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Wizards’ off-court bonding fails to produce on-court chemistry
By Carla Peay - The Washington Times
The Wizards put in a little off-court bonding time on Thursday in Philadelphia, before the first game of a back-to-back with the 76ers. The players had a team dinner together at a Japanese restaurant and spent some time getting to know each other a little better.

Washington Capitals left wing Troy Brouwer had a hat trick in the Caps' 4-3 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning on Friday night. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Despite Brouwer's hat trick, Caps still make things interesting in win over 'Bolts

By Stephen Whyno - The Washington Times

It was over early and then in doubt. It was over when Troy Brouwer scored on an empty net, and then it got interesting.

Philadelphia 76ers' Jodie Meeks tied a career high with 26 points (six 3-pointers) against the Washington Wizards on Friday in Philadelphia. The 76ers' won 120-89. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)

No brotherly love for Wizards in Philadelphia, as they lose by 31

By Carla Peay - The Washington Times

The Washington Wizards knew exactly what kind of opponent they were facing in the Philadelphia 76ers, after losing a home-and-home preseason series by a combined total of 32 points.

Washington Capitals left wing Troy Brouwer celebrates with teammates after he scored his third goal of the night during the third period against the Tampa Bay Lightning, Friday, Jan. 13, 2012, in Washington. The Capitals won 4-3. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Troy Brouwer's 1st hat trick part of a dominant night

By Stephen Whyno - The Washington Times

When the Washington Capitals score four goals and Troy Brouwer has three of them, that's a good night. It was his first career hat trick in his 280th NHL game.

Denver Broncos quarterback Tim Tebow throws a pass Jan. 12, 2012, during practice in Englewood, Colo. (Associated Press/The Denver Post, Hyoung Chang)

Tebowmania grabs headlines from Brady

By Howard Ulman - Associated Press

For his latest trick, Tim Tebow is making Tom Brady disappear from the headlines. Now, with Tebowmania in full force, the Denver Broncos hope to make the New England Patriots disappear from the playoffs when they meet Saturday night.

Penn State President Rodney Erickson speaks to an alumni group in New York, Friday, Jan. 13, 2012. This was the third town hall style event he held in three days. He previously made stops in Pittsburgh and suburban Philadelphia, answering questions from the audience in sometimes heated exchanges. (AP Photo/Craig Ruttle)

Penn State president Rodney Erickson faces more Paterno questions

By Rachel Cohen - Associated Press

Penn State President Rodney Erickson wrapped up three cities in three days of often tense meetings with alumni assuring this: "We're going to be OK."

Washington Capitals center Nicklas Backstrom has no timetable for return after suffering a head injury on an elbow to the head Jan. 3, and he might be held out until after the All-Star break. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Nicklas Backstrom may not return until after All-Star break

By Stephen Whyno - The Washington Times

There's no indication of when Washington Capitals leading scorer Nicklas Backstrom (42 points) will be back. With head injuries, symptoms can change from day to day.

FILE - In this Dec. 24, 2011, file photo, Baltimore Ravens inside linebacker Ray Lewis rallies the crowd in the first half of an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns in Baltimore. Houston Texans' Arian Foster was in his first season as a starter in 2010 when the Texans hosted the Ravens, and Ravens linebacker Ray Lewis grabbed the running back after a play. Lewis had already become a fan and told Foster: 'I love the way you play this game.' Since then the pair have become friends off the field and shared their mutual admiration for each other this week as Houston is scheduled to face Baltimore on Jan. 15, 2012, in the playoffs. (AP Photo/Nick Wass, File)

Ravens get chance to stay perfect on home turf vs. Texans

By Barry Wilner - Associated Press

Ray Lewis hugged coach John Harbaugh and barked: "They're coming through Baltimore."

Britain's Andy Murray prepares to serve as he is watched by his coach Ivan Lendl, top second left, and Darren Cahill during his exhibition match against Argentina's David Nalbandian at the Kooyong Classic in Melbourne, Australia, Friday, Jan. 13, 2012. (AP Photo/Mark Baker)

Ivan Lendl lured back to tennis by Andy Murray project

By Caroline Cheese - Associated Press

Ivan Lendl rejected up to 10 offers in the 18 months before he was finally lured back to the tennis scene by the prospect of turning Andy Murray into a Grand Slam winner.

