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British Open Second Round News & Notes (PGA European)

Southport, England (Sports Network) - Sergio Garcia appeared to finally have that major championship wrapped up last year at Carnoustie. ...Full Story

Rays activate P Reyes from DL (MLB)

St. Petersburg, FL (Sports Network) - The Tampa Bay Rays activated right- handed pitcher Al Reyes from the 15-day disabled list Friday. ...Full Story

Cavendish wins another stage; Evans keeps overall lead (Other)

Nimes, France (Sports Network) - Mark Cavendish of Great Britain outsprinted a large pack to the finish line and captured Stage 13 of the 200... ...Full Story

2008 Summer Olympic Games Preview - Rowing (Olympics)

Philadelphia, PA (Sports Network) - There are 14 Olympic rowing events, eight sculls and six sweeps. Sculling refers to the use of two oars, one in... ...Full Story

Cheney replaces injured Wambach on U.S. women's roster (Olympics)

Chicago, IL (Sports Network) - Forward Lauren Cheney will replace Abby Wambach on the U.S. women's Olympic soccer team after the USA's lead... ...Full Story

Williams agrees to contract extension with Jazz (NBA)

Salt Lake City, UT (Sports Network) - Guard Deron Williams agreed to a contract extension with the Utah Jazz, and on Friday he spoke about ... ...Full Story

Norman now the British Open leader (PGA European)

Southport, England (Sports Network) - Greg Norman went from a nice first-round story on Thursday to legitimate news on Friday when he took the se... ...Full Story

South Africa keeps Pistorius off Olympic team (Olympics)

Johannesburg, South Africa (Sports Network) - Double-amputee sprinter Oscar Pistorius will not compete in the upcoming Olympics after South Afr... ...Full Story

Rays hope to break out of funk in opener with Jays (MLB)

(Sports Network) - The Tampa Bay Rays have enjoyed a storybook 2008 campaign thus far, but the surprising club certainly didn't head into the All-S... ...Full Story

Hamilton and Morneau continue home run battle at Metrodome (MLB)

(Sports Network) - Josh Hamilton and Justin Morneau slugged it out in a memorable Home Run Derby this past Monday. The two American League All-St... ...Full Story

Royals, White Sox start series in Windy City (MLB)

(Sports Network) - The Chicago White Sox are hoping a few days off and a return home will get themselves back on track for tonight's opener of a t... ...Full Story

NL-best Cubs hope to reverse road fortunes in Houston (MLB)

(Sports Network) - The Chicago Cubs amassed the National League's best record prior to the All-Star break, but the team may have to improve its pl... ...Full Story

Yankees hope to begin second half strong versus A's (MLB)

(Sports Network) - The New York Yankees have reached the postseason every year since 1995. However, if they are planning on making their 14th strai... ...Full Story

Tigers shoot for seventh straight win over Orioles (MLB)

(Sports Network) - The Detroit Tigers try to continue their recent dominance of the Baltimore Orioles this evening when they resume their four-game... ...Full Story

Diamondbacks, Dodgers start key NL West series (MLB)

(Sports Network) - The Arizona Diamondbacks try to hold on to the top spot in the NL West this evening, as they begin a key three-game series with ... ...Full Story

Sabathia, Brewers visit Giants (MLB)

(Sports Network) - CC Sabathia makes his third start as a member of the Milwaukee Brewers this evening in the first of three games against the San ... ...Full Story

Phils' Moyer tries to stay perfect versus Marlins (MLB)

(Sports Network) - Jamie Moyer hopes to continue his mastery of the Florida Marlins this evening when the Philadelphia Phillies visit their NL East... ...Full Story

Torrid Mets can tie club record with win over Reds (MLB)

(Sports Network) - Thanks to a near franchise-record winning streak, the New York Mets are tied atop the standings in the National League East... ...Full Story

Braves host Nationals to start up post-break slate (MLB)

(Sports Network) - Veteran right-hander Tim Hudson follows up his first career relief appearance with start No. 302 tonight, when the Atlanta Brave... ...Full Story

Pirates aim for revenge in rematch with Rockies (MLB)

(Sports Network) - Pittsburgh starter Ian Snell will try to halt a four-start winless skid when the Pirates resume a four-game series with th... ...Full Story

Report: Dodger Stadium to host WBC championship round (MLB)

Los Angeles, CA (Sports Network) - The semifinals and final of the 2009 World Baseball Classic will reportedly be held at Dodger Stadium. ...Full Story

Mariners entertain Indians in matchup of disappointments (MLB)

(Sports Network) - Things haven't gone according to plan for both the Cleveland Indians and Seattle Mariners this year. The two last-p... ...Full Story

