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Jun 09, 2026

Serena starts comeback with doubles win at HSBC
After nearly four years away from professional tennis, Serena Williams won her first doubles match with partner Victoria Mboko in the opening round of the HSBC Championship.

ESPN Sports
Jun 09, 2026

Wild keep McCarron in fold with 6-year, $20M deal
The Wild signed Michael McCarron to a six-year, $20M contract, taking an impending free agent off the market after his productive arrival following a midseason trade.

ESPN Sports
Jun 09, 2026

NBA futures: Knicks, Brunson remain title, MVP fav...
San Antonio's win in Game 3 created a big shift to the odds, but New York remains the favorites as the Knicks head into Game 4 with a 2-1 series lead.

ESPN Sports
Jun 09, 2026

Injury report: The outlooks on injured fantasy sta...
Stephania Bell breaks down the status of fantasy stars heading into the 2026 season, from QBs to TEs.

ESPN Sports
Jun 09, 2026

Rams' Jackson faces domestic violence charge
Rams left tackle Alaric Jackson was arrested on a felony domestic violence charge Monday night, the Los Angeles Police Department confirmed to ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Jun 09, 2026

? Grading season predictions for all NBA teams
The Knicks will reach the Finals: A . Ace Bailey will lead all rookies in scoring: D. Let's reevaluate 30 predictions from last October.

ESPN Sports
Jun 09, 2026

Texas court sets Sorbsy-NCAA trial for February
The trial for Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby vs. the NCAA has been set to start two weeks after the CFP National Championship is scheduled to be played.

ESPN Sports
Jun 09, 2026

Closer stock watch: Don't panic on Andres Munoz; J...
Everything fantasy baseball managers need to know about which closers should be added, dropped and more.

ESPN Sports
Jun 09, 2026

Weekly picks: Awa Fam moving into Storm starting l...
Set your lineups for the week ahead with Awa Fam and more players to add.

ESPN Sports
Jun 09, 2026

Buzz: Does the returning Cam Skattebo have a top-1...
What is Cam Skattebo's ceiling as he returns to a Giants squad that is expected to feature the run game?

ESPN Sports
Jun 09, 2026

Free agent pickups: Still time to count on Los Ang...
The top players you should consider claiming off the fantasy baseball waiver wire this week.

ESPN Sports
Jun 09, 2026

Slugfest in Vegas and more Tuesday news
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.

ESPN Sports
Jun 09, 2026

Browns star LG Bitonio retires after 12 seasons
Longtime Browns left guard Joel Bitonio announced his retirement Tuesday after 12 seasons in the NFL.

ESPN Sports
Jun 09, 2026

Boxing divisional rankings: Billam-Smith dominates...
Chris Billam-Smith ended a yearlong layoff with a one-sided victory. Here are the latest ESPN divisional rankings.

ESPN Sports
Jun 09, 2026

32 NFL teams, 32 unanswered QB questions: Graziano...
Are Baker Mayfield and Sam Darnold headed for big extensions? Can Bryce Young level up again? When will Fernando Mendoza start?

ESPN Sports
Jun 09, 2026

2026 MLB All-Star predictions: Full AL, NL rosters...
Bryce Harper or Freddie Freeman? Ben Rice or Nick Kurtz? Here's our one-month-out look at who will make it to Philadelphia.

ESPN Sports
Jun 09, 2026

5 questions facing the USMNT as World Cup kickoff ...
Come Friday, the USMNT's World Cup journey will begin. With the tournament just days away, ESPN answers the biggest questions facing the co-hosts.

ESPN Sports
Jun 09, 2026

Transfer class rankings: Tennessee, Texas or Louis...
First-year head coaches aren't the only ones who made a splash in the portal. Blue bloods are in the mix, too.

ESPN Sports
Jun 09, 2026

How did the DC Defenders get a retired champ back ...
During Sunday's UFL playoffs semifinal, Mintze was asked about his "two-week sabbatical from his real job." Mintze's response? "Allegedly."

