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Apr 17, 2026

Boston, Fever agree to 4-year, $6.3M extension
Three-time WNBA All-Star Aliyah Boston has agreed to a four-year, $6.3 million contract extension with the Indiana Fever, her agent told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Inside the fallout of the Dianna Russini and Mike Vrabel photos
How Dianna Russini and New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel scrambled to respond to photos published in the New York Post.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Frank: Clippers' goal remains to 'win with Kawhi'
LA Clippers president of basketball operations Lawrence Frank reaffirmed the team's commitment to Kawhi Leonard long-term at his end-of-season news conference Friday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Brazil basketball legend Oscar Schmidt dies at 68
Oscar Schmidt, the Basketball Hall of Famer whom his Brazil compatriots know as the "Holy Hand," died on Friday. He was 68.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Retired stars Bird, Rapinoe announce separation
Retired sports stars Sue Bird and Megan Rapinoe announced Friday on social media that after a decade together, they are no longer in a relationship.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Run it back: Liberty sign Big 3 to long-term deals
Liberty announced Friday that forward Breanna Stewart, center Jonquel Jones and guard Sabrina Ionescu all have signed multiyear deals to return to the team.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

NJ Transit confirms $150 train fares for World Cup
Sky-high ticket prices won't be the only thing emptying the wallets of soccer fans attending World Cup matches at some U.S. venues this spring.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

No. 2 scorer Stojakovic returns to loaded Illinois
Andrej Stojakovic is returning to an Illinois team that will bring back five of its top seven scorers from a group that reached the Final Four.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

'It's all basketball': LaMelo says no rift with Bam
LaMelo Ball of the Charlotte Hornets says he's relieved that Miami Heat star Bam Adebayo wasn't more hurt after the run-in with Ball in the second quarter.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Source: Padres nearing sale for MLB-record $3.9B
The Padres are on the verge of being sold for a record price of $3.9 billion, a source confirmed to ESPN on Friday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Source: Texans, Anderson agree to $150M deal
Texans and All-Pro defensive end Will Anderson Jr. have agreed to a historic three-year, $150 million extension to make him the highest-paid non-quarterback, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Sources: Brissett not at Cards' offseason program
Cardinals incumbent starter Jacoby Brissett has not been in attendance for the start of the team's offseason program as he waits for a new deal, sources told NFL Network.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Alycia Baumgardner's journey to become the face of women's boxing
An early setback and a positive test -- since cleared -- didn't define Baumgardner. Now, she's on the doorstep of leading the sport.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Arsenal lead race for Newcastle's Anthony Gordon
Arsenal are best positioned to sign Anthony Gordon this summer. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Angels' Garret Anderson, All-Star MVP, dies at 53
Outfielder Garret Anderson, who played 15 of his 17 major league seasons with the Angels and is a member of the team's Hall of Fame, has died at the age of 53.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Avs favored, but Sabres storyline tempts bettors
The Colorado Avalanche, along with the Carolina Hurricanes and Tampa Bay Lightning, are the favorites to win the Stanley Cup, but the betting public is hoping a longshot like the Buffalo Sabres have a chance.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Source: Padres nearing sale for MLB record $3.9B
The Padres are on the verge of being sold for a record price of $3.9 billion, a source confirmed to ESPN on Friday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Nebraska plans $600M stadium renovation for '28
Nebraska's Memorial Stadium will undergo a $600 million renovation targeted for the start of the 2028 season, according to a plan announced Friday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Gen Z is shaking up IndyCar's Millennial, Gen X established order
Experience is invaluable in IndyCar, but with Gen Z drivers first through fourth in the standings, the series is witnessing a changing of the guard.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Draft guide: Rankings, strategies and more
Everything you need to know before your fantasy women's basketball draft, including rankings, tips and news.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Man City vs. Arsenal: What to watch for in Premier League title showdown
Arsenal's visit to Man City on Sunday will likely decide who wins the league. Here are the keys to the match.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

NBA awards: Bontemps' ballot for MVP, top rookie, every honor
Which award battles are too close to call? Tim Bontemps unveils his official ballot for MVP, All-NBA, Sixth Man and every major honor.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

