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Darrell Wallace Jr.: NASCAR’s ‘breakthrough’ opportunity

Darrell Wallace Jr.: NASCAR’s ‘breakthrough’ opportunity

The Mobile, Ala., native will become the third African American to drive in the NASCAR Nationwide Series on Sunday at Iowa Speedway

Lawrie suspended 4 games for ump incident

Lawrie suspended 4 games for ump incident

Blue Jays’ Brett Lawrie was suspended four games for “aggressive actions,” which included throwing a helmet that bounced off an umpire.

NFC South report cards: Did Saints get an F?

NFC South report cards: Did Saints get an F?

The Huddle will be grading each NFL team’s offseason based on roster maneuvers, coaching changes and current events.

Lukas ‘disappointed’ with fellow trainers’ behavior

Lukas ‘disappointed’ with fellow trainers’ behavior

Trainer D. Wayne Lukas criticized the behavior of a few of his peers Wednesday, saying their actions have tarnished his profession.

Lakers Devin Ebanks, Andrew Bynum fined by NBA

Lakers Devin Ebanks, Andrew Bynum fined by NBA

The NBA fined Lakers forward Devin Ebanks and center Andrew Bynum for their actions related to Monday’s 119-90 loss to the Thunder.

Column: Staples Center goes madcap over sports

Column: Staples Center goes madcap over sports

Los Angeles’ Staples Center will host six sports events over the next four days, and there’s one man at the epicenter of it all.

L.A. mall bans Pacquiao for anti-gay remarks

L.A. mall bans Pacquiao for anti-gay remarks

The boxing champion was scheduled to make a television appearance at The Grove mall.

Report: NFL could release more bounty evidence

Report: NFL could release more bounty evidence

However league official tells ‘The New York Times’ that protection of sources is of paramount importance.

Jeff Carter hat trick leads Kings past Coyotes

Jeff Carter hat trick leads Kings past Coyotes

The Los Angeles Kings matched an NHL record with their seventh consecutive road playoff victory.

2010 Green Bay Packers Super Bowl ring sold to pawn shop

2010 Green Bay Packers Super Bowl ring sold to pawn shop

On Tuesday, Pawn America sent a tweet and picture of a 2010 Green Bay Packers Super Bowl ring in its possession.

UFC on Fuel 3 results

UFC on Fuel 3 results

Chan Sung Jung put Dustin Poirier to sleep and called for a shot at the featherweight title.

Pacers pull out Game 2 win vs. Bosh-less Heat

Pacers pull out Game 2 win vs. Bosh-less Heat

The Pacers held on to defeat the Heat 78-75 in Game 2 on Tuesday, evening the series 1-1. Game 3 is Thursday in Indianapolis.

Two Coyotes ejected from Game 2

Two Coyotes  ejected from Game 2

Phoenix forwards Shane Doan and Martin Hanzal are kicked out for hits from behind in 4-0 loss.

NBA union seeks arbitration over Bird rights issue

NBA union seeks arbitration over Bird rights issue

The players union has requested arbitration with the NBA regarding four players who were waived this season including Jeremy Lin.

Blue Jays’ Lawrie ejected after wild rage in loss to Rays

Blue Jays’ Lawrie ejected after wild rage in loss to Rays

Brett Lawrie slammed his batting helmet to the ground and it ricocheted into umpire Bill Miller as the ninth inning turned nasty in Toronto.

Dismal offensively, Angels fire hitting coach Mickey Hatcher

Dismal offensively, Angels fire hitting coach Mickey Hatcher

The Los Angeles Angels have fired hitting coach Mickey Hatcher after their disappointing offensive start to the season.

LeBron will take blame but Wade deserves it

LeBron will take blame but Wade deserves it

Miami Heat forward LeBron James is a magnet for criticism, even if Dwyane Wade might deserve more. But the Spurs were Tuesday’s big winners.

Jets coaches already smitten with Tim Tebow?

Jets coaches already smitten with Tim Tebow?

Quarterbcks coach Matt Cavanaugh sings Tebow’s praises while reflecting on the struggles Mark Sanchez must overcome after rocky 2011 season.

Clemens threatened informants in e-mail

Clemens threatened informants in e-mail

Jurors at the Roger Clemens trial Tuesday saw a copy of an e-mail from Clemens threatening anyone who would rat him out to authorities.

NBA deals with playoff trauma as stars fall

NBA deals with playoff trauma as stars fall

Derrick Rose and Chris Bosh are the two brightest stars to fall to injuries in NBA playoff games. Is the compressed season responsible?

Kings look to follow up dominant Game 1

Kings look to follow up dominant Game 1

The Kings hit the Coyotes hard early and kept coming in Game 1 of the Western Conference finals, outshooting Phoenix 47-27 in a 4-2 win.

World Peace gets chilly reception in OKC

World Peace gets chilly reception in OKC

When Metta World Peace was announced in the starting lineup with the Lakers for Game 1 at the Oklahoma City Thunder on Monday, he was roundly …

76ers squeak by Celtics to even series 1-1

76ers squeak by Celtics to even series 1-1

Evan Turner made the go-ahead layup with 40.4 seconds left and Philadelphia held off Boston for an 82-81 victory Monday night.

Saints offensive coordinator moving ahead without mentor

Saints offensive coordinator moving ahead without mentor

The Saints are convinced offensive coordinator Pete Carmichael has the experience to succeed without suspended mentor Sean Payton.

Gymnast Shawn Johnson lost 25 pounds, dealt with body image

Gymnast Shawn Johnson lost 25 pounds, dealt with body image

Shawn Johnson says the experience after the 2008 Olympics taught her something. “People put too much emphasis on looks,” she says.