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August 31, 2004

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WR Tyrone Calico of the Tennessee Titans catches a pass against Dallas. Calico sprained both knees during the exhibition game.

Pro Bowl cornerback Chris McAlister, left, the Ravens' franchise player for the second straight year, expects to play in the preseason finale Thursday.

Mark Brunell, who signed a $43 million contract in March after losing his starting job last year in Jacksonville, won the preseason quarterback derby

Serena Williams prepares for her match against Sandra Kleinova at the U.S. Open tennis tournament in New York, Monday, Aug. 30, 2004.

Among his accomplishments this season, Ichiro became the first player to have 50 hits in back-to-back months since 1936.

Michigan QB Matt Gutierrez never lost a game in his career at De La Salle High in Concord, Calif.

Pat Hill has coached Fresno State to bowl-game appearances five years running.

August 30, 2004

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Barry Bonds heads home after hitting a two-run homer in the third inning.

Tom Coughlin made official yesterday what became apparent over the weekend: Kurt Warner will start the Giants' opener Sept. 12 in Philadelphia.

That he is the more experienced and mobile of the Dolphins' QBs may not be enough to secure the starting job for Jay Fiedler.

Jets' LaMont Jordan has made no secret of the fact that he's not happy serving as Curtis Martin's understudy.

Barring a last-minute roster move, the Packers appear resigned to using Antonio Chatman as their punt returner again. Diminutive and not exactly dangerous, Chatman is back essentially because the Packers have no one able to replace him.

St. Louis' Albert Pujols hit his 40th homer and drove in his 100th run during the Cardinals' win in Pittsburgh yesterday.

Eli Manning, left, was the first choice in the draft but Coach Tom Coughlin, right, says he'll be second string after Friday's poor outing against the Jets.

Kurt Warner, looking to the sideline between plays Aug. 13, has been named the New York Giants' starting quarterback. He previously played for the St. Louis Rams.

USC quarterback Matt Leinart salutes fans after Saturday's win over Virginia Tech.

Unless something changes, the Dylan Meier era starts this weekend at Kansas State.

Alltel stadium in Jacksonville home of the ACC Championship game

Justin Morneau of the Twins is congratuled by teammates after hitting a solo home run off Anaheim Angels Kelvim Escobar on Sunday in Anaheim, Calif.

Minnesota Twins' Johan Santana works in the second inning against the Anaheim Angels on Aug. 28, 2004. The Twins won 7-1.

Cliff Floyd went 1-for-4 at bat yesterday, but really stunk it up in the field, losing a Robin Ventura fly in the sun and then making a poor throw home that allowed runners to move up as the Dodgers routed the Mets, 10-2.

Florida Marlins' Juan Pierre connects for a triple against the Colorado Rockies starting pitcher Shawn Estes during the first inning Sunday in Miami.

August 29, 2004

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Oakland backup quarterback Kerry Collins looks to pass during the fourth quarter.

Kansas City Chiefs running back Priest Holmes (31) battles Cleveland Browns linebacker Brian Waters (54) for 6 yards during the first quarter at Arrowhead Stadium.

Cleveland wide receiver Dennis Northcutt makes a gain.

Baltimore's Lance Frazier, center, is tackled by Detroit's Wali Rainer, left, and Corey Schlesinger during the second half.

Tampa Bay linebacker Ryan Nece, whose father is Hall of Famer Ronnie Lott, steps in front of Miami tight end Donald Lee to intercept a pass and return it for a touchdown midway through the fourth quarter of the Buccaneers' 17-10 preseason victory.

Arizona Cardinals running back Emmitt Smith (22) is brought down by Oakland Raiders defenders, including Danny Clark, right, and Derrick Gibson, center, as Ray Buchanan (34) closes in during the first quarter in Tempe, Ariz., Saturday, Aug. 28, 2004.

Mike Alstott getting it done in Tampa

Is Ahmen Green the NFL's best RB?

Ichiro having an amazing season in Seattle

UTEP head coach Mike Price, right, watches freshman quarterback Joe Castro, No. 8, take snaps Aug. 8 during practice in Socorro, N.M.

