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Florida, Oklahoma play for college football crown

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. - The Oklahoma Sooners and the Florida Gators meet tonight for the BCS championship. It's a matchup that includes a pair of Heisman Trophy winners, an SEC vs. Big 12 debate and more than its share of trash talk.

AP source: Smoltz agrees to deal with Red Sox

ATLANTA - After more than two decades with the Atlanta Braves, John Smoltz is likely to finish his stellar career wearing a different uniform. In a stunning end to one of baseball's longest runs, Smoltz reached preliminary agreement on a contract with the Boston Red Sox after failing to work out a deal to return for his 22nd season with the Braves.

Browns introduce Eric Mangini as coach

BEREA, Ohio - Eric Mangini is starting over where he started out.

Ohio State RB Wells to enter NFL draft

COLUMBUS, Ohio - Ohio State tailback Chris "Beanie" Wells is giving up his final year of eligibility to enter the NFL draft.

Nadal loses, Federer advances at Qatar Open

DOHA, Qatar - Top-ranked Rafael Nadal was eliminated from the Qatar Open on Thursday, while Roger Federer advanced to the semifinals of the tuneup for the Australian Open.

ACC commish says BCS complies with law

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. - Bowl Championship Series officials believe they're prepared to fend off any legal challenges.

Reigning MVP Ovechkin tops East All-Star roster

NEW YORK - Alex Ovechkin finally got his All-Star invitation.

AP Source: Hoffman reaches agreement with Brewers

Career saves leader Trevor Hoffman closed his deal with the Milwaukee Brewers.

Cubs to introduce Milton Bradley

CHICAGO - The Chicago Cubs and Milton Bradley wrapped up their $30 million, three-year deal Thursday after the mercurial outfielder passed a physical.

L.T. confirms torn tendon in groin

SAN DIEGO - LaDainian Tomlinson confirmed Wednesday that he has a torn tendon in his groin and listed himself as doubtful for the San Diego Chargers' playoff game at Pittsburgh on Sunday.

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