CLEVELAND (AP) - 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.More>>
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CINCINNATI (AP) - 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.More>>
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) - Three more employees of the truck stop chain owned by the Cleveland Browns' owner and Tennessee's governor have pleaded guilty in what authorities call a scheme to cheat trucking firms out of rebates.More>>
CLEVELAND (AP) - Pinch-runner Elliot Johnson scored from third base on a wild pitch by reliever Matt Albers in the ninth inning, giving the Kansas City Royals a 2-1 win over the Cleveland Indians on Monday night.More>>
CINCINNATI (AP) - Zack Cozart and Todd Frazier hit upper-deck homers off left-hander Francisco Liriano, and the Cincinnati Reds moved a season-high 15 games over .500 by beating the Pittsburgh Pirates 4-1 on Monday night.More>>
NILES, Ohio--The long wait for baseball in the Mahoning Valley ended tonight, as the Scrappers hosted the Jamestown Jammers at Eastwood Field in the first of three games to open the 2013 season.More>>
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio - Youngstown State men's basketball coach Jerry Slocum says the upcoming schedule could be his toughest since joining the Penguins.More >>
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio - Youngstown State men's basketball coach Jerry Slocum says the upcoming schedule could be his toughest since joining the Penguins.More >>
Thursday, May 30 2013 9:24 PM EDT2013-05-31 01:24:49 GMT
YOUNGTOWN, OHio - The Youngstown State Athletic Department would like to congratulate a group of 29 former Youngstown State student-athletes and three current Penguins who received their degrees this spring.More >>
YOUNGTOWN, OHio - The Youngstown State Athletic Department would like to congratulate a group of 29 former Youngstown State student-athletes and three current Penguins who received their degrees this spring. Of the 32, half graduated with honors.More >>
Thursday, May 23 2013 10:15 PM EDT2013-05-24 02:15:27 GMT
NILES, Ohio - Rain throughout the afternoon at Eastwood Field has cancelled the final two games of Thursday's Horizon League Tournament. Youngstown State's elimination game is now scheduled for 3 p.m.More >>
NILES, Ohio - Rain throughout the afternoon at Eastwood Field has cancelled the final two games of Thursday's Horizon League Tournament. Youngstown State's elimination game is now scheduled for 3 p.m. on Friday against UIC.More >>
Wednesday, May 22 2013 9:21 PM EDT2013-05-23 01:21:34 GMT
NILES, OHio - The Youngstown State baseball team scored the first three runs, but it was all Wright State from the bottom of the second on the Raiders rallied to defeat the Penguins 6-3 in the first gameMore >>
NILES, OHio - The Youngstown State baseball team scored the first three runs, but it was all Wright State from the bottom of the second on the Raiders rallied to defeat the Penguins 6-3 in the first game of the 2013 Horizon League Baseball Championship on Wednesday afternoon at Eastwood Field.More >>
Tuesday, May 21 2013 8:16 PM EDT2013-05-22 00:16:39 GMT
BEREA, Ohio - Former Youngstown State running back Jermaine Cook has been released from the Cleveland Browns after they were awarded another running back off waivers from the Philadelphia Eagles. CookMore >>
BEREA, Ohio - Former Youngstown State running back Jermaine Cook has been released from the Cleveland Browns after they were awarded another running back off waivers from the Philadelphia Eagles.More >>
Greg Biffle raced to his second straight Sprint Cup race at Michigan International Speedway, easily holding off Kevin Harvick after points leader Jimmie Johnson smacked the wall in the final laps Sunday.More >>
Greg Biffle gave Ford a milestone victory - right down the road from company headquarters.More >>
Points leader Regan Smith won the NASCAR Nationwide Series race at Michigan International Speedway on Saturday, holding off Kyle Larson in the final 10 laps.More >>
The rain drops splashed down on the pavement at Michigan International Speedway about an hour after Regan Smith's victory Saturday.More >>
Rick Hendrick defended his team's hiring approach Friday and said Sprint Cup champion Brad Keselowski should show "more class" after accusing Hendrick Motorsports of stealing information by poaching employees...More >>
Rick Hendrick defended his team's hiring approach Friday and said Sprint Cup champion Brad Keselowski should show "more class" after accusing Hendrick Motorsports of stealing information by poaching employees from Ford...More >>
Sunday, June 16 2013 10:47 PM EDT2013-06-17 02:47:53 GMT
By DOUG FERGUSON AP Golf Writer ARDMORE, Pa. (AP) - Justin Rose could see all the pieces coming together in this U.S. Open. The sun was breaking through the clouds Sunday evening at Merion as he stoodMore >>
ARDMORE, Pa. (AP) - Justin Rose could see all the pieces coming together in this U.S. Open.More >>
Sunday, June 16 2013 10:14 PM EDT2013-06-17 02:14:33 GMT
CLEVELAND (AP) - Corey Kluber pitched eight shutout innings and the Cleveland Indians spoiled Stephen Strasburg's return with a 2-0 win over the Washington Nationals on Sunday. Kluber (5-4) escaped threeMore >>
CLEVELAND (AP) - Corey Kluber pitched eight shutout innings and the Cleveland Indians spoiled Stephen Strasburg's return with a 2-0 win over the Washington Nationals on Sunday.More >>
Sunday, June 16 2013 9:58 PM EDT2013-06-17 01:58:30 GMT
PITTSBURGH (AP) - Rookie Gerrit Cole won again, getting home run help from Pedro Alvarez and pitching the Pittsburgh Pirates past the Los Angeles Dodgers 6-3 Sunday. Cole (2-0) allowed three runs on sevenMore >>
PITTSBURGH (AP) - Rookie Gerrit Cole won again, getting home run help from Pedro Alvarez and pitching the Pittsburgh Pirates past the Los Angeles Dodgers 6-3 Sunday.More >>
Sunday, June 16 2013 9:52 PM EDT2013-06-17 01:52:09 GMT
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) - It's been a year since eight young men took the stand to testify they were sexually abused by former Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky, but the fallout from theMore >>
