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ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Betting odds for the Masters, future golf majors: Scheffler, McIlroy favored
Odds for next four golf majors: The Masters, PGA Championship, U.S. Open and Open Championship.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Cadeau rejoins U-M, 'fine' after allergic reaction
Michigan starting point guard Elliot Cadeau rejoined his teammates for the Final Four and said Thursday his allergic reaction that required hospitalization a day earlier was due to an accidental exposure to nuts.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Phil to miss Masters due to family health matter
Phil Mickelson announced Thursday that he won't play in next week's Masters and will be out for an extended period as his family continues to "navigate a personal health matter."

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Scouts debate the top of the NBA draft class: Peterson or Dybantsa at No. 1?
Fit over talent? Versatility over production? NBA scouts and execs break down the conversations happening at the top of the draft.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Two-time All-Pro, 2019 DPOY Gilmore retiring
Two-time All-Pro cornerback Stephon Gilmore announced his retirement from the NFL.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Phil to miss Masters over personal health matter
Phil Mickelson announced Thursday that he won't play in next week's Masters and will be out for an extended period as his family continues to "navigate a personal health matter."

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Not a multitasker: Lloyd focused on Zona, not UNC
Arizona head coach Tommy Lloyd said he's not a "multitasker" amid rumors tying him to the North Carolina opening as his team prepares to play Michigan in the Final Four on Saturday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Cignetti backs Hoover after turnover dig by Dykes
Indiana coach Curt Cignetti reiterated his support for transfer quarterback Josh Hoover while responding to recent comments from TCU coach Sonny Dykes about Hoover's high turnovers total.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Demary 90% as UConn seeks 'rings, not watches'
Silas Demary Jr., who has been hobbled with a high ankle sprain during the NCAA tournament, is expected to be at 90% for UConn's Final Four matchup vs. Illinois.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Pistons' Cunningham out at least another week
Pistons All-Star guard Cade Cunningham will be out at least another week as he continues to recover from a collapsed lung.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Just foolin': Wizards sorry about $10K shot 'skit'
The Wizards have apologized for an April Fools' "skit" in which a planted fan was seemingly tricked into believing he made a half-court shot for $10,000, saying the entire bit was scripted but that they "missed the mark."

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Michigan's 'Fab Five' part of Final 4 alt-broadcast
Michigan's "Fab Five" -- Chris Webber, Jalen Rose, Juwan Howard, Jimmy King and Ray Jackson -- will reunite as part of an alternate broadcast during Saturday's Final Four.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Files: NCSU trainer's contact 'unwelcome,' 'sexual'
A Title IX investigation found a former NC State trainer's conduct was "unwelcome and of a sexual nature" while treating a male athlete, according to documents obtained by ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Bauer returns to U.S. with minor league Ducks
Former Cy Young winner Trevor Bauer has signed with the Long Island Ducks of the Atlantic League and is scheduled to pitch opening night April 21 for the minor league team.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Konnor Griffin is headed to the majors! What you need to know about Pirates' 19-year-old
Pittsburgh is calling up MLB's No. 1 overall prospect. Here is what makes the shortstop so special.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Tournament picks: How to bet Saturday's national semifinal games
Will the Illini get revenge for the loss to UConn back in November? Is the total too high in the late game?

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Tiger surprised over DUI arrest, bodycam shows
Tiger Woods expressed astonishment as he was handcuffed after crashing his vehicle last week in Florida, according to body camera footage released Thursday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Italy's soccer prez quits after 3rd World Cup miss
Italy's soccer federation president resigned amid political pressure on Thursday, two days after the national team failed to qualify for a third consecutive World Cup.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Raiders add Cousins as possible Mendoza mentor
Kirk Cousins has agreed to a contract with the Raiders, the veteran quarterback's agent announced.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Big 12's Yormark, TT booster bicker over schedule
Big 12 commissioner Brett Yormark and Texas Tech booster Cody Campbell traded barbs this week over a scheduled Friday night game between the Red Raiders and Houston next season.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Arrr you ready? Pirates call up teen phenom Griffin
The Pirates are calling up 19-year-old shortstop Konnor Griffin, the No. 1 prospect in baseball, ahead of Friday's home opener against the Orioles.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

