Red Wings reassign MacDonald to Grand Rapids (The Canadian Press)

DETROIT – The Detroit Red Wings have reassigned goalie Joey MacDonald to the Grand Rapids Griffins of the AHL.
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Blue Jackets send Savard to AHL Springfield (The Canadian Press)

COLUMBUS, Ohio – The Columbus Blue Jackets have assigned defenceman David Savard to their American Hockey League affiliate in Springfield, Mass.
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Players react to labor breakdown (Yahoo! Sports)

Most NBA players say they’re continuing to stand behind the union after talks again stopped.
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Legal cloud still over Chara as he returns to Montreal (The Canadian Press)

MONTREAL – A cloud of legal uncertainty will still be lingering over Boston Bruins captain Zdeno Chara when he makes his return to Montreal this week, with no word on whether an on-ice incident might result in criminal charges.
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Beasley hosts charity game in Minnesota (PA SportsTicker)

By JON KRAWCZYNSKI AP Sports Writer
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Long Drives: Big Sky Country

Navigating Big Sky Country in a 2011 Cadillac Escalade ESV
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Roylas not looking to extend Melky Cabrera – Melky Cabrera (OF) Kansas City Royals

Royals GM Dayton Moore told Dick Kaegel of MLB.com that he expects to work out a one-year deal with Melky Cabrera instead of exploring a multiyear extension.
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Sporting News tabs Kimbrel, Trumbo top rookies

Craig Kimbrel and Mark Trumbo were recognized for standout seasons Wednesday, when The Sporting News named them the Rookies of the Year in their respective leagues. The voting was conducted by 289 big league players who returned a verdict on their elite peers.
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Week 8: Injury Update

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We let you know the playing chances of the big name players who were injured last week. This week’s picks include Matthew Stafford, Joseph Addai, Peyton Hillis, Mark Ingram, and Beanie Wells.
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Source: West Virginia’s move to Big 12 on hold

West Virginia has been notified by the Big 12 Conference that its expansion process is on hold, a school source told ESPN’s Joe Schad on Wednesday.
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Puck Previews: Oilers’ arena deal passes; Modano Halloween costume (Yahoo! Sports)

Carolina Hurricanes Head Coach Paul Maurice could care less where Erik Condra falls. Preview: Philadelphia Flyers at Montreal Canadiens, 7:30 p.m. ET.The Flyers play their first game without captain Chris Pronger as they try to improve on their 3-0-0 road … Continue reading →
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Hayes, UK alums play another lockout exhibition (PA SportsTicker)

As much fun as these exhibition games are, Chuck Hayes is ready to get back to work in the NBA.
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NBA sides meeting in hopes of ending lockout (AP)

NBA owners and players resumed talks aimed at ending the lockout Wednesday, less than a week after three intense days of mediation didn’t produce a new labor deal. The sides got back to the table with a small group meeting and met for more than six hours. Talks broke down last Thursday when players said [...]

Detroit Pistons Fan’s View: NBA Lockout? Watch YouTube Clips (Yahoo! Contributor Network)

NBA lockout or no NBA lockout, we pro hoops fans have something the last time there was an NBA lockout during 1999. We have YouTube on the internet, which is chock full of basketball clips that aren’t subject to the NBA lockout, some new and some old.
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Jags’ Del Rio latest coach injured on sideline (The Canadian Press)

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The Jacksonville Jaguars are having some fun at coach Jack Del Rio’s expense.
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Rose wants to do away with NBA salary cap (AP)

Chicago Bulls star Derrick Rose has established himself among the elite NBA players in just three seasons. His salary, however, doesn’t come anywhere near the top in the league, let alone his own team. Because of rookie salary scale restrictions, the league’s reigning MVP earns about $5.5 million a season — far less than other [...]

Saints face 2nd straight winless team (PA SportsTicker)

The task for Saints coach Sean Payton this week might be tougher than it was last week.
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Texans’ offensive line sets tone (AP)

The Texans’ offensive line delivered one of its best performances in years to help Houston snap a two-game losing streak and gain control of its fate in the AFC South. Now the offensive front will lead the way in determining just how far this team can go. In four victories, Houston has averaged 176.75 yards [...]

Vikings Robison fined $20K for kicking TJ Lang (PA SportsTicker)

Minnesota Vikings defensive end Brian Robison has been fined $20,000 by the NFL for kicking Packers offensive lineman T.J. Lang in their game Sunday.
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Moreno, Ball may get more action with McGahee hurt (The Canadian Press)

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ENGLEWOOD, Colo. – For all of the debate over Tim Tebow’s development as a passer, the Denver Broncos may just need him to revert to a running quarterback come Sunday.
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Jung Yi of Orange, CA

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With LeSean McCoy and Michael Vick, the Eagles are the No. 1 rushing offense in the NFL and the Cowboys are the No. 1 rushing defense. Can the Cowboys contain them?
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Browns’ Hillis: I’m not going to be a distraction (PA SportsTicker)

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By TOM WITHERS AP Sports Writer
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Rush of Arena League say they’d take Terrell Owens (PA SportsTicker)

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Terrell Owens has at least one contract offer. If he can’t latch on with an NFL team, the Chicago Rush say they’ll take him.
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Bears’ Forte piles up yards (The Canadian Press)

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LAKE FOREST, Ill. – Matt Forte continues to pile up yards and add to his bargaining power.
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Vikings likely to be without Herrera this week (PA SportsTicker)

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Minnesota Vikings cornerback Antoine Winfield will be a full participant in practice Thursday, hoping to test his injured neck and see if he can play in Sunday’s game at Carolina.
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Giants pairing Webster vs. foe’s toughest receiver (PA SportsTicker)

