Denny Hamlin, the last of 42 drivers to make a qualifying attempt, knocked Kasey Kahne off the pole for Saturday night’s Camping World 300 NASCAR Busch Series race at California Speedway.
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Hamlin wins 12th Busch Series pole, knocking Kahne off the top spot
Denny Hamlin, the last of 42 drivers to make a qualifying attempt, knocked Kasey Kahne off the pole for Saturday night’s Camping World 300 NASCAR Busch Series race at California Speedway.
Pence’s 5 RBIs power Astros past Cubs
Hunter Pence is making Cecil Cooper’s transition a lot easier. Houston’s rookie center fielder hit two homers and had a career-high five RBIs Friday to help the Astros beat the Chicago Cubs 6-1 for their third win in four games since Cooper became interim manager. “What can I say? He’s a pretty special player.
Cubs acquire RHP Trachsel from Orioles
The Chicago Cubs turned to their past to bolster their current push for the playoffs, acquiring right-hander Steve Trachsel from the Baltimore Orioles on Friday. The 36-year-old Trachsel, who was drafted by the Cubs in 1991 and pitched for them from 1993-99, will give the NL Central leaders another veteran starter.
Pats S Harrison to be suspended 4 games
The NFL will suspend New England Patriots safety Rodney Harrison four games for violating its substance abuse policy, Harrison said Friday night. “Tomorrow, the commissioner will announce that I’ve been suspended,” a somber Harrison said in a hastily announced conference call. Although the hard-hitting defensive back said he has never used steroids, “I did admit…
Congress to listen to former NFL players
A Congressional committee will hold a hearing Sept. 18 about compensation for retired NFL players. The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation called for the hearing Friday, several months after a House subcommittee heard testimony from retired players, union and NFL officials. The retired players claim the league and the NFL Players Association have…
Nownownow Wins $80,000 With Anticipation/P.G. Johnson
Nownownow raced to his first career victory, beating Zee Zee by three lengths in the $80,000 With Anticipation/P.G. Johnson Stakes at Saratoga Race Course on Friday. Under Julien Leparoux, the 2-year-old son of Whywhywhy ran 1 1-16 miles on the outer turf course in 1:41.26, paying $14.60, $5.70, and $4.70 to win.
Pletcher-trained Lawyer Ron set for Woodward Stakes at Saratoga
Five weeks ago at Saratoga Race Course, Todd Pletcher watched Lawyer Ron set a track record in the Whitney Handicap. Saturday, the Eclipse Award-winning trainer will send the 4-year-old colt to the post in the grade 1, $500,000 Woodward Stakes over the same distance of 1 1-8 miles on Saratoga’s closing weekend, hoping Lawyer Ron…
Kurt Busch takes first pole of season to continue roll to Chase berth
Kurt Busch isn’t taking anything for granted.
Kurt Busch captures pole for Sharp Aquos 500
Busch confirms Joe Gibbs Racing will be running Toyotas when he moves to his new team in 2008
While Joe Gibbs Racing officials remained mum Friday on the anticipated switch from Chevrolet to Toyota, Kyle Busch was more than happy to talk about it.
River searched for Jameer Nelson’s dad
The disappearance of Orlando Magic guard Jameer Nelson’s father has mystified his fellow workers at a Delaware River tugboat company, where he was last seen walking across a dock Thursday. Divers, the U.S. Coast Guard and searchers with dogs looked for Floyd “Pete” Nelson in and around the fast-moving river Friday.
Yankees’ Chamberlain suspended 2 games
Yankees rookie sensation Joba Chamberlain was suspended for two games Friday and fined $1,000, a day after he threw consecutive 98-99 mph pitches over the head of Boston’s Kevin Youkilis. Chamberlain will not appeal the penalty and was set to sit out Friday night and Saturday against Tampa Bay. Under the Yankees’ rules for him,…