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Even before Mayo scandal, one-and-done rule was bad
The O.J. Mayo scandal has cast new doubts on the NBA's one-and-done rule. But Ian O'Connor says it's never made any sense.
Reality may set in for certain teams
The Astros are surging, while the Twins and Rays are already in first. What's going on here? Ken Rosenthal clears things up.
Here's how the Spurs can survive
With the Spurs in survival mode, Randy Hill maps out a way to keep them fighting against the Hornets. The key to the plan? Tim Duncan.
Five teams that have made Super improvements
Minnesota fans might be shouting "Victory!" well into the playoffs. Our NFL Czar has the Vikings among his most-improved teams.
World No. 1 Henin quits pro tennis
Justine Henin, the top-ranked women's player in the world, says she is retiring from pro tennis effective immediately.
Payton's slam rallies O's as BoSox 'pen falters
Paper retracts Spygate story, apologizes
The Boston Herald has apologized for reporting that the New England Patriots videotaped a walkthrough by the St. Louis Rams one day before the two teams played in the Super Bowl in 2002.
In the apology, published in the newspaper's Wednesday edition and posted on its Web site, the Herald said it now knows the report was inaccurate and that no tape ever existed.
The apology came one day after former Patriots video assistant Matt Walsh met with NFL commissioner Roger Goodell.
Steinbrenner: Team not playing up to its paycheck
Forget the injuries and live up to your paychecks. That's the message the new Boss is giving the Yankees in the New York Post.
Bonds charged with 14 counts of lying, obstruction
Barry Bonds was charged in a new indictment Tuesday with 15 felony counts alleging he lied to a grand jury when he denied knowingly using performance-enhancing drugs use and that he hampered the federal government's doping investigation.
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Specter Calls for Independent Inquiry Into Patriots’ Taping
Senator Arlen Specter is pushing for an independent investigation of Patriots’ taping, much like the Mitchell report in baseball.
Top-Ranked Henin Retires From Tennis
Justine Henin retired from tennis Wednesday, an abrupt and surprising ending to a short and successful career in which she won seven Grand Slam singles titles and leaves while ranked No. 1.
Barbaro’s Little Brother Nearly Ready to Run
Nicanor may be the answer to the tantalizing question of whether or not he, like his brother Barbaro, has what it takes to be a star.
Hank Steinbrenner Wants Yankees to Play Smarter
Hank Steinbrenner expects his struggling Yankees, who are 19-21 and fourth in the A.L. East following a pair of losses to Tampa Bay, to focus and turn around their season.
Mets 6, Nationals 3: For the Mets, New Faces, Better Result
The Mets team that won on Tuesday looked drastically different from the one that had lost the day before.
Soccer | UEFA Cup: Zenit Gives Russia Another UEFA Cup Title
Zenit St. Petersburg became the second Russia team in four seasons to win the UEFA Cup, beating Scotland’s Glasgow Rangers 2-0 in the final Wednesday night.
The 24-Second Knicks Introduce Their Seven-Seconds-or-Less Coach
Mike D’Antoni, averaging 58 wins in four full seasons with the Suns, is bringing his frantic style to a Knicks team that has lacked personality in recent years.
Annika Sorenstam Announces Retirement
Sorenstam, who has been the face of women’s golf for the last decade, said she would give up the tournament grind at the end of the year.
Penguins 4, Flyers 1: Even at Home, Flyers Are Unable to Stop Penguins
The Penguins raced to an early lead, scoring twice in the game’s first eight minutes, and held on to take a 3-0 lead in the Eastern Conference Finals.
Yankees Notebook: Chamberlain and Gossage Chat
After making news by criticizing Joba Chamberlain’s on-field celebrations, Hall of Fame pitcher Rich Gossage called the Yankee rookie to give him his perspective.
Mets Notebook: Mets Making Moves and Noise
The behavior of the players in the Washington Nationals’ dugout during Monday’s game has reopened a debate as to what is considered a breach of baseball etiquette.
Prosecutors Rework Indictment of Bonds
Barry Bonds was re-indicted Tuesday by the federal authorities in an effort to fix the original indictment in his perjury case.
