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The verdict is in, Judge delivers
Aaron Judge's playoff woes come to an end in New York, as he breaks out with six RBIs and two homers to send the Yankees to a 3-2 ALCS lead.
MLB
Nemesis no more: Yankees finally conquer Dallas Keuchel
The Astros ace has a history of owning New York in the postseason, but Game 5 saw him surrender four runs in less than five innings, leaving Houston dangling by a thread in the ALCS.
Astros return home in unfamiliar position: playing from behind
Just one loss from October oblivion after a season as a front-runner, Houston must show it can handle the challenge of facing elimination.
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Louisville
College Basketball
Pitino: Adidas took 'my love and passion away from me.'
Former Louisville coach Rick Pitino feels that he has been "vindicated" by the love and support of his players and tells Jay Bilas he isn't worried about his legacy, saying it's "irrelevant."
76ers
Trust the process
76ers
NBA
Sixers trio injects promise to The Process.
Despite losing to the Wizards, Ben Simmons, Joel Embiid and Markelle Fultz impress in their season debuts as the 76ers look to make the playoffs for the first time in six seasons.
76ers
NBA
Simmons 'felt like I was playing 2K'
76ers coach Brett Brown praises the effort of Simmons, saying the Australian was "really exceptional" against the Wizards.
76ers
NBA
Embiid's extended opening act sets stage for greater Sixers progress
The big man's mix of fire and flair nearly upstaged Washington's pulsating win. Embiid opened his second season playing more than planned with Philly's promising young lineup.
Top moments
Cubs
MLB
Baez breaks out with two HRs in Game 4.
Javier Baez ended his postseason slump with two solo home runs Wednesday night, the second of which soars 437 feet, to extend the NLCS to a Game 5.
If only for a night, Cubs' swagger is back as Chicago avoids NLCS sweep
Facing elimination, the Cubs needed a Game 4 spark. Three likely suspects stepped up to stare down the Dodgers and keep the champs' season alive.
Dodgers' missed sweep gives Clayton Kershaw chance to close out the Cubs
An NLCS Game 4 loss ended L.A.'s quest for playoff perfection, but now the Dodgers' ace gets an opportunity for something even better: revenge.
More from the LCS
NFL
NFL
Best trash-talkers, most overrated: NFL players tell all on QBs
NFL Nation polled 155 players to gauge their opinions on QBs. Players were asked to identify their favorite rookie, the most overrated and more.
Colts
NFL
Colts should shut down Andrew Luck for the season
With a first-year GM, the Colts should take a long-term view with their $140 million franchise QB and get him ready for the 2018 season.
Giants
NFL
Kellerman: Eli Manning isn't most overrated QB in NFL.
ESPN analyst Max Kellerman explains why an ESPN player survey is wrong about the Giants' quarterback.
Celtics
NBA
Celtics
NBA
Carry on, Hayward sons: Celtics stumble ahead without injured star
As much as the Celtics wanted to use Gordon Hayward as motivation to move forward on Wednesday night, the loss to the Bucks only hammered home the challenges they face without him.
Celtics
NBA
Hayward to fans: 'I'm going to be all right.'
The Celtics introduce Hayward during starting lineups at TD Garden before showing a video message from the injured forward on the Jumbotron.
NBA
Lonzo, LeBron, Embiid and our expert picks for every award
Who will win top individual honors in 2017-18? Our NBA writers and analysts make their awards picks.
Point Guard highlights
NBA
Russell has big first half in Nets debut.
D'Angelo Russell scores 16 of his game-high 30 points in the first half in a loss to the Pacers.
Wizards
NBA
Wall posterizes Luwawu-Cabarrot.
John Wall sends a player to the floor, flies to the rim and throws down a one-handed dunk over Timothe Luwawu-Cabarrot.
The Undefeated
The Undefeated
Are you a Russell or a CP3? Find your NBA style
Forget your jump shots, rookie. It's time to get your design game on.
NFL Week 7
NFL
Biggest NFL injury questions
Could Leonard Fournette miss Sunday's divisional matchup? Will Stefon Diggs return? NFL Nation reporters assess the biggest injuries across the league.
NFL
NFL Insiders predict: Upsets, flops, NFC wild cards and more
Can the Redskins really upset the Eagles in Philly? Who will emerge as the NFC wild-card teams? Which fringe fantasy tight end should you plug into your starting lineup?
