News sports 2008-04-29 Andanh.com

Four Cats undrafted but near NFL deals
UA long-snapper Garon McHone was realistic a month ago when analyzing his chances of playing in the NFL.

Bug off, Haren tells flu
PHOENIX — Dan Haren is finally back to normal.

Softball coach has heart attack in dugout before game
A Douglas High School assistant softball coach is in stable condition after having a heart attack in the dugout before the Bulldogs' region tournament game on Monday.

Opinion by Greg Hansen : Ex-pitcher authors a gem
In March 1957, this newspaper published a photograph of Hall of Fame pitcher Bob Feller giving instruction to UA freshman right-hander Dave Baldwin.

Ultimate-fighting law will help both fans, fighters, sponsor says
Jonathan Paton certainly does not have mixed emotions about his bill regulating mixed martial arts contests in Arizona.

Around the NL
● Giants 4, Rockies 0: In San Francisco, Matt Cain got an early lead, and his teammates held it, helping San Francisco's hard-luck pitcher to his first win of 2008.

Around the AL
● Athletics 14, Angels 2: In Anaheim, Calif., Frank Thomas tripled for the first time in six years, Daric Barton hit a three-run homer, and Oakland took over the AL West lead from the Angels.

Yankees beat Cleveland, are ready to return home
CLEVELAND — Their record is barely above average, one of their superstars is still limping around, and their everyday catcher is on the disabled list.

D-backs president wants to keep spring training in Tucson, but …
PHOENIX — Diamondbacks president Derrick Hall said Monday he hopes the team can keep its spring training facility in Tucson.

Sahuaro blanks Sabino in Kino semis
When Sahuaro second baseman Kayla Basye stepped to the plate in the bottom of the fifth inning Monday, she did not feel too much pressure.

Castillo's single in 13th lifts Sidewinders
The Tucson Sidewinders won a road game for the second time this season Monday night when Wilkin Castillo hit an RBI single in the top of the 13th inning to beat Round Rock at Dell Diamond.

Dropped to No. 6, Nogales' Navarro produces
Nogales' Carlos Navarro couldn't wait to be demoted.

Foothills girls see Cabs end title run
An alternate member of the Catalina Foothills girls tennis team glanced at a teammate with a puzzled look Monday at Tucson Racquet Club.

Lakers advance with sweep of Denver
DENVER — Kobe Bryant scored 14 of his 31 points over the final 5 1/2 minutes Monday night, leading the Los Angeles Lakers to a 107-101 victory over the Denver Nuggets and a sweep of their first-round series.

Phoenix hopes Diaw heats up again, as he did in Game 4 win
Boris Diaw's activity on offense and determination on defense in Game 4 allowed the Suns to avoid an embarrassing sweep at the hands of the San Antonio Spurs.

Despite Hatcher's ejection, Flyers hold off Montreal
PHILADELPHIA — Derian Hatcher was like all the other Flyers fans who watched the last 15 minutes on television. He did it in the locker room, feeling sick, stressed and helpless as the lead nearly slipped away.

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UA women golfers play in West region
The UA women's golf team will make its 22nd consecutive appearance in an NCAA regional next week in Lincoln, Calif.

D-Backs top Astros in series opener Mon, 28 Apr 2008 21:46:05 MST
The Diamondbacks beat the Houston Astros Monday night at Chase Field, 5-3.{b}Game photos | Piecoro | Game chat | Box score

Lyon earning high marks Mon, 28 Apr 2008 21:05:57 MST
After a shaky start this season, Brandon Lyon has been nearly automatic in closing games.

Valverde had 'no idea' about Astros deal Mon, 28 Apr 2008 21:13:55 MST
Jose Valverde was feeling pretty secure about his future with the Diamondbacks after last season, when he collected a franchise-record 47 saves.

Giants send struggling Zito to bullpen Mon, 28 Apr 2008 17:50:24 MST
Barry Zito was demoted by the Giants, who hope he can correct his problems by working in relief.

