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NHL coach rips players after stunning late-season collapse extends playoff drought: 'They don’t care'

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Blue Jackets coach Rick Bowness ripped his team after a stunning collapse ended in a sixth consecutive season without a playoff berth. He vowed culture changes are ahead.

Published: April 15, 2026, 12:43 pm

FIFA to implement tailgating ban at several major US World Cup venues: reports

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FIFA is implementing a tailgating ban at several major U.S. venues for the 2026 World Cup, stirring widespread debate about the pregame experience.

Published: April 15, 2026, 11:29 am

Former Chargers second-round pick Nasir Adderley signs with Colts three years after retiring at 25

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Nasir Adderley, who shocked the NFL by retiring at 25, signed with the Indianapolis Colts in a comeback bid three years after leaving the Los Angeles Chargers.

Published: April 15, 2026, 11:17 am

Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran flips off fan who allegedly told him to harm himself in loss to Twins

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Jarren Duran flipped off a fan during the Red Sox loss to the Twins, claiming the fan told him to kill himself during Tuesday night's game in Minnesota.

Published: April 15, 2026, 11:05 am

Who is Johnnie Robbie? Meet West Coast Pro's women's champion and rising star on the indie scene

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Rising pro wrestling star Johnnie Robbie headlines WrestleMania week events and aims for another championship in Las Vegas this week.

Published: April 15, 2026, 10:00 am

Raiders GM John Spytek admits to getting 'a few calls' about the No 1 pick ahead of next week's NFL Draft

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Las Vegas Raiders are expected to take Indiana QB Fernando Mendoza first overall, but GM John Spytek said teams are still calling about a trade up.

Published: April 15, 2026, 1:30 am

Caitlin Clark's newest Fever teammate has dramatic history with superstar

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Raven Johnson joins Caitlin Clark on the Indiana Fever after a viral 2023 NCAA Final Four moment between them that Johnson says led to online bullying.

Published: April 14, 2026, 11:34 pm

Orioles' Craig Albernaz says he must eat baby food for weeks after foul ball to face leads to 7 fractures

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Orioles manager Craig Albernaz suffered seven orbital fractures and a broken jaw from a foul ball, but he was back in the dugout the very next day.

Published: April 14, 2026, 11:03 pm

Sergio Garcia apologizes for his Masters meltdown, says he regrets his actions

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Sergio Garcia apologized for smashing his driver and damaging the second tee box during the final round of the Masters, saying it has no place in golf.

Published: April 14, 2026, 10:48 pm

Former Michigan coach Sherrone Moore receives punishment from stalking case stemming from firing

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Former Michigan head coach Sherrone Moore has avoided jail time, receiving 18 months' probation after allegedly stalking a staffer following his December firing.

Published: April 14, 2026, 10:20 pm

Golf analyst Kevin Kisner says CBS showed Masters shots that 'happened ten minutes ago all day' at Augusta

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Kevin Kisner ripped CBS's Masters Sunday broadcast on Barstool's Fore Play podcast, saying the coverage was minutes behind live action at Augusta National.

Published: April 14, 2026, 10:10 pm

Ilona Maher rips Quinnipiac, her alma mater, after school cuts women's rugby to club status: 'Shame on you'

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Team USA rugby star Ilona Maher posted "shame on you" on social media, directed at Quinnipiac, her alma mater, which announced it will move women's rugby to a club program.

Published: April 14, 2026, 9:05 pm

College football player, 20, killed in motorcycle crash while riding on interstate

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Kelvin Broadhurst Jr., a 20-year-old North Carolina A&T football player, died in a motorcycle crash in Greensboro after being ejected from his bike.

Published: April 14, 2026, 7:57 pm

Dianna Russini resigns from The Athletic amid Mike Vrabel controversy

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NFL reporter Dianna Russini stepped down from The Athletic on Tuesday following growing criticism surrounding her relationship with New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel.

Published: April 14, 2026, 7:53 pm

Public transportation prices hit absurd levels for World Cup games: report

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NJ Transit tickets from MetLife Stadium to Penn Station are reportedly set to cost over $100 for World Cup matches, up from the usual $12.90 fare.

Published: April 14, 2026, 6:52 pm

Legendary Olympic hockey coach admits he used fake COVID vaccination card for Beijing Games

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Swiss Olympic hockey coach Patrick Fischer admitted he used a fake vaccination card to bypass China's strict COVID-19 rules at the Beijing Olympics.

Published: April 14, 2026, 4:50 pm

Heat star Jaime Jaquez Jr celebrates sister's WNBA Draft selection with heartfelt message

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The Chicago Sky drafted Gabriela Jaquez with the No. 5 overall pick in the WNBA Draft, and her brother, Jaime Jaquez Jr., who plays for the Miami Heat, congratulated her.

Published: April 14, 2026, 4:44 pm

Astros star delivers explicit message to team as downhill spiral continues amid losing streak

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Carlos Correa bluntly called out the Houston Astros for playing bad baseball amid a six-game losing streak, as injuries have ravaged the roster.

