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100 reasons we can't wait for college football to come back
Ryan McGee and Mark Schlabach talk Nick Saban and Lane Kiffin, why Jim Harbaugh should watch "Bull Durham" and the Biggest. Opener. Ever.
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Yankees
MLB
Giant, gum-chewing Judge a superstitious slugger
From the deferential to the disgusting, here's how Little Leaguers might emulate Aaron Judge, MLB's massive (and slightly eccentric) new star.
Cubs
MLB
Cubs
MLB
Get a dictionary, because the school of Joe Maddon is in session
He uses the word "transmogrified" correctly in conversation and was called "the coolest guy ever" by a president. The Cubs manager isn't here to talk baseball.
Cubs
MLB
Run on Jon Lester? Not with Willson Contreras behind the plate
The biggest change now that Lester has a new personal catcher comes when opposing teams try to take advantage of the Cubs lefty on the basepaths.
NBA
NBA
Lowe: How LeBron and Kyrie orchestrate the NBA's scariest play
A close look at the most dangerous version of the NBA's new unstoppable set: Kyrie Irving and LeBron James in a 1-3 pick-and-roll.
NBA
LeBron, Cavs need to finish off Celtics quickly.
Now that the top-seeded Warriors get to rest, Stephen A. Smith says there is a level of urgency for Cleveland to close out Boston.
Celtics
NBA
Marcus Smart's sizzling shot arrives just in time for Celtics
Smart's career-long 3-point struggles are well chronicled, but his confident shooting in the postseason has given Boston a huge lift.
NFL
NFL
Barnwell's NFC South report cards: The offseason's worst contract
The Panthers spent a fortune on an oft-injured lineman. The Falcons and Saints beefed up their defenses. The Bucs added playmakers. Here's how each NFC South team fared in free agency and the draft.
NFL
Best offseason acquisition for all 32 teams
Coaches, rookies, front-office execs, free-agent signings and more. We identify the single most important offseason addition for every team.
Penguins vs. Senators
Game 6: 8 p.m. ET Tuesday
Penguins
NHL
Is Crosby on the verge of his most impressive accomplishment?
The Penguins' captain has done just about everything, but here's why a trip back to the Stanley Cup finals would be special -- even by his standards.
Penguins
NHL
Penguins' run powered by collective effort
Pittsburgh is one win away from a return trip to the finals thanks to a next-man-up approach and infusion of youth that have become the lifeblood of its success.
Predators vs. Ducks
Nashville wins series 4-2
Predators
NHL
Predators' collective effort keyed by Rinne
How did Nashville go from a near also-ran to a Stanley Cup finalist? In the playoffs, it has all come down to the longest-tenured Predator, goalie Pekka Rinne.
Warriors vs. Spurs
Golden State Wins Series 4-0
Warriors
NBA
Golden State's perfect run to the NBA Finals.
With 12 straight wins and three sweeps, the Warriors are in the midst of a historic playoffs.
Spurs
NBA
Should the Spurs trade Aldridge this offseason?
Who will be the Spurs' starting point guard next season? Do they need Manu Ginobili to return? Our 5-on-5 crew debates and predicts San Antonio's offseason.
Nationals
MLB
The Nats own the NL East, but they could be playing with fire
It's only May, but D.C.'s division lead already seems insurmountable. Still, some alarming numbers could burn Washington down the stretch.
Dodgers
MLB
Can Cody Bellinger continue Dodgers' tradition of Rookie of the Year winners?
From a skinny high school first baseman to a rising slugger in the majors, Bellinger is fast becoming L.A.'s newest young star.
Cardinals
MLB
Could stopping a Cubs dynasty be in the Cards?
The defending champions stumbled out of the gate, and there's one team particularly suited to stopping a repeat: the Cardinals -- who always seem to be in the postseason mix.
Warriors
NBA
Kobe presents 'The Golden Democracy.'
In the next episode of Canvas, Kobe Bryant looks at the Warriors' rare style and how it breaks down their opponents.
NBA
Free-agent rankings: Curry, KD, CP3, Hayward, more stars in top 30
Kevin Pelton ranks a loaded class, including multiple All-Stars hitting the market.
