Franklin struggles again in the ninth as McCann’s two-run double gives Atlanta the winST. LOUIS — Brian McCann hit a two-run double in the top of the ninth and the Atlanta Braves held on to beat the St. Louis Cardinals 7-6 on Saturday afternoon. Senators send disgruntled winger Heatley to Sharks for Michalek, Cheechoo, 2nd-round pickThe San Jose Sharks made the big move that has been expected ever since their best regular season ended with a first-round playoff exit, acquiring disgruntled winger Dany Heatley from the Ottawa Senators on Saturday. Woods and Wilson, familiar foes, share the lead at Cog HillLEMONT, Ill. — Mark Wilson will be in the final pairing Saturday at the BMW Championship with Tiger Woods, a familiar foe from 17 years ago when they met in the championship match of the U.S. Junior Amateur. Braves 1, Cardinals 0
Jurrgens masterful in Braves’ 1-0 victory over CardinalsST. LOUIS — Jair Jurrgens worked eight scoreless innings, overcoming another light offensive showing behind him in the Atlanta Braves’ 1-0 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals on Friday night. DeSouza’s double-double helps Dream clinch playoff berth with 88-64 drubbing of SunATLANTA — Erika DeSouza had 15 points and 15 rebounds to help the Atlanta Dream clinch a playoff berth with a 88-64 win over the Connecticut Sun on Friday night. Woods and Wilson, both at home at Cog Hill, share the leadLEMONT, Ill. — Tiger Woods and Mark Wilson were in a tie for the lead Friday at the BMW Championship, two players who have every reason to feel right at home at Cog Hill. Dodge will move on with Penske after Petty decision to move to FordsRICHMOND, Va. — The head of Dodge Motorsports on Friday called Richard Petty’s defection a “business decision” that won’t affect the manufacturer’s participation in NASCAR. Scott Blair’s 36-yard FG with 57 seconds left saves No. 15 Georgia Tech from Clemson, 30-27ATLANTA — Georgia Tech learned a valuable lesson without having to take a devastating loss. Young Falcons defense bracing for test against Dolphins’ running attack in season openerFLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — The Atlanta Falcons traded experience for youth when they rebuilt their defense. Braves 9, Astros 7
Atlanta offense busts out in 9-7 win over Oswalt, HoustonHOUSTON — Garret Anderson drove in three runs, Nate McLouth homered and the Atlanta Braves broke out of their offensive slump with a 9-7 win over Roy Oswalt and the Houston Astros on Thursday night. No. 15 Georgia Tech blows big lead, then rallies to beat Clemson 30-27 with thrilling finishATLANTA — Scott Blair had never thrown a touchdown pass. Scratch that one off the list. Nolan scores 34 points to lead Shock back to playoffs with 94-87 OT win against LibertyAUBURN HILLS, Mich. — Deanna Nolan scored 34 points to lead Detroit to a 94-87 victory over the New York Liberty on Thursday night, helping the defending champion Shock clinch a playoff spot. Nolan scores 34 points to lead Shock to verge of playoffs with 94-87 OT win against LibertyAUBURN HILLS, Mich. — Deanna Nolan scored 34 points to lead Detroit to a 94-87 victory over the New York Liberty on Thursday night, moving the defending champion Shock on the verge of clinching a playoff spot. Welcome to the big time, Mel: Oudin signed endorsement deal before US Open lossNEW YORK — So here is what 17-year-old Melanie Oudin of Marietta, Ga., was doing about 20 minutes before heading out to play in the first Grand Slam quarterfinal of her nascent career: affixing her signature to an endorsement contract. Cardinals Pro Bowler Anquan Boldin sits out most of practice with hamstring injuryTEMPE, Ariz. — Arizona wide receiver Anquan Boldin briefly tested his sore hamstring on Thursday, then watched the rest of practice. Pigskins and swine flu: College