Francona shrugs off Ramirez’s remarks
October 18, 2007
AP - Manny Ramirez’s work habits are more important than his words to Boston manager Terry Francona.
NFL reinstates Packers’ Koren Robinson
October 17, 2007
AP - The NFL reinstated suspended Green Bay Packers wide receiver Koren Robinson on Wednesday.
Yanks, Torre part ways after 12 seasons
October 17, 2007
AP - Joe Torre is out as manager of the New York Yankees, rejecting a substantial pay cut after the team failed to make it past the first round of the playoffs for the third straight year. Torre turned down a $5 million, one-year contract Thursday — $2.5 million less than he made last season.
Thrashers ax Hartley amid losing streak
October 17, 2007
AP - Bob Hartley was fired Wednesday as coach of the Atlanta Thrashers, who have lost their first six games and are the only NHL team without a victory.
NFL reinstates Packers’ Koren Robinson
October 17, 2007
AP - The NFL reinstated suspended Green Bay Packers wide receiver Koren Robinson on Wednesday.
Rockies Series tix will be online only
October 17, 2007
AP - The Colorado Rockies have changed their plans for selling World Series tickets, switching to online purchases only.
Magic defeat Cavaliers 90-86 in China
October 17, 2007
AP - The NBA took another step toward expanding its presence in China on Wednesday, with the Orlando Magic defeating the Cleveland Cavaliers 90-86 in an exhibition game behind Dwight Howard’s 31 points and 14 rebounds.
Fate of Yankees’ Torre remains in limbo
October 17, 2007
AP - Still no decision on Joe Torre. The New York Yankees manager remained in limbo Wednesday after a second day of meetings by team hierarchy failed to reach a conclusion.
NBA in talks with China to establish league
October 17, 2007
AFP - NBA commissioner David Stern said Wednesday he is in talks with sporting authorities in China to establish a world-class basketball league.
Biron posts shutout win over Thrashers
October 17, 2007
AP - Martin Biron established himself as Philadelphia’s No. 1 goalie the day he was acquired last season in a trade with Buffalo.
