Ruthless roster calls sent a clear message... now Ryles’ Eels revolution faces its biggest test
Jason Ryles arrived at Parramatta with an uncompromising mindset:.
Jason Ryles arrived at Parramatta with an uncompromising mindset:.
Mary Fowler is expected to be named in Australia's Women's Asian Cup squad on Thursday despite having played limited minutes in her return from an ACL injury.
Mets catcher Francisco Alvarez, outfielder Luis Robert Jr. and infielders Jorge Polanco and Brett Baty won't play early in games this spring, manager Carlos Mendoza said Tuesday.
The Atlanta Braves added veteran Dominic Smith to their major league spring training camp on Tuesday as a non-roster invitee.
Inter Milan defender Alessandro Bastoni apologised for celebrating the controversial sending off of Juventus defender Pierre Kalulu's in Saturday's Derby d'Italia.
Enjoy all the updates from today's knockout phase playoff first legs, including Benfica vs. Real Madrid and AS Monaco vs. Paris Saint-Germain.
Tiger Woods is not ruling out a return to professional golf as early as this year's Masters.
Reigning Dally M Props of the Year Addin Fonua-Blake and Payne Haas could link up in the front row for NSW under new State of Origin eligibility rules.
The 2025 AFL season didn’t finish the way Tom Stewart planned.
On Tuesday, February 17, 2026, the No. 16 North Carolina Tar Heels (20-5, 8-4 ACC) will travel approximately 20 miles to the Lenovo Center in Raleigh to face the NC State Wolfpack (18-8, 9-4 ACC).
Johnny Sexton says the racist abuse directed at Munster second row Edwin Edogbo will have marred his Ireland debut.
Former Ireland captain Johnny Sexton says he does not think Edwin Edogbo "paid too much attention" to the racist abuse following his international debut.
Henry Pollock gets his first Test start as Steve Borthwick makes three changes to his XV for England's Six Nations game against Ireland on Saturday.
Pete Horne revealed that Jamie Ritchie, Jamie Dobie and Jack Dempsey are unlikely to play any further part in Scotland's Six Nations campaign.
Danny Wilson says it was never going to be a "smooth ride" for Wales in the Six Nations.
Henry Pollock will make his first start for England on Saturday after being named in the starting XV for the Six Nations match with Ireland.
All the talking points ahead of the third round of the Six Nations.
Henry Arundell is free to face Ireland on Saturday after escaping a ban for being sent off in England's Guinness Six Nations defeat by Scotland.
Steve Borthwick has backed Henry Pollock to thrive in the face of any wind-up tactics from Ireland on his first England start on Saturday, tipping his rising star to bring “euphoria” to Twickenham.
England wing Henry Arundell is backed to "play super well" in Saturday's Six Nations clash with Ireland after being cleared to play following his red card.
Northern Iowa football player Parker Sutherland has died two days after he collapsed during an offseason workout.
Yale football coach Tony Reno is stepping down from his role in charge of the Bulldogs due to health reasons, the school announced Tuesday.
A look at the incoming transfers who will have the biggest impact on the best teams in 2026.
The sport's manifest destiny opened doors for Indiana and others. Consolidating power and access could eliminate the thrill of that growth.
The MAC presidents have voted to add FCS Sacramento State into the league as a football-only member starting in 2026.
Brigham Young says standout wide receiver Parker Kingston is no longer a student there after he was arrested this week on a first-degree felony rape charge.
A Tennessee judge said he would decide on the eligibility of Vols quarterback Joey Aguilar soon after a court appearance on Friday.
Joe Judge was trying to make a point to help a player get a court injunction. Instead he got a viral moment.
Indiana defensive coordinator Bryant Haines has been honored with the Broyles Award, given to the nation's top assistant coach.
The Big Ten is circulating an internal document that lays out what a 24-team CFP would look like, including the elimination of conference championship games, a 23+1 selection model and an additional weekend of on-campus CFP home games.
Bo Jackson’s 40-yard-dash time, said to be an otherworldly 4.12 seconds, might be the most told NFL scouting combine story of all time. Here’s the problem: It didn’t happen at the combine.
Seattle Seahawks running back Kenneth Walker III is about to hit free agency at the best possible time. Coming off arguably his best game in the NFL — after which he was named Super Bowl MVP — Walker will reportedly be allowed to explore other options.
Some familiar elements remain, but the Colts could overhaul both lines and revamp their secondary.
Which team makes the most sense for Alec Pierce? Where do Malik Willis and the QBs fit best? And where could defensive standouts excel?.
The Seahawks are unlikely to use either a franchise or transition tag on running back and Super Bowl MVP Kenneth Walker III, league sources told ESPN.
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Plus, sorting out a collection of free agents in the defensive backfield.
Mendoza's underdog story is well known. Here's how the quarterback worked with Indiana's coaches to make it happen.
Tyreek Hill is officially a free agent, putting him in an unfamiliar position for the first time in his career.
The 2027 Super Bowl will air on ESPN for the first time in network history. Learn more information about Super Bowl LXI festivities now.
Birmingham City's owners take over the women's team, with England legend Karen Carney among the minority investors.
Arsenal will increase season ticket prices by 3.9% and introduce safe standing at Emirates Stadium from next season.
Raphinha said Barcelona are playing under different rules to other teams after Girona beat them 2-1 on Monday to inflict a second successive defeat on Hansi Flick's side.
Trinity Rodman, Lindsey Heaps and Rose Lavelle headline the U.S. women's national team roster announced on Tuesday by manager Emma Hayes for the SheBelieves Cup.
