Vikings, and their fans, look to move on after getting rejected by FavreMANKATO, Minn. — As June turned into July, Chris Brustuen was convinced. Brett Favre was definitely coming to play for his favorite team, the Minnesota Vikings. Persistence pays off: White Sox land Peavy with second pitch, Boston adds MartinezJake Peavy said yes to the Chicago White Sox, and Victor Martinez will take aim at the Green Monster. Roy Halladay, however, stayed put in Toronto. Yankees get versatile INF Jerry Hairston Jr. from RedsCINCINNATI — The New York Yankees acquired infielder Jerry Hairston Jr. from the Cincinnati Reds on Friday, giving them a versatile player who has appeared at six positions this season. Rain wipes out NASCAR Cup qualifying at Pocono; pole goes to points leader Tony StewartLONG POND, Pa. — Tony Stewart won at Pocono Raceway this season from the rear of the field. He gets to try it this time from the pole. 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. Football stars bid for Ronaldo’s 4.5 million “Gold Trafford”CHESTER - Numerous football stars have come forward in a new bidding war, bid for a staggering 4.5 million pounds seven-bedroom mansion at Chester county, which belongs to former Man U footballer Cristiano Ronaldo. Sandoval’s homer into water helps lead Giants past Phillies 7-2SAN FRANCISCO — Pablo Sandoval splashed a solo home run into McCovey Cove on the 50th anniversary of Hall of Famer Willie McCovey’s debut with the Giants and San Francisco beat the Philadelphia Phillies 7-2 on Thursday night for their fourth straight win. Cubs boost bullpen by acquiring Grabow, Gorzelanny from Pirates for Hart, 2 othersCHICAGO — The Chicago Cubs landed a new left-hander for their bullpen, acquiring John Grabow from the busy Pittsburgh Pirates in a five-player trade Thursday. After drug report, David Ortiz hits 3-run homer to lead Red Sox over Oakland 8-5BOSTON — David Ortiz’s teammates rose up to greet him when he returned to the dugout following his go-ahead homer, then promised to stand behind him after he was linked to performance-enhancing drugs. Venable sets career high with four RBI to lead Padres to 7-4 win over RedsCINCINNATI — Rookie Will Venable hit a three-run homer to help Tim Stauffer earn his first win in almost three years and the San Diego Padres romped to a 7-4 win over the reeling Cincinnati Reds on Thursday. Upton, Snyder homer to lead Diamondbacks past Phils 4-0.PHOENIX — A jolt went through the Philadelphia Phillies clubhouse when the club announced it had traded for Cliff Lee, the reigning AL Cy Young Award winner. Josh Johnson homers, pitches Florida Marlins past Atlanta Braves 6-3MIAMI — Josh Johnson’s bat was just as potent as his pitching. Moving in, and moving on: Vikings get settled at training camp toting high hopes, but no FavreMANKATO, Minn. — Once again, Brett Favre ran away from a Minnesota rush. AUTO RACING PACKAGE: Hamlin, JGR trying to gain on Hendrick as race to Chase winds downScan the top of the NASCAR standings, and Denny Hamlin is there, same as always. Clarke convinced Johnson will make a comebackWARWICKSHIRE - Australian vice-captain Michael Clarke is convinced that left arm fast bowler Mitchell Johnson will make a telling comeback during the ongoing Ashes series. Hamels shines as Phillies hold off Diamondbacks 4-3PHOENIX — Cole Hamels gave up a home run to the second man he faced — Ryan Roberts, who has three career homers. Buehrle sets ML record with 45 straight retired, but unravels in Chicago’s 5-3 loss to TwinsMINNEAPOLIS — As Mark Buehrle breezed through the first five innings against the Minnesota Twins, the Chicago White Sox ace felt even better than he did during his perfect game the last time he took the mound. Moyer and Howard lead Phillies to 6-2 victory over DiamondbacksPHOENIX — Jamie Moyer pitched 6 2-3 shutout innings, Ryan Howard hit a two-run homer and the Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Arizona Diamondbacks 6-2 on Monday night. 