National Sports News

OF Elijah Dukes released by Washington Nationals

73 mins ago

Outfielder Elijah Dukes was released by the Washington Nationals on Wednesday, a sudden move with 2 1/2 weeks left in spring training. Full Story

AP source: Mets-Marlins moved to San Juan

40 mins ago

A three-game series between the New York Mets and Florida Marlins in June has been moved from Miami to Puerto Rico, a person familiar with the decision told The Associated Press on Wednesday. Full Story

AP Source: Incognito reaches deal with Dolphins

54 mins ago

A person familiar with the negotiations says free-agent guard Richie Incognito has agreed to a one-year contract with the Miami Dolphins. Full Story

Jordan's bid for Bobcats approved by NBA board

89 mins ago

Michael Jordan became a basketball star at North Carolina. Now he'll try to turn around the state's money-losing NBA team by becoming the first ex-player to be a majority owner in the league. Full Story

NFL to examine 2 possessions in playoffs OT

2 hours 21 mins ago

NFL owners will vote next week whether to allow each team a possession in overtime in the playoffs if the team winning the OT coin toss kicks a field goal on the first series. Full Story