пятница, 31 августа 2012 г.

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Leach's WSU held to 6 points by BYU

Posted: 31 Aug 2012 12:52 AM PDT

Nelson's 2 TDs lift BYU, spoil Leach's return 30-6 (Yahoo! Sports)

Posted: 31 Aug 2012 12:39 AM PDT

PROVO, Utah (AP) -- Brigham Young's defense was tired of watching film and sick of hearing about Mike Leach's vaunted Air Raid attack.

BYU routs Washington State to spoil Leach's return

Posted: 31 Aug 2012 12:29 AM PDT

Riley Nelson threw for 285 yards and two TDs and Brigham Young rolled by Washington State in coach Mike Leach's return to the sidelines.

Peterson likely game-time decision for Week 1

Posted: 30 Aug 2012 11:17 PM PDT

Vikings coach Leslie Frazier said Thursday night that Adrian Peterson probably will be a game-time decision for the regular-season opener.

Vikings' Peterson to dress for warm-ups Friday

Posted: 23 Aug 2012 08:38 PM PDT

Minnesota Vikings running back Adrian Peterson will go through pregame warms-ups, but will not play against the San Diego Chargers Friday, ESPN senior NFL analyst Chris Mortensen confirmed Thursday.

LSU opener to go ahead as scheduled Saturday

Posted: 30 Aug 2012 09:51 PM PDT

No. 3 LSU plans to play its opener against North Texas in Tiger Stadium on Saturday night, marking a victory of sorts for the Baton Rouge area after it was struck by tropical weather from Isaac.

Avoiding The Trap

Posted: 30 Aug 2012 10:13 PM PDT

No. 9 South Carolina didn't justify its ranking in a 17-13 win over Vanderbilt. But the Gamecocks will take a 1-0 SEC East start while learning a lesson about hype, writes Andy Staples.

Kent State player runs 58 yards wrong way

Posted: 30 Aug 2012 11:31 PM PDT

Andre Parker's wrong way run didn't count, but it grabbed plenty of attention on the first night of the college football season.

Gutsy Shaw comes through for No. 9 South Carolina

Posted: 31 Aug 2012 12:31 AM PDT

His stats weren't gaudy at all, but Connor Shaw fought through a bruised shoulder to help South Carolina open with a win over Vanderbilt.

Venus falls at U.S. Open; Serena, Federer cruise

Posted: 30 Aug 2012 09:44 PM PDT

At a U.S. Open that will be remembered for goodbyes by Andy Roddick and Kim Clijsters, another former No. 1 and Grand Slam champion, Venus Williams, left with a spirited second-round loss that felt nothing like a farewell.

Venus Williams ousted in second round of U.S. Open

Posted: 30 Aug 2012 10:50 PM PDT

Venus Williams lost 6-2, 5-7, 7-5 in the second round to sixth-seeded Angelique Kerber at the U.S. Open.

Vivica loudly cheered for Venus

Posted: 30 Aug 2012 09:21 PM PDT

Venus Williams had a famous friend loudly, saucily (?) cheering for her on Thursday night

Venus falls to No. 6 Kerber in 3 sets at U.S. Open

Posted: 30 Aug 2012 09:41 PM PDT

Sox Pitcher Sued By High School Buddy

Posted: 30 Aug 2012 08:50 PM PDT


Man alleges John Danks failed to call 911 after accident.

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Owner says Eagles, Reid must do better in '12

Posted: 30 Aug 2012 09:32 PM PDT

Philadelphia Eagles owner Jeffrey Lurie didn't mince words when discussing the future of Andy Reid with the team on Thursday, saying the coach must do better in order to keep his job past this year.

Edgar to replace Koch for UFC 153 title fight

Posted: 30 Aug 2012 08:59 PM PDT

Despite two disappointing losses to UFC lightweight champion Benson Henderson, former titleholder Frankie Edgar will get his shot at history ...

Fan falls to his death at Texans-Vikings game

Posted: 30 Aug 2012 08:58 PM PDT

A 45-year-old man fell to his death Thursday night while attending the Texans-Vikings preseason game.

Villanueva, Blue Jays shut out slumping Rays

Posted: 30 Aug 2012 08:55 PM PDT

Carlos Villanueva pitched six sharp innings and the Blue Jays beat the Rays 2-0 to snap a five-game losing streak against Tampa Bay.

