Tony Stewart takes advantage of Jeff Gordon spin and wins again at Watkins GlenTony Stewart takes advantage of Jeff Gordon spin and wins again at Watkins Glen
Tony Stewart can’t wait to start the Chase.
Day: August 13, 2007
Howard, Moyer power Phillies over BravesHoward, Moyer power Phillies over Braves
No matter the injuries, the Philadelphia Phillies are fighting hard to stay in the playoff chase. Ryan Howard hit a three-run homer to back another solid outing from Jamie Moyer, leading the Phillies to a 5-3 win over the Atlanta Braves on Sunday night. Moyer (11-8) allowed three runs and seven hits in 6 1-3 innings to win his fourth straight decision.
Jays’ Burnett gets 1st win since May 22Jays’ Burnett gets 1st win since May 22
Now that A.J. Burnett has rejoined a rotation that includes Roy Halladay, the Toronto Blue Jays believe they are poised for improvement — and they’re only 6 1/2 games out of the wild card. Fresh off the disabled list, the right-hander gave up three hits pitching into the eighth inning and the Blue Jays beat the Kansas City Royals 4-1 Sunday night.
2 more Giles homers lift Padres by Reds2 more Giles homers lift Padres by Reds
If Brian Giles is going to hit for power anywhere, it’s at hitter-friendly Great American Ball Park against the Reds. San Diego’s right fielder hit two home runs for the second consecutive day and Jake Peavy remained unbeaten against Cincinnati in the Padres’ 10-4 victory Sunday. “I’ve hit the ball like that before,” said Giles.
Nationals avoid season sweep by ArizonaNationals avoid season sweep by Arizona
Even after opening the season 1-8, the Washington Nationals kept playing hard. So it came as no surprise that they refused to quit after spotting NL West-leading Arizona a five-run lead in the third inning. Jesus Flores hit a tying homer in the ninth and Felipe Lopez drove in the go-ahead run with a sacrifice fly as the Nationals rallied to beat the Diamondbacks 7-6 on Sunday afternoon.
Weaver pitches Angels to sweep of TwinsWeaver pitches Angels to sweep of Twins
The Minnesota Twins came into Angel Stadium struggling badly at the plate, so the last thing they needed was to face Los Angeles’ three best pitchers on consecutive days. Jered Weaver worked effectively into the eighth inning after equally impressive victories by Kelvim Escobar and John Lackey, and the AL West leaders got home runs from Chone Figgins and Jeff Mathis to beat the Twins 6-2 on…
Alexander, Seahawks top LT-less ChargersAlexander, Seahawks top LT-less Chargers
Shaun Alexander barely broke a sweat. LaDainian Tomlinson didn’t even suit up. That’s what happens when the last two NFL MVPs hook up in an exhibition opener. Alexander’s Seattle Seahawks beat Tomlinson’s San Diego Chargers 24-16 on Sunday night, getting the go-ahead points on a 36-yard field goal from Josh Brown with 7:18 left.
Pacman ‘attacked’ during wrestling eventPacman ‘attacked’ during wrestling event
Adam “Pacman” Jones ended up surrounded by police Sunday night. This time they were actors trying to help the suspended cornerback, though they couldn’t stop him from being allegedly “attacked.” Not a finger was laid on Jones on-camera Sunday at the Total Nonstop Action Wrestling event, but several were awfully close.
Millar’s HR in 10th lifts O’s over BoSoxMillar’s HR in 10th lifts O’s over BoSox
Eric Gagne sat in front of his locker, his head down and his shoulders sagging. He wasn’t the one who gave up the game-winning home run to Kevin Millar, yet the struggling reliever heaped all the blame for Boston’s latest defeat squarely upon himself. Again. Millar hit a three-run homer in the 10th inning after Miguel Tejada tied it with a shot off Gagne in the eighth, leading the Baltimore Orioles…
Alou’s homers help Mets avoid sweepAlou’s homers help Mets avoid sweep
After the Mets endured tough losses the previous two nights because of bullpen meltdowns, Aaron Heilman and Billy Wagner were hoping for a chance to redeem themselves. So it was appropriate that the New York bullpen found itself in another squeaker Sunday against Florida. This time, Heilman, Wagner and Co.