Profar gets full PED ban after appeal resolved
Braves outfielder Jurickson Profar will miss the entire 2026 season after his appeal of a positive test for performance-enhancing drugs was resolved.
Braves outfielder Jurickson Profar will miss the entire 2026 season after his appeal of a positive test for performance-enhancing drugs was resolved.
Manager John Schneider said Thursday that Trey Yesavage will begin the season on the injured list due to a shoulder impingement.
Rays shortstop Taylor Walls will open the season on the injured list because of his right oblique, creating the possibility that prospect Carson Williams could make Tampa Bay's opening roster.
Longtime Mets broadcaster Howie Rose announced Thursday he is planning to retire at the end of the season after spending four decades with the organization.
We have you covered on everything you need to know to get ready for the start of the 2026 season on March 25.
Florida State kicker Conor McAneney was arrested and jailed on multiple charges Wednesday in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
The 2026 World Baseball Classic was another success story. But issues with pitcher usage are still holding it back.
Every team in Fifa's women's football tournaments must include at least one female head coach or assistant coach as part of new regulations.
Who is favored to advance and win it all in the men's college basketball tournament?.
ESPN reporters are on-site across the country with real-time updates from the 2026 NCAA tournament.
New role could feature more accountability in wake of criticisms about communication with county game.
Manufacturer warns of "major crisis" as conflict in Gulf impacts freight costs.
The Australian allrounder is available for the first eight County Championship fixtures and the Vitality Blast.
The fast bowler plans to link up with Punjab Kings for the latter stages of the IPL.
Australia international bowler Sean Abbott will return to Surrey for this season's T20 Blast and the first eight matches of the County Championship.
Curran moved from CSK to RR last November via a trade.
NZ do not have a great record at Eden Park but will hope the experience of playing here helps them overcome the SA challenge.
Parag reflected on RR's missed opportunities in 2025 and his journey to captaincy, and highlighted the need to protect Sooryavanshi from outside noise.
Stirling will, however, continue to lead Ireland's ODI side as they target qualification for next year's World Cup.
Captain Nat Sciver-Brunt returns from England’s training camp in South Africa for family reasons.
John McGlynn "understands" why Falkirk coach Stephen McGinn is being linked with the managerial vacancy at St Mirren.
Nellie Pou’s bill follows ICE chief, Todd Lyons, refusing to rule out enforcement near stadiums and fan festivals.
The tactical trend has been adopted by most of the Premier League — but it leaves teams looking exposed when facing the European elite.
The U.S. Open Cup is a 113-year-old competition, and 14-year-old Braiden Kalonji wrote his name in history by becoming its youngest-ever goal scorer.
Chelsea boss Liam Rosenior says midfielder Enzo Fernandez is "fully committed" to the club after the midfielder appeared to cast doubt on his future.
Venues will be able to stay open until 30 minutes after the end of games.
Thibaut Courtois is set to be sidelined for around six weeks after sustaining a thigh injury during Tuesday's 2-1 victory over Manchester City, sources told ESPN.
Bayern Munich teenager Lennart Karl earned a first Germany call-up on Thursday ahead of the World Cup for his eye-catching Champions League goals.
Liam Rosenior has revealed that Chelsea have found the mole leaking team news. The starting XI was published by French media before the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie against Paris Saint-Germain.
Interim Tottenham manager Igor Tudor is charged with misconduct over his claim that referee Thomas Bramall favoured the "home team" in their loss at Fulham.
Formula 1 will open the 2026 F1 Sim Racing World Championship at DreamHack Birmingham before staging further events at its new studio facility in Biggin Hill.
We look back at some of the most emotional moments in Formula 1 that caused the happy tears to flow.
Lando Norris is set to receive his first-ever Madame Tussauds figure, with the London attraction confirming that the figure will debut this summer.
Kimi Antonelli has admitted that he “would love” to compete in an endurance race with Max Verstappen in the future, with the latter having recently confirmed that he will take part in the Nurburgring 24 Hours later this season.
Damson Idris sat down for an exclusive Q&A about his experience of filming *F1 The Movie* after becoming a Global Brand Ambassador for F1.
A waxwork of Formula 1's reigning world champion, Lando Norris, will be exhibited at London's Madame Tussauds this summer.
After Kimi Antonelli's stunning performance in China, we look at the youngest F1 stars to ever win a Grand Prix.
Find out who topped the Power Rankings table after the Chinese Grand Prix weekend.
Kimi Antonelli became the latest Italian driver to win a Grand Prix when he crossed the line in China on Sunday to seal his maiden F1 victory.
The Haas Formula 1 team has announced an unusual collaboration with the Godzilla movie franchise, which will see the team run a special livery at next weekend's Japanese Grand Prix.
NASCAR driver Daniel Dye has been suspended -- the second known major penalty of his racing career -- for mocking IndyCar driver David Malukas during a recent livestream.
The start of the 2026 Formula 1 season has been one to forget for Aston Martin, but the squad are making progress despite failing to improve their fortunes at the Chinese Grand Prix.
The son of a motorsport legend, a racer since childhood, Formula 1 was Jacques Villeneuve’s destiny. In 1996, the young Canadian arrived at his first Grand Prix and immediately proved he belonged there by taking pole position.
