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Apr 15, 2026

Follow live: Magic, 76ers in tight battle for East's 7-seed playoff spot
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ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

?? Kiper's two-round NFL mock draft
Mel Kiper Jr. predicts 64 picks across the first two rounds of the draft, including two potential trades, a few QB landing spots and plenty of impact additions.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

LIV CEO says season to continue 'at full throttle'
Amid reports that Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund might be on the verge of pulling its funding for the league, LIV Golf CEO Scott O'Neil told staff in an email Wednesday that its season will go on "as planned, uninterrupted and at full throttle."

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

Ohtani on mound but not in lineup against Mets
Shohei Ohtani was not in the starting lineup for his start day Wednesday, the first time in five years that he has pitched but not also hit.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

Sources: MLBPA fires two top execs with cause
The Major League Baseball Players Association fired two top executives with cause Wednesday following an internal investigation, sources told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

While other giants fire, Arteta's Arsenal continues to flicker in the background
Arsenal's draw enough to carry them to UCL semis, but their season remains in the balance.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

After Real Madrid's UCL comeback falls short, can their project be salvaged?
Big questions lie ahead for Real Madrid following their defeat to Bayern Munich in an instant Champions League classic.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

'Joke': Madrid fume at costly red card in UCL exit
Coach Álvaro Arbeloa said it was "obvious" that Eduardo Camavinga's red card was crucial in Real Madrid's Champions League quarterfinal elimination by Bayern Munich on Wednesday, while midfielder Jude Bellingham called the decision "a joke."

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

Messi hit with $7M lawsuit over missed friendly
A Miami-based event promoter has filed a $7 million lawsuit against Lionel Messi and the Argentine Football Association, alleging fraud and breach of contract after the star sat out an exhibition match last October.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

Memo: NFL onboarding replacement officials
The NFL has started onboarding potential replacement officials as the expiration of its CBA with the NFL Referees Association approaches.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

Islanders' fundraiser for convicted cop causes stir
The Islanders are facing questions about a jumbotron promotion urging hockey fans to donate to a former New York City police sergeant who was recently convicted of manslaughter for hurling a cooler of ice at a man fleeing arrest.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

Florida's Condon to return for senior season
Florida forward Alex Condon, the No. 30 prospect in ESPN's Top 100, will return for his senior year, he told ESPN on Wednesday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

Dolphins GM: RB Achane 'not available' for trade
Dolphins running back De'Von Achane is "not available" for a trade, general manager Jon-Eric Sullivan said Wednesday, as the team looks to extend its homegrown star.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

FIFA prez: Iran 'for sure' will play at World Cup
FIFA president Gianni Infantino said Wednesday that Iran would "for sure" be at the World Cup this summer, despite the ongoing war with the United States.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

Investigation underway after fan-Duran incident
The Twins and Major League Baseball are investigating Jarren Duran's allegation that a fan he directed his middle finger at during a game had told the Red Sox outfielder to kill himself.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

Sources: NBA investigating Ball trip of Adebayo
The NBA is investigating LaMelo Ball's trip of Bam Adebayo that resulted in the Miami Heat star's lower back injury during Tuesday's play-in game against the Charlotte Hornets, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

Sources: Top PG Wright boosts BYU with return
The return of point guard Robert Wright III will give BYU a boost as it prepares to lose two of its top players.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

Sources: Wilson staying with Aces on $5M deal
A'ja Wilson, the only four-time MVP in WNBA history, is staying with the Las Vegas Aces on a 3-year, $5 million supermax contract, sources told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

NBA touts near doubling of television viewership
The NBA says 170 million people in the U.S. watched NBA games across the league's four primary broadcast platforms during the regular season, a number that represents an 86% rise over last season.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

Arch '100%,' says wins came when he loosened up
Texas quarterback Arch Manning said Wednesday he feels "100% right now" following offseason foot surgery. He also reflected on last year, saying, "The first half of the season, I was pissed. I wasn't playing well and it wasn't fun for me."

