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On The Mark: Preseason edition

Mark Schlabach — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 15:50:57 PDT

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Maisel: I-Formation

Ivan Maisel — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 14:14:19 PDT

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Merriman will forgo surgery, play with knee injury

ESPN.com news services — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 18:16:19 PDT

Chargers Pro Bowl linebacker Shawne Merriman will forgo knee surgery and play this season for the San Diego Chargers despite the fact he has two torn ligaments in his left knee.

Bay, Pedroia power BoSox past fading Yankees

Associated Press — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 21:16:54 PDT

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Murphy's RBI double in 8th helps Mets drop Phils

Associated Press — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 21:57:31 PDT

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Harvey ends holdout, signs 5-year deal with Jags

ESPN.com news services — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 11:01:48 PDT

Jaguars first-round pick Derrick Harvey ended his 33-day holdout Wednesday after reaching agreement on a five-year contract that could be worth $30 million.

Sources: De La Hoya-Pacquiao bout set for Dec. 6

Dan Rafael — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 15:44:07 PDT

Oscar De La Hoya, boxing's biggest star, will announce Thursday that he will meet pound-for-pound king Manny Pacquiao on Dec. 6, two sources close to the fight told ESPN.com.

Span's pair of RBIs help Twins end losing streak

Associated Press — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 20:00:19 PDT

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Warriors' Ellis tears ankle ligament, out 3 months

Marc Stein — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 23:22:55 PDT

In the latest blow during a difficult summer for Golden State, ESPN.com has learned that Monta Ellis will be sidelined at least three months after suffering a severe high ankle sprain in his hometown of Jackson, Miss.

Jankovic, Kuznetsova rally to reach Open 2nd round

ESPN.com news services — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 21:38:31 PDT

Svetlana Kuznetsova shook off an early break and rallied to a 7-6 (3), 6-1 victory over Sorana Cirstea in the second round of the U.S. Open.

Oklahoma City set to announce name on Sept. 3

Associated Press — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 15:24:18 PDT

Oklahoma City's new NBA franchise has finally set a date to announce its name and team colors.

NASCAR puts Edwards, Kyle Busch on probation

David Newton — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 17:49:24 PDT

NASCAR has placed Kyle Busch and Carl Edwards on probation for the next six races in the Sprint Cup Series.

Red Sox get outfield help, deal for Braves' Kotsay

Associated Press — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 17:23:48 PDT

Center fielder Mark Kotsay was acquired by the Red Sox from the Atlanta Braves on Wednesday, only one day after Boston put J.D. Drew on the 15-day disabled list because of a lower back strain.

Pirates' signing of top prospect Alvarez on hold

ESPN.com news services — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 19:25:13 PDT

The Pirates' signing of Pedro Alvarez, the No. 2 pick in the baseball's amateur draft, may be in jeopardy.

Sakic to keep playing, signs one-year Avs deal

Associated Press — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 17:00:50 PDT

Joe Sakic has decided to play in 2008-09, signing a one-year contract with the Colorado Avalanche after spending months pondering retirement.

In need of lineman, Ravens acquire Bucs' Douglas

John Clayton — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 16:02:42 PDT

In need of defensive line help, the Baltimore Ravens went back to an old friend, trading for Buccaneers defensive end Marques Douglas.

USC QB Sanchez gets official OK from doctors

ESPN.com news services — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 09:51:43 PDT

USC quarterback Mark Sanchez appears ready to go after overcoming injury.

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