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Apr 30, 2026

Church robs would-be walk-off, saves Cards win
Cardinals rookie Nathan Church made a game-ending, leaping catch at the left-field wall to prevent a walk-off, two-run homer to seal St. Louis' 5-4 win over the Pirates.

ESPN Sports
Apr 30, 2026

Crosby hopes Penguins 'family' stays together
Sidney Crosby is hoping the end of the Penguins' season Wednesday night wasn't the end of his and Kris Letang's time playing with Evgeni Malkin.

ESPN Sports
Apr 30, 2026

Flyers eliminate Penguins in 6 on York's OT winner...
Cam York scored 17:32 into overtime and chucked his stick into the stands in a wild celebration to send the Flyers into the second round for the first time in six years with a 1-0 Game 6 win over the Penguins on Wednesday night.

ESPN Sports
Apr 30, 2026

Cade's 45 do trick vs. Magic as Pistons stay alive...
Cade Cunningham scored a franchise playoff-record 45 points, including a step-back jumper with 32 seconds left, as the Pistons beat the Magic to stave off elimination.

ESPN Sports
Apr 30, 2026

Source: Amid LIV unrest, players exploring return
Amid uncertainty about the Saudi-backed tour's future, multiple representatives for LIV Golf players have started to reach out to the PGA Tour to explore what a path back would look like, a source told ESPN on Wednesday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 30, 2026

Dream look to go from playoff team to WNBA title c...
Atlanta traded for Angel Reese, then re-signed its core, hoping to build on its best season in seven years.

ESPN Sports
Apr 30, 2026

PSG vs. Bayern was one of the greatest matches UCL...
PSG and Bayern Munich produced one of the greatest games you'll see. Yet neither will be happy at a 5-4 score.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

Follow live: Mammoth, Golden Knights face off in G...
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ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

UCL talking points: Are PSG favorites? Arsenal rig...
What to make of a 5-4 humdinger and a nervy 1-1 draw? ESPN's Julien Laurens, Mark Ogden, Gab Marcotti and Sam Tighe weigh in on all the moments that mattered from the UCL semifinal first legs.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

Canada denies Iran envoy entry for FIFA congress
Canadian Foreign Affairs Minister Anita Anand said Wednesday it was her "understanding" that Iranian soccer officials were denied entry into her country ahead of the FIFA Congress meeting in Vancouver just weeks before the start of the World Cup.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

Reaves back as Lakers look to close out Rockets
Austin Reaves returned from a nine-game injury absence Wednesday night as the Lakers attempt to finish their first-round playoff series with the Rockets in Game 5.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

In email, thankful Cora confident in Sox's future
In an email to the organization Wednesday, a copy of which was obtained by Mass Live, Alex Cora expressed thanks for his time in Boston as both a player and a manager, despite a poor start to the 2026 season that led to his abrupt firing Saturday night.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

Pels' Jordan voted NBA's teammate of the year
Pelicans center DeAndre Jordan won the Teammate of the Year award Wednesday, narrowly beating out the Blazers' Jrue Holiday and the Rockets' Jeff Green.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

Arteta 'fuming' after Arsenal penalty overturned
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta was left "incredibly fuming" by a controversial penalty decision in their Champions League semifinal with Atlético Madrid.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

Yanks' Dominguez hurt; Cole progresses in rehab
Yankees outfielder Jasson Dominguez will have further testing on his left elbow when the team returns to New York after he was hit by a pitch Wednesday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

VAR Review: Arsenal's second penalty should've bee...
Both Arsenal and Atletico got penalties in their semifinal tie, but were the Gunners unjustly denied a second one?

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

Karl-Anthony Towns, Jordyn Woods spotted on double...
The couples met up for a double date in New York City after the Knicks' Game 5 win.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

New NBA mock draft! Projecting all 60 picks ahead ...
As the 2026 NBA draft lottery approaches -- Sunday, May 10, on ABC -- we have an updated mock draft.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

Atlético, Arsenal still have all to play for after...
Arsenal and Atlético Madrid couldn't match Bayern and PSG's attacking firepower, though their UCL semifinal tie remains finely poised.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

Stanley Cup playoffs daily: Critical Game 5s on ta...
Here are previews for all of Wednesday's games, a best bet, recaps from Tuesday and updated stats.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

Jordyn Wieber on leaving Arkansas gymnastics: 'It ...
On Tuesday, Arkansas gymnastics coach Jordyn Wieber announced she was resigning. She shared with ESPN what went into the decision.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

Police deny motorcade request for FIFA's Infantino...
A request for FIFA president Gianni Infantino to give be given a police escort while in Vancouver, British Columbia, for FIFA meetings has been denied, the Vancouver Police Department confirmed Wednesday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

