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Ken Griffey Jr. is seen on the second green during the second round of the Masters Tournament at Augusta National Golf Club.

New golf series will follow Baseball Hall of Famer Ken Griffey Jr. around the world

Jayson Tatum undergoes Achilles surgery, ending his season

MLB reinstates legendary deceased players from permanently ineligible list

Bill Belichick defends Jordon Hudson in first interview since '60 Minutes' debacle

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Live Stream Nuggets vs Thunder: How to Watch NBA Playoffs, Time, TV Channel, Odds

Jets vs Stars Free Live Stream: How to Watch NHL Playoffs, TV Channel, Time, Odds

Live Stream Pacers vs Cavaliers: How to Watch NBA Playoffs, Time, TV Channel, Odds

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce looks on before Super Bowl LIX between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs at Caesars Superdome.

Travis Kelce shows off slim new physique after dropping 25 lbs this offseason

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Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson, left, and Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Sam Hubbard celebrate a sack in the second quarter during a Week 16 NFL game against the Baltimore Ravens.

Bengals fumbling future with 2024 NFL sack leader Trey Hendrickson

Feb 6, 2025; New Orleans, LA, USA; Bill Belichick and Jordon Hudson on the red carpet before Super Bowl LIX NFL Honors at Saenger Theatre. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Bill Belichick, Pablo Torre, and a rumor-fueled firestorm at UNC

Minnesota Vikings receiver Justin Jefferson after his catch against the Los Angeles Rams during their NFL playoff game

NFC team will play two straight international games for first time in NFL history

ESPN analyst Mel Kiper Jr analyst Jon Gruden and host Chris Berman (L to R) during the 2011 NFL Draft at Radio City Music Hall.

ESPN makes major announcement about Super Bowl LXI coverage

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May 12, 2025; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson (23) looks to pass after a rebound as Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum (0) defends in the first half during game four of the second round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Lakers linked to Mitchell Robinson in potential trade with Knicks this Summer

Duke Blue Devils forward Cooper Flagg during halftime in the semifinals of the men's Final Four of the 2025 NCAA Tournament

Top NBA Draft prospect Cooper Flagg shows off his insane agility

Nov 9, 2024; Avondale, Arizona, USA; 23XI Racing team owner Michael Jordan during qualifying for the Cup Series championship race at Phoenix Raceway. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Michael Jordan joins NBC’s NBA coverage team in historic return to network

Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton looks to pass the ball against New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson.

Tyrese Haliburton and Jalen Brunson’s epic WWE face-off resurfaces and goes viral

Weekend Roundup: Moms rule, Cleveland's epic fail, balancing scales, and more

Indiana Pacers center Myles Turner shoots the ball while Cleveland Cavaliers guard Ty Jerome defends during game four of the second round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs.

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Houston Astros outfielder Kyle Tucker (30) of the Houston Astros during the Red Carpet Show at L.A. Live. in advance of the All-Star Game in 2022.

Dodgers plan to bid on MLB's next luxury free agent: report

Fireworks are seen over US Cellular Field during a pregame ceremony honoring Chicago White Sox designated hitter Paul Konerko (14) before the game against the Kansas City Royals.

Fox Sports found the future pope in crowd during 2005 World Series

Boston Red Sox shortstop Xander Bogaerts (2) slaps hands with Red Sox owner John Henry after hitting a three-run home run against the Los Angeles Angels during the fifth inning at Fenway Park.

Red Sox owner meets with disgruntled $314 million star

Apr 1, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Los Angeles Dodgers two-way player Shohei Ohtani (17) high-fives shortstop Mookie Betts (50) after Betts hit a two run home run during the sixth inning against the Atlanta Braves at Dodger Stadium.

MLB agent confirms client has $100 million endorsement portfolio

Sports Media

ESPN's 'Flagship' app has an official name, price

North Carolina head coach Bill Belichick and girlfriend Jordon Hudson at Notre Dame Fighting Irish and Navy Midshipmen game

Bill Belichick's girlfriend Jordon Hudson turns down ABC's Dancing With The Stars

Gabby Thomas flexes Olympic physique for 2025 SI Swimsuit Issue

Suni Lee stuns in blue one-piece 2025 SI Swimsuit Issue, talks move to NYC

Hailey Van Lith shines in 2025 SI Swimsuit Issue before WNBA rookie year

Livvy Dunne stuns in 2025 SI Swimsuit Issue, ready for impact after LSU

Jordan Chiles rocks black bikini in 2025 SI Swimsuit Issue to 'embrace my beauty'

Cameron Brink flexes amazing look in 'empowering' 2025 SI Swimsuit photoshoot

Jockey Junior Alvarado celebrated after riding Sovereignty to victory in the 151st Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs.

Kentucky Derby-winning jockey receives massive fine after rule violation during race

Texas Longhorns quarterback, Arch Manning during his first practice of the spring season.

Arch Manning glad to bring 'swag' to his legendary family name

NFL Network analyst and host Rich Eisen appears on red carpet prior to the NFL Honors awards presentation at YouTube Theater

NFL Network host Rich Eisen will return to ESPN after decades away

NASCAR Cup Series Team 23XI owner Michael Jordan watches a video board during the Cook Out Southern 500.

NBA legend Michael Jordan to join NBC Sports coverage