Ravens sign former Bengals OT Anderson (AP)
The Baltimore Ravens agreed to terms with former Cincinnati Bengals offensive tackle Willie Anderson on a three-year, $11 million contract. Terry Bolar, Anderson's agent, confirmed Thursday's agreement. The addition of Anderson, who is scheduled to sign his contract at the Ravens' training complex Friday morning, comes days before the Ravens open the season against his former team.
Celtics and Lakers set to shine amid economic gloom (Reuters)
Reuters - After a summer spent promoting the game around the world, the NBA focus returns to the North American hardwood this week and the start of a new season that will present challenges on and off the court.
Texans QB Schaub likely out 2-4 weeks (AP)
Houston quarterback Matt Schaub has an injured medial collateral ligament and will be out at least two weeks and possibly up to a month. Coach Gary Kubiak said officials were still trying to determine the severity of the injury, but that Schaub was on crutches on Monday. Schaub was injured when he was hit in the knee by Jared Allen in the second quarter of Houston's loss to Minnesota on Sunday.
Texans WR Williams walking again (AP)
For the first time since injuring his neck and spine last week, Texans receiver Harry Williams has walked by himself. Houston television station KRIV reports that Williams walked by himself Thursday morning at Presbyterian Hospital in Dallas. He suffered a cracked vertebrate and severe ligament damage in his neck Aug.
Top-seeded Ivanovic upset at Wimbledon (AP)
Top-seeded Ana Ivanovic was knocked out in the third round of Wimbledon on Friday by 133rd-ranked Zheng Jie of China, extending a spate of stunning upsets at the All England Club. Ivanovic, who took over the No. 1 ranking after winning the French Open earlier this month, slumped to a 6-1, 6-4 loss to the wild-card entry and doubles specialist.
Gates works out at Chargers camp (AP)
Chargers tight end Antonio Gates tested his surgically repaired left big toe Monday at training camp and said it's about 65 to 70 percent healed. While rookies and select veterans opened camp, Gates went through a 45-minute workout on a side field. He tested the toe by running and cutting. Gates was hurt in a wild-card playoff win against Tennessee and then played against Indianapolis and New...
Bird leads Seattle past Indiana 78-70 (AP)
Sue Bird's offensive numbers were stellar. Her defense was the spark Seattle needed in the fourth quarter. U.S. Olympic coach Anne Donovan -- who sat courtside Friday night -- can only hope Bird plays this well in Beijing. Bird had 17 points, five rebounds, five assists and three steals, and jump-started Seattle's fourth-quarter surge in a 78-70 victory over the Indiana Fever.
Soderling beats Roddick in Lyon quarters (AP)
Top-seeded Andy Roddick fell to Robin Soderling 7-6 (5), 7-6 (5) Friday in the Lyon Grand Prix quarterfinals. The Swede had 20 aces and Roddick finished with 22 in a match that had no breaks. The American is trying to qualify for next month's Masters Cup in Shanghai. Three of the eight berths are open.
Messi reward for Argentina, while Brazil scramble (AFP)
AFP - Lionel Messi rewarded Argentina for fighting for his right to play in the Olympics when he orchestrated a 2-1 win over Ivory Coast on the opening day of the Beijing men's football Thursday.
Maker of weight-loss pill suspends sales (AP)
The makers of an over-the-counter weight-loss pill have suspended sales following accusations the product contains but does not list an ingredient banned by the NFL. "We've received notice of the problem with the NFL," the makers of StarCaps said in a statement released by e-mail Thursday. The statement added that the company is "taking all necessary steps to ensure that our customers receive...
Santana cruises, Mets beat Cards 9-1 to win series (AP)
AP - Johan Santana gave the Mets exactly what they needed after a 14-inning marathon used up their bullpen.
Silver Stars-Shock Preview (AP)
Hampered by injury and suspensions, the Detroit Shock have had a tough time trying to remain in first place. The San Antonio Silver Stars don't have any such excuses. With four players returning from suspensions, the Shock look to snap a season-high three-game losing streak Sunday night when they face the struggling Silver Stars in a matchup of first-place teams playing their last contest before...
Buckeyes' Wells out for game against No. 1 Trojans (AP)
AP - Ohio State running back Chris "Beanie" Wells will not play for the fifth-ranked Buckeyes against No. 1 Southern California on Saturday night because of his injured right foot.
McNabb leads Eagles to rout of Rams (AP)
This is what a healthy Donovan McNabb looks like. McNabb threw for 361 yards and three touchdowns, rookie DeSean Jackson had an impressive debut and the Philadelphia Eagles routed the St. Louis Rams 38-3 on Sunday. McNabb was 21-for-33, including a 90-yard TD pass to Hank Baskett. Jackson, the first Eagles rookie wide receiver to start the season opener in 18 years, had six catches for 106 yards and...
Robredo wins Swedish Open over Berdych (AP)
Tommy Robredo defeated Tomas Berdych 6-4, 6-1 Sunday to win the clay-court Swedish Open for the second time in three years. The third-seeded Spaniard outplayed Berdych in the second set, breaking the Czech three times. He faced a break point at 1-1, but Berdych hit a forehand long. "This win is more important than the first one," Robredo said.
Hammon, Young lead Silver Stars past Liberty (AP)
Becky Hammon scored 27 points against her former team and Sophia Young added 23 as the San Antonio Silver Stars won their fifth straight game with a 83-79 victory over the New York Liberty on Tuesday night. It's the third time in as many games that Hammon has topped the Silver Stars in scoring when meeting the Liberty.
Blue's late free throws help Mystics hold off Sun (AP)
WASHINGTON (AP)-- Nikki Blue scored a career-high 13 points, including two key free throws in the final minute, and the Washington Mystics held off the Connecticut Sun 69-64 Sunday. Taj McWilliams-Franklin had 11 points and 10 rebounds and Nakia Sanford added nine points and 11 rebounds for the Mystics (8-12), who won despite making only two baskets in the fourth quarter.
Bud Black to return as Padres manager (AP)
AP - Manager Bud Black won't be made a scapegoat for the San Diego Padres' worst finish in 15 years.
Semin's 5-point game gets Caps by 'Canes (AP)
If Alexander Semin keeps this up, he might not be the other Alex in Washington for long. Semin had two goals and three assists to take the NHL scoring lead, and the Capitals routed the Carolina Hurricanes 5-1 on Wednesday night to take sole possession of the Southeast Division lead. "I hope he's going to play the same way -- he's going to be the best player in the league," said linemate -- and face...
Rays lead Red Sox 5-1 after 3 innings (AP)
AP - Carlos Pena, Evan Longoria and Willie Aybar kept Tampa Bay's power surge going with homers over the Green Monster, giving the Rays a 5-1 lead over the Boston Red Sox after three innings of Game 4 of the AL championship series Tuesday night.
Anelka sends Chelsea back into pole position (AFP)
AFP - Nicolas Anelka's double secured a 2-0 win against Blackburn on Sunday that sent Chelsea back to the top of the Premier League.