Quick Hits: April 26th, 2006

George Mason basketball head coach Jim Laranga received a contract extension through the 2011-2012 season. I guess a nice run in the tourney and a Final Four appearance IS a good thing.
Just after getting the good news that Brett Favre was coming back for one more season, the Green Bay Packers signed Charles Woodson to a 7 year, $52 million deal. The former Pro-Bowler Woodson provides a much needed boost in the secondary for the Packers.
USC backup QB Mark Sanchez was arrested for sexually assaulting a female student.
Sources in the NBA have said that Steve Nash is going to win the NBA MVP for the 2nd straight year, edging out Kobe Bryant and LeBron James.
Barry Bonds hits no. 711 in pinch hitting role, but can’t get the win.
Kenyon Martin pouted on Tuesday night, refused to go back in the game, and as a result, was suspended for the next 2 games by head coach George Karl for conduct detrimental to the team. Give him a pacifier and let him sit.
Vikings cut Onterrio Smith. The 25 year old was suspended for the entire 2005 season for violating the league drug policy.