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Examiner: Ravens LB died from fentanyl, cocaine
OWINGS MILLS, Md. — Baltimore Ravens outside linebacker Jaylon Ferguson died from the combined effects of fentanyl and cocaine, according…
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Dick Vitale’s most notable 2022 NBA draft snubs
Every year, the NBA draft concludes and several big-name college stars are left out in the cold, undrafted. Many of…
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Johnson: Leaving Twins for LSU ‘toughest thing’
CLEVELAND — Wes Johnson knows the timing isn’t ideal for the Minnesota Twins. It’s not easy for him, either, or…
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From brilliant Prinz to muddy pitches: Greatest Women’s Euros moments, goals and controversies
Prinz ended her glittering Germany career with victory at Euro 2009, just one memorable moment among many in the competition’s…
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Avs live it up as they celebrate title at parade
DENVER — There was Nathan MacKinnon jumping off the fire truck so he could walk the streets and shake hands…
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NBA Twitter reacts to Kevin Durant’s trade request
One of the biggest names in the NBA has made himself available hours before the new league year officially begins.…
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NFL, Ice Cube partner on economic-equity plan
The NFL is teaming up with Ice Cube. The league announced Thursday that it is partnering with Contract with Black…
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ACC latest to drop divisions, starting in 2023
The ACC became the latest conference to scrap divisions in favor of a new scheduling format Tuesday, making 2022 the…
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Ex-USC coach avoids prison in college scandal
BOSTON — A former assistant soccer coach at the University of Southern California who created fake athletic profiles for the…
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McLaurin ‘humbled’ by Commanders extension
Washington Commanders wide receiver Terry McLaurin is signing a three-year extension worth up to $71 million in new money that…
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Williams, Calhoun among 9 to college hoops hall
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Roy Williams and Jim Calhoun will join John Beilein and Lon Kruger in a star-studded cast…
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Big 12 chooses Roc Nation COO as commish
The Big 12 has named Brett Yormark to be its next commissioner, the conference announced Wednesday. Yormark has served as…
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Sharks fire coach Boughner after 3 seasons
The San Jose Sharks have fired head coach Bob Boughner and his staff, the team announced on Friday. Boughner, 51,…
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Nats extend GM Rizzo, manager Martinez thru ’23
WASHINGTON — Dave Martinez and Mike Rizzo are signed through the 2023 season after the Washington Nationals exercised their contract…
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Sources: Warriors keep Looney, add DiVincenzo
Jul 1, 2022 Kendra AndrewsESPN SAN FRANCISCO — The Golden State Warriors made a pair of key moves on Day…
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Bills’ Pegula ‘progressing well’ from health issue
Jun 28, 2022 Alaina GetzenbergESPN BUFFALO, N.Y. — Buffalo Bills and Sabres co-owner Kim Pegula is “progressing well” as she…
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Transfer Talk: Ronaldo drama could spur Man Utd to face Man City for Bayern’s Gnarby
The summer transfer window is here, and there’s plenty of gossip swirling about who’s moving where. Transfer Talk brings you…
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Bruins hire Montgomery as new head coach
The Boston Bruins have named Jim Montgomery as their new head coach, it was announced Friday. The appointment was made…
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Cards’ Arenado hits for 2nd career cycle in loss
Darick Hall‘s tiebreaking home run was his third homer since being called up, and Rhys Hoskins went deep to add…
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Sources: Mayer-Baumgardner title fight set
The Mikaela Mayer-Alycia Baumgardner title unification fight at 130 pounds will take place on the Claressa Shields-Savannah Marshall card at…
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Bilas: Why NIL has been good for college sports … and the hurdles that remain
July 1st marks the one-year anniversary of college athletes finally being allowed to monetize their name, image and likeness (NIL),…
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Sources: Barca hope to raise €200m for transfers
6:46 PM ET Sam Marsden Moises Llorens Barcelona hope selling another 15% of their domestic television rights will give them…
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Mets’ Scherzer to return for Tue. start vs. Reds
NEW YORK — Max Scherzer is scheduled to return to the New York Mets‘ rotation Tuesday in Cincinnati after missing…
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Bengals RB to co-teach NIL course at Texas A&M
CINCINNATI — Bengals running back Trayveon Williams is headed back to school. This time, he’ll be teaching. Williams will serve…
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Agent: Zion secures extension, may make $231M
4:53 PM ET Andrew LopezESPN New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson has agreed on a five-year, $193 million designated maximum…
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The SEC-Big Ten battle for college football supremacy is just beginning
The British fleet had the Spanish Armada. The United States had the Soviet Union. The Beatles had the Rolling Stones.…
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NIL turns one: After a year of radical change, what happens next?
Former Rutgers guard Geo Baker said “NIL was the first step of whatever comes next.” Rick Osentoski/USA TODAY Sports Former Rutgers…
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Elliott wins pole, set to defend Road America title
ELKHART LAKE, Wis. — Chase Elliott won the pole at Road America and will lead the field to green Sunday…
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2022 NHL draft order: Full list of all 225 picks
Jun 29, 2022 ESPN staff The 2022 NHL draft is set to take place on July 7 and 8 in…
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Football recruiting class rankings: Post-Arch Manning commits move Texas into top five
Arch Manning‘s commitment to Texas sent shock waves through the college football recruiting world and helped the Longhorns break into…
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Salah signs new long-term contract at Liverpool
Mohamed Salah has signed a new long-term deal to extend his stay at Liverpool, the club announced on Friday. Salah’s…
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Hamilton urges British fans not to boo Verstappen
SILVERSTONE – Lewis Hamilton said fans at the British Grand Prix should not boo old rival Max Verstappen after the…
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Top prospects for the 2022 NHL draft, led by Shane Wright, Logan Cooley, Juraj Slafkovsky
Jun 29, 2022 ESPN staff The NHL draft is coming up on July 7 and 8, and will be televised…
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Bettors like Lakers’ title odds despite no big deals
The Phoenix Suns and Miami Heat saw their championship odds improve at sportsbooks when news broke Thursday that Kevin Durant…
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Brady addresses reports on Arians, Fins interest
TAMPA, Fla. — Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady was adamant Thursday that he did not have any sort of rift with…
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Dick Vitale picks his favorite NBA draft second-round sleepers
This year’s crop of talent for the NBA draft is deep, and the teams with multiple selections should fare well.…
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LIVE Transfer Talk: Gundogan weighs Barcelona or Juventus move
The summer transfer window is approaching, and there’s plenty of gossip swirling about who’s moving where. Transfer Talk brings you…
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Umpire Hernandez asks for reinstatement of suit
NEW YORK — Lawyers for Angel Hernandez claim Major League Baseball manipulated the umpire’s evaluations, renewing the allegation in an…
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Transcendent trio: How Diana Taurasi, Sylvia Fowles and Sue Bird have rewritten WNBA record books
8:45 AM ET Mechelle VoepelESPN.com Close Mechelle Voepel covers the WNBA, women’s college basketball, and other college sports for espnW.…
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The NBA’s top-75 free agents in 2022, ranked
The NBA never really sleeps. The 2022 NBA Playoffs will give way to the 2022 NBA Draft, followed by free…
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George R.R. Martin on His College Days, the Media in 2022, and the New York Jets
Bryan is joined by A Song of Ice and Fire series novelist George R.R. Martin to discuss his career as…
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