No. 9 S. Carolina rallies, beats Vanderbilt 17-13 (Yahoo! Sports)

Posted: 30 Aug 2012 10:09 PM PDT

South Carolina's Marcus Lattimore (21) celebrates his game-winning touchdown with teammates in the second half of an NCAA college football game, Thursday, Aug. 30, 2012, in Nashville, Tenn. South Carolina won 17-13. (AP Photo/John Russell)

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Ninth-ranked South Carolina and coach Steve Spurrier got a big scare to open the season. Marcus Lattimore and Connor Shaw helped the Gamecocks grind their way through past scrappy Vanderbilt.


Titans WR Britt to be suspended 1 game (Yahoo! Sports)

Posted: 30 Aug 2012 07:46 PM PDT

NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- The NFL has suspended Titans wide receiver Kenny Britt one game after a driving under the influence arrest, his eighth run-in with police since he was drafted in 2009.

четверг, 30 августа 2012 г.

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Atlanta Dream in disarray after suspending Angel McCoughtry

Posted: 29 Aug 2012 11:22 PM PDT

The Atlanta Dream's season has gone awry with the suspension of star Angel McCoughtry and firing of coach-general manager Marynell Meadors.

Clemens plans to make second start for Skeeters

Posted: 29 Aug 2012 10:20 PM PDT

HOUSTON (AP) -- Roger Clemens plans to make a second start for the Sugar Land Skeeters of the independent Atlantic League on Sept. 7.

Harper homers twice, gets ejected in Nats' win

Posted: 29 Aug 2012 10:55 PM PDT

Affable Clijsters had a mean streak

Posted: 29 Aug 2012 09:14 PM PDT

Kim Clijsters is leaving tennis after a loss at the U.S. Open with a legacy of popularity. Let's also remember one of the fiercest competitors the game has seen, writes Bryan Graham.

Oregon St.'s opener vs. Nicholls St. postponed

Posted: 29 Aug 2012 10:00 PM PDT

Hurricane Isaac has forced Oregon State and Nicholls State to postpone their season opener that was set for Saturday at Reser Stadium in Corvallis.

Oregon State, Nicholls State postpone opener (Yahoo! Sports)

Posted: 29 Aug 2012 10:39 PM PDT

Hurricane Isaac has forced Oregon State and Nicholls State to postpone their season opener that was set for Saturday at Reser Stadium in Corvallis.

ND's Pinkett apologizes for 'criminals' remarks

Posted: 29 Aug 2012 10:55 PM PDT

Nicholls St.-Oregon St. postponed

Posted: 29 Aug 2012 10:04 PM PDT

By The Associated Press

NFL to use replacement officials for Week 1 (Yahoo! Sports)

Posted: 29 Aug 2012 08:33 PM PDT

FILE - This Aug. 26, 2012 file photo shows San Francisco 49ers head coach Jim Harbaugh, right, arguing with a replacement official during the second quarter of an NFL preseason football game against the Denver Broncos,  in Denver. The NFL will open the regular season with replacement officials. League executive Ray Anderson has told the 32 teams that with negotiations remaining at a standstill between the NFL and the officials' union. The replacements will be on the field beginning next Wednesday night, Sept. 5, 2012 when the Cowboys visit the Giants to open the season. (AP Photo/Joe Mahoney, File)

NEW YORK (AP) -- The NFL will open the regular season next week with replacement officials and said it was prepared to use them ''as much ... as necessary'' afterward.


Golovkin hopes to prove his place among middleweight elite

Posted: 29 Aug 2012 09:08 PM PDT

The name won't ring a bell for all but the most plugged in U.S. boxing fans.

Harper's homers leads Nationals past Marlins 8-4 (Yahoo! Sports)

Posted: 29 Aug 2012 08:37 PM PDT

Washington Nationals relief pitcher Tyler Clippard, left, and catcher Kurt Suzuki celebrate after defeating the Miami Marlins 8-4 during a baseball game on Wednesday, Aug. 29, 2012, in Miami. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee)

MIAMI (AP) -- Bryce Harper's first two-homer game ended with his latest tantrum.


