Cuddyer’s homer in 8th lifts Twins to 5-4 win over Royals; Twins keep pressure on TigersMINNEAPOLIS — Nick Punto’s voice was hoarse and he strained to describe how the Minnesota Twins have rallied from seven games down in less than a month to push the AL Central race to the final day. Golden State loses forward Wright to left shoulder injuryOAKLAND, Calif. — Golden State Warriors forward Brandan Wright injured his shooting shoulder during practice Friday and could miss extended time. IOC president Jacques Rogge says sports has no place for ‘win-at-all-cost’ mentalityCOPENHAGEN — Now that the 2016 Games have been awarded, International Olympic Committee president Jacques Rogge has set his sights on cheaters. Jimenez sharp, Rockies beat LA 4-3 to cut Dodgers’ lead in NL West to 1 gameLOS ANGELES — The surging Colorado Rockies are poised to pull off an improbable finish. McCutchen earns first major league win, pitches Pirates past Reds 3-1CINCINNATI — Rookie Daniel McCutchen needed six starts and big assists from Lastings Milledge’s bat and glove to break into the win column. Rookie Taj Gibson scores 19 points, Bulls beat Pacers 104-95 in preseason openerINDIANAPOLIS — Rookie Taj Gibson had 19 points and nine rebounds to help the Chicago Bulls beat the Indiana Pacers 104-95 on Friday night in the second preseason game for the NBA’s replacement officials. Broncos guard Ben Hamilton listed as doubtful for game against Cowboys on SundayENGLEWOOD, Colo. — The Denver Broncos are dinged up on the offensive line as left guard Ben Hamilton is listed as doubtful with a hamstring injury. NFLPA forms concussion and traumatic brain injury committeeWASHINGTON — The NFL Players Association has formed a committee to address the issue of head trauma among players. QB Matt Hasselbeck ‘very doubtful,’ Walter Jones all but out for Seahawks’ game at IndyRENTON, Wash. — The wounded Seahawks’ date with Peyton Manning and the undefeated Indianapolis Colts is one of the most daunting challenges in Jim Mora’s four seasons as an NFL head man. AL Central-leading Tigers have work to do after splitting series with Twins
Panthers sign veteran defensive tackle Hollis Thomas, release rookie Ra’Shon HarrisCHARLOTTE, N.C. — Hollis Thomas, Carolina’s latest attempt to fill its giant hole at defensive tackle, had just finished his first practice with the Panthers Thursday when he was asked what he would bring to his new team. Lester sharp in start following injury, Red Sox beat Indians 3-0BOSTON — Jon Lester showed no ill effects from his injury last week and was splendid in a final tuneup for the playoffs, pitching into the seventh inning and leading the Boston Red Sox to a 3-0 win over the Cleveland Indians on Thursday night. 49ers look to rookie Glen Coffee while Gore recovers from ankle injurySANTA CLARA, Calif. — The San Francisco 49ers are putting their offense in the hands of rookie running back Glen Coffee. Matt Hasselbeck misses another practice, still unlikely to play vs. ColtsRENTON, Wash. — Matt Hasselbeck has missed yet another practice for the Seahawks. He remains likely to miss a second consecutive game Sunday at Indianapolis. NY Giants safety Kenny Phillips has microfracture surgery on left kneeEAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — New York Giants safety Kenny Phillips has had microfracture surgery on his left knee and will have to wait about five months before he can start to run. Rangers seek success with Tortorella and Gaborik entering New York mix
