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Photographers sent out to chronicle Maria Sharapova's matches now refer to the assignment as "Babewatch," a British newspaper reported. 
Randy Johnson tips his cap after fanning San Diego's Jeff Cirillo for the Arizona pitcher's 4,000th career strikeout. 
Tracy McGrady of the Houston Rockets 
Steve Francis now of the Orlando Magic. 
WR Robert Ferguson had 38 receptions for 520 yards and four TDs in '03. 
Dmitri Young is in the middle of the celebration after his walk-off home run in the 11th inning gave the Tigers their fifth straight win. 
Minnesota first baseman Doug Mientkiewicz fields a ball hit by Chicago's Aaron Rowand during the fourth inning of Tuesday night's game at the Merodome. 
Eddie Guardado, left, celebrates with new Mariners catcher Miguel Olivo after Seattle’s 4-3 victory over Texas. 
Kansas City jumped at the first good offer — from Houston — for Carlos Beltran. 
Sean Burnett won his first game as a big leaguer last night. 
Milwaukee's Chad Moeller takes a good look at his grand slam off Colorado Rockies starter Shawn Estes in the third inning Tuesday night. 
Los Angeles Dodgers' Jayson Werth reacts after hitting a solo homer against the San Francisco Giants during the fifth inning in Los Angeles, on Tuesday, June 29, 2004. June 29, 2004« May 2004 | Main | July 2004 »
Steve Finley might be the bat the Padres need. 
LaDainian Tomlinson gained 4,542 offensive yards the past two seasons. 
Rockets' Steve Francis, a three-time NBA all-star, likely will be a member of the Magic next season. 
Jameer Nelson poses with Magic GM John Weisbrod (left) and Coach Johnny Davis (right). 
A disagreement over guaranteed money have stalled negotiations for Adewale Ogunleye. 
Shortstop Jack Wilson whoops it up as he crosses home plate with the winning run in the ninth inning. 
Justin Miller, a pitcher in the Toronto organization, and his tattoos. 
Pitcher Brad Radke takes the mound at the Metrodome against the Mets earlier this month. 
According to a report, four separate groups have expressed interest in buying the Brewers. 
MU coach Tom Crean: "I have not met with Ohio State or anybody. I'm not making myself a candidate for anything." 
Bobby Higginson, left, says the Tigers are inconsistent and that the team is starting to learn how to win 
Bob Knight won an NCAA title as a player for the Buckeyes in 1960. June 28, 2004« May 2004 | Main | July 2004 »
San Francisco Giants' Barry Bonds points skyward after hitting a solo home run off Oakland Athletics starter Mark Redman in the fourth inning Sunday, June 27, 2004, in Oakland, Calif. 
Los Angeles Dodgers' Adrian Beltre hits his second home run of the day against the Anaheim Angels in the sixth inning, Sunday, June 27, 2004 in Los Angeles. Beltre drove in Shawn Green with the homer. 
Jose Contreras shut down the Mets on Sunday. 
Rafael Furcal singles home the tying run during Atlanta's 7-run eighth inning. "This is just incredibly tough to swallow," said Orioles Manager Lee Mazzilli. 
Carlos Pena connects on a 2-2 pitch for a grand slam to right field 
Carlos Pena after hitting the game winning grand slam 
Doug Davis became the first Brewers left-hander to post five wins in June 
Minnesota Twins catcher Henry Blanco tags out Milwaukee Brewers' Chad Moeller as Moeller attempts to score on a ground ball during the fifth inning Sunday in Minneapolis. 
Pudge Rodriguez has been as good as advertised, leading the Tigers in hitting with a .372 average. June 27, 2004« May 2004 | Main | July 2004 »
Shaq-ramento. Long live Shaq and the Queens, with the Kings and the Diesel working together.From ludicrous to compelling to happy to sad, reactions to the possibility run the gamut. 
Doug Mientkiewicz isn't happy with his .240 average, and everyone around him knows this.
Prized center fielder Carlos Beltran ended up with the Houston Astros. 
The Padres' Ryan Klesko winces as he is hit in the leg by a Ron Villone pitch. 
Seattle Mariners’ Jolbert Cabrera rounds the bases after hitting a three-run home run in the sixth inning against the San Diego Padres on Saturday. 
Tom Crean issued a statement Saturday reaffirming his intention to remain at Marquette. 
John Rivera and his website http://www.jrivera.net . June 26, 2004« May 2004 | Main | July 2004 »
Dallas and Sacramento are among the teams that want Shaquille O'Neal. 
