NHL: Gagne returns, saves Flyers in OT

In Philadelphia, Simon Gagne made a timely return to the lineup from a broken right toe, scoring in overtime to help the Flyers hold off elimination by beating the Bruins 5-4 last night in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference semifinals.

* In Vancouver, Chicago captain Jonathan Toews scored three power-play goals as the Blackhawks beat the Canucks 7-4 and grabbed a 3-1 lead in the Western Conference semifinal.

MLB: Castro sets record in Cubs debut

In Cincinnati, 20-year-old shortstop Starlin Castro arrived in the big leagues in style, hitting a three-run homer in his first at-bat and driving in six runs — a modern record for a debut — during the Cubs’ 14-7 victory over the Reds.

* In Philadelphia, 47-year-old Jamie Moyer threw a two-hitter as the Phillies beat the Braves 7-0.

* In Syracuse, Nationals prospect Stephen Strasburg allowed just one hit and struck out six over six scoreless innings in his Triple-A debut against the Gwinnett Braves.

COLLEGE: Calhoun gets 5-year, $13M deal

Connecticut basketball coach Jim Calhoun, coming off a year marred by health problems, an NCAA investigation and a disappointing performance on the court, signed a five-year, $13 million contract, the school announced.

* Seton Hall guard Jeremy Hazell and forwards Jeff Robinson and Herb Pope will return to school instead of entering the upcoming NBA draft.

ETC.: Texans LB Cushing suspended

Texans linebacker Brian Cushing was suspended four games without pay for violating the NFL’s policy on performance-enhancing substances.

* Jamie McMurray set a track record at Darlington Raceway of 180.370 mph to lead qualifying for tonight’s Southern 500. Also, Denny Hamlin raced to his third straight Nationwide victory.

* Before 77,507 fans, Mexico and Ecuador drew 0-0 in the first pro sporting event at the New Meadowlands Stadium.