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) - It's been a year since eight young men took the stand to testify they were sexually abused by former Penn State assistant football coach Jerry Sandusky, but the fallout from the child molestation scandal isn't over.More >>
Sunday, June 16 2013 9:44 PM EDT2013-06-17 01:44:55 GMT
CLEVELAND (AP) - 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. Two pitchesMore >>
CLEVELAND (AP) - 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.More >>
Sunday, June 16 2013 9:38 PM EDT2013-06-17 01:38:02 GMT
CLEVELAND (AP) - Indians closer Chris Perez wants to focus on returning from his injured right shoulder and not his recent legal issues. Perez, speaking to reporters for the first time since being chargedMore >>
CLEVELAND (AP) - Indians closer Chris Perez wants to focus on returning from his injured right shoulder and not his recent legal issues.More >>
Sunday, June 16 2013 9:35 PM EDT2013-06-17 01:35:58 GMT
CLEVELAND (AP) - The first sign marking the new name for the home of the Cleveland Browns has gone up. Workers on Friday began putting up the sign for FirstEnergy Stadium. The Akron Beacon Journal reportsMore >>
CLEVELAND (AP) - The first sign marking the new name for the home of the Cleveland Browns has gone up.More >>
PITTSBURGH (AP) - Juan Uribe singled home Andre Ethier in the top of the 11th inning to rally the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 5-3 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Saturday. Ethier doubled off Vin MazzaroMore >>
PITTSBURGH (AP) - Juan Uribe singled home Andre Ethier in the top of the 11th inning to rally the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 5-3 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Saturday.More >>
CLEVELAND (AP) - Jason Kipnis' run-scoring fielder's choice in the ninth inning lifted the Cleveland Indians to a 2-1 victory over the Washington Nationals on Friday night. With runners on second andMore >>
CLEVELAND (AP) - Jason Kipnis' run-scoring fielder's choice in the ninth inning lifted the Cleveland Indians to a 2-1 victory over the Washington Nationals on Friday night.More >>
PITTSBURGH (AP) - Jeff Locke allowed just two hits over seven innings and the Pittsburgh Pirates edged the Los Angeles Dodgers 3-0 on Friday night. Locke (6-1) struck out five and walked one to win hisMore >>
PITTSBURGH (AP) - Jeff Locke allowed just two hits over seven innings and the Pittsburgh Pirates edged the Los Angeles Dodgers 3-0 on Friday night.More >>
PITTSBURGH (AP) - Pirates pitcher A.J. Burnett is wearing a walking boot over his torn right calf and isn't sure when he'll be ready to return. Burnett injured the calf while working out Wednesday andMore >>
PITTSBURGH (AP) - Pirates pitcher A.J. Burnett is wearing a walking boot over his torn right calf and isn't sure when he'll be ready to return.More >>
Sunday, June 16 2013 6:01 PM EDT2013-06-16 22:01:03 GMT
PITTSBURGH (AP) - Police say a third suspect in the stabbing of a Pittsburgh Steeler has been captured in Florida. Pittsburgh Police spokeswoman Diane Richard says 26-year-old Jerrell Whitlock of PittsburghMore >>
PITTSBURGH (AP) - Police say a third suspect in the stabbing of a Pittsburgh Steeler has been captured in Florida.More >>
Sunday, June 16 2013 5:57 PM EDT2013-06-16 21:57:08 GMT
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) - Penn State is banning bags from home athletic events this fall. Penn State announced Friday it is prohibiting backpacks, bags and purses from athletic facilities including BeaverMore >>
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) - Penn State is banning bags from home athletic events this fall.More >>
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – The Cardinal Mooney football program is under investigation, by the Ohio High School Athletic Association for allegedly recruiting two Struthers Middle school students.More >>
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – The Cardinal Mooney football program is under investigation, by the Ohio High School Athletic Association for allegedly recruiting two Struthers Middle school students.More >>
Thursday, June 13 2013 10:24 PM EDT2013-06-14 02:24:47 GMT
PITTSBURGH (AP) - The Pittsburgh Pirates placed ace A.J. Burnett on the 15-day disabled list with a strained right calf and filled his roster spot by activating right-hander Charlie Morton, who returnsMore >>
PITTSBURGH (AP) - The Pittsburgh Pirates placed ace A.J. Burnett on the 15-day disabled list with a strained right calf and filled his roster spot by activating right-hander Charlie Morton, who returns to the majors almost a year to the day after having Tommy John surgery.More >>
Thursday, June 13 2013 10:22 PM EDT2013-06-14 02:22:32 GMT
PITTSBURGH (AP) - The Pittsburgh Steelers have signed fourth-round draft pick Landry Jones to a 4-year deal. The former Oklahoma quarterback is the ninth and final Pittsburgh draft pick to come to terms. DetailsMore >>
PITTSBURGH (AP) - The Pittsburgh Steelers have signed fourth-round draft pick Landry Jones to a 4-year deal. The former Oklahoma quarterback is the ninth and final Pittsburgh draft pick to come to terms.More >>
Thursday, June 13 2013 10:20 PM EDT2013-06-14 02:20:11 GMT
PITTSBURGH (AP) - Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin likes what he's seen over the last few months, even though he knows it won't matter much if the Steelers can't build on it when they report for trainingMore >>
PITTSBURGH (AP) - Pittsburgh Steelers coach Mike Tomlin likes what he's seen over the last few months, even though he knows it won't matter much if the Steelers can't build on it when they report for training camp next month.More >>
Thursday, June 13 2013 10:15 PM EDT2013-06-14 02:15:28 GMT
PITTSBURGH (AP) - The Pittsburgh Penguins and reigning NHL MVP Evgeni Malkin have agreed to an 8-year contract extension. The $76-million deal begins with the 2014-15 season and will carry an averageMore >>