N. Dame, Villanova to open hoops season in Rome
Notre Dame and Villanova will play a men's and women's basketball doubleheader in Rome to open the season on Nov. 1.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

LIV CEO: League has backing to finish '26 season
Amid questions about the future of LIV Golf, CEO Scott O'Neil told TNT Sports that the league has a financial commitment to finish the 2026 season.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Guardiola: Title 'is over' if Arsenal beats Man City
Pep Guardiola has said the title race will be "over" if Manchester City lose to Arsenal this weekend.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

? MLB draft: Top 85 prospects and 13-pick mock
The top of the 2026 MLB draft is coming into focus. Here's who your team could be targeting this summer.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

WR Flowers: Harbaugh's practices led to injuries
Ravens wideout Zay Flowers says "heavy" practices under former coach John Harbaugh were the reason Baltimore "had a lot of injuries" last season.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

WR Knox found negligent in crash, to pay $2.88M
A Texas court issued a default judgment of more than $2.8 million against Theodore Knox, the co-defendant in one of the civil lawsuits against Chiefs wide receiver Rashee Rice stemming from a 2024 street racing crash in Dallas.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Who's winning the Stanley Cup? All the intel you need on the 16 playoff teams
The postseason Thunderdome is about to open its gate. Which team will emerge as the 2026 Stanley Cup champion?

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Lapsed fan's guide to the Stanley Cup playoffs: The NHL's second season begins
Miss anything the past six months? Miss EVERYTHING? Here are the top teams, players, stats and more.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Mason Miller tops all pitchers? CJ Abrams goes 30-100-30? 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 17, 2026

Fantasy baseball news: Expect Padres bats to stay hot and Friday's news to know
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

2026 NCAA gymnastics championships: Four teams advance out of semifinals
Florida, LSU, Oklahoma and Minnesota each advanced to Saturday's NCAA gymnastics final after a roller-coaster day of semifinals Thursday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

10 anonymous scouts predict the top of the NFL draft: Mini mock of picks 1-10 -- with a few surprises
We asked NFL scouts to make draft picks for other teams, assigning one to each top-10 slot. Which prospects could go early?

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Latest draft buzz: Downs' range, Day 2 steals, DT class, more
When could Caleb Downs and Jordyn Tyson be drafted? What are the Eagles, Giants and Steelers thinking?

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Paul Heyman and the making of a wrestling god
The style that Heyman helped pioneer -- violent, confrontational, anti-corporate -- forever changed the course of pro wrestling.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

WrestleMania 42 roundtable: Most anticipated matches, bold predictions
Before we get to a weekend full of wrestling, our crew shares their thoughts on WrestleMania 42 in Las Vegas.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

The Buzz is back? Inside the Hornets' turn from league punch line to playoff hopeful
A win against the Orlando Magic on Friday would snap the NBA's longest current playoff drought.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Meet 'Dillon the villain': The NBA's biggest antagonist beloved by teammates
Dillon Brooks has the Suns one win away from the playoffs.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

USMNT needs ambitious post-World Cup succession plan
Mauricio Pochettino won't coach the USMNT forever, and when he does leave, will U.S. Soccer be able to bring in another big-name boss to replace him?

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

19 going on 35: How Konnor Griffin's maturity is making an impression on Pirates
As the Bucs build for the future, the youngest player in MLB has his teammates singing his praises.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Updated 2026 MLB draft rankings: Top 85 prospects and a 13-pick mock draft
The top of the 2026 MLB draft is coming into focus. Here's who your team could be targeting this summer.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Ranked: Who are the top 50 players in the Premier League right now?
With just over a month remaining in the 2025-26 season, we rank the league's best players so far.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Weekend predictions: Can Arsenal hold off Man City? Will Atlético win Copa del Rey?
We've got potential title deciders in England and Germany, a grudge match in Portugal, and the Copa del Rey final: Julien Laurens previews the weekend and makes his predictions.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Stanley Cup playoffs mega-preview: Cases, X factors, bold predictions for all 16 teams
The postseason Thunderdome is about to open its gate. Which team will emerge as the 2026 Stanley Cup champion?

