Crash at Glen causes ‘rough days,’ but Gordon done discussing nagging back injuryBROOKLYN, Mich. — Jeff Gordon made it clear: Even if his back isn’t 100 percent after a hard crash earlier this week, he’s done talking about it. Cliff Lee stays unbeaten with new team, Phillies beat Cubs 6-1 for 3-game sweepCHICAGO — Cliff Lee won his third straight start since joining the Philadelphia Phillies, and the NL East leaders beat the slumping Chicago Cubs 6-1 Thursday for their first sweep at Wrigley Field in 25 years. Ryan Howard and Pedro Feliz homered in the fourth inning as the Cubs lost for the seventh time in eight games, including five in a row. Pedro Martinez gets a win in his return to the majors as Phils rout Cubs 12-5
Gonzalez has career-high six hits as Padres rout Milwaukee 13-6MILWAUKEE — Adrian Gonzalez had a career-high six hits and the San Diego Padres had their best offensive output of the season in beating the struggling Milwaukee Brewers 13-6 on Tuesday night. Florida Marlins rally to beat Houston Astros 9-8 for 5th straight winMIAMI — Dan Uggla hit a game-ending RBI single in the 11th inning, and the Florida Marlins rallied to beat the Houston Astros 9-8 Tuesday night for their fifth straight win. Allmendinger and Sorenson swap crew chiefs at Richard Petty MotorsportsSTATESVILLE, N.C. — Richard Petty Motorsports has swapped the crew chiefs for AJ Allmendinger and Reed Sorenson. Deaths of 8 teenagers raise questions about dangers of high-speed police chasesDINUBA, Calif. — Carlos and Jennifer Salazar had piled their five children into their pickup truck and were headed to a Pee Wee football kickoff carnival when a speeding car came out of nowhere. Troy Tulowitzki hits for cycle, drives in career-high 7 runs as Rockies beat Cubs 11-5
Where’s the beef? Colts hoping bigger tackles can finally help them stop the run
Tony Stewart wins at Watkins Glen for Cup-record 5th victory on famed road courseWATKINS GLEN, N.Y. — Seneca Lodge sits nestled in the hills overlooking this Finger Lakes village, and it’s sort of a shrine to open-wheel racing. Its walls are covered with photos of all the open-wheel winners in Watkins Glen International’s storied history, from Jim Clark to Graham Hill to Jackie Stewart. Kahn says Ricky Rubio’s buyout situation is ’still very problematic’MINNEAPOLIS —Minnesota Timberwolves president David Kahn said point guard Ricky Rubio’s buyout situation is “still very problematic” and he remains unsure of when the fifth overall pick will come to the United States. Tony Stewart wins at Watkins Glen International for the fifth timeWATKINS GLEN, N.Y. —When the rain held off and The Glen heated up, Smoke was in his element. Rain postpones Sprint Cup race at Watkins Glen International; race rescheduled for MondayWATKINS GLEN, N.Y. —Andy Lally will have to curb his enthusiasm for another day. Freshman Matt Barkley goes to work chasing Aaron Corp for Trojans’ starting QB jobLOS ANGELES —Coach Pete Carroll usually keeps Southern California’s freshmen out of the spotlight for the first week of fall camp, barring them from interviews to allow them to concentrate on practice and drills. Points at a premium: Offense well ahead of the defense after 10 days of Redskins campASHBURN, Va. —Washington Redskins coach Jim Zorn took the microphone Saturday and gave an enthusiastic 5-minute speech to thousands who turned out for Fan Appreciation Day. 