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• Ryan Lavarnway optioned to Triple-A
Red Sox optioned C Ryan Lavarnway to Triple-A Pawtucket. (05-24-2013)
• David Ross activated from disabled list
Red Sox activated C David Ross from the 7-day disabled list. (05-24-2013)
• Mariners designate Andino for assignment
Mariners designated INF Robert Andino for assignment. (05-24-2013)
• John Danks activated from disabled list
White Sox activated LHP John Danks from the 15-day disabled list. (05-24-2013)
• Tim Wood transferred to 60-day DL
Twins transferred RHP Tim Wood from the 15-day disabled list to the 60-day disabled list. (05-24-2013)
• Samuel Deduno called up from minors
Twins purchased the contract of RHP Samuel Deduno from Triple-A Rochester. (05-24-2013)
• Danny Duffy to begin rehab assignment Sunday
Danny Duffy (elbow) will begin a rehab assignment with Double-A Northwest Arkansas on Sunday. (05-24-2013)
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• Ryan Mattheus out 4-6 weeksBob Dutton on Twitter
Ryan Mattheus is expected to be sidelined 4-6 weeks with a fractured right hand. (05-24-2013)
Washington Times
• J.A. Happ transferred to 60-day DLWashington Times
Blue Jays transferred LHP J.A. Happ from the 15-day disabled list to the 60-day disabled list. (05-24-2013)
• Sean Nolin called up for Friday start
Blue Jays purchased the contract of LHP Sean Nolin from Double-A New Hampshire. (05-24-2013)
• Darren Oliver placed on disabled list
Blue Jays placed LHP Darren Oliver on the 15-day disabled list, retroactive to May 19. with a left shoulder strain. (05-24-2013)
• Nick Tepesch (blister) to start Sunday
Nick Tepesch (blister) has been cleared to start Sunday in Seattle. (05-24-2013)
Fort Worth Star-Telegram
Fort Worth Star-Telegram
• Rivera: Steve Smith looks 25 years old again
• Brent Grimes working with first team at OTAs
• Roy Helu sitting out Redskins OTAs
• Adam Carriker still can't practice
Panthers coach Ron Rivera observed at OTAs that Steve Smith "looks like he's 25 again." (05-24-2013)
Charlotte Observer
• Derek Newton reports to Texans at 330 poundsCharlotte Observer
Texans RT Derek Newton weighed in at 330 pounds at the outset of OTAs. (05-24-2013)
Houston Chronicle
• Andre Branch working as Jason Babin's backupHouston Chronicle
Jaguars 2012 second-round pick Andre Branch is working as the backup "Leo" to Jason Babin at OTAs. (05-24-2013)
Florida Times Union
• Jeremy Mincey says he wore down physicallyFlorida Times Union
Jaguars DE Jeremy Mincey attributes his disappointing 2012 production to playing too many snaps and consequently wearing down. (05-24-2013)
Florida Times Union
• Dennis Dixon working as 4th-team QB at OTAsFlorida Times Union
• Brent Grimes working with first team at OTAs
Dolphins CB Brent Grimes (Achilles' surgery) is working with the first-team defense at OTAs. (05-24-2013)
Miami Herald
• Nick Perry (wrist) given the green lightMiami Herald
• Roy Helu sitting out Redskins OTAs
• Adam Carriker still can't practice
Redskins DE Adam Carriker is unable to practice at OTAs due to continued recovery from last year's torn quadriceps muscle. (05-24-2013)
Washington Post
• Writer 'keeps hearing' Mike Gillislee's nameWashington Post
The Miami Herald "(keeps) hearing" rookie RB Mike Gillislee's name from Dolphins sources. (05-24-2013)
Miami Herald
• Cosell likes Dobson's traits to Larry FitzMiami Herald
NFL Films' Greg Cosell believes Patriots second-round pick Aaron Dobson is similar to Larry Fitzgerald in terms of size and hands. (05-24-2013)
Boston Globe
• Browns sign seventh-rounder GilkeyBoston Globe
Browns signed seventh-round T/G Garrett Gilkey to a four-year contract. (05-24-2013)
• Tim Duncan has 500 playoff blocks
• Chandler wants to be focal point of Knicks
Tim Duncan is the first player in NBA history with 500 playoff blocks. (05-24-2013)
San Antonio Express-News
• George Hill has sprained big toe, will playSan Antonio Express-News
George Hill has a sprained big toe, but he expects to be fine and is no danger of missing time. (05-24-2013)
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• Report: Luol Deng won't have wrist surgeryMark Montieth on Twitter
• Chandler wants to be focal point of Knicks
Tyson Chandler is hoping to be a focal point of the Knicks offense, vowing to work on his game and become a better player in the offseason. (05-24-2013)
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• Report: Alvin Gentry interested in ClippersKnicksnow.com
Alvin Gentry is interested in the vacant Clippers head coaching position. (05-24-2013)
ESPN Los Angeles
