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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.

Griner: Mulkey said keep quiet on sexuality

Former Baylor women's basketball star Brittney Griner says that Kim Mulkey, her college head coach, told players not to be open publically about their sexuality because it would hurt recruiting and look bad for the program.

DE Freeney, Chargers agree to contract

The San Diego Chargers made a move to bolster their pass rush Saturday, agreeing on a two-year deal with defensive end Dwight Freeney, league sources told ESPN's Ed Werder.

Mario Williams' ex alleges suicide-talk texts

An initial attempt to settle a lawsuit between Buffalo Bills defensive end Mario Williams and his former fiancee over the possession of a $785,000 diamond engagement ring has failed.

Pacers' Hill uncertain for Game 6 vs. Knicks

The Indiana Pacers won't know until Saturday night whether point guard George Hill will start in Game 6 against New York.

Report: Bobcats out to become 'Hornets' again

The Bobcats have started the process of changing their name back to the Charlotte Hornets, according to a report by CBSSports.com.

Huston grabs third X Games gold in Street League

Nyjah Huston won his second consecutive X Games gold medal Saturday in the Street League Skateboarding final, outlasting silver medalist Paul "P-Rod" Rodriguez.

Switzerland stuns Team USA at hockey worlds

The United States was upset 3-0 by Switzerland in the semifinals of the ice hockey world championship Saturday.

Sens' Spezza to return Sunday against Pens

The Ottawa Senators' top center, Jason Spezza, will return to the team's lineup in Game 3 of their second-round NHL playoff series against the Pittsburgh Penguins on Sunday evening after missing most of the season with a back injury.

Serena extends streak, reaches Italian final

A week out from the French Open, Serena Williams is only one victory away from winning her fourth consecutive title this year.

Jackson's book trumpets Jordan over Kobe

Phil Jackson compares Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant in new book

Brother: Severe pain cause of Trickle's suicide

Short-track legend Dick Trickle wouldn't have committed suicide were he not in such severe pain, his brother told ESPN.com on Friday.

Venturi, U.S. Open champion and analyst, dies

Former U.S. Open champion Ken Venturi has died just 12 days after he was inducted into the World Golf Hall of Fame. He was 82.

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.

Jets' Goodson arrested for drugs, weapons

New York Jets running back Mike Goodson was arrested Friday morning on drug possession and weapon charges, New Jersey state police spokesperson Stephen Jones told ESPN's Adam Schefter.

Mayor says deal to sell Kings has been signed

Sacramento Mayor Kevin Johnson announced to screaming throngs of Kings fans Friday that the deal to sell the NBA franchise to a group led by software tycoon Vivek Ranadive has been signed.