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. Jimmie Johnson, still after first road-course win, takes pole at Watkins Glen InternationalWATKINS GLEN, N.Y. — Jimmie Johnson will never have a better view at Watkins Glen International. He just hopes he can keep it. Cliff Lee impressive in home debut as the Phillies beat the Rockies 3-1PHILADELPHIA — Cliff Lee pitched seven impressive innings in his home debut, Paul Bako hit a tiebreaking homer and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Colorado Rockies 3-1 Thursday. Lee impressive in home debut, Phillies beat Rockies 3-1PHILADELPHIA — Cliff Lee pitched seven impressive innings in his home debut, Paul Bako hit a tiebreaking homer and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Colorado Rockies 3-1 Thursday. Happ-y Days: Happ tosses 2nd career shutout, Phillies hit 3 homers in 7-0 win over ColoradoPHILADELPHIA — J.A. Happ lost a spot in Philadelphia’s rotation out of spring training. He heard his name swirling in every trade-deadline rumor. And now he might just get bumped from the rotation for a former Cy Young winner. Bengals put TE Reggie Kelly on injured reserve with ruptured tendon, ending his season
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. While Tiger’s away, up-and-comers, vets play at Legends Reno-Tahoe Open, chase FedEx pointsRENO, Nev. — Charley Hoffman, Kevin Na, Andres Romero and Greg Chalmers are among those hoping to take advantage of the absence of Tiger Woods and the world’s top golfers by using this week’s Legends Reno-Tahoe Open to move up the PGA Tour money list and the FedEx Cup standings. AUTO RACING PACKAGE: Busch knows time running out to qualify for Chase and shot at Cup titleDOVER, Del. — Kyle Busch is known for being fearless in pursuit of victory — and grouchy when he doesn’t achieve it. NASCAR’s David Reutimann still ‘mad as heck’ at Hamlin about Pocono wreckCHARLOTTE, N.C. — David Reutimann says he is “mad as heck” at Denny Hamlin over their wreck at Pocono Raceway. Grieving Hamlin wins ends 50-race skid, dedicates Pocono Raceway victory to late grandmotherLONG POND, Pa. — Ask most drivers which track they least like to visit and Pocono Raceway is near the top of the list for most of them. Denny Hamlin ends 50-race skid, holds off Juan Pablo Montoya with exciting win at PoconoLONG POND, Pa. — Denny Hamlin ended a 50-race winless skid Monday, holding off Juan Pablo Montoya over the final riveting laps at Pocono Raceway before choking up with grief in Victory Lane. Denny Hamlin ends 50-race skid with exciting win at Pocono RacewayLONG POND, Pa. — Denny Hamlin had few bigger fans than his grandmother. She wore her No. 11 socks, held her No. 11 stuffed bear, and watched every race on TV — even as she sat and squinted only inches away from the 30-inch screen. Kendry Morales hits 2 HRs as Angels beat Twins 13-4 to sweep three-game seriesMINNEAPOLIS — Kendry Morales homered twice and had a career-high six RBIs, helping the Los Angeles Angels beat the Minnesota Twins 13-4 Sunday to sweep their three-game series. 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. Griffey hits 622nd career homer, Mariners beat Rangers 7-2ARLINGTON, Texas — Ken Griffey Jr. hit his 622nd career home run and Felix Hernandez pitched seven solid innings to lead the Seattle Mariners to a 7-2 win over the Texas Rangers on Saturday night. Kahne gives Richard Petty Motorsports needed lift and possible spot in the ChaseLONG POND, Pa. — Richard Petty won 200 NASCAR races, seven championships, and has achieved just about all there is to accomplish in stock car racing. Colt & Chase: Popular ex-Heisman contenders vie for practice time as backup QBs with RedskinsASHBURN, Va. — Two of the most successful college quarterbacks in recent years ran onto the field on a steamy Saturday morning at Redskins Park, eager to impress the fans who have been screaming for their autographs during the first week of training camp. Catriona Matthew shoots 3rd-round 71 to take 3-shot lead at Women’s British OpenLYTHAM ST. ANNES, England — Catriona Matthew of Scotland opened up a three-shot lead at the Women’s British Open on Saturday after a 1-under 71 in the third round. Hail to the champ: Obama set to greet 3-time NASCAR Cup champion Jimmie Johnson at White HouseWASHINGTON — No. 44, meet No. 48. |
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Pedro returns with a win, Phils beat Cubs 12-5
