Travis Hafner, Shin-Soo Choo homer as Indians defeat Tigers, 4-0
Indians defeat Tigers, 4-0, in first game of doubleheader. CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Shin-Soo Choo was in one of his do-it-all modes as the Indians defeated the Tigers, 4-0, in the first game of a...
View ArticleManny Acta mixes optimism and honesty into his 2010 season review: Terry Pluto
Terry Pluto is talking to himself after Manny Acta talks Tribe. Chuck Crow / The Plain DealerWhile Manny Acta found reason for encouragement for the 2011 Indians, Terry Pluto says Acta's justified...
View ArticleJerome Harrison playing the waiting game as Cleveland Browns focus on Peyton...
Jerome Harrison says he has no idea what his role will be now that Peyton Hillis has become a feature back for the Browns. John Kuntz / The Plain Dealer"I don't anticipate anything and I don't expect...
View ArticleAn early challenge for Byron Scott: How will the Cleveland Cavaliers split...
Two of the Cavs' most talented players play the same position -- J.J. Hickson and Antawn Jamison. How will Byron Scott find playing time for both? Chris Young / Canadian PressThere's little question...
View ArticleTony Grossi and Mary Kay Cabot preview Cleveland Browns vs. Cincinnati...
Plain Dealer’s Cleveland Browns beat writers Tony Grossi and Mary Kay Cabot preview Sunday’s game against the Cincinnati Bengals Cleveland Browns Stadium. Plain Dealer’s Cleveland Browns beat writers...
View ArticleCleveland Indians squeeze past Tigers, 4-3, to sweep doubleheader
The Indians complete a sweep of the Tigers in the final home games of the 2010 season. UPDATED: 11:09 p.m. Chuck Crow / The Plain DealerDespite having to deal with a helmet-high pitch from a...
View ArticleOSU's Terrelle Pryor can take a licking, and keep on flicking touchdown passes
Pryor is figuring out how and when to stay in the pocket and not take a sack, but also take a hit and make a throw. Neal C. Lauron / Columbus DispatchOne of the Big Ten's most powerful physiques,...
View ArticleRyder Cup glory would brighten Tiger Woods' dismal 2010: Bud Shaw's Sports Spin
There's one early sign that things just might be looking up for Tiger Woods at the Ryder Cup, Bud Shaw says in his Spin column. Peter Morrison / Associated PressTiger Woods (here with Jim Furyke...
View ArticleLeBron James says fans fear the Miami Heat
LeBron James and the rest of his Miami Heat teammates are aware that boos will rain down from the rafters whenever the team plays on the road. For James, writes NESN.com reporter Michael Hurley, the...
View ArticleCleveland Browns QB Jake Delhomme returns to work
He'll be limited at practice, but coach Eric Mangini said he'll start if healthy. John Kuntz / The Plain DealerJake Delhomme will start if he's healthy on Sunday.BEREA -- Browns quarterback Jake...
View ArticleCleveland Browns fans don't demand enough from the franchise, says Bud Shaw...
PD columnist says no other NFL fans would stand for the product the Browns have fielded since returning in 1999. Eric Mangini: Bud Shaw says he's surprised the coach kept his job after the awful 2009...
View ArticleIllinois wants history to repeat itself against Ohio State
Ohio State watched its national championship dreams take a hit when Illinois defeated the then-No. 1 Buckeyes, 28-21, on Nov. 10, 2007. Chicago Tribune reporter Shannon Ryan takes us back to when...
View ArticlePaul Hoynes talks Indians baseball - Podcast
Does the recent winning streak have any meaning in the big picture? Who are the keys to this team putting together a strong pitching staff next season? Find out Paul Hoynes' thoughts on the team's...
View ArticleOhio State's Professor Tressel delivers the do's and don'ts of coaching
Students huddle up around Professor Tressel. View full sizeAP FileWhatever you do, don't tell the guy who teaches the twice-weekly class on coaching that the dog ate your homework.Columbus, Ohio --...
View ArticleOhio State tight end Jake Stoneburner expected to miss Illinois game
The offense would change without Stoneburner, especially when the Buckeyes want to put two tight ends in the game. Marvin Fong, The Plain DealerOhio State tight end Jake Stoneburner, 11, is Ohio...
View ArticleLeBron James' manager Maverick Carter says race played role in coverage of...
LeBron James says race does sometimes play a part in coverage of his decision to swap Cleveland for Miami but refuses to expound on the claim by his manager, Maverick Carter. View full sizeWilfredo...
View ArticleBrowns Comment of the Day: Seneca Wallace should start
"Seneca has looked really good the past two games. He is better for the offense because he can move and Delhomme is a turnover machine. We can win this week if we run the ball and control the short...
View ArticleIndians Comment of the Day: Summers are better when the Indians are better
"I am glad to see the Tribe playing good ball whenever it happens. And I do hope they can put something together that resembles a winning team next season. Summer is so much more enjoyable when the...
View ArticleCavaliers Comment of the Day: Don't forget about Powe
"Another player that I feel will have to be factored into the power forward mix is Leon Powe. He brings a much need toughness and low post game to the Cavaliers. Against most teams, the Cavaliers can...
View ArticleOhio State Comment of the Day: This year's team is special
"I don't want to be too quick in saying that Terrelle Pryor gets it, but he may get it. If he does, then the Buckeyes will be fine. We really do have too much talent this year to blow it. Tressel has...
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