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Jeter has fairytale finale at Yankee Stadium

The retiring captain gave New York one more win with a big hit, then took two trips out to shortstop, waving to the adoring crowd each time following his final home game at Yankee Stadium.


Pirates rip Braves, cut Cards’ lead

Perhaps the only bad news for the Pirates is they can’t send Edinson Volquez back to the mound with the division title on the line in their final regular-season series.


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Fast start helps Raiders sweep bitter ITCL rival

The conference-leading Raiders notched two quick first-half goals and dominated play throughout as they shut out the Raiders, 4-0, at the South Range sports complex.

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Indians keep slim playoff hopes alive

The Indians stayed in the AL wild-card chase for at least one more day.


Stewart won’t faces charges in Ward’s death

After more than six weeks in limbo, NASCAR star Tony Stewart finally got the news he had been hoping for.


Bucs miss chance to gain in NL Central race

Jeff Locke gave up six runs in only four innings.


OSU defense hoping to contain Kiel

It’s unlikely that anyone at Ohio State last winter had ever heard of Gunner Kiel.


Browns’ Haden says he can play better

For the first time in his career, Browns Pro Bowl cornerback Joe Haden is facing questions about his play on the field.


Former NFL players urge immediate action

Group says accuesd players should be taken off field


Powerless Tribe wilts to Royals

Kansas City remains in chase with Detroit for crown


Pirates clinch playoff berth

Pittsburgh can do no worse than an NL wild card.


Steelers re-sign linebacker Harrison

Retired linebacker needed to replace injury-depleted squad


Upset-minded Cincinnati ready for Columbus trip

Ohio State paid $1 million to make it a home game


Fleury focuses on the present

Long-time Pens goalie's contract expires next spring


Pettine: Browns let Ravens off hook

Cleveland enters its bye week 1-2 thanks to two last-second losses.