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Barnwell: Signings and trades who will benefit most from a new team this seasonBarnwell: Signings and trades who will benefit most from a new team this seasonWhich signings and traded players benefited most from moving to a new NFL organization over the past few months? Let's evaluate 15 additions.
Finals-bound TTU 'left a legacy' in ending OU reignFinals-bound TTU 'left a legacy' in ending OU reignOklahoma's run of four straight Women's College World Series titles ended when Lauren Allred's walk-off sacrifice fly gave Texas Tech a 3-2 victory in the semifinals Monday night.
Sources: Yankees closer Weaver out 4-6 weeksSources: Yankees closer Weaver out 4-6 weeksNew York Yankees closer Luke Weaver is expected to miss at least four weeks because of a hamstring injury, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan on Monday.
Trout adds to hot return, hits 454-foot HR in winTrout adds to hot return, hits 454-foot HR in winTrout had three more hits on Monday night, including a 454-foot homer that was the longest at Fenway Park this year, in the Angels' 7-6 victory over the Red Sox.
Young rallies to clinch U.S. Open spot in playoffYoung rallies to clinch U.S. Open spot in playoffCameron Young birdied three of his last four holes Monday to get into a 5-for-1 playoff and then made a 12-foot birdie to earn his spot in the U.S. Open.
Sources: Bruno snubs Saudi offer, to stay at UtdSources: Bruno snubs Saudi offer, to stay at UtdManchester United believe Bruno Fernandes is set to stay at the club this summer despite interest from Al Hilal, sources have told ESPN.
Swiatek to face Sabalenka in French Open semisSwiatek to face Sabalenka in French Open semisWith Iga Swiatek's 26th straight win Tuesday at Roland-Garros, she will face top-ranked Aryna Sabalenka in a French Open semifinal.
Tigers' Carpenter has 'special' 3-HR night in routTigers' Carpenter has 'special' 3-HR night in routDetroit Tigers designated hitter Kerry Carpenter smashed three home runs against the White Sox on Monday night, becoming the first Tiger to accomplish that feat since Victor Martinez in 2016.
Homa lugs own bag, falls short of U.S. Open spotHoma lugs own bag, falls short of U.S. Open spotMax Homa stood out more than usual Monday in a U.S. Open qualifier filled with PGA Tour players. He was the only one carrying his own bag.
📈 WNBA Power Rankings: Who holds top spot?📈 WNBA Power Rankings: Who holds top spot?Las Vegas, Washington and Chicago join Atlanta as risers as the league begins Commissioner's Cup play.
Buehler back to the Dodgers? A star shortstop on the move? Passan’s latest trade intel on all 30 teamsBuehler back to the Dodgers? A star shortstop on the move? Passan’s latest trade intel on all 30 teamsAs MLB trade season starts up, here are the biggest names who could move -- and the teams that could deal for them.
Prospect rankings, next to debut for all 30 MLB teamsProspect rankings, next to debut for all 30 MLB teamsWho is rising and falling in every major league farm system as June begins? Kiley McDaniel digs in.
College football FPI release: Team projections for the 2025 seasonCollege football FPI release: Team projections for the 2025 seasonDoes the SEC remain on top? Will Boise State revisit the CFP? Here's what stands out from ESPN's latest data.
Reacting to the preseason FPI rankings: Who's overvalued, who's undervaluedReacting to the preseason FPI rankings: Who's overvalued, who's undervaluedThe first FPI for the 2025 season is out, and ESPN's college football reporters are here to break it down.
SGA at No. 1, Haliburton at No. 2 ... then who? We ranked the top 20 players in Thunder-PacersSGA at No. 1, Haliburton at No. 2 ... then who? We ranked the top 20 players in Thunder-PacersTwo of the league's deepest teams are meeting in the Finals. Here are the top 20 players in this championship series.
Three potential Cooper Flagg trades the Mavericks might not immediately rejectThree potential Cooper Flagg trades the Mavericks might not immediately rejectWhat if the Mavs traded the draft's top pick? Our NBA insiders offer three enticing offers -- and a verdict.
Conn Smythe Watch: Connor McDavid for MVP of the playoffs -- win or lose?Conn Smythe Watch: Connor McDavid for MVP of the playoffs -- win or lose?Ahead of the Stanley Cup Final, we polled voters on the top candidates left in the race.
Why the Panthers will win the Stanley Cup (again)Why the Panthers will win the Stanley Cup (again)Though Edmonton enters the Cup Final as the favorite, there are five reasons why Florida will repeat.
Trae, KAT, Luka and the NBA's biggest extension decisionsTrae, KAT, Luka and the NBA's biggest extension decisionsWhich stars will sign extensions and which should wait it out? Bobby Marks examines the futures of 16 players.
Is the future of soccer in new, chaotic tournaments fueled by viral moments and celebrities?Is the future of soccer in new, chaotic tournaments fueled by viral moments and celebrities?Alternative soccer tournaments driven by celebrities, viral moments and huge cash prizes are all the rage. Are they the future of the sport, too?
Transfer rumors, news: Inter to offer Højlund an escape from Man UnitedTransfer rumors, news: Inter to offer Højlund an escape from Man UnitedRasmus Højlund looks set to leave Man United, with Inter Milan keen to bring the striker back to Serie A. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.
Regrading last summer's biggest transfers: Which club earned an A? Which got a D?Regrading last summer's biggest transfers: Which club earned an A? Which got a D?As a new transfer window opens, there's no better time to look back.
