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Chelsea are prepared to allow midfield pair Mason Mount and Mateo Kovacic to depart Stamford Bridge. Transfer Talk has the latest. April 01, 2023 at 05:38AM

Michigan junior Hunter Dickinson, one of eight players in team history with more than 1,500 points and 750 rebounds, has entered the transfer portal. April 01, 2023 at 05:24AM

Golfer Aaron Wise said on social media that he's taking "time away to focus on my mental health" and will not play in next week's Masters tournament. April 01, 2023 at 03:18AM

Odds, upsets, predictions and top picks can be confusing. Our betting analysts give their best advice on how to bet the men's Final Four from Houston. April 01, 2023 at 02:16AM

Grant McCasland, whose led North Texas to the NIT title while again leading the nation in scoring defense, has been hired as coach at Texas Tech. April 01, 2023 at 01:10AM

Iowa guard Caitlin Clark and South Carolina forward Aliyah Boston headline the finalists for the Wooden Award. March 31, 2023 at 06:06AM

The Knicks' Julius Randle will have his ankle injury reevaluated in two weeks, effectively missing the remainder of the regular season. March 31, 2023 at 05:34AM

South Carolina coach Dawn Staley says her team needs no extra motivation ahead of Friday's Final Four showdown against Iowa and AP Player of the Year Caitlin Clark: "The juice is in the winning the national championship." March 31, 2023 at 03:16AM

Which teams are must-see TV? Bill Connelly crunches the numbers to bring you the the best and worst of Europe's Big Five leagues. March 31, 2023 at 01:56AM

Alabama's Brandon Miller, the nation's leading freshman scorer at 18.8 points per game, told ESPN on Thursday that he's entering the 2023 NBA draft. March 31, 2023 at 01:30AM

A lot has happened in sports and society since the last time the Kings reached the postseason. March 30, 2023 at 11:28AM

A deal is in place between the minor league players in the Major League Baseball Players Association and MLB on a historic first collective bargaining agreement for minor leaguers, union officials told ESPN March 30, 2023 at 09:09AM

The Knicks' Julius Randle missed the second half against Miami on Wednesday night because of a sprained left ankle. March 30, 2023 at 08:15AM

Welcome to the next generation! Players from 15 countries and seven leagues are named by Tor-Kristian Karlsen, a former scout and sporting director. March 30, 2023 at 03:39AM

A congressional hearing, amid calls for a federal law to regulate "NIL chaos," discussed the ramifications of athletes being deemed school employees. March 30, 2023 at 03:01AM

Cal has hired former Stanford star and current Utah Valley coach Mark Madsen as its new coach. March 30, 2023 at 01:11AM

A Mason Mount-Thomas Tuchel reunion could be on the horizon if Bayern Munich get their way. Transfer Talk has the latest. March 29, 2023 at 06:07AM

Yankees stars such as Aaron Judge and Gerrit Cole have been impressed by 21-year-old Anthony Volpe's talent and demeanor and believe he's ready for the pressure of being the franchise's youngest starting shortstop since Derek Jeter. March 29, 2023 at 04:44AM

With the U.S. men's national team winning both matches during the international break, we answer the question: Who were their winners and losers? March 29, 2023 at 02:50AM

The NFL voted and approved several rule changes Tuesday, including to allow all players other than offensive and defensive linemen to wear the jersey number zero. March 29, 2023 at 02:21AM

There are four teams in the title race with six games left, but they all look vulnerable. Who will prevail? Here's what you missed in the WSL. March 29, 2023 at 12:47AM

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MLS clubs could all chip in to pay Lionel Messi's wages in an effort to bring the PSG talisman to the league. Transfer Talk has the latest. March 28, 2023 at 05:22AM

International sport -- soccer in particular -- are tools for global politics, which will never change. Russia's soccer crossroads is proof of that. March 28, 2023 at 04:21AM

Jordan Morris scored four goals to propel the Seattle Sounders past Kansas City and to the top of this week's edition of MLS Power Rankings. March 28, 2023 at 03:12AM