Curt Cignetti, who coached Indiana to its first national title in football, will drive the honorary pace car at the Indianapolis 500.
The Chinese Grand Prix saw both Alpine drivers finish in the top 10, but the pair had mixed feelings after the race.
Think you know the new F1 rules? Prove it in the all‑new F1 Regulations Trivia Challenge.
Pete Bonnington will “cherish” the podium moment after Sunday's Chinese Grand Prix, having celebrated Kimi Antonelli’s maiden victory for Mercedes with his former driver Lewis Hamilton also there to share the moment.
F1 technical expert Mark Hughes takes a look at how McLaren are getting to grips with the Mercedes power unit, with illustrations from Giorgio Piola.
Former F1 driver and F1 TV analyst Jolyon Palmer takes a close look at Kimi Antonelli's maiden Grand Prix victory – and what it means for the title race in 2026.
More riders and teams confirmed as the pre-season test gets ready to launch.
Brady didn't completely dismiss the idea Wednesday on "GMA" as he prepared for the round-robin event Saturday in Los Angeles.
The Vikings agreed to terms with quarterback Carson Wentz on a one-year deal Thursday, adding to their depth in a key year for them at the position.
The Las Vegas Raiders currently hold the most valuable of NFL assets, a No. 1 draft pick. It’s a tempting prize, both gift and curse, because one way or another it’s guaranteed to define the franchise's character for the next few seasons.
We've graded more than 60 signings and trades over the past few weeks. But only 16 moves received top marks. We ranked those deals.
Here's a team-by-team list of schedules for every UFL team prior to the season kickoff on March 27.
Here are the teams, coaches and key players who will take the field this month as the UFL begins Season 3.
Washington hasn't accomplished all its goals yet. Among the remaining needs: receiver, corner and center.
Wentz will rejoin a quarterback room that includes Kyler Murray and J.J. McCarthy.
How closely were you following the sports news this week? Find out and test your knowledge by taking The Athletic's weekly quiz.
Las Vegas is home to successful NHL and WNBA franchises, and an NFL team. Soon, MLB will join them. Could it also be fruitful for the NBA?.
If Love doesn't go in the top five, there aren't many teams with a glaring need at running back. Could he become Derrick Henry's successor?.
While physical exams at the NFL combine require a "clearance rate," those performed before trades or signings are more discussion-based.
Veteran defensive back, who earned his pilot's license in 2023, made the trek from Charlotte, N.C. to Philadelphia.
The Browns are proposing a rule change that would allow NFL teams to trade draft picks five years into the future instead of three.
The NFL is laying groundwork for hiring replacement officials this season if the league is unable to agree on a new collective bargaining agreement with the NFL Referees Association.
Defensive end AJ Epenesa is signing a one-year deal with the Browns worth up to $5 million, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter.
Bucs GM Jason Licht said Wednesday that he does not feel "betrayed" by Mike Evans' departure to the Niners, saying that Evans "earned the right to make this decision.".
From famous guitars to Secretariat's Triple Crown saddle, the Irsay collection featured an incredible variety of historic items.
The collective bargaining agreement between the NFL and the NFL Referees Association (NFLRA) expires at the end of May, and the league is reportedly coming up with a familiar contingency plan.
Subscribe to Inside CoverageApple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeWhat do Maxx Crosby’s latest comments reveal about the botched trade between the Baltimore Ravens and the Las Vegas Raiders? Yahoo Sports' Andrew Siciliano, Charles Robinson and Ben Fawkes discuss the fallout as well as the Miami Dolphins’ latest free agency moves.
Senior football correspondent Sami Mokbel breaks down Manchester United's search for a new midfielder to replace the outgoing Casemiro.
In a season of turmoil, Archie Gray has been a rare shining light for Tottenham and is looking increasingly a key man under interim boss Igor Tudor.
The Champions League quarter-finals are set, presenting a mouthwatering set of ties. Our experts have their say.
Chelsea goalkeeper Filip Jorgensen has minor surgery on his groin issue and will return after the international break.
The Premier League extends the £30 price cap on away tickets for a further two seasons.
UEFA is determined to persuade the likes of the Premier League, LaLiga and Serie A to adopt a more light-touch approach to VAR.
The Champions League quarter-finals are set, but it is sharing the limelight with big football stories around the world.
As soccer's greatest-ever player has hit another milestone, Will Jeanes crunches his astonishing numbers.
It's a blank FPL gameweek, with Arsenal, Manchester City, Crystal Palace and Wolves not playing - here's the best team to navigate it.
The Egyptian has endured a difficult season but he was heavily involved against Galatasaray, recovering well from a missed penalty.
Ben Shelton is February’s Stella Artois ATP Perfect Serve winner, setting the tone from his very first game en route to the title in Dallas.
Moise Kouame is about to tick off something many young tennis player dreams about: stepping onto court at an ATP Masters 1000 event. The 17-year-old Frenchman has received a wild card into the Miami Open presented by Itau, where he will make his main-draw debut at this level.
Rain washed out Wednesday’s play at the Miami Open presented by Itau, creating a stacked schedule for Thursday. Joao Fonseca headlines the Stadium action against Fabian Marozsan, with the winner earning a showdown against top seed Carlos Alcaraz.
Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner have yet to add a new chapter to their electrifying rivalry in 2026, but could the stage soon be set at the Miami Open presented by Itau? The top two players in the PIF ATP Rankings, respectively, shared a light-hearted moment on Tuesday, embracing as they crossed paths on the practice courts.
Lorenzo Musetti has withdrawn from the Miami Open presented by Itau with a right arm injury. "Hi everyone, unfortunately I have had to pull out of the @miamiopen," Musetti wrote on Instagram Stories. "I love playing here, but just need a bit of time to feel 100% out on the court.
Rock and tennis came together on Wednesday at the Miami Open presented by Itau, where Bon Jovi met Marat Safin, Joao Fonseca and Andrey Rublev. The rock icon enjoyed an easy-going chat with ATP No. 1 Club Member Safin and Rublev before Safin and Bon Jovi posed for a photo.
Rock legend and tennis fan Jon Bon Jovi paid a visit to Hard Rock Stadium on Wednesday and shared some sweet moments with Victoria Mboko and Iga Swiatek.
With everyone across the country looking for the next NCAA bracket-buster, Aryna Sabalenka and Iga Swiatek lead a field in Miami where the "one-and-done" threat is real and the margin for error is as thin as a buzzer-beater.
Last week at the BNP Paribas Open in Indian Wells, Ben Shelton faced a setback when he suffered a third-round defeat to Learner Tien while battling the flu. Known for his explosive energy on court, the lefty was visibly flat throughout his three-set loss. Ten days later, the No.
Defending champion Jakub Mensik returns to the Miami Open presented by Itau balancing the weight of expectation with the momentum of a statement start to the season, in which he is pushing toward a Top 10 debut.
Rain disrupted play at the Miami Open presented by Itau on Wednesday, with all matches cancelled due to the weather. Among the players scheduled to compete were Grigor Dimitrov, Matteo Berrettini and Stefanos Tsitsipas.
Every major champion has their rituals, but Carlos Alcaraz might have just raised the bar again. True to his word following the Australian Open, the Spaniard didn’t let his Melbourne triumph linger only in memory.
The intended schedule for Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner at the Miami Open presented by Itau has been released by tournament organisers.
Main draw action in the men's singles draw at the Miami Open presented by Itau begins Wednesday in Florida. There were 10 ATP Tour matches cancelled due to a rain delay, but four are still set to go ahead, following the revised order of play. These include the former No.
Miami Open presented by Itau tournament organisers released the following statement regarding the order of play for Wednesday, 18 March.
There are few tournaments on the ATP Tour that reveal as much about a player’s authority as the Miami Open presented by Itau. One remarkable pattern stands out at the ATP Masters 1000 event in South Florida: every active member of the ATP No. 1 Club has also conquered Miami.
Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner are the top two seeds, respectively, for the Miami Open presented by Itau. The World No. 1, Alcaraz is seeking a fast response to his semi-final defeat to Daniil Medvedev in Indian Wells.
Jannik Sinner’s title exploits at the BNP Paribas Open helped him cut Carlos Alcaraz’s lead in the PIF ATP Rankings. By lifting his sixth ATP Masters 1000 trophy, Sinner earned 1,000 points and reduced Alcaraz’s advantage pre-Indian Wells lead from 2,800 to 2,150 points.
Leading ATP Tour coaches Frederic Fontang, Alberto Castellani, Louis Cayer, Liam Smith, and Claudio Pistolesi have highlighted the growing importance of the World Tennis Conference as one of the most valuable educational platforms in the sport.
Jannik Sinner is a former champion at the Miami Open presented by Itau. 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 Miami? Since making his Miami debut in 2021, the No.
Steph Curry turned the No. 30 into one of the most iconic jersey numbers in the NBA—a number he chose to honor his father, Dell Curry, who wore it throughout his own 16-year NBA career. But history could have looked completely different, because Dell wanted to wear a different number in college.
The Mahoning Valley Scrappers, a collegiate summer level team in the MLB Draft League, will play one game in 2026 with an alternate identity that highlights a local cryptid. The sasquatch-like creature, known locally as the Grassman, is purported to roam wild areas of northeast Ohio.
The staff of SportsLogos.Net filled out their brackets based on who they thought had the better logo, with one member having a No. 13 seed winning the national championship.
Cross LeBron James off the list of potential NBA expansion bidders. On Wednesday, the four-time NBA champion dismissed the notion that he would be interested in owning a team in Las Vegas despite publicly entertaining the idea over the years.
Nearly a decade after the tragedy, the Orlando Solar Bears are honoring the victims of the Pulse nightclub shooting and the first responders who answered the call that night with special edition jerseys next month.
Aryna Sabalenka may not play in the Dubai Tennis Championships again. Speaking ahead of the Miami Open, the women’s world No.
Episode three of the SportsLogos.Net podcast is here! Check it out right here, right now on Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music and more. This week, Chris has been deep in coverage of a major NFL rebrand, and Paul is fresh off a trip to Puerto Rico for the World Baseball Classic.
The Hub City Spartanburgers, High-A affiliate of the Texas Rangers in the South Atlantic League, will play select games as the Gusanos de Mezcal Del ‘Burg in 2026. The alternate identity, the team’s entry in Minor League Baseball’s Copa de la Diversión program, features the worm that mezcal drinkers find.
This marks the ninth time that Indianapolis has hosted the event, most recently the first tournament after the COVID-19 pandemic.
