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Brad Gilbert Talks a Great Game
How a onetime middling tennis pro has taken Andre Agassi and Andy Roddick to the heights he never reached.
Rangers Pick a Goalie With No. 6 Selection
Al Montoya, who recently completed his sophomore year at Michigan, was the top-ranked North American goaltender in the league's central scouting rating.
Tennis Is Only a Game to the Williams Sisters
People continue to wonder if the era of Williams family dominance has prematurely ended because Serena and Venus are bored with tennis.
After 18-Month Wait, McGahee Is Ready to Run
Willis McGahee has passed the physicals, done every drill and made it through a month of minicamp practices this spring without a hitch.
Revolution Rookies Thwart MetroStars
FOXBORO, Mass., June 26 (AP) -- The rookies Felix Brilliant and Clint Dempsey scored early in the second half to lead the New England Revolution to a 2-1 victory over the MetroStars on Saturday night.
At 41, Ageless Preki Is Out but Not Down in M.L.S.
KANSAS CITY, Mo., June 26 (AP) - Preki has gone from defying time to biding it.
England Drama Has 2 American Fans
The American tennis stars Serena Williams and Andy Roddick said they had been gripped by England's dramatic defeat to Portugal.
Nicklaus Passes on the United States Senior Open
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Content With Draft, Knicks Now Look at Free Agents
Armed with a mid-level salary cap exception which will be worth slightly more than $5 million and a $1 million exception, the Knicks will be active in the free-agent market.
Federal Antitrust Inquiry Focuses on ESPN Practices
The Justice Department's antitrust division has opened an inquiry into how ESPN acquires and uses its college football and basketball programming.
Titans Take First Game Against Texas
OMAHA, June 26 (AP) - Felipe Garcia had four hits and three runs batted in and Ricky Romero pitched a solid six and two-thirds innings, leading Cal State Fullerton to a 6-4 victory over Texas in the first game of the College World Series finals Saturday night.
Devil Rays Continue Surge Past .500 Mark
By The Associated Press.
Yanks Can't Escape Psychodramas
The Yankees have become easily humanized as they lurch from one psychodrama to the next - with another one lurking.
Thome Cracks No. 26 as Phils Club Red Sox
By The Associated Press.
Halsey Walks Himself Into Defeat
Yankees starter Brad Halsey allowed five hits, seven runs and five walks, and was pulled after three and a third innings Saturday.
In Season of Surprise, Mets and Howe Show One More
If the Mets have surprised most people by winning half their games so far, Art Howe has to get credit for maneuvering them into that position.
Mixed Response to World Cup Among Major League Players
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When Boston Was Top of the Heap
The 1904 pennant race inspired an enduring rivalry with New York.
Future Is Now for Top 4 Picks
For the top four picks of last year's amateur draft, the future came quickly.
Umpires Make Pitcher Hide His Tattoos
SYRACUSE, June 26 (AP) - Wherever he pitches, Justin Miller is a marked man. Literally.
With Veteran Talent and Schmidt, Giants Recover and Answer Skeptics
Making their move early, the Giants won their last 10 games in May and have continued winning regularly.
Top Relievers Earning Saves by Putting Out Others' Fires
During the first few months of this season, teams have taken baby steps away from the bullpen model of the last two decades.
Wheldon Outsprints Castroneves in I.R.L.
RICHMOND, Va., June 26 (AP) - Dan Wheldon of Britain came from the back of the pack and held off Hélio Castroneves in a one-lap sprint to the finish to win the Indy Racing League's SunTrust Indy Challenge on Saturday night.
Lukas Filly in a Surprise at Belmont
By The Associated Press.
Oracle and Alinghi Still Alone in Front
NEWPORT, R.I., June 26 (AP) - On a sunny day on Narragansett Bay, Alinghi and Oracle were the only two America's Cup boats in sight as they raced for the UBS Trophy. Oracle came away with both the pro-driver and owner-driver trophies Saturday, defeating Alinghi in a way it could not last year in the challenger series of the America's Cup.
Formula One Seeks Way to Build Fan Base in U.S.
INDIANAPOLIS, June 26 (AP) - Formula One is the world's giant in auto racing, but in America it is barely a player.
Moses' Old Knee Injury Ends Return at Age 48
When the United States Olympic track trials take place July 9-18 in Sacramento, Edwin Moses will be far away.
