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Crosby has hat trick as Pens up lead on Sens

Sidney Crosby had his second career playoff hat trick and the Pittsburgh Penguins beat the Ottawa Senators 4-3 on Friday night to take a 2-0 lead in the Eastern Conference semifinals.

Vogel responds to LeBron, respects Heat

Frank Vogel said Monday that he has great respect for LeBron James and the Miami Heat, but as for James' perception that the Indiana Pacers coach considers Miami "just another team," he said the Heat superstar is mistaken.

Fans buy items on RG III's wedding registry

Robert Griffin III's immense fan base is showing their appreciation for the Washington Redskins quarterback by purchasing many of the items he and his fiance have listed on their wedding registry.

Bills' Williams denies contemplating suicide

Denying he's ever contemplated suicide, Buffalo Bills defensive end Mario Williams accused his former fiancee on Monday of taking private comments out of context in a bid to win a lawsuit over the possession of a $785,000 diamond engagement ring.

Gronkowski has 4th surgery on left forearm

New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski underwent a fourth surgery on his forearm Monday and doctors believe his previous infection is gone, a league source told ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter.

Sports world keeps eye on Oklahoma tornado

Kevin Durant is among a group of sports stars and coaches who are expressing concern for the victims of a massive tornado that ripped through a handful of Oklahoma City suburbs on Monday.

Chad Johnson arrested on probation violation

Former NFL wide receiver Chad Johnson has been arrested on charges that he violated probation stemming from an altercation with his now ex-wife, TV reality star Evelyn Lozada.

Tiger: No reconciliation sought with Sergio

Tiger Woods gave a one-word answer Monday to a question about whether he had sought out Sergio Garcia in the aftermath of their Players Championship spat to clear the air.

Lions' Johnson played with injured fingers

Detroit Lions receiver Calvin Johnson had a record-breaking night.

Diggins gets Mercedes from Jay-Z's company

Skylar Diggins received a new Mercedes from Jay-Z's company.

Super Bowl L, LI hosts to be picked Tuesday

Where the Super Bowl will celebrate a half-century of existence will be decided this week by NFL owners.

Goodson discusses arrest with Jets officials

Three days after he was arrested on drug and weapons charges, New York Jets running back Mike Goodson showed up Monday morning for the team's first OTA practice.

Sources: NFL close to shifting draft to May

The NFL and NFL Players Association are on the verge of pushing back the draft to May and moving up the start of the league year to before the Indianapolis scouting combine, according to league and union sources.

Manuel: Bills system easier to learn than FSU's

Buffalo Bills quarterback EJ Manuel said Sunday in a radio interview from the NFLPA Rookie Premiere in Los Angeles that he is quickly picking up the team's offense, which he said is less complex than the system he used at Florida State.

Moore, Broncos put big blunder behind them

The Denver Broncos have moved on, even if their fans haven't.