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SportsGolfers Ready for British Open's WindGolfers Ready for British Open's WindThe Associated PressGolfers Justin Rose, Adam Scott and Steve Stricker look ahead to the start of the British Open, a tournament that is often played in windy conditions. (July 16)This video contains ONLY natural sound. No script is available. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: sportsbrief golfers ready british open's wind Added: July 16, 2008 ]]> Wed, 16 Jul 2008 22:43:46 -0400 Golfers Ready for British Open's Wind 10525332 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/baseball-wrap-hardens-debut-a-rods-homer/10525332/
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SportsBaseball Wrap: Harden's Debut, 'A-Rod's HomerBaseball Wrap: Harden's Debut, 'A-Rod's HomerThe Associated PressRich Harden strikes out ten in his Cubs debut; Mets pitchers combine for a one-hitter against the Rockies; Alex Rodriguez hits career home run number 537; Randy Johnson wins his 290th game. (July 12)Quite a debut in a Cubs uniform for pitcher Rich Harden.The right-hander struck out 10 San Francisco Giants, and left to a standing ovation at Wrigley Field in Chicago.The Cubs were up by 7 runs at the time.However, the Chicago bullpen gave up a pair of runs in the 8th inning, and 5 more in the 9th.Reed Johnson saved the Cubbies with a game-winning single in the 11th inning, for an 8-7 victory.-----------------------------------------------------------------------Pedro Martinez and the Mets bullpen combined for a one-hitter, in a 3-0 win over Colorado.But the former Cy Young winner left the game with shoulder soreness in the 4th inning.SOT: Pedro MartinezWith the win, the Mets have won eight straight games for the first time in more than two years.---------------------------------------------------------------------------------Two of the Yankees all-stars hit milestone home runs in a 9-4 win in Toronto.Derek Jeter connected for career homer number 200.And Alex Rodriguez belted his 537th home run, passing Yankee Hall of Famer Mickey Mantle for 13th on the all-time list.SOT: Alex Rodriguez--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Diamondbacks pitcher Randy Johnson doubled in two runs in an 8-run 4th, as Arizona bested the Phillies 10-4.But the 'Big Unit' left the game as he warmed up for the 7th inning.His left calf started to cramp, as he ran out that double.Still, the 44-year old Johnson was able to record the 290th victory in his long career. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: sportsbrief baseball wrap: harden's debut 'a-rod's homer Added: July 12, 2008 ]]> Sat, 12 Jul 2008 23:07:55 -0400 Baseball Wrap: Harden's Debut, 'A-Rod's Homer 10509713 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/fans-become-baseball-stars-for-a-day/10509713/
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SportsFans Become Baseball Stars for a DayFans Become Baseball Stars for a DayThe Associated PressFans can step into the cleats of their big league heroes and see what it's like to be a major league baseball player at the MLB Fan Fest being held at the Jacob Javits Center in New York, host city of this year's All-Star Game. (July 11)This video contains ONLY natural sound. No script is available. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: sportsbrief fans become baseball stars day Added: July 11, 2008 ]]> Fri, 11 Jul 2008 22:37:51 -0400 Fans Become Baseball Stars for a Day 10508198 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/fans-become-baseball-stars-for-a-day/10508198/
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SportsFans Become Baseball Stars for a DayFans Become Baseball Stars for a DayThe Associated PressFans can step into the cleats of their big league heroes and see what it's like to be a major league baseball player at the MLB Fan Fest being held at the Jacob Javits Center in New York, host of this year's All-Star Game. (July 11)This video contains ONLY natural sound. No script is available. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: sportsbrief fans become baseball stars day Added: July 11, 2008 ]]> Fri, 11 Jul 2008 20:49:43 -0400 Fans Become Baseball Stars for a Day 10490185 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/baseball-to-use-instant-replay-this-season/10490185/
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SportsBaseball to Use Instant Replay This SeasonBaseball to Use Instant Replay This SeasonThe Associated PressThe AP's Ben Walker reports that Major League Baseball will begin using instant replay this season, likely by mid-August. Replay will only be used for disputed home run calls, not plays at home plate or balls and strikes. (July 10)This video contains ONLY natural sound. No script is available. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: sportsbrief baseball instant replay season Added: July 10, 2008 ]]> Thu, 10 Jul 2008 22:19:51 -0400 Baseball to Use Instant Replay This Season 10467542 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/the-rapid-rise-of-the-tampa-bay-rays/10467542/
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SportsThe Rapid Rise of the Tampa Bay RaysThe Rapid Rise of the Tampa Bay RaysThe Associated PressThe AP's Ben Walker reports on the surging Tampa Bay Rays, who lead the A.L East. The Rays have never won more than 70 games in a season in their history, but should easily eclipse that mark this year. (July 9)This video contains ONLY natural sound. No script is available. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: sportsbrief rapid rise tampa bay rays Added: July 9, 2008 ]]> Wed, 09 Jul 2008 22:19:49 -0400 The Rapid Rise of the Tampa Bay Rays 10434854 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/sports-monday-rays-romp-and-more/10434854/
