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Apr 26, 2026

? Grading the most impactful NFL draft trades
We're grading the most impactful trades of the 2026 NFL draft, including the Saints trading for the former first-rounder.

ESPN Sports
Apr 26, 2026

Chelsea beats Leeds, faces Man City for FA Cup
Enzo Fernández headed a first-half winner as Chelsea beat Leeds United 1-0 at Wembley to seal their place in the FA Cup final four days after sacking head coach Liam Rosenior.

ESPN Sports
Apr 26, 2026

Cora firing was Breslow's call, Red Sox prez says
The decision to fire manager Alex Cora after the team's 10-17 start to the season started with general manager Craig Breslow, Red Sox president Sam Kennedy said.

ESPN Sports
Apr 26, 2026

Top 10 WNBA free agent moves: Which players will have the biggest fantasy upgrade?
Catch up on a busy WNBA offseason at a glance with the most impactful signings and trades in fantasy women's basketball.

ESPN Sports
Apr 26, 2026

Poll: Oregon's Dante Moore the early QB favorite for 2027 draft
ESPN polled 10 NFL scouts for their way-too-early top three quarterback projections for the 2027 class.

ESPN Sports
Apr 26, 2026

Fantasy baseball news: What will Red Sox lineup look like under Chad Tracy?
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.

ESPN Sports
Apr 26, 2026

Gauff vomits on court before advancing in Madrid
With a stomach virus going around the locker room at the Madrid Open, Coco Gauff threw up on the court but recovered to advance over Sorana Cirstea.

ESPN Sports
Apr 26, 2026

Sawe makes history, sets fabled marathon mark
Sabastian Sawe became the first person to run a marathon in under 2 hours, smashing the world record by winning the London Marathon in 1:59:30.

ESPN Sports
Apr 26, 2026

Sources: Ant avoids ligament tear, to miss time
Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards has a bone bruise and hyperextension in his left knee and is expected to miss multiple weeks, sources told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Apr 26, 2026

Wiesberger wins first Euro title since leaving LIV
Bernd Wiesberger played bogey-free and closed with a 4-under 67 to win the China Open, his first victory since returning two years ago from Saudi-backed LIV Golf.

ESPN Sports
Apr 26, 2026

The best, worst and most confusing of the 2026 NFL draft: Our experts answer 29 questions
What were the best selections in each round? Which teams filled their needs? What were the top in-draft trades, and what was the most surprising pick?

ESPN Sports
Apr 26, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Man United monitor AC Milan's Rafael Leão
AC Milan winger Rafael Leão is subject to attention from Manchester United. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
Apr 26, 2026

Predicting the most likely transfer for 9 top stars this summer
A number of Europe's top players could be on the move this summer. We pick nine of them and outline their best fit and what's most likely to happen.

ESPN Sports
Apr 26, 2026

Stanley Cup playoffs daily: A quartet of critical Game 4s on tap
Can the Avs sweep? Who takes command in the other series? Here are previews for all the games, a best bet, and recaps from Saturday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 26, 2026

Sources: DiVincenzo tore Achilles; Edwards MRI
Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards will undergo an MRI after leaving Saturday's Game 4 win with an apparent hyperextension of his left knee, and sources told ESPN that Donte DiVincenzo suffered a torn right Achilles tendon.

ESPN Sports
Apr 26, 2026

Sawe first to finish marathon in under 2 hours
Sabastian Sawe became the first person to run a marathon in under 2 hours, smashing the world record by winning the London Marathon in 1:59:30.

ESPN Sports
Apr 26, 2026

McDaniels' late layup irks Jokic in Nuggets loss
Jaden McDaniels' late layup in Minnesota's 112-96 Game 4 home victory over Denver incited a skirmish with Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets, a scrum that led to ejections as the Timberwolves secured a 3-1 series lead.

ESPN Sports
Apr 26, 2026

McDaniels' late layup irks Jokic in Nuggets' loss
Jaden McDaniels' late layup in Minnesota's 112-96 Game 4 home victory over Denver incited a skirmish with Nikola Jokic and the Nuggets on Saturday night, a scrum that led to ejections on a night when the Timberwolves secured a 3-1 series lead.

