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- Aug 27 · 3:56pmWinnipeg JetsHellebuyck confirms he requested trade from JetsThree-time Vezina Trophy-winning goaltender Connor Hellebuyck publicly confirmed Thursday that he asked the Winnipeg Jets to trade him. Read full article
- Aug 27 · 3:55pmMLB proposes NFL-style free agency windowsMLB has proposed limiting free-agent signings to a few weeks in December and then from early February onward each offseason, with trades banned during the gap in between. Read full article
- Aug 27 · 3:54pmNBA free agency and trade updates include star playersThe latest updates on NBA free agency and trades include news on LeBron James, Kawhi Leonard, and Jaylen Brown among other stars. Read full article
- Aug 27 · 3:53pmLas Vegas AcesAces' NaLyssa Smith to miss rest of season with leg injuryAces starting forward NaLyssa Smith will be out the rest of the WNBA season after sustaining a left leg injury in Sunday's 88-78 victory at Toronto. Read full article
- Aug 27 · 3:52pmLos Angeles RamsDolphins trade WR Tutu Atwell to Rams for RB Jarquez HunterThe Dolphins have traded wide receiver Tutu Atwell back to the Rams in exchange for running back Jarquez Hunter, the teams announced on Thursday. Read full article
- Aug 27 · 3:50pmGreen Bay PackersPackers star RB Josh Jacobs charged with two misdemeanorsPackers running back Josh Jacobs has been charged with misdemeanor battery and misdemeanor criminal damage to property, according to Wisconsin court records. Read full article
- Aug 27 · 3:42pmChampions League draw: Arsenal, Man City, Man United, Aston Villa and Liverpool found out fate - as it happenedIt's that time of year again, when all eyes turn to the Champions League and potential glory, with the draw for Europe's premier competition taking place, and you can follow all of the action live with ESPN. Read full article
- Aug 27 · 3:37pmAtlético MadridAtlético refuses to negotiate Julián Álvarez move to BarcelonaAtlético Madrid say they will not negotiate a transfer of Julián Álvarez to Barcelona before Monday's deadline, even though the player wants to join the Spanish champions. Read full article
- Aug 27 · 3:27pmLos Angeles RamsSources: Dolphins trade Tutu Atwell to Rams for Jarquez HunterThe Dolphins are trading wide receiver Tutu Atwell back to the Rams in exchange for running back Jarquez Hunter, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter on Thursday. Read full article
- Aug 27 · 3:21pmGreen Bay PackersPackers sign veteran TE Jonnu Smith to one-year dealThe Packers signed tight end Jonnu Smith to a one-year contract. Read full article
- Aug 27 · 3:21pmChampions League draw sets up 2026-27 league phaseThe 2026-27 Champions League league phase draw took place on Thursday. Coverage of the draw pointed to favorable fixtures for Liverpool and a tougher schedule for Barcelona. Read full article
- Aug 27 · 3:20pmHow to play ESPN Fantasy FootballWhat you need to know as you play this season of ESPN Fantasy Football. Read full article
- Aug 27 · 3:17pmChelsea agree deal to sign Martínez from Aston VillaChelsea have agreed a deal to sign Argentina goalkeeper Emiliano Martínez from Aston Villa for a fee of £7.5 million, sources confirmed to ESPN. Read full article
- Aug 27 · 3:15pmCaedan Wallace traded to Dolphins in offseason dealThe 2026 NFL offseason trade tracker has been updated, including the trade of Caedan Wallace to the Dolphins. Read full article
- Aug 27 · 3:13pm3 keys to victory for Montreal, Winnipeg in Week 13CFL.ca brings you three keys to victory for the Montreal Alouettes and Winnipeg Blue Bombers ahead of their Week 13 matchup. Read full article
- Aug 27 · 3:03pmNo NFL update available in this itemThis item contains no NFL news, it is a promotional notice for the ESPN Fantasy Sports app. Read full article
- Aug 27 · 3:01pmChampions League draw recap: Arsenal-Madrid, PSG-Barça among notable matchesEnjoy all the updates from Monaco for the league phase draw of the 2026-27 UEFA Champions League. Read full article