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SportsSports Monday: Rays Romp, and MoreSports Monday: Rays Romp, and MoreThe Associated PressRafael Nadal beats Roger Federer in five sets to win Wimbledon; Indians close to dealing C.C. Sabathia; Rays win seventh straight, own best record in baseball; Dara Torres sets another American swim record; All-star game rosters announced. (July 7)This is AP Sports Monday.Rafael Nadal beat Roger Federer in an epic 5-set match Sunday to win the Wimbledon singles title.Nadal won the first two sets, but Federer took the next two, both in tiebreaks.But Rafa outlasted Federer 9-7 in the 5th set to win the match.SOT: Roger Federer-----------------------------A source told The Associated Press that the Brewers were extremely close Sunday night to trading for Indians ace C.C. Sabathia.The big lefty was 19-7 with a 3.21 ERA to win the AL Cy Young award last season.---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Evan Longoria hit a two-run homer during a four-run third as Tampa Bay clobbered Kansas City 9-2. It's the Rays' seventh straight win. Tampa Bay has the best record in the bigs at 55-and-32 and has won 11 of their last 12.----------------------------------------------------------All-Star game rosters were announced Sunday.A record seven Chicago Cubs are joined by seven players from the Boston Red Sox.Tampa Bay has the best record in baseball but didn't have a single player elected to start.---------------------------------------------------------------Anthony Kim won the AT&T National by two shots over Sweden's Fredrik Jacobson (YAH'-kuhb-suhn). It's thesecond win in five starts for Kim, who finished with a 5-under 65.-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Seon Hwa (Sun-Hwah) Lee birdied the final hole for a one-stroke victory over Jane Park and Meena Lee in the LPGA Tour's NW Arkansas Championship. She closed with a 4-under 68 to finish at 15-under.--------------------------------------------------------------------41-year old Dara Torres set another American record at the U.S. Olympic swimming trials.Torres won the 50-meter freestyle in 24.25 seconds, breaking the mark of 24.38 she set Saturday night in the semifinals.----------------------------------------------Norway's Thor Hushovd (HUHSH'-awfd) won Sunday's second stage of the Tour de France, leading a group sprint to the finish.Spain's Alejandro Valverde (al-uh-HAN'-droh val-VEHR'-day) finished back in the trailing pack but keeps the yellow jersey as the overall leader. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: sportsbrief sports monday: rays romp Added: July 6, 2008 ]]> Mon, 07 Jul 2008 01:43:38 -0400 Sports Monday: Rays Romp, and More 10414949 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/sports-thursday-rays-sweep-sox-and-more/10414949/
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SportsSports Thursday: Rays Sweep Sox, and MoreSports Thursday: Rays Sweep Sox, and MoreThe Associated PressTampa Bay sweeps Boston to widen its AL East lead over the Red Sox; Angels righty Joe Saunders becomes AL's first 12-game winner; Sonics reach deal with city of Seattle; Penguins re-sign Malkin, but lose Hossa to Red Wings. (July 3)This is AP Sports Thursday.The Rays completed a 3-game sweep of Boston Wednesday night.Evan Longoria doubled in two runs as Tampa scored 6 times in the 7th inning to beat the Red Sox 7-6.The Rays now lead the AL East by 3-and-a-half games over Boston.-----------------------------------------------Angels pitcher Joe Saunders became the American League's first 12-game winner of the season, in Wednesday's 7-4 win over the As.With that, the AL West leading-Angels opened up a 5-and-a-half game lead over Oakland.Juan Rivera belted a 2-run homer and had 5 RBIs in the victory.----------------------------------------------The SuperSonics will move to Oklahoma City for the 2008-09 season as part of a settlement with the city of Seattle.This ends a contentious relationship that resulted in a trial in which the judge was due to issue her ruling Wednesday. Sonics owner Clay Bennett and the Professional Basketball Club LLC will pay up to $75 million to the city in return for the immediate termination of the KeyArena lease between the team and the city of Seattle.Seattle's Mayor said Wednesday the city still hopes that an NBA team will once again call Seattle home.SOT: Seattle Mayor Greg Nickles----------------------------------------------------------------------------The Pittsburgh Penguins re-signed one star player, but lose another to free agency.Evgeni Malkin will be stay with the Penguins after agreeing to a five-year extension.That keeps him under contract until the 2013-14 season. But Marian Hossa is leaving, signing a one-year deal with the Red Wings.Detroit beat Pittsburgh to win the Stanley Cup.----------------------------------------------------------At Wimbledon, men's top seed Roger Federer advances with a straight-sets win over Mario Ancic (an-chich)Federer will meet Marat Safin in the semifinals.Federer is bidding to win his 6th straight Wimbledon title.SOT: Roger Federer Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: sportsbrief sports thursday: rays sweep sox Added: July 2, 2008 ]]> Thu, 03 Jul 2008 01:37:49 -0400 Sports Thursday: Rays Sweep Sox, and More 10411026 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/u-s-olympic-basketball-team-built-to-win/10411026/
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SportsU.S. Olympic Basketball Team Built to WinU.S. Olympic Basketball Team Built to WinThe Associated PressThe AP's Brian Mahoney reports on the U.S. Olympic basketball team. Many team members have played international games together for three years. (July 2)This video contains ONLY natural sound. No script is available. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: sportsbrief u.s. olympic basketball team built win Added: July 2, 2008 ]]> Wed, 02 Jul 2008 21:31:49 -0400 U.S. Olympic Basketball Team Built to Win 10290778 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/sports-friday-rose-blooms-and-more/10290778/