When the Long Beach Coast, a new team in baseball’s unaffiliated Pioneer League, unveiled its brand just a few weeks ago, they also announced that they would have an alternate identity inspired by the team’s part-owner, rapper Warren G. The branding for the Long Beach Regulators has arrived, and it’s.
Pistons star Cade Cunningham has been diagnosed with a collapsed lung and is expected to miss an extended period of time.
Zach Harper catches you up on the latest NBA news in our newsletter.
Orlando Magic wing Franz Wagner is itching to get back on the court as he rehabs his high left ankle sprain. But after returning too early twice, Wagner isn't going to rush things this time around, no matter how frustrating things have been.
John Hollinger joins Nate Duncan and Danny Leroux in a special crossover episode to discuss the top-10 players in the NBA. Is Jokic or Shai at the top of the league? Where does the ascendant Victor Wembanyama fit in? Then, we have to reconcile injuries vs performance in the rest of the top-10, and we also discuss our most controversial omissions and risers and fallers over the last year.
"Until he gets back, we’ve got to hold the fort down," Tobias Harris told The Athletic on Thursday.
When Eric Collins and Dell Curry sat down for what appeared to be the first installment of an interview series about Charlotte Hornets history, Curry wasn’t expecting much. The two had talked before about the possibility of his No.
Detroit Pistons star Cade Cunningham will miss at least the next two weeks due to a collapsed lung, the team revealed Thursday. The 24-year-old is in the midst of yet another strong season, averaging 24.5 points and 9.9 assists per game.
Detroit Pistons superstar Cade Cunningham has been diagnosed with a collapsed lung. Cunningham is expected to miss extended time due to the injury. Cunningham exited the Pistons victory over the Washington Wizards on Tuesday after playing just five minutes.
Recently, Los Angeles Lakers center Deandre Ayton griped that the team wanted to "turn him into Clint Capela". That was a role that Ayton didn't want to play. Since making those comments, the veteran center has taken a different look at things. "I bought in," Ayton said.
When was LeBron James' peak? There's an argument to be made for 2013, when his Miami Heat did not lose for 52 straight days.
After making it clear he wanted to own an NBA team in Las Vegas, James has now changed course.
Wembanyama has led the Spurs to the NBA's second-best record. His competitiveness has also breathed life into the league.
The Wizards should use their last 14 games to begin to explore the possibilities of what they could look like with their real roster.
The Dallas Mavericks can use help in their backcourt. Here are four players to keep an eye on as the NCAA Tournament starts Thursday.
Awards season could be a family affair, with SGA, Nickeil Alexander-Walker's cousin, possibly on his way to another MVP.
It wasn't long ago men's college hoops felt doomed. I'm here to tell you it has never been better.
LeBron James put on a show Wednesday night in Houston as the Lakers matched their winning streak to a season-best seven games.
LeBron James, who has publicly entertained the possibility of being part of an ownership group for a potential NBA expansion franchise in Las Vegas, said he no longer intends to pursue the venture.
Cade Cunningham will miss the Detroit Pistons' rematch against the Washington Wizards on Thursday due to back spasms. Cunningham suffered the injury in the first quarter of Tuesday's 130-117 win.
MLB has named Polymarket as the league's official prediction market exchange and announced an information sharing agreement with the CFTC, the federal body that oversees the growing industry.
MLB commissioner Rob Manfred says the continued growth and success of the World Baseball Classic could lead to a midseason competition in the future.
Toronto Blue Jays right-hander Trey Yesavage will begin the 2026 season on the injured list with a right shoulder impingement, the team announced Thursday.
Longtime New York Mets broadcaster Howie Rose announced on Thursday that the 2026 MLB season will be his final one behind the microphone.A message from @HowieRose: pic.
The designated hitter struggled early in his career -- but he's now a powerhouse hitter and crucial vocal leader in a young A's clubhouse.
Tristan H. Cockcroft and Eric Karabell reveal the ideal outcome for the first two rounds of a 10-team draft from any starting draft position.
The World Baseball Classic is thriving. While not on the level of the Olympics just yet, interest seems to be at an all-time high for the baseball tournament, with Team USA’s win over the Dominican Republic in the semifinals drawing more viewers than the MLB All-Star Game.
The Cardinals' president of baseball operations talks to The Athletic about his first official offseason on the job.
Guerrero continues to demonstrate a knack for the big moment. Now the Blue Jays hope he can recreate that approach over the regular season.
We asked a group of executives, scouts and analysts to rank the best pitchers in baseball. Here are their picks.
These players aren't technically prospects anymore, but they are still early on enough in their careers to make significant changes.
In his first spring training pitching appearance, the Dodgers star reached 99 mph and looked like the Cy Young candidate he aims to be.
Kyle Harrison, who has been competing for a spot in Milwaukee's starting rotation, left Wednesday because of a blister on his left index finger.
Dodgers two-way star Shohei Ohtani made his spring training pitching debut, giving up one hit and two walks while striking out four over 4? ? scoreless innings.
Mariners shortstop J.P. Crawford's status for the start of the season remains uncertain as he continues to deal with a shoulder problem.
Caleb Durbin, who was acquired in a trade with the Brewers just before spring training, will be the starting third baseman for the Red Sox on Opening Day.