ESPN Sports
Apr 26, 2026

Gretzky's last Oilers jersey fetches record $2.8M
The jersey that Wayne Gretzky wore when he clinched his fourth and final title with the Oilers in Game 4 of the 1988 Stanley Cup Final sold at Goldin Auctions for $2,806,000, the most ever paid for a hockey jersey.

ESPN Sports
Apr 26, 2026

'Like Magic': KAT's triple-double keys Game 4 win
Karl-Anthony Towns recorded his first playoff triple-double to help the Knicks even the series with the Hawks with a 114-98 win in Game 4.

ESPN Sports
Apr 26, 2026

Kiper's grades for all 32 NFL draft classes: Why the Cowboys and Jets aced their picks
Mel Kiper Jr. evaluates the entire 2026 NFL draft, from the good (Cowboys, Jets) to the very questionable (Rams). See all 32 teams' grades.

ESPN Sports
Apr 26, 2026

The NFL draft is over ... let's overreact: Will the Cardinals and Rams regret their picks?
It's time to weigh in on the biggest overreactions of NFL draft weekend.

ESPN Sports
Apr 26, 2026

Wolves lose Edwards, DiVincenzo in Game 4 win
Wolves star Anthony Edwards will undergo an MRI after leaving Saturday's Game 4 win with an apparent hyperextension of his left knee, and sources told ESPN that Donte DiVincenzo suffered a torn right Achilles tendon.

ESPN Sports
Apr 26, 2026

'Like Magic': KAT's triple-double key Game 4 win
Karl-Anthony Towns recorded his first playoff triple-double to help the Knicks even the series with the Hawks with a 114-98 win in Game 4.

ESPN Sports
Apr 26, 2026

Crosby, 'our leader,' keeps Pens alive in Game 4
Pittsburgh captain Sidney Crosby opened the scoring with his first goal of the playoffs, and set up defenseman Kris Letang's critical third-period goal with a nifty soccer-style kick, as the Penguins beat the Philadelphia Flyers 4-2 on Saturday in Game 4.

ESPN Sports
Apr 26, 2026

West playoff takeaways: Dosunmu's record night boosts Wolves over Nuggets
Here's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the Western Conference's first round.

ESPN Sports
Apr 26, 2026

How Alex Cora, Red Sox staff lost their jobs -- and why it happened in April
Boston let go manager Alex Cora and five coaches in a stunning move Saturday. Here's what you need to know.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Red Sox fire Cora amid coaching staff shake-up
The Red Sox fired manager Alex Cora and several other coaches after a disappointing 10-17 start to the season.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Broncos make Buffalo LB Murdock 'Mr. Irrelevant'
The Broncos made Buffalo LB Red Murdock "Mr. Irrelevant" as the last pick of this year's NFL draft.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Towns' triple-double helps Knicks even series
Karl-Anthony Towns recorded his first playoff triple-double to help the Knicks even the series with the Hawks with a 114-98 win in Game 4.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Wolves lose Edwards, DiVincenzo early in Game 4
Wolves star Anthony Edwards left Saturday's Game 4 with an apparent hyperextension of his left knee, and Donte DiVincenzo also left after suffering a noncontact injury to his leg.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Wild knot series with Stars as Boldy nets winner
Matt Boldy scored on a deflection with 28.9 seconds left in overtime, and the Minnesota Wild defeated the Dallas Stars 3-2 on Saturday in Game 4 to tie this Western Conference quarterfinal series with Game 5 set for Tuesday in Texas.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Follow live: Penguins look to avoid sweep against Flyers in Game 4
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ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Red Sox fire Cora amid coaching staff shakeup
The Red Sox fired manager Alex Cora and several other coaches after a disappointing 10-17 start to the season.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Hurricanes flex 'finish' in 4-0 sweep of Senators
Sebastian Aho scored two goals and goaltender Frederik Andersen made 25 saves as the Carolina Hurricanes defeated the Ottawa Senators 4-2 Saturday, sweeping the Eastern Conference quarterfinal series to become the NHL's first team to advance to Round 2.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