August 28, 2004

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Vikings quarterback Daunte Culpepper races for an 18-yard gain against the 49ers in the second quarter.

Rams quarterback Marc Bulger sets to pass in the first quarter while under pressure from the Redskins.

Giants quarterback Eli Manning watches from the sideline during the fourth quarter after completing 4 of 14 passes for 20 yards and suffering two sacks.

WR Plaxico Burress believes he can be effective player for the Steelers even when the ball isn't in his hands.

Orlando Cabrera reacts to his RBI single against the Devil Rays.

Atlanta Braves (left to right) Julio Franco (14) closer John Smoltz, catcher Eddie Perez and Chipper Jones celebrate their 5-3 win over the San Francisco Giants, Friday, Aug. 27, 2004, at Turner Field in Atlanta. Jones had a two run home run in the sixth

Montreal Expos' Brad Wilkerson is congratulated by teammate Tony Batista after hitting a solo home run against the San Diego Padres during first-inning, Friday, August 27, 2004 in Montreal.

Houston Astros' Carlos Beltran hits a solo home run against Chicago Cubs' pitcher Kerry Wood in the first inning, Friday,

August 27, 2004

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Former USC WR Mike Williams is not allowed to play college football

Pittsburgh Steelers running back Duce Staley is almost caught by linebacker Mark Simoneau after a 6-yard gain.

Miami attempted to trade for Chicago running back Anthony Thomas (35) before landing Bears receiver Marty Booker and a 2005 draft pick in exchange for defensive end Adewale Ogunleye.

Pittsburgh Steelers safety Chris Hope breaks up an end-zone pass to Philadelphia Eagles WR Terrell Owens in the second quarter.

San Francisco Giants' Barry Bonds tosses his bat after being walked against the Florida Marlins in the ninth inning Thursday, Aug. 26, 2004, in Miami. The Giants won, 5-0.

August 26, 2004

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'It's not in my best interest to play football right now,' retired running back Ricky Williams said about a possible return to the Dolphins.

Joey Porter of the Steelers needs to have a big year.

Packers rookie CB Ahmad Carroll, left, was tagged with one of Green Bay's three pass interference penalties last Saturday against the Saints.

Chris Leak, who took over as UF's starting quarterback in the 5th game last season, threw for 16 touchdowns and 2,435 yards.

Ohio State University's quarterback Justin Zwick talks to a teammate as he moves from the bleachers during the Ohio State University Football photo day at horseshoe in Columbus, Ohio August 11, 2004.

Oregon expects big things from quarterback Kellen Clemens.

August 25, 2004

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 Los Angeles Dodgers' Adrian Beltre hits a grand slam against the Montreal Expos starting pitcher Rocky Biddle during fifth inning NL action in Montreal on Tuesday, Aug. 24, 2004. Los Angeles Dodger Adrian Beltre hits a grand slam against Montreal Expos

Quincy Carter, released by the Cowboys Aug. 4, practices with the Jets yesterday after signing a one-year contract.

Erick Dampier, shown shooting for Golden State in March, is going to the Dallas Mavericks as part of an eight-player trade.

Anchored by Marcus Stroud and John Henderson (above), the run defense appears ready to pick up where it left off last year, when it didn't allow a 100-yard rusher in the last 15 games.

Wide receiver D.J. Hackett and cornerback Marcus Trufant get tied up fighting for the football during an 11-on-11 drill at training camp.

Johan Santana delivers in the first inning against the Texas Rangers Monday in Arlington, Texas. Santana allowed one run in eight innings to win his seventh straight decision.

Ichiro has a discussion with plate umpire Ron Kulpa after being called out on a check swing in the second inning. Ichiro had one hit and is at 199 this season.

August 24, 2004

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In practice, quarterback Philip Rivers said he will prepare as if he'll start the Chargers' season opener Sept. 12 at Houston.