Ace pitcher Chris Carpenter hits grand slam, drives in 6 for Cardinals in 13-0 rout of RedsCINCINNATI — Ace pitcher Chris Carpenter hit a grand slam and drove in six runs, getting the St. Louis Cardinals back on track with his arm and bat in a 13-0 rout of the Cincinnati Reds on Thursday. Stars aligned with Crawford? Dallas and its new coach out to prove last season was aberrationDALLAS — Marc Crawford wants to show that his last coaching stop was an aberration. Challenge as tall as Mount Rainier: Seahawks don’t expect Hasselbeck, Jones to face ColtsRENTON, Wash. — When Jim Mora climbed Mount Rainier this summer as though it were a neighborhood knoll, he stood on the rugged peak looking to scale even more mountain. Griffey hits 3-run homer, Brandon Morrow allows 1 hit over 8 innings as Mariners beat A’s 7-0SEATTLE — Ken Griffey Jr. hit a three-run homer and Brandon Morrow allowed one hit over eight impressive innings, sending the Seattle Mariners to a 7-0 victory over the Oakland Athletics on Wednesday night. Five Angels pitchers combine for 1-hitter in 5-0 victory over RangersANAHEIM, Calif. — Matt Palmer combined with four relievers on a one-hitter and the Los Angeles Angels tied a club record for most runs in a season with a 5-0 victory over the Texas Rangers on Wednesday night. Shields’ solid start, 3-run homer by Zobrist helps Rays extend Baltimore’s slide to 13 gamesST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — James Shields carried a shutout into the eighth inning, Ben Zobrist hit a three-run homer and the Tampa Bay Rays extended the Baltimore Orioles’ losing streak to 13 games with a 5-3 victory on Wednesday night. Going, not gone: Indians fire manager Eric Wedge; he’ll stay on for end of seasonCLEVELAND — Eric Wedge lost his job and kept his uniform. Knicks’ Curry out 3-5 days with torn calf muscleSARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. — Knicks center Eddy Curry will have blood drained from a torn right calf muscle and is expected to miss three to five days. Born to run: New commitment to ground game paying off in big way, even with RBs injuredIRVING, Texas — Imagine how many yards the Dallas Cowboys would be running for if they could keep their running backs healthy. LT back at practice for first time since spraining right ankle in season openerSAN DIEGO — LaDainian Tomlinson was back at practice Wednesday for the first time since spraining his right ankle in the season opener, an encouraging sign for a San Diego Chargers team that has struggled to run the ball. Cowboys LT Flozell Adams fined for the third time in 3 gamesIRVING, Texas — Cowboys left tackle Flozell Adams was fined by the NFL for the third straight week, the latest for kicking at Carolina defensive end Julius Peppers. McFadden has hard time getting past last week’s fumbles for RaidersALAMEDA, Calif. — Darren McFadden has been haunted by his performance in last week’s loss to the Denver Broncos, reliving every detail of his three fumbles that helped contribute to Oakland’s 23-3 defeat. San Francisco could be relying on Davis’ playmaking even more with Gore hurtSANTA CLARA, Calif. — Vernon Davis declared from Day 1 this season that he could be a key playmaker. ‘It’s Chad Henne’s turn’ _ Dolphins’ 2nd-year QB takes reins from injured PenningtonDAVIE, Fla. — The Miami Dolphins’ new starting quarterback held the ball to his ear, spotted his target 25 yards downfield and threw a tight spiral on a line that hit Ted Ginn Jr. in full stride over the middle. Giants backup halfback Ahmad Bradshaw has sprained foot and ankleEAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — The banged-up New York Giants have another injury to worry about. Miami QB Chad Pennington to undergo shoulder surgery, waits regarding decision on futureDAVIE, Fla. — Chad Pennington says he’ll undergo surgery soon to repair his season-ending shoulder injury, and he’ll start rehabilitation before deciding whether to retire or continue his NFL career. FANTASY FOOTBALL: Will Portis ever get going, provide decent fantasy stats?If you have Clinton Portis on your fantasy football team, you’re probably feeling a little paranoid right now. Raiders bring back kick returner Justin Miller, place CB John Bowie on injured reserveALAMEDA, Calif. — The Oakland Raiders brought back kick returner Justin Miller and placed defensive back John Bowie on injured reserve with a knee injury. Seahawks don’t expect Hasselbeck or Jones to play against ColtsRENTON, Wash. — The Seahawks are planning to be without quarterback Matt Hasselbeck and best blocker Walter Jones again on Sunday. |
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