Marseille's chaotic season took another twist on Tuesday as sporting director Medhi Benatia returned to the club two days after quitting.
Mikel Arteta has revealed Arsenal are assessing their warm-up routines after four players suffered fitness scares just before matches.
Manchester United have no plans to re-negotiate the terms of Marcus Rashford's potential permanent move to Barcelona, sources have told ESPN.
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Emma Hayes has struck a balance of experience and rising young talent in her squad for the 2026 SheBelieves Cup. The friendly competition will pit the US women against Argentina, Canada and Colombia in early March.
Arsenal have announced that season-ticket prices will rise for a fifth consecutive season, with the cost of a ticket for the most dedicated fans rising by an average of 3.9%. The Premier League leaders, who face Wolves at Molineux on Wednesday, say they have made the decision as part of a continued push towards “financial stability” and confirmed that safe standing would be introduced to the Clock End next season, after consultation with supporters.
Carlos Alcaraz ensured he kept pace with rival Jannik Sinner's fast start at the Qatar ExxonMobil Open, though the top seed was forced to dig deeper in his opening test on Tuesday in Doha.
Fabio Fognini made a special appearance at the Tenerife Challenger 2 this past weekend, sharing smiles and laughs in front of a full crowd while playing in an exhibition match. The former No.
Lorenzo Musetti has withdrawn from the Abierto Mexicano Telcel presentado por HSBC in Acapulco. The Italian is still recovering from the psoas muscle injury that forced him to retire from his Australian Open quarter-final against Novak Djokovic last month. The No.
Could Alejandro Tabilo be poised for a big week on clay in Brazil? The Chilean lefty made a good start to his Rio Open presented by Claro on Monday when he ousted American Emilio Nava 6-3, 6-3 in only 63 minutes.
Alex Michelsen marked his return to the Delray Beach Open with a composed performance Monday, navigating gusty winds and a testing opponent to advance at the ATP 250 hard-court event.
Jannik Sinner began to turn the sting of recent heartbreak into renewed purpose on Monday in Doha, where he thrilled the crowd with a striking debut performance at the Qatar ExxonMobil Open.
The battle for No. 1 in the PIF ATP Rankings has become a two-man chess match between Carlos Alcaraz and Jannik Sinner in recent years, and right now every move could have major implications. Now having spent 59 total weeks at No.
Following a stop-start opening to 2026, can Joao Fonseca turbocharge his season in his hometown at the Rio Open presented by Claro? The No.
Much has been made about the work Carlos Alcaraz has done on his serve. But the Spaniard is not the only one focusing on the vital stroke. Jannik Sinner revealed on Sunday ahead of the Qatar ExxonMobil Open that he is emphasising his serve ahead of his first ATP 500 event of the season.
Alex de Minaur, Ben Shelton and Francisco Cerundolo all triumphed in a three-tournament week on the ATP Tour. ATPTour.com looks at the movers of the week as of Monday 16 February, following events in Rotterdam, Dallas and Buenos Aires.
It was a Filipino frenzy on Tuesday night in Dubai, as Alexandra Eala captured one of the biggest wins of her career to the delight of the Center Court crowd. She defeated Jasmine Paolini in straight sets to reach the third round of the event for the first time.
Elena Rybakina continued her excellence in Dubai openers, improving to 6-0 with a second-round win over Kimberly Birrell. She needed just 60 minutes to dispatch the Australian, winning 6-1, 6-2 to set up a third-round meeting with Antonia Ruzic.
American tennis player Jessica Pegula will lead a new 13-person panel tasked with making improvements to the WTA's calendar, rankings system and event requirements.
Elina Svitolina advanced to the third round of the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships after Paula Badosa retired after losing the first set Tuesday. The Ukrainian will next face Belinda Bencic, who moved through with a walkover after Sara Bejlek withdrew with an abdominal injury.
Coco Gauff got back to winning ways with a straight-sets defeat of Anna Kalinskaya in the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships second round.
In her first match in nearly 20 days, Jessica Pegula cruised past Varvara Gracheva 6-4, 6-0. The World No. 5 landed 94% of her first serves and won the final nine games to advance to the third round, where she awaits Iva Jovic.
Mirra Andreeva and Belinda Bencic both advanced to the third round of the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships via walkover after Daria Kasatkina and Sara Bejlek withdrew due to injury.
Ahead of the 2026 Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships on media day, Coco Gauff discussed her experience currently serving as a global brand ambassador for Mercedes-Benz, the premier partner of the WTA.
The new Tour Architecture Council will recommend actionable improvements to the Tour framework that can be implemented as soon as the 2027 season.
Iva Jovic has zoomed from outside the Top 100 to inside the Top 20 in just eight months. On her debut at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships, does she see herself as a rookie or as a top name to beat?.
Karolina Muchova won her first WTA 1000 title, Maria Sakkari surged to the semifinals, Victoria Mboko reached yet another final and more from a jam-packed week in Doha.
Victoria Mboko makes her Top 10 debut in the latest edition of the PIF WTA Rankings, meaning there are two teenagers in the Top 10 for the first time in 17 years. Meanwhile, Doha champion Karolina Muchova and semifinalist Maria Sakkari are among the players boosted.
Victoria Mboko withdrew from the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships because of a right-elbow injury. Mboko entered Dubai after a run to her second WTA 1000 final at the Qatar TotalEnergies Open in Doha.
Victoria Mboko becomes the fourth Canadian woman to reach the elite tier and joins fellow 19-year-old Mirra Andreeva in marking the first time since 2009 that two teenagers sit inside the Top 10.
