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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

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

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

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?

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

UEFA Champions League semifinal live updates: PSG-...
Enjoy all the updates from Tuesday's UEFA Champions League semifinal first-leg match between Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Udoka on Durant's status for Game 5: 'We'll see'
Houston's Kevin Durant continues to make progress with his injured left ankle, but his status for Game 5 against the Lakers on Wednesday remains unclear, according to coach Ime Udoka.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Tang rejoins Drew's staff at Baylor, sources say
Former Kansas State head coach Jerome Tang is returning to Baylor to rejoin Scott Drew's coaching staff, sources told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

NCAA reveals Fordham point-shaving plot details
The NCAA released findings from an investigation on Tuesday that revealed how a gambling ring under federal indictment approached players under the guise of being NIL agents.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Last-place Phillies fire Thomson amid woeful start...
The Philadelphia Phillies, off to their worst start to a season in over two decades, fired manager Rob Thomson.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

McDavid a game-time call for Game 5 Tuesday
Oilers star Connor McDavid is a game-time decision for tonight against the Ducks.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Sources: Lakers optimistic for Reaves return in G5...
Lakers star Austin Reaves is optimistic to return for Game 5 vs. the Rockets after missing about four weeks with a Grade 2 oblique strain, sources told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

'We just feed off one another': Have the Sabres fi...
One win from its first series win since 2007, Buffalo has finally unlocked its true potential.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Stanley Cup playoffs daily: A pivotal Game 5 and t...
Here are previews for all of Tuesday's games, a best bet, recaps from Monday and updated stats.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Steelers use UFA tender on Aaron Rodgers: What doe...
Pittsburgh adds protection in case the 42-year-old QB bolts elsewhere. ESPN's NFL experts explain next steps.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Seven rounds, 35 great picks: Yates' favorite sele...
Omar Cooper Jr. at No. 30? R Mason Thomas in Round 2? Cole Payton on Day 3? Field Yates has the best picks.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

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

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Griezmann is already an Atlético legend. Can he wi...
Antoine Griezmann has never won LaLiga or the Champions League, but he's still among the greats. Can he sign off with club soccer's biggest title?

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Jones 1st to plead guilty in NBA gambling case
Former NBA player and assistant coach Damon Jones has 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 28, 2026

Steelers put seldom-used UFA tender on Rodgers
The Steelers placed the seldom-used UFA tender on quarterback Aaron Rodgers on Tuesday, which preserves Pittsburgh's right to receive a compensatory draft pick in the event that Rodgers signs with another team before July 22.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Last-place Phillies fire Thomson amid woeful start
The Philadelphia Phillies, off to their worst start to a season in over two decades, fired manager Rob Thomson.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

'Celebrate AND grieve' -- therapist recommends advice to parents of young Mets fans
Due to a recent 12-game losing streak, the Mets can be a tough team to root for, especially for young fans.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

'Ted Lasso' returns to Richmond with Season 4 teaser, release date
Lasso, the eponymous former manager of AFC Richmond, will be coming back to England to coach the franchise's women's team.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Boxing divisional rankings: Was 'Big Baby' Miller's win enough to rejoin the top 10?
Was Jarrell "Big Baby" Miller's third consecutive win enough to crack the heavyweight top 10? Here are the latest ESPN divisional rankings.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Week 12 Top 25 and how to watch
Check out our Top 25 poll, plus the player of the week.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Meet MLB's All-April team -- and the biggest early disappointments
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

Barnwell looks back at 12 quarterback situations very similar to the Rams' scenario: When has this strategy worked?
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

Women's Bracketology: South Carolina debuts as No. 1 overall seed for 2026-27
With the additions of Jordan Lee and Oliviyah Edwards, the Gamecocks top our first look at next season's NCAA tournament.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

WNBA tiered rankings: Frontcourt players to build around
As you prep for your draft, using these tiers is a helpful way to identify drop-offs during the process.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Mock draft: When to draft Napheesa Collier and others
See how the experts drafted in their fantasy women's basketball mock draft, including when to pick Napheesa Collier.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