SGA lets game do talking, silences Suns with 42
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who took criticism from the Suns' Dillon Brooks after Game 2 for so-called foul-baiting, dominated Saturday's Game 3 with a career playoff-high 42 points to put the Thunder one win away from a series sweep.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Clark marks return to Fever with preseason win
Caitlin Clark finished with seven points, four assists and three rebounds in just under 17 minutes of play in her first game with the Fever in nine months.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

After wait, Nussmeier sees Chiefs as 'great' spot
The Kansas City Chiefs used their final pick in the NFL draft to select former LSU quarterback Garrett Nussmeier in the seventh round Saturday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Will the real Pete Crow-Armstrong please stand up?
We've seen PCA play like an MVP. And we've seen him struggle. When will the Cubs' young star put it all together?

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

The NFL draft is over ... let's overreact: Will the Cardinals, Rams and Dolphins regret their picks?
It's time to weigh in on the biggest overreactions of NFL draft weekend, from Jeremiyah Love's fit to the Eagles' position in the NFC East.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Analysis of every pick in the 2026 NFL draft
Get insights on all 32 teams' 2026 draft picks from our NFL Nation reporters.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Cards draft Beck, add ex-Canes star to QB room
The Cardinals drafted Carson Beck with the 65th pick, further clouding the team's QB situation.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Mendoza: Have 'huge responsibility' with Raiders
Fernando Mendoza said "it's a huge responsibility" to be the face of a franchise with a proud history like the Raiders.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Follow live: Knicks look to level series against Hawks in Game 4
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ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

East playoff takeaways: The biggest concern for top-seeded Pistons
Here's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the Eastern Conference's first round.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

West playoff takeaways: Surgical SGA performance puts Phoenix on the brink
Here's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the Western Conference's first round.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Browns draft Green, will proceed with 4-QB room
The Browns stayed busy on the quarterback front, selecting Arkansas' Taylen Green in the sixth round (No. 182) Saturday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Bane, Magic's added 'dimension,' nets 7 3s in win
Desmond Bane connected on seven 3-pointers, and closed with 25 points, as the Orlando Magic watched a 17-point fourth-quarter lead evaporate before rallying to defeat the Detroit Pistons 113-105 on Saturday, taking a 2-1 lead in their first-round series.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Clark returns in Fever's 'sloppy' preseason win
Caitlin Clark finished with seven points, four assists and three rebounds in just under 17 minutes of play in her first game with the Fever in nine months.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Stanley Cup playoffs daily: Penguins on the brink of elimination
Plus, a critical Game 4 in the Stars-Wild series. Here are previews for all the games, a best bet, and recaps from Friday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Arsenal eke back to top of Premier League, but title race will have more anxious moments
Arsenal's rocky win over Newcastle highlights their tough final stretch ahead in the Premier League title race.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

CEO vows to make 'badass' NASCAR fun again
New CEO Steve O'Donnell, who calls NASCAR a "badass American sport," is promising to make some moves to bring more fun to the sport.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Arkansas' Green latest to join QB mix with Browns
The Browns stayed busy on the quarterback front, selecting Arkansas' Taylen Green in the sixth round (No. 182) Saturday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Magic hold off Pistons' late push, grab 2-1 lead
Paolo Banchero and Desmond Bane each scored 25 points, and the Orlando Magic watched a 17-point fourth-quarter lead evaporate before rallying to defeat the Detroit Pistons 113-105 Saturday, taking a 2-1 lead in their Eastern Conference first-round series.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Haven, No. 1 overall QB in '27, chooses Alabama
Alabama secured the No. 1 overall quarterback in the Class of 2027, gaining a commitment from five-star passer Elijah Haven, a 6-foot-5, 220-pound prospect from Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

NBA: Smart committed lane violation on key FT
Marcus Smart should have been called for a lane violation on the final of his three free throws toward the end of regulation in the Lakers' Game 3 win.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Five-star analysis: How top QB Elijah Haven will fit at Alabama
There are 21 five-star players in the class and we scout each one's game for the next level.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Follow live: Suns host Thunders in Game 4
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Apr 25, 2026

