Indians defeat Athletics, 5-4, in 10
Matt LaPorta's RBI single in the 10th inning gave the Indians a 5-4 victory over Oakland on Saturday night. Chuck CrowCleveland Indians' mob Matt LaPorta who knocked in the winning run in the 10th...
View ArticleIndians RF Shin-Soo Choo to disabled list; Michael Brantley recalled
Brantley being promoted to Cleveland, source says. CLEVELAND, Ohio -- The Indians are going to put right fielder Shin-Soo Choo on the disabled list and recall Michael Brantley from Class AAA Columbus....
View ArticleValbuena homers in Clippers win
The Columbus Clippers beat the Toledo Mud Hens Saturday night, as Luis Valbuena slugged a home run. MINOR-LEAGUE REPORT AAA Columbus Clippers Clippers 7, Mud Hens 1 Luis Valbuena clubbed his second...
View ArticleDuno draws Hunter-Reay's wrath
By John Kekis, Associated Press WATKINS GLEN, N.Y. -- Another race, another tirade directed at Milka Duno. After spinning out on his own and losing two fast laps in the first round of qualifying...
View ArticleWoods hitting longer with new ball
By Doug Ferguson, Associated Press NEWTOWN SQUARE, Pa. -- Tiger Woods has switched to a Nike golf ball that has a slightly harder cover and spins less than his previous model, which might explain why...
View ArticleTerry's Talkin': Cleveland Browns to move slowly with rookies in secondary
The plan is for the Browns to slowly work the rookies in the secondary into the lineup this season, Terry Pluto writes. ABOUT THE BROWNS . . . Here are some things I don't know will happen, but what I...
View ArticleCleveland Indians beat Oakland A's in 10 innings
The Indians won their seventh game in the last at-bat Saturday night. It took 10 innings and a game-winning single from Matt LaPorta, their hottest hitter, to do it. CLEVELAND -- Baseball luck can...
View ArticleContinental Cup results
Youth sports Continental Cup BASEBALL U12 Boys Diamond Dawgs 8, Wadsworth Grizzlies 4 Hudson Explorers 13, Solon Comets 9 Solon Comets 11, Triway Titans Express 10 Wadsworth Grizzlies 14, Diamond Boys...
View ArticleHey, Tony! tackles your questions about Hardesty, his Browns memories and more
Q: Hey, Tony: I know you always answer questions about the Browns, but how about some of your Browns thoughts? How and why did you ever start following the Browns? What is your favorite Browns memory...
View ArticleBoys basketball team from UK coached by mom at Continental Cup
Caroline Charles sat quietly on a table in the John Carroll University gymnasium, observing her Youngbloods basketball team prepare for the Cleveland Cavaliers Continental Cup International...
View ArticleThe circus comes to LeBron James: Bud Shaw's Sunday Spin
LeBron James didn't have to leave home to be part of the circus, Bud Shaw writes in his Sunday Spin. John Kuntz/The Plain DealerThe banner above makes the Cavsâ advantage in retaining LeBron James...
View ArticleGladiators rally for overtime win, 77-70, over Predators
The Gladiators still face a long road to make the Arena Football League playoffs. But they were able to keep those hopes alive Saturday night in their final road game of the season. By Ken...
View ArticleHey, Hoynsie fields your questions on luxury suites and Chris Perez
Got an Indians question? Send it in. Submit your question at cleveland.com/heyhoynsie, and Plain Dealer Indians beat writer Paul Hoynes will choose at least one to answer each Sunday here in the...
View ArticleLeBron James Rumor Mill: Waiting on pins and needles
In an eight-floor conference room in a Cleveland office building, LeBron James heard pitches from the Cavs and Bulls, the last two teams vying for his services next year and the years beyond. Thomas...
View ArticleDirk Nowitzki is staying with Mavs: NBA Free Agency Update
Meanwhile, Dwyane Wade still mulling decision after two meetings with Bulls and Hornets President says Chris Paul is staying in New Orleans. The Associated PressDirk Nowitzki is staying with the...
View ArticleLast-place Indians looking to trade, but demand is weak
Eight games left before the Indians put it in the barn for the All-Star break. Time flies when you’re having fun. Chuck Crow / The Plain DealerIndians closer Kerry Wood might garner interest from a...
View ArticleIndians RF Shin-Soo Choo likely to miss 6-8 weeks
RF Shin-Soo Choo likely will miss 6-8 weeks because of a right-thumb injury. Updated at 12:01 p.m. CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Indians right fielder Shin-Soo Choo will be sidelined for a while, likely 6-8...
View ArticleRafael Nadal beats Tomas Berdych for 2nd Wimbledon title
Rafael Nadal swept Tomas Berdych in straight sets Sunday to win his second Wimbledon title and eighth Grand Slam championship. The top-ranked Spaniard beat the 12th-seeded Czech 6-3, 7-5, 6-4 in 2...
View ArticleIndians RHP Fausto Carmona named to A.L. All-Star team
Indians RHP Fausto Carmona named A.L. All-Star. Fausto Carmona was named to his first All-Star game. (Joshua Gunter/ The Plain Dealer) CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Indians right-hander Fausto Carmona, who...
View ArticleThe LeBron-O-Meter: The video convinced us, but what about LeBron?
Watch the video the Cavs showed LeBron yesterday and then tell us if you think LeBron James will stay. Please stay, LeBron. (Photo by Joshua Gunter/The Plain Dealer)The Cavaliers posted part of their...
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