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ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

Ovechkin extends record with 20th 30-goal season
Alex Ovechkin scored twice and hit the 30-goal mark for the record-extending 20th time in his NHL career, and the Washington Capitals beat the Philadelphia Flyers 6-4 on Tuesday night.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

Ump Bucknor in spotlight again after missed call
Umpire C.B. Bucknor, who had the poorest results among umpires in MLB's new ABS system last weekend, had another call overturned at first base during Tuesday's Brewers-Rays game.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Should the USMNT be concerned about Pulisic's goal drought?
Roberto Martinez might think it's "worthless" to read into any results ahead of the World Cup, but alarm bells must surely be ringing in the USMNT camp over Christian Pulisic's 14-match goal drought.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Player ratings: Pulisic 3/10 in USMNT's disappointing loss to Portugal
Pulisic struggled to make the most of numerous chances as the U.S. stumbled to another loss.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Portugal outclasses U.S. amid Pulisic goal drought
The United States dropped its second match in a row Tuesday, losing to Portugal in a friendly at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta to conclude its March international window.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Goodell backs Rooney Rule amid litigation threat
NFL commissioner Roger Goodell said he believes the Rooney Rule is "consistent" with hiring laws after recently being threatened by Florida's attorney general with potential civil litigation if the rule was not eliminated.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

What we heard at the 2026 annual league meeting: Last-minute buzz from more than 25 NFL teams
Annual NFL owners meeting wrapped up Tuesday, and 30 of our reporters shared all the buzz from Phoenix.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

With lockout possible, MLBPA war chest at $415M
MLB players have accumulated $415 million in U.S. Treasury securities, cash and other investments as they prepare for the possibility of an extended lockout when the CBA expires on Dec. 1.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Rooney: Rodgers to make decision before draft
Steelers owner and team president Art Rooney II said Tuesday he anticipates a decision from four-time NFL MVP Aaron Rodgers about his future by next month's NFL draft.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Follow live: USMNT takes on Portugal after Belgium loss
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ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

If England are going to win the World Cup, it's because of Harry Kane
England were without their star player as they failed to beat Japan at Wembley.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Türkiye will be USMNT's stiffest test in World Cup group stage
Türkiye could be one of the World Cup's most dangerous outsiders. Are they now Group D favorites over the U.S.? Here's what to know about the team.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Tiger stepping away from golf to seek treatment
Tiger Woods is stepping away from golf "to seek treatment and focus on my health," he said in a statement Tuesday.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

How a surprise call led to 'dream' St. Brown homecoming in Germany
Detroit's international game in Munich next season will fulfill a dream for the Lions WR.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Italy miss out on 3rd straight WC in shootout loss
Italy has missed out on a third-consecutive World Cup after losing to Bosnia and Herzegovina in a penalty shootout on Tuesday in Zenica.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Tiger pleads not guilty to rollover crash charges
Tiger Woods entered a plea of not guilty on Tuesday to charges of misdemeanor DUI with property damage and refusal to submit to a lawful test. The golf legend rolled over his SUV in a crash Friday afternoon.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Hurley: I thought ref was looking to 'chest-bump'
UConn coach Dan Hurley downplayed his bizarre interaction with an official at the end of Sunday's NCAA tournament victory against Duke, saying he thought the referee was looking to "chest-bump me to celebrate."

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Dybantsa, Boozer, Acuff headline men's Wooden finalists and All-America selections
Michigan's Yaxel Lendeborg and Purdue's Braden Smith join the trio of freshmen to make the cut for both.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

UConn's Strong, Fudd headline women's Wooden Award finalists
Four players who will be on the court at the women's Final Four in Phoenix are among the five Wooden Award finalists.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Why new rules have Max Verstappen on the brink of walking away from F1
Max Verstappen predicted F1's new rule set would underwhelm, and 2026 is proving him correct, so much so that he might just quit the sport entirely.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

How has USMNT player pool evolved since 2022, and what does it mean for World Cup?
It's been a weird four-year World Cup cycle for the USMNT, but heading into 2026, how well is this team set up for success this year and in 2030?

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Meet the World Cup debutants: Cape Verde, Curaçao, Jordan, Uzbekistan tell their stories
Experts on each national team to qualify for their first World Cup help us get acquainted with their country.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

2026 World Cup European playoffs recap: Bosnia deny Italy for third straight World Cup
Enjoy all the moments from Tuesday's 2026 World Cup European playoffs as eight teams look to qualify for four spots at this summer's tournament.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Hurley: I thought ref was looking to 'chest bump'
UConn coach Dan Hurley downplayed his bizarre interaction with an official at the end of Sunday's NCAA tournament victory against Duke, saying he thought the referee was looking to "chest bump me to celebrate."

