Crane: Sign-stealing scandal 'weighs on all of us'

In a week in which the Astros sign-stealing scandal was in the spotlight again, team owner Jim Crane lamented the long-term effects of the scandal.

source https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/29576483/astros-owner-jim-crane-says-sign-stealing-scandal-weighs-all-us

Inside rookie's 2,380-mile journey east to Washington's training camp

Keith Ismael made a memorable trek from San Diego to Ashburn, Virginia, visiting family and friends amid the pandemic and protests.

source https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/29571490/inside-rookie-2380-mile-journey-east-washington-training-camp

How DeMarcus Ware opened a fitness center during a pandemic

The Cowboys' all-time sacks leader has found his calling via a second career in the fitness industry, and he's not your typical absentee gym owner.

source https://www.espn.com/blog/dallas-cowboys/post/_/id/4771781/how-demarcus-ware-opened-a-fitness-center-during-a-pandemic

How Bill Belichick has thrived when Patriots turn to 'next man up'

With six players opting out, New England’s coach will lean on the players he has in house (just like he did in 2001).

source https://www.espn.com/blog/new-england-patriots/post/_/id/4820616/how-bill-belichick-has-thrived-when-patriots-turn-to-next-man-up

Eagles' Carson Wentz adds muscle and motivation entering Year 5

After being left off the NFL's top 100 list and mentoring Jalen Hurts, Wentz says he feels "like a veteran now."

source https://www.espn.com/blog/philadelphia-eagles/post/_/id/29974/eagles-carson-wentz-adds-muscle-and-motivation-entering-year-5

Stanley Cup Playoffs Daily: The NHL postseason begins!

The most unique tournament in NHL playoff history begins Saturday. Here's what to watch for on Day 1 of "All Day Hockey."

source https://www.espn.com/nhl/story/_/id/29573316/stanley-cup-playoffs-daily-nhl-postseason-begins

DeRozan: Don't 'vilify' Pop, Hammon for standing

Spurs star DeMar DeRozan said that he had no problem with head coach Gregg Popovich and assistant Becky Hammon choosing to stand during the national anthem prior to Friday's win over the Kings.

source https://www.espn.com/nba/story/_/id/29574926/vilify-gregg-popovich-becky-hammon-standing-anthem