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Kimi ready to double up
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 12:13pm EDT
Kimi Raikkonen is in positive mood as he bids for back-to-back British Grand Prix victories this weekend. -
Blackburn handed FA fine
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 11:51am EDT
Blackburn have been punished by the Football Association for failure to control their players. -
Flintoff to be overlooked
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 11:48am EDT
England are expected to resist the temptation to recall Andrew Flintoff for the first Test against South Africa.
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'Canes sign ex-Pen Melichar to one-year deal (AP)
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 11:46am EDT
AP - The Carolina Hurricanes found the physical defenseman they've been looking for.
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The Quad: The Countdown: No. 58 Rutgers
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 11:43am EDT by By PAUL MYERBERG
The Quad continues counting down the Football Bowl Subdivision teams.
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Big Blue-hoo: Kentucky basketball museum closes
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 11:28am EDT by ESPN.com news services
The University of Kentucky Basketball Museum in Lexington has closed its doors, according to media reports in Kentucky.
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Lewis - I'm very relaxed
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 11:21am EDT
Lewis Hamilton insists he is not feeling the pressure ahead of this weekend's British Grand Prix.
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Spain is FIFA's new No. 1; U.S. continues descent
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 10:44am EDT by External
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PSV tie up Isaksson swoop
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 10:33am EDT
PSV have completed the signing of Man City keeper Andreas Isaksson for an undisclosed fee. -
Villa punish unsettled Barry
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 10:08am EDT
Aston Villa have disciplined Gareth Barry after he criticised Martin O'Neill in a weekend interview.
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Wimbledon women's court schedule troubles WTA
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 9:51am EDT by Reuters
WTA chief Larry Scott said on Wednesday he was "disappointed and concerned" with the scheduling of women's matches at Wimbledon.
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Rain halts Federer surge in Wimbledon quarter-finals (AFP)
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 9:49am EDT
AFP - Rain brought Roger Federer's blistering start to his Wimbledon quarter-final against Mario Ancic to a halt on Wednesday after just 27 minutes of action.
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Monty - I'd pick Pod and Luke
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 9:42am EDT
Colin Montgomerie has admitted he would not pick himself as a Ryder Cup wildcard if the team was selected now.
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Coughlin Again Lowers Backstroke Record
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 9:39am EDT by By PAT BORZI
Natalie Coughlin broke the 100-meter backstroke world record for the second consecutive day, becoming the first woman to swim under 59 seconds.
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Adande: Awaiting the greatest free-agent signing in Clippers history
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 9:31am EDT by J.A. Adande
Baron Davis probably won't bring a title to Clipperland, but he does make the long-struggling franchise relevant, J.A. Adande writes. -
Guerrero sparks Angels' late rally past Athletics
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 9:11am EDT by Recap
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Reds quiet on Barry bid
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 9:00am EDT
Liverpool have yet to make progress in their bid to land Gareth Barry and insist they have not made a 'final' offer. -
Kent ease to victory
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 9:00am EDT
Martin van Jaarsveld's second century of the match guided Kent to a four-wicket victory over Surrey. -
Yorke to stay with Black Cats
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 8:09am EDT
Dwight Yorke has ended doubts about his future by signing a new one-year deal at Sunderland. -
Pod - Monty leads from the front
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 7:56am EDT
Padraig Harrington is hoping that Colin Montgomerie can force his way into the Ryder Cup team. -
Ince eyes transfer targets
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 7:48am EDT
Blackburn boss Paul Ince is keen to make 'one or two' signings before the start of the new season. -
Garcia aims to rule Europe
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 7:31am EDT
Sergio Garcia will tee it up in this week's European Open bidding to emulate his country's footballers.
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Rodriguez to skip Home Run Derby at Yankee Stadium (AP)
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 7:29am EDT
AP - Yankees slugger Alex Rodriguez will skip the All-Star Home Run Derby at Yankee Stadium later this month, choosing to protect his finely tuned swing.