Atlanta and Denver want K-Mart 
The Braves would be willing to trade CF Andruw Jones. 
Devil Rays manager Lou Piniella puts his arm around pitcher Dewon Brazelton after taking the 24-year-old out of the game in the eighth inning. Mike Lowell's two-out double in the eighth broke up his no-hit bid. 
Mariners starter Freddy Garcia gave up one hit in his final eight innings Friday night but took the loss after allowing three runs on three hits in the first. 
Twins starting pitcher Johan Santana's 10 strikeouts Friday night, June 25, gave him a total of 100, putting him in the lead of the AL Central. 
Aubrey Huff sealed the game with an eighth-inning homer. June 25, 2004« May 2004 | Main | July 2004 »
Dwight Howard (right), chosen No. 1 by the Orlando Magic, is congratulated by NBA commissioner David Stern. 
Rich Gannon, left, and Kerry Collins drop back to pass during a mini-camp drill this week in Alameda, Calif 
Carlos Beltran hits a solo home run off Tigers' starter Nate Robertson during the first inning Thursday. After the game Beltran was traded to the Houston Astros 
Marlins starter Dontrelle Willis pitches against the Atlanta Braves in the first inning Thursday, June 24, 2004, in Miami. 
Detroit Tigers' Ivan Rodriguez drops the bat after hitting a two-run double off Kansas City's Chris George during the 4th inning Thursday. 
Luis Castillo, left, is greeted by Jeff Conine after Castillo scored on a double by Mike Lowell in the Marlins' four-run first inning. 
Houston Astros pitcher Roger Clemens throws a pitch to Pittsburgh Pirates' Jason Kendall during the first inning Thursday in Houston. 
Jason Kendall launches his first career grand slam home run over baserunner Rob Mackowiak to put last night's game out of reach of the Astros. 
Police say they're puzzled why someone would steal FSU's national title trophies, including the 1999 championship trophy (right) held by Coach Bobby Bowden after the 2000 Sugar Bowl victory over Virginia Tech. That trophy and the 1993 crystal football tro 
Vegas has high expectations for the Patriots this season. June 24, 2004« May 2004 | Main | July 2004 »
U-Conn. star Emeka Okafor knows only that he will be taken in the NBA draft; by whom is just one of the many uncertainties roiling the league. 
Greg Maddux says the Cubs have potentially the best starting staff in baseball. 
Jeromy Burnitz, who had a rough time when he was with the New York Mets, is having a fine season with the Rockies. 
Marlins' Jeff Conine, right, gets a high-five from Mike Lowell after hitting a three-run homerun to put his team up 5-0. 
Los Angeles Dodgers starter Jeff Weaver pitches to the San Francisco Giants in the first inning on Wednesday, June 23, 2004, in San Francisco. 
Ryan Franklin reacts after loading the bases in the sixth inning against the Texas Rangers Wednesday night. 
Reed Johnson, right, is glad-handed by Orlando Hudson, left, and Blue Jays teammates after his winning hit in the 10th inning. 
At first base with Texas' Mark Teixeira in the fifth inning, Hiram Bocachica, left, questions a ruling that his hit was not a home run. 
Former Wisconsin star Devin Harris has been a little jumpy about where he'll be picked in the NBA draft Thursday at Madison Square Garden. 
Kasey Kahne has had little time to stand around. The Enumclaw native and NASCAR rookie already has become one of the most popular drivers on the circuit. 
Athlon notes Michigan junior Matt Gutierrez "might have been the best non-starting quarterback in America last year."Athlon notes Michigan junior Matt Gutierrez "might have been the best non-starting quarterback in America last year." June 23, 2004« May 2004 | Main | July 2004 »
Jeremy Shockey participated in Giants mini-camp this month, but foot problem led him to surgery yesterday. He likely will miss first two weeks of camp next month. 
Tracy McGrady pitches Tuesday in an Auburndale baseball league. The Marvelous Macs lost. 
Former undisputed heavyweight champion Mike Tyson was granted a boxing license Monday in New Jersey. Here he reacts after knockout of Clifford Etienne at the Pyramid in Memphis, Tenn., in 2003. 
Mariners right fielder Ichiro slides to catch the ball on a pop-up hit by Texas Ranger Michael Young in the second inning last night. The Rangers scored six runs in the sixth to break open a 3-1 game. 
