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Patrick taking high speeds in stride in Michigan
BROOKLYN, Mich. (AP) - With her NASCAR peers breezing around Michigan International Speedway at around 200 mph this week, Danica Patrick was asked to compare these stock car speeds to the even quicker pace of IndyCar racing.
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WASHINGTON (AP) - Curtis Granderson drove in three runs, Phil Hughes pitched six innings to win his fourth straight start and the New York Yankees beat the Washington Nationals 7-2 on Friday night for their seventh consecutive victory.
The lead for Thompson, the buzz for Tiger
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) - The U.S. Open featured two marquee groups, but only one marquee player.
Justin Smith sees sense of urgency developing
SANTA CLARA (AP) - Nobody represents the win-now mentality of the San Francisco 49ers more than Justin Smith. The All-Pro defensive tackle will tell you so himself.
Raiders wrap up offseason program
ALAMEDA (AP) - After spending most of the past two months installing an entirely new playbook on offense and defense and building a relationship between a new coaching staff and players, the Oakland Raiders ended their offseason program.
Barry Zito far from perfect in Giants’ 6-3 loss
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) - Barry Zito had a tough act to follow. Pitching less than 24 hours after Matt Cain threw the first perfect game in Giants history, Zito was unable to keep the ball in the park. He allowed two home runs, one a grand slam, and San Francisco failed to complete a sweep, dropping the series finale 6-3 to the Houston Astros on Thursday. Zito (5-4) lasted five innings, allowing five runs and ...
Parker, Moss lead A’s to sweep of Rockies
DENVER (AP) - For two games, Jarrod Parker sat around and waited for his turn to take the mound, watching two pitching staffs get roughed up to the tune of 31 runs.
Cain’s gem gives Giants a perfect game at last
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) - Matt Cain tossed and turned and managed all of about four hours of sleep following his history-making gem for the Giants.
Huff bruises knee during perfect game celebration
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) - Giants first baseman Aubrey Huff has become the second big leaguer to get injured this month while celebrating a no-hitter.
Heat survive Thunder rally for 100-96 win
OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) - LeBron James has seen his share of great starts turn into faulty finishes.
Spain ousts Ireland; Italy, Croatia draw
WARSAW, Poland (AP) - Two goals from rejuvenated forward Fernando Torres helped Spain knock Ireland out of the European Championship on Thursday, and Italy drew 1-1 with Croatia to leave Group C finely balanced.
Armstrong considering ‘all options’ in drug charge
AUSTIN, Texas (AP) - Lance Armstrong is gearing up for a fight over the latest round of doping allegations.
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SEATTLE (AP) - Kirk Nieuwenhuis hit a leadoff homer and later connected for a two-run shot, and the New York Mets completed a three-game sweep by beating the Tampa Bay Rays 9-6 on Thursday.
Cain pitches first perfecto for Giants
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) - Matt Cain pitched the 22nd perfect game in major league history and first for the Giants, striking out a career-high 14 and getting help from two spectacular catches to beat the Houston Astros 10-0 on Wednesday night.
Inge had go-ahead double, lifts A’s past Rockies
DENVER (AP) - Coco Crisp started the rally and Brandon Inge put the finishing touch on it.
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Dodgers headed to St. Louis for start of NLCS
LOS ANGELES (AP) - After two days of waiting, the Los Angeles Dodgers found out they will play St. Louis in the National League championship series.
Girardi signs 4-year deal with Yanks
NEW YORK (AP) - Manager Joe Girardi signed a four-year contract Wednesday to stay with the New York Yankees through 2017.
Tigers rally past A’s, force game 5
DETROIT (AP) - On a night of desperation, dispute and finally, delirium, Max Scherzer and the Detroit Tigers kept their season alive by the slimmest of margins.
Miller’s blocking key to 49ers’ run game
SANTA CLARA (AP) - Frank Gore is quick to point out that a big reason he is on such a nice roll again in San Francisco's running game is because of Bruce Miller's timely, hard blocking.
Raiders will host game in London
WASHINGTON (AP) - The NFL will play three regular-season games at London's Wembley Stadium next year, hosted by the Jaguars, Falcons and Raiders.
Red Sox finish Rays to reach ALCS
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) - Shane Victorino's infield single snapped a seventh-inning tie and journeyman Craig Breslow gave Boston a huge boost out of the bullpen, sending the Red Sox into the AL championship series with a 3-1 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays on Tuesday night.
Evans helps Jazz rout Warriors
SALT LAKE CITY (AP) - Jeremy Evans scored 12 points and had 13 rebounds to help the Utah Jazz rout the Golden State Warriors 101-78 in an exhibition Tuesday night.
Hertl score 4 in Sharks rout
SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) - Tomas Hertl scored four goals, Matthew Nieto had his first NHL goal and added two assists and the San Jose Sharks beat the New York Rangers 9-2 on Tuesday night.
Lynx blast Dream 88-63; 1 win from title
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) - The Minnesota Lynx offense is humming at a record clip and their defense has caused the Atlanta Dream's biggest star to come unglued.
Falcons could lose Jones for season
FLOWERY BRANCH, Ga. (AP) - Atlanta Falcons coach Mike Smith sounded dismayed while discussing his team's latest major injury.
Clowney: ‘I’m here for the team’
COLUMBIA, S.C. (AP) - Injured South Carolina All-American Jadeveon Clowney made it clear Tuesday that he plans to play a lot more college football before moving on to the NFL.
Eagles’ Vick practices, may play on Sunday
PHILADELPHIA (AP) - Don't rule Michael Vick out just yet.
Marshall’s plan: Give me the ball
LAKE FOREST, Ill. (AP) - Chicago Bears receiver Brandon Marshall understands he's going to turn heads when he speaks out, given his well-publicized struggles with mental illness.
A’s rage in Detroit
DETROIT (AP) - The Oakland Athletics have beaten Detroit with both pitching and power. And that's left the Tigers on the brink of elimination - and simmering with frustration.
Crabtree could return next month
SANTA CLARA (AP) - Coach Jim Harbaugh expects top 2012 wide receiver Michael Crabtree to return to game action in mid- to late November after recovering in quick fashion from a torn right Achilles tendon that required surgery.
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