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NFL reaches tentative agreement with refs

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The NFL and the referees' union have reached a tentative contract agreement, ending an impasse that began in June when the league locked out the officials and used replacements instead. More>>

NFL creating ways to fill stadiums

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The NFL is looking for innovative ways to get more people off of the couch and into the stands at its stadiums.
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Kuchar leads Colonial when 2nd round suspended
Kuchar leads Colonial when 2nd round suspended
Ryan Palmer has a definite home-course advantage at the Colonial.More >>
Matt Kuchar was hoping he would be able to finish his second round Friday night at Colonial. He ended up with the lead - and a very early wakeup call.More >>
Bowie Young, Cavalleri tied in the Bahamas
Bowie Young, Cavalleri tied in the Bahamas
Heather Bowie Young made five straight birdies while jumping from one side of the golf course to the other. Silvia Cavalleri was hitting the ball so well Friday she was sorry the Bahamas Classic was held on only 12...More >>
Heather Bowie Young made five straight birdies while jumping from one side of the golf course to the other. Silvia Cavalleri was hitting the ball so well Friday she was sorry the Bahamas Classic was held on only 12 holes.More >>
Cochran, Perry tied for lead in Senior PGA
Cochran, Perry tied for lead in Senior PGA
Russ Cochran and Kenny Perry each shot 5-under 66 on Friday to share the second round lead in the Senior PGA Championship.More >>
Longtime Kentucky pals Russ Cochran and Kenny Perry have shared a massive gallery the first two rounds of the Senior PGA Championship. Now, they also share the lead.More >>
McIlroy, Donald miss cut at BMW PGA Championship
McIlroy, Donald miss cut at BMW PGA Championship
Rory McIlory was one of five 2012 European Ryder Cup players to miss the cut Friday in the BMW PGA Championship, while Medinah teammate Francesco Molinari took the lead at cold and wet Wentworth.More >>
Rory McIlory was one of five 2012 European Ryder Cup players to miss the cut Friday in the BMW PGA Championship, while Medinah teammate Francesco Molinari took the lead at cold and wet Wentworth.More >>
Bowie Young takes early lead on short course
Bowie Young takes early lead on short course
Heather Bowie Young finished with six straight 3s on a very strange scorecard in the Bahamas LPGA Classic.More >>
Heather Bowie Young made five straight birdies while hop-scotching across the golf course Friday in the Bahamas LPGA Classic.More >>
Euro Tour CEO apologizes for saying 'colored'
Euro Tour CEO apologizes for saying 'colored'
The head of the European golf tour has apologized for using the term "colored" during a live television interview in which he was reacting to the spat between Tiger Woods and Sergio Garcia.More >>
The head of the European golf tour apologized for using the term "colored" during a live television interview Thursday in which he was reacting to the spat between Tiger Woods and Sergio Garcia.More >>
Colonial member Palmer has 1st-round lead with 62
Colonial member Palmer has 1st-round lead with 62
Ryan Palmer was standing in the fairway on his last hole Thursday when his longtime caddie and fellow Colonial member issued a challenge.More >>
Ryan Palmer was standing in the fairway on his last hole Thursday when his longtime caddie and fellow Colonial member issued a challenge.More >>
Kingston leads BMW PGA Championship
Kingston leads BMW PGA Championship
South Africa's James Kingston shot a 6-under 66 on Thursday at Wentworth to take the lead during the suspended first round of the BMW PGA Championship.More >>
South Africa's James Kingston shot a 6-under 66 on Thursday at Wentworth to take the lead during the suspended first round of the BMW PGA Championship.More >>
LPGA to use as much of flooded course as it can
LPGA to use as much of flooded course as it can
Faced with a flooded course in which some fairways were more suited for fishing than playing golf, the LPGA Tour found a unique solution Thursday. It shortened the Ocean Club to 12 holes for at least the first round...More >>
Faced with a flooded course in which some fairways were more suited for fishing than playing golf, the LPGA Tour found a unique solution Thursday. It shortened the Ocean Club to 12 holes for at least the first round of its...More >>
Woods: Garcia comment hurtful, time to move on
Woods: Garcia comment hurtful, time to move on
By DOUG FERGUSON AP Golf Writer Sergio Garcia apologized to Tiger Woods for saying he would serve fried chicken if they were to have dinner at the U.S. Open, an ugly addition to nearly two weeks of...More >>
By DOUG FERGUSON AP Golf Writer Sergio Garcia apologized to Tiger Woods for saying he would serve fried chicken if they were to have dinner at the U.S. Open, an ugly addition to nearly two weeks of verbal...More >>

