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Spain tops FIFA world rankings; US is No. 24 (AP)
European champion Spain remained No. 1 in FIFA's rankings Wednesday, followed by Germany, Italy and the Netherlands. The United States dropped to No. 24, tops in its regional group. England advanced to No. 10 among the world's soccer elite, moving up four places. Coach Fabio Capello's team fell from the top 10 in July after failing to qualify for the European Championship.
Twins put Slowey on DL with strained wrist
Minnesota Twins right-hander Kevin Slowey has been placed on the 15-day disabled list with a strained wrist following his start against the Detroit Tigers.
Polanco's RBI single helps Tigers outlast Twins in 16
Placido Polanco hit a pair of extra-inning RBI singles, the second giving the Detroit Tigers the lead for good in an 11-9 victory over the Minnesota Twins in 16 innings Friday night.
Manny goes 0 for 3 with walk in return; Dodgers win
Returning from his suspension for violating baseball's drug policy, Manny Ramirez barely hit the ball out of the infield in the Dodgers' 6-3 win over the San Diego Padres on Friday night.
Tigers get by Twins after 5-hour, 16-inning epic
Placido Polanco hit a pair of extra-inning RBI singles, the second giving the Detroit Tigers the lead for good in an 11-9 victory over the Minnesota Twins in 16 innings Friday night.
Three-run 16th gives Tigers victory over Twins
(AP)
AP - Placido Polanco hit a pair of extra-inning RBI singles, the second giving the Detroit Tigers the lead for good in an 11-9 victory over the Minnesota Twins in 16 innings Friday night.
Giants rout Astros in majors-best 10th shutout
Pablo Sandoval hit a two-run homer to boost his bid for an All-Star spot and stake rookie Ryan Sadowski to an early lead, and the San Francisco Giants routed the Houston Astros 13-0 on Friday night.
Manny Ramirez's unremarkable return
Other than the hype and red caps, Ramirez's first game back was rather uneventful
Manny 0 for 3 in return as Dodgers beat Padres
Returning from his suspension for violating baseball's drug policy, Los Angeles slugger Manny Ramirez barely hit the ball out of the infield in the Dodgers' 6-3 win over the San Diego Padres on Friday night.
Salt Lake extends unbeaten streak to five games
San Jose kicked in an own-goal in second-half injury time, allowing Real Salt Lake to tie the Earthquakes 1-1 on Friday.
Kings acquire left wing Smyth from Avalanche
The Los Angeles Kings acquired left wing left wing Ryan Smyth from the Colorado Avalanche on Friday night for defensemen Kyle Quincey and Tom Preissing and a fifth-round draft pick next year.
Special to The Washington Post - Washington Post
BBC Sport Special to The Washington Post Washington Post Lance Armstrong has had many monikers in his cycling career: seven-time Tour de France winner, cancer survivor, philanthropist. And as the 180-rider Tour begins in Monaco today, he appears prepared to add another title to the list: dutiful teammate. ... Tour de France to begin in Monaco Los Angeles Times A murky, magnificent team San Franci..
Ramirez hitless in return from suspension
(AP)
AP - Manny Ramirez looked like a guy who missed 50 games.
Dodgers win in Manny's return - FOXSports.com
Seattle Post Intelligencer Dodgers win in Manny's return FOXSports.com Jon Paul Morosi is a national MLB writer for FOXSports.com. He previously covered baseball for the Detroit Free Press and Seattle Post-Intelligencer. He began his journalism career at the Bay City Times in his native Michigan. ... Fans can't even work up anger anymore at stars such as Manny SI.com Ramirez hitless in re..
Fan friendly? Not quite - Boston Herald
Globe and Mail Fan friendly? Not quite Boston Herald Third baseman Kevin Youkilis [stats] had no hard feelings toward the young fan who got between him and a key foul ball during the Red Sox [team stats]' 7-6, 11-inning loss to Seattle last night at Fenway Park [map]. ... Mariners squeak past Red Sox in 11 Seattle Post Intelligencer Johnson's 2-run double lifts Mariners to 7-6 win The Ass..
Gold Cup: El Salvador Hit Late To Beat Costa Rica (Goal.com)
Two goals from Osale Romero led El Salvador to 2-1 win over Costa Rica in Gold Cup Group A action.
Kings acquire F Smyth in multi-player deal - MiamiHerald.com
CBC.ca Kings acquire F Smyth in multi-player deal MiamiHerald.com By Sports Network The Los Angeles Kings boosted their offense on Friday, acquiring All-Star forward Ryan Smyth from the Colorado Avalanche in a three-player deal. Smyth, 33, tied for the Avalanche lead in points last season with 59, posting 26 goals ... Los Angeles Kings acquire power forward Ryan Smyth from Avalanche The Canadian ..
