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Bonds hits 754th homer, 1 short of Aaron
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<p><a href="http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/sports/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070728/ap_on_sp_ba_ne/bbn_giants_bonds_homers"><img src="http://d.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/ap/20070728/capt.9978c18752d340bfa523a20fb775de79.aptopix_marlins_giants_baseball__cabm101.jpg?x=116&y=130&sig=rLV6F8JuQ7Kg0jIPjjC0VQ--" align="left" height="130" width="116" alt="San Francisco Giants' Barry Bonds connects for his 754th career home run off Florida Marlins' Rick Vanden Hurk in the first inning of a baseball game Friday, July 27, 2007, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)" border="0" /></a>AP - Hammerin' Hank, he's right behind you now. Barry Bonds hit his 754th career home run Friday night, and needed just one more to tie Hank Aaron's record.</p><br clear="all"/>
Nike suspends Vick contract without pay
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<p><a href="http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/sports/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070728/ap_on_sp_fo_ne/fbn_falcons_vick_merchandise"><img src="http://d.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/ap/20070727/capt.68357bdc091946868be4707c8c80a918.falcons_vick_merchandise_football_ny167.jpg?x=130&y=99&sig=NaLnIH.KEt8n83w4A5EZDg--" align="left" height="99" width="130" alt="Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Vick scrambles during the first quarter of an exhibition game against the Tennessee Titans on in this Friday, Aug. 19, 2005, file photo in Atlanta. Nike suspended its lucrative contract with Michael Vick on Friday, while Reebok took the unprecedented step of stopping sales of his No. 7 jersey. Facing protests from animal-rights groups, Nike announced it was suspending Vick's endorsement deal without pay, as well as halting sales of Vick-related shoes and other products at its retail stores. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)" border="0" /></a>AP - Nike suspended its lucrative contract with Michael Vick on Friday, while Reebok took the unprecedented step of stopping sales of his No. 7 jersey.</p><br clear="all"/>
Request for Grimsley names rejected
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<p><a href="http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/sports/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070728/ap_on_sp_ba_ne/bbo_athletes_steroids"><img src="http://d.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/ap/20070727/capt.nyol51207272107.athletes_steroids_baseball_nyol512.jpg?x=130&y=107&sig=PVB3Kt4hI1F..NIqcUhJdA--" align="left" height="107" width="130" alt="Arizona Diamondbacks Jason Grimsley fields a grounder against San Diego in this May 16, 2006, file photo. A federal magistrate Friday rejected a request by The Associated Press to reveal the names of players allegedly implicated in drug use by Grimsley. (AP Photo/Roy Dabner,file)" border="0" /></a>AP - A federal magistrate judge rejected a request by The Associated Press to reveal the names of players allegedly implicated in drug use by former major league pitcher Jason Grimsley.</p><br clear="all"/>
Time trial may decide Tour de France
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<p><a href="http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/sports/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070728/ap_on_sp_ot/cyc_tour_de_france"><img src="http://d.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/ap/20070726/capt.ea5d6c2d279042cda15909fecaefdcfc.cycling_tour_de_france_tdf136.jpg?x=98&y=130&sig=2S.ZDe6ax4aHCBcDJD1YyA--" align="left" height="130" width="98" alt="Second placed in the the overall standings Cadel Evans of Australia rides during the 17th stage of the 94th Tour de France cycling race between Pau and Castelsarrasin, Thursday, July 26, 2007. Alberto Contador is the new overall leader. (AP Photo/Peter Dejong)" border="0" /></a>AP - Battered by scandal and doping embarrassments, the Tour de France might actually have stumbled upon a sliver of good news. A competitive finish.</p><br clear="all"/>
Robert Yates Racing joins merger fever
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<p><a href="http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/sports/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070728/ap_on_sp_au_ra_ne/car_nascar_merger_mania"><img src="http://d.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/ap/20070728/capt.fccb0f8fbc9546b78a3cf1bde2067782.nascar_merger_mania_ny170.jpg?x=87&y=130&sig=s5tILPufX5QWpJ56ukQfSQ--" align="left" height="130" width="87" alt="Robert Yates speaks to the media at Pocono Raceway in Long Pond, Pa., in a Friday, July 21, 2006 photo. Another day, another revamped NASCAR team. Just two days after Dale Earnhardt Inc. and Ginn Racing joined forces, Robert Yates Racing and open-wheel powerhouse Newman/Haas/Lanigan announced they intend to form a partnership. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke, file)" border="0" /></a>AP - Another day, another revamped NASCAR team. Just two days after Dale Earnhardt Inc. and Ginn Racing joined forces, Robert Yates Racing and open-wheel powerhouse Newman/Haas/Lanigan announced they intend to form a partnership.</p><br clear="all"/>