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Keegan nets Spiderman
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 7:28am EDT
Argentina international Jonas Gutierrez has signed for Newcastle on a five-year deal.
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Garza beats Wakefield, Rays down Red Sox again (AP)
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 7:21am EDT
AP - 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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Federer leads off men's quarterfinals at Wimbledon (AP)
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 7:20am EDT
AP - The men's quarterfinals at Wimbledon are scheduled today and for the first time at a Grand Slam in the 40-year history of the Open era, all eight quarterfinalists are from Europe.
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Milan - Ade price impossible
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 7:17am EDT
Adriano Galliani says it is 'impossible' for Milan to meet Arsenal's demands for Emmanuel Adebayor. -
Baggies agree Dutch deal
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 6:24am EDT
Heerenveen have agreed a deal to sell defender Gianni Zuiverloon to West Bromwich Albion.
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Spain top FIFA world rankings (AFP)
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 6:20am EDT
AFP - Spain's win on Sunday in the Euro 2008 final over Germany has hoisted the country to top spot in the FIFA world rankings for the first time.
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Pakistan v India - latest
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 6:00am EDT
Launch the skysports.com scorecentre for the latest from today's one-day internationals in Karachi and Aberdeen. -
Carvell U-turn stuns Hull
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 5:54am EDT
Hull prop Garreth Carvell has stunned the club by asking to leave just one day after signing a new three-year deal. -
Henman: Murray can do it
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 5:05am EDT
Former British No.1 Tim Henman believes Andy Murray can upset Rafael Nadal at Wimbledon - but only if the Scot gets his serve right.
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For Leading Man, Another Top Performance
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 4:05am EDT by By KAREN CROUSE
Michael Phelps, who is playing Mark Spitz in this year’s remake of the 1972 trials, is the personality driving swimming’s popularity in America.
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Olympics: Blade Runner back
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 3:59am EDT
Oscar Pistorius resumes his Olympic dream as he takes on able-bodied athletes again in his first race of the season in Milan. -
PFA - Barton must banish demons
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 3:56am EDT
The PFA has warned Joey Barton he must banish his 'demons' in order to save his career. -
Zimbabwe face ICC vote
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 3:40am EDT
Zimbabwe will need the support of Asian countries at an ICC meeting to retain their full member status. -
Nelsen earns Olympic opportunity
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 3:11am EDT
Blackburn boss Paul Ince has given Ryan Nelsen the all-clear to play in the Olympics.
L.A. Times - Sports
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Clippers step it up, agree to terms with Baron Davis
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 3:00am EDT
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Lakers interested in James Posey, Brent Barry
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 3:00am EDT
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Landing Davis is a Sterling moment for Clippers' organization
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 3:00am EDT
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Anderson comes alive after a little pep talk
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 3:00am EDT
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Jeff Kent gets it back for Dodgers in 7-6 victory
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 3:00am EDT
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Angels put rally caps on in win
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 3:00am EDT
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NFL rookie symposium is standing room only
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 3:00am EDT
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Natalie Coughlin, Aaron Peirsol set world records in backstroke
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 3:00am EDT
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Venus Williams and Serena Williams hold each other in high regard
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 3:00am EDT
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Angels' Kelvim Escobar probably out for season
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 3:00am EDT
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Venus, Serena dominate, reach Wimbledon semis
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 2:43am EDT by Associated Press
The Williams sisters moved closer to another Wimbledon final Tuesday, using their power tennis to cruise into the semifinals in straight sets. -
Ramirez, Cabrera come through, lift ChiSox in 10
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 2:26am EDT by Recap
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A Personal Call to a Prosthetic Invention
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 1:53am EDT by By CAROL POGASH
Van Phillips may get to see athletes compete in the Summer Olympics using the Cheetah foot, a carbon graphite prosthetic he invented.
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Mets 7, Cardinals 4: For Mets, a Framework That They Can Build On
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 1:35am EDT by By BEN SHPIGEL
The Mets’ starting pitching backed Tony Armas Jr.’s first appearance of the season with 14 hits and 7 consecutive runs in storming back from an early three-run deficit.