Viking quarterback Dante Culpepper, a year after completing a team-record 65 percent pass-reception record, is at 73.7 percent halfway through the preseason

Receiver Marty Booker was traded to the Dolphins from the Bears just a few days after being named Chicago's captain for the upcoming season.

China's Yao Ming celebrates after hitting two free throws that gave China the lead in the closing seconds against Serbia and Montenegro in a preliminary round game at the Helliniko Indoor Arena in Athens during the 2004 Olympics Games, Monday, Aug. 23, 20

Anaheim Angels' Vladimir Guerrero gestures after hitting a three-run home run in the fifth inning against the Kansas City Royals on Monday, Aug. 23, 2004, in Anaheim, Calif.

Rockies OF Jeromy Burnitz enters tonight's game at Atlanta with 31 homers and 87 RBIs.

Mike Bell, who rushed for 920 yards in 2003, will be counted on to carry Arizona's offense.

August 23, 2004

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Mike Anderson ran for 120 yards on 21 carries Saturday night in the Broncos' 19-3 exhibition win over the Seattle Seahawks.

Tony Brackens, shown being helped off the field Dec. 7, 2003 with a knee injury against New Orleans, would have cost the Jaguars $1.025 million if he'd been on the roster for the regular-season opener at Buffalo on Sunday, Sept. 12.

Redskins linebackers coach Dale Lindsey gives instruction to Marcus Washington, who was signed in offseason.

Miguel Tejada celebrates with Baltimore teammates after scoring against Toronto yesterday.

Ichiro needs three hits to reach 200 for the fourth consecutive season. He is on pace for a major-league-record 261 hits.

Ivan Rodriguez, who pinch-hit in the ninth inning, lined to right field to end the game

Cubs pitcher Kerry Wood confronts plate umpire Bill Hohn after being ejected for hitting Houston's Jeff Kent with a pitch in the fifth — two outs short of qualifying for a victory.

Twins Torii Hunter connects with a three-run double in the 6th inning to put the Twins up 7 to 2. The Twins went on to win 7 to 3.

Pirates starting pitcher Ryan Vogelsong couldn't capitalize on a two-run first inning lead against the St. Louis Cardinals.

Stanford Coach Buddy Teevens, headed into his third season, says the Cardinal is "looking at development across the board at a variety of positions.

August 22, 2004

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Carson Palmer of the Bengals.

Redskins QB Mark Brunell looks to make a pass in preseason action against the Dolphins.

Packers RB Ahman Green.

Cowboys RB Eddie George tried to elude Raiders LB Danny Clark who comes in for the tackle.

August 20, 2004

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Carolina Panthers quarterback Jake Delhomme, right, celebrates with receiver Mushin Muhammad, left, after Muhammad's touchdown catch during the first quarter against the New York Giants in Charlotte, N.C., Thursday Aug. 19, 2004.

New York Giants quarterback Eli Manning (10) is pressured by Carolina Panthers' Julius Peppers (90) during the first quarter in Charlotte, N.C., Thursday, Aug. 19, 2004.

If the Packers decide to trade Mike McKenzie, the New Orleans Saints have some interest.

"Dirt Bag" offensive linemen Jim Molinaro (left) and Pita Elisara share a laugh with assistant head coach Joe Bugel.

Torii Hunter was carted off the field after running into the wall in center field during the Twins game against the Yankees. He was replaced by Lew Ford.

Bud Selig, left, gestures during a news conference at the conclusion of a two-day meeting with baseball owners in Philadelphia. Selig's term as baseball commissioner was extended for three years through 2009.

New York's Alex Rodriguez scores the winning run on a single by Hideki Matsui in the eighth inning as the Yankees beat Minnesota last night.

August 19, 2004

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Dolphins defensive end Adewale Ogunleye said he is prepared to skip the first 10 games unless he gets a long-term contract extension.

The Vikings want referees to pay even more attention to downfield hits on Randy Moss.

Omar Nazel, an undrafted defensive end from USC's national champions, is making a push for a spot on the Seahawks' roster.

