Patrick Williams (wrist) is cleared for full contact — and the Chicago Bulls forward could return in the next 2 weeks  —  SALT LAKE CITY — After five months waiting on the sidelines, Patrick Williams is poised to make his return for the Chicago Bulls in the next two weeks.

Chicago Bears say they will not sign Larry Ogunjobi — their top offseason acquisition — because of a failed physical  —  Friday was supposed to be a festive day at Halas Hall, a chance for the Chicago Bears to formally introduce three new additions to their roster.

Atlanta Braves sign closer Kenley Jansen to 1-year, $16 million deal  —  MLB, Atlanta Braves, Los Angeles Dodgers  —  The Atlanta Braves signed longtime Los Angeles Dodgers closer Kenley Jansen to a one-year, $16 million contract, the team announced Friday.

Seth Curry returns to help Nets avoid devastating loss to Trail Blazers  —  There was no way the Nets were giving away another game.  —  After Spencer Dinwiddie hit the buzzer-beating shot to win it at Barclays Center on Wednesday, the Nets stared another disappointing defeat in the face …

Yankees' catching depth takes blow with Ben Rortvedt injury  —  SARASOTA - The Yankees' already thin catching situation has taken another hit this spring, as newly acquired Ben Rortvedt has been sidelined with an oblique injury, according to Aaron Boone.  —  The 24-year-old is still doing …

Mets starting third baseman Eduardo Escobar ready to take on leadership role in clubhouse  —  PORT ST. LUCIE — Almost every morning, Eduardo Escobar begins his day by spreading positivity.  —  Escobar posts a supportive message on Instagram, encouraging his fans to work hard and follow their dreams.

Sources: Carlos Correa, Minnesota Twins agree to 3-year, $105.3 million deal with opt-outs  —  Shortstop Carlos Correa and the Minnesota Twins are in agreement on a three-year, $105.3 million contract that includes opt-outs after the first two seasons, sources confirmed to ESPN's Jeff Passan.

Ravens' deal for OLB Za'Darius Smith falls through, complicating search for pass rush  —  When the Ravens introduced new safety Marcus Williams and offensive tackle Morgan Moses at the team's facility late Thursday morning, outside linebacker Za'Darius Smith's contract still hadn't been finalized.

David Ortiz was targeted by drug kingpin in 2019 shooting, according to Ed Davis's findings  —  Red Sox great David Ortiz was shot point-blank in the back in his native Dominican Republic in 2019 because a notorious international drug kingpin whose path he crossed multiple times wanted him dead …

Source: Rangers, Irving native Trevor Story renew talk about free agent coming home  —  Story and the Rangers spoke about spot before Corey Seager signed in December  —  SURPRISE, Ariz. — Are the Rangers just into collecting All-Star shortstops?  —  After dubious Twitter reports surfaced Friday …