Mariners 7, White Sox 4, 10 innings
Times wires Thursday, June 9, 2011 Mariners 7, White Sox 410 inningsCHICAGO — Miguel Olivo hit a go-ahead two-run double in the 10th to lift the Mariners. Justin Smoak started the rally with a leadoff...
View ArticleTampa Bay Rays rookie Alex Cobb now convinced he can pitch in majors
By Marc Topkin, Times Staff Writer Thursday, June 9, 2011 ANAHEIM, Calif. — There was a time, not too long ago, when right-hander Alex Cobb didn't know if his stuff could work in the big...
View ArticleJustin Ruggiano relishes role with Tampa Bay Rays
By Marc Topkin, Times Staff Writer Thursday, June 9, 2011 ANAHEIM, Calif. — The Rays chose OF Justin Ruggiano for promotion last month because they felt he was best suited for a reserve role. And once...
View ArticleExperienced Florida Gators seek another spot in College World Series
By Antonya English, Times Staff Writer Thursday, June 9, 2011 GAINESVILLE — They have been in this position before, one year ago to be exact. Two victories stand between the Florida baseball team and...
View ArticleTampa Bay Rays need to strike out less or walk more
By Marc Topkin, Times Staff Writer Thursday, June 9, 2011 ANAHEIM, Calif. — The Rays like to do the math.And as they sift through statistical permutations and algorithmic anomalies, looking for ways...
View ArticleFC Tampa Bay's Attinella works out with national team
Eduardo A. Encina, Times Staff Writer Thursday, June 9, 2011 TAMPA — Less than 24 hours earlier, FC Tampa Bay rookie goalkeeper Jeff Attinella would have been happy with a ticket to the U.S. men's...
View ArticleSuncoast Tarpon Roundup update
By Rick Frazier, Times Correspondent Thursday, June 9, 2011 Week 2: Bert Waterman won the second weekend of the Suncoast Tarpon Roundup by releasing two silver kings from the Redington long pier....
View ArticleSunshine Skyway provides a bridge over busy waters
By Terry Tomalin, Times Outdoors Editor Thursday, June 9, 2011 The silver kingDobiesz and his fishing partners headed to the bridge for a reason. Tampa Bay Watch's Tarpon Rodeo was just a few weeks...
View ArticleOutdoors news and notes
Times staff Thursday, June 9, 2011 ConservationArtist/scientist scheduled to talk in st. PetersburgCelebrated marine artist, scientist and conservationist Guy Harvey will make an appearance from 1 to...
View ArticleHe said it
By Tom Jones, Times Staff Writer Thursday, June 9, 2011 He said it"Do we get more than one guy to make decisions on whether guys are fined and that stuff? If there is going to be that much overhaul in...
View ArticleDr. Remote
By Tom Jones, Times Staff Writer Thursday, June 9, 2011 Bruins at Canucks, Game 5: 8 p.m. on Ch. 8. You get the feeling that the team that wins this game will win the Cup.Friday Night Fights: 9 p.m....
View ArticleUp next: Tampa Bay Rays at Baltimore Orioles
By Marc Topkin, Times Staff Writer Thursday, June 9, 2011
View ArticleWinner gets overlooked
Times wires Thursday, June 9, 2011 NEW YORK — Talk about a tough crowd.Dissed by the owner of Kentucky Derby winner Animal Kingdom one day, dismissed as the third betting choice for the Belmont Stakes...
View ArticleTampa Bay Rays: Interesting pajamas for overnight flight; Johnny Damon...
By Marc Topkin, Times Staff Writer Thursday, June 9, 2011 Rays at OriolesWhen/where: 7:05 tonight; Camden Yards, BaltimoreTV/radio: Sun Sports; 620-AM, 680-AM (Spanish)Probable starting pitchersRaysRH...
View ArticleFirst-time leader Mathis ignores pressure
Times wires Thursday, June 9, 2011 MEMPHIS — David Mathis is leading a PGA Tour event for the first time, and pressure is not one of his concerns.His focus is on three more days of golf.Mathis matched...
View ArticleUp next races on major auto circuits
Times wires Thursday, June 9, 2011 Sprint CupWhat: Pocono 500When/where: Today, practice (Speed, 12:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.); Saturday, qualifying (Speed, 11:30 a.m.); Sunday, race (TNT, 1 p.m.); Long...
View ArticleTeammates stand by Luongo
Times wires Thursday, June 9, 2011 BOSTON — Although Roberto Luongo is receiving much of the blame for Vancouver's two-game meltdown in Boston during the Stanley Cup final, his teammates refuse to...
View ArticleBaseball postseason previews for Florida Gators, Florida State Seminoles:...
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View ArticleSports in brief
Times wires Thursday, June 9, 2011 Labor talksBarkley, dilfer say owners will prevail in nba, nfl negotiationsRENO, Nev. — Charles Barkley and Trent Dilfer don't have many encouraging words for...
View ArticlePlaying hardball will only hasten Tampa Bay Rays' departure from St. Petersburg
By John Romano, Times Sports Columnist Thursday, June 9, 2011 ST. PETERSBURG — For a moment, forget the politics. Forget the legal issues, the tax ramifications and the conspirators across the...
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