San Francisco Giants' Barry Bonds hits a solo home run against the Montreal Expos in the fifth inning during the second game of a doubleheader on Wednesday, Aug. 18, 2004, in San Francisco.

Twins pitcher Johan Santana tips his hat to the crowd as he leaves the game in the eighth inning Wednesday night.

August 18, 2004

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Allen Iverson expresses relief after scoring a team-high 17 points, despite a broken thumb.

Jeff Suppan, who was the National League's best-hitting pitcher last year, has no explanation for his hitting slump.

Mark Teixeira runs out of the batter's box after hitting a double off Cleveland pitcher Cliff Lee that scored Alfonso Soriano and Michael Young in the third inning last night.

Steelers wide receiver Antwaan Randle El might have some competition for his job as punt returner after rookie Rocardo Colclough's performance Saturday against the Detroit Lions.

N.D. Kalu, after an interception against the Redskins. Derrick Burgess or Jerome McDougle will take his spot.

The pressure is now on sophomore Greg Lee to continue the Panthers' recent tradition of excellence at the wide receiver position.

Ichiro watches his first-inning home run off Kansas City starter Darrell May.

Seahawks punter Tom Rouen is married to a former Olympian and is friends with two current ones.

August 17, 2004

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Marlins catcher Paul Lo Duca is greeted by a standing ovation in his first trip back to Dodger Stadium since being traded from L.A. to Florida.

Green Bay’s Michael Hawthorne (27) tries to chase down Seahawks wide receiver Darrell Jackson during the first quarter Monday night in Green Bay. The Seahawks won 21-3.

Wide receiver Antonio Freeman was used sparingly after being signed Monday.

Tampa Bay's Chris Simms passes against Cincinnati last night in Tampa, Fla. Simms, son of former NFL quarterback Phil Simms, led the Buccaneers to a 20-6 victory.

Broncos middle linebacker and defensive captain Al Wilson

Albert Pujols connects for a three-run homer in the eighth inning against Cincinnati, giving the St. Louis slugger five runs batted in.

Ichiro has 185 hits and is on pace for 256, which would be one short of the 84-year-old major-league record.

Rockies outfielder Matt Holliday's rookie success made trading Larry Walker a viable option

Quincy Carter led the Cowboys to a 10-6 record and a playoff appearance last season.

Quarterback Mike McMahon, corralled by the Steelers on Saturday, is not afraid to take off and run

August 16, 2004

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Vikings starting corner Brian Williams will miss up to four weeks of practice time and is in doubt for the Sept. 12 season opener against Dallas after spraining his left knee Saturday night.

Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger directs the offense against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field.

  Hee-Seop Choi follows his double in the second inning.

Rockies catcher J.D. Closser tries to pull Jason Kendall off pitcher Joe Kennedy yesterday.

Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Terry Mulholland throws against the Seattle Mariners in the first inning Tuesday at Safeco Field in Seattle.

August 15, 2004

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535: Feet that an Adam Dunn home run was measured at Tuesday night at Great American Ball Park -- the longest homer since 1976, according to one researcher.

Arizona receiver Larry Fitzgerald runs onto the field during introductions before the game.

Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger drops back to pass against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field in Detroit last night.

Broncos RB Garrison Hearst: "I'm just going to go out and try to have a good time and let my ability take over and hopefully make plays."

Daunte Culpepper (left) and Randy Moss relax on the sidelines late in the game.

An upset Gary Payton said he'll retire before playing for Boston. The Lakers "didn't respect me. Why should I respect them?" he said.

August 14, 2004

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New York Giants QB Eli Manning passes the ball during the third quarter against the Kansas City Chiefs Friday night, August 13, 2004, at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford.

Eagles Wide Receivers Coach Dave Culley with WR Terrell Owens

Former Mariner John Olerud, right, with Esteban Loaiza, returned to Seattle for the first time as a Yankee. He did not play.

August 13, 2004

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Ichiro is on pace to tie George Sisler's record of 257 hits in a season.

