| Agent: Bolts' Harris hurt eye in fireworks incidentAgent: Bolts' Harris hurt eye in fireworks incident | Najee Harris suffered an eye injury in a July 4 fireworks incident, but his agent said the Chargers running back "is fully expected to be ready for the upcoming NFL season." |
| Pelicans, Jones agree to 3-year, $68M extensionPelicans, Jones agree to 3-year, $68M extension | Pelicans forward Herb Jones has agreed to a three-year, $68 million contract extension with the franchise. |
| NCAA says March Madness expansion 'still viable'NCAA says March Madness expansion 'still viable' | The committees for men's and women's Division I basketball met this week to discuss possible expansion of the March Madness tournaments, but made no immediate decisions or recommendations. |
| Williams, Thunder agree to rookie max extensionWilliams, Thunder agree to rookie max extension | Thunder All-NBA star and champion Jalen Williams has agreed to a five-year maximum rookie contract extension that could reach $287 million, his agents told ESPN. |
| Bregman 'in a great place,' to return for Red SoxBregman 'in a great place,' to return for Red Sox | Red Sox third baseman Alex Bregman, who has been sidelined since May 24 with a strained right quad, will "play this weekend," manager Alex Cora said. |
| Lee Elia, manager of Cubs and Phillies, dies at 87Lee Elia, manager of Cubs and Phillies, dies at 87 | Lee Elia, who managed the Cubs and Phillies in a pro baseball career that lasted more than 50 years as a coach and player, died Wednesday at the age of 87. |
| Top-ranked football recruit picks LSU over AggiesTop-ranked football recruit picks LSU over Aggies | Five-star defensive tackle Lamar Brown, ESPN's No. 1 overall recruit in the 2026 class, announced his commitment to LSU. |
| Mets' Peterson gets 1st ASG nod as sub for RayMets' Peterson gets 1st ASG nod as sub for Ray | Mets pitcher David Peterson was added to the National League roster for the All-Star Game on Thursday, replacing Giants left-hander Robbie Ray. |
| 👀 MJ's former Chicago-area estate on Airbnb👀 MJ's former Chicago-area estate on Airbnb | Champions Point requires guests to stay a minimum of seven days and pay a $25,000 security deposit. |
| We graded the offseason: Here's who crushed it and flubbed it, from the Rams (A) to the Saints (D)We graded the offseason: Here's who crushed it and flubbed it, from the Rams (A) to the Saints (D) | We handed out offseason report cards to all 32 NFL teams, factoring in signings, extensions, trades, draft picks, hirings -- you name it. |
| The 30 players you need to pay attention to in summer league, from Atlanta to WashingtonThe 30 players you need to pay attention to in summer league, from Atlanta to Washington | Who are the top names to watch at the NBA summer league in Las Vegas? We have you covered. |
| The perfect trade deadline addition for every MLB contenderThe perfect trade deadline addition for every MLB contender | A star outfielder to the NL West? A powerful slugger dealt to New York? We make moves for every World Series hopeful. |
| College football's top 25 teams have their archvillains, and we have a pick for eachCollege football's top 25 teams have their archvillains, and we have a pick for each | These are the players, coaches, teams and concepts that every squad in our Way-Too-Early Top 25 will be looking out for in 2025. |
| How every five-star college football recruit fits at his new schoolHow every five-star college football recruit fits at his new school | There are 23 five-stars in the Class of 2026. We look at how they got to their teams and what they'll do in college. |
| Amanda Anisimova upsets Aryna Sabalenka for latest win of resurgent careerAmanda Anisimova upsets Aryna Sabalenka for latest win of resurgent career | Even Anisimova was shocked when she pulled off the ultimate upset, defeating No. 1 Sabalenka in the Wimbledon semifinal. |
| From adding talent to losing captains: NHL teams that changed the most this offseasonFrom adding talent to losing captains: NHL teams that changed the most this offseason | From the Sharks to the Stars, here are 12 teams most impacted by offseason moves -- for better and for worse. |
| Who had the NHL's best offseason? Grades for all 32 teamsWho had the NHL's best offseason? Grades for all 32 teams | How well has each GM done so far this summer? The grades are in, from one A+ down to a D. |
| MLB Power Rankings: Where every team stands heading into the All-Star breakMLB Power Rankings: Where every team stands heading into the All-Star break | The Blue Jays and Cubs debut at their highest rankings of 2025, while the Yankees' fall continues. Here's who's hot -- and who's not -- ahead of baseball's midseason break. |
| Two A's and how many F's?! Midseason grades for all 30 MLB teamsTwo A's and how many F's?! Midseason grades for all 30 MLB teams | From the contenders acing 2025 to the first-half failures, we take a look at every club's performance. |
| Who are the NFL's best safeties? Execs, coaches and scouts help rank 2025's top 10Who are the NFL's best safeties? Execs, coaches and scouts help rank 2025's top 10 | Who are the best safeties in the NFL? Execs, coaches and scouts from around the league ranked their top 10 in our annual summer series. |
| Who dropped out of the top 10? Players eyeing a bounce-back at RB, DT and edgeWho dropped out of the top 10? Players eyeing a bounce-back at RB, DT and edge | New players joined the top 10, which means others dropped out. Here's who's trying to get back. |
| Mahomes in Round 11? WRs, RBs prioritized in 8-team mock draftMahomes in Round 11? WRs, RBs prioritized in 8-team mock draft | In this shallower setup, nearly half the teams waited 10 rounds before selecting a quarterback. |
| What the Gold Cup revealed about the USMNT's World Cup hopesWhat the Gold Cup revealed about the USMNT's World Cup hopes | The summer got off to a rocky start for the U.S. men's national team, but by the end of the Gold Cup, Mauricio Pochettino's foundations had taken shape. |
