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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.
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.
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.
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.
For Manny Ramirez, cheers outdo jeers; Dodgers lead 6-1 - Los Angeles Times
Los Angeles Times For Manny Ramirez, cheers outdo jeers; Dodgers lead 6-1 Los Angeles Times Dodgers outfielder Manny Ramirez tosses his bat into the air after missing a pitch in his first at-bat against the San Diego Padres on Friday. Ramirez is returning from a 50-game suspension. He goes hitless with a walk in four at-bats before coming out ... Manny's return ripples through LA's lineup..
Rangers' Hunter secures first big league win as he turns 23 - MLB.com
Yahoo! Sports Rangers' Hunter secures first big league win as he turns 23 MLB.com ARLINGTON -- Hank Blalock provided another huge home run as the Rangers beat the Rays, 3-1, on Friday at Rangers Ballpark in Arlington. Andruw Jones reached on a fielding error by shortstop Jason Bartlett to lead off the ... Rangers get just enough offense to top Rays Seattle Post Intelligencer Hunter, Rangers b..
Pujols hits 4th grand slam
Albert Pujols hit his club-record fourth grand slam of the season, and Jarrett Hoffpauir drove in the go-ahead runs in the ninth inning with his first career hit as the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Cincinnati Reds 7-4 on Friday night.
Pujols hits 4th grand slam of season in Cards win
Albert Pujols hit his club-record fourth grand slam of the season, and Jarrett Hoffpauir drove in the go-ahead runs in the ninth inning with his first career hit as the St. Louis Cardinals beat the Cincinnati Reds 7-4 on Friday night.
NHL free agency: Source: Colorado Avalanche trade Ryan Smyth to Los Angeles Kings for two defenseman, pick
The Colorado Avalanche have traded Ryan Smyth to the Los Angeles Kings for defensemen Kyle Quincey, Tom Preissing and a fifth-round pick, a leaked source told ESPN's John Buccigross Friday night.
Sources: Turkoglu headed to Toronto - ESPN
TSN.ca Sources: Turkoglu headed to Toronto ESPN Free agent forward Hedo Turkoglu changed his mind Friday, deciding not to join the Portland Trail Blazers, opting instead to accept an offer from the Toronto Raptors, sources told ESPN.com. The Raptors last-minute bid will give Turkoglu all of the ... Turkoglu, Portland negotiations fall apart NBA.com Leaving a trail: Turkoglu breaks off talks with ..
Daytona win is first for Bowyer this year in Nationwide
Clint Bowyer won the Nationwide Series race at Daytona International Speedway for his first victory of the year.
Owen completes stunning Manchester United move
(AFP)
AFP - Michael Owen has joined English champions Manchester United on a two-year contract, the club announced here on Friday, in a remarkable turnaround for the injury-prone striker.
Johnson drives in eventual winner
Rob Johnson doubled home two runs in the 11th inning and the Seattle Mariners beat the Boston Red Sox 7-6 on Friday night.
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Johnson's two-run double in 11th lifts M's past BoSox
Rob Johnson doubled home two runs in the 11th inning and the Seattle Mariners beat the Boston Red Sox 7-6 on Friday night.
NL: Pinch-hit HR helps Braves notch fifth straight win
Friday's NL roundup: Pinch-hitter Brooks Conrad hit a go-ahead three-run homer in the seventh inning and the Atlanta Braves beat the Washington Nationals 9-8 for their season-high fifth straight win.
Astana Has a Leader (Maybe Two) - New York Times
Times Online Astana Has a Leader (Maybe Two) New York Times “If Alberto is better,” Lance Armstrong, right, said earlier this week of his Astana teammate, Alberto Contador, “I will ride for him.” By JULIET MACUR MONACO — As his riders made final preparations for the Tour de France, the Astana team manager, ... Armstrong Just May Take a Back Seat Washington Post Tour de France to begin in Monaco L..
Choo hits two HRs, drives in seven
Shin-Soo Choo homered twice and drove in a career-high seven runs to lead the Cleveland Indians to a 15-3 victory over the Oakland Athletics on Friday night, snapping their five-game losing streak.
Choo homers twice, drives in seven for Indians
Shin-Soo Choo homered twice and drove in a career-high seven runs to lead the Cleveland Indians to a 15-3 victory over the Oakland Athletics on Friday night, snapping their five-game losing streak.
De La Rosa leads Rockies to 5-0 win over Arizona
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AP - Jorge De La Rosa pitched eight innings, Ian Stewart hit a solo homer and the Colorado Rockies beat the slumping Arizona Diamondbacks 5-0 on Friday night.
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Better Talk Now, the multiple Grade 1 winning 10-year-old gelding, will scratch out of Saturday's Grade 1 United Nations Handicap at Monmouth Park after injuring a splint bone in a hind leg, trainer Graham Motion said.
Morton throws six solid innings as Pirates edge Marlins
Brandon Moss and Ramon Vazquez homered and Charlie Morton pitched six shutout innings to help the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Florida Marlins 7-4 on Friday night.
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