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Bay has 4 hits, Sox beat Royals Wed, 06 Aug 2008 00:57:00 EDT
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Jason Bay had four hits and two RBIs and Josh Beckett pitched effectively into the seventh inning to help the Boston Red Sox beat the Kansas City Royals 8-2 last night.
Beckett, 0-3 with a 5.31 earned run average while allowing 29 hits in 20 1-3 innings in his previous three starts, held the Royals to four hits and two runs in 6 2-3 innings. He struck out seven and walked two.

Plenty of quit in Manny Wed, 06 Aug 2008 00:57:00 EDT
So Manny Ramirez is gone, baby, gone, and everyone seems to have an opinion on whether that's good or bad for the Boston Red Sox.
But one thing's sure, whether you thought he was quirkily lovable or a clown in cleats: He sent out just about every bad message there is.

Hamilton, Harrison help Rangers beat Yankees Wed, 06 Aug 2008 00:56:00 EDT
ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Josh Hamilton hit his 27th homer, rookie Matt Harrison pitched into the seventh inning and the Texas Rangers hung on for an 8-6 victory over the New York Yankees on Tuesday night.

Favre leaves Lambeau, maybe Pack Wed, 06 Aug 2008 00:56:00 EDT
GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) — The bond between Brett Favre and the Green Bay Packers appears to be broken beyond repair.
Packers coach Mike McCarthy said last that after approximately six hours of what he called "brutally honest" conversations with Favre over the past two days, the three-time MVP just isn't in the right mind-set to be part of the team.

Flanagan to blog for Salem News during Olympics Wed, 06 Aug 2008 00:55:00 EDT
Follow Flanagan's 'olympic dream'
Distance running superstar Shalane Flanagan of Marblehead has agreed to write an exclusive blog, "Olympic Dreams," for The Salem News while she is in Beijing, China as a member of the United States track and field team.

Marblehead proves itself in tourney Wed, 06 Aug 2008 00:54:00 EDT
Marblehead's 9-year-old baseball all-stars have logged considerable mileage in the Cal Ripken Tournament the last few weeks.
So far, Marblehead has won the state tourney in Dighton and is now in the midst of the New England Regional at Wheelock Park in Keene, N.H.

Pats preparing for preseason opener against Baltimore Wed, 06 Aug 2008 00:54:00 EDT
FOXBORO — The New England Patriots play their preseason opener tomorrow night against the Baltimore Ravens at Gillette Stadium, a game that will begin auditions for the few contested spots on the team's 53-man opening day roster.

Fenwick girls, Beverly boys win titles Wed, 06 Aug 2008 00:54:00 EDT
NSHSBL
There's no debating which teams were the best in the North Shore High School Basketball League this summer. Both the Bishop Fenwick girls and Beverly boys teams ran through the entire schedule without a blemish.

Duggan's busy summer ending at Under-22 Series Wed, 06 Aug 2008 00:53:00 EDT
Meghan Duggan remembers when summer was a relaxing time spent with her family.
But when you're a world class athlete, sitting poolside or spending a day at the beach just isn't an option.
Duggan's summer vacation has consisted of hockey, classes at the University of Wisconsin, and more hockey.

Catching Up With ... Wed, 06 Aug 2008 00:52:00 EDT
You were Bentley's leader in catches (53) and receiving yards (645) in 2007. How are things stacking up for this year?
I've been living in Waltham, working in IT at the school and working out | this is probably the best shape I've ever been in. This year is a little different because the last few years we had a core group of receivers that had been together for several years. This year, there are more younger guys that will be looking to prove themselves.

Looking back before running ahead Tue, 05 Aug 2008 01:08:00 EDT
Shalane Flanagan
Editor's note: Shalane Flanagan, a Marblehead native, is currently in Beijing, China preparing to run both the 10K and 5K for Team USA in the 2008 Olympics. Flanagan, the American record holder in the 10,000 meters, 5,000 meters and 3,000 meters, will write a diary for The Salem News about her Olympic experience.

Kirshon sold on the benefits of tai chi Tue, 05 Aug 2008 01:07:00 EDT
Lisa Kirshon is the first to admit tai chi is not for everybody, but she knows the many benefits gained from this form of Chinese Martial Arts first hand and is passionate about sharing her knowledge to help others. The 49-year old Peabody woman is a Fitness Specialist at Brooksby Retirement Village and is also a superb competitor.

Love of game is driving force for Faulk Tue, 05 Aug 2008 01:07:00 EDT
On Pro Football
Shalise Manza Young
FOXBORO — When New England Patriots co-captain Kevin Faulk was cited for marijuana possession during the offseason, he readily admitted that it was an embarrassing situation for himself and his family.

The Mello brothers boost Beverly into postseason Tue, 05 Aug 2008 01:06:00 EDT
NORTH SHORE LEAGUE
The Mello brothers made sure the Beverly Recs baseball campaign wasn't going to end in the regular season.
Danny Mello homered, doubled and drove in three runs while older brother Matt Mello came on to record the final outs and earn a save as Beverly (10-11-1) defeated North Shore, 11-8, and clinched a spot in the North Shore League playoffs, which begin tonight.