Abu Dhabi champion Sara Bejlek and crowd favorite Alexandra Eala both scored wins in their respective tournament debuts at the Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships on Sunday, the opening day of play at the WTA 1000 event.
Mirra Andreeva is relishing the memories after returning to Dubai where she is the reigning champion. At media day, Andreeva discussed the added attention, bouncing back from Doha and her excitement to play where she notched her statement win.
After facing some of the tour’s biggest power hitters, Karolina Muchova leaned on disguise, variation and touch to unsettle her opponents and remind everyone at the Qatar TotalEnergies Open that she can stand toe-to-toe with the very best.
Three of last week’s Doha standouts withdrew from the 2026 Dubai Duty Free Tennis Championships on Sunday, with Karolina Muchova citing a change in schedule and Zheng Qinwen and Maria Sakkari sidelined by illness.
Karolina Muchova defeated Victoria Mboko in straight sets Saturday in Doha to win her first title since 2019 and the second of her career. Her first title in six and a half years marks her first at the WTA 1000 level.
On Saturday in Doha, Anna Danilina and Aleksandra Krunic came from 6-0, 5-2 down and saved a match point in the second set to force a match tiebreak, where they defeated Hsieh Su-wei and Jelena Ostapenko to win their first WTA 1000 title together.
Airee scored an unbeaten fifty to seal a high-octane chase in Mumbai.
Scotland's T20 World Cup campaign finishes on a low note as Nepal chase down 170 in a thrilling contest at the Wankhede Stadium to claim their first victory on this stage since 2014.
The India opener is yet to score a run at this T20 World Cup but that is a by-product of the high-risk cricket Abhishek plays, per batting coach Sitanshu Kotak.
There was no franchise from Jamaica in the last two editions of the Caribbean Premier League.
Pakistan will qualify for the Super Eight with a win, but a loss will consign them to a third straight first-round exit at a men's ICC event.
"One of the goals we set out to achieve was certainly that we're going to bring more recognition and respect to our country," the Zimbabwe captain added.
South Africa are already through to the Super Eight, and will want to stay perfect ahead of the next stage of competition.
The New Zealand allrounder says he uses the shot to open up different scoring zones and that "it's not a one-trick pony".
Morkel feels South Africa will "thrive when there's bit more on the line", and backs Brevis and Rabada.
Nepal brought in Sundeep Jora for Karan KC while Scotland remained unhanged.
Five-star senior Dylan Mingo, the No. 9 recruit in the 2026 boys' SC Next 100, committed to North Carolina during an appearance on ESPN's "First Take" on Tuesday.
Jon Scheyer said he "could have said even more" in response to a local DA's claims that there was "zero evidence" to support the Duke coach's initial claim that staffers were punched in a recent court storming at UNC.
North Carolina star Caleb Wilson is learning to play with a cast on his non-shooting hand and is inching toward returning "soon" after suffering a fractured left hand.
With a month until Selection Sunday, Bilas reveals which teams he has at the top of the pecking order.
Hours after sister Taylor Heise scored to help the U.S. women's Olympic hockey team beat Sweden 5-0 in Milan, Nate Heise hit a go-ahead 3-pointer in No. 6 Iowa State's thrilling 70-67 victory over Big 12 leader and second-ranked Houston on Monday night.
Bill Donovan, the father of Bulls coach Billy Donovan and whose own basketball exploits propelled him to the Boston College Hall of Fame, has died.
Michigan is No. 1 in the Associated Press men's college basketball poll for the first time in 13 years, ending Arizona's nine-week reign at the top.
After nine straight weeks at the top, the Wildcats fall after back-to-back losses, making way for the Wolverines.
Jerome Tang, who led Kansas State to the Elite Eight in his first season but has failed to replicate that success in his three seasons since, was fired for cause by the school.
Green Bay coach Doug Gottlieb slammed both hands on a table and demanded answers after he was given a late technical foul and his team was called for a crucial foul in the closing seconds of a 75-72 loss at Milwaukee on Sunday during Horizon League play.
Mark Cuban, the former majority owner of the Dallas Mavericks, says the fan experience is chief among the reasons the NBA should "embrace tanking," and that affordability is key in the formula.
Mark Cuban released an argument on why the NBA should embrace tanking as a way of delivering hope to fans. The statement comes in response to a fine issued by the NBA to the Utah Jazz and a broader conversation on whether tanking is bad for the league.
This matchup between the top-ranked University of Michigan Wolverines and the seventh-ranked Purdue University Boilermakers represents the apex of the Big Ten season, serving as a tactical showcase of two programs operating at historic levels of efficiency and competitive drive.
Stephen Curry will participate in the 2027 3-Point Contest at All-Star Weekend in Phoenix. Curry previously won the contest in 2015 and 2021, which was the last time he participated in the event. Curry also said he will try to persuade Klay Thompson to join him.
The Los Angeles Lakers view Giannis Antetokounmpo as their primary offseason target should the Milwaukee Bucks pursue a trade of their franchise cornerstone, team sources told ESPN. A Western Conference executive described the two-time MVP as the "big prize" the Lakers are positioning themselves to pursue.
Cleveland's title odds improved with the trade for James Harden, but OKC and Denver are clear favorites.
Who will make the playoffs? Win MVP? Andre Snellings and Eric Moody offer their best bets heading into the NBA's second half.
The Los Angeles Lakers have reportedly extended an olive branch to All-Star forward LeBron James and would welcome him back for season No.
Former Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban believes the NBA should embrace tanking. No, really. Cuban went on a lengthy diatribe Tuesday in which he described his feelings on the subject.
