Obama still holds out hope for White Sox in playoffs, praises slugger Pujols, shortstop Jeter

October 1st, 2009 Obama heads to Denmark to lobby for 2016 OlympicsWASHINGTON — President Barack Obama is on his way to Denmark to help his adopted hometown of Chicago try to land the 2016 Summer Olympic Games. Obama departed the White House on Thursday evening for an overnight flight to Copenhagen.

September 30th, 2009 Pujols sets NL season mark for assists at 1st baseDENVER — Albert Pujols has recorded his 181st assist of the season, setting a National League mark for first basemen. The St. Louis Cardinals slugger eclipsed the record in the fourth inning Sunday against Colorado when he flipped the ball to pitcher Kyle Lohse, who was covering first base on a grounder.

September 30th, 2009 Daley praises Obama's decision to go to DenmarkCHICAGO — Chicago Mayor Richard Daley says he's honored that both President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama will head to Copenhagen in support of Chicago's bid to host the 2016 Summer Olympics. White House adviser Valerie Jarrett told The Associated Press on Monday that the president will leave Thursday for Europe.

September 19th, 2009 White House scouts possible Obama Copenhagen visitWASHINGTON — The White House says it is sending an advance team to Copenhagen to check out the possibility of a personal appearance by President Barack Obama before the Olympic committee. A senior adviser to Obama confirmed Saturday night to The Associated Press that the advance team would only be making sure Obama has the option of going to appeal for Chicago, which is bidding to host the Olympics in 2016.

September 11th, 2009 WASHINGTON - First Lady Michelle Obama will be on hand to root for her home town of Chicago when the International Olympic Committee announces which city can host the 2016 competition, the White House said Friday. Michelle Obama will travel to Copenhagen for the ceremony Oct 2.

August 27th, 2009 Down syndrome center named for Cardinals' PujolsCHESTERFIELD, Mo. — A new center for adults with Down syndrome will bear the name of St.

August 1st, 2009 Obama to greet Johnson, NASCAR champsWASHINGTON — No. 44, meet No.

July 27th, 2009 Obama says WNBA inspires his daughtersWASHINGTON — President Barack Obama says the WNBA serves as an inspiration for his two young daughters. Obama on Monday said his daughters, Sasha and Malia, have never known a time when women did not play professional basketball in the United States.

July 15th, 2009 Obama goes low with All-Star first pitchST. LOUIS — President Barack Obama was true to his word: He didn't bounce it.

July 15th, 2009 NEW YORK - Barack Obama is one sporting president, and he gave a glimpse of his game recently by throwing out the ceremonial first pitch St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Albert Pujols before the All-Star baseball game on July 14.

July 15th, 2009 President Obama goes low with All-Star first pitchST. LOUIS — All those warmups in the Rose Garden gave the lanky left-hander just enough oomph.

July 13th, 2009 Obama to be in Fox broadcast boothST. LOUIS — President Barack Obama will be in the Fox broadcast booth for Tuesday night's All-Star game.

July 10th, 2009 L'AQUILA, Italy — President Barack Obama is hinting he'll attend next year's World Cup soccer championship in South Africa. After a photograph with South African President Jacob Zuma on Friday, a reporter asked Obama if he'll attend the matches.

June 22nd, 2009 Pujols moves past Utley as top NL vote-getterNEW YORK — Albert Pujols has edged past Chase Utley for the race to be the National League's top All-Star vote-getter. In results of fan voting released Monday, the St.

June 22nd, 2009 White House: Obama not committed to World CupWASHINGTON — The White House says President Barack Obama has not made a decision yet on whether to attend next year's World Cup soccer championship in South Africa. Presidential spokesman Robert Gibbs was asked about the matter on Monday after at least one published report said Obama had accepted an invitation.