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ESPN Sports
May 12, 2026

'Ted Lasso' star signs pro contract with USL team
Ted Lasso star Cristo Fernández has become a professional football player after signing for the USL Championship side El Paso Locomotive, the club announced on Tuesday.

ESPN Sports
May 12, 2026

NFLPA: Players want grass fields like World Cup
Citing how FIFA was "rolling out the green carpet" for the World Cup, the NFLPA's JC Tretter said NFL players want the same high-quality surfaces.

ESPN Sports
May 12, 2026

Prosecutors given access to Tiger's drug records
A Florida state judge granted prosecutors' request to subpoena Tiger Woods' prescription drug records during a hearing following his March arrest on suspicion of DUI.

ESPN Sports
May 12, 2026

Winners of tankathon 2026: Inside a wild weekend w...
ESPN was granted behind-the-scenes access to Washington on the day the franchise secured the No. 1 pick of the 2026 NBA draft.

ESPN Sports
May 12, 2026

Max Verstappen at the Nürburgring 24 Hours: Why he...
As four-time world champion Max Verstappen prepares to swap a two-hour F1 race for 24 hours at the Nürburgring, ESPN's Laurence Edmondson answers the key questions.

ESPN Sports
May 12, 2026

How MLB's closer struggles will impact the rest of...
Bullpens are more volatile than ever, and closers with a capital C are few and far between, even for baseball's elite.

ESPN Sports
May 12, 2026

NBA playoff takeaways: Thunder sweep Lakers to imp...
Here's what we've learned -- and what's next for the Cavs-Pistons and the Wolves-Spurs series.

ESPN Sports
May 12, 2026

Fantasy baseball: Simpson slowed by injury and oth...
All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.

ESPN Sports
May 12, 2026

Chimaev 'obsessed' with rematch vs. Strickland
Khamzat Chimaev's team told ESPN that the fighter is "obsessed" with an immediate title rematch against Sean Strickland, adding it's "the only fight he will accept right now."

ESPN Sports
May 12, 2026

Rory amid LIV crisis: 'Glad I was wrong' on deal
Rory McIlroy has admitted he was wrong last year when he urged the PGA Tour to unite with the Saudi-backed PIF.

ESPN Sports
May 12, 2026

Judge upholds charges in Gaudreaus' deaths
Attorneys for the accused driver in the deaths of Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau argued that charges should be dismissed over a discrepancy in blood alcohol level reporting.

ESPN Sports
May 12, 2026

Top PGA Championship storylines: Scottie or Rory, ...
Is Scottie Scheffler or Rory McIlroy the favorite? Can Jordan Spieth complete the career Grand Slam? We break down what to watch at the 2026 PGA Championship.

ESPN Sports
May 12, 2026

'That is my moment': Gina Carano will pioneer in MMA again versus Ronda Rousey
After 17 years away, Gina Carano will usher in a new era of MMA again in her return to the sport.

ESPN Sports
May 12, 2026

World Cup Power Rankings: Who are the front-runners with 30 days to go?
With 30 days until the 2026 World Cup begins, our reporters ranked the top 15 contenders for this summer's top prize as they see it. Did your national team make the cut?

ESPN Sports
May 12, 2026

Lucky socks, a fishhook and pickup hoops: How the ...
ESPN was granted behind-the-scenes access to Washington on the day the franchise secured the No. 1 pick of the 2026 NBA draft.

ESPN Sports
May 12, 2026

Wait, why didn't my NFL team ____? Reasonable answ...
Let's make sense of the Cowboys not extending George Pickens, the Steelers bypassing QB upgrades, the Dolphins not trading De'Von Achane and more.

ESPN Sports
May 12, 2026

Three questions facing Lamar Jackson and the Raven...
Heading into next week's organized team activities, the Ravens have some major questions to address.

