Chicago Cubs file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, a step expected in team’s sale processNEW YORK — The Chicago Cubs filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection Monday, a step that will allow their owner to sell the baseball team in an $845 million deal. The Rev. Al Sharpton urges NFL to block any bid from Rush Limbaugh for St. Louis RamsNEW YORK — The Rev. Al Sharpton wants the National Football League to block conservative radio host Rush Limbaugh from bidding on the St. Louis Rams. Binghamton University officials restrict off-campus basketball recruiting over NCAA violationsBINGHAMTON, N.Y. — Binghamton University officials say off-campus recruiting for the men’s basketball teams has been suspended. Broncos move to 5-0, Cowboys hang on with overtime win against Chiefs
Broncos move to 5-0, Cowboys hang on with OT winsThe Denver Broncos are reminding their fans of Super Bowl seasons past with their 5-0 start. The Dallas Cowboys are just relieved their season hasn’t completely fallen apart heading into their bye week. Best players lead the Americans to another romp in Presidents Cup
Rockies reliever Huston Street gives up winning run, Phillies beat Rockies to take 2-1 lead
Phillies 6, Rockies 5
Beleagured closer Brad Lidge seals Philadelphia’s 6-5 win over the Colorado in Game 3DENVER — Between frosty breaths on the mound, Brad Lidge warmed to the challenge. 49ers strong safety Michael Lewis suffers third concussion of seasonSan Francisco strong safety Michael Lewis sustained his third concussion of the season, going down during the 49ers’ game against Atlanta early in the third quarter trying to tackle Michael Turner. Philadelphia Phillies, Colorado Rockies bundle up and brace for a cold night of baseballDENVER — Jimmy Rollins danced around at shortstop while trying to keep from freezing. Jason Hammel blew on his pitching hand in an attempt to restore some kind of feeling. Peyton Manning throws for 309 yards, 3 TDs as Colts extend Titans’ misery with 31-9 routNASHVILLE, Tenn. — Trying to match field goals against Peyton Manning’s touchdown passes never works. Now the Indianapolis Colts’ perfect start continues. Rockies jump to early 3-1 lead through 3 as Philly rookie starter J.A. Happ strugglesDENVER — The Colorado Rockies pushed across two runs in the first inning of chilly Game 3 on Sunday night when Philadelphia rookie J.A. Happ labored through a 35-pitch inning and took a 3-1 lead over the Phillies after three. Peyton Manning handles NFL’s worst passing defense as Colts lead Titans 28-9 after 3 quartersNASHVILLE, Tenn. — Peyton Manning and the NFL’s best offense picked apart the league’s worst pass defense as the undefeated Indianapolis Colts led winless Tennessee 28-9 after three quarters on Sunday night. Adios Metrodome: Yankees close raucous building with 4-1 win over Twins in ALDSMINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Twins ran themselves right out of the Metrodome. Yankees 4, Twins 1
Alex Rodriguez and Jorge Posada homer off Carl Pavano, send Yankees back to ALCSMINNEAPOLIS — After so many October misses, Alex Rodriguez delivered the playoff performance his talent demanded. Peyton Manning picks apart NFL’s worst passing defense as Colts lead Titans 21-6 at halfNASHVILLE, Tenn. — Peyton Manning and the NFL’s best offense picked apart the league’s worst pass defense as the undefeated Indianapolis Colts led winless Tennessee 28-9 after three quarters on Sunday night. NFL Today, Week 5New York Jets at Miami (8:30 p.m. EDT). Recently acquired WR Braylon Edwards plays his first game for the Jets (3-1), while the Dolphins (1-3) try to win two in a row after an 0-3 start. Jason Terry’s 3-pointers help Mavericks to preseason victory over GrizzliesDALLAS — Jason Terry scored 23 points, including a pair of 3-pointers on consecutive possessions down the stretch, and the Dallas Mavericks went on to a 114-107 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies on Sunday night. Peyton Manning sits alone at 3rd on career TD passing list with 343, passes Fran TarkentonNASHVILLE, Tenn. — Peyton Manning added another milestone and the Indianapolis Colts lead the Tennessee Titans 7-6 after one quarter on Sunday night. Amy Mickelson, recovering from breast cancer, surprises Lefty with a visitSAN FRANCISCO — This was the 15th time Phil Mickelson has played in the Presidents Cup or the Ryder Cup, and the first time he came alone. His wife, Amy, is recovering from breast cancer and stayed home in San Diego. Todd Martin beats Andre Agassi in Outback Champions Series finalSURPRISE, Ariz. — Todd Martin beat Andre Agassi 6-3, 7-5 on Sunday in the final of the Cancer Treatment Centers of America Tennis Championships, the 39-year-old Agassi’s first tournament on the 30-and-old Outback Champions Series. Gordon, Stuckey help Pistons remain unbeaten in preseason with win over HawksAUBURN HILLS, Mich. — Ben Gordon scored 22 points and Rodney Stuckey added 20 as the new-look Detroit Pistons remained undefeated in the preseason with a 100-91 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Sunday night. Wade among those sitting out, as Spurs knock off Heat 95-93MIAMI — Rookie DeJuan Blair scored 28 points on 11 of 13 shooting, and the San Antonio Spurs beat the Miami Heat 95-93 in a preseason game Sunday night. Phillies, Rockies bundle up and brace for a cold night of baseballDENVER — The Philadelphia Phillies and Colorado Rockies bundled up Sunday night for Game 3 of the NL playoffs, wearing stocking caps, gloves and thick, hooded sweat shirts while taking batting practice in the biting cold. After passing road test with 2nd-half rally vs. UCLA, No. 13 Oregon looks aheadPASADENA, Calif. — Oregon got through the first three games of its Pac-10 schedule as the only unbeaten team left in conference play thanks to three overwhelming defensive performances. Cardinals stop Houston at 1-yard line three times to preserve 28-21 victoryGLENDALE, Ariz. — The Arizona Cardinals’ passing game was nearly perfect in the first half. Houston’s was just as good in the second. While rest of country sleeps, Washington goes down to final seconds to pull off stunning winSEATTLE — It was one of those coach-speak talking points that Steve Sarkisian repeated constantly when he took over as coach at Washington: No matter the situation, his team would to play all four quarters. Georgia Tech’s milestone win at FSU sets up big ACC clash against No. 4 Virginia TechATLANTA — Paul Johnson isn’t spending much time savoring Georgia Tech’s first win at Florida State in seven tries. Orton leads 98-yard drive to tie, then Broncos beat Patriots 20-17 in OTDENVER — Kyle Orton is no John Elway, Josh McDaniels is no Bill Belichick and those mustard-yellow uniforms certainly don’t have anyone thinking “Orange Crush.” Ducks-Rangers Sums
Jimmie Johnson continues magic at California, takes Chase lead with dominant win in Pepsi 500FONTANA, Calif. — Jimmie Johnson insists NASCAR’s Chase for the championship isn’t over. That his dominating victory in Sunday’s Sprint Cup race at Auto Club Speedway doesn’t mean his fourth straight title is in the bag. Kotalik scores winner, Valiquette stops 18 shots in Rangers’ 3-0 win over DucksNEW YORK — For all the shots the New York Rangers had turned aside and the others that hit posts instead of finding the net, it was only fitting they finally broke through with a deflection. Welcome back! Hasselbeck returns, throws for 4 TDs as Seahawks rout Jags 41-0SEATTLE — Broken ribs and all, Matt Hasselbeck was back to save Seattle’s season. |