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Dale Jr.: Nothing new, but Patrick good for NASCAR

Dale Earnhardt Jr. says Danica Patrick would be good for NASCAR, but there's nothing new to report on the IndyCar star joining his team. More>>

Yanks' Damon wants to return; will explore options

Johnny Damon soaked it all in as he shared a float with first-timers Nick Swisher and Jerry Hairston Jr. for the New York Yankees' championship parade through the Canyon of Heroes on Friday. The whole scene made him a little... More>>

LeBron: No timetable for free agency decision

LeBron James thinks his present is too good to spend time worrying about his future. More>>

Crowds roar, confetti falls as NYC fetes Yankees Video included

Crowds roared, church bells rang and streams of paper rained down on Broadway as the New York Yankees celebrated their 27th championship Friday in a way only this city can, with a parade up the Canyon of Heroes. More>>

Sports Wrap - Friday, November 6, 2009 (Evening)

Highlights from the day in sports. More>>

SEC fines Meyer $30,000 for criticizing officials

Urban Meyer of Florida became the first coach to be disciplined under the Southeastern Conference's new policy regarding criticizing officials. More>>

New Mexico suspends hair-pulling soccer player

A New Mexico soccer player has become an Internet celebrity for the wrong reasons. More>>

Tiger's late push takes him to share of HSBC lead

The gallery kept growing until it stretched along all 603 yards of the eighth hole at Sheshan International. It took a little longer before Tiger Woods gave them what they came to see Friday in the HSBC Champions. More>>

Ruling on Serena's US Open tirade expected soon

A ruling on Serena Williams' U.S. Open tirade is expected inthe next two weeks. More>>

Beckham's off-field revenue soared after LA move

David Beckham earned nearly 10 million pounds ($16.5 million) from personal sponsorship deals during his first full season with the Los Angeles Galaxy. More>>

Etheridge: After neck injury, walking "a miracle"

Auburn safety Zac Etheridge feels blessed to be able to walk after a serious neck injury and expects to play football again. More>>

Japanese fans celebrate Matsui's MVP performance Video included

Japan nearly came to a standstill as millions watched on TV while Hideki Matsui, the man they know as Godzilla, stomped around New York to lead the Yankees to the World Series title. More>>

Agassi pleads for compassion on '60 Minutes'

Andre Agassi responded to criticism of his crystal meth use with a plea for compassion, telling "60 Minutes" he needed help when he took the drug while depressed in 1997. More>>

Football fans tuning into games in big numbers

It's a big year for football on television - ratings are up for both NFL and college games. More>>

Yankees turn attention to No 28

The sign men were out bright and early at the Yankees minor league complex, sticking vinyl strips with a fresh, white "27" over the "26" that had been up on the board for nine, long years to mark the team's total of World... More>>

Lieberman breaks another basketball gender barrier

The first woman to play pro basketball with guys is also the first hired to coach them. More>>

Queen visits London 2012 Olympic Park site

Queen Elizabeth II visited the Olympic Park on Tuesday to inspect preparations for the 2012 London Games. More>>

Olympic officials tender $1.1 billion in contracts

London Olympic organizers will tender for $1.1 billion worth of goods and services between now and the 2012 Games. More>>

Giants ace Lincecum cited for marijuana possession

San Francisco Giants pitcher Tim Lincecum is facing misdemeanor marijuana charges following a traffic stop in his home state. Washington State Patrol spokesman Steve Schatzel said Thursday that the 2008 Cy Young Award winner... More>>

AP source: Colts CB Jackson out for season

A person with knowledge of the injury says Indianapolis Colts cornerback Marlin Jackson will miss the rest of the season after tearing the ACL in his left knee. More>>

NOW calls for Raiders coach Cable to be suspended

The National Organization for Women called on the Oakland Raiders to suspend coach Tom Cable while the team investigates allegations he has a history of violent behavior toward women. More>>

Jury convicts man in Jaguars player shooting

A jury convicted an ex-con Thursday of attempted first-degree murder in the shooting of former Jacksonville Jaguars offensive lineman Richard Collier in 2008. More>>

US Open quarterfinalist Oudin back in spotlight

Melanie Oudin has the bright lights on her again. More>>

NYC to host ticker-tape parade for Yankees Video included

New York City will host a ticker-tape parade and ceremony in honor of the World Series champion New York Yankees. More>>

Dodgers' Padilla shot by instructor in Nicaragua

Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Vicente Padilla is recovering from a bullet wound in his leg after a target shooting instructor accidentally shot him. More>>

Matsui, Pettitte lead Yankees to Game 6 win, 27th title

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NEW YORK (AP) - Paint the town in pinstripes! Nearly a decade after their dynasty ended on a blooper in the desert, the New York Yankees are baseball's best again. Hideki Matsui tied a World Series record More>>

2009 posteason: Rise of Yankees, fall of umpires Video included

In case you missed it, here's a recap of what happened in October - and November - in baseball's postseason: More>>