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SportsSports Friday: Rose Blooms, and MoreSports Friday: Rose Blooms, and MoreThe Associated PressMemphis point guard Derrick Rose was the first choice in Thursday's NBA draft; Sharapova, Roddick ousted at Wimbledon; Rays Matt Garza throws complete game one-hitter. (June 27)This is AP Sports Friday.The Chicago Bulls took Memphis point guard Derrick Rose with the number one overall pick in Thursday's NBA draft.Rose led the Tigers to the national championship game in his only college season.With the number two selection, the Miami Heat chose Kansas State forward Michael Beasley.USC's O.J. Mayo was taken third by Minnesota.It's the first time in draft history, that the first 3 picks were college freshmen.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------An NBA trade Thursday saw the New Jersey Nets sending Richard Jefferson to the Milwaukee Bucks for forwards Yi Jianlian (jee-EHN' lee-EHN'') and Bobby Simmons. Jefferson averaged 22.6 points last year and is NJ's second all-time leading point-getter.In a proposed deal Thursday night,the Indiana Pacers send their first-round draft pick, Jerryd Bayless, to the Portland TrailBlazers for number 13 pick Brandon Rush, Jarrett Jack and Josh McRoberts.-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------A shocker at Wimbledon as former champion Maria Sharapova was ousted by the 154th ranked player in the world.The number three seed upset by fellow Russian Alla Kudryavtseva (koo-dray-EHT'-soh-vah) 6-2, 6-4 in second-round action. SOT: Maria SharapovaNumber-6 seed Andy Roddick also was upset, ousted by the 40th-ranked player in the world, Janko Tipsarevic ((YAHN'-koh tihp-SEHR'-oh-vihch) of Serbia.Among the winners, Rafal Nadal and defending champ Venus Williams.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Matt Garza threw a complete-game one-hitter, as the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Marlins 6-1 Thursday.Garza struck out 10 in the victory.With that, the Rays are 16 games over .500, a franchise high. And they're just a half-game behind front-running Boston in the AL East.The only Florida hit on the day, Hanley Ramirez who belted a towering home run over the left-field scoreboard, his 17th of the season.-----------------------Oakland's Rich Harden was almost as good as Garza. The A's right-hander only gave up 2 hits over 8 innings, striking out a career-high 11 in a 5-0 win over Philadelphia.The NL East-leading Phillies have lost seven of eight.----------------------Ji Young Oh shares the lead with LPGA veteran Pat Hurst after the first round of the women's U.S. Open.Michelle Wie carded a quintuple-bogey 9 on the 9th hole, finishing with an 81, the second straight year she failed to break 80 in the opening round. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: sportsbrief sports friday: rose blooms Added: June 26, 2008 ]]> Fri, 27 Jun 2008 00:37:35 -0400 Sports Friday: Rose Blooms, and More 10271401 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/sports-thursday-nba-trades-and-more/10271401/
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SportsSports Thursday: NBA Trades, and MoreSports Thursday: NBA Trades, and MoreThe Associated PressNBA teams were busy working out deals and making trades ahead of Thursday's draft; Fresno State wins College World Series; Djokovic upset at Wimbledon, Ivanovic wins; Rays rout Marlins. (June 26)THIS IS AP SPORTS THURSDAYTHE PACERS AND RAPTORS REPORTEDLY WORKED OUT A BLOCKBUSTER TRADE ON THE EVE OF THURSDAY'S NBA DRAFT. THE CANADIAN PRESS REPORTS THE PACERS ARE SHIPPING FORWARD JERMAINE O'NEAL TO THE TORONTO FOR POINT GUARD T.J. FORD, CENTER RASHO NESTEROVIC, THE 17TH PICK IN THE DRAFT AND A PLAYER TO BE NAMED.ALSO IN THE NBA, THE HORNETS HAVE AGREED TO SEND THEIR FIRST-ROUND PICK TO PORTLAND IN A CASH DEAL. THE SWAP NOW GIVES THE TRAIL BLAZERS A PAIR OF FIRST-ROUNDERS - THE 13TH AND 27TH SELECTIONS - IN THURSDAY'S DRAFT. AND THE BOBCATS HAVE ACQUIRED THE 20TH OVERALL CHOICE FROM DENVER FOR A FUTURE FIRST-ROUNDER.FRESNO STATE HAS WON THE COLLEGE WORLD SERIES, BEATING GEORGIA 6-1. STEVE DETWILER DROVE IN ALL SIX BULLDOG RUNS WITH A TWO-RUN HOMER, A THREE-RUN BLAST AND AN RBI DOUBLE. JUSTIN WILSON HELD GEORGIA TO A RUN AND FIVE HITS IN EIGHT INNINGS TO HELP FRESNO STATE WIN ITS FIRST EVER NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP IN A MEN'S SPORT.AT WIMBLEDON, TOP SEED ANA IVANOVIC BARELY ADVANCE TO THE THIRD ROUND WEDNESDAY, FIGHTING OFF TWO MATCH POINTS AND NEEDING ALMOST 3 and a half HOURS BEFORE BEATING NATALIE DECHY 6-7, 7-6, 10-8. BUT MEN'S THIRD SEED AND REIGNING AUSTRALIAN OPEN CHAMP NOVAK DJOKOVIC WAS OUSTED BY MARAT SAFIN 6-4, 7-6, 6-2 IN A SECOND-ROUND MATCH.OTHER WINNERS WEDNESDAY INCLUDED ROGER FEDERER AND SERENA WILLIAMS. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: sportsbrief sports thursday: nba trades Added: June 25, 2008 ]]> Thu, 26 Jun 2008 02:25:48 -0400 Sports Thursday: NBA Trades, and More 10075305 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/analysis-tiger-woods-forces-open-playoff/10075305/
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SportsAnalysis: Tiger Woods Forces Open PlayoffAnalysis: Tiger Woods Forces Open PlayoffThe Associated PressAP Golf Writer Doug Ferguson takes a look at Sunday's fourth round at the U.S. Open, when Tiger Woods forced a playoff with a birdie on thefinal hole. (June 16)This video contains ONLY natural sound. No script is available. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: sportsbrief analysis: tiger woods forces playoff Added: June 16, 2008 ]]> Mon, 16 Jun 2008 04:01:35 -0400 Analysis: Tiger Woods Forces Open Playoff 10057944 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/analysis-of-round-three-at-the-open/10057944/
