Latest News NFL: New England Patriots middle linebacker Jerod Mayo announces his retirement from the NFL after an 8 year career. The Patriots also re-hired offensive line coach Dante Scarnecchia. NHL: Chicago Blackhawks paid another visit to the White House. Blackhawks are set to face the New York Rangers at Madison Square Garden tonight on Wednesday Night Hockey. NBA: Detroit Pistons deal backup point guard Brandon Jennings and starting power forward Ersan Ilyasova to the Orlando Magic for starting small forward Tobias Harris. MLB: Washington Nationals are not actively talking about a long-term deal with starting pitcher Stephen Strasburg. MLS: F.C. Dallas trade midfielder Blas Perez to the for midfielder Mauro Rosales.