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

NFL owners OK two significant replay changes
NFL owners approved a contingency plan Tuesday to centralize officiating in the event of a work stoppage as negotiations continue on a CBA with the NFL Referees Association.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

OSU's Day likens CFB to dinosaurs: 'Adapt or die'
Ohio State coach Ryan Day drew parallels between the evolving state of college football and when dinosaurs faced their extinction-level event. "Either adapt or you die," he said.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Police: Fight preceded shooting by cornhole pro
An argument over "drugs, guns and a woman" allegedly preceded a quadruple amputee cornhole player's fatal shooting of a passenger in his vehicle last week, according to a court document obtained by ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Türkiye win playoff to set up USMNT clash at WCup
Türkiye beat Kosovo in Tuesday's European playoff final to secure a berth at the 2026 World Cup and a place alongside co-hosts the United States in Group D.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

A wagon ... or a freight train? How the Sabres became the newest Stanley Cup contender
Buffalo isn't just ending a playoff drought; it's smashing the gate open. Here's how the Sabres have done it, and how dangerous they'll be this spring.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

2026 World Cup European playoffs, live updates: Bosnia-Italy going to extra time
Enjoy all the moments from Tuesday's 2026 World Cup European playoffs as eight teams look to qualify for four spots at this summer's tournament.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

World Cup playoffs: Predicting who will claim the final six places
The last six World Cup berths will be decided on Tuesday in six winner-take-all games.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Best team fits for 20 draft prospects: We found matches for Mansoor Delane, Caleb Downs, Denzel Boston
We took 20 NFL draft prospects who could get picked in Rounds 1 and 2 and found ideal scheme matches based on what each player does best.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

'You can tell they believe they belong': The six rookies off to the hottest starts of 2026
From Chase DeLauter to JJ Wetherholt, these young players are making an immediate impact for their teams.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

'That's like Miami Bron': LeBron James confirms breaking driveway backboard vs. Bronny
LeBron James wasn't letting a younger Bronny James have a shot at a win, and he broke a backboard in the process.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Patriots' Drake Maye shaves hair at charity event for Boston Children's Hospital
Maye was a headline guest at the 13th annual "Saving by Shaving" event Tuesday.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

MLB awards: Judge and Ohtani once again favored to win MVP honors
Who are the favorites to win seasonlong honors? Here are the odds for MVP, Cy Young and Rookie of the Year in the AL and NL.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

NFL owners OK replacement ref contingency plan
NFL owners approved a contingency plan Tuesday to centralize officiating in the event of a work stoppage as negotiations continue on a CBA with the NFL Referees Association.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Pats' Vrabel doesn't dismiss Brown trade chatter
As speculation swirls, coach Mike Vrabel didn't rule out the possibility of the Patriots acquiring receiver A.J. Brown in a trade with the Eagles.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Sources: WNBA's Parker, Delle Donne make HOF
Former WNBA MVPs and champions Candace Parker and Elena Delle Donne, along with former NBA star A'mare Stoudemire and current coach Doc Rivers, will be inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame in the Class of 2026.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Glenn: QB Smith will lead Jets to 'promised land'
Jets coach Aaron Glenn declared Tuesday that quarterback Geno Smith is "the guy that's going to lead us to the promised land."

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Players to watch at the 2026 ANWA: Asterisk Talley, Kiara Romero among top contenders
The Augusta National Women's Amateur gets things started this week ahead of the Masters. Who are some players to watch?

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Early Men's Final Four preview: Arizona-Michigan, UConn-Illinois predictions
Who will cut down the nets in Indianapolis? Here's an early look at the national semifinals.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Payton: Flag football won't draw NFL players yet
After experiencing firsthand the nuances of flag football, Denver Broncos coach Sean Payton said Tuesday that he would be "surprised" if there are any NFL players on the United States team in the near future.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Ref not assigned to Final Four after Hurley bump
Roger Ayers, the official involved in a bizarre interaction with Dan Hurley near the end of UConn's NCAA tournament victory over Duke, is not among the referees assigned to officiate the men's Final Four.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Pickups: Harper, Sexton, Hayes among top players to add
Advancing in the fantasy basketball playoffs means finding available players who can help fill holes in your roster. Here are the ones to add for the week ahead.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Week 8 Top 25 and how to watch
Check out our Top 25 poll, plus the player of the week.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Mansoor Delane to the Chiefs? Kenyon Sadiq to the Rams? Perfect team fits for 20 NFL draft prospects
We took 20 NFL draft prospects who could get picked in Rounds 1 and 2 and found ideal scheme matches based on what each player does best.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

First bets for the men's semifinals: Slow start for Michigan and Arizona?
Taking a look at early lines, which bets stand out as potential values ahead of the tournament's round of four?