AL powerhouses clash as Red Sox visit Angels (MLB)

(Sports Network) - A pair of division leaders get their second half of the season underway tonight, when the Boston Red Sox visit the Los Ange... ...Full Story

Ferguson: Ronaldo won't be sold (English Premiership)

Manchester, England (Sports Network) - Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson is adamant that Cristiano Ronaldo will not be sold before ... ...Full Story

West Bromwich wins race for Carson (English Premiership)

West Bromwich, England (Sports Network) - West Bromwich Albion have won the race to sign goalkeeper Scott Carson in a $6.5 million deal from Li... ...Full Story

Thrashers agree to terms with Esposito (NHL)

Atlanta, GA (Sports Network) - The Atlanta Thrashers agreed to terms with forward Angelo Esposito on a multi-year contract Friday. Per cl... ...Full Story

Gicquel, Darcis reach Dutch Open semis (ATP)

Amersfoort, The Netherlands (Sports Network) - Top-seeded Frenchman Marc Gicquel and reigning champion Steve Darcis of Belgium were a pair of... ...Full Story

Tough to notice Villegas on Friday (PGA European)

Southport, England (Sports Network) - It must be difficult to post five straight birdies to finish your round, including hitting the stick ... ...Full Story

Friedel asks to leave Rovers (English Premiership)

Blackburn, England (Sports Network) - Veteran goalkeeper Brad Friedel has moved closer to the exit door after telling Blackburn Rovers that he wa... ...Full Story

Sabres goaltender Miller gets extension (NHL)

Buffalo, NY (Sports Network) - The Buffalo Sabres signed goaltender Ryan Miller to a five-year contract extension Friday. ...Full Story

Eto'o considering shock move to Uzbekistan (Spanish La Liga)

Barcelona, Spain (Sports Network) - Barcelona striker Samuel Eto'o has confirmed he is seriously considering a shock move to Uzbekistan. ...Full Story

Solich rewarded with extension at Ohio U (NCAA Football I-A)

Athens, OH (Sports Network) - Ohio University has extended the contract of head football coach Frank Solich through the 2013 season. ...Full Story

Redskins sign WR Thomas (NFL)

Ashburn, VA (Sports Network) - The Washington Redskins signed wide receiver and second-round draft pick Devin Thomas on Friday. ...Full Story

Defending champion in the hunt (PGA European)

Southport, England (Sports Network) - Padraig Harrington was only 75 percent sure he'd even defend his British Open Championship title on Wednesd... ...Full Story

United's Evra charged with improper conduct (English Premiership)

Manchester, England (Sports Network) - Manchester United defender Patrice Evra has been charged with improper conduct by the Football Associati... ...Full Story

Nationals place Pena on DL (MLB)

Atlanta, GA (Sports Network) - The Washington Nationals placed outfielder Wily Mo Pena on the 15-day disabled list and activated catcher John... ...Full Story

Indians recall INF Cabrera from minors (MLB)

Cleveland, OH (Sports Network) - The Cleveland Indians recalled infielder Asdrubal Cabrera from Triple-A Buffalo Friday. ...Full Story

Inconsistency highlights Phils' first half (MLB)

(Sports Network) - The Philadelphia Phillies sure are a tough team to figure out. One day they can put up 20 runs in a dominating effort and the ne... ...Full Story

Choi goes in front at Royal Birkdale (PGA European)

Southport, England (Sports Network) - K.J. Choi birdied his final two holes Friday to take the second-round lead at the British Open Championship a... ...Full Story

2008 Summer Olympic Games Preview - Water Polo (Olympics)

Philadelphia, PA (Sports Network) - Water Polo originated back in the late 1870's in England. It was introduced as an Olympic sport for men in 1900... ...Full Story

2008 Summer Olympic Games Preview - Soccer (Olympics)

Philadelphia, PA (Sports Network) - The United States Women's National Team enters the 2008 Summer Olympics with hopes of defending its gold medal ... ...Full Story

NHL back on schedule again (NHL)

Philadelphia, PA (Sports Network) - The ill-fated unbalanced schedule that the NHL decided to employ following the lockout is finally dead, and it'... ...Full Story

Stoke City confirms addition of Kitson (English Premiership)

Stoke-on-Trent, England (Sports Network) - Stoke City manager Tony Pulis has paid a club record transfer fee of $11 million to land Reading ... ...Full Story

'Quakes sign Brazilian midfielder (MLS)

San Jose, CA (Sports Network) - The San Jose Earthquakes announced on Friday the team has signed Brazilian midfielder Francisco Lima. ...Full Story

