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2 hours ago Vegas police seeking Mayweather in battery case
Police sought boxer Floyd Mayweather Jr. for questioning Thursday about a domestic battery complaint lodged by an ex-girlfriend who recanted a similar claim in 2005, police and his lawyer said.
2 hours ago Damon's 4 hits help Tigers beat White Sox 6-3

Detroit Tigers' Johnny Damon hits an RBI single against Chicago White Sox pitcher Gavin Floyd in the first inning of a baseball game in Detroit Thursday, Sept. 9, 2010.  (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)Their goal of winning the AL Central all but gone, the Detroit Tigers are embracing their role as spoilers.


2 hours ago Winderman: If U.S. loses, don't expect Kobe, LeBron in 2012
2 hours ago US beats Russia, 89-79, moves into semis at worlds

USA's Kevin Love, left, challenges Russia's Andrey Vorontsevich during the quarterfinal round at the World Basketball Championship, Thursday, Sept. 9, 2010, in Istanbul, Turkey.  (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)Chauncey Billups made the promise. Kevin Durant made sure it was kept.


2 hours ago Tressel, Pryor urge fans to welcome James
With many fans still angry over LeBron James' decision to leave Cleveland for the Miami Heat, Ohio State coach Jim Tressel is calling for calm.
2 hours ago Ray Lewis: Jets have 'no excuses' with Revis

New York Jets cornerback Darrelle Revis walks onto the field for football practice at the team's training facility in Florham Park, N.J., on Tuesday, Sept. 7, 2010. Revis, who had been holding out since Aug. 1, signed a new contract on Monday. (AP Photo/Rich Schultz)Ray Lewis is thrilled Darrelle Revis is back with the New York Jets.


2 hours ago Patriots QB Brady unhurt in wreck near Boston home

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) works a passing drill during NFL football practice at the team's training facility in Foxborough, Mass., Thursday afternoon, Sept. 9, 2010. Brady was involved in a two-car automobile accident in Boston Thursday morning while en route to Foxborough for team meetings and practice. (AP Photo/Stephan Savoia)New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady was in a two-car accident near his home Thursday morning but was unhurt and hours later practiced as usual with his team just days before the season opener.


2 hours ago PFT's Week 1 predictions: Saints will crush Vikings
2 hours ago Pick your camera angle in Vikings-Saints simulcast
5 hours ago Nicklaus' grandson suspended 2 games for gesture
The grandson of Jack Nicklaus — one of the nation's top football recruits — was suspended for two games by Florida officials for making an obscene gesture toward the stands after a game in Ohio.
5 hours ago Miami baseball player faces marijuana, HGH charges
A Miami baseball player was arrested and charged with trying to sell marijuana to undercover officers on university grounds, and police later found 19 vials of human growth hormone at his apartment.
5 hours ago Williams meets Clijsters in semi showdown at Open

Venus Williams, of the United States, reacts after defeating Francesca Schiavone, of Italy, 7-6 (5), 6-4 in a quarterfinal at the U.S. Open tennis tournament in New York, Tuesday, Sept. 7, 2010. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)Whether it's starting a family or starting a business, Kim Clijsters and Venus Williams have figured out how to make life about more than hitting a fuzzy yellow ball.


5 hours ago Toronto police turn over Clemens documents
Police searched the offices of the Toronto Blue Jays and turned over documents in connection with the perjury case against seven-time Cy Young winner Roger Clemens.
5 hours ago Patriots QB Brady unhurt in wreck near Boston home

New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady (12) works a passing drill during NFL football practice at the team's training facility in Foxborough, Mass., Thursday afternoon, Sept. 9, 2010. Brady was involved in a two-car automobile accident in Boston Thursday morning while en route to Foxborough for team meetings and practice. (AP Photo/Stephan Savoia)New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady was in a two-car accident near his home Thursday morning, but was unhurt and hours later practiced as usual with his team just days before the season opener.


8 hours ago Rosenthal: Saints are just another winless team again

Saints quarterback Drew Brees, left, congratulates wide receiver Devery Henderson after a touchdown pass against the Chargers in a preseason game Aug. 27.Rosenthal: Not since the 1990’s Cowboys have we seen an NFL team savor and celebrate a championship quite like the New Orleans Saints. Those Cowboys showed up in summer tabloids. Drew Brees was more likely to land on Oprah’s couch, while his coach Sean Payton was trying to sell books on Ellen.


8 hours ago Patriots' Brady unhurt after morning car crash

An image of Tom Brady's car after Thursday morning's accident.New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady walked away unhurt from a two-car accident near his home on Thursday morning and was expected at practice later in the day, the team confirmed.


Today Lakers' Barnes booked on domestic violence charge

FILE - Newly signed Los Angels Laker Matt Barnes speaks to media during an introductory press conference in El Segundo, Calif. in this July 27, 2010 file photo. Sacramento County authorities say Barnes was arrested Wednesday Sept. 8, 2010 on suspicion of domestic violence. Barnes was booked into the Sacramento County Jail on suspicion of domestic violence and maliciously obstructing the use of a telephone line. He posted a $50,000 bond and was released. (AP Photo/Nick Ut, File)Los Angeles Lakers forward Matt Barnes has been arrested on suspicion of domestic violence, Sacramento County authorities said Wednesday.