Shohei Ohtani made his first appearance on the mound in spring training on Wednesday. He sure looked like Shohei Ohtani. The two-way superstar threw 4 1/3 shutout innings against the San Francisco Giants, striking out 4 while walking 2 and allowing only 1 hit.
López is a cherished member of the Astros organization who has now demonstrated on a big stage that he can be an elite manager.
After the Red Sox raised concerns with his initial physical, Coulombe's contract was restructured with a lower base pay but roster bonuses.
Justin Ishbia's private equity firm is purchasing land in the South Loop, sparking speculation it could be a site for a future Sox ballpark.
This Hawthorn team arrived on the scene amid much glitz and glamour, but under Thursday-night lights at the MCG they rolled their sleeves up to disarm Sydney’s run-and-gun, box-office game.
Dean Cox said Charlie Curnow remains a “work in progress” at the Swans after the superstar forward’s second-half disappearing act on Thursday night.
Hawthorn defies its wayward night in front of goal to record a 17-point win over Sydney.
Star Swans forward Tom Papley kicks an early goal against the Hawks.
Hawthorn and Sydney put on a classic in the battle of the birds at the home of footy. Both showed enough to indicate they’re genuine contenders this year.
Hawthorn finishes over the top of an understrength Sydney side to knock off the ladder-leaders at the MCG, thanks to a four-goal haul from Jack Gunston.
Hawthorn has claimed a nailbiting 17-point win over Sydney at the MCG after withstanding a final minutes barrage by the Swans.
The teams for Friday and Saturday's round two matches are in, plus squads for Sunday's games.
Follow all the action from Thursday night's clash between the Hawks and Swans.
Bobby Hill has reportedly returned to Collingwood headquarters as he eyes a return to senior footy.
After Collingwood and Melbourne's success in limiting the superstar Saint, Adam Kingsley is pondering his options ahead of Saturday's game.
Murphy Reid looks set to benefit in the short-term from Hayden Young's absence.
Suns expect to be without their Brownlow medallist for longer than expected.
Ross Lyon has spoken about the scrutiny his 0-2 Saints find themselves under.
Josh Carr has admitted making a mistake in the lead-up to his first game as Port Adelaide head coach.
I hadn’t been a fan of the AFL sub rule, but my loathing of it went up a level after one particular conversation.
The six-time best and fairest winner still has two years to run on his current deal.
Phoenix Management, the player agency run by Essendon premiership hero Scott Lucas, has been fined for breaching rules relating to young players.
Gold Coast has started its 2026 campaign well, even while last year's Brownlow medallist continues to be sidelined due to a broken finger.
Our footy experts have made the call on round two.
BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team looks at why Super League has been afflicted with so many injuries during the early stages of the season.
Raiders coach Ricky Stuart has given a cryptic response to a reporter’s question regarding a couple of crucial first half penalties during his side’s thrilling 14-10 loss to Canterbury.
Canterbury-Bankstown Bulldogs coach Cameron Ciraldo will need to get stitches on his hand after the window of the coaches’ box shattered at GIO Stadium on Thursday evening.
Bradford Bulls sign Oldham forward Jack Ormondroyd on a season-long loan deal.
Canberra Raiders host the Canterbury Bulldogs in Round 3 of the 2026 NRL Premiership at GIO Stadium, Canberra.
Paul Gallen believes Bulldogs back-rower Jacob Preston is poised for a State of Origin debut this year.
Bulldogs fullback Connor Tracey makes a try-saving tackle in the dying stages against the Raiders.
Bulldogs back-rower Jacob Preston scores a try to put his side further ahead against the Raiders.
Raiders captain Joseph Tapine is forced from the field after copping Stephen Crichton's boot to his face.
Raiders star Hudson Young stays down with an ankle issue after an awkward tackle from Lachlan Galvin.
The clubs face off Thursday -- and maybe again in mid-April. Plus, updated playoff projections, draft lottery standings.
Amid controversy, an unsavory discussion point has gone largely unspoken: the possibility we've seen Auston Matthews' last act in Toronto.
At long last, it feels like the Blue Jackets have arrived. Plus: Matthew Schaefer is back to dominating and the Leafs are stubborn.
These goalies aren't necessarily the Vezina Trophy favorites, but their teams know what to expect in most games.
Welcome to our 2025-26 PWHL projections where you will find each team’s projected point total and chances of winning the Walter Cup.
Penguins star Sidney Crosby returned with a goal and an assist after missing 11 games, but the Hurricanes prevailed in OT on Sean Walker's goal with 28.3 seconds left.
Capitals rookie Cole Hutson admitted feeling "so scared" in his first NHL game but looked poised in his 16:22 of playing time, including netting his first goal in Wednesday's 4-1 win over the Senators.
A Devils spokesperson said Hughes wasn't previously aware of the IIHF's process regarding pucks from international competitions.
Cole Eiserman, the 20th pick in the 2024 draft and the career goal-scoring leader at the U.S. National Team Development Program, has signed a three-year entry-level contract with the Islanders.
Penguins star Sidney Crosby will return to the lineup against the Hurricanes after sitting out since his Olympics-ending lower-body injury.
The Hockey Hall of Fame said it will not give Jack Hughes the puck from his gold-medal-winning goal at the Milan Cortina Olympics.
This week’s three-day NHL general manager meetings wrapped up on Wednesday in South Florida.