Fourth-Line Center Is Flyers’ Voice of Experience
Thirteen years after helping the Devils win their first Stanley Cup, Jim Dowd is helping the Flyers try to win their first Cup in 33 years.
Triple Play Complete, Indians’ Cabrera Tosses Ball Into Stands
Asdrubal Cabrera turned the 14th unassisted triple play in major league history in the fifth inning of a 3-0 loss Monday to the Blue Jays.
Rahal, 19, Is Weaving in and Out of Indy
Graham Rahal has the distinction of being the only driver ever bumped from the Indianapolis 500 lineup three times on the first day of qualifying.
‘SportsCenter’ to Be Shown Live During the Day
After years of televising taped versions of “SportsCenter” in the mornings, ESPN announced Tuesday that the studio show would be live starting in August.
Thursdays Free for Michaels
Al Michaels will not spend any of his Thursday nights in November and December working for the NFL Network after all.
Major League Roundup: Indians Pitchers Add to Shutout Collection
Paul Byrd and two relievers combined for the host Cleveland Indians’ fourth shutout in seven games in a 4-0 victory against the Oakland Athletics on Tuesday night.
N.B.A. Roundup: Hamilton’s 31 Help the Pistons Eliminate the Magic
The Detroit Pistons made just enough shots and stops Tuesday night to advance to the Eastern Conference finals for a sixth consecutive year.
Sports Business: Dolan’s Conflict of Coverage
After being acquired by Cablevision, Newsday staffers must wonder how a company and a chief executive who have shown hostility to journalism will treat journalists on its payroll.
Sports of The Times: Getting Better (Can’t Get Worse)
As the Mike D’Antoni era begins at the Garden, one thing is certain: It will be a lot easier for D’Antoni to follow Isiah Thomas than for a new Suns coach to follow D’Antoni.
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Stars realize 3-0 hole is tough to overcome
The Stars look overmatched against an almost perfect Detroit Red Wings team that won three consecutive games with relative ease. Some would say the series is over, but Dallas isn't giving up, starting with trying to avoid a sweep, Wes Goldstein says.
Power Rankings: Rays have hope bright future is near
Start with the starters. Scott Kazmir and James Shields are good enough to anchor just about any team's rotation. Throw in the talented cast of position players, and this might be the year the Rays -- gasp! -- eclipse .500, Eric Mack says.
Feud of the Week: Drivers could be jumping ship during Silly Season
Auto racing, in a sense, it just like every other sport when it comes to free agency. Drivers will be looking to move on to bigger and better things, according to Brian De Los Santos and Pete Pistone, who also discuss the All-Star race.
Boston paper says Spygate story false, apologizes
The Boston Herald apologized Wednesday for falsely reporting the New England Patriots videotaped a walkthrough by the St. Louis Rams a day before the 2002 Super Bowl.
Kraft pleased
New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft complimented the Boston Herald on Wednesday for apologizing for a story that said his team videotaped a St. Louis Rams walkthrough before the 2002 Super Bowl.
Specter not
Sen. Arlen Specter wants an independent investigation of the Patriots' taping of opposing coaches' signals similar to the Mitchell Report on performance enhancing drugs in baseball.
Top-ranked Henin to call it quits at age 25
Top-ranked Justine Henin is retiring from tennis, effective immediately.
Prosecutors charge fifth person, 16
Prosecutors in Miami say a fifth person has been charged in the slaying of Washington Redskins star Sean Taylor.
BoSox's Buchholz on DL with torn finger nail
Clay Buchholz was put on the 15-day disabled list Wednesday by the Boston Red Sox because of a broken nail on his right middle finger.
Hank Steinbrenner: Yankees must play smarter
Hank Steinbrenner expects his struggling New York Yankees to focus and turn around their season.
Carlisle aims to hit ground running with Mavs
Rick Carlisle is ready to let Jason Kidd and the Dallas Mavericks run.
And run. And run some more.
Skiles hires veteran staff with Sampson, Boylan
Milwaukee Bucks head coach Scott Skiles on Wednesday hired Kelvin
Sampson, Jim Boylan, Lionel Hollins and Joe Wolf as assistant coaches.
Bonds faces same jail time despite new charges
While federal prosecutors tripled the number of charges against Barry Bonds, he faces the same amount of prison time he did under the original indictment.
