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Mickelson makes cut thanks to late birdie

Phil Mickelson made the cut on the number in the Texas Open on Friday, blasting out of a greenside water hazard to 5 feet to set up a birdie on the final hole.


Spartans take down top-seeded Virginia

Dawson’s 24 points spark Spartans


Walker, Morton lead Bucs past Phillies

Neil Walker had three hits and an RBI to lead the Pittsburgh Pirates to a 3-0 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies on Friday night.


Cabrera gets record payday

This is one number put up by Miguel Cabrera that is not subject to debate.


Wolverines escape after blowing lead

A critical charging call preserved Michigan’s victory.


Bluegrass bragging rights go to Wildcats

OK, so maybe they’re not the quickest learners. Still, the kids at Kentucky figured out Louisville just in time.


Sizemore wins job as Boston’s center fielder

The three-time All-Star is set to play for the World Series champions Monday at Baltimore.


Connecticut ousts Iowa State

DeAndre Daniels’ UConn teammates were going to keep passing him the ball until he cooled off.


Giambi owns slump buster

If one of Jason Giambi’s teammates is in a bad slump this season, there’s a chance he might find a thong in his locker.


Eagles cut WR DeSean Jackson

DeSean Jackson went from the trading block to the chopping block.


Kyle Busch wins pole at Martinsville Speedway

Kyle Busch has seen it time and again at Martinsville Speedway.


Gators are next for upstart Flyers

Underdog Dayton and top seed Florida meet tonight.


Pierce leads Nets over Cavaliers

Paul Pierce scored 17 of his 22 points in a flawless first quarter, and the Brooklyn Nets quickly pulled away in the second on the way to their 12th straight home victory.


Pens shrug off Blue Jackets to clinch playoff berth

Chris Kunitz and Beau Bennett scored goals 47 seconds apart midway through the third period.


Ruling may bring major changes to college sports

It was a stunning decision by the National Labor Relations Board.