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Blackhawks beat Bruins in OT, even series 2-2

HOWARD ULMAN — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 23:42:44 EST

BOSTON Brent Seabrook's goal 9:51 into overtime lifted the Chicago Blackhawks to a wild 6-5 victory over the Boston Bruins on Wednesday night and tied the Stanley Cup finals through four games.

Bruce's HR ties it, Reds beat Pirates in 13

JOE KAY — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 23:41:10 EST

CINCINNATI Jay Bruce ended Jason Grilli's saves streak with a solo homer in the ninth, and Brandon Philips singled with the bases loaded in the 13th inning on Wednesday night, rallying the Cincinnati Reds to a 2-1 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates.

Molina, Westbrook lead Cardinals over Cubs

Associated Press — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 23:26:55 EST

ST. LOUIS Yadier Molina hit his fifth home run and Jake Westbrook pitched seven innings of two-hit ball in the St. Louis Cardinals' 4-1 victory over the

Morneau homers for Twins in win over White Sox

DAVE CAMPBELL — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 23:22:24 EST

MINNEAPOLIS Justin Morneau homered for the first time in almost two months, a two-run shot that helped the Minnesota Twins to a 7-4 victory over the Chicago White Sox on Wednesday night.

Masterson, Brantley lead Indians past Royals

TOM WITHERS — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 22:17:27 EST

CLEVELAND Justin Masterson managed to hang around for 6 1-3 innings and win for the sixth time at home, leading the Cleveland Indians to a 6-3 victory over the Kansas City Royals on Wednesday night.

Tigers' Valverde allows 4 in loss to Orioles

LARRY LAGE — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 19:17:44 EST

DETROIT Jose Valverde was on the mound in a low-pressure, non-save situation and failed miserably.

Heat returns from brink

Jon Krawczynski — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 03:00:00 EST

LeBron James shrugged off a poor start to get 32 points, 11 assists and 10 rebounds, Ray Allen hit a three-pointer with 5.2 seconds to play to force overtime and the Miami Heat staved off elimination with a 103-100 victory over the San Antonio Spurs in Game 6 of the NBA Finals on Tuesday night.

NHL's cat-and-mouse game

Jimmy Golen — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 03:00:00 EST

Marian Hossa is one of the Chicago Blackhawks' top scorers, with three game-winning goals already this postseason.

Parker stays on roll as Athletics beat Rangers

Stephen Harris — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 03:00:00 EST

Brandon Moss and John Jaso homered off Yu Darvish and the AL West-leading Oakland Athletics beat Texas 6-2 on Tuesday night.

Pirates snap Latos' streak

Joe Kay — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 03:00:00 EST

Pedro Alvarez singled home a pair of runs in the first inning, and the Pittsburgh Pirates ended Mat Latos' streak of 21 regular-season starts without a loss, beating the Cincinnati Reds 4-0 on Tuesday night.

Cubs use long ball to smash Cardinals

Associated Press — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 03:00:00 EST

Ryan Sweeney and Cody Ransom hit back-to-back homers in a four-run first inning and that was plenty for Jeff Samardzija, who pitched the Chicago Cubs over the St. Louis Cardinals 4-2 Tuesday night.

Youkilis to have surgery

Associated Press — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 03:00:00 EST

Kevin Youkilis needs back surgery and Mark Teixeira returned to the 15-day disabled list Tuesday with an aching right wrist, the latest injury setbacks for the depleted New York Yankees.

US stays strong on home turf

John Coon — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 03:00:00 EST

Jozy Altidore scored a goal in his fourth consecutive international match, enough for the United States to edge Honduras 1-0 in a World Cup qualifying game Tuesday night.

James helps Heat stave off elimination in Game 6

JON KRAWCZYNSKI — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 03:00:00 EST

MIAMI LeBron James shrugged off a poor start to get 32 points, 11 assists and 10 rebounds, Ray Allen hit a 3-pointer with 5.2 seconds to play to force overtime and the Miami Heat staved off elimination with a 103-100 victory over the San Antonio Spurs in Game 6 of the NBA Finals on Tuesday night.

San Jose sues MLB over stalled Oakland A’s move

Sudhin Thanawala — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 14:44:18 EST

SAN FRANCISCO - Major League Baseball is dragging its feet on having team owners vote on the Oakland Athletics' proposed move to a new ballpark 40 miles south in San Jose, San Jose city officials said in a lawsuit filed Tuesday.

Samardzija pitches Cubs past Cardinals

STEVE OVERBEY — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 23:31:26 EST

ST. LOUIS Ryan Sweeney and Cody Ransom hit back-to-back homers in a four-run first inning and that was plenty for Jeff Samardzija, who pitched the

Mauer, Doumit lead Twins over White Sox

ADAM CZECH — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 23:30:08 EST

MINNEAPOLIS Ryan Doumit hit a go-ahead double in the eighth inning, leading the Minnesota Twins over the Chicago White Sox 7-5 on Tuesday night.