PITTSBURGH (AP) - The Pittsburgh Penguins and reigning NHL MVP Evgeni Malkin have agreed to an 8-year contract extension.More >>
Thursday, June 13 2013 9:20 PM EDT2013-06-14 01:20:16 GMT
COLUMBUS, Ohio – The new divisional assignments for high school football were released on Thursday. With seven divisions, several valley schools have new homes. Fitch, Warren Harding and East remainMore >>
COLUMBUS, Ohio – The new divisional assignments for high school football were released on Thursday.More >>
Thursday, June 13 2013 10:54 AM EDT2013-06-13 14:54:53 GMT
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) - Jason Kipnis had a home run among his three hits and the Cleveland Indians got a series-clinching 5-2 victory over the Texas Rangers on Wednesday night. A night after ending anMore >>
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) - Jason Kipnis had a home run among his three hits and the Cleveland Indians got a series-clinching 5-2 victory over the Texas Rangers on Wednesday night.More >>
Wednesday, June 12 2013 10:44 PM EDT2013-06-13 02:44:37 GMT
PITTSBURGH (AP) - The Pittsburgh Penguins and coach Dan Bylsma have agreed to a 2-year contract extension through 2016. General manager Ray Shero announced the deal Wednesday morning, less than a weekMore >>
PITTSBURGH (AP) - The Pittsburgh Penguins and coach Dan Bylsma have agreed to a 2-year contract extension through 2016.More >>
Wednesday, June 12 2013 10:41 PM EDT2013-06-13 02:41:55 GMT
PITTSBURGH (AP) - The battle to replace departed outside linebacker James Harrison is turning into a three-man race for the Pittsburgh Steelers. Jason Worilds, Chris Carter and rookie Jarvis Jones areMore >>
PITTSBURGH (AP) - The battle to replace departed outside linebacker James Harrison is turning into a three-man race for the Pittsburgh SteelersMore >>
Wednesday, June 12 2013 10:37 PM EDT2013-06-13 02:37:21 GMT
PITTSBURGH (AP) - Starling Marte had a career-high four hits and scored four times and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the San Francisco Giants 12-8 on Wednesday night. Neil Walker and Alex Presley homeredMore >>
PITTSBURGH (AP) - Starling Marte had a career-high four hits and scored four times and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the San Francisco Giants 12-8 on Wednesday night.More >>
Wednesday, June 12 2013 10:25 PM EDT2013-06-13 02:25:37 GMT
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio - After stepping down two season ago as the Ursuline High School girls basketball coach, Sean Durkin is returning to guide the Iirish again. Durkin was one of the most successful ValleyMore >>
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio - After stepping down two season ago as the Ursuline High School girls basketball coach, Sean Durkin is returning to guide the Iirish again.More >>
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) - Corey Kluber allowed one run over eight innings and the Cleveland Indians beat the Texas Rangers 5-2 Tuesday night to snap an 8-game losing streak. The Indians also ended a 12-gameMore >>
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) - Corey Kluber allowed one run over eight innings and the Cleveland Indians beat the Texas Rangers 5-2 Tuesday night to snap an 8-game losing streak.More >>
Tuesday, June 11 2013 11:01 PM EDT2013-06-12 03:01:08 GMT
PITTSBURGH (AP) - Gerrit Cole took a shutout into the seventh inning of his major league debut and hit a two-run single in his first at-bat Tuesday night, leading the Pittsburgh Pirates to an 8-2 victoryMore >>
PITTSBURGH (AP) - Gerrit Cole took a shutout into the seventh inning of his major league debut and hit a two-run single in his first at-bat Tuesday night, leading the Pittsburgh Pirates to an 8-2 victory over the San Francisco Giants in front of a festive crowd.More >>
Tuesday, June 11 2013 9:00 PM EDT2013-06-12 01:00:32 GMT
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) - John McDonald has rejoined the Cleveland Indians nearly nine years after playing his last game for his first major league team. McDonald was in uniform and on the bench for theMore >>
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) - John McDonald has rejoined the Cleveland Indians nearly nine years after playing his last game for his first major league team.More >>
Tuesday, June 11 2013 8:45 PM EDT2013-06-12 00:45:15 GMT
PITTSBURGH (AP) - The Pittsburgh Pirates have put left-hander Wandy Rodriguez on the 15-day disabled list because of tightness in his forearm, clearing the way prized pitcher Gerrit Cole to make his majorMore >>
PITTSBURGH (AP) - The Pittsburgh Pirates have put left-hander Wandy Rodriguez on the 15-day disabled list because of tightness in his forearm, clearing the way prized pitcher Gerrit Cole to make his major league debut.More >>
Tuesday, June 11 2013 3:28 PM EDT2013-06-11 19:28:49 GMT
PITTSBURGH (AP) - Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger says his right knee is great and he could practice next week if he needed to. Roethlisberger underwent minor surgery last week to addressMore >>
PITTSBURGH (AP) - Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger says his right knee is great and he could practice next week if he needed to.More >>
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) - Lance Berkman hit a tiebreaking, two-run homer in the seventh inning and the Texas Rangers beat Cleveland 6-3 Monday night to hand the Indians their eighth straight loss. Berkman'sMore >>
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) - Lance Berkman hit a tiebreaking, two-run homer in the seventh inning and the Texas Rangers beat Cleveland 6-3 Monday night to hand the Indians their eighth straight loss.More >>
Monday, June 10 2013 9:40 PM EDT2013-06-11 01:40:05 GMT
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) - The Cleveland Indians have acquired infielder John McDonald from the Pittsburgh Pirates for a player to be named or cash considerations. McDonald was sent to the Indians on MondayMore >>
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) - The Cleveland Indians have acquired infielder John McDonald from the Pittsburgh Pirates for a player to be named or cash considerations.More >>
