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Norman sets up weekend drama with trip back to '93

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 11:24:00 EST

This is how a two-time champion plays the British Open. But a 53-year-old part-time player? Greg Norman is ready for another weekend charge at a major, giving everybody at Royal Birkdale something to root for, Steve Elling says.

New Rules: No more token All-Stars in Midsummer Classic

Thu, 17 Jul 2008 18:28:00 EST

Want to strip sportswriters of their Hall of Fame votes, limit what broadcasters say or punish players who hot dog it with push-ups? Eight rules are up for vote in the New Rules of Baseball, including those and taking away the token All-Stars.

Training camp battles: NFC West

Thu, 17 Jul 2008 16:14:00 EST

Sure, Rams and Seahawks, centers and tight ends are key parts. But prime-time stuff? The Niners and Cards have compelling QB competitions, Clark Judge says in wrapping up the camp-battles series.

Lobel: Fined Manny not fine with punishment

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 14:41:00 EST

The Boston Red Sox suspect Manny Ramirez, unhappy about a six-figure fine levied on the slugger for pushing a team employee to the floor, purposely took three called strikes during a pinch-hit at-bat against the New York Yankees earlier this month, according to a former Boston sports anchor.

Report: Jazz sign PG Williams to three-year deal

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 08:53:00 EST

Point guard Deron Williams signed a contract extension with Utah on Friday that will keep him with the Jazz through at least the 2011-12 season.

Penguins extend contract for coach Therrien

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 15:21:00 EST

The Pittsburgh Penguins' march to the Stanley Cup Finals has paid off for coach Michel Therrien. General manager Ray Shero says the team has agreed to terms on a new three-year contract for Therrien.

Sabres sign G Miller to five-year extension

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 12:56:00 EST

The Buffalo Sabres signed goaltender Ryan Miller on Friday to a five-year contract extension through the 2013-2014 season.

Paterno among 20 to be enshrined Saturday

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 17:38:00 EST

The 81-year-old Joe Paterno, entering his 43rd season as head coach at Penn State, has shown through the years he knows more about maneuvering through the coaching waters than just about everybody, which is why he will be enshrined with 19 others into the College Football Hall of Fame on Saturday night.

Revolution players help subdue man on flight

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 17:56:00 EST

The FBI says an American Airlines flight on its way from Boston to Los Angeles was diverted to Oklahoma City after a passenger stripped nude, got dressed and then tried to open an emergency exit door.

Cavendish wins fourth stage of Tour

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 11:48:00 EST

Britain's Mark Cavendish has won his fourth stage in this year's Tour de France.

Jack: Money sapping desire from young guys

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 10:38:00 EST

Jack Nicklaus noticed some old faces atop the leaderboard during a brief visit to British Open on Friday, making him wonder if today's younger players have too much money and not enough desire.

Redskins, top pick Thomas agree to four-year deal

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 12:24:00 EST

Second-round draft pick Devin Thomas has signed a four-year contract with the Washington Redskins.

Six players suspended; IIHF investigating deals

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 14:49:00 EST

Nashville Predators forward Alex Radulov was one of six players whose new contracts were suspended by hockey's international governing body on Friday until the legality of the deals could be investigated.

Packers prez backs GM, coach in Favre standoff

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 17:45:00 EST

Green Bay Packers president Mark Murphy has restated his support for general manager Ted Thompson and coach Mike McCarthy in their dealings with Brett Favre.

Double-amputee runner left off team

Fri, 18 Jul 2008 06:42:00 EST

Double amputee runner Oscar Pistorius has failed to make South Africa's team for the Beijing Olympics.