Cubs demote closer Kevin Gregg and move Carlos Marmol into roleSAN DIEGO — Beleaguered Chicago Cubs closer Kevin Gregg was demoted Tuesday, and replaced by right-hander Carlos Marmol. Raiders receiver Chaz Schilens breaks a bone in left footNAPA, Calif. — Chaz Schilens, projected to be one of the Oakland Raiders’ top two receivers this season, broke a bone in his left foot while running a route during Tuesday’s joint practice with the San Francisco 49ers. Washington Nationals, No. 1 pick Stephen Strasburg reach agreement by deadlineWASHINGTON — The Washington Nationals say they have agreed to a contract with No. 1 overall draft pick Stephen Strasburg. Tomlinson gets rare August carries; Seahawks beat Chargers 20-14SAN DIEGO — LaDainian Tomlinson got his wish — a handful of carries in August. San Diego teen hoops phenom Jeremy Tyler signs with Israel’s Maccabi HaifaSAN DIEGO — Jeremy Tyler completed his jump from high school underclassman to pro basketball player on Wednesday when he signed a one-year, $140,000 contract with Maccabi Haifa of the Israeli Premier League. City attorney: Not enough evidence to charge Chargers LB PhillipsSAN DIEGO — The San Diego city attorney’s office says Chargers linebacker Shaun Phillips won’t be charged in a case in which he was accused of striking a security guard in the face at a downtown hotel in late April. Ramirez homers; Dodgers beat Giants 9-1
Aussie Jimmy Spithill named helmsman for BMW Oracle Racing’s America’s Cup trimaranSAN DIEGO — America’s Cup challenger BMW Oracle Racing has named Australian Jimmy Spithill as helmsman for its showdown with defending champion Alinghi of Switzerland in February. Americans confirm BOR 90 is the trimaran they will sail in America’s Cup showdownSAN DIEGO — America’s Cup challenger BMW Oracle Racing has confirmed that BOR 90, the giant trimaran being tested in San Diego, is the boat it will use in its showdown against defending champion Alinghi of Switzerland on the Persian Gulf in February. LT wants to play during exhibition season instead of stand on sidelineSAN DIEGO —The San Diego Chargers’ exhibition season starts Saturday night and LaDainian Tomlinson has a simple request — put me in, coach! Rookie Everth Cabrera hits grand slam in 9th to give Padres 6-2 win over MetsSAN DIEGO — Rookie Everth Cabrera hit a grand slam in the ninth inning off closer Francisco Rodriguez to give the San Diego Padres a 6-2 victory over the New York Mets on Friday night. Andre Ethier hits HR to help Dodgers win over Braves 5-4
Adrian Gonzalez hits 29th homer, drives in three runs in Padres’ 8-3 win over MetsSAN DIEGO — Adrian Gonzalez hit a two-run homer in a four-run third inning and drove in three runs, leading the San Diego Padres to an 8-3 win over the New York Mets on Thursday night. Weddle, Jammer banged up in collision while going for pass at Chargers camp
1 behind Eli and 2 behind Big Ben, Rivers still chasing first Super Bowl ringSAN DIEGO — So, what about Philip Rivers? Manning gets his money, Rivers ‘optimistic’ he’ll get deal done with BoltsSAN DIEGO — News of Eli Manning’s six-year, $97.5 million contract extension was duly noted in San Diego, where Philip Rivers is in the last year of his deal. Eli Manning gets his money, Rivers ‘optimistic’ he’ll get deal done with ChargersSAN DIEGO — News of Eli Manning’s six-year, $97.5 million contract extension was duly noted in San Diego, where Philip Rivers is in the last year of his deal. Hanson cruises to sixth win, leads Atlanta Braves to 6-2 victory over San Diego PadresSAN DIEGO — Rookie Tommy Hanson shut down San Diego long enough for his teammates to get a comfortable lead against Chad Gaudin and the Atlanta Braves beat the Padres 6-2 on Wednesday. Javier Vazquez, Martin Prado lead Braves to 9-2 win over Padres
