Sources: Odell Beckham Jr. works out for Giants, takes physical Jordan RaananApr 20, 2026, 02:15 PM ET Close Jordan Raanan covers the New York Giants for ESPN and can be heard hosting on ESPN Radio. Raanan joined ESPN in 2016. Multiple Authors EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- The New York Giants had free…

Columbus Blue Jackets Messy Merzlikins Contract Complicates Their Goaltending – The Hockey Writers – Columbus Blue Jackets This past season for the Columbus Blue Jackets was not a season that they are too proud of, or at least by the way they finished it. This now leaves them in an…

Brandon Aubrey contract extension: Cowboys ink kicker to four-year, $28 million deal Getty Images Brandon Aubrey's meteoric rise just reached new heights. The three-time All-Pro signed a four-year, $28 million extension with the Cowboys, becoming the highest-paid kicker in NFL history in the…

MLB home run picks, odds: Shohei Ohtani among expert’s bets for April 20 The MLB schedule on Monday features 10 games, and those interested in MLB betting and prop betting for home runs should see what SportsLine MLB expert Angelo Magliocca is targeting for his best MLB home run picks. The Monday…

Nets sign coach Jordi Fernández to extension: What long-term deal says about rebuild The Brooklyn Nets have signed coach Jordi Fernández to a contract extension, the team announced Monday. Fernández, as well as the rest of his coaching staff, received multiyear deals, signaling the confidence the…

Colts’ Alec Pierce missing offseason workouts after ankle surgery Stephen HolderApr 20, 2026, 02:03 PM ET Close Stephen joined ESPN in 2022, covering the Indianapolis Colts and NFL at large. Stephen finished first place in column writing in the 2015 Indiana Associated Press Media Editors…

Top 15 NHL Power Forwards – The Hockey Writers – Rankings and Lists It is a rare commodity for an NHL player to have the size, strength, skill, and intelligence to dominate on the ice each and every night. This particular combination is defined as a power forward. Throughout the NHL’s history,…

2026 NFL mock draft: Chiefs trade up twice, Giants unlock options Indiana • Jr • 6'5" / 236 lbs Projected Team Las Vegas PROSPECT RNK 1st POSITION RNK 1st PAYDS 3535 RUYDS 276 INTS 6 TDS 48 The only truly known pick is at the top, with the Raiders and Mendoza, who will bring to a close three years…

Easton Cowan’s AHL Designation Best For His Development – The Hockey Writers – It was a long season for the Toronto Maple Leafs and one that saw rookie forward Easton Cowan in and out of the lineup at times throughout it. To the disappointment of some outside of the organization, the belief was…

Anaheim Ducks Jersey History – The Hockey Writers – Anaheim Ducks *This archive was originally written by Austin Stanovich The Anaheim Ducks have worn quite a few jerseys during their relatively short history. Some of them have been among the most beloved in the NHL, while some have failed to…

New York Rangers’ All-Time Starting Lineup – The Hockey Writers – New York Rangers There have been plenty of New York Rangers legends since their founding in 1926 as one of the Original Six teams. In this exercise, I will create a “starting six” of one goalie, two defensemen, and three forwards…

Sources: Free agent QB Jimmy Garoppolo considering retirement Apr 20, 2026, 01:31 PM ET Free agent quarterback Jimmy Garoppolo is considering retirement, sources told NFL Network on Monday. Garoppolo, 34, has spent the past two seasons with the Los Angeles Rams, backing up quarterback Matthew…

Aaron Rodgers updates: Steelers being held captive again, showing bigger problem Speaking March 31 at the NFL's league meetings, Steelers owner and team president Art Rooney II told reporters, "I would say by the draft, I expect an answer," regarding Aaron Rodgers' future. Here it is, April 20,…

Nikita Shcherbakov – 2026 NHL Draft Prospect Profile – The Hockey Writers – NHL Entry Draft Nikita Shcherbakov 2025-26 Team: Toros Neftekhamsk (VHL)Date of Birth: October 23, 2007Place of Birth: Chelyabinsk, RussiaHt: 6-foot-5 Wt: 187 poundsShoots: LeftPosition: DefensemanNHL Draft Eligibility:…

Could Legacy Be What Keeps Auston Matthews in Toronto? – The Hockey Writers – Toronto Maple Leafs I want to ask a question I haven’t seen anyone else ask. It’s a little brainworm that won’t show up on salary cap sheets or insider reports, and it comes with a big “what if.” What if the biggest…

Highest-paid NFL players: Most guaranteed money at every position Who are the NFL's highest-paid players at every position? We tracked the best-paid players at 16 different positions -- including long-snapper -- and will keep the numbers updated as more records get broken. To get the full picture…

2026 NFL Draft: Mock drafts, rumors, trade buzz roundup Welcome to the Monday edition of the Pick Six newsletter! Draft week is finally here. I repeat: Draft week is finally here. This is not a drill. I've read at least 300 mock drafts over the past two months, and I plan to read at least 300 more…