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

UConn odds-on title favorite, 1-seeds all that remain in women's tournament
Odds for each remaining team to advance and to win the 2026 women's college basketball championship.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

McDonald's All American girls' game: Saniyah Hall vs. Jerzy Robinson, more to watch
From schedules to rosters to the elite one-on-one matchups, here is everything to know about the girls' All-Star game.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Previewing the McDonald's All American boys' game: Stokes vs. Branch, more to watch
From schedules to rosters, to the elite one-on-one matchups, everything to know.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Draft guide: Rankings, tips, strategy, stats and more
All the rankings, projections, cheat sheets, strategy and analysis you need for the fantasy baseball season.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Closer stock watch: Don't run from Carlos Estevez just yet
Everything fantasy baseball managers need to know about which closers should be added, dropped and more.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Six free agency options for LeBron, according to NBA coaches, execs and scouts
Lakers? Cavs? Warriors? A wild card? Before LeBron makes his decision this summer, sources around the league weigh in.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

What's next for Duke, Tennessee after Elite Eight: Recruits, transfer portal, more
With NCAA tournament runs over for key programs, here's how next season is taking shape.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

2026 rankings: Profiling the top 35 QBs
Mike Clay delivers bite-sized but detailed breakdowns of his top 35 quarterbacks for 2026.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Heavyweight madness: Which big fella would win a 16-man tournament?
In a 16-fighter, NCAA tournament-style bracket, which MMA heavyweight would come out on top?

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

MMA divisional rankings: Grasso, Pyfer elevate their standing in knockout performances
Here's a look at every weight class to determine the best of the best in UFC, PFL and beyond.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

World Cup European playoffs, live updates: Italy looking to make their return
Enjoy all the moments from Tuesday's 2026 World Cup European playoffs.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

?? 2026 Pain Index: Where does Duke's loss rank?
Some losses are understandable in the NCAA tournament. Others will haunt us forever (see: Duke). We rank them all.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Cuban: I regret selling Mavs to Adelson, Dumont
Mark Cuban says he regrets selling the Mavericks to the Adelson and Dumont families, adding that he "made a lot of mistakes in the process."

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Sources: M's, Emerson agree to historic contract
Mariners shortstop Colt Emerson, ESPN's No. 6 prospect for 2026 who has yet to play in the majors, has agreed to an 8-year, $95M extension, sources confirmed to ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Tiger said he was looking at phone before crash
Tiger Woods told authorities that he was looking down at his phone and changing the radio station before his rollover crash last week in Florida, according to a probable cause affidavit.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Rioux, Florida's 7-foot-9 center, enters the portal
Olivia Rioux, the Florida Gators' 7-foot-9 center and the tallest player in NCAA in college basketball history, has entered the transfer portal.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Ready to win big -- or be a big-time disappointment? The 5 most polarizing MLB teams
Is your team a threat to win big -- or a disappointment waiting to happen? It depends on who is asked.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Will Casemiro end up playing with Ronaldo or Messi?
Cristiano Ronaldo is trying to tempt Casemiro to join him at Al Nassr, while Real Madrid have Enzo Fernández on their radar. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

18-game regular season? Mixed reaction by NFL owners, coaches
Colts, Chiefs, Browns and Patriots owners among those talking about the feasibility of expanding the schedule.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Process over perfection: How UConn prepared to chase its third title in four years
The pressure of expectation derailed the Huskies' bid for a three-peat. Perspective has them back in contention.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

NHL playoff watch: Hurricanes, Blue Jackets battle to bolster playoff seeds
Both clubs need the two points on the line in Tuesday's matchup. Plus, full playoff projections and more.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

A wagon... or a freight train? How the Sabres became the newest Stanley Cup contender
Buffalo isn't just ending a playoff drought; it's smashing the gate open. Here's how the Sabres have done it, and how dangerous they'll be this spring.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Do CFB starts matter when evaluating QBs in the draft? Ty Simpson is the latest test case
The Alabama product is regarded as the 2026 NFL draft's QB2 despite having far fewer starts (15) than most first-round signal-callers.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Perfect team fits for 20 NFL draft prospects
We took 20 NFL draft prospects and found ideal scheme matches based on what each player does best.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Next for LeBron? NBA insiders on Lakers, Cavs, free agency options
Lakers? Cavs? Warriors? A wild card? Before LeBron makes his decision this summer, sources around the league weigh in.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Playoff watch: Cross-conference matchups take center stage
Playoff teams in the East and West clash. Plus, updated playoff projections and draft lottery standings.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

The most polarizing MLB teams of 2026: Should you believe in Red Sox, Astros?
Is your team a threat to win big -- or a disappointment waiting to happen? It depends who you ask.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

The six rookies off to the hottest starts of 2026
From Chase DeLauter to JJ Wetherholt, these young players are making an immediate impact for their teams.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Top newcomers for Notre Dame and every Big Ten team; what coaches, GMs are saying
Which new faces in the league will make the biggest impact for each school?