Yanks put Posada on DL for 1st time in career Mon, 28 Apr 2008 15:14:06 MST
The New York Yankees took the field Monday missing a familiar face: Jorge Posada, the club's proud catcher and one of its leaders, was in Alabama getting his injured right shoulder examined.

Report: Clemens had relationship with country star Mon, 28 Apr 2008 09:41:16 MST
Roger Clemens had a decade-long relationship with country star Mindy McCready that began when she was a 15-year-old singer and the pitcher was a Red Sox ace, the New York Daily News reported.

Sundogs thriving in Prescott Valley Mon, 28 Apr 2008 19:43:46 MST
In only its second year, this pro hockey team has built a solid and enthusiastic fan base.

Biron, Flyers take 2-1 series lead Mon, 28 Apr 2008 19:19:30 MST
The Flyers scored three goals in the second period to beat the Montreal Canadiens 3-2 on Monday.

Coyotes sign pick 2nd-round pick MacLean Mon, 28 Apr 2008 11:50:02 MST
The Coyotes signed left wing Brett MacLean to an entry level contract.

Several Devils sign as NFL free agents Mon, 28 Apr 2008 16:33:01 MST
Several Arizona State football players signed free-agent contracts after completion of the two-day NFL draft.

Red Mtn. baseball in familiar spot Mon, 28 Apr 2008 14:24:45 MST
The No. 2 seed in the Class 5A-I tournament is back in the losers bracket.{b}Skoda: Coach defends 'gut feeling'

Flowing Wells ends C. Foothills' quest Mon, 28 Apr 2008 22:12:07 MST
4A girls tennis: Catalina Foothills' bid to win its ninth consecutive title ended in the semifinals.

C. Foothills beats Cactus in semis Mon, 28 Apr 2008 22:14:43 MST
4A boys tennis: Top seed to face Chaparral in final.

Evans worked hard for scholarship Mon, 28 Apr 2008 11:28:04 MST
The high-scoring Hamilton guard convinced the University of Wisconsin to give him a shot.

Bourgade Catholic hires football coach Mon, 28 Apr 2008 13:20:44 MST

Person familiar with decision says Brown to coach Bobcats
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- Michael Jordan will give his fellow North Carolina alum, Larry Brown, a chance to redeem himself. In turn, Brown will try to salvage Jordan's sinking reputation as an NBA executive....

Johnson scores 20 in 4th, Hawks stun Celtics to even series
ATLANTA (AP) -- Forget about a Boston sweep. The Hawks are headed back to Beantown all tied up with the mighty Celtics. Joe Johnson scored 35 points - 20 in the fourth quarter - and Josh Smith added 28 points and seven blocks for Atlanta, which surprised the Celtics again 97-92 on Monday night to even the best-of-seven series at two games apiece....

Report: Clemens had relationship with Mindy McCready
NEW YORK (AP) -- Roger Clemens had a decade-long relationship with country star Mindy McCready that began when she was a 15-year-old aspiring singer and the pitcher was a Boston Red Sox ace, the Daily News reported....

Riley resigns as Heat coach; Erik Spoelstra to take over
MIAMI (AP) -- This time, Pat Riley insists he won't come back....

Kobe Bryant scores 31 points as Lakers sweep Nuggets
DENVER (AP) -- No surrender on this night. No matter, the Los Angeles Lakers dispatched the tempestuous Denver Nuggets anyway. Kobe Bryant scored 14 of his 31 points over the final 5 1/2 minutes Monday night, leading the Lakers to a 107-101 victory over the Nuggets and a sweep of their first-round series....

Giants send $126 million left-hander Barry Zito to bullpen
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- Barry Zito was demoted to the bullpen Monday by the San Francisco Giants, who hope the former ace can correct his problems by working in relief....

