After failing the Kings' team physical, free agent Chuck Hayes' heart has been cleared by a renowned clinic and has reached an agreement on a new deal with the Kings.
The 49ers have not made many mistakes this season, but coach Jim Harbaugh 'fessed up to a blunder that was made in late-April: "We should've drafted Doug."
Former Giants utility man Mark DeRosa has agreed to a one-year contract with the Nationals, according to variety of media reports. DeRosa appeared in just 73 games over two seasons in San Francisco.
The Stars' Steve Ott is what the NHL calls an agitator. He got under the skin of Flyers coach Peter Laviolette, leading to an interesting sideline scene.
As practice began in Alameda Thursday, a few big names were not there for roll call. Again, it's key cogs Darren McFadden and Jacoby Ford who are missing.
Wisconsin offensive coordinator Paul Chryst was hired as the University of Pittsburgh's head coach Thursday, ending speculation that Jim Tomsula of the 49ers might get the post.
Antti Niemi made his 12th start in the last 13 games against Tampa Bay on Wednesday night, stopping 22 shots in a 7-2 win. But how much work is too much for the Sharks' netminder?