Pirates end Latos' streak, beat Reds

JOE KAY — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 22:21:32 EST

CINCINNATI Pedro Alvarez singled home a pair of runs in the first inning, and the Pittsburgh Pirates ended Mat Latos' streak of 21 regular-season starts without a loss, beating the Cincinnati Reds 4-0 on Tuesday night.

Orioles hit Verlander hard, beat Tigers

NOAH TRISTER — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 22:20:01 EST

DETROIT J.J. Hardy and Adam Jones homered off Justin Verlander, and Manny Machado added a double and two sparkling plays at third base to lead the Baltimore Orioles to a 5-2 victory over the

Indians rally for win over Royals

TOM WITHERS — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 22:18:24 EST

CLEVELAND Michael Brantley's sacrifice fly capped Cleveland's three-run eighth inning, rallying the Indians to a 4-3 win over the Kansas City Royals on Tuesday night.

Braves comeback falls short, Mets win opener

PAUL NEWBERRY — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:25:05 EST

ATLANTA Even when they were down 4-0 to Matt Harvey, the Atlanta Braves felt they had a chance.

Bruins' 2 goals in 2nd stand up

HOWARD ULMAN — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 03:00:00 EST

The Boston Bruins beat the Chicago Blackhawks 2-0 to take a 2-1 lead in the Stanley Cup finals Monday night.

Heat gets familiar feeling being on brink for Game 6

TIM REYNOLDS — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 03:00:00 EST

LeBron James has been here before, with dire results. It was two years ago, the end of the first season of "Big Three" basketball in Miami. The situation: Heat down 3-2, hosting Game 6 of the NBA Finals, only two home wins separating them from what would have been James' first title.

Colts' Pagano an inspiration

MICHAEL MAROT — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 03:00:00 EST

Chuck Pagano spent most of last season finding new ways to coach football.

Reds pound Pirates with 4 solo homers

JOE KAY — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 03:00:00 EST

Todd Frazier wasn't going to let left-hander Francisco Liriano get another fastball by him. He guessed right and hit one a long way.

Tigers' Scherzer wins 10th

LARRY LAGE — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 03:00:00 EST

Max Scherzer improved to 10-0 and struck out 10, Miguel Cabrera hit a two-run homer and the Detroit Tigers beat the Baltimore Orioles 5-1 on Monday night.

Midfielder's versatility vital with Beasley out

JOHN COON — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 03:00:00 EST

Nothing defines Fabian Johnson better than versatility. It is one reason why the German-American was such a coveted addition to the U.S. national soccer team in 2011. Johnson can shift between midfield and left back with ease. No matter where he plays on the field, he takes to the position like it is his natural one.

Bruins beat Blackhawks, lead Cup finals 2-1

JIMMY GOLEN — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 03:00:00 EST

BOSTON Tuukka Rask shut out the Chicago Blackhawks in Game 3 of the Stanley Cup finals on Monday night and got enough help from the Bruins' offense to do it without another exhausting overtime.

Former Purdue star Kramer re-signs with German team

Journal Gazette — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 03:00:00 EST

Huntington native Chris Kramer has re-signed to play for German professional basketball team EWE Basket Oldenburg, according to the team's website Monday.

Boston bounces back

Jimmy Golen — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 03:00:00 EST

Tyler Seguin knew something had to be said. And he was pretty sure it wouldn't be fit for public consumption.

Heat, Spurs have stability on the bench

Jon Krawczynski — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 03:00:00 EST

Front offices across the NBA seem to be panicking a bit these days. Job security has long been an oxymoron for coaches in this league, but even by that what-have-you-done-for-me-lately standard, this offseason has been a particularly volatile one.

New Kidd on the block: Many confident in coach

Hank Kurz Jr. — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 03:00:00 EST

Former teammates, players and a former NBA assistant coach think the credibility a Hall of Fame career brings - and familiarity with today's players - will help Jason Kidd successfully transition into coaching.

Hunter's 300th HR lifts Tigers

Anthony Maggio — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 03:00:00 EST

Torii Hunter's first career home run came with the Minnesota Twins against Detroit at Tiger Stadium. On Sunday, he reached another career milestone with home run No. 300, this time at Target Field against the Twins as a member of the Tigers.

Off the DL, Cueto carries Reds to win

Mark Schmetzer — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 03:00:00 EST

Solid pitching from Johnny Cueto was all the Cincinnati Reds were looking for on Sunday. His deft work with the bat was a bonus.

Ginobili has Spurs 1 win from title

JON KRAWCZYNSKI — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 03:00:00 EST

Manu Ginobili had 24 points and 10 assists in a surprise start to spark the San Antonio Spurs to a 114-104 victory over the Miami Heat in Game 5 of the NBA Finals on Sunday night, pushing the Spurs one victory away from their fifth championship.

NFL interns go from gridiron to Wall Street

Curtis Eichelberger — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 03:00:00 EST

Thomas Welch knows there's a better chance he will be fired than retire. So he spent his vacation interning at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management to prepare for a second career to sustain him for the next 40 years.

Cutler says new offense to take 3 years to learn

Associated Press — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 03:00:00 EST

Chicago quarterback Jay Cutler sees himself making almost as big a commitment on the football field as he recently made off it. Cutler, who recently married actress Kristin Cavallari, calls the new Bears offense one that will require time to master.