Cardinals
NFL
Cardinals
NFL
Patrick Peterson's $2 million car collection 'not just throwing away money'
The Cardinals' Pro Bowl cornerback has a 14-car garage stocked with custom sports and muscle cars, everything from a 1973 Camaro to a 2013 Ferrari 458.
Cardinals
NFL
Peterson's eye-popping car collection.
Patrick Peterson gives Jac Collinsworth a tour of his collection of muscle and sports cars.
Pistons
NBA
NBA
Pistons feeling eight mile(s) high after winning return to Detroit roots
For a Pistons team that spent almost three decades playing at the Palace of Auburn Hills and, before that, at the suburban Pontiac Silverdome, the return to a home court in Detroit pumped up the team -- with a little help from hometown hero Eminem.
Pistons
NBA
Eminem gets the crowd on its feet in Detroit.
Eminem, a 15-time Grammy winner, gets the crowd hyped up before the Pistons' victory over the Hornets.
Nets
NBA
Sources: More tests for Lin amid Nets' concerns
Nets point guard Jeremy Lin will undergo a right knee evaluation in New York on Thursday, and there's concern that Lin suffered a significant injury, league sources said. It could mean a shift for D'Angelo Russell.
Rockets
NBA
CP3 seeks mentor's perspective on free agency.
Chris Paul meets with Disney CEO Bob Iger, a close friend and mentor, to get his perspective on the nine-time All-Star's free-agency options. Watch Episode 1 of Chris Paul's "Chapter 3," Thursday at 7 p.m. ET on ESPN and in the ESPN App.
NFL
NFL
Goodell emphasizes that players should stand for anthem.
Commissioner Roger Goodell says the NFL supports the causes behind the players' protests during the national anthem but says he still wants them to stand.
The Undefeated
- The Undefeated
NFL players, owners and union have rare chance to move beyond protests
Michael Bennett and Malcolm Jenkins need to be part of these negotiations.
Vikings
NFL
Mike Zimmer, Vikings set realistic expectations for Teddy Bridgewater
Teddy Bridgewater hit an important milestone, but Vikings coach Mike Zimmer isn't going to push too hard as he tries to get back to game speed.
Barcelona
Soccer
Messi reaches 100-goal milestone in Barcelona's win.
Lionel Messi reached another mark in his storied career with his 100th goal in European competition.
UCL
UEFA Champions League
ESPN FC
Chelsea, Roma combine for pulsating draw
Chelsea and Roma shared the spoils of a six-goal thriller as Chelsea's defense struggled, while Roma's Edin Dzeko shined, writes Nick Miller.
Soccer
Dzeko and Hazard star in Chelsea-Roma.
Edin Dzeko and Eden Hazard both scored a brace for their sides as the two top teams of Group C battle to a 3-3 draw.
Miami
College Football
Miami football bringing back memories of 'The U.'
Mark Richt has the Hurricanes undefeated and putting up numbers that haven't been seen in Miami since the team was competing for championships.
College Football
College Football
How Bryce Love, Saquon Barkley stole the spotlight from QBs
So long, Sam Darnold. Hello, Saquon Barkley. What was supposed to be the Year of the Quarterback has been taken over by a bevy of elite running backs.
Notre Dame
NCAAF
X factor for each Top 25 team down the stretch
The key to Notre Dame's CFP push, a third Bama back with game-breaking ability and the reliable, yet underappreciated, contributor to NC State's surprising season are all included.
College Football
Battles in Happy Valley, South Bend headline Week 8.
Michigan will try to weather a whiteout at Penn State. USC and Notre Dame each look to make a playoff statement, while the Big 12 looks to stay in the conversation.
MMA
Predicting McGregor's next fight: All the updates from the major names involved
There's no shortage of fighters wanting to face Conor McGregor. Who will get the first shot? We provide the latest from every potential foe.
The Undefeated
- The Undefeated
LeBron, Kyrie and the complicated history of black fathers and sons
James is used to getting the big piece of chicken, but Irving didn’t need another father figure.
NBA
From Italy to Oregon: A visual journey inside the Air Jordan XXXII
Jordan Brand journeyed to Turin, Italy -- and into its own past -- to build the latest signature Air Jordan model.