football teams using prevent defense on virusNEW YORK — Helmets and shoulder pads — and hand sanitizer. Richard Petty Motorsports to merge with Yates and switch from Dodge to Ford in 2010STATESVILLE, N.C. — Richard Petty Motorsports and Yates Racing plan to merge in 2010, with the four-car team running Fords under the RPM banner. Jim Mora’s latest cleanup job: Returning to lead hometown Seahawks back to top of NFC WestSEATTLE — Jim Mora spent part of his youth in suburban Seattle cleaning the visiting locker room when he worked as an attendant at the old Kingdome. As NFL kicks off new season, Steelers can avenge the Terrible Towel stomp against TitansWith a record sixth Lombardi Trophy in their possession, the Steelers carry the biggest of targets on their black-and-gold jerseys this season. Yet it’s Mike Tomlin’s champions — and all of Pittsburgh, for that matter — looking to settle a score in the NFL season’s opener Thursday night. Seahawks counting on ‘Big Play Babs’ to be just that in revamped secondaryRENTON, Wash. — Good thing Jordan Babineaux relishes the nickname bestowed upon him by Seattle teammates four years ago. Astros 2, Braves 1
Steelers can avenge the Terrible Towel stomp against TitansWith a record sixth Lombardi Trophy in their possession, the Steelers carry the biggest of targets on their black-and-gold jerseys this season. Yet it’s Mike Tomlin’s champions — and all of Pittsburgh, for that matter — looking to settle a score in the NFL season’s opener Thursday night. Miguel Tejada’s 2-run single in bottom of 9th leads Astros to 2-1 win over BravesHOUSTON — Miguel Tejada’s two-run single with the bases loaded in the bottom of the ninth inning gave the Houston Astros a 2-1 victory over the Atlanta Braves on Wednesday night. NFL 2009: Pioli, Haley reshaping Kansas City Chiefs in the Parcells/Belichick imageKANSAS CITY, Mo. — In the 50-year history of the Kansas City Chiefs, there may never have been a time when it was tougher to play for the team. Former NFL linebacker Dwayne Rudd pleads guilty to failure to pay $540,000 in child supportNASHVILLE, Tenn. — Former NFL linebacker Dwayne Rudd has pleaded guilty to failing to pay more than $540,000 in child support. NFL 2009: Raiders counting on QB JaMarcus Russell to emerge as team leader in year 3OAKLAND, Calif. — The days of babying JaMarcus Russell on his journey from No. 1 overall pick to NFL franchise quarterback have ended for the Oakland Raiders. Iverson tweets he’s going to Memphis; reported agreement to 1-year dealMEMPHIS, Tenn. — Allen Iverson will be a fan attraction for the Memphis Grizzlies — from the very beginning. Lidge on a ledge: Phillies reliever’s role uncertain after rough 9th in 5-3 win over NationalsWASHINGTON — The Philadelphia Phillies have four 30-homer hitters for the first time and a revitalized Pedro Martinez. NFL Standings
LaRoche, McLouth homer, Braves end skid with 2-1 win over HoustonuHOUSTON — Javier Vazquez struck out nine in seven shutout innings and the Atlanta Braves snapped a five-game losing skid with a 2-1 win over the Houston Astros on Tuesday night. Braves 2, Astros 1
Cubs tie major-league record with 8 straight hits to begin game, beat Pirates 9-4PITTSBURGH — Aramis Ramirez, Geovany Soto and Kosuke Fukudome had two-run hits in a record-tying first inning and the Chicago Cubs handed the hapless Pittsburgh Pirates their 11th loss in 12 games, 9-4 on Tuesday night. Tressel on Pryor: ‘Not a more compassionate human being in the world than Terrelle’COLUMBUS, Ohio — Ohio State coach Jim Tressel said Tuesday that quarterback Terrelle Pryor included a tribute to Michael Vick on his face during the Buckeyes’ opener because “there’s probably not a more compassionate human being in the world than Terrelle.” |
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