The fantasy basketball waiver wire always has players who can help fill holes on your roster. Here are the ones to add before it's too late. March 28, 2023 at 01:04AM

Tampa Bay shortstop Wander Franco's MRI on his right quad yielded "favorable" results, Rays manager Kevin Cash said on Sunday, and the club remains optimistic the star infielder will be able play Opening Day on Thursday against the Detroit Tigers. March 27, 2023 at 05:33AM

Kings forward Blake Lizotte has been suspended one game for his cross-check to the face of Jets defenseman Josh Morrissey. March 27, 2023 at 04:28AM

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In a Euro 2024 qualifying group that contained Italy and Ukraine, England's win over the latter on Sunday put them comfortably in control. March 27, 2023 at 01:36AM

Mavericks superstar Luka Doncic is facing a one-game suspension after being called for his 16th technical foul for arguing a no-call in Sunday's game at Charlotte. March 27, 2023 at 01:28AM

Stars flocked to Twitter to react to the Buckeyes historic defeat of the Huskies. March 26, 2023 at 06:29AM

Will Yoakum scored 31 points as Nova Southeastern became just the sixth D-II men's basketball team to cap an undefeated season with the national title. March 26, 2023 at 05:26AM

The LSU women's basketball team got some new kicks ahead of its Elite Eight appearance courtesy of Vanessa Bryant, the widow of Lakers legend Kobe Bryant. March 26, 2023 at 04:05AM

The NHL-best Bruins posted their 56th victory on Saturday, a 2-1 decision over the Tampa Bay Lightning at TD Garden, securing an Atlantic Division title for Boston with 10 games remaining in the regular season. March 26, 2023 at 02:57AM

The evidence mounts with each passing March as Jim Larranaga and Katie Meier's teams continue to march. March 26, 2023 at 01:37AM

Scottie Scheffler rallied from 3 down after 14 holes, while Rory McIlroy won on No. 18 to reach the quarterfinals of the WGC-Dell Technologies Match Play. March 26, 2023 at 01:01AM

Barcelona are increasingly interested in Ilkay Gundogan as the Manchester City captain looks set for new scenery. Transfer Talk has the latest. March 25, 2023 at 06:58AM

It was back to business on Friday as Shohei Ohtani returned to Angels camp after his MVP performance in the World Baseball Classic. March 25, 2023 at 06:21AM

Villanova Wildcats women's basketball star Maddy Siegrist said after Friday's 70-65 Sweet 16 loss to the No. 9-seeded Miami Hurricanes that she would likely be entering the WNBA draft. March 25, 2023 at 05:21AM

Brady joins a list of athletes that includes LeBron James, Serena Williams, Wayne Gretzky and Marshawn Lynch. March 25, 2023 at 02:57AM

Jerry Green, a Detroit sportswriter who covered 56 consecutive Super Bowls, has died at 94. Green is the only reporter to cover each of the first 56 Super Bowls. March 25, 2023 at 01:51AM

Mavericks superstar Luka Doncic has been fined $35,000 for "directing an inappropriate and unprofessional gesture toward a game official," the NBA announced Friday. March 25, 2023 at 01:26AM

Philadelphia Phillies first baseman Rhys Hoskins suffered a torn ACL in his left knee during Thursday's spring training game against the Detroit Tigers, the team announced. March 24, 2023 at 06:23AM

The NFL warned teams in a memo Thursday that a man who is uncertified by the NFLPA might be contacting teams on behalf of Lamar Jackson and reminded teams they can negotiate only with the quarterback since he isn't represented by a certified agent. March 24, 2023 at 04:56AM

The NCAA suspended Ferris State football coach Tony Annese for a future Division II playoff game after two players lit cigars inside a smoke-free locker room. March 24, 2023 at 04:34AM

Jersey native Jahvon Quinerly is leading one of the top teams (Alabama), and Princeton is in the Sweet 16. March 24, 2023 at 02:48AM

