Yankees hit 5 homers in 8-4 win over Red Sox
Giants coach Tom Coughlin disappointed with effort against ChicagoEAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — Instead of getting that big improvement in the second game of the preseason, Tom Coughlin and the New York Giants got a reality check. Mets expected to bring back general manager Omar Minaya next seasonNEW YORK — Mets general manager Omar Minaya is expected back next season. Michigan plans to use 3 QBs in its opener, including speedy freshman who doesn’t tie his lacesANN ARBOR, Mich. — Michigan quarterback Denard Robinson was lounging on the turf when a couple reporters approached, asking for the story behind the fact that he doesn’t tie the laces of his cleats. Americans still trying to figure out sprint relays after failing to advance twice at worldsBERLIN — Try as they might, the Americans just can’t seem to get that baton around the track in the 400-meter relay without some sort of misadventure. Mike Schmidt on Pete Rose’s ban from baseball: ‘20 years have passed, isn’t that enough?’It’s been 20 years since Pete Rose was banned for life from baseball by then-commissioner Bart Giamatti. Recently the subject came back to life, recycling the same old issues, without attention to some interesting elements that should be mentioned on the 20th anniversary. Bhaichung Bhutia set to earn his 100th international capNEW DELHI - From the sleepy village of Tinkitam in Sikkim to leading the national football team, Bhaichung Bhutia has come a long way and is all set to earn his 100th international cap when India plays Kyrgyzstan in the ONGC Nehru Cup here Sunday. McLaren still upset over Alonso’s exitVALENCIA - The infighting within McLaren-Mercedes in 2007, involving then team boss Ron Dennis and drivers Lewis Hamilton and Fernando Alonso, belongs to the past, but it has not yet been forgotten. Fla. State says it checked with OU on player eligibility issue for info on a similar caseTALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Florida State officials say they have no issues with Oklahoma. With ‘the Brittanys’ leading the way, Americans open up lead on Europeans at Solheim CupSUGAR GROVE, Ill. — The “B team” led the way for the Americans at the Solheim Cup. Lab tech who mixed deadly brew that killed polo horses sues Fla. pharmacy over being firedWEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — A Florida pharmacy that mixed a deadly concoction of vitamin supplements that killed 21 elite polo horses fired a lab technician who prepared the mix after she spoke with federal investigators, according to a whistleblower complaint filed against the business. Russell Martin’s grand slam powers slumping Dodgers to 7-2 victory over Cubs in series openerLOS ANGELES — Russell Martin made all of the Los Angeles Dodgers feel good about themselves with one fat swing. Still oh-for-US soil, Europe hoping to change its fortunes at Solheim CupSUGAR GROVE, Ill. — Just once, Laura Davies wants to experience how it feels to win the Solheim Cup on someone else’s turf. Appeal will question NCAA clearinghouse over ineligible player costing Memphis 38-win seasonMEMPHIS, Tenn. — No banners are coming down anytime soon. Not the 2008 Final Four banner nor the one honoring three seniors for an NCAA-record 137 wins. Martin’s grand slam powers Dodgers to 7-2 victory over Cubs in series openerLOS ANGELES — It was hard to tell who needed the shot of confidence more — Russell Martin or the Los Angeles Dodgers. Wagner perfect in 1st outing in over a year; Mets cut Hernandez to make room for former closer
Usain Bolt blazes to another world record in the 200m at worlds
Showdown in Beantown: Yankees gear up for second matchup of the month with Red SoxOAKLAND, Calif. — A lot sure has changed for the New York Yankees since they started out 0-8 against the Boston Red Sox. NCAA throws out Memphis’ 38-win season and title game appearance because of ineligible playerMEMPHIS, Tenn. — Memphis has lost every one of the 38 victories it piled up in a basketball season that ended with John Calipari’s Tigers just missing out on a national title. Brees returns to practice with Saints for first time since mother’s funeralHOUSTON — New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees was ready to focus on football Thursday as he returned to practice for the first time since his mother’s funeral. How will Favre’s risk-taking reputation fit with conservative Vikings coach ChildressMINNEAPOLIS — Brad Childress wants his quarterbacks to play a certain way. Make the safe pass, keep an even keel, and follow the scheme how it’s coached. Delhi Commonwealth Games to be best ever, Kalmadi tells UK IncLONDON - The 2010 Commonwealth Games in Delhi will be best ever with the prime minister rolling out a massive Rs.7 billion (Rs.700 crore) budget and the work schedule on target, Organising Committee chairman Suresh Kalmadi has told British investors in London. Teixeira’s two-run homer and RBI groundout help Yankees beat Athletics 3-2OAKLAND, Calif. — Mark Teixeira hit a two-run homer, Alfredo Aceves earned his majors-leading eighth win as a reliever and the New York Yankees wrapped up a stretch of 33 games in 34 days with a 3-2 victory over the Oakland Athletics on Wednesday night. Veteran fullback Lorenzo Neal released by Oakland RaidersNAPA, Calif. — The Oakland Raiders released veteran fullback Lorenzo Neal on Wednesday, ending his brief stay with the team. Partnership with boxing promoter Dino Duva will help train, market Chinese national teamNEW YORK — Boxing promoter Dino Duva sat inside Workers Indoor Arena during last summer’s Beijing Olympics and watched the Chinese team win two gold medals, a silver and a bronze in a surprising show of strength. Jaguars sputter in preseason opener, failing to generate offense, protect David GarrardJACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Playing just three series in Jacksonville’s preseason opener, David Garrard was pressured often, knocked down several times and sacked once. Palmer could miss Bengals exhibition with ankle injury; Brady more likely to playFOXBOROUGH, Mass. — Tom Brady could get another chance to take a hit on his surgically repaired left knee. Carson Palmer may not even throw a pass with his rehabilitated right elbow. Top-seeded Dinara Safina ousted in 2nd round at Rogers Cup in TorontoTORONTO — Dinara Safina is out of the Rogers Cup. Younis Khan pushing me to join national team’s coaching staff : Rashid LatifISLAMABAD - Former Pakistan wicket-keeper captain Rashid Latif has said captain Younis Khan has been asking him to join the national team’s coaching staff for the last one year. Heidfeld stays upbeat on F1 futureValencia,SPAIN - German driver Nick Heidfeld remains confident of continuing in Formula One despite the withdrawal of BMW at the end of the season. PCB under fire for its ‘ad-hocism’KARACHI - An influential member of the Pakistan Cricket Board’s (PCB) Governing Board, Dr Muhammad Ali Shah, has criticized the board for its unprofessional attitude terming it as ‘ad-hocism’. IPL loses global viewership, but fresh opportunities knockLONDON - The global television audience for the 2009 Indian Premier League (IPL) was markedly down on the heights achieved during the inaugural season, according to a report published in London. Gary Sheffield, Mets light up Derek Lowe for 8 runs in 4th inning to beat Braves 9-4NEW YORK — After failing to get a bunt down with two on in the fourth inning, pitcher Oliver Perez lined a two-strike single to right field. Favre’s not finished: Football’s famously waffling QB unretires again, signs with VikingsEDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. — This is the way it is with Brett Favre: He announces he’s done, then has second thoughts. Cubs demote closer Kevin Gregg and move Carlos Marmol into roleSAN DIEGO — Beleaguered Chicago Cubs closer Kevin Gregg was demoted Tuesday, and replaced by right-hander Carlos Marmol. |
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BOSTON — Derek Jeter needed one pitch to reach a milestone and get the Yankees going again.
BERLIN — Teeth clenched, Usain Bolt grimaced as he churned toward the finish line, hoping to coax a fraction more out of his 6-foot-5 frame.