Maryland head coach Mark Turgeon hugs Sean Mosely after defeating Wake Forest 70-64 on Wednesday, Jan. 11, 2012, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Gail Burton)

SNYDER: Coach, players growing into roles at Maryland

By Deron Snyder - The Washington Times

First-year Maryland men's basketball coach Mark Turgeon is a breath of fresh air, and not just because first-year football coach Randy Edsall is emitting so much funk. No matter who occupied the head office at the Gossett Team House, there's little doubt that athletic director Kevin Anderson at least got the hoops hire right.

FILE - In this Dec. 10, 2011 file photo, Amir Khan, left, of England, fights Lamont Peterson during a boxing match in Washington. The World Boxing Association says it has granted Khan a rematch against Peterson. Khan appealed the scoring and questioned the presence of a "mystery man" distracting judges at ringside. (AP Photo/Nick Wass, File)

WBA grants Amir Khan-Lamont Peterson rematch

By Associated Press

Amir Khan was granted a rematch against Lamont Peterson by the WBA on Friday.

Pittsburgh Penguins star Sidney Crosby skates during practice in Sunrise, Fla., Friday, Jan. 13, 2012. Crosby skated with his teammates for the first time in more than a month on Friday but still has no idea when he'll be cleared to practice, let alone see action in a game. (AP Photo/Alan Diaz)

Sidney Crosby resumes skating

By Associated Press

Pittsburgh Penguins star Sidney Crosby skated Friday for the first time in more than a month, and his teammates left little doubt they're behind their captain as he continues to recover from a recurrence of concussion-like symptoms.

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Giants-Packers a formula for offensive fireworks
By CHRIS JENKINS - Associated Press
Going into Sunday's NFC divisional playoff game against the New York Giants, Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers are best known for all the fireworks they've produced on offense. Published January 14, 2012 Comments
Packers, Giants get boost from history
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Athletes and coaches don't live in the past. They do get enlightened and, sometimes, uplifted from it. Published January 14, 2012 Comments
AP source: Yankees sign free agent RHP Kuroda
By RONALD BLUM - Associated Press
The New York Yankees made a major push to bolster their starting rotation Friday night, agreeing to terms with right-hander Hiroki Kuroda on a $10 million, one-year contract shortly after acquiring young righty Michael Pineda from the Seattle Mariners. Published January 13, 2012 Comments
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By JENNA FRYER - Associated Press
Daytona 500 winner Trevor Bayne says he admires Tim Tebow and wishes he displayed his faith as strongly as the quarterback does. Published January 13, 2012 Comments
Ted Roof named new defensive coordinator at PSU
By GENARO C. ARMAS - Associated Press
New Penn State coach Bill O'Brien is turning his defense over to a veteran, well-traveled assistant with a national title on his resume. Published January 13, 2012 Comments
Lendl lured back to tennis by Murray project
By ASSOCIATED PRESS - Associated Press
Ivan Lendl says only Andy Murray could have tempted him back to the tennis scene 17 years after the end of his playing career. Published January 13, 2012 Comments
Philly PD: 1 arrested in Winter Classic fan fight
By ASSOCIATED PRESS - Associated Press
The instigator of a brutal fight that ended with a New York Rangers fan lying stunned in the middle of a Philadelphia intersection faces assault charges stemming from the altercation between rival hockey fans following the NHL Winter Classic, police said Friday. Published January 13, 2012 Comments
Jets' Ryan defends Sanchez, vows to restore order
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Rex Ryan wants the sniping to stop. Published January 13, 2012 Comments
Rams, Fisher finishing deal to hire him as coach
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The St. Louis Rams say they are finalizing a deal to hire Jeff Fisher as their new coach. Published January 13, 2012 Comments
AP source: Pineda, Montero in Yanks-Mariners swap
By TIM BOOTH - Associated Press
The Seattle Mariners agreed to trade right-hander Michael Pineda to the New York Yankees for catcher Jesus Montero on Friday, a swap involving two of baseball's top young talents. Published January 13, 2012 Comments

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