Published: April 14, 2026, 4:02 pm

Jaguars' Travis Hunter pushes back on report of positional usage: 'Who told you that?'

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Travis Hunter responded on X after a report said the Jacksonville Jaguars plan to use the 2024 Heisman Trophy winner as a full-time corner, part-time receiver.

Published: April 14, 2026, 3:20 pm

Callaway launches limited-edition USA 250 golf collection honoring America's 250th anniversary

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Callaway released a limited-edition USA 250 golf collection celebrating America 250, with drivers, putters, wedges, all with a patriotic design.

Published: April 14, 2026, 2:03 pm

Aaron Judge, Mike Trout's home run duel enters MLB history books

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Aaron Judge and Mike Trout traded home runs in an epic New York Yankees-Los Angeles Angels duel, achieving a feats not seen in many years.

Published: April 14, 2026, 12:38 pm

Pacers' Tyrese Haliburton talks shingles battle as he recovers from torn Achilles

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Tyrese Haliburton reveals he's battling shingles while recovering from a torn Achilles, saying medication hasn't worked and nerve pain has lasted months.

Published: April 14, 2026, 11:47 am

Orioles manager Craig Albernaz takes line drive to face in terrifying scene

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Craig Albernaz was struck by a line drive off Jeremiah Jackson's bat during the Orioles' win over the Diamondbacks on Monday and left for an evaluation.

Published: April 14, 2026, 11:11 am

WNBA commissioner plays gender card when asked about future

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WNBA Commissioner Cathy Engelbert played the gender card when asked about her future, wondering if a male commissioner would face the same question.

Published: April 14, 2026, 10:44 am

Azzi Fudd goes No 1 in WNBA Draft to Wings, reunites with Paige Bueckers with historic $500K salary

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Azzi Fudd went first overall to the Dallas Wings in the 2026 WNBA Draft, earning a historic $500,000 rookie salary under the league's new CBA agreement.

Published: April 14, 2026, 10:14 am

Big 12 bold predictions for 2026: DJ Lagway thrives at Baylor, Deion Sanders era at Colorado ends

One bold prediction for all 16 Big 12 teams, who are breaking in newcomers with hopes of winning big

Published: April 15, 2026, 2:48 pm

Red Sox vs. Twins prediction, odds, time: 2026 MLB picks for Wednesday, April 15, from proven model

SportsLine's model simulated Boston Red Sox vs. Minnesota Twins 10,000 times and revealed its MLB picks for Wednesday's matchup

Published: April 15, 2026, 2:45 pm

Karter Knox commits to Louisville: Arkansas star, former Kentucky commit, joins Cardinals top-ranked class

The former Kentucky commit is a four-star addition for the Cardinals and Pat Kelsey

Published: April 15, 2026, 2:43 pm

Fantasy Baseball Today: Mick Abel headlines must-add arms as pitching attrition mounts

Emerging arms and waiver-wire targets become critical to sustaining your rotation as injuries pile up

Published: April 15, 2026, 2:41 pm

CM Punk says he may have never returned to WWE if he got a WrestleMania main event spot in his first run

Punk headlines WrestleMania 42 against Roman Reigns, something he was never given the chance to do in his first run with the company

Published: April 15, 2026, 2:36 pm

Mets owner Steve Cohen asks fans to 'hang in there' as team drops seventh straight game

The Mets lost a pitcher's duel to the Dodgers Tuesday night to extend their losing streak

Published: April 15, 2026, 2:36 pm

2026 NFL Draft rumors: Cowboys pursuing defense if they trade up, latest on Aaron Rodgers

Dallas has started kicking the tires on teams inside the top 10 while the Steelers are in a predicament

Published: April 15, 2026, 2:35 pm

Erik Spoelstra says Hornets' LaMelo Ball should've been ejected over Bam Adebayo play; league to review

Spoelstra called out the 'stupid play' that caused Adebayo to miss almost three quarters of the game

Published: April 15, 2026, 2:33 pm

Cubs vs. Phillies prediction, odds, line, time: 2026 MLB picks for Wednesday, April 15 from advanced model

SportsLine's model simulated the Chicago Cubs vs. Philadelphia Phillies 10,000 times and revealed its MLB predictions for Wednesday's matchup

Published: April 15, 2026, 2:31 pm

Michigan basketball under Dusty May: Insiders reveal transfer portal news, 2026 recruits, roster, best targets

The MichiganInsider team has deep-rooted ties inside the Michigan program and reveals the latest 2026 Michigan basketball roster updates following the Wolverines' national championship

Published: April 15, 2026, 2:30 pm

2026 Kentucky Derby horses, odds, futures, preview, date: Expert who hit 12 Derby-Oaks Doubles tells picks

When is the Kentucky Derby 2026? Jody Demling revealed his 2026 Kentucky Derby picks for the Run for the Roses on Saturday, May 2 at Churchill Downs

