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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.
Nolan Ryan: Rangers not hurt by owner Tom Hicks' financial difficulties
Texas team president Nolan Ryan said Friday that the club is not hamstrung by owner Tom Hicks' financial difficulties, a day after a report that Major League Baseball loaned millions to the team owner.
Chicago White Sox left fielder Carlos Quentin to begin rehab in Charlotte
Quentin on DL since May 29.
Colorado Rockies catcher Yorvit Torrealba eager for return after son's kidnapping
Yorvit Torrealba required only a few games in the minors to regain his timing at the plate. As for his emotional state, the Colorado Rockies catcher needed something much simpler: his son by his side.
Briefs: Dice-K heading to Florida to strengthen shoulder
Friday's news briefs: Boston right-hander Daisuke Matsuzaka will head to Florida on Monday to begin a spring training-like strengthening program that the Red Sox hope will get him back to the big leagues later this season.
Former Hawaii quarterback Chang arrested
Former Hawaii quarterback Timmy Chang, one of the most prolific passers in college football history, has been arrested on suspicion of robbery and released without charges pending further investigation.
Former Hawaii record-setting QB Chang arrested
Former Hawaii quarterback Timmy Chang, one of the most prolific passers in college football history, has been arrested on suspicion of robbery and released without charges pending further investigation.
Pirates' Doumit plays for first time since breaking wrist
Pittsburgh Pirates catcher Ryan Doumit caught five innings of a Gulf Coast League game Friday, the first time he has played since breaking his right wrist April 19.
NHL free agency: Source: Columbus Blue Jackets keep superstar Rick Nash in fold with 8-year extension
The Columbus Blue Jackets have signed All-Star sniper Rick Nash to an eight year, $62.4 million extension, a source told ESPN.com.
Twins target April 12 to open Target Field
Target Field has a target date. Outdoor baseball is tentatively set to return to Minneapolis on April 12 when the Minnesota Twins play their 2010 home opener against the Boston Red Sox.
Twins targeting April 12 to open Target Field
Target Field has a target date. Outdoor baseball is tentatively set to return to Minneapolis on April 12 when the Minnesota Twins play their 2010 home opener against the Boston Red Sox.
Even in play, it's all work for Tiger Woods
(AP)
AP - Tiger Woods can run down the list of the top 100 golf courses in America and find plenty that he hasn't played unless he was in a golf tournament.
Shapiro
Host Tiger Woods is in a familiar spot at his tournament at Congressional -- in first -- but Len Shapiro says lurking five back is a guy who seems to be more and more comfortable contending: new U.S. Open champ Lucas Glover.
Open title looking like springboard, not spoiler, for Glover
Host Tiger Woods is in a familiar spot at his tournament at Congressional -- in first -- but Len Shapiro says lurking five back is a guy who seems to be more and more comfortable contending: new U.S. Open champ Lucas Glover.
Manny tells fans, teammates sorry as ban ends
Manny Ramirez has apologized to fans and his teammates. He's not talking about steroids, though. The slugger's 50-game suspension for violating baseball's drug policy ended Friday and he was set to play for the Los Angeles Dodgers against the San Diego Padres.
Havlat delighted to join Wild (AP)
When Chicago would no longer give him a long-term contract, Martin Havlat turned his focus to Minnesota. He was intrigued by the Wild's hockey-savvy fans, well-regarded arena, young core players and new up-tempo style, enough that he was willing to take a little less money than offered elsewhere to leave general manager Chuck Fletcher salary-cap flexibility.
Notre Dame promotes Ingelsby to assistant coach
Notre Dame coach Mike Brey has promoted Martin Ingelsby to assistant coach, filling the vacancy created when nine-year associate head coach Sean Kearney was hired as head coach at Holy Cross.
Red Sox make pitch to save BPD mounted unit - WHDH-TV
NECN Red Sox make pitch to save BPD mounted unit WHDH-TV BOSTON -- Red Sox owner John Henry is reportedly pitching a plan to save the Boston Police Mounted Unit. The unit was disbanded last month because there was no room in the budget for its $700000 price tag, but some people say the historic unit belongs ... Dice-K bound for Florida to strengthen his arm Providence Journal Clubhouse Insider WE..
Ramirez apologizes to fans, teammates
(AP)
AP - Manny Ramirez returned to the big leagues and apologized to fans and his teammates. He refused to talk about steroids, though.
Laura Diaz, Sarah Kemp share Farr lead
With a surprised hop, Laura Diaz tied Sarah Kemp for the second-round lead Friday in the Jamie Farr Owens Corning Classic.
Diaz, Kemp reach 11 under to share lead at Farr
With a surprised hop, Laura Diaz tied Sarah Kemp for the second-round lead Friday in the Jamie Farr Owens Corning Classic.
Spander
People doubted Andy Roddick. He doubted himself. But his path to the Wimbledon final vs. Roger Federer shows that it was premature to write off the American, Art Spander says. No doubt about it.
Another rainout puts Stewart on Daytona pole - SportingNews.com
USA Today Another rainout puts Stewart on Daytona pole SportingNews.com Tony Stewart starting on the pole because of a qualifying rainout is becoming almost as commonplace. NASCAR canceled Friday's time trials at Daytona International Speedway after a thunderstorm drenched the track, and as a result, ... Earnhardt eyes Daytona as part of turnaround The Associated Press Bowyer captures pole fo..
Lakers head coach Jackson commits to another season
(Reuters)
Reuters - Los Angeles Lakers head coach Phil Jackson will stay in charge for the 2009-10 season, he said on Friday as he ended speculation about his future.
Daisuke Matsuzaka heads to Florida to begin rehab program
Boston right-hander Daisuke Matsuzaka will be going to Florida on Monday to begin a strengthening program that the Red Sox hope will get him back to the big leagues later this season.
Los Angeles Dodgers slugger Manny Ramirez apologizes, but won't talk about steroids
Manny Ramirez has apologized to fans and his teammates. He's not talking about steroids, though.
P. Gasol will play for Spain at Euro Championship
Los Angeles Lakers center Pau Gasol will play for Spain in September in the European Basketball Championship.
Tiger makes his move, roars into AT&T National lead - USA Today
GolfDigest.com Tiger makes his move, roars into AT&T National lead USA Today By Hunter Martin, Getty Images By Matt Poms, USA TODAY BETHESDA, Md. — It is called the AT&T National hosted by Tiger Woods. But this year, the tournament is in serious danger of becoming the AT&T National dominated by Tiger Woods. ... Tiger moves into lead at Congressional The Associated Press Golf Capsules SI.com Pampl..
Stewart on Daytona pole
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.
Earnhardt eyes Daytona as part of turnaround
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AP - Dale Earnhardt Jr. doesn't know when he'll end his winless streak, or how long it will take to turn around his horrendous season.
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