Pedro Martinez throws simulated game, taking another step toward major league returnCLEARWATER, Fla. — Pedro Martinez has taken a “really big step” forward after throwing 64 pitches over four innings in a simulated game. Pedro Martinez throws long toss, takes first step toward return to big leagues with PhilliesCLEARWATER, Fla. — Pedro Martinez is moving closer to getting back on the mound. U. of South Florida football player falls 35 feet from ride at Busch Gardens where he worked
U. of South Florida football player falls 35 feet from Busch Gardens ride, in fair conditionTAMPA, Fla. — A University of South Florida football player is recovering at a hospital after falling 35 feet from a ride while working at Busch Gardens in Tampa. Martin Truex Jr. penalized by NASCAR for rules violation at Chicagoland SpeedwayDAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — Martin Truex Jr. has been penalized by NASCAR for a rules violation during Saturday’s race at Chicagoland Speedway. Orlando Magic match offer from Dallas Mavericks to retain Marcin GortatORLANDO, Fla. — The Orlando Magic have retained backup center Marcin Gortat, matching the $34 million, five-year deal offered by the Dallas Mavericks to the restricted free agent. Marsha Evans taking over as acting commissioner of LPGA; Bivens departs under pressure
LPGA Tour schedules news conference amid uncertainty over leadershipDAYTONA, Fla. — The LPGA Tour has scheduled a news conference for Monday afternoon following a weekend of uncertainty about who will lead the organization. Stacey Allaster named WTA’s new CEO, succeeding Larry ScottST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — The WTA Tour says Stacey Allaster is its new chairman and chief executive officer. Cabrera hits tiebreaking RBI single in 4-run seventh as Oakland beats Tampa Bay 7-3ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Orlando Cabrera hit a tiebreaking RBI single in Oakland’s four-run seventh, leading the Athletics to a 7-3 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays on Sunday. Tampa Bay 1st baseman Carlos Pena replaces Boston 2nd baseman Dustin Pedroia on AL squadST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Tampa Bay first baseman Carlos Pena will replace Boston second baseman Dustin Pedroia on the American League roster for Tuesday’s game All-Star game. Tampa Bay 1st baseman Carlos Pena to replace Boston 2nd baseman Dustin Pedroia on AL squadST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Tampa Bay first baseman Carlos Pena will replace Boston second baseman Dustin Pedroia on the American League roster for Tuesday’s game All-Star game. Agbeko wins decision over Darchinyan and retains bantamweight beltSUNRISE, Fla. — Joseph Agbeko retained his International Boxing Federation bantamweight title with a unanimous decision over Vic Darchinyan on Saturday night. Davis and Kennedy hit 2-run homers, Braden goes 6 solid innings as Oakland beats Tampa BayST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Rajai Davis and Adam Kennedy each hit two-run homers in the seventh inning, and Dallas Braden gave up two runs over six innings to help the Oakland Athletics beat the Tampa Bay Rays 7-2 on Saturday night. A’s send infielder Jack Hannahan to Mariners for pitcher Justin SouzaST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — The Oakland Athletics acquired right-hander Justin Souza from the Seattle Mariners for infielder Jack Hannahan on Saturday. Jeff Niemann wins 8th game, Rays beat Oakland to extend home winning streak to 9ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Jeff Niemann pitched a seven-hitter and the Tampa Bay Rays got home runs from Carlos Pena and Evan Longoria in a 6-0 victory over the Oakland Athletics on Friday night. Family, friends remember Sahel Kazemi, who killed Steve McNair before taking her own lifeORANGE PARK, Fla. — The woman who killed Steve McNair before turning the gun on herself was buried Friday in Florida in a private ceremony with about 30 friends and family members. Lightning sign free agent goaltender Antero NiittymakiTAMPA, Fla. — The Tampa Bay Lightning have signed free agent goalie Antero Niittymaki to be the backup to starter Mike Smith. Price outpitches Halladay, Rays beat Blue Jays 3-2 for 3-game sweepST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Rookie David Price outpitched Roy Halladay, and Carlos Pena snapped a fifth-inning tie with a two-run double that helped the Tampa Bay Rays beat the slumping Toronto Blue Jays 3-2 Thursday for a three-game sweep. Thurnderstorm knocks out lights, delays Blue Jays-Rays game in seventh inningST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — The Toronto Blue Jays’ game against the Tampa Bay Rays was delayed for 20 minutes in the middle of the seventh inning by a thunderstorm that knocked out power to some of the lights at Tropicana Field. Blue Jays release former closer B.J. Ryan and reinstate current closer Scott Downs from DL
