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 Devil Rays
Devil Rays begin mending fences
John McHale Jr., the chief operating officer, says the team blames no one else for its woes and will work to earn support.
Bullpen spoils it for Rupe, Rays
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Starter's strong outing is wasted in 8-2 loss to Boston, Tampa Bay's fifth straight.
Hamilton ready to resume career
ST. PETERSBURG -- Josh Hamilton envisioned standing at the plate at Tropicana Field this season, although not in these circumstances.
Agent: Rays can trade, not release, Williams
ST. PETERSBURG -- The agent for Gerald Williams said if the Rays want to trade the slumping outfielder, the two would help facilitate a deal, perhaps by restructuring terms of his contract. But if the Rays choose to release Williams, agent Seth Levinson said he is prepared to fight them. |
Darrell Fry
Prep stars need draft protection
The NBA draft is less than a week away, which means the fine folks at the league office probably are getting more than a little antsy. They are bracing for what is likely going to be the biggest arrival of high school talent ever.
Lightning
Spezza looks special
The junior prospect is compared with Penguins' Mario Lemieux and Lightning's Brad Richards.
Top North American prospects
The top prospects as ranked by NHL Central Scouting:
Golf
Davies back in a betting mood
On a favorite course, and with new confidence, she sees herself challenging for a hall of fame win.
Major losers are in scary situations
There used to be a time Greg Norman entered just about every major championship as the favorite. And when he walked away without the title, either due to some miraculous shot that felled him, a poor final round or simply not having a good week, the reaction was usually the same: He still will win his share.
Shorts
NBA briefs
Magic refuses to pay $15,000 fine
Motorsports
Stewart digs in on road
With Winston Cup points leader Jeff Gordon's three victories in a row at Sears Point Raceway, most would argue Gordon is untouchable on road courses.
Horse racing
Top-flight race shapes up Sunday in Canada
While American horse racing enters a brief lull between the Triple Crown season and a summer highlighted by the Travers Stakes at Saratoga, Canadian and English racing are enjoying the heart of their year.
Sports Etc.
Utley shines despite long out
When Chase Utley connected on a Ricardo Rodriquez pitch during the third inning of Saturday's all-star game, he watched two things -- the ball and outfielder Nic Jackson.
Buccaneer places ninth in mile at national meet
Rain forces Rolf Steier to wait a day before finishing in 4:14.13.
Daily fishing report
Proving there is no "correct" method for landing large tarpon, three of the biggest caught around here lately were enticed using different techniques.