His size and athleticism won't wow scouts, but Anderson makes the right play time after time.
Broncos coach Michael Maguire has sought advice and perspectives from members of the club's 1992 World Club Challenge winning team as the NRL premiers prepare to face Hull KR. .
Lafo Titmuss, the mother of the late Manly Sea Eagles player, says no amount of money will ever soothe the impact of the “preventable” death of her son.
Castleford Tigers full-back Blake Taaffe is ruled out for the rest of the 2026 season after rupturing his anterior cruciate ligament on his Super League debut.
Sharks duo Addin Fonua-Blake and Briton Nikora have both publicly declared their desire to one day compete in the State of Origin arena after eligibility rules were lifted.
Former NRL star Matt Utai is in a "critical condition" after being shot multiple times outside his home in Sydney, Australia.
Addin Fonua-Blake confirms his interest in representing the NSW Blues.
He was born in Brisbane and played junior football with Logan Brothers, but Addin Fonua-Blake is desperate to be unleashed with Payne Haas for NSW.
The mother of Manly player Keith Titmuss, who died of exertional heat stroke following a 2020 Sea Eagles training session, breaks her silence on her family's multi-million-dollar lawsuit against the NRL club.
Cronulla duo Briton Nikora and Addin Fonua-Blake have both praised the rule changes that will give the pair a chance at State of Origin football they thought had long passed them by. .
Sharks gun Siosifa Talakai is set to become the latest signing of the Perth Bears in what would rate as the expansion’s club biggest coup to date.
The big names will come out to play in the final week of the Witzer Pre-Season Challenge with a host of off-season recruits turning out for the new clubs for the first team.
Official team lists, updates and injury news for Round 3 of the 2026 Witzer Pre-Season Challenge.
England playmaker Mikey Lewis has been cleared to play in the World Club Challenge, as the mind games between Broncos coach Michael Maguire and Hull KR counterpart Willie Peters begin.
Canterbury’s start to the season has been rocked by confirmation marquee signing Leo Thompson has a grade 3e calf tear that will sideline him for 10 weeks.
Premiership-winning Canterbury winger hit in stomach and leg in Greenacre shooting. Former NRL star Matt Utai is in hospital fighting for his life after being shot multiple times on his front lawn, in what police are treating as an ambush attack with no clear motive.
Dragons hooker Damien Cook is eager to see the impact of two years of investment into rugby league in the USA when he returns to Las Vegas this weekend. .
Formerly sacked South Sydney coach Jason Demetriou has revealed his interest in returning to the NRL, emerging as a top contender for the open PNG Chiefs coach position.
Canterbury Bulldogs premiership hero Matt Utai has been hospitalised and undergone emergency surgery after being shot twice in a drive-by attack in Western Sydney.
Nathan Cleary, Isaah Yeo and Dylan Edwards lead a strong Penrith Panthers side as they welcome back their big guns for their final trial against the Tigers.
In front of family and friends at McDonald Jones Stadium, Jock Madden masterminded a 42-26 comeback victory for Wests Tigers over the Roosters.
Plus, Tom Wilson reflects on his calculated fight against Pierre Crinon and a flashback to 1987 for Rick Tocchet.
Seeding could introduce some chaos, but we're on a very familiar collision course.
Heading into the knockout round, here's who has over- or underperformed for their nation.
Laraque was known for his fighting in the NHL, but a moment in February 2000 at the Skyreach Centre brought a new jubilation.
Five teams still have a realistic path to gold, but can anyone topple Canada or the United States before the gold medal game?.
The Tkachuk brothers are playing in their first Olympics. But 20 years ago, they were in Italy to watch their father compete for Team USA.
While Norway rules the 2026 medal table, its hockey teams are at home — a stark difference from its Nordic neighbors Sweden and Finland.
The Canadians and Americans, who will meet in a gold medal showdown on Thursday at the Olympics, have a long history of enmity.
Whether it's the predicted USA-Canada clash or a more unexpected matchup, here are potential storylines for the gold medal game.
The hockey boards at Santagiulia Arena have been changed to a lighter color beginning Tuesday at the Olympics after getting feedback from teams and federations.
The Hurricanes announced Brandon Bussi's deal Monday, the latest chapter in his unlikely rise to prominence for the Eastern Conference contender.
France's Pierre Crinon, who fought Canada's Tom Wilson at the Milan Cortina Winter Olympics, was suspended Monday by the French ice hockey federation.
Marie-Philip Poulin passed Hayley Wickenheiser for career Olympic goals, and Canada will face the U.S. in Thursday's gold medal game.
The incident occurred in the last 10 minutes of the Canada-France preliminary-round game on Sunday.
Team USA continued their dominance in the semifinals, steamrolling Sweden. They'll face either Canada or Switzerland for gold on Thursday.
There’s certainly a lot going on in the hockey world right now. The medal rounds are about to begin for the men at the Olympics, first with qualifying games on Tuesday and then the quarterfinals on Wednesday.
It's a do-or-die scenario on Tuesday as teams — including powerhouse Sweden — face off in the Qualifying Playoffs at the Olympics.
The Olympics have already served up breakout stars, upset results and way more goal-difference math than expected. What's next?.
Plus the mystery of Filip Forsberg's ice time, the young stars leading the American women's team, and the Canadian men's nuclear line.
Iginla became the first Black male athlete to win a Winter Olympics gold medal in 2002. He added to his resume with an iconic 2010 play.
All schedules are not created equal, and a second-half slate padded with tankers can grease a team’s run into a high playoff seed.
Zach Harper catches you up on the latest NBA news in our newsletter.
