Six defensemen who are in demand
Defensemen are always in demand at this time of year, just like pitchers are before baseball's trade deadline.I'm reminded of the Vancouver Canucks going...
Forecaster: Matchups, projections for Feb. 27-Mar. 5
On Monday, we cherry-picked from a number of ESPN.com writers to take a fantasy look at some of the names who have been rumored...
Big Question: Is the ice getting worse?
This week's Big Question: What's the ice like around the league compared with two years ago?James van Riemsdyk, RW, Toronto Maple Leafs: "It's been...
Panthers’ play complicating deadline decisions
For most of this season, when you looked up "dysfunction" in the dictionary, the Florida Panthers logo popped up.An offseason of internal upheaval that...
Cerebral Werenski leads the charge in Columbus
The first 40 games as an NHL rookie are kind of a breeze. At least that's the way Columbus Blue Jackets defenseman Seth Jones...
Surging Lightning are leaning in
Say you're Tampa Bay Lightning GM Steve Yzerman. Your team is playing its best hockey of the season and trying to stay in the...
Canadiens among contenders eyeing Coyotes’ Hanzal
Arizona Coyotes center Martin Hanzal, a pending unrestricted free agent, could potentially be dealt before the end of the weekend as Coyotes GM John...
Why all eyes will be on Sidney Crosby on Saturday
The Philadelphia Flyers and Pittsburgh Penguins will face off in the Stadium Series at Heinz Field on Saturday (8 p.m. ET on NBC).It will...
No doubt about it, hockey’s still great outdoors
Here's the micro view of the news that Saturday's outdoor Stadium Series game between the Pittsburgh Penguins and the Philadelphia Flyers at Heinz Field...
Baseball Hall of Fame to honor ‘The Simpsons’
COOPERSTOWN, N.Y. -- Baseball's Hall of Fame will honor "The Simpsons" on May 27 to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the show's "Homer at...
Fernando Valenzuela adds team owner to list of accomplishments
MEXICO CITY -- After a dramatic turn of events that led the previous owners of the Quintana Roo Tigres to pull the team from...
Pitchless intentional walk change gets ’17 OK
As part of its initiative to improve the pace of game play, Major League Baseball has approved a change to the intentional walk rule,...
The secret to Andrew Benintendi’s swing? Crushing tennis balls with dad
FORT MYERS, Fla. -- Andrew Benintendi stepped out of the batting cage, knocked the dirt from his cleats and began to head to the...
In defense of Sammy Sosa
His loyal supporters see a Hall of Fame career, the best of fan-friendly examples and the top power hitter in Chicago Cubs history. His...
If he’s A-Gone, then what will Mexico do in the WBC?
MEXICO CITY -- As if their group wasn’t hard enough already. Last week, even with a full roster at Mexico's disposal, their World Baseball...
MLB Rumor Central: Twins, Padres asked about Jose Iglesias?
The Minnesota Twins and San Diego Padres expressed interest in Detroit Tigers shortstop Jose Iglesias over the winter, reports Jon Heyman of FanRag Sports.The...
Holes that need fixing for all 30 teams
With exhibition play starting in Florida and Arizona, our senses are alert for the familiar sounds and sights of our favorite game. The games...
Which spring training stats actually matter?
Last spring, Kyle Hendricks was one Chicago Cub who wasn’t receiving much attention.He was coming off a solid first full season in the majors,...
Mavericks deal Bogut, Anderson to 76ers for Noel
The Dallas Mavericks have traded center Andrew Bogut to the Philadelphia 76ers for forward Nerlens Noel.The Mavericks also will send Justin Anderson and a...
Pierce on board with China’s Jr. NBA program
NEW ORLEANS -- Since first traveling to China in 2000, Los Angeles Clippers star Paul Pierce has seen interest in basketball mushroom in the...
Rockets deal McDaniels to Nets, Ennis to Lakers
NEW ORLEANS -- The Houston Rockets traded forward K.J. McDaniels to the Brooklyn Nets on Thursday just before the 3 p.m. ET trade deadline...
Uni Watch: What have we learned about NBA uniform ads?
As you've probably heard, NBA uniforms will be undergoing lots of changes next season. Nike will be taking over from Adidas as the league's...
Sources: Suns gets Scott from Hawks for cash
The Phoenix Suns are acquiring forward Mike Scott from the Atlanta Hawks for cash, sources told ESPN's Brian Windhorst.Editor's PicksTrade grades: Who wins Hawks-Suns...
After talking Derrick Rose-for-Ricky Rubio, Knicks stay the course
CLEVELAND -- For much of Thursday afternoon, the Knicks and Timberwolves were locked in a staring contest in their talks on a potential Derrick...
Bosh to continue working as television analyst
MIAMI -- Chris Bosh is heading back to the NBA, this time as an analyst.Turner Sports announced Thursday that Bosh will be part of...
Oakley attends Knicks-Cavs game in Cleveland
Charles Oakley, still at odds with the New York Knicks, watched his former team in his hometown Thursday night.Oakley, a Cleveland native, sat next...
Sources: Warriors seek help with Shaq-McGee
The Golden State Warriors have reached out to Turner Sports to discuss Shaquille O'Neal's ongoing coverage of center JaVale McGee, league sources told ESPN.Sources...
Should Vikings wait on a Sam Bradford contract, or do one soon?
With one year left on Sam Bradford's contract, should the Minnesota Vikings feel a sense of urgency to address the quarterback's status, or should...
One month later, Ben Roethlisberger still silent on future
PITTSBURGH -- Many have weighed in on the status of Ben Roethlisberger's playing career, including his general manager, his team owner and even his...
Josh Doctson increases work as he recovers from Achilles issues
The Washington Redskins' decisions about their free-agent receivers will be easier to make if second-year WR Josh Doctson is healthy. That’s why seeing him...
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Manhunt underway for suspect who assaulted 13-year-old in Brockton – WHDH...
Increased Police Presence in Brockton Following Assault on 13-Year-OldBrockton, Massachusetts - The Brockton Police Department has launched a manhunt for a suspect who sexually...
