MIAMI — Send the New York Rangers outdoors, and they become unbeatable. Mika Zibanejad had a hat trick, Artemi Panarin scored twice and the Rangers beat the Florida Panthers 5-1 on Friday night in the Winter Classic — the first outdoor game played in the Sunshine State. Alexis Lafrenière had three assists and Igor Shesterkin…
The driver of the car involved in the crash that injured Anthony Joshua and killed two people has been charged with reckless and dangerous driving, Nigerian police said. Adenyi Mobalaji Kayode, 46, was driving the Lexus SUV on the Lagos-Ibadan Expressway when it collided with a stationary truck. Joshua and the driver suffered minor injuries…
David HaleJan 2, 2026, 12:48 PM ET Close College football reporter. Joined ESPN in 2012. Graduate of the University of Delaware. NC State will retain starting quarterback CJ Bailey for the 2026 season, he announced on social media. Bailey would have been one of the top quarterbacks available had he entered the transfer portal, but…
Every Friday, I pick for you the best or most exciting games not to be missed in the world of soccer each weekend. From derbies to top-of-the-table clashes, relegation six-pointers to world-class players facing each other, or other interesting tactical battles, there will be something for everyone to enjoy. This week, we take you to…
After an offseason filled with transfers, coaching changes and rule alterations, NCAA gymnastics officially makes its triumphant return. And, of course, there are so many questions and storylines heading into the 2026 season. Will Oklahoma continue its dominance and win the national championship yet again? Can LSU, Florida, UCLA, Utah or anyone else challenge the…
Max OlsonJan 2, 2026, 07:45 AM ET Close Covers the Big 12 Joined ESPN in 2012 Graduate of the University of Nebraska After weeks of anticipation and early announcements, the NCAA transfer portal is now officially open for college football players. The offseason transfer portal window for FBS and FCS players opened at midnight ET…
The fact that the College Football Playoff quarterfinal round kicked off just before the transfer portal officially opened epitomizes a sport where the present and future constantly clash. Four unfortunate teams saw their future become the present, after losses in much-anticipated quarterfinal matchups. Georgia became the fourth team off the board following its loss at…
Tenth-seeded Miami became the first double-digit seed in the 12-team era to crash the semifinals, muscling its way through the field by beating defending national champion Ohio State 24-14 on New Year’s Eve. Miami will face Ole Miss in the Vrbo Fiesta Bowl on Jan. 8 (7:30 ET, ESPN). Hurricanes coach Mario Cristobal, in his…
David HaleJan 1, 2026, 11:56 PM ET Close College football reporter. Joined ESPN in 2012. Graduate of the University of Delaware. NEW ORLEANS — The day before Ole Miss secured its biggest win in decades, the team ran through its usual “Fast Friday” routine, including a dry run for a late-game kick. Lucas Carneiro lined…
Chelsea confirmed on Thursday they have parted ways with manager Enzo Maresca ahead of Sunday’s game against Manchester City. Maresca’s 18-month spell at Stamford Bridge comes to an end after a run of one win in seven Premier League games that left his side fifth in the table, though sources have told ESPN the primary…