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SportsAnalysis of Round Three at the OpenAnalysis of Round Three at the OpenThe Associated PressAP Golf Writer Doug Ferguson analyzes the third round of the U.S. Open, and the amazing play of Tiger Woods, who became the third-round leader with a back nine that included two eagles. (June 15)This video contains ONLY natural sound. No script is available. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: sportsbrief analysis round three Added: June 15, 2008 ]]> Sun, 15 Jun 2008 05:25:27 -0400 Analysis of Round Three at the Open 10035178 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/will-tiger-woods-win-the-u-s-open/10035178/
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SportsWill Tiger Woods Win the U.S. Open?Will Tiger Woods Win the U.S. Open?The Associated PressAP Golf Writer Doug Ferguson analyzes round two at the U.S. Open in San Diego, where Tiger Woods made a charge on the back nine Friday to finish one shot off the lead. (June 14)This video contains ONLY natural sound. No script is available. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: sportsbrief tiger woods win u.s. open? Added: June 13, 2008 ]]> Sat, 14 Jun 2008 02:55:29 -0400 Will Tiger Woods Win the U.S. Open? 10015910 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/sports-friday-celtics-comeback-and-more/10015910/
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SportsSports Friday: Celtics Comeback, and MoreSports Friday: Celtics Comeback, and MoreThe Associated PressCeltics lead Lakers three games to one after Boston mounts huge comeback to win game four; Two surprise co-leaders after round one of the U.S. Open; Cubs sweep Braves; Ray Durham gets his 2,000th base hit. (June 13)The boston celtics pulled off an exciting come from behind win in game 4 of the NBA finals thursday night, beating the Laker97-91. The homestanding Lakers fell apart in the 2nd half, as they led by 20 points at one point in the 3rd quarter. the win gives Boston a 3-games to one lead in the best of seven series. for the Lakers just 17 points for kobe bryant. And keep in mind, no team has ever come back in the finals to win the NBA title trailing 3-games to one. The first round of the U.S. Open took place thursday and in his first event since undergoing knee surgery in April..Tiger Woods shot a 1 over par 72. Playing partner phil Mickelson toured the Torrey Pines course in even par 71SOT: Tiger WoodsAs far as the top of the board is concerned..there's a two way tie for first involving Justin Hicks and Kevin Streelman.each shot a 3-under-68...good for a one shot over Stuart Appleby, Eric Axley, Rocco Mediate and Geoff Ogilvy. In baseball..ray durham of the Giants banged out his 2000th career hit..as the bay city team beat colorado 10-7 after the game..he got a beer shower from his teammates..and durham says trhat really means something In chicago..the cubs beat the braves in 11...3-2...as pinch hitter reed johnson was hit by a pitch with the bases loaded. The Braves have dropped 6 straight..and on the year are 7 and 24 on the roadin Miami..in the final game of the three game set involving the Marlins and phillies...Philadelphia won 3-zip. winning pitcher jamie moyer allowed just 2 hits in 8 innings of work..and is now 7-3.and in hockey, the NHL dished out its annual awards Thursday night, with Alex Ovechkin of the Capitals being named MVP. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: sportsbrief sports friday: celtics comeback Added: June 13, 2008 ]]> Fri, 13 Jun 2008 03:19:32 -0400 Sports Friday: Celtics Comeback, and More 10015039 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/surprise-co-leaders-after-round-one-at-the-open/10015039/
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SportsSurprise Co-leaders After Round One at the OpenSurprise Co-leaders After Round One at the OpenThe Associated PressA Nationwide Tour player and a PGA Tour rookie share the first round lead at the U.S. Open. The AP's Jim Militello reports from Torrey Pines in San Diego. (June 13)A NATIONWIDE TOUR PLAYER AND A PGA TOUR ROOKIE OUTSHOT THE BIG GUNS ON DAY ONE AT TORREY PINES. JUSTIN HICKS AND KEVIN STREELMAN CARDED 3-UNDER 68'S TO SHARE THE FIRST ROUND LEAD AT THE U.S. OPEN. HICKS' BEST FINISH ON IN THREE YEARS ON THE NATIONWIDE TOUR IS A TIE FOR NINTH, MAKING HIS OPEN SHOWING TRULY UNEXPECTED. SOT JUSTIN HICKSHICKS STARTED ON THE BACK SIDE AND HAD SIX BIRDIES AND 3 BOGEYS IN HIS FIRST NINE HOLES. STREELMAN TEED OFF IN THE AFTERNOON AND STOOD TO TAKE THE LEAD BY HIMSELF, BUT HE BOGEYED HIS FINAL HOLE, THE NINTH TO FALL INTO THE TIE. TIGER WOODS TESTED HIS SURGICALLY REPAIRED LEFT KNEE COMPETITIVELY FOR THE FIRST TIME SINCE APRIL. HE OPENED WITH A DOUBLE BOGEY AND ADDED ANOTHER BUT STILL FINISHED JUST ONE OVER PAR. SOT: Tiger WOODsBIG CROWDS FOLLOWED WOODS AND PHIL MICKELSON WHO PLAYED IN THE SAME GROUP. LEFTY STRUGGLED WITH 3 STRAIGHT BOGEYS ON THE FRONT SIDE, BUT FINISHED 1 UNDER IN HIS HOMETOWN. SOT: Phil MICKELSON THE USUALLY AGGRESSIVE MICKELSON PLAYED WITHOUT A DRIVER IN HIS BAG FOR THE FIRST TIME IN HIS MEMORY, OPTING TO USE A 3 WOOD OFF THE TEES INSTEAD. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: sportsbrief surprise co-leaders after round Added: June 12, 2008 ]]> Fri, 13 Jun 2008 02:31:33 -0400 Surprise Co-leaders After Round One at the Open 10014331 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/recap-of-the-1st-round-at-the-u-s-open/10014331/
