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ESPN UFC 302 storylines: Makhachev's next big test and new glove debut

MMA's pound-for-pound champ puts his lightweight title on the line, but what else should fans focus on at UFC 302?

ESPN OU-UGA, USC-Michigan, Clemson-Stanford (?!): Classic games from new conference rivals

Matchups once reserved for Rose, Orange or Insight Bowls are now conference games. Here are some of the best previous meetings.

ESPN Riley, Harris or a soon-to-be Brave? Who could help replace Acuna after injury?

Once again, Ronald Acuna Jr will miss time for the Braves with an ACL tear. Who could help replace the MVP?

ESPN What stands out the most in our MLB standings check on Memorial Day?

Our experts look at the best and worst of the season to date -- and predict which teams will rule from here on out.

ESPN 'Dream come true': Mariners call up infielder Ryan Bliss

The Seattle Mariners infielder posted on X in 2014 that it was his dream to play for the Mariners.

ESPN How the Panthers became the NHL's bad boys -- and why they'll need to be to win against the Rangers

Frustrating, free-flowing and full of finesse. Florida is incapable of being rattled and is often the team instigating the extracurriculars.

ESPN 'I want them talking about everything': How Lamar Jackson, Ravens are motivated by AFC title loss

The reigning NFL MVP says the loss -- one game out from the Super Bowl -- has put "a little chip on our shoulder."

ESPN Squatting 600 pounds vs. Jalen Hurts: Saquon Barkley's new Eagles era

After signing with Philadelphia in free agency, the star running back is embracing his "fresh start."

ESPN Pacers frustrated but say good came out of season

Pacers players faced conflicting emotions in the aftermath of the East finals. They lamented the fact they held a fourth-quarter lead in three of their four losses to the Celtics but also didn't want to overlook the "good that came out of this season."

ESPN Jay Bilas: Man, was Bill Walton fun

Jay Bilas grew up idolizing Bill Walton, who was larger than life on and off the court and he was about finding the joy in others.

ESPN European Team of the Season: Mbappé, Bellingham, Kane star

ESPN and WhoScored bring you the best players from Europe's top five leagues from the 2023-24 season.

ESPN The non-league Champions League: How FC United conquered Europe again

The Fenix Trophy is a tournament for non-league clubs and is fan-owned football at its finest.

ESPN Breaking down Ten Hag's FA Cup triumph, Barca's poor Xavi treatment, more

No matter what happens with Erik Ten Hag at Man United, he got it right in the FA Cup final. PLUS: Xavi was treated poorly with his Barca exit, and why Bayern settled on Vincent Kompany.

ESPN Why hiring a new manager can be so hard for Europe's top clubs

With so many high-quality coaches available, why is the managerial market so hard to navigate?

ESPN Van Dijk predicts 'big success' for Slot's Liverpool

Liverpool's Dutch contingent are looking forward to the arrival of compatriot Arne Slot at the club as manager next season with club captain Virgil van Dijk committed to staying at Anfield.