Ex-NBA referee Donaghy released from jail

Disgraced former NBA referee Tim Donaghy was a free man Wednesday after serving most of a 15-month sentence in a gambling scandal. More>>

Padres outright Edgar Gonzalez to Triple-A

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The San Diego Padres have outrighted utilityman Edgar Gonzalez to Triple-A Portland, moving him off the 40-man roster. More>>

LT: Rivers-Manning showdown worth watching

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When Eli Manning and Philip Rivers play at Giants Stadium on Sunday, it'll be the first matchup between the two quarterbacks who were swapped for each other during the first round of the 2004 draft. More>>

Chargers sign LB Holt to active roster

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The San Diego Chargers have signed rookie linebacker James Holt from the practice squad to fill the roster spot created when wide receiver Chris Chambers was released. More>>

Serena beats Venus in WTA championships final

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Serena Williams bested big sister Venus again Sunday, winning 6-2, 7-6 (4) in the season-ending Sony Ericsson Championships final. More>>

Sports Wrap – Saturday, October 31, 2009

Highlights from the day in sports. More>>

Economy may affect NBA team rosters

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The still-scuffling U.S. economy may keep some NBA teams from starting the season with a full, 15-player roster, according to a survey of all 30 franchises by The Associated Press. More>>

Trustee: NY Mets turn loss to a win with Madoff Video included

The trustee overseeing jailed financier Bernard Madoff's assets has labeled the New York Mets winners in the epic fraud. He says the baseball team made nearly $48 million in the Ponzi scheme. More>>

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LT: Rivers-Manning showdown worth watching

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When Eli Manning and Philip Rivers play at Giants Stadium on Sunday, it'll be the first matchup between the two quarterbacks who were swapped for each other during the first round of the 2004 draft. More>>

Chargers sign LB Holt to active roster

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The San Diego Chargers have signed rookie linebacker James Holt from the practice squad to fill the roster spot created when wide receiver Chris Chambers was released. More>>

Rivers gets first shot against Eli, Giants

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Philip Rivers calls it "one of those little sidebars." More>>

Chargers release WR Chris Chambers

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The San Diego Chargers have released wide receiver Chris Chambers a day after he had a key catch in a 24-16 win over the Oakland Raiders. More>>

LT scores twice, Bolts get lucky 13th vs. Raiders

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Some things never change in San Diego, such as the great weather and LaDainian Tomlinson and the San Diego Chargers beating the hapless Oakland Raiders. More>>

TV blackout lifted for Raiders-Chargers game

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The San Diego Chargers say enough tickets have been sold to lift the local television blackout of their game Sunday against AFC West rival Oakland. More>>

Chargers healthy heading into Raiders game

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The Chargers should be as healthy as they've been all season when they host the AFC West rival Oakland Raiders on Sunday. More>>

Chargers' Hardwick returns to practice

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San Diego Chargers center Nick Hardwick returned to the practice field for the first time since injuring his left ankle in the season opener. More>>

Chargers hoping Tomlinson back to form

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Historically, LaDanian Tomlinson has had his way with the Oakland defense. The Bolts are hoping for more of the same this Sunday. More>>

Chargers improve to 3-3 with 37-7 win over Kansas City Chiefs

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Philip Rivers threw three touchdowns passes and LaDainian Tomlinson rushed for 71 yards to help the San Diego Chargers trounce the hapless Kansas City Chiefs 37-7 on Sunday. More>>

Padres More>>

Padres outright Edgar Gonzalez to Triple-A

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The San Diego Padres have outrighted utilityman Edgar Gonzalez to Triple-A Portland, moving him off the 40-man roster. More>>

Padres' new GM Jed Hoyer committed to building winning team

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Jed Hoyer, the assistant general manager for the Boston Red Sox, was named as the San Diego Padres new general manager Monday. More>>

Padres to name Jed Hoyer new general manager Monday

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The Associated Press is reporting that the San Diego Padres have hired Jed Hoyer as their new general manager. More>>

Padres' coaching staff returns intact

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Randy Ready, who remains a candidate to become manager of the Houston Astros, is one of six coaches agreeing to contracts to return to the San Diego Padres' staff. More>>

Source: Padres interview Kim Ng for GM job

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Kim Ng interviewed for the San Diego Padres' vacant general manager's job on Saturday, giving her another chance to become the first female GM in major league history. More>>

Padres outright 4 to Triple-A Portland

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The Padres have outrighted right-hander Josh Geer, outfielder Drew Macias, infielder Luis Rodriguez and catcher Eliezer Alfonzo to Triple-A Portland. More>>

Former Padre Giles arrested for domestic battery

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Former Padres second baseman Marcus Giles is facing a domestic battery charge after El Cajon police say he attacked his wife at their El Cajon home. More>>

A's squash speculation about Forst and San Diego

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The Oakland A's have squashed speculation that assistant general manager David Forst is in the mix to become the next general manager of the San Diego Padres. More>>

Hall of Fame comes calling for Kouzmanoff's glove

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Kevin Kouzmanoff of the San Diego Padres is willing to accommodate the Hall of Fame, to a point. More>>

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