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MLB playoffs 2015: Get to know the Texas Rangers
Louisville investigating if escorts were hired for recruits (Yahoo Sports)
A book by an escort alleging that former Louisville staffer Andre McGee brought escorts into dorm parties, and paid for the women to strip and have sex with the Cardinals’ recruits, their fathers and players is available online. Louisville is investigating allegations by Katina Powell in the upcoming book, ”Breaking Cardinal Rules: Basketball and the Escort Queen,” from a publishing affiliate of the Indianapolis Business Journal. The 104-page book was
Keuchel wins 20th, Astros set runs record, rout D-backs 21-5 (Yahoo Sports)
A playoff berth tantalizingly close, the Houston Astros sent their ace to the mound seeking his 20th victory. Dallas Keuchel became the AL’s first 20-game winner and the Astros routed the Arizona Diamondbacks 21-5 Friday night. ”I don’t want to play the National League style at the end of the season because I want the DH,” he said, ”but this game is crazy.
Colts list QB Andrew Luck as questionable vs Jaguars (Yahoo Sports)
INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — Colts quarterback Andrew Luck will likely be a game-time decision to play against Jacksonville on Sunday.
Saints coach Payton expects QB Brees to start vs Cowboys (Yahoo Sports)
Drew Brees is expected to return as starter for New Orleans against the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday night in the Superdome, Saints coach Sean Payton said Friday. ”We’re planning on starting him, based on the work week,” Payton said after practice. Brees missed the Saints’ 27-22 loss in Carolina last Sunday because of a bruised rotator cuff in his right (throwing) shoulder.
Tulowitzki returns, AL East champ Blue Jays rally past Rays (Yahoo Sports)
Troy Tulowitzki played as if a late-season injury is behind him. Tulowitzki doubled and singled in his return to the Toronto lineup after missing three weeks with injuries, and the AL East champion Blue Jays rallied past the Tampa Bay Rays 8-4 Friday night. ”Big relief he’s back out there,” Toronto center fielder Kevin Pillar said.
Astros stay alive in AL West race, Keuchel notches 20th win
((The Sports Xchange)) – Houston left-hander Dallas Keuchel became the American League’s first 20-game winner and the Astros hit four home runs and stayed alive in AL West race with a 21-5 trouncing of the Arizona Diamondbacks at Chase Field on Friday. Right fielder George Springer, shortstop Carlos Correa, center fielder Colby Rasmus and third baseman Luis Valbuena homered for the Astros (85-75), who set a franchise record for runs
Stewards' glory for Magical Dettori
Frankie Dettori’s season to remember got even better as Magical Memory powered to victory in the Qatar Stewards’ Cup at Glorious Goodwood.
Yates wins San Sebastian solo
Britain’s Adam Yates claimed the biggest win of his career by riding to a superb solo victory at the one-day Clasica San Sebastian in Spain.
Chester: We can tame Rhinos
Hull KR coach Chris Chester believes his team have what it takes to beat Leeds Rhinos after guiding them to their first Challenge Cup final since 1986.
Nadal races to Hamburg final
Rafa Nadal eased through to the final of the Hamburg Open with a 6-1 6-2 semi-final win over Andreas Seppi of Italy.
Sligo v Tyrone LIVE!
Live and interactive coverage of Sligo v Tyrone and Donegal v Galway in the All-Ireland SFC Qualifiers – watch on Sky Sports 1 HD.
Finn happy after 'dark times'
Steven Finn has admitted his match-winning performance against Australia was beyond his wildest dreams.
Cook praises Finn resurgence
Alastair Cook has hailed Steven Finn for bouncing back from being sent home in 2014 to lead England to victory in the third Investec Ashes Test.
Bay of plenty for Hughes
A round-up of the rest of Friday’s action from Glorious Goodwood as Richard Hughes enjoyed another winner.
Ripley makes loan move
Motherwell have signed Middlesbrough goalkeeper Connor Ripley on loan on the eve of their Ladbrokes Premiership opener at Inverness.
England take series lead
Ian Bell struck his second half-century of the match to steer England to an eight-wicket victory over Australia at Edgbaston and take a 2-1 lead in the Investec Ashes.