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Slams, blocks and game winners: Top 10 plays from Wemby's record-setting season
Wembanyama has made his case for MVP, DPOY and All-NBA. Here are the top 10 plays that highlight his season.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

NBA awards 2026: Bontemps' ballot for MVP, top rookie, every honor
Which award battles are too close to call? Tim Bontemps unveils his official ballot for MVP, All-NBA, Sixth Man and every major honor.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

The biggest question facing every WNBA team in training camp
How will Angel Reese fit the Dream? Will the Wings return to the playoffs? Can Caitlin Clark remain healthy?

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

10 NFL draft prospects to put on your fantasy radar -- and three others to monitor
With the NFL draft nearly upon us, it's time to think about how the top prospects will fare in fantasy.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

2027 recruiting class rankings: Oklahoma among top 10 schools off to strong start
These schools are setting the early pace in the class of 2027 recruiting race.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Spring football games: Previewing Virginia Tech, Michigan, Miami and others
Spring football games are in full swing this weekend. Here's what to know ahead of Friday and Saturday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Forget the 40: The true measure of Carnell Tate
Wide receiver Carnell Tate is confident, intelligent and ready to star in the NFL. His mother made sure of it.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Liverpool, Bayern eye Tottenham's Archie Gray
Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Archie Gray is being considered for a summer move by Bayern Munich and Liverpool. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Devils turn to Panthers executive Mehta as GM
The Devils have hired Sunny Mehta, who was an assistant GM when the Panthers won the Stanley Cup the past two years, as their general manager.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

OU's Torrez stuns by taking NCAA all-around title
Oklahoma's Faith Torrez made her all-around season debut Thursday night and defeated Olympic and world champions to claim NCAA gymnastics' highest individual honor.

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

Postseason roundtable: NHL player, coach, GM predict the 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs
Which team is better than we think? Who has the most flop potential? And who wins the Cup?

ESPN Sports
Apr 17, 2026

McDavid seals 6th scoring title with 4-assist finale
The Oilers' Connor McDavid won his sixth Art Ross title as the NHL scoring leader, finishing the regular season with 138 points after Thursday's four-assist performance in a 6-1 win over the Canucks.

ESPN Sports
Apr 16, 2026

Messick loses no-hit bid in 9th; Guardians hold on
Guardians rookie Parker Messick's bid for MLB's first no-hitter of 2026 was broken up in the ninth inning, but Cleveland held on for a 4-2 win over the Orioles on Thursday night.

ESPN Sports
Apr 16, 2026

Sources: NWSL expected to vote on calendar shift
The NWSL's board of governors is expected to vote later this month on whether to flip the league's calendar to a fall-to-spring season, multiple sources told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Apr 16, 2026

Sources: Collier back to Lynx on supermax deal
Napheesa Collier is signing a one-year, $1.4 million supermax contract to return to Minnesota, sources said.

ESPN Sports
Apr 16, 2026

Out with the old, in with the new: Ravens unveil new uniforms
The Ravens revamped their on-field look since 1999 with new uniforms after a process that took three years.

ESPN Sports
Apr 16, 2026

Biggest haters funeral: Chris Paul pokes fun at Clippers after play-in tournament loss
LA Clippers had their season end, and an ex-Clipper made sure to rub salt in the wound.

ESPN Sports
Apr 16, 2026

Devils hire Panthers executive Mehta as GM
The Devils have hired Sunny Mehta, who was an assistant GM when the Panthers won the Stanley Cup the past two years, as their general manager.

ESPN Sports
Apr 16, 2026

Trout's latest blast caps 5-homer series in Bronx
Mike Trout homered for the fifth time during a four-game series at Yankee Stadium by crushing a 446-foot drive in the seventh inning.

ESPN Sports
Apr 16, 2026

Judge grants Oklahoma LB Heinecke extra year
A district court judge has granted Oklahoma linebacker Owen Heinecke a preliminary injunction, handing him an additional year of eligibility in 2026.

ESPN Sports
Apr 16, 2026

NCAA recommends earlier start to football season
An NCAA committee recommended Thursday that Football Bowl Subdivision teams play a 12-game schedule over 14 weeks beginning in 2027 with the season starting on the Thursday of what is now designated Week 0.

