Hall of Fame quartet reflects on new class
Ozzie Smith, who serves as the Hall of Fame's education ambassador, teamed with all-time greats Johnny Bench, Mike Schmidt and Bert Blyleven to form an impressive coaching staff Friday at…Read more
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Sources: Longhorns kick four more off team
Texas football coach Charlie Strong has kicked at least six players off the team, in addition to suspending the two Longhorns players Thursday after they were arrested for sexual assault. Read more
Melo: It was ‘always Chicago or New York’
Carmelo Anthony said it was not the money, but instead his confidence in Phil Jackson and his belief that the Knicks "aren't that far away from contending for an NBA…Read more
Steelers holding off on new Big Ben contract
The Pittsburgh Steelers have informed quarterback Ben Roethlisberger that they will not sign him to a long-term contract until after the 2014 season. Read more
Walker, first Australian drafted, signs with Capitals
Nathan Walker, the first Australian player drafted by an NHL team, signed a three-year, entry-level contract with the Washington Capitals, the team said Friday. No financial terms were disclosed. Walker,…Read more
MLB Notebook: Ross enjoying elite July
Right-hander Tyson Ross is following in the footsteps of former Padre Jake Peavy, who went on a similar run that earned him Pitcher of the Month honors. Read more
Ferraro signs one-year contract with Red Wings
Forward Landon Ferraro signed a one-year contract with the Detroit Red Wings, the team announced Friday. Financial terms were not released, but Helene St. James of the Detroit Free Press…Read more
Source: Johnson reports to Texans camp
Houston Texans wide receiver Andre Johnson reported to the team Friday morning and was present at the training facility, a league source told ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter. Read more
Nadel once thought his future was calling hockey
Calling hockey games turned out to be just one stop for Eric Nadel on the long road from Brooklyn to Cooperstown, N.Y., and baseball's version of immortality as he prepares…Read more
Batting around: Which contenders will make a deal?
MLB.com's columnists turn their attention to the league at large and the outlook for several contenders as the Trade Deadline draws closer. Read more