John Harbaugh expressed optimism in Dexter Lawrence’s future with the New York Giants. But amid a reported trade request from the three-time Pro Bowl defensive lineman, Harbaugh sent some mixed messages during Tuesday’s offseason activities for the club.
Fernando Mendoza has informed the NFL that he is not planning to attend the draft, sources told ESPN.
Tight end Kyle Pitts Sr. is signing his franchise tender and reported for the beginning of the Falcons' offseason workout program, according to NFL Network.
This year’s NFL Draft class doesn’t feature the most traditionally exciting group of prospects for fans. There’s one quarterback that’s a surefire lock to go in the first round, the top defensive players are two linebackers and a safety, and there isn’t a truly dominant No.
From first lap moves that prove decisive to last-gasp moments that get the crowd on their feet, F1 has seen it all over the years.
FIFA have opened disciplinary proceedings against the Royal Spanish Football Federation [RFEF] after Islamophobic chants were heard during their friendly with Egypt last week.
Alexander Isak has been named in the Liverpool squad for Wednesday's Champions League quarter-final at PSG after 15 weeks on the sidelines.
Manchester United's players believe Michael Carrick is "the right man" to take the head coach job permanently, according to winger Amad.
Mendoza could be the first No. 1 pick to not attend the draft since Jaguars defensive end Travon Walker in 2022.
The Guardians put Gabriel Arias on the 10-day IL Tuesday due to a strained left hamstring, calling up Juan Brito to make his big league debut.
The Chicago White Sox placed outfielder Austin Hays on the 10-day injured list on Tuesday with a right hamstring strain.
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The Los Angeles Dodgers, leading the NL West with an 8-2 record, face the Toronto Blue Jays, who are ranked fourth in the AL East with a 4-6 record, on Tuesday night in Game 2 of the 2025 World Series rematch.
The New York Yankees (7-2), ranked first in the AL East, face the Athletics (3-6), ranked fifth in the AL West, in the first matchup of their three-game series.
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Kay has been imprisoned since 2022. He waived doctor-patient privilege to assist the Angels defense in the Tyler Skaggs civil case.
All the prospects fantasy managers should be keeping an eye on as the season moves through its first month.
Boston Red Sox first baseman Willson Contreras is sick of being hit by the Milwaukee Brewers. Contreras, who has been hit by the team 24 times over his major-league career, sent a message to the Brewers’ organization following yet another hit-by-pitch during Monday’s 8-6 win by Milwaukee.
As the search for the next Dominican baseball phenom intensifies, the tragic death of a teenager is the latest symptom of a failing system.
A return to Cy Young form for Alcantara could make the Marlins a playoff contender. It also skyrockets his value at the deadline.
Kayleigh Kraus took a shot for the ages on her cellphone. High school photo class might've helped.
For this week’s edition of the Power Rankings, we highlighted one member of each team who has been an early game-changer.
Ben Blatt, a data reporter for The Upshot, dreams up inventive ways to answer questions like: “Is Taylor Swift actually increasing N.F.L. ratings?”.
Jacob deGrom said he felt something in his right knee before Monday night's start, which limited him to five innings and 78 pitches in the Rangers' win over the Mariners.
Willson Contreras had a warning for the Brewers after he was hit by a pitch for the 24th time by the team Monday. "... Next time they hit me again, I'm going to take one of them out. That's a message.".
Seattle catcher Cal Raleigh, who led the major leagues with 60 homers last year, hit his first of the season Monday after a 10-game drought, as the Mariners opened up a series against two-time Cy Young Award winner Jacob deGrom of the Texas Rangers.
Blue Jays right-hander and three-time Cy Young Award winner Max Scherzer left Monday's 14-2 loss to the Dodgers because of right forearm tendinitis.
TORONTO — In some ways, it still feels like October here. There’s a bite in the air, a chill in the wind, the same as there was five months ago for the most unforgettable ballgame anybody in attendance had ever witnessed.
Even after changing divisions, Contreras made his disdain for the Brewers abundantly clear Monday evening.
CLEVELAND — In the grand scheme of the 2026 MLB season, an early April contest between the Guardians and Royals doesn’t register as especially significant. But for José Ramírez, this chilly Monday night at Progressive Field meant history.
How are the battles for major honors, Champions League spots and relegation shaping up across the continent? Here's everything you need to know.
On Tuesday, Spain’s National Court said the players protest “did not constitute a strike” and was instead "freedom of expression".
Sign up now! Sign up now! Sign up now? Sign up now! Arne Slot tries his best not to choke up when he talks of last year’s meeting between Liverpool and PSG. “I hope every fan around the world was hoping this game wouldn’t stop because it was incredible,” he blubbed in March 2025. His team had just lost on penalties to the soon-to-be Bigger Cup winners.
Spanish fans in Catalonia were warned about the chants during the game. The songs were condemned by Spain's Lamine Yamal, who is Muslim.
Multi-club ownership organisation Bay Collective has reached an agreement to aquire a majority stake in Sunderland Women.
United States international Patrick Agyemang will miss his home World Cup after suffering a serious Achilles tendon injury.
Joey Barton has denied assaulting a man outside a golf club in north-west England. The 43-year-old former Manchester City and Newcastle midfielder appeared via video link from Liverpool prison for the plea hearing at Liverpool crown court.
Wales suffer a significant injury blow heading into this month's World Cup qualifying double-header against Albania as Ceri Holland is ruled out of both games.
Napoli’s president, Aurelio De Laurentiis, has said he would not stand in Antonio Conte’s way if the coach asked to take the vacant Italy job, after Conte said he ought to be under consideration to succeed Gennaro Gattuso.
Manchester United winger Amad Diallo backs interim boss Michael Carrick to become the club's permanent manager.
