25 hurt as lightning strikes Austrian football fieldJuly 15th, 2009 VIENNA - A thunderbolt hurt 25 Austrian football players and spectators when it struck during a match Tuesday evening, the rescue service in the town of Leoben said. The local practice game ended abruptly as people were thrown to the ground by the lightning's shock wave or were hurt by the electrical field.
Idaho driver's game based on life on the road lets players try their 'Truckin' Luck'July 10th, 2009 Idaho board game lets players live 'Truckin' lifeBLACKFOOT, Idaho — A long-haul trucker from southeastern Idaho has created a new trucking-themed board game inspired by his hours on the road. "My Truckin' Luck" was created with input from truckers, state troopers and mechanics nationwide, Randy Cox told the Idaho State Journal for a story published Friday.
Cliff Lee's gem against White Sox gives Indians second series win this yearMay 13th, 2009 Lee pitches a gem as Indians blank White Sox 4-0CLEVELAND — Cliff Lee outpitched Mark Buehrle, throwing seven innings in the Cleveland Indians' 4-0 win Wednesday to take two of three from the Chicago White Sox. It was the second series the last-place Indians have won this year, and the first since they took two of three from Kansas City at home April 21-23.
Cliff Lee's gem against White Sox gives Indians second series win this yearMay 13th, 2009 Lee, Indians shut out White Sox, 4-0CLEVELAND — Cliff Lee outpitched Mark Buehrle, throwing seven innings in the Cleveland Indians' 4-0 win Wednesday to take two of three from the Chicago White Sox. It was the second series the last-place Indians have won this year, and the first since they took two of three from Kansas City at home April 21-23.
Indians activate infielder Jamey Carroll, send infielder Josh Barfield to Triple-A ColumbusMay 12th, 2009 Indians activate INF Carroll, send down BarfieldCLEVELAND — The Cleveland Indians activated infielder Jamey Carroll from the 15-day disabled list Tuesday and optioned infielder Josh Barfield to Triple-A Columbus. Carroll broke his left hand when he was hit by a pitch in the Indians' last exhibition game on April 4.
Drogba's tantrums inspire creation of hit Internet gameMay 11th, 2009 LONDON - Chelsea striker Didier Drogba's Champions League tantrum has inspired a hit Internet game. As the wild-eyed virtual character 'Didier DrogBaby', players can hit a moving target modelled on bald ref Tom Henning Ovrebo.
Rookie Rick Porcello pitches Tigers to 5-3 win and 3-game sweep of struggling IndiansMay 10th, 2009 Porcello pitches Tigers to 3-game sweep of IndiansCLEVELAND — The Cleveland Indians are digging themselves a deeper hole each day. Detroit rookie Rick Porcello added to their mounting frustrations Sunday, combining with four relievers to beat the struggling Indians 5-3 and complete a three-game sweep for the Tigers.
Lincecum gets support from Molina, beats makeshift Cubs lineup 6-2May 5th, 2009 Lincecum pitches Giants past CubsCHICAGO — Tim Lincecum allowed four hits over seven innings and Bengie Molina hit a three-run homer Tuesday, leading the San Francisco Giants to a 6-2 victory over the Chicago Cubs. Lincecum (3-1) struck out seven and walked two in ending the Cubs' four-game winning streak.
I can not resort to 'danda parade' of players: Younis KhanMay 2nd, 2009 ABU DHABI - Upset over his teams lack luster performance against Australia which handed out an eight wicket defeat to Pakistan in the fourth match to take an unbeatable lead of 3-1 in the five match Dubai one-day series, captain Younis Khan has said that he can not resort to 'danda parade' of the players. Khan, seemingly unhappy over the lack of application, particularly by the senior players of the team, said responsibilities of the team must be shared by each member of the team.
Drew's leg, Youkilis' back keep them out of starting lineupApril 30th, 2009 Boston's Drew, Youkilis sit with injuriesCLEVELAND — First baseman Kevin Youkilis and right fielder J.D. Drew were out of the Boston Red Sox lineup for Wednesday night's game against the Cleveland Indians.
Slowey wins third game, Kubel homers twice as Twins roll past IndiansApril 26th, 2009 Slowey, Kubel lead Twins past IndiansCLEVELAND — Kevin Slowey pitched eight sharp innings and Jason Kubel hit two solo homers, leading the Minnesota Twins to a 7-1 victory over the Cleveland Indians on Saturday night. Slowey (3-0) carried a five-hit shutout into the ninth but allowed three singles to open the inning before departing with the bases loaded.
Duminy feeling the pressure of playing behind Tendulkar, Jayasuriya in IPLApril 24th, 2009 JOHANNESBURG - South Africa batting star J P Duminy is feeling the pressure of playing behind superstars Sachin Tendulkar and Sanath Jayasuriya in the elite Mumbai Indians batting line-up in the Indian Premier League (IPL), a Sports24 report has revealed. "It is an amazing feeling to be in a team with such big reputations.
'Spirit the Hawk' gets some flying time in Game 2 of the playoffsApril 23rd, 2009 Hawks' mascot gets some playoff flying timeATLANTA — The Hawks' real-life mascot got a little flying time during the playoffs. "Spirit," an actual hawk that flies down from the rafters during the pre-game introductions, decided to hang around for the start of Game 2 against the Miami Heat on Wednesday night.
IPL in South Africa won't affect Indian following: SachinApril 14th, 2009 NEW DELHI - Batting genius Sachin Tendulkar Tuesday said Indian Premier League (IPL) has changed the face of cricket in the country and feels the shifting of the Twenty20 tournament to South Africa would not impact its following in India. The IPL this year will be played in South Africa as it clashed with the general elections in the country.
Indian ice hockey team felicitated for wining IIHF gongApril 7th, 2009 LEH - In a rare honour, the Indian Ice Hockey team was felicitated on its return from Abu Dhabi (UAE), where it participated in the International Ice Hockey Federation (IIHF) Challenge Cup of Asia. Ajit Kumar Sahu, Deputy Commissioner, Leh in Jammu and Kashmir did the honours.
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