Basketball
New York couple names son after Knicks chant
Vance and Yvonne Bradford of New York named their newborn son Knickson Fyve, reportedly inspired by a chant that emerged after the Knicks' first championship in over 50 years.
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Basketball
Timberwolves' Anthony Edwards to undergo knee procedure
Anthony Edwards, star for the Timberwolves, is expected to miss up to two months after undergoing an arthroscopic procedure on his right knee on Thursday, sources reported to ESPN's Shams Charania.
Baseball
Jorge Posada feels unwelcome with Yankees
Five-time World Series champion Jorge Posada stated he does not feel welcome with the Yankees, despite his respected status.
Baseball
Rays rally in 12th to force Game 5 against Brewers
The Rays scored in the bottom of the 12th inning on Tuesday night, denying the Brewers their first World Series championship and forcing a Game 5.
Baseball
Brewers' Aaron Ashby sets new postseason relief record
Aaron Ashby of the Brewers established a new record for scoreless innings by a reliever in a single postseason. He surpassed Andrew Miller's previous mark during a 1-2-3 ninth inning in Game 4 of the World Series.
Baseball
Cooper Pratt reflects on Brewers' Game 4 World Series loss
Brewers rookie Cooper Pratt discussed the team's 12-inning, 4-3 loss to the Rays in Game 4 of the World Series. Pratt, who hit a late home run, stated that a loss is a loss regardless of the margin or timing.
Hockey
Ellis’ 23 saves lead Sabres to shutout win over Sharks
Colten Ellis made 23 saves to earn his first shutout of the season, helping the Buffalo Sabres defeat the San Jose Sharks 2-0 on Tuesday. The win ended a three-game losing streak for the Sabres.
Baseball
Rays bullpen shines in Game 4 victory
The Tampa Bay Rays' bullpen pitched eight innings of one-run ball, securing a 4-3, 12-inning win against the Brewers on Tuesday. This performance extended the Rays' season.
Hockey
Reimer pulled in Rangers debut after allowing three goals
James Reimer's first game with the Rangers concluded after one period. The 38-year-old goaltender surrendered three goals on eight shots against the Kings.
Hockey
St. Louis Blues condemn antisemitic messages at home game
The St. Louis Blues denounced an antisemitic protest that occurred during a game last week at their home arena, referring to the signs displayed as "vile messages of hate."
Hockey
Hellebuyck makes 16 saves in Devils debut win
Connor Hellebuyck stopped 16 of 17 shots in his first game for New Jersey, contributing to the Devils' 5-1 victory over the Dallas Stars.
Hockey
Lavoie scores first NHL goal, Golden Knights defeat Senators
Raphael Lavoie scored his first NHL goal in his 27th game, breaking a third-period tie to help the Vegas Golden Knights to a 4-1 victory over the Ottawa Senators on Tuesday. Adin Hill made 25 saves for Vegas, ending their three-game losing streak.
Baseball
Aaron Ashby sets postseason scoreless relief record
Brewers pitcher Aaron Ashby set a new postseason record for relievers with 18 consecutive scoreless innings in a single postseason. He surpassed Andrew Miller's previous record during Game 4 of the World Series against the Rays.
Soccer
Sabitzer's late free kick sends Borussia Dortmund past Werder Bremen in DFB Cup
Marcel Sabitzer scored a stoppage-time free kick to secure a 3-2 victory for Borussia Dortmund over Werder Bremen in a DFB Cup second-round tie. Niclas Füllkrug had scored two goals for Bremen to equalize after Dortmund initially led 2-0.
Hockey
Kaprizov scores, assists as Wild defeat Mammoth
Kirill Kaprizov contributed a goal and an assist, helping the Minnesota Wild to a 3-1 victory over the Utah Mammoth at Delta Center on Tuesday. This marks the Wild's third consecutive win.
Baseball
2026 Brewers achieve one of the best postseason winning percentages in Wild Card Era
The 2026 Milwaukee Brewers secured their first World Series title with an 11-2 postseason record, an .846 winning percentage. This marks one of the best postseason performances in the Wild Card Era.
Hockey
Connor Hellebuyck makes strong debut for Devils
Connor Hellebuyck, acquired by the New Jersey Devils last Friday, made 17 saves and allowed one goal in his debut, a 5-1 victory against the Dallas Stars on Tuesday.
Baseball
Only One MLB Team Has Completed a 3-0 Playoff Comeback
In AL/NL history, 44 teams have faced a 3-0 deficit in a best-of-seven series. Only the 2004 Boston Red Sox have successfully completed a comeback from this position, doing so in the ALCS.
Hockey
Kaiser's goal lifts Blackhawks over Kings 2-1
Wyatt Kaiser scored his first goal of the season in the third period, breaking a tie to give the Chicago Blackhawks a 2-1 victory against the Los Angeles Kings at United Center on Tuesday. Frank Nazar and Patrick Kane assisted on the play.
Basketball
Ayesha Curry to star in Roku's 'Second Chance Holiday'
Ayesha Curry, wife of Stephen Curry, is set to make her feature film debut in a leading role with Roku's holiday romantic comedy, "Second Chance Holiday."
Combat Sports
Salkilld, Saint Denis to headline UFC Fight Night
Quillan Salkilld is set to headline a UFC Fight Night lightweight bout against Benoît Saint Denis in Sydney this February, according to ESPN MMA.
Football
Analyst predicts Chiefs will trade for a receiver
An ESPN NFL analyst believes the Kansas City Chiefs will acquire a wide receiver before the trade deadline. The analyst also identified Jared Goff as a potential MVP sleeper.
Tennis
Stan Wawrinka's career concludes in Basel
Stan Wawrinka's professional tennis career ended on Tuesday at his home tournament in Basel.
Football
Montez Sweat returns to Bears after two-game suspension
Bears defensive end Montez Sweat has rejoined the team following a two-game suspension for violating the NFL's performance-enhancing substances policy, which he described as "devastating."