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Bayern want Brobbey to compete with Kane at striker
Bayern Munich are monitoring Sunderland forward Brian Brobbey ahead of a potential summer move. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

Champions League live updates: Bayern host Real Madrid, Arsenal take on Sporting CP
Enjoy all the updates from the UEFA Champions League quarterfinals Wednesday, which see Bayern Munich taken on Real Madrid and Arsenal battle Sporting CP.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

Grading all 30 NBA teams' regular seasons
Tim Bontemps grades all 30 teams, from surprise contenders to franchises banking on lottery luck.?

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

Predicting the entire postseason -- with a surprise champion
ESPN's Zach Kram decides each NBA playoff series through the Finals. Who will square off in June?

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

Source: Ekitike ruptures Achilles, misses WC
Hugo Ekitike will miss the World Cup and be out for at least nine months after he ruptured his Achilles tendon on Tuesday night, a source told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

?? Transfer buzz: Men's hoops teams reloading
Who's leaving, who's staying, and who's coming? Let's take a look at 2026's last teams standing.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

Tigers lock up rookie McGonigle for 8 years, $150M
The Tigers and rookie infielder Kevin McGonigle agreed to an eight-year contract extension worth $150 million, the team announced Wednesday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

What MLB players really think of automated ball-strike challenge rule
ABS has been the talk of the MLB season. Here's what those in the game say about the new rule -- and how it changes their jobs.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

Crochet? Crow-Armstrong? Which slow starting superstars should cause concern?
Do April showers bring May...fantasy points? Some slow fantasy starts might lead to improved production.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

LeBron outside the top 20?! Steph at 50?! How we ranked this postseason's stars
ESPN analyst Zach Kram ranked and tiered the 50 NBA players most likely to make the biggest impacts in the postseason.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

Men's transfer buzz: How Final Four teams are reloading
Who's leaving, who's staying, and who's coming? Let's take a look at 2026's last teams standing.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

Men's transfer portal: Tracking who's on the move, commitments
Tracking news and updates for players entering -- and exiting -- the transfer portal for the 2026-27 season.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 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 15, 2026

Mascherano exit highlights Miami's delicate, Messi-centric balancing act
Javier Mascherano quitting as Inter Miami manager illustrates how hard it's becoming to keep an aging Lionel Messi happy within a team in transition.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

From New Jersey to Copa del Rey? Matarazzo reaching new heights in Europe
Pellegrino Matarazzo could soon be first U.S.-born coach to win a trophy in one of Europe's top five leagues.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

Can Jordan Chiles end her career with an NCAA team title?
Jordan Chiles enters her final NCAA championships as the most recognizable face in gymnastics -- and hopes to lead UCLA to its first title since 2018.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

WNBA free agency and trade tracker: Las Vegas keeps Wilson, adds Carter
WNBA free agency is here. Kelsey Plum is returning to Los Angeles. Kayla McBride is returning to Minnesota.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

Keys to the offseason: Free agency and draft plans for every eliminated NHL team
We explore the next moves each team should make this summer and forecast expectations for 2026-27.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

Full plate: Lehigh scores 20 runs in first inning
Thirty-two Lehigh players batted during a 20-run first inning that set an NCAA record during a 38-6 blowout win over Coppin State.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

Kiper's new two-round NFL mock draft: 64 picks, 64 landing spots for top prospects
Mel Kiper Jr. predicts 64 picks across the first two rounds of the draft, including two potential trades, a few QB landing spots and plenty of impact additions.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

MMA pound-for-pound rankings: Suarez seizes control of a spot in women's top 10
Onetime UFC strawweight title challenger secures her spot in the ESPN P4P rankings with dominant wrestling.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

From New Jersey to Copa del Rey? Matarazzo reaching new heights for U.S. coaches in Europe
If Real Sociedad win the Copa del Rey, Pellegrino Matarazzo will be the first U.S.-born coach to win a trophy in one of Europe's top five leagues. It has been quite a journey.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

