Ranking the top 50 players in the 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs
As 16 teams face off for the ultimate prize in pro sports, these players will have the biggest impact.
As 16 teams face off for the ultimate prize in pro sports, these players will have the biggest impact.
The consensus top pick is bringing his unique mix of curiosity, quirk and command to the NFL.
F1 TV Lead Commentator Alex Jacques assesses one thing each team needs to work on for the Miami Grand Prix, and also into the future.
Mercedes team boss Toto Wolff has warned against taking a "baseball bat" to Formula 1's controversial 2026 technical regulations, saying he expects Monday's crunch meeting on the rules to end with targeted changes to improve the spectacle.
Rana took wickets across all phases before Tanzid blitzed NZ out in the chase.
A 25-year-old LeBron strategy for the Lakers, a new defense in Cleveland and a message from Oklahoma City: Here's what we learned as the postseason tipped off.
Opener Keaton Jennings makes 78 not out as Lancashire go top of Division Two with a four-wicket win at Gloucestershire.
How early could Jeremiyah Love be drafted? Could we still see A.J. Brown traded? Adam Schefter has the latest.
The traditionally basketball-crazed Hoosier state has turned its focus to football.
From major league stars to prospects to if-all-goes-wrong candidates, here's who could be on the trade block come August.
With Wrestlemania and the start of the postseason this weekend, the traditions from one can help fans understand the other.
In a clash of styles, Vegas' heavy hitting battered speed-first Utah to give the Golden Knights a 1-0 series lead.
Two American teammates from Milan have returned to the spotlight in the Ottawa-Carolina first-round series.
It's all about the narratives when deciding who to root for in the NHL playoffs, and veterans who have never won it all are an easy sell.
Just as in 2022, the Avs' fourth line should give them an advantage in the Stanley Cup playoffs.
Edmonton's postseason is all about showing McDavid that he can remain in place and win.
The Golden Knights, who have not lost in regulation since John Tortorella took over as coach last month, rallied with three third-period goals Sunday night, defeating the Mammoth 4-2 in Game 1 of their Western Conference first-round series.
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A physical game was punctuated by excellent goals from Logan Cooley and Mark Stone.
Lightning coach Jon Cooper was not happy with the penalties his team committed in its Game 1 overtime loss to the Canadiens on Sunday.
Buffalo overcame a two-goal deficit in the final eight minutes to beat the Bruins 4-3 on Sunday night in the Sabres' first playoff game in 15 years.
Logan O'Connor scored for the first time in nearly a year to help the top-seeded Avalanche beat the Kings in Game 1 on Sunday.
Juraj Slafkovsky, 22, the 2022 No. 1 pick, scored his third power-play goal 1:22 into overtime and the Montreal Canadiens edged the Tampa Bay Lightning 4-3 in Game 1 of their first-round series Sunday night at Benchmark International Arena.
The Sabres aren’t just back in the playoffs. They have a 1-0 series lead over the Bruins after a third-period comeback.
Juraj Slafkovský scored three goals and the Canadiens won a thrilling Game 1 in overtime.
There are no post-regulation gimmicks in the playoffs. Just hockey until a deciding goal is scored.
The Avs defeated the Kings 2-1 on Sunday to open their first-round series in the Stanley Cup playoffs.
For all they've accomplished, the Oilers always seem to be fighting against some sort of negative undercurrent.
The Oilers and Ducks finally join the party. Here's what to watch, along with Sunday's highlights and stats.
If you've watched Carolina or Ottawa at length this season, you should know Saturday's game won't be a one-off in this series.
Phil Gould believes the Dragons last two coaches in Anthony Griffin and Shane Flanagan were 'quick fixes'.
Dean Young's decision to become interim coach of the Dragons means the Blues will liekly now be looking for a new assistant.
Nine's Danny Weidler reveals the Dragons are disputing reports they've cancelled Tuesday's training.
Phil Gould believes the Dragons last two coaches in Anthony Griffin and Shane Flanagan were 'quick fixes'.
Paul Gallen says he'd be "surprised" if Payne Haas would be out for eight weeks.
Phil Gould explains his frustration with the schedule as the NRL suffers an injury crisis.
Kangaroos winger Josh Addo-Carr has set his sights on eclipsing former mentor Billy Slater's World Cup try-scoring record as the road to this year's tournament reaches another milestone. .
Braith Anasta has fired back at St George Illawarra Dragons Chairman Andrew Lancaster, who took an indirect shot at the NRL 360 co-host and the media earlier in the day.
The St George Illawarra Dragons may have parted ways with head coach Shane Flanagan and GM of Football Ben Haran on Monday morning, but the changes at the football club may just be at the beginning stages.
The St George Illawarra Dragons have confirmed that assistant coach Dean Young has been appointed as the new interim head coach and will take charge for at least the remainder of the 2026 season.
State of Origin coaches Billy Slater and Laurie Daley have backed the NRL’s pursuit of a stake in the Super League, arguing a strong northern hemisphere game is key to the future of rugby league.
The chaos at the St George Illawarra Dragons has deepened with the club making a bizarre call ahead of their upcoming match on the weekend amid a coaching crisis.
St George Illawarra chairman Andrew Lancaster was critical of sections of the media as Shane Flanagan’s exit was confirmed on Monday.
Cameron Munster has joked he called Billy Slater to make sure he wasn’t being dropped while Laurie Daley dropped a hint or two about his squad as the 2026 State of Origin series was launched on Wednesday.
After seven straight losses to start the season, the winds of change blew strongly at the Dragons.
NSW coach Laurie Daley says the Blues will find a way to replace superstar prop Payne Hass, who is out for six to eight weeks with a knee injury.
