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Indians Club Rogers, Tigers

Kenny Rogers didn't make it out of the first inning when Cleveland scored seven runs and the Indians held off the Detroit Tigers long enough for a 12-7 victory Tuesday in Cleveland. Rogers (11-4) walked three and didn't retire any of the first seven hitters while being roughed up for a season-high seven runs and five hits in his shortest outing in more than 13 years.

Body Heat Key in Lance's Case? ; Temperature May Harm Cancer

CHICAGO A new but unproven theory says body heat might explain Lance Armstrong's astounding victory over testicular cancer. The theory disputed by Armstrong's doctor refers to the unusually high cure rate for testicular cancer, even when it has spread to other parts of the body.

Guiel's Gone Wild ; so Who Needs Bonds? Yankees Have Aaron

ARLINGTON, Texas As Yankees general manager Brian Cashman has proved before, there are potential gems to be found in the dustbin of discarded players. When the high demands by other clubs make the trade route difficult to navigate, there's always the waiver wire.

Damon's Back a Worry ; Freak Injury Keeping Him Out of Starting Lineup

ARLINGTON, Texas Prior to his drive to Ameriquest Field, Johnny Damon had someone else open the car door for him Tuesday afternoon. Somehow, Damon strained his back while getting into a vehicle Monday. For a second straight night, Damon was out of the Yankees' starting lineup, and the center fielder was unsure of when he would be available.

Cracks in Mets' Armor ; Suffer Third Straight Loss As Glavine Is Roughed Up

NEW YORK At least give Tom Glavine credit for honesty Tuesday night. Of course, not since June 23 has he been credited with a victory. After allowing eight runs, five earned, in 61/3 innings of the Mets' 8-6 loss to the Cubs at Shea Stadium, Glavine was asked about the Mets' pitching situation.

Gomez Satisfied After Being Awarded $5m

Scott Gomez got the money he wanted. Now, Devils general manager Lou Lamoriello has to figure out a way to fit it in and keep the core of his team intact. Lamoriello promised to try to do just that after learning Tuesday night that Gomez received a one-year, $5 million contract in salary arbitration.

Cracks in Armor ; Glavine Falters As Mets Drop Third in a Row

NEW YORK The dominant Tom Glavine of April is just a memory. Current reality for the 40-year-old left-hander is starting to get a bit harsh, with Tuesday night the latest and perhaps most vivid demonstration.

Kraayeveld Helps Liberty End Skid ; Franchise-Record 11-Game Streak Is History

Catherine Kraayeveld tied a career high with 22 points and grabbed 10 rebounds as the Liberty defeated the Sky, 79-72, Tuesday night at Chicago to snap a franchise-record 11-game losing streak. Barbara Farris added 10 points and 10 rebounds for New York and Loree Moore scored 14.

Whitmore, Fever Crunch Monarchs ; Sacramento's Seven-Game Streak Is History

Tamika Whitmore scored 20 points, leading four Indiana players who scored in double figures, as the Fever beat reigning WNBA champion Sacramento, 75-60, Tuesday night at Indianapolis. The loss snapped the Monarchs' seven-game winning streak.

Quit While You're Ahead? Not Necessarily

I can't tell you how many times I've heard people over the years say things to me like, "Looks like you're winning big. You should probably quit before you give it back." Frankly, they just don't understand how poker works. They're often the same people who suffer huge losses at the table, but only manage very small wins.

Jersey's Finest Invade Vegas

The last four winners of the main event of the World Series of Poker have been a one-time chiropractor and mortgage broker from Australia, a patent lawyer from Connecticut, an accountant from Tennessee and an investment banker from Long Island. Why can't this year's winner be a student or painter from New Jersey?

Yankees Blog

It's A-Rod's world July 26, 2006

Yankees Notes

Damon still hurting Prior to his drive to Ameriquest Field, Johnny Damon had someone else open the car door for him Tuesday afternoon.

Mets Notes

Sixth man Mets' manager Willie Randolph indicated Monday that he appreciated the extra options presented to him by the team's current six-man starting rotation. But he backed off that Tuesday.

Mets Blog

Still not satisfied July 26, 2006

New Jersey Ranger ; Derosa Making a Great Impression in Texas

ARLINGTON, Texas Buck Showalter was talking about all the ways Mark DeRosa has influenced his Rangers team, from his clubhouse leadership, to his versatility, to his batting average, which was .317 entering Tuesday. "I'll buy that," Showalter said. Then the Texas manager paused and added a tagline with deadpan humor.

Marlins' Ross Blasts Braves

Cody Ross homered twice and Anibal Sanchez won a matchup of unbeaten rookie pitchers, lifting the Florida Marlins over the Braves, 2-1, Tuesday night in Atlanta. Sanchez (4-0) won his third straight start, beating Braves left- hander Chuck James (4-1). Sanchez allowed one run and seven hits in seven innings. He struck out three with no walks.

Sizzling Twins Sear White Sox

Johan Santana outpitched Jose Contreras and Jason Bartlett hit a three-run homer as the surging Minnesota Twins pulled within a game of the slumping White Sox with a 4-3 victory on Tuesday in Chicago. The Twins have won 33 of their last 41, while the White Sox suffered their 11th loss in 14 games.

Giants Near Full Strength ; Five Picks in the Fold, Kiwanuka Might Be Next

The Giants will be at least close to having their entire rookie class in place for their first training camp practice Friday in Albany, N.Y. Sinorice Moss (second round), Gerris Wilkinson, Barry Cofield and Guy Whimper (fourth-rounders) and Charlie Peprah (fifth round) have agreed to deals with the team.

Morrison, Marion Off U.S. Travel Team

LAS VEGAS LeBron James already knew he would be on the U.S. National Team's 15-man traveling roster when coach Mike Krzyzewski announced it Tuesday. Yet James still got a thrill from hearing he's definitely headed to Asia for next month's World Championships.