Indians tee off on A's pitching - San Francisco Chronicle
Yahoo! Sports Indians tee off on A's pitching San Francisco Chronicle This is Trevor Cahill's first trip in his life to Cleveland, and he faced the Indians for the first time Friday night. So excuse the 21-year-old rookie if he thinks the Indians are bound for the World Series. Or Shin-Soo Choo is an MVP candidate. ... Athletics-Indians Preview SportingNews.com Choo provides the fireworks..
Hedo Turkoglu to Blazers a no-go - Boston Herald
Washington Post Hedo Turkoglu to Blazers a no-go Boston Herald By Herald Wire Services / NBA Free agent forward Hedo Turkoglu and the Portland Trail Blazers ended contract talks, a person close to the team confirmed yesterday. Earlier yesterday, there were reports that Turkoglu had agreed in principle with the ... Sources: Turkoglu headed to Toronto ESPN Raptors nab Turkoglu: report CBC.ca Source..
Giants' onslaught buries Astros - MLB.com
Seattle Post Intelligencer Giants' onslaught buries Astros MLB.com SAN FRANCISCO -- Backed by the Giants' season-high run total in his second Major League start, Ryan Sadowski won his home debut in a 13-0 rout of the Astros on Friday night at China Basin. The San Francisco lineup peppered ... Giants get to Paulino early, blow out Astros 13-0 Houston Chronicle Giants get 15 hits in 13-0 ro..
Sprint Cup: Tony Stewart gets pole after rain washes out Daytona International Speedway qualifying
Points leader Tony Stewart was awarded the pole for Saturday night's race at Daytona International Speedway, getting the top spot when rain washed out Sprint Cup qualifying.
El Salvador surprises Costa Rica 2-1 (AP)
Osael Romero scored two goals, including the winner in the 86th minute, to give El Salvador a 2-1 victory over Costa Rica in Group A at the Gold Cup on Friday night. El Salvador and Canada share first place with three points apiece after Canada defeated Jamaica 1-0. Romero broke a 1-1 tie by intercepting an attempted defensive clearance and scoring on a low 16-yard shot before an overwhelmingly...
Kings acquire LW Smyth from Avalanche (AP)
The Los Angeles Kings acquired left wing left wing Ryan Smyth from the Colorado Avalanche on Friday night for defensemen Kyle Quincey and Tom Preissing and a fifth-round draft pick next year. The 33-year-old Smyth had 26 goals and 33 assists in 77 games last season. He has 310 goals and 350 assists in 920 regular-season games with Edmonton, the New York Islanders and Colorado.
Close Canada/Jamaica Match Kicks Off Gold Cup (Goal.com)
For most of the match, Jamaica and Canada were even, but a magnificent strike by Ali Gerba lifted Canada, much to the frustration of the Reggae Boyz.
Kings acquire Smyth from Avalanche
(AP)
AP - The Los Angeles Kings acquired left wing left wing Ryan Smyth from the Colorado Avalanche on Friday night for defensemen Kyle Quincey and Tom Preissing and a fifth-round draft pick next year.
Cubs' Ramirez, Johnson make rehab starts
(AP)
AP - Aramis Ramirez had a double in three plate appearances in his first rehabilitation game since going on the disable list May 9 with a dislocated left shoulder.
Andy Roddick comes in from cold to reach Wimbledon final - Los Angeles Times
BBC Sport Andy Roddick comes in from cold to reach Wimbledon final Los Angeles Times Roger Federer acknowledges the crowd after defeating Tommy Haas in their semifinal match at Wimbledon on Friday. Armed with a new coach, leaner body and a game featuring more frequent and purposeful net approaches, he upsets Andy ... Disappointment, but the British Are Used to It New York Times Federer, Roddick t..
Any winners in Artest, Ariza deals? - Los Angeles Times
ESPN Any winners in Artest, Ariza deals? Los Angeles Times Trevor Ariza, who agreed to a deal with the Houston Rockets on Thursday, throws out the ceremonial first pitch at Dodger Stadium on June 28. The Lakers saved Trevor Ariza's nowhere career and gave him an NBA life and a ring, not to mention a very ... Artest, Lakers 'a perfect marriage?' Press-Enterprise Artest a good player, b..
AL: Danks leads White Sox to seventh win in row
Friday's AL roundup: John Danks threw 7 1/3 shutout innings and got a big lift from reliever Scott Linebrink as the Chicago White Sox beat the Kansas City Royals 5-0 for their seventh straight victory.
Wimbledon at mercy of Williams sisters
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AFP - Venus and Serena Williams clash in a fourth all-sister Wimbledon final on Saturday determined to prove that their domination of the event is not a backward step for the sport's future welfare.
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