Ezekiel Elliott has narrowed down his options about where to play in 2023 to the Eagles, Jets and Bengals, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter. March 24, 2023 at 02:27AM

Cristiano Ronaldo has become the most capped men's player in international football after making his 197th Portugal appearance on Thursday. March 24, 2023 at 02:27AM

Grizzlies star Ja Morant will come off the bench for the first time in his career Wednesday night against the Rockets as he returns from an eight-game suspension. March 23, 2023 at 05:27AM

Arsenal goalkeeper Matt Turner said Gunners' teammate Folarin Balogun, currently on loan at Reims, would be "a great addition" to the USMNT. March 23, 2023 at 04:28AM

We rank the top 25 boys' high school basketball programs in the country for the 2022-23 season. March 23, 2023 at 03:25AM

Paul George has a sprained right knee and the Los Angeles Clippers All-Star will be reevaluated in two to three weeks. March 23, 2023 at 02:09AM

North Carolina's Armando Bacot, a Wooden Award finalist who averaged 15.9 points and 10.4 rebounds, will return for a fifth season with the Tar Heels. March 23, 2023 at 02:09AM

Pelicans star Zion Williamson, who has been sidelined since January, has been cleared for on-court activity and will be re-evaluated in two weeks. March 23, 2023 at 01:29AM

"The guys come, and something beautiful happens." Grilling and pro sports might seem an unlikely mix, but asado is a tie that unites teams. March 22, 2023 at 04:47AM

Rick Pitino was introduced as the new St. John's coach Tuesday at Madison Square Garden, marking his return to Big East college basketball. March 22, 2023 at 04:28AM

Former undisputed bantamweight champion Naoya Inoue has suffered an injury in training, forcing the postponement of his May 7 title bout against junior featherweight champion Stephen Fulton, sources told ESPN on Tuesday. March 22, 2023 at 01:59AM

Anderson caught America's attention with Fairleigh Dickinson; now he's set to replace RIck Pitino at Iona. March 22, 2023 at 02:03AM

Just 16 teams remain in the women's NCAA tournament. Some top prospects have been eliminated. Where do they land in our updated first round, which includes three Gamecocks? March 22, 2023 at 01:38AM

The Cowboys have agreed to a one-year deal with veteran running back Ronald Jones, a source told ESPN's Todd Archer. March 22, 2023 at 01:39AM

We're live following every notable free agent signing and blockbuster trade, along with the latest buzz around potential new deals. March 21, 2023 at 04:54AM

The Texans agreed to one-year deals with tight end Dalton Schultz and running back Devin Singletary, sources told ESPN on Monday. March 21, 2023 at 04:17AM

St. Francis College announced Monday that its board of trustees has approved a plan to eliminate its athletic program at the end of the spring semester. March 21, 2023 at 04:17AM

Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, Jon Rahm and more of the PGA Tour's top golfers will play in the WGC-Dell Technologies Match Play this week. Here is how you can watch all of the action on ESPN+. March 21, 2023 at 02:51AM

Roger Goodell and NFL owners are expected to finalize a multi-year contract extension for the commissioner at next week's owners meetings in Phoenix, league sources told ESPN. March 21, 2023 at 02:32AM

Barcelona are closing on LaLiga after beating Real Madrid. Plus: Man United profit from Fulham's fury, Dortmund take charge in the Bundesliga and Inter are left furious. March 21, 2023 at 12:39AM

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A stoppage-time game-winner capped off a thrilling El Clasico. March 20, 2023 at 05:28AM

Man United weren't at their best on Sunday but cruised into the FA Cup semifinals thanks to Fulham's trio of red cards in the second half. March 20, 2023 at 04:15AM

With Cuban pros eligible for their home country, the team made the semifinals. But only a few chose to play. March 20, 2023 at 03:17AM

Man United weren't at their best on Sunday but cruised into the FA Cup semifinals thanks to Fulham's trio of red cards in the second half. March 20, 2023 at 01:48AM

