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Source: Snell lands 2-year, $62M deal with GiantsSource: Snell lands 2-year, $62M deal with Giants
Blake Snell has agreed to a 2-year, $62 million deal with the Giants, a source told ESPN's Jeff Passan, confirming a report by the New York Post. It includes an opt-out after the first season.
Saints sign DE Young to $13M deal, sources saySaints sign DE Young to $13M deal, sources say
Chase Young, who tied a career high with 7.5 sacks with Washington and San Francisco, has signed a one-year, $13M contract with the Saints, sources told ESPN.
49ers penalized in next 2 drafts for payroll error49ers penalized in next 2 drafts for payroll error
The 49ers have forfeited a 2025 draft choice and were penalized four spots for a selection in this year's draft as a result of administrative payroll accounting errors.
Sources: Frustrated players want MLBPA exec outSources: Frustrated players want MLBPA exec out
On Monday's call, a majority of players in an informal vote told MLBPA executive director Tony Clark they wanted to replace deputy executive director Bruce Meyer with Harry Marino, the lawyer who spearheaded the unionization efforts of minor leaguers.
Sources: Lakers' Wood out several more weeksSources: Lakers' Wood out several more weeks
Lakers forward Christian Wood will undergo an arthroscopic procedure on his left knee and is expected to be sidelined for several weeks, sources told ESPN.
Bama gives DeBoer top-5 annual salary at $10.9MBama gives DeBoer top-5 annual salary at $10.9M
New Alabama coach Kalen DeBoer will make an average of $10.875 million per year, ranking him in the top five nationally among the highest-paid coaches in college football.
Ovechkin reaches 20 goals in 19th straight seasonOvechkin reaches 20 goals in 19th straight season
Alex Ovechkin, 38, scored twice, becoming the third player in NHL history to have at least 20 goals in 19 straight seasons, lifting the Washington Capitals past the Calgary Flames 5-2 Monday in a critical game in the Eastern Conference playoff standings.
Sources: Anunoby sidelined after elbow flare-upSources: Anunoby sidelined after elbow flare-up
OG Anunoby is dealing with a post-surgical flare-up in his right elbow and is expected to miss more than just Monday night's game against the Warriors, sources told ESPN.
The 10 best duos in the women's NCAA tournamentThe 10 best duos in the women's NCAA tournament
From the best backcourt tandems to the top inside-out combinations, top duos from UConn, Iowa, LSU and more lead their teams into the NCAA tournament.
Why this might be Dawn Staley's best coaching yet at South CarolinaWhy this might be Dawn Staley's best coaching yet at South Carolina
The Gamecocks are again the No. 1 overall seed and undefeated. But they got here with a new starting five.
Tracking NFL free agency: Updates on every signing, trade, cut and rumorTracking NFL free agency: Updates on every signing, trade, cut and rumor
We're following every NFL signing, trade and cut for 2024 free agency, along with buzz around potential new deals.
Let the fun begin: Make your picks for the women's tournamentLet the fun begin: Make your picks for the women's tournament
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Women's bracket winners (USC, Texas, Ivy League) and losers (Iowa, LSU)Women's bracket winners (USC, Texas, Ivy League) and losers (Iowa, LSU)
Selection Sunday was more kind to some, such as South Carolina, than others (sorry, Caitlin).
How a 64-team college football tournament would play outHow a 64-team college football tournament would play out
Why should basketball have all the fun? We run through an imaginary football bracket down to the Sweet 16.
What the men’s selection committee got wrong according to Joe LunardiWhat the men’s selection committee got wrong according to Joe Lunardi
We need to talk about Florida Atlantic, Virginia and everything else the men's selection committee got right, and wrong, with the 68-team bracket.
The beginner's guide to betting March MadnessThe beginner's guide to betting March Madness
A beginner's guide to betting the men's and women's tournaments, and how it differs from filling out a bracket.
Tournament Challenge guide to team mascots, school colors and famous alumniTournament Challenge guide to team mascots, school colors and famous alumniWe've collected the basic information on all 68 schools so you can develop a rooting interest.
