ByJerry Crowe
Text messages from press row…
By Gary Klein
Ankle sprains and lack of depth are a concern to Lane Kiffin before the Sept. 2 opener at Hawaii.
By Chris Foster
With Kevin Prince out of practice for a second day because of back pain, the backup gets a closer look from coaches, who note his improvement from a year ago.
By Kevin Baxter
Atlanta manager has the Braves positioned for their first division title in five seasons. He's in the top five of winning managers, but is focusing on the team and not his own achievements.
By Dylan Hernandez
Phillies dramatically get to closer Jonathan Broxton again, capping a frantic rally that leaves L.A. miserable. Manager Joe Torre says it may be toughest loss of turbulent season.
By Sam Farmer
Starter Alex Smith (2005) and backup David Carr (2002) both were chosen first in the NFL draft. But both have struggled to prove themselves as pros.
Associated Press
Thompson makes a 17-foot shot to give the Sparks a 78-77 win and keep L.A. in the Western Conference playoff race. The Sparks are half a game behind San Antonio and the Lynx for the final spot.
By Lance Pugmire
Arreola failed in two attempts to become the first heavyweight champion of Mexican heritage, and observers blamed poor training. But he insists people will see a new man when he returns to the ring against Manny Quezada.
ByChris Dufresne
The Panthers represent the Big East in this year's countdown, and with some changes, Pittsburgh should be ready to win the conference.
By Broderick Turner
His contract is not guaranteed, but Ebanks will earn a salary of about $473,604, which is the minimum rookies can sign for, if he makes the roster.
By Teddy Greenstein
Half the field doesn't finish because of early fog. Tiger Woods shoots a 71, and Phil Mickelson is one under par through 11 holes.
Reporters from around the Tribune Co. offer their opinions on the drama between the Golf Channel reporter and Ryder Cup captain.
By Melissa Rohlin
Sitting at home hasn't been easy for the star athlete, who was averaging 20.6 points and 10.1 rebounds before a season-ending injury in June.
By Chris Foster
Barr, Morrell Presley and Christian Ramirez are playing the F-back spot in the Bruins' pistol offense. Says offensive coordinator Norm Chow of Barr: 'When he gets the ball, he does something with it.'
Staff and wire reports
Fabio Capello, England's coach, said Wednesday that Beckham, 35, was too old to play anymore for the national team. He did offer Beckham a chance to play in a final exhibition.
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