SF judge rules against Warriors Mission Bay arena project opponents
A San Francisco Superior Court judge today ruled against a group seeking to block a proposed Golden State Warriors arena project in the Mission Bay neighborhood, clearing the way for the project to proceed, according to city officials.
A San Francisco Superior Court judge today ruled against a group seeking to block a proposed Golden State Warriors arena project in the Mission Bay neighborhood, clearing the way for the project to proceed, according to city officials.
Couple marks 64th anniversary with unforgettable baseball memory
For Carol and Warren Reckmeyer, there may have been no better way to celebrate their 64th wedding anniversary, than with a special baseball game celebration.
For Carol and Warren Reckmeyer, there may have been no better way to celebrate their 64th wedding anniversary, than with a special baseball game celebration.
Jackson takes no-no into 7th, Padres win 5-3 to sweep Giants
Edwin Jackson held San Francisco hitless until Conor Gillaspie's three-run homer with one out in the seventh inning, and the San Diego Padres held off the Giants 5-3 Sunday for their first sweep of the season. Jackson, making his first start since 2014, and three relievers combined on a two-hitter against the Giants, who despite losing three straight still have the best record in the majors...
Edwin Jackson held San Francisco hitless until Conor Gillaspie's three-run homer with one out in the seventh inning, and the San Diego Padres held off the Giants 5-3 Sunday for their first sweep of the season. Jackson, making his first start since 2014, and three relievers combined on a two-hitter against the Giants, who despite losing three straight still have the best record in the majors...
Donaldson's hit in 9th helps Blue Jays avoid sweep by A's
Josh Donaldson hit a tiebreaking two-run double with two outs in the ninth against his former team and the Toronto Blue Jays held on for a 5-3 win over the Oakland Athletics on Sunday to avoid a three-game sweep. Troy Tulowitzki homered while Russell Martin and Justin Smoak added two hits apiece for the Blue Jays.
Josh Donaldson hit a tiebreaking two-run double with two outs in the ninth against his former team and the Toronto Blue Jays held on for a 5-3 win over the Oakland Athletics on Sunday to avoid a three-game sweep. Troy Tulowitzki homered while Russell Martin and Justin Smoak added two hits apiece for the Blue Jays.
Padres rally in 10th, beat Giants 7-6 on walk-off balk
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Adam Rosales singled in the tying run before Santiago Casilla balked home the winning run, and the San Diego Padres rallied to beat the major league-leading San Francisco Giants 7-6 on Saturday night. The Padres started the decisive rally when Alex Dickerson and Derek Norris singled to open the 10th against Casilla (1-3). Norris stole second before Rosales bounced a...
SAN DIEGO (AP) — Adam Rosales singled in the tying run before Santiago Casilla balked home the winning run, and the San Diego Padres rallied to beat the major league-leading San Francisco Giants 7-6 on Saturday night. The Padres started the decisive rally when Alex Dickerson and Derek Norris singled to open the 10th against Casilla (1-3). Norris stole second before Rosales bounced a...
Healy homers, his 1st major league hit, as A's beat Jays
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Just two days into his major league career, Ryon Healy isn't wasting any time carving out a name for himself. The Oakland Athletics third baseman hit a three-run homer for his first hit in the majors in a 5-4 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays on Saturday. "He certainly has some power and he showed up today big for us," A's manager Bob Melvin said....
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) — Just two days into his major league career, Ryon Healy isn't wasting any time carving out a name for himself. The Oakland Athletics third baseman hit a three-run homer for his first hit in the majors in a 5-4 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays on Saturday. "He certainly has some power and he showed up today big for us," A's manager Bob Melvin said....
Warriors legend, Nate Thurmond, passes away at age 74
Nate Thumond, who was one of the most popular players in the history of the Golden State Warriors, passed away Saturday.
Nate Thumond, who was one of the most popular players in the history of the Golden State Warriors, passed away Saturday.
Former Vanderbilt player sentenced to 15 years for rape of unconscious woman
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — A former Vanderbilt football player was sentenced Friday to 15 years in prison after he was convicted of taking part in the gang rape of an unconscious female student. Davidson County Criminal Court Judge Monte Watkins handed down the sentence for Cory Batey after the victim in the case said her life has been shattered as a result of the rape.
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — A former Vanderbilt football player was sentenced Friday to 15 years in prison after he was convicted of taking part in the gang rape of an unconscious female student. Davidson County Criminal Court Judge Monte Watkins handed down the sentence for Cory Batey after the victim in the case said her life has been shattered as a result of the rape.
49ers suspend Aaron Lynch over substance abuse rule violation
The San Francisco 49ers said Friday that player Aaron Lynch has been suspended for four games for violating the league's substance abuse policy.
The San Francisco 49ers said Friday that player Aaron Lynch has been suspended for four games for violating the league's substance abuse policy.
Patriots quarterback Tom Brady says he will drop suspension appeal
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Patriots quarterback Tom Brady says he will drop appeal of 4-game suspension.