Leaner ... and meaner? Yankees' Giancarlo Stanton looks to climb back from rock-bottomLeaner ... and meaner? Yankees' Giancarlo Stanton looks to climb back from rock-bottom
After an embarrassing 2023, can the slimmed-down slugger recover some of his past greatness?
Man United's crazy FA Cup win, how Barcelona thrashed Atletico and moreMan United's crazy FA Cup win, how Barcelona thrashed Atletico and moreIt's hard to take too much from Man United's wild 4-3 FA Cup quarterfinal win over Liverpool, but we'll try anyway. PLUS: How did Barcelona upset Atletico Madrid at home? Gab Marcotti recaps the weekend.
Ten Hag earns credit for bold decisions in Man United win vs. LiverpoolTen Hag earns credit for bold decisions in Man United win vs. Liverpool
Erik ten Hag proved something, but does this win vs. Liverpool come too late for the coach?
MLS Power Rankings: Suárez boosts Inter Miami, LAFC fall offMLS Power Rankings: Suárez boosts Inter Miami, LAFC fall off
Luis Suárez helps Inter Miami yet again as LAFC disappoint on the weekend as we look at what happened in MLS this weekend in our newly updated Power Rankings.
NWSL Power Rankings: North Carolina Courage put the rest of the league on noticeNWSL Power Rankings: North Carolina Courage put the rest of the league on notice
The NWSL is back, and every week ESPN will be bringing you our NWSL Power Rankings to assess which teams are on fire and who is looking dire.
'All we can do is to try to make this world better': Daria Kasatkina is a force on and off the tennis court'All we can do is to try to make this world better': Daria Kasatkina is a force on and off the tennis court
Daria Kasatkina has always been a fearless tennis player. Now, she's using her influence to criticize Russia's strict anti-LGBTQ+ laws and the invasion of Ukraine.
Creighton guard Baylor Scheierman brings versatility, showmanship to March MadnessCreighton guard Baylor Scheierman brings versatility, showmanship to March Madness
The 6-foot-7 senior grew up in a small Nebraska town, idolizing Pete Maravich. Now an NBA prospect, he leads the Bluejays into the NCAA tournament.
Why the Bears settled on trading Fields to the SteelersWhy the Bears settled on trading Fields to the Steelers
Bears GM Ryan Poles avoided what could have been an awkward situation by trading Fields.
Will golf be reunited? Status report of the potential PGA Tour-Saudi PIF dealWill golf be reunited? Status report of the potential PGA Tour-Saudi PIF deal
Ahead of a meeting between the governor of Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund, Yasir Al-Rumayyan, and player directors of the PGA Tour's policy board, here's a look at where a potential alliance stands.
7 things from women's soccer: Nüsken fills Chelsea's striker void, PSG kick into gear7 things from women's soccer: Nüsken fills Chelsea's striker void, PSG kick into gear
It was another action-packed weekend of women's football across Europe as Chelsea beat Arsenal and PSG geared up for the UWCL.
Transfer Talk: Liverpool, Arsenal edge Man Utd in Malen raceTransfer Talk: Liverpool, Arsenal edge Man Utd in Malen race
Liverpool and Arsenal are ahead of Manchester United in the race for Borussia Dortmund forward Donyell Malen, according to reports. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Bristol tire wear pushes NASCAR: 'It's supposed to be hard'Bristol tire wear pushes NASCAR: 'It's supposed to be hard'
Goodyear's extreme tire degradation at Bristol on Sunday challenged NASCAR's best in a way they haven't been tested in a long, long time.
UFC heavyweight tiers: Sorting through Jones, Aspinall and contendersUFC heavyweight tiers: Sorting through Jones, Aspinall and contenders
The heavyweight division is full of talent but at a standstill. Which fighters actually have the best chance of a future title shot?
Waiver wire pickups: Look to Amen ThompsonWaiver wire pickups: Look to Amen Thompson
The fantasy basketball waiver wire always has players who can help fill holes in your roster. Here are the ones to add before it's too late.
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