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Anderson's shutout has LSU on brink of MCWS titleAnderson's shutout has LSU on brink of MCWS titleKade Anderson pitched a three-hitter as LSU moved within a win of its second national championship in three years with a 1-0 victory over Coastal Carolina.
Jones, 37, retires; White: Aspinall now championJones, 37, retires; White: Aspinall now championJon Jones, 37, widely considered the greatest mixed martial artist of all time, has retired, UFC CEO Dana White announced on Saturday, and the heavyweight later confirmed the decision on social media, saying the decision came "after a lot of reflection."
Devers goes deep vs. Red Sox, downplays homerDevers goes deep vs. Red Sox, downplays homerRafael Devers' first home run as a Giant came against his former teammates in Boston on Saturday, but he said it was "nothing more special than any other home run that I've hit."
Sources: Bucks' Connaughton picks up optionSources: Bucks' Connaughton picks up optionMilwaukee Bucks guard Pat Connaughton has exercised his $9.4 million player option for the 2025-26 season, sources told ESPN's Shams Charania.
Extreme heat ails Reds' De La Cruz, M's ThorntonExtreme heat ails Reds' De La Cruz, M's ThorntonReds shortstop Elly De La Cruz and Mariners reliever Trent Thornton fell ill while playing in temperatures that exceeded 90 degrees.
Fleetwood atop Travelers as 1st tour win in sightFleetwood atop Travelers as 1st tour win in sightTommy Fleetwood never missed a fairway and seized on the good scoring conditions for a 7-under 63 for a three-shot lead going into the final round of the Travelers Championship.
Liberty's Jones out 4-6 weeks with ankle sprainLiberty's Jones out 4-6 weeks with ankle sprainNew York Liberty center Jonquel Jones, 31, the 2021 WNBA MVP and Finals MVP in 2024, will miss four to six weeks with a right ankle sprain, the team announced Saturday. But after further imaging and evaluation, she avoided long-term injury.
Braves place P Sale on IL with fractured rib cageBraves place P Sale on IL with fractured rib cageThe Braves placed reigning NL Cy Young Award winner Chris Sale on the 15-day injured list Saturday because of a fractured left rib cage.
👀 How the Red Sox 'botched' Devers divorce👀 How the Red Sox 'botched' Devers divorceAs Devers prepares to play against his former team, a look inside the clubhouse culture that helped cause the divorce.
What an NBA title would mean for two generations of Pacers legendsWhat an NBA title would mean for two generations of Pacers legendsMetta World Peace, Rik Smits and other Pacers legends reflect on what a title would mean for the city.
What gives MLB's best teams their edge? Every current playoff contender's biggest strengthWhat gives MLB's best teams their edge? Every current playoff contender's biggest strengthFor clubs currently leading the postseason hunt, here's the one thing most driving their success so far.
NBA draft 2025: Final big board for the top 100 prospectsNBA draft 2025: Final big board for the top 100 prospectsWho made big jumps in the top 10? Where do the Duke, Rutgers players rank? Here's our final Top 100 big board. Watch the NBA draft June 25-26 on ABC & ESPN.
Draft trades: Five deals that would shake up the first roundDraft trades: Five deals that would shake up the first roundThere is plenty of time to swing a deal before Wednesday's first round.
5 storylines, 12 players and 1 defining NBA offseason coming up5 storylines, 12 players and 1 defining NBA offseason coming upFrom Giannis' future, to KD's, to all 15 teams in the West competing for the playoffs, here are the biggest stories this offseason. And how they resolve could dramatically impact next season.
Club World Cup first-week takeaways: Uneven attendance, sweltering heatClub World Cup first-week takeaways: Uneven attendance, sweltering heatESPN's writers share their takeaways from the first week of the tournament. Here's what you need to know from Saturday in the Club World Cup.
From crowd-surfing with the Stanley Cup to Dairy Queen: Inside Brad Marchand's post-title tourFrom crowd-surfing with the Stanley Cup to Dairy Queen: Inside Brad Marchand's post-title tourThe Florida Panthers' Stanley Cup win caused for an eventful wave of celebration from the center.
What's wrong with the Aces? Breaking down Las Vegas' slow startWhat's wrong with the Aces? Breaking down Las Vegas' slow startLas Vegas' losing record is the result of multiple factors that began well before this season.
Ranking the Premier League's £100m transfers after WirtzRanking the Premier League's £100m transfers after WirtzThe Premier League has now had five transfers over £100m. How have the previous four turned out?
'He can do anything': Why Liverpool spent big to sign Wirtz'He can do anything': Why Liverpool spent big to sign WirtzLiverpool have broken their transfer record to sign Wirtz from Bayer Leverkusen for an initial £100m.