12 moves that shaped the WNBA offseason -- and what they mean for 2026
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

Replacing the first round of the NFL draft: Who's up next in college football?
Here's who should take over for the 32 teams that lost first-round players in the draft.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

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

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Real Madrid want Mourinho as next manager
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 of the season
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

Sources: Lakers optimistic for Reaves return in G5
Lakers star Austin Reaves is optimistic to return for Game 5 vs. the Rockets after missing about four weeks with a Grade 2 oblique strain, sources told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

? Mel Kiper's grades for all 32 NFL draft classes
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 28, 2026

Griezmann is already an Atlético legend. Can he win Champions League and leave for MLS on a high?
Antoine Griezmann has never won the Champions League. Can he sign off with club soccer's biggest title?

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

What if Liverpool didn't sign Mo Salah? Soccer's ultimate alternative history
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?

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Updated 2026 NBA mock draft: Who's rising and falling ahead of the lottery?
As the 2026 NBA draft lottery approaches -- it's Sunday, May 10, on ABC -- we have an updated mock draft of all 60 picks.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

What to expect from the rookie class
Matt Bowen provides his analysis of this year's rookie class in fantasy, in terms of redraft and dynasty value.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Winners and losers after NFL draft: Price-to-Seattle a perfect fit?
Which players benefited most from the happenings during draft weekend, and which saw their stocks fall the most.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Notre Dame heads into 2026 with a QB it hasn't had in a long time
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 28, 2026

'We just feed off one another': Have the Sabres figured out the formula to win the Stanley Cup?
One win from its first series win since 2007, Buffalo has finally unlocked its true potential.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Stanley Cup playoffs daily: A pivotal Game 5 and two potential elimination games
Here are previews for all of Tuesday's games, a best bet, recaps from Monday and updated stats.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Closer stock watch: Underrated Robert Suarez on the rise
Everything fantasy baseball managers need to know about which closers should be added, dropped and more.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Fantasy baseball news: Travis Bazzana getting the call from Cleveland
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

MLB April All-Stars -- and the biggest early disappointments
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

Feds planning to file new charges against Rozier
Prosecutors expect to file superseding charges of sports bribery and honest services wire fraud against Terry Rozier, an assistant U.S. attorney said.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Foul call? Streak ends for Pads' Miller amid drama
Mason Miller's streak of 34 2/3 scoreless innings -- a Padres record and the eighth-longest streak for a reliever since 1961 -- came to an end with some controversy.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Does the Rams' Stafford-Simpson approach make sense? Barnwell looks at 12 similar past situations
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

Keldon Johnson's move to the bench kick-started San Antonio's resurgence
The Sixth Man of the Year is an undisputed leader in San Antonio and helped lead the Spurs back to the postseason.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Seven rounds, 35 great picks: Yates' favorite selections from the NFL draft
Omar Cooper Jr. at No. 30? R Mason Thomas in Round 2? Cole Payton on Day 3? Field Yates has the best picks.

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

Transfer rumors, news: Alonso on three-man Chelsea manager shortlist
Xabi Alonso is reportedly on Chelsea's shortlist to be their next manager, while Arsenal are interested in Victor Osimhen. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Pushed to brink, 60-win Pistons vow 'to be better'
With another lackluster performance that included 20 turnovers, Detroit, the No.  1 seed in the Eastern Conference, lost to the Orlando Magic in Game 4 on Monday night, a result that shoved star Cade Cunningham and the Pistons to the brink of elimination.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

OKC again starts playoff run with 1st-round sweep
The Thunder opened these playoffs in similar fashion to last season's championship run, sweeping their first-round series, this time against the Suns.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Jokic's triple-double powers Nuggets to a Game 6
Nikola Jokic snapped out of his prolonged funk with a triple-double, Spencer Jones provided a key spark and the Nuggets staved off elimination with a chippy 125-113 win over the injury-riddled Timberwolves in Game 5 of their playoff series Monday night.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

East playoff takeaways: Magic take 3-1 series lead with win over Pistons
Here's what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the Eastern Conference's first round.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Follow live: Nuggets, Timberwolves faceoff in pivotal Game 5
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ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Magic grind out Game 4 win, push Pistons to brink
The Magic overcame 32.6% shooting to win Game 4 and push the No. 1 seed Pistons to the brink of elimination.