?? Allen, Steinfeld announce birth of first child
The Buffalo Bills quarterback and the "Sinners" actress did not share the date of birth or the name of their daughter.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Ex-Steelers safety Dugger signing with Bengals
Safety Kyle Dugger will remain in the AFC North in 2026, signing a one-year contract with the Bengals, agent Drew Rosenhaus told ESPN's Adam Schefter on Thursday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Docs: NCSU trainer's contact 'unwelcome,' 'sexual'
A Title IX investigation found a former NC State trainer's conduct was "unwelcome and of a sexual nature" while treating a male athlete, according to documents obtained by ESPN.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

MLB Power Rankings: Who are the top teams one week into the season?
With baseball now underway, how much has changed since our preseason rankings? Our Week 1 rankings tell the story.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

'You're looking at a Ferrari': Introducing Konnor Griffin, MLB's next teenage superstar
The No. 1 prospect in baseball has a chance to join exclusive company on Opening Day -- if the Pirates are willing to let him.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Fanatics takes over exclusive NFL card license
A 20-year deal between Fanatics and the NFL has kicked in, consolidating the league's and players' union's trading card licenses under one company.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Iowa State hoops star Crooks entering portal
Iowa State women's basketball star Audi Crooks will be entering the transfer portal for her final year of collegiate eligibility, she announced on social media Thursday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Veteran QB Cousins agrees to deal with Raiders
Kirk Cousins has agreed to a contract with the Raiders, the veteran quarterback's agent announced.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Alvarez a top-10 bat? Ohtani wins Cy Young? Perdomo for real? Don't be surprised
Eric Karabell looks into the crystal ball to tell fantasy baseball managers what might come to pass in the not-too-distant future.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Men's Final Four has a Carolina blue backdrop
As UNC looks for its next coach, the Final Four has taken on a Carolina blue backdrop.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Why Big Ten dominance might be here to stay
A title wouldn't give the conference on par with football, but it would be a big step.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

'Nobody would've believed it if there wasn't a video': Remembering Randy Johnson's bird pitch
In 2001, one of baseball's first viral moments played out on a spring training field. Those who were there relive the "Sea of Feathers" game.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

USMNT big board: Did March losses finalize Pochettino's squad?
The March international window was the last time for players to impress U.S. coach Mauricio Pochettino, so who cemented their place on his team?

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

No seats, no silence: A night inside the Clippers' Wall
Built to disrupt, the Intuit Dome's most intense section affects games in real time by turning fans into participants -- and opponents into targets.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Ranking all 48 teams at the World Cup
With the list of qualifiers complete, let's go through and assess each one.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Kit ranking: Assessing every jersey we'll see this summer
The 2026 World Cup will be the first with 48 teams. That means there'll be 96 kits on show! Here are all the ones released so far, from worst to first.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

NBA playoff watch: MVP showdown in OKC?
Luka and SGA go head-to-head. Plus, updated playoff projections, draft lottery standings after Wednesday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

? MLB Power Rankings: Top teams after week 1
With baseball now underway, how much has changed since our preseason rankings? Our Week 1 rankings tell the story.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Ranking the top 55 WNBA free agents, from MVPs to key rotation players
More than 100 players are WNBA free agents. We break down what factors are at play in the decision-making process.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Women's March Madness: The 15 best players left in the field
Wondering who to watch during this weekend's Final Four? We break down the best on the court.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Your men's Final Four guide: Illinois-UConn, Arizona-Michigan (with predictions!)
We run through every team's keys to advancing to the championship game -- and their potential fatal flaws.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Chasing history, Arizona is staying present in run to Final Four
The Wildcats are back in the national semifinals for the first time in 25 years -- but are focused on the moment.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Who will go No. 1 in June's NBA draft? Where could Boozer land? We asked execs
Fit over talent? Versatility over production? NBA scouts and execs break down the conversations happening at the top of the draft.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Wemby stays hot, doubles down on MVP chase
After putting up 41 points and 18 rebounds in a runaway win, Spurs center Victor Wembanyama reiterated that the MVP award is squarely in his sights.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 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
Apr 02, 2026

These flaws could hold back the draft's top QBs
We saw a lot during the college careers of the draft's top QBs. Each has something that could set them back.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Three-round NFL mock draft: Kiper, Miller, Reid and Yates rotate through the top 100 picks
We asked four draft analysts -- Mel Kiper Jr., Matt Miller, Jordan Reid and Field Yates -- to make picks in the first three rounds. Where do the top prospects land?