Monday, June 10 2013 9:17 PM EDT2013-06-11 01:17:20 GMT
CLEVELAND (AP) - Cleveland Indians 2-time All-Star closer Chris Perez and his wife have pleaded not guilty to misdemeanor possession after marijuana was mailed to their home in their dog's name. The pleasMore >>
CLEVELAND (AP) - Cleveland Indians 2-time All-Star closer Chris Perez and his wife have pleaded not guilty to misdemeanor possession after marijuana was mailed to their home in their dog's name.More >>
Monday, June 10 2013 9:03 PM EDT2013-06-11 01:03:29 GMT
PITTSBURGH (AP) - Gerrit Cole sat on a stool in the cramped locker room at the Pittsburgh Pirates minor league complex in Bradenton, Fla., in late February and thought for a moment. What, exactly, doesMore >>
PITTSBURGH (AP) - Gerrit Cole sat on a stool in the cramped locker room at the Pittsburgh Pirates minor league complex in Bradenton, Fla., in late February and thought for a moment.More >>
Sunday, June 9 2013 9:12 PM EDT2013-06-10 01:12:36 GMT
DETROIT (AP) - Jose Alvarez pitched six impressive innings in his major league debut, and Don Kelly hit a tiebreaking three-run homer in the sixth to help the Detroit Tigers finish a 3-game sweep of theMore >>
DETROIT (AP) - Jose Alvarez pitched six impressive innings in his major league debut, and Don Kelly hit a tiebreaking three-run homer in the sixth to help the Detroit Tigers finish a 3-game sweep of the Cleveland Indians with a 4-1 victory Sunday.More >>
Sunday, June 9 2013 7:25 PM EDT2013-06-09 23:25:05 GMT
DETROIT (AP) - Cleveland Indians right-hander Carlos Carrasco has had his suspension for throwing at a hitter reduced from eight to seven games. He began serving it Sunday. Carrasco was initially suspendedMore >>
DETROIT (AP) - Cleveland Indians right-hander Carlos Carrasco has had his suspension for throwing at a hitter reduced from eight to seven games.More >>
Sunday, June 9 2013 7:07 PM EDT2013-06-09 23:07:29 GMT
CHICAGO (AP) - Cody Ransom hit a tiebreaking, three-run homer in the seventh inning and Edwin Jackson pitched the Chicago Cubs to a 4-1 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Sunday. Ransom connectedMore >>
CHICAGO (AP) - Cody Ransom hit a tiebreaking, three-run homer in the seventh inning and Edwin Jackson pitched the Chicago Cubs to a 4-1 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Sunday.More >>
Sunday, June 9 2013 7:03 PM EDT2013-06-09 23:03:27 GMT
LONG POND, Pa. (AP) - Jimmie Johnson absolutely dominated Sunday at Pocono Raceway for his third victory of the season. The Sprint Cup points leader, Johnson pulled away on both of the last two restartsMore >>
LONG POND, Pa. (AP) - Jimmie Johnson absolutely dominated Sunday at Pocono Raceway for his third victory of the season.More >>
Sunday, June 9 2013 6:56 PM EDT2013-06-09 22:56:26 GMT
PITTSBURGH (AP) - As the Pittsburgh Penguins embark on an offseason that figures to include significant changes, coach Dan Bylsma insists the goalie position won't be one of them. Bylsma called Marc-AndreMore >>
PITTSBURGH (AP) - As the Pittsburgh Penguins embark on an offseason that figures to include significant changes, coach Dan Bylsma insists the goalie position won't be one of them.More >>
Sunday, June 9 2013 6:49 PM EDT2013-06-09 22:49:04 GMT
DETROIT (AP) - Prince Fielder hit a bases-clearing double in the second inning and the Detroit Tigers held on to beat the Cleveland Indians 6-4 Saturday. The AL Central-leading Tigers have won the firstMore >>
DETROIT (AP) - Prince Fielder hit a bases-clearing double in the second inning and the Detroit Tigers held on to beat the Cleveland Indians 6-4 Saturday.More >>
Sunday, June 9 2013 6:47 PM EDT2013-06-09 22:47:25 GMT
DETROIT (AP) - Cleveland Indians manager Terry Francona has been ejected for the second time in a week. He was tossed between the top and bottom of the eighth inning Saturday against the Detroit Tigers. FranconaMore >>
DETROIT (AP) - Cleveland Indians manager Terry Francona has been ejected for the second time in a week.More >>
Sunday, June 9 2013 6:40 PM EDT2013-06-09 22:40:06 GMT
DETROIT (AP) - The Cleveland Indians have put right-hander Zach McAllister on the 15-day disabled list and recalled right-hander Carlos Carrasco. The moves were made Saturday before playing the DetroitMore >>
DETROIT (AP) - The Cleveland Indians have put right-hander Zach McAllister on the 15-day disabled list and recalled right-hander Carlos Carrasco.More >>
Sunday, June 9 2013 6:29 PM EDT2013-06-09 22:29:55 GMT
CHICAGO (AP) - A.J. Burnett pitched into the ninth inning and Pedro Alvarez and Russell Martin homered to lead the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 6-2 win over the Chicago Cubs on Saturday. Burnett (4-6) gaveMore >>
CHICAGO (AP) - A.J. Burnett pitched into the ninth inning and Pedro Alvarez and Russell Martin homered to lead the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 6-2 win over the Chicago Cubs on Saturday.More >>
Sunday, June 9 2013 6:27 PM EDT2013-06-09 22:27:36 GMT
CHICAGO (AP) - The Pittsburgh Pirates have put pitcher Jared Hughes on the 15-day disabled list because of inflammation in his right shoulder. The Pirates recalled outfielder Alex Presley from AAA IndianapolisMore >>
CHICAGO (AP) - The Pittsburgh Pirates have put pitcher Jared Hughes on the 15-day disabled list because of inflammation in his right shoulder.More >>
Sunday, June 9 2013 6:08 PM EDT2013-06-09 22:08:31 GMT
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - Ohio State's season-opening game against Buffalo on Aug. 31 will kick off at noon and the second home game the following week against San Diego State will start at 3:30 p.m. TheMore >>
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) - Ohio State's season-opening game against Buffalo on Aug. 31 will kick off at noon and the second home game the following week against San Diego State will start at 3:30 p.m.More >>
Sunday, June 9 2013 6:06 PM EDT2013-06-09 22:06:13 GMT
