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Phillies Romero suspended for substance use Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 11:38AMNEW YORK - Phillies reliever J.C. Romero and Yankees minor league pitcher Sergio Mitre were suspended for the first 50 games of next season after testing positive for a banned substance.
Year in Review: Historic victories, painful defeats Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 11:38AMA look back at some of the most notable sporting events of 2008. Advertisement: NIELSEN REMODELING Free Estimates Contact Nielsen Remodeling at 651-458-5398 to arrange for a free estimate!
Mitre receives 50-game suspension Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 11:35AMPhillies left-hander J.C. Romero tested positive for use of an over-the-counter supplement and has been suspended for the first 50 games of the 2009 season, Major League Baseball announced on Tuesday.
Phillies’ Romero, Yankees’ Mitre Suspended 50 Games for Drugs Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 11:35AMJan. 6 (Bloomberg) -- Philadelphia Phillies pitcher J.C. Romero and New York Yankees pitcher Sergio Mitre were suspended for 50 games each after testing positive for performance- enhancing drugs.
Omaha Lands New Baseball Team For Downtown Stadium Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 11:30AMA new baseball team will likely be in place by 2011.
World Series pitcher Romero given 50 game ban Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 11:30AMPhiladelphia Phillies relief pitcher JC Romero has been suspended for 50 games after testing positive for a banned performance-enhancing substance
John Marshall grad is now an author Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 11:20AMDan Sedor, formerly of Rochester, has turned his vast experience and knowledge of coaching youth sports into a book with the recently published "MODEL Coach." Sedor is a 1980 John Marshall graduate who played football, basketball and baseball for the Rock
World Series winner gets long ban Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 11:18AMPhiladelphia pitcher JC Romero is suspended for 50 games after testing positive for a banned performance-enhancing substance.
Romero to be suspended for 50 games Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 12:19AMRomero to get 50-game suspension
Minnesota Twins owner Carl Pohlad dies at 93 Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 12:17AMMINNEAPOLIS — Carl Pohlad, a billionaire banker whose Minnesota Twins won two World Series titles during nearly his nearly quarter-century as owner, died Monday. He was 93.
Twins owner dies at 93 Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 12:15AMMINNEAPOLIS - Carl Pohlad, a billionaire banker whose Minnesota Twins won two World Series titles during nearly his nearly quarter-century as owner, died Monday. He was 93. Advertisement: Area Lakes Electric Call now for your free estimate Call Area Lakes Electric today for a free estimate for any commercial or residential project. Tom Rath 320-295-2267 and Steve Larson 320-212-1103
Rays spring tickets go on sale Tuesday, January 6, 2009 @ 12:14AMComing off their surprising run to the World Series last fall, the Tampa Bay Rays will get an indication of how much interest their feel-good season...
Local sports briefs Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 8:07AMPublished: Sunday, January 4, 2009 at 7:49 a.m. Last Modified: Sunday, January 4, 2009 at 7:59 a.m. AUBURNDALE - Auburndale Little League will be having signups every Thursday and Saturday from Saturday to Feb. 7 at the Spivey Complex.
Local Calendar Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 7:46AM BASEBALL/SOFTBALL : The CT Bombers 18U Travel Softball team is looking for players for the 2009 summer season. For more information, contact Eric Riemann (774-7876) or
NEWPORT-MESA SPORTS STORIES TO LOOK FOR IN 2009:Sea Kings set to be in spotlight Sunday, January 4, 2009 @ 7:17AMIt’s safe to say the stories in 2009 won’t top the drama that came from 2008 in the Newport-Mesa area.
Frame Park baseball appeal postponed Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 9:55AMWAUKESHA - Those opposed to a baseball promoter’s plan to start a new Northwoods League team at Frame Park were hoping to give one more pitch to stop the project at Monday’s meeting of the board of zoning appeals.