Rays’ Ben Zobrist homers, then beats Blue Jays 10-9 with ninth-inning singleST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — All-Star Ben Zobrist hit a three-run homer and had an RBI single in the bottom of the ninth inning that gave the Tampa Bay Rays a 10-9 victory over the slumping Toronto Blue Jays on Wednesday night. Blue Jays release former closer B.J. Ryan and reinstated current closer Scott Downs from DLST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — The Toronto Blue Jays have released one-time closer B.J. Ryan and activated current closer Scott Downs from the 15-day disabled list. Pat Burrell’s 11th-inning homer ends 4-game slide, lifting Rays to 3-1 win over Blue JaysST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Pat Burrell circled the bases, preparing himself for the reception brewing at home plate. The slumping Tampa Bay slugger may be off to a slow start with his new team, but he hadn’t forgotten what it was like to be engulfed by teammates after a game-winning home run. Instead of trotting into the celebration upright, he crouched low to protect himself. Rays’ Pat Burrell hit 2-run homer in 11th inning to beat Blue Jays 3-1ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Struggling slugger Pat Burrell picked an ideal time to pull out of a horrendous slump, hitting a two-run homer in the 11th inning to give the Tampa Bay Rays a 3-1 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays on Tuesday night. Former Minnesota Wild LW Stephane Veilleux signs with Tampa Bay LightningTAMPA, Fla. — Free agent forward Stephane Veilleux has signed with the Tampa Bay Lightning. Report: Players say LPGA troubles include the commissionerORLANDO, Fla. — A meeting last week of more than a dozen players has resulted in a letter sent to the LPGA Tour’s board urging that commissioner Carolyn Bivens resign, according to a published report. NASCAR driver Jeremy Mayfield not on entry list for Saturday’s Cup race in ChicagoDAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — NASCAR driver Jeremy Mayfield’s name isn’t on the entry list for Saturday’s race at Chicagoland Speedway. Last-lap wreck with Busch gives Stewart victory at DaytonaDAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — Tony Stewart led lap after lap around Daytona International Speedway, using a flawless pit-road performance to inch closer to his second win as owner of his race team. Then Kyle Busch slid outside in a last-lap bid to snatch the victory away from his former teammate. The frantic 2.5-mile chase Saturday night led to a violent wreck that sent Busch sailing into the wall while Stewart skirted by for a somber victory. Presidential visit, impromptu picnic highlight Petty’s memorable 200th win 25 years agoDAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — Twenty-five years after his final victory, Richard Petty has forgotten much about the race. Jeremy Mayfield doesn’t want to be distraction at DaytonaDAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — Jeremy Mayfield was not at Daytona International Speedway for Saturday night’s race, citing the media attention on his legal fight with NASCAR as an unnecessary distraction from the Independence Day celebration. Busch receives IV treatment following driving stint in Grand-Am raceDAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — An overheated Kyle Busch received intravenous fluids Saturday following his driving stint in the Grand-Am race, then retreated to his motorhome to rest before NASCAR’s 400-mile Sprint Cup event. Clint Bowyer gives RCR first Nationwide win of the year with victory at DaytonaDAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — Clint Bowyer’s first victory of the season gave Richard Childress Racing a much-needed boost. Earnhardt needs Daytona to be part of much-needed season turnaroundDAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — Dale Earnhardt Jr. doesn’t know when he’ll end his winless streak, or how long it will take to turn around his horrendous season. Points leader Tony Stewart awarded pole after rain washes out qualifying at DaytonaDAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — Tony Stewart will start from a familiar spot Saturday night at Daytona International Speedway. |
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TAMPA, Fla. — A University of South Florida football player was recovering at a hospital after falling 35 feet from a gondola ride while working at Busch Gardens in Tampa, team officials said.
DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. — Carolyn Bivens is out as commissioner of the LPGA Tour, and Marsha Evans will serve as acting commissioner while the organization looks for a replacement.
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — The Toronto Blue Jays have released one-time closer B.J. Ryan and activated current closer Scott Downs from the 15-day disabled list.