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By TOM CANAVAN AP Sports Writer
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Chiefs sign WR Horne to practice squad (AP)

Wide receiver Jeremy Horne was signed to the Kansas City practice squad on Wednesday, one day after being cut. The 6-2, 193-pound Horne played in six games with the Chiefs after joining the club as a rookie free agent from Massachusetts in 2010.
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Al Harrington tries and fails to eat the best cheeseburger ever made (Yahoo! Sports)

Last weekend Denver forward Al Harrington tried and failed to eat a six-cheese type of burger featuring two pounds worth of ground beef amongst other accoutrements, and this is both a good and bad thing. A good and not entirely … Continue reading →
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Coaches program could clean up summer basketball (AP)

Len Elmore thinks there can be better summer basketball — without adding a single rule to the NCAA’s massive manual. He’s ready to prove it. On Monday, IHoops, the basketball consortium Elmore leads, will reveal a new online coaches’ education program that encourages teaching fundamentals instead of showcasing top players.
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Mayweather not guilty in Vegas harassment case (AP)

A judge has found boxer Floyd Mayweather Jr. not guilty on misdemeanor charges accusing him of threatening two homeowner association security guards outside his Las Vegas home. Las Vegas Justice of the Peace Diana Sullivan said Wednesday that she was not convinced the guards feared for their safety in the October 2010 confrontation over parking [...]

Uncle Mo, ‘Grace’ top record 193 BC pre-entries

A tantalizing matchup in the Breeders’ Cup Classic featuring Havre de Grace, the best filly in the United States, and Uncle Mo, the nation’s most compelling 3-year-old.
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Ben Glicksman: Ray Lewis III has the talent, drive to follow in his father’s footsteps

Few football players evoke more fear than Ray Lewis. Now it’s his son’s turn. Ray III is shooting up recruiting boards, and he’s not afraid of his father’s legacy, says Ben Glicksman.
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Kuo to undergo yet another surgery on Friday

Dodgers reliever Hong-Chih Kuo, an All-Star in 2010 but plagued by anxiety disorder in 2011, will undergo a fifth operation on his left elbow on Friday. It is estimated that he will be able to resume throwing in six to eight weeks.
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Betancourt a high point in Rockies' season

Pressed into service as a closer after Huston Street was injured, Rafael Betancourt finished the season by converting all but one of his nine save chances.
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Astros sign three players to Minor League deals

The Astros on Monday signed right-handed pitchers Alberto Arias and Jose Valdez and left-hander Xavier Cedeno to Minor League contracts. All three were outrighted by the club earlier this month.
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Cingrani tops among Short-Season MiLB.com hurlers

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Epstein likes Sandberg, deflects manager talk

Theo Epstein interviewed Ryne Sandberg to manage the Red Sox's Triple-A team, but the Hall of Fame second baseman instead chose to manage the Phillies' Minor League team. Would Epstein consider hiring Sandberg, 52, to replace Mike Quade as the Cubs' manager?
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Jaguars’ Del Rio latest coach injured on sideline (PA SportsTicker)

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By MARK LONG AP Sports Writer
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Winning on forefront of Ozzie's agenda

Manager Ozzie Guillen will bring passion and energy — and often headlines — to the Marlins, but winning will bring fans back to the ballpark on a consistent basis.
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Portland Sea Dogs owner Burke passes away

Longtime Portland Sea Dogs owner Daniel Burke passed away on Wednesday morning at the age of 82, the Boston Red Sox announced on Wednesday.
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Dodgers assistant GM to interview for O's job

Assistant general manager De Jon Watson, who runs the Dodgers' farm system, will interview Wednesday for the Baltimore Orioles' general manager job.
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Billo tops MiLB.com's Class A Full Season hurlers

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Assistant GM Avila in it for the long-haul

Al Avila hasn't closed the door on a general manager's job. Nor are the Tigers likely to shut out their top assistant and vice president from a GM post if the right opportunity arises. Until and unless that chance pops up, however, Avila and the Tigers are a long-term match.
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Inbox: Will Ubaldo, LaPorta reach expectations?

Will Ubaldo Jimenez and Matt LaPorta, who both came to the Indians with high expectations, ever be worth the price the club paid? Beat reporter Jordan Bastian looks inside his Inbox to answer fans' questions.
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Same cast key to White Sox contending in 2012

Most teams committing a franchise-record $127 million toward payroll, as was done by the White Sox in 2011, would follow up a subpar season with wholesale changes. The truth facing the White Sox, though, is that there really aren't many moves to be made.
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Series’ Game 6 postponed due to rainy forecast

Game 6 of the World Series was postponed Wednesday because of a wet forecast, delaying the Texas Rangers’ bid to clinch their first championship.
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Devin Hester victim of assault at casino (The National Football Post)

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Chicago Bears wide receiver Devin Hester was the victim of an alleged battery Friday night at a casino.
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DeMarco’s road from dumpsters to champion (Yahoo! Sports)

Antonio DeMarco literally ate food out of Tijuana dumpsters to survive. Now he’s a world champion.
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Big East raises exit fee, seeks 12 football teams

As part of a comprehensive realignment plan, the Big East unanimously voted to double its exit fee to $10 million for football members and move forward toward an expansion plan that allows for 12 football-playing members.
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Carson Palmer traded to the Oakland Raiders

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QB Carson Palmer has been traded to the Oakland Raiders from the Cincinnati Bengals for a 2012 first-round draft pick and a conditional 2013 draft pick that could be escalated into a first-round pick. Palmer had threatened retirement after refusing to play for Cincinnati during this 2011 season. The emergence of rookie quarterback Andy Dalton [...]

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