Follow live: Senators look to avoid sweep against Hurricanes in Game 4
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Apr 25, 2026

Man City reach fourth straight FA Cup final and prove again they can win when it matters most
Man City's come-from-behind win over Southampton in the FA Cup is a reminder of what they remain capable of in the Premier League title race.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Follow live: Piston, Magic clash for control of series in Game 3
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Apr 25, 2026

Durant improving, but G4 status vs. Lakers unclear
Houston Rockets coach Ime Udoka said Saturday that injured star Kevin Durant was doing better, but his status for Game 4 against the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday night was still unclear with the Rockets facing elimination.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Auburn beats out UM for 4-star RB Johnson-Cook
Auburn secured a commitment from four-star running back recruit Myson Johnson-Cook, beating out Miami.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

McCoy falls to Raiders at No. 101, says knee fine
Jermod McCoy says his knee feels good, adding it's up to the Raiders on whether he undergoes another surgery after missing all of 2025 with a torn ACL.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Jets move up in 4th round to take QB Klubnik
The New York Jets, in a perpetual search for a franchise quarterback, took a fourth-round flyer Saturday on Clemson's Cade Klubnik.

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Apr 25, 2026

Saints aid pass rush, trade for Raiders' Wilson
The Saints acquired defensive end Tyree Wilson and a 2026 seventh-round pick from the Raiders, sending a 2026 fifth-rounder (No. 150) to Las Vegas in return Saturday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Sources: Pennel person of interest in D.R. death
NFL veteran Michael Pennel Jr. is considered a person of interest after the body of a missing woman was found on a property that he used to own, sources told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Swiatek withdraws from Madrid after falling ill
Iga Swiatek withdrew from the Madrid Open due to an unspecified illness while playing her round-of-32 match against American Ann Li.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Spurs remember how to win, yet relegation fears remain
Tottenham Hotspur have their first win of 2026, but their Premier League relegation battle didn't get any easier.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Stanley Cup odds: Big shake-up after underdogs prevail on Friday night
The Avalanche and Hurricanes remain Stanley Cup favorites, but the underdogs are keeping things interesting.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Follow along in ESPN's Draftcast: Analysis for every pick
See every pick in the NFL draft, including what each prospect brings and how he fits with his new team.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Grading NFL draft trades: Who won the Tyree Wilson deal, Saints or Raiders?
We're grading the most impactful trades of the 2026 NFL draft, including the Saints trading for the former first-rounder.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Tracking every single trade in the 2026 NFL draft
We followed every trade made during the NFL draft, from Round 1 all the way through the end of Round 7.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

NBA draft big board: Where the top 100 prospects land
Here is the updated top 100 big board for the 2026 class.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

For real: Jets pick Sadiq feared draft call was hoax
For a second, Jets first-round draft pick Kenyon Sadiq thought his "Welcome to the NFL" moment was a hoax. His mind flashed to last year's draft and Shedeur Sanders. The viral moment occurred when the tight end from Oregon was selected 16th overall.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

?? NFL draft: Winners and losers from Day 2
We're through 100 picks of the NFL draft. Mel Kiper Jr. sorts through the steals and reaches of Day 2, including some big-value selections.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Harper stars off bench to rally Wemby-less Spurs
Spurs rookie Dylan Harper had 27 points off the bench and teammate Stephon Castle had a game-high 33 to help the Spurs rally past the Blazers and take a 2-1 series lead.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Real Madrid, Barcelona offered Bernardo Silva
Bernardo Silva has been offered to Real Madrid and Barcelona, while Liverpool are monitoring Inter Milan right back Denzel Dumfries. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Key storylines: Mayweather-Pacquiao, Haney's next bout, more
Our experts weigh in on Floyd Mayweather, Devin Haney's future, Errol Spence Jr.'s return and more.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Jarrell Miller and a viral toupee-fueled comeback
Jarrell "Big Baby" Miller waited 15 years for the world to know him. He could never have imagined how that moment would arrive as he fights for a title shot.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

'Unbelievable to watch': How Quinn Hughes transformed the Wild into a top Cup contender
Minnesota leveled up since the Olympic hero joined its blue line. Teammates explain what he brings to the ice -- and the dressing room.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Rams take Simpson, note 'this is Matthew's team'
The Rams selected quarterback Ty Simpson with the 13th pick in the NFL draft, though coach Sean McVay made it clear: "This is Matthew's team."

