Dodgers 7, Phillies 2: Dodgers Fight Back for Game 3 Victory Mon, 13 Oct 2008 03:48:22 -0000 Five first-inning runs re-established the Dodgers as contenders and one well-placed pitch by Hiroki Kuroda precipitated a benches-clearing incident that restored sizzle to this N.C.L.S.
Playoff Analysis: Age, Like Pitching, Is a State of Mind for Moyer Mon, 13 Oct 2008 03:27:43 -0000 Phillies pitcher Jamie Moyer, the second oldest pitcher to start a postseason game, speaks hopefully about pitching until his age matches his uniform number — 50.
For Papelbon, a Record Streak Isn’t Enough Mon, 13 Oct 2008 03:11:20 -0000 Jonathan Papelbon has not allowed a run in his first 22 career playoff innings, a record that he can embellish when Boston hosts Tampa Bay in Game 3 on Monday.
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Dodgers defeat Phillies, 7-2, with big first inning Sun, 12 Oct 2008 20:38:00 -0700 Blake DeWitt's three-run triple is the key hit in a five-run first as Dodgers take Game 3 on a strong outing by Hiroki Kuroda and cut Philadelphia's series lead to 2-1. Teams nearly brawl in the third inning.
The Dodgers revived their World Series hopes tonight by defeating the Phillies, 7-2, in Game 3 of the National League Championship Series at Dodger Stadium, thanks largely to a five-run first inning.
Athlete's foot takes over the NFL Sun, 12 Oct 2008 19:43:00 -0700 Last-second field goals lead to three victories Sunday.
What has always been a game of inches became, on Sunday, a game of feet.
No lack-of-attention deficit for Trojans Sun, 12 Oct 2008 20:20:00 -0700 The Trojans jump several spots in the polls despite a ragged 28-0 victory over Arizona State, which many voters might not have seen.
Hard-to-find regional telecasts and time-zone differences have, for years, left Pacific 10 Conference schools feeling Left Coast isolated and ignored.
Dodgers beat Phillies, fight way back into NLCS By JOHN NADEL Mon, 13 Oct 2008 04:03:17 -0000 LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Tired of getting brushed back in the NL championship series, Manny Ramirez and the Los Angeles Dodgers came out ready to fight their way back against Philadelphia.... Blocked punt gives Cards 30-24 OT win over Cowboys By BOB BAUM Mon, 13 Oct 2008 02:09:52 -0000 GLENDALE, Ariz. (AP) -- Two little-known players brought an abrupt end to a day of confusion, comebacks and clutch performances in the desert. Sean Morey blocked Mat McBriar's punt and Monty Beisel scooped up the ball and scored from 3 yards to give the Arizona Cardinals a crazy 30-24 overtime victory over the Dallas Cowboys.... Texas knocks off Oklahoma for top spot in AP poll By RALPH D. RUSSO Sun, 12 Oct 2008 23:54:20 -0000 NEW YORK (AP) -- Texas rode its resounding Red River Rivalry upset right to No. 1. The Longhorns leapfrogged No. 2 Alabama on Sunday and sit atop The Associated Press Top 25 in the regular season for the first time in 24 years after beating Oklahoma 45-35....
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Dodgers beat Phillies 7-2, pull one back in NLCS Sun, 12 Oct 2008 23:40:39 -0400 LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - The Los Angeles Dodgers scored five runs in the first inning to set up a 7-2 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies on Sunday and trim the Phillies' best-of-seven National League Championship Series lead to 2-1.
Manning's passes lead Colts to big win over Ravens Sun, 12 Oct 2008 18:59:27 -0400 INDIANAPOLIS (Reuters) - Quarterback Peyton Manning threw three first-half touchdown passes as the Indianapolis Colts won their sixth consecutive game against the Baltimore Ravens, claiming a 31-3 victory on Sunday.
Carter leads Nets to second straight win over Heat Sun, 12 Oct 2008 19:13:46 -0400 LONDON (Reuters) - Vince Carter led the New Jersey Nets to a 94-92 win over the Miami Heat in an exhibition game in London on Sunday.
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Don Banks: Snap Judgments for Week 6 Sun, 12 Oct 2008 20:48:15 -0400 After a season of infamy, the first-place Falcons are the NFL's best story, says Don Banks. Also, the return of the Colts' passing game and more from Week 6. Jon Heyman: Manny, Dodgers fight back against Phils in NLCS Sun, 12 Oct 2008 23:53:12 -0400 Down 2-0, the Dodgers wasted little time in getting back into the NLCS, says Jon Heyman. Behind a five-run first inning, they beat the Phillies 7-2 in Game 3. Texas takes top spot in new AP poll, OU to No. 4 Sun, 12 Oct 2008 14:58:50 -0400 Read full story for latest details.