The Broncos are battling an injury crisis, one which has them struggling to field a team as a marquee man faces the likelihood of missing Origin game one.
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The Dragons have sacked coach Shane Flanagan and football boss Ben Haran after seven losses to start the season.
St George Illawarra have announced the departure of the veteran coach after losing their first seven games of the season.
Golden State enters another offseason in search of a co-star for Stephen Curry, and the Warriors might be searching for a new coach too.
Dozens of NBA players have been mentored by the future Hall of Famer, and many of them are vying for this season's Larry O'Brien Trophy.
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One late adjustment in Game 1 largely took Towns out of the action and possibly gave Atlanta a glimmer of hope going forward.
As Wembanyama stepped into the playoff spotlight, his character as a teammate and natural fit as the Spurs' standard bearer stood out.
"Where he's at now, I think he's continuing to get better and better," Celtics coach Joe Mazzulla said after Boston's rout of Philadelphia.
Victor Wembanyama scored 35 points, the most by a Spurs player making his postseason debut, while leading a 111-98 win over the Trail Blazers in Game 1 of their first-round series Sunday night.
Victor Wembanyama finished with 35 points as the San Antonio Spurs defeated the Portland Trail Blazers 111-98 in Game 1 to open the series on Sunday. Wembanyama set a Spurs record for the most points in a playoff debut, surpassing Tim Duncan's 32 points.
SAN ANTONIO — As Victor Wembanyama ducked under the awning and triumphantly emerged from the tunnel for his pregame warmup ahead of his playoff debut — an entrance that would make Shawn Michaels proud — the warm embrace of Frost Bank Center became a stage for the arts.
Indiana Fever guard Caitlin Clark said that she was focused on staying healthy this upcoming season after playing just 13 games last year. "Taking care of my body at this point in the season is probably the most important thing," Clark said.
In Game 1, the Magic remembered they came storming onto the scene two years ago by becoming one of the NBA's most impregnable defenses.
The better seeds are favored in seven of the eight first-round series, with the Rockets against the injured Lakers being the only exception.
Victor Wembanyama was spectacular, setting a Spurs record for a playoff debut with 35 points. Can Portland find enough offense to keep up?.
Ronald Cortes via Getty ImagesVictor Wembanyama’s playoff debut went perfectly on Sunday night. Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs rolled to a commanding 111-98 win over the Portland Trail Blazers to kick off their playoff series.
Victor Wembanyama’s playoff debut went perfectly on Sunday night. Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs rolled to a commanding 111-98 win over the Portland Trail Blazers to kick off their playoff series.
The Adelaide 36ers and star guard Dejan Vasiljevic have officially parted ways, with the club confirming the end of their three-year partnership as Vasiljevic enters free agency as one of the most prominent names on the market this off-season.
Paolo Banchero posted 23 points, nine rebounds, and four assists Sunday night to lead eighth-seeded Orlando Magic past top-seeded Detroit 112-101 in Game 1, extending the longest home playoff losing streak in NBA history.
The Oklahoma City Thunder launched their title defense with a 119-84 dismantling of the Phoenix Suns in Game 1 Sunday at Paycom Center, matching last postseason's opening blowout of the Memphis Grizzlies by again winning by at least 35 points.
The Boston Celtics opened their first round series with a commanding 123-91 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Sunday. Jayson Tatum led Boston with 25 points, 11 rebounds, and seven assists in 32 minutes as he continues his remarkable recovery from a torn Achilles tendon less than a year ago.
The Oklahoma City Thunder, the NBA's defending champions and the No. 1 seed in the Western Conference, opened their latest postseason run Sunday afternoon with a dominant 119-84 performance at the Paycom Center over the Phoenix Suns.
Bangladesh lost four wickets for one run when they were close to the finish line, but averted disaster in the end.
South Africa fast bowler Anrich Nortje also left the LSG camp last week.
West Indies legend Chris Gayle is announced as the co-owner of a Glasgow-based franchise taking part in this summer's inaugural European T20 Premier League (ETPL).
Shapoor Zadran is suffering from Hemophagocytic Lymphohistiocytosis (HLH), a rare, life-threatening disease, in which the immune system starts failing.
The combination of Marco Jansen, Yuzvendra Chahal, Arshdeep Singh, Xavier Bartlett and Vijaykumar Vyshak gives PBKS variety in their bowling attack at IPL 2026.
Cooper Connolly, in his first season at the IPL, is Punjab Kings' highest run-getter at the moment, and has made big contributions in two of their five wins so far.
Mustafizur Rahman continues to miss out, and Shoriful Islam has been persisted with on a pitch that is likely to assist fast bowlers.
Here's a look at what the Orange and Purple Cap tables look like after the KKR vs RR and PBKS vs LSG games on Sunday in IPL 2026.
Full scorecard as Gujarat Titans face Mumbai Indians in the Indian Premier League.
Gabriel pushed his head towards Erling Haaland's face yet escaped with only a booking. Why did the VAR not intervene for a red card?.
The 43-year-old manager is not expected to last longer than the end of this season, following Champions League elimination last week.
Vincent Kompany must reshuffle his front line, and despite Tolcay Cigerci's quickfire trio, Energie Cottbus' head coach was reticent to talk.
Also in this week’s MLS weekend wrap, Messi saves Miami again, and the Columbus Crew simply can’t hold a lead. Twelve months ago, Diego Luna’s place on the US roster for the World Cup seemed as secure as anybody’s.
Erling Haaland scored a winner and refused to take a dive but could not resist a little dig at the fading Gunners. Man of the weekend in the Premier League? It is not in doubt.
