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NHL free agency preview: How each team can earn an A-plus

With the market set to open Tuesday, we identify key free agents for each club -- and what each GM should do. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/iDMTYEm

Best power half-seasons ever: Where Cal Raleigh and Aaron Judge rank -- and whether they can keep it up

Two AL hitters are crushing long balls at a historic rate. Before their 81st games, we compare their first-half performances to the best ever -- and whether they can keep it going. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/dg793sl

After a tough French Open, Naomi Osaka is optimistic about Wimbledon

Osaka's comeback hasn't been at all what she had hoped. Can she turn it around at Wimbledon? from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/ZGniXjI

Is Jake Paul ready for a world title fight? Who is his best option?

Following his victory over Julio Cesar Chavez Jr., Jake Paul called out the cruiserweight champs. But can he get them in the ring? from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/6Vegb2j

NHL draft grades: From the excellent (Islanders, Hurricanes) to the confusing (Maple Leafs)

With all 224 picks off the board, here are the report cards for all 32 front offices. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/KNpyoTJ

Detroit vs. Everybody: Are the Tigers the team to beat in MLB?

Detroit was the first team to win 50 games -- but do our experts actually pick the Tigers to win it all at the halfway mark? from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/bmeoIqS

Wrexham coach: Mullin made decision to leave

Wrexham coach Phil Parkinson has told ESPN that Paul Mullin's loan move to Wigan was the player's decision. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/I1sntKr

Madrid's Alaba out of CWC after injury setback

Real Madrid defender David Alaba will miss the remainder of the Club World Cup due to a new injury, extending his sidelined time this season after a knee injury. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/eLH0AaV

Women's Euros A-Z: The history of the tournament in 26 facts

England won the Women's Euros in 2022 and will attempt to retain it this summer, but before the fun gets started, let's run through the tournament's memorable moments. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/KIwga3d

Week 5 preview: Key stats, players for Redwoods homecoming

The action heads to San Diego this weekend. Check here for the full schedule, key stats, injury notes, more. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/5jeBroI

Five underappreciated starting pitchers you need to grab now

Tristan H. Cockcroft looks at the surprising lack of love for some of the starting pitchers with very strong underlying metrics. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/A4oFVDE

5 questions the USMNT must answer in Gold Cup knockouts (and before 2026 World Cup)

The USMNT finished the Gold Cup group stage without a loss, and yet no one seems particularly comforted by that. These five questions need answers ASAP. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/bTCFWrA

Experts' picks, best bets: Who should bettors back at UFC 317?

Former UFC fighters give their predictions for the Saturday's main and co-main events. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/zwWpYEQ

PLL Power Rankings ahead of Week 5: Cannons the new No. 1

Margins are tight this season, but one club has risen to the top. Where do the rest land in the rankings? from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/2yam5p7

Núñez, Grealish, Sancho: Soccer's toughest summer transfers

There are several top Premier League players in limbo. Are they the "untransferables"? from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/nOowZQP

Sources: Chelsea nearing deal for Gittens

Chelsea are edging closer to a deal with Borussia Dortmund for winger Jamie Gittens after representatives from the two teams held discussions in the United States during the Club World Cup, sources have told ESPN. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/VsB19Hb

Maresca: 'Proud' of Chelsea's CWC last 16 berth

Chelsea defeated Esperance 3-0 on Tuesday, securing a Round of 16 berth in the Club World Cup, a notable achievement for coach Enzo Maresca given the elimination of other prominent clubs in the group stage. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/gbaLkQq

As U.S. battle without stars at Gold Cup, which fringe players are stepping up?

The U.S. has been without several stars at this summer's Gold Cup, so which fringe players have stepped up to fight for a place at next year's World Cup? from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/3I8nUKr

Should you take Jeanty over Barkley in fantasy drafts?

Is the 2,000-yard back being undervalued? Or is regression coming for him and the hot rookie is the better choice? from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/Bq7XpPw

We have new predictions in our 59-pick mock draft: Risers, fallers and latest intel

Will the 76ers, Hornets and Jazz take best-player-available approaches? We project both rounds of the NBA draft. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/0yXC1OQ

Every Premier League VAR mistake revealed: Find out the winners and losers

Which Premier League clubs got the worst of the VAR gaffes? Which actually benefited from mistakes? We've got all the answers with the official stats. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/WV6Fwy1

Yarbrough to IL in another hit to Yanks' pitching

The Yankees' pitching took another hit as Ryan Yarbrough was put on the 15-day injured list with a strained right oblique. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/PalEwSH

Game 7! Everything to know for the Pacers-Thunder finale

The Pacers and Thunder face off in a Game 7 season finale. Here's everything you need to know for the winner-take-all showdown. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/R9h3PLz

Three trades to help Boston avoid its impending financial crunch

The Celtics face an offseason of uncertainty. Here are their options ahead of the draft, including three big trades. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/VX1Nk2x

Ranking the Premier League's £100m transfers after Wirtz

The Premier League has now had five transfers over £100m. How have the previous four turned out? from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/vGuhHoU

Inside Chelsea's transfer plan to become 'America's team' with Ohanian's help

Chelsea broke the women's transfer world record in January and are targeting more USWNT stars, but how can their transfer strategy push them to UWCL glory? from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/fkCPnq2

Transfer window weekly: Napoli chase Núñez; Chelsea eye Joâo Pedro

What are our reporters hearing about deals that could be done? Get the latest every Friday. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/tMQPRKB

PLL Power Rankings ahead of Week 4: Who's the new No. 1?