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SportsRecap of the 1st Round at the U.S. OpenRecap of the 1st Round at the U.S. OpenThe Associated PressAP Golf Writer Doug Ferguson takes a detailed look at the first round of the U.S. Open, when Tiger Woods, Phil Mickelson and Adam Scott were grouped together, much to the delight of the gallery. (June 13)This video contains ONLY natural sound. No script is available. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: sportsbrief recap 1st round u.s. Added: June 12, 2008 ]]> Fri, 13 Jun 2008 01:19:35 -0400 Recap of the 1st Round at the U.S. Open 9993076 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/sports-thursday-babcocks-contract-and-more/9993076/
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SportsSports Thursday: Babcock's Contract, and MoreSports Thursday: Babcock's Contract, and MoreThe Associated PressNHL champion's coach gets new three-year contract; Ravens pro bowl tackle Jonathan Ogden expected to retire; Marlins top Phillies on walk-off grand slam; U.S. Open golf tournament starts Thursday in San Diego. (June 12)This is AP Sports Thursday.Mike Babcock was all smiles Wednesday.After leading Detroit to the Stanley Cup, Babcock has agreed to a new three-year contract with the Red Wings.Detroit won the Cup in Babcock's third season behind the bench.----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------But one of Babcock's assistant coaches will not be back.The San Jose Sharks are set to introduce Todd McLellan as their new head coach Thursday.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Baltimore Ravens left tackle Jonathan Ogden is expected to announce his retirement Thursday.The 6-foot-9, 345-pound lineman was an 11-time Pro Bowl-er and won a Super Bowl ring along the way.Ogden has been bothered by a hyperextended toe since December of 2006.----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------There was an exciting finish in Miami as the second place Marlins beat the first place Phillies 6-2.With the game tied at two in the bottom of the ninth, Dan Uggla smacked a walk off grand slam.The Marlins are now within two games of the Phillies---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Bad news for the Chicago Cubs..as Alphonso Soriano suffered a broken left hand in Wendesday's game with Atlanta.He could miss up to six weeks------------------------------The US Open gets underway Thursday with first round play from Torrey Pines in San Diego.In his first tournament play since his knee surgery, Tiger Woods will play in a group with Phil Mickelson. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: sportsbrief sports thursday: babcock's contract Added: June 11, 2008 ]]> Thu, 12 Jun 2008 01:07:35 -0400 Sports Thursday: Babcock's Contract, and More 9992832 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/tiger-phil-ready-for-u-s-open/9992832/
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SportsTiger, Phil Ready for U.S. OpenTiger, Phil Ready for U.S. OpenThe Associated PressIn his first tournament since knee surgery, Tiger Woods will be grouped with San Diego native Phil Mickelson when the U.S. Open starts Thursday, as the AP's Jim Militello reports. (June 11)ITS A SPECTACULAR SETTING ON CLIFFS OVERLOOKING THE PACIFIC OCEAN. THE U.S. OPEN HAS COME TO TORREY PINES, SITE OF THE BUICK INVITATIONAL, A YEARLY PGA TOUR STOP. AND WHAT A COMBINATION THE US GOLF ASSOCIATION HAS ON ITS HANDS. THE VENUE IS SCENIC, THE TOURNAMENTS A BIGGIE AND TIGER WOODS RETURNS TO COMPETITIVE GOLF, FOLLOWING HIS APRIL KNEE SURGERY. SOT: Tiger Woods ITS NO WONDER WOODS IS ANXIOUS TO TEE IT UP ON THIS LAYOUT.....HE'S WON SEVEN TIME AT TORREY PINES INCLUDING THE LAST SIX BUICK INVITATIONALS. PHIL MICKELSON IS A THREE TIME WINNER OF THAT EVENT ON THIS COURSE....THAT'S NOT THE ONLY REASON HE'S STOKED ABOUT THE OPEN BEING HERE. HE GREW UP PLAYING TORREY PINES. SOT: Phil MickelsonTHE USGA HAS COME UP WITH CROWD PLEASER FOR THE FIRST TWO DAYS. WOODS AND MICKELSON WILL BE IN THE SAME GROUP, ALONG WITH ADAM SCOTT. THEY'LL TEE IT UP ON DAY ONE AT 11;06 EASTERN.EVEN THOUGH MOST OF THE GOLFERS FAMILIAR WITH THIS COURSE, IT WON'T BE THE SAME AS WHEN THEY PLAYED THE BUICK HERE IN FEBRUARY. THE LAYOUT IS NOW 76-HUNDRED 43 YARDS, THE LONGEST IN OPEN HISTORY. THAT JUST ADDS TO THE TYPICALLY DIFFICULT USGA TESTS THAT A GOLFER HAS TO PASS TO BE CALLED AN U.S. OPEN CHAMPION. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: sportsbrief tiger phil ready u.s. Added: June 11, 2008 ]]> Thu, 12 Jun 2008 00:19:32 -0400 Tiger, Phil Ready for U.S. Open 9932349 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/sports-monday-celtics-win-and-more/9932349/
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SportsSports Monday: Celtics Win, and MoreSports Monday: Celtics Win, and MoreThe Associated PressBoston wins game two of the NBA finals and leads two games to none; Kasey Kahne wins the Pocono 500; Rafael Nadal routs Roger Federer for his fourth straight French Open title; Yani Tseng wins LPGA Championship. (June 9)This is AP Sports Monday.The Boston Celtics have a 2-games to none lead over the Lakers in the NBA finals, after Sunday's 108-102 victory.Boston held off a furious Laker rally to win.The Lakers trailed by 24 with less than 8 minutes to go, but pulled to 104-102 on two free throws by Bryant with 38.4 seconds left.Paul Pierce had 28 for Boston, while Kobe Bryant scored 30 for LA.---------------------Rafael Nadal routed Roger Federer to win his 4th straight French Open title Sunday. Nadal won six consecutive games early and won handily, 6-1, 6-3, 6-love in Paris.He's the first man to win four straight French Opens since six-time champion Bjorn Borg (byorn borg) did it from 1978-81.SOT: Rafael Nadal--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Kasey Kahne (kayn) overcame an early pit road penalty and led a race-high 69 of 200 laps to win the Pocono 500 Sunday.After starting from the pole, Kahne took the checkered flag for the third time in four events.Brian Vickers finished second, his best result since joining Red Bull Racing at the start of last season.