Archive for May, 2009

Indians’ Martinez out With Bruised Knee

Sunday, May 31st, 2009
Indians catcher Martinez out with bruised left knee against Yankees
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Indians’ Martinez out with bruised knee (AP)

Sunday, May 31st, 2009
AP - Indians catcher Victor Martinez did not start against the New York Yankees because of a bruised left knee and was not expected to play Sunday.

Earnhardt Interim Crew Chief Takes Over at Dover

Sunday, May 31st, 2009
Earnhardt interim crew chief McGrew starts new role week early for Cup race at Dover
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Datsyuk, Draper out for Game 2

Sunday, May 31st, 2009
Red Wings stick to lineup, hold out Datsyuk and Draper for Game 2
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Red Wings’ Datsyuk, Draper to miss Game 2 vs. Pens

Sunday, May 31st, 2009
MiamiHerald.comRed Wings' Datsyuk, Draper to miss Game 2 vs. PensUSA TodayBy Paul Sancya, AP By Kevin Allen, USA TODAY Detroit Red Wings coach Mike Babcock said Sunday morning he won't make any lineup changes for tonight's Game 2 of the Stanley Cup Finals, meaning Hart Trophy candidate Pavel Datsyuk will miss his fifth ...Forwards Datsyuk, Draper to miss Game 2 of Stanley Cup final The Canadian PressDatsyuk, Draper out for Game 2 The Associated PressNew York Times - The Detroit News - NHL.com - Pittsburgh Tribune-Reviewall 929 news articles
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Earnhardt interim crew chief takes over at Dover (AP)

Sunday, May 31st, 2009

Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s interim crew chief Lance McGrew watches from the garage area during practice for the NASCAR Autism Speaks 400 auto race, Saturday, May 30, 2009, in Dover, Del. (AP Photo/Rob Carr)AP - The interim crew chief for Dale Earnhardt Jr. is taking over for the Cup race at Dover, a week earlier than originally planned.


Datsyuk, Draper out for Game 2 (AP)

Sunday, May 31st, 2009
AP - Red Wings coach Mike Babcock is keeping his lineup the same for Game 2 of the Stanley Cup finals, meaning injured forwards Pavel Datsyuk and Kris Draper will again sit out against the Pittsburgh Penguins.

How Cavs went from unbeatable to beaten

Sunday, May 31st, 2009
ESPNHow Cavs went from unbeatable to beatenFOXSports.comby Charley Rosen After cruising to 66 wins and sweeping the Pistons and the Hawks, most fans and media pundits had already conceded the championship to the Cavs.Cavs advanced as far as they could ESPN10 reasons to watch the NBA Finals USA TodaySportingNews.com - SI.com - Los Angeles Times - Washington Postall 4,939 news articles
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Seattle vs. Los Angeles

Sunday, May 31st, 2009
Washington PostSeattle vs. Los AngelesUSA Today(Sports Network) - Ervin Santana will make his fourth start since coming off the disabled list, as the right-hander will take the hill for the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim in the finale of a three-game set against the Seattle Mariners.Mariners rally late to beat the Los Angeles Angels 4-3 in 10 innings The Canadian PressMariners rally late to beat Angels The Associated PressMLB.com - MLive.com - AHN - Long Beach Press-Telegramall 473 news articles
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Florida Marlins (23-27) at New York Mets (27-21), 1:10 pm

Sunday, May 31st, 2009
New York Daily NewsFlorida Marlins (23-27) at New York Mets (27-21), 1:10 pmUSA Today(Sports Network) - Chris Volstad takes aim at his third straight win this afternoon when the Florida Marlins go for a series win against the New York Mets at Citi Field.Mets admit F-Mart needs work New York Daily NewsMets Field a Patchwork Lineup, and the Marlins Find Its Weakest Spot New York TimesPhiladelphia Inquirer - The Star-Ledger - NJ.com - The Associated Press - Bleacher Reportall 857 news articles
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Chicago White Sox (23-25) at Kansas City Royals (23-26), 2:10 pm

