Soriano ties Biggio with leadoff homer, Theriot and Soto connect as Cubs beat Padres 6-4

CHICAGO — Alfonso Soriano hit his 53rd career leadoff homer and the Chicago Cubs beat the San Diego Padres 6-4 in a rain-shortened game on Wednesday night.

Blackhawks take it easy for 2 days, await Detroit-Anaheim winner in Western finals

CHICAGO — On a night off, Brent Seabrook and some of his Chicago Blackhawks’ teammates made their way back to the United Center. It was time for relaxation and music, not hockey. Bruce Springsteen was in town.

Teammates Doornbos, Rahal following game plan in Indy 500 practice

INDIANAPOLIS — Robert Doornbos is trying to keep it simple. Graham Rahal is trying to keep it fast.

Evan Longoria’s grand slam helps Andy Sonnanstine and Rays beat Red Sox 6-2

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Evan Longoria extended his torrid hitting against Boston pitching with a grand slam and Carlos Pena also homered Friday night, helping the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Red Sox 6-2.

Hot-hitting Longoria’s grand slam helps Sonnanstine beat Red Sox 6-2

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Evan Longoria extended his torrid hitting against Bostom pitching with a grand slam and Carlos Pena also homered Friday night, helping the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Red Sox 6-2.

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.

Rose, Salmons lead Bulls to 128-127 victory over Celtics in triple OT

CHICAGO — One more thriller, and now, the Chicago Bulls and Boston Celtics will play a decisive seventh game.

Rondo making it tough for critics, Bulls as Celtics take 2-1 lead into Game 4

CHICAGO — The criticism came in a steady flow, like some never-ending layup line, and all Rajon Rondo did was take the next shot.

Jerry Kelly shoots 66s to take 1-stroke lead in Zurich Classic

AVONDALE, La. — Jerry Kelly moved into position for his first PGA Tour victory since his breakthrough 2002 season, shooting a 6-under 66 on Friday for a one-stroke lead in the Zurich Classic.

Suzuki’s homer, Hernandez’s dominance lead Mariners to 1-0 win over Rays

SEATTLE — Ichiro Suzuki lined James Shields’ second pitch of the game for a home run and ace Felix Hernandez helped his injury riddled team with a seven-inning gem in the Seattle Mariner’s 1-0 victory over the Tampa Bay Rays on Thursday.

Falcons acquire 10-time Pro Bowl TE Tony Gonzalez from Chiefs for 2010 pick

ATLANTA — The Atlanta Falcons boosted their hopes for another trip to the playoffs by acquiring tight end Tony Gonzalez from the Kansas City Chiefs on Thursday for a draft pick next year.

Chicago’s Derrick Rose takes rookie honors after leading Bulls to playoffs

NORTHBROOK, Ill. — Derrick Rose, who led his hometown Bulls to the playoffs and restored hope to a franchise in disarray, was the runaway pick as the NBA’s rookie of the year.

People familiar with award: Chicago’s Rose takes rookie honors after leading Bulls to playoffs

DEERFIELD, Ill. — Derrick Rose, who led his hometown Bulls to the playoffs and restored hope to a franchise in disarray, is the NBA’s rookie of the year.

Flawless Chowrasia 17th at Malaysian Open golf

KUALA LUMPUR - Indian golfers had mixed fortunes on the opening day as S.S.P. Chowrasia (69) alone was in the top-20 as South Korean teenager Noh Seung-yul fired a stunning 10-under-par 62 to snatch the first round lead at the Maybank Malaysian Open here Thursday.

Asia claim maiden win in golf’s Royal Trophy

BANGKOK - Asia claimed golf’s Royal Trophy for the first time after completing a stunning 10-6 triumph over Europe at Amata Spring Country Club Sunday.