Gold Medalist Still Has Something to Prove
Laura Wilkinson, who hobbled away with an improbable gold medal in 2000, is the leading hope for the United States diving team in Athens.
Salmon Fishing Is One for the Ages, Even at 92
Salmon fishing is a particular addiction, especially early in the season when the water is high and the run from the ocean is just beginning.
For Truex, Earnhardt Is a Friend and a Boss
Martin Truex leads the Nascar Busch Series points race with four victories and five poles, thanks in part to his bosses, Teresa Earnhardt and Dale Earnhardt Jr.
Unfazed by the Law, Pocket-Bikers Roll On
The latest thing on two-wheels to explode in California is the pocket bike, a mini-motorcycle that can be bought for as little as $200. The problem is, they're unlicensed.
For Mets, a Day of Unrivaled Joy
Cherishing the opportunity to show this city how far they have come since last season, the Mets pounded the Yankees in front of 55,303 at Yankee Stadium.
A Homebody Blazes a Trail Abroad, Wrestling for Her Family and Country
Competition has lifted the 21-year-old Toccara Montgomery from tragedy, doubt, loneliness and an aching heart into world-class competition.
Unlike N.H.L., No. 1 Pick Is Ready
Washington took Aleksandr Ovechkin of Russia, making him only the second player from his country selected by the N.H.L. as the best among amateur players.
Men's Team Two-Thirds of the Way Complete
Paul Hamm and Brett McClure, who finished first and second respectively at the U.S. Olympic gymnastics trials, secured automatic bids to Athens.
Federer and Roddick Win at Sunny Wimbledon
Andy Roddick and Roger Federer reached the round of 16 at Wimbledon while thousands of fans lined up to be part of the third "People's Sunday" in 127 years.
Contreras Strikes Out 10 in Win Over Mets
Making his first start since his wife and children defected from Cuba last week, José Contreras struck out a career-high 10 in six shutout innings.
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Joe Nathan of Minnesota Twins has torn elbow ligament
Twins reliever Joe Nathan has been diagnosed with a torn ligament in his right elbow, leaving the team without a proven closer less than a month from Opening Day, the Minneapolis Star Tribune reported.
Carl Edwards receives 3 weeks' probation for Brad Keselowski wreck
Carl Edwards will not be suspended for intentionally wrecking Brad Keselowski's car during last weekend's NASCAR race in Atlanta.
Cleveland Browns release former Pro Bowl quarterback Derek Anderson
The Browns released former Pro Bowl quarterback Derek Anderson one day after the acquiring Seneca Wallace in a trade with the Seahawks.
Stephen Strasburg of Washington Nationals throws two scoreless innings in spring debut
Top draft pick Stephen Strasburg has made his spring training debut for the Washington Nationals, pitching two scoreless innings against the Detroit Tigers.
New York Yankees won't discuss extensions for Derek Jeter, Mariano Rivera and Joe Girardi until after season
Hal Steinbrenner says the New York Yankees won't alter their policy against contract extensions and will deal with Derek Jeter, Mariano Rivera and Joe Girardi after the season.
Notre Dame Fighting Irish athletic director: Conference expansions could end our football independence
Notre Dame athletic director Jack Swarbrick says the possible expansion of the Big Ten could create changes in major college football that force the Fighting Irish to give up their football independence.
Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger didn't commit crime, his lawyer says
A high-profile defense attorney hired by Ben Roethlisberger disputed a college student's claim that the two-time Super Bowl winner sexually assaulted her at a Georgia nightclub.
Alex Rodriguez of New York Yankees 'at ease' with relationship with Canadian doctor
Alex Rodriguez says he is "at ease, no matter what" with his relationship with a Canadian sports doctor embroiled in a cross-border drug smuggling investigation involving human growth hormone and another drug.
Connecticut guard Caroline Doty to play in Big East championship game
Connecticut's Caroline Doty will play in the Big East championship game after a scary head and neck injury during the Huskies' NCAA-record 71st straight victory.
Keith Bulluck of Tennessee Titans funds scholarships in honor of Steve McNair
Titans linebacker Keith Bulluck has awarded nine Middle Tennessee high school football players scholarships in honor of his late teammate, Steve McNair.
Report: Allen Iverson facing alcohol, gambling problems
Multiple NBA sources say Allen Iverson is facing alcohol and gambling issues that have derailed his career and threaten his post-basketball well-being, according to a published report.
