Astros’ Doug Brocail leaves game against Braves with strained left hamstring

ATLANTA — Houston relief pitcher Doug Brocail left Sunday’s game against Atlanta after straining his left hamstring on a play at first base in the eighth inning.

Cubs ace Carlos Zambrano leaves game with strained left hamstring

CHICAGO — Cubs starter Carlos Zambrano left Sunday’s game against the Florida Marlins with a left hamstring strain.

Diamondbacks reliever Tom Gordon injured in play at the play against Milwaukee

MILWAUKEE — Arizona reliever Tom Gordon injured his left leg while making a tag at home plate and left Sunday’s game against Milwaukee.

Injured Orlando Magic guard Courtney Lee not traveling with team to Boston for Game 1

ORLANDO, Fla. — Starting guard Courtney Lee will not travel with the Orlando Magic to Boston as he recovers from surgery on his fractured sinus.

With season on the line, O’Neal returns for Heat and Horford starts for Atlanta in Game 7

ATLANTA — Miami center Jermaine O’Neal was back in uniform for the deciding game of the series against Atlanta, and the Hawks’ front line was bolstered by the return of Al Horford.

Special teams coach breaks back, 11 others hurt in roof collapse at Cowboys’ practice facility

IRVING, Texas — Whenever a storm hits while the Dallas Cowboys are inside their practice facility, the sound of rain pelting the tent-like structure can drown out conversation. No matter the noise, safety rarely was an issue — until Saturday.

Injured Red Sox RHP John Smoltz expected to resume throwing Wednesday or Thursday

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Injured Red Sox pitcher John Smoltz could resume throwing Wednesday or Thursday.

Another rout, anyone? A series of blowouts goes the distance but fails to generate any drama

ATLANTA — A seven-game series is supposed to be the ultimate playoff thriller.

Special teams coach among at least 5 hurt in roof collapse at Cowboys’ practice facility

IRVING, Texas — Cowboys special teams coach Joe DeCamillis was among 12 people injured when winds just shy of tornado strength ripped through the roof of the team’s indoor practice facility during a rookie minicamp Saturday.

Special teams coach among at least 5 hurt in roof collapse at Cowboys’ practice facility

IRVING, Texas — Dallas Cowboys special teams coach Joe DeCamillis was among at least five people injured Saturday when the roof of the team’s practice facility collapsed during a storm.

Air-supported roof that covers Dallas Cowboys indoor practice field collapses in storm

IRVING, Texas — Four Dallas Cowboys staff members were injured Saturday when the roof of the team’s indoor practice facility collapsed.

Injured Magic guard Courtney Lee cleared to play, but will not be back for start of Round 2

ORLANDO, Fla. — Starting guard Courtney Lee has been medically cleared to play but is not expected back for the Orlando Magic anytime soon as he recovers from surgery on his fractured sinus.

Williams surprises Hawks, saying he wants to play in Game 6 against Heat

MIAMI — Even to the surprise of his coach, Atlanta forward Marvin Williams may be ready to play again.

Sharks coach Todd McLellan can’t get too excited about nomination for top coach award

SAN JOSE, Calif. — Any good coach would understand why Todd McLellan wasn’t exactly jumping for joy about the major coaching honor he received Friday.

Alex Rodriguez goes 1 for 6, doesn’t take questions after extended spring training game

BRADENTON, Fla. — Alex Rodriguez took another step toward rejoining the New York Yankees following hip surgery, batting seven times in an extended spring training game against Pittsburgh Pirates minor leaguers.

Vikings draft pick Harvin hospitalized with dehydration, swine flu ruled out

EDEN PRAIRIE, Minn. — The Minnesota Vikings first-round draft pick Percy Harvin has been hospitalized due to severe dehydration

Horford, Williams both to miss Game 6 of Hawks-Heat series

MIAMI — Atlanta starting forwards Al Horford and Marvin Williams will not play Friday in Game 6 of the Hawks’ Eastern Conference first-round series against the Miami Heat.

Patriots top draft pick Patrick Chung is a hard hitter and leader _ like Rodney Harrison

FOXBOROUGH, Mass. — Patrick Chung loves to smack opponents to the ground. Now he’d love to learn about playing safety in the NFL from a master — Rodney Harrison.

Wallaby and Reds flanker McMeniman expected to be out for up to 6 months with ankle injury

BRISBANE, Australia — Australia and Queensland Reds flanker Hugh McMeniman could miss up to six months after suffering an ankle tendon injury that will require surgery, the Super 14 team said in a statement on its Web site Friday.

Jazz coach Sloan has knee replacement surgery

SALT LAKE CITY — Utah Jazz coach Jerry Sloan has had right knee replacement surgery.

Denver Broncos start to clear up crowded backfield by releasing Selvin Young

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. — The Denver Broncos’ crowded backfield has become a bit clearer with the release of third-year tailback Selvin Young.

Under Armour recalls athletic cups due to risk for injury

WASHINGTON — Under Armour Inc. has issued a voluntary recall of more than 200,000 athletic cups as they can break when hit, posing a risk of serious injury to the wearer.

Orlando Magic’s Courtney Lee to have surgery, could be out for remainder of playoffs

PHILADELPHIA — Starting guard Courtney Lee had surgery on his fractured sinus Thursday and could miss the remainder of the playoffs for the Orlando Magic.

Rangers slugger Hamilton says rib cage injury better, but still not likely to play this week

ARLINGTON, Texas — Josh Hamilton expects to remain out of the Texas Rangers lineup until at least next week even though the slugger’s strained left rib cage muscle is feeling better after medication and treatment.

Ronaldo confident of reaching Euro final despite Man U’s failure to see off Arsenal at home

MANCHESTER, England — Manchester United’s failure to build a commanding lead over Arsenal has left its Champions League title defense exposed to a Gunners side rediscovering its attacking flair and cutting edge as the domestic season reaches its climax.

Indaina dismisses senior wide receiver Kellen Lewis from football team

BLOOMINGTON, Ind. — Indiana gave Kellen Lewis a second chance.

Heat star Dwyane Wade leaves Game 5 against Atlanta after hitting head on court

ATLANTA — Miami Heat star Dwyane Wade had to leave Game 5 against the Hawks after hitting his head on the court during the first quarter.

11th round: 1st-place Hurricanes seek better form against Blues in all-New Zealand matchup

WELLINGTON, New Zealand — Wellington captain Rodney So’oialo believes the Hurricanes haven’t found top form even though they lead the Super 14 rugby table entering Friday’s 12th of 14 regular-season rounds.

Indians place Hafner on DL with sore shoulder

CLEVELAND — Indians designated hitter Travis Hafner was placed on the disabled list Wednesday with a sore right shoulder, an injury that limited him to 57 games last season.

Jaguars release Charles Spencer days after drafting 2 offensive linemen

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The Jacksonville Jaguars released offensive tackle Charles Spencer on Wednesday, four days after using their first two draft picks to revamp the line.

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