Sports

by Jeremy Fowler and Katherine Terrell on May 16, 2025 at 3:33 pm

Derek Carr surprisingly announced his retirement on May 10. The decision — and the timing — has insiders throughout the league talking.

by Liz Loza on May 16, 2025 at 3:31 pm

Liz Loza helps fantasy managers separate the facts from the feelings leading up to the start of the 2025 WNBA season.

by ESPN on May 16, 2025 at 3:21 pm

Manchester United minority owner, Sir Jim Ratcliffe, has seen his wealth fall by £6.473 billion in the past 12 months, according to the latest Sunday Times rich list.

by Cesar Hernandez on May 16, 2025 at 3:21 pm

Manchester United midfielder Casemiro has praised the hiring of Real Madrid’s Carlo Ancelotti for the Brazilian national team.

by Rachel Doerrie on May 16, 2025 at 3:10 pm

Only one out of 32 prospect pools is truly balanced. For the rest, here’s what they need to do on June 27-28.

by Bill Connelly on May 16, 2025 at 3:08 pm

Bill Connelly picks top players, teams and what to watch for in the college softball regionals.

by Dave Wilson on May 16, 2025 at 3:08 pm

Palo Alto to Lubbock: Inside why NiJaree Canady transferred to Texas Tech. 

by David Schoenfield on May 16, 2025 at 3:07 pm

This weekend’s Subway Series is the latest chapter in NYC’s epic hardball history.

by Marco Wutz on May 16, 2025 at 3:06 pm

The latest content update for NBA 2K25 is live with some Knicks-centric rewards.

by ESPN Staff on May 16, 2025 at 3:04 pm

Toronto must win to to keep the series going. Plus, catch up on Thursday’s highlights and top players.

by Sam Marsden and Moises Llorens on May 16, 2025 at 3:01 pm

Barcelona’s Yamal: ‘Winning always on my mind’

by Reuters on May 16, 2025 at 3:01 pm

Bayer Leverkusen will try to set a German league record with a 34th away game in a row without defeat when they take on Mainz 05 in the Bundesliga finale on Saturday.

by ESPN on May 16, 2025 at 3:01 pm

Kane will play his former side Tottenham for the second successive summer with Bayern set to host the north London side in a preseason clash in August.

by ESPN on May 16, 2025 at 3:00 pm

Kirby Smart has to be No. 1, or does he? What about Ryan Day? Or Marcus Freeman? Who made our list — and why.

by Sam Marsden and Moises Llorens on May 16, 2025 at 2:48 pm

Barcelona coach Hansi Flick was praised for getting his celebrating players off the pitch as tensions threatened to spill over after they secured the LaLiga title on Thursday with a 2-0 win at Espanyol.

by Lizzy Becherano on May 16, 2025 at 2:47 pm

San Jose Earthquakes head coach Bruce Arena helped save Lionel Messi from receiving a red card following the final whistle of Wednesday night’s game against Inter Miami.

by NBA insiders on May 16, 2025 at 2:46 pm

Here’s what has stood out from the latest playoff games of the second round.

by Ryan McGee on May 16, 2025 at 2:44 pm

Lewis Hamilton is not accustomed to losing, but he’s been doing a lot of it. Will that ever change at Ferrari?

by Bill Connelly and Ryan O’Hanlon on May 16, 2025 at 2:41 pm

It’s time to rank all 20 teams in the Premier League one final time! Did Man United or Man City bounce back? Could Forest and Tottenham hang on?

by Sam Marsden and Moisés Llorens on May 16, 2025 at 2:41 pm

Flick won LaLiga with Europe’s most thrilling team. Here’s how he did it.

by Tim Keown on May 16, 2025 at 2:33 pm

As the WNBA finally comes to the Bay Area, eager supporters seem willing to overlook roster question marks.

by Alexa Philippou, Katie Barnes, Kendra Andrews, Kevin Pelton and Michael Voepel on May 16, 2025 at 2:33 pm

New York seeks back-to-back titles and A’ja Wilson is after another MVP. But our expert picks lean toward the Lynx.

by Chris Herring on May 16, 2025 at 2:33 pm

Chris Herring examines why the Mikal Bridges-OG Anunoby duo is so important to the Knicks’ closeout chances.

by Greg Wyshynski on May 16, 2025 at 2:31 pm

Next season would be the 21st in the NHL for Washington captain Alex Ovechkin, who will turn 40 in September.

by ESPN on May 16, 2025 at 2:31 pm

The Yankees’ superstar outfielder is outdoing even himself so far. Will he go over or under his current pace?

on May 16, 2025 at 2:31 pm

Jhonattan Vegas made five birdies on his last six holes to shoot 7-under 64 — his best score in 45 rounds at the majors — and leads the PGA Championship by two shots.

on May 16, 2025 at 2:31 pm

Quarterback Caleb Williams looked to find a way around the NFL’s collective bargaining agreement in an effort to avoid being drafted by the Chicago Bears, details from a forthcoming book reveal.

on May 16, 2025 at 2:31 pm

Mets star Juan Soto knows Yankees fans won’t be welcoming him with open arms when he returns to the Bronx on Friday night, saying, “Whatever they do, they have a right to do it.”

on May 16, 2025 at 2:31 pm

Andrei Svechnikov scored the go-ahead goal with just under two minutes left as the Carolina Hurricanes beat the Washington Capitals 3-1 in Game 5 on Thursday night to advance to the Eastern Conference finals for a second time in three years.

by Nick Wagoner on May 16, 2025 at 2:31 pm

The San Francisco 49ers are working to complete the sale of a 6.2% ownership stake in the team to three Bay Area families, a source told ESPN on Thursday.

by Tim MacMahon on May 16, 2025 at 2:31 pm

Jamal Murray fought through an illness to score 25 points as the Nuggets defeated the Thunder to force Game 7 in their series.

on May 16, 2025 at 2:31 pm

On his bobblehead night, Shohei Ohtani hit his 14th and 15th homers to tie for the MLB lead, and the Dodgers rolled past the Athletics 19-2 on Thursday night.

by ESPN staff on May 16, 2025 at 1:50 pm

Who has the edge in this week’s UFC Fight Night? An MMA coach and a betting insider make their picks.

by ESPN staff on May 16, 2025 at 1:49 pm

The 2025 NFL schedule was released Wednesday, prompting unique reveals by multiple teams on social media.

by Dan Graziano on May 16, 2025 at 1:49 pm

Will the 49ers roll into the playoffs? Can the Giants, Lions and Cowboys overcome tough slates? Let’s size up schedule reveal fallout.

by James Regan on May 16, 2025 at 1:49 pm

UFC lightweight and die-hard Liverpool fan Paddy Pimblett has slammed Trent Alexander-Arnold’s exit from the club.

by Rob Dawson on May 16, 2025 at 1:46 pm

Manchester City have had their fair share of struggles this season, but a win over Crystal Palace in the FA Cup final could spark their return to the top of English and European soccer.

by Gabriele Marcotti, Mark Ogden on May 16, 2025 at 1:46 pm

It’s been a bad season for Pep Guardiola and Man City, and it’s clear they’re in a full rebuild mode.

by Alaina Getzenberg on May 16, 2025 at 1:42 pm

The Bandits are on the verge of history, while star Dhane Smith is also chasing down an all-time record — owned by his coach.

by Neil Paine on May 16, 2025 at 1:18 pm

From an overachieving Kyle Larson to a struggling Brad Keselowski, we have report cards.