Lightning fend off Penguins for Game 4 victory
Tampa Bay controlled the first and second periods, then held off a furious Pittsburgh rally in the third to claim Game 4 and even the Eastern Conference finals at 2-2.
Lightning strike 27 seconds into Game 4 (0:28)
Barnwell's offseason report cards for all 32 NFL teams
From coaching changes to free agency to the draft, Bill Barnwell grades how every NFL team fared this offseason now that the signings and trades are all but finished.
No Hail Mary needed: Packers crush Lions on Twitter with one good tweet
The Lions tried to have some fun at the Packers' expense on Twitter, but Green Bay responded and quickly gained the upper hand.
The moment the Cubs knew they were legit
A sweep of the defending champion Giants in August of 2015 announced that a young Cubs team was now a contender.
Lewis' back gets the assist on this out (0:56)
Coach: Lowry didn't quit on Raptors by leaving
Raptors coach Dwane Casey says he doesn't think Kyle Lowry quit on his team with his brief exit, as the two attempted to downplay the Game 2 incident a day later.
Sources: MLB moves toward changing strike zone
MLB's competition committee agreed to changes to the strike zone and intentional walks this week, sources said. They now must be approved by baseball's playing rules committee.
Curry says elbow uncomfortable, but 'no worries'
Sporting a shooting sleeve on his right elbow, Warriors guard Stephen Curry said the swelling is down and "nothing to worry about" as the team heads into Sunday's Game 3 against the Thunder.
Curry having fun with coaching staff (0:18)
LeBron James and Dwyane Wade's friendship enrages the NBA -- and that's just fine with them
Some might not like the close bond LeBron and D-Wade share. Their response? "One day, we're going to stop dribbling this basketball. Life goes on way beyond this."
LeBron, Cavs surprise Lue for breaking record (1:24)
Draymond Green can recite names of each player drafted ahead of him
Draymond Green is still so miffed about being selected with the 35th pick of the 2012 NBA draft that he can recite from memory the names of all 34 players taken ahead of him.
UFC meets with Diaz to talk McGregor rematch
Nate Diaz met with UFC's Dana White and Lorenzo Fertitta on Friday to discuss a possible rematch with Conor McGregor, but the sides could not reach an agreement on financial terms, a source said.
The basketball teams that are breaking barriers
In Jerusalem, Israeli-Palestinian girls' basketball teams are playing before prejudiced crowds and biased referees. But they are also experiencing unprecedented success.
Fat Joe tells Tyson story: 'We about to get knocked out' (2:38)
Player lays out for ridiculous catch (0:24)
Cuban would 'absolutely' mull being Clinton's VP
Mavericks owner Mark Cuban says he would "absolutely" consider being Hillary Clinton's running mate if he were asked.
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LeBron James' prediction of postseason perfection starting to come true
Though the Cavs have cruised so far in the postseason, LeBron James and Tyronn Lue admit that the perfect run has not been easy.
LeBron joins the greatest playoff scorers in NBA history (1:21)
Bradley's homer extends hitting streak to 25 games (0:24)
Alex Rodriguez unlikely to return to Yankees until next week
Though Alex Rodriguez tested his sore hamstring along the basepath on Friday in Oakland, it appears the DH won't return to the Yankees until Tuesday.
Cabrera destroys a pair of home runs (1:01)
Raiders-to-Vegas idea has support of Pats' Kraft
Patriots owner Robert Kraft says he would be behind the Raiders' move from Oakland to Las Vegas if that is in owner Mark Davis' best interest.
Brock Osweiler: I wasn't worried about Peyton Manning's shadow
New Texans QB Brock Osweiler, with all due respect to the comments of his team owner, says Peyton Manning's shadow had nothing to do with his decision.
Eagles' Sam Bradford, Allen Barbre are Doug Pederson's 'guys' -- for now
Philadelphia Eagles coach Doug Pederson has shown he will endorse veteran starters, even when the team plans for young players to take their jobs.
By completing course work from Thailand, Brazil and Ethiopia, Larry Fitzgerald graduated college
After chipping away at classes online for the past 12 years, Larry Fitzgerald earns a college degree and teaches his sons the importance of education.
Blake denies Saborio's bicycle kick (0:42)
David Ortiz throws first pitch about 20 feet too high (0:28)
Farewell to a Spurs legend (no, not that one)
The man behind the famous San Antonio Spurs Coyote costume talks about his two decades in the suit, the injuries and various hijinks.
Playing through pain (1:27)
Uni Watch: Up in arms over covered arms
Friday Flashback: The Utah Jazz announced a sleeved jersey for their new look next season. No one seems to like it, so Uni Watch traces where this new look went wrong.
Nyquist carries hopes of a sport into Preakness
If Nyquist wins Saturday's Preakness Stakes, horse racing will hold its Super Bowl at the Belmont. If the favorite loses the race -- and the Triple Crown -- the Belmont becomes the Pro Bowl.
How to shut down the Thornton line
Mike Fisher and Dustin Brown were charged with covering the Joe Thornton line during the first two rounds. They didn't succeed but did learn a few things about slowing down the game's best trio.
Phillie Phanatic plays with dog in Phanatic costume (0:23)
How an 0-113 racehorse gave hope to Japan (18:36)
How Kyrie Irving is taking the load off LeBron James
Unlike last season, LeBron James doesn't have to do everything on offense. Take a look at how a healthy Kyrie Irving is making a difference.
Are Cavs (not Warriors) the new title favorites?
The Cavs are rolling while the West is far from decided. Does that mean Cleveland has jumped ahead of Golden State as the favorite to win the NBA title? Kevin Pelton has the numbers.
What is Ben Simmons' NBA ceiling?