ESPN Sports
Jun 09, 2026

MMA divisional rankings: Bonfim is on the rise at ...
Here's a look at every weight class to determine the best of the best in UFC, PFL and beyond.

ESPN Sports
Jun 09, 2026

WNBA Power Rankings: Welcome to the top 2, Dallas
The surging Wings are right behind the Lynx ahead of the teams' Commissioner's Cup matchup on Tuesday.

ESPN Sports
Jun 09, 2026

Grading bold preseason predictions for all 30 NBA ...
The Knicks will reach the Finals: A . Ace Bailey will lead all rookies in scoring: D. Let's reevaluate 30 predictions from last October.

ESPN Sports
Jun 09, 2026

Everything the Spurs figured out in their Game 3 w...
Breaking down Game 3 from all angles and evaluating what it means for Game 4 and beyond.

ESPN Sports
Jun 09, 2026

Passan: How could an MLB salary cap work? Lessons ...
We examine how caps function in other pro sports to find out what it means for baseball's ongoing CBA negotiations.

ESPN Sports
Jun 09, 2026

Cap casualties to trade fireworks: Inside the NFL'...
More than 15 coaches, players and execs shed light on the back-to-back trades that happened on a key June day.

ESPN Sports
Jun 09, 2026

What still needs answering in every QB room? 32 li...
Are Baker Mayfield and Sam Darnold headed for big extensions? Can Bryce Young level up again? When will Fernando Mendoza start?

ESPN Sports
Jun 09, 2026

Inside the planning and building of a UFC event on...
Details included security, "the claw" and even bathrooms for 4,300 guests -- but no South Lawn digging

ESPN Sports
Jun 09, 2026

Still-too-early 2026 MLB All-Stars: AL, NL roster ...
Bryce Harper or Freddie Freeman? Ben Rice or Nick Kurtz? Here's our one-month-out look at who will make it to Philadelphia.

ESPN Sports
Jun 09, 2026

FIFA pulls Iran fans' World Cup ticket allocation
FIFA has revoked the ticket allocation for Iran fans at the team's three World Cup games in the United States, the national football federation claimed Tuesday.

ESPN Sports
Jun 09, 2026

'He's going to help us a lot': Why Chiefs believe ...
Walker is being asked to lift the Chiefs offense more than any running back before in the Mahomes era. Can he?

ESPN Sports
Jun 09, 2026

Why the Browns see a 'world of upside' in Jared Ve...
"This is an attacking front, and that's kind of my style," the edge rusher says of his new team in Cleveland.

ESPN Sports
Jun 09, 2026

Future Power Rankings: How all 68 Power 4 college football teams stack up
Coaches, current roster, recruits: Who has the best overall team over the next two seasons?

ESPN Sports
Jun 09, 2026

Forget Mourinho, star signings: Pérez's next big m...
After two years without a major trophy, Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez called elections to reassert his power. Now he has big plans for his legacy.

ESPN Sports
Jun 09, 2026

Rating the biggest 2026 World Cup ads: Adidas vs. ...
The World Cup is a chance for the world's biggest brands to throw everything into their ads.

ESPN Sports
Jun 09, 2026

Džeko, Ronaldo, Modric ... why are there so many o...
Only one non-goalkeeper over 40 has ever played a World Cup. This summer, four others could do the same.

ESPN Sports
Jun 09, 2026

Everything you need to know ahead of second AUSL s...
From new teams to new players set to take the field, here's what you need to know as the AUSL gets ready to start its second season on June 9.

ESPN Sports
Jun 09, 2026

'A lot of kids flying around here': How the Canes ...
Three Carolina defensemen have recently expanded their families.

ESPN Sports
Jun 09, 2026

Stanley Cup playoffs daily: Key stats, trends to k...
Can the Canes tie the series at 2-2, or will the Golden Knights take a 3-1 lead?

