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WNBA preseason Power Rankings: Aces back on top, Storm climbing

The two-time defending champion Aces are back on top, and the Storm and Mercury make huge jumps.

WNBA preseason Power Rankings: Aces back on top, Storm climbing

Star Pirates prospect Skenes gives up 1st pro HR

Pitching in Triple-A, star Pirates prospect Paul Skenes allowed his first career home run as a pro Sunday.

Star Pirates prospect Skenes gives up 1st pro HR

J.J. Watt: I'd return if Texans 'absolutely need it'

J.J. Watt said Saturday that he'd return to play this season for the Texans but only if DeMeco Ryans absolutely needs it.

J.J. Watt: I'd return if Texans 'absolutely need it'

Derby champ Mystik Dan may skip Preakness

The second jewel of horse racing's Triple Crown could be missing 150th Kentucky Derby winner Mystik Dan and other co-stars, quashing hopes for a remat...

Derby champ Mystik Dan may skip Preakness

Why wait? Malone wants better starts by Nuggets

Denver's starters haven't been getting off to great starts this postseason, and Nuggets coach Michael Malone said that needs to change.

Why wait? Malone wants better starts by Nuggets

Record $210.7M bet on 2024 Kentucky Derby

According to Churchill Downs, $210, 7 million was wagered on Mystik Dan's win of the Kentucky Derby, besting by $20 million the previous betting recor...

Record $210.7M bet on 2024 Kentucky Derby

Ex-Browns, Texans RB Johnson retires from NFL

Duke Johnson announced his retirement Sunday after playing eight seasons in the NFL.

Ex-Browns, Texans RB Johnson retires from NFL

Mitchell, Cavs storm back, oust Magic in Game 7

Donovan Mitchell had 39 points and led a second-half charge as the Cavs overcame an 18-point deficit to beat the Magic in Game 7.

Mitchell, Cavs storm back, oust Magic in Game 7

Messi proves difference-maker to power Miami past Red Bulls

No one could have predicted what was to come at halftime as Lionel Messi smashed records.

Messi proves difference-maker to power Miami past Red Bulls

Stanley Cup playoffs picks: Who wins Rangers-Canes, Panthers-Bruins, Canucks-Oilers?

The first round is (mostly) complete. Which teams will make it to the conference finals? Our ESPN hockey experts make their predictions.

Stanley Cup playoffs picks: Who wins Rangers-Canes, Panthers-Bruins, Canucks-Oilers?

Who wins Game 7 of Stars-Golden Knights? Key players to watch, final score predictions

Two heavyweights enter the ring Sunday night; only one will survive to Round 2. Here's everything you need to know about the matchup.

Who wins Game 7 of Stars-Golden Knights? Key players to watch, final score predictions

'A different era for me': Canelo's new approach isn't to satisfy his critics

Canelo Alvarez is boxing's top star, but his goal to build a legacy could be challenged by his new approach.

'A different era for me': Canelo's new approach isn't to satisfy his critics

Sources: Mavs' Kleber (AC joint) out indefinitely

Dallas Mavericks big man Maxi Kleber has a third-degree dislocation of the AC joint of his right shoulder and will be sidelined indefinitely, sources ...

Sources: Mavs' Kleber (AC joint) out indefinitely

WrestleMania 41 to be held in Las Vegas in 2025

WrestleMania 41 will be held at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas on Saturday, April 19 and Sunday, April 20, 2025.

WrestleMania 41 to be held in Las Vegas in 2025

Reese, Cardoso debuts spark popular livestream

The WNBA debuts of Angel Reese and Kamilla Cardoso were widely watched on a social media livestream from a fan who stepped in when the league's app co...

Reese, Cardoso debuts spark popular livestream

Phils SS Turner (hamstring) set to miss 6 weeks

Phillies star shortstop Trea Turner told reporters that he expects to miss six weeks with a left hamstring strain.

Phils SS Turner (hamstring) set to miss 6 weeks

Sources: Ball picks up $21.4M option with Bulls

Chicago Bulls guard Lonzo Ball exercised the $21.4 million option on his contract for the 2024-2025 season, sources told ESPN on Saturday.

Sources: Ball picks up $21.4M option with Bulls

Judge: First ejection of career 'very surprising'

Yankees star slugger Aaron Judge was ejected for the first time in his career after arguing a third-strike call Saturday vs. the Tigers.

Judge: First ejection of career 'very surprising'

Who wins Game 7 of Bruins-Maple Leafs? Key players to watch, final score predictions

It all comes down to this. With two fan bases on edge, here are the critical factors for each club to win Saturday's decisive game.

Who wins Game 7 of Bruins-Maple Leafs? Key players to watch, final score predictions

Should he stay or go? The cases for and against Erik ten Hag at Man United

The debate has grown in intensity as the 2023-24 season winds down, so let's break down the arguments.

Should he stay or go? The cases for and against Erik ten Hag at Man United