Today Georgia's A.J. Green suspended for 4 games

FILE - In this Sept. 4, 2010, file photo, Georgia's A.J. Green walks off the field after an NCAA college football game against Louisiana LaFayette, Saturday, Sept. 4, 2010, in Athens, Ga. Green has been suspended for four games for selling a jersey  his Independence Bowl game jersey for $1,000 to someone the NCAA says qualifies as an agent, the NCAA student-athlete reinstatement staff announced on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2010.  The junior, who sat out the season opener against Louisiana-Lafayette, must miss three more games before eligible to play.  (AP Photo/John Amis, File)Georgia star receiver A.J. Green was suspended by the NCAA for four games on Wednesday for selling a bowl jersey for $1,000 to someone who qualifies as an agent.


Today Lakers' Barnes booked on domestic violence charge
Sacramento County authorities say Los Angeles Lakers guard Matt Barnes has been arrested on suspicion of domestic violence.
Today 44-year-old Wakefield oldest to win for Red Sox

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Tim Wakefield delivers a knuckleball against the Tampa Bay Rays during the first inning of a baseball game at Fenway Park in Boston on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2010. (AP Photo/Winslow Townson)To Tim Wakefield, winning never becomes old.


Today Arizona cools off Giants with 3-1 win

Arizona Diamondbacks starting pitcher Daniel Hudson delivers against the San Francisco Giants during the first inning of a baseball game Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2010, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Matt York)The Arizona Diamondbacks made the most of the few opportunities they had Wednesday night, and Daniel Hudson took care of the rest.


Today Rookie Luebke leads Padres past Dodgers

San Diego Padres pitcher Cory Luebke delivers during the first inning of a baseball game against the Los Angeles Dodgers on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2010, in San Diego.   (AP Photo/Denis Poroy)Rookie Cory Luebke sent the San Diego Padres into a key series against San Francisco on a positive note.


Today Vikings-Saints 'encore' kicks off NFL season

FILE - This Jan. 24, 2010, file photo shows Minnesota Vikings quarterback Brett Favre (4) reacting after fumbling the ball,  which was recovered by the New Orleans Saints during the second quarter of the NFC Championship NFL football game in New Orleans. The Vikings were left to stew over their loss until this Thursday night, when the NFL's season kicks off with a rematch of one of the most riveting games played last season. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey, File)The Saints' first Super Bowl title was so big in New Orleans that Mardi Gras, a revered local institution dating back well more than a century, became popularly known as, "Lombardi Gras."


20 hours ago Predictions 101: Big wins for Buckeyes, Tide
Check out Predictions 101 for picks to college football bowl games
20 hours ago Joyce to umpire near-perfect Galarraga's start
When Armando Galarraga steps onto the mound to face Baltimore on Friday night, the Tigers pitcher will see a familiar face behind home plate in umpire Jim Joyce.
20 hours ago Georgia's A.J. Green suspended for 4 games

FILE - In this Sept. 4, 2010, file photo, Georgia's A.J. Green walks off the field after an NCAA college football game against Louisiana LaFayette, Saturday, Sept. 4, 2010, in Athens, Ga. Green has been suspended for four games for selling a jersey  his Independence Bowl game jersey for $1,000 to someone the NCAA says qualifies as an agent, the NCAA student-athlete reinstatement staff announced on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2010.  The junior, who sat out the season opener against Louisiana-Lafayette, must miss three more games before eligible to play.  (AP Photo/John Amis, File)Georgia star receiver A.J. Green was suspended by the NCAA for four games on Wednesday for selling a bowl jersey for $1,000 to someone who qualifies as an agent.


20 hours ago Alabama's Ingram back running, still doubtful
Heisman Trophy winner Mark Ingram has not returned to practice for No. 1 Alabama and while Nick Saban said the injured running back is unlikely to play against No. 18 Penn State on Saturday, the coach isn't necessarily counting his star out.
20 hours ago 44-year-old Wakefield oldest to win for Red Sox

Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Tim Wakefield delivers a knuckleball against the Tampa Bay Rays during the first inning of a baseball game at Fenway Park in Boston on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2010. (AP Photo/Winslow Townson)Tim Wakefield became the oldest pitcher to win for Boston, and the Red Sox backed their 44-year-old knuckleballer with five home runs Wednesday night to rough up the Tampa Bay Rays 11-5.


20 hours ago Howard has 6 RBIs in Phillies' win

Philadelphia Phillies' Jimmy Rollins, left, slides into home to score past the tag of Florida Marlins catcher Brad Davis on a single by Carlos Ruiz in the third inning of a baseball game, Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2010, in Philadelphia. (AP Photo/Matt Slocum)Cole Hamels worked with almost a dozen starts' worth of runs in one game.


20 hours ago Federer gets revenge, routs Soderling at Open

Roger Federer celebrates after his 6-4, 6-4, 7-5 victory over Robin Soderling in the quarterfinals of the U.S. Open on Wednesday.Dealing well with the whipping wind and a familiar foe, 16-time Grand Slam champion Roger Federer served his way to a 6-4, 6-4, 7-5 victory over fifth-seeded Robin Soderling on Wednesday night to reach the U.S. Open semifinals.