Manny Ramirez is among the storied players in Boston Red Sox history who have experienced highs and lows at Fenway Park. He receives a warm welcome in the dugout after hitting a two-run home run against San Diego last week. 
Geoff Jenkins drives in the go-ahead run after being hit by a pitch in the seventh inning. 
Minnesota Twins catcher Joe Mauer pats pitcher Joe Roa, right, during a mound visit after Roa gave up a grand slam to Boston Red Sox's Nomar Garciaparra in the seventh inning at Fenway Park in Boston, Tuesday. 
Carlos Guillen has become comfortable in Detroit. "It's about how you feel (and) I want to play here," he said 
Pirates catcher Jason Kendall breaks up a double play as he collides with Houston Astros second baseman Mike Lamb during the first inning in Houston. Kendall was out at second and the Pirates' Jack Wilson was safe at first base. 
Yankees' Mike Mussina settled down after rough start, finishing by retiring 11 O's in a row. 
Newly-acquired Marlins relief pitcher Billy Koch has a wild side that should help liven up the locker room atmosphere. 
Marcus Thames had the hot bat in Toledo, but it cooled off in Kansas City Tuesday night when he went 0-for-4 
B.C. quarterback Dave Dickenson is introduced before the Lions' season opener at B.C. Place Stadium. Dickenson was briefly a Seahawk in 2002. 
Yao Ming, Houston's 7-foot-5 center, is already an imposing inside force. 
Orlando's Tracy McGrady, right, may be traded for Houston's Steve Francis 
Shaquille O'Neal has said he wants to be traded, but apparently it won't be to the Clippers. June 22, 2004« May 2004 | Main | July 2004 »
The Houston Chronicle reports that a deal will soon be completed that will send Tracy McGrady to Houston for Steve Francis. Other players from both teams may also be involved in the deal. 
A three-time NBA All-Star, Steve Francis has paced the Rockets in scoring four of his five years with the team. Last year, he joined Oscar Robertson, Magic Johnson and Grant Hill as the only players in NBA history to average 15 points, five rebounds and f 
David Letterman displays a photo of guest Larry Brown wearing denim overalls in his days as an ABA coach 
Anaheim's Vladimir Guerrero rounds the bases after hitting a home run in the seventh inning against the Oakland Athletics last night. 
It seems a foregone conclusion that Freddy Garcia will be traded by the July 31 deadline. But if the Mariners get back in the division race, it could change the team's mind. 
Catcher Pudge Rodriguez, who joined the Tigers this year, leads the A.L. with a .361 batting average 
Scott Podsednik is tied for the major-league lead with 30 stolen bases. The Brewers' leadoff hitter has only been thrown out twice this season while trying to swipe a bag 
Pittsburgh Pirates shortstop Jack Wilson throws to first base to complete a double play as Houston Astros' Lance Berkman slides into second during last night's 7-5 loss to the Astros. 
Braylon Edwards is one of three key Wolverines who elected to return for their senior season 
NBA draft candidate Shaun Livingston prepares to dunk during a workout for the Charlotte Bobcats last Thursday. Livingston was named Illinois Mr. Basketball this past high-school season. 
Jarome Iginla tied for the NHL lead in goals with 41. 
Eric Gagne picked up two saves against the Yankees. 
Emeka Okafor would give the Magic an inside presence.Doug Pensinger/Getty Images June 21, 2004« May 2004 | Main | July 2004 »
Retief Goosen captured his second U.S. Open in four years Sunday. 
Tiger Woods seems to be pointing the finger at others for the struggles he is having with his game. 
Ken Griffey Jr. follows the flight of career home run No. 500 on Sunday at Busch Stadium in St. Louis. 
Freddy Garcia throws to Pittsburgh's Bobby Hill in the second inning yesterday. The Seattle offense helped Garcia to his fourth win. 
Minnesota Twins pitcher Johan Santana hits an RBI single against the Milwaukee Brewers on Sunday in Milwaukee. 
Bobby Higginson's career high of 30 homers came four seasons ago. 
Minnesota's Joe Mauer tags out Scott Podsednik after a dropped third strike in the eighth inning at Miller Park Sunday. 
Brian Roberts and the Orioles watch seven-game losing streak come to an end on grand slam. "One swing brought us back from the dead," Rafael Palmeiro said. 
Alan Trammell argues with plate umpire Fieldin Culbreth after Pudge Rodriguez was called out on strikes. June 20, 2004« May 2004 | Main | July 2004 »
Rudy Tomjanovich will meet with the Lakers in LA on Monday or Tuesday. (AP Photo) 
Pat Riley spoke out about the Los Angeles' reported interest in hiring Riley to coach the Lakers: 'There's nothing to it,' Riley said through a Heat spokesman. 
