NASCAR’s errant call against Kyle Busch was still being discussed Saturday, as drivers wondered what kind of recourse they have when they don’t agree with a call.
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NASCAR admits scoring error against Busch at Bristol
NASCAR’s errant call against Kyle Busch was still being discussed Saturday, as drivers wondered what kind of recourse they have when they don’t agree with a call.
El Duque, Delgado lift Mets past Dodgers
Orlando Hernandez pitched seven sharp innings and Carlos Delgado finally came through with a big hit, sending the New York Mets to a 4-3 victory over the Los Angeles Dodgers on Saturday. Delgado turned boos to cheers by snapping an 0-for-19 skid with a two-run single that put New York ahead by three in the…
Corporate sponsors stay away from Bonds
Barry Bonds’ smiling mug won’t be gracing boxes of the Breakfast of Champions anytime soon. Since hitting No. 756 there have been no “I’m going to Disneyland” moments for Bonds, no cereal box immortality. “We simply have no plans at this point,” to work with Bonds, Wheaties spokeswoman Tara Johnson said by e-mail.
New dad Brady throws for 2 TDs, Pats win
Being a celebrity dad seems to be suiting Tom Brady just fine. He just doesn’t want to talk about it — even with his teammates. Two days after Brady missed practice to fly to Los Angeles where his ex-girlfriend, actress Bridget Moynahan, gave birth to their son, Brady returned to the Patriots and was nearly…
Young much better for Titans in win
Breathe easy Titans fans, Vince Young found his shake-and-bake groove Friday. His passing game didn’t look bad, either. Playing only the first half, Young went 13-of-19 for 162 yards passing and a touchdown, and also scored a TD rushing in a 28-17 preseason victory over the Buffalo Bills. It was a much-needed performance from Young…
Bills DE Schobel inks 7-year extension
Pro Bowl defensive end Aaron Schobel signed a contract extension with the Buffalo Bills on Friday that is potentially worth about $50.5 million over the seven-year deal. The deal includes $20 million in guaranteed money and locks Schobel up through 2013, extending his current contract for four additional years.
Street Sense prevails in Travers, sets sights on Breeders’ Cup Classic in two months
Street Sense was tested until the very end before holding off a determined Grasshopper and winning the $1 million Travers Stakes at Saratoga Race Course on Saturday. When Street Sense hit the top of the stretch, it appeared the Kentucky Derby winner was about to put away his six less-accomplished rivals.
Street Sense wins Travers Stakes
SARATOGA SPRINGS, New York (Ticker) — Street Sense had a nose for the wire.
Street Sense prevails in Travers, sets sights on Breeders’ Cup Classic in two months
Street Sense was tested until the very end before holding off a determined Grasshopper and winning the $1 million Travers Stakes at Saratoga Race Course on Saturday. When Street Sense hit the top of the stretch, it appeared the Kentucky Derby winner was about to put away his six less-accomplished rivals.
Blank applauds NFL’s suspension of Vick
Atlanta Falcons owner Arthur Blank wanted to suspend Michael Vick last month, even as his quarterback declared his innocence on dogfighting charges. On Friday, NFL commissioner Roger Goodell took care of that, indefinitely suspending the Falcons’ biggest star. Blank applauded Goodell’s decision, which came just hours after Vick acknowledged in court papers that he bankrolled…
Reid’s son jailed for violating bail
Philadelphia Eagles coach Andy Reid’s son was jailed Friday for violating his bail after police said they found 33 pills, including the painkiller hydrocodone, on him. Britt Reid, 22, of Villanova, was stopped Thursday on suspicion of driving while impaired. Free on bail at the time, he’s awaiting sentencing for a January road-rage incident in…
Buccaneers WR Boston arrested for DUI
Tampa Bay Buccaneers receiver David Boston was arrested and charged with driving under the influence after police found him passed out behind the wheel of a sport utility vehicle. The 29-year-old was found slumped over the steering wheel of a red Range Rover on Thursday evening, police said. The SUV was running and in drive.