Short Hops: Indians' pitching might tip balance in AL Central
Balanced or simply mediocre, the AL Central race looks as if it will be wide open for most of the season. But in his Short Hops, Scott Miller says Cleveland's pitching might be the difference maker.
Hornets blow golden opportunity, fail to show up for Game 6
No way. Not in San Antonio. The Spurs' Big Three lead the way, keepingthe defending champs alive with a 99-80 win over the visiting Hornets inGame 6. But New Orleans really blows it by not showing up, Gregg Doyel says.
Flyers prevent elimination with three first-period goals
The Philadelphia Flyers scored three goals in the first period and staved off elimination from the Eastern Conference finals with a 4-2 victory over the Pittsburgh Penguins on Thursday.
Strong start in Game 4 enough for Flyers to cling to hopes
The Flyers looked a lot different in their 4-2 Game 4 win than they did in the first three. They finally have some life with the series shifting back to Pittsburgh. But Philly knows it's still facing a difficult task, Wes Goldstein says.
Arizona's Drew collects four hits to back Webb's ninth victory
Backed by Stephen Drew's career-high four hits, Brandon Webb became the major leagues' first nine-game winner and the Arizona Diamondbacks defeated the Colorado Rockies 8-5 on Thursday night.
Mayo denies taking money, breaking rules
Former USC basketball star O.J. Mayo has denied allegations that he received cash and gifts from events promoter Rodney Guillory and said he was confident an investigation will determine he did not violate NCAA rules.
Martin to be Panthers GM through 2011-12
Jacques Martin has reached an agreement to remain with the Florida Panthers as general manager through the 2011-12 season, the team said Friday.
Yanks plummet into AL East cellar
Scott Kazmir sparkled in his first start since agreeing to a $28.5 million contract extension, and the surprising Tampa Bay Rays dropped the Yankees into last place with a 5-2 victory over New York on Thursday.