NCAA has new information on ex-Trojan
Saying the NCAA has 'new information,' president Myles Brand promised to investigate former Southern California basketball star O.J. Mayo, who allegedly received thousands of dollars in gifts from money given to an event promoter by a sports agency.
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Crasnick: Starting 9
"Starting 9" focuses on players whose on-field routines through the years have irritated opponents, rival fans and occasionally even teammates.
Specter calls for independent inquiry into Spygate
Sen. Arlen Specter wants an independent investigation of the Patriots' taping of opposing coaches' signals similar to the Mitchell Report on performance enhancing drugs in baseball.
Women's tennis No. 1 Henin retiring immediately
Justine Henin is retiring effective immediately.
Fifth suspect, 16, charged in Sean Taylor slaying
Prosecutors in Miami say a fifth person has been charged in the slaying of Washington Redskins star Sean Taylor.
Ex-LSU star Perrilloux transfers to Jacksonville St.
Troubled ex-LSU quarterback Ryan Perrilloux won't have to wait long to play again.
Hank speaks, wants more effort out of Yankees
With the Yankees falling two games under .500, team senior vice president Hank Steinbrenner is weighing in -- and he says he wants to see more effort out of baseball's best-paid team.
Carlisle vows to pick up pace of Mavericks' offense
Rick Carlisle is ready to let Jason Kidd and the Dallas Mavericks run. And run. And run some more.
Marbury says he's prepping for D'Antoni's offense
Stephon Marbury attended Mike D'Antoni's introductory news conference at the Garden on Tuesday, but what remains to be seen is how Marbury fits in D'Antoni's plans.
Ex-center Whitley found dead in his Texas trailer
Former NFL center Curtis Whitley has been found dead in his trailer home in West Texas.
Broken fingernail lands BoSox's Buchholz on DL
Clay Buchholz was put on the 15-day disabled list because of a broken nail on his right middle finger.
After review of pot incident, Browns cut CB Wright
The Cleveland Browns have terminated the contract of veteran cornerback Kenny Wright, the team announced today. The move comes after Wright had a recent off-the-field incident that could affect his playing status for the 2008 season.
Federer, Nadal prevail at Hamburg; Blake beaten
Top-ranked Roger Federer eased past Jarkko Nieminen 6-1, 6-3 Wednesday to reach the third round of the Hamburg Masters, a tournament he has won four times.
Rookie called up after kneecap KO's 2nd Reds SS
The Cincinnati Reds called up rookie infielder Paul Janish to replace injured shortstop Jeff Keppinger.
With open-wheel merger, Newman returns to Indy
Paul Newman, Oscar-winning actor and co-owner of Newman/Haas/Lanigan Racing, plans to be on hand for the May 25 Indianapolis 500, the first time he has attended the big race since the rivalry between CART and the Indy Racing League began in 1996.
Brand: NCAA obtains 'new information' on Mayo
Saying the NCAA has "new information," president Myles Brand promised to investigate former Southern California basketball star O.J. Mayo, who allegedly received thousands of dollars in gifts from money given to an event promoter by a sports agency.
Perjury counts against Bonds change from 4 to 14
U.S. attorneys filed more perjury and obstruction charges against Barry Bonds on Tuesday.
Penguins start fast, take 3-0 East lead vs. Flyers
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Tom Verducci: From sluggers galore to sluggers no more, the power's out in the AL
Out-of-nowhere pitchers are dominating. AL bats are the quietest they've been in 30 years. What the heck is going on? SI.com's Tom Verducci details the trends.
Ian Thomsen: Warning signs for the Celtics
The positive news for Boston: Game 5 against the Cavs is at home, where it is 6-0 in the playoffs. The bad? Almost everything else, writes SI.com's Ian Thomsen.
No. 1 Henin abruptly retires at 25
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Specter seeks Mitchell-like Pats probe
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Newspaper apologizes to Patriots for false story
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Fifth suspect, 16, charged in Sean Taylor killing
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Hank to Yankees: Play smarter, more like Rays
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Ex-LSU QB Perrilloux to play at Jacksonville St.
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Kornheiser takes buyout from Washington Post
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Broken nail sends BoSox hurler Buchholz to DL
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Annika moving on in life
CLIFTON, N.J. — Annika Sorenstam ignored her notes and spoke from the heart.