Motzko, 64, helped re-establish the hockey program in his eight seasons. His career record with the Gophers was 172-104-24.
Sidney Crosby will make his return from a knee injury Wednesday night against the Carolina Hurricanes.
Sidney Crosby will return to the Pittsburgh Penguins’ lineup Wednesday against the Carolina Hurricanes after missing 11 games with a lower-body injury suffered at the 2026 Winter Olympics.“Excited to get back in it,” Crosby told reporters after the morning skate.
The star of Team USA's Olympic win against Canada would like to get a hold of the memento currently on display in Toronto.
Pittsburgh faces off against Carolina on Wednesday. Plus, full playoff projections, draft lottery standings after a busy Tuesday.
Now with Draisaitl sidelined for the time being, the Oilers remain the most interesting story in hockey.
The Canadiens general manager says his inactivity at the trade deadline "wasn’t for a lack of trying.".
Interest in women's hockey always spikes after the Olympics. For the first time fans have a league to watch, and the PWHL is ready for them.
An online streamer with about 11,000 subscribers has bought the rights to show the rest of the Prem season in France.
After Six Nations, focus is back on clubs with Saracens’ director of rugby saying ‘there’s everything to play for’. Remember the Prem? It’s been in hibernation almost as long as your tortoise.
Taulupe Faletau returns to the Cardiff matchday squad for the first time since New Year's Day against Bulls in the URC.
Newcastle Red Bulls sign Coventry back-row forward Allan Ferrie on a two-year deal.
Ulster must navigate the latter stages of the season without breakout Six Nations wing Rob Baloucoune because of an elbow injury.
BBC Sport takes a look at how things stand in Prem rugby as the league returns after an eight-week break with Northampton top of the table and six teams in play-off contention.
England's World Cup winning captain Zoe Stratford has announced she is pregnant with her first child and will therby miss the upcoming Women's Six Nations.
James Slipper will tick off yet another milestone with a record 203rd Super Rugby appearance on Friday night. It caused a minor headache for competition officials.
England's World Cup-winning captain Zoe Stratford announces she is pregnant with her first child.
Wales suffer double injury blow before the 2026 Six Nations with the loss of Alex Callender and Nel Metcalfe.
Raiders hooker Tom Starling is left on the turf after a heavy collision against the Bulldogs.
Bulldogs forward Jaeman Salmon gets into a scuffle with the Raiders players.
Raiders prop Josh Papalii is sin binned in the first half against Canterbury for a high tackle.
The Bulldogs are facing off-field criticism with the club’s former chairman claiming they are attempting to increase their presence on the board of the Canterbury League Club.
Relive all the action from Round 3 of the NRL Telstra Premiership on NRL.com's live blog.
Canterbury deny the Raiders in Ricky Stuart’s 300th game in charge of the Green Machine.
Wests Tigers and Melbourne have been quick to distance themselves from unsettled Canterbury centre Bronson Xerri.
Andrew Johns heaps praise on Sua Faalogo as his rise to stardom continues with the Storm.
Gary McIntyre, the key figure in the club’s salary cap scandal, has blasted a bid by the Bulldogs to increase their presence on the Canterbury League Club board.
Former coaches of elite freshmen break down who can lead, win and elevate their teams when it matters most.
The Bulls' head coach has deep ties to Western New York, where his squad will take on Louisville in the first round of the tournament.
SMU coach Andy Enfield said standout guard B.J. Edwards sat out Wednesday's loss to Miami (Ohio) in the First Four because he didn't feel "game ready" after the team announced last Friday that he would be available for the tournament.
After much debate in the lead-up to NCAA tournament selections, Miami (Ohio) beat SMU in the First Four and advanced to face Tennessee in the first round.
One year after winning only five games, Prairie View A&M continued its dramatic turnaround by earning its first NCAA tournament victory, a 67-55 triumph over Lehigh on Wednesday night in the First Four.
Belmont has hired Duke assistant and former two-time OVC Player of the Year Evan Bradds to be the Bruins' men's basketball coach.
Air Force hired Penn State assistant Joe Crispin on Wednesday as the men's head basketball coach.
Top-five senior Christian Collins announced his commitment to USC on Wednesday, giving the Trojans their third McDonald's All American in the 2026 class.
Kevin Mays, a former Cal State Bakersfield assistant basketball coach accused of pimping and other offenses, will face trial after a California judge ruled Wednesday that there is sufficient evidence to prosecute him.
Louisville star freshman Mikel Brown Jr. is out for the Cardinals' first-round game against South Florida, the school announced Wednesday.
HARRISON, NEW JERSEY - MARCH 08: Adri Mehmeti #15 of the New York Red Bulls warms up before a match against the CF Montréal at Sports Illustrated Stadium on March 08, 2026 in Harrison, New Jersey.
Inter Miami set its sights on a Concacaf Champions Cup title, but it's Nashville that's going through despite Messi's slice of history.
Danny Musovski's potential North Macedonian bow comes with his parents' birth nation's World Cup hopes on the line.
LAFC is onto the next round in dramatic fashion, thanks to its young star's clutch moment.
They call it the Los Angeles Olympics, but when it comes to soccer, the game is packing a suitcase. The LA28 organizing committee pulled back the curtain Tuesday, and the message was clear: This tournament belongs to the country, not just to the City of Angels.