Mickelson will make cut at British Open (PGA European)

Southport, England (Sports Network) - Phil Mickelson shot a two-under 68 on Friday to finish two rounds at plus-seven, which is within the projecte... ...Full Story

Yankees sign Richie Sexson (MLB)

Bronx, NY (Sports Network) - The New York Yankees made it official on Friday and signed first baseman Richie Sexson to a contract for the remain... ...Full Story

White Sox activate closer Jenks (MLB)

Chicago, IL (Sports Network) - The Chicago White Sox activated closer Bobby Jenks from the 15-day disabled list Friday. He had been sidelined... ...Full Story

Pens ink head coach Therrien to new contract (NHL)

Pittsburgh, PA (Sports Network) - The Pittsburgh Penguins agreed to terms with head coach Michel Therrien on a three-year contract Friday. ...Full Story

Sixers sign top pick Speights (NBA)

Philadelphia, PA (Sports Network) - The Philadelphia 76ers signed forward Marreese Speights to an undisclosed contract Friday. ...Full Story

MAC: 12-year wait will end in '08 for Ball State (NCAA Football I-A)

Philadelphia, PA (Sports Network) - The last time Ball State won the MAC title was way back in 1996. That year, the Cardinals won their final eig... ...Full Story

Starace, Del Potro reach semis; Schuettler exits Austrian Open (ATP)

Kitzbuhel, Austria (Sports Network) - Last year's runner-up Potito Starace and last week's Stuttgart champion Juan Martin Del Potro w... ...Full Story

Marlins put together powerful first half (MLB)

(Sports Network) - Figured to once again be in a rebuilding mode, the 2008 Florida Marlins have instead busted out their whooping sticks on the res... ...Full Story

Marlins' Miller lands on DL (MLB)

Miami, FL (Sports Network) - The Florida Marlins placed starting pitcher Andrew Miller on the 15-day disabled list Friday with righ... ...Full Story

Szavay barely reaches Bad Gastein quarters (WTA)

Bad Gastein, Austria (Sports Network) - Top-seeded Hungarian Agnes Szavay highlighted Friday's second-round winners at the $175,000 Gaste... ...Full Story

Galaxy officially add Dominguez, release Xavier (MLS)

Carson, CA (Sports Network) - Los Angeles Galaxy defender Eduardo Dominguez has officially been added to the club's roster ahead of Saturd... ...Full Story

Retooled 'Quakes attack to get first test at TFC (MLS)

Toronto, ON (Sports Network) - The San Jose Earthquakes and Toronto FC kick off Major League Soccer's Saturday fixtures in the first match be... ...Full Story

Red Bulls, Galaxy to battle at Giants Stadium (MLS)

East Rutherford, NJ (Sports Network) - When the New York Red Bulls and Los Angeles Galaxy square off at Giants Stadium on Saturday, fans can... ...Full Story

Hoops, Rapids vie for crucial points (MLS)

Frisco, TX (Sports Network) - Two of Major League Soccer's more mediocre Western Conference sides, FC Dallas and the Colorado Rapids, square... ...Full Story

Choi one ahead of Norman at British Open (PGA European)

Southport, England (Sports Network) - K.J. Choi birdied his final two holes Friday to take the second-round lead at the British Open Championshi... ...Full Story

Oregon, Kent restructure contract (NCAA Basketball)

Eugene, OR (Sports Network) - The Oregon Ducks and head men's basketball coach Ernie Kent agreed to a new contract Friday that includes a $60... ...Full Story

Hull City bids for Wigan striker King (English Premiership)

Hull, England (Sports Network) - Hull City has confirmed they have tabled a bid to sign striker Marlon King from Wigan Athletic. ...Full Story

Verdasco reaches semis; Moya bows out in Umag (ATP)

Umag, Croatia (Sports Network) - Top-seeded Spaniard Fernando Verdasco was among Friday's quarterfinal winners, while five-time champion Carl... ...Full Story

Chicago aims to knock RSL from Western perch (MLS)

Bridgeview, IL (Sports Network) - Real Salt Lake will aim to keep its spot at the summit of the Western table when it travels to take on the Chica... ...Full Story

Jets sign TE Keller (NFL)

Hempstead, NY (Sports Network) - The New York Jets signed tight end Dustin Keller to an undisclosed contract Friday. ...Full Story

Cubs bring up Hoffpauir, disable Lieber (MLB)

Houston, TX (Sports Network) - The Chicago Cubs made two moves on Friday, prior to the start of a weekend series with the Astros in Houston. ...Full Story

A's reinstate SS Crosby (MLB)

