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Apr 01, 2026

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

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

Sale dominates A's despite being 'sick as a dog'
Shaking off an illness that hampered his velocity, Chris Sale allowed only one baserunner in six innings to lead the Braves past the Athletics.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

Izzo 'seriously' eyed Suns HC job last summer
Michigan State basketball head coach Tom Izzo said he "talked seriously" with Suns majority owner Mat Ishbia about Phoenix's head coaching job last summer before the team ultimately hired Jordan Ott.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

Judge dismisses Indiana sex abuse lawsuit
A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit Tuesday against Indiana University in which former men's basketball players alleged improper sexual conduct by a former team physician because the players' complaint fell far beyond the two-year statute of limitations.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

Kansas coach Self to return for 2026-27 season
Kansas men's basketball coach Bill Self is set to return for the 2026-27 season, saying in a statement Wednesday that he remains "focused and committed to Kansas" and "competing for a National Championship."

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

U-M's Cadeau treated for possible allergic reaction
Michigan PG Elliot Cadeau is receiving medical attention for a possible allergic reaction and is set to meet the Wolverines in Indianapolis later Wednesday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

Woods can leave U.S. for treatment, judge rules
A Florida judge granted Tiger Woods' request on Wednesday to travel outside the U.S. and enter a comprehensive inpatient treatment facility.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 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
Apr 01, 2026

2026 MLB ABS challenge system tracker: Team, player rankings
The ABS challenge system leaderboard ranks batters, pitchers, catchers, teams and umpires throughout the MLB season.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

College baseball Week 7: Top-25 rankings, best moments and what to watch
Breaking down the latest top-25 college baseball rankings plus our favorite moments from the past week.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

Bears' stadium choice 'late spring, early summer'
Kevin Warren, president and CEO of the Chicago Bears, says the team is targeting "late spring, early summer" for a decision on where the team's new stadium will be built.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

Marlins' Alcantara gets 1st complete game of '26
The Marlins' Sandy Alcantara threw the first complete game of the MLB season -- a 93-pitch shutout in a 10-0 victory against the White Sox.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

Woods may leave U.S. for treatment, judge rules
A Florida judge granted Tiger Woods' request on Wednesday to travel outside the U.S. and enter a comprehensive inpatient treatment facility.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

Ump Bucknor hit in face mask in Rays-Brewers
In the second inning of the Rays-Brewers game Wednesday, a foul tip from Nick Fortes hit plate umpire C.B. Bucknor in the face mask.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

Stewart, Ionescu say they'll re-sign with Liberty
Breanna Stewart and Sabrina Ionescu both announced that they will re-sign with the Liberty.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

Bayern end Man United's UWCL fairy tale, illustrate gap to European elite
Man United's maiden Women's Champions League campaign ended in Munich at the quarterfinal stage. Now they need to prove they're not on-hit wonders.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

MLB starting pitcher rankings: Who are baseball's 11 true aces?
Who is the sport's most dominant pitcher right now? We rank the elite, with the help of MLB scouts and execs.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

Attorneys: Cornhole pro fired gun in self-defense
Dayton Webber, the quadruple amputee cornhole player facing murder charges, intends to argue that he acted in self-defense when he shot a passenger in his vehicle last week, his attorneys indicated Wednesday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

Green returns to UNI, replaces Jacobson as HC
Kyle Green, who has had three stints as an assistant at Northern Iowa, will return to the Panthers as the head men's basketball coach after spending the past five years on Iowa State's staff.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

Ex-Wisconsin TE Pugh dies at 24; cause not given
Jack Pugh, a former tight end on Wisconsin's football team who stepped away from football three years ago citing mental health concerns, has died at 24.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

NFLPA: Player safety requires trained, pro refs
Player safety requires "trained, professional officials on the field," NFLPA executive director JC Tretter said in a statement amid ongoing contract negotiations between the NFL and the NFL Referees Association.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

Sources: Pirates, top prospect Griffin talking deal
The Pirates are deep into contract negotiations with minor league shortstop Konnor Griffin, who is the No. 1 prospect in MLB, sources told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

LeBron James confirms breaking driveway backboard vs. Bronny
LeBron James wasn't letting a younger Bronny James have a shot at a win.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

Why did Browns HC Todd Monken miss the NFL coaches photo? A haircut
The Cleveland Browns' head coach wanted to freshen up before the photo ... but it was taken early.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 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
Apr 01, 2026

Preview and predictions: Which teams will win in the semifinals?
Here's how UConn, UCLA, South Carolina and Texas can win the 2026 NCAA title, and what might derail them.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

??? Solak: 2026 NFL draft prospects All-Film team
NFL scouts are watching a lot of tape as we get ready for the 2026 draft. Which underrated players jump off the screen? Ben Solak fills out his All-Film team.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

Inside the friction between Jalen Hurts and the Eagles
ESPN pulls back the curtain on what's ailing a star-studded Eagles offense, one in which its QB must evolve.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

Ranking every team that has qualified for the World Cup
We have the final 48 teams that can win the FIFA World Cup this summer. Let's go through them all and rank where they stand.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

No bond for amputee cornhole pro in murder case
Dayton Webber, the quadruple amputee cornhole player who is facing murder charges, will continue to be held without bond as his case moves forward, a Maryland judge ruled Wednesday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

What to watch over the final two weeks for all 30 teams
With just a handful of matchups left for each team in the regular season, where do all 30 teams land in this week's Power Rankings?