"The election process was not free, fair or transparent," NSC sports director Ahesan said.
MI also brought back Trent Boult and AM Ghazanfar.
While CSA is keen on the idea in principle, it needs space in its own calendar to be able to send a first-choice South Africa team.
The new Sri Lanka women's coach wants the team to start playing an aggressive brand of T20 cricket.
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His team-mate B Sai Sudharsan also feels Buttler is closest among all batters to get back to full form.
Australia legspinner retakes the top spot from Sophie Ecclestone.
Weather could have an influence on the contest, with Delhi experiencing unseasonal rain.
Currently involved in the PSL, Warner had gone to Australia during a week-long break in fixtures for Karachi Kings.
One of Australia’s most decorated cricketers will face court after allegedly blowing twice the legal limit in a random breath test on Easter Sunday. David Warner was allegedly stopped at a roadside breath testing unit at Maroubra in Sydney’s east. Continue reading...
Gael Monfils may well have played his final match at the Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters on Tuesday, but the 39-year-old Frenchman leaves Monaco with more than two decades of vivid memories.
Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner each delivered opening displays on Tuesday at the Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters that demonstrated exactly why they are currently locked in a battle for No. 1 in the PIF ATP Rankings.
Novak Djokovic’s prolific rivalry with Roger Federer is one of the defining storylines in 21st-century men’s tennis so far. The Serbian faced the Swiss star 50 times and finished with a 27-23 lead in their Lexus ATP Head2Head series. But every rivalry has a beginning.
The Masters concession menu is notable for just how affordable it is, but the tournament isn't the only event associated with a signature food or beverage item.
Jannik Sinner had a flash of inspiration waiting at the Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters on Tuesday, when he crossed paths with the fastest man alive, Usain Bolt. Fresh off a commanding opening win over Ugo Humbert, the No.
Carlos Alcaraz said he had ‘missed clay so much’ ahead of this week’s Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters, and the Spaniard certainly seemed to enjoy himself on returning to the surface for his first match at the ATP Masters 1000 event.
Jannik Sinner settled into his European clay-court swing in commanding fashion on Tuesday at the Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters, where he launched his twofold bid in Monaco with authority.
Alexander Blockx and Joao Fonseca both enjoyed impressive debut outings at the Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters on Monday afternoon, despite earning contrasting victories. The 20-year-old Blockx held his nerve for a 6-4, 4-6, 6-3 win over the former World No.
Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner will each begin their 2026 clay season on Tuesday at the Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters. After the day’s play on Court Rainier III kicks off at 11 a.
Jessica Pegula reigned supreme again in Charleston, Yuliia Starodubtseva had the week of her career, Bianca Andreescu got back in the win column and more in the latest week in review.
Ugo Humbert will bid to snap Jannik Sinner’s 17-match winning streak at ATP Masters 1000 level on Tuesday, when the pair clashes in the second round at the Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters.
Stan Wawrinka bade farewell to the Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters crowd on Monday afternoon, when the 41-year-old wild card fell to Sebastian Baez in his final match at the event.
Jannik Sinner is a two-time semi-finalist at the Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters. Read all about the Italian's results, records and statistics entering the 2026 edition of the ATP Masters 1000 event here. What is Sinner's record in Monte-Carlo? Since making his Monte-Carlo debut in 2021, the No.
Carlos Alcaraz is defending champion at the Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters. Read all about the Spaniard's results, records and statistics entering the 2026 edition of the ATP Masters 1000 event here. What is Alcaraz's record in Monte-Carlo? Since making his Monte-Carlo debut in 2022, the No.
Matteo Berrettini and Andrea Vavassori pulled out a powerful finish to clinch a hard-earned first-round victory on Monday at the Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters.
Rafael Jodar continued his rapid rise up the PIF ATP Rankings by lifting his maiden ATP Tour title in Marrakech on Sunday. Mariano Navone also claimed his first tour-level crown in Bucharest, while Tommy Paul triumphed in Houston to round out an ATP 250 tripleheader on the clay. ATPTour.
It is safe to say that top seed Carlos Alcaraz is excited for the start of his clay-court season at the Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters.
The 2026 Rolex Monte-Carlo Masters continued Monday when Andrey Rublev, Jiri Lehecka, Joao Fonseca and Valentin Vacherot were among the singles winners. View all of the results from Monday at the ATP Masters 1000 event below.
Lukas Neumayer’s path to his maiden ATP Challenger title was anything but straightforward. The Austrian had come up empty in his first six finals at that level, repeatedly knocking on the door without breaking through.
Tommy Paul was as close to defeat as possible Sunday in Houston, but refused to give in. The American saved three championship points to outlast Argentine Roman Andres Burruchaga 6-1, 3-6, 7-5 in the Fayez Sarofim & Co.
When Fernando Mendoza hears his name called during the 2026 NFL Draft later this month, he’ll do so surrounded by friends and family at home. According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, the likely No. 1 overall pick will stay at home in Miami and not attend the draft in Pittsburgh.
There have been some wild rides in the betting market in regard to the No. 1 overall pick in the NFL Draft, including in 2022 when Aidan Hutchinson was a large favorite, only to be overtaken by Travon Walker on the odds board shortly before the draft. The Jaguars indeed took Walker No.
Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts Sr. will sign his franchise tag, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. The Falcons and Pitts are expected to continue negotiations for a long-term deal, but he now secures a $15.045 million, fully guaranteed, one-year contract.
Atlanta Falcons tight end Kyle Pitts will sign his franchise tag, according to NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport. The Falcons and Pitts are expected to continue negotiations for a long-term deal, but he now secures a $15.045 million, fully guaranteed, one-year contract.
Steve "Mongo" McMichael died in 2025 at age 67 after a five-year battle with ALS, and his wife Misty donated his brain to research.