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

The latest on Kawhi Leonard, Steve Ballmer and the NBA's investigation into the LA Clippers
What was actually in Leonard's contract? What do league insiders think of it? Here's what we know about the allegations -- and where the investigation stands.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

'I thought it was an exploding baseball': Remembering the Randy Johnson bird pitch, 25 years later
In 2001, one of baseball's first viral moments played out on a spring training field. Those who were there relive the "Sea of Feathers" game.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

How Brandon Bussi's brother, Dylan, continues to inspire his NHL journey
The 27-year-old goalie has had a record-breaking debut season for the Hurricanes, and his brother remains in his mindset.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

NHL playoff watch: Clinching day for the Sabres, Hurricanes, Wild?
Buffalo, Carolina and Minnesota can punch playoff tickets on Thursday. Here's what to watch in a 14-game slate.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

UNC not in men's Final Four but still looms large
As UNC looks for its next coach, the Final Four has taken on a Carolina blue backdrop.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Who are the best 21 women's players aged 21 or under in the world?
Welcome to the next generation of women's stars aged 21 or under, with representatives from the NWSL, WSL and across Europe.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Arsenal, Madrid eye young Leverkusen striker
Arsenal and Real Madrid are keen on Bayer Leverkusen striker Christian Kofane. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Man United eye move for Benfica's Dahl
Manchester United are keen on signing Benfica left back Samuel Dahl. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Wemby stays hot, doubles-down on MVP chase
After putting up 41 points and 18 rebounds in a runaway win, Spurs center Victor Wembanyama reiterated that the MVP award is squarely in his sights.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

WC final tickets hit $10,990 as FIFA reopens sales
The top ticket price for the World Cup final hit $10,990 as FIFA reopened sales on Wednesday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Celtics net 53 in first quarter, 2 off NBA record
The Boston Celtics had a first quarter like none other in their storied history Wednesday night, scoring 53 points in the opening 12 minutes of a 147-129 victory over the Miami Heat.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

?? What's next for LeBron? Six offseason options
Lakers? Cavs? Warriors? A wild card? Before LeBron makes his decision this summer, sources around the league weigh in.

ESPN Sports
Apr 02, 2026

Sources: Rapper J. Cole to play pro hoops in China
Rap megastar J. Cole has signed a contract to play in the Chinese Basketball Association with the Nanjing Monkey Kings, sources told ESPN on Wednesday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

QB Mendoza puts on show at Indiana pro day
Expected No. 1 pick Fernando Mendoza threw roughly 56 passes in front of scouts from all 32 NFL teams and more than 100 members of the media Wednesday.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

NCAA proposes ban on players who stay in draft
The NCAA Division I Cabinet will consider proposed changes to eligibility rules, including one that would bar athletes who have entered and remained in a professional sports draft from competing in college.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

Rams receiver Nacua is in rehab, attorney says
Rams wide receiver Puka Nacua has checked in to rehab, his attorney told The California Post. Last month, a woman in Los Angeles filed a lawsuit against Nacua alleging he made an "unprovoked antisemitic statement" and later bit her on the shoulder.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

Grizzlies' Clarke arrested on drug, traffic charges
Grizzlies forward Brandon Clarke was arrested Wednesday in Arkansas on charges including speeding and possession of a controlled substance.

ESPN Sports
Apr 01, 2026

Cool Arsenal ensure Chelsea's Champions League wait goes on
Sjoeke Nusken's consolation goal for Chelsea proved to be too little, too late in loss to Arsenal in the UWCL.

ESPN Sports
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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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