• Mario Chalmers does shootaround, good to goESPN Los Angeles
Mario Chalmers (shoulder) went through shootaround on Friday and is expected to play in Game 2 vs. Indiana. (05-24-2013)
Shandel Richardson on Twitter
• Gordon Hayward to be invited to Team USA campShandel Richardson on Twitter
Gordon Hayward will be invited to Team USA's mini-camp in the offseason. (05-24-2013)
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• Vasquez to have ankle surgeries on FridayPriority Sports on Twitter
Greivis Vasquez will have surgery on both ankles on Friday to "remove loose particles from both ankles," a league source told the New Orleans Times-Picayune. (05-24-2013)
New Orleans Times-Picayune
• Tyreke Evans liked playing SF, SG for SmartNew Orleans Times-Picayune
Tyreke Evans admitted that he benefitted from playing both shooting guard and small forward for Keith Smart last season. (05-24-2013)
Sacramento Bee
• Thomas, Smart talking once per week on hoopsSacramento Bee
Isaiah Thomas and Keith Smart are talking at least once per week discussing basketball. (05-24-2013)
Sacramento Bee
• Kings owner planning to make moves quicklySacramento Bee
Vivek Ranadive said he intends to resolve the front office and coaching situations "very quickly" after the sale officially closes. (05-24-2013)
Sacramento Bee
• Report: Howard not interested in W's, HawksSacramento Bee
According to Ric Bucher, Dwight Howard is not interested in signing with the Warriors or Hawks. (05-24-2013)
Ric Bucher on Sulia
Ric Bucher on Sulia
• Tortorella praises McDonagh's PP efforts
• Zetterberg gets credit for silencing Toews
Rangers coach John Tortorella was very happy with Ryan McDonagh's performance with the man advantage on Thursday. (05-24-2013)
Dan Rosen on Twitter
• Curtis McElhinney signs one-way deal with CBJDan Rosen on Twitter
Curtis McElhinney has agreed to a one-year, one-way deal with the Columbus Blue Jackets. (05-24-2013)
Aaron Portzline on Twitter
• Report: KHL team is pursuing Sergei BobrovskyAaron Portzline on Twitter
SKA Saint Petersburg of the Kontinental Hockey League is reportedly willing to pay big money to sign Sergei Bobrovsky. (05-24-2013)
Slava Malamud on Twitter
• Richards will likely be scratched again Sat.Slava Malamud on Twitter
Based on the New York Rangers' morning skate, it looks like Brad Richards will probably be a healthy scratch again on Saturday. (05-24-2013)
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• Couture: Our 'power play was brutal'Katie Strang on Twitter
Logan Couture hated the way the Sharks played with the man advantage on Thursday. (05-24-2013)
San Francisco Chronicle
• Kyle Clifford gets his 1st point of playoffsSan Francisco Chronicle
Kyle Clifford recorded his first point of the postseason on Thursday. (05-24-2013)
LAKingsInsider.com
• Quick is Kings' franchise playoff wins leaderLAKingsInsider.com
With Thursday's victory, Jonathan Quick is the Kings' all-time leader in postseason wins. (05-24-2013)
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• Jimmy Howard is leading the Red WingsLAKingsInsider.com
• Zetterberg gets credit for silencing Toews
Henrik Zetterberg is getting a lot of credit for silencing Jonathan Toews. (05-24-2013)
Detroit News
• Eric Wellwood's main goal is to walk againDetroit News
Flyers prospect Eric Wellwood said his main goal is to walk again after suffering major tendon and ligament damage when his lower leg was cut by a skate. (05-24-2013)
Philadelphia Inquirer & Daily News
• Giguere excited to have Patrick Roy as coachPhiladelphia Inquirer & Daily News
Jean-Sebastien Giguere is excited to be coached by a legendary goaltender like Patrick Roy. (05-24-2013)
Denver Post
• Rick Nash delivers beautiful setup on GWGDenver Post
Rick Nash threaded a picture-perfect setup on Chris Kreider's game-winning overtime deflection in Thursday's Game 4. (05-24-2013)
NY Post
NY Post
• Patrick top rookie starter at Charlotte
Danica Patrick is the top rookie qualifier for the Sprint Cup Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway. (05-23-2013)
• Denny Hamlin on pole for Coca-Cola 600
Denny Hamlin won the Coors Light Pole Award for the 54th Annual Coca-Cola 600 with a lap of 27.604 seconds, 195.624 mph. (05-23-2013)
• John Wes Townley led Nationwide Happy Hour
Camping World Truck Series regular John Wes Townley tops the speed chart in the Happy Hour practice session for the Nationwide Series History 300 at Charlotte Motor Speedway. (05-23-2013)
• Kurt Busch led first Charlotte Cup practice
Kurt Busch led the first practice for the Sprint Cup Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway. (05-23-2013)