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

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

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

Italy only have themselves to blame for missing World Cup
We don't need think pieces or inquests into Italy's failure to qualify for a third straight World Cup.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

MMA pound-for-pound rankings: Grasso secures her position in women's top 10
Former UFC flyweight champion breaks a tie in the ESPN P4P rankings with spectacular knockout.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

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
Apr 01, 2026

The new aces? Five pitchers poised for a breakout season
Tristan H. Cockcroft takes a look at five pitchers who are likely to be on many a fantasy championship roster.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

How to bet the Valero Texas Open: Is this the week to back Jordan Spieth?
All of the traits that bettors should be looking for at the Valero Texas Open, and the best bets to make.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

One thing to know about each World Cup team
The FIFA World Cup lineup is complete as all 48 teams are now confirmed.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

Ranking all 48 teams that can win the 2026 World Cup
We have the final 48 teams that can win the FIFA World Cup this summer. Let's go through them all and rank where they stand.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

NBA playoff watch: Wemby, Spurs look to stay hot
San Antonio will try to keep pace with OKC. Plus, updated playoff projections and draft lottery standings.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

NBA Power Rankings: What to watch over the final two weeks for all 30 teams
With just a handful of matchups left for each team in the regular season, where do all 30 teams land in this week's Power Rankings?

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

Draymond Green reflects on his future amid uncertainty in Golden State
As the Warriors face another season lost to injuries, Green confronts an uncertain future.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

Best team fits for 20 draft prospects: We found matches for Mansoor Delane and more
Identifying draft prospects who could get picked in Rounds 1 and 2 and the ideal scheme matches for them.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

Solak's favorite NFL draft prospects to watch at every position: The best tape in the class
NFL scouts are watching a lot of tape as we get ready for the 2026 draft. Which underrated players jump off the screen? Ben Solak fills out his All-Film team.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

MLB starting pitcher rankings: Who are baseball's 11 true aces -- and who just misses the cut?
Who is the sport's most dominant pitcher right now? We rank the elite, with the help of MLB scouts and execs.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

Who is ACTUALLY more valuable: Aaron Judge or Shohei Ohtani? We did the math
They're MLB's unquestioned top two superstars. We break down their value to determine which reigns supreme.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

Women's Final Four preview and predictions: Which teams will win in the semifinals?
Here's how UConn, UCLA, South Carolina and Texas can win the 2026 NCAA title, and what might derail them.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

Ranking the Final Four teams
No. 1 seeds UConn, UCLA, Texas and South Carolina are in the Final Four for the second consecutive year.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

Ranking every starter in the men's Final Four
Arizona, Michigan, UConn and Illinois each have a representative in the top five -- but one semifinalist has two.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

'There's not one path': The unexpected rise of Keaton Wagler at Illinois
The Fighting Illini star has ascended toward the top of a historically talented freshman class.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

Wetzel: Why Big Ten men's hoops dominance might be here to stay
A title wouldn't give the Big Ten men's hoops dominance to go with football, but it would be a big step.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

UFL Power Rankings: Which Week 1 winner tops the list, plus each team's MVP
The first UFL Power Rankings feature familiar teams at the top and include each team's Week 1 MVP.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

NHL playoff watch: How many California teams will make the playoffs?
The Ducks, Sharks and Kings are all in action Wednesday. Plus, full playoff projections and more.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

Chris Pronger on Auston Matthews hit, future of NHL Player Safety
The Hall of Fame defenseman gives his take on the latest hot topics around hockey.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 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
Apr 01, 2026

Out like a lion: Luka ends March with 600 points
Luka Doncic had his third straight 40-point game, lifting his March scoring total to 600 points and adding to a strong month for the Lakers, who finished with a 15-2 record.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

Inside Eagles' 2025 friction as Jalen Hurts stands at crossroads
ESPN pulls back the curtain on what's ailing a star-studded Eagles offense, one in which their QB must evolve.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Liverpool eye Conceição as Salah replacement
Juventus winger Francisco Conceição has emerged as an option to replace Mohamed Salah at Liverpool. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Real Madrid eye Liverpool's Ekitike over Haaland
Liverpool forward Hugo Ekitike has emerged as an attractive option for Real Madrid. Transfer Talk has the latest.

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
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
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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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?

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