ESPN News Services Jun 27, 2023, 12:56 AM ET NEW YORK — Justin Verlander was called for an automatic ball in the New York Mets‘ 2-1 loss to Milwaukee on Monday night for throwing his final warmup toss ahead of the third inning with 27 seconds left on the clock, 3 seconds later than allowed.
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Tom Hamilton, Senior WriterJun 27, 2023, 08:11 AM ET Close • Joined ESPN in 2011• Covered two Olympics, a pair of Rugby World Cups and two British & Irish Lions tours• Previously rugby editor, and became senior writer in 2018 Nick Kyrgios has welcomed potential investment from Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund (PIF) into tennis. The Association of
Harry Kane is Tottenham Hotspur’s all-time record goal scorer. Julian Finney/Getty Images Harry Kane has been told by Tottenham Hotspur that he is not available for transfer this summer, sources have told ESPN, despite Bayern Munich stepping up their interest in the England captain. It has been reported that Bayern have submitted a €70 million ($60.2m)
Associated Press Jun 27, 2023, 07:32 AM ET EASTBOURNE, England — Defending champion Petra Kvitova withdrew from the Eastbourne International on Tuesday, citing fatigue. No. 9-ranked Kvitova won her 31st WTA singles title Sunday in Berlin. The two-time Wimbledon champion was due to start her Eastbourne defense against Jelena Ostapenko, whom she beat in last
NFL Nation reporters Jun 27, 2023, 06:25 AM ET Throughout the NFL, there are rookies from the 2023 draft class looking to stake claims. There also are veterans who haven’t had their taste of success and are looking to ascend, or maybe they have but appear ready for more than ever before. Every team needs
Kevin Weekes Jun 27, 2023, 07:00 AM ET Welcome to the 2023 NHL draft. Well, almost. The draft, which begins Wednesday at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville (7 ET, ESPN and ESPN+), is a starting point both for the prospects and the teams that pick them. One thing to remember is that some players will go
Associated Press Jun 26, 2023, 07:43 PM ET NEW YORK — Baltimore Orioles infielder Jackson Holliday, the top pick in last year’s amateur draft and a son of former All-Star Matt Holliday, was among 14 first-round selections chosen for the All-Star Futures Game at T-Mobile Park in Seattle on July 8. Holliday is hitting .325
Jun 26, 2023, 06:15 PM ET NEW YORK — It is time for the men’s and women’s professional tennis bodies to merge says former world number one Kim Clijsters, who wants a united front in the sport as the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) celebrates its 50-year anniversary. The Belgian’s remarks echo a sentiment long held
Adrian Wojnarowski, Senior NBA InsiderJun 26, 2023, 01:30 PM ET Close Host of The Woj Pod Joined ESPN in 2017 In a deal that delivers the franchise some dramatic financial flexibility, the Atlanta Hawks are trading forward John Collins to the Utah Jazz, sources told ESPN on Monday. The Hawks are acquiring forward Rudy Gay
Jun 26, 2023, 10:04 AM ET Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Devon Allen ran his fastest time in the 110-meter hurdles this year Saturday at the USATF NYC Grand Prix. Allen ran in a time of 13.04 seconds — tied for the fourth fastest in the world this year — and finished second behind Daniel Roberts,
Greg Wyshynski, ESPNJun 26, 2023, 06:16 PM ET Close Greg Wyshynski is ESPN’s senior NHL writer. Holding the No. 1 overall pick in this week’s NHL draft, the Chicago Blackhawks provided likely first overall selection Connor Bedard with a skilled, veteran running mate as he begins his pro career. On Monday, the Boston Bruins traded
Chris Wright, Toe Poke writerJun 26, 2023, 11:00 AM ET EA Sports is on a bit of a roll when it comes to using its FIFA games to correctly predict men’s World Cup winners, with a flawless streak stretching back four tournaments. The gaming giant has successfully used its football franchise to forecast the winners
Jun 26, 2023, 12:48 PM ET Though recent No. 1 overall pick Victor Wembanyama has only been in the United States for a week, his schedule has been jam-packed. Editor’s Picks 1 Related From getting the red carpet treatment in New York City to a hero’s welcome in his new home state of Texas, here’s
It was a close call for the No. 1 overall pick, but Saka’s brilliant season for club and country put him over the top. Chris Brunskill/Fantasista/Getty Images We’re both big NBA fans, and the draft is a special day for those who love the league. Football is an entirely different sport, with youngsters joining top clubs
Associated Press Jun 25, 2023, 06:57 PM ET PHILADELPHIA — Brett Baty hesitated getting the ball out of his glove. Josh Walker failed to throw the ball over the plate. Jeff Brigham threw his baseballs directly at Phillies hitters. Kyle Schwarber and Trea Turner couldn’t escape the wild ones, and the Phillies sluggers were plunked
Jun 26, 2023, 09:29 AM ET With the conclusion of Saturday’s UFC Fight Night, the first half of the year is behind us. Starting with a surprise faceoff between the best heavyweights in the sport, Marc Raimondi, Brett Okamoto, Eddie Maisonet III and Andres Waters discuss the biggest moments we’ve seen so far in the
D’Arcy Maine, ESPN.com Jun 26, 2023, 09:58 AM ET After cramps spoiled his blockbuster match against Novak Djokovic in the French Open semifinals earlier this month, and raised some questions about his fitness level, Carlos Alcaraz reminded the tennis world of exactly why he is the sport’s reigning heir apparent on Sunday. The 20-year-old won
Jun 14, 2023, 01:08 PM ET NBA free agency season is almost upon us. While this year’s list of free agents doesn’t contain as many superstars as those in years past, there could be plenty of player movement via trades, which we’ve seen in recent offseasons. Among the big names who are free agents are