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Spilborghs' 2-run single finishes Fish
Thursday, July 3, 2008
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Ryan Spilborghs' two-run single off Kevin Gregg with one out in the 11th inning rallied the Colorado Rockies to a 6-5 win over the Florida Marlins on Thursday night.
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Media's blind ambition feeds public's hunger -- and we all get sick
Thursday, July 3, 2008
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Is it possible to love the media anymore? If so, it keeps on pushing our love over the borderline with gossip about Madonna and A-Rod. Gregg Doyel looks for somebody to blame for this trash, and nobody is spared.
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Halladay not starting All-Star Game would be complete travesty
Thursday, July 3, 2008
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Another snub for Roy Halladay? He gets little run support, leads the majors in complete games and has yet to start an All-Star Game. He might get overlooked again, but few are better, Scott Miller says.
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Reports: Arenas agrees to stay with Wizards
Thursday, July 3, 2008
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Gilbert Arenas has agreed to re-sign with the Washington Wizards for $111 million over six years, essentially taking millions less so that his team could have more financial flexibility, two newspapers reported Thursday.
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ChiSox see 7-game win streak come to end
Thursday, July 3, 2008
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Justin Duchscherer pitched seven solid innings, Jack Cust and Donnie Murphy homered and the Oakland Athletics beat Chicago 3-2 Thursday night to snap the White Sox's seven-game win streak.
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Pop quiz, hot shot! It's official, the zebras are good
Thursday, July 3, 2008
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Hey you, arm-chair referee! You think you know the ins and outs of college football rules? Then take the test. Dennis Dodd did, and his pride hasn't been found since.
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'Zona rallies with six in ninth
Thursday, July 3, 2008
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Conor Jackson hit the winning two-run single as the Diamondbacks rallied from a five-run, ninth-inning deficit to defeat the Brewers 6-5 Thursday.
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Paul to stay for at least 4 more seasons
Thursday, July 3, 2008
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Chris Paul and the Hornets have reached a contract agreement that could keep the All-Star point guard with the team for at least the next four seasons.
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Bush to attend opening ceremonies in Beijing
Thursday, July 3, 2008
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President Bush will attend the opening ceremonies of the Olympics in Beijing, the White House said Thursday, quashing any talk of a presidential boycott over China's violent crackdown on Buddhist monks.
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The outsiders: All-Williams final doesn't thrill everyone
Thursday, July 3, 2008
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Even if something is lost in translation, Elena Dementieva again expresses mixed feelings for the third all-Williams Wimbledon final. It reflects the sisters' outsider status on the tour, Art Spander says.
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Pens' Fleury nets seven-year, $35M extension
Thursday, July 3, 2008
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The Pittsburgh Penguins have signed goaltender Marc-Andre Fleury to a seven-year, $35 million contract.
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Pats' Moss 50-percent owner of truck team
Thursday, July 3, 2008
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All-Pro receiver Randy Moss is now a NASCAR team owner, announcing Thursday he has purchased 50 percent of a Truck Series team.
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Rangers sign Naslund; Jagr done in New York?
Thursday, July 3, 2008
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Longtime Vancouver Canucks captain Markus Naslund agreed to terms Thursday with the New York Rangers on a two-year deal.
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Dodgers stay hot away from L.A.
Thursday, July 3, 2008
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Chad Billingsley pitched eight strong innings and Andre Ethier homered for the second straight game to lead the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 5-2 win over the Houston Astros on Thursday.
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Montgomery pleads guilty, faces more prison
Thursday, July 3, 2008
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Former track star Tim Montgomery has pleaded guilty to a federal heroin distribution charge days before he was set to go to trial in Virginia. He faces a minimum of five years in prison.
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Ratto
Thursday, July 3, 2008
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'We lost our team? Well that ... Oooh, look at the pretty logo we get to keep.'
If you bought into the optimism after Seattle took the money and let the Sonics
run, Ray Ratto has an island to sell you.