Colin Kaepernick said in a statement that his memoir out Sept. 15, "The Perilous Fight," will offer context for what led to his taking a knee.
Former Chicago Bears defensive tackle Steve McMichael has been diagnosed with Stage 3 (of 4) chronic traumatic encephalopathy, according to the Concussion & CTE Foundation.
The Pro Football Hall of Famer died in 2025 at age 67 after a five-year battle with ALS.
For a while, it looked like Kirk Cousins might be the fallback plan for the Pittsburgh Steelers. But the Steelers are doing what they said they wouldn’t do. They’re waiting on Aaron Rodgers.
Honoring Lawrence's request is unlikely at this stage of the NFL calendar.
Looking beyond the numbers, here are the teams that took the boldest steps in their portal approaches.
Aiyuk hasn't played an NFL game since Oct. 20, 2024, and his time with the 49ers may be nearing an end.
Mike Clay provides breakdowns of the top receivers for the 2026 fantasy season.
Peter Schrager leans on his intel after last week's annual league meeting to project picks in the NFL draft. Here's where things stand right now in Round 1.
Who are the best comps for Rueben Bain Jr., Jermod McCoy and Fernando Mendoza?.
After lighting up the combine as one of just a few FCS prospects invited, Charles Demmings could be a mid-round pick in this year's draft.
This year's receiver class doesn't boast superstars at the top, but is deep, with intriguing variety in particular roles.
Pearce’s status with the team has been in limbo since he was arrested following an incident with former girlfriend Rickea Jackson.
Also: League executives weigh in on the AFC, NFC and biggest offseason storylines, plus Dane Brugler joins for a quick draft Q&A.
New York Giants defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence reportedly requested a trade on Monday, with the Giants set to report for their first week of offseason workouts on Tuesday.
Louisville freshman guard Mikel Brown Jr. says he will enter the NBA draft after averaging 18.2 points, 4.7 assists and 3.3 rebounds in 21 games in his freshman year for the Cardinals.
Duke is favored to win the 2027 men's basketball national championship, according to bookmakers, with newly crowned '26 champion Michigan second in next year's title odds.
Tracking news and updates for players entering -- and exiting -- the transfer portal for the 2026-27 season.
In their last game together, UConn coach Dan Hurley and Huskies star Alex Karaban saw a bid for a third national title in four years come to an end at the hands of the Michigan Wolverines, who produced a 69-63 victory at Lucas Oil Stadium on Monday night.
In the year of the freshman, Dusty May led a band of transfers and upperclassmen to a national title.
Michigan won its second national title by becoming the first team since 2009 to beat UConn in the Sweet 16 or later.
The 2026 champion is crowned. We're rolling right into ranking next season's best teams -- with a few new rules.
The 7-foot-4 former NBA center posted up among the Michigan faithful during the men's national championship game on Monday.
Oklahoma has hired Lucas McKay as its first men's basketball general manager. McKay had served in the same role at Clemson.
NC State freshman Matt Able, who averaged 8.8 points this season, is putting his name into the NBA draft while also entering the transfer portal, he told ESPN.
Former Duke teammates Cooper Flagg and Kon Knueppel are battling for NBA Rookie of the Year in one of the closest races in recent memory.
The NBA regular season enters its final week this Tuesday, April 7, as the New Orleans Pelicans host the Utah Jazz at the Smoothie King Center.
The Eastern Conference playoff race reaches a boiling point this Tuesday, April 7, as the Miami Heat visit the Toronto Raptors at Scotiabank Arena.
The NBA regular season winds down this Tuesday, April 7, as the Milwaukee Bucks visit the Brooklyn Nets at Barclays Center. The Bucks (31-47) are looking to break a road losing streak, while the Nets (19-59) aim to defend their home court in the final week of the 2025-26 campaign.
The NBA regular season reaches a critical juncture this Tuesday, April 7, as the Minnesota Timberwolves visit the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
The NBA regular season winds down this Tuesday, April 7, as the Washington Wizards host the Chicago Bulls at Capital One Arena.
The Oklahoma City Thunder, with a record of 62-16 and ranked first in the Northwest Division, are favorites with a -2500 moneyline as they face the LA Lakers. The Lakers, who hold a 50-28 record and are first in the Pacific Division, have a +1050 moneyline and a 17.5-point spread against them.
The Boston Celtics, ranked first in the Atlantic Division with a 53-25 record, are favored by 4.5 points against the Charlotte Hornets, who are ranked second in the Southeast Division with a 43-36 record.
The Boston Celtics, ranked first in the Atlantic Division with a 53-25 record, are favored by 4.5 points against the Charlotte Hornets, who are ranked second in the Southeast Division with a 43-36 record.
The Houston Rockets, with a record of 49-29 and ranked second in the Southwest Division, visit the Phoenix Suns, who are also ranked second in the Pacific Division with a 43-35 record.
Jon Rahm said he expects to play in the 2027 Ryder Cup despite refusing to accept the deal that would allow him to play LIV Golf events as well as DP World Tour events without being fined.
A year removed from McIlroy's historic win, we look at some of the keys shots that secured his coveted green jacket and the career grand slam.
Is Scheffler still the favorite? Can DeChambeau break through? How hard could the course play? We break down what to watch at the 2026 Masters.
Min Woo Lee believes he has found a secret “weapon” to win a green jacket, while Jason Day, Adam Scott and Cameron Smith all arrive in Augusta with good results under their belt.
The Masters at Augusta National has arrived for another year with four Australians in the hunt to clinch the nation’s first green jacket since Adam Scott in 2013.
After the recent tumult, Woods won't be in Augusta, but Masters fans still seek the ghosts of past miracle shots. There is no unwinding this tournament and Tiger.