Jobe Bellingham scores first BVB goal in CWC winJobe Bellingham scores first BVB goal in CWC winBorussia Dortmund held off a spirited comeback from Mamelodi Sundowns to secure a 4-3 victory and move closer to the Club World Cup knockout stages.
Frimpong: Wirtz makes Liverpool move 'extra fun'Frimpong: Wirtz makes Liverpool move 'extra fun'Jeremie Frimpong has told ESPN the arrival of Florian Wirtz, his former Bayer Leverkusen teammate, at Liverpool has made his move "extra fun."
Kane lauds Club World Cup, Boca fans' supportKane lauds Club World Cup, Boca fans' supportHarry Kane said that Bayern's Club World Cup win over Boca was "one of the best" atmospheres of his career, adding that he is "loving this tournament."
Sources: Onana wants Man Utd stay this summerSources: Onana wants Man Utd stay this summerAndré Onana is keen to stay at Manchester United despite interest from Monaco, sources have told ESPN.
Chelsea's Neto: '100%' prefer CWC over vacationChelsea's Neto: '100%' prefer CWC over vacationPedro Neto has admitted Flamengo showed more "desire" than Chelsea in Friday's Club World Cup defeat but insisted he would still rather be playing at the tournament than taking a holiday.
Brazil interested in hosting 2029 Club World CupBrazil interested in hosting 2029 Club World CupBrazil has signalled its intention to host the 2029 Club World Cup, the country's football federation (CBF) has said.
Chelsea's Jackson sorry for red: 'I let you down'Chelsea's Jackson sorry for red: 'I let you down'Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca has said Nicolas Jackson is in a "bad moment" after picking up his second red card in four matches as the Blues lost 3-1 to Flamengo at the Club World Cup.
LAFC out of Club World Cup after late penalty missLAFC out of Club World Cup after late penalty missLAFC was eliminated from the FIFA Club World Cup after Denis Bouanga had a penalty saved deep into stoppage time of a 1-0 loss to Esperance Sportive de Tunis in Nashville on Friday.
Rankings of MLB starters, relievers and their arsenal of pitches over the past three seasonsRankings of MLB starters, relievers and their arsenal of pitches over the past three seasonsA stat rooted in Game Theory reveals who's maximizing their arsenals, and who's leaving outs on the table.
The USMNT is a mess. That's the price of the U.S. becoming a 'soccer country'The USMNT is a mess. That's the price of the U.S. becoming a 'soccer country'The more the U.S. cares about soccer and produces better players, the more dysfunctional the USMNT becomes. That's just how it is.
'The Lakers can finally be run like a real business': Leaguewide reaction to the stunning sale'The Lakers can finally be run like a real business': Leaguewide reaction to the stunning saleThe Lakers have spent decades lagging behind other NBA teams in ways known -- and not. This sale presents a massive opportunity for them to catch up -- and expedite their chase for title No. 18.
Inside Chelsea's transfer plan to become 'America's team' with Ohanian's helpInside Chelsea's transfer plan to become 'America's team' with Ohanian's helpChelsea broke the women's transfer world record for Naomi Girma in January and are targeting more USWNT stars, but how can their transfer strategy push them to UWCL glory?
Who are the best players in the 2026 NFL draft class? We picked the top five at every positionWho are the best players in the 2026 NFL draft class? We picked the top five at every positionMatt Miller and Jordan Reid stack their early top-fives at every position and break down the players they'll be watching during the 2025 season.
Barnwell picks the NFL's top luxuries: The best players at 11 specialized rolesBarnwell picks the NFL's top luxuries: The best players at 11 specialized rolesGadget player, slot cornerback, swing tackle, backup quarterback -- these players are the best at their very specific roles.
Transfer rumors, news: Arsenal, Man City battle for FernandesTransfer rumors, news: Arsenal, Man City battle for FernandesMartim Fernandes has emerged as a key target for Arsenal and Man City, among others. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.
Transfer window weekly: Napoli chase Núñez; Chelsea eye Joâo PedroTransfer window weekly: Napoli chase Núñez; Chelsea eye Joâo PedroWhat are our reporters hearing about deals that could be done? Get the latest every Friday.
At Jackie Robinson's high school, a fire-ravaged city rebuildsAt Jackie Robinson's high school, a fire-ravaged city rebuildsAfter 1 in 4 students lost their homes or were displaced by the Eaton fire, their school held them together.
Rematch review -- a soccer game that's brilliant even if you don't like the sportRematch review -- a soccer game that's brilliant even if you don't like the sportSloclap's soccer simulation pares the beautiful game down to the essentials -- and it's a blast to play.
All returning athletes in Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 revealedAll returning athletes in Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 3 + 4 revealedActivision has shared the roster of skaters who are returning in the remake.
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