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Greg Hansen : On opening day, nostalgia for simpler time
County workers at Tucson Electric Park long ago removed the White Sox "2005 World Champions" banner from its moorings. Just like the White Sox, the sign had been in place so briefly that the sun did not bleach out the adjacent surface.
Aztecs could reach nationals for second consecutive year
One victory separates the Pima College women's basketball team from what it has been shooting for all season — the national tournament.
A strong 'bridge'
Nic Wise added another image to his memorable Arizona basketball career last weekend, and it had nothing to do with what he did on the court.
Rivals are careful not to reveal too much
When the Arizona Diamondbacks and Colorado Rockies face each other during this final spring training in Tucson, some gamesmanship will be on display.
Sabercats boys, girls victorious in opening meets
Host Sabino swept the boys and girls throwing events in Wednesday night's season-opening fourway meet.
Jaguars excited to have fewer players
Try running a successful tennis program where you have only four courts to support a team with more than 40 players. Desert View coach Stacy Haines will tell you that it's next to impossible.
UA men swimmers 4th at Pac-10 meet
The top-ranked Arizona Wildcats men's swimming and diving team was fourth after the first day of the Pac-10 championships in Long Beach, Calif., on Wednesday.
Stoudemire, Frye lead Phoenix in rout of Clippers
LOS ANGELES — Amare Stoudemire had 30 points and 14 rebounds, and the Phoenix Suns breezed to their second rout of the Clippers in six days, beating them 127-101 on Wednesday night to sweep the four-game season series for the second straight year.
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Kansas routs Kansas St. to earn Big 12 title again
LAWRENCE, Kan. — Sherron Collins had 17 points in his final game at Allen Fieldhouse and No. 2 Kansas beat No. 5 Kansas State 82-65 Wednesday night to clinch its sixth straight Big 12 regular-season title outright.
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Wildcats bench players pivotal
With just three players on the bench, the Arizona Wildcats reserves have the vital role of filling in for starters who play significant minutes.
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UCLA's Nelson cleared to play
Fowler has no-hitter as Wildcats sweep
UA freshman Kenzie Fowler pitched her first career no-hitter Wednesday night, and the Wildcats swept New Mexico State with two shutouts.
Aggressive base running helps UA snap skid
The Arizona Wildcats waited 13 innings to turn up the heat. When they finally did it, UNLV cracked.
Lincecum struggles in spring opener
PEORIA — Winning the NL Cy Young Award in back-to-back seasons can put a pitcher at a new level in terms of recognition.
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Angels end Yankees' title hopes
The Los Angeles Angels beat the New York Yankees 5-3 to advance to the American League Championship Series.
Last-gasp Steelers beat Chargers
Jeff Reed's late field goal gives Pittsburgh a 24-22 win at San Diego in the NFL's Monday night game.
Houston prevail in marathon game
Houston beat Atlanta 7-6 to take a winning 3-1 lead in their play-off series.
Vinatieri seals late Patriots win
New England Patriots leave it late to beat Atlanta Falcons - plus an NFL round-up.
Houston capture series advantage
Houston Astros beat Atlanta Braves 7-3 to take a 2-1 lead in the series.
Red Sox reign ended by Chicago
Chicago White Sox take a 3-0 series lead to end Boston Red Sox's reign as world champions.
Cardinals extend lead over Padres
St Louis Cardinals beat San Diego Padres 6-2 to move 2-0 ahead in the National League Division Series.
Miami to stage 2010 Super Bowl
Miami is chosen to host a record 10th NFL showpiece match in 2010.
NFL to continue European league
NFL team owners vote to continue to fund and provide players for NFL Europe for five more years.
Gretzky beaten as NHL faces off
Wayne Gretzky loses on his coaching debut as a new NHL season begins after last year was wiped out in a salary-cap row.
Iguchi hit ruins Red Sox's night
Tadahito Iguchi's three-run homer spells disaster for Boston in Chicago, while Houston and LA Angels also win.
Jets turn to old hand Testaverde
Veteran quarterback Vinny Testaverde is to start for the injury-hit New York Jets against Tampa Bay on Sunday.
Red Sox go down to heavy defeat
Boston are thrashed by Chicago on day one of the play-offs while the Cards and the Yankees start with wins.
Carolina hold off Green Bay rally
Brett Favre shines but cannot prevent the Green Bay Packers suffering their worst NFL start in 17 years.