Union’s interim head coach has been given a hospital pass and, despite a vastly improved performance, her team went down to Wolfsburg. So different, but absolutely the same.
Lincoln Financial Field will host six men's World Cup matches this summer, with Brazil and France among the teams playing in Philadelphia.
Ibrahima Konaté has said he is close to agreeing a new contract with Liverpool, having informed the club he wanted to stay during negotiations last year.
Ibrahima Konate says he is "close to an agreement" with Liverpool over a new contract and there is a "big chance" he will remain at Anfield next season.
St Mirren defender Alex Gogic criticises the "disgraceful" and "disgusting" abuse goalkeeper Ryan Mullen received from his own fans after the 6-2 Scottish Cup semi-final defeat by Celtic.
F1 bosses will use "a scalpel rather than a baseball bat" in making changes to the sport's rules at a meeting on Monday, says Toto Wolff.
One of the hottest topics during every Formula 1 season is that of drivers’ futures, with some close to their contract expiry date, some signed up for the short-term and others boasting longer deals. So, who will be driving where in 2027 and beyond as things stand?.
Critics of Formula 1's new style of racing and its controversial new cars have "short memories", according to championship CEO Stefano Domenicali.
Bookmakers are keeping a close eye on McLaren after an impressive team performance in Japan.
Arvid Lindblad is only three rounds into his F1 career, but the British youngster has already made an impression – reaching Q3, scoring points and mixing it with some of the sport’s biggest names.
Aston Martin have had a tricky start to the 2026 season, but with Adrian Newey at the helm, they certainly have the expertise in play to turn things around.
The youngest ever British F1 driver is looks forward to a lifelong dream of racing at Silverstone.
After a tough start to his Cadillac career, things should start getting better for Bottas.
A driver died following a crash in an endurance sports car race Saturday at the Nürburgring Nordschleife circuit in Germany, where four-time Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen was also preparing to race.
Racing driver Juha Miettinen dies following a seven-car crash during the qualifiers for a race in Germany.
The home crowd in Jerez will be partisan – but the records won’t stop coming. Here’s the state of play as MotoGP returns to Europe.
The Tech3 team have confirmed that the #12 won't be back on track just yet, with a one-rider line-up to take on the Spanish GP.
Jerez marks the start of our European stint! Check out how you can stay in the loop throughout this weekend.
F1 ACADEMY Champion Doriane Pin has become the first woman to drive a Mercedes F1 car.
Ever wondered which drivers know what a VHS is? Or how to talk in text speak? Well, now is the time to find out as the current crop of F1 drivers get grilled in the Generation Game.
Lots of drivers in F1’s history have raced in other categories, but we decided to take a look at what other motorsport activities the current crop have tried their hand at.
Mercedes driver George Russell says Formula 1's drivers are aligned on the changes that should be made to the sport's regulations.
An exciting season match bet battle is brewing at Audi.
George Russell has shared an insight into how he is approaching the resumption of the season in May, with the Mercedes driver hoping that the championship battle continues to be between himself and team mate Kimi Antonelli whilst remaining wary of the competition.
F1 Unlocked is giving fans the chance to attend Ask DC: An Evening with David Coulthard at F1® Arcade, a must-see night celebrating all things Formula 1®.
Today in TAFC: Does Manchester City's win over Arsenal put them in title-race driving seat? Plus: An MLS goalkeeper howler.
After scoring the goals that won City the Carabao Cup against Arsenal, this was an even more significant performance from O'Reilly.
The Arsenal defender looked dominant at times, but when it mattered most, Guardiola's star striker came out on top.
Defeat to rivals Manchester City will be viewed as a decisive blow but Mikel Arteta's side still have every chance of upending the narrative.
Arsenal's stumble at the Etihad Stadium opened the door for Pep Guardiola and his side in an eventful weekend.
Arsenal must look forward and embrace challenges. In spite of this loss, they look better equipped to face them than they have for some time.
At the UEFA Youth League finals in Switzerland, talented prospects from Benfica, PSG, Club Brugge and Real Madrid have been in action.
A protest march was held before Chelsea's match against Manchester United with fans chanting, "We want our Chelsea back.".
The Merseyside derby was held at the Hill Dickinson Stadium for the first time, so how did the atmosphere compare to Goodison Park?.
There is only one narrow path to playing in the Premier League next season, and it starts with winning at Molineux.
It’s officially the week of the 2026 NFL Draft! Months of scouting evaluations, testing numbers, pro days, team visits, trades and more all come down to Thursday through Saturday in Pittsburgh, when 257 players will hear their names called as draft picks.
Jordan Reid projected every single pick for this week's NFL draft, from the Raiders' selection at No. 1 to Mr. Irrelevant.
At this point, all 2026 NFL Draft player grades have been finalized for weeks (and, hopefully, you’ve already been studying them within “The Beast”).
Take this quick poll to weigh in how (and where) you will be watching the NFL Draft and who your favorite TV talent is.
“It’s a tough class, to be honest. There’s nobody who really jumps out at you,” one team scout said.
In what was once expected to be a great quarterback draft, most of the 2026 NFL Draft feels average, except for safeties and edges.
Lawrence informed the Giants he wanted a new deal or trade, the Giants didn't want to let him go -- until the price was right.
John Harbaugh and Mike Tomlin were rivals for many, many years in the AFC North, but Harbaugh seemed to borrow a Tomlin catchphrase when Dexter Lawrence wanted a trade from the New York Giants. Tomlin famously said that he wanted volunteers, not hostages on the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Wide receiver Zachariah Branch, who is widely expected to be a Day 2 NFL draft pick, was arrested early Sunday morning in Athens, Georgia, on two possible misdemeanor charges.
