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NHL Playoff Rank: The top 50 players, led by Auston Matthews at No. 1NHL Playoff Rank: The top 50 players, led by Auston Matthews at No. 1
With Matthews in the top spot, where do Nathan MacKinnon, Connor McDavid and Artemi Panarin rank? What about the top goalies? Here's what our voters think.
NHL OK's Coyotes sale, move to Salt Lake CityNHL OK's Coyotes sale, move to Salt Lake City
The NHL, having lost patience in Arizona's ability to find a long-term home for the Coyotes, has approved the sale of the team and a move to Salt Lake City.
Deion downplays transfer exodus from ColoradoDeion downplays transfer exodus from Colorado
Colorado coach Deion Sanders is downplaying the departure of 14 players from the football team.
NFL: 'Insufficient evidence' to punish WR FlowersNFL: 'Insufficient evidence' to punish WR Flowers
The NFL will not discipline the Ravens' Zay Flowers after he was involved in a domestic violence investigation earlier this year.
Sources: Butler expected to miss several weeksSources: Butler expected to miss several weeks
Heat star Jimmy Butler is expected to be sidelined for several weeks with a right MCL injury suffered against the 76ers, sources told ESPN. Both he and Terry Rozier have been ruled out for Friday's game vs. the Bulls.
Bills' Allen: Diggs trade 'hard' but thankful for WRBills' Allen: Diggs trade 'hard' but thankful for WR
Josh Allen said Thursday that he can't thank Stefon Diggs enough for "for when he came in and how hard he worked and what he taught me along the years."
Leiter roughed up in debut, but Rangers hold onLeiter roughed up in debut, but Rangers hold on
The Rangers overcame a rough debut from Jack Leiter to hold off the Tigers in the finale of their four-game series.
UK's Sheppard goes 'all-in' with NBA draft jumpUK's Sheppard goes 'all-in' with NBA draft jump
Kentucky freshman guard Reed Sheppard will enter the 2024 NBA draft and forgo his remaining college eligibility, telling ESPN he is "all-in" after "an unbelievable year" with the Wildcats.
NFL reinstates five players from gambling bansNFL reinstates five players from gambling bans
The NFL has reinstated five players who were suspended for the 2023 season for violating the NFL's gambling policy.
Barnwell's all-trades mock draft: Stars on the move, a QB shake-up and a new team at No. 1Barnwell's all-trades mock draft: Stars on the move, a QB shake-up and a new team at No. 1
We proposed 32 trades to shake up Round 1, including deals that involve receivers Brandon Aiyuk, Justin Jefferson and Tee Higgins.
Who will win gymnastics championships?Who will win gymnastics championships?
Can anyone topple No.1-ranked Oklahoma? Will Haleigh Bryant win the all-around? Our experts make predictions.
Why the Nuggets are still a matchup nightmare for the LakersWhy the Nuggets are still a matchup nightmare for the LakersThe Lakers beat New Orleans in Tuesday's play-in to earn the No. 7 seed in the West. Their prize? Another date with defending champion Denver.
How new Yankees have brought the 'Dawgs' outHow new Yankees have brought the 'Dawgs' out
Three Bronx newcomers -- Alex Verdugo, Juan Soto and Marcus Stroman -- have the Yankees (and their fans) yapping.
Power Rankings: A tight battle for our top spotPower Rankings: A tight battle for our top spotIn what could be a season-long battle, the NL's top two powerhouses are neck and neck for No. 1 on our list.
Inside Bill Belichick's failed offseason job huntInside Bill Belichick's failed offseason job huntAs the NFL has moved on from this year's firing-and-hiring cycle, two questions remain: Why is Belichick suddenly and seemingly unemployable? And will he coach again?
Meet Fred Zirkle, the 1969 Mr. Irrelevant who passed on the NFL to become a CEOMeet Fred Zirkle, the 1969 Mr. Irrelevant who passed on the NFL to become a CEOZirkle was drafted in 1969 by the New York Jets with the 442nd pick, but he never showed up for training camp.