It's been two months since Gio Reyna last played for his club, but he'll have another chance to show he's World Cup-worthy.
Reyna's lack of club playing time is no problem for Mauricio Pochettino, while injuries to some have opened the door to others at a key time.
“Based on the findings from Major League Soccer’s investigation, the Philadelphia Union supports the league’s disciplinary action and restorative practices program for Sporting Director Ernst Tanner.
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Philadelphia Union sporting director Ernst Tanner has been suspended without pay through June 1, MLS announced on Monday. Tanner had been on leave since Nov. 19 in the wake of a report by The Guardian detailing allegations of inappropriate and insensitive comments.
The projected salary cap under the pending WNBA collective bargaining agreement is set to exceed $10 million by the end of the agreement, sources told ESPN on Wednesday.
After a prolonged labor battle, the WNBA and players' union have reached a verbal agreement on the terms for a new CBA. Sources told ESPN that the salary cap will start at $7 million and raise the average salary to around $600,000.
WNBPA executive director Terri Carmichael Jackson said that while progress is being made in CBA negotiations, a delay to the 2026 season could not be ruled out.
WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert said progress is being made toward a new collective bargaining agreement despite a sixth day of marathon talks with no deal.
WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert told reporters that there is urgency to get a new CBA done by Monday to avoid disruptions to the preseason calendar, including training camp and preseason games.
WNBPA chief Terri Carmichael Jackson expressed optimism on Day 4 of CBA negotiations with the league, saying that continued conversations have helped "chip away at what the concerns are for both sides.".
The U.S. women's national team secured its second win of the FIBA World Cup Qualifiers on Thursday, beating host team Puerto Rico 91-48.
Sandy Brondello has pretty much won and done it all in her coaching career, but building a team without any players is a first.
Falcons defender James Pearce Jr. has been charged with three felonies and a misdemeanor in relation to an incident involving WNBA player Rickea Jackson.
Union president Nneka Ogwumike voiced optimism following back-to-back days of prolonged negotiations with the WNBA.
After several pre-seasons scuppered by injury, Mua Laloifi is raring to go for 2026.
Four rule alterations have been confirmed for the 2026 AFLW season.
Danielle Smith has been appointed as Brisbane's new head of women's footy, replacing the departing Bree Brock.
The League has plenty to consider ahead of next season as clubs submit fixture requests.
The AFLW pre-season draft will be held virtually on May 4.
More than 150 players and officials gathered for the annual Gallia Cup in France last weekend, as women's footy continues to take hold in Europe.
Erin Lorenzini doesn't take the credit, but her role at North Melbourne has been huge in the Roos' success.
Port Adelaide is eyeing a Carlton assistant coach to replace departed senior coach Lauren Arnell.
Meg Lappin is following in her father Nigel's footsteps, making the move up to Brisbane with twin sister Ally in tow.
An expanded pre-season schedule has been pitched to clubs as an opportunity to assist the development of players who may not play during the season.
A federal court in California has dismissed a defamation lawsuit against ESPN and reporter Xuan Thai by former Stanford football coach Troy Taylor.
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The former Heisman Trophy-winning quarterback shared the story on a recent episode of his podcast.
Former Ole Miss and Duke head coach and Tennessee assistant David Cutcliffe is retiring from his role as special assistant to Southeastern Conference commissioner Greg Sankey.
In his first year at Michigan, coach Kyle Whittingham looks to develop sophomore quarterback Bryce Underwood into a "completely finished product" and improve the Wolverines' struggling passing game.
NC State Wolfpack receiver Teddy Hoffmann will miss the 2026 season after testing positive for a performance-enhancing substance.
Oregon quarterback Dante Moore has revealed he struggled with mental health issues associated with the pressures of major college football.
What we're hearing around college football from Florida to Oregon.
SEC commissioner Greg Sankey called NCAA language covering tampering rules "archaic" but stopped short of urging the oversight body to halt tampering investigations, the way the Big Ten did earlier this week.
USC picked up a cornerstone commitment in the 2027 class Saturday with a pledge from five-star safety Honor Fa'alave-Johnson, the top-ranked high school prospect in the state of California.
Rory McIlroy has revealed his much-anticipated Masters menu, while opening up on his recovery from a back injury as he prepares to defend his Augusta National triumph in three weeks’ time.
Rory McIlroy hosts this year's Champions Dinner at the Masters, with his menu including wagyu filet mignon, seared salmon, glazed carrots and Vidalia onion rings.
From sushi and wagyu beef to chicken and macaroni and cheese, the Masters Champions Dinner has had a pretty diverse menu. Here's Rory McIlroy's selection and more from dinners past.
It's time for the 2026 Valspar Championship! Here's how to catch the PGA action on the ESPN App.
Tiger Woods remained mum on his playing status for next month's Masters, telling reporters after the TGL semifinals that his health continues to be up and down.
The 2026 TGL playoffs kicked off on Tuesday night, with matches between Los Angeles Golf Club and Atlanta Drive Golf Club, and Boston Common Golf and Jupiter Links Golf Club.
Collin Morikawa, a surprise withdrawal during the Players Championship last week, said his back is improving and expects to be at full strength soon.
After selling his wares and holding court at Hooters during the Masters for the past 28 years, John Daly will be moving to Topgolf Augusta.