| Is the United States too hot to handle the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup?Is the United States too hot to handle the 2026 FIFA Men's World Cup? | The 2025 Club World Cup has been punctuated by a brutal heat wave in the U.S. that has left players and coaches flustered. The bigger question: What will such weather do for next summer's World Cup? |
| Source: Seattle signs Fishel to record NWSL dealSource: Seattle signs Fishel to record NWSL deal | Seattle Reign FC has signed United States women's national team forward Mia Fishel on a transfer from Chelsea. |
| USWNT great Tobin Heath announces retirementUSWNT great Tobin Heath announces retirement | USWNT great Tobin Heath has announced her retirement from soccer, almost three years after her last appearance. |
| Sources: Liverpool-Preston friendly to go aheadSources: Liverpool-Preston friendly to go ahead | Liverpool's game against Preston North End will take place as planned on Sunday, sources have told ESPN, in what will be the first match since Diogo Jota's death. |
| Source: Smith set for world-record Arsenal transferSource: Smith set for world-record Arsenal transfer | Olivia Smith is set to become the first player in the women's game to command a transfer fee of £1 million as Arsenal seek to secure her signature from Liverpool, a source has told ESPN. |
| AC Milan-Como in Oz? Italy's FA approves requestAC Milan-Como in Oz? Italy's FA approves request | AC Milan's Serie A match vs Como could be Europe's first major league game played abroad after Italy's FA approved plans to stage it in Australia. |
| Atlanta's Lagerwey on leave for cancer treatmentAtlanta's Lagerwey on leave for cancer treatment | Atlanta United president and chief executive officer Garth Lagerwey is undergoing cancer treatment and taking an indefinite leave of absence. |
| Sources: USMNT's Weah in talks with MarseilleSources: USMNT's Weah in talks with Marseille | Marseille are in discussions with Juventus for the transfer of United States forward Timothy Weah, sources have told ESPN. |
| USMNT's Vázquez tears ACL, blow to WC hopesUSMNT's Vázquez tears ACL, blow to WC hopes | Austin forward Brandon Vázquez tore his right ACL, an injury that will hamper his chances of making the United States roster for next year's World Cup. |
| New East tiers: How injuries, offseason movement reshaped the conferenceNew East tiers: How injuries, offseason movement reshaped the conference | From injured superstars to play-in teams making major splashes, Chris Herring runs down every team's outlook for 2025-26. |
| West: Should Minnesota, Houston or any West team scare OKC?West: Should Minnesota, Houston or any West team scare OKC? | Did any West team do enough to challenge the NBA champs? |
| Katie Taylor ready to complete Amanda Serrano trilogy at MSGKatie Taylor ready to complete Amanda Serrano trilogy at MSG | With her junior welterweight title on the line in a legendary rivalry, the champ reflects on a life in boxing. |
| Will casual boxing fans ever love Shakur Stevenson?Will casual boxing fans ever love Shakur Stevenson? | The presumption that Stevenson is not entertaining enough has only grown. |
| Expert picks, best bets: Former heavyweight title contender Derrick Lewis is backExpert picks, best bets: Former heavyweight title contender Derrick Lewis is back | Who has the edge in this week's UFC Fight Night? MMA analysts and former UFC fighters Anthony Smith and Din Thomas make their picks. |
| Springer gives top-10 OF value? Phillies have three top-20 SP? Don't be surprisedSpringer gives top-10 OF value? Phillies have three top-20 SP? Don't be surprised | Eric Karabell looks into the crystal ball to tell fantasy baseball managers what might come to pass in the not-too-distant future. |
| Dodgers to celebrate Kobe Bryant on 8/8 with new bobbleheadDodgers to celebrate Kobe Bryant on 8/8 with new bobblehead | The first 40,000 ticketed fans for the Dodgers' matchup against the Blue Jays on Aug. 8 will receive the bobblehead. |
| Who is Red Bull's new boss, and can he keep Max?Who is Red Bull's new boss, and can he keep Max? | In the wake of Red Bull's bombshell decision to sack Christian Horner this week, it was easy to miss the name of the man replacing him: Laurent Mekies. |
| PLL Power Rankings heading into Week 7: Who's No. 1?PLL Power Rankings heading into Week 7: Who's No. 1? | All eight teams will be in action this weekend in Chicago. |
| 50 days, 50 states: Durant, Reese headline top hoopers from D.C.-area high schools50 days, 50 states: Durant, Reese headline top hoopers from D.C.-area high schools | As part of SportsCenter's "50 States in 50 Days" tour, we're spotlighting the top boys and girls hoopers to come out of D.C., Maryland and Virginia based on career achievements, legacy and lasting impact on the game. |
| Transfer rumors, news: Arsenal submit bid for Chelsea's Noni MaduekeTransfer rumors, news: Arsenal submit bid for Chelsea's Noni Madueke | Arsenal have made an initial offer for Chelsea's Noni Madueke. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors. |
| Is the NWSL's push to expand to 32 teams like the NFL feasible, or all talk?Is the NWSL's push to expand to 32 teams like the NFL feasible, or all talk? | "Crazy," "dangerous" or inevitable? The NWSL's commissioner vows to follow the NFL's path to 32 teams. But questions linger, including from execs inside the league. |
| EA details Madden NFL 26 Franchise Mode updatesEA details Madden NFL 26 Franchise Mode updates | EA Sports wants to return the title's crown jewel to its former glory. |
| A'ja Wilson, Josh Allen among 2025 ESPYS candidates; vote nowA'ja Wilson, Josh Allen among 2025 ESPYS candidates; vote now | Vote today and determine which athletes and teams go home with an ESPY. |