“Extremely Disappointed”: Winnipeg Jets Head Coach Scott Arniel Reflects on Poor 2025-26 – The Hockey Writers – Winnipeg Jets Scott Arniel stepped up to the podium and didn’t waste any time. “This year was certainly a lot different than last year at this time,” the Winnipeg Jets head coach said at…

Jets 2026 NFL Draft options: Best targets at No. 2, No. 16 If one team controls the 2026 NFL Draft, it's the New York Jets. They own two first-round picks -- both in the top 16 -- and four picks in the top 44. Could the Jets trade down to acquire more draft capital? Or maybe New York packages some…

NBA games today: Playoff schedule, odds, predictions with Knicks back in action The first weekend of the NBA playoffs is in the books. We got a standout playoff debut (looking at you, Victor Wembanyama), a surprising Game 1 upset (cue the Orlando Magic victory song) and so many blowout wins that…

Cowboys give Brandon Aubrey 4-year deal averaging $7M per season Apr 20, 2026, 12:25 PM ET Brandon Aubrey and the Dallas Cowboys reached agreement Monday on a deal that will make him the highest-paid kicker in NFL history, his agents told ESPN's Adam Schefter. The four-year extension makes Aubrey…

How the Canadiens Flipped the Script on the Lightning in Game 1 – The Hockey Writers – Montreal Canadiens When the Montreal Canadiens walked into Game 1 against the Tampa Bay Lightning on Sunday evening, most people figured it would be a lesson in experience. A reminder of how hard playoff hockey…

Sabres’ Tage Thompson Has Taken his Game to a New Level – The Hockey Writers – Buffalo Sabres After making the playoffs for the first time since 2011, it would be easy for the Buffalo Sabres to take their foot off the pedal and claim the season a success. Everyone has jumped on the Sabres…

NBA DFS picks, Monday lineup advice from daily Fantasy professional who’s won $2 million The 2026 NBA playoffs roll on Monday with three more matchups, all Game 2s in their respective series. The Cavaliers and Raptors tip at 7 p.m. ET, followed by Knicks vs. Hawks at 8 p.m. ET and Timberwolves vs.…

A.J. Brown to Patriots? How a post-June 1 trade affects Eagles, 2026 NFL Draft The worst-kept secret in the NFL is starting to come to fruition. Since the start of the offseason, all eyes have been on the Philadelphia Eagles and what they'll do with star wide receiver A.J. Brown. The pass catcher…

NBA Playoffs: Ranking the top five Game 1 performances from Wemby, Kennard, more The first weekend of the 2026 NBA playoffs is in the books. According to seeds, there was only one upset -- Orlando over Detroit -- but the Lakers beating Houston without Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves felt like one,…

Wild vs. Stars Game 2 NHL Stanley Cup playoffs parlay, picks In my opinion, the most interesting first-round matchup in the NHL playoffs is Wild-Stars from the Western Conference, because I believe that's the only one of the eight total series where both teams could legitimately win the Stanley…

Senators Have 3 Viable Options For Filling Artem Zub’s Spot – The Hockey Writers – Ottawa Senators As if dropping Game 1 of their first round series with the Carolina Hurricanes in a 2-0 shutout wasn’t enough, the Ottawa Senators’ injury woes continue – this time, with one of their most…

Use BetMGM bonus code CBSSPORTS to get $150 in bonus bets for Cavaliers-Raptors, Knicks-Hawks, Nuggets-Wolves The 2026 NBA Playoffs continue with a three-game slate on Monday, creating the perfect opportunity to claim the latest BetMGM bonus code CBSSPORTS, which gives new users $150 in bonus bets…

NHL Rumors: Canucks Pausing GM Search, Rielly Trade, Oilers Returns – The Hockey Writers – In today’s NHL rumors rundown, the Vancouver Canucks are weighing whether their next general manager hire could hinge on the upcoming draft lottery, the Toronto Maple Leafs continue their search for a new…

Chiefs 2026 NFL Draft odds: Protection for Patrick Mahomes a priority at No. 9? It took me through the first eight selections for the first round of Thursday's NFL Draft from Pittsburgh to finally get to a team where odds have been posted at DraftKings not just on the favorite to be the pick but…

Penguins vs. Flyers prediction, odds, time: 2026 NHL NHL playoff Game 2 picks for Monday, April 20 The 2026 NHL playoffs continue on Monday, and the first puck drop is Game 2 of the Pittsburgh Penguins vs. Philadelphia Flyers NHL Eastern Conference playoff series. The Flyers won Game 1, 3-2, as…

Can the Mets rebound from losing streak? Why all is not lost in Flushing The New York Mets are currently laboring under the weight of an 11-game losing streak -- their longest such skid since 2004. However, the Mets will not lose on Monday. That is because they do not play on Monday. Coming off a…

NBA player prop picks, odds, free best bets: Model backing Anthony Edwards for 2026 NBA Playoffs on April 20 Imagn Images Several of the league's biggest stars will take the floor on Monday when the 2026 NBA Playoffs continue with three pivotal matchups, offering ample opportunities for NBA prop…