Four teams lead the PLL standings with a 2-1 record, but who does Quint Kessenich view as the best? from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/7VK6QEP

Barnwell picks the NFL's top luxuries: The best players at 11 specialized roles

Gadget player, slot cornerback, swing tackle, backup quarterback -- these players are the best at their very specific roles. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/SnBl4tr

Club World Cup: How every team can qualify for round of 16

The group stage at the Club World Cup is well underway, and this is how every team can reach the round of 16. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/IH7iVSn

Euro 2025 breakout stars: Which U21 players will shine?

Euro 2025 will offer some young players the chance to shine, and there are a number of impressive U21 stars looking to do just that. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/kKeQSHc

The Travis Hunter Experience: How to maximize his fantasy potential

Want to play in a league in which you get points for all of Travis Hunter's contributions? Here's how you do it. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/s3ZWfDJ

Why this is the season to try an IDP league

Drafting defensive players increases the fun you can have playing fantasy. And this is the year to give it a shot. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/ICgYPrk

A transfer window already opened and closed: What did it reveal about new tactics?

The first summer transfer window has opened and closed, and it has offered hints as to what Liverpool, Chelsea, Man United and others want to do differently. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/DRIC7Qg

2025 Fantasy Football Draft Guide: Rankings, mock drafts and analysis

Your one-stop shop as you prep for draft season, including rankings, projections and analysis. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/oVJjCYO

Are Real Madrid ready to begin the Xabi Alonso era at the Club World Cup?

Xabi Alonso needs to hit the ground running at Real Madrid, with the Club World Cup starting just three weeks after he was hired as coach. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/Lg3970c

Donovan returns, Sale pushed back and more

All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/sFU0CcI

How Aaliyah Chavez and her dad bonded through basketball

With Father's Day here, the OU signee and her dad reflect on a relationship forged through tough practices together -- a bond that might not have otherwise existed. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/zfep6VU

Cam Ward gives thanks to dad, who drove him all over Texas to help him reach his dreams

Tennessee's No. 1 pick credits his dad for emailing coaches and driving him all over Texas just to get him a chance. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/1UQBasF

'I know he's proud': Cowboys' Brian Schottenheimer leans on life lessons from dad, Marty

Brian spoke of the bond ahead of Father's Day as he follows in the footsteps of Marty, who died in 2021. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/So1xB7w

Debunking the 'Man United tax' myth

Transfer chiefs have complained for years, but it's on the club to stop paying over the odds for players. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/UcL3qQK

PLL Power Rankings ahead of Week 3: Who's No. 1?

The Redwoods and Cannons are both 2-0, but who are the best teams according to Quint Kessenich? from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/gzluKVY

What is a superflex league, and why should you try one?

Starting two QB instead of one maximizes the fun and changes the way you draft. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/dhAt1PN

How Sam Bennett transformed into a playoff MVP candidate

One shift in Game 3 encapsulated everything that the veteran center can do on the ice. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/Alyzgvp

Manchester United pay homage to Old Trafford with 2025-26 home kit

With a fresh start comes a fresh kit for Manchester United, who have been quick to reveal their new home strip for the 2025-26 season. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/7xfhLJg

Biggest surprise, head-scratcher and more from the transfer cycle

Which teams improved -- or hurt -- their outlook? We award winners and losers of this offseason's cycle. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/TkGPBds

PLL Power Rankings ahead of Week 3: Who's No. 1?

The Redwoods and Cannons are both 2-0, but who are the best teams according to Quint Kessenich? from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/Hvbl8U7

All you need to know one year out from the 2026 World Cup

It's Messi and Ronaldo's last dance, and new stars will be born. Just how far can the U.S. go? The big talking points 12 months out from the World Cup. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/qGQeOfF

Arsenal to play all WSL home games at Emirates

Arsenal will play all 11 of their Women's Super League home games at the Emirates Stadium next season, the club announced on Tuesday. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/cf4S5uN

Abramovich wants 'proper goodbye' at Chelsea

Former Chelsea owner Roman Abramovich has said he wants to return to Stamford Bridge for a "proper goodbye," in the Russian's first interview since sanctions. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/SrX07pu

Argentina boss: We're no longer reliant on Messi

Argentina have learned to cope with Lionel Messi's absences and no longer need to rejig the lineup when he is not available, Lionel Scaloni has said. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/Rwdqfve

Yamal has the mentality of Messi, Ronaldo. He'll be even better in 2025-26

Lamine Yamal may have fallen short in the Champions League and Nations League, but that will only motivate the Barcelona and Spain star to get better. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/4YJM7aT

Panthers-Oilers Game 3 preview: Who will take a 2-1 lead?