Atlético and Arsenal trade penalties in 1st-leg dr...
Atlético Madrid and Arsenal will head to north London next week with all to play for after a 1-1 draw in Wednesday's Champions League semifinal first leg.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

Revealing 2026's Prospect X, his unique backstory ...
This year's diamond in the NFL scouting rough ended up getting drafted. You won't believe his story.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

Copy of Questions for the King: LeBron goes deep on MJ, Br...
In a series of interviews with ESPN, James discusses the GOAT debate, which of his records he thinks is unbreakable and what he's going to do after basketball.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

Ex-exec gets jail time for embezzling from Hawks
Former Hawks finance executive Lester T. Jones Jr. was sentenced to 41 months in prison for embezzling approximately $3.7 million from the team.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

Sources: No rush as Kerr, Warriors talks continue
Longtime Warriors head coach Steve Kerr met with team owner Joe Lacob and GM Mike Dunleavy on Monday, league sources told ESPN, with plans to reconvene next week over Kerr's future with the team.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

PGA Tour Power Rankings: Scottie Scheffler or Rory...
Scheffler is still the No. 1 golfer in the world. But McIlroy won the season's first major. Which player tops our midseason rankings and who else rounds out the top 20?

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

UEFA Champions League semifinal live updates: Atlé...
Enjoy all the updates from today's UEFA Champions League semifinal first leg match between Atlético Madrid and Arsenal.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

Mock draft: When to draft Napheesa Collier and oth...
See how the experts drafted in their fantasy women's basketball mock draft.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

Fantasy WNBA tiered rankings: The guard position g...
As you prep for your draft, using these tiers is a helpful way to identify production, drop-offs and backups.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

PSG's Hakimi to miss Bayern return, out for weeks
Paris Saint-Germain's thrilling 5-4 Champions League win over Bayern Munich has come at a cost, with the club confirming that key performer Achraf Hakimi will miss several weeks with a hamstring injury.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

Texans, LB Al-Shaair agree to 3-year extension
The Texans and linebacker Azeez Al-Shaair have reached agreement on a three-year extension, according to NFL Network.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

Sources: NFL assigns ref crews as CBA progresses
The NFL distributed crew assignments to referees this week amid indications of continued progress toward a deal on a new collective bargaining agreement with the NFL Referees Association, sources told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

25 players you'll find out about this college foot...
Someone from each of the top teams you may not know now, but will by the end of the 2026 season.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

?? Vikings QB McCarthy marries longtime girlfriend...
The Minnesota Vikings quarterback proposed to his longtime girlfriend in January 2024.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

Dybantsa ups NIL deal to pro Nike partnership
As AJ Dybantsa is transitioning from college to prepare for the NBA draft, he is also taking the next step in his endorsement deal with Nike. Dybantsa, who signed a NIL deal with Nike in 2024, is extending that agreement as pro basketball contract.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

Red Sox ace Crochet to IL after rocky start to '26...
The Red Sox placed ace Garrett Crochet on the 15-day IL with inflammation in his pitching shoulder.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

Simmons retires as Bronco: 'My heart, my home'
Two-time Pro Bowl safety Justin Simmons announced Wednesday that he is retiring from the NFL as a member of the Broncos.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

Senators' Tkachuk: Trade talk 'getting frustrating...
Senators captain Brady Tkachuk said Wednesday that the constant trade rumors became "a distraction," and that he's "been fully committed to this team."

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

PSG vs. Bayern was one of the best matches Champio...
Yet neither will be happy at a 5-4 score that keeps the tie hanging in the balance.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

Could 133 Eredivisie matches be replayed? The cris...
Passportgate could have sweeping implications for the entire Dutch pyramid.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

32 draft-day trades that will always be remembered...
NFL Nation looks back at the draft deals that produced memorable outcomes -- good or bad -- for their teams.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

Miller: Ranking the 100 best NFL draft picks of 20...
Matt Miller picked out his 100 favorite selections, factoring in value, fit and trades. Which pick is No. 1? Which teams dominated the list?

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

Ranking the top 20 best women's soccer club manage...
ESPN ranks the top 20 women's managers in the club game. Who's No. 1? And how will the NWSL, WSL, Liga F and other leagues be represented?

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

Top 25 portal classes: Re-evaluating Texas Tech af...
These teams nailed their top targets or won a QB battle. Others had to reload at quite a few positions.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

Wetzel: Heisman hopes and career in jeopardy after...
Brendan Sorsby addressing his gambling addiction feels like an inevitable result of a sports betting boom.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

Ranking the 100 best picks of the NFL draft: What ...
Matt Miller picked out his 100 favorite selections, factoring in value, fit and trades. Which pick is No. 1? Which teams dominated the list?

