Date: 02/23/2016 04:59 AM
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Here is the latest Washington, Oregon and Alaska sports news from The Associated Press
MIAMI (AP) – A Florida-based sports agent has pleaded not guilty to charges of involvement in a conspiracy to illegally smuggle Cuban baseball players into the U.S. Bart Hernandez is charged in a two-count indictment involving the smuggling from Cuba of Seattle Mariners outfielder Leonys Martin, who previously played for the Texas Rangers.
UNDATED (AP) – The Vancouver Canucks are preparing for their match against the Ottawa Senators. The Canucks are coming off a 5-1 victory over the Colorado Avalanche. Vancouver will host the Senators this Thursday at Rogers Arena.
UNDATED (AP) – The Portland Trail Blazers host the Brooklyn Nets tonight in Moda Center. The Trail Blazers hope to extend their five-game winning streak. Most recently, they defeated the Utah Jazz. The Nets are coming off a 104-96 loss to the Charlotte Hornets.
UNDATED (AP) – The Oregon Ducks will host the Washington State Cougars tomorrow night in Eugene. The Ducks defeated their in-state rivals 91-81 this weekend.
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