Lightning Draft status symbol Kenyon Martin's broken leg has turned him from consensus No. 1 pick into potential gamble. Scouting trip well worth time, money After scouring the globe, the Lightning drafted eight prospects from Europe and Russia. Et cetera 4 from bay area help Team Florida win gold medal The squad goes undefeated over 10 games at the USA Baseball Junior Olympic Trials in Tucson, Ariz. Karate, Krajicek new duo? Former Wimbledon champion Richard Krajicek sought a karate instructor to teach him how to fall, a lesson he said helped him win the 1996 Wimbledon singles title. Orlando loss has upside The Miracle sees good in its effort vs. Houston, which wins 70-58.

Hubert Mizell Rays now the team to watch This could be a dynamic week in Devil Rays medical history. Hit Show investments Jose Canseco, Greg Vaughn and Vinny Castilla are expected ASAP from the DL. Rick White: Rays' most valued pitcher Take all the high-priced arms the team has had and none equals the worth of the first big-league pitcher signed by the team. Test gets harder vs. East's elite The Devil Rays have done well for themselves with a 13-9 June record, leaving a horrible first two months in the rearview mirror. Baseball FSL all-star pick celebrates with a call to Cuba Clearwater Phillies outfielder Josue Perez was taking batting practice two weeks ago when his manager, Ken Oberkfell, called him to the side to tell him the news. Valdes making pitch for playing time in Houston Everything seemed to be set up perfectly for Marc Valdes.