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Konecny has goal and assist to lead Flyers past Blackhawks 3-1, handing Chicago 6th straight loss
— Travis Konecny scored and added his 300th career assist, leading the Philadelphia Flyers past the Blackhawks 3-1 on Tuesday night and handing depleted Chicago its sixth straight loss.
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Philadelphia Flyers vs. Chicago Blackhawks: Game Highlights
Philadelphia Flyers vs. Chicago Blackhawks: Game Highlights
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NCAA Football
We made score picks for every postseason CFB game
We made predictions on the final score of every bowl matchup. Check back to see how we fared.
NBA
Giddey and White help Bulls rally from late 10-point deficit to beat Hawks 126-123
— Josh Giddey had 19 points, 15 assists and 11 rebounds, Coby White hit a tiebreaking free throw with 1.9 seconds left, and the Chicago Bulls rallied for their fourth straight victory, 126-123 over the Atlanta Hawks on Tuesday night.
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Chicago Bulls vs. Atlanta Hawks: Game Highlights
Chicago Bulls vs. Atlanta Hawks: Game Highlights
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MLB
MLB offseason grades: Pirates add O'Hearn amid busy winter; Mets trade McNeil
We've got you covered with grades and analysis on every winter signing and big offseason trade.
NHL
Every NHL franchise's all-time points leader
Sidney Crosby leads the Pittsburgh Penguins in all-time points scored. Which other players lead their NHL franchise?
MLB
MLB free agency tracker: 2025-26 offseason trades, moves
We've got you covered on all the major MLB hot stove signings and trades.
NFL
NFL playoff-clinching scenarios: What's at stake for nine teams in Week 17?
Nine NFL teams have the chance to clinch a No. 1 seed, division title or playoff berth in Week 17. Let's look at how they can do it.
Gaming
Brown gains, LeBron sinks in fourth NBA 2K26 ratings update
Here's every player who gained or lost points in the latest NBA 2K26 ratings update.
NCAA Football
Mad Dog is mad about ND fans posting about Alabama
Chris "Mad Dog" Russo explains why he's upset at Notre Dame fans posting on social media toward Alabama fans.
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NFL
Projecting the 2026 NFL draft order: Which teams are closing in on top picks with two weeks left?
ESPN's Football Power Index projects the 2026 NFL draft order for Round 1. Which teams have the best odds to pick early?
NFL
Wait, no Jordan Love? The biggest Pro Bowl snubs for the AFC and NFC rosters
Jordan Love and Chris Olave didn't make the NFC Pro Bowl roster? Should Josh Hines-Allen be in the AFC lineup? We picked out 15 all-star snubs after rosters were announced.
NFL
2026 NFL Pro Bowl AFC, NFC rosters: The league's top players
The Ravens, Broncos, 49ers and Seahawks each had six players chosen to lead the way.
WNBA
WNBA CBA negotiations: Why and when the WNBPA executive committee might vote to strike
How and when would the WNBPA executive committee vote to strike? What would that entail? What benefits would be lost?
NCAA Men's Basketball
Men's Bracketology: UConn supplants Duke as fourth No. 1 seed
The Huskies return to the top line as Duke drops to a 2-seed after suffering its first loss of the season.
MLB
A 12-player blockbuster? Cy Young signings? Ranking the biggest MLB Christmas week moves
Who says the baseball offseason slows down for the holidays? Let's remember some free agent signings and trades.
NCAA Men's Hockey
World Junior Championship guide: Top contenders, key players to watch
The tournament starts Thursday, with the best under-20 players in hockey. Here are gold medal favorites, players set to break out.
NFL
What has gone wrong for four teams trying to make the playoffs? Solak on the Lions, Bucs, Ravens, Colts
How did the Lions, Bucs, Ravens and Colts end up outside the playoff field heading into Week 17? Plus, do the Bears have the Coach of the Year?
NFL
Updated NFL Power Rankings: New 1-32 poll, plus each team's rookie of the year
Let's update our NFL Power Rankings ahead of Week 17. We also looked at the best rookies from all 32 teams.
NFL
NFL quarterbacks with the most touchdown passes in a game
Eight NFL quarterbacks have thrown seven touchdown passes in individual games. Check out who is on the elite list.
NFL
Our reporters make sense of Week 16: Statement wins for 49ers, Patriots, Jaguars, Panthers, Steelers, Bears
Our NFL Nation reporters answer big questions from each Week 16 game. Here's what you need to know.
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- White Sox reach $4.5M deal with lefty Newcomb
- Power play: White Sox see Murakami fitting at 1B
- Notre Dame to play BYU with USC rivalry paused
- Bulls edge Hawks in season's top-scoring game
- Injured guard Ball out as UConn defeats DePaul
- Japan HR record-setter Murakami picks ChiSox
- Williams' OT magic caps Bears' latest comeback
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NBA: 2025-26 Central Standings
MLB: 2025 NL Central Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee | 97 | 65 | .599 | - | W1 |
| Chicago | 92 | 70 | .568 | 5 | W3 |
| Cincinnati | 83 | 79 | .512 | 14 | L1 |
| St. Louis | 78 | 84 | .481 | 19 | L4 |
| Pittsburgh | 71 | 91 | .438 | 26 | L1 |
MLB: 2025 AL Central Standings
| TEAM | W | L | PCT | GB | STRK |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland | 88 | 74 | .543 | - | W2 |
| Detroit | 87 | 75 | .537 | 1 | L1 |
| Kansas City | 82 | 80 | .506 | 6 | W2 |
| Minnesota | 70 | 92 | .432 | 18 | L1 |
| Chicago | 60 | 102 | .370 | 28 | W1 |