Sunday, May 31st, 2009
MiamiHerald.comChicago White Sox (23-25) at Kansas City Royals (23-26), 2:10 pmUSA Today(Sports Network) - The White Sox will have the dubious task of facing Zack Greinke this afternoon when Chicago takes on the Kansas City Royals in the finale of a three-game set at Kauffman Stadium.Ninth-inning runs deliver White Sox win MLB.comWhite Sox winning in style, top Royals 5-3 Chicago Sun-TimesESPN - Kansas City Star - Missourinet.com - Kansas City Royalsall 440 news articles
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Menchov wins Giro d’Italia despite fall

Sunday, May 31st, 2009
BBC SportMenchov wins Giro d'Italia despite fallThe Associated PressROME (AP) - Denis Menchov won the 100th edition of the Giro d'Italia on Sunday despite falling in the final half mile. The Russian lost control on rain-slicked cobblestones and slid for about 10 yards.92nd Giro d'Italia Cyclingnews.comDenis Menchov wins Giro d'Italia Telegraph.co.ukRTE.ie - SkySports - AFP - Examiner.comall 330 news articles
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Ted Williams Memorabilia Stolen From NH Auction

Sunday, May 31st, 2009
Ted Williams' fishing license, fishing hole notes stolen days before NH memorabilia auction
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Ancelotti quits Milan after eight seasons (AFP)

Sunday, May 31st, 2009

AC Milan's coach Carlo Ancelotti takes his seat prior to the Italian Serie A football match AC Milan versus Fiorentina at the Artemio Franchi stadium in Florence. Ancelotti announced he was quitting AC Milan following their 2-0 win at Fiorentina on the last day of the Serie A season(AFP/Fabio Muzzi)AFP - Carlo Ancelotti announced he was quitting AC Milan following their 2-0 win at Fiorentina on the last day of the Serie A season on Sunday.


Andy Pettitte still on track to start; Melky Cabrera expected in … - The Star-Ledger

Sunday, May 31st, 2009
Seattle Post IntelligencerAndy Pettitte still on track to start; Melky Cabrera expected in ...The Star-Ledger - NJ.comby Marc Carig/The Star-Ledger CLEVELAND -- Just back from the clubhouse with a few notes on this pretty Sunday afternoon... - Left-hander Andy Pettitte (lower back stiffness) still expects to make his start on Wednesday against the Texas Rangers, ...New York Yankees (29-20) at Cleveland Indians (21-30), 12:40 pm MiamiHerald.comAndy Pettitte says he'll make next start New York Daily NewsNew York Times - MLB.com - SI.com - The Plain Dealer - cleveland.comall 1,064 news articles
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Boston Tweaks Lineup for Series Finale in Toronto

Sunday, May 31st, 2009
Red Sox shake up lineup, drop Ellsbury, bump up Pedroia in series finale at Toronto
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Boston tweaks lineup for series finale in Toronto (AP)

Sunday, May 31st, 2009
AP - The struggling Boston Red Sox have shuffled their lineup, dropping Jacoby Ellsbury from leadoff to the eighth spot and bumping Dustin Pedroia up from second to leadoff.

Crowne Plaza Invitational, Round 4

Sunday, May 31st, 2009
Los Angeles TimesCrowne Plaza Invitational, Round 4PGA TourTim Clark has just two bogeys through three rounds at Colonial, where he's looking for his first career win. PGATOUR.COM's The Live Report is on the scene at Crowne Plaza Invitational at Colonial, and we'll be providing updates all day long for each ...Stricker Leaves Opening, and Clark Slips Into Lead New York TimesTim Clark takes the lead in PGA Tour event at Colonial Los Angeles TimesSan Francisco Chronicle - Yahoo! Sports - The Associated Press - BBC Sportall 1,190 news articles
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Pirates place rookie Veal on DL (AP)

Sunday, May 31st, 2009
AP - The Pittsburgh Pirates have placed rookie left-handed reliever Donnie Veal on the 15-day disabled list due to a right groin strain.

Nadal crushed by Soderling sledgehammer in French Open (AFP)

Sunday, May 31st, 2009

Swedish player Robin Soderling reacts to play against Spanish player Rafael Nadal during a French Open tennis round of 16 match at Roland Garros Stadium in Paris. Soderling won 6-2, 6-7 (2/7), 6-4, 7-6 (7/2).(AFP/Bertrand Guay)AFP - Rafael Nadal's hopes of a record fifth successive French Open title were crushed into the Roland Garros red dust by Robin Soderling's Swedish sledgehammer on Sunday.