Ginn reaches deal with Dolphins
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<p><a href="http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/sports/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070728/ap_on_sp_fo_ne/fbn_dolphins_ginn"><img src="http://d.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/ap/20070727/capt.460c05945520487d9252e278f4f6411b.dolphins_ginn_football_ny165.jpg?x=93&y=130&sig=_sFMmE9ayhLwuA5FmSbWCQ--" align="left" height="130" width="93" alt="Miami Dolphins wide receiver Ted Ginn Jr. answers questions from the media after the first day of football mini-camp in Davie, Fla. in this June 8, 2007 file photo. First-round draft pick Ted Ginn Jr. agreed to terms Friday with the Miami Dolphins, a person familiar with the negotiations said. The person, who spoke to The Associated Press on condition of anonymity, didn't want to be identified because the Dolphins had not yet announced a deal. (AP Photo/J. Pat Carter)" border="0" /></a>AP - Speedy rookie Ted Ginn Jr. makes the Miami Dolphins faster even when it comes to contract negotiations.</p><br clear="all"/>
NBA ref's classmate expects indictment
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<p><a href="http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/sports/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070727/ap_on_sp_bk_ne/bkn_donaghy_bookie"><img src="http://d.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/ap/20070724/capt.449807782b634bfb9c1ac8ed2cf795c9.betting_probe_basketball_ny116.jpg?x=96&y=130&sig=odZ5CVUGsMh8sLv8fpZi4g--" align="left" height="130" width="96" alt="NBA official Tim Donaghy talks with another official during a timeout during a Washington Wizards New Jersey Nets basketball game in this Tuesday, April 10, 2007 file photo in Washington. Donaghy is expected to surrender to authorities late this week or early next. David Stern couldn't wait that long to talk about the biggest crisis his league has ever faced. The NBA commissioner planned to hold a press conference Tuesday morning to discuss Donaghy, at the center of an alleged point-shaving scandal. (AP Photo/Haraz N. Ghanbari, file)" border="0" /></a>AP - The former operator of a suburban sports bar expects to be indicted in connection with the NBA betting investigation involving a referee who was his high school classmate.</p><br clear="all"/>
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<p><a href="http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/sports/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070728/ap_on_sp_ba_ne/bbn_bonds_homers"><img src="http://d.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/ap/20070728/capt.dc86120c8724447fba921c5d05525647.marlins_giants_baseball__cabm101.jpg?x=116&y=130&sig=uVJPRtY4FhxlCIeVOmAsog--" align="left" height="130" width="116" alt="San Francisco Giants' Barry Bonds connects for his 754th career home run off Florida Marlins' Rick Vanden Hurk in the first inning of a baseball game Friday, July 27, 2007, in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Ben Margot)" border="0" /></a>AP - Hammerin' Hank, he's right behind you now.</p><br clear="all"/>
Beckham to miss another Galaxy game
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<p><a href="http://us.rd.yahoo.com/dailynews/rss/sports/*http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20070727/ap_on_sp_so_ne/soc_galaxy_beckham"><img src="http://d.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/ap/20070725/capt.22bd5a7b3b7d49219d3e339703d67038.pachuca_galaxy_soccer_cama101.jpg?x=130&y=82&sig=4aDH7zesyO_g1fAeApFHpw--" align="left" height="82" width="130" alt="Los Angeles Galaxy's David Beckham, center, watches as his new teammates at the Galaxy play CF Pachuca in the first half of a SuperLiga soccer game in Carson, Calif., Tuesday, July 24, 2007. (AP Photo/Mark Avery)" border="0" /></a>AP - Two weeks after his splashy introduction with the Los Angeles Galaxy and a week after playing briefly in his first game, David Beckham remains a bit of an enigma.</p><br clear="all"/>
Roy agrees to six-year deal with Sabres
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AP - Sabres forward Derek Roy avoided NHL arbitration on Friday by agreeing to a six-year, $24 million contract with Buffalo.
Nike suspends Vick deal, Reebok out, too (AP)
 Nike suspended its lucrative contract with Michael Vick on Friday, while Reebok took the unprecedented step of stopping sales of his No. 7 jersey. In another dose of bad news for the indicted quarterback, a top trading card company announced it was pulling Vick's likeness from any new packs. Facing protests from animal-rights groups, Nike announced it was suspending Vick's endorsement deal without...
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Rams sign QB Bulger to 6-year, $65M deal (AP)
Marc Bulger's numbers put him in the top tier of NFL quarterbacks, and now he has a contract to match. The St. Louis Rams signed the two-time Pro Bowler to a six-year, $65 million contract extension Friday that makes him the highest-paid player in franchise history. The contract includes $27 million in guaranteed money and puts him in a group of six quarterbacks making $10 million a year.
