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Kaepernick leading competition for backup QB spot
SANTA CLARA (AP) - After an impressive quarter of action in San Francisco's preseason opener last week, Colin Kaepernick has grabbed a clear lead in the three-way competition to be the 49ers' No. 2 quarterback behind starter Alex Smith.
Nationals enjoy highest-scoring game of year vs SF
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) - Kurt Suzuki drove in four runs, Danny Espinosa and Roger Bernadina each knocked in three and the Washington Nationals routed the San Francisco Giants 14-2 Monday night in a matchup of NL division leaders.
Johnny Pesky, beloved by Red Sox fans, dies at 92
BOSTON (AP) - Adored by generations of Red Sox fans, Johnny Pesky was so much a part of Boston baseball that the right-field foul pole at Fenway Park was named for him.
Yankees sign RHP Derek Lowe to bolster bullpen
NEW YORK (AP) - Two weeks ago, Derek Lowe thought his season might be over. He was that disgusted with the way he was pitching.
Gary Nicklaus finally gets chance at Cherry Hill
AURORA, Colo. (AP) - After missing the 1990 U.S. Amateur at Cherry Hills because of a heart ailment, Gary Nicklaus, the son of the legendary golfer, was back Monday in Colorado as a 43-year-old competing with 311 other golfers in this year's edition of the amateur.
NHLPA prepared to make counteroffer in NHL talks
TORONTO (AP) - The NHL Players' Association will present its vision for a new collective bargaining agreement to the NHL when labor talks resume Tuesday.
Olympic flag arrives in Rio, marking race to 2016
RIO DE JANEIRO (AP) - The Olympic flag touched down on Brazilian soil on Monday, marking the start of four years of preparations ahead of the 2016 games in Rio de Janeiro.
Gold medalist Serena goes for Cincinnati title
CINCINNATI (AP) - Serena Williams arrived at the Western & Southern Open with an Olympic gold medal and a chance to win another tournament she had never won before.
State Police: No evidence of Saints wiretapping
NEW ORLEANS (AP) - Louisiana State Police investigators have found no evidence that the Saints or general manager Mickey Loomis rigged Superdome wiring so opposing coaches' radio communications could be intercepted.
Chad Johnson's new reality show is pulled by VH1
DAVIE, Fla. (AP) - For Chad Johnson, a weekend confrontation with his wife has led to repercussions beyond a misdemeanor charge and NFL unemployment.
Perrish Cox pushing to make 49ers roster
SANTA CLARA (AP) - Perrish Cox is quickly making up for lost time and a lost season this summer with the San Francisco 49ers.
Cowboys beat Raiders in exhibition opener
OAKLAND (AP) - Darren McFadden needed one series to show he's in midseason form for Oakland following a foot injury that cut his last season short.
Pomeranz has short outing in Rockies' loss to SF
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) - Drew Pomeranz went four innings in his third straight start and has yet to complete seven innings this season. The rest of the Colorado starting rotation can share the blame, too.
Pomeranz has short outing in Rockies' loss to SF
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) - Drew Pomeranz went four innings in his third straight start and has yet to complete seven innings this season. The rest of the Colorado starting rotation can share the blame, too.
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49ers trying to jump start offense
SANTA CLARA (AP) - Jim Harbaugh called his players together Thursday and talked to them about writing a new story.
Giants retain Lopez
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) - Javier Lopez found a nice fit in San Francisco from the moment the Pittsburgh Pirates dealt him to the Giants at the 2010 trade deadline.
Sharks end drought on home ice
SAN JOSE (AP) - Tommy Wingels scored two goals and Patrick Marleau added a goal and two assists to help the San Jose Sharks get their first home win in more than a month with a 5-1 victory over the Tampa Bay Lightning on Thursday night.
Duke holds off Vandy
DURHAM, N.C. (AP) - Tricia Liston scored 18 points and Alexis Jones had 17 to lead six players in double figures for No. 2 Duke in an 88-69 victory over Vanderbilt on Thursday night.
Durant, Thunder fan hit big shots in win
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) - Kevin Durant and the Oklahoma City Thunder put on one of their best shooting displays of the season Thursday night - and their fans seem to be following the team's cue.
Florida State upends VCU
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) - Ian Miller scored 22 points and Devon Bookert added 18 to help Florida State cruise past No. 10 VCU 85-67 on Thursday night at the Puerto Rico Tip-Off.
No. 17 UCF rolls past Rutgers
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) - No. 17 Central Florida moved closer to the American Athletic Conference title with a dominating performance against struggling Rutgers.
A-Rod’s hearing over; decision likely in Jan.
NEW YORK (AP) - Alex Rodriguez's grievance hearing to overturn his 211-game suspension ended Thursday when both sides rested their cases, a day after the New York Yankees third baseman angrily walked out and decided not to testify in his own defense.
Plan to sell stock in 49er TE moves ahead
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) - An unusual startup trying to sell stock in star athletes is now hoping San Francisco 49er tight end Vernon Davis will prove the concept is a winner.
Weeknight games unlikely at Levi’s
SANTA CLARA (AP) - The San Francisco 49ers are unlikely to host weeknight games at new Levi's Stadium next year in the inaugural season of the venue, a person with direct knowledge of the stadium project said Thursday.
WANTING MOORE
ALAMEDA (AP) - Oakland Raiders rookie quarterback Matt McGloin could be without his top receiver when he makes his second NFL start Sunday against Tennessee.
Jones gives Garrett vote of confidence
IRVING, Texas (AP) - Jason Garrett will start the stretch run in pursuit of his first trip to the playoffs on the same field where he debuted as coach of the Dallas Cowboys three years ago.
Brees throws 2 TDs, Saints beat Falcons
ATLANTA (AP) - Drew Brees threw a pair of touchdown passes and the New Orleans Saints overcame a lackluster offensive showing, holding off the Atlanta Falcons 17-13 Thursday night.
Grizzlies come back to beat Warriors in OT
OAKLAND (AP) - Mike Conley shook off a rough shooting night to make a tiebreaking 3-pointer with 1:36 left in overtime and the Memphis Grizzlies held on to beat the Golden State Warriors 88-81 on Wednesday.
Cousins scores 19 points, Kings beat Suns
PHOENIX (AP) - DeMarcus Cousins overcame a sore shoulder to score 19 points and grab 12 rebounds, leading the Sacramento Kings past the Phoenix Suns 113-106 on Wednesday night for their first road win of the season.
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