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Toronto mayor denies he smokes crack cocaine
Toronto mayor denies he smokes crack cocaine
Toronto Mayor Rob Ford denied Friday that he smokes crack cocaine and said he is not an addict after a video purported to show him using the drug. Ford did not say whether he has ever used crack.More >>
Toronto Mayor Rob Ford denied Friday that he smokes crack cocaine and said he is not an addict after a video purported to show him using the drug. The mayor of Canada's largest city did not say whether he has ever used...More >>
NYC lawsuit alleging Favre sent racy texts settled
NYC lawsuit alleging Favre sent racy texts settled
A lawsuit filed by two massage therapists who sued retired NFL quarterback Brett Favre over claims he sent racy text messages has been settled, a lawyer for the women said Friday.More >>
A lawsuit filed by two massage therapists who sued retired NFL quarterback Brett Favre over claims he sent racy text messages has been settled, a lawyer for the women said Friday.More >>
AP Source: Jets RB Goodson to practice Tuesday
AP Source: Jets RB Goodson to practice Tuesday
A person familiar with the situation tells the Associated Press that Jets running back Mike Goodson is expected to return to practice Tuesday despite his legal troubles.More >>
A person familiar with the situation tells the Associated Press that Jets running back Mike Goodson is expected to return to practice Tuesday despite his legal troubles.More >>
Judge orders more monitoring for Cowboys DT
Judge orders more monitoring for Cowboys DT
Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Josh Brent will remain free while he awaits trial for intoxication manslaughter, as a judge on Friday denied a request by prosecutors to revoke his bond due to problems with alcohol...More >>
Dallas Cowboys defensive tackle Josh Brent will remain free while he awaits trial for intoxication manslaughter, as a judge on Friday denied a request by prosecutors to revoke his bond due to problems with alcohol monitoring.More >>
Coded goal: RG3 still aiming for Redskins' opener
Coded goal: RG3 still aiming for Redskins' opener
Robert Griffin III says he cried after his knee surgery and changed his cellphone passcode to the date of the Washington Redskins season opener as he began his rehabilitation process.More >>
Robert Griffin III's rehab started with a "cry festival." Then came a special new passcode for his cellphone and a chance to hash things out with coach Mike Shanahan.More >>
Committee hits stretch run for NY-NJ Super Bowl
Committee hits stretch run for NY-NJ Super Bowl
The NFL draft is history. Organized team activities are under way. Minicamps will follow next month, and training camps will open a month after that.More >>
The NFL draft is history. Organized team activities are under way. Minicamps will follow next month, and training camps will open a month after that.More >>
Ocean not all that separates US, European fans
Ocean not all that separates US, European fans
By NANCY ARMOUR AP National Writer Two weeks ago, a game between Roma and AC Milan in Italy's top soccer league was halted for almost two minutes after black Milan players were subjected to...More >>
By NANCY ARMOUR AP National Writer Imagine Derek Jeter leading the New York Yankees off the field because opposing fans were yelling racial slurs and throwing bananas at his team. Or a game between the...More >>
WR Crabtree tears right Achilles tendon
WR Crabtree tears right Achilles tendon
San Francisco 49ers leading wide receiver Michael Crabtree has had surgery to repair a torn right Achilles tendon.More >>
The San Francisco 49ers suddenly have a huge void in their receiving corps as they chase another Super Bowl berth: Michael Crabtree is sidelined after surgery on his right Achilles tendon.More >>
Bears LB Urlacher announces his retirement
Bears LB Urlacher announces his retirement
Star linebacker Brian Urlacher says he's retiring after spending 13 seasons with the Chicago Bears.More >>
Brian Urlacher wasn't sure how dominant he could be any longer, so he's calling it a career after 13 seasons with the Chicago Bears.More >>
Bay Bowl: San Francisco to host 50th Super Bowl
Bay Bowl: San Francisco to host 50th Super Bowl
Build a new stadium, host the Super Bowl to show it off.More >>
Build a new stadium, host the Super Bowl to show it off.More >>