Jason Schmidt could win the NL Cy Young award

Minnestota Twins designated hitter Justin Morneau watches his second home run of the game head over the fence in the fifth inning as Seattle Mariners catcher Miguel Olivo looks on Thursday at Safeco Field in Seattle. On both shots, the Twins' Lew Ford sco

Dolphins starting receiver Chris Chambers is one of several receivers that have missed practice time in training camp because of sore hamstrings.

August 12, 2004

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Tim Couch may not be the Packers No. 2 quarterback.

Terrell Owens, shown with former teammate Jeff Garcia, made comments suggesting Garcia is gay.

Jaguars running back Greg Jones attempts to evade defensive lineman Rob Meier during practice on Wednesday morning. Jones is being asked to learn the tailback and fullback positions.

Pitt coach Walt Harris: Seeking answers

The Pirates' Craig Wilson hits the winning homer in the 11th, against the Giants Dustin Hermanson.

Twins catcher Joe Mauer heads to the dugout at the end of an inning during a game against Kansas City in July.

Dmitri Young crosses the plate after hitting a three-run homer in the third inning.

August 11, 2004

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Jim Edmonds circles the bases after his go-ahead home run in the 10th for St. Louis. The Cardinals had two hits — both homers.

Anaheim Angel's closer Troy Percival waves to the crowd after being honored for his 300th save before their game with the Baltimore Orioles as former Angel pitcher Chuck Finley cheers in the background at Angel Stadium in Anaheim, Calif., Tuesday, Aug. 10

Florida's Ciatrick Fason rushed for 583 yards and averaged 6.9 yards per carry last year.

Bill Cowher: Among the "hottest" days of camp

Marques Anderson (20) is trying to win the starting strong safety spot.

DT Marcus Tubbs, the Seahawks' first-round draft pick, talks with members of the media after signing a year-year contract and reporting to camp.

August 10, 2004

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Laker GM Mitch Kupchak welcomes new Lakers Marcus Banks, Chris Mihm and Chucky Atkins.

Paul Lo Duca says his dad helped keep his trade in perspective. 'He told me, '. . . They don't want you, this team does. That's it.' '

Eagles DE Jevon Kearse was carted off during the morning practice after suffering a sprained ankle

Onterrio Smith is one of the Minnesota Viking's four strong running backs. He may become a goal-line specialist.

Kendall Newson has drawn praise as the Dolphins' third receiver.

Edgar Martinez doffs his batting helmet to the crowd after driving in his 1,000th career run on a solo home run in 2001.

Edgar Martinez watches his three-run homer vs. the New York Yankees in 1995. Martinez has been a key player in nearly every significant moment in Mariners history and announced he will retire after the 2004 season on Monday.

August 09, 2004

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Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Brad Penny grimaces after throwing a pitch during the first inning against the Philadelphia Phillies, Sunday, Aug. 8, 2004, in Los Angeles. Penny left the game with a strained bicep.

Fired Blue Jays manager Carlos Tosca

Barry Sanders, from left, John Elway, Carl Eller, and Bob Brown pose with their busts after their induction into the Pro Football Hall of Fame Sunday, Aug. 8, 2004, in Canton, Ohio.

Rookie running back Kevin Jones is already being mentioned with former Lions Billy Sims and Barry Sanders.

Red Sox knuckleballer Tim Wakefield throws to the plate in the first inning, when he allowed the first of six home runs against the Tigers.

New York Yankees' Bernie Williams connects for a two-RBI single against the Toronto Blue Jays.

Randall Simon points skyward while crossing home plate after hitting a go-ahead solo homer against the Padres.

Michael Young, hitting .319 as Alex Rodriguez's replacement at shortstop for Texas, says the Rangers aren't surprised by their success.

Edgar Martinez bear dolls will benefit Children's Hospital.

Twins reliever Terry Mulholland delivers a pitch during Sunday's game against the Oakland Athletics at the Metrodome.

August 08, 2004

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Tommy Maddox, the Steelers' starting quarterback, is to one side of the field, throwing passes to Hines Ward. At 6 feet 4, Maddox can cast a long shadow. But so can Ben Roethlisberger, who is 6-5 and 241 pounds.