D-backs' top minor-league pitcher in '07 struggling at Triple-A in '08
The Arizona Diamondbacks named Esmerling Vasquez their minor-league pitcher of the year last season after he dominated in Double-A.
Candrea offers up advice for Wildcats
Mike Candrea usually spends this week every year preparing his Arizona Wildcats softball team for a home regional playoff series.
ASU eliminates three men's programs
Kyle DeBerry was born to attend Arizona State University, he says. He attended his first ASU wrestling match when he was 4 years old and spent most of his adolescence dreaming of becoming the Sun Devils' next star.
With help from Drew, Johnson labors to 287th career victory
PHOENIX — Backed by Stephen Drew's three-run homer, Randy Johnson went five shaky innings for his 287th career victory, and the Arizona Diamondbacks beat Colorado 8-4 Tuesday night.
NL inside pitch
• The Cardinals are expecting Yadier Molina to be disciplined for his antics. After the catcher was ejected for complaining about a ball called on Milwaukee's Corey Hart during Monday's loss to Milwaukee, Molina protested by taking off his gear and leaving it in a pile at the feet of plate umpire Paul Schrieber. "We'll hear something," manager Tony La Russa said Tuesday before the Cardinals began a six-game homestand. "It's not going to go unnoticed."
What you missed
• Former Arizona Wildcats All-American Annika Sorenstam might have found herself a post- retirement job — pitcher. Sorenstam threw out the ceremonial first pitch for the Mets on Tuesday night, several hours after she announced she was going to retire from pro golf at the end of the year.
Around the NL
● Phillies 5, Braves 4: In Philadelphia, Jayson Werth drove in four runs, and Brad Lidge earned his 10th save in 10 chances, although he allowed his first earned run of the season.
Around the AL
● Blue Jays 5, Twins 3: In Minneapolis, Matt Stairs homered and scored twice to lead the Blue Jays. Lyle Overbay and Shannon Stewart each had two hits, including RBI doubles, for the Jays, who scored at least five runs in a game for just the second time in the last 10 games.
AL inside pitch
• Red Sox manager Terry Francona left the team and will miss the first two games of his team's series in Baltimore after the death of his mother-in-law. Mary Ann Lang, mother of Francona's wife, Jacque, died Monday night in Tucson. Francona and his family traveled to Tucson on Tuesday. Bench coach Brad Mills, a former teammate of Francona's at the UA, will run the Red Sox in Francona's absence.
Grand jury issues new indictment, charges Bonds with 15 felony counts
SAN FRANCISCO — Barry Bonds was charged in a new indictment Tuesday with 15 felony counts alleging he lied to a grand jury when he denied knowingly using performance-enhancing drugs, and that he hampered the federal government's doping investigation.
Pistons take care of ball, Magic
AUBURN HILLS, Mich. — The Detroit Pistons missed 64percent of their shots and had a rookie filling in for an All-Star at point guard. It did not matter.
Pittsburgh one win away from finals
PHILADELPHIA — Ryan Whitney's wide smile told several stories.
New UA assistant basketball coach Pennell to be paid $150,000 next year
Arizona agreed to pay Russ Pennell $150,000 to serve as an assistant basketball coach next season, according to records obtained from the UA.
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Angels end Yankees' title hopes
The Los Angeles Angels beat the New York Yankees 5-3 to advance to the American League Championship Series.
Last-gasp Steelers beat Chargers
Jeff Reed's late field goal gives Pittsburgh a 24-22 win at San Diego in the NFL's Monday night game.
Houston prevail in marathon game
Houston beat Atlanta 7-6 to take a winning 3-1 lead in their play-off series.
Vinatieri seals late Patriots win
New England Patriots leave it late to beat Atlanta Falcons - plus an NFL round-up.
Houston capture series advantage
Houston Astros beat Atlanta Braves 7-3 to take a 2-1 lead in the series.
Red Sox reign ended by Chicago
Chicago White Sox take a 3-0 series lead to end Boston Red Sox's reign as world champions.
Cardinals extend lead over Padres
St Louis Cardinals beat San Diego Padres 6-2 to move 2-0 ahead in the National League Division Series.