It's now a best-of-five series. Here are key stats, players and matchups, plus betting intel. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/HxeRtvQ

Man United fans' breakaway club, FC United of Manchester, still protesting after 20 years

FC United, founded in opposition to the Glazers' Man United takeover, were told they wouldn't last 'til Christmas. Two decades on, they're still here. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/eEr8FN6

Phillies plan for lineup without Harper

All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/zvXcpAw

Santos say Neymar tested positive for COVID-19

Brazil forward Neymar has been sidelined after testing positive for COVID-19, his club Santos said in a statement as quoted by Brazilian media. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/d4t1GfP

Reijnders set for City medical ahead of transfer

Tijjani Reijnders will undergo a medical with Manchester City on Sunday before returning to the Netherlands national team camp later in the day. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/ctgou6x

Giráldez: OL Lyonnes move 'best for both sides'

Jonatan Giráldez on Friday explained his move to OL Lyonnes, coming after he led the Washington Spirit to a successful 2024 season. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/7RnMUDo

Ranking every WNBA team's roster core, 1-13: Which team has the best young players?

Let's stack every WNBA team's core by the youth of its roster, leading off with the Fever and Caitlin Clark. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/ol1H4WR

Power Rankings: Dream ride four-game winning streak to move up in Week 3 edition

Las Vegas, Washington and Chicago join Atlanta as risers as the league begins Commissioner's Cup play. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/azZqALM

Ranking the top 64 NHL draft prospects, including projected ceilings and floors

There is no hockey left to be played this season for the top players available June 27-28. Here's how they stack up. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/68b4fJA

Golf odds: Scottie Scheffler the betting favorite in each of the next four majors

Odds for next four golf majors: 2025 U.S. Open, 2025 Open Championship, 2026 Masters and 2026 PGA Championship from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/lCMpeoy

What we're hearing in the transfer window: Chelsea eye Ekitike; Man United out of Osimhen race

The summer transfer window is now open, but what are our reporters hearing about deals that could be done? Get the latest every Friday. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/mdsI80K

Willian: Chelsea's Estêvão has potential of Yamal

Former Chelsea winger Willian believes new signing Estêvão could be as good as Lamine Yamal and can help the club win titles again for years to come. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/Nj59uLP

UFC 316 expert picks, best bets: How can O'Malley take back Dvalishvili's title?

Former UFC fighters give their predictions for the main and co-main events. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/QAUbhgV

Meet the 2025 Boxing Hall of Fame class: Pacquiao, Paz, more

All you need to know about Manny Pacquiao, Michael Nunn, Mary Jo Sanders, Vinny Paz and the rest of this year's class. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/wCTrn2O

Justis Huni: Fabio Wardley's home crowd won't scare me -- my house was shot up

Justis Huni will face by far the toughest test of his career against Fabio Wardley on Saturday, but it will be a walk in the park compared to some of the things he's faced outside the ring. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/Jn0ZAL4

Gavi doubles down on critics: 'They have no idea'

Barcelona midfielder Gavi has doubled down on his claim that his critics have "f------ no idea" how good he is, saying people hate him for his style of play. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/OgT1Qe8

Regrading last summer's biggest transfers: Which club earned an A? Which got a D?

As a new transfer window opens, there's no better time to look back. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/qNo4iCv

Neymar sent off for 'Hand of God' Maradona goal

Neymar's attempt to emulate the Diego Maradona's "Hand of God" goal backfired on Sunday when he was sent off in what could be his last Santos game. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/olJwFDp

'As wired at breakfast as he is at game time': What Brad Marchand has brought to the Panthers

The former Bruin is relishing a long playoff run with the Panthers, and "living in the moment." from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/BR1Mh3X

Party hats, piñatas, disco balls: Inside UCLA's 'absolutely feral' dugout party

How the Bruins' dugout is keeping vibes up at the Women's College World Series. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/NLkwtpl

Men's summer transfer grades: Liverpool get a D for Alexander-Arnold

The summer transfer window is now open, and clubs are starting to do business. Here is how we rate the biggest moves. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/TVhXimu

LAFC can now chase global dreams at Club World Cup after Club América comeback

LAFC want to be a global brand and have now punched a ticket to the 2025 Club World Cup with a thrilling comeback win over Club America. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/vOtpHun

Two dead after PSG fans celebrate UCL final win

French authorities have said two fans died and a police officer is in a coma after celebrations around the country erupted for Paris-Saint Germain's historic Champions League victory. from www.espn.com - TOP https://ift.tt/dcufFCt