Missy Franklin shines with Olympic gold and fanfare
London AP Missy Franklin, 17, won Olympic gold in the 100-meter backstroke after a relay bronze, boosting a rising career. Bieber tweeted admiration as Franklin juggles five more events, while teammates and coaches praised her stamina and positive, stud-like presence.
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Best USA gymnastics team earns gold in thrilling final
U S coach John Geddert hails the 2012 squad as the best ever, led by Jordyn Wieber and Gabby Douglas. The Americans vault to an early lead with Amanars, while Russia and Romania challenge on uneven bars. Mustafina falters on balance beam as the U S clinches gold.
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Amendola Grapples Return From Injury That Ended 2011
St Louis Rams receiver Danny Amendola says he is healthy and focused on the comeback after dislocating his left elbow in the 2011 opener against Philadelphia. Once Bradford’s target in 2010 with 85 receptions, Amendola played 16 games in 2010 and returned 90 kickoffs and punts. He does not dwell on the past, noting injuries are part of the game.
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Royals acquire Joseph Sulbaran in Broxton trade with Reds
The Kansas City Royals traded right-hander Jonathan Broxton to Cincinnati for minor league lefty Donnie Joseph and right-hander J. C. Sulbaran. Joseph, 24, posted a 4-1 record with five saves and a 2.86 ERA in 18 AAA relief appearances for Louisville and logged 0.89 ERA in 26 Pensacola outings. Sulbaran, 22, is 7-7 with a 4.04 ERA in 19 Pensacola starts. he has 111 strikeouts in 104.2 innings. Broxton was 1-2 with 23 saves and a 2.27 ERA in 35 Royals relief appearances.
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Saints draft Roaf to bolster line as Dome Patrol shifts
Roaf, a first round hopeful entering the 1993 NFL draft, impressed New Orleans with his bulk and college versatility. To move up to eighth overall the Saints traded Pat Swilling, eyeing Roaf over Lincoln Kennedy while Mora weighed background and dedication, favoring Roaf’s Louisiana ties and family drive to train at the team facility.
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