Archive for August, 2009

Michigan launches investigation into whether football program violated NCAA rules on practice time

The University of Michigan says it is investigating allegations that its football program regularly violates NCAA rules limiting how much time players can spend on training and practice.

Cincinnati Bengals finally sign holdout top pick Andre Smith

The Bengals have finally signed top draft pick Andre Smith after a long contract impasse that became a subject of derision among teammates.

Reports: New England Patriots LB Tedy Bruschi will retire Monday

Patriots linebacker Tedy Bruschi will reportedly retire on Monday.

The Barclays: Heath Slocum wins as Tiger Woods misses putt

One week after barely qualifying for golf’s version of the playoffs, Heath Slocum has won the opening event at The Barclays with a 20-foot par putt on the final hole for a one-shot victory.

Kansas City Chiefs await tests on injured Matt Cassel, Brandon Flowers

The winless, worried and wounded Kansas City Chiefs launched a short work week Sunday while awaiting medical tests on quarterback Matt Cassel and cornerback Brandon Flowers.

Source: New England Patriots release backup QB Kevin O’Connell

In the first surprise move in the NFL cutdown to 75, the New England Patriots informed quarterback Kevin O’Connell that he is being released, according to a source.

Bears blast Broncos in Cutler’s return to Denver

Jake Cutler, who forced a blockbuster trade out of Denver last spring and became the Chicago Bears’ first franchise quarterback since Sid Luckman, returned to Invesco Field on Sunday night and led his new team to a 27-17 preseason win over the Broncos.

Minnesota Timberwolves GM in Spain again trying to free Ricky Rubio

Timberwolves general manager David Kahn was in Spain trying to gain Ricky Rubio’s release this weekend.

Renteria’s slam pulls Giants even in NL wild card

Edgar Renteria hit a go-ahead grand slam in the seventh inning and the San Francisco Giants pulled even in the NL wild-card race with Colorado, beating the Rockies 9-5 Sunday for a three-game sweep.

California beats Chinese Taipei for Little League World Series crown

California came up big late to win the Little League World Series.