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Smith Placed on Reserve/retired List
The Denver Broncos placed star receiver Rod Smith on the reserve/retired list Friday.
Brind'Amour to Undergo Surgery
Hurricanes captain Rod Brind'Amour will have reconstructive surgery on a torn ligament in his left knee and will likely miss the rest of the season.
Daytona 500: Hendrick Vs. Gibbs
Hendrick vs. Gibbs. Jimmie, Jeff and Junior vs. Tony, Denny and Kyle.
Nash, Suns Win
Steve Nash had 24 points and 13 assists and the Phoenix Suns pulled away in the final quarter to beat the weary and short-handed Dallas Mavericks 109-97 on Friday night.
Typo Spurs Erroneous Bonds Drug Reports
A typo in court papers regarding Barry Bonds filed late Thursday by federal prosecutors touched off a brief tempest over the mistaken belief that he failed a drug test in November 2001, one month after breaking the home run record.
McNamee's Lawyer Predicts Clemens Pardon
One of Brian McNamee's lawyers predicted Roger Clemens will be pardoned by President Bush, saying some Republicans treated his client harshly because of the pitcher's friendship with the Bush family.
Miami LB Zach Thomas Released
Leaving the Miami Dolphins' training complex at the end of this past season, Zach Thomas stopped to grab a souvenir.

U.S. says Bonds failed steroid test before record
Baseball home run king Barry Bonds tested positive for steroids in November 2000, months before his record breaking 73-home run season, U.S. prosecutors said on Thursday.
Athletes resist pressure to play politics in Beijing
Britain's climb-down last weekend looks to have ended attempts to gag athletes at the Beijing Olympics but there is growing resentment among top Olympians about pressure on them to speak out on political issues.
Bryant suffers finger ligament damage
Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant has torn a ligament in his little finger, the NBA team said on Thursday.
Dolphins release former Pro Bowl linebacker Thomas
The Miami Dolphins took another step in their rebuilding process on Thursday by releasing seven-times Pro Bowl linebacker Zach Thomas, the NFL club said.
Seles announces official retirement
Former world number one Monica Seles announced her official retirement from professional tennis at the age of 34 on Thursday, nearly five years since she last played.
Suns use late charge to burn Mavs
Amare Stoudemire and Leandro Barbosa both scored 26 points and the Phoenix Suns used an 11-2 run late in the fourth quarter to defeat the depleted Dallas Mavericks 109-97 on Thursday.
Korean Choi one ahead after delayed first round at Riviera
South Korea's K.J. Choi retained his one-shot lead at the Northern Trust Open when the weather-delayed first round was completed on Friday morning.

Typo spurs erroneous report on Bonds
A typo in court papers regarding Barry Bonds filed late Thursday by federal prosecutors touched off a brief tempest over the mistaken belief that he failed a drug test in November 2001, one month after breaking the home run record.
McNamee lawyer: Bush will pardon Clemens
One of Brian McNamee's lawyers predicted Roger Clemens will be pardoned by President Bush, saying some Republicans treated his client harshly because of the pitcher's friendship with the Bush family.
Rockies beat LHP Fuentes in arbitration
The Colorado Rockies defeated reliever Brian Fuentes in salary arbitration when a panel ruled Friday the reliever should get $5.05 million this year rather than his request for $6.5 million.
Tribe, Sabathia have breakdown in talks
One thing's for sure about C.C. Sabathia's long-term future with the Indians: It's up in the air.
Pedro: 'I dominated' the Steroids Era
Pedro Martinez knows his place in the Steroids Era.
Mussina says Pettitte to face challenges
When Andy Pettitte arrives at New York Yankees' training camp he will face intense media scrutiny.

Broncos WR Smith on reserve/retired list
The Denver Broncos placed star receiver Rod Smith on the reserve/retired list Friday.
Dolphins release LB Zach Thomas
Leaving the Miami Dolphins' training complex at the end of this past season, Zach Thomas stopped to grab a souvenir.
NFL challenges Vick bonus ruling
The NFL is asking federal court to vacate a judge's ruling allowing suspended quarterback Michael Vick to keep $16.5 million in bonuses.
Giants' Pierce charged with dog neglect
New York Giants linebacker Antonio Pierce was accused of neglecting one of his dogs in the days leading up to the Super Bowl.
'Pacman' settles last criminal charge
Suspended NFL player Adam ``Pacman'' Jones settled his last pending criminal charge Thursday in a plea the prosecutor said makes the cornerback a convicted felon.
Seahawks sign OG Wahle to 5-year deal
The Seattle Seahawks signed former Pro Bowl guard Mike Wahle to a five-year contract Thursday.
Cardinals LB Dansby gets franchise tag
The Arizona Cardinals have placed the ``non-exclusive'' franchise tag on linebacker Karlos Dansby, the team said Thursday.

Bryant has torn ligament in finger
Kobe Bryant was diagnosed with a torn ligament in his right pinkie finger Thursday and the Lakers All-Star has decided not to undergo surgery that could sideline him for six weeks.
Suns defeat short-handed Mavs 109-97
No Shaquille O'Neal, no Jason Kidd.
All-Star weekend puts focus on Big Easy
Reminiscing about record crowds and the excitement of working in the NBA should be expected from someone like Bill Bertka, a longtime scouting director for the Los Angeles Lakers.
Hinrich leads Bulls over Heat 99-92
Kirk Hinrich stuck around just long enough to stick it to the Miami Heat. Then, he made a quick exit from the United Center.
Kidd-to-Mavs deal blocked by George
Devean George won three rings playing alongside Shaquille O'Neal and Kobe Bryant. He joined the Dallas Mavericks before last season thinking he might add to his collection playing alongside Dirk Nowitzki.
Dirk replaces Kobe in 3-point contest
Dallas Mavericks forward Dirk Nowitzki will replace Kobe Bryant in the 3-point shooting contest Saturday night because the Los Angeles Lakers' star has a dislocated pinkie on his right hand.
Rockets to honor Olajuwon with monument
The Houston Rockets plan to unveil a monument honoring former star Hakeem Olajuwon on April 11 outside the team's arena.

'Canes Brind'Amour likely out for season
Hurricanes captain Rod Brind'Amour will have reconstructive surgery on a torn ligament in his left knee and will likely miss the rest of the season.
Coyotes snap Stars' 7-game win streak
If the Phoenix Coyotes make a playoff run, they will need the scoring of winger Radim Vrbata.
Isles score 4 PP goals, top Leafs 5-4
After a seven-game winless slide damaged their playoff hopes, the New York Islanders are once again counting on a late-season run to get back to the postseason.
Rangers give Lundqvist 6 years, $41.25M
Henrik Lundqvist and the New York Rangers agreed Thursday on a six-year, $41.25 million contract extension that will keep the two-time Vezina Trophy finalist in the fold through the 2013-14 season.
Ward leaves hospital after neck injury
Boston Bruins defenseman Aaron Ward was released from a Pittsburgh hospital Thursday, one day after he suffered a neck injury in game against the Penguins.
Koivu helps Wild top Canucks in shootout
From blowing a third-period lead to regaining it and blowing it again, there was nothing characteristic about the Minnesota Wild's 5-4 shootout win over the Vancouver Canucks on Thursday night.
Legace has 39 saves, Blues beat Avs 4-1
Manny Legace was pelted with more shots than he cared to recall.