ESPN Sports
Apr 28, 2026

Pens win again, happy to find stride just in time
Connor Dewar, Kris Letang and Elmer Soderblom scored and the Pittsburgh Penguins avoided elimination for the second time in 48 hours with a 3-2 win over Philadelphia in Game 5 of their first-round series Monday night.

ESPN Sports
Apr 27, 2026

Sources: Guardians call up '24 No. 1 pick Bazzana
The Guardians are calling up former No. 1 pick Travis Bazzana for the second game of their series vs. Tampa Bay.

ESPN Sports
Apr 27, 2026

Sources: LIV Golf will postpone New Orleans stop
LIV Golf's scheduled tournament in New Orleans in June will be postponed, sources told ESPN's Mark Schlabach on Monday, as the league continues to attempt to secure additional funding after Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund pulled back its commitment.

ESPN Sports
Apr 27, 2026

Flagg edges Knueppel in tight Rookie of Year vote
Mavericks star Cooper Flagg, who shattered records as a teenage rookie this season, earned Rookie of the Year on Monday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 27, 2026

Feds: Plan to file new charges against Rozier
Prosecutors expect to file superseding charges of sports bribery and honest services wire fraud against Terry Rozier, an assistant U.S. attorney said.

ESPN Sports
Apr 27, 2026

Follow live: Pistons look to level series against Magic in Game 4
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ESPN Sports
Apr 27, 2026

Flagg beats out Knueppel in tight ROY race
Mavericks star Cooper Flagg, who shattered records as a teenage rookie this season, earned Rookie of the Year on Monday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 27, 2026

Breslow talks with Story, open to feedback on style
Red Sox chief baseball officer Craig Breslow said Monday he's open to feedback about his communication style, which drew criticism a day earlier in the wake of the team's surprise firing of manager Alex Cora and five members of his coaching staff.

ESPN Sports
Apr 27, 2026

Simpson: Met secretly with McVay before draft
Newly drafted QB Ty Simpson said in an ESPN Radio interview that he kept his meeting with coach Sean McVay "private" in accordance with the Rams' wishes.

ESPN Sports
Apr 27, 2026

Paul Skenes rents bounce house to celebrate Konnor Griffin's 20th birthday
Skenes rented the inflatable kids attraction as a part of a belated celebration for rookie shortstop Griffin.

ESPN Sports
Apr 27, 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 27, 2026

Giants great Taylor in hospital with stomach issue
Hall of Fame linebacker Lawrence Taylor has been hospitalized for a stomach-related issue that a representative of his said does not appear to be life-threatening.

ESPN Sports
Apr 27, 2026

Ex-Bama DT pleads guilty after posing as NFLers
Ex-Alabama DT Luther Davis entered guilty pleas in federal court in Atlanta to one count of conspiracy to commit wire fraud and one count of aggravated identity theft. Prosecutors say Davis pretended to be three NFL players on video calls with investors.

ESPN Sports
Apr 27, 2026

Optimistic Baker: New age rules not retroactive
NCAA president Charlie Baker, who is "pretty optimistic" the age-based eligibility proposal will pass, told ESPN that the implementation is not expected to include athletes who graduated or exhausted their eligibility in the 2025-26 season.

ESPN Sports
Apr 27, 2026

UK lands UF transfer O'Neal, Shaq's daughter
Me'Arah O'Neal, a standout forward at Florida last season and the youngest daughter of Shaquille O'Neal, announced her commitment to Kentucky.

ESPN Sports
Apr 27, 2026

5-star guard Mingo, a UNC decommit, picks Baylor
Five-star senior Dylan Mingo, the best available guard in the 2026 class, has committed to coach Scott Drew and the Baylor Bears, he told ESPN on Monday, after he had previously committed to North Carolina.