------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Yani Tseng of Taiwan became the first rookie in 10 years to win an LPGA major Sunday.The 19-year old beat Maria Hjorth on the fourth hole of a playoff with a 5-foot birdie on the 18th hole to win the LPGA Championship.Se Ri Pak was a rookie when she won the 1998 LPGA Championship.------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Justin Leonard sank a 19-foot birdie putt on the second extra hole to beat Masters champion Trevor Immelmanand Robert Allenby in a playoff at the Stanford St. Jude Championship. Leonard blew a one-stroke lead with two holes left to fall into the playoff. The win is Leonard's 12th on the PGA Tour.-------------------------------------------------------Ryan Howard's two-run double capped a three-run eighth inning as the Phillies beat the Braves 6-3, completing a three-game sweep.The loss drops the Braves 6 1-2 games behind the National League East-leading Phillies. Howard had four RBI and the first three-double game of his career. The Phillies have won 12 of their last 14 games._________, the Associated Press, with AP Sports Monday. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: sportsbrief sports monday: celtics win Added: June 8, 2008 ]]> Mon, 09 Jun 2008 01:37:29 -0400 Sports Monday: Celtics Win, and More 9913282 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/post-race-reaction-from-the-belmont-stakes/9913282/
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SportsPost Race Reaction From the Belmont StakesPost Race Reaction From the Belmont StakesThe Associated PressBig Brown jockey Kent Desormeaux, Da' Tara trainer Nick Zito and jockey Alan Garcia and on-call veterinarian Dr. Larry Bramlage look back at the Belmont Stakes, and also discuss why Big Brown faltered. (June 7)This video contains ONLY natural sound. No script is available. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: sportsbrief race reaction from belmont stakes Added: June 7, 2008 ]]> Sat, 07 Jun 2008 21:43:29 -0400 Post Race Reaction From the Belmont Stakes 9881126 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/sports-friday-celtics-win-and-more/9881126/
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SportsSports Friday: Celtics Win, and MoreSports Friday: Celtics Win, and MoreThe Associated PressThe Boston Celtics beat the LA Lakers 98-88 in game one of the NBA finals; Bench-clearing brawl in Red Sox win over Rays; Chipper Jones hits career home run number 400; Ana Ivanovic advances to women's singles final at French Open. (June 6)This is AP Sports Friday.The Boston Celtics won the battle of the boards and took game one of the nba finals 98-88 over the L.A. Lakers. the Celtics outrebounded the lakers 46 to 33. On the scoreboard kevin garnett led Boston with 24 points and 14 rebounds.Paul Pierce had 22 and put a scare into the crowd when he sprained his knee in the third quarter and was carried off the court.He returned a few minutes later though, and sank back to back 3-pointers.Kobe Bryant was game-high for LA with 24 points, but only made 9 of 26 shots.Game two is Sunday in Boston.-----------------------------Wild night at Fenway Park Thursday.Manny Ramirez homered, and had 5 RBI and got into a shouting match with a teammate as the Red Sox beat the Rays 7-1.There was also a bench-clearing brawl after Boston's Coco Crisp was hit on the right hip by James Shields and charged themound.-----------------------------------Cole Hamels pitched a three-hitter for his second career shutout, as the Phillies beat the Reds 5-0.----------------------------------------------- Atlanta's Chipper Jones belted his 400th career home run Thursday night and had four hits in a 7-5 victory overthe Florida Marlins.With that, Jones raised his major league-leading batting average to .418.He's just the third switch-hitter to reach 400 home runs.--------------------------------------------------------------------------------Ana Ivanovic advanced to the French Open final for the second year in a row, beating Jelena Jankovic 6-4, 3-6, 6-4 Thursday. Ivanovic will face number-13-seed Dinara Safina for the title. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: sportsbrief sports friday: celtics win Added: June 6, 2008 ]]> Fri, 06 Jun 2008 03:31:25 -0400 Sports Friday: Celtics Win, and More 9877780 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/celtics-fans-loving-life-in-the-nba-finals/9877780/
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SportsCeltics Fans Loving Life in the NBA FinalsCeltics Fans Loving Life in the NBA FinalsThe Associated PressThe AP's John Klobucar reports fans in Boston are excited to say the least, as their beloved Celtics meet the LA Lakers in the NBA finals. (June 5)IT'S BEEN QUITE AWHILE SINCE BOSTON WAS "GREEN" IN EARLY JUNE. 21 YEARS TO BE EXACT SINCE THE CELTICS WERE IN THE NBA FINALS. THURSDAY IN BOSTON THE CELTICS RENEWED A STORIED RIVALRY WITH THE ARCH RIVAL LOS ANGELES LAKERS FOR THE NBA CHAMPIONSHIP.IT'S THE ELEVENTH TIME THESE TEAMS HAVE MET IN THE FINALS, AND FANS ARE EXCITED TO SEE THE RIVALRY RE-BORN.SOT: MITCHELL MODELL (talks about watching some of the games from the 80's on tv this week)OUTCUE " MEMORY LANE"FANS ON THE STREET HAVE A GUARDED OPTIMISM TOWARD THIS BEST-OF-SEVEN SERIES. SOT: DAVID URMAN, YOUNG GUY WHO SAYS HE'S LOOKING FORWARD TO THE MATCHUP. OUTCUE "EVER HAD...SO"WHILE THE CITY HAS gone GREEN, YOU WILL FIND SOME BRAVES SOULS WEARING LAKERS PURPLE AND GOLD..SOT: LAKERS FAN MARK DOMBROWSKI SAYS "GO LA, BEAT BOSTON"NOT ALL THE FANS HEADED TO THE TD BANKNORTH GARDEN ARE LUCKY ENOUGH TO HAVE A TICKETSOT: DAVID URMAN, TALKS ABOUT HOPING THE BASKETBALL GODS WILL HELP HIM COME UP WITH A TICKET.OUTCUE "HELP US"SOT: JACK DYSON FROM CAPE COD ALSO TALKS OF TRYING TO GET A TICKET OFF A SCALPEROUTCUE "EVER HAD"AND ANY CELTICS FAN WILL TELL YOU, THERE'S SOMETHING SPECIAL ABOUT BEATING THAT TEAM THAT HAS HOLLYWOOD STARS SITTING COURTSIDE.SOT: KATE SULLIVAN - TALKS OF THE EXTRA SATISFACTION IN BEATING L.A.OUTCUE "THE LAKERS"(CLOSING STANDUP)".....COVERING THE NBA FINALS IN BOSTON, JOHN KLOBUCAR, THE ASSOCIATED PRESS Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: sportsbrief celtics fans loving nba finals Added: June 5, 2008 ]]> Thu, 05 Jun 2008 23:49:32 -0400 Celtics Fans Loving Life in the NBA Finals 9860040 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/sports-thursday-wings-win-cup-and-more/9860040/