Memories of ‘The Shark’ Greg Norman drowning his green jacket hopes in Augusta National’s creeks still makes many Australians sick in the stomach.
Odds for the 2026 Masters including to win and to finish top 5, top 10, top 20 and more.
Australia’s Jason Day gave a lengthy and passionate response when asked if he had any empathy for Tiger Woods following the 15-time major champion’s car crash and arrest for a DUI.
Golfers at the Masters said they're pulling for Tiger Woods, who purportedly entered treatment following his DUI arrest in Florida on March 27.
Louisville freshman guard Mikel Brown Jr. has announced his intention to enter the 2026 NBA Draft, ESPN Andscape reported. ESPN's Jeremy Woo currently projects the 6-foot-5 guard as the seventh overall selection.
John and Nate do their 3rd annual Star Movement Draft, as they pick the stars they think are most likely to be on another team by the start of the 2027-28 season.
As an organization, Chicago has lacked the ability to look in the mirror and accurately describe what is looking back at it.
Zach Harper catches you up on the latest NBA news in our newsletter.
An electric regular season is nearing its end, which means two things:. 1. We’re about to flow into an even crazier postseason. 2. It’s time to put the finishing touches on award races. Chief among them is the MVP award, the NBA’s most prestigious regular-season honor.
Veteran French guard Nando De Colo announced that he plans to retire at the end of this season. De Colo is wrapping up his season and career by playing for Fenerbahce in Turkey. De Colo played for two seasons in the NBA for the San Antonio Spurs and Toronto Raptors.
University of Louisville freshman guard Mikel Brown Jr. told ESPN Andscape that he plans to enter the 2026 NBA draft. Brown averaged 18.2 points, 4.7 assists and 3.3 rebounds per game in 21 games for the Cardinals during the 2025-26 season.
Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Milwaukee Bucks appear headed for a breakup. On top of everything else that’s transpired this season, Antetokounmpo’s feud with the team over his return to play following a calf injury appears to be the nail in the coffin for the partnership.
A lost season exacerbated a 13-year relationship that was already on the rocks, leading to more questions than answers in Milwaukee.
The Miami Heat constructed a trade package centered on Tyler Herro, Kel'el Ware and multiple draft picks that brought them closer than any other franchise to acquiring Giannis Antetokounmpo at the February 5 trade deadline.
Team Principal Laurent Mekies has delved into whether Red Bull's 2025 choices have cost them some 2026 performance.
Carlos Sainz gives his take on where Williams need to improve to start competing higher up the order in 2026.
As the season pauses ahead of Miami, IndyCar race winner and F1 TV analyst James Hinchcliffe has picked out his five most impressive drivers after the opening three rounds of 2026.
BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson answers your latest questions.
By winning in China and Japan, Kimi Antonelli joined an exclusive club of F1 drivers to have followed up their maiden victory with a second win at the very next race.
Valtteri Bottas said he was “really proud” of Kimi Antonelli in the wake of the teenager’s maiden F1 win in Shanghai, which he followed up a week later with another victory in Suzuka.
Can Mercedes be beaten this season? Oscar Piastri believes so after he managed to get the better of George Russell in Japan.
The opening three races of the 2026 season offered new track experience for the Alpine driver.
The 2026 F1 season is three rounds old, with the drivers having contested the Australian, Chinese and Japanese Grands Prix, with one Sprint thrown in for good measure.
F1 Hall of Famour journalist looks back at Italy's last World Champion – and whether Kimi Antonelli could be the next.
2026 has been dreamland for the Noale factory so far but just how impressive have they been?.
There have been plenty of F1-themed movies and TV shows, perfect for the racing gap in April – here are some of the best.
Ocon has picked up one point so far this season, but there is an argument that he deserves far more.
F1.com's Lawrence Barretto speaks to Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton, with the seven-time World Champion's form in 2026 suggesting he is very much back on song.
Here are 11 ways to keep your Formula 1 passion burning until the lights go out in Miami.
With a few weeks to go until the next round on the calendar, we asked our writers to give us their take on how the 2026 season has unfolded so far – and who has the most work to do when the campaign resumes…
Three races down and Gasly has picked up points in every one this season.
With alumni in every F1 team, Oxford Brookes University’s Formula Student team is the most prestigious in the country. At the Oxford Brookes Headington campus, more than 100 students are busy building the fastest, best designed race car possible for this year’s Formula Student competition.
Haas and Racing Bulls caught the eye at Suzuka last weekend with a couple of creative one-off liveries – the former introducing the iconic Godzilla monster to the F1 world and the latter taking inspiration from Japanese shodo calligraphy.
McLaren Team Principal Andrea Stella has set out the factors that he believes helped the squad to “stay in the race” in Japan, with the Italian admitting that there is one particular area where the team “have to improve”.
Less than 24 hours after Angel Reese was traded from the Chicago Sky to the Atlanta Dream on Tuesday, the Dream are already beginning to feel the impact.
AUGUSTA, Ga. — Patrick Reed is slowly starting to build out his new on-course look, after he found himself as one of several golf apparel free agents following his exit from LIV Golf in January.
Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson is prepping a renewed push for the Bears to pursue a new stadium at the site of the former Michael Reese Hospital, NFL sources said, in an effort that would diverge sharply from the team’s current, two-site deliberation.
The Rays are finally back in Tropicana Field for the first time in more than 18 months, but the club’s long-term future remains very much a work in progress. The MLB club will have its 2026 home opener Monday afternoon at the St. Petersburg, Fla.
The Chicago Sky’s 2024 trade up in the draft to select Angel Reese was widely believed around the WNBA to be an overpay. That perception was strengthened Monday when the Sky dealt Reese to the Atlanta Dream for two first-round picks. The Sky originally had the No.
