Saturday’s College FootballEAST Albany, N.Y. 55, Duquesne 10 Army 16, Vanderbilt 13, OT Jason Giambi comes through again with big hit, lifting Rockies to 5-4 win over DiamondbacksDENVER — The Colorado Rockies brought Jason Giambi aboard for his big-hit capability. Jason Giambi’s pinch-hit single in the eighth lifts Rockies to 5-4 win over DiamondbacksDENVER — Jason Giambi came through in the clutch again, delivering a pinch-hit RBI single in the eighth to lift Colorado to a 5-4 win over the Arizona Diamondbacks on Friday night. Rockies 5, Diamondbacks 4
Denver Broncos get jump-start on cuts, release 9 playersENGLEWOOD, Colo. — The Denver Broncos got a head start on cuts, releasing nine players, including quarterback Ingle Martin. Denver Broncos starting to get the hang of the new defensive formationDENVER — Darrell Reid went in pursuit of pointers on how to pick off passes. Rookie Brandstater turns in solid performance in leading Broncos to 19-0 win over CardinalsDENVER — Rookie quarterback Tom Brandstater turned in a solid dress rehearsal. Next up just may be the real thing. Mets 8, Rockies 3
Wright drives in 3, Misch picks up first major league win in Mets’ 8-3 win over RockiesDENVER — David Wright drove in three runs in his second start since coming off the disabled list and the New York Mets beat the Colorado Rockies 8-3 on Thursday. Brad Penny debuts for Giants, pitches 5-hit ball over 8 shutout innings to beat Phillies 4-0PHILADELPHIA — Brad Penny moved from the wild-card race in the AL to the one in the NL. He hopes he can make the difference in San Francisco that he failed to make in Boston. Rockies closer Huston Street shut down with biceps tendinitis; unsure how long he’ll be outDENVER — Colorado Rockies closer Huston Street has biceps tendinitis in his pitching arm and is being shut down for an undetermined amount of time. Rockies 5, Mets 2
Jason Giambi’s tie-breaking single makes a winner of Jimenez as Rockies beat Mets 5-2DENVER — Jason Giambi’s pinch-hit two-run single off Brian Stokes broke an eighth-inning tie and powered the Colorado Rockies past the New York Mets 5-2 on Wednesday night. McDaniels says no deal in works for suspended MarshallENGLEWOOD, Colo. — Moving to quell rumors, Denver coach Josh McDaniels said Wednesday the team had not held any talks involving a trade of suspended Broncos wide receiver Brandon Marshall. Cole Hamels tosses 2-hitter, Ryan Howard hits RBI double to lead Phillies over Giants 1-0PHILADELPHIA — All Cole Hamels had to do to regain his dominant form was stop trying to be too perfect. Todd Helton drives in 4 runs, Rockies begin 10-game homestand with 8-3 win over MetsDENVER — Todd Helton hit a three-run homer into the smoky sky and the Colorado Rockies snapped a five-game losing streak with an 8-3 win over the New York Mets on Tuesday night. Rockies 8, Mets 3
Rockies call up Jason Giambi for his NL debut, pencil in Jose Contreras for start this weekendDENVER — Jason Giambi insists he won’t mind being a backup in a new league. Injuries to top 2 Broncos QBs put rookie Brandstater in starting lineupENGLEWOOD, Colo. — With the Denver Broncos’ top two quarterbacks sidelined by injuries, rookie Tom Brandstater will start the team’s preseason finale Thursday night against Arizona. Colorado Rockies add Giambi, 3 others to active rosterDENVER — The Colorado Rockies have added former AL MVP Jason Giambi to the active roster. Broncos reduce roster to 75 with release of Putzier, 3 othersENGLEWOOD, Colo. — Veteran tight end Jeb Putzier was among four players released Tuesday by the Denver Broncos, reducing their roster to the 75-player limit. Minivan driver intentionally hits cyclist he mistakenly thought stole his son’s bikeCOLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. — Colorado Springs police said a minivan driver intentionally hit a cyclist who he mistakenly thought had stolen his son’s bike. Police said the cyclist suffered minor leg injuries when he was hit Monday but didn’t require hospitalization. Investigators said the driver got out of the minivan and approached the cyclist, and the cyclist punched him, fearing he would be hit again. Rockies acquire right-hander Jose Contreras from White Sox for September playoff pushDENVER — The Colorado Rockies acquired right-hander Jose Contreras from the Chicago White Sox on Monday night for cash and minor leaguer Brandon Hynick. Rockies acuire Jose Contreras from White Sox for Septmeber playoff pushDENVER — The Colorado Rockies acquired right-hander Jose Contreras from the Chicago White Sox on Monday night for cash and minor leaguer Brandon Hynick. Broncos’ battered offense has work cut out both on the field and in the trainer’s roomENGLEWOOD, Colo. — The battered Broncos are running out of time and players alike. CU-CSU rivalry extended for a decade, will return to Denver starting in 2010DENVER — The football rivalry between the University of Colorado and Colorado State University has been extended for a decade and will return to Denver starting next year. Jay Cutler ignores jeers to lead Bears to 27-17 win over Broncos in his return to DenverDENVER — Heckled and harassed by a hostile crowd, Jay Cutler silenced the jeers the best way he knew how — with his powerful right arm. Bears QB Jay Cutler heckled by fans in his return to Invesco FieldDENVER — Filling up at a gas station before the game, Ryan Aloi was booed. Getting food, he was jeered. Jay Cutler shows Denver fans what they’re missing, leads Chicago Bears past Broncos 27-17DENVER — Jay Cutler got the last laugh — and now he can put Denver in his rearview mirror for good. Broncos QB Kyle Orton leaves game after cutting right index finger on a helmetDENVER — Denver Broncos quarterback Kyle Orton has been taken to the locker room after cutting his right index finger on a helmet in the second quarter against the Chicago Bears. Giants 9, Rockies 5
Renteria hits grand slam, Giants even wild-card race by beating Rockies 9-5 for 3-game sweepSAN FRANCISCO — In a matter of five days, the Colorado Rockies’ playoff push took a big hit. Baudet lifts Rapids past slumping DynamoCOMMERCE CITY, Colo. — Julien Baudet scored his first goal of the year in the 55th minute leading the Colorado Rapids to a 1-0 victory over the slumping Houston Dynamo on Sunday. Giants 5, Rockies 3
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