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Miami Heat adds a bit more cap space to sign free agents with waiving of...
Miami, which also might be shopping Michael Beasley to gain more salary cap space, is seeking the capability to sign its own free agent, Dwyane Wade, and two other stars to maximum contracts. Jones'...
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P.M. Cleveland Indians links: Shin-Soo Choo playing like an All-Star, will...
Unlike in the NBA or NFL, every team has to be represented in the major league All-Star Game. Choo, with his all-around game, would maybe be a candidate, anyway. Chuck Crow, The Plain Dealer Shin-Soo...
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World Cup 2010: Villa the difference as Spain beats Portugal, 1-0
Spain spent most of the night trying to break through Portugal's defense. David Villa finally did it. Villa scored off his own rebound in the 63rd minute, giving the European champs a 1-0 victory View...
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The LeBron rumor mill: Wesley on the outside at meetings?
Surprised that the speculation is flying fast and furiously as the free-agent clock winds down? Neither are we. The Plain DealerWilliam "Wes" Wesley (left) has touted his closeness to LeBron James,...
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LeBron James' big decision: Is the grass really greener somewhere else? Terry...
Realistically, what else could the Cavaliers have done to show LeBron James that they want to win? John Kuntz / The Plain DealerYes, there have been three disappointing postseasons since LeBron James...
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Akron's Bryce Stowell, Lonnie Chisenhall and John Drennen are all-stars:...
Stowell is having a spectacular season as a relief pitcher. Third baseman Chisenhall is one of the Indians' top prospects. Drennen is a solid contact hitter and outfielder. Chuck Crow, The Plain...
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Pepper Pike's Scott Smith grabs first-round lead at Cleveland Junior Open
Smith's 1-under 71 was good for the first-round lead of the 54-hole Cleveland Junior Open at Red Tail Golf Club in Avon. PD photoScott Smith was the only player to post a round under par in Monday's...
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Brian Shaw a front-runner (without an offer) for Cleveland Cavaliers coaching...
Tuesday, the team wrapped up a two-day interview with Lakers assistant Brian Shaw. By all accounts it was a positive series of meetings. UPDATED: 9:39 p.m. View full sizeAssociated PressLakers...
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Matt LaPorta homers, Kerry Wood slams the door in Cleveland Indians 5-4 victory
The Indians strike early and hold on at the end thanks to Matt LaPorta's power and another good showing by the bullpen. Joshua Gunter / The Plain DealerMatt LaPorta watches his sixth-inning home run...
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Father's Day offers a chance to celebrate for a grieving John McDonald:...
Former Indian John McDonald hasn't hit many home runs in his big-league career. On Father's Day the Toronto infielder hit a big one for a special person. Tom Mihalek / Associated PressFormer Indians...
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LeBron James links: Free agency knocking on his door at midnight
James could have signed a longer contract extension several years ago. Now, the Cavaliers are competing with several other teams for the two-time MVP. Joshua Gunter, The Plain Dealer One thing that...
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Local boys within reach in final round of Cleveland Junior Open; Ohio's...
Thanks to a 1-over 73, Avon's Beau Titsworth, whose family lives along the 10th hole, shot himself into contention with a 36-hole total of 151. John Kuntz / PDAvon's Beau Titsworth is on a crowded...
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Cleveland Cavaliers in contract talks with Byron Scott as head coach
Team renews talks with Scott, a two-time Finals coach with the New Jersey Nets. UPDATED: 11 p.m. (Note: AP is now reporting Byron Scott has accepted the Cavaliers' job) AP photoByron Scott had shown...
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Choo, LaPorta HRs support Laffey as Cleveland Indians win fourth straight, 3-1
Aaron Laffey celebrated the birth of his son with his first victory of the season Wednesday night in the Indians' 3-1 win over Toronto. The Indians have won four straight and go for the sweep today...
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Westbrook improving his worth as trade bait, but still 'comfortable' with...
Jake Westbrook, a candidate to be traded this year, says he'd consider re-signing with the Indians at the end of the season. Gus Chan / The Plain DealerJake Westbrook could appeal to a team in need of...
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In finding a coach, Cavaliers offer another gift to LeBron: Bud Shaw's Sports...
Byron Scott is a poker chip for the Cavs in the high stakes game of NBA free agency, Bud Shaw writes in his Spin column. Bill Haber / Associated PressByron Scott's agent is also the representative for...
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Michael Brantley hitting with authority and running with aggression: Minor...
Brantley is not only making contact, but driving the baseball, too. He's showing signs of being the same player who stole 46 bases at Columbus last season. Chuck Crow, The Plain Dealer The Indians...
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The LeBron free agency: Breaking down how the NBA's MVP and the Cleveland...
In the history of the league, there has never been such a moment, a 25-year-old two-time Most Valuable Player with such freedom and such choices of where to play. John Kuntz / The Plain DealerIt's not...
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LeBron James has open mind, Byron Scott on verge of finalizing contract and...
LeBron James enters free agency undecided on future, Cavs draw close to deal with Byron Scott and other Cavs free agent news Scott Shaw/The Plain DealerLeBron James is officially a free agent.On the...
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Byron Scott accepts Cavs' job, AP reports
Scott previously coached in New Jersey and New Orleans. The 49-year-old won three NBA titles as a player and took the Nets to two finals as a coach. View full sizeAPByron Scott: Reported to have...
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