Tennessee proved too physical for Duke as the Volunteers completely smothered the Blue Devils' offense in a dominant 65-52 victory in the second round of the NCAA tournament. March 19, 2023 at 06:22AM

Former longtime middleweight champion Anderson Silva will be inducted into the UFC Hall of Fame this summer, the promotion announced on Saturday. March 19, 2023 at 05:30AM

Pep Guardiola said Erling Haaland is creating a "problem" for himself because he has been so good he's expected to score hat tricks in every game. March 19, 2023 at 05:30AM

Xavier coach Sean Miller will face his alma mater, Pitt, in Sunday's second-round NCAA tournament game. March 19, 2023 at 04:08AM

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Antonio Conte criticised Tottenham's players, ownership and winning mentality after they conceded a last-gasp penalty to draw 3-3 at Southampton. March 19, 2023 at 01:40AM

Longtime reliever Sergio Romo has signed a minor league contract with the Giants and will retire March 27 during San Francisco's final spring training game. March 19, 2023 at 01:13AM

Rick Pitino, who has been rumored as a coaching candidate for the vacant job at St. John's, was noncommittal about his future after Iona was eliminated from the NCAA tournament by UConn on Friday. March 18, 2023 at 08:05AM

Olivia Pichardo, a freshman who made the Brown baseball team as a walk-on in the fall, made NCAA history on Friday, becoming what the school said was the first woman to appear in a Division I baseball game. March 18, 2023 at 05:56AM

The Raiders introduced Jimmy Garoppolo on Friday after his official signing and corresponding news conference was delayed a day due to what the QB described as some last-minute contract language. March 18, 2023 at 04:41AM

Alabama forward Brandon Miller was not participating in the live portion of practice Friday as he rehabs a groin injury, with coach Nate Oats saying casting some doubt on his star player's availability for the second round against Maryland. March 18, 2023 at 04:19AM

Robert Lewandowski tells ESPN about staying on top of the game and a late-night talk that changed his career. March 18, 2023 at 02:33AM

Clippers head coach Ty Lue says guard Norman Powel will be out "a little bit longer" as he continues to recover from a left shoulder injury. March 18, 2023 at 01:54AM

The Seattle Seahawks have agreed to a two-year, $12 million deal with former New York Giants safety Julian Love, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter. March 18, 2023 at 01:18AM

No. 15-seed Princeton scored the final nine points and held Arizona scoreless over the final 4 minutes, 21 seconds on Thursday to earn the school's first NCAA tournament win in 25 years. March 17, 2023 at 05:27AM

The No. 13 seed Paladins knocked off the No. 4 seed Cavaliers, ruining many a prediction. March 17, 2023 at 03:50AM

Embiid has caught The Joker. Giannis is lurking. Here's why the NBA's MVP race has tightened in the regular season's final month. March 17, 2023 at 03:35AM

JP Pegues made a 3-pointer with 2.4 seconds remaining, and No. 13 seed Furman completed a rally from a 12-point second-half deficit to hand fourth-seeded Virginia another first-round NCAA tournament loss, 68-67 on Thursday. March 17, 2023 at 02:29AM

United States forward Christian Pulisic told ESPN he believes Gregg Berhalter is "extremely unfortunate" to no longer be head coach. March 17, 2023 at 01:27AM

Carolina plans to sign first-time Pro Bowler Miles Sanders, a source said. March 16, 2023 at 06:28AM

Elliott finishes his Cowboys tenure as their No. 3 all-time leading rusher, but that came at a significant financial cost. March 16, 2023 at 05:07AM

In 2026, the World Cup will consist of 48 teams. How will it work and what will it look like? We break it all down. March 16, 2023 at 03:00AM

The Patriots are expected to sign wide receiver JuJu Smith-Schuster to a three-year, $33 million deal, sources confirmed to ESPN. March 16, 2023 at 02:30AM

Get the latest as Real Madrid host Liverpool and Napoli play Frankfurt in the Champions League for a place in the quarterfinals. March 16, 2023 at 01:29AM