Published: April 15, 2026, 2:23 pm

Kentucky basketball under Mark Pope: Insiders reveal transfer portal news, 2026 recruits, roster, best targets

The CatsPause team has deep-rooted ties inside the Wildcats program and reveals the latest 2026 Kentucky basketball roster updates and offseason news

Published: April 15, 2026, 2:20 pm

Eagles top options for Round 1 of NFL Draft include potential successors for Lane Johnson and Dallas Goedert

Philadelphia has a chance to get ahead of its needs with a late first-round pick

Published: April 15, 2026, 2:14 pm

Alabama WR Germie Bernard, Louisville WR Chris Bell and the rest of 'my guys' in the 2026 NFL Draft

The 2026 NFL Draft is now just eight days away

Published: April 15, 2026, 2:15 pm

Use DraftKings promo code to get $300 bonus bets for 76ers-Magic, Warriors-Clippers, Braves-Marlins Wednesday

DraftKings offers $300 in bonus bets if your first $5 bet wins for MLB and NBA betting on Wednesday

Published: April 15, 2026, 2:06 pm

Over/Under betting: What is it, how it works and best strategies for betting totals

We'll go over what Over/Under betting is and how bettors should approach totals when making wagers in 2026

Published: April 15, 2026, 2:04 pm

Point spread betting: What it is, how to bet and best strategies in 2026

We'll take a look at what point spread betting is, how it works and offer some tips for how bettors should approach spreads

Published: April 15, 2026, 2:01 pm

College basketball rankings: This time St. John's lands elite PG, jumps up in way-too-early Top 25 And 1

Rick Pitino secured a commitment from Quinn Ellis, a PG from England

Published: April 15, 2026, 2:49 pm

Arsenal vs. Sporting CP odds, expert best bets: Champions League quarterfinal second leg prediction

SportsLine soccer expert Martin Green has analyzed Wednesday's Champions League quarterfinal second leg between Arsenal and Sporting CP and locked in his best bets

Published: April 15, 2026, 2:00 pm

Betting strategies: Best approaches, guidelines for sports bettors April 2026

We'll go over some betting strategies and guidelines for those interested in making wagers on sports events

Published: April 15, 2026, 1:53 pm

NHL Power Rankings: Sabres far exceed preseason expectations, Panthers bottom out after consecutive Cup titles

Looking back on our preseason expectations for every team

Published: April 15, 2026, 1:49 pm

Use BetMGM bonus code CBSSPORTS to get $150 in bonus bets for 76ers-Magic, Warriors-Clippers, MLB on Wednesday

Use the latest MGM promo code CBSSPORTS get $150 in bonus bets for MLB and NBA betting on Wednesday

Published: April 15, 2026, 1:48 pm

Kenley Jansen records 479th career save, moves past Lee Smith into third place on all-time list

Jansen is now behind just Mariano Rivera and Trevor Hoffman in MLB history

Published: April 15, 2026, 1:48 pm

What are parlays? How to bet parlays guide

Here's everything you need to know about parlay betting in 2026

Published: April 15, 2026, 1:48 pm

Prop betting: What is it, how does it work and how to bet on props in April 2026

Here's everything you need to know about prop betting and how to bet on props at sportsbooks

Published: April 15, 2026, 1:45 pm

Fantasy Baseball Prospects Report: Didier Fuentes' day is coming; Sam Antonacci still waiting his turn

Also, Max Clark has an open path with the Tigers, if they're willing to let him through

Published: April 15, 2026, 1:44 pm

Bayern Munich vs. Real Madrid odds, prediction: Expert's best bets on Champions League quarterfinal second leg

SportsLine soccer expert Jon Eimer offers his best bets for Bayern Munich vs. Real Madrid in the Champions League quarterfinals

Published: April 15, 2026, 1:40 pm

MLB trends: Garrett Crochet's missing velocity, Munetaka Murakami's weak spot and a weird reliever fluke

Here's how the league is looking three weeks into the regular season

Published: April 15, 2026, 1:30 pm

2026 NFL Draft: Buyer beware on Ty Simpson, Rueben Bain Jr. and these other top prospects

Even though these draft prospects are highly sought after, they come with inherent risk

Published: April 15, 2026, 1:29 pm

2026 RBC Heritage odds, picks, field, date: Surprising PGA predictions from golf model that's nailed 17 majors

SportsLine's model simulated the 2026 RBC Heritage 10,000 times and revealed its surprising PGA Tour picks for Hilton Head

Published: April 15, 2026, 1:09 pm

Red-hot Golden Knights no-brainer NHL pick to beat eliminated Kraken, clinch Pacific Division title Wednesday

The Golden Knights have no right losing at home to the Kraken on Wednesday.

