Jul 23, 2008 10:14AM

NASCAR squeezes horsepower down on Toyota motors (AP)

AP - NASCAR tried to even out the competition in the Nationwide Series on Wednesday by ordering all teams using Toyota motors to squeeze down their horsepower before this weekend's race in Indianapolis.

Jul 23, 2008 09:52AM

Hawks guard Childress signs with Greek club (AP)

AP - Atlanta Hawks guard Josh Childress signed a three-year contract with the Greek club Olympiakos on Wednesday.

Jul 23, 2008 10:40AM

Spain's Sastre wins tough 17th stage, takes lead at Tour de France (AP)

AP - Carlos Sastre of Spain won the 17th stage of the Tour de France, taking the overall lead Wednesday from CSC teammate Frank Schleck on the hardest ride up three huge Alpine climbs.

Jul 23, 2008 12:13AM

James' ankle sprain the latest injury for US team (AP)

AP - LeBron James limped from the trainer's table to a nearby folding chair, careful not to put any pressure on his sprained right ankle.

Jul 23, 2008 06:59AM

Beijing setting up designated protest zones during Olympics (AP)

AP - Beijing will set up specially designated zones for protesters during next month's Olympics, a security official said Wednesday, in a sign China's authoritarian government may allow some demonstrations during the games.

Jul 22, 2008 04:03PM

Redskins camp tour: Zorn clearly signals Campbell is QB

Jason Campbell or Todd Collins? Forget about it. Jim Zorn isn't going to start his head coaching career with a 'Skins QB controversy, Clark Judge says in the first stop on our camp tour.

Jul 22, 2008 07:20PM

Mangino ready for Chapter 2 of Kansas' gridiron turnaround

Give the chubby jokes a rest, Kansas' Mark Mangino can coach. Armed with a solid team building off last season's success and a sharp new team complex, the Jayhawks are looking to keep control over the Big 12, Dennis Dodd says.

Jul 22, 2008 10:38AM

Power Rankings: Angels top parity-stricken league

In his first run at Power Rankings, Larry Dobrow has a hard time differentiating between teams. But after sweeping the Red Sox and holding baseball's best record, the Halos take top billing.

Jul 23, 2008 12:21PM

Bears, top pick Williams seal deal as camp opens

The Chicago Bears and first-round pick Chris Williams agreed to a five-year contract Wednesday on the first day of training camp.

Jul 23, 2008 12:06PM

Posada wants to go with rehab over surgery

New York Yankees catcher Jorge Posada wants to put off surgery on his right shoulder even if it means sacrificing the start of next season. If he does play the rest of this year, it won't be behind the plate.

Jul 23, 2008 09:13AM

Brawl Mars WNBA Game in Detroit

Players, coaches involved in fight at Los Angeles-Detroit WNBA game.

Jul 23, 2008 07:09AM

Cullen Jones Hopes to Swim Into History

African-American swimmer looks to make a splash at the Olympics.

Jul 23, 2008 08:18AM

James Joins Team USA's Injured List

King James adds to U.S. injury woes with high-ankle sprain in practice.

Jul 21, 2008 09:59PM

Yankees Hammer Twins to Win Fourth in a Row

NEW YORK (Reuters) - The New York Yankees routed the Minnesota Twins 12-4 on Monday to record their fourth consecutive victory and keep pace in the race for the American League East. Third baseman Alex Rodriguez homered and drove in three runs to help the Yankees move a season-high nine games over .500 and stay four games behind AL East leaders Tampa Bay. The victory was also their eighth in a row at Yankee Stadium. Derek Jeter and Robinson Cano also homered for the Yankees, who placed catcher Jorge Posada on the 15-day disabled list with an injured throwing shoulder before the game. Posada will be examined again on Tuesday, but faces possible season-ending surgery. Jose Molina was behind the plate for the Yankees and had a season-high three hits. "Jorge is going to come back sometime and I am just going to help out until he gets back," Molina said. "If we get the pitching we've had lately we are going to win a lot of games." Sidney Ponson (6-1) gave up...

Jul 21, 2008 08:21PM

Griffey Hits No. 606 Before Padres Rally Past Reds

Ken Griffey Jr. hits 606th homer before Padres rally in 9th inning to beat Reds 6-4

Jul 23, 2008 10:36AM

Why Fenway Park remains a special venue

There are many great venues around the country and the world. Some stadiums are truly special. SI writers share their favorites. For Tom Verducci, it's Fenway.

Jul 23, 2008 10:04AM

Peter King's favorite

Do you know how rare it is to stand on the sideline of a football field and have to move your feet quickly to dodge a tackle in front of you? Do you know how often it happens that there's a fight five feet in front of you, and you have to have incredible peripheral vision to avoid the bodies flying into the fight? And do you know how rare it is to stand alongside the head coach of a National Football League team as he twirls his whistle, with cornstalks one long spiral behind him, as he prepares to start his team's afternoon practice?

Jul 23, 2008 10:46AM

Ian Thomsen

I don't remember the first time I paid visit to the Boston Garden in the early 1980s, but I do remember the smell. You walked up the staircases to the upper back of the arena where the incense of boiled hot dogs from the press room gathered with the humidity of the playoff season. The worse the smell, the bigger the series.

Jul 23, 2008 09:37AM

Don Banks: Ravens' training camp postcard

NFL training camps have begun. And SI.com's Don Banks begins his camp tour by checking out the Ravens -- and one of the league's most interesting QB races.

Jul 23, 2008 10:14AM

So long, NBA: Childress signs with Greek team

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Jul 18, 2008 10:35AM

Andy Staples: Florida's Big Three makes room for one more

The Gators are kings when it comes to supremacy in the Sunshine State. But is Miami or Florida State No. 2? Try surprising South Florida, says Andy Staples.

Jul 22, 2008 04:37PM

Iowa regents reopen probe into alleged rape

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Jul 23, 2008 08:12AM

App. State sweeps preseason SoCon awards

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Jul 22, 2008 02:34PM

Sun Belt signs agreements with three bowls

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Jul 22, 2008 07:31PM

UCLA's Ramirez ineligible, Lockett suspended

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