CLEVELAND (AP) - The Cleveland Indians say the club is disappointed in hearing about the marijuana possession case against 2-time All-Star closer Chris Perez. General Manager Chris Antonetti said FridayMore >>
CLEVELAND (AP) - The Cleveland Indians say the club is disappointed in hearing about the marijuana possession case against 2-time All-Star closer Chris Perez.More >>
Sunday, June 9 2013 5:28 PM EDT2013-06-09 21:28:42 GMT
DETROIT (AP) - The Cleveland Indians have signed left-hander J.C. Romero to a minor league contract and assigned him to AAA Columbus. The 37-year-old Romero allowed 12 earned runs in 12 innings last yearMore >>
DETROIT (AP) - The Cleveland Indians have signed left-hander J.C. Romero to a minor league contract and assigned him to AAA Columbus.More >>
BOSTON (AP) - Tuukka Rask grabbed the final shot in his big glove as the buzzer sounded, sealing the Boston Bruins' stunning sweep of the suddenly powerless Pittsburgh Penguins. All Rask needed was oneMore >>
BOSTON (AP) - Tuukka Rask grabbed the final shot in his big glove as the buzzer sounded, sealing the Boston Bruins' stunning sweep of the suddenly powerless Pittsburgh Penguins.More >>
DETROIT (AP) - Justin Verlander pitched seven solid innings, Victor Martinez homered and the Detroit Tigers beat Cleveland 7-5 on Friday night to take a 3½-game lead over the Indians atop the AL Central. MartinezMore >>
DETROIT (AP) - Justin Verlander pitched seven solid innings, Victor Martinez homered and the Detroit Tigers beat Cleveland 7-5 on Friday night to take a 3½-game lead over the Indians atop the AL Central.More >>
CHICAGO (AP) - Francisco Liriano pitched two-hit ball over seven innings and the Pirates beat the Chicago Cubs 2-0 Friday for their major league-leading 10th shutout, matching Pittsburgh's total for allMore >>
CHICAGO (AP) - Francisco Liriano pitched two-hit ball over seven innings and the Pirates beat the Chicago Cubs 2-0 Friday for their major league-leading 10th shutout, matching Pittsburgh's total for allMore >>
Saturday, June 8 2013 2:28 PM EDT2013-06-08 18:28:24 GMT
ARDMORE, Pa. (AP) - Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy and Adam Scott will play together the opening two rounds of the U.S. Open next week at Merion. For the third straight year, U.S. Open officials have put theMore >>
ARDMORE, Pa. (AP) - Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy and Adam Scott will play together the opening two rounds of the U.S. Open next week at Merion.More >>
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – It's day two of the Major League Baseball draft. No local players were taken in the first two rounds of the draft, but on Friday one of Youngstown State's best is heading to the bigMore >>
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – It's day two of the Major League Baseball draft.More >>
SHARON, Pennsylvania - More than 200 kids turned out at Sharon Tigers Stadium for Marlin Jackson's annual youth football camp. The two day camp focuses on teaching young players the skills necessaryMore >>
SHARON, Pennsylvania - More than 200 kids turned out at Sharon Tigers Stadium for Marlin Jackson's annual youth football camp.More >>
By JOE KAY AP Sports Writer Cleveland Browns receiver Josh Gordon has been suspended without pay for the first two games next season for violating the NFL's substance abuse policy.More >>
By JOE KAY AP Sports Writer Receiver Josh Gordon was suspended without pay for the first two games next season for violating the NFL's substance abuse policy, the second year in a row that the Cleveland...More >>
Friday, June 7 2013 10:56 AM EDT2013-06-07 14:56:36 GMT
CLEVELAND (AP) - Cleveland Indians closer Chris Perez and has wife have been charged with misdemeanor drug possession in the shipment of just over one-third of a pound ofMore >>
CLEVELAND (AP) - Cleveland Indians closer Chris Perez and has wife have been charged with misdemeanor drug possession in the shipment of just over one-third of a pound of marijuana mailed to their home, authorities said Friday.More >>
Thursday, June 6 2013 7:38 PM EDT2013-06-06 23:38:10 GMT
BEREA, Ohio (AP) - Davone Bess is the oldest wide receiver on the Cleveland Browns, but he isn't showing his age at minicamp. Bess, 27, has been the most consistent pass catcher throughout the 3-day camp.More >>
BEREA, Ohio (AP) - Davone Bess is the oldest wide receiver on the Cleveland Browns, but he isn't showing his age at minicamp.More >>
Thursday, June 6 2013 7:16 PM EDT2013-06-06 23:16:54 GMT
BOSTON (AP) - The Penguins are improving at putting more shots on net. They just need to put more into the net. And they're running out of time. Pittsburgh forced Boston goalie Tuukka Rask to make 53More >>
BOSTON (AP) - The Penguins are improving at putting more shots on net. They just need to put more into the net.More >>
Thursday, June 6 2013 7:13 PM EDT2013-06-06 23:13:37 GMT
PITTSBURGH (AP) - Bruce Gradkowski knew there was a chance he would one day take snaps with the first team at Heinz Field. The Pittsburgh Steelers backup quarterback didn't anticipate it happening soMore >>
PITTSBURGH (AP) - Bruce Gradkowski knew there was a chance he would one day take snaps with the first team at Heinz Field.More >>
BOSTON (AP) - A future Hall of Famer who established his credentials in the open ice, there was Jaromir Jagr along the boards, mucking it up for a loose puck. The 41-year-old former Pittsburgh great outdueledMore >>
BOSTON (AP) - A future Hall of Famer who established his credentials in the open ice, there was Jaromir Jagr along the boards, mucking it up for a loose puck.More >>
Wednesday, June 5 2013 8:12 PM EDT2013-06-06 00:12:37 GMT
NEW YORK (AP) - CC Sabathia took a perfect game into the fifth inning, then hung on to make early homers by Travis Hafner and Brett Gardner hold up for the New York Yankees in a 6-4 win over the ClevelandMore >>
NEW YORK (AP) - CC Sabathia took a perfect game into the fifth inning, then hung on to make early homers by Travis Hafner and Brett Gardner hold up for the New York Yankees in a 6-4 win over the Cleveland Indians on Wednesday.More >>
Wednesday, June 5 2013 8:09 PM EDT2013-06-06 00:09:27 GMT