ESPN Sports
Jun 09, 2026

World Cup Power Rankings: Who are the front-runners with 48 hours to go?
With just 48 hours until the 2026 World Cup begins, our reporters ranked the top 15 contenders for this summer's top prize as they see it. Did your national team make the cut?

ESPN Sports
Jun 09, 2026

Ian Darke's World Cup preview: Favorites, surprise...
On the eve of the first 48-team World Cup, everyone can dream. But who will win the trophy? And who could surprise us all?

ESPN Sports
Jun 09, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Man United, City monitor Ch...
Manchester United and Manchester City have joined the race to land Chelsea left back Marc Cucurella. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
Jun 09, 2026

Aces' Wilson WNBA's fastest to 6,000 points
In her 278th game in the league, Las Vegas Aces center A'ja Wilson became the fastest WNBA player to reach 6,000 career points Monday night, scoring 34 to go along with 12 rebounds, 9 assists and 3 blocks in her club's 101-91 win over the Seattle Storm.

ESPN Sports
Jun 09, 2026

Brown on FT gap: 'Never thought I'd see' in Finals...
Knicks coach Mike Brown criticized the officiating in Game 3 of the NBA Finals after the Spurs shot 24 free throws in the second half to New York's eight.

ESPN Sports
Jun 09, 2026

The Spurs bounce back in Game 3! Biggest takeaways...
NBA insiders break down Game 3 of the NBA Finals and look ahead to the rest of the Knicks-Spurs showdown.

ESPN Sports
Jun 09, 2026

Stanley Cup playoffs daily: Golden Knights take 2-...
A wild win for Vegas has the team two wins away from another Stanley Cup.

ESPN Sports
Jun 09, 2026

Reports: Red Wings' Larkin has 3-team trade list
Detroit Red Wings captain Dylan Larkin has requested a trade by submitting a three-team list of desired destinations, a person familiar with discussions confirmed to The Associated Press on Monday.

ESPN Sports
Jun 09, 2026

Clark quiets 'noise' with last-second 3 in Fever w...
Caitlin Clark's 3-pointer with 1.2 seconds left gave the Fever a 78-76 victory over the Mystics on Monday night.

ESPN Sports
Jun 09, 2026

Spurs stun Knicks in MSG to revive Finals hopes
Victor Wembanyama had 32 points, eight rebounds and six assists in his first NBA Finals win as the Spurs cut the series lead to 2-1.

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

Serena Williams is returning to tennis -- what doe...
Here's everything we know -- and don't know -- about Serena Williams' return to the sport at Queen's Club next week.

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

Teen Russell, with Tiger's son on bag, makes Open
Teen Miles Russell, with Charlie Woods on his bag, was among those who endured "Golf's Longest Day" and qualified for next week's U.S. Open.

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

Celebrities at the Knicks-Spurs NBA Finals: Derek ...
Celebrities have been out in style courtside at the NBA playoffs.

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

?? Ranked: Top 50 players at men's World Cup
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will feature the world's best talent. Let's rank the top 50 players who will be there!

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

Sources: Oilers close in on deal to hire Babcock
The Edmonton Oilers are closing in on a contract that would make Mike Babcock, 63, who won a Stanley Cup in 2008 with the Detroit Red Wings and is 12th all time in NHL career victories, their next head coach, multiple sources confirmed to ESPN on Monday.

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

Trump first sitting president to attend NBA Finals...
Donald Trump arrived at MSG prior to Game 3 of the NBA Finals, becoming the first sitting U.S. president to attend a game in the basketball league's championship series.

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

'I never thought he'd grow up to be the player he ...
Brunson's appeal in New York centers around one idea: People might appreciate glitz and glamour -- but they respect guts and guile even more.

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

NFL minicamp daily updates: Yes! Jaxson Dart's adj...
New York opened up its mandatory minicamp, and Jordan Raanan shares insights from Monday's practice.