Major League Soccer
Major League Soccer
ESPN FC
Sapong leading a host of U.S. scorers in MLS
C.J. Sapong has five goals in the midst of the Philadelphia Union's six-game unbeaten streak. Who else is heating up in the U.S. player pool, and who's cooling off?
MLS
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Power Rankings: Toronto takes No. 1; Philly leaps seven spots
Another round of surprising results shuffles our hierarchy, with Toronto grabbing the top spot after Dallas' shocking loss. Where does your team stand?
Men's College Hoops
Projecting which first-year coaches will win (and which won't)
Nine major conference programs made coaching moves, including Georgetown turning to Patrick Ewing. Can he win? Find out which coach has the best chance for a quick turnaround.
NFL Nation
Cardinals
NFL
Bruce and Christine Arians helping give voice to children in need
Fans will remember coach Bruce Arians for what his Cardinals do. But he and his wife have a bigger impact to make in Arizona.
Patriots
NFL
Are the 2017 Patriots as talented as their historic 2007 squad?
Bill Belichick has assembled an impressive roster for the upcoming season, but how does it stack up with the team that went 16-0?
Jets
NFL
Revis' free agency complicated by owed money.
Adam Schefter examines how the $6 million Darrelle Revis is owed from the Jets is making any deal with the veteran CB a little more difficult.
WNBA
Sun-Lynx, 8 p.m. ET Tuesday, ESPN2
Lynx look to continue hot start to 2017 season
Minnesota, which is off to a 3-0 start, is already feeling in sync. Will 0-2 Connecticut have an answer Tuesday?
REDEF + ESPN
The Dodgers' long game and how chess saved a village
Thinking long term with Clayton Kershaw and putting down the bottle for a bishop: Read that and more from the world of sports in the REDEF newsletter.
Premier League
Premier League
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How did your Premier League side fare?
What would you give your team out of 10 for the season? While Chelsea shined, Pep Guardiola and Jose Mourinho flopped. And then there's Arsenal.
Premier League
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Summer transfer needs for the Premier League top six
Teams are already plotting their summer moves. So what will Chelsea and the rest of the top six teams do to improve via the transfer market?
La Liga
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Zidane works wonders with Real Madrid
Zinedine Zidane has a stacked side to manage, but there's no question of his superb work for the La Liga champs, writes Gab Marcotti.
Motorsports
MotoGP legend Hayden dies after bicycle crash
American motorcycle racer Nicky Hayden died five days after being hit by a car while training on his bicycle in Italy. Hayden was 35.
Four-Ball
Tracking trends on Spieth, Day
Two former world No. 1s -- Jordan Spieth and Jason Day -- had nearly opposite weeks at the AT&T; Byron Nelson. Should golf fans be worried about either's game less than a month out from the year's second major?
Tennis
Alexander Zverev one of the new faces ready to tackle French Open
Yes, Rafael Nadal is still the favorite to win the French Open, but there is a group of up-and-comers who shouldn't be overlooked.
Deportes
Fuentes: Valverde firmará con Barcelona por tres temporadas
El que será el próximo director técnico del cuadro culé sería presentado el lunes 29 de mayo, de acuerdo al reporte presentado por Jordi Blanco para ESPN.
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On This Date: May 23, 1998
- David Seelig /Allsport
On this date: Mike Piazza makes his Mets debut in 1998
The Hall of Fame catcher made his mark on New York quickly. His memorable run began 19 years ago today.
OTD: Green's career day
On this date: Shawn Green's historic four-homer day
On May 23, 2002, Dodgers slugger Shawn Green went 6-for-6 with four home runs, setting a single-game MLB record with 19 total bases in the process.
Top QBs for 2018
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An early look at a stacked 2018 NFL quarterback class
The 2018 NFL draft is loaded with top-tier QB talent like USC's Sam Darnold and Wyoming's Josh Allen. Matt Bowen takes an early look at what four of the top passers have shown thus far and where they still need to improve.
Taking stock of MLB questions
- Rich Schultz/Getty Images
How have all 30 teams answered their most intriguing question?
Whether it's filling a glaring void in the lineup, needing a star player to bounce back or seeing if the front office's moves would work out, we evaluate how the biggest issues have been addressed during the first quarter of the season.
