Browns' Eric Mangini says he has not been contacted by league in injury-report investigationSeptember 11th, 2009 Mangini: NFL hasn't asked me about Favre injuryBEREA, Ohio — Cleveland Browns coach Eric Mangini said he has not been contacted by the NFL in its investigation about a possible injury-report cover up while he was with the New York Jets. On Thursday, Jets general manager Mike Tannenbaum admitted the team should have disclosed Brett Favre's torn biceps tendon on mandatory weekly injury reports over the final third of last season.
Correction: Arkansas-Rape Investigation storySeptember 10th, 2009 Correction: Arkansas-Rape Investigation storyLITTLE ROCK, Ark. — In a Sept.
Michigan hires law firm to help investigate alleged NCAA rules violations by football programSeptember 1st, 2009 Michigan hires firm to assist its investigationANN ARBOR, Mich. — The University of Michigan has hired outside counsel to assist its investigation into whether the football program violated NCAA rules.
IOC says Beijing Olympics medals not at risk in doping probe of German equestrian teamAugust 19th, 2009 Beijing medals not at risk in Germany doping probeLAUSANNE, Switzerland — The IOC says equestrian medals from the Beijing Olympics will not be affected by an investigation into alleged doping violations by Germany's team. The International Equestrian Federation (FEI) commissioned a report into claims that some members of the German team — which topped the equestrian medal table at the games — used banned drugs and medical treatments on their horses.
Baseball union: Appearance on list seized by feds doesn't guarantee steroid positive testAugust 8th, 2009 Baseball union urges caution on 'steroid' listNEW YORK —Just because a player was on the list of names seized by the government doesn't guarantee he tested positive for steroids, the players' association says. In a statement Saturday ahead of a news conference at Yankee Stadium, union general counsel Michael Weiner says the number of players on the list exceeds those that the union and management agreed had tested positive.
Agent: Canucks' Burrows under investigation, could face charges for incident in summer gameAugust 4th, 2009 Agent: Canucks' Burrows under investigationMONTREAL — The agent for Vancouver Canucks forward Alex Burrows says his client in under investigation for an altercation that took place in a summer league hockey game. Canadian television network RDS reported a complaint was filed July 21, stating Burrows hit goalie Koray Celik in the face with his stick during a game in suburban Kirkland, Quebec.
Boston Globe: Red Sox fired 2 security staffers after investigation into steroid useAugust 2nd, 2009 Report: Red Sox fired 2 staffers in steroid probeBOSTON — A Boston newspaper is reporting the Red Sox fired two security staffers last summer after an investigation into steroid use. Jared Remy, the son of Red Sox television commentator Jerry Remy, and Nicholas Alex Cyr both told the Boston Globe they used steroids, but denied any knowledge of drug use by players.
McCain sickened by baseball's steroid scandal and asks, 'Where have you gone, Joe DiMaggio?'August 2nd, 2009 McCain is 'sick' over steroid scandal in baseballWASHINGTON — Sen. John McCain is lamenting the latest report of a baseball player linked to performance-enhancing drugs.
NHL exploring if Hossa contract circumvents CBA and salary capJuly 31st, 2009 NHL looking into Hossa contractCHICAGO — The NHL is investigating Marian Hossa's 12-year, $62.8 million contract with the Chicago Blackhawks. The league confirmed on Friday that it is looking into the deal, but would have no further comment until the investigation is completed.
Report: Vikings coach tells paper Favre won't come out of retirement to play for MinnesotaJuly 29th, 2009 Report: Childress says Favre not coming backMINNEAPOLIS — Vikings coach Brad Childress says Brett Favre won't come out retirement to play for Minnesota. Childress confirmed to The Associated Press in a text message on Tuesday that the three-time MVP quarterback for the Green Bay Packers would not join his team.
'Steroid Era' players don't require special guidelines for Hall of Fame voters, writers sayJune 26th, 2009 Chicago writers say no more HoF guidelines neededCHICAGO — When it comes to the electing players to the Baseball Hall of Fame, no new guidelines are needed to deal with the so-called Steroid Era because voters are already asked to consider a player's integrity and character. That's what the Chicago chapter of the Baseball Writers' Association of America decided Friday.
Tyler Hamilton's career over after accepting 8-year ban for second doping violationJune 17th, 2009 Admitted doper Hamilton accepts 8-year doping banCOLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — Olympic champion Tyler Hamilton has received an eight-year ban from cycling, all but ending his drug-tainted career after he admitted to taking a steroid.
Alabama attorney general closes investigation into Andre Smith case involving sports agentJune 11th, 2009 AG closes investigation into Andre Smith caseMONTGOMERY, Ala. — Alabama Attorney General Troy King has closed the investigation into former Alabama star Andre Smith's alleged dealings with a sports agent.
Memphis finds no proof former player cheated after investigation into NCAA allegationsJune 2nd, 2009 Memphis finds no proof former player cheatedMEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis was unable to find proof a former player cheated on his SAT exam in its internal investigation of NCAA allegations against the men's basketball team.
Authorities: Fla. man who says he dealt steroids to professional athlets faces federal chargeJune 1st, 2009 Accused Fla. steroid dealer faces federal chargeTAMPA, Fla.