Strahan doesn't report, mulls retirement (AP)
Seven-time Pro Bowl defensive end Michael Strahan failed to report to the New York Giants training camp on Friday, and he is mulling retirement, his agent told the team. "He is not here," Giants general manager Jerry Reese said after Strahan failed to report with veterans and rookies to the University at Albany.
McNabb cleared for Eagles' practice (AP)
Donovan McNabb was cleared to practice when the Philadelphia Eagles take the field for the first time Saturday. The five-time Pro Bowl quarterback hasn't played in a game since he tore a ligament in his right knee on Nov. 19. He participated in the team's final minicamp last month, but it wasn't a certainty he would start training camp on time.
Bengals open camp without Thurman, Hall (AP)
 Linebacker Odell Thurman was gone. Receiver Chris Henry was an afterthought. Top draft pick Leon Hall was missing. Two suspensions and a contract impasse thinned the Cincinnati Bengals' first practice of training camp Friday, a reminder of what they'll have to overcome to get back to the playoffs after a disappointing break-even finish last season.
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Dolphins, 1st-rounder Ginn agree to deal (AP)
 Speedy rookie Ted Ginn Jr. makes the Miami Dolphins faster even when it comes to contract negotiations. Miami's first-round draft pick agreed to terms Friday on a five-year deal worth more than $13 million, meaning the team will have all 87 players signed when the full squad begins training camp Saturday.
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Russell unsigned as Raiders open camp (AP)
No. 1 overall draft pick JaMarcus Russell and the Oakland Raiders failed to agree on a contract before the start of training camp Friday, forcing the quarterback to miss the team's first practice. Russell remained at home in Mobile, Ala., as the Raiders took the field for their first training camp under coach Lane Kiffin.
Panthers suspend OL Bridges for 2 games (AP)
The Carolina Panthers suspended offensive lineman Jeremy Bridges for the first two games of the regular season, a day after his arrest on a misdemeanor assault charge. Team spokesman Charlie Dayton said on Friday that Bridges will be allowed to practice with the team when training camp begins Saturday morning.
Texans sign top pick DT Okoye for $17.6M (AP)
Defensive tackle Amobi Okoye, the youngest player taken in the first round since the AFL-NFL merger in 1967, signed a $17.6 million deal with the Houston Texans and was on the field Friday for the first day of training camp. Okoye, who was 19 on draft day and turned 20 last month, agreed to a six-year deal that can be voided after five years under certain conditions.
Owens opens Cowboys camp happy, healthy (AP)
Guess what Terrell Owens is up to now? After all his antics the past few years, it's understandable to be braced for anything. That's why the reality might be a surprise: T.O. is healthy, happy and ready for a calm second season with the Dallas Cowboys. "I hope so," he said. "I'm feeling good, looking good -- so I've got to play good." Last season was a weird one, even by his standards.
Congressman requests meeting with Stern (AP)
The chairman of a House subcommittee is requesting a meeting with NBA commissioner David Stern concerning the betting scandal involving former referee Tim Donaghy. Rep. Bobby Rush, who heads the Subcommittee on Commerce, Trade and Consumer Protection, said he is also considering calling a hearing on the matter "should the facts warrant public scrutiny." "If the allegations prove true, this could be...
Donaghy's classmate expects indictment (AP)
The former operator of a suburban sports bar expects to be indicted in connection with the NBA betting investigation involving a referee who was his high school classmate. James Battista went to Cardinal O'Hara High School in Springfield, Pa., at the same time as former referee Tim Donaghy, said Battista's lawyer, Jack McMahon.
Suns' Bell has arthroscopic knee surgery (AP)
Suns guard Raja Bell had surgery on his right knee and will sidelined four to six weeks. The arthroscopic surgery was performed Thursday. Team physician Dr. Tom Carter said Bell had mild wear and tear of his kneecap. The doctor said Bell's play should not be limited after the four-to-six week period. Bell averaged 14.7 points and 2.5 assists this season.
Heat sign PG 'Smush' Parker (AP)
Free-agent point guard William "Smush" Parker signed Friday with the Miami Heat, his seventh team since turning pro in 2002. The deal came after the Heat failed to land several other point guards they pursued, including Mo Williams, Steve Francis and Steve Blake. "We feel very good about acquiring Smush," coach Pat Riley said in a statement.
Bulls sign draft picks Noah, Gray (AP)
The Chicago Bulls have signed first-round draft choice Joakim Noah, along with second-round selection Aaron Gray. Noah, selected ninth overall, averaged 12.0 points, 8.4 rebounds and 1.8 blocks as a junior last season, when the Florida Gators became the first program to win back-to-back titles in 15 years.
