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In a matchup between two of the NBA's top teams since New Year's Day, John Wall heard "MVP!" chants while producing 26 points and 14 assists to lead the host Wizards past the Pacers, 112-107, on Friday night.

Vini Dantas had two goals and two assists as the Blast beat the Florida Tropics, 7-0, on Saturday night.

Nicklas Backstrom scored 1:36 into overtime, helping the Washington Capitals beat the Boston Bruins, 4-3, to avert a disastrous defeat Wednesday night.

Victor Carrasco guided 9-5 second choice Daily News ($5.80) to a decisive three-length victory in Laurel Park's second race Friday, the jockey's first local win since returning Sept. 16 from a foot injury.

The Washington Redskins have hired former Dallas Cowboys offensive coordinator and offensive line coach Bill Callahan, two people with knowledge of the situation confirmed, and have agreed to a three-year deal.