BEREA, Ohio (AP) - For the first time since 1999, the Cleveland Browns will have a new kicker this season. Shayne Graham and Brandon Bogotay continued their competition for Phil Dawson's old job on theMore >>
BEREA, Ohio (AP) - For the first time since 1999, the Cleveland Browns will have a new kicker this season.More >>
Wednesday, June 5 2013 7:29 PM EDT2013-06-05 23:29:53 GMT
ATLANTA (AP) - Julio Teheran held Pittsburgh without a hit for 7 2-3 innings before settling for a combined one-hit shutout, and the Atlanta Braves beat the Pirates 5-0 on Wednesday. Tehran (4-2) gaveMore >>
ATLANTA (AP) - Julio Teheran held Pittsburgh without a hit for 7 2-3 innings before settling for a combined one-hit shutout, and the Atlanta Braves beat the Pirates 5-0 on Wednesday.More >>
Wednesday, June 5 2013 7:25 PM EDT2013-06-05 23:25:55 GMT
PITTSBURGH (AP) - Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger is out until training camp after minor knee surgery. Coach Mike Tomlin says Wednesday's procedure will have no "long-term effects"More >>
PITTSBURGH (AP) - Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger is out until training camp after minor knee surgery.More >>
A person familiar with the case tells The Associated Press that the founder of a Miami anti-aging clinic has agreed to talk to Major League Baseball about players linked to performance-enhancing drugs.More >>
One by one, for three weeks already, players accompanied by their lawyers have been summoned to interviews as part of baseball's latest investigation into performance-enhancing drugs - and the process is a long way from...More >>
Wednesday, June 5 2013 2:27 PM EDT2013-06-05 18:27:20 GMT
NEW YORK (AP) - The Cleveland Indians say they are looking into "a situation" with closer Chris Perez that occurred Tuesday in the Cleveland suburb of Rocky River. Indians general manager Chris AntonettiMore >>
NEW YORK (AP) - The Cleveland Indians say they are looking into "a situation" with closer Chris Perez that occurred Tuesday in the Cleveland suburb of Rocky River.More >>
Wednesday, June 5 2013 2:24 PM EDT2013-06-05 18:24:42 GMT
LIBERTY TOWNSHIP, Ohio - Usually this time of year high school football takes a back seat, but not today. Liberty is looking for a head coach after Brian Jones stepped down after one season. LibertyMore >>
LIBERTY TOWNSHIP, Ohio - Usually this time of year high school football takes a back seat, but not today.More >>
Wednesday, June 5 2013 7:06 AM EDT2013-06-05 11:06:46 GMT
ATLANTA (AP) - Andrelton Simmons hit a game-ending double off Mark Melancon in the 10th inning, lifting the Atlanta Braves to a 5-4 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Tuesday night. Melancon (1-1) walkedMore >>
ATLANTA (AP) - Andrelton Simmons hit a game-ending double off Mark Melancon in the 10th inning, lifting the Atlanta Braves to a 5-4 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Tuesday night.More >>
Tuesday, June 4 2013 9:03 PM EDT2013-06-05 01:03:35 GMT
NEW YORK (AP) - The Cleveland Indians have put All-Star shortstop Asdrubal Cabrera on the 15-day disabled list because of a strained right quadriceps. Indians manager Terry Francona says Cabrera couldMore >>
NEW YORK (AP) - The Cleveland Indians have put All-Star shortstop Asdrubal Cabrera on the 15-day disabled list because of a strained right quadriceps.More >>
Tuesday, June 4 2013 8:47 PM EDT2013-06-05 00:47:07 GMT
BEREA, Ohio (AP) - Browns starting running back Trent Richardson is not practicing as the team opens minicamp. The second-year pro sat out Cleveland's final set of OTAs last week with a lower right legMore >>
BEREA, Ohio (AP) - Browns starting running back Trent Richardson is not practicing as the team opens minicamp.More >>
Tuesday, June 4 2013 8:34 PM EDT2013-06-05 00:34:20 GMT
PITTSBURGH (AP) - Pittsburgh Steelers offensive tackle Mike Adams is on the road to recovery from a stabbing incident over the weekend and his teammates say his situation should serve as a warning. AdamsMore >>
PITTSBURGH (AP) - Pittsburgh Steelers offensive tackle Mike Adams is on the road to recovery from a stabbing incident over the weekend and his teammates say his situation should serve as a warning.More >>
Tuesday, June 4 2013 8:19 PM EDT2013-06-05 00:19:10 GMT
PITTSBURGH (AP) - Police say they've arrested a second suspect in the weekend stabbing of Pittsburgh Steelers offensive lineman Mike Adams. Police spokeswoman Diane Richard says 26-year-old Dquay MeansMore >>
PITTSBURGH (AP) - Police say they've arrested a second suspect in the weekend stabbing of Pittsburgh Steelers offensive lineman Mike Adams.More >>
Tuesday, June 4 2013 9:19 AM EDT2013-06-04 13:19:22 GMT
ATLANTA (AP) - Brian McCann, Jason Heyward and Freddie Freeman each hit a two-run homer, helping Kris Medlen and the Atlanta Braves beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 7-2 on Monday night. Medlen (2-6) pitchedMore >>
ATLANTA (AP) - Brian McCann, Jason Heyward and Freddie Freeman each hit a two-run homer, helping Kris Medlen and the Atlanta Braves beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 7-2 on Monday night.More >>
Monday, June 3 2013 9:25 PM EDT2013-06-04 01:25:33 GMT
NEW YORK (AP) - Cleveland Indians shortstop Asdrubal Cabrera has been helped off the field at Yankee Stadium after injuring his right leg while running to first base on a groundout in the fifth inning. CabreraMore >>
NEW YORK (AP) - Cleveland Indians shortstop Asdrubal Cabrera has been helped off the field at Yankee Stadium after injuring his right leg while running to first base on a groundout in the fifth inning.More >>
Monday, June 3 2013 9:15 PM EDT2013-06-04 01:15:18 GMT
PITTSBURGH (AP) - Police say a man has been arrested and charged in the stabbing of a Pittsburgh Steelers offensive lineman during an attempted carjacking early Sunday. Police said Monday that 25-year-oldMore >>
PITTSBURGH (AP) - Police say a man has been arrested and charged in the stabbing of a Pittsburgh Steelers offensive lineman during an attempted carjacking early Sunday.More >>