ESPN Sports
May 12, 2026

Inside Real Madrid's downward spiral into infighti...
In another season with no major trophy, Real Madrid have had to deal with players fighting and problems at team and boardroom level. How did it come to this?

ESPN Sports
May 12, 2026

MMA divisional rankings: Strickland rises and Chim...
Here's a look at every weight class to determine the best of the best in UFC, PFL and beyond.

ESPN Sports
May 12, 2026

WNBA Power Rankings: Unbeaten Liberty, Valkyries o...
Ripped for a draft day trade and for cutting a fan favorite, the Valkyries' 2-0 start reversed the narrative.

ESPN Sports
May 12, 2026

Rivals Broncos, Chiefs to meet in first MNF game
The defending AFC West champion Broncos and Kansas City Chiefs will square off Sept. 14 in the first "Monday Night Football" game of the coming season.

ESPN Sports
May 12, 2026

How two lefty sluggers are powering the best offen...
Matt Olson and Drake Baldwin headline a lineup that has the Braves running away with the NL East.

ESPN Sports
May 12, 2026

Why so many good teams have closer issues -- and h...
Bullpens are more volatile than ever, and closers with a capital C are few and far between, even for baseball's elite.

ESPN Sports
May 12, 2026

Boxing divisional rankings: Dubois stays put at he...
Daniel Dubois keeps position at heavyweight; David Morrell no longer ranked at 175 pounds. Here are the latest ESPN divisional rankings.

ESPN Sports
May 12, 2026

Mexico unveil a rarity at 2026 World Cup: A third ...
Mexico have added a third kit to their impressively stylish World Cup wardrobe.

ESPN Sports
May 12, 2026

Why Man United should think twice about hiring Mic...
Everyone seems to agree Michael Carrick should be Man United's next permanent manager -- but they aren't looking at what matters.

ESPN Sports
May 12, 2026

Stanley Cup playoffs daily: Sabres want revenge, p...
It's a crucial night on the calendar with an ESPN doubleheader. Plus, highlights from Avs-Wild Game 4.

ESPN Sports
May 12, 2026

How Belmont's Maya Johnson managed lupus to become...
The Bruins ace was turned away by major programs for medical reasons. Now, in the postseason, she's looking to beat them.

ESPN Sports
May 12, 2026

Rich Rodriguez Q&A: The secret sauce at West Virgi...
In his second go-around in Morgantown, Rodriguez notes how much has changed and what has stayed the same.

ESPN Sports
May 12, 2026

The French Connection: Gobert, Wemby put their friendship on hold for the playoffs
The French big men have been friends for a decade and now face off against each other in a 2-2 series.

ESPN Sports
May 12, 2026

'Blast from the past': How Taylor Hall found his M...
The No. 1 pick (2010) and Hart Trophy winner (2018) is a critical player for the Canes, who have yet to lose this postseason.

ESPN Sports
May 12, 2026

LeBron: 'I don't know what the future holds'
LeBron James, whose record-setting 23rd season ended with an unceremonious 115-110 loss to the Thunder in a Game 4 second-round sweep of the Lakers, was noncommittal about whether he will continue playing in L.A. -- or elsewhere.

ESPN Sports
May 12, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Liverpool look to Martinez ...
Liverpool's move to sign Aston Villa goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez is gaining momentum. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
May 12, 2026

Wild's McCarron labels Avs' Manson 'a dirty player...
Avalanche defenseman Josh Manson returned from a five-game absence Monday night in Game 4 and took a double minor penalty for hitting Wild center Michael McCarron with the blunt end of his stick during a scrum midway through the first period.

ESPN Sports
May 12, 2026

OKC escapes late L.A. charge to complete sweep
The Lakers refused to fold while facing elimination, but the Thunder ultimately pulled away to improve to 8-0 this postseason.

ESPN Sports
May 12, 2026

Takeaways from Thunder-Lakers Game 4
Here's what we've learned -- and what's next for the Cavs-Pistons and the Wolves-Spurs series.

