Andretti dominates Vancouver Indy to close on Rahal
Michael Andretti wins his fourth race of the season at the Vancouver Molson Indy leading almost from start to finish and shrinking the gap to leader Bobby Rahal to 12 points after Rahal crashes out. Al Unser Jr. takes second with Rahal dropping to third in the standings.
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Diamonds Prevail In Odd Pig-Kiss Drama
Waterloo defeats Cedar Rapids 9-8 as Jeff Pearce belts two homers and a seventh inning sacrifice fly. Reds rally with Keith Gordon grand slam but Waterloo clinches the series loss.
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Smith seals Cardinals win with 12th August save
Lee Smith secured his 12th save in August as St. Louis shut out the Dodgers 3 0. He worked a perfect ninth for his 36th save, while Los Angeles slumped to a third straight loss and its worst stretch since 1905.
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Braves acquire Reardon to boost bullpen for stretch run
Jeff Reardon, the career saves leader, was traded from Boston to Atlanta as the Braves, four games ahead of Cincinnati in the NL West, seek late-season leverage. Alejandro Pena is on the Braves DL. Reardon, 27 saves this season, expects to contribute heavily and become postseason eligible.
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Tapani and Twins top Yankees 5-3 in Minneapolis
Kevin Tapani earned his sixth win over New York in seven career decisions as Minnesota defeated the Yankees 5-3. Sam Militello took the loss, while Rick Aguilera earned his 33rd save as the Twins padded their early lead with hits by Puckett Gagne Pagliarulo and Mack.
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Connors Near 40 Defies Odds After Wimbledon Win
Connors speaks of pushing himself to the limit in comeback wins over McEnroe Krickstein and Haarhuis as he eyes the U S Open and hints his longevity may hinge on enduring pain. He reflects on France and compares his drive to Ali's Manila battle while noting his wife and mother worry tennis could kill him. Agassi credits Wimbledon triumph energizing his career during an Arthur Ashe Foundation event.
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