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The Sharks blew up for five goals in the first period and hold a 5-1 lead over the Lightning in the third period. Watch the game on CSN California and follow along with In-Game Live!

Sharks' Havlat out for 'extended period' after surgery

Martin Havlat underwent surgery after suffering a torn hamstring in a freak injury coming off the bench. He'll miss significant time, but is expected back before the playoffs, according to GM Doug Wilson.

Bush joins Raiders' injured with sore shoulder

Michael Bush is the latest Raider to join the sundry Silver and Black on the shelf. Hue Jackson said his sore shoulder is just from the "banging" he's been doing recently.

Niners punter Lee named Player of Week

Punter Andy Lee was named Special Teams Player of the Week for the NFC following his performance against the Steelers. He is San Francisco's first punter to win the award.

Curry day-to-day, may play in Christmas opener

An MRI on Stephen Currys right ankle revealed that the Warriors point guard didnt sustain any ligament damage when he rolled the ankle Tuesday. He could even play on Christmas.

Ginn, Willis do not practice

Receiver Ted Ginn and linebacker Patrick Willis did not participate Wednesday in 49ers practice due to injuries.

Lechler, Janikowski lead Pro Bowl fan voting

The Raiders' special teams unit may be well represented at the Pro Bowl. Sebastian Janikowski and Shane Lechler both received the most fan votes at their respective positions in the Pro Bowl balloting results.

Stamkos talks Sharks, Lightning trap

The Lightning might be 13th in the Eastern Conference, but with the league's top goal-scorer in Steven Stamkos, both sides are preparing for playoff-atmosphere hockey.

J. Smith, Lee, Willis tops in Pro Bowl fan balloting

Three 49ers players -- defensive tackle Justin Smith, linebacker Patrick Willis and punter Andy Lee, lead their positions in fan votes in balloting for the 2012 Pro Bowl, NFL.com announced Wednesday.

Ex-NFL WR Gault charged in S.E.C. probe

Willie Gault, former wide receiver for the Raiders and Bears, is being charged by the Securities and Exchange Commission in a stock fraud case involving the company he worked for as co-C.E.O.