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Butterflies never arrive for reliever Vinnie Pestano during debut: Cleveland...
Pestano says the magnitude of the moment at Progressive Field on Thursday did not hit him until after the game. View full sizeChuck Crow / The Plain DealerVinnie Pestano worked a scoreless ninth...
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Ohio State Buckeyes backup runners should get some carries today: What to Watch
There isn't enough evidence to suggest a need for a change in the Buckeyes' running game, but seeing more of Jordan Hall and Jaamal Berry today would be intriguing. Just don't get too caught up in it....
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A listing of college football games nationally and locally. Today's Top 25 games No. 1 Alabama (3-0) at No. 10 Arkansas (3-0), 3:30 p.m., WOIO Channel 19 No. 3 Boise State (2-0) vs. No. 24 Oregon...
View ArticleTop-ranked, undefeated Akron men's soccer team dominates No. 2 Tulsa
The Zips (6-0) have defeated teams ranked No. 2, No. 3 and No. 4 in the nation by a combined score of 9-0. AKRON, Ohio — The Akron Zips put their consensus No. 1 soccer ranking on the line Friday...
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Closer Chris Perez leaves team to be with expectant wife: Cleveland Indians...
It's unknown when Perez will return after his wife goes into labor Friday with the couple's first child. View full sizeChuck Crow / The Plain DealerChris Perez left early Friday when his wife,...
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Cleveland Browns plan to get Josh Cribbs more involved in the offense
Browns plan to get Josh Cribbs more involved in the offense Sunday in Baltimore. Chuck Crow / The Plain DealerBig plays, such as this 65-yard touchdown pass to Josh Cribbs against Kansas City and...
View ArticleOhio State-Eastern Michigan pregame updates from Doug Lesmerises
Ohio State is favored by six touchdowns against the Eagles. Greetings from Ohio Stadium. The Buckeyes are on the field warming up and from the players who aren't in pads, it's easy to see how much of...
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Cleveland Browns know success in Baltimore depends on fending off Ray Lewis
Sunday's game against Baltimore begins and ends with 11-time Pro Bowl linebacker Ray Lewis. John Kuntz / The Plain DealerRay Lewis is using the NFL's fascination with young prospects instead of proven...
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Cleveland Indians' 14-hit attack overwhelms Zack Greinke, Royals, 7-1
The Indians moved out of last place in the AL Central. But can they stay there? UPDATED: 11:23 p.m. Chuck Crow / The Plain DealerAsdrubal Cabrera slides nearly uncontested into second base with a...
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Ohio State goes for the style points -- and gets them -- in dismantling of...
Another rout Saturday showed dimensions in Ohio State that make it fully capable of being ranked the nation's best college team. Marvin Fong / The Plain DealerWhen your offense is threatening all-time...
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Ohio State Report Card: It's good to be lucky (and healthy) in a runaway victory
Pryor dodges the Eagles and avoids any injuries, freshman kicker Drew Basil pleased with better length on kickoffs. Marvin Fong / The Plain DealerWere Terrelle Pryor and OSU coach Jim Tressel...
View ArticleCase Western Reserve dominates Denison, 37-7
Derek Bush scored three touchdowns as Case Western Reserve extended its regular-season winning streak to 34. Norm Weber Special to The Plain Dealer CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Derek Bush scored three...
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Browns won't be the only team pondering the Kevin Kolb question: NFL Insider
Before the Browns decide whether to pursue Eagles quarterback Kevin Kolb, they have to come to grips with what they want to be on offense. Ed Zurga / Associated PressKevin Kolb's potential value in a...
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Terry Pluto's Talkin' ... about the wary Ravens, the Browns' hidden...
The Ravens say they won't take the Browns lightly when the teams meet Sunday afternoon. AP file photoJosh Cribbs carries plenty of respect in the Baltimore Ravens' locker room, with the Ravens...
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On The Clock: Thinned by injury, OSU defense shrugs off Eagles' offensive...
Ohio State gave up three touchdowns to Eastern Michigan as a young secondary allowed some big pass plays. Jay LaPrete / Associated PressBackup defensive back Dominic Clarke (28) can't prevent Eastern...
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Will Mo Williams be ready to lead the revamped Cleveland Cavaliers? Hey, Brian!
Cavaliers beat writer Brian Windhorst answers some of this week's best letters in the fan mailbag. AP file photoMo Williams will be needed at his best for the Cavaliers to compete with the East's best...
View ArticleBlue Streaks hold off Pioneers: Local college football roundup
John Carroll maintains undefeated mark vs. Marietta, Mount Union rolls over Wilmington. John Carroll 24, Marietta 18: The Blue Streaks (1-2, 1-1 OAC) built a 24-6 lead through three quarters and held...
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NBA wants everyone to play nice ... but will refs 'T' angry stars? Bud Shaw's...
Watch out LeBron, the NBA is taking aim on a cast of star-studded complainers, Bud Shaw writes in his Sunday Spin. John Kuntz / The Plain DealerHistrionics such as this one displayed by a certain...
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Is Justin Masterson a starter (or even an Indian) in 2011? Hey, Hoynsie!
Beat writer Paul Hoynes answers the best (and otherwise) from this week's readers mailbag. Lisa DeJong / The Plain DealerJustin Masterson might not be a starter for some other teams in the big...
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