ESPN Sports
May 12, 2026

Mitchell's record-tying 2nd half evens East semis
Donovan Mitchell tied an NBA playoff record with 39 points in the second half and the Cavaliers evened their second-round series against the Pistons with a 112-103 victory Monday night.

ESPN Sports
May 12, 2026

Avalanche bounce back to beat Wild, go up 3-1
The high-scoring Avs snapped back from a mid-series lull and beat the Wild in Game 4 on Monday night to take control of the second-round series.

ESPN Sports
May 12, 2026

Bickerstaff calls FT disparity in loss 'unacceptab...
Pistons coach J.B. Bickerstaff called the gulf in attempted free throws between his team and the Cavaliers in Monday's Game 4 loss "unacceptable."

ESPN Sports
May 12, 2026

Follow live: LeBron, Lakers hanging with Thunder i...
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ESPN Sports
May 12, 2026

Celebrities at the NBA playoffs: Leonardo DiCaprio...
Celebrities have been out in style courtside at the NBA playoffs.

ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

Follow live: Thunder look to close out Lakers in L...
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ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

Takeaways: Mitchell's 43-point night powers Cavs t...
Here's what we've learned -- and what's next for each series.

ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

Dabo pushes back on narrative after '1 bad year'
In his first comments since the NFL draft, Clemson coach Dabo Swinney said Monday from ACC spring meetings, "It's pretty well documented we grossly underachieved last year. That isn't a news flash."

ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

AD: Despite snub, Irish on good terms with ACC
Notre Dame AD Pete Bevacqua said his school's relationship is "very good and healthy" with the ACC despite the Irish's ill feelings immediately after their playoff snub in favor of Miami.

ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

Sources: Struggling Mets call up prospect Ewing
The Mets are calling up their No. 2 prospect, outfielder A.J. Ewing, in hopes of sparking a struggling offense.

ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

PWHL postpones G5 of series for illness concern
The fifth and deciding game of the PWHL's first-round playoff series between Minnesota and Montreal scheduled for Monday night has been postponed.

ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

Kiffin: LSU's 'diversity' recruiting edge vs. Rebe...
LSU coach Lane Kiffin implied the lack of diversity at Ole Miss hurt his ability to recruit players, saying parents have told him Baton Rouge feels more reflective of the "real world."

ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

Bills to open new stadium in Week 2 vs. Lions
The Bills will play their first regular-season game at their new home, the new Highmark Stadium, in Week 2 against the Lions, it was announced Monday.

ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

Follow live: Pistons, Cavaliers in a close battle ...
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ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

Spieth: 'Whack-a-mole' start offers hope at PGA
After a season when each part of his game has excelled at different times, Jordan Spieth is hoping he can put it all together for this week's PGA Championship and complete the career Grand Slam.

ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

2026 NFL schedule: Everything we're hearing ahead ...
Seahawks will open a season that features nine international games. Come back for bold predictions.

ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

Lineup advice: Four players to add after opening w...
Andre Snellings recaps a busy opening weekend with surprises, standouts and four players to add to your lineup this week.

ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

USMNT's Cardoso needs surgery, WC in jeopardy
Atlético Madrid announced Monday that United States midfielder Johnny Cardoso will undergo surgery to repair damage to his right ankle.

ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

Everybody wants to complain about the Thunder: 'I ...
The Lakers are the latest team to cry foul over the way Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Thunder are officiated.

ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

NBA Futures: Knicks odds-on favorites in East, mov...
The New York Knicks' odds are on the move following the dominant sweep of Philadelphia.

ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

Stanley Cup odds: Montreal moves to 950 after Gam...
The Canadiens' Stanley Cup odds have shortened after a Game 3 win over the Sabres.

ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

NWSL: San Diego takes top spot, Washington's strea...
Our new No. 1 in the ESPN's NWSL Power Rankings is the San Diego Wave, though the Washington Spirit's hot streak continues.

ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

MLS: NYCFC soar after Wolf's stellar hat trick
NYCFC were among the biggest risers in this week's edition of ESPN's MLS Power Rankings.

ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

Sources: Bucks seeking trade offers for Giannis
The Bucks are open for business on trade calls and offers for Giannis Antetokounmpo, sources told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

6-time gold medalist Lochte joins Missouri St. sta...
Six-time Olympic gold medalist Ryan Lochte has joined the staff at Missouri State as an assistant coach for the men's and women's swimming programs.

ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

Bills boost pass-rush depth with ex-Chief Danna
The Bills added a familiar former opponent to the roster, signing outside linebacker Mike Danna to a one-year deal Monday.

ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

Sources: Wemby avoids suspension, will play G5
Spurs star Victor Wembanyama will not face any further discipline for elbowing Minnesota's Naz Reid and will play in Game 5 against the Timberwolves in San Antonio, sources told ESPN.

ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

Vikes surprise Peterson with ring of honor news
Adrian Peterson will enter the Minnesota Vikings' ring of honor this fall, the team announced Monday.

ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

NYCFC soar after Wolf's stellar hat trick
NYCFC were among the biggest risers in this week's edition of ESPN's MLS Power Rankings.

ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

Why a familiar summer awaits Joel Embiid and the 7...
After a historic comeback gave way to a second-round sweep, the 76ers face another offseason of questions.

ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

Free agent pickups: Waldschmidt and Snelling get t...
The top players you should consider claiming off the fantasy baseball waiver wire this week.

ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

Week 13 in college baseball: Top 25, best moments ...
What do the latest top 25 rankings look like?

ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

Softball: NCAA tournament scores, schedule, watch
Everything you need to know about the softball postseason is here.

ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

Hat trick: Alex Morgan pregnant with third baby, e...
Former USWNT star Alex Morgan announced on Mother's Day that she and her partner, Servando Carrasco, are expecting their third child together.

ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

Early NFL awards favorites, long shots: Which rook...
There's still a long way to go until the 2026 season kicks off, but it's never too early to see who's a front-runner.

ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

UFC 328 fight grades: Khamzat Chimaev vs. Sean Str...
There were seven finishes on the UFC 328 card, but only one of them earned an A grade.

ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

Mizzou's Hardy shot at concert, in stable conditio...
Missouri running back Ahmad Hardy, a first-team All-SEC selection last season, was shot at a concert in Mississippi early Sunday and is in stable condition following surgery.

ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

? MLB free agency: Skubal status, top hitter, more...
We polled those around the industry about the most intriguing topics surrounding this upcoming offseason.

ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

The non-Round 1 impact rookies: Yates lists 20 sle...
We picked out Day 2 and Day 3 NFL draft picks who could contribute right away, including R Mason Thomas and Antonio Williams.

ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

Windhorst: Everything I saw inside the NBA's myste...
Before one of the most anticipated drafts in recent memory, here's everything that transpired as the ping-pong balls were selected.

ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

CFB buzz: Army-Navy's future, last JMU Hoosier, la...
What we heard around college football after the completion of spring practice.

ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

10 things we learned from the WNBA's opening weeke...
Even with a short roster, New York is a front-runner, Phoenix has no shortage of talent, and the Dream are even better.

ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

Harbaugh-led Giants to host Cowboys in Week 1
The Giants will host the Cowboys on Sept. 13 in the first "Sunday Night Football" game of the 2026 season.

ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

Skubal's injury impact, lockout effects and more: ...
We polled those around the industry about the most intriguing topics surrounding this upcoming offseason.

ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

PGA Championship tiers: Ranking favorites, contend...
Can Scottie Scheffler repeat? Will Rory McIlroy make it two straight majors? We break down the PGA Championship field from the favorites to the players just looking to make the cut.

ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

Latest news and analysis, how to watch and more fr...
The PGA Championship heads to Aronimink Golf Club outside of Philadelphia. Here's all the coverage.

ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

WWE Backlash takeaways: Breakker's breakout, Reign...
WWE Backlash was defined by rising young stars and the intensifying feud between Roman Reigns and Jacob Fatu.

ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

How Barcelona won LaLiga title, and how they can g...
It will be hard to top sealing the LaLiga title in El Clásico against rivals Real Madrid, but 2025-26 is a season that has left Barcelona wanting more.

ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

Copy of Barcelona cap off LaLiga title with historic Clási...
Barcelona are LaLiga champions after their win on a night full of contrasts between them and Real Madrid.

ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

Fans, managers can hate on VAR, but David Raya in...
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta is the embodiment of how football wants VAR to work both ways. But Sunday's decision was right, and isn't that what we all want?

ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

How the Oklahoma City Thunder became the NBA's new...
The Lakers are the latest team to cry foul over the way Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Thunder are officiated.

ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

The uncomfortable lesson for the Lakers down 3-0 t...
For years, the Lakers' strategy has been to get and keep stars. OKC is showing how old that strategy truly is.

ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

Stanley Cup playoffs daily: Can the Wild even up t...
It's a crucial Game 4 for Colorado and Minnesota. Plus, highlights from Sunday and updated stat leaders.

ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

Sources: Chargers, TE Njoku agree to 1-yr. deal
After nine years with the Cleveland Browns, TE David Njoku, 29, has agreed to terms with the Los Angeles Chargers on a one-year deal worth up to $8 million dollars, sources told NFL Network's Ian Rapoport.

ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

Transfer rumors, news: Liverpool eye Akliouche as ...
Liverpool are showing interest in AS Monaco forward Maghnes Akliouche. Transfer Talk has the latest.

ESPN Sports
May 11, 2026

Thompson: Emotions got best of Sabres in loss
Sabres star Tage Thompson said his team was "too emotional" in its 6-2 loss to the Canadiens in Game 3 on Sunday night, and Montreal's raucous home crowd at Bell Centre played a big role in that.

ESPN Sports
May 10, 2026

Takeaways: Wolves tie series with Game 4 win
Here's what we've learned -- and what's next for each series.

ESPN Sports
May 10, 2026

SEC has 6 of top 8 seeds in NCAA softball bracket
The SEC received six of the top eight seeds in the NCAA Division I softball championship when the 64-team field was revealed Sunday.

ESPN Sports
May 10, 2026

Edwards rallies Wolves to even series with Spurs
Anthony Edwards rallied the Timberwolves with 16 of his 36 points in the fourth to help even the series with a Spurs team missing Victor Wembanyama.

ESPN Sports
May 10, 2026

Embiid feels 'confident' about knee going forward
Joel Embiid, who was limited to just 38 games this season, said he is as "confident as I've ever been" with his health and isn't thinking about his injured knee anymore.

ESPN Sports
May 10, 2026

Knicks take care of business, then jab Philly fans...
Droves of Knicks fans took over Xfinity Mobile Arena yet again Sunday, watching their team sweep its way into the NBA's final four with a resounding, record-setting 144-114 win over the 76ers on Sunday.

ESPN Sports
May 10, 2026

?? LaOne: LaMelo, partner welcome first child
The couple also revealed they will be launching I Am Fertility, a nonprofit "dedicated to supporting women navigating fertility and IVF journeys."

ESPN Sports
May 10, 2026

'Tough day:' Flick mourns dad as Barça win LaLiga
Barcelona coach Hansi Flick said it had been a "tough day" after guiding his team to the LaLiga title against Real Madrid just hours after learning of the death of his father.

ESPN Sports
May 10, 2026

Wemby ejected in career first after elbowing Reid
Victor Wembanyama experienced his first career ejection Sunday in Game 4 of the Western Conference semifinals, when officials whistled the Spurs star for a flagrant foul 2 after he elbowed Timberwolves forward Naz Reid in the jaw.

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