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Brandon Moss and John Jaso homered off Yu Darvish and the AL West-leading Oakland Athletics beat Texas 6-2 on Tuesday night.More >>
Facing Yu Darvish has been no problem for the Oakland Athletics. They have beaten the Texas Rangers' Japanese ace four times, more than any other team.More >>
Nick Vander Tuig scattered four hits over seven-plus innings and UCLA produced just enough offense to defeat North Carolina State 2-1 in the College World Series on Tuesday night.More >>
Never has a team swinging metal bats produced so few runs through two College World Series games yet found itself in such an enviable position.More >>
Home runs are few and far between at the College World Series these days, which made Brian Holberton's first-inning shot all the more important for North Carolina.More >>
Home runs are few and far between at the College World Series these days, which made Brian Holberton's first-inning shot all the more important for North Carolina.More >>
Zack Wheeler lived up the hype in his major league debut, pitching six scoreless innings to lead the New York Mets to a 6-1 victory over the first-place Atlanta Braves and a doubleheader sweep on Tuesday.More >>
After a long day at Turner Field, the future suddenly looks a lot brighter for the New York Mets.More >>
Kevin Youkilis needs back surgery and Mark Teixeira has returned to the 15-day disabled list with an aching right wrist, the latest injury setbacks for the depleted New York Yankees.More >>
They come back for a bit, then they're gone again. So it goes for the New York Yankees and many of their ailing stars this season.More >>
Brian Holberton homered, freshman Trent Thornton pitched a strong seven innings and No. 1 national seed North Carolina extended its stay at the College World Series with a 4-2 victory over LSU on Tuesday.More >>
Brian Holberton homered, freshman Trent Thornton pitched a strong seven innings and No. 1 national seed North Carolina extended its stay at the College World Series with a 4-2 victory over LSU on Tuesday.More >>
Will Venable made an incredible catch to save San Diego, pinch-hitting pitcher Andrew Cashner drove in the go-ahead run with a perfectly executed safety squeeze in the 13th inning, and the Padres extended their...More >>
Andrew Cashner provided quite the thrilling warmup for his Tuesday start against San Francisco: a tiebreaking bunt as a pinch hitter in the 13th inning Monday night.More >>
Freddie Freeman hit a two-run homer in the ninth inning off Dillon Gee, giving the Atlanta Braves a stunning 2-1 victory over the New York Mets on Monday night in a game that was delayed nearly four hours by rain.More >>
The Atlanta Braves waited a long time to get going.More >>
State and local police spent hours at the home of New England Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez on Tuesday night as another group of officers searched an industrial park about a mile away where a body was discovered...More >>
State and local police spent hours at the home of New England Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez on Tuesday night as another group of officers searched an industrial park about a mile away where a body was discovered the day...More >>
A third employee of the truck stop chain owned by the Cleveland Browns owner and Tennessee's governor has pleaded guilty in what authorities call a scheme to cheat trucking firms out of rebates.More >>
Three more employees of the truck stop chain owned by the Cleveland Browns' owner and Tennessee's governor pleaded guilty Tuesday in what authorities call a scheme to cheat trucking firms out of rebates.More >>
A central Kentucky man who goes by the online name KyAnonymous said Tuesday he is the target of an investigation into who hacked into an Ohio high school's computer and posted a video related the rape of a...More >>
A central Kentucky man who goes by the online name KyAnonymous said Tuesday he is the target of an investigation into who hacked into an Ohio high school's computer and posted a video related the rape of a teenage girl...More >>
A station official says the cast of an Atlanta sports radio show has been fired after mocking a former NFL player who has Lou Gehrig's disease.More >>
The cast of an Atlanta sports radio show has been fired after mocking a former NFL player who has Lou Gehrig's disease, a station official said Monday.More >>
Former Oklahoma State starting quarterback Wes Lunt is transferring to Illinois, returning to his home state after giving the Illini little consideration out of high school.More >>
Former Oklahoma State starting quarterback Wes Lunt is transferring to Illinois, returning to his home state after giving the Illini little consideration out of high school.More >>
Mario Chalmers broke out of a shooting slump to score 10 points, lifting the Miami Heat to a 27-25 lead over the San Antonio Spurs after one quarter of Game 6 in the NBA Finals on Tuesday night.More >>
LeBron James saved a championship reign, canceled a celebration.More >>
Casino giant MGM Resorts International and entertainment company AEG say they've inked a deal to build a 20,000-seat Las Vegas Strip arena.More >>
Years of talk about building an arena capable of hosting professional sports and big-name concerts yielded an announcement Tuesday that casino giant MGM Resorts International and entertainment company AEG will build a...More >>
During his team's Game 3 rout of the Heat, Gregg Popovich was shown on TV talking to his players while they were in the process of burying Miami with a stirring offensive display.More >>
During his team's Game 3 rout of the Heat, Gregg Popovich was shown on TV talking to his players while they were in the process of burying Miami with a stirring offensive display.More >>
Five things to watch for in Game 6 of the NBA Finals, as the San Antonio Spurs try to clinch their fifth title and end the Miami Heat's reign on Tuesday night:More >>
Five things to watch for in Game 6 of the NBA Finals, as the San Antonio Spurs try to clinch their fifth title and end the Miami Heat's reign on Tuesday night:More >>
