hossam Hassan said Egypt were the victim of an "injustice" in their 3-2 World Cup defeat against Argentina due to FIFA "wanting Lionel Messi to stay in the running."

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Deion 'can't wait' for CU opener after 3-9 season
Moving past Colorado's dismal 3-9 season, coach Deion Sanders declared confidence Tuesday at Big 12 media days that the page has been turned to 2026 in Boulder and better days are ahead.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

FIFA suspended 2 U.S. officials for Belgium game
Two staff members of the United States soccer team were suspended by FIFA from Monday's round-of-16 game against Belgium.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Which NFL teams have the best -- and worst -- rost...
Here's how every roster stacks up ahead of the season, plus strengths, weaknesses, X factors and underrated players to know for all 32.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Follow live: Colombia, Switzerland battle for fina...
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ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Argentina, Messi complete epic comeback vs. Egypt,...
Argentina muscled their way past Egypt in a game that had everything: Messi magic, VAR drama, underdog brilliance and another unforgettable World Cup moment.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

VAR review: Were Egypt unfairly denied a pivotal g...
We are taking a look at the major incidents to examine and explain the VAR process.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

?? Midseason grades for all 30 MLB teams
From contenders acing 2026 to surprise performances to first-half failures, we take a look at every club's performance so far.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Geno: Clark fouls not a 'referendum on America'
Geno Auriemma says on-court confrontations involving Caitlin Clark should not be viewed as a "referendum on America."

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Ex-NBA star Odom to enter plea deal in DUI case
Former NBA star Lamar Odom, 46, is expected to plead no-contest to reduce a DUI charge he received in January to reckless driving.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Sens legend Alfredsson leaves to join Leafs' staff...
Senators legend Daniel Alfredsson is leaving to join the rival Maple Leafs as an associate coach, the Leafs announced Tuesday.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Messi saves Argentina in dramatic win over Egypt
Lionel Messi scored in a record sixth straight World Cup knockout match to help Argentina reach the quarterfinals after a stunning late comeback to beat Egypt 3-2 in Atlanta.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Is the Carlsson blunder a fireable offense? Did th...
The hockey world is dishing out hot takes aplenty this month. We sort out which ones have merit.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

'Overturn this': Belgium troll U.S. after dominant...
Belgium defeated the USMNT 4-1 in the 2026 World Cup round-of-16 match Monday night -- and poked fun at the U.S. afterward.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

World Cup Daily live: Argentina, Messi produce lat...
Enjoy all the features, news, video analysis and color from around the 2026 World Cup as we figure out the last two teams to make the quarterfinals.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Pay-to-play youth soccer explains America's World ...
Focus is more on parents' ability to pay for travel matches than on young player development

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

MLB All-Star Home Run Derby: Breaking down the fie...
The sluggers who will be swinging for the fences in Philly are being named. Here's how they match up.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Mexico's World Cup reunited team and country, crea...
Four years ago, there was a schism between Mexico and its national team. That healed at this World Cup, and set in motion a plan for success in 2030.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

So, Ronaldo's World Cup era is over. Where did eac...
Cristiano Ronaldo said this would be his last World Cup and after losing to Spain on Monday night, this chapter of his incredible career is now closed. Let's look back to see where each campaign went wrong.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Follow live: Egypt lead Argentina as Messi denied ...
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Jul 07, 2026

Sources: Finals MVP Brunson having wrist surgery
Knicks guard Jalen Brunson had surgery on his left wrist, and the Finals MVP is expected to return to basketball activities later this summer, sources told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Late Cowboys' player Kneeland diagnosed with CTE
Former Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland has been posthumously diagnosed with CTE.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

IOC moves to end Russian neutrality for LA Games
The IOC advised Olympic sports bodies to end a three-year program vetting Russians for neutral status ahead of qualifying events for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Gauff, 22, reaches her first Wimbledon semifinal
Coco Gauff rallied past Jessica Pegula on Tuesday to reach her first Wimbledon semifinal at age 22.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Brewers call up prospect Lara after 7-year deal
Outfield prospect Luis Lara, 21, was called up to the Brewers on Tuesday before their doubleheader with the Cardinals.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

NBA offseason buzz: Latest signings, trades, exten...
We're tracking deals, trades and buzz across the NBA, including Donovan Mitchell agreeing to an extension with the Cavs.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Team tiers: Which NFL squad has the most fantasy v...
Eric Karabell places NFL teams in tiers for fantasy value this season. Which teams should you want a piece of?

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Abdullah Mason holds firm as the No. 4 lightweight...
Abdullah Mason rallies for dramatic 12th-round TKO to retain his title -- and his spot at 135 pounds. Here are the latest ESPN divisional rankings.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Closer stock watch: Trade Chapman before the Red S...
Everything fantasy baseball managers need to know about which closers should be added, dropped, and more.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

The not-quite-dying art of the slice
Slices are less common on the court. But they can still be a huge weapon.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

The rise of the most unexpected Wimbledon quarterf...
Upsets have left one side of the women's draw wide open. One of these four surprise players will reach the final -- and maybe win the Wimbledon title.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

WNBA Power Rankings: Valkyries ride five-game winn...
Golden State's defense and depth are paying dividends as the top spot once again changes hands.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Viral student manager reunites with Wade at LSU
Amir Khan, the viral student manager from the 2025 NCAA men's basketball tournament, has entered the transfer portal to reunite with Will Wade at LSU.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Cavs' Mitchell agrees to $273M max extension
Donovan Mitchell has agreed to a four-year, $273 million maximum extension with the Cavs, including a player option for the 2030-31 season, per his agent.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Bryan brothers call out ATP over plan for doubles
Doubles icons Bob and Mike Bryan say the ATP Tour should be expanding opportunities in the discipline instead of pushing for a reduction that they argue will cost jobs for young players.

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Lowry retires as Raptor after 20 NBA seasons
Six-time All-Star Kyle Lowry has retired after signing a one-day contract with the Toronto Raptors, where he spent nine of his 20 NBA seasons and won an NBA championship

ESPN Sports
Jul 07, 2026

Vote for the 2026 ESPYS Winners
Nominees include A'ja Wilson, Jalen Brunson, Shohei Ohtani and more. Vote and help choose which athletes win an ESPY.

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