| Longtime Colts owner and CEO Irsay dies at 65Longtime Colts owner and CEO Irsay dies at 65 | Jim Irsay, who had led the Colts since 1997 and presided over one of the storied franchise's greatest eras, died Wednesday. |
| Haliburton's heroics key Pacers in Game 1 stunnerHaliburton's heroics key Pacers in Game 1 stunner | Tyrese Haliburton sent Game 1 to overtime with a dramatic buzzer-beater, and the Pacers pulled off their latest playoff comeback in a 138-135 win over the Knicks. |
| Stars use 3rd-period flurry to take G1 from OilersStars use 3rd-period flurry to take G1 from Oilers | The Stars scored three power-play goals in a 5:26 span early in the third period to beat the Oilers 6-3 in their Western Conference final opener on Wednesday night. |
| Thunder's SGA bests Jokic again to win first MVPThunder's SGA bests Jokic again to win first MVP | The Thunder's Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who averaged 32.7 points to win the league's scoring title, has earned his first NBA MVP, finishing ahead of Nikola Jokic. |
| Wolves' Edwards fined for postgame profanityWolves' Edwards fined for postgame profanity | The NBA fined Wolves star Anthony Edwards $50,000 for "using profane language" during a news conference following Minnesota's Game 1 loss to Oklahoma City. |
| Sources: Tempers flare in tense tush push debateSources: Tempers flare in tense tush push debate | Debate over the tush push led to a heated exchange between NFL owners and league executives, sources told ESPN. |
| Sources: Pulisic won't play for U.S. at Gold CupSources: Pulisic won't play for U.S. at Gold Cup | AC Milan and United States attacker Christian Pulisic won't be part of the team that takes part in the Gold Cup, sources confirmed to ESPN. |
| Son ends Spurs drought: 'Let's say I'm a legend'Son ends Spurs drought: 'Let's say I'm a legend' | Captain Son Heung-Min accepted the tag of Spurs legend after lifting the club's first trophy in 17 years following a victory in Wednesday's Europa League final. |
| 📷 NFL world celebrates failed tush push ban📷 NFL world celebrates failed tush push ban | From the Los Angeles Chargers to Lane Johnson, here's how the NFL world reacted to the failed tush push ban. |
| Stop worrying and celebrate the tush push -- all the reasons it deserved to liveStop worrying and celebrate the tush push -- all the reasons it deserved to live | Some believe the play is unstoppable, and now it has proved unkillable -- even for the NFL and its owners. |
| Ange Postecoglou keeps his two-year promise with long-awaited trophy for TottenhamAnge Postecoglou keeps his two-year promise with long-awaited trophy for Tottenham | Tottenham Hotspur ended a 17-year drought by winning the Europa League, as Manchester United go back to square one on a disappointing season. |
| Inside Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's improbable two-decade riseInside Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's improbable two-decade rise | Since he was 6 years old, the Thunder guard has dreamed of becoming the NBA's best player. |
| The secret routines fueling NBA players' grip on the gameThe secret routines fueling NBA players' grip on the game | Whether it's hand cream or powder, the on-court routines of NBA players have become a leaguewide obsession. |
| Manny Pacquiao's boxing success relies on the things he has probably lostManny Pacquiao's boxing success relies on the things he has probably lost | Manny Pacquiao has won titles in eight divisions, but even for him, Father Time could be a tough opponent to beat. |
| Which rookies will make the biggest 2025 impact? Clay projects first-year leaders in 10 statistical areasWhich rookies will make the biggest 2025 impact? Clay projects first-year leaders in 10 statistical areas | We predicted the NFL's top rookies in 10 different stats for the 2025 season. Who will dominate box scores this fall? |
| Updated top 50 MLB prospect rankings: There's a new No. 1 on our midseason listUpdated top 50 MLB prospect rankings: There's a new No. 1 on our midseason list | Starting with a pair of players on the verge of the majors, let's rank baseball's next wave of stars. |
| Panthers win big: Grades for both teams, players to watch for Game 2Panthers win big: Grades for both teams, players to watch for Game 2 | Can the Hurricanes punch back before the series shifts to Florida? Here's what you need to know. |
| Angel City is a splashy, star-studded lifestyle brand. Is it ready to be a good soccer team?Angel City is a splashy, star-studded lifestyle brand. Is it ready to be a good soccer team? | With celebrity owners such as Natalie Portman and cool lifestyle merch drops, Angel City is a preeminent brand in women's soccer. Is being a good soccer team next? |