San Francisco Giants reliever Matt Herges pumps his fist in celebration after striking out the Boston Red Sox's Manny Ramirez to end the game in the ninth inning on Saturday, June 19, 2004 in San Francisco. Giants won 6-4. 
Geoff Jenkins watches the flight of his home run Saturday that proved to be the game-winning run. 
Retief Goosen is alone atop the U.S. Open leaderboard heading into Sunday's final round. 
The renovated Lambeau Field helped the Packers see an increase of nearly $26 million in operating revenue. June 19, 2004« May 2004 | Main | July 2004 »
The Los Angeles Lakers' Shaquille O'Neal slam dunks against the Detroit Pistons in the third quarter of Game 2 of the NBA Finals in Los Angeles, Tuesday, June 8, 2004. 
Tracy McGrady could be traded by Orlando this week. 
Lakers coach Phil Jackson shares a laugh with Shaquille O'Neal at the start of practice at the Palace in Auburn Hills, Mich., Saturday, June 12, 2004. 
Oakland Athletics' Mark Kotsay watches his ball fly out of Wrigley Field for a home run during the third inning against the Chicago Cubs Friday, June 18, 2004 in Chicago. June 18, 2004« May 2004 | Main | July 2004 »
Phil Mickelson is hanging tough at the U.S. Open 
Would the Lakers trade Shaquille O'Neal this offseason? 
Anaheim Angels starting pitcher Bartolo Colon throws in the first inning of Anaheim's 5-2 loss to the Pittsburgh Pirates on Thursday, June 17, 2004 in Pittsburgh. 
Packers QB Tim Couch met with the state media Thursday in Green Bay. 
Fans jammed downtown Detroit to cheer on the Pistons' victory lap and rally. Police couldn't keep the jubilant crowd from swarming the players' cars 
Ken Griffey Jr. discards his bat after striking out in the seventh inning in his final at-bat yesterday. 
Centerfielder Scott Podsednik is one of the more intense players in the Brewers' clubhouse and has developed a reputation among teammates as a "snapper," a guy who takes out his frustrations on batting helmets, lockers, doors, walls or other inanimate obj 
Pirates leftfielder Rob Mackowiak leaps over shortstop Jack Wilson after he bobbles a ball hit by Garret Anderson. June 17, 2004« May 2004 | Main | July 2004 »
Adam Dunn dips his head in a cooler of cold water prior to the game. 
Chauncey Billups, NBA Finals MVP, on the David Letterman show. 
Teddy Bruschi will most likely spend his entire career with the Patriots 
Brock Huard's comfort level is higher as the No. 3 QB in Seattle than as the No. 2 in Indianapolis. 
Chauncey Billups: "I think we're going to try and build on this." 
Karl Malone watched the Lakers lose Game 5 in street clothes. 
Pittsburgh's Daryle Ward (31) is greeted by teammate Jack Wilson, who was on base for Ward's three-run home run that capped a five-run fifth inning. 
Astros reliever Octavio Dotel wipes his face during a rocky ninth inning against the Cubs Tuesday night. 
Former Brewers great Paul Molitor thanks the fans at Miller Park as Chris Bosio and Bob Uecker look on. 
Sergio Garcia, who was a target of heckling in the 2002 U.S. Open, walks on the 17th green Wednesday at the Shinnecock Hills Golf Club in Southampton, N.Y. 
Florida's Carl Pavano (7-2) won his third consecutive start and picked up his second career shutout Wednesday night, striking out eight and walking one. June 16, 2004« May 2004 | Main | July 2004 »
Chauncey Billups finished with 14 points and six assists and was named the MVP of the series. 
Detroit Pistons forward Rasheed Wallace whopps it up on court after helping to rout the Lakers in Game Five. 
Shaq watches the Detroit Pistons win the NBA Championship. 
Detroit's Rasheed Wallace is hugged by Mike James (7) near as the Pistons beat the Lakers 100-87 Tuesday night to win the NBA championship. 
The Pistons' Corliss Williamson, left, forced Kobe Bryant into a tough shot on a first-half drive Monday in Detroit. 
Tim Couch played in 10 games last season, starting eight. He completed 120 of 203 passes for 1,319 yards, with six TDs and seven INTs. 