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Selig says feds' actions delayed drug testing
Thursday, July 3, 2008
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Baseball commissioner Bud Selig says the sport's drug-testing program was threatened when federal prosecutors seized player records and samples in 2004.
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Torres, 41, 3rd-fastest in 100 free prelims
Thursday, July 3, 2008
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Natalie Coughlin qualified fastest in the 100-meter freestyle preliminaries, with 41-year-old Dara Torres third-quickest at the U.S. Olympic swimming trials Thursday.
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Venus reaches final for seventh time
Thursday, July 3, 2008
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Defending champion Venus Williams reached the Wimbledon final for the seventh time by beating Elena Dementieva 6-1, 7-6 (3) Thursday.
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Thames, Ludwick can relate to each other's road to success
Thursday, July 3, 2008
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We've heard 'right place, right time' used plenty of times. But the term couldn't be more perfect in describing the major league paths of Marcus Thames and Ryan Ludwick. It's no surprise that the duo is having good seasons, Danny Knobler says.
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Commander Perry passes on British
Thursday, July 3, 2008
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Kenny Perry's decision to skip the U.S. Open -- ostensibly to improve his Ryder Cup chances -- raised eyebrows but could be forgiven. Now, with spots nearly assured in both the British Open and the Cup, he won't be at Royal Birkdale. Steve Elling questions his sanity.
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Doc Rivers' son Austin commits to UF
Thursday, July 3, 2008
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Austin Rivers, son of Celtics coach Doc Rivers, has committed to play basketball at Florida, a source told CBSSports.com on Thursday morning.
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Longoria helps Rays extends AL East lead over Red Sox with sweep
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
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Evan Longoria went 3-for-4 and drove in three runs Wednesday night, helping the surging Tampa Bay Rays beat the Boston Red Sox 7-6 for their second three-game sweep of the World Series champions this season.
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Davis' return home was a long time coming
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
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For college, Baron Davis never left home. And though his NBA career took him away from L.A., the point guard's heart remained with the city. So when others are surprised at Davis' move to the Clippers, Art Thompson isn't.
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Hope not the best tactic for Warriors to adopt
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
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The Warriors let Baron Davis go. Bad idea. Golden State will now place its franchise's hope on Monta Ellis, Brandan Wright and Anthony Randolph. But hope doesn't win games, Marcus Thompson II says, and the Warriors will head back to mediocrity.
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Diop to Mavericks?
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
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The Mavericks had to give up DeSagana Diop to get Jason Kidd. Now, the 7-foot center is headed back to Dallas.
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Pierzynski's homer wins it
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
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A.J. Pierzynski led off the 10th inning with his second homer of the game and the Chicago White Sox beat the Cleveland Indians 6-5 Wednesday night for their seventh straight win.
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Hossa trades security, maximum money for best shot at Cup
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
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At 29, Marian Hossa could have signed a multiyear contract that would have left him set for his career. But Wes Goldstein says one year and $7.45 million suits Hossa just fine -- with the Red Wings and the best shot at a Stanley Cup.
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Prisco
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
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Here we go. Rumor has it Brett Favre is 'itching' to play again. But Green Bay is set with Aaron Rogers as their franchise QB. No chance Favre will go to a divisional rival so his pickings are very slim and he should stay retired, Pete Prisco says.
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Giambi, A-Rod homer in win
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
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Jason Giambi and the New York Yankees had an emphatic response to Hank's latest edict. Giambi hit a grand slam and drove in a season-best six runs, Alex Rodriguez added a three-run shot and New York pounded the Texas Rangers 18-7 Wednesday night to avoid a series sweep.
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Hoosiers to give up two scholarships
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
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Indiana will give up two basketball scholarships for the upcoming season in anticipation of penalties related to the NCAA's Academic Progress Rate, assistant athletic director Frank Cuervo confirmed Wednesday.
