Colts’ Vinatieri has hip surgery but is expected to be ready for start of regular seasonINDIANAPOLIS — Colts kicker Adam Vinatieri had surgery on his right hip this week and is expected to be ready for the regular season. Defending champion Rafael Nadal pulls out of Queen’s Club due to knee injuryLONDON — Rafael Nadal withdrew on Friday from next week’s grass-court tournament at Queen’s Club because of knee trouble but hopes to defend his title at Wimbledon. Staal’s short-handed goal gets Pens going in 4-2 comeback win that evens Stanley Cup finalsPITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Penguins’ fresh legs and fast feet changed the Stanley Cup finals in a flash, and now a series that looked to be over is only getting started. Orlando point guard Jameer Nelson returns from shoulder injury for Game 1 of NBA finalsLOS ANGELES — All-Star point guard Jameer Nelson returned to the Orlando Magic for Game 1 of the NBA finals, playing the entire second quarter before struggling in the second half against the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday night. Bruins F Krejci has successful hip surgery; out next 4-6 monthsBOSTON — Boston Bruins forward David Krejci’s (KRAY-chee’s) hip surgery was a success. Pacers G Mike Dunleavy has minor arthroscopic surgery on his left hipINDIANAPOLIS — Indiana Pacers guard Mike Dunleavy has had minor arthroscopic surgery on his left hip. Cabrera leaves Tigers’ game against Red Sox with pulled hamstringDETROIT — Miguel Cabrera has left the Detroit Tigers’ game against the Boston Red Sox with a left hamstring injury. What a day! Braves release 305-game winner Glavine, acquire All-Star OF McLouth from PiratesATLANTA — The Braves headed out to batting practice, but the doors to the Atlanta clubhouse remained shut — the first inkling that something was up. Indians’ Asdrubal Cabrera put on DL with sprained shoulder, Barfield called up from Triple-AMINNEAPOLIS — The Cleveland Indians are testing the limits of their medical staff. Bruins forward David Krejci gets three-year deal before hip surgeryBOSTON — Boston Bruins forward David Krejci got a contract extension just days before he’s schedule to have surgery on a torn labrum in his hip. Jets’ Jenkins supporting Ryan after previously saying Mangini deserved another year as coachFLORHAM PARK, N.J. — Kris Jenkins sat on a stool in front of his locker a few months ago, his shoulders slumped and his words barely above a whisper. LeBron leaves hospital a day after having surgery to remove benign growth from jawCLEVELAND — Cavaliers star LeBron James has been released from the Cleveland Clinic after a five-hour procedure to remove a benign growth from his jaw a day earlier. Landon Donovan warns Americans to be prepared in World Cup qualifier at Costa RicaSAN JOSE, Costa Rica — Landon Donovan has a message for the younger players on the U.S. team preparing for Wednesday’s World Cup qualifier against Costa Rica at Saprissa Stadium. Indians SS Asdrubal Cabrera leaves in first inning after injuring left shoulderMINNEAPOLIS — Cleveland Indians shortstop Asdrubal Cabrera separated his left shoulder in the first inning of Tuesday night’s 4-3 loss to the Minnesota Twins. LeBron James has surgery to remove benign growth from jaw, is recovering at Cleveland hospitalCavaliers star LeBron James had a benign growth removed from his right jaw during a five-hour procedure at the Cleveland Clinic on Tuesday. LeBron has surgery to remove benign growth from jaw, is recovering at Cleveland hospitalCLEVELAND — The Cleveland Cavaliers say LeBron James has had a benign growth removed from his jaw at the Cleveland Clinic. Texas Rangers outfielder Josh Hamilton goes on disabled listNEW YORK — Texas Rangers outfielder Josh Hamilton went on the disabled list Tuesday with an abdominal strain that could sideline him from two weeks to two months. Twins concerned Cuddyer’s strained finger could linger, and Crede sits again with swollen kneeMINNEAPOLIS — The Minnesota Twins are missing third baseman Joe Crede and right fielder Michael Cuddyer due to injuries. Nationals