The speedy wide receiver could be selected as early as Day 2 of the NFL Draft this week.
Indiana defensive coordinator Bryant Haines heard the comments from former Alabama quarterback Ty Simpson about the teams' matchup last season in the Rose Bowl and responded with his own observations.
Defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence II passed his physical with the Bengals and signed a one-year, $28 million extension, the Win Sports Group told ESPN's Adam Schefter.
After dealing Dexter Lawrence, the Giants are in position at No. 5 and No. 10 to pick up a pair of game-changing X-factors.
With eight picks in the first and second rounds, New York sits where the former Cowboys coach was 35 years ago.
Jeff Legwold reveals his list of top NFL draft prospects for 2026, which is based purely on talent.
Mel Kiper Jr.'s list includes two speedy receivers, three undersized corners and some gritty linemen.
The Bengals dared to not only be bold, but more importantly, be different from what they’ve been.
What does that say about the NFL's trade market, this draft class and the state of the Bengals?.
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The Giants are trading defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence to the Bengals in a deal for the No. 10 pick in next week's NFL draft, sources told ESPN.
Jimmy Bartel questions the AFL's match review process after Zak Butters' successful appeal.
Footy Classified's Damian Barrett reveals the latest on Elijah Hollands.
Four-time premiership player Jordan Lewis has encouraged Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge to make a bold positional change in the short-term, as his club deals with a worsening injury crisis.
Nine's Paddy Sweeney reveals Carlton has confirmed Elijah Hollands has been sent to hospital.
Amid intense scrutiny on Carlton’s handling of Elijah Hollands’ welfare, the Blues have confirmed that the footballer has been admitted to hospital.
Carlton says young star Elijah Hollands has been admitted to hospital after suffering a mental health episode in Thursday night's match.
Carlton could face a significant fine of $50,000 or more under the AFL’s rules if they are found to have allowed a disoriented Elijah Hollands to remain on the field when he was not fit to play.
Carlton’s Elijah Hollands has been admitted to hospital on Monday evening.
Elijah Hollands has been admitted to hospital, Carlton has confirmed.
Under pressure, we tend to become narrow in our thinking and revert to survival mode. Is that what happened to Carlton on Thursday night? Is that why they missed the signs of a teammate who needed help?.
Zak Butters faced the AFL Appeal Board on Monday evening.
All the action from the women's state leagues around the country.
Two Victorian clubs are in a fight to use Waverley Park as a base.
Phoenix Gothard is the Telstra AFL Rising Star nominee for round six.
The AFL appeals board has quashed Zak Butters's conviction for abusive language against umpire Nick Foot, saying a Tribunal member listening in while driving his car for part of the original hearing constitutes a miscarriage of justice.
Nick Vlastuin says the challenge of facing an in-form Demons is just what the Tigers need after their poor start to the season.
The match review findings for round six's Sunday games is in.
Former Aussie rules football legend Barry Cable has been found not guilty of historical child sexual abuse charges.
Swans flyer Nick Blakey says Sydney's improved maturity was on full display in the final term of their Sydney Derby win over GWS.
Dual All-Australian David King believes Carlton should put All-Australian Jacob Weitering up for trade at season’s end to help accelerate the Blues rebuild.
Georgia edge rusher Amaris Williams, who joined the Bulldogs after two years at Auburn, suffered a noncontact knee injury and is expected to miss extended time, coach Kirby Smart confirmed Saturday following the program's annual G-Day spring scrimmage.
A skydiver was rescued and in stable condition after crashing into the Lane Stadium scoreboard before Virginia Tech's spring football game.
Alberto Mendoza has used spring practice to establish himself as the favorite to start at quarterback for Georgia Tech following his transfer from Indiana.
Louis Riddick picks his guys in the 2026 class. See who's on his 10-player list.
Reigning Big 12 champion Texas Tech has open slots on its 2027 football schedule after the cancellations of two nonconference games.
Auburn is moving forward with the largest capital project in program history.
Nebraska's Memorial Stadium will undergo a $600 million renovation targeted for the start of the 2028 season, according to a plan announced Friday.
We asked scouts to draft picks for other teams, assigning one to each top-10 slot.
Spring football games are in full swing this weekend. Here's what to know ahead of Friday and Saturday.
These schools are setting the early pace in the class of 2027 recruiting race.
A high-scoring, if lop-sided round of Prem fixtures included a thriller at Sandy Park and Saracens-inflicted pain for Sale.
England's Fraser Dingwall hails Northampton centre partner Tom Litchfield's advance as a big plus for the club this season.
Isaac Kailea was a regular in Wallabies coach Joe Schmidt’s first season before being dropped to the Shute Shield. Now he wants to return to Test rugby.
The way a weakened side flattened Scotland brings to mind the Chicago Bulls of the 1990s and Pep Guardiola’s peak Manchester City.
The aerial ability of Zac Lomax augurs well for his time in the 15-man game.
There was a time when Sale were largely unbeatable at home, their uninviting base on the outskirts of Salford inhospitable to visitors and a fortress to Alex Sanderson’s players. Not any longer.
Saracens score 13 tries to annihilate Sale Sharks in the Prem, with winger Noah Caluori grabbing five of his own.
Zac Lomax might just have arrived in Super Rugby, but already the code-hopper has made a giant impression.
The billionaire owners of Premier League side Bournemouth are closing in on a takeover of Exeter Chiefs.
Wales next face the daunting prospect of reigning champions England in Bristol after a seventh straight loss in the Six Nations.
U.S. World Cup roster watch was at the heart of an MLS weekend in which San Jose showed its credentials and Miami moved on.