Published: April 15, 2026, 12:56 pm

2026 NBA Play-In Tournament predictions, odds, picks for April 15: This parlay returns over +600

After 10,000 simulations, SportsLine's model reveals its top NBA picks today

Published: April 15, 2026, 1:22 pm

Why Tatsuya Imai thinks his trouble adjusting to 'American lifestyle' could be the reason for his arm injury

The Astros pitcher is in his first season in MLB after seven years with the Seibu Lions in Japan

Published: April 15, 2026, 12:45 pm

LaMelo Ball goes from goat to hero as Hornets top Heat in overtime; UEFA Champions League semifinals to be set

Plus, our NBA postseason player rankings and way-too-early 2027 WNBA mock draft

Published: April 15, 2026, 12:45 pm

LaMelo Ball goes from goat to hero in OT as Hornets oust Heat | UEFA Champions League semifinals to be set

Plus our NBA postseason player rankings and way-too-early 2027 WNBA mock draft

Published: April 15, 2026, 12:35 pm

2026 NFL Draft: Revisiting top non-quarterback first-round trades over the past decade

These trades shaped the futures of teams throughout the league

Published: April 15, 2026, 12:13 pm

Kiper's new two-round NFL mock draft: 64 picks, 64 landing spots for top prospects

Mel Kiper Jr. predicts 64 picks across the first two rounds of the draft, including two potential trades, a few QB landing spots and plenty of impact additions.

Published: April 15, 2026, 2:47 pm

Barnwell: Why four teams should trade up in Round 1 -- and six should trade down

Would it make sense for the Eagles, Bears and Chiefs to trade up? Here's our advice for 10 teams.

Published: April 15, 2026, 2:47 pm

Spo: Ball should've been tossed for Adebayo trip

Heat center Bam Adebayo suffered a lower back injury after a fall in the second quarter and was ruled out in the second half.

Published: April 15, 2026, 2:47 pm

Blazers ride Avdija's 41 over Suns, grab 7th seed

Deni Avdija scored 41 points to help the Blazers erase an 11-point deficit in the fourth quarter for a 114-110 win over the Suns that secured the No. 7 seed in the Western Conference playoffs.

Published: April 15, 2026, 2:47 pm

Sources: Giants' talks with Lawrence hit impasse

The Giants and star defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence II have reached an impasse on talks over a new contract extension, sources told NFL Network on Tuesday night.

Published: April 15, 2026, 2:47 pm

Duran: Obscene gesture due to fan crossing line

Red Sox outfielder Jarren Duran directed an obscene gesture toward a fan who he said told him to "kill myself" during Boston's loss to the Twins on Tuesday.

Published: April 15, 2026, 2:47 pm

Full plate: Lehigh scores 20 runs in first inning

Thirty-two Lehigh players batted during a 20-run first inning that set an NCAA record during a 38-6 blowout win over Coppin State.

Published: April 15, 2026, 2:47 pm

Sources: Ekitike ruptures Achilles, misses WC

Hugo Ekitike will miss the World Cup and be out for at least nine months after he ruptured his Achilles tendon on Tuesday night, a source told ESPN.

Published: April 15, 2026, 3:17 pm

Jackets coach torches players: 'They don't care'

Blue Jackets coach Rick Bowness questioned his players' desire to win after an uninspiring season-ending loss to the Capitals.

Published: April 15, 2026, 2:47 pm

Undecided Ovi hears chants of 'One more year!'

Alex Ovechkin, who assisted on Jakob Chychrun's go-ahead goal during the third period of the Washington Capitals' 2-1 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets in the season finale Tuesday, heard chants of "One more year!" from fans during the final minute.

Published: April 15, 2026, 2:47 pm

📈 CFB Way-Too-Early Top 25: Spring update

With rosters settled and practices underway, we rank the top contenders for the 2026 college football season.

Published: April 15, 2026, 2:47 pm

LeBron outside the top 20?! Steph at 50?! How we ranked this postseason's stars

ESPN analyst Zach Kram ranked and tiered the 50 NBA players most likely to make the biggest impacts in the postseason.

Published: April 15, 2026, 3:54 pm

NBA season grades: Why play-in darling Charlotte gets one of 7 A's

Tim Bontemps grades all 30 teams, from surprise contenders to franchises banking on lottery luck.

Published: April 15, 2026, 3:54 pm

'It's harder than it looks on TV': What MLB players really think of automated ball-strike challenge rule

ABS has been the talk of the MLB season. Here's what those in the game say about the new rule -- and how it changes their jobs.

Published: April 15, 2026, 2:50 pm

The art of pitching, according to the two best pitchers on the planet

From the rise of velocity to AI, Tarik Skubal and Paul Skenes share the finer points of the craft.

Published: April 15, 2026, 2:50 pm

'He wants a Cy Young': With his arm at full strength, Shohei Ohtani is a man on a mission

Dodgers teammates say MLB's most singular star has set his sights on another history-making achievement.

Published: April 15, 2026, 2:53 pm

The legacy of Jackie Robinson, baseball's greatest agent of change

On Jackie Robinson Day, we remember one of the game's most legendary players and his lasting impact.