Miami to stage 2010 Super Bowl
Miami is chosen to host a record 10th NFL showpiece match in 2010.
NFL to continue European league
NFL team owners vote to continue to fund and provide players for NFL Europe for five more years.
Gretzky beaten as NHL faces off
Wayne Gretzky loses on his coaching debut as a new NHL season begins after last year was wiped out in a salary-cap row.
Iguchi hit ruins Red Sox's night
Tadahito Iguchi's three-run homer spells disaster for Boston in Chicago, while Houston and LA Angels also win.
Jets turn to old hand Testaverde
Veteran quarterback Vinny Testaverde is to start for the injury-hit New York Jets against Tampa Bay on Sunday.
A's release manager Macha
Red Sox go down to heavy defeat
Boston are thrashed by Chicago on day one of the play-offs while the Cards and the Yankees start with wins.
Carolina hold off Green Bay rally
Brett Favre shines but cannot prevent the Green Bay Packers suffering their worst NFL start in 17 years.
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Rangers suffer Uefa Cup heartache
Zenit St Petersburg lift the Uefa Cup thanks to a 2-0 victory over Rangers in Manchester.
Henin announces shock retirement
World number one Justine Henin quits tennis with immediate effect - at the age of 25.
Hull reach play-off final
Hull face Bristol City in the Championship play-off final after thrashing Watford.
McGeechan given Lions coach role
Wasps director of rugby Ian McGeechan is appointed Lions head coach for next year's tour to South Africa.
Smith hails Rangers' terrific run
Rangers boss Walter Smith is disappointed by defeat in the Uefa Cup final but praises his players' efforts during the competition.
Fans angry after big screen fails
Thousands of Rangers supporters are left disappointed after a big screen due to show the Uefa cup final broke down.
Hoggard left out of England team
Seamer Matthew Hoggard is left out of England's team while New Zealand skipper Daniel Vettori is passed fit for the first Test at Lord's.
Murray wins to set up Nadal clash
Andy Murray beats Gilles Simon in straight sets at the Hamburg Masters to set up a third-round meeting with Rafael Nadal.
QPR bring in Dowie as new coach
QPR appoint Iain Dowie as their first-team coach following the departure of Luigi de Canio.
Hull FC escape Cup ban
The RFL decides that Hull FC will not be expelled from this year's Challenge Cup for fielding an ineligible player.
Lee poised for Liverpool return
Sammy Lee is in talks to become Rafael Benitez's assistant manager at Liverpool
Snapped chain ends Millar hopes
Russian Pavel Brutt wins the fifth stage of the Giro d'Italia as Britain's David Millar suffers mechnical failure in the final stretch.
RFU relaxed over match fee issue
The RFU says talks over England players' match fees are "productive", despite fears over a possible strike.
England pose Ashes threat - Waugh
Steve Waugh believes England have the talent to challenge Australia in next year's Ashes series.
Smith offered England backs role
London Irish director of rugby Brian Smith is offered the job of England backs coach, the BBC understands.
