Rangers activate OF Andruw Jones before doubleheader in ClevelandCLEVELAND — The Texas Rangers activated outfielder Andruw Jones from the 15-day disabled list ahead of a doubleheader Tuesday against the Cleveland Indians. Cast aside last month, former aces Penny, Padilla, Smoltz & Contreras flash old form in NLA few weeks ago, they were cast off and washed up. Brad Penny, Jose Contreras, John Smoltz and Vicente Padilla, totally available to any team that wanted them. Jobless no more: Lawyer Milloy comes home to fix Seahawks’ pass defenseRENTON, Wash. — No more lounging at home. No more taking his wife on dates whenever they wanted to go. Lawyer Milloy has finally found work. Stewart’s solo homer in 8th sends Rockies to 4-3 win over RedsDENVER — Ian Stewart broke a tiebreaking home run in the eighth inning, lifting the Colorado Rockies over Cincinnati 4-3 Monday and ending the Reds’ seven-game winning streak. Bears CB Tillman practices for first time since back surgeryLAKE FOREST, Ill. — Cornerback Charles Tillman practiced for the first time after undergoing back surgery and hopes to be ready for the Chicago Bears’ season opener at Green Bay. Dolphins’ defense faces big challenge at Atlanta, looks to newcomers to shine in Week 1DAVIE, Fla. — Sean Smith peered into the group of reporters interviewing his mentor Will Allen in the locker room Monday, one towel wrapped around the rookie’s waist, another draped over his right shoulder, still dripping wet from the shower. In The Pits: Somehow, some way, Danica Patrick will leave IndyCars in the dust for NASCARCHARLOTTE, N.C. — It doesn’t take a rocket scientist to figure out Danica Patrick plans to give NASCAR a try. Grizzlies owner, staff meet with Allen Iverson as sides move closer to completing dealMEMPHIS, Tenn. — The owner of the Memphis Grizzlies and the team’s staff met with Allen Iverson on Monday, moving closer to a deal bringing the veteran guard to a young team. AP Interview: Sebastian Coe says bid race for 2016 Olympics even closer than 2012 contestLONDON — Take it from a man who should know: The race for the 2016 Olympics is as close as can be. On to Richmond: Kahne pulls away for Chase-enhancing win in Atlanta after fortunate yellowHAMPTON, Ga. — Four guys are in the Chase for the Championship. Ten others are sweating it out. Seahawks make official the signing of veteran S Lawyer Milloy to a 1-year contractRENTON, Wash. — The Seattle Seahawks signed safety Lawyer Milloy to a one-year contract on Sunday, bringing the veteran back to the area where he grew up. Kahne passes Harvick after final restart, pulls away to big win at AtlantaHAMPTON, Ga. — Kasey Kahne was clinging to his spot in the race for the Chase. He can breathe a little easier now. Kevin Kouzmanoff drives in 3 runs, Adrian Gonzalez homers in Padres’ 4-3 win over DodgersLOS ANGELES — Adrian Gonzalez and Heath Bell can only do so much for the San Diego Padres. Georgia freshman DL Pugh tests positive for swine flu; Cox negativeATLANTA — Georgia defensive tackle Makiri Pugh has tested positive for swine flu. Georgia Tech coach Paul Johnson still moaning about lack of intensity in opening winATLANTA — Georgia Tech coach Paul Johnson was still moaning Sunday. New Broncos DE Vonnie Holliday says he had hurt knee during free agency but is healthy nowENGLEWOOD, Colo. — Defensive end Vonnie Holliday, who joined the Denver Broncos on Sunday for his first workout with his new team, says an injured knee is what prevented him from signing a contract this spring. No. 13 Georgia loses LT Trinton Sturdivant for second straight season to knee injuryATLANTA — Only one game into the season, Georgia coach Mark Richt faces the too-familiar task of replacing a starter on his offensive line. Smith’s big day helps Rockies overcome Young’s 3 HRs, Colorado beat D-Backs 13-5DENVER — Chris Young hit three home runs for Arizona, but Seth Smith homered twice and drove in a career-high five runs as the Colorado Rockies completed a three-game sweep with a 13-5 romp Sunday. Bama looks bound for another run at national title after impressive showing against Va. TechATLANTA — Nick Saban had plenty of reasons to scold his players. The turnovers. The silly penalties. The kickoff that was returned 98 yards for a touchdown. Owings gets win after getting drilled in head in surging Cincinnati’s 4-2 victory over AtlantaATLANTA — Micah Owings walked off the field after getting beaned with the bases loaded in the 12th inning and the Cincinnati Reds beat the Atlanta Braves 4-2 on Sunday for their seventh consecutive win. Reds 4, Braves 2, 12 innings