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Rangers 3, Yankees 2: On Night Pitchers Need Lift, Yanks’ Bats Are Far Too Quiet
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 1:35am EDT by By TYLER KEPNER
It was another frustrating game at the plate for the Yankees, who used five pitchers against the burly offense of the Texas Rangers for their third defeat in a row.
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Williams Sisters Are One Step From Family Reunion in Final
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 1:26am EDT by By CHRISTOPHER CLAREY
Serena Williams defeated Agnieszka Radwanska to move into the semifinals, where she will join her sister, Venus.
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Bloomquist singles home game-winner in ninth (AP)
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 1:25am EDT
AP - Willie Bloomquist singled home Raul Ibanez with the winning run in the ninth inning and the Seattle Mariners rallied to beat the Toronto Blue Jays 7-6 on Tuesday night.
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Deal Struck as Hall Receives Home Run Ball Hit by Bonds
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 1:20am EDT by By JACK CURRY
Marc Ecko, the owner of Barry Bonds’s record-setting 756th home run ball, has donated the artifact to the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum.
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Marichal and Spahn Dueled a Complete Game and a Half
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 1:20am EDT by By RICHARD SANDOMIR
Former San Francisco Giants pitcher Juan Marichal was once involved in an incredible series of no-hitters.
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Duhon, Free From Bulls, Visits the Knicks
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 1:19am EDT by By HOWARD BECK
Chicago Bulls’ Chris Duhon visited the Knicks’ suburban training center, making him the early favorite to eventually succeed Stephon Marbury.
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Davis’s Move to Clippers Gives the League a Jolt
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 1:16am EDT by By HOWARD BECK
There are reports that the Los Angeles Clippers would pursue Baron Davis, who shocked the Golden State Warriors when he opted out of his contract late Monday night.
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Jeter Is Given the Day Off; It Was Not His Idea
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 1:14am EDT by By TYLER KEPNER
Manager Joe Girardi wants to rest his starters periodically, especially after having played four games in three days over the weekend, and this was Jeter’s turn.
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Major League Roundup: Rays Top Wakefield and Red Sox, Adding to Their Division Lead
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 1:13am EDT by By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
The players association filed a grievance over the release of pitcher Shawn Chacon and the Phillies demoted Brett Myers to the minor leagues.
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Liberty 89, Sparks 78: Christon Scores 28 and Liberty Rallies Late
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 1:12am EDT by By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
Shameka Christon scored a career-high 28 points, and the Liberty rallied for an 89-78 victory over the Los Angeles Sparks on Tuesday.
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Devils Keep Their Roster Filled With Familiar Names
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 1:11am EDT by By DAVE CALDWELL
Two veteran Devils players decided to return Tuesday, when the N.H.L. free-agent signing period began.
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As First Step, Rangers Fortify Defense
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 1:10am EDT by By LYNN ZINSER
O n the first day of the N.H.L.’s free-agency period the Rangers moved to improve their defensive corps.
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Garza's gem leads red-hot Rays past Red Sox
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 12:51am EDT by Recap
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Locals in 800 Meters Put on Show for Fans
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 12:42am EDT by By LYNN ZINSER
In the finals of the 800 meters Monday night, Nick Symmonds of Oregon was surging to the lead, but then came Andrew Wheating of the University of Oregon flying past the rest of the field.
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Twins continue hot play, top Tigers to win 12 of 14
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 12:23am EDT by Recap
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Baron Davis on verge of signing with Clippers (AP)
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 12:18am EDT
AP - Baron Davis is on his way home.
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Victorino, Phillies spoil Chipper's return to Braves
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 12:10am EDT by Recap
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Bonds' 756th homer ball lands in Hall, finally (AP)
Posted: July 2nd, 2008, 12:02am EDT
AP - 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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Horse of the Year Curlin Begins Transition to Turf
Posted: July 1st, 2008, 11:19pm EDT by By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
Curlin, the winner of the 2007 Preakness and Breeders’ Cup Classic, is training to become the top turf horse in the world.
