Sparks’ Leslie looking forward to challenging Phoenix in WNBA’s Western Conference finalsLOS ANGELES — Lisa Leslie got her wish when it comes to the Los Angeles Sparks’ opponent in the Western Conference finals. Top WSU running back James Montgomery out for season with injurySPOKANE, Wash. — Washington State’s top running back will miss the rest of the season with a leg injury. Stafford, Kaleta score 11 seconds apart lift SabresWASHINGTON — Drew Stafford and Patrick Kaleta scored 11 seconds apart to lift the Buffalo Sabres to a 2-1 victory over the Washington Capitals on Monday night in a preseason game. Seahawks say Hasselbeck has fractured rib, team must prepare as though he won’t play SundayRENTON, Wash. — The Seahawks are preparing to play without Matt Hasselbeck on Sunday against the Chicago Bears, though the three-time Pro Bowl quarterback is hoping to start despite a broken rib. Something new for the No. 24 Huskies after upset of USC: avoiding letdown at StanfordSEATTLE — Of the countless text messages that landed in Steve Sarkisian ’s inbox following Washington’s upset of USC, one stood out. Seahawks wait for word on QB Matt Hasselbeck’s injury following hospitalizationRENTON, Wash. — The Seahawks are waiting for word on Matt Hasselbeck’s condition. First lady plans personal appeal for Chicago Olympic bid, door left open for Obama to attendWASHINGTON — As Michelle Obama prepares to make a highly personal appeal in Denmark on behalf of Chicago’s bid to host the 2016 Summer Olympics, the White House is leaving open the possibility that President Barack Obama will make a last minute decision to join her. After failing in Seattle, Yankees now must face Angels to secure expected playoff ticketSEATTLE — Joe Girardi has been insisting his Yankees will need to go out and earn their playoff spot in the final two weeks of the regular season. Seahawks quarterback Matt Hasselbeck knocked out with rib bruiseSeattle Seahawks quarterback Matt Hasselbeck was taken to a hospital for X-rays and a CT scan after injuring his ribs on a hard hit late in the second quarter against the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday. Parker scores 22, leads Sparks over Storm 75-64 in decisive Game 3 of WNBA playoffsSEATTLE — Candace Parker scored 22 points and keyed a second-quarter run that led the Los Angeles Sparks over the Seattle Storm 75-64 Sunday in the deciding third game of the WNBA Western Conference semifinals. Griffey homers, drives in 4 as Mariners win 7-1 to put Yankees’ playoff party on holdSEATTLE — Ken Griffey Jr. homered and drove in four runs, putting the New York Yankees’ playoff party on hold by leading the Seattle Mariners to a 7-1 victory Sunday. Mariners 7, Yankees 1
Gore’s TD runs of 79 and 80 yards highlight 49ers’ 23-10 win over SeattleSAN FRANCISCO — Frank Gore kept an eye on the scoreboard as he ran like mad, making sure nobody caught him on the way to the end zone. Seahawks QB Hasselbeck leaves game following hard hit by WillisSAN FRANCISCO — Seattle Seahawks quarterback Matt Hasselbeck was taken to a hospital for X-rays and a CT scan after injuring his ribs on a hard hit late in the second quarter against the San Francisco 49ers on Sunday. Mariners C Rob Johnson sidelined with sprained ankle sustained in postgame celebrationSEATTLE — Those postgame celebrations at home plate can be dangerous. Just ask Seattle Mariners catcher Rob Johnson. Obama still holds out hope for White Sox in playoffs, praises slugger Pujols, shortstop JeterWASHINGTON — So who will be in the World Series, Mr. President? Yankees 10, Mariners 1
