2026 MLB ABS challenge system tracker: Team, player rankings
The ABS challenge system leaderboard ranks batters, catchers, teams and umpires throughout the MLB season.
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NFL preseason Week 1 takeaways: Mendoza debuts for Raiders; Allar shines for Steelers
The NFL preseason is underway! How did rookies and players in new places perform in their debuts?
Boston Red Sox vs. Pittsburgh Pirates: Game Highlights (1:08)
Lowe, Flores homer to power the Pirates over the slumping Red Sox, 8-4
— Brandon Lowe hit a three-run home run and rookie Rafael Flores Jr. homered for the third time in two days to lead the Pittsburgh Pirates to an 8-4 victory over the Boston Red Sox on Friday night.
Wolves to retire Garnett's 21 after Celtics game
Kevin Garnett will have a second jersey number retired when the Timberwolves raise his No. 21 to the rafters.
Colts and Patriots finish first preseason game in a 13-13 tie (1:05)
Trust issues, high hopes and the safest schools: Ranking all 138 FBS teams in tiers
Presenting a tiered ranking of all 138 FBS teams ahead of the 2026 season.
The 11 NBA players on the Basketball Hall of Fame's waiting list
There's only one NBA player in this year's class, but these stars -- including the recently retired Russell Westbrook -- should hear their names called in the near future.
Borregales missed three FG in tie (0:38)
🔥 Belichick, Dabo or Norvell: Who Survives the Season?
Pete Thamel, Dan Wetzel, and Ryan McGee wrap up their ACC Conference Preview by asking the question: Who survives the season? They break down the pressure facing Bill Belichick at UNC, Mike Norvell at Florida State and Dabo Swinney at Clemson. Plus, can James Franklin revive Virginia Tech? Could Cal or Pitt shake up the ACC race? What’s ahead for Duke, Wake Forest, Syracuse, and Boston College? 0:00 - Welcome 0:56 - Belichick, Norvell or Dabo: Who survives the season? 4:24 - Will Belichick return in 2027? 5:00 - UNC’s portal plan: What went wrong? 18:23 - Can Mike Norvell survive another losing season? 24:04 - ACC exit plans and landing spots 28:32 - Is Dabo Swinney under pressure at Clemson? 36:28 - Can James Franklin revive Virginia Tech? 41:20 - Can Cal make noise in the ACC? 42:47 - Can Duke & Wake Forest do it again? 44:56 - Can Pitt enter the ACC title race? 47:07 - Syracuse & Boston College: What’s ahead? 51:19 - What is proper post-hunting etiquette? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Colts backup QB Anthony Richardson runs for a TD in 13-13 preseason tie with Patriots
— Anthony Richardson believes he's done a good job turning the page during his NFL career.
Tommy DeVito finds Kyle Williams for a 12-yard passing TD (0:27)
Grades for every free agent signing, extension: Beal, Brooks, Draymond and more
We're grading the biggest free agent signings and extensions, including Bradley Beal's new deal with the Clippers.
The game Perk has circled on the NBA schedule (1:09)
Preseason Week 1 Begins TONIGHT!
Laura Rutledge is joined by Dan Orlovsky, Field Yates, and Mina Kimes. The first full week of preseason games is here! The crew will dive into the games tonight, rookies to watch, and Dan's QB rankings. Plus, a look at all the latest storylines coming out of training camp! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Payton Tolle pitches 8-inning gem as Red Sox end 5-game skid with 7-0 win over Blue Jays
— Standout rookie Payton Tolle allowed two hits over eight innings, Caleb Durbin hit a grand slam and the Boston Red Sox ended their five-game skid with a 7-0 victory over the Toronto Blue...
Boston Red Sox vs. Toronto Blue Jays: Game Highlights (1:01)
Mike Reiss
In a significant development at RB, the Patriots placed Terrell Jennings on injured reserve on Thursday. Jennings was the clear leading candidate to be the No. 3 option behind Rhamondre Stevenson and TreVeyon Henderson. The team signed veteran RB JaMycal Hasty to take his place on the roster, with Hasty competing for the RB3 role with Lan Larison, 2026 seventh-round pick Jam Miller and Hassan Haskins.
NBA schedule release: 76ers, Knicks and Bulls lead top reveals
With the 2026-27 NBA schedule dropping Thursday, teams creatively shared their respective games for the new campaign.
NBA schedule 2026-27: Opening night, Christmas and must-see games
Following the NBA's schedule release, our insiders break down the biggest games to watch for the 2026-27 season.
Red Sox place reliever Whitlock (elbow) on IL
The Red Sox placed reliever Garrett Whitlock on the 15-day injured list Thursday with right elbow inflammation and recalled right-hander Greg Weissert from Triple-A Worcester.
Buzz, news and more from Patriots training camp: Top risers, biggest questions
Catch up on our daily updates from Patriots training camp, including intel on QBs, position battles and potential breakouts.
MLB Power Rankings: We have a new No. 1!
For the first time in nearly two months, the Dodgers aren't the top team in baseball.
MLB Rank 2026 in-season update: Ranking baseball's top 50 players
We asked ESPN MLB experts for their updated top 50 to take stock of the best performances as the 2026 regular season begins to wind down.
Orlovsky's annual QB trait rankings: Which NFL passers make the top 10 in seven different skills?
Does Josh Allen have the league's strongest arm? Is Lamar Jackson still the most unstoppable QB rusher? And where does Caleb Williams stand among the best improvisers?