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School pulls plug on Top of the World Classic
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
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The University of Alaska Fairbanks has canceled its BP Top of the World college basketball tournament.
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Sonics, city reach settlement in lease dispute
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
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The city of Seattle and the SuperSonics reached a last-minute settlement before a judge was to rule in their KeyArena lease dispute.
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Saunders earns 12th win
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
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Joe Saunders pitched into the seventh inning to match Brandon Webb for the major league lead with his 12th win, and Juan Rivera and Eric Aybar homered in the Los Angeles Angels' 7-4 win over the Oakland Athletics on Wednesday.
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Spander
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
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When Serena Williams sits in the stands watching big sister Venus play, she's not just cheering for her sibling.
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Pens lock up Malkin with five-year extension
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
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Evgeni Malkin is staying in Pittsburgh for quite some time. The Penguins signed the MVP finalist to a five-year extension worth $43.5 million Wednesday, a deal that will keep him under contract until the 2013-14 season.
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Stars give top-notch agitator Avery $15.5M
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
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The Dallas Stars signed noted pest Sean Avery to a four-year, $15.5 million deal Wednesday.
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Report: Favre has 'itch,' considering return
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
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Brett Favre is considering coming out retirement, according to an ESPN report.
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Chavez to DL
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
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The Oakland Athletics placed six-time Gold Glove third baseman Eric Chavez on the 15-day disabled list on Wednesday because of a sore right shoulder and promoted infielder Wes Bankston from Triple-A Sacramento.
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Sundin undecided with lucrative offers on table
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
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Mats Sundin needs more time to decide where he wants to play next season, or if he wants to get back on the ice at all.
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Minnesota takes two out of three
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
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Nick Blackburn combined with two relievers on a five-hitter, and Joe Mauer's two-out, two-run single sparked a five-run third inning that led the surging Minnesota Twins over the Detroit Tigers 7-0 on Wednesday.
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Sixers spend day wooing Hawks' Smith
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
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Josh Smith wasted no time taking advantage of his restricted free-agent status,
spending Wednesday visiting the Philadelphia 76ers -- a franchise with plenty of
cap room to make a big offer.
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100 free lowered twice in trials; Phelps under 48
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
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Jason Lezak and Garrett Weber-Gale set back-to-back American records in the 100-meter freestyle preliminaries at the U.S. Olympic swimming trials, with Michael Phelps going under 48 seconds Wednesday.
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Former Chargers LB Foley settles shooting suit
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
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Former San Diego Chargers linebacker Steve Foley has agreed to settle his lawsuit against a police officer who shot him off-duty two years ago and ended his pro football career.
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With Manny being horse's fanny, let's end his singular double-standard
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
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Manny Ramirez has long gotten a pass for being a flake, but now he has allegedly shoved a team employee. So when should the 'Manny being Manny' double-standard end? Mike Freeman has a suggestion. Right now.
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Hossa agrees to $7.45M deal with Red Wings
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
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Two people in the NHL told the Associated Press on Wednesday that Marian Hossa has agreed to sign with the Detroit Red Wings.
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Ratto
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
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Oh fans, so admirable yet naive. Take Golden State for example: Warriors fans came to believe that their recent mild success was here to stay. Exit stage south Baron Davis and Ray Ratto says it's a rude awakening by the Bay.
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Federer continues straight-sets streak to semis
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
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Five-time champion Roger Federer outclassed Mario Ancic -- the last man to beat him at Wimbledon -- in straight sets Wednesday to reach the semifinals and extend his grass-court winning streak to 64 matches on the first day of significant rain delays at the All England Club.
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'Canes sign Melichar, give Pitkanen $12M deal
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
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The Carolina Hurricanes found the physical defenseman they have been looking for, while also signing another addition to the team's blue line.
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A's agree to terms with 16-year-old Dominican
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
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The Oakland Athletics and prized 16-year-old pitching prospect Michael Inoa of the Dominican Republic agreed Wednesday to a minor league contract with a $4.25 million signing bonus.
