Late goal lifts San Jose Quakes over LA Galaxy

CARSON (AP) - Victor Bernardez scored on a free kick deep into stoppage time Sunday night to lift the San Jose Earthquakes to a 1-0 triumph over the Los Angeles Galaxy in the opener of their Western Conference semifinal series.

Martin, Bucs race past Raiders

OAKLAND (AP) - Doug Martin never had a homecoming like this during his stellar college career at Boise State.

Athletics, suspended Colon agree on 1-year deal worth $3 million

OAKLAND (AP) - Suspended pitcher Bartolo Colon is getting a second chance with the Oakland Athletics, agreeing to terms on a $3 million, one-year contract that includes potential performance bonuses.

Ferrer beats Janowicz to win Paris Masters

PARIS (AP) - With none of his usual rivals standing in the way, David Ferrer finally won a Masters final on his fourth attempt.

Johnson holds off Brad Keselowski to win at Texas in Sprint Cup race

FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) - Jimmie Johnson and Brad Keselowski are in quite a fight for the NASCAR Sprint Cup championship.

Ian Poulter rallies to win HSBC Champions

SHENZHEN, China (AP) - Ian Poulter showed he can be a star even when playing only for himself.

Stacy Lewis rallies to win Mizuno Classic

SHIMA, Japan (AP) - Stacy Lewis rallied to win the Mizuno Classic on Sunday for her LPGA Tour-leading fourth title of the year, birdieing the final three holes for an 8-under 64 and a one-stroke victory.

Victory gives San Jose State first winning season since 2006

MOSCOW, Idaho (AP) - David Fales threw four touchdowns to help San Jose State defeat Idaho 42-13 on Saturday afternoon.

Alabama tops poll for 10th straight week

NEW YORK (AP) - After being tested for the first time this season Alabama and Oregon have held their spots at the top of The Associated Press college football poll.

Ref curses in front of crowd, television audience

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) - An NFL referee lost his temper and used an obscenity during the Dolphins-Colts game Sunday, and it was obvious to everyone inside Lucas Oil Stadium and those watching on television.

Raiders RB Darren McFadden injures leg

OAKLAND (AP) - Running back Darren McFadden left the Oakland Raiders' game against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday with a leg injury.

Raiders DT Bryant hospitalized with fast heartbeat

OAKLAND (AP) - Oakland Raiders defensive tackle Desmond Bryant has been taken to the hospital because of a fast heartbeat.

Polish qualifier Janowicz into Paris Masters semis

With unique schedule, 49ers get more rest

Improving run defense key for Raiders

ALAMEDA (AP) - With their offense still struggling to score, the Oakland Raiders have relied on a defense that has been surprisingly stout against the run this season. Defensive tackle Tommy Kelly, who has never been part of a top 10 defense in his nine NFL seasons, expects even more. The Raiders (3-4) have allowed 55 yards rushing ...

Smith vows to stay healthy, clean

SANTA CLARA (AP) - Aldon Smith believes he is on the path to being sober for good.

Union keeps close watch on probe

MIAMI (AP) - The NFL Players Association said Tuesday that it will insist on a fair investigation for all involved in the Miami Dolphins harassment case.

Kubiak suffered mini-stroke (TIA)

HOUSTON (AP) - Texans coach Gary Kubiak was released from a Houston hospital Tuesday after suffering what the team said was a mini-stroke during Sunday night's loss to Indianapolis.

Packers’ Rodgers fractured collarbone

GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) - Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers says he has a fractured left collarbone and he doesn't know how long he'll be out. Rodgers offered details of the injury on his weekly radio show on 540-AM ESPN on Tuesday. The 2011 NFL MVP got hurt after getting sacked by Shea McClellin on a third-down play during the Packers' first series while he was scrambling outside the pocket. He hurt his left, non-throwing shoulder.

Struggling Sabres beat Sharks

SAN JOSE (AP) - Cory Hodgson scored in the fourth round of the shootout and Ryan Miller made 47 saves for the Buffalo Sabres, who overcame a pair of blown third-period leads to get their third win in 17 games this season, 5-4 over the San Jose Sharks on Tuesday night.

Horford leads Hawks over Kings

SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) - Al Horford had 27 points and 10 rebounds, Paul Millsap had 25 points and 11 rebounds and the Atlanta Hawks held off the Sacramento Kings for a 105-100 victory on Tuesday night.

Mariners hire McClendon as manager

SEATTLE (AP) - Lloyd McClendon was hired as manager of the Seattle Mariners on Tuesday, taking over a rebuilding job that Eric Wedge walked away from.

Djokovic downs Federer at ATP Finals

LONDON (AP) - Roger Federer had never lost his opening match at the ATP World Tour Finals since the elite tournament moved to London in 2009.

Russia to send Olympic torch into space

BAIKONUR, Kazakhstan (AP) - For the first time in history, the Olympic torch will be taken on a spacewalk. The 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics torch will be sent to the International Space Station on board a Russian spacecraft this week and astronauts will then carry it outside the station. Here's a look at the Sochi torch.

Rodgers hurt in GB loss

GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) - The Chicago Bears have a better insurance policy than Aaron Rodgers and the Green Bay Packers.

Igoudala, Warriors ‘86’ Sixers

PHILADELPHIA (AP) - Evan Turner just had to send a good-natured text to Andre Iguodala after Philadelphia ran its record to 3-0.

Raiders take step back in loss

ALAMEDA (AP) - The only move the Oakland Raiders made was back to their old ways.

AP source: Icognito sent Martin racist texts

DAVIE, Fla. (AP) - In the stadium program sold at the Miami Dolphins' game on Halloween, Richie Incognito was asked who's the easiest teammate to scare. His answer: Jonathan Martin.

Fox has heart surgery

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. (AP) - One of John Fox's favorite sayings is "Next man up."

Struggles to blame for Kubiak’s collapse?

HOUSTON (AP) - Andre Johnson stood in Houston's locker room after the first practice without his hospitalized coach and wondered aloud whether the Texans' freefall this season could have contributed to Gary Kubiak's health problems.