LaLiga players, coaches on stopping Jude Bellingham: 'You have almost no chance'LaLiga players, coaches on stopping Jude Bellingham: 'You have almost no chance'
What do other players think of him? What are his strengths and weaknesses? Jude Bellingham's rivals lift the lid on Real Madrid's new icon.
How Olivia Moultrie paved the way for NWSL's youth movementHow Olivia Moultrie paved the way for NWSL's youth movement
Olivia Moultrie is only in the NWSL because she sued for her right to play. Now, she's making her case to represent the USWNT at the Olympics.
Leaving Arizona: Everything you need to know about the Coyotes moving to Salt Lake CityLeaving Arizona: Everything you need to know about the Coyotes moving to Salt Lake City
Why Utah? What's the future of the NHL in Arizona? What will the new team be called, and where will it play? Answers to all of that and much more here.
Catfish, knights and rats, oh my! Inside the traditions of NHL playoff teamsCatfish, knights and rats, oh my! Inside the traditions of NHL playoff teams
From knight battles to the catfish toss, all 16 Stanley Cup playoff teams have franchise-defining traditions.
How interpreter Ippei Mizuhara became players' lifelineHow interpreter Ippei Mizuhara became players' lifeline
Americans who played in Japan try to square the kind man they knew with the man accused of stealing millions.
Shohei Ohtani joins long list of scammed athletes and celebritiesShohei Ohtani joins long list of scammed athletes and celebrities
Mizuhara's alleged theft of at least $16M was shocking, but many celebrities have been fleeced in similar ways.
PFL expert picks: Loughnane prop, Gracie among top picks to considerPFL expert picks: Loughnane prop, Gracie among top picks to consider
As the 2024 PFL regular season continues, who has the edge at welterweight and featherweight?
UFL salaries vs. NFL stars' game checks: How fast 10 players make $54,000 on the fieldUFL salaries vs. NFL stars' game checks: How fast 10 players make $54,000 on the field
UFL players make $50K per season, plus a $400 per week housing stipend. How long does it take NFL players to make that salary? We picked 10.
Transfer portal live updates: Who's in, who's outTransfer portal live updates: Who's in, who's out
We're tracking the latest on who intends to transfer to new schools for the 2024 season.
The NBA's new Iron Man: Buddy Hield's 86-game seasonThe NBA's new Iron Man: Buddy Hield's 86-game season
The 76ers sharpshooter is in the playoffs for the first time in his eight-year career. Here's why he needed more games than most to get there.
100 days until Paris Olympics 2024: Dates, athletes and everything to know100 days until Paris Olympics 2024: Dates, athletes and everything to know
The 2024 Paris Olympics will kick off on July 26 -- and until then, we've got 100 things you'll want to know, from the athletes to watch to the milestones that could be reached.
UCL talking points: Are PSG a team now? How will Arsenal, City react in title race?UCL talking points: Are PSG a team now? How will Arsenal, City react in title race?
With the four Champions League semifinalists now set, Gab Marcotti, Mark Ogden and Julien Laurens give their takes on the quarterfinal matches.
Man City's 'double-treble' dream is over, but worst week of season is notMan City's 'double-treble' dream is over, but worst week of season is not
There's still plenty for Man City to play for this season, starting with Saturday's FA Cup semifinal.
Transfer Talk: Man City to battle Barcelona for Olmo's signatureTransfer Talk: Man City to battle Barcelona for Olmo's signature
Manchester City are prepared to fight Barcelona for the services of Dani Olmo. Transfer Talk has the latest.
Paddock Diary: Zhou Guanyu's homecoming, track surface concernsPaddock Diary: Zhou Guanyu's homecoming, track surface concerns
The track surface at the Shanghai International Circuit is an early talking point, while Zhou Guanyu races on home soil for the first time at the top level.
Weekend preview: April 18-21Weekend preview: April 18-21
Our fantasy baseball experts take a quick peek ahead to the upcoming weekend of action to highlight what they're looking forward to watching.
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