Oilers Allow Significantly Fewer Goals When Leon Draisaitl Isn’t in Lineup – The Hockey Writers – Edmonton Oilers The Edmonton Oilers experienced a remarkable transformation as they closed out the 2025-26 NHL regular season by going 7-2-2 to clinch second place in the Pacific Division. That late…

Free MLB home run picks, odds for April 20: Jordan Walker in expert’s best bets for Monday HR player props Imagn Images Betting MLB home run props is one of the most popular forms of MLB betting, and with 10 games on the MLB schedule, you'll want to see what SportsLine analyst Jacob Fetner has to…

Blue Jackets Need Real Plan to Escape From NHL’s Mediocre “Mushy Middle” – The Hockey Writers – Columbus Blue Jackets The Columbus Blue Jackets ended the 2025-26 season with one of the worst finishes in franchise history. They went 3-9-1 in their last 13 games including 0-5-1 in their last six at…

Use DraftKings promo code to get $300 bonus for Cavs-Raptors, Nuggets-Timberwolves, Nationals-Braves on Monday There are three games in the 2026 NBA Playoffs on Monday, making tonight ideal for claiming the latest DraftKings promo code to get $300 in bonus bets if their first $5 wager wins. The…

2026 NFL Draft takes: Overreaction or Reality on Mendoza, Trades, Ty Simpson Ladies and gentlemen, we made it! We reached the week of the 2026 NFL Draft, so get ready to recycle every one of your mock drafts, rip them to pieces, and use them as confetti to celebrate. After months of analysis,…

Dallas Stars Need Top Players to Show Up in Pivotal Game 2 vs. Wild – The Hockey Writers – Dallas Stars The Dallas Stars don’t have a great record in Game 1s of the playoffs, especially on home ice. That’s why I wouldn’t be overly concerned about their 6-1 loss to the Minnesota Wild on Saturday…

3 Takeaways from the Sabres’ 4-3 Game 1 Win Over the Bruins – The Hockey Writers – Buffalo Sabres We’ve finally arrived. After 15 years, the Buffalo Sabres are not only in the 2026 Stanley Cup Playoffs but hosted Game 1 as the Atlantic Division champions. Depending on who you ask, expectations are…

NBA odds, lines, spreads, picks, predictions: This Monday parlay returns over +2200 Monday's NBA schedule features three first-round playoff matchups. In the Eastern Conference, the Cavaliers are -8.5 favorites at FanDuel Sportsbook vs. the Raptors in the 7 p.m. ET matchup, while the Knicks are…

Kings Takeaways: Hang With Avalanche in Game 1, Lose 2-1 – The Hockey Writers – Los Angeles Kings The Los Angeles Kings played well enough to win, and that’s saying a lot considering the fact that they are massive underdogs playing what most are calling one of the best hockey teams ever. There are…

Trent Williams extension: 49ers agree to two-year, $50 million deal ahead of NFL Draft The San Francisco 49ers will keep their star left tackle around for a little while longer. CBS Sports NFL Insider Jonathan Jones reports that the Niners and Williams agreed to an extension that will pay him up…

Takeaways From Lightning’s Game 1 Loss vs. the Canadiens – The Hockey Writers – Tampa Bay Lightning The Tampa Bay Lightning lost to the Montreal Canadiens in dramatic fashion, 4-3, in overtime. In a tight, back-and-forth bout, their first-round woes still look prevalent after one game. After one…

3 Takeaways from the Avalanche’s 2-1 Game 1 Win Over the Kings – The Hockey Writers – Colorado Avalanche Coming into the opening round of the playoffs, the Colorado Avalanche are the clear favorites to win it all. Their opponents, the Los Angeles Kings, are heavy underdogs to win a game in this…

3 Takeaways From Mammoth’s 4-2 Game 1 Loss to the Golden Knights – The Hockey Writers – Utah Mammoth If you like playoff hockey, Sunday’s Game 1 between the Utah Mammoth and the Vegas Golden Knights had everything for you. A historic goal, lots of physicality, and a comeback that resulted in a win…

Agency: 49ers, Trent Williams agree to two-year, $50M extension Nick WagonerApr 20, 2026, 09:31 AM ET Close Nick Wagoner is an NFL reporter at ESPN. Nick has covered the San Francisco 49ers since 2016, having previously covered the St. Louis Rams for 12 years, including three years (2013 to 2015)…

Breaking Down How the Oilers Stack Up Against the Ducks – The Hockey Writers – Edmonton Oilers For the first time in five years, the Edmonton Oilers will face a new opponent to kick off the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Rather than going up against the LA Kings for what would be a fifth-straight year,…

NFL Draft QB mock 2026: Fernando Mendoza No. 1, Ty Simpson’s fit and more Getty Images It is officially NFL Draft week. If you're anything like me, you probably spent the past month reading through every mock draft on the internet, and let me just tell you, there are a lot of them.  I hope you…