2-time NBA MVP Steve Nash signs 2-year, $22 million extension with SunsPHOENIX — Steve Nash thought about leaving the Phoenix Suns after this season. Spokes, grapes and pioneer history: Cycling Missouri’s Katy Trail, one sip at a timeHERMANN, Mo. — The 19th century German settlers who saw visions of the Rhineland in the rolling Missouri hills likely didn’t anticipate the more modern voyagers who flock to these parts: Spandex-wearing, energy-bar-chowing cyclists lured by a 236-mile rails-to-trails path — the nation’s longest. Kyle Busch, Denny Hamlin have miserable day as Joe Gibbs Racing stars struggle at IndyINDIANAPOLIS — Kyle Busch kept his temper. Rookie RHP Anthony Swarzak shuts down Angels, leads Twins to streak-snapping 10-1 winANAHEIM, Calif. — Justin Morneau hit two homers, rookie Anthony Swarzak shut down the Angels’ potent lineup with 6 2-3 strong innings, and the Minnesota Twins ended Los Angeles’ eight-game winning streak with a 10-1 victory Sunday. Johnson wins Brickyard for 3rd time in 4 years after Montoya penalty blows race openINDIANAPOLIS — Jimmie Johnson cashed in on the most expensive speeding ticket in NASCAR history, grabbing an improbable third victory at Indianapolis Motor Speedway when a penalty to Juan Pablo Montoya blew the race wide open. Utley, Howard, Rollins, Ibanez all go deep, lift Phillies to 9-2 win over CardinalsPHILADELPHIA — Chase Utley, Ryan Howard, Jimmy Rollins and Raul Ibanez all hit two-run home runs to lead the Philadelphia Phillies to a 9-2 win over the St. Louis Cardinals on Sunday. Hochevar strikes out career-high 13, Soria closes out Royals’ 6-3 win over TexasKANSAS CITY, Mo. — Luke Hochevar struck out a career-high 13 in seven innings and closer Joakim Soria earned a rare six-out save, helping the Kansas City Royals end a 10-game losing streak with a 6-3 win over the Texas Rangers on Saturday night. Harvick looking at ‘week-to-week’ issues at RCR and not talking about long-term futureINDIANAPOLIS — Kevin Harvick did not discuss his future with Richard Childress Racing, instead he answered questions about his status by shifting focus to his preparation at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Golden oldie: Martin’s fairy tale season now includes pole at IndianapolisINDIANAPOLIS — So excited for last year’s race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Mark Martin predicted victory six weeks before the event. Latos gets first win, Rodriguez has 3 RBIs, Padres beat Nationals 6-2 to end skid at 5WASHINGTON — Rookie Mat Latos pitched into the sixth inning to notch his first career victory, light-hitting Luis Rodriguez homered and matched a career high with three RBIs and the San Diego Padres snapped their five-game skid with a 6-2 win over the Washington Nationals on Friday night. All-Star Zach Duke pitches Pirates past Diamondbacks 10-3, Jones homers againPHOENIX — Zach Duke won for the first time in a month and rookie Garrett Jones hit his major league-best 10th homer in July, leading the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 10-3 victory over the Arizona Diamondbacks on Friday night. Matt Holliday gets 4 hits in Cardinals’ debut, an 8-1 win over PhilliesPHILADELPHIA — Matt Holliday looked more like a pesky leadoff hitter than a slugger in his St. Louis debut. Latos gets first win, Rodriguez has three RBIs, Padres beat Nationals 6-2 to end skid at fiveWASHINGTON — Rookie Mat Latos pitched into the sixth inning to notch his first career victory, light-hitting Luis Rodriguez homered and matched a career high with three RBIs and the San Diego Padres snapped their five-game skid with a 6-2 win over the Washington Nationals on Friday night. BFFs? Kurt Busch says he and Johnson will hug it out after Chicago scrapINDIANAPOLIS — Kurt Busch has an excuse for why it took so long for he and Jimmie Johnson to patch things up after a dustup at Chicago two weeks ago: bad cell service. Kyle Busch hoping for better attitude, finish at Indy following Chicago meltdownINDIANAPOLIS — It wasn’t, Kyle Busch admits, the best way to rally the team. Arizona’s Miguel Montero has big hit in five-run seventh of 11-4 winners over PiratesPHOENIX — Miguel Montero doubled in the go-ahead run in a five-run seventh and pinch-hitter Chad Tracy capped the inning with a three-run home run, leading the Arizona Diamondbacks to an 11-4 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Thursday night. Hamels goes seven, Phillies beat Padres 9-4 for 15th win in 17 gamesPHILADELPHIA — Cole Hamels pitched seven effective innings, Jayson Werth and Pedro Feliz had three hits apiece and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the San Diego Padres 9-4 in a makeup game Thursday night. |
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