NHL playoff watch: What's on the line in Wednesday's games
There isn't much season left to determine seeding and draft lottery order. Here's what you need to know.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 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 15, 2026

WNBA draft reaction: Breaking down best picks, shocking trade and more
Our staff weighs in on the best picks and biggest takeaways of this year's WNBA draft.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

From an A ... to a D: Breaking down every team's draft
One team set the curve with an A . Three got A grades, including Dallas for picking Azzi Fudd. But one got a D.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

How to bet the RBC Heritage: Schauffele, Aberg among standouts this week
All of the traits bettors should be looking for at the RBC Heritage, and the best bets to make.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

NBA Rank, playoffs edition: The 50 most impactful players in the 2026 postseason
ESPN analyst Zach Kram ranked and tiered the 50 NBA players most likely to make the biggest impacts in the postseason.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

WrestleMania 42: Key stats for all 13 matches across both nights
With eight championship bouts across two nights, WrestleMania 42 is stacked. Get caught up before this weekend's PLE.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

Men's pound-for-pound rankings: Fury misses out, new name joins top 10
Tyson Fury's victory in his boxing return wasn't enough to re-enter the top 10. Here are the latest ESPN pound-for-pound rankings.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

'He wants a Cy Young': With his arm at full strength, Shohei Ohtani is a man on a mission
Dodgers teammates say MLB's most singular star has set his sights on another history-making achievement.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

The legacy of Jackie Robinson, baseball's greatest agent of change
On Jackie Robinson Day, we remember one the game's most legendary players and his lasting impact.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

NBA season grades: Why play-in darling Charlotte gets one of 7 A's
Tim Bontemps grades all 30 teams, from surprise contenders to franchises banking on lottery luck.?

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

Overreactions: Can Arsenal, Spurs stop downward spiral?
Let's overreact to last weekend's Premier League action, from Arsenal's slip in the title race to alarm bells ringing at Tottenham.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

'It's harder than it looks on TV': What MLB players really think of automated ball-strike challenge rule
ABS has been the talk of the MLB season. Here's what those in the game say about the new rule -- and how it changes their jobs.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

The college football fan's guide to this year's NFL draft: Top schools, trends, more
Attention college football fans: The NFL draft is coming. Here's everything you need to know.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

Barnwell: Why four teams should trade up in Round 1 -- and six should trade down
Would it make sense for the Eagles, Bears and Chiefs to trade up? Here's our advice for 10 teams.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

Kiper's two-round NFL mock draft: Projecting 64 picks -- and two possible trades
Mel Kiper Jr. predicts 64 picks across the first two rounds of the NFL draft, including two potential trades, a few QB landing spots and plenty of impact additions.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

Akheem Mesidor's long, long road to the NFL
The Miami defensive end once struggled to make an impact in youth football. Now, he's a potential first-round pick.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

Sources: Ekitike ruptures Achilles, misses WC
Hugo Ekitike will miss the World Cup and be out for at least nine months after he ruptured his Achilles tendon on Tuesday night, a source told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Man United, Liverpool, Chelsea eye Bournemouth striker
AFC Bournemouth striker Junior Kroupi has caught the eye of Manchester United, Liverpool, and Chelsea. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

Undecided Ovi hears chants of 'One more year!'
Alex Ovechkin, who assisted on Jakob Chychrun's go-ahead goal during the third period of the Washington Capitals' 2-1 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets in the season finale Tuesday, heard chants of "One more year!" from fans during the final minute.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

Blazers ride Avdija's 41 over Suns, grab 7th seed
Deni Avdija scored 41 points to help the Blazers erase an 11-point deficit in the fourth quarter for a 114-110 win over the Suns that secured the No. 7 seed in the Western Conference playoffs.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

Trail Blazers stage late comeback to defeat Suns; will face Spurs in playoffs
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ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

Undecided Ovi hears serenade of 'One more year!'
Alex Ovechkin, who assisted on Jakob Chychrun's go-ahead goal during the third period of the Washington Capitals' 2-1 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets in the season finale Tuesday, heard chants of "One more year!" from fans during the final minute.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