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

Revisiting most impactful draft-day trade for 32 N...
NFL Nation looks back at the draft deals that produced memorable outcomes -- good or bad -- for their teams.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

Vikings QB J.J. McCarthy marries longtime girlfrie...
The Minnesota Vikings quarterback proposed to his longtime girlfriend in January 2024.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

Kawhi Leonard trade guide: Four deals that could l...
The Clippers have massive questions coming into the 2026 offseason -- and none bigger than the future of their superstar wing.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

Women's Bracketology: South Carolina debuts as No....
With the additions of Jordan Lee and Oliviyah Edwards, the Gamecocks top our first look.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

Which men's and women's basketball teams would NCA...
Here's why expanding the fields to 76 teams benefits power conferences -- and which teams would make the cut.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

Rays, Royals, Cubs among teams facing injuries
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

Fantasy baseball: Fool's gold -- Six players who s...
Tristan H. Cockcroft discusses which players off to strong starts in 2026 he's simply not buying.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

An eight-city, yearlong conversation with LeBron James
In a series of interviews with ESPN, James discusses the GOAT debate, which of his records he thinks is unbreakable and what he's going to do after basketball.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

Can David Benavidez' all-action style make him box...
David Benavidez's all-action style has earned respect from peers and fans-but can it make him boxing's next star?

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

'Angel is the missing piece': Dream look to go from playoff team to WNBA title contender
Atlanta traded for Angel Reese, then re-signed its core, hoping to build on its best season in seven years.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

Under-the-radar players for every Top 25 college f...
Someone from each of the top teams you may not know now, but will by the end of the 2026 season.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

Notre Dame heads into 2026 with a QB it hasn't had...
CJ Carr is forging his own path with the Irish. He could also be the QB to lead them to a title.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

How to bet the Cadillac Championship: Best ways to...
All of the traits bettors should be looking for at the Cadillac Championship, and the best bets to make.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

Have the Sabres figured out the formula to win the...
One win from its first series win since 2007, Buffalo has finally unlocked its true potential.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

Stanley Cup playoffs daily: Critical Game 5s for C...
Here are previews for all of Wednesday's games, a best bet, recaps from Tuesday and updated stats.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

MLB panic meter: Which struggling teams have the m...
The Red Sox, Mets and Phillies aren't the only clubs off to disappointing starts.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

LeBron on MJ debate: 'Our games are different'
While there may be no deciding the GOAT debate, LeBron James acknowledges the influence Michael Jordan had on him.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

'You like it?': PSG, Bayern coaches share joke aft...
PSG coach Luis Enrique and Bayern boss Vincent Kompany bumped into each other after their teams' nine-goal thriller, and the moment was caught on camera.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

Brunson's 'phenomenal' performance lifts Knicks
With the Eastern Conference quarterfinal series tied at 2-2, New York's Jalen Brunson delivered a signature game at the right time, helping the Knicks to post a comfortable 126-97 victory over the Atlanta Hawks at Madison Square Garden on Tuesday night.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

Dominant defense smothers Stars in Wild's G5 win
After trailing this Western Conference first-round series 2-1, the Minnesota Wild have now won consecutive games, the last being a 4-2 victory over the Dallas Stars on Tuesday night, and are now one win away from advancing for the first time since 2015.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

Spurs run away with Game 5 to finish off Blazers
The Spurs are back in the Western Conference semifinals for the first time since 2017 are eliminating the Blazers 114-95 on Tuesday night in Game 5 of their first-round series.

ESPN Sports
Apr 29, 2026

West playoff takeaways: Spurs eliminate Trail Blaz...
Here's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the Western Conference's first round.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

?? SGA trolls Brooks: 'Realize who the villain is'...
The Oklahoma City Thunder star edited the Suns guard's jersey to troll him after advancing past Phoenix in the playoffs.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Rockets rule out Durant (ankle) for Game 5
The Rockets, again facing elimination, officially ruled out star forward Kevin Durant for Wednesday night's Game 5 against the Lakers because of a left ankle sprain.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Embiid's 33 downs Celtics, keeps 76ers alive
Joel Embiid helped the 76ers rally from a 13-point, third quarter deficit, holding the Celtics to just 11 points in the final frame of Game 5.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Don't nitpick, just marvel at the talent of PSG an...
Tuesday's semifinal was a gift: two teams laden with talent, coached well and given the freedom to entertain.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Tyran Stokes commits to Kansas: What it means, why...
What the 2026 SC Next 100 No. 1 recruit's decision means for the Jayhawks -- and his own basketball future.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Stokes, potential '27 No. 1 pick, chooses Kansas
Tyran Stokes, the No. 1-ranked player in ESPN's 2026 SC Next 100 and the consensus favorite to be the top pick in the 2027 NBA draft, chose Kansas over Kentucky on Tuesday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Bettman: Allowing Ducks' OT goal was 'right call'
Commissioner Gary Bettman offered support Tuesday for the ruling that upheld the Anaheim Ducks' overtime goal against the Edmonton Oilers in Game 4 of their Round 1 series, telling the Associated Press Sports Editors "it was absolutely the right call."