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — Patriots quarterback Tom Brady says he will drop appeal of 4-game suspension.
MSU football player tells cops: I was punched by Draymond Green
Draymond Green, the former Michigan State standout and a member of the Golden State Warriors, was arrested Sunday night during an assault in East Lansing, sources say.
Draymond Green, the former Michigan State standout and a member of the Golden State Warriors, was arrested Sunday night during an assault in East Lansing, sources say.
Football player tells cops: I was punched by Draymond Green
Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green struck a Michigan State football player in the jaw during a weekend confrontation near campus, tried to apologize and then had to sit in jail for a while until he could sober up, according to a police report released Wednesday. Senior cornerback Jermaine Edmondson claimed he was punched by Green early Sunday outside a restaurant in East Lansing, though...
Golden State Warriors star Draymond Green struck a Michigan State football player in the jaw during a weekend confrontation near campus, tried to apologize and then had to sit in jail for a while until he could sober up, according to a police report released Wednesday. Senior cornerback Jermaine Edmondson claimed he was punched by Green early Sunday outside a restaurant in East Lansing, though...
Gymnast Gabby Douglas honored with a new Barbie 'Shero' doll
Olympic gold medal gymnast Gabby Douglas is being celebrated for her groundbreaking role in the sports world with a Barbie doll in her likeness.
Olympic gold medal gymnast Gabby Douglas is being celebrated for her groundbreaking role in the sports world with a Barbie doll in her likeness.
Draymond Green arrested for assault, court document shows
Golden State Warriors player Draymond Green, 26, was arrested Sunday night during an assault in East Lansing, according to court documents released Monday.
Golden State Warriors player Draymond Green, 26, was arrested Sunday night during an assault in East Lansing, according to court documents released Monday.
Johnny Cueto to start All-Star game
San Francisco Giants pitcher Johnny Cueto was named the National League starter for the MLB All-Star game Tuesday night in San Diego. Chris Sale of the Chicago White Sox will start for the American League.
San Francisco Giants pitcher Johnny Cueto was named the National League starter for the MLB All-Star game Tuesday night in San Diego. Chris Sale of the Chicago White Sox will start for the American League.
Graveman, Vogt lead Athletics over Astros 3-2
HOUSTON (AP) — Kendall Graveman continued his string of good outings Saturday, with arguably his best start of the season. He threw eight solid innings and Stephen Vogt had three hits, including a homer, as the Oakland Athletics held on to beat the Houston Astros 3-2 on Saturday.
HOUSTON (AP) — Kendall Graveman continued his string of good outings Saturday, with arguably his best start of the season. He threw eight solid innings and Stephen Vogt had three hits, including a homer, as the Oakland Athletics held on to beat the Houston Astros 3-2 on Saturday.
Giants finally get relief in 4-2 win over Diamondbacks
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — With setup man Sergio Romo back in his normal role of pitching the eighth inning, the Giants certainly feel a lot better about their bullpen. Going into the All-Star break with at least a share of the best record in baseball doesn't hurt either.
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — With setup man Sergio Romo back in his normal role of pitching the eighth inning, the Giants certainly feel a lot better about their bullpen. Going into the All-Star break with at least a share of the best record in baseball doesn't hurt either.
Crawford's 3 hits power Giants past Diamondbacks 6-2
Brandon Crawford drove in three runs and came within a triple of hitting for the cycle, Jeff Samardzija overcame a shaky first inning to win and the San Francisco Giants beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 6-2 on Friday night. Brandon Belt walked four times and scored for the Giants after earlier in the day being voted by fans to fill the final spot on the NL roster for next week's All-Star...
Brandon Crawford drove in three runs and came within a triple of hitting for the cycle, Jeff Samardzija overcame a shaky first inning to win and the San Francisco Giants beat the Arizona Diamondbacks 6-2 on Friday night. Brandon Belt walked four times and scored for the Giants after earlier in the day being voted by fans to fill the final spot on the NL roster for next week's All-Star...
Valbuena's homer in 9th lifts Astros over A's 10-9
Luis Valbuena drove in four runs, highlighted by a three-run homer with one out in the ninth, to lift the Houston Astros to a wild 10-9 victory over the Oakland Athletics on Friday night. The Athletics took the lead with a five-run ninth inning before Jose Altuve singled with one out in the bottom of the inning. Carlos Correa struck out, but reached on a wild pitch before Valbuena...
Luis Valbuena drove in four runs, highlighted by a three-run homer with one out in the ninth, to lift the Houston Astros to a wild 10-9 victory over the Oakland Athletics on Friday night. The Athletics took the lead with a five-run ninth inning before Jose Altuve singled with one out in the bottom of the inning. Carlos Correa struck out, but reached on a wild pitch before Valbuena...
SMU's basketball coach Larry Brown steps down
Larry Brown is calling it quits as Southern Methodist University’s head basketball coach, according to reports.
Larry Brown is calling it quits as Southern Methodist University’s head basketball coach, according to reports.