Green Bay Packers cornerback Chris Watson, right, tries to tackle running back Najeh Davenport (44) Saturday night during the Packers scrimmage.

Running the ball has never been a problem for former Steelers quarterback Kordell Stewart (10), shown here at the Ravens' training camp at McDaniel College. His passing consistency, on the other hand, is another story; he has a career completion percentag

Running back Clinton Portis churned out 3,099 yards in his two seasons with the Denver Broncos, an average of 5.5 yards a carry.

Larry Walker struck out in his first Cardinals at-bat, but St. Louis beat the New York Mets.

In his first start since being acquired in a trade from the Padres, Ismael Valdez allowed just two hits in six shutout innings for his first victory with Florida on Saturday.

Anaheim Angels starting pitcher Bartolo Colon throws against the Kansas City Royals in the first innig Saturday, Aug. 7, 2004, in Kansas City, Mo.

Mike Cameron was the target of Mets fans' boos after starting slowly this season. But he has come on of late, including hitting seven homers in a recent nine-game stretch.

Pitcher Joe Nathan is congratualted by catcher Henry Blanco after the Twin's 4-3 win over Oakland on Saturday in Minneapolis.

Pirate pitcher Kip Wells, filling the role of stopper, allowed just four hits and pitched into the ninth.

August 07, 2004

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Dolphins WR David Boston is out for the season after injuring a tendon in his left knee on Friday.

TE Jay Riemersma catches a pass from Tommy Maddox yesterday during drills.

Vikings hopeful Brock Lesnar got to make use of his wrestling chops while he scuffled with Kansas City linebacker Rich Scanlon, at the bottom of the pile.

San Francisco Giants starter Jason Schmidt pitches to the Chicago Cubs in the first inning on Friday, Aug. 6, 2004, in San Francisco.

Manager Bob Melvin, left, argues with umpire crew chief Joe West after Tampa Bay's Carl Crawford was awarded home plate because of obstruction by Mariners shortstop Jose Lopez during the 10th inning last night.

Oakland's Eric Byrnes scored the go-ahead run in the 11th inning on a Eric Chavez double. The A's beat the Twins 3-1 in 11 innings Friday night at the Metrodome.

August 06, 2004

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Los Angeles Dodgers' Milton Bradley (21) is congratulated by coach Glenn Hoffman as he circles the bases on his first-inning home run against the Pittsburgh Pirates Thursday, Aug. 5, 2004, in Los Angeles. Bradley had two homers, his second coming in the f

Texas Rangers' Alfonso Soriano watches his solo home run that broke a 1-1 tie against the Detroit Tigers. The Rangers won, 2-1.

Florida Marlins' Paul Lo Duca points skyward after hitting his two-run homer against the Arizona Diamondbacks. 

August 05, 2004

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Tim Brown to Broncos or Bucs?

Coming off first Pro Bowl, running back Clinton Portis is third player in league history to rush for at least 1,500 yards in each of his first two seasons.

Seattle Seahawks veteran running back Shaun Alexander gets his footing during drills at the team's training camp in Cheney, Wash., Wednesday, Aug. 4, 2004.

Hugh Douglas in Jacksonville

Cletidus Hunt says that his confrontation with Mike Sherman was blown out of context.

Alex Rodriguez reacts as he reaches home plate after hitting a winning, two-run home run in the bottom of the 11th inning last night.

Rafael Palmeiro heads for first after smashing a single that scored the go-ahead runs in the 7th inning of the Orioles' victory. Palmeiro is 7 for 14 since Sunday.

Brett Favre says the Packers' season will be considered a failure if they don't get to and win the Super Bowl.

August 04, 2004

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Former Cleveland Browns QB Tim Couch is trying to make a good impression in Green Bay while learning a completely new offense.

Seahawks tight end Jerramy Stevens says he's having fun playing again and is eager to put the past behind him. He'll battle Itula Mili for the starting spot.