NFL
NFL
Week 7 NFL Power Rankings: Schedule outlook for all 32 teams
The Steelers handed the Chiefs their first loss. The Eagles are emerging as the NFC's top team. And things are looking bleak in Green Bay without Aaron Rodgers.
NFL
Steelers rebound, Packers tumble.
The Steelers got back on track with a statement win Sunday, and Houston's Deshaun Watson continued his stellar play.
Formula 1
Chase Carey on how F1 can crack U.S. market
A second Grand Prix, a long-term approach towards partnerships with host tracks and a determination to embrace the digital age are all central to Liberty Media's attempts to strike gold for F1 in the relatively untapped American market.
Major League Soccer
MLS
- ESPN FC
Valeri heads pack chasing the MVP award
While Decision Day will determine who makes the postseason, it's also the last day players can make their mark on the voting for individual awards.
San Jose Earthquakes
Soccer
- ESPN FC
Quakes ride learning curve to playoffs' cusp
San Jose's path to the cusp of an MLS playoff spot has been anything but typical. But they've returned to their comfort zone just in time.
NHL
Power Rankings: Each team's biggest worry so far
The Maple Leafs and Lightning are sitting pretty after two weeks. But the Blackhawks' defense is thin, the Penguins are giving up boatloads of goals and Boston's centers can't score. Which teams are right to panic? We took the temperature of every team.
NHL
Get a load of this playoff format, NHL
Considering they were swept out of the first round by the Predators, do you think if the Blackhawks had the choice, they would have picked another opponent? One league has brought choice to its playoffs, and the mind boggles at the NHL possibilities.
Fantasy Basketball
NBA
Berry's NBA fantasy rookie stars and sleepers.
Matthew Berry sees a lot of value in a player who wasn't even drafted this year -- and a sleeper with big shoes to fill.
Fantasy
2017-18 draft kit cheat sheets
To make things as easy as possible for you, we've consolidated our experts' key rankings and tips into downloadable cheat sheets to give you the winning edge in your drafts.
Fantasy Basketball
ESPN Fantasy Basketball 101
Thinking about trying fantasy basketball this season? Here is everything you need to know, so you can join the fun.
espnw
College Football Bachelorette
And then there were 10. Sarah Spain sent five teams home in Week 3 of the College Football Bachelorette. Which schools' game-day party scenes kept them alive in the competition?
World Cup qualifying
- ESPN FC
Italy-Sweden is game to watch in World Cup playoffs
Italy's tie vs. Sweden is the pick of the World Cup playoffs, while Northern Ireland could spring an upset against Switzerland.
United States
Soccer
United States
Soccer
- ESPN FC
Allardyce interested in U.S. job - sources
Sam Allardyce is keen to discuss the prospect of a return to international football as United States head coach, sources have told ESPN FC.
United States
Soccer
- ESPN FC
Next U.S. generation eyes Portugal friendly
The future starts on Nov. 14 against the European champions. But who should be part of the U.S. squad? Jeff Carlisle makes his selection.
Top Headlines
- Agent: Hayward unlikely to return this season
- Spurs play 'pursuit of equality' video message
- Ump admits wrong call after Maddon ejected
- LeBron's torn jersey leaves Nike scrambling
- Michael Bennett: Kap resolution first, talks later
- 49ers LB says armed-robbery attempt foiled
- McShay's Top 32: Cornerbacks emerging
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'Chapter 3': Oct. 19, 7 p.m. ET, ESPN
CP3 wants a team that can contend with the Warriors
In weighing his options, Chris Paul and his team look at which 2017-18 rosters have the ability to beat the Warriors. Watch Episode 1 of Chris Paul's Chapter 3, Thursday at 7 p.m. ET on ESPN and in the ESPN App.
On This Date: Oct. 19, 1957
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Rocket Richard is first NHLer to score 500 goals
Not only did Maurice Richard make NHL history by being the first to 500 career goals, he was also the first to ever score 50 goals in a season.
NBA Power Rankings
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NBA Power Rankings: A wild West is looking up at the champs
The West is as stacked as it has ever been. But can any of the conference's revamped rosters challenge Golden State? Who will rise in a depleted East? Our panel reveals its league hierarchy on the eve of a new season.