Reds’ Owings walks off field after fastball hits left side of his helmetATLANTA — Cincinnati reliever Micah Owings was hit in the helmet by a pitch from Atlanta’s Kenshin Kawakami, and walked off the field in the 12th inning Sunday. Toronto rookie Ruiz hits RBI single, later beaned in 8-run burst during 14-8 win over YankeesTORONTO — On a day of miscues and muffed plays, one scary moment stood out. Bonner’s 20 points help Mercury beat Dream 100-82, clinch No. 1 seed in Western ConferencePHOENIX — DeWanna Bonner had 20 points and seven rebounds to help the Phoenix Mercury clinch the Western Conference’s regular-season title with a 100-82 victory over the Atlanta Dream on Saturday night. Mike Skinner pulls away after late restart for Trucks victory in IowaNEWTON, Iowa — Mike Skinner was headed for certain victory when he glanced at his truck’s fuel pressure gauge and gasped. Alabama overcomes mistakes, Beamer Ball to pull away from Hokies in 4th quarter for 34-24 winATLANTA — “Sweet Home Alabama” blared from the speakers at the Georgia Dome. The Crimson Tide felt right at home. Top-ranked Gators open much-anticipated season with 62-3 victory over Charleston SouthernGAINESVILLE, Fla. — Tim Tebow’s most memorable moment Saturday came long before the 90,000-plus arrived at The Swamp. Silver Stars’ Johnson scores 27 points on 11-for-14 shooting in 89-72 victory over SparksSAN ANTONIO — Vickie Johnson made 11 of 14 shots and tied her career high with 27 points to lead the San Antonio Silver Stars to an 89-72 victory over the Los Angeles Sparks on Saturday night. Votto hits homer and Wells allows 1 hit in 6 innings in Cincinnati’s 3-1 winATLANTA — Joey Votto hit a two-run homer and Kip Wells pitched six innings of one-hit ball to win his first game in more than 16 months and the Cincinnati Reds beat the Atlanta Braves 3-1 Saturday night for their season-high sixth straight win. Kevin Harvick leads 150 laps, passes Dale Earnhardt Jr. late to win Nationwide race in AtlantaHAMPTON, Ga. — Dale Earnhardt Jr. won a late gamble on gas, but that wasn’t enough to overcome Kevin Harvick’s dominance. Seahawks cut S Brian Russell, keep K Olindo Mare; CB Marcus Trufant to miss first 6 gamesSEATTLE — Cornerback Marcus Trufant will miss the first six games for the Seahawks. And veteran safety Brian Russell is gone, about to be replaced by 35-year-old Lawyer Milloy. Martin Truex Jr. wins pole for Pep Boys Auto 500; Kasey Kahne qualifies secondHAMPTON, Ga. — Martin Truex Jr. won his first pole at Atlanta Motor Speedway on Saturday, just in time for the track’s first scheduled race entirely under the lights. Jonathan Dwyer scores twice in No. 15 Yellow Jackets’ 37-17 win over Jacksonville StateATLANTA — Jonathan Dwyer ran for two touchdowns, and No. 15 Georgia Tech had 335 yards rushing in a 37-17 victory over Jacksonville State on Saturday. While Stewart and others can look ahead to Chase, others are worried about just getting inHAMPTON, Ga. — Tony Stewart can take it easy the next couple of weekends. Same for Jimmie Johnson and Jeff Gordon. Surveillance footage could lead to clues in theft of Denny Hamlin’s car from drivewayCORNELIUS, N.C. — Police have released surveillance footage from a security camera at Denny Hamlin’s home in hopes it will lend clues about the theft of a luxury car from the NASCAR star’s driveway. |
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