The Los Angeles Lakers are targeting forwards who can both defend and shoot three-pointers in free agency. How much the Lakers will have to offer free agents is dependent on decisions made with the rest of their roster, including player options for Deandre Ayton and Marcus Smart.
LeBron James made it clear at All-Star weekend that he hasn't made a decision on his future beyond this season. If that future includes staying with the Los Angeles Lakers, that's something the team would welcome. James is set to be a free agent this offseason.
The Philadelphia 76ers are set to make a series of roster moves coming out of the All-Star break. The Sixers will sign guard Cameron Payne to a standard contract. Philadelphia will also sign Jabari Walker from his current two-way deal to a two-year standard contract.
Dallas Mavericks forward Cooper Flagg attended a pair of Duke University games during the All-Star break. Flagg was spotted wearing a walking book due to his left mid-foot sprain. However, the Mavericks don't believe the injury is a serious one.
The NBA debuted a new All-Star Game format this year that featured three teams and a round-robin tournament.
Welcome back to the world’s most accurate power rankings, where today, as we do every two weeks, we sort all 30 NBA teams into an order so perfect that it will make you rethink your life. But first: A sidebar.
Players polled by The Athletic during All-Star weekend had clear favorites for the best NBA player and podcast.
With LeBron James' uncertain future, draft assets and significant cap space this summer, the Lakers are set up to be a major offseason player -- and maybe even try to land Giannis Antetokounmpo.
Twins ace Pablo Lopez likely will need season-ending surgery after being diagnosed with a significant tear in the UCL of his right elbow, GM Jeremy Zoll said.
Pablo López's season could be over before it even begins. The Minnesota Twins starting pitcher has “significant tearing” in his ulnar collateral ligament, general manager Jeremy Zoll said Tuesday via MLB.com's Matthew Leach, and Tommy John surgery “is very much on the table.
Each nation will have a white home jersey as well as an away jersey of a solid base color.
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MLBPA executive director Tony Clark resigned Tuesday, leaving the union without its longtime leader less than a year before the expiration of MLB's collective bargaining agreement, sources told ESPN.
Clark and the union have been under federal investigation since last year regarding using licensing money or equity to enrich themselves.
The dominance of San Diego's Mason Miller is undeniable, but who else makes the grade?.
Willy Finnegan was a replacement player in the odd spring of 1995. Now his son, Kyle, is fulfilling his father's Tigers dream in Lakeland.
At 22, Witt Jr. soaked in his teammates' expertise at the previous tournament. Three years later, he's Team USA's starting shortstop.
The Mets and Braves made a flurry of moves, but is it enough to get them past the Dodgers?.
How many different national packages MLB sells come 2029 could matter greatly in MLB’s quest to make it easier for fans to watch games.
What's it like to hit a crucial World Series home run in Game 7? Pull up a chair as Rojas explains his thought process pitch by pitch.
Buehler is one of several low-cost acquisitions procured in the last week by president of baseball operations A.J. Preller.
MESA, Ariz. — The Chicago Cubs want more. Having finally made a long awaited return to the postseason and even earning a series victory in the wild-card round against the Padres last October, a lofty standard has been reestablished for one of baseball’s most prominent franchises.
Free agent outfielder Mike Tauchman is in agreement on a minor league deal with the Mets, sources confirmed.
Vladimir Guerrero Jr. was the last person to leave the Toronto dugout after the Game 7 loss to the Dodgers in the World Series last fall because the star slugger wanted that to be the moment when he moved on: "Right then, I just turned the page.".
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts confirmed that utility man Tommy Edman won't be ready for opening day following offseason surgery on his right ankle.
Given Cohen’s investment in payroll, it would be especially bad for the Mets to again miss out on the postseason.
Fielding metrics such as Outs Above Average and Arm Value, per Baseball Savant, put Tauchman around league average.
Judge will captain Team USA in the World Baseball Classic, hoping to lead the country to its first title since 2017.
Ferrari Team Principal Fred Vasseur is “convinced” that most teams will “bring huge upgrades” to the second pre-season test in Bahrain, with the Frenchman also setting out his expectations for how the development race could initially unfold.
Red Bull have estimated that they are sitting behind Mercedes, McLaren and Ferrari in terms of outright performance after the opening pre-season test in Bahrain, despite the “remarkable job” done by the team’s new power unit division.
Cadillac have shared an update on when they expect to debut their own power unit in F1, with the new team still focused on their original target of 2029 whilst acknowledging that they will “speed up” the process if there are ways to do so.
Red Bull's Chief Designer Craig Skinner has left the Formula 1 team with immediate effect, the six-time World Champions have confirmed.
Charles Leclerc is among a growing number of Formula 1 drivers who have raised concerns about a lack of overtaking under the sport's new regulations.
‘Top Gun’ has enlisted the help of the three-time World Champion ahead of the 2026 campaign, as he looks to become one of the most feared riders on the grid once more.
Aston Martin have admitted they are not where they want to be following the first 2026 pre-season test in Bahrain, but there's still plenty of hope for the team's future ambitions.
F1 has announced a multi-year extension with the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya to host a Grand Prix in 2028, 2030, and 2032, in addition to the event scheduled in 2026. From this year, the race will also be re-named as the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix.
Barcelona will continue to host Formula One races until 2032 as it strikes a deal that means it will alternate with the Belgian Grand Prix.
Formula 1 has confirmed an extension of its race contract with the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya.
Fernando Alonso remains convinced that Adrian Newey's technical leadership will ensure Aston Martin ends up with the best car on the grid.