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Luis Enrique: PSG-Bayern 'best match' as coach
Paris Saint-Germain head coach Luis Enrique hailed his side's record-breaking 5-4 win over Bayern Munich as the best match he's ever been involved in during his coaching career.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

PSG vs. Bayern was one of the greatest matches Cha...
European giants PSG and Bayern Munich produced one of the greatest games you'll ever see. Yet neither will be happy at a 5-4 score that keeps the tie hanging in the balance.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Sources: NCAA tournaments set to expand to 76
The NCAA has initiated the final steps to expand the men's and women's NCAA basketball tournaments to 76 teams, with sources telling ESPN that clearing the final steps needed is just a formality.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

PSG edge Bayern in historic 9-goal UCL semifinal
PSG came out on top 5-4 in the highest-scoring UCL semifinal on record, but Bayern will like their chances in the second leg at home after going almost blow for blow with the defending champions in an instant European classic.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Fired Thomson has no animosity towards Phillies
Former Phillies manager Rob Thomson showed no animosity toward the team or front office, which fired him on Tuesday, expressing a desire to remain in the organization if he's wanted.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Sources: NBA finalizing lottery reform proposal
The NBA has proposed a new anti-tanking draft reform that expands the lottery, flattens odds and penalizes the bottom three teams, sources told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Source: Jets considering Russell Wilson for QB2
The Jets, exploring the veteran backup quarterbacks available, had Russell Wilson in for a visit late Monday night, a source told ESPN's Rich Cimini.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

12 moves that shaped the WNBA offseason -- and wha...
From coaching hires and key moments in CBA talks to a whirlwind 10 days of player movement, we run down the offseason.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

'Realize who the villain is': SGA trolls Dillon Br...
The Oklahoma City Thunder star edited the Phoenix Suns guard's jersey to troll him after advancing past them in the playoffs.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Citi Field clearance: Nats-Mets tickets cheaper th...
The Mets have lost 15 of their past 17 games, and tickets to see the team play are reflecting their record.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

VAR review: Were Bayern wronged by PSG penalty awa...
PSG awarded a potentially decisive penalty for a Bayern Munich handball in a UCL match for the ages.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

PSG, Bayern Munich live up to expectations with ch...
European giants PSG and Bayern Munich produced one of the greatest games you'll ever see. Yet neither will be happy at a 5-4 score that keeps the tie hanging in the balance.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Revealing 2026's Prospect X, his unique backstory and dramatic NFL draft journey
This year's diamond in the NFL scouting rough ended up getting drafted. You won't believe his story.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Why now? What's next? Making sense of Phillies sha...
Philly decided it was time for a change after a 9-19 start. Will the Phils improve under interim manager Don Mattingly?

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Sources: Magic's Wagner uncertain for Game 5
Magic forward Franz Wagner's status for Game 5 is uncertain due to a right calf strain, and his return will depend on how the injury responds to treatment, sources told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Ravens sign undrafted QBs Pavia and Fagnan0
The Ravens signed undrafted quarterbacks Diego Pavia and Joe Fagnano ahead of the team's scheduled rookie minicamp this weekend.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Red cards for mouth-covering approved before WC
Players who cover their mouths when confronting an opponent will be sent off at this summer's World Cup.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Barnwell looks back at 12 quarterback situations v...
Matthew Stafford just won MVP, but the contending Rams still drafted Ty Simpson in Round 1. Is it bad team building, or are there precedents for this working?

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Meet MLB's All-April team -- and the biggest early...
Who's atop the majors one month into the 2026 season? We identify stars, players to watch and disappointments at every position.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Why the Phillies fired Rob Thomson in April -- and...
Philly decided it was time for a change after a 9-19 start. Will the Phils improve under interim manager Don Mattingly?

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Real Madrid want Mourinho a...
Is Jose Mourinho set for a return to the touchline at Real Madrid? Plus, Arsenal are reportedly interested in Galatasaray striker Victor Osimhen. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Why Rayo Vallecano's European run is the miracle o...
Rayo Vallecano, who play in a stadium where opponents mock the facilities, are on the cusp of a European final.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

What if Liverpool didn't sign Mo Salah? Soccer's u...
Mohamed Salah will be remembered as one of the best Liverpool players of all time, but it's easy to forget that he almost didn't even end up at Liverpool. How would the last nine seasons have played out if he'd gone somewhere else?

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