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Arsenal 5-0 Porto (6-2)
Nicklas Bendtner silences his recent critics with a hat-trick as Arsenal see off Porto in emphatic fashion to reach the Champions League quarter-finals.
Portsmouth 1-2 Birmingham
Two goals from Cameron Jerome inspire Birmingham to a battling win against bottom-club Portsmouth at Fratton Park.
Sunderland 4-0 Bolton
Darren Bent scores a hat-trick as Sunderland claim their first league win of 2010 against ten-man Bolton.
Kilmarnock 0-2 Rangers
Second-half goals by Steven Whittaker and Kenny Miller help Rangers move 13 points clear at the top of the Scottish Premier League with victory over Kilmarnock.
Fiorentina 3-2 B Munich (4-4)
Bayern Munich reach the quarter-finals of the Champions League on away goals after losing 3-2 to Fiorentina.
West Brom 1-0 Sheff Wed
Robert Koren fires West Brom back into second place in the Championship with a superb late strike against struggling Sheffield Wednesday.
Man Utd return 'excites' Beckham
AC Milan's David Beckham says he is excited to face Manchester United at Old Trafford for the first time but maintains he wants them to lose.
Worsley recalled for Calcutta Cup
England make just two changes to the starting XV for Saturday's Calcutta Cup match against Scotland at Murrayfield, with Joe Worsley and Louis Deacon coming into the side.
Williams leads Wales as Jones out
Martyn Williams is to be honoured with the Wales captaincy when he breaks Colin Charvis' Welsh Test forward cap record in Ireland.
Ireland unchanged for Wales
Geordan Murphy retains his place in the Ireland team for Saturday's clash against Wales as Declan Kidney announces an unchanged starting side.
FA probes England security breach
The Football Association is looking into a security breach after a recording emerged purporting to carry discussions between England coaches and players.
No European place for Portsmouth
Portsmouth will not be able to compete in Europe next season even if they win the FA Cup.
Man Utd's Brown out for six weeks
Manchester United and England defender Wes Brown faces a lay-off of four to six weeks with a broken bone in his foot.
Pietersen fails in England draw
Kevin Pietersen suffers another batting failure as England draw their three-day Test warm-up match against Bangladesh A
Becker backs Henman for GB role
Boris Becker says Tim Henman should be recruited to help lift Great Britain out of the Davis Cup doldrums.
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Construction for Commonwealth Games Takes Toll on India’s Children
Many exposed to work site dangers, live in squalid conditions, lack adequate care
World Cup Organizers Praise South African Stadiums
Delegation of senior football and political figures deliver their endorsement of preparations at new stadium in Durban
Winter Olympics Conclude in Vancouver
Games end on a high note for host country Canada who takes gold in final event, a thrilling 3-2 overtime victory in men's ice hockey
World Cup Organizers Inspect South African Stadiums
Tuesday marks 100-day countdown to kick-off for football's biggest event
Canada Concludes Vancouver Olympics With Thrilling Ice Hockey Win Over US
Victory gives Canada 14 total gold medals, the most of any nation in the history of the Winter Games
Canada Edges US, Takes Gold in Final Day of Olympic Speedskating
Canadian team of Morrison, Makowsky, Giroux beat Hedrick, Hansen, Kuck by 21-100ths of a second
US Ends 62-Year Drought in 4-Man Bobsled
US four-man bobsled team, captured gold medal Saturday at Vancouver Winter Games
Olympic Athletes Promote Sports in Developing World with 'Right To Play'
Athlete-based international humanitarian organization using spotlight to help promote sports, well-being in poorest parts of the planet
Demong Wins Gold, Proposes, Carries US Flag in Vancouver
American Nordic Combined skier Billy DeMong chosen to carry flag in closing ceremonies for US team Sunday at Winter Olympics
Canada Beats USA 2-0 to Win Olympic Gold in Women's Hockey
Win earns Canada its eighth gold medal of the Vancouver Games, the nation's highest ever Winter Olympic total
Hockey is Canada's Game
A fan in the stands, with flashing lights and an Olympic flag, wants you to know how ingrained hockey is in the Canadian culture
US College Students Get 'On The Job Training' at Vancouver Olympics
George Washington University students travel to the Winter Games to learn about sports marketing and management
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McGowan pitches in simulated game
Blue Jays right-hander throws 30 pitches in latest step in comeback from shoulder surgery
Penguins GM backs Crosby on Letterman snub
NHL superstar passed on show appearance when Pittsburgh was in New York to play the Rangers
Sooners carry first-round clout
Plenty of prospects are coming out of Oklahoma for this year's NFL draft
Browns release Derek Anderson
Former Pro Bowl quarterback lost his starting job to Brady Quinn last season
Argos land a quarterback
Toronto acquires pivot Dalton Bell from the Saskatchewan Roughriders
Vonn closes in on another World Cup title
American ski star the overwhelming favourite in the final downhill race of the season
Edwards on probation
Carl Edwards has been placed on three weeks' probation by NASCAR for intentionally wrecking Brad Keselowski's car during last weekend's race at Atlanta
Sorgi to back up the other Manning
Former Indianapolis quarterback heads to New York on one-year deal
No Harangody, no problem?