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Gillick to return to Seattle?
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
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It appears that Microsoft executive and current Mariners minority owner Chris Larson wants a bigger piece of the pie in Seattle. But a more interesting rumor involves the return of Pat Gillick to the struggling franchise, Scott Miller says.
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A-Rod elects to pass on Home Run Derby
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
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Yankees slugger Alex Rodriguez will skip the All-Star Home Run Derby at Yankee Stadium next month, choosing to protect his finely tuned swing.
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Mishandled Mariners stumbling through nightmare season
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
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This is not what the Mariners expected heading into this season. Just ask the GM, manager and hitting coach, who all lost their jobs in a 10-day span. Poor personnel decisions have caught up to this once-proud ball club, Scott Miller says.
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Blackhawks flex monetary muscle on opening day of free agency
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
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In the old days the kind of money that is invested for today's average talent used to be handed out to elite players. Wes Goldstein says some $400 million handed out on the free agency market is stunning, but helps several teams make big statements.
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Cook throws first career shutout
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
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Aaron Cook tossed a five-hitter for the first shutout of his career, and the Colorado Rockies ended an eight-game losing streak with a 4-0 win over the San Diego Padres on Tuesday night.
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Tampa increases lead to 2 1/2 games
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
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Matt Garza pitched seven strong innings in his first outing since throwing a one-hitter, and the Tampa Bay Rays beat Boston and nemesis Tim Wakefield 3-1 on Tuesday night.
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Power Rankings: Did I actually say the NL is better?
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
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Debate all you want, but don't dare say the NL is better. Eric Mack made that mistake -- he still has a job -- earlier, but has come to his senses in his latest Power Rankings, where we witness a first: The Rays are No. 1.
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Report: Baron Davis to sign deal with Clippers
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
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All-Star Baron Davis is expected to sign a five-year, $65 million deal with the Los Angeles Clippers, according to the 'Los Angeles Times.'
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Whoops! Bonds' 756 ball going to Hall
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
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Now branded with an asterisk, the ball Barry Bonds launched for his record 756th home run nearly a year ago landed Tuesday night in the Hall of Fame.
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Ramirez ties it for Cabrera's walk-off
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
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Alexei Ramirez tied it with a two-out homer and Orlando Cabrera won it with an RBI single, both in the 10th inning Tuesday night, and the Chicago White Sox rallied to beat the Cleveland Indians 3-2, their sixth straight win.
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Feud of the Week: The Montoya-Busch incident, unlimited testing, Daytona
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
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After their crash at New Hampshire, Juan Pablo Montoya and Kyle Busch should both be penalized laps, money and probably points, Pete Pistone says. Shame on Montoya but Busch did nothing wrong, Brian De Los Santos says.
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Blackhawks sign top free-agent D Campbell
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
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Brian Campbell is bringing some defense to the Chicago Blackhawks. Campbell, the top free-agent defenseman available Tuesday at the start of the open market season, signed an eight-year deal with Chicago.
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Almirola to DEI full-time; Martin gone?
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
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Dale Earnhardt Inc. will use Aric Almirola full-time next season in a promotion that will free Mark Martin to move to Hendrick Motorsports next season.
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Get a bigger boat: Like Jaws, Williams sisters tough to stop
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
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Art Spander knows all Williams fatigue. But still the dominant women in tennis when they want to be, they're back and locked for another family final.
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Just watch: O.J. will mash rest of draft class into a pulp
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
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Derrick Rose? Jay Williams redux. Michael Beasley? Puh-lease, Bease. O.J. Mayo
will be the best player from the 2008 NBA Draft -- and it might not be close, Gregg
Doyel says.
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UCLA rewards Howland with new 7-year deal
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
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UCLA coach Ben Howland, who has guided the Bruins to the Final Four each of the past three years, agreed to a new seven-year contract with the university Tuesday.
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Pats dump DB Andrews after another arrest
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
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