June 20, 2013

Wife says McCourt tricked her out of share of Dodgers

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LOS ANGELES (AP) — A divorce battle that could determine who owns the Los Angeles Dodgers began Monday with attorneys for ex-team CEO Jamie McCourt arguing she was deceived about a marital agreement by her estranged husband, Frank McCourt. His lawyers countered by portraying Jamie McCourt as a savvy businesswoman who pushed for the arrangement [...]

Pena homers, Davis wins 6th straight for Rays

Pena homers, Davis wins 6th straight for Rays ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — The Tampa Bay Rays have almost everything they could want for a September playoff run. They’re in first place, and they’re getting big hits and powerful pitching. Now they just need some more fans to show up. Carlos Pena homered and drove [...]

Cano, Yankees tag Cahill in 11-5 rout of Oakland

Cano, Yankees tag Cahill in 11-5 rout of Oakland NEW YORK (AP) — Trevor Cahill hardly looked like a Cy Young Award contender against the New York Yankees . Robinson Cano , Mark Teixeira and the Yankees tagged Cahill for the second time this season, emphatically ending the All-Star’s run of pitching excellence in an [...]

Team USA still perfect at worlds despite offensive woes, bench lows

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USA vs. Brazil 70 68 USA’s Schedule: Group B Game 1: USA 106, Croatia 78 Game 2: USA 99, Slovenia 77 vs. Iran: Wed., Sept. 1, Noon, ESPN vs. Tunisia: Thurs., Sept. 2, 4:30 p.m., ESPN Team USA needed every bit of Kevin Durant’s 27 points (9-of-18 shooting) and 39 minutes to beat Brazil in [...]

It’s official — ChiSox get Ramirez

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CLEVELAND (AP) – Manny Ramirez will have to follow two nonnegotiable rules if he’s going to play for White Sox manager Ozzie Guillen. No. 1: Stretch with your teammates. No. 2: Be on the field for the national anthem. That’s it. Well, he may have to trim the dreadlocks. But that’s about it. “I want [...]

Browns expect Suh penalty to be reviewed

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BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Lions rookie defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh grabbed Jake Delhomme’s face mask, twisted it, wrapped his arms around the Browns quarterback’s head and slammed him to the ground. It was hard to watch – in real time or instant replay. The Browns hope the NFL looks at it again. Cleveland coach Eric [...]

Clarett signs with Omaha team in UFL

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OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — Wearing the same No. 13 he wore so well as an Ohio State freshman eight years ago, Maurice Clarett began his bid to return to football Monday night on a high school field where the minor-league Omaha Nighthawks practiced before a handful of onlookers. Clarett signed a one-year contract with the [...]

Bob Bradley extends stay as US coach to end Villa talk

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Bob Bradley has signed a new four-year extension to his contract as United States coach, ending speculation linking him with the Aston Villa job. The 52-year-old told BBC Sport last week that he would be “honoured” to talk to Villa owner Randy Lerner about succeeding Martin O’Neill as manager. However, Bradley, who took the US [...]

Roger Federer eases past Brian Dabul at US Open

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Federer saw his five-year unbeaten run in New York end 12 months ago Five-time champion Roger Federer got his US Open campaign off to a smooth start as he defeated Argentina’s Brian Dabul in the first round. The Swiss eased through 6-1 6-4 6-2 in the night session, with one spectacular through-the-legs winner in the [...]

Roger Clemens pleads not guilty to charge of lying

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WASHINGTON – Seven-time Cy Young winner Roger Clemens pleaded not guilty Monday to charges of lying to Congress about whether he used steroids or human growth hormone. When asked for a plea by U.S. District Judge Reggie Walton, the retired Major League Baseball pitcher said in a clear voice: “Not guilty, your honor.” Wearing a [...]