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Aces to Dodgers and Cubs? A star closer for Phillies? One trade all 30 teams should make this JulyAces to Dodgers and Cubs? A star closer for Phillies? One trade all 30 teams should make this JulyThe deadline is a month away. Could players such as Eugenio Suarez and Emmanuel Clase finish the season on a different team?
Top 50 trade deadline candidates -- and their best landing spotsTop 50 trade deadline candidates -- and their best landing spotsHere are the big names your team could be targeting.
Sources: Knicks expected to hire Brown as HCSources: Knicks expected to hire Brown as HCThe New York Knicks are expected to hire Mike Brown, a two-time winner of the NBA's Coach of the Year award, as the franchise's next head coach, sources told ESPN on Wednesday.
NBA adjusts Pop's record after missed gamesNBA adjusts Pop's record after missed gamesThe NBA has adjusted all-time wins leader Gregg Popovich's career record as coach of the Spurs, removing the 77 games that he missed last season and crediting those wins and losses to Mitch Johnson.
Braves ace Schwellenbach has fractured elbowBraves ace Schwellenbach has fractured elbowBraves ace Spencer Schwellenbach has a fractured pitching elbow, becoming the latest Atlanta starter sidelined with a long-term injury.
Sources: Exum to return to Mavs on 1-year dealSources: Exum to return to Mavs on 1-year dealFree agent guard Dante Exum, who was limited to 20 games because of a fractured wrist and broken hand, has a one-year deal to return to the Mavericks, sources told ESPN
Woman accuses Bills' Hairston of sexual assaultWoman accuses Bills' Hairston of sexual assaultAn Ohio woman has sued Bills first-round draft pick Maxwell Hairston, accusing him of sexually assaulting her in 2021 when they both attended the University of Kentucky.
Sabalenka tested; Paolini 4th top-5 seed to exitSabalenka tested; Paolini 4th top-5 seed to exitNo. 1 Aryna Sabalenka overcame a tight opening set Wednesday before settling in to defeat Marie Bouzkova 7-6 (4), 6-4 at Wimbledon. Meanwhile, No. 4 Jasmine Paolini became the fourth women's top-five seed to fall in the opening two rounds.
Alabama keeps WR in state as Morgan commitsAlabama keeps WR in state as Morgan commitsAlabama beat Auburn, Colorado, Florida and Georgia to a top in-state target as four-star wide receiver Cederian Morgan (No. 47 in the 2026 ESPN 300) announced his commitment to the Crimson Tide.
Sabalenka urges Zverev to address mental healthSabalenka urges Zverev to address mental healthAryna Sabalenka advised Alexander Zverev to address his mental health before such issues "destroy" him, with the world No. 1 pointing to herself as an example of a player who benefited from speaking with a therapist and her family.
📋 NHL free agency: Grades for all the big signings📋 NHL free agency: Grades for all the big signingsWith free agency underway, we're handing out marks for all of the big deals around the league.
Introducing the 'Bag' Hall of Fame: Eight NFL stars who got PAID, over and over and over againIntroducing the 'Bag' Hall of Fame: Eight NFL stars who got PAID, over and over and over againWhich players have negotiated the most profitable contracts over their careers? Bill Barnwell gives his picks.
NBA coaching carousel: What lies ahead for Brown and every new hireNBA coaching carousel: What lies ahead for Brown and every new hireWe're examining the tasks facing every new coach, including Mike Brown and the Knicks.
Ranking the best available NBA free agents after the initial rushRanking the best available NBA free agents after the initial rushWhich stars are available? Which teams need them? Kevin Pelton reveals his updated top 10, now including a former MVP.
'Reckless': What league insiders are saying about this stunning set of Bucks moves'Reckless': What league insiders are saying about this stunning set of Bucks movesDamian Lillard waived, Myles Turner to Milwaukee. What do the moves mean for the Bucks, Pacers and the NBA?
NHL free agency tracker: A flurry of signings on July 1NHL free agency tracker: A flurry of signings on July 1Our updated list features details on every player signed beginning on June 30.