The York Revolution, an unaffiliated minor league team in the Atlantic League of Professional Baseball, announced that they will play one game this season as the Big Dills.
PHOENIX — WNBA free agency this year had the makings of a high-octane, drama-filled blockbuster. Instead, it’s shaping up to be nothing more than a blip.
The Winnipeg Goldeyes, a team in the American Association of Professional Baseball, had to convince their fans that they were not kidding around when they announced that they would play one game this season as the Manitoba Mosquitoes.
The Belleville Senators certainly took the bull by the horns last week in paying tribute to their home city’s former junior hockey club.
Multiple sources have indicated the uniforms will officially be unveiled this summer alongside of a new alternate helmet.
Odds for the 2026 WNBA season, with the Atlanta Dream seeing their odds shorten considerably following the blockbuster trade for Angel Reese.
Who are the biggest names who might be on the move, and how will the condensed offseason impact free agency?.
Jamila Wideman was ousted as a result of serious strategic differences in Washington, a league source said.
On the first day of WNBA free agency, Angel Reese is headed to Atlanta after two seasons in Chicago.
Angel Reese logged an extensive list of accolades with the Chicago Sky, before being traded to the Atlanta Dream in 2026.
The Sky have traded two-time WNBA All-Star and two-time rebounding champ Angel Reese to the Dream for first-round draft picks in 2027 and 2028.
The Connecticut Sun will play its final season in 2026 before moving to Houston in 2027. How long have other WNBA teams been around?.
The WNBA and WNBPA agreed that free agency will begin Monday, with the draft set for April 13.
Candace Parker, Elena Delle Donne, Amar'e Stoudemire, Doc Rivers and Mike D'Antoni headline the Class of 2026.
Candace Parker, Elena Delle Donne, Chamique Holdsclaw and the 1996 U.S. Olympic women's team will enter the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame later this year, joined by Amar'e Stoudemire, Mike D'Antoni, Joey Crawford, Doc Rivers and Mark Few.
We’ve basically got three spots up for grabs: the last wild card in the West, the last wild card in the East and third place in the Metro.
It's a pivotal evening in the hockey world. Here are the games with the biggest stakes, plus full playoff projections after Monday.
Carle, a popular pick for NHL coaching vacancies, has a chance to win his third NCAA title a year after some said DU's window had closed.
Ahead of the playoffs, an in-depth look at why teams typically stop rotating goalies, Celebrini's heroics and more.
The Panthers GM isn't giving his team — or himself — a pass for a non-playoff season after three consecutive trips to the Stanley Cup Final.
The NHL is looking into the circumstances that led to Tampa Bay Lightning forward Pontus Holmberg hurting his left arm when he crashed shoulder-first into an unlatched penalty box door in Monday night's 4-2 loss to the Buffalo Sabres at KeyBank Center.
Tampa Bay superstar forward Nikita Kucherov, 32, scored the 400th goal of his career in the Lightning's 4-2 loss to the Buffalo Sabres at the KeyBank Center on Monday night, a power-play tally in the first period that gave him 126 points on the season.
Charlie Stramel was deemed by many a bust at Wisconsin but thrived after a transfer to Michigan State.
Tom Fitzgerald is out as the Devils' general manager in an abrupt late-season change of direction.
Fitzgerald had been part of the Devils front office since 2015 at varying levels, and GM since 2020.
The incident took place during a game against the Toronto Maple Leafs on Dec. 21.
The Stars have indefinitely banned the fan who purchased the tickets in connection with an investigation into what appeared to be a Nazi salute at a game in December.
DeBoer, who takes over in New York with four games left in the regular season, is one of the most experienced coaches in the world.
Ottawa Charge coach Carla MacLeod is taking an indefinite leave as she continues to receive treatment for breast cancer, the team announced on Monday.
The Islanders jumped at the chance to get Peter DeBoer, while the coach was sold on the team's vision.
The Lightning and Sabres are both playoff-bound, but the No. 1 divisional seed is up for grabs. Plus, full playoff projections, draft lottery standings.
Only eight players have pulled off the feat in the same season. Who are the most likely "double champs?".
Nashville sold at the trade deadline, signaling the end, but then the Predators made an unlikely push.
Have the Golden Knights started a trend? Another team, this time the Islanders, fired their coach with single-digit games left.
Strome came to Anaheim at what some would have seen as the worst time. He left with the Ducks on the verge of being playoff mainstays again.
Courtney Lawes has been backed to regain his England place following confirmation he will be joining Sale Sharks this summer on a one-year deal.
Sale Sharks hooker Nathan Jibulu could face a lengthy ban after being cited for allegedly biting Harlequins' prop Will Hobson.
With the countdown on for the 2026 Women's Six Nations, are Wales' players going into the tournament battle-hardened or undercooked?.
Ulster has confirmed that Rob Herring and Nathan Doak are injury doubts ahead of Friday's Challenge Cup quarter-final against La Rochelle (20:00 BST).
Dragons take on Zebre in the quarter-finals of the Challenge Cup with the help of qualified lawyer Rodrigo Martinez in the front row.
World champions have a large try-scoring hole to fill and a rejigged side searching for eighth title win in a row. How do you solve a problem like replacing Abby Dow? Yes, it is a different take on the Sound of Music song but it is a fiendish question to answer.
Former England captain Courtney Lawes says he is "officially un-retiring from international duty" after signing for Sale for 2026-27.
BBC Sport NI looks at Ireland's aims for the 2026 Women's Six Nations before their opening game against England on 11 April.
Fly-half Lleucu George is looking to add some much-needed creativity into Wales' attack in the 2026 Women's Six Nations.
The former England captain Courtney Lawes is returning to the Prem to join Sale at the end of the season after two years withBrive.
