io.github.ebrunet001/mcp-server-espn
Real-time ESPN sports data: live scores, standings, boxscores, odds & stats for 25+ leagues
Install
Add this to your client's MCP configuration (Claude Desktop: claude_desktop_config.json; Cursor: .cursor/mcp.json; VS Code and others use the same "mcpServers" shape).
claude mcp add --transport sse mcp-server-espn 'https://mrbridge--espn-mcp-server.apify.actor/mcp'{
"mcpServers": {
"mcp-server-espn": {
"type": "sse",
"url": "https://mrbridge--espn-mcp-server.apify.actor/mcp"
}
}
}Documentation
From the project's README on GitHub, refreshed weekly. Links open on GitHub.
Contents
ESPN MCP Server
Real-time ESPN sports data for Claude Desktop, Claude Code & MCP-compatible AI assistants.
What does it do?
ESPN MCP Server connects AI assistants directly to ESPN's real-time sports data. It exposes 12 specialized tools covering live scores, standings, boxscores, betting odds, player stats, team rosters, schedules, rankings, and news - all accessible through natural language prompts.
No ESPN API key required. Just connect and ask.
Available Tools
| Tool | Description |
|---|---|
espn_search | Search ESPN for players, teams, and leagues |
espn_news | Latest sports news headlines and articles |
espn_rankings | College, UFC, and tennis rankings |
espn_scoreboard | Live and recent scores for any sport/league |
espn_standings | Current league standings with W/L records |
espn_teams | List all teams or get detailed team info |
espn_team_roster | Full team roster with player details |
espn_team_schedule | Team game schedule (past & upcoming) |
espn_game_summary | Full boxscore, player stats, venue, officials |
espn_game_odds | Betting odds from multiple providers |
espn_athletes | Athlete profiles, game logs, splits, career stats |
espn_live_scoreboard | CDN-optimized live scoreboard with real-time updates |
Supported Leagues
NFL, NBA, MLB, NHL, WNBA, College Football, College Basketball, Premier League, La Liga, Bundesliga, Serie A, Ligue 1, Champions League, MLS, F1, NASCAR, UFC, PGA, ATP, WTA, and more.
Quick Start
Connect to Claude Desktop / Claude Code
- Get your Apify API Token
- Add a custom MCP connector with this URL:
https://mrbridge--espn-mcp-server.apify.actor/mcp?token=YOUR_APIFY_TOKEN- Ask Claude: "What are tonight's NBA scores?"
Example prompts
- "What were last night's NBA scores?"
- "Show me the Premier League standings"
- "Give me LeBron James' career stats"
- "What are the odds for tonight's NFL games?"
Pricing
Pay-per-event on Apify:
- Reads (scores, standings, stats): $0.005/call
- Actions (search): $0.01/call
- Free tier: $5/month Apify credits (~1,000 queries)
Links
- Apify Store: ESPN MCP Server
- Full documentation: See the Apify Store page for detailed README, output examples, and troubleshooting
License
MIT
Frequently asked questions
What is io.github.ebrunet001/mcp-server-espn?
Real-time ESPN sports data: live scores, standings, boxscores, odds & stats for 25+ leagues
How do I install io.github.ebrunet001/mcp-server-espn?
It runs as a remote server. In Claude Code: claude mcp add --transport sse mcp-server-espn 'https://mrbridge--espn-mcp-server.apify.actor/mcp'. For other clients, paste the JSON configuration from this page into their MCP settings.
Does io.github.ebrunet001/mcp-server-espn need an API key?
Its registry entry lists no required key or secret. Some features may still need an account with the service it connects to.
Is io.github.ebrunet001/mcp-server-espn open source?
Yes. Its code is on GitHub under the MIT license.
Who maintains io.github.ebrunet001/mcp-server-espn?
It is published by ebrunet001. AI.tn lists it but does not maintain or endorse it.
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