Published: April 15, 2026, 2:53 pm

Postseason roundtable: NHL player, coach, GM predict the 2026 Stanley Cup playoffs

Which team is better than we think? Who has the most flop potential? And who wins the Cup?

Published: April 15, 2026, 1:52 pm

NHL playoff watch: What's on the line in Wednesday's games

There isn't much season left to determine seeding and draft lottery order. Here's what you need to know.

Published: April 15, 2026, 1:52 pm

WNBA draft reaction: Breaking down best picks, shocking trade and more

Our staff weighs in on the best picks and biggest takeaways of this year's WNBA draft.

Published: April 15, 2026, 3:09 pm

From an A+ ... to a D: Breaking down every team's draft

One team set the curve with an A+. Three got A grades, including Dallas for picking Azzi Fudd. But one got a D.

Published: April 15, 2026, 3:09 pm

Akheem Mesidor's long, long road to the NFL

The Miami defensive end once struggled to make an impact in youth football. Now, he's a potential first-round pick.

Published: April 15, 2026, 11:23 am

The college football fan's guide to this year's NFL draft: Top schools, trends, more

Attention college football fans: The NFL draft is coming. Here's everything you need to know.

Published: April 15, 2026, 3:09 pm

Paul Heyman and the making of a wrestling god

The style that Heyman helped pioneer -- violent, confrontational, anti-corporate -- forever changed the course of pro wrestling.

Published: April 15, 2026, 3:37 pm

WrestleMania 42: Key stats for all 13 matches across both nights

With eight title bouts in two nights, WrestleMania 42 is stacked. Get caught up before this weekend's PLE.

Published: April 15, 2026, 3:37 pm

Mascherano exit highlights Miami's delicate, Messi-centric balancing act

Javier Mascherano quitting as Inter Miami manager illustrates how hard it's becoming to keep an aging Lionel Messi happy within a team in transition.

Published: April 15, 2026, 3:34 pm

From New Jersey to Copa del Rey? Matarazzo reaching new heights in Europe

Pellegrino Matarazzo could soon be first U.S.-born coach to win a trophy in one of Europe's top five leagues.

Published: April 15, 2026, 3:34 pm

Liverpool have star power, but PSG show it takes more than talent to truly sparkle

Liverpool's Champions League journey ended with a whimper Tuesday at the hands of a clinical Paris Saint-Germain.

Published: April 15, 2026, 2:56 pm

Despite Barça's strong effort, Atléti end their Champions League hopes

Barcelona looked to stage a comeback, but Atlético Madrid did enough to prevent the Blaugrana from advancing.

Published: April 15, 2026, 2:56 pm

Overreactions: Can Arsenal, Spurs stop downward spiral?

Let's overreact to last weekend's Premier League action, from Arsenal's slip in the title race to alarm bells ringing at Tottenham.

Published: April 15, 2026, 2:54 pm

Can Jordan Chiles end her career with an NCAA team title?

Jordan Chiles enters her final NCAA championships as the most recognizable face in gymnastics -- and hopes to lead UCLA to its first title since 2018.

Published: April 15, 2026, 3:28 pm

Men's transfer buzz: How Final Four teams are reloading

Who's leaving, who's staying, and who's coming? Let's take a look at 2026's last teams standing.

Published: April 15, 2026, 3:43 pm

Men's transfer portal: Tracking who's on the move, commitments

Tracking news and updates for players entering -- and exiting -- the transfer portal for the 2026-27 season.

Published: April 15, 2026, 3:43 pm

Keys to the offseason: Free agency and draft plans for every eliminated NHL team

We explore the next moves each team should make this summer and forecast expectations for 2026-27.

Published: April 15, 2026, 2:58 pm

WNBA free agency and trade tracker: Clark to Wings, Plum back to Sparks

WNBA free agency is here. Kelsey Plum is returning to Los Angeles. Kayla McBride is returning to Minnesota.

Published: April 15, 2026, 3:10 pm

WNBA trade grades: Grading Sky's latest move, Rickea Jackson's fit

The Sky keep making moves! How does Rickea Jackson fit into their plans?

Published: April 15, 2026, 3:10 pm

Predicting the entire NBA postseason -- with a surprise champion

ESPN's Zach Kram decides each NBA playoff series through the Finals. Who will square off in June?

Published: April 15, 2026, 3:11 pm

Postseason preview: Matchups, biggest questions and what to know

Everything you need to know for the Thunder, Pistons, Spurs, Celtics and 16 other teams chasing the NBA title.

Published: April 15, 2026, 3:11 pm

How to bet the RBC Heritage: Schauffele, Aberg among standouts this week

All of the traits bettors should be looking for at the RBC Heritage, and the best bets to make.

Published: April 15, 2026, 3:44 pm

Remembering 'Coach Mac': Jeff Legwold shares his best Dave McGinnis memories

Legwold and the late McGinnis formed a bond over combine breakfasts, large trucks, makeshift wallets and bobbleheads.