Betting interest on Fever games dips by half after Caitlin Clark injuryBetting interest on Fever games dips by half after Caitlin Clark injuryCaitlin Clark's quad injury has had a ripple effect on the WNBA, including the betting interest in the Indiana Fever and the sport over the past week.
With Bryce Huff trade, 49ers continue remaking defense in Robert Saleh's imageWith Bryce Huff trade, 49ers continue remaking defense in Robert Saleh's imageIf Saleh can jump-start Huff back closer to his 2023 levels, the Niners will have options to create havoc up front.
Did the 49ers or Eagles win the Bryce Huff deal? We graded the tradeDid the 49ers or Eagles win the Bryce Huff deal? We graded the tradeThe 49ers are taking a chance on Huff, who disappointed in his only season in Philly. Did they give up too much?
There's more to Merab Dvalishvili's game than just takedownsThere's more to Merab Dvalishvili's game than just takedownsThe UFC bantamweight champion will try to take Sean O'Malley to the mat at UFC 316. What he does from there will determine if he keeps the belt.
Boxing divisional rankings: Charlo returns, Plant down four spots at super middleweightBoxing divisional rankings: Charlo returns, Plant down four spots at super middleweightJermell Charlo's victory brings him back to the top 10 at 168 pounds, but where does he land? Here are the latest ESPN divisional rankings.
'I can't go on': The moment a 14-year-old Mike Tyson nearly quit in the ring'I can't go on': The moment a 14-year-old Mike Tyson nearly quit in the ringMark Kriegel's excerpt from "Baddest Man: The Making of Mike Tyson" looks at the fights of a 14-year-old Tyson.
Will anyone fill Nadal's beloved shoes at the French Open?Will anyone fill Nadal's beloved shoes at the French Open?Nadal has left an indelible mark on the French Open -- but Swiatek, Alcaraz and others may be able to carry on the legacy.
Sports betting isn't legal in all 50 states ... or is it?Sports betting isn't legal in all 50 states ... or is it?A dispute between gambling regulators and an upstart company is testing what is a sports bet and what is not.
'As wired at breakfast as he is at game time': What Brad Marchand has brought to the Panthers'As wired at breakfast as he is at game time': What Brad Marchand has brought to the PanthersThe former Bruin is relishing a long playoff run with the Panthers, and "living in the moment."
Florida, Houston rise in our men's NCAA top 25 after NBA draft withdrawal deadlineFlorida, Houston rise in our men's NCAA top 25 after NBA draft withdrawal deadlineDid the Gators or Cougars do enough to earn No. 1? How the latest key offseason date shifted our projections.
Madden NFL 26 cover star Saquon Barkley's ratings throughout his careerMadden NFL 26 cover star Saquon Barkley's ratings throughout his careerSaquon Barkley is a 99 OVR in Madden 26 -- but it was a journey to get there.
Source: Chelsea to send Sancho back to Man UtdSource: Chelsea to send Sancho back to Man UtdJadon Sancho is set to return to Manchester United after Chelsea failed to agree personal terms on a permanent deal, a source has told ESPN.
Sources: England train in tents to mimic U.S. heatSources: England train in tents to mimic U.S. heatEngland have begun training in specially-heated tents to replicate conditions at next summer's World Cup finals, sources have told ESPN.
Messi a factor as RodrĂ­guez weighs club futureMessi a factor as RodrĂ­guez weighs club futureClub AmĂŠrica's Brian RodrĂ­guez admitted that the possibility of featuring alongside Lionel Messi and Luis SuĂĄrez at Inter Miami CF plays a role in his decision-making process as he considers a move away from the Liga MX team.
UK threatens to sue Abramovich over Chelsea saleUK threatens to sue Abramovich over Chelsea saleBritain has threatened to take Russian businessman Roman Abramovich to court over the frozen ÂŁ2.5 billion ($3.4bn) in proceeds from his sale of Chelsea soccer club that he wanted to go to victims of Russia's war in Ukraine.
Sources: Man United step up pursuit of MbeumoSources: Man United step up pursuit of MbeumoManchester United have stepped up their interest in Bryan Mbeumo, sources have told ESPN.
2nd-tier Roots hire ex-U.S. star Feilhaber as coach2nd-tier Roots hire ex-U.S. star Feilhaber as coachFormer U.S. national team midfielder Benny Feilhaber was hired Monday as coach of the Oakland Roots of the United Soccer League's second-tier Championship.
Messi back with Argentina after 7-month layoffMessi back with Argentina after 7-month layoffArgentina captain Lionel Messi has rejoined the national team for training on Monday after a seven-month break ahead of their upcoming Conmebol World Cup qualifying matches.
Source: USWNT's Albert leaving PSG for LyonnesSource: USWNT's Albert leaving PSG for LyonnesUnited States midfielder Korbin Albert has agreed to terms to join eight-time European champions OL Lyonnes on a free transfer, a source with knowledge of the deal confirmed to ESPN.
MLS Power Rankings: Messi, SuĂĄrez help Miami surge up the listMLS Power Rankings: Messi, SuĂĄrez help Miami surge up the listWith nine goals in two games, it's official: Inter Miami are back! Just how far have Messi & Co. jumped up ESPN's MLS Power Rankings?
Has Verstappen's Spanish GP tantrum cost him F1 title shot?Has Verstappen's Spanish GP tantrum cost him F1 title shot?Max Verstappen is already on the back foot in the F1 title fight. His Spain outburst didn't help his cause.
Waiver wire: Add Royals' Caglianone for power potentialWaiver wire: Add Royals' Caglianone for power potentialTristan H. Cockcroft outlines who should be claimed off the waiver wire, including potential slugger Jac Caglianone, and who should be dropped from fantasy rosters.
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