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Cheers in Manhattan for Gladiator From the Bronx
Posted: July 1st, 2008, 11:02pm EDT by By VINCENT M. MALLOZZI
A 25-year-old cheerleading instructor from the Bronx gathered with friends to watch her performance as a contestant on “American Gladiator.”
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Manuel Is Trying to Get Martínez Back on Track
Posted: July 1st, 2008, 9:57pm EDT by By BEN SHPIGEL
Pedro Martínez is scheduled to start Wednesday night against the Cardinals after two poor starts.
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Longtime college coach John Pont dies at 80 (AP)
Posted: July 1st, 2008, 8:29pm EDT
AP - John Pont, who guided Indiana to its only Rose Bowl appearance 40 years ago and also coached at Northwestern, Yale and Miami of Ohio, died Tuesday. He was 80.
L.A. Times - Sports
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Fluminense seeks to turn tables on LDU
Posted: July 1st, 2008, 7:45pm EDT
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Columbus deals for Torres, signs Commodore (AP)
Posted: July 1st, 2008, 7:35pm EDT
AP - Seeking to add experience to one of the NHL's youngest rosters, the Columbus Blue Jackets acquired winger Raffi Torres from the Edmonton Oilers for promising center Gilbert Brule on Tuesday. -
Hall or not? Bonds' 756th homer ball on odd path (AP)
Posted: July 1st, 2008, 7:24pm EDT
AP - The ball Barry Bonds launched for his record-breaking 756th home run took a strange turn Tuesday on its possible path to the Hall of Fame.
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Chipper Jones, Kotsay return to Braves lineup (AP)
Posted: July 1st, 2008, 7:23pm EDT
AP - Chipper Jones, expected to be placed on the disabled list Tuesday, instead was back in the lineup for the Atlanta Braves.
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Talks break down; Hall won't take Bonds 756 ball
Posted: July 1st, 2008, 7:19pm EDT by Associated Press
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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Chip Ganassi shuts down Franchitti's team (AP)
Posted: July 1st, 2008, 7:09pm EDT
AP - NASCAR team owner Chip Ganassi shut down Dario Franchitti's race team Tuesday because of a lack of sponsorship, putting the former IndyCar Series champion's future in doubt.
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Franchitti's team shut down due to lack of funds
Posted: July 1st, 2008, 7:01pm EDT by ESPN.com news services
Co-owner Chip Ganassi has ceased operation of Dario Franchitti's race team because of a lack of sponsorship.
L.A. Times - Sports
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Liberty rallies to victory over the Sparks
Posted: July 1st, 2008, 6:55pm EDT
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Potter praises his magic eight
Posted: July 1st, 2008, 6:43pm EDT
Les Catalans coach Mick Potter was full of praise for his French internationals after the 30-14 victory over Wakefield. -
Bell rings out at double ton
Posted: July 1st, 2008, 6:43pm EDT
England batsman Ian Bell is hoping his innings of 215 for Warwickshire can kick-start a good run of form for the rest of the summer.
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A-Rod intends to take pass on Home Run Derby
Posted: July 1st, 2008, 6:41pm EDT by ESPN.com news services
Alex Rodriguez says he won't be taking part in the Home Run Derby the night before the All-Star Game. -
Garber: Williams sisters crushing opponents
Posted: July 1st, 2008, 6:39pm EDT by Greg Garber
Having devoured opponents thus far, and with dodgy semifinalists waiting, a Williams sisters final appears imminent. -
Hawks, defenseman Campbell agree; G Huet also
Posted: July 1st, 2008, 6:19pm EDT by Scott Burnside
The Chicago Blackhawks agreed to deals with defenseman Brian Campbell and goalie Cristobal Huet on Tuesday.
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Brett Myers accepts demotion to Triple-A (AP)
Posted: July 1st, 2008, 6:04pm EDT
AP - Brett Myers, leading the major leagues with 24 home runs allowed and coming off the shortest start of his career with the Phillies, is headed to the minor leagues.