Aaron Ramsey will be remembered as a great after overcoming shattering setbacks to become a brilliant midfielder for Wales and Arsenal.
Liverpool supporters' action against ticket price rises should be supported by rivals, according to the FSA.
The 35-year-old has been without a club since he left Mexican side Pumas UNAM last summer. .
Barton, 43, is jointly charged with 50-year-old Gary O'Grady, who has not yet entered a plea.
Wales captain and former Arsenal midfielder Aaron Ramsey retires from professional football with immediate effect.
Former captain Harry Maguire signs a new one-year contract with Manchester United.
In a compelling interview, the former Manchester United defender surveys the modern game.
Kristyna Janku has chosen to speak out about what happened - and football's apparent inability to make sure it does not happen again.
Lincoln have won promotion to the Championship - potentially putting them in competition with top teams next season.
Investment is one topic of internal discussion, while The Athletic has been told of concerns around some elements of coaching.
Which prospects will have the most sacks through five NFL seasons? We projected the top edge rushers.
An executive order signed by President Donald Trump on Friday aims to limit NCAA athletes to a five-year playing window and how often they can transfer between schools.
Sonny Dykes, who has gone 36-17 in four seasons as TCU coach, has agreed to a multiyear extension.
Since 2000, only eight safeties have been drafted in the top 10. Downs could challenge conventional wisdom.
A Virginia circuit court judge denied Virginia quarterback Chandler Morris' request for a preliminary injunction to play a seventh season on Thursday.
The Gators' makeover for "The Swamp" won't affect attendance or ambiance inside one of the SEC's rowdiest venues, athletic director Scott Stricklin said.
Indiana coach Curt Cignetti reiterated his support for transfer quarterback Josh Hoover while responding to recent comments from TCU coach Sonny Dykes about Hoover's high turnovers total.
Big 12 commissioner Brett Yormark and Texas Tech booster Cody Campbell traded barbs this week over a scheduled Friday night game between the Red Raiders and Houston next season.
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We've seen a lot during the college careers of the draft's top QBs. Each has something that could set them back.
An AFL giant has made a $16 million entry into the league’s biggest free agency race.
Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir reveals a plan is in place to tackle Nick Daicos.
The AFL is set to generate an eye-watering sum from its expanded finals series this year, amid “anger” at Chris Scott after his wildcard sledge.
Richmond has thrown its hat in the ring for Port Adelaide free agent Zak Butters.
Will Hayward faced the AFL Tribunal to try and overturn his one-match ban.
Who's struggling, who's a test, check out the players from your list who are a little sore.
Bulldogs players worked with the club's new supplier to design a more comfortable, better-fitting uniform tailored specifically for women.
This Hawthorn big man hasn’t quite hit his straps yet in 2026, but he seized the moment during the Easter Monday blockbuster against Geelong.
All eyes turn to Adelaide this weekend for a highly anticipated Gather Round.
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Carlton's Will Hayward is penalised for a swinging arm on North Melbourne's George Wardlaw.
Mid-season draftee Cooper Trembath continues to impress and has gained the round four Telstra AFL Rising Star nod.
One of the league's best shut-down taggers, James Jordon is also a creative weapon up forward.
Melbourne has replaced Mick Stinear after his departure to Geelong.
Carlton recruit Will Hayward failed to escape a one-game striking ban at the AFL Tribunal, which upheld the league’s crackdown on gut punches.
Gold Coast's midfield stayed back at training to work through a series of scenarios after they were outplayed by Melbourne.
Dockers coach Justin Longmuir says the pair will spend another week on the sidelines ahead of his buoyant club’s return to South Australia.
Fresh off a four-goal game Jake Melksham refuses to look backwards on his long career.
Carlton coach Michael Voss insists he is ignoring most of the intense scrutiny on his embattled AFL club, adamant key stakeholders remain on the same page.
Fremantle is preparing for Collingwood superstar to return for crucial clash.
The Bulldogs’ halves conundrum is claiming an unwarranted victim, who could be ousted from the club — Matt Burton.
Warriors gun Adam Pompey is in hot water for a move made on Briton Nikora while in attack.
The Dragons are languishing at the bottom of the NRL ladder with pressure heaping on coach Shane Flanagan and a misfiring halves pairing.
Panthers star Blaize Talagi admits he feels sympathy for ex-schoolboy teammate Lachlan Galvin.
The Rabbitohs are sitting pretty in third position and will fancy their chances of taking down last year's minor premiers in the opening game of Saturday's double-header at Perth's Optus Stadium.
The original Queensland derby is set up perfectly with the Broncos and Cowboys both arriving in Round 6 on the back of three consecutive victories.
The Dragons have started 0-5 for the first time in franchise history and face a daunting task to try and halt the slide when they host the Sea Eagles in Wollongong.
The second game in this week's Perth double-header, Cronulla will be looking to build on their impressive win over the Warriors when they take on the Roosters.
After starting the season with two wins the Bulldogs have now lost two straight and must confront the red-hot Panthers without skipper Stephen Crichton who is nursing a knee injury.
The hottest ticket in town will be for Campbelltown Sports Stadium this Sunday with top two team Wests Tigers at home to top three team Newcastle Knights.
Hull FC head coach John Cartwright will leave the club at the end of the year, after two seasons in the position.
The Storm are in unfamiliar territory and come into this match against the Warriors having lost three games in a row for the first time since 2022.
The Eels are back at home and will be looking to bounce back after going down in an Easter Monday classic while the Titans are aiming to heal the disappointment of losing a hotly contested derby.
Arrested in the Brookvale Oval car park nearly two years ago, Brandon Wakeham has revealed that being taken in by NSW Police was the “best thing to happen to him”.
Tom Duffy is on standby to play against his former Cowboys team-mates as Broncos halfback Adam Reynolds battles to prove his fitness for Friday night's derby at Suncorp Stadium.
