Defending champion Federer advances to US Open semis (AFP)
AFP - Four-time defending champion Roger Federer advanced to the US Open semi-finals on Thursday by beating 130th-ranked Luxembourg qualifier Gilles Muller 7-6 (7/5), 6-4, 7-6 (7/5).
Falcons DT Jackson sues drug company (AP)
The Atlanta Falcons welcomed Grady Jackson back to their training table on Tuesday. "He gobbles up space," coach Mike Smith said of the massive nose tackle. "He's going to gobble up at least two blocks on plays." Smith wasn't trying to make a play on words about the 345-pound Jackson. It's just that size and stature are inevitable topics any time the 12-year veteran is discussed.
Signs good for Celtics' Allen to play in Game 6 (AP)
AP - The Celtics expect Ray Allen to play when they try for a second time to win the NBA championship. Kendrick Perkins? Now that's a different story.
Federer wins, Kuznetsova out at US Open (AP)
Roger Federer flicked a final winner, trotted to the net and started to shake hands. Then, there was one last challenge. Playfully, Thiago Alves called for a replay review. So the man trying for his fifth straight U.S. Open title and an overmatched qualifier shared a laugh, watching together as the giant scoreboards above Arthur Ashe Stadium confirmed the call: The ball landed squarely on the line,...
Phillies-Mets postponed to Sunday by heavy rains (AP)
AP - The remnants of Tropical Storm Hanna washed away the Philadelphia Phillies-New York Mets game Saturday afternoon and left in her wake one intriguing day-night doubleheader.
Canadiens to retire Roy's No. 33 (AP)
Patrick Roy will have his No. 33 retired by the Montreal Canadiens on Nov. 22 before the team's game against the Boston Bruins. Roy, who previously had his number retired by Colorado, is the NHL's only three-time winner of the Conn Smythe Trophy, awarded to the MVP of the Stanley Cup playoffs. "It's a great day, it's a great honor to have the chance to come back with the organization and the family...
Campbell's late TD pass lifts Redskins (AP)
"Avoid, reset and throw." Jason Campbell did just that, then hit Santana Moss for a 67-yard touchdown pass that won the game. Campbell and new Washington Redskins coach Jim Zorn's West Coast offense succeeded in Week 2 as spectacularly as it failed in Week 1. Campbell went from uncomfortable to prolific, completing 24 of 36 passes for 321 yards in a 29-24 victory over the New Orleans Saints.
Superdome operator: stadium looks good (AP)
AP - The Louisiana Superdome, for now still scheduled to host an NFL regular-season opener Sunday between the New Orleans Saints and Tampa Bay Buccaneers, appeared to be in good condition after the worst of Hurricane Gustav had passed, the stadium's operator said.
Winthrop beats North Greenville 67-42 (AP)
AP - Charles Corbin scored 14 points to help lead Winthrop to a 67-42 win against North Greenville on Friday night.
Wenger confirms Gallas as Gunners skipper (AFP)
AFP - Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has confirmed that William Gallas will remain as captain for the new season.
Federer loses in return to ATP action (AP)
Top-ranked Roger Federer was knocked out of the Rogers Cup with a 2-6, 7-5, 6-4 loss to France's Gilles Simon in a second-round match Wednesday night. Federer, who won the tournament in 2004 and '06, was playing his first match since losing the Wimbeldon final in five sets to Spain's Rafael Nadal. "That's just unbelievable for me to win against him," Simon said.
Griese rallies Bucs past Bears in OT (AP)
The Chicago Bears checked another item off their to-do list. A division title, a first-round bye and now home-field advantage throughout the NFC playoffs have been secured. But this much is also certain: Chicago will have to play better than it did in the second half Sunday or the stay in the postseason will be short.
Seattle says a deal's a deal; Sonics should stay (AP)
AP - A deal is a deal, and the SuperSonics should stay. That was the message from city of Seattle lawyers as a federal trial began Monday to determine whether the NBA franchise will be forced to stay at KeyArena until its lease expires in 2010.
Lennox leads second-half comeback as Dream topple Lynx (PA SportsTicker)
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Injured Harrington questionable for British Open (AP)
AP - If this was nearly any other week, Padraig Harrington would already be home.
Brady doesn't start, expected to miss third game (AP)
AP - Tom Brady, nursing a foot injury, didn't start and was expected to miss his third straight preseason game Friday night when the New England Patriots played the Philadelphia Eagles.
Redskins sign 2nd-round pick Thomas (AP)
Second-round draft pick Devin Thomas of Michigan State signed a $4.83 million, four-year contract with the Washington Redskins on Friday, two days before training camp. The deal includes a signing bonus of about $2.7 million for the wide receiver, who was Washington's top selection in April's NFL draft.
James, Wade set to restore U.S. basketball pride (AP)
AP - LeBron James and Dwyane Wade cruised city streets on bicycles Saturday for charity. Soon, the NBA superstars will be touring China for gold.
Mets rally past Cubs 7-6, keep playoff hopes alive (AP)
AP - Carlos Beltran singled home the winning run with two outs in the ninth inning and the New York Mets rallied to beat the Chicago Cubs 7-6 on Thursday night for a huge win that halted their late-season slide.
Monarchs F Kim Smith undergoes ankle surgery (PA SportsTicker)
Sacramento Monarchs forward Kim Smith underwent surgery on her right ankle on Wednesday to repair damaged cartilage and remove a bone spur.
Yanks' Chamberlain expects to return this month (AP)
AP - Joba Chamberlain plans to start a throwing program next week and expects to rejoin the New York Yankees' rotation this month. Chamberlain was placed on the 15-day disabled list Wednesday due to rotator cuff tendinitis in his pitching shoulder.