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

Sorsby granted injunction, eligible to play in '26
Texas Tech star quarterback Brendan Sorsby has been granted a temporary injunction against the NCAA and will be eligible to play for the Red Raiders in 2026.

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

World Cup's missing stars, from Cole Palmer to Tre...
The World Cup is a celebration of the best in soccer, but the party will be just a little duller without these stars.

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

Stanley Cup odds: Golden Knights reclaim favorite ...
With a 2-1 series lead, the Golden Knights are back as favorites to take home the Stanley Cup.

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

World Cup ref from Somalia denied entry to U.S.
Somali referee Omar Artan has been denied entry into the United States after getting selected to officiate in the World Cup.

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

Kentucky DL dies at 20; no foul play suspected
Kentucky defensive lineman Nic Smith has died at age 20, the school announced Monday.

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

'Sad day': Coaches, ADs stunned by Sorsby ruling
A judge's decision to rule Texas Tech's Brendan Sorsby eligible Monday drew the ire of college coaches and athletic directors, with reactions ranging from doomsday predictions to informal talk about Big 12 schools attempting to not play the Red Raiders.

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

Copy of American soccer still has a global stigma: Can the...
USMNT players past and present open up about the stigma of being an American in soccer ahead of the World Cup.

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

A.J. Brown, Myles Garrett, Jared Verse: Inside the...
More than 15 coaches, players and execs shed light on the back-to-back trades that happened on a key June day.

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

Everything to know about the UFC White House cente...
The UFC at the White House stage is a 92-foot-tall behemoth usually reserved for music festival headliners.

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

From the Octagon to the Oval office: White, Trump ...
Donald Trump and Dana White's friendship is on display cageside, on political stages and on the White House lawn.

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

Report: Las Vegas trading Hilary Knight to Detroit...
Hilary Knight is heading to the PWHL's expansion team in Detroit as part of a sign-and-trade deal involving one of women hockey's most recognized stars, a person with knowledge of the deal told The Associated Press on Monday.

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

Chiefs reunite with CB Sneed 2 years after trade
The Chiefs are signing cornerback L'Jarius Sneed, his agents, the Katz Brothers, told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

?? QB battles, rookies, more from NFL minicamps
NFL Nation frames minicamp storylines, including Jalen Hurts, Patrick Mahomes and QBs in Arizona and Minnesota.

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

Aiyuk appears to imply 49ers 'scared' to cut him
Brandon Aiyuk posted a video to Instagram on Sunday, appearing to imply that the 49ers are afraid to release him because he could land elsewhere and eventually make them regret letting him go.

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

Sources: Kings hiring Laviolette as head coach
The Los Angeles Kings are hiring Peter Laviolette as their new head coach, sources told ESPN on Monday.

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

It's how much? Ticket prices at MSG surge for Knic...
Seeing the Knicks at Madison Square Garden in the Finals is clearly the hottest ticket in town.

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

Knicks fan predicts they'll win the 2026 NBA Final...
Evan Pfeufer's 2026 NBA Finals prediction is looking more and more prescient as the series continues.

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

2026 WNBA championship odds: Lynx, Wings see odds ...
Odds for the 2026 WNBA season, with the Minnesota Lynx and Dallas Wings continuing to shorten.

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

MCWS 2026: Field for Omaha is set with OU taking the last spot
How to watch this year's NCAA baseball tournament with schedule, scores and channels.

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

American soccer still has a global stigma: Can the...
USMNT players past and present open up about the stigma of being an American in soccer ahead of the World Cup.

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

Reche Caldwell's murder still unsolved after 6 yea...
Frustrations abound over slow progress despite evidence pointing to a suspect.

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

Wetzel: Sorsby ruling a temporary injunction that ...
"Ridiculous, short-sighted and illogical." It's hard for Dan Wetzel to comprehend a judge's ruling that will enable Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby to play college football this season.