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Ousseni Bouda scored two goals in the second half, ending Hugo Lloris' scoreless run to begin the season at 593 minutes, and the San Jose Earthquakes stunned Los Angeles FC 4-1 on Sunday night in an early Western Conference showdown.
San Jose Earthquakes have defeated LAFC 4-1 in Sunday's marquee Western Conference clash in Major League Soccer.Scorers: Bouda 53', 80', Werner 56', Porteous 59' (OG) ; Roberts 74' (OG).
After an off-season move from Red Bull Leipzig, Timo Werner has scored his first MLS goal for the San Jose Earthquakes in their Western Conference clash against LAFC.Having grabbed an assist just minutes earlier, the former Germany international skipped past the challenge of Nkosi Tafari and fired past Hugo Lloris to double San Jose's lead.
Julian Hall’s second brace of 2026 in Red Bulls’ U.S. Open Cup win last week continued to solidify his impact on the pitch and highlight the player development path that Major League Soccer has put in place.
Unbeaten since the end of February, Inter Miami is continuing its strong run in MLS. Facing the Colorado Rapids this Saturday, Lionel Messi’s teammates snatched a late win (3-2). The Argentine naturally stood out with a brace, including a superb goal to seal the victory in the 79th minute.
SANDY, Utah (AP) — Sergi Solans had two goals and an assist, Diego Luna added a goal and two assists, and Real Salt Lake beat San Diego FC 4-2 on Saturday night to extend its unbeaten streak to six games. Morgan Guilavogui scored his first goal in MLS and had an assist for Real Salt Lake (5-1-1).
Three weeks ago, more than 63,000 fans showed up at Mile High Stadium for the debut of the Denver Summit of the NWSL. On Saturday, the local MLS team pushed that bar even higher. A total of 75,824 attended the match between the Colorado Rapids and Inter Miami at the home of the Denver Broncos.
FRISCO, Texas (AP) — Lucas Sanabria and Joseph Paintsil scored late in the first half after Petar Musa scored twice to give Dallas the lead, helping the Los Angeles Galaxy rally for a 2-2 draw on Saturday night.
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Dor Turgeman scored the equalizer early in the second half and Carles Gil netted the winner on a penalty kick in the 85th minute as the New England Revolution rallied to beat the Columbus Crew 2-1 on Saturday night to remain unbeaten at home.
With their struggling clubs owning three of the league's top seven payrolls, Carlos Mendoza, Rob Thomson and Joe Espada could be in trouble.
The Athletic's staff has had roughly a month to explore MLB The Show 26. Here are their takeaways.
Austin Hedges had been waiting for the right moment. So, after he helped the Cleveland Guardians to an 8-4 win over the Baltimore Orioles on Sunday afternoon, he went for it.
Diamondbacks outfielder Corbin Carroll left Sunday's game against the Blue Jays before the fifth inning because of low back tightness, but manager Torey Lovullo is confident the issue isn't serious.
Austin Hedges scored the first run of the game for the Guardians but had a bigger moment after the final out.
Nico Hoerner hit a sacrifice fly off Craig Kimbrel in the 10th inning as the Cubs extended the Mets' losing streak to 11 games by rallying for a 2-1 victory.
The New York Mets’ losing streak was on the ropes on Sunday. But a blown save by Devin Williams spoiled a shutout in the ninth inning, and the Chicago Cubs prevailed, 2-1, in extra innings to extend New York’s misery and its losing streak to 11 games.
The free-falling Mets are off to the third-worst start in franchise history.
"(You'd) think after last time,” he said, “how much they were talking before, that they might be trying to quiet it down a little bit.".
The Dodgers placed first baseman Freddie Freeman on the paternity list Sunday and recalled longtime minor league prospect Ryan Ward.
The Houston Astros placed outfielder Joey Loperfido on the 10-day injured list on Sunday because of a right quad strain.
Salvador Perez and Royals manager Matt Quatraro said they were back on the same page Sunday after the catcher's social media post on Saturday generated drama.
The Rockies jumped all over reliever Will Klein, stringing together three consecutive base hits to open the sixth inning and take the lead.
The Kansas City Royals (7-14) will try to avoid a three-game sweep at the hands of the New York Yankees (12-9). The Royals have lost six consecutive games, including a 13-4 decision to the Yankees on Saturday. Starting pitchers are Cole Ragans for Kansas Cityvand Ryan Weathers for New York.
Shohei Ohtani extended his on-base streak to 50 games in Saturday’s 4-3 defeat to the Colorado Rockies at Coors Field. He made the achievement suspenseful by not reaching base until the ninth inning with a two-out single off Rockies reliever Victor Vodnik.
The Red Sox, who lost to the Tigers 4-1 on Saturday afternoon at Fenway Park, pushed back the start of Sunday's game against Detroit by three hours because of a forecast of rain, with first pitch now scheduled for 4:35 p.m. ET.
Kansas City Royals captain Salvador Perez got a day off Saturday, apparently against his will. The fun began when the Royals posted a lineup without Perez.
Diamondbacks outfielder Lourdes Gurriel Jr. was activated from the injured list less than eight months after he suffered a torn right ACL.
The Phillies placed closer Jhoan Duran on the 15-day injured list because of a strained left oblique, manager Rob Thomson said.
Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Eric Lauer doesn’t like pitching behind an opener. Blue Jays manager John Schneider doesn’t appear to be losing sleep over it.
Ducati haven’t waited so long for a GP win since 2021 – and it’s 2014 since the factory team had a longer run without a rostrum. Can they turn the tables at Jerez?.
