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Hage, Verhoeff, Pohlkamp, more: Top NHL prospects playing in the Frozen Four

April 9, 2026 - 4:52pm
Scouting eyes from across the league will be fixed on the action in Las Vegas this weekend. Here are the top players to watch.

'Don't move on, move forward': How hockey helped Michael Hage overcome tragedy

April 9, 2026 - 4:52pm
Fueled by the memory of his father, the Michigan star returns to Las Vegas for the Frozen Four.

'When you look good, you play good': Inside MLB's 2026 City Connect uniforms -- and what's next

April 9, 2026 - 4:37pm
For the first time, baseball released a full season of City Connects on the same day. Here's how they came to be and what the players think.

Grading MLB's City Connect uniforms: Eight new designs ...

April 9, 2026 - 4:37pm
From the latest looks to the designs of years past, we break down all of MLB's City Connect uniforms.

Sens' Chabot to play 17 days after breaking arm

April 9, 2026 - 2:45pm
Senators defenseman Thomas Chabot will play in Thursday's game against the Panthers, returning to the lineup 2½ weeks after suffering a broken arm.

Nicklaus, Watson, Player favor golf ball rollback

April 9, 2026 - 2:45pm
The Masters' honorary starters -- Jack Nicklaus, Gary Player and Tom Watson -- said they feel strongly that professional golf should roll back ball distances for the good of the game.

Study: MLB average salary hits record $5.34M

April 9, 2026 - 2:45pm
Major League Baseball's average salary rose 3.4% on Opening Day to a record $5.34 million, according to a study by The Associated Press, and the New York Mets topped spending at the season's start for the fourth straight year.

OKC locks up No. 1 seed, joins elite company

April 9, 2026 - 2:45pm
The Thunder clinched the NBA's best regular-season record with a win over the Clippers to join some exclusive company.

Cousins: I shouldn't play if not Raiders' best QB

April 9, 2026 - 2:45pm
Raiders quarterback Kirk Cousins is aware that Las Vegas is expected to draft Fernando Mendoza and says he only wants to play if it's determined he's the best option.

Bryson bringing 3D-printed 5-iron to Masters

April 9, 2026 - 2:45pm
Bryson DeChambeau confirmed to ESPN that he'll play the Masters with a 5-iron that he fabricated himself with a 3D printer.

'50 wins in a gap year': How Jaylen Brown turbocharged the Celtics back to title contention

April 9, 2026 - 2:04pm
Between memorizing the astrological signs of his teammates and undergoing extreme underwater training, Brown didn't need to be a hero in Boston. He simply needed to lead. "I'm not going to make myself small ever again."

Why the UFL plans to expand in 2028 and believes Oklahoma City is a great fit

April 9, 2026 - 1:11pm
UFL co-owner Mike Repole promised expansion; the other city to join with OKC for 2028 is still to be determined.

Reports: NCAA to discuss 5-year eligibility model

April 9, 2026 - 11:50am
An NCAA panel is scheduled to discuss changes to eligibility rules that would incorporate age into the process, sources said Wednesday.

Prized recruit Hiller, No. 2 OT in '27, picks Florida

April 9, 2026 - 11:50am
Maxwell Hiller, the No. 2 offensive tackle and No. 7 overall recruit in the SC Next Junior 300, gave Florida and new head coach Jon Sumrall his verbal pledge Wednesday.

Back to the future: Repicking the 2016 NHL draft

April 9, 2026 - 11:49am
With the benefit of hindsight, we make new selections for each spot in the first round.

NHL playoff watch: Clinching scenarios on 14-game Thursday

April 9, 2026 - 11:49am
The playoff picture is coming into focus day by day. Here's the latest snapshot, plus projections for every team.

Our hottest hot takes two weeks into the MLB season

April 9, 2026 - 11:27am
From a shocking NL East champion to a 50-homer slugger you probably haven't heard of yet.

Coaches, GMs weigh in on SEC's top newcomers

April 9, 2026 - 11:26am
Which new faces in the league will make the biggest impact for each school?

NC State men recount trainer's alleged sexual abuse

April 9, 2026 - 11:14am
Lawsuit plaintiffs said they sought help but were subjected to unwanted genital touching or other misconduct.

Full of thanks, UCLA celebrates title at Pauley

April 9, 2026 - 10:43am
Lauren Betts and her UCLA teammates celebrated the Bruins' first NCAA women's basketball championship with their fans at Pauley Pavilion on Wednesday night.