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Colorado finds sanctuary at Wrigley Field after Tulowitzki trade
LeMahieu helps Rockies beat Cubs
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NASCAR blew it on Indy rules package
The cars NASCAR Sprint Cup drivers, including Carl Edwards (19) and Joey Logano (22), used at Indianapolis left a lot to be desired. NASCAR’s constant experimentation with its cars hit…
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Landon Donovan stays connected to the game of soccer
Former U.S. star staying connected to game he loves
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CONCACAF known for corruption as much as soccer
Panama’s suspicions during Gold Cup shed light on issue
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Rockies trade star shortstop Troy Tulowitzki to Blue Jays
Colorado gets Jose Reyes, two minor leaguers
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Colorado Rockies see a power surge in 17-7 win against Cincinnati Reds
Rockies hit 5 homers, slug way to 17-7 win over Reds
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Kyle Busch continues comeback with third win in a row
Busch wins his third race in a row
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Chris Froome wins second Tour de France title
Froome wins race for second time in career
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Cueto, Frazier lead Reds over Rockies
Colorado Rockies’ Chris Rusin reacts after striking out against Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Johnny Cueto in the third inning Saturday in Denver.David Zalubowski/Associated Press DENVER – Johnny Cueto shrugged off…
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Phillies’ Hamels pitches 1st no-hitter vs. Cubs in 50 years
Philadelphia Phillies’ starting pitcher Cole Hamels (35) is hugged by Phillies’ catcher Carlos Ruiz, left, and first baseman Ryan Howard after he pitched a no-hitter Saturday against the Chicago Cubs…
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Panama beats U.S. 3-2 on penalty kicks for third at Gold Cup
Although just for third place in the Gold Cup, action was heated between the United States and Panama on Saturday.Matt Rourke/Associated Press Panama won the shootout 3-2 after extra time…
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More for Moore: Lynx star leads West win
The West’s Maya Moore of the Minnesota Lynx, the WNBA’s reigning Most Valuable Player, was at it again Saturday in the WNBA All-Star Game in Uncasville, Conn.Jessica Hill/Associated Press The…
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U.S. to open qualifying in group with Trinidad
Given a bye in the first three rounds along with the other powers of the North and Central American and Caribbean region, the United States was drawn into Group C…
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FIFA, Blatter get back to World Cup business
FIFA President Sepp Blatter, left, and Russian President Vladimir Putin open the preliminary draw Saturday for the 2018 soccer World Cup in Konstantin Palace in St. Petersburg, Russia.Ivan Sekretarev/Associated Press…
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Froome all but locks up title
On a course lined with frenzied fans, Britain’s Chris Froome, wearing the overall leader’s yellow jersey, climbs towards Alpe d’Huez – and the Tour de France title – during Stage…
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Catchings has tough act to follow in finale – herself
The WNBA All-Star Game has become an annual event for Tamika Catchings. But after announcing that this will be her last season, she’ll be playing in the final All-Star Game…
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Disappointed U.S. faces Panama in Gold Cup 3rd-place game
U.S. captain and midfielder Michael Bradley, right, insists that pride and competitiveness will keep the U.S. motivated for Saturday’s third-place game in the CONCACAF Gold Cup.Nick Wass/Associated Press Asked what…
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Broncos DE Derek Wolfe suspended 4 games
Denver Broncos defensive end Derek Wolfe couldn’t wait to get on the field this season, but now he’ll have to – he was suspended for the first month of the…
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Fireworks in Tour de France
The Tour de France finally heated up during Stage 19, with Britain’s Chris Froome, wearing the overall leader’s yellow jersey, and stage winner Vincenzo Nibali, second from right, battling during…
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Gonzalez smacks 2 homers, Rockies beat Reds 6-5
Colorado’s Ben Paulsen is congratulated by teammates after scoring on a Nick Hundley triple Friday night against the Cincinnati Reds in Denver.Jack Dempsey/Associated Press Joey Votto homered in the top…
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Big Unit finds new focus after Hall of Fame career
Former Major League Baseball pitcher Randy Johnson has delved into his new career with the same passion he displayed with his former job, here working the Dallas Cowboys-Arizona Cardinals game…
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Nuggets banking on big boost from Emmanuel Mudiay
Although only 19, expectations will be high for Denver rookie Emmanuel Mudiay this season.Ronda Churchill/Associated Press No pressure there, Emmanuel Mudiay. Ready or not, the spot is all his after…
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Women’s soccer enjoying World Cup bump
A celebration of women’s soccer has been evident in Portland, Ore. – and here between Seattle Reign midfielder Jess Fishlock, left, and teammate Lauren Barnes at the end of a…
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Froome, Froome: Brit speeding toward 2nd title
For Britain’s Chris Froome (in the yellow overall leader’s jersey), two more solid days in the Alps and the Tour de France title will be his.Christophe Ena/Associated Press Curiously, there…
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After stunning Gold Cup loss, U.S. looks for positive spin
Jurgen Klinsmann strolled into the room in the basement of the Georgia Dome, not looking overly concerned about the biggest upset loss in U.S. men’s soccer history. Sure, the coach…
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Jamaica stuns U.S. 2-1 in Gold Cup semifinals
Jamaica stuns U.S. 2-1 in the semifinals
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Tour de France at a glance
Britain’s Chris Froome, wearing the overall leader’s yellow jersey, is followed by Spain’s Alberto Losada, Italy’s Vincenzo Nibali and Spain’s Alejandro Valverde as they speed down hill during Stage 17.Christophe…
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American Tejay van Garderen abandons Tour de France during Stage 17
Froome stays safe, Geschke wins Stage 17 in the Alps