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Pacers warm to task

Michael Marot — Sun, 19 May 2013 03:00:00 EST

Lance Stephenson scored nine of his playoff career-high 23 points during a late 11-2 run Saturday night, leading the Indiana Pacers past the New York Knicks, 106-99 and into the Eastern Conference finals for the first time since 2004.

Oxbow spoils Triple Crown hopes

Richard Rosenblatt — Sun, 19 May 2013 03:00:00 EST

Right from the start, a horse trained by one not-so-over-the-hill Hall of Famer and ridden by another took control of the Preakness. The result: a huge upset and the end of any hopes for a Triple Crown attempt at the Belmont Stakes.

Jockey proves he's not the retiring type

David Ginsburg — Sun, 19 May 2013 03:00:00 EST

Although no one really keeps track of such things, Gary Stevens had no problem making the assessment with complete conviction. "I guarantee I'm the first grandfather winner of a Triple Crown race," said the 50-year-old Stevens, who guided Oxbow to a stunning upset victory Saturday in the Preakness.

Trainer laments lost opportunity

Mike Farrell — Sun, 19 May 2013 03:00:00 EST

Orb came up short in the Preakness, frustrating everyone who made the Kentucky Derby winner a 3-5 favorite - no one more than trainer Shug McGaughey. "I'm disappointed," McGaughey said after Orb finished fourth and Oxbow pulled off the upset Saturday.

Strong pitching carries Cubs

Associated Press — Sun, 19 May 2013 03:00:00 EST

The Cubs got another strong performance from Scott Feldman on Saturday, and Matt Garza is set to return to the mound on Tuesday.

Sox see winning ways end in big way

Joe Resnick — Sun, 19 May 2013 03:00:00 EST

After putting nine runs on the board, the Chicago White Sox were still lamenting the six baserunners they stranded in the first three innings against Joe Blanton. Those missed opportunities ultimately came back to haunt them.

Reds' Arroyo figures out Phillies

Associated Press — Sun, 19 May 2013 03:00:00 EST

Bronson Arroyo pitched five-hit ball over 7 2/3 innings, Joey Votto was 4 for 4 with a homer, and the Cincinnati Reds beat the Philadelphia Phillies 10-0 Saturday.

Parker has strong start

Associated Press — Sun, 19 May 2013 03:00:00 EST

Jarrod Parker gave up four hits in seven innings, struck out five and walked two in a solid 98-pitch performance in the Oakland Athletics' 2-1 victory over the Kansas City Royals on Friday night.

Red Wings send strong message

Andrew Seligman — Sun, 19 May 2013 03:00:00 EST

In case they weren't aware already, the Chicago Blackhawks now know they're going to have to earn it if they want to get past Detroit. The Red Wings hammered home that message on Saturday.

Grizzlies not about to waste opportunity

Teresa M. Walker — Sun, 19 May 2013 03:00:00 EST

On the best playoff run in their short history, the Memphis Grizzlies refuse to be satisfied with just reaching their first Western Conference final.

Pacers knock out Knicks with win in Game 6

MICHAEL MAROT — Sat, 18 May 2013 23:24:23 EST

INDIANAPOLIS Lance Stephenson scored nine of his playoff career-high 23 points during a late 11-2 run Saturday night, leading the Indiana Pacers past the New York Knicks, 106-99 and into the Eastern Conference finals for the first time since 2004.

Oxbow upsets Orb in Preakness

Associated Press — Sat, 18 May 2013 18:28:58 EST

BALTIMORE Oxbow has won the Preakness, ruining Orb's bid to capture the Triple Crown.Oxbow led from start to finish. It was the sixth

Andrus has 5 hits in Texas' win over Detroit

Associated Press — Sat, 18 May 2013 23:27:44 EST

ARLINGTON, Texas Elvis Andrus had a career-high five hits, Mitch Moreland homered and Texas roughed up Anibal Sanchez in the Rangers' 7-2 victory over the Detroit Tigers on Saturday night.

Bianchi's single in 10th lifts Brewers over Cards

Associated Press — Sat, 18 May 2013 23:26:21 EST

ST. LOUIS Jeff Bianchi drove in two runs with a 10th-inning single up the middle, and the Milwaukee Brewers beat the St. Louis Cardinals 6-4 on Saturday night.

Angels hold on for win over White Sox

JOE RESNICK — Sat, 18 May 2013 20:10:47 EST

ANAHEIM, Calif. Alberto Callaspo hit a three-run homer in Los Angeles' five-run seventh inning, and the Angels beat the White Sox 12-9 on Saturday to end Chicago's four-game winning streak.

Votto, Arroyo lead Reds over Phillies

ROB MAADDI — Sat, 18 May 2013 19:22:42 EST

PHILADELPHIA Bronson Arroyo pitched five-hit ball over 7 2-3 innings, Joey Votto was 4 for 4 with a homer, and the Cincinnati Reds beat the Philadelphia Phillies 10-0 Saturday.

Pacers may have big hill to climb

Michael Marot — Sat, 18 May 2013 03:00:00 EST

The Pacers head into Game 6 against the New York Knicks in unfamiliar territory. Point guard George Hill is out with a concussion, NBA rules requiring him to pass a concussion test before he can play again. The Pacers have no idea whether that will come in time for tonight's potential closeout game.

Derby winner favored at today's Preakness

Richard Rosenblatt — Sat, 18 May 2013 03:00:00 EST

Everything's a go for Orb. The Kentucky Derby winner was in a playful mood the day before the Preakness, making faces for photographers between nibbles of grass outside his stall at Pimlico Race Course.

NHL forwards getting defensive

Jay Cohen — Sat, 18 May 2013 03:00:00 EST

Pavel Datsyuk is one of the NHL's most feared scorers, a wizard with the puck who is equally adept at setting up his teammates for easy plays.

Crosby's hat trick lifts Penguins