Angels rally to beat Twins behind RBI triples amid save milestone
Francisco Rodriguez earned his 50th save as the Los Angeles Angels defeated the Minnesota Twins 5-3 for a four-game split. Vladimir Guerrero and Gary Matthews Jr. delivered RBI triples in the eighth. Rodriguez needs seven more saves to tie Bobby Thigpen's 57 in 1990.
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Singh wins The Barclays in playoff for fourth FedEx Cup title
FedEx Cup leader Vijay Singh won The Barclays with a record fourth title after a playoff against Sergio Garcia. Singh tied Garcia with a long birdie on the first playoff hole and sealed victory with another birdie on the second extra hole, earning 11,000 FedEx Cup points to lead the standings.
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This Week's Football Schedule High Schools and Colleges
West Virginia pre season all state picks highlight Bluefield and Haysi players on MaxPreps list. Virginia Tech, East Carolina and three other big college games set for weekend. Local high school and college schedules include Friday nights games and Thursday EMATS Field dedication.
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Giants defensive end Osi Umenyiora to undergo season ending surgery
Osi Umenyiora faces season ending knee surgery after MRI reveals a tear in the lateral meniscus from Saturday's preseason game versus the Jets. The injury occurred in the second quarter and he will have the procedure Tuesday under care of Dr. Russell Warren.
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U.S. Men’s Volleyball Wins Gold Amid Tragedy
The United States defeated Brazil to capture the gold medal in a flawless tournament run. Coach Hugh McCutcheon missed the opening games as his father-in-law was fatally stabbed and his wife, a former Olympic volleyball player, was wounded in the attack the day before the event.
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U S, Spain clash ends with U S gold in Beijing
The United States beat Spain 118 to 107 to reclaim the Olympic gold in Beijing, ending a wait since 2000. LeBron James lauded the win, while Dwyane Wade led the scoring with 27 and Kobe Bryant added 20 as the Americans withstood a late challenge. Argentina beat Lithuania 87 to 75 for bronze.
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Beckham reflects on Princeton stay in final Rays game
Tim Poseeman played his final home game for the Princeton Rays in 2008, then learned someone paid $1,000 for the shirt off his back. He finishes 44 games with a .232 average, 28 runs, 11 RBIs and two homers, admitting mixed results but growth. Manager Joe Szekely praises his overall progress and learning across hitting baserunning fielding and game knowledge. He notes the challenge of pro ball and acknowledges the tougher pitching ahead.
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Fuller happy as a Hokie in Blacksburg
Richlands High School has a strong football tradition and Virginia Tech mirrors that spirit. Austin Fuller says Tech feels like home in Blacksburg, calling it great and noting similarities to Richlands. He sees the school as a natural fit for his football future.
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Hughes Primed for Senior Campaign at West Virginia
ORGANTOWN Adam M Hughes began football in Princeton in second grade and is set for his senior season at West Virginia. He recalls a long journey filled with highs and challenges, looking forward to a season he has awaited his whole life while planning to coach and teach after graduation in May.
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