Sports briefs Tue, 05 Aug 2008 01:05:00 EDT
Softball
The North Shore Storm Junior Olympic Softball team will hold tryouts at Great Oak Field on Pickering St. in Danvers Aug 16-17. On Aug. 16, tryouts for U-10 (born in 1998-99) are at 4 p.m., followed by U-12 (1996-97) at 5:15 and U-14 (1994-95) at 6:30. On Aug. 17 tryouts for U-16 (1992-93) are at 5 p.m., with U-18 (1990-91) and U-23 both at 6:15. All tryout sessions will last an hour. Storm teams participate in approximately seven A-level fast-pitch weekend tournaments throughout the region during the summer and also have a 12-week winter training program. Current rosters include players from Swampscott, Salem, Lynn, Danvers, Peabody, Saugus, Wakefield, Tewksbury, Lynnfield, Medford, Middleton, Everett, Marblehead, Lexington, North Reading, and New Hampshire. For further information go to northshorestorm.org.

Salem News sports schedule Tue, 05 Aug 2008 01:04:00 EDT
Today
(all events start at 4 p..m unless otherwise noted)
SUMMER BASKETBALL
North Shore High School League — Girls final at Plains Park, Danvers: Danvers vs. Bishop Fenwick

Sox can't rally in ninth, fall to Royals Tue, 05 Aug 2008 01:03:00 EDT
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Gil Meche won his fourth straight start and Alex Gordon homered to help the surging Kansas City Royals hold off the Boston Red Sox 4-3 last night.
Joakim Soria allowed a run in the ninth before Sean Casey flied out with runners at second and third to end it.

Statement season Wed, 06 Aug 2008 01:04:00 EDT
AMESBURY — A collection of former Amesbury High baseball players were dealt the second unforgiving ending to their respective baseball careers last evening.
Amesbury's Senior Babe Ruth team, which is comprised mostly of recent Amesbury High graduates who received little playing time as seniors, fell to Haverhill in a two-game sweep of the championship series. Haverhill outscored Amesbury, 27-2, over two nights.

A pitching edge: Nor'Easters take aim at first legion state title Tue, 05 Aug 2008 00:30:00 EDT
Rivaling the type of success that this summer's other blockbuster hit "The Dark Knight" has attained, the District 8 champion Newburyport Nor'Easters have provided thrills and chills on their way to their first state tournament appearance.

The Lake Show: Salisbury man wins Yankee Classic bodybuilding competition Tue, 05 Aug 2008 00:15:00 EDT
SALISBURY — Bodybuilding has come a long way since strongman-turned-professional muscle displayer Eugen Sandow first flexed his way into prominence, helping mold a pre-depression era society America into a biceps-loving, spring-pulley-stretching nation that eventually celebrated Sandow's bulky hamhogs and bodybuilding's rise in popularity in the Oscar-winning 1936 film "The Great Ziegfeld."

Local sports briefs Tue, 05 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EDT
Baseball
Extra Innings in Salisbury is accepting registration for its fall baseball and softball leagues, which will begin Sept. 6 and 7 with five different age divisions for baseball and three for softball. For more information, call 978-499-0063 or visit www.extrainnings-salisbury.com.

Local schedule Tue, 05 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EDT
Today
POST 150 LEGION BASEBALL: Newburyport vs. Hanover (12:30 p.m., Szot Field in Chicopee)

Amesbury High castoffs down to final loss Tue, 05 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EDT
HAVERHILL — A collection of Amesbury High baseball castoffs may not receive the ending to their respective baseball careers they deserve, but they'll certainly come close.
Amesbury's 16-, 17- and 18-year-olds playing in the Intertown Senior Babe Ruth League had their potential worst-to-first story get dealt a crushing blow last evening in the first game of a three-game championship series with a 15-2 loss to Haverhill. Nick Sheehan and Matt Scalesse shared pitching responsibilities in a game that was called due to the Mercy Rule after five innings.

Newburyport Babe Ruth 13s making playoff run Tue, 05 Aug 2008 00:00:00 EDT
Intertown Baseball League Babe Ruth
Newburyport 8, Pentucket 5
Connor Jednack, Camden Armstrong, Andrew Fiascone, Evan Habib and James Brightney collected hits in three-run Newburyport (12-2-1) fifth inning.

CB Sanders confident he can avoid distractions Mon, 04 Aug 2008 23:12:00 EDT
FOXBORO — Lewis Sanders expects to keep focusing on his goal of winning a job in the Patriots secondary no matter what distractions surface.
As a member of the Atlanta Falcons last year, he had a close-up view of Michael Vick's legal problems that could have diverted Sanders' attention from his job.

Sox flunk 1st road test Tuesday August 5, 2008
KANSAS CITY, Mo. - Clay Buchholz was looking for a grounder and he got one.

Finding safety in his studies Tuesday August 5, 2008
FOXBORO - It's Week 3 of training camp and the Patriots still have a nice competition going at cornerback, which is another way of saying no one has distinguished themselves.