Tennessee running back Eddie George works out during morning practice in Nashville, Tenn., yesterday. George is negotiating a new contract to remain a Titan. 
Tiger Woods practices his chip shot on the second hole at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club Monday. 
Tom Izzo has had MSU in the NCAA Tournament in seven of his nine years. 
Lyle Overbay (left) greets Geoff Jenkins after Jenkins' solo home run in the eighth. 
Curt Schilling could be heading to the Rockies DL 
Manager Lee Mazzilli hopes Rodrigo Lopez can return stability to Orioles' bullpen, whose ERA has more than doubled since Lopez became a starter. 
Minesota pitcher Johan Santana yielded only two hits to the Montreal Expos through seven innings Tuesday night. June 15, 2004« May 2004 | Main | July 2004 »
Detroit's Rasheed Wallace is 48 minutes away from winning the championship 
Jim Thome hit his 400th home run on Monday. 
Tim Couch's deal with the Packers is worth a reported $1.25 million. 
Steelers quarterback Tommy Maddox did not score as big as first indicated with the new contract he signed. 
Jeremy Shockey has a bum foot for the New York Giants 
The Dolphins are planning to lower their qualifying offer to defensive end Adewale Ogunleye in case the team's 2003 MVP sits out training camp and most of the regular season. 
Tom Izzo could be coaching the Toronto Raptors next season. 
Jose Contreras could be pitching for Seattle or Florida soon. 
In Paul Molitor's first season as hitting coach in Seattle, the Mariners rank at the bottom of the American League in runs (251), home runs (44) and RBI (235). 
NBA rookie of the year LeBron James, left, and singer Kid Rock add a little star power to the festivities at the Pistons' Palace of Auburn Hills. 
The billboards, featuring Gophers star running backs Laurence Maroney, left, and Marion Barber III are meant to build support for the upcoming football season. June 14, 2004« May 2004 | Main | July 2004 »
Ben Wallace throws down two points during the Pistons' victory over the Lakers during Game 4 of the NBA Finals. 
Rasheed Wallace dunks for the Pistons 
Los Angeles coach Phil Jackson yells from the sideline during first-quarter action against the Detroit Pistons in Game 4 of the NBA Finals. 
New England Patriots 2004 Super Bowl rings. 
Cincinnati's Ken Griffey Jr. watches the flight of his 499th career home run yesterday. In his next at-bat, the ex-Mariner drove a pitch that Cleveland right fielder Jody Gerut caught at the wall. 
Los Angeles Dodgers' Milton Bradley yells at first base umpire Mark Carlson while pointing to his own eyes after Bradley was picked off first base by Boston Red Sox pitcher Pedro Martinez during the fourth inning at Fenway Park in Boston on Sunday, June 1 
Nomar Garciaparra: "I'm well enough to play and I want to be out there. I wish I could say I'm a hundred percent, but I'd be kidding myself." 
The Pistons' Richard Hamilton shoots over the Lakers' Kobe Bryant in the first quarter Sunday night in Game 4 of the NBA Finals at the Palace of Auburn Hills. 
What Richard Hamilton, left, and Tayshaun Prince lack in pounds they make up in presence as the duo leads the Pistons in their quest for an NBA title against the Los Angeles Lakers. 
Brewers pitcher Ben Sheets puts the bunt down against the Astros 
Pirates starter Kip Wells leaves the game after giving up a grand slam home run to Adam Melhuse in the fifth inning. June 13, 2004« May 2004 | Main | July 2004 »
San Francisco Giants' Barry Bonds, right, and Baltimore Orioles' Rafael Palmeiro chat in the 11th innning at first base Saturday, June 12, 2004, at Camden Yards in Baltimore. Both players homered in the game, which San Francisco won 9-6 in 11 innings. 
Dodgers' Jayson Werth, right, is welcomed home by teammate Cesar Izturis, left, after Werth hit a two-run home run off a pitch by Boston Red Sox starting pitcher Tim Wakefield in the fourth inning at Boston's Fenway Park, Saturday, June 12, 2004. The Dod 
Bartolo Colon: 6.00 ERA in his first 12 starts. 
Cristian Guzman slides safely into third base before David Bell could tag him in the seventh inning. 
Pirate Ruben Mateo watches his grand slam off Oakland's Mark Redman in the fifth inning. June 11, 2004« May 2004 | Main | July 2004 »
Charles Barkley at work on the golf course. 
New England Patriots cornerback Ty Law speaks to the media following the first day of a minicamp, Thursday, June 10, 2004 in Foxboro, Mass. 