Celtics waive guard Allan Ray (AP)
The Boston Celtics waived guard Allan Ray on Friday after he averaged 6.2 points in his first NBA season. Ray, an undrafted free agent out of Villanova, signed last July and played in 47 games for Boston, including five starts. He averaged 15.1 minutes, getting extra playing time because of injuries to guards Wally Szczerbiak and Tony Allen and swingman Paul Pierce.
Knicks sign 1st-round pick Chandler (AP)
The New York Knicks signed first-round draft pick Wilson Chandler, the No. 23 overall selection, on Friday. The 6-foot-8 Chandler played two seasons at DePaul, averaging 12.9 points and 7.1 rebounds. He started all five games for New York's team in the Las Vegas summer league, scoring 13.4 points per game and shooting 51 percent from the field.
Sabres C Roy agrees to 6 years, $24M (AP)
Sabres forward Derek Roy avoided NHL arbitration on Friday by agreeing to a six-year, $24 million contract with Buffalo. It's a hefty deal for a third-line center coming off a career season in which he finished fifth on the Sabres with 63 points (21 goals, 42 assists) in 75 games. The deal represents a significant raise for Roy, who made $627,000 last year.
Canucks' Burke rips Oilers' Penner offer (AP)
Irate Anaheim Ducks general manager Brian Burke on Friday called Edmonton's offer sheet to forward Dustin Penner "gutless." Burke had especially harsh words for Oilers GM Kevin Lowe, saying, "Edmonton has offered a mostly inflated salary for a player, and I think it's an act of desperation for a general manager who is fighting to keep his job." The Oilers signed Penner to a five-year, $21.25...
Staals arrested for disorderly conduct (AP)
 Carolina Hurricanes star Eric Staal and his brother, Jordan Staal of the Pittsburgh Penguins, were arrested for misdemeanor disorderly conduct and obstructing the legal process at Eric Staal's bachelor party at a Minnesota resort. The Cook County Sheriff's Office said the brothers were among 14 arrested last weekend after authorities received several complaints about "screaming, yelling and...
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Blackhawks ink No. 1 overall pick Kane (AP)
Patrick Kane, the first overall pick in last month's NHL draft, signed a three-year contract with the Chicago Blackhawks on Wednesday. The 18-year-old forward is a "dynamic and exciting" player who "will get every opportunity to earn a spot on the opening night roster," Blackhawks General Manager Dale Tallon said.
Predators sign F Gelinas to 1-year deal (AP)
Forward Martin Gelinas and the Nashville Predators have agreed on a one-year, $1.25 million contract, vice president and general manager David Poile said Thursday. The 37-year-old free agent had 44 points with the Florida Panthers last season and has appeared in all 82 games in each of the past two seasons.
Hurricanes and G Leighton agree to terms (AP)
The Carolina Hurricanes agreed to terms Friday with goaltender Michael Leighton on a one-year contract. Leighton's two-way deal would pay him $550,000 at the NHL level and $100,000 if he is in the minor leagues. The Hurricanes acquired Leighton from Montreal for a seventh-round draft pick. Leighton, 26, spent time with the Anaheim, Nashville, Philadelphia and Montreal organizations during the...
Robinson back with Devils as assistant (AP)
Larry Robinson, who guided the Devils to a Stanley Cup title as the head coach in 2000, returned to the New Jersey bench on Wednesday as an assistant to new coach Brent Sutter. Assistant coach John MacLean and goaltending coach Jacques Caron were retained from Claude Julien's staff while former Devils defenseman Tommy Albelin also was named an assistant coach.
Stock car tradition at Indy a fairly new phenomenon (AP)
It was almost unthinkable before April of 1992 that stock cars would ever lay a wheel on the historic 2 1/2 -mile oval at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
NASCAR notebook for July 27 (PA SportsTicker)
By Bruce Martin PA SportsTicker Contributing Editor
Evernham suggests girlfriend Crocker might be better off with new team (AP)
Ray Evernham still believes Erin Crocker can compete in NASCAR. He's just not sure it should be with his team.
Robert Yates Racing joins team merger fever in the new NASCAR (AP)
Another day, another revamped NASCAR team.
Montoya will become first driver to race 3 series at the Brickyard (AP)
Juan Pablo Montoya navigated his golf cart through the infield at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, zipped into a parking spot and hopped out.
Rains washes out qualifying for Power Stroke Diesel 200 (PA SportsTicker)
Newman remembers that 'Winning' feeling (PA SportsTicker)
By Bruce Martin PA SportsTicker Contributing Editor
Rain washes out practice for Allstate 400 (PA SportsTicker)
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