Red Wings return indoors to battle Wild Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 9:54AMRed Wings return indoors to battle Wild
Piece of local baseball history for sale Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 9:43AMThe former home of local baseball legend and Hall of Famer Willie Wells has been put on the market for $325,000.
Source: Proctor to join Marlins Saturday, January 3, 2009 @ 9:39AMMIAMI — Former Yankees and Dodgers right-hander Scott Proctor has reached an agreement with the Florida Marlins on a $750,000, one-year contract with an additional $250,000 in incentives, a person familiar with the negotiations confirmed Friday.
Long Hill announces signup dates Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 6:19AMLONG HILL TWP. — The Long Hill Township Baseball and Softball Association will hold registration for the 2009 season 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturdays Jan. 10 and 24, at the Central Middle School, 90 Central Ave., in Stirling.
Calm hands carried Irish Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 6:12AMAll DePaul seemingly needed was one dubious decision with the basketball by the better team, one quick shot or ineffective possession and what was a one-sided game could get interesting.
COMMUNITY SPORTS Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 6:12AMSeeking Officials — The Central Valley Baseball Officials Association of Tulare County is seeking men and women to join the association. We are looking for individuals who can commit for the next five months of high school baseball. Previous umpire experience preferred but not mandatory.
Chelios skates in very familiar territory Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 6:07AMCHICAGO — Ty Conklin has played in 128 regular-season NHL games. For three of those, he has been the starting goalie in outdoor games — the only three such games in NHL history.
Wings, Hawks get moment in the sun Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 6:07AMCHICAGO — Mikael Samuelsson’s eyes lit up like the mid-day sun. A scorer’s dream was the topic of conversation ... shooting on an NHL goalie who has sunshine in his eyes and a glare bouncing up off the ice.
Sports year in review: 2008 Friday, January 2, 2009 @ 6:02AMBig names, great games make 2008 year to remember
Emerald Bowl a treat for LC’s Ross Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 6:03PMSAN FRANCISCO – From the outside, San Francisco’s majestic AT&T Park is unchanged. Once inside, home plate is removed and the left-field bleachers serve as the backdrop to the end zone.
Game Notes: Dec. 31, 2008 Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 6:01PMArizona begins the 18-game Pac-10 slate of games this Friday evening by hosting #13/9-ranked California at 7 p.m.
Updated 12/31: Calendar Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 5:58PM"West Side Story" will be shown at 1 p.m. Jan. 9 at La Grange Public Library, 10 W. Cossitt Ave. This film features Natalie Wood, Richard Beymer, Russ Tamblyn, Rita Moreno and George Chakiris.
SPORTS SHORTS Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 5:35PMBay Area baseball sign-up Bay Area Texas Baseball will hold its spring registration for youth baseball and T-ball for players ages 4-18.
UPDATE 1-Baseball-Indians sign infielder DeRosa from Cubs Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 5:35PMThe Cleveland Indians have acquired infielder Mark DeRosa from the Chicago Cubs, Cleveland said on Wednesday.
SPORTS SHORTS Wednesday, December 31, 2008 @ 5:34PMNASA Area Little League registration NASA Area Little League will hold final registration for Spring 2009 season on Jan. 10 at its facility on the corner of Diana and Ramada.
Breaking news: Shed burns at Old Forge little league field Tuesday, December 30, 2008 @ 7:33AMOLD FORGE -- Firefighters and police were dispatched early this morning to a structure fire at a little league baseball field.
Winter Classic has Fergie Jenkins excited Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 10:38PMMany Cubs games have been played in April when cold and even snow rendered conditions quite challenging. To that extent, Cubs Hall of Famers Fergie Jenkins, Ryne Sandberg and Billy Williams should feel right at home as invitees to the Winter Classic. Icing: Hawks in Detroit, ready for Wings Matchup
Starting times Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 10:28PMAny area group sponsoring a recreational sports activity the public can participate in is invited to send information to The Kansas City Star Sports Department for Starting Times, published every Tuesday. Write to Jennifer Davis, The Kansas City Star Sports Department, 1729 Grand Blvd., Kansas City, Mo. 64108, fax (816) 234-4360 or jdavis@kcstar.com.