McLaren team boss Andrea Stella has offered an early assessment of the pecking order in the build-up to the 2026 season, arguing that Ferrari and Mercedes appear to be the most competitive outfits as things stand.
It’s almost time for the final pre-season test of 2026, as teams continue their preparations for next month’s curtain-raising Australian Grand Prix. Here’s everything you need to know about what’s happening, and how to follow the action…
Alpine have created a “much better” car for the upcoming season and F1’s overhauled regulations, according to Managing Director Steve Nielsen, who has also noted “big gains” with their new Mercedes power unit.
To celebrate George Russell turning 28, let’s look back on some of the Mercedes man’s best meme moments.
Audi team boss Jonathan Wheatley has admitted to an early feeling of pride over the operation’s progress ahead of their maiden F1 season, highlighting the “ambition, boldness and creativity” he has seen so far.
F1.com's Lawrence Barretto picks out his winners and losers from the first 2026 pre-season test in Bahrain.
F1.com's Lawrence Barretto tries to answer the five key questions that came out of the first pre-season test at the Bahrain International Circuit.
Formula 1's new era was always going to bring questions, but its first week of serious running has raised more than most. With one more preseason test in Bahrain still to come, ESPN makes sense of a fascinating three days in Sakhir.
Ludvig ? berg and caddie Joe Skovron were the first to take advantage of a rules update that allows for a damaged club to be replaced on the spot.
Amid an outpouring of emotion following Anthony Kim’s extraordinary triumph in Adelaide on Sunday, the icon who helped the fallen star find a way back to the links described it as the greatest comeback golf has seen.
Sunday's win at Pebble Beach was the seventh PGA Tour victory for Collin Morikawa -- but his first since Oct. 22, 2023.
Australia’s Min Woo Lee fell one shot shy of a second PGA Tour victory as Collin Morikawa ended his three-year winner’s drought in a thrilling finish to the Pebble Beach Pro-Am.
Anthony Kim, who needed to play a qualifying tournament last month just to get another season on the LIV Tour, capped a remarkable career comeback by winning LIV Golf Adelaide.
Anthony Kim completed one of golf’s most incredible comeback stories, while the all-Australian Ripper GC were also victorious at LIV Golf’s Adelaide event at The Grange on Sunday.
Akshay Bhatia goes into the final round of the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am with a two-shot lead.
Australia’s Min Woo Lee was left visibly frustrated, throwing his golf ball into the Pacific Ocean after a bogey-bogey finish to the third round of the Pebble Beach Pro-Am.
Akshay Bhatia had six birdies and chipped in from 50 feet for eagle on the 14th hole on his way to a 64 to grab a share of the Pebble Beach Pro-am lead with Ryo Hisatsune.
Akshay Bhatia has joined Ryo Hisatsune at the top of the PGA Tour Pebble Beach Pro-Am leaderboard on 15-under par, with a resurgent Rickie Fowler and Australian Min Woo Lee among those hot on their heels.
The 24-year-old has been central to Arsenal’s renaissance since his debut in 2018 - but his commitment is rare in the modern game.
The Finn played for some of the world's biggest clubs and is a national hero — so why do some people think he underachieved?.
A Tottenham fans' group says the club omitted a section outlining fans' concerns about the risk of relegation from the Premier League among other things.
Brian Brobbey has been one of the season's success stories but only after a terrifying brush with Amsterdam's criminal underworld.
The kids tasked with getting the ball back in play regularly provide iconic moments, but their importance to the game goes beyond that.
The Uruguay international finds himself out in the cold at Al Hilal, risking his hopes of shining at the World Cup.
Cole Palmer has scored 18 of his 19 penalties in the Premier League. Why is he so good at them?.
The Portuguese midfielder has been the Premier League's most-creative player this season. Now he has history to chase.
Arsenal's thumping of Wigan in the FA Cup shows exactly why most teams adopt a conservative approach against them.
Tim Spiers shines a light on the weirder football stories from the past week. First up, Manchester United's co-owner talks immigration.
Jaylen Brown is calling foul on the Beverly Hills Police Department. The Beverly Hills Police Department shut down an event organized by the Celtics star on Saturday night during the NBA All-Star Weekend in Los Angeles.
The Fort Wayne TinCaps, High-A affiliate of the San Diego Padres in the Midwest League, will celebrate their hometown’s railroad heritage with an alternate identity in 2026. For select games, the team will play as the PufferBellies, a nickname for steam-powered locomotives.
Breanna Stewart will be playing in the EuroLeague in April—less than a month before the supposed start of the 2026 WNBA season. The two-time WNBA MVP signed a deal to return to Turkish team Fenerbahçe for the EuroLeague Women Final Six in April, the club announced Monday.
The new logo will be part of a uniform redesign in April that is heavily inspired by their Houston Oilers throwback uniforms.
Fans and players alike may need an extra dose of caffeine when the Reading Fightin Phils take the field for their annual morning game this summer. The team will do its part by playing as the Reading Iced Coffees with an alternate brand and customized uniform. The Fightin Phils, Double-A.
Local legend has it that when Babe Ruth played a barnstorming game in Lynchburg, Virginia, in the 1920s, he hit a home run so far that it landed in nearby Spring Hill Cemetery. A century later, the baseball-loving monsters who reside in that cemetery have been roused and are ready.
LOS ANGELES — Three years ago, Stephen Curry lured De’Aaron Fox away from Nike to sign with Curry Brand, which he launched with Under Armour.
One of two new franchises in the National Women’s Soccer League for 2026 is ready to make their mark in their inaugural home kits.