Bronx, NY (Sports Network) - The Oakland Athletics reinstated shortstop Bobby Crosby from the 15-day disabled list Friday. He was out of the line... ...Full Story

Rangers activate Blalock (MLB)

Minneapolis, MN (Sports Network) - The Texas Rangers activated third baseman Hank Blalock from the 15-day disabled list prior to Friday's 6-0 l... ...Full Story

Arrow gets two-year extension at South Alabama (NCAA Basketball)

Mobile, AL (Sports Network) - South Alabama men's basketball coach Ronnie Arrow has received a two-year contract extension that will keep ... ...Full Story

Six player transfers under review by IIHF (NHL)

Zurich, Switzerland (Sports Network) - The International Ice Hockey Federation informed the NHL, NHL's Players' Association and Russia's new C... ...Full Story

Newman, Chin to battle for Publinx title (USGA)

Aurora, CO (Sports Network) - Jack Newman won two matches on Friday and advanced to face John Chin in the finals of the U.S. Amateur Public ... ...Full Story

Serena cruises into semis at Stanford (WTA)

Stanford, CA (Sports Network) - Serena Williams breezed past Patty Schnyder in straight sets to move into the semifinals at the $600,0... ...Full Story

Flanagan, Johnson share lead in Milwaukee (PGA)

Milwaukee, WI (Sports Network) - Nick Flanagan fired a seven-under 63 and Richard S. Johnson posted a three-under 67 on Friday to share the ... ...Full Story

Rockies designate P Redman for assignment (MLB)

Denver, CO (Sports Network) - The Colorado Rockies designated pitcher Mark Redman for assignment on Friday, while calling up pitcher Ju... ...Full Story

Quigley fires 62 for 3M Championship lead (PGA Champions)

Blaine, MN (Sports Network) - Dana Quigley fired a course-record 10-under 62 Friday to grab a two-stroke lead after the opening round o... ...Full Story

Davenport, Venus Williams withdraw from tournament (WTA)

Carson, CA (Sports Network) - Lindsay Davenport and Venus Williams have withdrawn from next week's East West Bank Classic due to injuries. ...Full Story

Kim leads Wie, others by one at State Farm (LPGA)

Springfield, IL (Sports Network) - Christina Kim shot a four-under 68 on Friday to take a one-shot lead over four players midway through the ... ...Full Story

Jags WR Porter undergoes surgery (NFL)

Jacksonville, FL (Sports Network) - Jacksonville Jaguars wide receiver Jerry Porter underwent successful surgery Thursday to repair a hamstri... ...Full Story

Coyotes ink Murray (NHL)

Glendale, AZ (Sports Network) - The Phoenix Coyotes signed center Garth Murray to a one-year contract, the club announced Friday. Per club policy... ...Full Story

Knost protects lead at Price Cutter (Nationwide Tour)

Springfield, MO (Sports Network) - Colt Knost shot a five-under 67 on Friday to remain in the lead after two rounds of the Price Cutte... ...Full Story

The MMA war heats up (Other)

(Sports Network) - There will be a couple of heavyweight title fights in the mixed martial arts world on Saturday. ...Full Story

Storm edge Fever (WNBA)

Indianapolis, IN (Sports Network) - Sheryl Swoopes scored a game-high 15 points and Camille Little chipped in 13, as the Seattle Storm ... ...Full Story

Reds' Freel to have surgery on hamstring (MLB)

Cincinnati, OH (Sports Network) - Cincinnati Reds outfielder Ryan Freel will undergo surgery to repair the torn distal hamstring tendon behind... ...Full Story

Diamondbacks place Upton on DL (MLB)

Phoenix, AZ (Sports Network) - The Arizona Diamondbacks placed outfielder Justin Upton on the 15-day disabled list Friday with a left oblique ... ...Full Story

Arroyo, Reds snap Mets' 10-game win streak (MLB)

Cincinnati, OH (Sports Network) - Bronson Arroyo tossed eight solid innings and the Cincinnati Reds cooled off New York, 5-2, snapping the Met... ...Full Story

Zobrist's HR helps Rays put an end to seven-game slide (MLB)

St. Petersburg, FL (Sports Network) - Ben Zobrist clubbed the go-ahead two-run homer in the seventh inning, and Tampa Bay snapped a season-long ... ...Full Story

Howard, Moyer lift Phillies over Marlins (MLB)

Miami, FL (Sports Network) - Ryan Howard continued to hit home runs in July, adding his ninth of the month as the Phillies started the second... ...Full Story

Scott leads HR parade as O's down Tigers (MLB)

Baltimore, MD (Sports Network) - Luke Scott belted two of Baltimore's four home runs in a 7-4 victory over the Detroit Tigers in the second ma... ...Full Story