Under-the-radar players who could emerge for every top 25 teamUnder-the-radar players who could emerge for every top 25 teamThese players could play a bigger role than expected for the 2025 season.
USMNT’s grit, character are shining at Gold Cup, and that will help at 2026 World CupUSMNT’s grit, character are shining at Gold Cup, and that will help at 2026 World CupThis USMNT squad is learning so much about itself -- the biggest thing might be its grace under pressure.
If Americans don't move in this transfer window, is the USMNT doomed?If Americans don't move in this transfer window, is the USMNT doomed?With the World Cup looming, how important is it USMNT players transfer for better opportunities?
Is this the best era yet in women's tennis? Why the depth is truly unprecedentedIs this the best era yet in women's tennis? Why the depth is truly unprecedentedGauff, Sabalenka and Swiatek are quickly becoming stars, but they are far from the only great players.
PGA Tour Power Rankings: Scottie Scheffler and then who comes next?PGA Tour Power Rankings: Scottie Scheffler and then who comes next?No. 1 is obvious, but who comes after Scheffler in our ranking of the 25 best players on the PGA Tour ahead of the final major of the season?
Latest rosters for 90-plus teams: Transfers, recruits, moreLatest rosters for 90-plus teams: Transfers, recruits, morePlayers leaving. Players joining. We're tracking all personnel movement for key teams heading into 2025-26.
How the Fever rallied past the Lynx to win the WNBA Commissioner's CupHow the Fever rallied past the Lynx to win the WNBA Commissioner's CupPlaying without Caitlin Clark, Indiana had its best defensive effort of 2025 to win the Commissioner's Cup.
Added touch: Opportunity knocks for these players in 2025Added touch: Opportunity knocks for these players in 2025Who will benefit most from teams' vacated touches from last season? Eric Moody discusses the players poised to seize the opportunity.
The Mock Draft project: 2025's most wanted fantasy football picksThe Mock Draft project: 2025's most wanted fantasy football picksWe put our experts through the paces of multiple mock drafts to derive the ultimate average draft positions.
Jalen Ramsey and Jonnu Smith for Minkah Fitzpatrick?!? We graded the Steelers-Dolphins blockbusterJalen Ramsey and Jonnu Smith for Minkah Fitzpatrick?!? We graded the Steelers-Dolphins blockbusterDo Ramsey and Smith actually elevate Pittsburgh's roster? Did Miami maximize its return with Fitzpatrick? Let's size up the big trade.
From Bill Walsh to Bill Belichick: What happens when a legendary NFL coach moves on to college football?From Bill Walsh to Bill Belichick: What happens when a legendary NFL coach moves on to college football?Belichick's path to North Carolina retraces a route taken by Walsh going to Stanford.
Is it time to trade away Jacob Misiorowski and Chase Burns?Is it time to trade away Jacob Misiorowski and Chase Burns?Tristan looks at the old wisdom that "once a hot rookie makes five starts, it's time to send him packing" to see if it's still true.
Inside the MLB draft journey for the sons of two former major leaguersInside the MLB draft journey for the sons of two former major leaguersThey share a home state, have ex-MLB outfielders for dads -- and took two very different paths to the top of the draft.
A new kind of mock draft: Our insiders make the picks for all 30 teams -- with trades!A new kind of mock draft: Our insiders make the picks for all 30 teams -- with trades!Blockbuster trades and high-risk picks. ESPN's experts team up for the mock draft you didn't know you needed.
Euro 2025 Daily: Switzerland swelters as tournament beginsEuro 2025 Daily: Switzerland swelters as tournament beginsSwitzerland's temperatures skyrocketed, while Iceland's fans took center stage. Here's what you need to know from Wednesday's Euro 2025 action.
Euro 2025 team-by-team preview, predictions, key players, moreEuro 2025 team-by-team preview, predictions, key players, moreHere is a team-by-team guide on the 16 contenders.
Giroud on LAFC: MLS style of play 'didn't suit me'Giroud on LAFC: MLS style of play 'didn't suit me'Veteran striker Olivier Giroud explained his underwhelming spell at LAFC by saying that the style of play in MLS 'didn't necessarily suit me."