Denver Broncos starting quarterback Jake Plummer throws a pass during a minicamp practice at Broncos headquarters, Thursday, June 10, 2004, in Denv 
Pistons Rasheed Wallace (30) celebrates in the fourth quarter against Los Angeles Lakers in Game 3 of the NBA Finals at the Palace in Auburn Hills, Mich., Thursday,June 10, 2004. 
Lakers center Shaquille O'Neal takes a breather on the bench during the third quarter during the game against the Detroit Pistons in game 3 of the NBA Finals at the Palace in Auburn Hills, Mich., Thursday, June 10, 2004. 
Detroit's Chauncey Billups ducked beneath Lakers guard Gary Payton on Thursday. Billups and backcourt mate Richard Hamilton combined for 50 points, compared to 17 for Payton and Kobe Bryant. 
Boston Red Sox' Manny Ramirez, right, receives a warm welcome in the dugout after hitting a two-run home run in the fourth inning off a pitch by San Diego Padres starting pitcher Ismael Valdez, at Boston's Fenway Park, Thursday, June 10, 2004. The Red Sox 
Anaheim Angels' Garret Anderson follows through on a hit to deep center field during the second inning against the Milwaukee Brewers, Thursday night, June 10, 2004, in Anaheim, Calif. Anderson was activated from the disabled list Thursday after missing 42 
Designated hitter Michael Ryan, right, is congratulated by Doug Mientkiewicz after Ryan hit a game-winning single scoring Luis Rivas to beat the New York Mets 3-2 in the 15th inning in Minneapolis Thursday. June 10, 2004« May 2004 | Main | July 2004 »
Quarterback Tim Couch was Cleveland's first selection as an expansion team in 1999. 
Defensive end Jamal Reynolds has contributed next to nothing since being selected by the Packers with the 10th pick in the 2001 draft. 
Mariners manager Bob Melvin argues with third-base umpire Dale Scott Wednesday night after Scott overturned a home-run call in the seventh inning. 
Jason Varitek had a long night. 
Twin's catcher Henry Blanco talked with pitcher Juan Rincon during a game against Anaheim May 1, 2004. 
Oakland's Erubiel Durazo (44) is met at the dugout by Damian Miller (26) and Eric Karros (32) after hitting a two-run home run. 
Derek Jeter of the Yankees 
Junior Spivey, left, and Bill Hall celebrate at the plate after scoring on Keith Ginter's single to left center in the eighth. June 09, 2004« May 2004 | Main | July 2004 »
Kobe Bryant shoots a three-pointer over Rip Hamilton to tie the game and send it into overtime 
Trying to defend Lakers' 7-foot-1, 340-pound Shaquille O'Neal, above, is like trying to move a wall, said Pistons' Ben Wallace: It can't be done. 
Pistons forward Rasheed Wallace voices displeasure over a call 
Among her recent travels, Anna Kournikova was in Kansas City, above, to throw out the first pitch at a Royals game and in Plymouth, England, left, to signal the start of the Transat yacht race. 
Lions quarterback Joey Harrington gets ready to take his cuts before the Braves-Tigers game. 
After 22 years, Lightning captain Dave Andreychuk finally got hold of the Stanley Cup, but next season is up in the air. 
The Steelers' Kendrell Bell applies pressure to Ravens quarterback Kyle Boller during action at Heinz 
Ravens tight end Todd Heap, shown in last year's training camp, was tutored by Shannon Sharpe and has made the Pro Bowl twice in three NFL seasons. 
Abraham Nunez runs the bases after hitting a home run off Cleveland Indians' Cliff Lee in the third inning 
Milwaukee's Ben Sheets pitched no-hit ball for 6 2/3 innings. 
Minnesota's Jacque Jones scores the winning run behind New York Mets catcher Vance Wilson in the ninth inning Tuesday to give the Twins a 2-1 victory. June 08, 2004« May 2004 | Main | July 2004 »
Jamal Lewis addressed the media for the first time since being indicted on federal drug conspiracy charges in Atlanta in late February, saying that he is not guilty. 
Cletidus Hunt says personal reasons kept him from the start of minicamp. 
New York Giants' Quarterbacks Eli Manning (L) and Kurt Warner throw the football during mini camp practice at Giants Stadium in East Rutherford, New Jersey. 
Shaquille O'Neal and the Lakers need to regroup before Game 2. 