Source: Hornets' Byron Scott to be named NBA coach of year
NEW ORLEANS (AP) -- New Orleans coach Byron Scott, who led the Hornets to their first playoff appearance in four years this season, has been chosen as the NBA coach of the year, The Associated Press has learned....

Biron strong again, Flyers chase Price for 2-1 series lead
PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- "Mar-ty! "Mar-ty!" "Mar-ty!" That's a sound the Flyers want to hear all the way to the Stanley Cup. Martin Biron stopped 32 shots and the Flyers scored three goals in the second period to beat the Montreal Canadiens 3-2 on Monday night, taking a 2-1 lead in their second-round series....

Raiders release RB Rhodes after taking McFadden in draft
ALAMEDA, Calif. (AP) -- The Oakland Raiders released running back Dominic Rhodes on Monday, two days after using their top draft pick to take big-play back Darren McFadden....

Davis, Sauer updates Mon, 28 Apr 2008 22:25:47 -0700

The medical news on Arizona State leading hitter Ike Davis and pitcher Stephen Sauer was encouraging Monday.

Neither is believed to have a serious injury although their return remains uncertain.

Davis is suffering from a rib cage strain and not a more serious intercostal strain. The junior first baseman/relief pitcher has missed three of the last seven games, first with a hamstring strain and now the rib injury. he might require a cortisone shot if pain does not subside with rest.

Nothing was found to be structurally wrong with Sauer's right shoulder so he too is hoping to return with rest. The junior last pitched in the Oregon State series, April 18-20, for a combined three innings in three games.

No. 4-ranked ASU (35-7) is off until a series beginning Friday at UCLA.

Jason Kipnis leads ASU with 18 stolen bases in 19 tries.

In addition to the 10 ASU football players, including safety Zach Catanese, who will be trying to make it as NFL rookies in the fall, two others former Sun Devils are hoping to make it in the Canadian Football League. Wide receiver Matt Miller and tackle Julius Orieukwu.

Miller's pro aspirations were stalled by injury after the 2005 season much like Catanese after the '06 season.

Phoenix Suns 105, San Antonio Spurs 86 - Game 4 Mon, 28 Apr 2008 08:00:29 -0700
PHOENIX -- A Frenchman put Phoenix on the brink of elimination, another brought the Suns back to life.

Webb lifts Diamondbacks past Padres Mon, 28 Apr 2008 08:00:29 -0700
SAN DIEGO -- Brandon Webb got a little boost for his matchup with fellow ace Jake Peavy -- the return of regular catcher Chris Snyder.

Cardinals opt for offense on second day Mon, 28 Apr 2008 08:00:29 -0700
TEMPE -- The Arizona Cardinals need a third wide receiver behind stars Larry Fitzgerald and Anquan Boldin, and they may have found him on the second day of the NFL draft.

Kyle Busch victorious at Talladega under caution flag Mon, 28 Apr 2008 08:00:29 -0700
TALLADEGA, Ala. -- Kyle Busch fell a lap down midway through the race, and after racing his way back into contention, needed an awesome save to keep himself from triggering a massive crash.

Alumni watch for 04/28/08 Mon, 28 Apr 2008 08:00:29 -0700
Here's a look at how some college/professional athletes with local ties fared recently:

Delgado powers Mets past Braves Mon, 28 Apr 2008 08:00:29 -0700
NEW YORK (AP) -- Carlos Delgado turned boos into a standing ovation with his first two-homer game in almost a year, leading the Mets to the 6-3 win.

NAU tennis falls in Big Sky finals Mon, 28 Apr 2008 08:00:30 -0700
Sacramento State, seeded No.1, claimed its seventh-straight Big Sky title with a 4-0 win over No. 2-seeded NAU on Sunday at the Gold River Racquet Club in Sacramento, Calif. in the finals of the Big Sky Conference Tournament. The women's team season ends with a 15-8 overall record and an 8-2 mark in the conference with both losses to Sacramento State.

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