CC Sabathia shakes off scary comebacker, wins AL-best 18th as Yankees’ top Mariners 10-1SEATTLE — CC Sabathia ignored a scary comebacker off his chest for his 18th victory, Mark Teixeira homered twice and drove in a season-high five runs and the New York Yankees resumed their cruise to the AL East title with a 10-1 win over the Seattle Mariners on Saturday night. Another post-Buckeyes flop: Washington stuns Barkley-less, No. 3 USC 16-13 on late field goalSEATTLE — Southern California’s Stafon Johnson stayed face down on the turf. Jubilant Washington players and fans stepped over him, on their way to a riotous purple party that stretched from goal line to goal line. White House scouts possible Obama Copenhagen visit to pitch Chicago for OlympicsWASHINGTON — The White House says it is sending an advance team to Copenhagen to check out the possibility of a personal appearance by President Barack Obama before the Olympic committee. Grasu’s 39-yard field goal lifts Washington State to 30-27 OT win over SMUPULLMAN, Wash. — Nico Grasu kicked a 39-yard field goal in overtime as Washington State came back to beat Southern Methodist 30-27 on Saturday for their first win of the season. Eastern Washington beats Northern Colorado 16-0; 1st shutout in 3 yearsCHENEY, Wash. — Matt Nichols threw two touchdown passes and Eastern Washington posted its first shutout in three years with a 16-0 victory over Northern Colorado on Saturday. Another post-Buckeyes flop: Huskies stun Barkley-less, No. 3 USC 16-13 on late field goalSEATTLE — Southern California’s Stafon Johnson stayed face down on the turf. Jubilant Washington players and fans stepped over him, on their way to a riotous purple party that stretched from goal line to goal line. Another post-Buckeyes flop: Washington shocks Barkley-less, No. 3 USC 16-13SEATTLE — Southern California’s Stafon Johnson stayed face down on the turf. Jubilant Washington players and fans stepped over him, on their way to a riotous purple party that stretched from goal line to goal line. Witt throws 2 touchdowns, Farrell scores twice on ground as Yale beats Georgetown 31-10WASHINGTON — Patrick Witt threw for 216 yards and two touchdowns and Jordan Farrell added two rushing scores to lead Yale to a 31-10 win over Georgetown on Saturday. Suzuki stunner: Ichiro Suzuki’s 2-out, 2-run homer off Mariano Rivera gives Seattle a 3-2 winSEATTLE — Ichiro Suzuki hit a two-out, two-run homer off New York closer Mariano Rivera and the Seattle Mariners stunned the Yankees 3-2 on Friday night. Mariners 3, Yankees 2
Little’s steal and layup give Storm 75-74 win to even first-round series with SparksSEATTLE — Camille Little stole an inbounds pass and laid it in with 5 seconds left, helping the Seattle Storm stun the Los Angeles Sparks 75-74 on Friday night and even the best-of-3 WNBA Western Conference semifinals. Hochevar pitches three-hit shutout of White Sox in Royals’ 11-0 winCHICAGO — Luke Hochevar pitched a three-hitter for his first career shutout and Miguel Olivo hit a pair of two-run shots and drove in a career-high six runs as the Kansas City Royals defeated the Chicago White Sox 11-0 Friday night. Carroll: Injured Barkley, Mays to be game-time decisions for No. 3 USC against WashingtonSEATTLE — USC coach Pete Carroll says still hasn’t said if Matt Barkley or Aaron Corp will start at quarterback on Saturday against Washington. Andy Pettitte in line to test shoulder and start Monday versus AL West leading AngelsSEATTLE — Andy Pettitte just wants Monday to arrive and get a true gauge of how his tired left shoulder is feeling. After shoulder injury, 49ers’ Jones unlikely to play vs. SeattleSANTA CLARA, Calif. — San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Brandon Jones is unlikely to play Sunday against the Seattle Seahawks after returning to practice this week from a shoulder injury. Walter Jones progresses better than expected, questionable for Seahawks against 49ersRENTON, Wash. — Walter Jones could play Sunday for the Seahawks at San Francisco, one month to the day after knee surgery. Suzuki has winning hit in 14th, Lopez and Hall homer in ninth to tie it for SeattleSEATTLE — Ichiro Suzuki hit a game-ending single to center in the bottom of the 14th inning, leading the Seattle Mariners to a 4-3 win over the Chicago White Sox on Thursday night. Mariners 4, White Sox 3, 14 innings
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