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SportsSports Thursday: Wings Win Cup, and MoreSports Thursday: Wings Win Cup, and MoreThe Associated PressRed Wings beat Penguins in six games to win the Stanley Cup; Big Brown draws number one post position for the Belmont Stakes; John Smoltz to have season-ending shoulder surgery; Tiger Woods plays first round of golf since knee surgery. (June 5)This is AP Sports Thursday.The Detroit Red Wings are Stanley Cup champions, after beating Pittsburgh 3-2 Wednesday in game six.It's their 4th Cup title in 11 years.Detroit is third in NHL history with 11 Stanley Cup titles. SOT: Nicklas Lidstrom-----------------------------------------------------------------------------Big Brown will start from the inside in his quest to become the first Triple Crown winner in 30 years.The horse drew the number one post for Saturday's Belmont Stakes.---------------------- Atlanta Braves starter John Smoltz will have season-ending surgery on his ailing shoulder. Smoltz is the only pitcher in baseball history with 200 wins and 150 saves.SOT: John Smoltz---------------------------------------------------Tiger is back on the prowl. Tiger Woods played his first round of golf Wednesday, along with swing coach Hank Haney.The world number one had knee surgery two days after the Masters.The San Diego Union-Tribune reported the round lasted 3 hours and 15 minutes amid tight security.No spectators or media were allowed on the course during Tiger's round.---------------------------------At the French Open, top seed Roger Federer came back from a first-set loss to drop 24th-seeded Fernando Gonzalez in four sets.With that, Federer extended his own record by reaching a 16th consecutive Grand Slam semifinal. Quite a comeback by 13th-seed Dinara Safina, who was one point from losing, before coming all the way back to beat number-7 Elena Dementieva 4-6, 7-6, 6-0. ---------------------NBA finals get underway Thursday, as Kevin Garnett and Boston entertain Kobe Bryant and the LA Lakers. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: sportsbrief sports thursday: wings win cup Added: June 4, 2008 ]]> Thu, 05 Jun 2008 02:25:30 -0400 Sports Thursday: Wings Win Cup, and More 9797440 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/the-sacrifices-it-takes-to-be-an-olympian/9797440/
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SportsThe Sacrifices It Takes to Be an OlympianThe Sacrifices It Takes to Be an OlympianThe Associated PressLogan Tom is an outside hitter on the USA women's national volleyball team. She talks about the many sacrifices team members have to make to win a spot on the Olympic team. (June 1)This video contains ONLY natural sound. No script is available. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: sportsbrief sacrifices takes be olympian Added: June 1, 2008 ]]> Sun, 01 Jun 2008 21:25:25 -0400 The Sacrifices It Takes to Be an Olympian 9773698 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/drivers-ready-for-nascars-monster-mile/9773698/
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SportsDrivers Ready for NASCAR's 'Monster Mile'Drivers Ready for NASCAR's 'Monster Mile'The Associated PressNASCAR drivers Jeff Burton, Mark Martin and Kurt Busch talk about the challenges of racing at Dover International Speedway. The concrete track is known as the 'Monster Mile.' (May 30)This video contains ONLY natural sound. No script is available. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: sportsbrief drivers ready nascar's 'monster mile' Added: May 30, 2008 ]]> Fri, 30 May 2008 22:13:26 -0400 Drivers Ready for NASCAR's 'Monster Mile' 9756618 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/sports-friday-lakers-win-and-more/9756618/
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SportsSports Friday: Lakers Win, and MoreSports Friday: Lakers Win, and MoreThe Associated PressLakers beat Spurs to advance to NBA finals; Big Brown's trainer calls Triple Crown for Big Brown a 'foregone conclusion'; Canucks defenseman Luc Bourdon killed in motorcycle crash; Federer, Nadal win at French Open; White Sox top Rays. (May 30)This is AP Sports Friday.The LA Lakers are in the NBA finals, after a series-clinching 100-92 win over the Spurs in game five of the Western Conference Finals Thursday.The Lakers rallied from an early 17-point deficit to win.Kobe Bryant led the Lakers with 39 points, 17 of those in the 4th quarter.While the defending champs go home, it's LA's first trip to the finals in 4 years.------------------------------------------Big Brown trainer Rick Dutrow Junior said Thursday 'it's a foregone conclusion' that his horse will win the Belmont Stakes.That would make Big Brown the first Triple Crown winner in 30 years.Big Brown missed three days of training this week with a slight crack on the inside of his left front hoof, but Dutrow says it won't affect the unbeaten colt in the Belmont June 7th.-----------------------------------------Arizona pitcher Randy Johnson tied Roger Clemens for 2nd place on the all-time strikeout list thursday.The Big Unit struck out 9 batters in a game against San Francisco.