Bond denied for 3rd suspect in killing of former boxing champion Vernon ForrestATLANTA — A judge has denied bond for a 30-year-old man charged in the killing of ex-boxing champion Vernon Forrest. 3rd man charged in Atlanta robbery and killing of former boxing champion Vernon ForrestATLANTA — A 30-year-old man who authorities say was wearing a wig when he was arrested was charged Wednesday night in the robbery and shooting death of ex-boxing champion Vernon Forrest. Adam LaRoche hits 2 homers, surging Braves edge Nationals 6-2 for fifth straight win
Nationals rookie Jordan Zimmermann to have major elbow surgery next weekATLANTA — Nationals rookie right-hander Jordan Zimmermann will have reconstructive elbow surgery and is expected to miss at least a year. Braves’ Jones starts, INF Omar Infante activated from DL after recovering from broken handATLANTA — Chipper Jones returned to Atlanta’s lineup Tuesday night and the Braves also activated infielder Omar Infante from the disabled list. Nationals still awaiting definitive word on Zimmermann’s elbowATLANTA — The Washington Nationals are still waiting for a final diagnosis on rookie pitcher Jordan Zimmermann, who likely will need major elbow surgery. Braves activate INF Omar Infante from DL after 2½-month recovery from broken handATLANTA — The Braves have activated infielder Omar Infante from the disabled list and put him in the starting lineup for the opener of a two-game series against the Washington Nationals. Vick urges low-income youths in suburban Atlanta to avoid tragic trail left by dogfightingDECATUR, Ga. —Michael Vick returned to the area that once celebrated his brilliant play on the football field, this time for the first of what he hopes will be dozens of appearances around the country to urge low-income youths to avoid the tragic trail left by dogfighting. Former NFL quarterback Vick discusses violent dogs with inner-city youthDECATUR, Ga. —Michael Vick has arrived at a suburban Atlanta community center to talk to inner-city youths about how to deal with potentially violent dogs. Falcons’ offensive focus turns to other targets as White skips 11th practiceSNELLVILLE, Ga. — Quarterback Matt Ryan doesn’t know how the Atlanta Falcons will be without Roddy White, so he used a scrimmage Friday night to work with other receivers. Golf CapsulesATLANTA — Winning the $10 million for the FedEx Cup remains a long shot for Kenny Perry. Winning the Tour Championship became a far greater possibility Saturday after his 6-under 64 gave him a two-shot lead over Tiger Woods. Hawks keep playoff team core together by re-signing forward Marvin WilliamsATLANTA — The Atlanta Hawks re-signed forward Marvin Williams on Friday, their last bit of unfinished offseason business. Packers’ top running back Ryan Grant has moved past a tough 2008 season, ready to go
Falcons’ receiver Harry Douglas suffers season-ending knee injury during drillFLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. — The Atlanta Falcons’ depth chart at wide receiver doesn’t look much like coach Mike Smith planned. Suspect in killing of boxer Vernon Forrest in Atlanta waives jailhouse hearingATLANTA — The man police say was the getaway driver after former championship boxer Vernon Forrest was shot to death has waived his first court appearance in Atlanta. Preseason NFL Standings
Atlanta police charge man for death of ex-boxing champ Vernon Forrest
Hundreds remember boxer slain in Atlanta as a soft-spoken champion, in and out of the ringATLANTA — Three-time boxing champion Vernon Forrest was remembered Monday by some 1,500 friends, family and fellow athletes as a soft-spoken, modest competitor defined more by his work helping others than his victories in the ring. New Atlanta duo Gonzalez, Ryan impressed with each other’s intuition, playmaking abilities
Matt Kemp has 5 RBI, Chad Billingsley dominates before injury as Dodgers beat Braves 9-1
Matt Kemp drives in 5 runs, Billingsley dominates before injury as Dodgers beat Braves 9-1ATLANTA — Matt Kemp homered and matched a career high with five RBIs to lead the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 9-1 win over the Atlanta Braves on Sunday night. Dodgers 3B Casey Blake held out of lineup against Braves with sore left hand
Holdsclaw scores 18 points to rally Dream to 89-83 victory over struggling LibertyATLANTA — Chamique Holdsclaw scored 12 of her 18 points in the second half as the Atlanta Dream spoiled Anne Donovan ATLANTA — Derek Lowe pitched six innings in his first game against Los Angeles since he signed with Atlanta in the offseason, leading the Braves to a 4-3 victory over the Dodgers on Saturday. 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. Jason Schmidt, 3 relievers combine on 3-hitter, Dodgers beat Braves 5-0ATLANTA — Jason Schmidt gave up one hit in his longest start in more than two years, Andre Ethier hit a homer and drove in four runs and the Los Angeles Dodgers beat the Atlanta Braves 5-0 on Friday night. Braves’ Tim Hudson suffers mild groin strain before injury rehab startLAWRENCEVILLE, Ga. — Tim Hudson’s comeback has suffered a setback. Braves reacquire Adam LaRoche, send Casey Kotchman to Red Sox in swap of first basemenATLANTA — The Boston Red Sox traded recently acquired Adam LaRoche to the Atlanta Braves for Casey Kotchman in a swap of first basemen on Friday. Red Sox pull off another big deadline deal, trade for Indians’ All-Star Victor MartinezCLEVELAND — His No. 41 jersey hanging a few feet away, Victor Martinez sat stunned in front of his locker in Cleveland’s clubhouse — for the last time. He squeezed his young son to his chest and wiped tears from both of their faces. Judge: Creditors can vote on new Vick bankruptcy plan, which offers them a bigger cutNEWPORT NEWS, Va. — A Virginia judge says Michael Vick’s revised bankruptcy plan can be sent to creditors for a vote. New York Liberty coach Pat Coyle fired; Anne Donovan hired as interim coachNEW YORK — The New York Liberty nearly reached the WNBA finals last year. Halfway through this season they’re not even close to .500. Falcons set for training camp after signing first-round pick Peria JerryATLANTA — The Atlanta Falcons have signed first-round draft pick Peria (Per-Ray) Jerry to a five-year contract. Judge to consider Vick’s revised bankruptcy plan, which offers creditors bigger cutNEWPORT NEWS, Va. — Michael Vick is again seeking approval of his Chapter 11 bankruptcy plan to repay creditors. De La Rosa has solid outing as Rockies beat New York Mets 4-2 to earn doubleheader splitNEW YORK — For Johan Santana, it was just another outstanding July. To Jorge De La Rosa, it was a second straight month to remember. Brian McCann’s 3-run HR in 10th lifts Braves to 6-3 win over MarlinsMIAMI — One swing by Brian McCann kept the Atlanta Braves from being swept and let them keep talking about a possible postseason appearance. |