catcher Jesus Flores to miss at least 3 months with stress fracture in shoulderWASHINGTON — Washington Nationals catcher Jesus Flores has been diagnosed with a stress fracture of a bone in his right shoulder and his season is in jeopardy. Texas Rangers OF Hamilton headed to disabled listNEW YORK — Texas Rangers outfielder Josh Hamilton is headed to the disabled list with a strained groin that could sideline him from two weeks to two months. Magic players: Jameer Nelson will play in NBA finals against Lakers despite shoulder injuryORLANDO, Fla. — Orlando Magic players say Jameer Nelson will play in the NBA finals, even though the All-Star point guard and his coach remain publicly pessimistic. Brewers shake up bullpen, cutting RHP Julio while RHP Riske has surgeryMILWAUKEE — The Milwaukee Brewers made big changes to their thin bullpen on Tuesday. No kidding around: Red Wings’ success in promoting prospects isn’t luckPITTSBURGH — In a matter of weeks, young players Justin Abdelkader, Darren Helm and Jonathan Ericsson went from being relatively unknown members of the Red Wings’ farm system to major contributors during Detroit’s playoff run. Astros coach Berry welcomed back to team with some friendly ribbing after cancer surgeryHOUSTON — Astros hitting coach Sean Berry was taking playful grief from the moment he returned to the clubhouse for the first time since cancer surgery. National League CapsulesLOS ANGELES — The Dodgers’ magic number for clinching the NL West is down to zero — finally. Red Sox veteran Smoltz goes 5 innings in latest rehab start in GreenvilleGREENVILLE, S.C. — John Smoltz sat with a big smile on his face after his longest rehab start of the year, convinced it wouldn’t be long before the former Cy Young winner was his old, lights-out self. Red Sox pitcher Smoltz goes 5 innings in latest rehab start in GreenvilleGREENVILLE, S.C. — John Smoltz had his longest and strongest outing of the season Sunday, working five innings in a rehab start for the Greenville Drive. Sick squad: John Maine pitches injury-plagued Mets to 3-2 victory over FloridaNEW YORK — John Maine shut down Florida again before becoming the latest Mets player sidelined by sickness or injury, and New York held off the Marlins 3-2 on Sunday to cap a highly successful month. Orlando Magic evaluating All-Star Jameer Nelson for possible return for NBA finalsORLANDO, Fla. — Orlando is evaluating All-Star point guard Jameer Nelson for a possible return to the Magic lineup for the NBA finals that begin Thursday night in Los Angeles. Rangers slugger Josh Hamilton out of lineup with recurring groin injuryARLINGTON, Texas — Rangers outfielder Josh Hamilton was out of the starting lineup for Sunday’s game against the Oakland Athletics due to a recurring groin problem. Royals C Buck hospitalized with back injury, goes on DL; Pena called up from Triple-AKANSAS CITY, Mo. — Kansas City catcher John Buck is still in the hospital a day after he injured his lower back while preparing to bat against the Chicago White Sox. Indians catcher Martinez out with bruised left knee against YankeesCLEVELAND — Indians catcher Victor Martinez did not start against the New York Yankees because of a bruised left knee and was not expected to play Sunday. Red Wings stick to lineup, hold out Datsyuk and Draper for Game 2DETROIT — Red Wings coach Mike Babcock is keeping his lineup the same for Game 2 of the Stanley Cup finals, meaning injured forwards Pavel Datsyuk and Kris Draper will again sit out against the Pittsburgh Penguins. Pirates place Rule 5 pick reliever Veal on disabled list with a right groin strainPITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates have placed rookie left-handed reliever Donnie Veal on the 15-day disabled list due to a right groin strain. Autograph injury, big forehand help Chile’s Fernando Gonzalez reach French Open quarterfinalsPARIS — French Open quarterfinalist Fernando Gonzalez might owe some of his success to a rather unusual recent injury: He sprained his ankle during an autograph session. |
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