U.S. in jeopardy at WBC after upset loss to Italy
Italy stunned Team USA with an 8-6 victory in World Baseball Classic pool play, risking America's advancement.
Editorial Staff Mar 12
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Briefing: Hurley out after 11 seasons at Arizona State
Strategic angle: Arizona State will not renew the contract of men's basketball coach Bobby Hurley following a disappointing tournament exit.
Editorial Staff Mar 12
Briefing: Madrid in awe of one of 'best on planet' Valverde
Strategic angle: Trent Alexander-Arnold and coach Álvaro Arbeloa praise Federico Valverde after his hat trick in Real Madrid's victory over Manchester City.
Editorial Staff Mar 12
Briefing: 🏆 NFL free agency awards: Best and worst moves
Strategic angle: The edge rush market exploded, the Titans called on old friends, Mike Evans landed in a new place, and two players were very particular about their contract numbers.
Editorial Staff Mar 12
Briefing: Ex-assistant sues Michigan over Stalions scandal
Strategic angle: Former Michigan assistant Chris Partridge alleges he was unfairly scapegoated in the 2023 sign-stealing controversy.
Editorial Staff Mar 11
Briefing: Valverde's hat trick dazzles as Madrid dump City
Strategic angle: Federico Valverde's stellar first-half hat trick was the catalyst as Real Madrid eased past Manchester City 3-0 in the first leg of their Champions League round-of-16 match on Wednesday.
Editorial Staff Mar 11
Briefing: Court filing: Jackson feared Pearce 'will kill me'
Strategic angle: WNBA player Rickea Jackson filed a petition for protection against her ex-boyfriend, Falcons LB James Pearce Jr., citing fears for her life.
Editorial Staff Mar 11
Briefing: Ex-Fins OLB Chubb gets 3-year deal with Bills
Strategic angle: Pass rusher Bradley Chubb reached agreement on a three-year, $43.5 million deal worth up to $52.5 million that includes $29 million guaranteed with the Bills.
Editorial Staff Mar 11
Briefing: ASU suffers historic blowout as Hurley awaits fate
Strategic angle: Iowa State pounded Arizona State 91-42 on Wednesday in the largest win in Big 12 tournament history.
Editorial Staff Mar 11
Briefing: Celtics' Brown ejected, then takes to social media
Strategic angle: Celtics guard Jaylen Brown was ejected in the second quarter of Tuesday's matchup at the Spurs after officials whistled him for back-to-back technical fouls.
Editorial Staff Mar 11
Briefing: Sources: Doncic in custody battle for daughters
Strategic angle: Lakers star Luka Dončić has separated from his fiancée and is in a custody battle over their two daughters.
Editorial Staff Mar 11
Briefing: Warriors' Curry out 10 more days with knee issue
Strategic angle: The Golden State Warriors have ruled out star guard Stephen Curry for another 10 days with a persistent right knee issue.
Editorial Staff Mar 11
Briefing: Chargers reach deal to keep versatile OL Pipkins
Strategic angle: The Chargers are bringing back veteran offensive lineman Trey Pipkins III on a two-year, $10 million deal, a source told ESPN on Tuesday.
Editorial Staff Mar 11
Briefing: Colts, QB Jones agree to 2-year, $88M contract
Strategic angle: The Colts and quarterback Daniel Jones reached agreement Wednesday on a two-year, $88 million contract that can be worth up to $100 million.
Editorial Staff Mar 11
Briefing: Memo: Tisches ask to move Giants stake to trusts
Strategic angle: Giants co-owners Steve, Laurie and Jonathan Tisch are requesting to transfer their stakes in the team to their children's trusts, according to an NFL memo.
Editorial Staff Mar 11
Briefing: NFL Exploring Thanksgiving Eve Game
Strategic angle: The NFL is considering the addition of a game on the evening before Thanksgiving, according to sources.
Editorial Staff Mar 11
Briefing: Iran Can't Compete at World Cup, Says Sports Minister
Strategic angle: Iran's participation in the 2026 World Cup is jeopardized due to recent airstrikes by the US and Israel, according to the Iranian sports minister.
Editorial Staff Mar 11
Briefing: Rolapp envisions ambitious changes for PGA Tour
Strategic angle: CEO Brian Rolapp outlined a bold future for the PGA Tour on Wednesday, listing the possibility of relegation, a revamped schedule and match play in the playoffs among the changes being considered.
Editorial Staff Mar 11
GA Tech fires Stoudamire after last-place finish
Georgia Tech has fired men's basketball coach Damon Stoudamire, ending his tenure at the school after three seasons.
Editorial Staff Mar 11
Briefing: Sources: Ravens pivot, agree to add Hendrickson
Strategic angle: The Ravens have agreed to sign Trey Hendrickson, sources told ESPN, in a high-priced pivot after their canceled blockbuster trade for Maxx Crosby.
Editorial Staff Mar 11