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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.
Cheers overshadow boos in Manny Ramirez's return - Los Angeles Times
Globe and Mail Cheers overshadow boos in Manny Ramirez's return Los Angeles Times Fans sitting in the left field stands at Petco Park express their opinions about Manny Ramirez, below, who returned Friday from a 50-game suspension. Many fans welcome Ramirez, who was serving a 50-game suspension for violating Major League Baseball's ... Ramirez Returns, but Dodgers Don't Need Him New Y..
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.
Orioles get to Ervin Santana in his return - Los Angeles Times
Los Angeles Times Orioles get to Ervin Santana in his return Los Angeles Times Baltimore second baseman Brian Roberts gets around the tag of Angels catcher Jeff Mathis to score in the fourth inning of the Orioles' 6-4 victory Friday. He strikes out five, but Baltimore hitters get to him early in a 6-4 win. ... Recap: LA Angels vs. Baltimore Kansas City Star Santana feels good but results are ..
Astros-Giants Preview - SportingNews.com
Seattle Post Intelligencer Astros-Giants Preview SportingNews.com The San Francisco Giants jumped on the Houston Astros early in their series opener, setting a season high in runs by the third inning. Considering the way Tim Lincecum's been pitching, it might only take one run to win Saturday. ... The Big Sadowski goes to 2-0 San Francisco Chronicle Giants rout Astros, 13-0 Los Angeles Times ..
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.
Ariza wants chance to improve with new team - Houston Chronicle
Los Angeles Times Ariza wants chance to improve with new team Houston Chronicle Trevor Ariza arrives at the Laker's official championship victory party at Club Nokia on June 18, 2009 in Los Angeles. Sorry, your version of Flash doesn't support this video. ... Any winners in Artest, Ariza deals? Los Angeles Times Artest a good player, but bad fit for Lakers CharlotteObserver.com Trevor Ari..
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
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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.
Leaving a trail: Turkoglu snubs Portland, to sign with Raptors - Seattle Post Intelligencer
TSN.ca Leaving a trail: Turkoglu snubs Portland, to sign with Raptors Seattle Post Intelligencer Portland, OR (Sports Network) - Sharp-shooting forward Hedo Turkoglu appeared headed to the Portland Trail Blazers on Friday afternoon, but by nightfall those talks apparently broke off. In the latest turn of events, TNT basketball analyst David ... Sources: Turkoglu headed to Toronto ESPN Hedo Turkog..
Mariners-Red Sox Preview - SportingNews.com
Globe and Mail Mariners-Red Sox Preview SportingNews.com Faced with one of the most difficult road trips possible, the Seattle Mariners are one victory away from ensuring it's a winning one. They can also clinch a series at Fenway Park for the first time in nearly eight years when they continue their ... Still worthy of a starring role Boston Herald Mariners squeak past Red Sox in 11 Seattle ..
Manny Ramirez's unremarkable return
Other than the hype and red caps, Ramirez's first game back was rather uneventful
Woods dials up AT&T record - Houston Chronicle
Brisbane Times Woods dials up AT&T record Houston Chronicle Tiger Woods is clinging to a one-shot lead at the AT&T National after shooting a 4-under 66 on Friday. BETHESDA, Md. — The best of Tiger Woods came Friday when his game was falling apart. Woods lived up to his hopes of being a “greedy host” when he ... A 66 for Woods Puts Him in the Lead by a Stroke New York Times Pampling Makes a Name f..
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.
Tigers pull out 16-inning win over Twins - MLB.com
CharlotteObserver.com Tigers pull out 16-inning win over Twins MLB.com MINNEAPOLIS -- What had been a blown six-run lead for the Tigers eventually became a victory; it just took a while. Placido Polanco's 16th-inning single, his second go-ahead hit in three innings, pulled Detroit back up for good, ... Three-run 16th gives Tigers victory over Twins The Associated Press Slowey (wrist) heads to..
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
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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...
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