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Follow live: Elite Eight place at stake as UNC, Alabama meetFollow live: Elite Eight place at stake as UNC, Alabama meet
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Ohtani welcomed, helps Betts, Freeman drive winOhtani welcomed, helps Betts, Freeman drive win
Shohei Ohtani got a warm reception from the crowd, and then joined Mookie Betts and Freddie Freeman in placing his imprint on the Dodgers' home debut.
Heroic debut: Soto's throw saves Yankees in 9thHeroic debut: Soto's throw saves Yankees in 9th
Juan Soto played the hero in his Yankees debut, and did so in a surprising way -- with a game-saving throw to the plate in the ninth inning of a 5-4 win over the Astros.
Penix Jr. flashes sub-4.6 speed at UW pro dayPenix Jr. flashes sub-4.6 speed at UW pro day
Washington's Michael Penix Jr. ran a sub-4.6 second 40-yard dash in front of more than 100 NFL representatives at his pro day Thursday.
Green takes blame for ejection: 'Can't happen'Green takes blame for ejection: 'Can't happen'
The Warriors' Draymond Green said he "deserved to be kicked out" of Wednesday's game against Orlando for yelling at the referee and that "it just can't happen."
USWNT's Albert apologizes after Rapinoe criticismUSWNT's Albert apologizes after Rapinoe criticism
USWNT midfielder Korbin Albert apologized on Thursday for social media activity that appeared to support anti-LGBTQIA+ content, and for purportedly liking an Instagram post about Megan Rapinoe's torn Achilles in her final professional game.
Jets owner slams report on argument with coachJets owner slams report on argument with coach
Jets owner Woody Johnson used social media Thursday to rebut a claim by an NFL Network host that he and coach Robert Saleh engaged in a "very heated conversation" earlier this week.
Irish AD: Independence 'more valuable than ever'Irish AD: Independence 'more valuable than ever'
Notre Dame atheltic director Pete Bevacqua told ESPN on Thursday that his school's independent status in football is "more valuable than ever."
Scherzer encouraged by rehab, eyes earlier returnScherzer encouraged by rehab, eyes earlier return
Rangers right-hander Max Scherzer described himself as being in "early February" in his recovery from offseason back surgery and is hopeful to return "sooner than later."
MLB Opening Day is here! Live updates and takeaways from every gameMLB Opening Day is here! Live updates and takeaways from every game
Baseball is back! Here's your one-stop shop for all of the season-opening action.
Who will win the World Series? Predicting the 2024 seasonWho will win the World Series? Predicting the 2024 season
Can the Dodgers go all the way? Our experts make their predictions for the 2024 baseball season.
From vulnerable to unstoppable: Why Te-Hina Paopao is South Carolina's missing pieceFrom vulnerable to unstoppable: Why Te-Hina Paopao is South Carolina's missing piece
The Gamecocks are again undefeated heading into the Sweet 16, and they're hoping point guard Te-Hina Paopao has taken them from vulnerable to unstoppable.
From Caitlin Clark to JuJu Watkins: The 25 best players in the women's Sweet 16From Caitlin Clark to JuJu Watkins: The 25 best players in the women's Sweet 16
LSU, Notre Dame and South Carolina each have three players, while there are four freshmen and nine new faces.
Will Soto be a one-and-done as a Yankee?Will Soto be a one-and-done as a Yankee?
The 25-year-old superstar took the field for his third team Thursday -- with no guarantee it will be his last.
Ohtani's ex-interpreter said he bet with a bookmaker. Here's what we know about themOhtani's ex-interpreter said he bet with a bookmaker. Here's what we know about them
The betting scandal has offered a glimpse into the secretive underworld of bookies and raises questions about how they operate. Here's what we know.
Gambling scandal underscores Shohei Ohtani's separatenessGambling scandal underscores Shohei Ohtani's separateness
The Japanese superstar debuts in L.A. after accusing his interpreter and friend of stealing millions.
What happens if the Cowboys don't extend Dak Prescott's contract in 2024?What happens if the Cowboys don't extend Dak Prescott's contract in 2024?
Prescott is entering the final year of his Cowboys contract and can become an unrestricted free agent in 2025.
Power Rankings: The playoff picture is getting clearer as we enter the final stretchPower Rankings: The playoff picture is getting clearer as we enter the final stretch
The 2023-24 NBA regular season is close to concluding, and the postseason picture is still up in the air.
Why some top Canadian prospects are choosing college over juniorsWhy some top Canadian prospects are choosing college over juniors
More high-end players, including presumed No. 1 pick Macklin Celebrini, are opting for college life.
From chemo back to the diamond: Michigan softball's Kaylee Rodriguez survived cancer and is now fighting to play againFrom chemo back to the diamond: Michigan softball's Kaylee Rodriguez survived cancer and is now fighting to play again
Michigan softball player Kaylee Rodriguez survived cancer and is now fighting for the chance to play again.
'You're the driver's eyes': The life of a NASCAR spotter'You're the driver's eyes': The life of a NASCAR spotter
Spotters guide drivers through NASCAR's crowded fields, and ESPN helped do just that for Brad Perez at Circuit of the Americas in the Xfinity Series.
Out of the shadows: Even as a champion, Tszyu trying to set his own courseOut of the shadows: Even as a champion, Tszyu trying to set his own course
Kosta Tszyu is a legendary boxer but his son might be the best in the family. And he's on a quest to prove it.
Transfer Talk: Davies won't renew at Bayern amid Madrid interestTransfer Talk: Davies won't renew at Bayern amid Madrid interest
Reportedly unhappy with Bayern's approach to contract negotiations, Alphonso Davies looks likely to move to Madrid. Transfer Talk has the latest.
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