Terrell Owens at work for the Eagles

John Olerud, left, works out alongside Tony Clark at first base during the New York Yankees' batting practice yesterday. Olerud didn't get into last night's game but is expected to start tonight.

Ichiro, with a 6-for-6 twin bill, ended the day as the AL batting leader (.355).

Since batting .348 in May and .309 in June, Mike Piazza has slumped through the summer

Jacque Jones celebrated with Corey Koskie at home after Koskie hit a two-run homer in the 4th inning to put the Twins ahead 3-0 tonight in Minneapolis.

Twins ace Johan Santana

August 03, 2004

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Steelers running back Jerome Bettis picks up yardage during a drill Sunday at training camp. Bettis says he understands why Ricky Williams quit.

Matt Mauck, rolling out to pass Monday at Broncos training camp, is the NFL's oldest rookie at 25 and is in contention to back up Jake Plummer.

DT Grady Jackson takes a break during the opening day of training camp for the Packers in Green Bay.

Roy Williams adds speed at receiver, running the 100-meter dash in 10.07 seconds

Seahawks coach Mike Holmgren makes a point during a gathering of his team following the second practice of the opening day of training camp.

Minnesota Vikings second round draft choice Dontarrious Thomas takes part in his first day of training camp Monday, Aug. 2, 2004 in Mankato, Minn. Thomas played college ball for Auburn.

Carolina Panthers running back Deshaun Foster jokes with teammates during the team's training camp in Spartanburg, S.C., Sunday, Aug. 1, 2004. Foster, the Panthers' backup to Pro Bowler Stephen Davis, is the rare player who honestly doesn't mind waiting h

Jason Kendall makes a snap throw to first earlier this season.

Boston’s Kevin Youkilis lines an RBI double off Tampa Bay pitcher Mark Hendrickson during the fifth inning.

San Diego shortstop Khalil Greene has been a quick study in his first full year in the major leagues.

Could Jason Kendall be a Dodger?

LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers will be the Bucks' first opponent at the Bradley Center this season.

Rasheed Wallace and the Pistons will have a Palace rematch with the Los Angeles Lakers on Feb. 10.

August 02, 2004

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Shortstop Nomar Garciaparra, above, plays his first game for the Chicago Cubs after eight seasons with the Boston Red Sox; right-hander Greg Maddux failed in his bid for win No. 300.

Twins starting pitcher Johan Santana won his 10th game and had 12 strikeouts in the Twins 4-3 win over Boston in Minneapolis today.

"I've never really thought of myself as having an ego," said Terrell Owens, who is known for end zone antics.

Linebacker Kendrell Bell plays pass defense during wide receiver drills at Steelers training camp.

Vikings Linebacker E.J. Henderson, during the morning practice Sunday, day 2 of training camp in Mankato. Players donned shells this morning and began the first hitting of training camp.

August 01, 2004

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Shortstop Nomar Garciaparra tips his cap from the dugout after he hit a grand slam on June 22. The Red Sox sent Garciaparra to the Chicago Cubs in a blockbuster, four-team deal yesterday.

Arizona Diamondbacks' Steve Finley follows through on his two-run home run off Florida Marlins' Carl Pavano in the seventh inning in this May 24, 2004 file photo, in Miami.The Diamondbacks traded Finley to the Los Angeles Dodgers on Saturday, July 31, 200

Trade talk involving Arizona pitcher Randy Johnson was red hot, but the Big Unit remained with the Diamondbacks as the trade deadline passed. A proposed deal with the Los Angeles Dodgers fell through.

Anaheim manager Mike Scioscia, center left, grabs Jose Guillen in celebration after Guillen hit a winning homer in the 11th.

San Francisco Giants' Armando Rios waves to the crowd after Rios hit a pinch-hit, two-out, three-run homer in this July, 18, 2000 file photo, in San Francisco. An investigative memo obtained by the San Francisco Chronicle says that Rios, now in the minor

Matt Hasselbeck, left, believes there's merit to coach Mike Holmgren's idea that a few improvements will take the Seahawks a long way.

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