Recent Sports News and Updates

The NBA's top defense stymied the MVP and the defending champs ... until it didn't. Here's how Minnesota fell dangerously behind in one of this postseason's most intriguing chess matches.

Xander Schauffele broke the PGA Championship scoring record and tied the mark for any major, seizing on the rain-softened conditions at Valhalla with a 9-under 62 to set the early target.

The Jets landed a record number of prime-time games over the first three months of the 2024 season because the appeal of four-time MVP Aaron Rodgers was too great to ignore, the NFL said Thursday.

Juan Soto is open to in-season contract negotiations with the Yankees. Said owner Hal Steinbrenner: "We'd like to see him here for the rest of his career."

Rimas Sports, the agency founded by recording artist Bad Bunny, is accusing the Major League Baseball Players Association of "placing a death penalty" on the agency, according to a federal lawsuit the company filed Thursday.

Bruins captain Brad Marchand said Panthers center Sam Bennett "got away with one" when he struck Marchand's head in Game 3, but that opponents seeking to injure each other is just a part of playoff hockey.

Inter Miami forward Lionel Messi is Major League Soccer's highest paid player with a total guaranteed compensation of $20.44m.

Jared Goff noted "security" and his no-trade clause as the biggest things he valued in his contract negotiations with the Lions.

Newly appointed Canada coach Jesse Marsch has criticized U.S. Soccer over its treatment of him during the process of hiring the U.S. men's national team coach last year.

We're tracking every game for Caitlin Clark and one of the most anticipated rookie classes in WNBA history.

From ticket sales to merchandise to sponsorships, the 2024 WNBA season begins with unprecedented hype.

With 100 days until Florida State and Georgia Tech kickoff in Ireland it's time to get excited about what's ahead: From new conference games to a new playoff.

While some of the usual players dominate our list, five of our top teams this week are from two unexpected divisions.

Will the Falcons' easy schedule lead to an NFC title? Can the Bengals get back on top in the tough AFC North? Could the Jets start hot?

The 2024 season opens with the defending champion Chiefs hosting the Ravens.

How much would it take to keep Tua Tagovailoa for the long term, and is it worth it to the Dolphins?

The league has the chance to realize just where it's been going wrong regarding VAR.

Justin Thomas and Jordan Spieth head into the 2024 PGA Championship far from their peak but still believing they can reach it.

A settlement worth more than $2.7 billion could be reached next week. But plenty of questions regarding implementation will remain.

The last time anyone saw a three-peat, the heroes were John Wooden, Bill Walton and the UCLA Bruins.

The welterweight and interim heavyweight title will be up for grabs at UFC 304 in Manchester. Our MMA reporters and experts break down the matchups.

Despite horse racing's waning popularity, Maryland is betting $400 million to help save a neighborhood.

Ciara and Russell Wilson's son, Future, met Jayson Tatum and received the Celtics star's signed shoes for his 10th birthday.

Tyreek Hill gave young fans some excellent stories to tell from his youth football camp.

F1, F2 and F3 drivers all lined up to pay tribute to Roland Ratzenberger and Ayrton Senna at Imola, as Max Verstappen looks to defend his title.

Johnny Cardoso joined Real Betis in January, and the U.S. international has become one of the best midfielders in LaLiga. What's behind the 22-year-old's meteoric rise?

Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney has said a "massive clearout" is needed at OldTrafford in the summer and added that he believes the team should be built around captain Bruno Fernandes.

FIFA will urge all 211 national federations to mandate racist abuse in footall as a disciplinary offense.

Ederson will miss Manchester City's final Premier League game of the season and the FA Cup final, the club confirmed on Thursday.

Thomas Tuchel is open to remaining as Bayern Munich coach amid concerns he might not be offered the Manchester United job even if it becomes available, a source has told ESPN.

Cristiano Ronaldo has said he has no plans of slowing down at the age of 39 and added that he is motivated to carry on competing with the "young lions" that are coming through in the game.

Nashville SC has fired Gary Smith, the only head coach in franchise history.

Erik ten Hag assured Bruno Fernandes that Manchester United want to keep him this summer after the Portugal midfielder said he will only stay if he feels wanted at Old Trafford.

Euro 2024 hosts Germany named a largely expected preliminary squad on Thursday, with Mats Hummels and Leon Goretzka the only notable absentees.

Thomas Tuchel could stay as Bayern Munich manager if he is able to get the signings of both Bruno Fernandes and Frenkie de Jong. Transfer Talk has the latest.

Which host has the toughest road to OKC? Sleeper teams to watch? Our softball analysts to break down the 2024 regionals.

We broke down stars you need to know as the road to the WCWS begins.