ESPN Sports
Apr 16, 2026

Report: Penix, Njoku among targets used in fraud
A former Alabama defensive end is accused of using wigs and fake IDs to impersonate NFL players to secure nearly $20 million in fraudulent loans, with a report identifying Michael Penix Jr., David Njoku and Xavier McKinney as the targeted players.

ESPN Sports
Apr 16, 2026

Chargers GM shuts down Johnston trade rumors
Chargers general manager Joe Hortiz shut down trade rumors surrounding wide receiver Quentin Johnston on Thursday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 16, 2026

Wings stifle Fudd-Bueckers relationship questions
The WNBA's Wings shut down a question to No. 1 overall draft pick Azzi Fudd about her relationship with teammate Paige Bueckers, which the two made public in 2025.

ESPN Sports
Apr 16, 2026

WR Knox found negligent in crash, to pay $2.8M
A Texas court on Wednesday issued a default judgment of more than $2.8 million against Theodore Knox, the co-defendant in one of the civil lawsuits against Chiefs receiver Rashee Rice stemming from a 2024 street racing crash in Dallas.

ESPN Sports
Apr 16, 2026

Trout unleashes HR barrage at Yankee Stadium
Mike Trout homered for the fifth time during a four-game series at Yankee Stadium by crushing a 446-foot drive in the seventh inning.3,

ESPN Sports
Apr 16, 2026

LIV Golf is still going, but its days seem numbered and probably always were
LIV made a lot of noise, caused some nervous days at the PGA Tour and even forced some positive changes. But ultimately, it never did enough to make a real challenge.

ESPN Sports
Apr 16, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Liverpool eye move for Bournemouth's Senesi
Liverpool could turn to Marcos Sensei as their new defender in the summer. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
Apr 16, 2026

Spoelstra: No need to penalize Ball any further
Heat head coach Erik Spoelstra said Thursday that LaMelo Ball didn't need to be "penalized more moving forward" in the wake of the Hornets star's fine for tripping Miami's Bam Adebayo.

ESPN Sports
Apr 16, 2026

Report: Penix, Njoku among targets in fraud case
A former Alabama defensive end is accused of using wigs and fake IDs to impersonate NFL players to secure nearly $20 million in fraudulent loans, with a report identifying Michael Penix Jr., David Njoku and Xavier McKinney as the targeted players.

ESPN Sports
Apr 16, 2026

Chiefs GM expecting a lot of trades in first round
Chiefs general manager Brett Veach said Thursday that there will "probably be a lot of trades" in the first round of this year's NFL draft.

ESPN Sports
Apr 16, 2026

Jones guilty plea expected in NBA gambling case
Damon Jones is expected to become the first person to plead guilty in a gambling sweep that led to the arrests of more than 30 people, including reputed mobsters and other basketball figures.

ESPN Sports
Apr 16, 2026

Goal king Ovechkin 'pretty sure' he'll keep playing
Capitals star Alex Ovechkin, the NHL's all-time leading goal scorer, said he's "pretty sure" that Tuesday's season finale won't be his last game as he ponders retirement.

ESPN Sports
Apr 16, 2026

Goal king Ovechkin 'pretty sure' he'll play again
Capitals star Alex Ovechkin, the NHL's all-time leading goal scorer, said he's "pretty sure" that Tuesday's season finale won't be his last game as he ponders retirement.

ESPN Sports
Apr 16, 2026

Jones seeks change of plea in NBA gambling case
Damon Jones has requested a change-of-plea hearing for charges he provided sports bettors with nonpublic information about injuries to stars LeBron James and Anthony Davis, ABC News reported Thursday, citing a court filing.

ESPN Sports
Apr 16, 2026

?? Inside the making of Mariners' Ichiro statue
You know about the reveal mishap. Here's what went into creating the sculpture that will forever honor a Seattle icon.

ESPN Sports
Apr 16, 2026

Luka, Cunningham win appeal, eligible for awards
Luka Doncic and Cade Cunningham are eligible for season honors after their challenge of the 65-game rule was approved, while Anthony Edwards' challenge was declined.