Cameron Munster reflects on the Storm's start to the season after a horror showing against the Panthers.
Jesse Arthars has been named at fullback for the Brisbane Broncos ahead of Friday's blockbuster clash against the North Queensland Cowboys.
Dragons forward Emre Guler throws his support behind under-fire coach Shane Flanagan.
No Reece Walsh. No Adam Reynolds. No Ben Hunt. The defending champions are reeling ahead of their Queensland derby clash with the North Queensland Cowboys.
The end of one era means the start of another for both Adelaide and Ebony Marinoff's house.
It was a move that seemed obvious to everyone else, but new Geelong AFLW coach Mick Stinear was reluctant to leave Melbourne.
A partial floating fixture will be used as the best young talent takes to the field through the next two weeks.
Ben Cavarra will return to Hawthorn's AFLW side as forwards coach.
Laura Kane will head a bolstered AFLW administration team that will include former Queensland boss Trish Squires.
One of the architects of Brisbane's AFLW dynasty is joining Adelaide as the club's new women's football boss.
Sarah Black looks at the leading prospects to be selected early at this year's draft.
Ashburton's junior girls program has attracted five AFLW stars to help guide the next generation of players.
Bess Keaney will remain on the inactive list for the Bombers.
The ex-CEO of Netball Australia said it was behind the times when she walked out the door in December 2023, but new gambling reforms announced by the federal government show the sport was right to steer clear from sports betting.
World Cup-winning Diamond Kiera Austin remembers having to learn to use a tampon earlier than she was ready in order to play netball. Now she's developed a period undershort she hopes will address the alarming rates of Australian teens dropping out of sport.
Emily Mannix talks about her extended absence from the Super Netball league, and why she's now ready to return for the Melbourne Vixens after a "freak accident" meant her daughter Mabel needed emergency care at birth.
The world's best goal keeper has sparked an important conversation about postpartum depression in her return to the Super Netball league.
Nine Kiwi players will feature in Super Netball for 2026, after the New Zealand governing body relaxed its national selection policy. But just like the green fruit, their influx has left a sour taste in the mouth of rusted-on Australian Diamonds fans.
Victoria's Equal Opportunity and Human Rights Commission has been contacted after a number of junior netball teams were axed from the Ballarat Football Netball league due to a lack of footballers.
Coach Stacey Marinkovich believes a refreshed Diamonds squad has found its "identity" ahead of attempting to become the first Australian netball team to defend Commonwealth Games gold.
Kate Moloney celebrates her 50-game milestone in style as the Australian Diamonds post a 32-goal victory over an understrength Jamaica in Perth.
The Diamonds made a flying start with the initial six goals in a comprehensive 72-41 victory at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre.
Australia's netballers expect to gain precious intelligence ahead of a showpiece tournament when they host Jamaica in a three-Test series.
AAP. Keli Leaupepe only feels hunger, not heartbreak, after being forced to watch the Sydney Kings' NBL triumph from the sidelines.
The Hungry Jack’s NBL26 Championship Series was one for the ages, with neither Sydney nor Adelaide taking a backward step across the five games. In the Series decider, overtime was needed to seal the Kings’ 12-point win, in front of the competition’s biggest-ever crowd.
They say pressure makes diamonds, and Adelaide’s Bryce Cotton well and truly proved that on Sunday. On the NBL’s biggest stage, the six-time MVP produced a performance for his 36ers in Game 5 of their Hungry Jack’s Championship Series against Sydney.
“Gritty” is the word Brian Goorjian keeps coming back to when describing his title-winning Sydney Kings. From a 3–5 start to the season to an incredible run that ended with a Game 5 triumph in the Championship Series, the Kings’ turnaround was remarkable.
With a record seventh Hungry Jack’s NBL championship to his name now, the incredible resume of Sydney Kings coach Brian Goorjian is as good as any in Australian sport.
The Adelaide 36ers were one Bryce Cotton lay-up or one defensive rebound away from potentially being NBL26 champions in a finish few saw coming. “We have to give a whole lot of credit to Adelaide,” Pete Hooley said on NBL Overtime.
The Hungry Jack's NBL26 Season is done and dusted with the Sydney Kings crowned champions. NBL Overtime breaks it all down following an epic Game 5, as well as looking ahead to the off-season plans for both teams.
The morning after winning the NBL26 Championship, Sydney Kings CEO Mark Thompson, Brian Goorjian, Matthew Dellavedova, Kendric Davis and Xavier Cooks speak to the media.
After Sunday’s Game 5 victory, the Sydney Kings have now won three championships in the past five seasons. While it’s not the same as the three straight the franchise won from 2003 to 2005, there’s an argument that the club is currently in their second dynasty.
Go behind-the-scenes on court and in the locker room as the Sydney Kings celebrate after winning a dramatic Game 5 of the NBL26 Championship Series.
. Subscribe to The CooligansApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube. In this special episode, The Cooligans go one-on-one with NYCFC CEO Brad Sims for an in-depth conversation about what it really takes to run a club in Major League Soccer.
In an era where the sport’s biggest moments are scrutinized in slow-motion to find an inch of infraction, the long-range goal has become a necessary thrill. VAR only comes into play if a loitering teammate is caught between the shooter and goalkeeper.
As the World Cup nears, each MLS matchday takes on extra significance for those on the national team roster fringes.
Lionel Messi may have scored, captained the side and had a quarter of the new building named in his honor, but this was unmistakably Inter Miami co-owner Sir David Beckham’s night.
28th minute — Denis Bouanga (4–0 LAFC)The third-fastest hat trick ever scored in MLS history came in a span of eight minutes.
