THE HOT CORNER

1 OBITUARY: Jerry Green, a sports writer in Detroit for decades, has died at 94. The Detroit News reported his death. Green was known for a remarkable streak: He covered 56 consecutive Super Bowls for The Detroit News before staying home this year for health reasons. Green retired as a columnist at the News in 2004, but he continued to attend the NFL’S big game and write about it for the newspaper.

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PRO FOOTBALL: The Green Bay Packers have re-signed outside linebacker Justin Hollins. Hollins recorded 2½ sacks in six games for the Packers last season after they claimed him off waivers from the Los Angeles Rams on Nov. 24. The 27-year-old Hollins played 34 games for the Rams from 202022 and was part of their 2021 Super Bowl championship team. He spent his rookie season with the Denver Broncos.

PRO FOOTBALL: Cleveland

3 has added another speedy wide receiver after agreeing to terms with free agent Marquise Goodwin. Goodwin’s addition comes two days after the Browns acquired wide receiver Elijah Moore in a trade from the New York Jets. Goodwin spent last season with Seattle.

PRO BASKETBALL: Dallas

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Mavericks star Luka Doncic has been fined $35,000 for directing a money sign toward officials in the final seconds of a loss to Golden State. Doncic walked toward officials while rubbing his fingers together with 1.7 seconds left in the 127-125 loss. He apparently was upset that a foul wasn’t called when he missed a layup.

PRO HOCKEY: Columbus Blue

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Jackets forward Patrik Laine is out two to four weeks after straining a triceps muscle in practice. His absence is yet another blow to the NHL’S last-place team. Laine already missed two separate stints with elbow and ankle injuries in the fall.