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Cubs sweep Pirates behind Marquis
August 28, 2008
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Two bunts, one double and nine well-pitched innings. The Chicago Cubs proved on a Wrigley Field-like day they can win when their bats aren't booming, and their by-the-textbook victor » Full Story
No. 2 pick Alvarez claims Pirates deal not valid
August 28, 2008
PITTSBURGH (AP) — No. 2 draft pick Pedro Alvarez refused to sign his contract with the Pittsburgh Pirates, and the players' association filed a grievance Wednesday claiming the Aug. 15 deadline was un » Full Story
Pirates' Hansen optioned, Chavez called up
August 28, 2008
PITTSBURGH (AP) _ Right-hander Craig Hansen, struggling with his control since being traded to Pittsburgh last month, was optioned to Triple-A Indianapolis on Wednesday.
The Pirates pic » Full Story
The Pirates pic » Full Story
Steelers won't see much of Panthers starters
August 28, 2008
PITTSBURGH (AP) — Again, it's only the preseason, when the results and statistics don't count, the starters almost never play past halftime, the tailgating isn't as spirited as during the regular seas » Full Story
NFL commissioner Goodell meets with Rooneys
August 28, 2008
NEW YORK (AP) _ NFL commissioner Roger Goodell didn't issue any ultimatums after meeting with the five Rooney brothers about the future of the Pittsburgh Steelers.
He did emphasize that » Full Story
He did emphasize that » Full Story
Arroyo, Hanigan lead Reds to 2-1 win over Astros
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HOUSTON (AP) — Ryan Hanigan wanted to make sure baseball's instant replay system wouldn't start for a few more days.Hanigan hit a solo homer that would have probably drawn a review in » Full Story
Steelers still prepping Leftwich for season
August 27, 2008
PITTSBURGH (AP) — He has thrown more passes in the preseason than starter Ben Roethlisberger. That doesn't mean the Steelers have seen nearly enough of their new backup quarterback, Byron Leftwich.» Full Story
Cubs beat Pirates with 7-run 8th, 7 Soto RBIs
August 27, 2008
PITTSBURGH (AP) _ Geovany Soto drove in seven runs and the Chicago Cubs overcame Alfonso Soriano's second dropped fly ball in Pittsburgh this season to rally for a 14-9 victory over the Pirates on Tue » Full Story
Cliff Lee helps Indians win 9th straight game
August 27, 2008
DETROIT (AP) — Cliff Lee got his American League-leading 19th win and Ben Francisco hit two home runs in the Cleveland Indians' ninth straight victory, 10-4 over the Detroit Tigers on Tuesday night.» Full Story
Arroyo, Hanigan lead Reds to 2-1 win over Astros
August 27, 2008
HOUSTON (AP) — Bronson Arroyo pitched Cincinnati's first complete game of the season and Ryan Hanigan hit a solo homer that would have probably drawn an instant replay review in the Reds' 2-1 win over » Full Story