Longoria homers twice to help Rays top Rangers 8-4 (Yahoo! Sports)

Posted: 29 Aug 2012 09:02 PM PDT

Tampa Bay Rays designated hitter Evan Longoria watches the ball sail toward the fence after hitting a two-run home run against Texas Rangers pitcher Matt Harrison in the first inning of a baseball game, Wednesday, Aug. 29, 2012, in Arlington, Texas. The hit also scored Ben Zorbist. (AP Photo/Tim Sharp)

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) -- Tampa Bay's offense has sputtered at times this season.


Roundup: Evan Longoria, Rays snap four-game skid vs. Rangers

Posted: 29 Aug 2012 10:41 PM PDT

Wednesday's American League roundup: Bruce Chen, Royals shut out Tigers, and White Sox spoil Joe Saunders' Orioles debut.

Even if Locker struggles, Titans do right thing

Posted: 29 Aug 2012 10:04 PM PDT

Dennis Dillon: 2012 Division Preview: AFC South

Posted: 29 Aug 2012 03:12 PM PDT

The Texans leapt to the top of the AFC South last season in the wake of the Colts' collapse. Can they hold off the Titans and stay there? Dennis Dillon sees a two-team race ahead.

UFC fighters advised to take what's offered

Posted: 29 Aug 2012 08:09 PM PDT

After 17 years managing the careers of MMA fighters, Monte Cox has learned that there are two ways to get along in the UFC.

Murray gets questioned about Harry photos

Posted: 29 Aug 2012 07:51 PM PDT

The Olympic gold medalist says people are staking out his hotel and asking about Prince Harry's 'crown jewels'

Life-sized Shaq painting on sale for $3,995

Posted: 29 Aug 2012 07:10 PM PDT

In the market for a life-sized oil painting of Shaq as Superman? You're in luck. This Craigslist user is selling one for $3,995.

Bryce Harper ejected after 2 homers as Nationals top Marlins

Posted: 29 Aug 2012 08:42 PM PDT

Bryce Harper homered twice for the first itme, then was ejected after a double play as the Washington Nationals beat the Miami Marlins.

Harper hits 2 homers, ejected in Nationals' win

Posted: 29 Aug 2012 09:35 PM PDT

Bryce Harper homered twice for the first time in his career and the first-place Washington Nationals snapped a five-game losing streak by beating the Miami Marlins 8-4 Wednesday night.

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Police arrest three in assault on Wisconsin's Ball

Posted: 28 Aug 2012 08:53 PM PDT

MADISON, Wis. (AP) -- Three suspects accused of assaulting Wisconsin running back Montee Ball were arrested Tuesday, nearly a month after the Heisman Trophy finalist suffered a concussion during an early-morning attack near campus.

Ex-Penn St. faculty blast NCAA over investigation

Posted: 28 Aug 2012 03:35 PM PDT

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Former Penn State faculty leaders blasted the NCAA and former FBI director Louis Freeh on Tuesday over their handling of the Jerry Sandusky child sex-abuse scandal, saying Freeh's report - prepared for the university - and the NCAA's $60 million in fines unfairly punish the entire university community.

NGUYEN: Serena begins quest for U.S. Open retribution in resounding fashion

Posted: 28 Aug 2012 11:50 PM PDT

Serena Williams and the U.S. Open have a wild history. Now Serena is trying a calmer approach. Her 6-1, 6-1 win over Coco Vandeweghe was a good start, writes Courtney Nguyen.

Man faces felony charges in FAMU hazing death

Posted: 28 Aug 2012 11:05 PM PDT

Florida A&M marching band member Dante Martin faces felony hazing charges in connection to the death of former FAMU drum major Robert Champion.

Cueto wins ML-best 17th, Reds top Diamondbacks 5-2 (Yahoo! Sports)

Posted: 28 Aug 2012 10:45 PM PDT

Cincinnati Reds pitcher Johnny Cueto throws in the first inning against the Arizona Diamondbacks during a baseball game, Tuesday, Aug. 28, 2012, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)

PHOENIX (AP) -- Johnny Cueto leads the majors in wins and has his sights set even higher.