RB Leipzig weren't helped by the officials, but they couldn't do much to stop Erling Haaland from breaking a couple of records on the night. March 15, 2023 at 05:32AM

Get the latest as Man City host RB Leipzig and Porto meet Inter Milan in the Champions League for a place in the quarterfinals. March 15, 2023 at 04:30AM

The Eagles and free agent running back Rashaad Penny have agreed to a one-year deal, a source confirmed to ESPN. March 15, 2023 at 03:16AM

The France star still has a lot to offer Real Madrid, but what does his future look like beyond this season? And how long can he lead their attack? March 15, 2023 at 02:26AM

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers are trading right guard Shaq Mason to the Houston Texans, a source told ESPN on Tuesday. March 15, 2023 at 01:11AM

Duque Hebbert, a 21-year-old right-hander who's listed at 5-foot-9, struck out major league superstars Juan Soto, Julio Rodriguez and Rafael Devers in the ninth inning of Nicaragua's 6-1 loss and earned himself a contract with the Detroit Tigers. March 14, 2023 at 04:51AM

The Steelers agreed to a two-year deal with free agent cornerback Patrick Peterson, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter. March 14, 2023 at 04:01AM

The Falcons are giving former Bengals safety Jessie Bates a four-year, $64.02 million deal, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter on Monday. March 14, 2023 at 03:16AM

Out-of-contract USMNT coach Gregg Berhalter can contend for the open USMNT manager's job, U.S. Soccer said on Monday following an investigation. March 14, 2023 at 02:20AM

Palm Harbor, Florida, is the next stop on the 2023 PGA Tour for the Valspar Championship, which starts on Thursday. Here is how you can watch all of the action. March 14, 2023 at 12:45AM

We have the best of the XFL from Week 4, including the standout players, top plays of the weekend and more. March 13, 2023 at 06:19AM

Raphinha's goal decided another 1-0 win for Barcelona, who have earned a historic number of clean sheets in LaLiga (with some help from VAR). March 13, 2023 at 05:24AM

Longtime Kansas coach Bill Self was discharged from the University of Kansas Health System on Sunday, returned home, and is expected to rejoin the Jayhawks this week in advance of the NCAA tournament. March 13, 2023 at 04:26AM

The Commanders and defensive tackle Daron Payne have reached agreement on a four-year, $90 million deal that includes $60 million guaranteed, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter on Sunday. March 13, 2023 at 02:45AM

The Giants are expected to sign wide receiver Sterling Shepard to a one-year deal, sources told ESPN's Jeremy Fowler on Sunday. March 13, 2023 at 01:58AM

Shohei Ohtani's first home run of the World Baseball Classic helps propel Japan to a 7-1 win over Australia and close out the group stage with a perfect 4-0 record. In other WBC action, Italy advances to quarterfinals on tiebreaker. March 13, 2023 at 01:58AM

The Rams have agreed to trade star cornerback Jalen Ramsey to the Dolphins for a 2023 third-round pick and tight end Hunter Long, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter. March 13, 2023 at 12:52AM

PSG want to sign Manchester City midfielder Bernardo Silva and Barcelona winger Ousmane Dembele. Transfer Talk has the latest. March 12, 2023 at 04:56AM

Houston guard and American Athletic Conference Player of the Year Marcus Sasser left the first half of the Cougars' AAC tournament semifinal game on Saturday with an apparent groin injury. March 12, 2023 at 04:10AM

Kyle Larson won the pole Saturday for the NASCAR Cup Series' United Rentals Work United 500 at Phoenix Raceway on Sunday. March 12, 2023 at 03:32AM

The eight-year, $111 million deal ties top prospect Corbin Carroll to the Diamondbacks through his prime seasons. March 12, 2023 at 02:13AM

Undisputed women's lightweight champion Katie Taylor will step up in weight and challenge Chantelle Cameron for her junior welterweight crown on May 20 in Ireland, a source told ESPN on Saturday. March 12, 2023 at 12:03AM