Ben Simmons can pass, dribble, run the floor and finish at the rim. And he's 6-foot-10. Could the potential No. 1 pick be NBA MVP one day?
Idaho State runner finishes race after rupturing Achilles (1:54)
Why Djokovic will finally rule Roland Garros
Novak Djokovic's body of work is unimpeachable, but until he wins the French Open, he will never feel a true sense of career closure.
Previewing the French Open
Tools of the trade: The importance of quality esports equipment
For tennis, it's the racket. For golf, it's a set of clubs. For esports, it's the mouse. Or keyboard. Or controller. Just how important is the equipment of an esports professional?
NBA draft gym report: Ingram, Murray, Maker
Chad Ford dishes his latest NBA draft intel after Brandon Ingram, Jamal Murray, Thon Maker and more prospects show their stuff in workouts.
Giovani no se ilusiona con el 'Tri' olÃmpico
El mexicano prioriza concentrarse en sus próximos compromisos con el Galaxy en la MLS.
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Bradley Jr. extends hit streak to 25 games
A second-inning home run by Jackie Bradley Jr. made it 25 straight games with a hit for the Red Sox OF.
Jesse Rogers ESPN Staff Writer
Jason Heyward is under evaluation for an injury to his right torso/abdominal region after making a diving catch in the first inning against the Giants on Frday night. Heyward walked off on his own after laying on the ground for a few minutes.
Jesse Rogers ESPN Staff Writer
The Cubs chased Jake Peavy in the second inning as they scored five runs off him. Jake Arrieta had an RBI single making him 5 for 11 this year with runners on base. Kris Bryant homered a few minutes later ending Peavy's short outing.
ESPN Stats & Info @ESPNStatsInfo
Jake Arrieta has 5 runs of support. He hasn't allowed that many runs in a start since May 23rd of last season vs the Diamondbacks (6 runs).
Lindor's slide > Bradley Jr.'s throw
If it weren't for a creative slide by Francisco Lindor, Jackie Bradley Jr. would have had an impressive assist at the plate.
Pittsburgh Penguins @penguins
FINAL: After an incredible 3rd period push, the #Pens fall to the Lightning 4-3. Game 5 will be on Sunday night. pic.twitter.com/ufIADScd5k
David Ortiz pegs first pitch way high
Ortiz's first pitch at Fenway Park tonight was so high that the camera didn't catch where it landed.
Steph Curry on elbow: 'No worries'
Curry, who banged up his shooting elbow in Game 2, says that it is "uncomfortable" but not painful and that the swelling has gone down.
Joe McDonald ESPN Staff Writer
Marc-Andre Fleury is now playing net for the Penguins. Smart move by Mike Sullivan to rest Matt Murray.
Superb save prevents bicycle kick goal
The only way to steal the spotlight on a bicycle kick is to make sure it doesn't go in the net as Philadelphia's Andre Blake did.
Outfielder lays out for ridiculous catch
Georgia Southern center fielder Logan Baldwin lays out to make a spectacular catch to rob the batter of a hit.
Joe McDonald ESPN Staff Writer
Tyler Johnson scores to give the Lightning a 4-0 lead.
Joe McDonald ESPN Staff Writer
Jonathan Drouin scores a power-play goal to give Tampa Bay a 3-0 lead with 5:22 remaining in the second period.
Joe McDonald ESPN Staff Writer
Pittsburgh defenseman Trevor Daley suffered what appears to be a left leg injury and needs assistance off the ice. He was in obvious pain.
ESPN Stats & Info @ESPNStatsInfo
Longest active hitting streaks in MLB (including tonight): - Jackie Bradley Jr.: 25 - Xander Bogaerts: 14 Both play for Red Sox.
Cavs surprise Lue for breaking record
LeBron James and his Cavaliers teammates decided to shower coach Tyronn Lue with water to congratulate him on 10 consecutive wins to begin his postseason coaching career.
OTD: Pierzynski clocked in face by Barrett
More than 10 years before Rougned Odor vs. Jose Bautista, there was an eerily similar fight in A.J. Pierzynski vs. Michael Barrett.
Joe McDonald ESPN Staff Writer
Matt Murray remains in net for the Penguins after the collision with Dumoulin.
ESPN Stats & Info @ESPNStatsInfo
Lightning had 18 shots on goal in 1st period (23 SOG per game in first 3 games) TB: 20 shot attempts, 18 on goal (2 blocked) in 1st period
Joe McDonald ESPN Staff Writer
Penguins goalie Matt Murray took a shot to the head by his own teammate Brian Dumoulin behind the net at the end of the first period. Murray remained on the ice for the moment and appeared shaken up on the play.
Scott Burnside @ESPN_Burnside
Brian Dumoulin cracks his own netminder Matt Murray in the noggin behind Penguin net in final seconds of the first. 2-0 Bolts through 20.
McGregor: 'It was a publicized civil war'
Conor McGregor sits down with Kenny Mayne in his first interview since being removed from UFC 200. The full exclusive airs Sunday on the 10 a.m ET SportsCenter.
Joe McDonald ESPN Staff Writer
Lightning defenseman Andrej Sustr scores his first goal of the postseason to give Tampa a 2-0 lead in the first period.
Joe McDonald ESPN Staff Writer
Tyler Johnson now wearing a clear full shield. Knew he would change it after you could see him complaining on the bench about the cage.
Katie Strang ESPN.com
No wonder his Tigers teammates have been so emphatic about the positive impact Cameron Maybin has made since his return from injury: CF has recorded multi-hit performances in 3 of 4 games back. Has a stolen base in all 4. Not just an upbeat presence in the room; gives the club an added dimension of speed on the base paths and puts pressure on opposing pitchers.