- Aug 27 · 3:00pmTulsa DrillersFinal Regular Season Home Stand of 2026 Begins September 1The Tulsa Drillers (Double-A affiliate of the World Series Champion Los Angeles Dodgers) will be back at ONEOK Field on Tuesday, September 1 to begin their final home stand of the 2026 regular season. The stand will be the resumption of the … Read full article
- Aug 27 · 3:00pmLouisville BatsVince Harrison's path from player to Bats coachLouisville Bats coach Vince Harrison, a former two-sport athlete, found his direction toward coaching during recovery from injury after his playing career ended. Read full article
- Aug 27 · 2:58pmArsenal and Reiss Nelson terminate contract by mutual agreementReiss Nelson has left Arsenal after the club and player agreed to terminate his contract by mutual agreement, making him a free agent. Read full article
- Aug 27 · 2:50pmIndiana FeverClark unveils Caitlin 1 sneakers inspired by Swift braceletCaitlin Clark debuted her new Caitlin 1 sneakers, designed with a friendship bracelet motif inspired by one she received at Taylor Swift's Eras Tour. Clark is a longtime fan of Swift. Read full article
- Aug 27 · 2:49pmLiverpool drawn against Atletico Madrid, Inter, Porto, FenerbahceLiverpool's Champions League draw paired them with Atletico Madrid, Inter, Porto and Fenerbahce. Read full article
- Aug 27 · 2:38pmAston Villa draw PSG, Barcelona, Dortmund in league phaseAston Villa have been drawn against Paris Saint-Germain, Barcelona and Borussia Dortmund in the Champions League league phase, with the Barcelona game away and PSG coming to Villa Park. Read full article
- Aug 27 · 2:34pmOgden: Liverpool got the best Champions League drawOgden: Liverpool got the best Champions League draw Read full article
- Aug 27 · 2:30pmErie SeaWolvesSeaWolves put 2026 playoff tickets on saleThe Erie SeaWolves, Double-A affiliate of the Detroit Tigers, announced that 2026 playoff tickets are now on sale, with games presented by UPMC. Read full article
- Aug 27 · 2:29pmPoinsettia Bowl set to return after near-decade hiatusThe Poinsettia Bowl is returning this year after nearly a decade off the college football schedule. Read full article
- Aug 27 · 2:27pmCan Mourinho win the Champions League with Real Madrid?Can Mourinho win the Champions League with Real Madrid? Read full article
- Aug 27 · 2:26pmDawson: Man Utd Champions League fixtures 'are tough'Dawson: Man Utd Champions League fixtures 'are tough' Read full article
- Aug 27 · 2:16pmIndianapolis ColtsCan Alec Pierce be ready for Colts' opener? Adam Schefter weighs inCan Alec Pierce be ready for Colts' opener? Adam Schefter weighs in Read full article
- Aug 27 · 2:15pmIndianapolis IndiansDarrell-Hicks named Indians August Player of the MonthThe Indianapolis Indians named right-handed reliever Michael Darrell-Hicks their August Player of the Month. He has not allowed a run across nine outings this month, covering 11.1 innings with 14 strikeouts and a .154 opponent average. Read full article
- Aug 27 · 2:15pmRichmond Flying SquirrelsFlying Squirrels to give out Harry Potter bobblehead SundayThe Richmond Flying Squirrels will offer an exclusive Harry Potter-themed bobblehead as part of a special ticket package for Sunday's game. Gates open at 3:30 p.m., with first pitch set for 5:05 p.m. Read full article
- Aug 27 · 2:15pmFrisco RoughRidersMexico's Charros to face Venezuela's Cardenales at Riders FieldCharros de Jalisco of Mexico and Cardenales de Lara of Venezuela will play an international exhibition at Riders Field on Friday, October 9th, as part of Clasico Caribeno hosted by the Frisco RoughRiders. Read full article
- Aug 27 · 2:08pmManchester CityMan City picks fan's AI design for 2026-27 third kitManchester City invited fans to submit AI-generated designs for the club's 2026-27 third kit, drawing more than 180,000 entries. City selected a design submitted by a fan named Elliott to become the actual shirt. Read full article