Three rounds down, 19 to go! Pedro Acosta is enjoying his strongest start to a premier-class season yet, with some key changes showing improvements on track.
2026 has been dreamland for the Noale factory so far but just how impressive have they been?.
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.
A dramatic qualifying session sets up a tantalising grid – with Acosta third and Marc Marquez sixth in Texas.
After a historic all-Ukrainian final in Rouen, Marta Kostyuk nears the Top 20, while teenager Veronika Podrez makes a 62-place leap.
Following her clinical run through the Sunshine Double, Aryna Sabalenka transitions to clay to defend her crown against Iga Swiatek, Elena Rybakina and a stacked field in the first clay-court WTA 1000 of the year.
In a historic first, Marta Kostyuk and Veronika Podrez met in an all-Ukrainian WTA final Sunday in Rouen. But only one could leave with the title and Kostyuk defeated the 19-year-old in straight sets to capture her second singles crown.
From navigating the victory ramp to celebratory Nutella crepes, Elena Rybakina sat down to discuss her clinical week in Stuttgart, her focus on consistency and health and the full-throttle pace of her 2026 season.
Elena Rybakina claimed her 13th WTA title Sunday in Stuttgart, defeating Karolina Muchova 7-5, 6-1 in 1 hour and 18 minutes to win the 2026 Porsche Tennis Grand Prix. After 12 titles in 12 different tournaments, it marks the first repeat title of her career.
Ahead of Sunday's championship match, here’s a complete breakdown of when Elena Rybakina and Karolina Muchova play, what’s at stake and how they navigated the draw in Stuttgart.
World No. 28 Marta Kostyuk and main-draw debutant Veronika Podrez will compete in the first all-Ukrainian WTA final at the Open Capfinances Rouen Metropole.
Elena Rybakina shook off any residual fatigue from a quarterfinal marathon against Leylah Fernandez to defeat Mirra Andreeva in straight sets Saturday in the Stuttgart semis. The 2024 champ will face Karolina Muchova in Sunday's final.
World No. 12 Karolina Muchova advanced to her second final of 2026, defeating Elina Svitolina in three sets at the Stuttgart semifinals. She'll face Elena Rybakina in the championship.
Elena Rybakina has no idea how she did it, but she saved two match points and came from a set down to defeat Leylah Fernandez in a three-hour battle on Friday night in Stuttgart. She'll face Mirra Andreeva in the semifinals.
Ben Shelton and Arthur Fils won titles in Munich and Barcelona, respectively, last week as the European clay swing continued. ATPTour.com looks at the movers of the week in the PIF ATP Rankings as of Monday 20 April.
Jannik Sinner’s quest for a fifth consecutive ATP Masters 1000 title starts this week at the Mutua Madrid Open and the Italian learned his path following Monday’s draw in the Spanish capital. The No.
The draw for the 2026 Mutua Madrid Open will take place on Monday, 20 April at 10 a.m. CEST (4 a.m.
Arthur Fils won his fourth ATP Tour title on Sunday at the Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell, where he defeated Andrey Rublev in the final. ATPTour.com relives his journey to the trophy through videos of key moments in the week.
Arthur Fils held his nerve through a dramatic late surge from Andrey Rublev at the Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell on Sunday when he defeated the 28-year-old 6-2, 7-6(2) in the championship match to clinch the title at the clay-court ATP 500 event.
Ben Shelton bounced back from disappointment last year by defeating Flavio Cobolli 6-2, 7-5 to win the Munich Open.
Elena Rybakina defeated Karolina Muchova 7-5, 6-1 to win the Porsche Tennis Grand Prix for the second time.
Ben Shelton became the first American in series history (since 2009) to win three ATP 500 titles on Sunday at the BMW Open by Bitpanda in Munich, where he downed Flavio Cobolli in the final. ATPTour.com relives his journey to the trophy through videos of key moments in the week.
Ben Shelton clinched his fifth ATP Tour title and second on clay on Sunday at the BMW Open by Bitpanda in Munich, where he moved past fourth seed Flavio Cobolli 6-2, 7-5. The second seed lost to Alexander Zverev in the championship match at the ATP 500 event 12 months ago, but ensured history would not repeat itself against World No.
Julian Cash and Lloyd Glasspool have been made to wait for a title in 2026, but they finally had reason to celebrate on Sunday at the Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell, where they overcame Pierre-Hugues Herbert and Andrea Vavassori 6-3, 6-4 in the final.
German qualifiers Jakob Schnaitter and Mark Wallner captured their first ATP Tour title as a team on Sunday at the BMW Open by Bitpanda, where they overcame Frenchmen Theo Arribage and Albano Olivetti 4-6, 7-6(4), 12-10 on home soil in Munich.
Alejandro Burillo, the business visionary who helped establish Mexico as a key destination in professional tennis with his leadership and passion, passed away at the age of 74. Born in 1951, Burillo became one of the most influential figures in the development of professional tennis in Mexico.
How did your first week of ATP Fantasy pan out? . Plenty of players made a fast start to their season of the new game, in which fans step into the role of a team manager to select a roster of stars each week and earn points based on real-life performances.
Arthur Fils absorbed the full force of Rafael Jodar’s rapid rise on Saturday at the Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell, but the ninth seed refused to become the Spaniard’s next breakthrough scalp.
Cameron Norrie is more than familiar with competing on the clay at the Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell, but the Briton was presented with a different sort of on-court test this week at the ATP 500. Norrie, who is this week making his seventh appearance in Barcelona, took on host Natalie Pike in the latest edition of the Lexus ATP Head2Head Challenge.
