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Dodgers send former ace closer Gagne to minors_

The Los Angeles Dodgers have sent former Cy Young Award winner Eric Gagne to their minor league camp, stalling the closer's bid to make it back to the majors.

  

Nathan (elbow) to play catch on Saturday_

Joe Nathan (elbow) said he'll play catch Saturday and give his right elbow a "vigorous test" to determine if he needs Tommy John surgery.

  

NHL will review Ovechkin's hit on Campbell_

The NHL will meet with Alex Ovechkin to discuss his actions during Sunday's game against Chicago.

  

Ovechkin suspended for Capitals' next 2 games_

Two-time MVP Alex Ovechkin has been suspended for the Washington Capitals' next two games for a reckless hit.

  

Lamely wins Puerto Rico Open for first PGA Tour victory_

Rookie Derek Lamely has won the weather-delayed Puerto Rico Open during a Monday finish on the rain-softened tropical course.

  

Dorell Wright apologizes to Heat, fans after DUI arrest_

An emotional Dorell Wright returned to practice with the Miami Heat on Monday, four days after being arrested on a driving under the influence ...

  

Swedish league results_

GAIS Gothenborg 0-0 Malmo; Gefle 0-0 Elfsborg Boras; Orebro 2-0 Atvidabergs FF.

  

Israeli league result_

Maccabi Haifa 1-0 Maccabi Tel Aviv.

  

Turkish league result_

Denizlispor 0-1 Besiktas.

  

Miller: Kansas team to beat in loaded Midwest Region_

Who wins, who's overrated and what's the best game? NBCSports.com has the answers for each region.

  

Leading Off: Rocky Road for Kansas_

Many bracket analysts are saying the No. 1 overall seed in the N.C.A.A. men’s basketball tournament, Kansas, was placed in the toughest region.

  

West Brom, Plymouth fined_

West Brom and Plymouth are fined for the scenes that marred the end of Albion's 1-0 win at Home Park on February 6.