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Stanley Cup playoffs daily: Penguins, Senators on the brink of elimination
Plus, a critical Game 4 in the Stars-Wild series. Here are previews for all the games, a best bet, and recaps from Friday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Real Madrid, Barcelona offered Bernado Silva
Bernardo Silva has been offered to Real Madrid and Barcelona, while Liverpool are monitoring Inter Milan right back Denzel Dumfries. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Who gets picked in a NFL-style Premier League draft?
In the spirit of NFL draft week, we created a Premier League version with all the intrigue of the real thing.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Resilient Cubs stun Dodgers for 10th straight win
Despite mounting injuries, the Cubs stepped up again Friday night, this time rallying from a 4-0 deficit to defeat the Dodgers 6-4 for their 10th straight victory.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Texans GM: Collins stance clear, not trading him
Texans general manager Nick Caserio made it clear that wideout Nico Collins is not available for trade.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Amid Brown buzz, Eagles trade up for WR Lemon
The Eagles made a trade with the division rival Cowboys and selected USC wide receiver Makai Lemon with the No. 20 pick.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Udoka calls out Rockets after collapse: 'Grow up'
Rockets coach Ime Udoka called out his team after a late-game collapse that saw Houston fall into a 3-0 series hole against the Lakers. "Horrendous mistakes," he said. "I don't know if you want to say youth or scared of the moment, or whatever the case."

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

GM: Texans' Collins stance clear, not trading him
Texans general manager Nick Caserio made it clear that wideout Nico Collins is not available for trade.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Lakers' last-minute magic keys OT win for 3-0 lead
LeBron James scored 29 points, including a tying 3-pointer with 13 seconds left in regulation, and the Lakers took advantage of a Rockets team missing Kevin Durant for a 112-108 win Friday night to take a 3-0 lead in their first-round series.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Montreal fans back Dach after online harassment
After two costly mistakes in Montreal's Game 2 loss, Kirby Dach received so much online harassment that he deactivated his Instagram account. But after fans chanted his name in warmups Friday, he responded with a monster night in a 3-2 overtime win.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Which teams won -- and lost -- on Day 2 of the NFL draft? Kiper on the best values, biggest reaches
We're through 100 picks of the NFL draft. Mel Kiper Jr. sorts through the steals and reaches of Day 2, including some big value selections.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Follow live: Spurs look to bounce back vs. Trail Blazers in Game 3
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Apr 25, 2026

Mini NFL mock draft: Predicting the first 10 picks of Round 4
Jordan Reid looks ahead to Day 3 of the NFL draft with predictions for the first few picks of Round 4.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

West playoff takeaways: Lakers drive to 3-0 series lead over Rockets
Here's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the Western Conference's first round.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

West playoff takeaways: Spurs beat Trail Blazers without Wemby; Lakers win in OT
Here's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the Western Conference's first round.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Tatum, Brown come up big in Celts' 'fun' G3 win
The countless moments when Boston's Jayson Tatum-Jaylen Brown duo has been tested on the biggest stage shined through Friday night against the 76ers.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

Lakers storm back late, win in OT to seize 3-0 lead
LeBron James scored 29 points, including a tying 3-pointer with 13 seconds left in regulation, and the Lakers took advantage of a Rockets team missing Kevin Durant for a 112-108 win Friday night to take a 3-0 lead in their first-round series.

ESPN Sports
Apr 25, 2026

?? Winners and losers from NFL draft Round 1
Mel Kiper Jr. makes sense of the first round of the NFL draft, sizing up moves such as the Makai Lemon, Caleb Downs and Ty Simpson picks.

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