Police arrest 3 in assault on Wisconsin RB Ball (Yahoo! Sports)

Posted: 28 Aug 2012 08:47 PM PDT

MADISON, Wis. (AP) -- Three suspects accused of assaulting Wisconsin running back Montee Ball were arrested Tuesday, nearly a month after the Heisman Trophy finalist suffered a concussion during an early-morning attack near campus.

Oswalt knew about waivers, wants to help out

Posted: 28 Aug 2012 10:44 PM PDT

Texas Rangers pitcher Roy Oswalt said he was surprised word of him clearing waivers became big news Tuesday. He said he's known for three weeks.

Clippers' Griffin 'ready to go' after knee surgery

Posted: 28 Aug 2012 05:03 PM PDT

Los Angeles Clippers forward Blake Griffin is healthy and ready for the start of training camp.

Luikin, Douglas preparing to launch gymnastics tour

Posted: 28 Aug 2012 09:28 PM PDT

Gabby Douglas has barely had time to enjoy her Olympic all-around gymnastics success and now it's time to get back to work.

Darvish strikes out 10 as Rangers beat Rays 1-0 (Yahoo! Sports)

Posted: 28 Aug 2012 09:18 PM PDT

Texas Rangers starting pitcher Yu Darvish, of Japan, delivers to the Tampa Bay Rays in the first inning of a baseball game, Tuesday, Aug. 28, 2012, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez)

ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) -- Yu Darvish finally feels like he's just pitching for the Texas Rangers.


Rosario homers as Rockies beat Dodgers 8-4 (Yahoo! Sports)

Posted: 28 Aug 2012 10:02 PM PDT

Los Angeles Dodgers center fielder Matt Kemp (27) slams into the wall chasing a Colorado Rockies' Josh Rutledge triple during the first inning of a baseball game, Tuesday, Aug. 28, 2012, in Denver. Kemp was injured on the play. (AP Photo/Barry Gutierrez)

DENVER (AP) -- The Los Angeles Dodgers lost a game and some ground in the NL West.


Moustakas powers Royals past Tigers 9-8 (Yahoo! Sports)

Posted: 28 Aug 2012 09:58 PM PDT

Kansas City Royals' Mike Moustakas hits an RBI double during the eighth inning of a baseball game against the Detroit Tigers, Tuesday, Aug. 28, 2012, in Kansas City, Mo. The Royals won 9-8. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) -- Mike Moustakas had a difficult road trip, then had to face Justin Verlander when the Kansas City Royals kicked off a 10-game homestand on Tuesday night.


Strasburg rocked in bid for No. 16

Posted: 28 Aug 2012 11:50 PM PDT

Watch: Teammates pull off crazy circus catch

Posted: 28 Aug 2012 09:19 PM PDT

San Francisco Giants infielders Pablo Sandoval and Brandon Crawford combined to finish off the rare assisted fly out.

Wisconsin police arrest 3 for attack on RB Ball

Posted: 28 Aug 2012 10:25 PM PDT

Police have arrested three suspects in the assault on Wisconsin running back Montee Ball.

Texas Rangers' Yu Darvish tops Tampa Bay Rays' James Shields

Posted: 28 Aug 2012 09:03 PM PDT

Yu Darvish struck out 10 over seven innings for the Texas Rangers to win a 1-0 pitchers' duel against James Shields and the Tampa Bay Rays.

New rules will impact 'one of the most violent plays'

Posted: 28 Aug 2012 09:00 PM PDT

College football kicks off Thursday night, and no one seems sure what will happen — on the kickoffs, that is.

Ex-Vols WR Da'Rick Rogers says drug tests led to his exit

Posted: 28 Aug 2012 08:51 PM PDT

Da'Rick Rogers says failed drug tests caused his recent departure from Tennessee.

Serena conquers wind, Vandeweghe in first-round win

Posted: 28 Aug 2012 07:21 PM PDT

Picking up right where she left off at Wimbledon and the Olympics, Serena Williams took just 55 minutes to beat CoCo Vandeweghe 6-1, 6-1 and move into U.S. Open's second round.

Pedro Alvarez, Pittsburgh Pirates rout St. Louis Cardinals

Posted: 28 Aug 2012 09:47 PM PDT

National League roundup: New York Mets rout Philadelphia Phillies in 10th, and Milwaukee Brewers best Chicago Cubs