A pair of national teams — one still vying for a spot in this summer’s World Cup and one that missed out on qualification — got new kits this week from their supplier, adidas. Both Greece and Jamaica rolled out new jerseys over the course of the past week. Jamaica.
The Buckeyes will debut the uniforms during tonight's game against Virginia, which tips off at 8 p.m. ET on FOX.
The franchise tag window is here, and there are several big names to keep an eye on as the offseason gets going. While there are plenty of players who could pick up the tag over the next two weeks, it’s unclear how many actually will get the franchise tag.
Hickman suffered minor injuries in the attack and is resting with his family, the Browns said.
Browns safety Ronnie Hickman was assaulted in the lobby of a New York City hotel early Monday morning, the team said.
The Browns are hiring Falcons defensive passing game coordinator Mike Rutenberg to be their next defensive coordinator, a league source told ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.
Miami cut ties with the receiver, but questions remain for the franchise and Tyreek Hill. Here's what we know.
Inside John Harbaugh's frantic first month, why you might never see an NFLPA report card again and big names who could be too pricy.
Buffalo Bills players expressed concerns with the team’s training staff via the 2025 NFL team report cards, which the league stopped the NFLPA from publishing due to an arbitration ruling.
Rutenberg, who has over 15 years of NFL coaching experience, lands his first coordinator job.
Todd Kirkland via Getty ImagesThe Cleveland Browns will reportedly hire Atlanta Falcons defensive pass game coordinator Mike Rutenberg as defensive coordinator, according to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler.
When Jeff Hafley agreed to become the Miami Dolphins’ next head coach, he had to understand what was coming in the short term. The only way for the Dolphins to move forward was to clean house. It wasn’t going to be a fun short-term experience, but it needed to be done.
A slick, intelligent American side gave their England counterparts a scare in Cyprus, and it has not gone unnoticed by the many agents there.
As always, the fresh jersey designs for the new MLS season are destined to polarize opinions. Here are ours.
These are the key dates for the 2026 MLS season originally appeared on NBC Sports Philadelphia It’s an important year for soccer in the U.S. With the 2026 World Cup on the horizon, momentum and excitement will be needed to optimize the world’s biggest tournament coming on home soil.
Philadelphia Union sporting director Ernst Tanner continues to be under investigation by Major League Soccer and remains on administrative leave with no resolution expected to come soon, multiple sources told the Guardian last week.
Before MLS kicks off season No. 31, we look back at three decades of champions and rank them all with their place in league history.
Two weeks ago, few could’ve expected that the most notable international acquisition of the MLS offseason would be made by Minnesota United.
ICE's involvement and impact on the 2026 World Cup has been the subject of conjecture and confusion.
New Bristol City defender Noah Eile said there was "no way" he was turning the club down when the offer to sign came two weeks ago. The Swede joined from Major League Soccer side New York Red Bulls on deadline day, signing a three-and-a-half-year deal.
James Rodríguez has heard it all, but for Minnesota United's unlikeliest signing, his sense of duty to Colombia has never waned.
Nevertheless, the inconsistencies hurt him, and he went without a goal over his final 16 contests of the 2025 campaign.
The new name signals the organisation's global ambition, expanding MotoGP’s position as a world leading sports entertainment platform built on world innovation.
Heading into the new campaign, hopes are high at HRC as the factory targets victories with a more competitive 2026 package.
The Gresini rider is out of the season opener as he continues his recovery from injury.
A delve into a few notable topics ahead of MotoGP landing in Thailand for Round 1 of what's set to be another compelling campaign.
Assuming he gets the official go-ahead of being passed fit, the #89 will be back on track soon.
A delve into a few notable topics ahead of MotoGP landing in Thailand for Round 1 of what's set to be another compelling campaign.
New bikes, new faces, new circuits – and one big question hanging over the paddock: can anyone stop Marc Marquez?.
Your ultimate guide to what the 2027 grid may well look like with what's been said and, more importantly, what hasn't...
The Malaysian capital hosted an incredible 2026 Season Launch, full of fans, noise and headline acts – from the riders to the performers.
Time for takeoff: here’s the full rundown of what’s happening as MotoGP lands in Malaysia’s capital.
Jack Ginnivan is hopeful of playing in a practice game next week, but is also enjoying some time in the coaches' box while injured.
Suns recruit Christian Petracca has hit back at critics of his cooking pursuits. We spoke to four other athletes whose struggles highlight why off-field activities are so important.
Justin McInerney is set to sign a long-term deal with the Swans.
The squads for Wednesday's match simulation game have been announced.
One of St Kilda’s greatest stars opens up about the frustration he feels for a key Saint, as Channel Seven revealed one of the club’s biggest supporters and a pop superstar could perform before the Sunday night opening round match.
A long-running saga in country women's football is set to close as a central Victorian team that had been left without a competition will now be allowed to play in 2026.
From welcoming past greats, to sharing personal stories and inspiring the next generation, state pride was at the heart of the WA squad's Origin mission.
The president of the women’s football club that on Tuesday won a long battle to take the field in 2026 said she would go to police after she was sent abusive messages by the former vice-president of a major country league.
Hawthorn's Jack Ginnivan and Nick Watson are excited that Josh Weddle signed a contract extension, with Essendon offering him big money.
Tom Harley says Opening Round is pivotal to the development of the game in NSW and Queensland.
AFL chief operating officer Tom Harley insists the league's polarising Opening Round is here to stay, declaring it crucial to the competition's growth in northern markets.
Whether it be recruits, rookies, or both, every club has fresh talent to inject. Some, such as Carlton and St Kilda, could have a quarter of their line-up for opening round making their club debut.
