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NHL notebook: Red Wings F Cole out for season
Detroit Red Wings forward Erik Cole will miss the rest of the season, including the playoffs, and his hockey future is in doubt due to a spinal contusion.
Steelers RB Bell to appeal 3-game suspension
Pittsburgh Steelers running back Le'Veon Bell was suspended three games and fined a game check for a fourth for violating the NFL's substance abuse policy.
NHL game roundup: Bruins in dire straits after loss
With one team battling for a playoff spot and the other angling for home ice in the first round, the Washington Capitals steamrolled Boston 3-0 on Wednesday night in what could be a damaging blow to the Bruins' hopes of an eighth straight postseason appearance.
NBA game roundup: Rose returns, but Bulls fall to Magic
Guard Victor Oladipo hit a layup with 1.5 seconds remaining to give the Orlando Magic a 105-103 victory over the Bulls on Wednesday, spoiling the much-anticipated return of Chicago All-Star guard Derrick Rose.
Cavs clinch division, 2nd seed, 104-99 over Bucks
Largely dormant through the first three quarters, LeBron James did just enough to help the Cleveland Cavaliers firm up their playoff picture.
Rosario's pinch homer lifts Colorado over Milwaukee in 10
Pinch-hitter Wilin Rosario homered in the 10th inning after being scratched from the starting lineup, leading the Colorado Rockies to a 5-4 win over the Milwaukee Brewers on Wednesday night.
Hernandez jury resumes deliberations Thursday
The Massachusetts jury in the murder trial for former New England Patriots standout Aaron Hernandez will enter its second full day of deliberations on Thursday.
Canadiens' Pacioretty sidelined by injury
Forward Max Pacioretty, the Montreal Canadiens' leading scorer, will sit out the final two games of the season with an upper-body injury, coach Michel Therrien said Wednesday.
Pacers' Chris Copeland stabbed at NYC club
Chris Copeland of the Indiana Pacers was stabbed outside a trendy New York nightclub early Wednesday, and two Atlanta Hawks -- who had just finished a home game hours before the incident -- were among those arrested, according to police and CNN affil...
NOLA brings something new to Indy Series
For the first time in five years, the IndyCar Series is going somewhere new. This weekend's race, the second of the season, will be at NOLA Motorsports Park, southwest of downtown New Orleans.
Tigers place Verlander on DL
Detroit Tigers right-hander Justin Verlander was officially placed on the 15-day disabled list, retroactive to March 29, due to a right triceps strain.
Bulls' Rose expected to return vs. Magic
Chicago Bulls point guard Derrick Rose expects to return Wednesday night on the road against the Orlando Magic and play limited minutes.
NCAA title game draws biggest ratings in 18 years
It didn't seem to matter to television viewers that Kentucky was not in the national championship game on Monday night.
NFL notebook: Blount suspended for one game
The NFL suspended New England Patriots running back LeGarrette Blount one game for violating the league's substance abuse policy.
NCAA officials chief: Refs didn't see key replay
While television viewers watched replays of a controversial out-of-bounds call during Monday night's national championship game, the referees did not see the same pictures and stuck with their original ruling.
Giants put Cain on DL; Peavy to follow?
Right-hander Matt Cain was placed on the disabled list with a flexor tendon strain in his right arm Tuesday, further complicating the San Francisco Giants' pitching plans as they open defense of their third World Series title in five years.
Bucks show off preliminary design for arena in Park East corridor
The Milwaukee Bucks show off renderings of a new arena, which would be located in the Park East corridor.
Former NFL player accused in Ponzi scheme
As an NFL cornerback, Will Allen played alongside many of the nation's top athletes. Now, he stands accused of using his sports connections as bait to raise money for an alleged Ponzi scheme.
The man who broke Augusta's race barrier
Lee Elder sat in Augusta National's clubhouse and waited. After uttering a quiet prayer he emerged into the morning for a short but ground-breaking walk.
NFL names first female official
The National Football League is hiring its first full-time female official.
Sarah Thomas will join the NFL as a line judge.
A Mississippi native, Thomas was the first woman to officiate a college football bowl game and had previously officiated at NFL...