Published: April 15, 2026, 3:11 pm

Men's pound-for-pound rankings: Fury misses out, new name joins top 10

Tyson Fury's victory in his boxing return wasn't enough to re-enter the top 10. Here are the latest ESPN pound-for-pound rankings.

Published: April 15, 2026, 2:16 pm

MMA pound-for-pound rankings: Suarez seizes control of a spot in women's top 10

Onetime UFC strawweight title challenger secures her spot in the ESPN P4P rankings with dominant wrestling.

Published: April 15, 2026, 2:16 pm

UCLA baseball team to don retro No. 42 tribute uniforms ahead of Jackie Robinson Day

The barrier-breaking MLB legend played four sports at UCLA, and the presently top-ranked Bruins baseball team will honor his legacy Tuesday with throwback threads.

Published: April 15, 2026, 1:01 am

Closer stock watch: O'Brien thriving in St. Louis

Everything fantasy baseball managers need to know about which closers should be added, dropped and more.

Published: April 14, 2026, 5:24 pm

Fantasy baseball news: Boston loses again, Willson Contreras leaves early

All of the important fantasy spin and actionable takeaways resulting from the latest baseball news.

Published: April 14, 2026, 5:24 pm

Draft insight: What to expect from Betts, Fudd and more

Which 2026 WNBA draft picks are ready to contribute this season, and which should you stash for the future?

Published: April 14, 2026, 7:43 pm

Top 10 tips to play and win ESPN fantasy women's basketball like the pros

Your guide to research, drafting and roster strategy to play (and win) this season.

Published: April 14, 2026, 7:43 pm

Transfer rumors, news: Man United, Liverpool, Chelsea eye Bournemouth striker

AFC Bournemouth striker Junior Kroupi has caught the eye of Manchester United, Liverpool, and Chelsea. Transfer Talk has the latest.

Published: April 15, 2026, 9:25 am

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The Ben Whittaker whirlwind continues as the serious part of his career begins

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Whittaker is on the outside, looking in at the more established Britons at his weight, but he is calculating his next few moves...

Published: April 15, 2026, 2:25 pm

Starmer congratulates former Arsenal star on trophy win during PMQs

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Sir Keir Starmer used an appearance at Prime Minister's Questions on Wednesday (15 April) to celebrate a former Arsenal star's trophy win.

Published: April 15, 2026, 2:20 pm

Why Zhao Xintong is the man to finally break the ‘Crucible Curse’

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No first-time winner has ever defended the World Snooker Championship title at the Crucible but the Chinese superstar is primed to make more history, writes Luke Baker

Published: April 15, 2026, 2:09 pm

How much are WWE stars paid for WrestleMania?

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CM Punk, Roman Reigns and Randy Orton are among the starring names this year, while the legendary John Cena will host

Published: April 15, 2026, 2:08 pm

WrestleMania 42 predictions as Randy Orton eyes history against former friend Cody Rhodes

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CM Punk, Roman Reigns and Orton are among the starring names, while the legendary John Cena will host and several celebrities will feature

Published: April 15, 2026, 2:08 pm

Lionel Messi ‘facing bombshell lawsuit’ for missing Argentina match

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The football legend and the Argentina Football Association are reportedly being sued after Messi missed an international match last year

Published: April 15, 2026, 1:57 pm

England fans slam ‘rip off’ World cup train fare as tickets hiked from $13 to $100

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An England fans support service said they were ‘initially told the prices would remain as standard’

Published: April 15, 2026, 1:50 pm

Best football betting sites: Top 10 ranked and reviewed (April 2026)

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We’ve compared over 50 licensed football betting sites to bring you the best 10 football bookmakers on the market

Published: April 15, 2026, 1:15 pm

Two fans given stadium bans for breaking new tailgating law at Carabao Cup final

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A new law on tailgating at football matches came into effect last month ahead of the Carabao Cup final

Published: April 15, 2026, 1:09 pm

Eddie Hearn says Katie Taylor deserves Croke Park farewell fight as he gives Joshua-Fury update

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Eddie Hearn is keen for Katie Taylor to box at Croke Park before she hangs up her gloves

Published: April 15, 2026, 12:50 pm

The painful Liverpool decision created by Hugo Ekitike’s disastrous injury

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The Reds were eliminated in the Champions League quarter-finals, but without the injured Hugo Ekitike, writes Richard Jolly, Arne Slot faces a major call on Alexander Isak in the battle to finish inside the top five

Published: April 15, 2026, 12:30 pm

Virgil van Dijk admits he’s ‘not in a good place’ after Liverpool’s Champions League exit

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Virgil van Dijk admitted Liverpool deserved to lose their Champions League tie with PSG

Published: April 15, 2026, 12:30 pm

Rory McIlroy backed to win 10 Masters titles after successful Augusta defence

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McIlroy successfully defended his Masters title on Sunday as he held his nerve at Augusta National