Hawthorn and star Josh Weddle are reportedly putting the finishing touches on a bumper contract extension, while the AFL has defended its latest Opening Round move.
Geelong and the AFL are set to come under more heat regarding third-party player benefits after a fresh revelation concerning two former stars’ luxury accommodation.
Once upon a time, the biggest clubs dominated footy’s premium timeslots. But times, and viewing habits, are changing, and that will spark a new approach to the AFL fixture.
Sarah Black takes you inside Victoria's camp for the behind-the-scenes moments that made up 2026 AAMI AFL Origin.
The Traders have dissected the major talking points from every position to help you pick your Fantasy team.
After Brad Johnson's wife Donna spent 17 years supporting his footy career, the Bulldogs champ relished the chance to back her big idea.
Carlton star Jacob Weitering has received some good news, with the Blues labelling their injured vice-captain as a "good chance" to feature in opening round.
Liberty star Breanna Stewart will join Fenerbahce ahead of the EuroLeague Women Final Six, which runs April 15-19. The WNBA season is scheduled to begin May 8.
NBA commissioner Adam Silver said he is not prepared to set a deadline for a new agreement to ensure the WNBA season would start on the scheduled May 8 opening night.
After drawing a record turnout in Philadelphia, Unrivaled will play its semifinal games at Barclays Center in Brooklyn.
Director Tyree Dillihay breaks down the film -- plus a guide to every NBA and WNBA player in it.
Awa Fam, Olivia Miles, Lauren Betts and Flau'jae Johnson follow projected No. 1 pick Azzi Fudd.
Athletes Unlimited players underscore the importance of housing and retirement plans but swear they won't sweat a missed paycheck or two.
Candace Parker, Elena Delle Donne, Blake Griffin, A'mare Stoudemire and Doc Rivers are among the finalists for the Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2026 announced Wednesday.
Paige Bueckers, Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese will make their U.S. senior national team competitive debuts at the FIBA Women's World Cup qualifying tournament.
An attorney for WNBA player Rickea Jackson said she is "willing to testify" against Falcons player James Pearce Jr. if the domestic violence charges against him go to trial.
Angel Reese is returning to Unrivaled for the remainder of the season, the 3-on-3 league announced Wednesday.
The final round of NBL26 has arrived, and with the top five places still yet to be determined, there is still plenty of exciting basketball to be played out.
Interest in basketball and the NBL continues to grow in South East Queensland. From two of the most recent NBL Blitz's being played there to now, the Gold Coast hosting the inaugural Ignite Cup Final, the region continues to prove its love for the sport.
He’s become one of the pillars of the Tasmania JackJumpers organisation, and now star big man Will Magnay is keen to extend his stay on the Apple Isle.
Ever since Bryce Hamilton first landed in Tasmania, he’s been a revelation for the JackJumpers. During his first season with the Apple Isle club, the American produced an All-NBL quality season while producing averages of 18.2 points, 4.6 rebounds and 3.3 assists.
While he missed out on making his potential NBA All-Star debut this season due to injury, one of the all-time greats has recently sung the praises of former NBL Next Star Josh Giddey.
The Kendric Davis MVP train continues to gain momentum after yet another incredible performance for the Sydney Kings on Sunday. The American point guard put up 30 points and 10 assists, marking the ninth-straight fixture in which the 26-year-old has scored 20+ points in a game.
The NBL26 MVP race is one of the hottest the competition has ever had, with Adelaide’s Bryce Cotton and Sydney’s Kendric Davis duking it out for the award. Over the past few weeks, the latter has been gaining momentum for the Andrew Gaze Trophy after guiding the Kings to 10-straight wins.
Counting down the Top 10 plays from Round 21 of the NBL26 season, presented by Spalding. Watch the full video below.
A standout group of players has been nominated across multiple categories ahead of next Monday’s Andrew Gaze MVP Awards Night.
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Sarah Black assesses what AFLW Origin teams would look like for Victoria and Western Australia.
The AFLW is moving to implement a salary cap to replace the current player payment structure, in a move that could see an increase in player movement.
Greater Western Sydney vice-captain Katherine Smith has retired.
Tasmania CEO Brendan Gale has indicated when he expects the Devils to enter the AFLW competition.
The AFLW's first pre-season draft is on the horizon, with players needing to meet one key criteria in order to be eligible.
The Power are searching for a new AFLW coach after Lauren Arnell made the decision to step down.
Some clubs back themselves to identify and develop young talent, while others hit trade periods hard. This is how each club has built its list.
From new stars to established ones who have found another gear, we choose the player from each club that turned heads this season.
Western Bulldogs coach Tamara Hyett says her side is ready to return to finals in 2026.
From firefighting to fashion, DJ decks to design labels, see what AFLW players get up to away from the field.
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.
The Australian Professional Leagues has taken control of Central Coast Mariners in an interim capacity after stripping chairman Mike Charlesworth of the club’s licence following the breakdown of his unofficial ownership deal with Damon Hanlin.
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.
Zara Walters felt tired, dizzy and unable to recover from training sessions — then she found out she was low in iron. It's a condition that often goes undiagnosed, especially in female athletes.
A rare brain illness left Milly Brock unable to walk or speak, but eight months later, she was back leading her regional netball club on grand final day.
Brodie Taylor has changed the game of netball by overturning disability preconceptions to become the first person in a wheelchair to attain national netball umpiring accreditation.
Super Netball could have two additional teams by 2027, with Netball Australia calling for expressions of interest to expand the competition.
From regional Queensland to state level, boys' netball is gaining momentum and reshaping the future of the sport.