ESPN Sports
Apr 27, 2026

What to know about Brendan Sorsby's situation, what's next
The latest gambling case at the NCAA leaves the transfer's future uncertain and Texas Tech with questions.

ESPN Sports
Apr 27, 2026

Wetzel: Heisman hopes and career in jeopardy after college football's latest gambling scandal
Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby's decision to get treatment for gambling addiction feels like an inevitable result of a sports betting boom. The NCAA has to hope it doesn't get worse.

ESPN Sports
Apr 27, 2026

Track legend Felix, 40, eyeing comeback in 2027
Allyson Felix is attempting a comeback at age 40 that could give her a chance to add to her Olympic-record medal haul two years from now in Los Angeles.

ESPN Sports
Apr 27, 2026

Bueckers: Fudd relationship 'nobody's business'
During media day proceedings with the Dallas Wings, star Paige Bueckers addressed the buzz surrounding her relationship with teammate Azzi Fudd on Monday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 27, 2026

Gators get commit from No. 1 center in '27 class
The Florida Gators continued their momentum on the high school recruiting trail with a commitment from Peyton Miller, ESPN's No. 1 center in the Class of 2027.

ESPN Sports
Apr 27, 2026

Riley not retiring, sticking with 'win big' approach
Pat Riley made it clear he is not retiring or changing his approach to running the Heat after Miami missed the playoffs for the first time since 2018-19.

ESPN Sports
Apr 27, 2026

Sources: NCAA eyes star QB Sorsby for gambling
Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby is checking into a residential treatment program for a gambling addiction, sources told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Apr 27, 2026

Braves move Lopez to pen: A reliever 'for now'
Reynaldo Lopez, who opened the season as Atlanta's No. 2 starter, is moving to the bullpen as Braves manager Walt Weiss shuffles his rotation for a series against Detroit.

ESPN Sports
Apr 27, 2026

Krivas returns to Arizona after considering draft
Arizona big man Motiejus Krivas, who averaged 10.4 points and 8.2 rebounds as the Wildcats reached the Final Four last season, is returning for the 2026-27 season.

ESPN Sports
Apr 27, 2026

From win total to rotation ERA to Ohtani's WAR: Predicting the Dodgers' season from their first-month pace
110 wins? How much WAR for Shohei Ohtani? We use L.A.'s hot start to play over/under for the rest of 2026.

ESPN Sports
Apr 27, 2026

Porter Martone, boy king of Philadelphia
The rookie joined the team this spring after his college season concluded -- and has been lighting it up in the playoffs.

ESPN Sports
Apr 27, 2026

Men's Way-Too-Early Top 25: Biggest risers, fallers after portal, draft deadlines
Florida jumps to the top while Louisville and Indiana join the mix. Here's how next season is taking shape.

ESPN Sports
Apr 27, 2026

NFL futures: Hierarchy largely unchanged after draft; Rams still favorites
Every NFL team's team's win total, as well as odds to win their division, the conference and Super Bowl LXI.

ESPN Sports
Apr 27, 2026

The biggest shocks of the 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs
From players overperforming or underperforming to powerless power plays to ... rotisserie chicken on the ice?

ESPN Sports
Apr 27, 2026

What's next for all 32 teams? New QB battles, impact rookies, depth chart questions
What questions linger after the draft? We asked our reporters for every team's most pressing issue.

ESPN Sports
Apr 27, 2026

GM: Bills shut down trade interest in Coleman
The Bills "shut down" a couple of teams that reached out with trade interest in Keon Coleman earlier this offseason, general manager Brandon Beane said Monday on local radio station WGR-550.

ESPN Sports
Apr 27, 2026

Fantasy baseball news: Stanton's status still uncertain and other Monday news
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.

ESPN Sports
Apr 27, 2026

Week 11: Top 25, best moments and what to watch
What do the latest top-25 rankings look like?

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