THE ENTERPRISE 2008 ALL-SCHOLASTIC FOOTBALL OFFENSE TEAM Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 10:12PM
50 years ago this week Monday, December 29, 2008 @ 9:23AMHave you ever wondered what stories made headlines in Jacksonville 50 years ago? It may have been a different era of history, culture and politics, but there are often parallels between the kind of stories that made the news in 1958 and today.
Passings: Newman, Hillary Among 2008 Losses Saturday, December 27, 2008 @ 3:05PMWhether they were stars of the stage or screen, world leaders or hometown heroes, those who died in 2008 left an indelible mark on our lives.
Giants, pitcher Randy Johnson agree to 1-year deal Saturday, December 27, 2008 @ 3:04PMSAN FRANCISCO — The Big Unit is heading home to the Bay Area. Randy Johnson and the San Francisco Giants agreed to an $8 million, one-year contract Friday, meaning the 45-year-old pitcher will go for his 300th win with a new team.
All-Metro Football Saturday, December 27, 2008 @ 3:04PMFind news, analysis, scores & stats on high school, college and professional sports, including football, basketball, baseball, golf, soccer, track and field, softball, cross country, wrestling, swimming, tennis and outdoors.
Frigid Confines of Wrigley Field Saturday, December 27, 2008 @ 2:48PMHaving grown up in Thunder Bay, Ontario, Chicago Blackhawks forward Patrick Sharp knows all about playing hockey outside.
Big Unit to chase 300th career victory in Giants uniform Saturday, December 27, 2008 @ 2:22PMRandy Johnson and the San Francisco Giants agreed to a one-year, $8 million contract Friday, meaning the 45-year-old pitcher will go for his 300th win with a new team.
To the Great Wall and Back Saturday, December 27, 2008 @ 2:18PMAny year that includes China can only be good for postcards from exotic places.
Randy Johnson Signs Deal With Giants Saturday, December 27, 2008 @ 2:13PMThe San Francisco Giants sign five-time Cy Young Award winner Randy Johnson to a one-year deal.
Remembering Upshaw, Haskins, McKay Friday, December 26, 2008 @ 2:36PMOne is remembered not so much for crushing blocks — although he made it to the Hall of Fame with plenty of those — than for the dense, exacting language of contracts that would leave NFL players richer than they ever hoped.
National Cowboy Museum to honor pitcher Nolan Ryan Friday, December 26, 2008 @ 2:32PMKLAHOMA CITY, OK — When it comes to major league baseball, the sports world knows all the stats on famed pitcher Nolan Ryan. What they may not know is his experience and passion for the Beefmaster cattle industry. Ryan will be honored with the Chester A. Reynolds Memorial Award during the annual Western Heritage Awards at the National Cowboy and Western Heritage Museum® in Oklahoma City, April ...
NY Times seeking to sell Boston Red Sox stake: reports Friday, December 26, 2008 @ 2:29PMFans leave Fenway Park in Boston in September 2008. The New York Times Co., strapped for cash and facing shrinking revenue, is reportedly seeking to sell its stake in the Boston Red Sox baseball team.
Former MVP Sosa waiting for offers: report Friday, December 26, 2008 @ 2:26PMFormer MVP Sammy Sosa has not ruled out a return to Major League Baseball next season, according to a report in the Dominican newspaper Listin Diario.
Family, faith and football Friday, December 26, 2008 @ 2:16PMEditor’s note: Today we continue our 10-part series profiling some of the people who made a difference in 2008.
NY Times seeking to sell Boston Red Sox stake: reports Friday, December 26, 2008 @ 2:12PMThe New York Times Co., strapped for cash and facing shrinking revenue, is reportedly seeking to sell its stake in the Boston Red Sox baseball team.