Julie Hermann has started her first full day as Rutgers' athletic director.More >>
Saying she has already rolled up her sleeves and is ready to work, Julie Hermann took over as Rutgers' athletic director with the promise that her No. 1 job is to create an atmosphere for Scarlet Knights students to...More >>
The San Antonio Spurs have long been the NBA's gold standard when it comes to drafting and development. They comb the globe to find the right players to fit their well-established system, then spend the time it...More >>
The Spurs have long been the NBA's gold standard when it comes to drafting and development, preferring to roll up their sleeves and scour the globe to find the right players to slot into well-defined roles in San Antonio.More >>
Casino giant MGM Resorts International and entertainment company AEG say they've inked a deal to build a 20,000-seat Las Vegas Strip arena.More >>
Years of talk about building an arena capable of hosting professional sports and big-name concerts yielded an announcement Tuesday that casino giant MGM Resorts International and entertainment company AEG will build a...More >>
The Detroit Red Wings accomplished their No. 1 goal of this offseason by agreeing to a new deal with Pavel Datsyuk.More >>
The Detroit Red Wings accomplished their No. 1 goal of the offseason Tuesday by agreeing to a $22.5 million, three-year deal with Pavel Datsyuk.More >>
The puck bounced off the post and rolled across the crease, away from the goal line. The red light flashed briefly, but replays would confirm that Tuukka Rask's shutout streak was intact.More >>
The puck bounced off the post and rolled across the crease, away from the goal line. The red light flashed briefly, but replays would confirm that Tuukka Rask's shutout streak was intact.More >>
The Chicago Blackhawks suffered a key loss moments before a scoreless first period of Game 3 of the Stanley Cup finals when Marian Hossa was scratched from the lineup after being hit by a puck during warm-ups on...More >>
Tuukka Rask watched most of the action at the other end of the ice. And when the Blackhawks did make a late charge, he was ready.More >>
The Chicago Blackhawks suffered a key loss moments before a scoreless first period of Game 3 of the Stanley Cup finals when Marian Hossa was scratched from the lineup after being hit by a puck during warm-ups on...More >>
The Chicago Blackhawks suffered a key loss moments before a scoreless first period of Game 3 of the Stanley Cup finals when Marian Hossa was scratched from the lineup after being hit by a puck during warm-ups on Monday night.More >>
Tens of thousands of Brazilians again flooded the streets of the country's biggest city to raise a collective cry against a longstanding lament - people are weighed down by high taxes and high prices but get...More >>
Tens of thousands of Brazilians again flooded the streets of the country's biggest city to raise a collective cry against a longstanding lament - people are weighed down by high taxes and high prices but get low-quality...More >>
Mario Chalmers broke out of a shooting slump to score 10 points, lifting the Miami Heat to a 27-25 lead over the San Antonio Spurs after one quarter of Game 6 in the NBA Finals on Tuesday night.More >>
LeBron James saved a championship reign, canceled a celebration.More >>
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.More >>
No amount of tight defense could keep Jozy Altidore from doing what he does best.More >>
Brandon Moss and John Jaso homered off Yu Darvish and the AL West-leading Oakland Athletics beat Texas 6-2 on Tuesday night.More >>
Facing Yu Darvish has been no problem for the Oakland Athletics. They have beaten the Texas Rangers' Japanese ace four times, more than any other team.More >>
Nick Vander Tuig scattered four hits over seven-plus innings and UCLA produced just enough offense to defeat North Carolina State 2-1 in the College World Series on Tuesday night.More >>
Never has a team swinging metal bats produced so few runs through two College World Series games yet found itself in such an enviable position.More >>
Home runs are few and far between at the College World Series these days, which made Brian Holberton's first-inning shot all the more important for North Carolina.More >>
Home runs are few and far between at the College World Series these days, which made Brian Holberton's first-inning shot all the more important for North Carolina.More >>
Zack Wheeler lived up the hype in his major league debut, pitching six scoreless innings to lead the New York Mets to a 6-1 victory over the first-place Atlanta Braves and a doubleheader sweep on Tuesday.More >>
After a long day at Turner Field, the future suddenly looks a lot brighter for the New York Mets.More >>
State and local police spent hours at the home of New England Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez on Tuesday night as another group of officers searched an industrial park about a mile away where a body was discovered...More >>
State and local police spent hours at the home of New England Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez on Tuesday night as another group of officers searched an industrial park about a mile away where a body was discovered the day...More >>
In some of the biggest protests since the end of Brazil's 1964-85 dictatorship, demonstrations have spread across this continent-sized country and united people from all walks of life behind frustrations over...More >>
About 50,000 protesters energetically returned to the streets of Brazil's biggest city Tuesday night, a demonstration of anger toward what they call a corrupt and inefficient government that has long ignored the demands...More >>
Kevin Youkilis needs back surgery and Mark Teixeira has returned to the 15-day disabled list with an aching right wrist, the latest injury setbacks for the depleted New York Yankees.More >>
They come back for a bit, then they're gone again. So it goes for the New York Yankees and many of their ailing stars this season.More >>
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