Indianapolis Colts receiver Marvin Harrison returned to practice Thursday after tending to personal matters Wednesday. Harrison, one of only four players in NFL history to catch 1,000 passes, rarely takes a break. Coach Tony Dungy said he had been excused for personal reasons. Six other players sat out practice Thursday, including No.
Ex-Eagles LB Trotter works out for Bucs
Linebacker Jeremiah Trotter worked out for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Thursday, two days after being released by the Philadelphia Eagles. The 30-year-old, four-time Pro Bowl selection was one of the leaders of the Eagles defense for much of the past decade. He was let go Tuesday in a move that opened a spot in the lineup for second-year pro Omar Gaither.
Raymer hopes Green Day can repeat history in Yonkers Trot
Jim Raymer is hoping to repeat history Saturday night in the final of the $724,770 Yonkers Trot at Yonkers Raceway. Last November, trainer Blair Burgess paid $60,000 to enter Glidemaster in the race. The move paid off when Glidemaster, which had already taken the Hambletonian and the Kentucky Futurity, won at Yonkers to become the eighth winner of the Trotting Triple Crown with a track record of…
Borel looks to win Travers with Street Sense to cap summer fling at Saratoga
Calvin Borel is having the time of his life at Saratoga, cruising around town in his customized truck, dining on the house at some of the best restaurants and — oh, yes — riding Kentucky Derby winner Street Sense. “It’s been a dream come true,” Borel said Friday after a brief visit with Street Sense at trainer Carl Nafzger’s barn.
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Leffler captures pole for Busch Food City 250
Leffler captures pole for Busch Food City 250
Magic sign former Warriors C Foyle
The Orlando Magic signed free agent center Adonal Foyle on Friday, bringing in a shot blocker to join star Dwight Howard in the front court. The 6-foot-10 Foyle was available after he and the Golden State Warriors agreed on a buyout earlier this month. “Adonal (Foyle) is a solid shot blocker and post defender,” Magic general manager Otis Smith said.
Kahne captures pole for Sharpie 500
Reggie Miller says he’s staying retired
Reggie Miller is staying retired, passing on a chance to turn the Big Three of the Boston Celtics into the Fabulous Four. Miller told the Celtics his decision after having several conversations with Danny Ainge, Boston’s executive director of basketball operations, during the past two weeks, team spokesman Jeff Twiss said.
Sharks sign Michalek to 6-year extension
Milan Michalek agreed to a six-year, $26 million contract extension with the San Jose Sharks on Friday, keeping the talented young forward in teal through 2014. The Czech, a 22-year-old right wing, is considered a rising star after just two full NHL campaigns. He was San Jose’s fourth-leading scorer last year, compiling career highs of 26 goals, 40 assists and a plus-17 rating while mostly playing…
Tigers activate Miller to start Friday
The Detroit Tigers recalled the injury rehabilitation assignment of left-handed pitcher Andrew Miller on Friday, a day after they optioned the contract of right-hander Zach Miner to Triple-A Toledo. Miller started two games for Toledo and had a 9.00 ERA over six innings. The rookie was 5-4 with a 4.42 ERA with the Tigers — entering his start in the series opener against the New York Yankees –…