Organizer: Conflict temporarily KOs Vick ‘celebration’ in Virginia hometownNEWPORT NEWS, Va. — Michael Vick’s hometown celebration was postponed Monday because of a conflict, an organizer said. Lawmakers urge Obama to pardon Jack Johnson, first black boxing championWASHINGTON — Two Republican lawmakers are urging President Barack Obama to issue a posthumous pardon for boxer Jack Johnson, the black heavyweight champion who was imprisoned because of his romantic ties with a white woman. Florida coach Urban Meyer signs 6-year, $24 million contractGAINESVILLE, Fla. — Florida coach Urban Meyer has two national championships in the last three years and the same number of raises. Correction: L.A. Open finalLOS ANGELES — In an Aug. 2 story about the L.A. Tennis Open, The Associated Press misspelled the last name of one of the players in the men’s singles final. The player’s name is Carsten Ball, not Bell. Sam Querrey defeated Ball in the final 6-4, 3-6, 6-1. New Atlanta duo Gonzalez, Ryan impressed with each other’s intuition, playmaking abilities
Wolves owner: Decision on new coach should come ‘in the next week or so’MANKATO, Minn. — While Minnesota Timberwolves president David Kahn continues his methodical search for a new head coach, owner Glen Taylor says it now should be clear why it didn’t work out with the old one. Woods wins Buick Open at 20 under by 3 shots, earning 4th title this year and 69th on PGA TourGRAND BLANC TOWNSHIP, Mich. — Tiger Woods cruised to his easiest victory of the year, getting away with an awful round to open the Buick Open and an average one to hold off a weak field. Former 1st-round pick Jarvis Moss leaves Broncos camp, reportedly considers retirementENGLEWOOD, Colo. — Jarvis Moss, the Denver Broncos’ top draft pick in 2007, left camp Saturday amid reports he’s contemplating retirement. Titans reach deal with top receiver pick Kenny Britt just afterafter he misses 2nd practiceNASHVILLE, Tenn. — Receiver Kenny Britt agreed to terms Saturday night on a contract with the Tennessee Titans, getting him into training camp a week before the team’s first preseason game. Falcons’ Pro Bowl WR Roddy White no-show at camp; seeks new deal in final contract yearFLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — Atlanta Falcons coach Mike Smith hardly seemed irritated that Pro Bowl receiver Roddy White skipped the first two sessions of training camp Saturday in a contract holdout. CB Champ Bailey returns to Denver Broncos practice along with Marcus Thomas, Renaldo HillENGLEWOOD, Colo. — Champ Bailey returned to the football field and also coach Josh McDaniels’ good graces Saturday after failing his conditioning test 48 hours earlier. 49ers open first camp under Singletary without top draft pick Michael CrabtreeSANTA CLARA, Calif. — Michael Crabtree was a no-show at San Francisco 49ers training camp Saturday. First-round selection Hakeem Nicks reaches deal with Giants, last of 9 draft picksALBANY, N.Y. — The New York Giants will be reporting to training camp Sunday with all their draft picks, including the one they hope fills the void left by the release of troubled Super Bowl hero Plaxico Burress. Former Pro Bowl offensive lineman Mike Wahle released by Seahawks before training camp startsRENTON, Wash. — Two-time Pro Bowl offensive guard Mike Wahle has been released by the Seattle Seahawks before their first practice of training camp. Arturo Gatti’s body exhumed; Canadian authorities to do 2nd autopsy on boxer at family requestRIO DE JANEIRO — Boxer Arturo Gatti’s body was exhumed Friday to allow the Quebec coroner’s office to perform a new autopsy at his family’s request. Rockies get lefty reliever Joe Beimel from Nationals for 2 minor league pitchersDENVER — The Colorado Rockies beefed up their injury-riddled bullpen Friday, acquiring left-handed reliever Joe Beimel from the Washington Nationals for two minor league pitchers. Person familiar with trade says Reds get 3B Scott Rolen from TorontoThe Cincinnati Reds have reached a deal to get third baseman Scott Rolen from the Toronto Blue Jays. Person familiar with deal says Red Sox agree to deal for Indians’ All-Star Victor MartinezThe Boston Red Sox have agreed to a deal to acquire All-Star slugger Victor Martinez from the Cleveland Indians. Under pressure from Phelps, FINA moves bodysuit ban up to Jan. 1ROME — Swimming’s governing