Manu Ginobili sparks Spurs to Game 5 win

Jon Krawczynski — Sun, 16 Jun 2013 22:59:04 EST

SAN ANTONIO - Manu Ginobili had 24 points and 10 assists in a surprise start to spark the San Antonio Spurs to a 114-104 victory over the Miami Heat in Game 5 of the NBA Finals on Sunday night, pushing the Spurs one victory away from their fifth championship.

Bruins get even with OT win in Game 2

Andrew Seligman — Sun, 16 Jun 2013 03:00:00 EST

Daniel Paille scored in overtime and the Boston Bruins beat the Chicago Blackhawks 2-1 Saturday to tie the Stanley Cup finals at one game apiece.

Spurs press to regain advantage on Heat

Brian Mahoney — Sun, 16 Jun 2013 03:00:00 EST

Tony Parker's hamstring, not Dwyane Wade's knee, is the current chief injury concern. Manu Ginobili, not Chris Bosh, is mired in the slump of the moment.

Rays pitcher gets hit in head

Mark Didtler — Sun, 16 Jun 2013 03:00:00 EST

A scary moment involving Tampa Bay right-hander Alex Cobb overshadowed the Rays' victory.

Cubs' Feldman excels on mound, just OK on bases

Rick Freeman — Sun, 16 Jun 2013 03:00:00 EST

Darwin Barney's soft single fell into right field and Scott Feldman took off running, then rounded second and - wait, was he trying for third? "I didn't know what I was doing, actually," the Cubs' pitcher said. "I kind of just decided to go I guess."

Bruins beat Blackhawks 2-1 in OT, even Cup series

Andrew Seligman — Sat, 15 Jun 2013 23:44:35 EST

CHICAGO - Daniel Paille scored in overtime and the Boston Bruins beat the Chicago Blackhawks 2-1 Saturday to tie the Stanley Cup finals at one game apiece.

Plouffe’s return sparks Twins to win over Tigers

Associated Press — Sat, 15 Jun 2013 22:37:26 EST

MINNEAPOLIS - Trevor Plouffe had three hits, including a two-run homer, in his return to the Twins lineup, and Sam Deduno held Detroit in check over seven innings in Minnesota's 6-3 victory over the Tigers on Saturday night.

Rendon’s HR in 9th gives Nats 7-6 win over Indians

Associated Press — Sat, 15 Jun 2013 22:57:39 EST

CLEVELAND - Anthony Rendon hit his first major league home run following Nick Swisher's ninth-inning error to propel the Washington Nationals to a 7-6 win over Cleveland on Saturday night.

Castro, Carter homer, Astros top White Sox 4-3

Kristie Rieken — Sat, 15 Jun 2013 22:27:22 EST

HOUSTON - Jason Castro and Chris Carter homered in the fourth inning to give Houston the lead and the Astros held on for their third straight win, 4-3 over the Chicago White Sox on Saturday night.

Francisco homers, Brewers beat Reds 6-0

Joe Kay — Sat, 15 Jun 2013 19:29:18 EST

CINCINNATI - Juan Francisco drove in three runs with a sacrifice fly and homer in a ballpark where he's had some big moments, and Yovani Gallardo pitched six innings on Saturday, leading the Milwaukee Brewers to a 6-0 victory over the Cincinnati Reds.

Feldman shuts down Mets, Cubs win 5-2

Rick Freeman — Sat, 15 Jun 2013 18:21:36 EST

NEW YORK - Darwin Barney's soft single fell into right field and Scott Feldman took off running, then rounded second and - wait, was he trying for third.

Bruins hopeful injured forward returns

Jay Cohen — Sat, 15 Jun 2013 03:00:00 EST

Milan Lucic remembers it like it was yesterday. Boston got Nathan Horton in a trade with Florida three years ago, and Bruins coach Claude Julien decided to put the forward on the same line with David Krejci and Lucic. "It kind of just clicked right away," Lucic said.

Flag-bearer for women refs

Jim Johnson — Sat, 15 Jun 2013 03:00:00 EST

Colts linebacker Robert Mathis wasn't all that thrilled being called for an offside penalty on the final day of minicamp this week. "I'm not exactly happy with that," Mathis said with a laugh.

Turnovers key to Heat success

Brian Mahoney — Sat, 15 Jun 2013 03:00:00 EST

At their best in the NBA Finals, the Miami Heat have forced turnover after turnover, finding a gear the San Antonio Spurs just can't reach.

Bruce HR lifts Reds in 10th

Joe Kay — Sat, 15 Jun 2013 03:00:00 EST

The pitch was low and away. Jay Bruce went with it and watched it sail just over the left field wall. Just what the weary Reds needed.

Suspensions dealt out for brawl

Associated Press — Sat, 15 Jun 2013 03:00:00 EST

Arizona pitcher Ian Kennedy was suspended for 10 games and Diamondbacks infielder Eric Hinske for five Friday for their roles in a brawl this week, while managers Don Mattingly and Kirk Gibson were given one-game bans.