Spo: Ball should've been tossed for Adebayo trip
Heat center Bam Adebayo suffered a lower back injury after a fall in the second quarter and was ruled out in the second half.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

Duran: Obscene gesture due to fan crossing line
Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran directed an obscene gesture toward a fan who he said told him to "kill myself" during Boston's loss to the Twins on Tuesday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

Sources: Giants' talks with Lawrence hit impasse
The Giants and star defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence II have reached an impasse on talks over a new contract extension, sources told NFL Network on Tuesday night.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

Jackets coach torches players: 'They don't care'
Blue Jackets coach Rick Bowness questioned his players' desire to win after an uninspiring season-ending loss to the Capitals.

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

WNBA trade grades: Grading Sky's latest move, Rickea Jackson's fit
The Sky keep making moves! How does Rickea Jackson fit into their plans?

ESPN Sports
Apr 15, 2026

WNBA free agency and trade tracker: Clark to Wings, Plum back to Sparks
WNBA free agency is here. Kelsey Plum is returning to Los Angeles. Kayla McBride is returning to Minnesota.

ESPN Sports
Apr 14, 2026

Wilkinson to leave UGA for Arkansas, sources say
Georgia transfer Jeremiah Wilkinson, one of the best scorers in the transfer portal, committed to Arkansas on Tuesday night, sources told ESPN, choosing the Razorbacks over programs including Kentucky, Oklahoma, Oklahoma State and LSU.

ESPN Sports
Apr 14, 2026

J. Cole ends stint with Chinese pro hoops team
Rap megastar J. Cole said Tuesday that his time playing professional basketball in China has come to an end after one game.

ESPN Sports
Apr 14, 2026

Ball's clutch drive saves Hornets in frantic finish
LaMelo Ball made the go-ahead bucket with 4.7 seconds left in overtime, and Miles Bridges sealed it with a block at the buzzer to propel the Hornets and oust the Heat in Tuesday night's play-in game.

ESPN Sports
Apr 14, 2026

Follow live: USWNT goes head-to-head vs. Japan in friendly
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ESPN Sports
Apr 14, 2026

Follow live: Heat and Hornets in a close game with Bam Adebayo questionable to return
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ESPN Sports
Apr 14, 2026

Fuming Raphinha: Barcelona 'robbed' in UCL exit
Sidelined Barcelona star Raphinha hit out at the officiating following his team Champions League elimination, claiming refereeing errors cost them the tie against Atlético Madrid.

ESPN Sports
Apr 14, 2026

Raiders getting calls inquiring about No. 1 pick
Raiders GM John Spytek said teams have called to inquire about the possibility of trading for the No. 1 pick but added, "Those teams know where they stand."

ESPN Sports
Apr 14, 2026

Sources: Michigan lands Illini QB decommit Lopati
One day after pulling his pledge from Illinois, four-star quarterback Kamden Lopati has committed to Michigan, sources told ESPN on Tuesday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 14, 2026

UCLA baseball team to don retro No. 42 tribute uniforms ahead of Jackie Robinson Day
The barrier-breaking MLB legend played four sports at UCLA, and the presently top-ranked Bruins baseball team will honor his legacy Tuesday with throwback threads.

ESPN Sports
Apr 14, 2026

Liverpool have star power, but PSG show it takes more than talent to truly sparkle
Liverpool's Champions League journey ended with a whimper Tuesday at the hands of a clinical Paris Saint-Germain.

ESPN Sports
Apr 14, 2026

Despite Barça's strong effort, Atléti end their Champions League hopes
Barcelona looked to stage a comeback, but Atlético Madrid did enough to prevent the Blaugrana from advancing.

ESPN Sports
Apr 14, 2026

Champions League recap: PSG, Atlético Madrid off to semifinals
Paris Saint-Germain and Atlético Madrid have advanced to the semifinals, following a day of UEFA Champions League quarterfinals action.

