China Media Reins In Criticism Over Train Crash (reuters)
Reuters – China’s media are curbing combative reporting of a high-speed train disaster after what observers said were orders from the ruling Communist Party’s propaganda arm to stop criticism that has echoed public outrage over the tragedy. Read more
Burress Signs 1-year Deal With Jets (ap)
Plaxico Burress says there was “no sales pitch needed” in choosing to sign with the New York Jets, saying he was just “going with my heart” without even needing to visit his new team. The former Super Bowl star with the Giants signed a one-year deal with the Jets on Sunday after recently being released [...]
Braves Acquire Mlb Steals Leader Bourn (ap)
While other NL contenders beefed up for the playoffs, the Atlanta Braves seemed to keep missing out on players who could’ve boosted their hopes. Turns out, they landed the guy they wanted all along. Atlanta acquired speedy outfielder Michael Bourn from the Houston Astros on Sunday in a five-player deal, giving the Braves their first [...]
Verlander Has Near No-no, Bests Weaver (ap)
Justin Verlander was at his best in a marquee pitching matchup that lived up to its billing. Verlander came within four outs of another no-hitter, outdueling an angry Jered Weaver as the Detroit Tigers beat the Los Angeles Angels 3-2 on Sunday in a testy game that grew particularly heated in the late innings. Read [...]
Jeter Hit By Pitch, Has Bruised Finger (ap)
Freddy Garcia helped show why the Yankees didn’t make a trade at the deadline. The veteran right-hander pitched six strong innings and Brett Gardner hit a bases-loaded triple to help the New York Yankees beat the Baltimore Orioles 4-2 Sunday. Garcia (10-7) struck out six in six innings and allowed two runs on five hits [...]