----------------------------------------------------------In a matchup of division leaders, the White Sox bested the AL East-leading Rays Thursday 5-1.Joe Crede and Paul Konerko homered for the AL Central leading ChiSox.Chicago pitcher John Danks matched a career-high 8 strike outs in the win.SOT: John Danks----------------------------------Track coach Trevor Graham was convicted Thursday of one count of lying to federal investigators about his relationship to an admitted steroids dealer.However, the jury was deadlocked on two other charges, when at least one juror had serious doubts about the credibility of the prosecution's star witness.----------------------------------Vancouver Canucks rookie defenseman Luc Bourdon was killed Thursday when his motorcycle struck a tractor-trailer in a crash near his hometown in New Brunswick, Canada. He was 21. Bourdon was the Canucks first-round draft pick in 2005, selected 10th overall.------------------------------------------At the French Open, top seed Roger Federer lost the first set, then steamrolled 60th-ranked Albert Montanes of Spain, 6-7 (5), 6-1, 6-0, 6-4.Defending champion Rafael Nadal also won handily, in straight sets over 148th-ranked Nicolas Devilder of France.James Blake was not as fortunate. For the fifth time in six career trips to Roland Garros, Blake lost before the third round, losing to 80th-ranked Ernests Gulbis of Latvia.On the ladies side, 8th-seeded Venus Williams was a winner Thursday._________________, the Associated Press, with AP Sports Friday. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: sportsbrief sports friday: lakers win Added: May 29, 2008 ]]> Fri, 30 May 2008 02:43:16 -0400 Sports Friday: Lakers Win, and More 9754374 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/track-athletes-focus-on-their-sport-not-doping/9754374/
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SportsTrack Athletes Focus on Their Sport, Not DopingTrack Athletes Focus on Their Sport, Not DopingThe Associated PressAt a press conference Thursday for the Reebok Grand Prix in New York Saturday, track and field athletes Tyson Gay and Lauryn Williams said the focus should be on the sport and the USA Olympic trials in late June, not doping. (May 29)This video contains ONLY natural sound. No script is available. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: sportsbrief track athletes focus on sport doping Added: May 29, 2008 ]]> Thu, 29 May 2008 22:37:18 -0400 Track Athletes Focus on Their Sport, Not Doping 9738659 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/penguins-wings-react-to-game-three/9738659/
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SportsPenguins, Wings React to Game ThreePenguins, Wings React to Game ThreeThe Associated PressPenguins star center Sidney Crosby, head coach Michel Therrien and Red Wings coach Mike Babcock look back at game three of the Stanley Cup finals, won by Pittsburgh 3-2. (May 29)This video contains ONLY natural sound. No script is available. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: sportsbrief penguins wings react game three Added: May 28, 2008 ]]> Thu, 29 May 2008 02:43:12 -0400 Penguins, Wings React to Game Three 9738401 http://www.mefeedia.com/entry/sports-thursday-celtics-win-and-more/9738401/
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SportsSports Thursday: Celtics Win, and MoreSports Thursday: Celtics Win, and MoreThe Associated PressBoston beats Detroit in game five of the Eastern Conference finals; Penguins top Red Wings in game three of the Stanley Cup finals; NASCAR issues penalties to two crew chiefs, car chiefs. (May 29)This is AP Sports Thursday.Ray Allen scored 29 points as the Celtics took a 3-games to two lead over Detroit in the Eastern Confernece finals, 106-102.Both Allen and Kevin Garnett sank key, free throws late in the win.Game 6 is Friday in Detroit.-------------------------------------------The Spurs are on the brink of being eliminated from the NBA playoffs by the Lakers.Despite that, head coach Gregg Popovich has signed a contract extension with the team. Popovich has led the Spurs to four NBA titles, including last year's sweep of Cleveland.----------------------------------------------------------------------------NBA coach of the year Byron Scott and the New Orleans Hornets agreed in principle Wednesday to a contract extension.Scott said he hoped to get a raise to a figure closer to what the top five or six coaches in the NBA earn.--------------------------------------------Sidney Crosby scored two goals as the Pittsburgh Penguins avoided a 3-games to none deficit in the Stanley Cup finals, beating Detroit 3-2 in game three.The Pens trail 2-games to one after being shut out twice.SOT: Sidney Crosby---------------------------------------- NASCAR issued its most severe penalties yet on its new car Wednesday.The crew chiefs and car chiefs for Scott Riggs and Johnny Sauter were suspended six races each for tampering with the rear wings on their Chevrolets last weekend at Lowe's Motor Speedway.Not only that, but crew chiefs Bootie Barker and Dave Skog were fined $100,000 apiece.------------------Three time champion Rafael Nadal had a good day on the clay in the French Open by beating qualifier Thomaz Bellucci. Nadal is trying to match Bjorn Borg's string of four consecutive titles from 1978-81.SOT: Rafael NadalOn a very windy day at Roland Garros, Maria Sharapova also won despite committing 17 double-faults.Sharapova won 6-1, 3-6, 8-6 over a Russian teen making her Grand Slam debut.Serena Williams also advanced, topping a French wild-card entry.----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------The jury deliberating the fate of track coach Trevor Graham has reached a verdict on one of three counts Wednesday.But the panel is deadlocked on the other two.Graham is charged with lying to investigators probing steroid use in sports. Author: AssociatedPress Keywords: sportsbrief sports thursday: celtics win Added: May 28, 2008 ]]> Thu, 29 May 2008 02:13:25 -0400 Sports Thursday: Celtics Win, and More