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Grizzlies, Memphis ready to 'believe' vs Spurs
Grizzlies, Memphis ready to 'believe' vs Spurs
The towels are showing up all around Memphis. They hang over neighborhood signs and even at a door to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.More >>
The towels are showing up all around Memphis. They hang over neighborhood signs and even at a door to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.More >>
Heat, Pacers say Game 2 should be even better
Heat, Pacers say Game 2 should be even better
Losing a game at the final buzzer, no less than a playoff game on the road against the reigning NBA champion Miami Heat, would seem to have potential to demoralize the Indiana Pacers.More >>
Losing a game at the final buzzer, no less than a playoff game on the road against the reigning NBA champion Miami Heat, would seem to have potential to demoralize the Indiana Pacers.More >>
James, Bryant voted to All-NBA first team
James, Bryant voted to All-NBA first team
LeBron James was a unanimous pick for the All-NBA team and Kobe Bryant earned his record-tying 11th first-team selection.More >>
LeBron James was a unanimous pick for the All-NBA team and Kobe Bryant earned his record-tying 11th first-team selection.More >>
Krzyzewski returning to coach USA Basketball
Krzyzewski returning to coach USA Basketball
Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski is back as the U.S. men's national team coach and ready for another run at Olympic gold.More >>
Duke coach Mike Krzyzewski just couldn't pass on "the ultimate honor" of representing his country again as the U.S. men's national team coach.More >>
LeBron, Heat dig deep to top Pacers in Game 1
LeBron, Heat dig deep to top Pacers in Game 1
It could have been the perfect matchup to cap an unforgettable game. LeBron James driving to the rim to face Roy Hibbert, one play to decide Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals.More >>
It could have been the perfect matchup to cap an unforgettable game. LeBron James driving to the rim to face Roy Hibbert, one play to decide Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals.More >>
LeBron saves Heat at buzzer of Game 1
LeBron saves Heat at buzzer of Game 1
LeBron James made a layup as time expired in overtime, and the Miami Heat found a way to beat the Indiana Pacers 103-102 in a wild Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals Wednesday night.More >>
LeBron James caught the inbounds pass, changed direction and immediately attacked the rim.More >>
AP Source: Coach K returning to US men's team
AP Source: Coach K returning to US men's team
By BRIAN MAHONEY AP Basketball Writer A person with knowledge of the decision says Mike Krzyzewski has agreed to return as U.S. men's Olympic basketball coach.More >>
By BRIAN MAHONEY AP Basketball Writer Mike Krzyzewski had decided to remain coach of the U.S. men's Olympic basketball team.More >>
NBA draft order set, so who goes No. 1?
NBA draft order set, so who goes No. 1?
By JON KRAWCZYNSKI AP Basketball Writer The Cleveland Cavaliers are on the clock.More >>
By JON KRAWCZYNSKI AP Basketball Writer The Cleveland Cavaliers are on top of the NBA draft yet again, only this time there is no LeBron James waiting to save them. There may not even be a Kyrie Irving.More >>
Spurs can't ease up despite 2-0 lead on Grizzlies
Spurs can't ease up despite 2-0 lead on Grizzlies
If the Western Conference finals seem the slightest bit over after two San Antonio wins, hold that thought for a minute.More >>
If the Western Conference finals seem the slightest bit over after two San Antonio wins, hold that thought for a minute.More >>
Spurs can't ease up despite 2-0 lead on Grizzlies
Spurs can't ease up despite 2-0 lead on Grizzlies
If the Western Conference finals seem the slightest bit over after two San Antonio wins, hold that thought for a minute.More >>
If the Western Conference finals seem the slightest bit over after two San Antonio wins, hold that thought for a minute.More >>

BaseballMore>>
Sanchez loses no-hit bid in 9th, Tigers beat Twins
Sanchez loses no-hit bid in 9th, Tigers beat Twins
Anibal Sanchez took a no-hitter into the ninth inning before Minnesota's Joe Mauer broke it up with a one-out single, and that was the only hit the Detroit right-hander allowed in the Tigers' 6-0 victory over...More >>
Anibal Sanchez took a no-hitter into the ninth inning before Minnesota's Joe Mauer broke it up with a one-out single, and that was the only hit the Detroit right-hander allowed in the Tigers' 6-0 victory over the...More >>
Zimmermann wins 8th; Nationals top Phillies 5-2
Zimmermann wins 8th; Nationals top Phillies 5-2
Jordan Zimmermann became the National League's first eight-game winner, and the Washington Nationals followed a calamitous road trip with a winning start to a homestand, beating the Philadelphia Phillies 5-2 on...More >>
Jordan Zimmermann became the National League's first eight-game winner, and the Washington Nationals followed a calamitous road trip with a winning start to a homestand, beating the Philadelphia Phillies 5-2 on Friday...More >>
Sanabia : I didn't know spitter was against rules
Sanabia : I didn't know spitter was against rules
Miami Marlins pitcher Alex Sanabia says he didn't know it was illegal to spit on the ball, the way he did Monday against the Philadelphia Phillies.More >>
Miami Marlins pitcher Alex Sanabia said he didn't know it was illegal to spit directly onto a baseball.More >>
Yankees' Teixeira to play in minors on Wednesday
Yankees' Teixeira to play in minors on Wednesday
Yankees first baseman Mark Teixeira expects to play in his first game since hurting his right wrist in early March, suiting up for a minor-league game with Double-A Trenton on Wednesday.More >>
Yankees first baseman Mark Teixeira expects to play in his first game since hurting his right wrist in early March, suiting up for a minor-league game with Double-A Trenton on Wednesday.More >>
Teixeira expects to play in minors Wednesday
Teixeira expects to play in minors Wednesday
Yankees first baseman Mark Teixeira says he expects to play in a minor-league game Wednesday with Double-A Trenton.More >>
Yankees first baseman Mark Teixeira says he expects to play in a minor-league game Wednesday with Double-A Trenton.More >>
A-Rod sells Miami Beach home for $30M
A-Rod sells Miami Beach home for $30M
New York Yankees slugger Alex Rodriguez has sold his Miami Beach home for $30 million.More >>
New York Yankees slugger Alex Rodriguez has sold his Miami Beach home for $30 million.More >>
Brewers team up on beer to help military families
Brewers team up on beer to help military families
Craft breweries from around the country are toasting the troops with a beer aged with a unique ingredient that symbolizes America's pastime - baseball bats.More >>
Craft breweries from around the country are toasting the troops with a beer aged with a unique ingredient that symbolizes America's pastime - baseball bats.More >>
Francona manages at Fenway for 1st time since 2011
Francona manages at Fenway for 1st time since 2011
Terry Francona is back at Fenway Park as an opposing manager for the first time since he left the Red Sox.More >>
Terry Francona felt right at home in the visiting dugout.More >>
Ex-US captain Reyna to direct NYC soccer team
Ex-US captain Reyna to direct NYC soccer team
A day after New York City FC was born, Claudio Reyna became the team's first employee.More >>
A day after New York City FC was born, Claudio Reyna became the team's first employee.More >>
Twins' Plouffe has concussion, on 7-day DL
Twins' Plouffe has concussion, on 7-day DL
The Minnesota Twins placed third baseman Trevor Plouffe on the seven-day disabled list with a concussion Wednesday after he was struck in the head by Dan Uggla's shin while breaking up an attempted double play.More >>
The Minnesota Twins placed third baseman Trevor Plouffe on the seven-day disabled list with a concussion Wednesday after he was struck in the head by Dan Uggla's shin while breaking up an attempted double play.More >>