- Aug 27 · 2:03pmBoston Legacy FCBoston Legacy to play 2027 home games in Rhode IslandBoston Legacy FC announced Thursday that White Stadium will not open until the 2028 NWSL season, pushing the team's entire 2027 home schedule to Pawtucket, Rhode Island. Read full article
- Aug 27 · 1:59pmPoinsettia Bowl set to return after decade-long hiatusThe Poinsettia Bowl is returning this year after nearly a decade off the college football schedule. Read full article
- Aug 27 · 1:53pmReal Salt LakeRSL to keep player development focus after Gozo saleReal Salt Lake sporting director Kurt Schmid said the club will not change its emphasis on player development after receiving a $15 million transfer fee from Crystal Palace for winger Zavier Gozo. Read full article
- Aug 27 · 1:51pmChicago White SoxWhite Sox present team-themed papal miter to Pope LeoThe Chicago White Sox gave Pope Leo a team-themed papal miter. The gift follows the club's Aug. 11 game against the Cincinnati Reds, when it gave away White Sox-themed pope hats to fans. Read full article
- Aug 27 · 1:51pmWhy Ja'Kobi Lane is a good fantasy sleeper this yearWhy Ja'Kobi Lane is a good fantasy sleeper this year Read full article
- Aug 27 · 1:46pmSporting CPChampions League draw: Arsenal vs. Madrid, Barcelona vs. PSG highlight league phaseParis Saint-Germain have been handed a tough start to the defense of the Champions League trophy, with the visit of coach Luis Enrique's former side Barcelona as well as trips to 2023 winners Manchester City and Europa League winners Aston … Read full article
- Aug 27 · 1:45pmJacksonville Jumbo ShrimpJumbo Shrimp to host Live Like Lou Jax Classic in 2027The Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp and Peak Events LLC will host the fourth annual Live Like Lou Jax College Baseball Classic, a round-robin tournament running Feb. 26-28, 2027 at VyStar Ballpark. Read full article
- Aug 27 · 1:42pmToronto RaptorsRaptors making Kyle Lowry's 7 their second retired numberThe Raptors will retire the No. 7 jersey of Kyle Lowry on Jan. 10 after they face the 76ers. Read full article
- Aug 27 · 1:39pmChampions League draw LIVE: Arsenal, Man City, Man United, Aston Villa and Liverpool find out fateIt's that time of year again, when all eyes turn to the Champions League and potential glory, with the draw for Europe's premier competition taking place, and you can follow all of the action live with ESPN. Read full article
- Aug 27 · 1:36pm2026 summer transfer window opens with grading of major signingsThe 2026 summer transfer window is now open, and evaluations of the biggest signings in men's soccer have been released. Read full article
- Aug 27 · 1:36pm2026 summer transfer window opens with signings gradedThe 2026 summer transfer window is now open, with evaluations of the biggest signings in men's soccer available. The grading of these deals has been completed. Read full article
- Aug 27 · 1:36pm2026 summer transfer window opens with signings gradedThe 2026 summer transfer window is now open, with evaluations of major signings in men's soccer released. Read full article
- Aug 27 · 1:27pmMan United to host Bayern Munich, Roma in UCL drawManchester United's Champions League league-phase draw includes home matches against Bayern Munich and AS Roma, along with a fixture against Atletico Madrid, marking the club's return to the competition after a three-year absence. Read full article
- Aug 27 · 1:24pmArsenal's Champions League draw: Real Madrid, Bayern Munich, Borussia Dortmund, moreArsenal will begin their quest to go one step further in the UEFA Champions League with a difficult start to the league phase, hosting Real Madrid before a trip to face German champions Bayern Munich. Read full article
- Aug 27 · 1:17pmMan City drawn against PSG, Barcelona in league phaseManchester City will host defending champions Paris Saint-Germain and travel to face Barcelona at Spotify Camp Nou as part of this year's Champions League league phase draw. Read full article
