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D-Backs' skid continues with loss to Rockies

D-Backs' skid continues with loss to Rockies

The Associated Press Jul 3, 2009 - 8:48PM

DENVER — Jorge De La Rosa begged for the ball in the ninth inning, wanting desperately to get a chance at his first career complete game.

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Manny returns, goes hitless in Dodgers' win

SAN DIEGO — Manny Ramirez returned to the big leagues as only he could.

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MCC coaches fired, then reinstated

Popular Mesa Community College coaches Tony Cirelli and Steve Jacobs found out in a letter from athletic director Jeff Fore they had...

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If Suns are rebuilding, should they trade Nash?

Point-counterpoint: Shaq is gone. Assuming Amaré Stoudemire is also dealt, should the Suns trade Steve Nash as well before his...

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Dodgers' Ramirez a reflection of society

Dodgers' Ramirez a reflection of society

Jul 2, 2009 - 3:11PM

Scott Bordow: You want to know why athletes such as Manny Ramirez believe there are no serious consequences for their actions? Because we make them feel that way.

Manny's return will be spectacle | Manny being Manny means not having to say sorry

Suns have to trade Stoudemire

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The Associated Press

Jul 3, 2009 - 2:10PM

Glendale officials are fighting in court to keep documents about negotiations over the Phoenix Coyotes confidential until they finish talks with a potential new owner of the NHL team over use of city-owned Jobing.com Arena.

Glendale trying to keep arena lease talks secret

The Associated Press Jul 3, 2009 - 2:10PM

Glendale officials are fighting in court to keep documents about negotiations over the Phoenix Coyotes confidential until they finish talks with a potential new owner of the NHL team over use of city-owned Jobing.com Arena.

Mercury's Taurasi cited for DUI

The Associated Press Jul 3, 2009 - 5:04AM

Phoenix Mercury star Diana Taurasi was cited for drunken driving a few hours after she helped lead her team to victory over the Seattle Storm.

College Sports

The Associated Press

Jul 3, 2009 - 10:51AM

LUBBOCK, Texas - Former San Diego State right-hander Stephen Strasburg, the No. 1 overall draft pick by the Washington Nationals last month, has been selected as the winner of the Dick Howser Trophy as college baseball's player of the year.

Strasburg wins award over ASU's Leake

The Associated Press Jul 3, 2009 - 10:51AM

LUBBOCK, Texas - Former San Diego State right-hander Stephen Strasburg, the No. 1 overall draft pick by the Washington Nationals last month, has been selected as the winner of the Dick Howser Trophy as college baseball's player of the year.

MCC coaches fired, then reinstated

Kyle Odegard, Tribune Jul 2, 2009 - 6:43PM

Popular Mesa Community College coaches Tony Cirelli and Steve Jacobs found out in a letter from athletic director Jeff Fore they had been fired. But after a public outcry from the baseball and track communities, both have been reinstated.

High School Sports

Kyle Odegard, Tribune

Jul 1, 2009 - 2:01PM

It should have been one of the best trips of Drew Swartz’s life, and it started out that way.

Swartz at crossroads after losing Air Force scholarship

Kyle Odegard, Tribune Jul 1, 2009 - 2:01PM

It should have been one of the best trips of Drew Swartz’s life, and it started out that way.

Tallman new Chandler baseball coach

Les Willsey, Tribune Jul 1, 2009 - 12:41PM

Jeff Tallman, who coached Phoenix North Canyon to back-to-back Metro Region titles in 2008 and 2009, has been hired as the next baseball coach at Chandler High.

Golf

Doug Ferguson, The Associated Press

Jun 30, 2009 - 8:32PM

Doug Ferguson: Anthony Kim pressed a cell phone against his ear as he listened to Tiger Woods, the tournament host of the AT&T National, congratulate him on another impressive victory that seemed to mark the arrival of America’s next great golfer.

That was one year and 25 tournaments ago. Kim has yet to pose with another trophy he could call his own. Remember, the Ryder Cup is an exhibition, and no matter how thoroughly the 23-year-old dismantled Sergio Garcia in the leadoff singles match, it was a team effort.

AT&T National marks 1 year since win for Kim

AT&T National marks 1 year since win for Kim

Doug Ferguson, The Associated Press Jun 30, 2009 - 8:32PM

Doug Ferguson: Anthony Kim pressed a cell phone against his ear as he listened to Tiger Woods, the tournament host of the AT&T National, congratulate him on another impressive victory that seemed to mark the arrival of America’s next great golfer.

That was one year and 25 tournaments ago. Kim has yet to pose with another trophy he could call his own. Remember, the Ryder Cup is an exhibition, and no matter how thoroughly the 23-year-old dismantled Sergio Garcia in the leadoff singles match, it was a team effort.

Auto racing

The Associated Press

Apr 16, 2009 - 11:03PM

Joe Gibbs did his best to enjoy a rare off-week during NASCAR’s grueling Sprint Cup season, playing the role of genial host along with wife Pat during his family’s annual Easter egg party at their North Carolina home.

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Logano hoping Nashville win provides boost

Logano hoping Nashville win provides boost

The Associated Press Apr 16, 2009 - 11:03PM

Joe Gibbs did his best to enjoy a rare off-week during NASCAR’s grueling Sprint Cup season, playing the role of genial host along with wife Pat during his family’s annual Easter egg party at their North Carolina home.

NASCAR drivers  |  Schedule/results  |  Teams

Sports news from AP

The Associated Press

Jul 4, 2009 - 8:51AM

WIMBLEDON, England (AP) -- Serena Williams fell to her knees on the grass, eyes closed, arms raised, and threw back her head....

Serena tops Venus again for third Wimbledon title

The Associated Press Jul 4, 2009 - 8:51AM

WIMBLEDON, England (AP) -- Serena Williams fell to her knees on the grass, eyes closed, arms raised, and threw back her head....

Dodgers' Ramirez hitless in return from suspension

The Associated Press Jul 4, 2009 - 3:41AM

SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Manny Ramirez is back in the big leagues, looking like a guy who missed 50 games. Returning from his suspension for violating baseball's drug policy, the Los Angeles slugger barely hit the ball out of the infield in the Dodgers' 6-3 win over the San Diego Padres on Friday night....

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