Published: April 15, 2026, 11:56 am

England World Cup winner Ellie Kildunne lifts lid on her body dysmorphia battle during lockdown

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Kildunne starred in England’s World Cup triumph last year, but has now opened up on her struggle with body dysmorphia

Published: April 15, 2026, 11:15 am

Ben Stokes says he’s ‘quite lucky’ to be alive after horrifying training accident

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Stokes was struck in the face by a ball during a Durham academy session in February

Published: April 15, 2026, 11:00 am

England found a different way to beat Spain – but one quality still shone through

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England 1-0 Spain: Rather than chasing the game, as they did throughout the Euros, the Lionesses were made to defend their lead after Lauren Hemp’s goal inside three minutes

Published: April 15, 2026, 10:52 am

Adam Peaty outlines goals on road to LA28 after British Championships victory

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Adam Peaty laid down a marker by storming to victory in the 100m breaststroke at the British Championships on Tuesday

Published: April 15, 2026, 10:43 am

Meet Adam Wilkie, the marketing manager trying to match father’s swimming world record

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Adam Wilkie has quit his desk job in a bid to match the world-record time of his father, British Olympic swimming great David Wilkie, who passed away in 2024

Published: April 15, 2026, 10:34 am

Raphinha fumes over refereeing as Barcelona exit Champions League: ‘It was a robbery’

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Barcelona finished both legs of their quarter-final tie with Atletico Madrid with 10 men as they exited the Champions League

Published: April 15, 2026, 10:20 am

Wimbledon warm-up event to take place in Italy – and it could be inside iconic stadium

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Italy have won the rights to host a ATP 250-level tournament in two years and it will take place on grass

Published: April 15, 2026, 10:15 am

Paddy Power betting sign up offer: 50/1 odds over 0.5 goals Bayern v Real Madrid

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Everything you need to know about Paddy Power’s latest betting offer for Bayern against Real Madrid this evening

Published: April 15, 2026, 10:00 am

Is Bayern Munich v Real Madrid on TV? Channel, kick-off time and how to watch Champions League quarter-final

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Everything you need to know ahead of the second leg of this Champions League quarter-final

Published: April 15, 2026, 9:41 am

Best betting sign up offers and free bets for 2026

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Published: April 15, 2026, 9:16 am

Jonjo Shelvey announces retirement and immediately moves into management

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Shelvey has taken charge of Arabian ⁠Falcons ​in the ⁠United Arab Emirates' third tier

Published: April 15, 2026, 9:14 am

Jamie Carragher blasts Arne Slot for benching Mohamed Salah against PSG

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Slot opted to start a “nowhere near fit” Alexander Isak ahead of Salah against PSG

Published: April 15, 2026, 8:38 am

Hugo Ekitike suffers ‘really bad’ injury in huge blow to Liverpool and World Cup hopes

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Ekitike started alongside Alexander Isak against PSG on his return from injury but their night together was curtailed within half an hour

Published: April 15, 2026, 6:54 am

Bayern Munich vs Real Madrid prediction: Champions League betting tips and odds

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Follow our football betting tips as Real Madrid travel to Bayern Munich in the second leg of the Champions League quarter final

Published: April 15, 2026, 6:52 am

Arsenal are haunted by their past but Max Dowman’s fearlessness could save them

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Arsenal will hope a destructive three weeks does not carry over into the Champions League as they seem susceptible to collapse in the Premier League title race

Published: April 15, 2026, 6:44 am

Is Arsenal v Sporting on TV? Channel, kick-off time and how to watch Champions League quarter-final

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Everything you need to know ahead of the crucial second leg of this Champions League quarter-final

Published: April 15, 2026, 6:27 am

Arne Slot boosted by Liverpool display but fears serious Hugo Ekitike injury

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The forward went off on a stretcher in the first half of the 2-0 defeat to Paris St Germain.

Published: April 15, 2026, 12:54 am

Liverpool vs PSG LIVE: Arne Slot sweats over Hugo Ekitike injury update after Champions League exit

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Liverpool 0-2 PSG (0-4 agg.): Dembele’s brace sends the holders through and sets up a semi-final tie against Real Madrid or Bayern Munich

Published: April 14, 2026, 10:46 pm

Pundits claim Liverpool are now ‘underdogs’ for Merseyside derby

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A disjointed performance in the Champions League loss to PSG prompted Wayne Rooney and Robbie Fowler to claim the Reds were underdogs for this weekend’s derby

Published: April 14, 2026, 10:34 pm

Arne Slot fumes over VAR trend as penalty call costs Liverpool dearly in Champions League

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Liverpool saw their Champions League hopes slip away after a second-half penalty was controversially overturned

Published: April 14, 2026, 10:29 pm

The stark reality facing Liverpool after PSG cause Champions League deja vu

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Liverpool 0-2 Paris Saint-Germain (0-4 agg.): Arne Slot’s side looked so far off the European elite as they crashed out of the Champions League to the holders