With mandatory military service, S.H. Kim faces a return to South Korea after the Texas Open, even if he qualifies for the Masters.
Atlanta Drive GC takes on Los Angeles Golf Club in the first match, followed by Boston Common against Jupiter Links Golf Club.
The Marketplace, presented by Paywise - Salary packaging & novated leasing. Jack Heverin, Derek Rucker, Pete Hooley and Olgun Uluc break down the biggest roster questions facing Brisbane, Melbourne and Illawarra.
AAP. Australians Dyson Daniels and Jock Landale have helped their rising Atlanta Hawks to an NBA-leading 11th straight win.
Adelaide may have dropped seven of its past 13 games while Sydney surged through the same stretch unbeaten, but Zylan Cheatham isn’t buying the idea the 36ers enter the Championship Series as underdogs.
Sydney versus Adelaide, Kendric Davis versus Bryce Cotton, Xavier Cooks versus Dejan Vasiljevic, Brian Goorjian versus Mike Wells. There’s no doubting this season’s Championship Series has countless exciting storylines and matchups, which hoops fans are excited to see.
The Hungry Jack’s NBL26 Championship Series has been two years in the making for Brian Goorjian. Since returning to the Sydney Kings in March 2024, one thing has been on the seven-time Coach of the Year’s mind, and that’s bringing another championship back to the Harbour City.
For the third straight season, the Perth Wildcats’ season ended at the Playoff stage of the Hungry Jack’s NBL competition. But instead of panicking that they’ve fallen just short of the ultimate prize, the Wildcats are concentrating on the positives and staying the course.
Illawarra Hawks guard William Hickey is one step closer to his NBA dream after signing with G League franchise, the South Bay Lakers.
Apart from a few Boomers stints together, Xavier Cooks and Matthew Dellavedova had largely been opponents during their successful hoops careers.
The Adelaide 36ers secured their first spot in a Hungry Jack’s NBL26 Championship Series in nine years on Tuesday, by defeating the South East Melbourne Phoenix by 12 points.
He might not have the Andrew Gaze Trophy to prove it, but to his Sydney Kings teammates there is no one they’d rather play alongside than Kendric Davis.
Amanda Anisimova, who grew up going to the Miami Open and has fond memories of the tournament from childhood, has been honored with a mural at Hard Rock Stadium. It caught the World No. 6 completely off guard, and she initially thought it was AI.
As a kid, World No. 6 Amanda Anisimova would spend entire days at the Miami Open, watching her idols and contemplating whether to become a ball kid. Now a contender, she's looking for her first breakthrough at her hometown tournament.
If this were another tournament, Coco Gauff -- who is recovering from a left arm injury -- might not be here. But it's Miami, and the World No. 4 is determined to cross it off her bucket list.
One match at a time, Jennifer Brady has approached her return to the WTA Tour with a positive mindset and realistic expectations after an 848-day absence.
Aryna Sabalenka had a magical two weeks, starting with her engagement and new dog and ending with a first title in Indian Wells. Plus, Elena Rybakina moves up to No. 2, Talia Gibson gets her first Top 10 win and more highlights from the week that was.
Emma Raducanu has pulled out of the Miami Open with an illness, and Sonay Kartal and Maya Joint have also withdrawn with lower back injuries. They'll be replaced in the draw by qualifiers or lucky losers, and Maria Sakkari and Jaqueline Cristian are now seeded.
Indian Wells finalist Elena Rybakina climbs to World No. 2 for the first time in the latest edition of the PIF WTA Rankings, while Talia Gibson, Alexandra Eala and Cristina Bucsa all hit significant milestones.
Defending champion Aryna Sabalenka leads a field packed with young challengers, seasoned champions and compelling early matchups across all four quarters.
After months of coming painfully close on the sport’s biggest stages, Aryna Sabalenka finally felt the relief in Tennis Paradise, saving championship point against Elena Rybakina and finishing the match with three fearless swings.
After falling in the 2023 and 2025 BNP Paribas Open finals, Aryna Sabalenka finally broke through in Tennis Paradise, surviving a championship point in a deciding-set tiebreak to defeat Elena Rybakina.
As we gear up for racing, dancing and more, revisit some of the most memorable MotoGP battles from the past in Brazil!.
After a titanic opener in Thailand, we’re heading west for our much-awaited return to Brazil – with a first-time Championship leader.
Stay in the loop and catch every moment as the Grand Prix paddock prepares for Round 2 in Brazil!.
Qatar postponed to November due to the ongoing geopolitical situation in the Middle East, Portugal and Valencia dates adjusted.
BK8 Gresini Racing MotoGP announce the #54 will return from injury in Goiânia.
The three-time WorldSBK champion may not have scored points, but he impressed on his MotoGP debut.
Portuguese becomes the eighth different language version for fans and audiences around the world.
Soon we head for Brazil and a new track for everyone on the grid – so what can we expect from Goiânia?.
The award is back and fans can enter a free prize draw to win their own #765 Triumph Street Triple Moto2™ Edition.
Assen celebrated a centenary in style, and the event was voted the Best GP of a record-breaking 2025 season.
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.
Australia's netball hierarchy settles on a replacement for an injured defender ahead of the Diamonds' three-Test series against Jamaica.
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.