T-ball to semi-pro, local sports teams are marketing opportunities for small businessesNEW YORK — On football and soccer fields across the nation, small business owners are taking advantage of a huge marketing opportunity: sponsoring local sports teams. Mets shortstop Jose Reyes being evaluated by doctors after hamstring discomfort while runningWASHINGTON — New York Mets shortstop Jose Reyes is being evaluated by doctors after feeling discomfort in his injured right hamstring while running. FANTASY FOOTBALL: Will Portis ever get going, provide decent fantasy stats?If you have Clinton Portis on your fantasy football team, you’re probably feeling a little paranoid right now. With so many teams in rush to score, time of possession doesn’t mean much anymoreNEW YORK — Who’s got time to worry about time of possession? Not Pete Carroll, Mike Leach, Rich Rodriguez and many other college football coaches. Survey of NFL retirees indicates high rates of memory problems; work called preliminaryNEW YORK — Retired professional football players may have a higher rate than normal of Alzheimer’s disease or other memory problems, suggests a preliminary study that provides more fuel for concerns about long-term risk of concussions. Yankee Stadium to host Big East, Big 12 in bowl game starting in 2010NEW YORK — The teams are set, one from the Big East, one from the Big 12. The site: The new $1.5 billion Yankee Stadium. Sam Querrey, 25th-ranked tennis player in the world, hurts arm in freak accidentNEW YORK — Sam Querrey cut his right forearm in a freak accident after practicing for the Thailand Open in Bangkok and will be out at least four to six weeks, the U.S. Tennis Association says. Rangers-Capitals Sums
Clint Barmes’ tumbling grab, game-ending double play help Rockies hold off Cardinals 4-3DENVER — A giant welt on his forehead was the least of Clint Barmes’ worries. Jets still work-in-progress _ and still undefeated after beating TitansFLORHAM PARK, N.J. — The New York Jets’ perfect start has been anything but flawless. NHL Standings
Bobby Valentine returns to ESPN as analyst for league championships, World SeriesNEW YORK — Bobby Valentine is returning to ESPN as an analyst on “Baseball Tonight” for the league championship series and World Series. Yankees sweep Red Sox with 4-2 win to clinch AL East and home-field throughout playoffsNEW YORK — Even before Mariano Rivera fielded the final ball, the party started for the New York Yankees. Angels celebrate Nick Adenhart’s memory after routing Rangers 11-0 to clinch AL West crownLOS ANGELES — With a departed teammate in their thoughts and celebrations, the Los Angeles Angels ended the AL West race with one emphatic win — followed by one cathartic party. Yankees 4, Royals 3
Devils wrap up preseason with victory over New York IslandersNEWARK, N.J. — Zach Parise and Travis Zajac each had a goal and an assist and the New Jersey Devils defeated the New York Islanders 4-2 in the preseason finale for both teams Tuesday night. Yankee Stadium to host college bowl game starting in 2010NEW YORK — A college football bowl game will be played at Yankee Stadium starting in 2010. Olympic silver medalist Meb Keflezighi to run New York City Marathon in NovemberNEW YORK — Olympic silver medalist Meb Keflezighi will run this year’s New York City Marathon. Mets 4, Marlins 0
Nationals 4, Mets 3
New York’s Justin Tuck, Tampa Bay’s Antonio Bryant active for Giants-Buccaneers gameTAMPA, Fla. — Injured New York Giants defensive end Justin Tuck was active for Sunday’s game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, however he was replaced in the starting lineup by backup Mathias Kiwanuka. Showdown in Motown: Tigers split doubleheader with Twins to maintain 2-game lead in AL CentralDETROIT — Justin Verlander got a sense of what it’s like to follow baseball from afar. A.J. Burnett pitches well in playoff tuneup, Yankees rally past Royals 4-3 in ninthNEW YORK — A.J. Burnett pitched well in an encouraging playoff tuneup and the New York Yankees rallied for two runs in the ninth inning, beating the Kansas City Royals 4-3 Tuesday night for their seventh straight victory. Swingman Jamal Crawford accepts new backup role as newcomer in Hawks’ potent backcourtATLANTA — Jamal Crawford, a starter through most of his nine years in the NBA, says he’s ready for a new role as a backup with the Atlanta Hawks. Nationals 2, Mets 1
Cano hits grand slam, Pena hits first career homer as Yankees beat Royals 8-2NEW YORK — Robinson Cano capped a five-run seventh inning with a grand slam, Chad Gaudin made a case for a spot on the Yankees’ postseason roster and a makeshift New York lineup beat the Kansas City Royals 8-2 Monday night for the team’s 101st win. Saints get satisfaction from winning with clutch defense, hard-nosed running _ for a changeMETAIRIE, La. — Put aside the video game-like numbers Sean Payton and Drew Brees have teamed up to produce in one of the most prolific coach-quarterback relationships in the NFL. Phantom foul ball on Ortiz: Would’ve been strike on Red Sox slugger, anywayNEW YORK — That phantom foul ball on David Ortiz? It was bound to be a strike, one way or another. Morse homers for 3rd straight game and Detwiler gets 1st career win in 2-1 victory over MetsWASHINGTON — Mike Morse homered for the third straight game and Ross Detwiler earned his first career win as the Washington Nationals beat the New York Mets 2-1 on Monday night. Chivas settles for 1-all draw with Red BullsCARSON, Calif. — Sacha Kljestan missed a penalty kick in second-half injury time, and Chivas USA settled for a 1-all draw with the New York Red Bulls on Saturday night. Giants showing they can handle any defense after slumbering run game awakens against BucsEAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. — The New York Giants’ running game has caught up with Eli Manning and the passing attack — and that’s not good news for opposing defenses. Pat Misch pitches 8-hitter for first complete game to help Mets beat Marlins 4-0MIAMI — Pat Misch pitched an eight-hitter for the first complete game of his career, and the New York Mets spoiled the Florida Marlins’ home finale by winning 4-0 Sunday. Preseason NBA Standings
Nationals beat Mets on wild throws by Hernandez and Castillo in eighthWASHINGTON — Pinch-runner Justin Maxwell scored the tiebreaking run in the eighth inning thanks to two wild throws, and the Washington Nationals beat the New York Mets 4-3 on Tuesday night. Yankees 8, Royals 2
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