Haier Play of the Day: Andrei KirilenkoHaier Play of the Day: Andrei Kirilenko
Jazz forward Andrei Kirilenko throws the behind-the-back assist for the Haier Play of the Day for October 10, 2007.
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Day: October 11, 2007
Haier Play of the Day: Troy HudsonHaier Play of the Day: Troy Hudson
Troy Hudson hits the game-winner in the Warriors’ 111-110 victory of the Lakers on October 9, 2007.
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Decision on Torre’s fate not coming soonDecision on Torre’s fate not coming soon
Deciding Joe Torre’s fate might take the New York Yankees longer than their playoff run. Meetings on the manager’s future won’t start until Friday at the earliest and might not even begin until next week. Even the site of the sessions hasn’t been definitely set, although they probably will take place at the team’s spring training complex in Tampa, Fla.
Rivera’s decision may depend on TorreRivera’s decision may depend on Torre
If the Yankees plan to keep calling on Mariano Rivera in the ninth inning, they might want to think carefully about who would be handing him the ball. Rivera isn’t happy that Joe Torre could be out as manager in New York and said the team’s decision will be factored into whether he returns. “I don’t feel good about it,” Rivera said Wednesday, two days after the Yankees’ third straight exit in the…
Boras hints A-Rod likely to opt outBoras hints A-Rod likely to opt out
Alex Rodriguez is ready to cash in. Again. Agent Scott Boras hinted Tuesday that A-Rod will opt out of the final three seasons of his contract with the New York Yankees and seek a new deal in the free-agent market that will lock him up through his pursuit of Barry Bonds’ home-run record. Boras negotiated Rodriguez’s record $252 million, 10-year agreement with the Texas Rangers before the 2001…
Blackhawks reassign senior VP PulfordBlackhawks reassign senior VP Pulford
Chicago Blackhawks senior vice president Bob Pulford was reassigned Thursday, the first major move by the team since Rocky Wirtz took over as chairman Oct. 5 after his father, William Wirtz, died last month. Pulford, who’s been with the Blackhawks since 1977 in numerous roles, including several stints as coach and general manager, was made vice president of Wirtz Corp., the team said in a news…
For now, Saints sticking with K MareFor now, Saints sticking with K Mare
Olindo Mare hit a number of field goals from various distances at Thursday’s practice, giving New Orleans Saints coach Sean Payton enough confidence to keep Mare active this Sunday night in Seattle. “Mare looked a lot better, looked sharp, did a good job,” Payton said. Mare, who hurt his right groin practicing an onside kick a little over a week ago, made only two of four field goal attempts during…
Winslow fires back kindly at PorterWinslow fires back kindly at Porter
Joey Porter may have changed jersey colors. His tone remains the same. Miami’s outspoken linebacker, who has waged a personal and sometimes profane battle against Browns tight end Kellen Winslow the past two years, renewed their feud earlier this week with more biting words. “He’s a receiver, really,” Porter said.
Testaverde may start Sunday for PanthersTestaverde may start Sunday for Panthers
Carolina Panthers quarterback David Carr missed practice for a second straight day Thursday with a sore back, increasing the chances 43-year-old Vinny Testaverde could start on Sunday at Arizona. Testaverde, signed on Wednesday, and undrafted rookie Matt Moore, signed just over a month ago, took all the snaps in practice for the banged-up Panthers.
Lakers owner would consider trading KobeLakers owner would consider trading Kobe
Kobe Bryant may get his wish after all. Los Angeles Lakers owner Jerry Buss said he would consider trading Bryant, the NBA’s scoring leader the past two seasons, under the right circumstances. “I would certainly listen,” Buss told three Los Angeles-area beat writers covering training camp in Honolulu on Wednesday.