• Wallace has best 10-laps in 2nd NNS practice
Kenny Wallace had the best 10-lap consecutive average speed in the second practice for the Nationwide Series History 300 at Charlotte Motor Speedway. (05-23-2013)
• Woods poised to make milestone start at CMS
Eddy Wood hope for clear skies this week so his family team can reach a milestone 1,400 Sprint Cup starts, dating back to Glen Wood's first appearance in NASCAR's elite division, at Martinsville Speedway on May 17, 1953, driving a 1953 Lincoln. (05-22-2013)
• Ricky Stenhouse Jr. at Charlotte
Ricky Stenhouse Jr. got his first Sprint Cup start at Charlotte in 2011 in the famed No. 21 finishing an impressive 11th-place. (05-22-2013)
• Coca-Cola 600 notes on Bobby Labonte
Bobby Labonte's first NASCAR Sprint Cup Series career win occurred during the Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway on May 28, 1995. (05-22-2013)
• Charlotte notes on Juan Pablo Montoya
In his previous 12 starts at Charlotte, Juan Pablo Montoya has led five laps and earned one top-10. (05-22-2013)
• Jamie McMurray at Charlotte
Jamie McMurray returns to Charlotte Motor Speedway, the site of his first NASCAR Sprint Cup Series (NSCS) victory, where he has made 21 starts in NSCS competition. (05-22-2013)
• Justin Allgaier Charlotte advance
Justin Allgaier has nine previous starts at Charlotte Motor Speedway, including his NNS debut, with a best finish of third. (05-22-2013)
• Piquet making first NNS start at Charlotte
Nelson Piquet Jr. will make his first career NNS start at CMS on Saturday afternoon, having only previously raced at the 1.5-mile track in the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series. (05-22-2013)
• Dangerous condition suspends second round
The second round of the Crowne Plaza Invitational at Colonial was suspended due to dangerous weather at 12:18 p.m. CT. (05-24-2013)
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• D.H. Lee withdraws during his second roundPGA TOUR Media on Twitter
D.H. Lee withdrew from the Crowne Plaza Invitational during his second round due to a back injury. (05-24-2013)
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• Jacobson scrambles to the Colonial midpointJimmy Burch on Twitter
Fredrik Jacobson reached the halfway point of the Crowne Plaza Invitational at Colonial in 7-under-par 66-67=133, two strokes off the 36-hole clubhouse lead. (05-24-2013)
• Lingmerth sheds 8 shots; cards bogey-free 64
David Lingmerth crafted a bogey-free, 6-under-par 32-32=64 in his second round of the Crowne Plaza Invitational at Colonial to reach the midpoint in 4-under 136, five strokes adrift of the 36-hole clubhouse lead. (05-24-2013)
• Birdie blitz fuels Duke's second round at CPI
Ken Duke turned in a 2-under-par 31-37=68 for his second round of the Crowne Plaza Invitational at Colonial, reaching the halfway point in 6-under 134, three strokes off the 36-hole clubhouse lead. (05-24-2013)
• Spieth misses five putts inside 7'; cards 67
Jordan Spieth answered his opening 65 at the Crowne Plaza Invitational at Colonial with a 3-under-par 34-33=67 to reach the midpoint in 8-under 132, one stroke off the 36-hole clubhouse lead. (05-24-2013)
• Hearn 0-for-11 in birdies; 14 strokes higher
David Hearn followed his opening 64 at the Crowne Plaza Invitational at Colonial with an 8-over-par 42-36=78 in his second round to post 2-over 142 and miss the cut. (05-24-2013)
• Rollins over par in second round at Colonial
John Rollins settled for a 1-over-par 37-34=71 in his second round of the Crowne Plaza Invitational at Colonial to reach the halfway point in 6-under 134, three strokes off the 36-hole clubhouse lead. (05-24-2013)
• Weekley makes early noise in his second round
Boo Weekley carded a 3-under-par 30-37=67 in his second round of the Crowne Plaza Invitational at Colonial. (05-24-2013)
• Graham DeLaet assumes 36-hole clubhouse lead
Graham DeLaet backed up his opening 64 at the Crowne Plaza Invitational at Colonial with a 3-under-par 33-34=67 in his second round to reach the midpoint in 9-under 131, good for outright possession of the early 36-hole clubhouse lead. (05-24-2013)
• Teater establishes the 36-hole clubhouse lead
Josh Teater chased his opening 65 at the Crowne Plaza Invitational at Colonial with a 3-under-par 30-37=67 in his second round to set the 36-hole clubhouse lead at 8-under 132. (05-24-2013)
• Back injury forces Cantlay to WD at Colonial
Patrick Cantlay withdrew during his second round of the Crowne Plaza Invitational at Colonial due to a back injury. (05-24-2013)
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