Flavio Cobolli silenced a partisan home crowd on Saturday at the BMW Open by Bitpanda in Munich, where he powered past defending champion Alexander Zverev to book his place in the final. The 23-year-old Italian delivered a superb all-round performance for a 6-3, 6-3 victory over Zverev, the No.
Remember the name: Rafael Jodar. All eyes have understandably been on another young Spaniard in recent years. Twenty-two-year-old Carlos Alcaraz has already spent 66 weeks as the No.
#NextGenATP star Rafael Jodar earned his second consecutive win against Cameron Norrie on Friday at the Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell, where he eased past the Briton 6-3, 6-2. With the victory, the 19-year-old extended his winning streak to eight matches. The Spaniard overcame the former World No.
Arthur Fils continued his impressive 2026 on Friday at the Barcelona Open Banc Sabadell, where he dispatched second seed Lorenzo Musetti 6-3, 6-4 to reach the semi-finals at the ATP 500 event. Fils was sidelined for eight months due to injury but has been red hot since returning in February.
Carlos Alcaraz announced his withdrawal from the Mutua Madrid Open on Friday. "There are some news that are incredibly hard to share.
Current AFLW players are making their mark in the coaching ranks.
The AFLW's first pre-season draft will be held next month.
The Marsh AFLW Academy will play against a VFLW side as preparations for the draft evolve.
Dom Carbone's love of community football has been embraced by her super-flying sleepover club.
Ryan Davis and Glenn Strachan are just two of five new coaches on the AFLW scene next season.
The new coaches of Adelaide and Port Adelaide aren't native South Australians, but they're adjusting to life in the city of churches just fine.
Some of the best women's talent from Australia and Ireland will square off in at least one fixture on Australian shores in either June or July.
Emma Zielke joins Greater Western Sydney as its first full-time AFLW assistant coach, leading forwards and player development.
The 2026 AFLW fixture is set to feature four games played at AFL venues on the same day as men's matches.
Players share their top tips on the best beaches, food spots and must-do experiences to make the most of Gather Round in Adelaide.
Uncertainties over the details of Netball Australia's broadcast agreement with Nine left fans hesitant to celebrate. Now we reveal how many games will actually be seen on free-to-air TV.
Diamonds and Melbourne Vixens star Jo Weston calls for a pay increase after a new free-to-air broadcast deal.
Two new teams were expected to join the league in 2027 to make Super Netball a 10-team competition, but slow broadcast negotiations are holding up the process. .
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.
Hannah Green won the JM Eagle LA Championship on Sunday for the third time in our years and the first at El Caballero.
Jon Rahm capped off a chaotic week on LIV Golf when he closed with a 7-under 64 on Sunday for a six-shot victory in LIV Golf Mexico City.
Australia’s Hannah Green pulled off one of the best comebacks in recent memory to win the LPGA’s JM Eagle LA Championship at El Caballero Country Club.
Bryson DeChambeau’s surprise move raised eyebrows as LIV Golf officials announced an act of defiance following speculation about the breakaway league’s future beyond 2026.
Matt Fitzpatrick delivered another playoff win in the RBC Heritage, fending off Scottie Scheffler for his second title at the tournament.
Stewart Cink closed with a 9-under 63 and pulled away from the field with an astonishing stretch for a six-shot victory in the Senior PGA Championship.
Matt Fitzpatrick bounced back from a 72nd hole stumble to defeat world No.1 Scottie Scheffler in a playoff at the RBC Heritage at Harbour Town Golf Links in South Carolina.
Days after saying on-course outbursts cast a bad look on pro golfers, Max Homa threw his club in frustration during the final round of the RBC Heritage.
Bryson DeChambeau withdrew from the final round of LIV Golf Mexico City on Sunday, citing a wrist injury that he did not want to further aggravate.
Keith Horne had birdies on all the par-5s on his way to a 6-under 66 at Concession Golf Club, giving him a one-shot lead in the Senior PGA Championship.
Guard Dana Evans, who re-signed with the Aces as a free agent last week, will be sidelined indefinitely while recovering from a left leg injury.
Now 100% healthy with no restrictions, Caitlin Clark and the Fever are trying to keep it that way.
The Valkyries have re-signed free agent guard Tiffany Hayes to a one-year deal. She averaged 11.7 points and 3.8 rebounds in 26 games last season.
Retired sports stars Sue Bird and Megan Rapinoe announced on social media that, after a decade together, they are no longer in a relationship.
Three-time WNBA All-Star Aliyah Boston has agreed to a four-year, $6.3 million contract extension with the Fever, her agent told ESPN.
Newly acquired Dream star forward Angel Reese says she was grateful for her time in Chicago but she wanted more.
Minnesota Lynx star Napheesa Collier, who is still recovering from offseason surgery on both ankles, says she's working to return to the court "soon.".
Liberty announced Friday that forward Breanna Stewart, center Jonquel Jones and guard Sabrina Ionescu all have signed multiyear deals to return to the team.
How will Angel Reese fit the Dream? Will the Wings return to the playoffs? Can Caitlin Clark remain healthy?.
Napheesa Collier has signed a one-year, $1.4 million supermax contract to return to the Lynx, sources told ESPN.
Melbourne United on Monday confirmed the signature of the sought-after Free Agent Sam Waardenburg to a three-year contract, with a third-year mutual option. Standing 208cm tall, Waardenburg has spent the past four seasons in Cairns, chalking up 89 games across that time.
The Hungry Jack's NBL26 season was one to remember for its countless top plays on the court. Many of those included incredible passes by the likes of New Zealand's Parker Jackson-Cartwright, South East Melbourne's Owen Foxwell, Adelaide's Bryce Cotton and Sydney's Kendric Davis.