body has set a firm date of Jan. 1 for banning record-breaking bodysuits, which should remove the threat of a Michael Phelps boycott. Person familiar with situation says FINA moving bodysuit ban up to Jan. 1ROME — Swimming’s governing body has set a firm date of Jan. 1 for banning record-breaking bodysuits, a person familiar with the situation told The Associated Press on Friday. Tantalizing rematch: Cavic riffs on Phelps ahead of 100 fly showdown at world championshipsROME — Milorad Cavic is tired of hearing about Michael Phelps having to compete in a supposedly inferior swimsuit. The Serb even offered to buy his American rival one of the latest models if that’s what it takes to even the playing field for their rematch in the 100-meter butterfly. Raiders sign top pick Heyward-Bey to 5-year deal with $23.5 million guaranteedNAPA, Calif. — Rookie receiver Darrius Heyward-Bey signed a five-year contract with the Oakland Raiders on Thursday that will guarantee him at least $23.5 million. Lions coach Jim Schwartz refuses to hide his personality as if it is a trick playDETROIT — Jim Schwartz has confronted challenges his whole life. Talk of who’s-wearing-what on pool deck in Rome puts catwalks in Milan to shameThe latest swimsuit smackdown has nothing to do with Sports Illustrated’s annual edition, though it got off to a racy enough start earlier this week. That’s when the back of Ricky Berens’ body-hugging outfit ripped, baring his butt just as he was diving into the pool at the world championships. AP source: Raiders sign top pick Heyward-Bey to 5-year deal with $23.5 million guaranteedNAPA, Calif. — Rookie receiver Darrius Heyward-Bey agreed with the Oakland Raiders on a five-year contract Thursday that will guarantee him at least $23.5 million. Jets RB Leon Washington a no-show amid contract dispute as players report for campCORTLAND, N.Y. — New York Jets running back Leon Washington, in a contract dispute while seeking a big raise, was a no-show as players reported Thursday for the start of the team’s first training camp under new coach Rex Ryan. Red Sox star David Ortiz acknowledges he tested positive for drugs in 2003NEW YORK — Boston Red Sox slugger David Ortiz says he was told by the baseball players’ union that he tested positive for performance-enhancing drugs in 2003. Former heavyweight champ, Olympic silver medalist Sultan Ibragimov retiresNEW YORK — Former heavyweight champion Sultan Ibragimov has decided to retire, more than a year after losing his title in a one-sided decision to Wladimir Klitschko. Person with knowledge of trade says Orioles reach agreement to send Sherrill to DodgersBALTIMORE — Looking to add a big arm to their bullpen, the NL West-leading Los Angeles Dodgers reached an agreement Thursday to acquire former All-Star closer George Sherrill from the Baltimore Orioles. Make it 29: With seven more records, Rome worlds pass Beijing as fastest meet everROME — When in Rome, throw out the record book. Brazil: Boxer Gatti’s death ruled a suicide and his wife ordered releasedRIO DE JANEIRO — Brazilian police say the death of boxer Arturo Gatti was a suicide and a court has ordered the release of his wife. Report: David Ortiz, Manny Ramirez among players who tested positive in 2003NEW YORK — David Ortiz and Manny Ramirez, the sluggers who led Boston to a pair of World Series championships, were among the more than 100 Major League Baseball players who tested positive for performance-enhancing drugs in 2003, according to a report in The New York Times. With sponsorship in doubt, Woods, Furyk praise Buick Open’s friendly feelGRAND BLANC TOWNSHIP, Mich. — Two-time champion Tiger Woods will be making his ninth appearance in the Buick Open. In the face of Buick’s plans to pull its tournament sponsorship after this year, he hopes it won’t be his last. Person familiar with deal tells AP that Seahawks sign second-round pick Unger to 4-year dealSEATTLE — The Seahawks have signed second-round draft choice Max Unger to a four-year contract that guarantees $1.95 million, a person familiar with the deal told The Associated Press. AP Interview: Olympic great says swimsuit controversy making ‘mockery’ of sportROME — When Janet Evans wakes up each morning, she heads to her computer to check out the latest from the world swimming championships. |
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