Irish confident heading to Big East tournament on win streak
Ticket prices revealed for Atlantic Canada's first CFL game
Toronto Argonauts face Edmonton Eskimos at the new Moncton Stadium on Sept. 26.
Boston still reeling over losing Savard
Bruins sputtering offence in a bind without top offensive star
Strasburg makes long-awaited spring debut
Washington's top draft pick pitches two scoreless innings against the Detroit Tigers
Schobel in no rush to collect roster bonus
Buffalo Bills defensive end still pondering retirement
Caputi on top line for home debut
Newly acquired Leaf to play alongside Kessel and Bozak against Bruins
Steinbrenner says no extensions for Jeter, Rivera
Yankees' managing general partner says team won't alter policy ‘no matter who it is'
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NHL GMs closer to penalizing head shots
Eight GMs in the NHL have come up with a proposal for a stiffer penalty to curb head shots in the league during the second day of annual meetings in Boca Raton, Fla.
Canucks, Avalanche battle for top spot
The Vancouver Canucks look to expand their margin in the Northwest Division on nearest rival Colorado in Denver on Tuesday night.
Khabibulin mum on impaired charges
The Oilers' goaltender charged with drunk driving in Arizona last month faced the media in Edmonton Tuesday, but refused to talk about the charges.
Flames look to clip Red Wings
The Calgary Flames play the first of two big games in six days against the Detroit Red Wings at Joe Louis Arena on Tuesday.
Argos begin QB rebuilding with Riders trade
The Toronto Argonauts traded for Saskatchewan reserve quarterback Dalton Bell on Tuesday, surrendering a fifth-round pick in this year's CFL Canadian draft.
Howard remains undefeated at the Brier
Glenn Howard's Ontario rink has improved to 6-0 at the men's Brier Tuesday in Halifax.
Leafs' Kessel still looking for 1st against Bruins
The Toronto Maple Leafs host the Boston Bruins on Tuesday, hoping to turn some of their youthful energy into goals.
Habs begin 3-game homestand after solid road trip
With the regular season quickly winding down, the Montreal Canadiens look to improve their playoff position as they face the Tampa Bay Lightning on Tuesday night (7:30 p.m. ET) at the Bell Centre.
Sens start crucial road swing in Edmonton
The Ottawa Senators hope to snap a three-game winless streak when they visit the Edmonton Oilers Tuesday night (9:30 p.m. ET) at Rexall Place.
CFL reveals ticket prices for 1st Atlantic Canada game
The Canadian Football League has released ticket prices for the first regular season game to be played in Atlantic Canada.
Browns part ways with QB Anderson
Derek Anderson, who threw 29 touchdown passes for the Cleveland Browns in the 2007 season, was let go by the club on Tuesday.
Twins' Nathan suffers injury setback
Minnesota Twins all-star closer Joe Nathan has a torn ligament in his throwing elbow, the club said on Tuesday.
Raptors visit slumping Lakers
Kobe Bryant and the Lakers look to avoid their first four-game losing streak in three seasons when they face the Toronto Raptors on Tuesday night (10:30 p.m. ET) in Los Angeles.
Skier Albrecht poised for return after crash
Swiss skier Daniel Albrecht will return to the World Cup circuit on Friday, nearly 14 months after a serious crash left him in a coma.
United's Wes Brown out with foot injury
Manchester United defender Wes Brown will be sidelined for up to six weeks with a foot injury but should be fit for England's World Cup campaign.
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