Published: April 14, 2026, 10:25 pm

Adam Peaty takes 100m breaststroke gold in British national championships as bid for LA 2028 begins

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The three-time Olympic champion produced the second-quickest time in the world this year

Published: April 14, 2026, 10:17 pm

Atletico Madrid survive barrage from 10-man Barcelona to reach Champions League semi-finals

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Atletico Madrid 1-2 Barcelona: Diego Simeone’s side were in dreamland as the visitors - reduced to 10 men in both legs of this tie - won on the night, but not by enough to deny Atleti progression to the last four

Published: April 14, 2026, 9:55 pm

NJ Transit to charge more than $100 for short train ride from New York’s Penn Station to MetLife for World Cup games: report

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A NJ Transit spokesperson said the agency has not yet finalized its game day ticket prices

Published: April 14, 2026, 9:17 pm

Major Fury vs Joshua contract update issued by Eddie Hearn as next move becomes clear

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Interview: Anthony Joshua’s promoter told The Independent and other publications that ‘AJ’ will almost certainly face another opponent before fighting Tyson Fury

Published: April 14, 2026, 9:08 pm

England v Spain live: Lionesses claim crucial win over rivals in Women’s World Cup qualifier

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England 1-0 Spain: The Lionesses claimed a crucial win in qualifying for the 2027 World Cup thanks to Lauren Hemp’s early goal at Wembley

Published: April 14, 2026, 8:57 pm

Ben Stokes plays down talk of any Ashes rift with Brendon McCullum

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Stokes has responded to reports of a rift with McCullum during England’s Ashes defeat in Australia

Published: April 14, 2026, 8:25 pm

Sergio Garcia apologises for destroying Masters tee box during outburst

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Since his playoff victory over Justin Rose at Augusta National in 2017, Garcia has not secured a top-10 finish in the 29 majors he has played

Published: April 14, 2026, 8:24 pm

Anthony Joshua on track to fight Tyson Fury in November – Eddie Hearn

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Britain’s former world heavyweight champions are set to finally face off after a July warm-up for Joshua.

Published: April 14, 2026, 6:55 pm

Grand National Festival winner disqualified four days after Aintree race

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The horse has been disqualified after winning a race at the Grand National Festival on Friday

Published: April 14, 2026, 6:54 pm

Oleksandr Usyk lifts lid on Anthony Joshua friendship and predicts Tyson Fury fight

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Interview: Usyk has been training with Joshua, who was ringside to watch Fury win on his return to boxing last week

Published: April 14, 2026, 6:00 pm

Paul Scholes claims ‘Arsenal are gone’ in Premier League title race

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Arsenal have lost their last three domestic matches, and are set to face Manchester City this weekend

Published: April 14, 2026, 5:57 pm

Mary Earps given rousing reception in retirement send-off as Lionesses face Spain at Wembley

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The former England No 1 received backlash for comments in her explosive autobiography published last year but all seemed forgiven at Wembley

Published: April 14, 2026, 5:55 pm

Lionel Messi’s Inter Miami stunned as manager Javier Mascherano announces shock exit

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Javier Mascherano has left Inter Miami after a little over a year in charge

Published: April 14, 2026, 5:42 pm

Rico Verhoeven on how Anthony Joshua ‘tragedy’ set up shock Oleksandr Usyk fight

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Interview: The kickboxing icon spoke to The Independent and other publications ahead of his title fight against boxing champion Usyk, which will take place at the pyramids of Giza

Published: April 14, 2026, 5:30 pm

Eberechi Eze vows to block outside noise as Arsenal aim to silence doubters

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Eze insists he does not care how rival fans feel about Arsenal as the Gunners look to end their trophy drought

Published: April 14, 2026, 4:39 pm

US Soccer sporting director Matt Crocker quits just two months before World Cup

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The shock departure comes only two months before the US co-hosts the World Cup

Published: April 14, 2026, 4:24 pm

Carlos Ulberg offers verdict on Jiri Prochazka rematch after bizarre UFC 327 fight

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Ulberg injured his knee in the UFC 327 main event but still found a way to knock out Prochazka and win gold

Published: April 14, 2026, 4:23 pm

FIFA weighs asking Trump to stop ICE raids during the World Cup: report

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The move could ease countries concerns about ICE operations during the tournament which is expected to draw more than one million international fans

Published: April 14, 2026, 3:35 pm

Bruno Fernandes: Man Utd focus on Champions League spot after painful Leeds loss

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The Red Devils suffered a first Premier League defeat to their Roses rivals in over 23 years on Monday.

Published: April 14, 2026, 3:13 pm

Mikel Arteta has ‘zero fear’ of Arsenal collapse as he urges his players to seize ‘incredible opportunity’

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Arsenal’s season is in danger of falling apart after three consecutive domestic losses

Published: April 14, 2026, 3:12 pm

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