'Nadoes jump-start their big week Tuesday August 5, 2008
WORCESTER - The Tornadoes started their big week with a bang.

Pedroia, Youkilis still streaking Tuesday August 5, 2008

Lester earns Pitcher of Month Tuesday August 5, 2008
KANSAS CITY, Mo. - After going 3-0 with a 2.05 ERA in July, Jon Lester has become the first Red Sox hurler to win American League Pitcher of the Month honors in six years.

Banged-up O-line a worry Tuesday August 5, 2008
FOXBORO - Laurence Maroney seems poised for a breakout season and yesterday spoke about the mutual benefits of continuity along the offensive line.

Halladay mystifies A's Tuesday August 5, 2008
TORONTO - Roy Halladay likes finishing what he starts, but the Toronto Blue Jays right-hander also knows when enough is enough.

Enjoying a low-key lifestyle Tuesday August 5, 2008
SHANGHAI, China - The swarm of photographers quickly reached more than a dozen, all for a can't-miss chance to witness a real superstar in action.

Busch can't back off in his pre-Chase rides Tuesday August 5, 2008
CHARLOTTE, N.C. - Kyle Busch can't win everywhere, proven by two horrendous races this season at Pocono Raceway.

TV, Radio Tuesday August 5, 2008

The Week Ahead Tuesday August 5, 2008

Taking success in stride Tuesday August 5, 2008
The two bass boats in Dave Andrews' driveway could well be a metaphor for the Bolton angler's year as the first FLW Outdoors "Living the Dream" tournament prize winner, giving him the opportunity to fish with the pros.

City has seen much Tuesday August 5, 2008
Don Morgan, a longtime Sports Street regular, would like to know what athletes or athletic events have brought the most publicity to Worcester.

Press Box Tuesday August 5, 2008
Police detained NBA star Paul Pierce in handcuffs during a weekend traffic stop on the Las Vegas Strip, but released him without issuing a summons. Las Vegas police officer Bill Cassell said yesterday that Pierce was handcuffed briefly after emerging "a little agitated" from a vehicle he was driving around 3 a.m. Sunday. The 6-foot-7, 235-pound Pierce was given field sobriety tests and a Breathalyzer, which registered below the legal limit. Cassell said Pierce was not arrested. A spoke

CCNB FOURBALL: Carvara, Docouto survive first-round test Wed, 06 Aug 2008 06:00 EST

DARTMOUTH — Dave Carvara is the club champion at Country Club of New Bedford, but nobody did him any favors in the first round of the 78th Annual CCNB Men's Fourball on Tuesday.

Dean's late burst can't help Gatemen Wed, 06 Aug 2008 06:00 EST

WAREHAM — Blake Dean's Cape League season took a while to get going.

Beckett, Bay batter Royals Wed, 06 Aug 2008 06:00 EST

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Jason Bay had four hits, including one of the weirdest doubles you will ever see, and two RBIs and Josh Beckett pitched effectively into the seventh inning to help the Red Sox beat the Kansas City Royals 8-2 on Tuesday night.

Favre divorce from Pack seems final Wed, 06 Aug 2008 06:00 EST

GREEN BAY, Wis. — The bond between Brett Favre and the Green Bay Packers appears to be broken beyond repair.

Mickelson has chance to elevate season Wed, 06 Aug 2008 06:00 EST

BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP, Mich. — Phil Mickelson already had crossed the finish line the last time he showed up at Oakland Hills.

LZR swimsuit takes center stage at Games Wed, 06 Aug 2008 06:00 EST

BEIJING — When Mark Spitz won his record seven Olympic gold medals in 1972, he looked as if he could have walked directly from the beach to the pool. He wore a mustache, drag be damned. He used no cap, so his hair flowed through the water. His...

Sox, Buchholz burnt out on hot night in KC Tue, 05 Aug 2008 06:00 EST

Clay Buchholz (2-7) gave up four runs and seven hits in six innings in the sweltering, muggy heat. The temperature at game time was 96 degrees, with a heat index of 103.

INSIDE THE PATRIOTS: Cassel still chasing No. 1 Tue, 05 Aug 2008 06:00 EST

FOXBORO — Matt Cassel is fighting for a job that he doesn't really want.

PATRIOTS NOTEBOOK: Slater's been a triple threat Tue, 05 Aug 2008 06:00 EST

FOXBORO — Matt Slater is trying to earn one roster spot by filling three positions.

Fairhaven's McGannon enriched by select tennis camp Tue, 05 Aug 2008 06:00 EST

With two years of organized play under his belt in Fairhaven's junior recreation program, Alex McGannon is still pretty new to tennis. But the 14-year-old product has a leg up after spending a recent week in a nationally sanctioned Leadership Camp in...

Baseball hopes Beijing isn't last ups Tue, 05 Aug 2008 06:00 EST

DURHAM, N.C. — On the corner of Blackwell Street and Jackie Robinson Drive, fans bustled under an American flag and pushed past six turnstiles. The announced crowd of 5,088 converged upon Durham Bulls Athletic Park to enjoy a mild Saturday night...

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