- Aug 27 · 1:16pmWhat is the state of the NL Wild Card race?What is the state of the NL Wild Card race? Read full article
- Aug 27 · 1:15pmSouth Bend CubsCubs Close Out Regular Season at Home, Hosting Cedar RapidsBeginning on Tuesday, September 1, the South Bend Cubs will play their final series of the regular season. They’ll host the Cedar Rapids Kernels, the High-A affiliate of the Minnesota Twins, wrapping up one of the most successful regular … Read full article
- Aug 27 · 1:15pmHillsboro HopsSoler’s Three-Run Blast Caps Wild 12-Inning Hops WinThe new Hops Ballpark has seen two walk off home runs in its inaugural season, both belong to Yassel Soler. The Hillsboro Hops turned a pitchers’ duel into an extra-inning slugfest Wednesday night, scoring three times in the bottom of the 12th … Read full article
- Aug 27 · 1:13pmNew York JetsReid releases preseason mock for 2027 NFL Draft first roundESPN's Jordan Reid released an early first-round mock draft for the 2027 NFL Draft ahead of the college and NFL seasons, projecting all 32 first-round picks, including a trade scenario. Read full article
- Aug 27 · 1:13pmTexas LonghornsAnalyst releases early 2027 NFL mock draftJordan Reid released a preseason mock draft projecting all 32 first-round picks for the 2027 NFL Draft, done ahead of the college and NFL seasons, and including a projected trade. Read full article
- Aug 27 · 1:12pmArsenal drawn against Real Madrid, Bayern in UCL league phaseArsenal's Champions League league-phase draw features a tough start, with the club set to host Real Madrid before traveling to face German champions Bayern Munich. Borussia Dortmund also appear among Arsenal's opponents. Read full article
- Aug 27 · 1:07pmWho are Sabah FK, Champions League debutants, Arsenal/Man United opponents?Sabah, a club near the Iranian border that didn't exist a decade ago, with a coach who owes his career to a Lithuanian quiz show, are in this season Champions League. How did they make it? Read full article
- Aug 27 · 1:06pmUEFA holds 2026-27 Champions League league phase drawThe draw for the 2026-27 UEFA Champions League league phase took place in Monaco, setting the matchups for the competition's group stage. Read full article
- Aug 27 · 1:00pmMyrtle Beach PelicansGuns and Hoses charity softball returns to Pelicans BallparkThe 18th Annual Guns & Hoses Charity Softball Game will be held at Pelicans Ballpark on Saturday, September 26, marking the 9th consecutive year the event has taken place there. Gates open at 9AM with the first game starting at 10AM. Read full article
- Aug 27 · 1:00pmGreen Bay PackersSource: Packers adding TE Jonnu Smith on one-year dealThe Packers are signing tight end Jonnu Smith to a one-year contract, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter. Read full article
- Aug 27 · 12:53pmWho are Champions League debutants Sabah FK? Here's what you need to knowSabah, a club near the Iranian border that didn't exist a decade ago, with a coach who owes his career to a Lithuanian quiz show, are in this season Champions League. How did they make it? Read full article
- Aug 27 · 12:45pmLos Angeles LakersJeanie Buss seeks to block siblings' vote to sell Lakers sharesJeanie Buss has filed a petition in Los Angeles Superior Court challenging the legality of a vote by her five siblings to sell the family's remaining shares in the Lakers. Read full article
- Aug 27 · 11:59amSeattle SeahawksSeahawks extend Leonard Williams for three years, $90 millionThe Seahawks are signing defensive tackle Leonard Williams to a three-year, $90 million contract extension, according to sources, making him one of the NFL's highest-paid players at the position. Read full article
- Aug 27 · 11:09amArsenalPremier League clubs release 2026-27 kitsSeveral Premier League clubs have released their kits for the 2026-27 season ahead of the new season, which begins in several weeks. Read full article