A-Rod and Cano power Yanks past A's (MLB)

Bronx, NY (Sports Network) - Robinson Cano and Alex Rodriguez both homered as New York downed Oakland, 7-1, in the opener of a three-game set... ...Full Story

Walton leads Canadian Tour Players Cup (Canadian PGA)

Winnipeg, MB (Sports Network) - Michael Walton fired a nine-under 62 Friday to take the lead after two rounds of the Canadian Tour Players Cup. ...Full Story

Braves hold off Nats (MLB)

Atlanta, GA (Sports Network) - Brian McCann hit a bases-loaded double, while Brent Lillibridge went 2-for-4 with two runs batted in, as Atlant... ...Full Story

Blake, Tursunov reach Indy semifinals (ATP)

Indianapolis, IN (Sports Network) - Top-seeded American James Blake and defending champion Dmitry Tursunov advanced to the semifinals Fri... ...Full Story

Sky hold off Sun (WNBA)

Chicago, IL (Sports Network) - Jia Perkins scored 15 points and grabbed six rebounds, as the Chicago Sky defeated the Connecticut Sun, 73-65. ...Full Story

Pence lifts Astros past Cubs (MLB)

Houston, TX (Sports Network) - Miguel Tejada and Hunter Pence had back-to-back doubles in the ninth, allowing the Houston Astros to edge the Chi... ...Full Story

Oklahoma City signs G Miles to offer sheet (NBA)

Oklahoma City, OK (Sports Network) - The new Oklahoma City franchise signed restricted free agent guard C.J. Miles to an offer sheet... ...Full Story

Perkins powers Twins; Rangers blanked for first time this season (MLB)

Minneapolis, MN (Sports Network) - Glen Perkins was brilliant on the mound to win his fifth straight decision, and Delmon Young went 4-for-... ...Full Story

Efficient ChiSox top Royals (MLB)

Chicago, IL (Sports Network) - It seemed like they swung at every pitch, but Chicago's first eight batters of the game reached base en route to s... ...Full Story

Serena cruises into semis, Chakvetadze falls at Stanford (WTA)

Stanford, CA (Sports Network) - Serena Williams breezed past Patty Schnyder in straight sets to move into the semifinals, while ... ...Full Story

Gymnast Worley breaks leg (Olympics)

New Waverly, TX (Sports Network) - Shayla Worley's chances of making the U.S. gymnastics team suffered a crushing blow on Friday when she broke... ...Full Story

Molina carries Cardinals over Padres; unlucky 13 for Maddux (MLB)

St. Louis, MO (Sports Network) - Yadier Molina broke a tie with a two-run single in the eighth inning as the St. Louis Cardinals beat the... ...Full Story

Monarchs weather late Atlanta rally (WNBA)

Sacramento, CA (Sports Network) - The Sacramento Monarchs bench, led by Crystal Kelly's 15 points, combined for 33 in a 77-73 victory over t... ...Full Story

Brewers crush Giants as CC flirts with shutout, again (MLB)

San Francisco, CA (Sports Network) - CC Sabathia pitched his second consecutive dominating complete game effort, as the Milwaukee Brew... ...Full Story

M's stomp Tribe behind King Felix, Ibanez slam (MLB)

Seattle, WA (Sports Network) - Raul Ibanez hit a grand slam as part of a three-hit night and Felix Hernandez tossed six solid innings, a... ...Full Story

Anderson, Angels blast Red Sox in match-up of AL elite (MLB)

Anaheim, CA (Sports Network) - John Lackey was solid in seven innings and Garret Anderson went 4-for-4 with five runs driven in, as the LA... ...Full Story

LaHair called up, makes MLB debut for Seattle (MLB)

Seattle, WA (Sports Network) - The Seattle Mariners recalled first baseman Bryan LaHair from Triple-A Tacoma on Friday, and the prospect made... ...Full Story

Lions roar, keep Blue Bombers winless (CFL)

Vancouver, BC (Sports Network) - Jarious Jackson's 48-yard touchdown pass to Geroy Simon helped lift the British Columbia Lions to a 27-18 wi... ...Full Story

Lakers won't match offer for Turiaf (NBA)

Los Angeles, CA (Sports Network) - The Los Angeles Lakers will not match the four-year, $17 million offer sheet forward Ronny Turiaf signe... ...Full Story

Loney HR in 11th ties Dodgers atop NL West (MLB)

Phoenix, AZ (Sports Network) - James Loney belted the winning homer in the 11th inning, and Nomar Garciaparra smacked two balls over the fence... ...Full Story


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