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LSU sophomore outfielder Derek Curiel was chosen fifth overall by the Pittsburgh Pirates in the 2026 MLB Draft, earning a $8.34 million slot value while confirming his intention to stay with the Tigers and coach Jay Johnson
Top prospect Grady Emerson, a standout infielder from Fort Worth Christian, was selected second in the 2026 MLB draft by the Tampa Bay Rays, opening a new chapter after he abandoned his Texas commitment.
With the 2026 MLB Draft set to begin Saturday, LSU’s highly ranked signing class must navigate a landscape where many of its star players are opting for professional contracts.
A 23‑year‑old shortstop’s eight‑year, $112.5 million contract, elite defensive metrics and leadoff heroics are reshaping the Cardinals’ roster strategy and accelerating their championship timeline.
According to ESPN’s Football Power Index, the Georgia Bulldogs are slated as the No. 5 team nationally for 2026, with strong probabilities of securing the SEC, a College Football Playoff berth and a national title.
A seasoned sportswriter reflects on nine World Cups, from dinner with Yahoo and ESPN colleagues to a breakthrough feature on Erling Haaland and the historic debut of Long Island defender Joe Scally.
Marcus Spears Jr., the nation's leading Class of 2027 prospect, has signed with the University of Texas, instantly elevating the Longhorns' 2026‑27 recruiting ranking and bringing his sister Cari into the campus community.
ESPN ranks Auburn's 2026 schedule 13th‑toughest nationally, featuring a brutal stretch of top‑25 matchups that will test the program's new leadership.
From professional debuts to broadcast booths, University of Pennsylvania graduates and current students are shaping the cultural impact of the 2026 World Cup, illustrating soccer’s power to unite diverse audiences.
If the junior left‑hander from Fayetteville is selected among the top 30 picks, Arkansas will join an elite group of college programs with three consecutive first‑round pitcher draftees.
The Big Sky Conference has released the full 2026 football schedule, revealing kickoff times and network assignments for 56 games, with Idaho securing seven broadcast slots across ESPN, ESPNU, SWX and Scripps Sports.
A look at the numbers behind Rutgers’ 2026 season expectations, from a 6‑6 or 5‑7 forecast to the players and coach shaping the campaign.
With the 2026 draft opening Saturday, Pittsburgh evaluates moving its tradable No. 34 pick to acquire relief help, a move that would cost $2.9 million in bonus pool money.
The 2026 season will see the first round of the expanded playoff played on campus sites in December, culminating in a national championship at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas on Jan. 25, while ESPN’s Power Index highlights the toughest schedules.
ESPN’s Football Power Index projects the University of Notre Dame to finish the upcoming season with an 11‑1 record, while assigning the team a 32.7 % chance of completing the year unbeaten.
Analysts debate Ryan Day’s eighth‑place ranking, the Commission rejects millions in NIL deals, and a club‑team defender earns a varsity spot.
The Sun Belt will open its 2026 campaign with a two‑day Media Days event in New Orleans, showcasing the conference’s first College Football Playoff berth, multiple 10‑win teams and the arrival of Louisiana Tech.
The San Antonio Spurs enter the Las Vegas Summer League with a mix of draft talent and G‑League standouts, facing the Knicks, Bucks and Jazz in a bid to showcase potential ahead of the championship tournament.
Two teenage prospects commit to Athletic Club Boise while preserving college eligibility, highlighting regional talent development.
Three recent Kansas State standouts — Coleman Hawkins, Nate Johnson and Markquis Nowell — are slated to compete in the NBA 2026 Summer League in Las Vegas, where their new team assignments and early‑season matchups promise fresh storylines for basketball fans.
Former University of Colorado basketball standouts KJ Simpson and Cody Williams are set to compete in the NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, each eyeing a breakout performance that could shape their professional futures.
Nikola Kusturica, a top international prospect who led Serbia to a EuroBasket title, has committed to UCLA, rejecting Kentucky’s offers. The decision reshapes the Wildcats’ lineup and impacts their preseason ranking.
The World Cup remains the most-watched soccer event in U.S. history, Justin Verlander announces his final season, and Arthur Féry’s Wimbledon run adds to the sports buzz
A veteran correspondent reflects on nine World Cups, the U.S. men’s team, a Norway‑Brazil showdown, and the relentless rhythm of the mixed zone.