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Howard to take USA sabbatical
Goal.com - 22 Aug 2014 00:21
The 35-year-old was one of the stars of the World Cup but wants to focus on his family life for the next 12 months
Good start for Van Pelt in playoff opener
Miami Herald - 22 Aug 2014 09:32
Bo Van Pelt began the FedEx Cup playoffs by going fishing for stripers, which is not unusual for a guy living in Oklahoma.
Mercury's Griner honored as top defensive player
Miami Herald - 22 Aug 2014 16:42
Phoenix Mercury center Brittney Griner was named the WNBA's top defensive player on Friday.
Angels snag infielder Beckham from White Sox
ESPN - 22 Aug 2014 07:20
The Chicago White Sox traded second baseman Gordon Beckham to the Los Angeles Angels for a player to be named later on Thursday.
Paralyzed Olympian Amy Van Dyken-Rouen Walks Again Thanks to Robotic Harness
Bleacher Report - 22 Aug 2014 00:19
Once again, cutting-edge technology is changing the lives of those living with impaired motor function. Two months after the world watched a disabled teen in a robotic exoskeleton kick the first ball at the World Cup i...
Muller: We had to grit our teeth
Goal.com - 22 Aug 2014 23:53
The Germany international admitted his side had to work hard to claim what he feels was a deserved 2-1 win over Wolfsburg
Former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand wants to manage England's national team
Washington Post - 22 Aug 2014 17:21
Rio Ferdinand isn't playing for England's national team any more, but he has plans to extend his international career. The 35-year-old Queens Park Rangers defender, who spent most of his career playing for Manchester Uni...
Kershaw is again dominant in Dodgers' win over Padres
Miami Herald - 22 Aug 2014 10:00
The Los Angeles Dodgers' 2-1 victory over the San Diego Padres on Thursday night presented as convincing a case as any as to why Clayton Kershaw might be the most valuable player in the National League.
Angels' Richards has torn knee tendon, will miss pennant drive
Miami Herald - 22 Aug 2014 10:00
Garrett Richards suffered a torn patellar tendon in his left knee and will undergo surgery Friday, a procedure that will sideline the Los Angeles Angels right-hander for six to nine months and could deal a severe blow to...
Bayless to ref Mayweather-Maidana rematch
ESPN - 22 Aug 2014 05:58
Kenny Bayless, regarded by many as the best boxing referee in the world, was appointed by the Nevada State Athletic Commission on Thursday to officiate the rematch between pound-for-pound king and unified welterweight wo...
Cancer-Stricken Cooper Leads Dream Into Playoffs
The New York Times - 22 Aug 2014 04:20
Michael Cooper remembers the day well. The sun was shining bright, yet the notorious Atlanta heat wasn't too stifling. The sky was a brilliant blue, speckled with only a few puffy white clouds.
R. Truex (concussion) cleared to race at Bristol
ESPN - 22 Aug 2014 03:04
Ryan Truex, who suffered a concussion in a practice crash for the Aug. 16 Sprint Cup race at Michigan International Speedway, has been cleared to race Sunday in Bristol, his BK Racing team announced Thursday.
Roddick disappointed in US Open exclusion
ESPN - 22 Aug 2014 01:34
Andy Roddick says he would like to have made one more appearance at the U.S Open, not for himself, but for his friend Mardy Fish.
Judge rules in favor of former Tigers P Reed
ESPN - 22 Aug 2014 00:30
A judge on Thursday dismissed rape charges against former Detroit Tigers pitcher Evan Reed, saying the testimony of the woman who accused him wasn't credible and prosecutors failed to show that force or coercion took pla...
Tringale 'better' after PGA disqualification
ESPN - 22 Aug 2014 00:24
Cameron Tringale began the FedEx Cup playoffs with a 66 and a clear conscience. Tringale disqualified himself from the PGA Championship several days after the final major of the year ended.
Choi takes early Canadian Women's Open lead
ESPN - 22 Aug 2014 00:21
Na Yeon Choi of South Korea chipped in for three of her nine birdies and tied the course record at 8-under 64 for the early lead at the Canadian Women's Open.
Air Force Football Coach Handles Injuries Terribly; ESPN Approves
Dead Spin - 22 Aug 2014 00:20
Air Force running back Devin Rushing suffered an ankle sprain in the second day of full-pads practice earlier this month when a defender grabbed his leg as another yanked his facemask. Injuries happen, and Rushing ended ...
Transfer Talk: Man United enter Khedira race
Goal.com - 22 Aug 2014 00:13
The Red Devils are the latest team to register an interest in the German midfielder, who looks set to leave Real Madrid according to reports
Shaquille O'Neal Says Julius Erving Is Greatest Player in NBA History
Bleacher Report - 22 Aug 2014 00:05
When picturing the NBA's Mount Rushmore, not everyone will agree on the four players. However, when talking about the greatest player in NBA history, most people can agree that it is Michael Jordan. Shaquille O'Neal is i...
Larry Robinson gives lots of explanations for why Joe Thornton is no longer Sharks captain, which is
Dead Spin - 22 Aug 2014 23:55
Larry Robinson gives lots of explanations for why Joe Thornton is no longer Sharks captain, which is to say he doesn't really give a real explanation.
Reds call up RHP Corcino, send Holmberg to minors
Miami Herald - 22 Aug 2014 23:53
The Reds sent left-hander David Holmberg back Triple-A Louisville on Friday, a day after another rough start, and called up right-handed starter Daniel Corcino.
White Sox recall INF Carlos Sanchez
Miami Herald - 22 Aug 2014 23:53
The Chicago White Sox have recalled infielder Carlos Sanchez from Triple-A Charlotte to take the roster spot of recently traded second baseman Gordon Beckham.