The Adelaide 36ers confirmed on Monday they have mutually parted ways with guard Dejan Vasiljevic. Vasiljevic played 90 games in Sixers colours since signing on with the club during the NBL24 season, averaging 15.1 points (including 2.6 triples), 3.2 rebounds and 1.9 assists per game.
The Illawarra Hawks have reportedly locked in more of their NBL25 Championship core, as they attempt to return to the summit next season. According to ESPN’s Olgun Uluc, wing Wani Swaka Lo Buluk has agreed to a new, revised two-year deal with the Illawarra Hawks.
As the Free Agency period tips off, NBL Media is putting the microscope on every club's NBL26 campaign. Pete Hooley analyses every team, starting with the tenth-placed Bullets, all the way through to the Championship-winning Kings.What the ladder says6th place - 20 wins, 13 losses.
In his third season in the NBL, Perth’s Kristian Doolittle has well and truly established himself as one of the best players in the League.
As the Free Agency period tips off, NBL Media is putting the microscope on every club's NBL26 campaign. Pete Hooley analyses every team, starting with the tenth-placed Bullets, all the way through to the Championship-winning Kings.What the ladder says6th - 14 wins, 19 losses.
Looking back on the season that was, with all the big moments that brought us to the Sydney Kings' Championship win.
As the Free Agency period tips off, NBL Media is putting the microscope on every club's NBL26 campaign. Pete Hooley analyses every team, starting with the tenth-placed Bullets, all the way through to the Championship-winning Kings.What the ladder says7th place - 13 wins, 20 losses.
Fresh off winning the Hungry Jack’s NBL26 Championship, the Sydney Kings are now preparing their squad to go back-to-back. Heading into the NBL27 Free Agency, the Kings had Xavier Cooks, Matthew Dellavedova, Jaylin Galloway, Kouat Noi and Jason Spurgin all under contract.
The Triple-A Las Vegas Aviators, an affiliate of the Athletics in the Pacific Coast League, will play a game as the Las Vegas Villains next week. The alternate identity centers around a playing card king wearing cleats and baseball stirrups, running with a stolen base and a ripped bag of.
Episode 7 of the SportsLogos.Net podcast is out now. Check it out right here, right now on Apple, Spotify, Amazon Music and more. This week, Chris and Paul welcome guest host Todd Radom to break down all eight of Major League Baseball’s new second-generation City Connect uniforms for 2026. The.
The Royals now have a much clearer path toward a deal to build a downtown ballpark, but further legislative progress this week is creating additional hurdles the MLB club must still clear. The city council in Kansas City, Mo.
The Kenosha Kingfish, a baseball team in the collegiate summer level Northwoods League, will pay tribute to lighthouses along the shores of the Great Lakes with their new alternate identity, the Kenosha Keepers.
This marks the first change to the Ravens’ primary design in 26 seasons, though they’re mostly an evolution of their previous look.
Entertainment executive Scott Borchetta is expanding his reach into sports.
After tennis stars at the Australian Open were asked to remove banned wearables like Whoop, the French Open will now allow them on “a trial basis”—the first time they will be permitted at a Grand Slam.
The Los Angeles Rams de-gradiented their logos, added a little more edge, and revealed two new home and road uniforms for 2026 with two new alternates still to come.
The Madison Mallards, a baseball team in the collegiate summer Northwoods League, will pay tribute to their popular bat dog when they play one game as the Mavericks this season. The Mallards will wear jerseys that feature Maverick himself doing the job he was meant to do, carrying a bat.
U.S. Women’s National Team star Sophia Wilson is back with the Portland Thorns this NWSL season on a $1 million player option. When she exercised the deal this offseason, Wilson’s contract was the first in league history to hit seven figures in one season.
Newcastle has won the A-League Premier’s Plate for the first time in the club’s history.
A-League club was on the brink of collapse before coach Mark Milligan lifted ‘Box Office Jets’ to within sight of a breakthrough premiership. It wasn’t all that long ago that the Newcastle Jets were on the precipice of collapse.
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.
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.
Zac Lomax’s Super Rugby debut has ended in heartache against the Drua in Fiji – but the former NRL star showed more than enough to suggest he could wear a Wallabies jersey by the time Australia hosts next year’s World Cup.
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.
UConn's Braylon Mullins, who was ranked No. 17 on ESPN's NBA draft big board, will look to boost his stock with a second season in Storrs.
Andrej Stojakovic is returning to an Illinois team that will bring back five of its top seven scorers from a group that reached the Final Four.
Notre Dame and Villanova will play a men's and women's basketball doubleheader Nov. 1 in Rome to open the season.
Guard Kayden Mingo is transferring to Baylor after a strong freshman season at Penn State in a move that could play a role in the recruitment of his brother, five-star prospect Dylan Mingo.
Bryson Tiller is leaving Kansas for bitter rival Missouri after a promising and productive freshman season with the Jayhawks.
Florida forward Alex Condon, the No. 30 prospect in ESPN's Top 100, will return for his senior year, he told ESPN on Wednesday.
The return of point guard Robert Wright III will give BYU a boost as it prepares to lose two of its top players.
Who's leaving, who's staying and who's coming? Let's take a look at Michigan, UConn, Arizona and Illinois.
Georgia transfer Jeremiah Wilkinson, one of the best scorers in the transfer portal, committed to Arkansas on Tuesday night, sources told ESPN, choosing the Razorbacks over programs including Kentucky, Oklahoma, Oklahoma State and LSU.
Dylan Darling, the NCAA tournament hero for St. John's, entered the transfer portal Tuesday, sources told ESPN, hours after the Red Storm landed highly touted European point guard Quinn Ellis.