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S. Africa, Nigeria and Ethiopia Dominate African Athletic Meet
South Africa finishes on top with 12 golds and a total of 22 medals at African Athletics Championships in Addis Ababa
Softball Bows Out of Olympics After Beijing
United States Women's National Softball team has won every gold medal since sport was added to Olympic program at 1996 Atlanta Games
China Says Visa Restrictions Are Part of Olympic Security Measures
Foreign Ministry says government is not suspending all multiple-entry visas, reveals stricter procedures to ensure safe environment during Olympics
Olympic Torch Crew Waiting to Ascend Everest
Chinese mission reportedly on track despite two-day delay
Lakers' Kobe Bryant Named NBA Most Valuable Player
Despite tearing a ligament in his small finger in February, Bryant played in all 82 games, averaging more than 28 points in each
Chinese Athletes Take Olympic Torch to Mount Everest
Chinese authorities call Olympic torch's relay to 8,000-meter summit of world's highest mountain 'journey's crowning event'
2000 Olympic Champion Diver Laura Wilkinson Aims For a Third Olympic Team
Wilkinson, 30, hopes to retire after going out on high note at Beijing Olympics in August
Quake Disaster Won't Stop Olympic Torch Relay in Sichuan
Beijing Olympics Committee say quake-stricken areas in Sichuan are not along relay route
Disasters, Turmoil Mar China's Year of Celebration
Devastating earthquake, extreme weather, disasters have hit country during year that was supposed to be year-long celebration culminating this summer, with Summer Olympic Games
US Coach, Star Runner Look Ahead to Beijing Olympics
Coach James Li is helping world champion Bernard Lagat set sights on gold medal in summer games
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Swedes clinches spot in semis
Weinhandl scores in OT to secure 3-2 victory over the Czech Republic
Hank Steinbrenner: Yankees must play smarter
Team's co-chairman expects his struggling club to focus and turn around their season
Host Rangers lead Memorial Cup contenders
Three front-running hockey clubs and one surprise make up the field
Bonds's legal exposure remains same
Former Giants star faces the same amount of prison time he did under the original indictment
Blake gets upset by Tipsarevic in Hamburg
American falls in three sets; two-time runner-up Safin moves on
Bucks add Sampson to coaching staff
Former Indiana University coach joins Skiles's staff
Grant content to leave future in Chelsea's hands
Blues manager: 'I don't think with a contract of four years they need to come to me every two weeks
5th person charged in Redskins safety's killing
16-year-old Timothy Brown is charged with first-degree murder under a sealed warrant
Newspaper says Spygate story false
Boston Herald apologizes for falsely reporting the Patriots videotaped a Rams' walkthrough prior to 2002 Super Bowl
Specter wants Mitchell-like investigation into Spygate
U.S. Senator again criticizes league's handling of the investigation
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Roy and Nash lead Canada to easy win over Norway
Canada came out shooting and hitting on Wednesday, overwhelming a plucky Norway in a quarter-final victory that sets up a matchup with Sweden.
Red Wings won't take foot off pedal
Pavel Datsyuk and the Detroit Red Wings will attempt their second straight sweep of the 2008 Stanley Cup playoffs on Wednesday in Game 4 of the West final at Dallas (7 p.m. CT).
Halladay and Jays' offence need to be on the same page
If there's a game when Roy Halladay and his offence should be able to get back on the same page, Wednesday's contest in Minnesota with the Twins is it.
Igali's wrestlers denied visas to compete in Canada
Six Nigerian wrestlers trained by Olympic champion Daniel Igali have been denied visas to compete in this week's Olympic qualifying tournament in Edmonton, CBC News has learned.
Rautins not giving up on having Nash for the Olympics
Leo Rautins says he hasn't ruled out having Steve Nash in Canada's lineup should the club qualify for the Beijing Olympics.
Mellanby joins Canucks in consultant's role
Scott Mellanby, who played more than 1,400 games with five NHL teams, has been hired as a consultant to rookie Vancouver Canucks general manager Mike Gillis.
Zenit blank Rangers to win UEFA Cup
Zenit St. Petersburg became the second Russia squad in four seasons to win soccer's UEFA Cup, beating Scotland's Glasgow Rangers 2-0 in Wednesday's final at Manchester, England.
Drug-free Olympics? Dream on
A drug-free Olympic Games is too much to expect, says Victor Conte, the man who served four months in a California prison for distributing steroids to Olympic and professional athletes.
Ex-CFLer Trevis Smith loses appeal
Former Canadian Football League player Trevis Smith has lost his appeal of his aggravated sexual assault convictions.
Justine Henin leaving women's tennis
Justine Henin, the world's top-ranked women's tennis player, called it a career on Wednesday at age 25.
Swedes eliminate Czechs in overtime
Mattias Weinhandl scored from a scramble in the crease to give Sweden a 3-2 overtime victory over the Czech Republic in a quarter-final thriller at the world hockey championships at Quebec City on Wednesday afternoon.
Flyers' Coburn hopeful for Game 4 return
Philadelphia Flyers defenceman Braydon Coburn could be cleared to play Game 4 of the NHL Eastern Conference final Thursday (CBC, 7:30 p.m. ET) after a puck nearly hit his eye on Sunday.
Red Sox's Buchholz to rest broken fingernail
Boston Red Sox pitcher Clay Buchholz will have to wait to make his first interleague start of the season after he was put on the 15-day disabled list Wednesday after breaking the nail on his right middle finger.
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