Tampa Bay's Rusian Fedotenko scores the first of his two goals Monday when he beat Calgary goalie Miikka Kiprusoff, right, on a first-period power play. 
Tampa Bay goaltender Nikolai Khabibulin leaps in the air at the end of Game 7 as the Lightning held on to beat the Calgary Flames 2-1 to win the Stanley Cup championship. 
Dave Andreychuk after 22 seasons in the NHL, the Tampa Bay Lightning captain will finally have his name engraved on the Stanley Cup. 
Kobe Bryant and the Lakers remain confident despite dropping the first game of the series to the Pistons. 
Phil Jackson-led teams have shown a remarkable ability to bounce back after falling behind early in a series. Jackson's Lakers trail the Pistons, 1-0, in the NBA Finals. 
Los Angeles Lakers guard Gary Payton chose to talk before Game 1 but hasn't since. He managed just 3 points and 3 assists during 31 minutes in Game 1. 
O's made Wade Townsend, center, the No. 8 pick in the draft. Fellow Rice starting pitchers Jeff Niemann, left, and Philip Humber also went high, Niemann by Devil Rays at No. 4, Humber by Mets at No. 3. 
Tommy Maddox is happy with his new contract in Pittsburgh. June 07, 2004« May 2004 | Main | July 2004 »
Detroit Pistons’ Ben Wallace fights for the ball under the basket against Los Angeles Lakers’ Shaquille O’Neal during the first quarter in Game 1 of the NBA Finals at the Staples Center. The Pistons won 87-75. 
Chauncey Billups scored 22 points Sunday as the Pistons took a 1-0 lead in the NBA Finals. 
Veteran QB Kurt Warner, who signed with Giants last Thursday, worked out later in day and impressed his new teammates. 
Joe Mauer watches his first major league home run in the eighth inning of Sunday's game against the Detroit Tigers in Minneapolis. 
Jason Giambi hits a solo home run in the 8th inning for the 2-0 lead over Texas in is his first game back from the disabled list. 
Pirates' left fielder Rob Mackowiak jumps for ball hit by Cubs' Aramis Ramirez which was ruled a home run in the seventh inning. 
Mike Mussina at work for the Yankees 
Craig Counsell (30) scores on a sacrifice fly in the first inning. 
Florida State junior shortstop Stephen Drew will be one of the first three players selected, according to published reports; possibly No. 1 overall to the San Diego Padres. Detroit and the New York Mets select second and third. June 06, 2004« May 2004 | Main | July 2004 »
Jockey Edgar Prado, on 36-1 shot Birdstone, reacts after beating Smarty Jones, ridden by Stewart Elliott (blue silks) Saturday. 
Lakers coach Phil Jackson, center, knows his players must not underestimate the Pistons' offense. 
Brewers batters boosted the self-esteem of Padres right-hander Ismael Valdez, who entered the game with a 5.06 ERA. 
Will Titans RB Eddie George be heading to the Raiders 
Detroit's Carlos Pena, right, received high-fives after his home run off the Twins' Seth Greisinger. June 05, 2004« May 2004 | Main | July 2004 »
Sean Casey is having a huge year for the Cincinnati Reds.
Los Angeles Lakers' Shaquille O'Neal practices free-throws Friday, June 4, 2004, in El Segundo, Calif. Lakers will take on the Detroit Pistons in the 2004 NBA Finals on Sunday. 
Smarty Jones gets a bath after his morning workout on June 4, 2004, at Belmont Racetrack in Elmont, New York. Smarty Jones is the favored horse that will be racing on June 5th at the 136th running of the Belmont Stakes. 
Minnesota's Torii Hunter (48) is welcomed home by teammates after hitting a solo home run off Detroit's Jamie Walker with one out in the ninth inning to win the game 3-2 Friday. June 04, 2004« May 2004 | Main | July 2004 »
Karl Malone averaged a career-low 13.2 points and 8.7 rebounds this season with the Los Angeles Lakers. 
Phil Jackson, right, and Kobe Bryant may be headed to a divorce regardless of the outcome in the NBA Finals. 
Edgar Martinez believes he still can be productive this season for the Mariners. 
Tampa Bay's Aubrey Huff watches the flight of his three-run home run off a Johan Santana pitch in the sixth inning of Thursday's afternoon game in Minneapolis. 
Steam rises from Smarty Jones as groom Mario Arriagas gives him his final morning bath at Philadelphia Park before leaving for the Belmont Stakes. 
Orioles catcher Robert Machado is left waiting for the ball in the seventh inning while the Yankees' Derek Jeter scores on Gary Sheffield's double. 