ESPN Sports
Apr 16, 2026

Verstappen finding joy in his Nürburgring side quest
Max Verstappen hasn't been very happy in F1 this year, but his Nürburgring 24 Hours side quest is reinvigorating the four-time world champion.

ESPN Sports
Apr 16, 2026

Top 10 tips to play and win ESPN fantasy women's basketball like the pros
Your guide to research, drafting and roster strategy to play (and win) this season.

ESPN Sports
Apr 16, 2026

Rankings: Top 100 players for 2026
Plan for the 2026 Fantasy Women's Basketball season with the top 100 rankings, including player position ranks.

ESPN Sports
Apr 16, 2026

How all 32 teams can crush the NFL draft: We have prospects and positions to target
A week before the draft, Ben Solak hits the top priorities for every single team -- and the prospects who can meet those needs.

ESPN Sports
Apr 16, 2026

Attack, attack, attack: Meet the team whose tactics have to be seen to be believed
NEC have the most attacking, aggressive style around, and it's working as they sit third in the Dutch Eredivisie and are into the final of the Dutch Cup.

ESPN Sports
Apr 16, 2026

Record-transfer Isak needs to step up for Liverpool after Ekitike injury
Just back from injury, Alexander Isak has to hit the ground running if Liverpool are to reach the Champions League.

ESPN Sports
Apr 16, 2026

Semifinal predictions: Don't bet against Arsenal despite misfiring attack
The UEFA Champions League quarterfinals largely lived up to expectations, with three of four games going down to the wire. Now that the dust has settled, let's break down the semifinals and predict who advances.

ESPN Sports
Apr 16, 2026

Are the Dodgers this good? Are the Mets this bad? What we learned from MLB's $1 billion series
It's early. Still, the richest showdown in baseball history said a lot about both teams.

ESPN Sports
Apr 16, 2026

Dodgers spent an MLB record $515M in 2025
The Dodgers shattered Major League Baseball's spending record in 2025 with a combined $515 million in payroll and luxury tax last season.

ESPN Sports
Apr 16, 2026

Homa: Antics like Garcia's are 'bad look' for golf
Asked about the antics like Sergio Garcia's outburst at the Masters, Max Homa said it casts a bad look on professional golfers but also acknowledged that it's a sport that can stir up those emotions.

ESPN Sports
Apr 16, 2026

'A bigger shock to the system than we acknowledged': How 48 hours changed the Lakers' season
After a devastating blowout loss in Oklahoma City on April 2, the Lakers lost two of their three stars. Now they face Kevin Durant and the Houston Rockets -- as a home underdog.

ESPN Sports
Apr 16, 2026

Women's college basketball transfer rankings for 2026-27 season
Iowa-bound Dani Carnegie moves up to No. 4. Jada Williams, who is transferring to LSU, jumps to No. 6.

ESPN Sports
Apr 16, 2026

2027 SC Next ESPN 300 player rankings: College comps for the top prospects
As we introduce 2027's top prospects, here's what their college careers could look like.

ESPN Sports
Apr 16, 2026

Silva to 'say goodbye' to Man City this summer
Bernardo Silva will leave Manchester City in the summer, the club have confirmed.

ESPN Sports
Apr 16, 2026

N.J. governor: FIFA should pay for WC train fare
New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill on Wednesday joined U.S. Senator Chuck Schumer in calling on FIFA to contribute toward World Cup transit security costs.

ESPN Sports
Apr 16, 2026

Tiger fighting subpoena for prescription records
Tiger Woods' attorney is fighting prosecutors' attempts to subpoena the 15-time major champion's prescription drug records from a pharmacy, according to records.

ESPN Sports
Apr 16, 2026

MLB Power Rankings: NL teams dominate top 10 with two debuts
Three weeks into the season, two red-hot NL teams are shooting up our list while another powerhouse plummets.

ESPN Sports
Apr 16, 2026

More than a jersey: Kits are putting soccer's underdogs on the map
Few lower-league clubs could ever take on soccer's giants, but when it comes to attention-grabbing kits, these three are in a league of their own.

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