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Patrick: Another Indy 500 'less and less likely'
Patrick: Another Indy 500 'less and less likely'
Danica Patrick still follows the Indianapolis 500 closely, even pre-organizing her race day schedule this Sunday so she can watch most of the event.More >>
Danica Patrick still follows the Indianapolis 500 closely, even pre-organizing her race day schedule this Sunday so she can watch most of the event.More >>
Defending champ Keselowski tries to build on title
Defending champ Keselowski tries to build on title
Defending series champion Brad Keselowski believes he's still the fastest in Sprint Cup, even if his results four months into the season don't bear that out.More >>
Defending series champion Brad Keselowski believes he's still the fastest in Sprint Cup, even if his results four months into the season don't bear that out.More >>
Family Ties: Jarrett, Petty enter NASCAR hall
Family Ties: Jarrett, Petty enter NASCAR hall
NASCAR honored members of its royal families with inductions into the Hall of Fame on Wednesday.More >>
NASCAR honored a pair of its most famous and successful families with inductions into the Hall of Fame on Wednesday.More >>
Smith makes headlines heading into Hall vote
Smith makes headlines heading into Hall vote
Bruton Smith just can't help himself sometimes.More >>
Bruton Smith just can't help himself sometimes.More >>
Young Americans waste no time qualifying for Indy
Young Americans waste no time qualifying for Indy
Two young American drivers who had a rough night Saturday, made qualifying for the Indianapolis 500 look easy Sunday.More >>
Bump Day at Indianapolis followed the script.More >>
Jimmie Johnson races to record 4th All-Star win
Jimmie Johnson races to record 4th All-Star win
Jimmie Johnson became the first four-time winner of NASCAR's annual All-Star race Saturday night at Charlotte Motor Speedway.More >>
Cross another milestone off of Jimmie Johnson's list. He stands alone in All-Star history.More >>
Ed Carpenter earns Indy 500 pole
Ed Carpenter earns Indy 500 pole
Ed Carpenter knew he was capable of another fast run, and it earned him the pole for the Indianapolis 500.More >>
Ed Carpenter turned Pole Day into a family celebration.More >>
Will Power grabs early lead in race for Indy pole
Will Power grabs early lead in race for Indy pole
Australia's Will Power found extra speed during Saturday morning's practice, then posted a four-lap qualifying average of 228.844 mph to tentatively grab the Indianapolis 500 pole.More >>
Will Power was the most relieved man in Roger Penske's garage Saturday.More >>
Andretti team is clear favorite for Indy pole
Andretti team is clear favorite for Indy pole
Michael Andretti might never have a better chance to win the Indianapolis 500 pole.More >>
Everything seems to be lining up for Michael Andretti this May.More >>
Busch will understand if Kahne retaliates soon
Busch will understand if Kahne retaliates soon
Kyle Busch holds a 3-0 advantage over Kasey Kahne this season and understands Kahne may be planning some retaliation.More >>
Kyle Busch holds a 3-0 advantage over Kasey Kahne this season and understands Kahne may be planning some retaliation.More >>

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