Brewers 2003 First round draft pick Rickie Weeks is at Class AA Huntsville. 
Hideki Matsui of the New York Yankees hits a home run during the second game of the season between the New York Yankees at work 
Joey Harrington needs to have a big 2004 for the Detroit Lions. June 03, 2004« May 2004 | Main | July 2004 »
Every time Vladimir Guerrero came to the plate Wednesday against the Red Sox he produced at least one run and finished with nine RBIs. 
Phil Jackson is seeking his 10th championship ring as a coach. 
Can Kurt Warner turn things around in New Jersey? 
Vikings linebacker E.J Henderson gradually will be worked back into the lineup after his knee surgery. 
Wisconsin guard Devin Harris will forgo his final season of college basketball and fully enter the NBA draft, a source familiar with the situation said Wednesday. 
League MVP Kevin Garnett is going to have to push his not-getting-any-younger Wolves team forward quickly. 
Jose Contreras stinking up the Bronx 
FIRST NIGHT BACK: 'I'd like to go five, six innings. Maybe seven,' A.J. Burnett said. 
Hiram Bocachica, promoted from Class AAA Tacoma before last night's game, answers the call after M's outfielder Raul Ibanez was injured running the bases. 
Kurt Warner is headed to the New York Giants June 02, 2004« May 2004 | Main | July 2004 »
Los Angeles Dodgers' Milton Bradley throws a bag of baseballs onto the field after being ejected from the game by umpire Terry Craft for arguing balls and strikes against the Milwaukee Brewers in the sixth inning Tuesday, June 1, 2004, at Dodgers Stadium 
The Steelers released all-time franchise sack king Jason Gildon.
The Packers are making another push to acquire Tim Couch. 
Detroit forward Rasheed Wallace holds up the NBA Eastern Conference trophy after the Pistons beat Indiana in Game 6 last night. 
Detroit's Ben Wallace raises the Eastern Conference trophy after defeating the Indiana Pacers Tuesday. 
Las Vegas' bidders for the Expos might have to take baseball off the sports books in exchange for membership in the big leagues. 
Doug Davis gave up only four hits in his six innings of work. 
Minnesota's Korey Koskie slides past Tampa Bay catcher Toby Hall in the third inning, after Hall bobbled a ball thrown by first baseman Robert Flick, Tuesday, in Minneapolis. Flick was charged with an error. 
Is Vinny Testaverde headed to the Dallas Cowboys? 
Alfonso Soriano is the major league leader in All-Star votes. June 01, 2004« May 2004 | Main | July 2004 »
Game 6: Kobe Bryant, left, and Karl Malone embrace in the closing seconds of the Lakers' 96-90 victory over the Wolves in Game 6 of the NBA Western Conference. 
Rip Hamilton and his Detroit teammates have the home-court edge Tuesday as they try to eliminate the Pacers. 
Miikka Kiprusoff started the season as the No. 3 goalie in San Jose. Since then, he had the lowest goals against average (1.69) in the NHL since World War II. 
Kobe Bryant, right, hugs Lakers teammate Kareem Rush during Game 6. Rush scored 18 points off the bench. 
Eric Gagne, who says he was 'born to close,' has converted 75 consecutive save opportunities. 
Kurt Warner is looking for new team 
KG hangs his head after fouling out late in the fourth quarter. Trenton Hassell is behind. 
Brett Favre is expected to be more active in the Packers' next minicamp. 
Cincinnati's Ken Griffey Jr. connects for a three-run home run in the seventh inning against Florida yesterday. It was Griffey's 13th home run of the season and the 494th of his career. 
The Lakers' Shaquille O'Neal, left, comes down with the rebound over the Timberwolves' Ervin Johnson during the second quarter last night. 
Kobe Bryant soars over Michael Olowokandi for two points Monday night. 
Dimitri Young talks with Pudge Rodrigez in the Tigers dugout. 
Carlos Guillen connects on a drive that became an inside-the-park home run in the eighth against Kansas City Warning: include(/home/benmalle/www/includes/footer.php) [function.include]: failed to open stream: No such file or directory in /home/benmalle/public_html/archives/2004/june/pictures.html on line 6010 Warning: include() [function.include]: Failed opening '/home/benmalle/www/includes/footer.php' for inclusion (include_path='.:/usr/lib/php:/usr/local/lib/php') in /home/benmalle/public_html/archives/2004/june/pictures.html on line 6010 |