Colwill warns signings: Chelsea 'for winners only'Colwill warns signings: Chelsea 'for winners only'Levi Colwill has warned Chelsea's new signings that the club is "for winners only" as the Blues prepare to face Palmeiras in Friday's Club World Cup quarter-finals.
NWSL to take June break for '26 men's World CupNWSL to take June break for '26 men's World CupThe NWSL announced on Wednesday that it will not play games next June for the start of the 2026 World Cup, which will be predominantly played in the United States.
Courtois: Alexander-Arnold a 'nightmare' for GKsCourtois: Alexander-Arnold a 'nightmare' for GKsReal Madrid goalkeeper Thibaut Courtois is very impressed by Trent Alexander-Arnold's "unbelievable" crossing ability, saying his new teammate is a "nightmare" for goalkeepers.
João Pedro signs for Chelsea in £60m dealJoão Pedro signs for Chelsea in £60m dealChelsea have signed João Pedro from Brighton & Hove Albion, the clubs have announced.
Sources: Valencia offer Arsenal target new dealSources: Valencia offer Arsenal target new dealValencia has offered Cristhian Mosquera a new contract in an attempt to prevent him from leaving for Arsenal, sources have told ESPN.
Sources: Canada's David to sign for JuventusSources: Canada's David to sign for JuventusJuventus have agreed a deal to sign Canada international Jonathan David on a free from Lille, sources have told ESPN.
Spain coach Tomé upbeat about Bonmatí fitnessSpain coach Tomé upbeat about Bonmatí fitnessSpain coach Montse Tomé says she has to rein Aitana Bonmatí in as the midfielder pushes to start Thursday's European Championship opener against Portugal after recovering from viral meningitis.
The Club World Cup means little for teams' 2025-26 prospectsThe Club World Cup means little for teams' 2025-26 prospectsSome of the world's biggest clubs have been knocked out of the Club World Cup, but that's no reason for their fans to panic about 2025-26.
Mbappe's CWC debut was badly needed for Real Madrid, FIFA and the player himselfMbappe's CWC debut was badly needed for Real Madrid, FIFA and the player himselfKylian Mbappe's return for Real Madrid was needed: for him, for his team, and for the Club World Cup itself.
MMA pound-for-pound rankings: After Ilia Topuria's title-winning KO, who's No. 1 now?MMA pound-for-pound rankings: After Ilia Topuria's title-winning KO, who's No. 1 now?Does the new lightweight champion leapfrog Islam Makhachev, who vacated the title, in ESPN's latest rankings?
Midyear divisional grades: Kayla Harrison in an F-rated division?Midyear divisional grades: Kayla Harrison in an F-rated division?From stacked to abysmal, ESPN assesses every UFC division halfway through 2025.
Transfer rumors, news: Juventus make move for SanchoTransfer rumors, news: Juventus make move for SanchoManchester United want £25m from the transfer of Jadon Sancho amid interest in the winger from Juventus. Transfer Talk has the latest news, gossip and rumors.
Which clubs are the best transfer fit for Europe's top strikers?Which clubs are the best transfer fit for Europe's top strikers?It seems to happen every transfer window now, but strikers are dominating the rumor mill once again.
Barcelona unveil 2025-26 home kit for return to Camp NouBarcelona unveil 2025-26 home kit for return to Camp NouLamine Yamal and Barcelona will be wearing the club's classic stripes but with a modern twist when they go home to Camp Nou after two years at Montjuïc.
Premier League 2025-26 kit ranking: Every new jersey released so farPremier League 2025-26 kit ranking: Every new jersey released so farWhy should you have to wait until all of the Premier League kits are out before you see them ranked?
What to know ahead of the British Grand Prix at SilverstoneWhat to know ahead of the British Grand Prix at SilverstoneRound 12 of the 2025 Formula 1 season is at Silverstone, as it hosts the British Grand Prix and celebrates 75 years of the pinnacle of motorsport.
A'ja Wilson, Josh Allen among 2025 ESPYS candidates; vote nowA'ja Wilson, Josh Allen among 2025 ESPYS candidates; vote nowVote today and determine which athletes and teams go home with an ESPY.
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