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

OKC GM backs Chet as 'underdog,' defends SGA
Thunder GM Sam Presti supported center Chet Holmgren following their disappointing playoff exit and hit back against the nagging criticism star guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander gets for his foul-drawing.

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

Broncos' Cooper pleads not guilty; trial date set
Broncos linebacker Jonathon Cooper pleaded not guilty Monday morning in a Douglas County (Colorado) courtroom to misdemeanor domestic violence charges.

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

MSG security tight ahead of Trump's Game 3 trip
Donald Trump's appearance at Game 3 of the NBA Finals brings strict security measures that will require fans to navigate an extensive safety perimeter around Madison Square Garden and an expected lengthy wait to enter the building.

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

NBA futures: Knicks are big title favorites after ...
The Knicks' incredible playoff run continues, as they are up 2-0 on the Spurs and head to New York as big championship favorites.

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

Knicks: Winning bid for celebrity row seats $1M
The New York Knicks announced that the winning bid in an auction for two seats for Game 3 on Monday night, the first NBA Finals game at Madison Square Garden since 1999, was $1 million.

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

Federer to take part in US Open exhibition event
Roger Federer will play in an exhibition at the US Open this year, returning to the Grand Slam tournament that he is the only player to win five consecutive times.

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

?? How Canes' new dads juggle Stanley Cup run
Three Carolina defensemen have recently expanded their families. Here's how the team has helped them juggle the new responsibilities.

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

Sources: Hawks, Snyder agree to multiyear deal
Atlanta Hawks head coach Quin Snyder has agreed to a multiyear contract extension

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

2026 fantasy football injury report: The outlooks ...
Stephania Bell breaks down the status of fantasy stars heading into the 2026 season, from QBs to TEs.

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

Fantasy buzz: Don't be surprised if a Dolphin besi...
Eric Karabell explains what to expect from a Dolphins offense with low expectations.

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

Mike Trout gets traded to Philly? JJ Bleday here t...
Eric Karabell looks into the crystal ball to tell fantasy baseball managers what might soon come to pass.

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

Ranked: The top 50 players at the World Cup
The 2026 FIFA World Cup will feature the world's best talent. Let's rank the top 50 players who will be there!

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

'He's us -- except he's very good at basketball': ...
Brunson's appeal in New York centers around one idea: People might appreciate glitz and glamour -- but they respect guts and guile even more.

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

Film screenings, government hearings: New York wan...
Ahead of Games 3 and 4, a number of Big Apple staples have extended an invitation to the Spurs star.

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

Sorsby granted injunction, eligible to play in '26...
Texas Tech star quarterback Brendan Sorsby has been granted a temporary injunction against the NCAA and will be eligible to play for the Red Raiders in 2026.

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

Mason Miller is so good -- even AI can't replicate...
Not even MLB's most advanced technology can replicate the dominant San Diego Padres closer.

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

Fantasy baseball free agent pickups: Still time to...
The top players you should consider claiming off the fantasy baseball waiver wire this week.

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

Predicting every game of the entire World Cup: All...
Who will win the FIFA World Cup? Instead of predicting a final winner, we've picked every single result.

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

From the Octagon to the Oval office: White, Trump and a 25-year friendship
Donald Trump and Dana White's friendship is on display cageside, on political stages and on the White House lawn.

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

'Never thought he'd grow up to be the player he is...
Brunson's appeal in New York centers around one fundamental idea: People might appreciate glitz and glamour -- but they respect guts and guile even more.

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

American soccer still has a global stigma: Can the USMNT at this World Cup change that?
USMNT players past and present open up about the stigma of being an American in soccer ahead of the World Cup.

ESPN Sports
Jun 08, 2026

MLB post-hype check-in: What to make of former big...
From a vaunted Japanese star to a former No. 1 pick, let's examine some of baseball's young players taking time to hit their stride.

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