| Flick signs new Barcelona deal after LaLiga winFlick signs new Barcelona deal after LaLiga win | Barcelona coach Hansi Flick has extended his contract with the club after guiding them to the LaLiga trophy, signing a new deal until 2027. |
| Pep tells Man City: Reduce squad size or I'll quitPep tells Man City: Reduce squad size or I'll quit | Pep Guardiola said he would rather leave Manchester City than have to work with a bloated squad next season. |
| Casemiro hails Man Utd season as one of his bestCasemiro hails Man Utd season as one of his best | Casemiro has called his current campaign with Manchester United, who are also in the Europa League final, "one of the most successful seasons" of his career. |
| Sources: USMNT's Cardoso top target for AtléticoSources: USMNT's Cardoso top target for Atlético | Johnny Cardoso is Atlético Madrid's top target as they look to strengthen the midfield line in the summer transfer window, sources have told ESPN. |
| Source: Barça interested in Liverpool's DíazSource: Barça interested in Liverpool's Díaz | Barcelona are eyeing Luis Diaz to strengthen their attack next season, but they are also assessing other options due to the difficulties in signing him |
| Man City's first Club WC rival part with coachMan City's first Club WC rival part with coach | Four weeks before facing Manchester City in its opening Club World Cup game in Philadelphia, Wydad coach Rhulani Mokwena has left the Moroccan club. |
| Alonso will do 'very well' at Madrid - CarvajalAlonso will do 'very well' at Madrid - Carvajal | Real Madrid defender Dani Carvajal said "only time will tell" if Xabi Alonso can "revert the situation" following the team's disappointing season. |
| Foden on City struggles: 'A lot of things going on'Foden on City struggles: 'A lot of things going on' | Phil Foden has said he has "struggled" for Manchester City this season because of off-field issues and an ankle injury. |
| Olympic-style event in 2026 to feature PED useOlympic-style event in 2026 to feature PED use | A new company hoping to infuse PEDs into Olympic-style sports says it will hold its first formal competition next May. |
| NFL excited about Olympic flag football, but will its stars participate?NFL excited about Olympic flag football, but will its stars participate? | A vote Tuesday paved the way for players such as Patrick Mahomes and Tyreek Hill to play Olympic flag football. |
| Why the NBA's 26 eliminated teams should watch these conference finalsWhy the NBA's 26 eliminated teams should watch these conference finals | As four teams battle for the title, 26 teams are looking to improve -- and watching the conference finals can help. |
| Conference finals horoscopes: Which teams will ascend? Which will go in retrograde?Conference finals horoscopes: Which teams will ascend? Which will go in retrograde? | What does the zodiac have to say about the Knicks, Thunder, Pacers and Wolves? Neil Paine shares his reading. |
| Everything to know about Knicks-Pacers, Thunder-WolvesEverything to know about Knicks-Pacers, Thunder-Wolves | Experts break down each remaining team got here and discuss what they are hearing about each series. |
| No QBs allowed: We name the 25 best non-QB players for 2025No QBs allowed: We name the 25 best non-QB players for 2025 | It's not all about quarterbacks. These players could have a big impact on 2025, even if they don't throw a pass. |
| How FSU rallied around coach Lonni Alameda after her cancer diagnosisHow FSU rallied around coach Lonni Alameda after her cancer diagnosis | Inside FSU softball coach Lonni Alameda's cancer experience and her support from FSU and the softball community. |
| Grading how every men's Big 12 basketball team performed in 2024-25Grading how every men's Big 12 basketball team performed in 2024-25 | From BYU's run to the Sweet 16 to Colorado's 0-13 start to conference play, we evaluate all 16 teams. |
| NBA playoff futures: Knicks favored in East; OKC is Finals favoriteNBA playoff futures: Knicks favored in East; OKC is Finals favorite | With the conference finals underway, here are the updated odds to win the NBA championship and Finals MVP. |
| Stanley Cup playoff odds: Panthers slight East favoritesStanley Cup playoff odds: Panthers slight East favorites | Every playoff team's odds to win the 2025 Stanley Cup and favorites for the Conn Smythe Trophy for playoff MVP. |
| Transfer rumors, news: Simeone wants UEL winner Romero at AtletiTransfer rumors, news: Simeone wants UEL winner Romero at Atleti | Atlético manager Diego Simeone reportedly has "an obsession" with Cristian Romero. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors. |
| Ronaldo at the Club World Cup? Possible pre-June 14 movesRonaldo at the Club World Cup? Possible pre-June 14 moves | ESPN looks at which players might transfer to play in the Club World Cup. |