Los Angeles FC steamrolled Orlando City with a 6-0 win in their Matchday 6 MLS clash. Featuring standout performances from Heung-Min Son and Denis Bouanga against Griezmann’s future team in Major League Soccer.
Nu Stadium's first game on Saturday came after a long and frustrating road for Inter Miami's ownership.
US Major League Soccer. Inter Miami 2 - 2 Austin FT. Luis Suarez scored his first goal of the season to earn Inter Miami a draw against Austin FC as the MLS champions officially opened their new stadium.
MLS started play seven weeks ago, but apparently someone forgot to tell the Galaxy, who continue to sleepwalk through a season that rapidly is slipping away from them.
SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) — Niko Tsakiris scored two goals, Preston Judd added a goal and an assists, and the San Jose Earthquakes beat San Diego FC 3-0 on Saturday night. Daniel De Sousa Britto — known simply as “Daniel” — stopped one shot for the Earthquakes (5-1-0).
A Northern California standout who rose to the Top 10 in the United States, Denise Carter Triolo became a regular on the Virginia Slims Circuit as the women’s tour began to take shape.
Aryna Sabalenka has moved to No. 11 on the all-time list for most consecutive weeks at No. 1, passing Chris Evert's run from 1980-1982. She's only three weeks from tying Martina Hingis for No. 10 all-time.
Yuliia Starodubtseva and Panna Udvardy posted the biggest jumps inside the Top 100 in the latest PIF WTA Rankings after breakthrough runs in Charleston and Bogota.
After a grueling week that zapped her physical reserves, Jessica Pegula outlasted the field in Charleston and the elements to secure her second title of the season and a celebratory margarita.
After surviving 11 hours on court and four straight three-setters, Jessica Pegula saved her most clinical tennis for the final to become the tournament’s first repeat champion since 2013.
Yuliia Starodubtseva continued her surprising run in Charleston, knocking off former champion Madison Keys in straight sets to reach her first WTA final. Now, a meeting with Jessica Pegula for the right to hoist the trophy awaits.
Ukraine's Yuliia Starodubtseva reached her first career WTA Tour final in Charleston. From her journey to professional tennis to her team, get to know the World No. 89.
Ahead of Sunday's championship match, here’s a complete breakdown of when Jessica Pegula and Yuliia Starodubtseva play, what’s at stake and how they navigated the draw.
Jessica Pegula had played three matches in Charleston entering Saturday, winning each in three sets. So it was only fitting that she again needed three sets to dispatch Iva Jovic in 2 hours and 35 minutes and reach a second straight Charleston final.
Playing on clay is new to Iva Jovic, but she's passing the test in Charleston with flying colors. On Friday, she beat Anna Kalinskaya to become the third American though to the semifinals, joining Jessica Pegula and Madison Keys.
Five Grand Prix wins in a row later, the Italian is setting new benchmarks. Here are some of the stats.
Delve into some of the key takeaways from MotoGP’s latest visit to Austin.
Martin makes it an Aprilia 1-2 in Austin, Acosta joins the Noale duo on the podium as Marc Marquez claims P5 following his Long Lap penalty.
Post-race penalty reshuffles results as Acosta loses P3, with Bastianini stepping up to claim bronze.
Championship leader Bezzecchi drops to the second row for Sunday's GP after being deemed to impede Marc Marquez during qualifying.
The reigning World Champion’s Sunday just got harder as he’ll have a penalty to serve.
The #89 attacks Bagnaia on the last lap, Marc Marquez clashes with Diggia and Bezzecchi slides out on an eventful Saturday.
A dramatic qualifying session sets up a tantalising grid – with Acosta third and Marc Marquez sixth in Texas.
The #12 will undergo a minor procedure to remove a displaced screw fitted after his 2025 German GP crash.
The #37 was back to the top straight out of the crate on Friday whilst the reigning Champion suffered a far from smooth session.
Zac Lomax’s Super Rugby debut has been delayed after the former NRL star was a late withdrawal from the Western Force’s big win over the Queensland Red on Saturday night.
Zac Lomax’s immediate playing future has been decided, with the former NRL winger signing a two-year deal with Rugby Australia and the Western Force.
A comical own goal from Wellington goalkeeper Josh Oluwayemi sparked a 5-0 thrashing by Auckland FC, prompting coach Giancarlo Italiano to dramatically announce his resignation in the post-match press conference.
The A-League has been accused of undermining social cohesion after banning fans from wearing jerseys of nations “currently involved in major conflicts” ahead of this week’s multicultural round.
Veteran winger Craig Goodwin’s hopes of being chosen in the Socceroos’ FIFA World Cup squad are in tatters, with the Adelaide United skipper set to spend up to three months on the sidelines after injuring his groin.
Brisbane Roar coach Michael Valkanis has launched an extraordinary tirade after being shown a red card for the second time this season following his team’s sixth defeat in seven games on Saturday.
The Australian football community is mourning the death of former Melbourne City and Brisbane Roar coach Rado Vidosic.
Adelaide United teenager Brody Burkitt announced his A-League arrival with a second-half hat-trick to sink Brisbane Roar at Suncorp Stadium on Saturday.
Exclusive: Girl had to agree to remove shirt before being let into Allianz Stadium on Sunday night.
Spurned investor Damon Hanlin has slammed the Australian Professional Leagues, saying he had been “encouraged” to be Central Coast Mariners’ “financial stabiliser” by the club’s outgoing chairman before being denied the chance to become the A-League outfit’s official owner.
Australia’s first openly gay male professional footballer, Josh Cavallo, has accused Adelaide United of being homophobic — but the club’s captain has hit back.
Josh Cavallo has accused his former A-League club Adelaide United of homophobia and blocking him from playing after he came out as gay in 2021. The 26-year-old left the Reds last year and moved from Australia to England where he now plays non-league football.