- Aug 26 · 4:02pmSeattle SeahawksNFL owners approve Seahawks sale to Khosla groupNFL owners on Wednesday voted unanimously to approve the $9.612 billion sale of the Seahawks from Paul Allen's estate to a group led by 49ers limited partner Vinod Khosla. Read full article
- Aug 26 · 3:14pmNewcastle UnitedNewcastle sign Nico González from Manchester CityNewcastle United have signed Nico González from Manchester City for £52 million. Read full article
- Aug 26 · 12:31pmTottenham HotspurTottenham agree season-long loan for Man City's MarmoushTottenham have agreed a season-long loan deal with Manchester City for forward Omar Marmoush, sources told ESPN. The deal includes an obligation for Tottenham to buy the player for £60 million ($82m) next year. Read full article
- Aug 26 · 9:03amNew York GiantsGiants WR Calvin Austin out for season with torn ACLGiants wide receiver Calvin Austin III will miss the season after tearing the ACL in his right knee while running a route at Tuesday's training camp practice, a source told ESPN's Adam Schefter. Read full article
- Aug 26 · 7:28amManchester CityRaheem Sterling charged with dangerous driving after crashFormer England forward Raheem Sterling has been charged with dangerous driving and possession of nitrous oxide following a motorway crash involving a Lamborghini, police said. Read full article
- Aug 25 · 11:02pmNew York GiantsSources: Giants trading OL Josh Ezeudu to Chiefs for '28 pickThe Giants are trading offensive lineman Josh Ezeudu to the Chiefs for a 2028 seventh-round pick, sources said. Read full article
- Aug 25 · 7:01pmLSU TigersKiffin says SEC, Big Ten apply double standard on court ordersLane Kiffin said the SEC and Big Ten are applying a moralistic double standard by letting some players with court orders take the field while trying to bar others in similar situations. Read full article
- Aug 25 · 5:28pmSeattle SeahawksSeahawks lose Clark, Richman for season to injuryThe Seahawks placed rookie safety Bud Clark and offensive lineman Mason Richman on injured reserve Tuesday, ending their 2026 seasons. Both were hurt in Sunday's preseason game against the Titans. Read full article
- Aug 25 · 1:59pmSan Francisco 49ers49ers owner Jed York contacted fictitious prostitution ad 3 times before arrest49ers owner Jed York used a pseudonym and responded multiple times to a fictitious ad for a prostitute prior to his arrest in Ohio over the weekend. Read full article
- Aug 24 · 10:22pmCincinnati RedsReds' Toglia to undergo season-ending shoulder surgeryReds infielder/outfielder Michael Toglia will have season-ending surgery on his right shoulder after getting hurt Friday on a diving catch. Read full article
- Aug 24 · 4:14pmHouston TexansSources: Patriots trading Boutte to Texans for Reed, draft pickThe Patriots have agreed to a trade that will send wide receiver Kayshon Boutte to the Houston Texans, sources confirmed to ESPN on Monday. Read full article
- Aug 24 · 1:51pmSan Francisco 49ers49ers owner Jed York arrested, pleads no contest to misdemeanor charges49ers owner Jed York pleaded no contest to a pair of misdemeanor charges after being arrested in Ohio on suspicion of engaging in prostitution. Read full article
- Aug 24 · 10:44amHouston AstrosDana Brown out as Astros general managerThe Houston Astros announced Monday that Dana Brown is out as the team's general manager. The move comes after a recent skid for the first-place club. Read full article
- Aug 24 · 12:20amSan Francisco 49ersSources: 49ers trade Zamir White to Saints for Deion JonesThe Saints acquired Zamir White in a trade that sent veteran Deion Jones to the 49ers, sources told ESPN's Adam Schefter on Sunday night. Read full article
- Aug 23 · 10:37pmMiami HeatKlay Thompson agrees to deal with HeatKlay Thompson has agreed to a two-year deal with the Miami Heat after clearing waivers on Sunday, joining Giannis Antetokounmpo in Miami. Read full article