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Boxing divisional rankings: Moses Itauma crashes into heavyweight top 5
Moses Itauma disposed of Jermaine Franklin Jr. to move up at heavyweight. Here are the latest ESPN divisional rankings.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

NWSL Power Rankings: What's wrong with Washington Spirit?
The Portland Thorns sit proudly atop ESPN's NWSL Power Rankings, while Washington Spirit continues to flounder.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Men's March Madness Pain Index: Where does Duke's loss rank?
Some losses are understandable in the NCAA tournament. Others will haunt us forever (see: Duke). We rank them all.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Ujiri joins ownership group of Toronto Tempo
Former Raptors president Masai Ujiri has joined the ownership group of the city's new WNBA franchise.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Real Madrid eye Fernandez if Rodri pursuit fails
Enzo Fernández is on Real Madrid's shortlist, plus RB Leipzig could yet tempt Liverpool-linked winger Yan Diomande to stay. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Yanks go 5-for-5 on ABS challenges; Boone irked
The Yankees won all five of their challenges utilizing the automated ball-strike system during Monday night's game against the Mariners.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

SGA on MVP chatter: 'I let my game do the talking'
Calling the discourse around NBA MVP "good chatter," Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander nevertheless declined to weigh in himself, saying, "No, I'm good. Thanks for asking, though. ... I let my game do the talking."

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

The Final Four is set! Breaking down Texas' and South Carolina's wins
After Texas' and South Carolina's wins, the Final Four is set! Here's everything you need to know from Monday.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Women's March Madness 2026: Ranking the Final Four
No. 1 seeds UConn, UCLA, Texas and South Carolina head to the Final Four for the second consecutive year.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

?? Matt Miller's seven-round NFL mock draft
Matt Miller predicted every pick in the 2026 NFL draft, from the Raiders' selection at No. 1 to the Broncos' Mr. Irrelevant slot at the end of Round 7.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

'Nature calls': Edwards misses tipoff in return
Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards missed the start of Monday night's game in his return from a six-game absence because he had to go to the bathroom.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Lakers' Redick stumps for Doncic to be NBA MVP
Coach JJ Redick says that if Luka Doncic and the Lakers close out the regular season as hot as they've been, Doncic should be named the NBA's MVP.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

S. Carolina into sixth straight Final Four over TCU
South Carolina walloped TCU on Monday night to return to the Final Four for the sixth year in a row -- just the second team to do so in NCAA history.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Texas answers Schaefer's callout with Final 4 return
No. 1 seed Texas continued what has been a drama-free NCAA tournament run with a 77-41 victory over 2-seed Michigan on Monday to reach the Final Four for the second year in a row.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Nats' Wiemer ties mark before on-base streak ends
Seven Washington batters had at least two hits, including Joey Wiemer, who tied a major league record for most consecutive plate appearances to reach base to start a season and the Nationals defeated the Philadelphia Phillies 13-2 on Monday night.

ESPN Sports
Mar 31, 2026

Wemby posts 3rd-fastest double-double since '97
Victor Wembanyama had a season-high 41 points and 16 rebounds while collecting the third-fastest double-double since 1997-98 in the Spurs' win Monday.

ESPN Sports
Mar 30, 2026

Texas returns to Final Four with rout of Michigan
No. 1 seed Texas continued what has been a drama-free NCAA tournament run with a 77-41 victory over 2-seed Michigan on Monday to reach the Final Four for the second year in a row.

ESPN Sports
Mar 30, 2026

Leafs, on brink of elimination, fire GM Treliving
Toronto fired general manager Brad Treliving on Monday, with the team set to miss the playoffs for the first time since 2016-17.

ESPN Sports
Mar 30, 2026

'Hard Knocks' to feature Seahawks, then Patriots
The defending Super Bowl champion Seahawks will be featured on this summer's "Hard Knocks," with the Patriots taking center stage in summer 2027.

ESPN Sports
Mar 30, 2026

What's next for Michigan, Duke and Notre Dame after Elite Eight exits?
After Elite Eight losses, what are the portal priorities for Michigan, Duke and Notre Dame?

ESPN Sports
Mar 30, 2026

Women's Elite Eight: Live updates and analysis
From pregame analysis to postgame keys, we've got you covered for all of Monday's Elite Eight action.

ESPN Sports
Mar 30, 2026

Sabalenka excels, Sinner back on track and more takeaways from Indian Wells and Miami Open
The Sunshine Swing is complete -- who are the big winners? Who surprised? We break it all down.

ESPN Sports
Mar 30, 2026

Bulls waive guard Ivey after anti-gay comments
The Chicago Bulls are waiving guard Jaden Ivey after his recent anti-gay comments amid several rants on religion and other topics.

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