Antonio Cromartie flagged by Chargers for tweet complaining about camp grub, fined $2,500
Padres release Mark Prior from minor league contract after slow rebound from surgerySAN DIEGO — The San Diego Padres have released right-hander Mark Prior, whose once-promising career has been interrupted by two shoulder surgeries since April 2007. Agent: Antonio Cromartie flagged by Chargers for inappropriate tweet, fined $2,500SAN DIEGO — The agent for cornerback Antonio Cromartie confirms that the San Diego Chargers have fined his client $2,500 for using Twitter to complain about the food at training camp. Rookies Mat Latos, Will Venable lead Padres to 4-2 win over BravesSAN DIEGO — Mat Latos pitched seven strong innings and fellow rookie Will Venable drove in the go-ahead run and made a run-saving catch to give the San Diego Padres a 4-2 victory over the Atlanta Braves on Monday night. ‘Lights Out’ hits the pool as part of plan to sit out occasional morning practiceSAN DIEGO — While his teammates practiced Monday morning, Shawne Merriman took a dip. Kellen Winslow to bring Central State to San Diego for game against Stillman CollegeSAN DIEGO — They might as well call it the Kellen Winslow Classic. Chargers’ English eager to show he belongs, learn the ropes from veteran MerrimanSAN DIEGO — After sprinting toward the ball carrier Sunday, Chargers linebacker Larry English would make a beeline to three-time Pro Bowler Shawne Merriman, to hear what the knowledgeable veteran had to say. Lopez’s 3-run double highlights 5-run seventh inning, leading Brewers to 6-1 win over Padres
Braun’s fielding gaffe, Richard’s strong outing help Padres to 4-2 win over BrewersSAN DIEGO — Ryan Braun’s outfield miscue allowed the go-ahead run to score and Clayton Richard was solid in his first start after coming over in the Jake Peavy trade as the San Diego Padres beat the Milwaukee Brewers 4-2 on Saturday night. With injuries behind him, Gates says Chargers expect nothing less than a championshipSAN DIEGO — Chargers tight end Antonio Gates isn’t holding back, and he predicts his team won’t either. Sailor charged with murder of seaman asphyxiates himself in cell at Camp PendletonSAN DIEGO — A sailor charged with murder who committed suicide in the brig at Camp Pendleton asphyxiated himself by stuffing toilet paper in his mouth, according to a U.S. Navy spokesman. Padres rally from early six-run deficit to beat Brewers 11-7SAN DIEGO — David Eckstein drove in three runs and the San Diego Padres came back from a six-run deficit to beat the Milwaukee Brewers 11-7 on Friday night to win their fourth straight game. San Diego Chargers, rookie linebacker Larry English sign 5-year contractSAN DIEGO — The San Diego Chargers has signed first-round pick Larry English to a five-year contract. Chargers LT McNeill feeling stronger after neck surgerySAN DIEGO — The prospect of never playing again crossed Chargers left tackle Marcus McNeill’s mind after he underwent surgery on his injured neck in February. San Diego’s Merriman eager to return to field after injury-shortened seasonSAN DIEGO — Shawne Merriman was back at work at Chargers Park on Monday with an eye on the future. Chargers release ILB Matt Wilhelm a week before first full-squad practiceSAN DIEGO — The San Diego Chargers have released inside linebacker Matt Wilhelm a week before their first full-squad practice of training camp. |
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SAN FRANCISCO — Manny Ramirez shrugged off his big night and quickly turned his attention elsewhere: Tim Lincecum.
LOS ANGELES — Comeback wins have become commonplace this season for the stubborn Los Angeles Dodgers, especially the walkoff kind. And unlike that team down the freeway in Anaheim, they don’t need the Rally Monkey to cavort on the scoreboard when things get tight.