ESPN Sports
Apr 14, 2026

Brewers' Yelich out a month with adductor strain
Brewers outfielder/designated hitter Christian Yelich is expected to miss at least a month because of an adductor strain.

ESPN Sports
Apr 14, 2026

Barça out of UCL after rally vs. Atlético falls short
Atlético Madrid held on after an early charge by Barcelona to reach the Champions League semifinals for the first time in nearly a decade on Tuesday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 14, 2026

No update on Doncic as Lakers prep for Rockets
After putting his team through its first practice in preparation for the playoffs, Los Angeles Lakers coach JJ Redick said Tuesday he doesn't have any more information about when Luka Doncic could return, only saying that the star is "out indefinitely."

ESPN Sports
Apr 14, 2026

Liverpool fear for 'very-bad' looking Ekitike injury
Hugo Ekitike has handed a major injury worry to Liverpool and France after he was forced off in the first half of his club's Champions League quarterfinal loss to Paris Saint-Germain.

ESPN Sports
Apr 14, 2026

UCL live: PSG extend lead, Barça still chasing comeback
Enjoy all the updates from today's UEFA Champions League quarterfinals, which include Atlético Madrid vs. Barcelona and Liverpool vs. Paris Saint-Germain.

ESPN Sports
Apr 14, 2026

Ex-Michigan coach Moore avoids jail in sentencing
Former Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore was sentenced to 18 months' probation Tuesday for misdemeanors related to a confrontation with his executive assistant.

ESPN Sports
Apr 14, 2026

Remembering 'Coach Mac': Jeff Legwold shares his best Dave McGinnis memories
Legwold and the late McGinnis formed a bond over combine breakfasts, large trucks, makeshift wallets and bobbleheads.

ESPN Sports
Apr 14, 2026

Russini resigns from Athletic following Vrabel pics
NFL reporter Dianna Russini has resigned from The Athletic less than a week after published photos of her and Patriots coach Mike Vrabel at an Arizona resort prompted an internal investigation at the New York Times-owned sports outlet.

ESPN Sports
Apr 14, 2026

Adderley joins Colts, ending 3-year retirement
Safety Nasir Adderley signed with the Colts on Tuesday, two months after he announced he was ready to return to the NFL after retiring following the 2022 season.

ESPN Sports
Apr 14, 2026

Answering some big questions for the rest of the golf season
What can we expect next from Rory McIlroy? Who disappointed at the Masters? Will Scottie Scheffler add to his major total this year? We answer some big questions following the 2026 Masters.

ESPN Sports
Apr 14, 2026

Eagles GM reiterates Brown stance despite moves
Eagles general manager Howie Roseman on Tuesday kept the same public stance regarding wide receiver A.J. Brown despite the team's recent trade for Dontayvion Wicks.

ESPN Sports
Apr 14, 2026

Garcia apologizes for outburst on Masters tee box
Sergio Garcia issued an apology on social media Tuesday for his outburst during his final round of play at the Masters on Sunday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 14, 2026

Ginn returns to Aviators sideline after DWI arrest
Ted Ginn Jr. is back with the Columbus Aviators and will coach the UFL team Friday after missing one game following his weekend arrest on a DWI charge, the league told ESPN on Tuesday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 14, 2026

Safety Adderley joins Colts, ending retirement
Safety Nasir Adderley signed with the Colts on Tuesday, two months after he announced he was ready to return to the NFL after retiring following the 2022 season.

ESPN Sports
Apr 14, 2026

Mascherano quits as Inter Miami head coach
Javier Mascherano has quit as Inter Miami head coach, just four months after guiding the club to its first MLS Cup title.

ESPN Sports
Apr 14, 2026

Iowa 'disappointed' after NCAA vacates four wins
Iowa will have to vacate four victories from the 2023 season for tampering with quarterback Cade McNamara before he'd entered the transfer portal, the NCAA announced Tuesday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 14, 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.

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