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Phllies sign Pedro

ST. LOUIS - Free-agent righthander Pedro Martinez has signed a one-year contract with the Phillies, who will announce the signing tomorrow, a person with direct knowledge of the transaction said tonight.

The presidential pitch: Obama throws low with All-Star toss

ST. LOUIS (AP) — President Barack Obama was true to his word: He didn't bounce it. Obama's ceremonial first pitch at the All-Star game barely reached the plate Tuesday night. St. Louis Cardinals star Albert Pujols helped the president, moving up on the plate and reaching out to scoop the toss.

Report: Martinez close to joining Phillies

Pedro Martinez appears to be close to joining the Philadelphia Phillies.

Evan Longoria out of All-Star game; replaced by 3B Michael Young in starting lineup

ST. LOUIS (AP) — A frustrating injury left Evan Longoria with an unusual role in the All-Star game: cheerleader.

Basketball star faces 'extreme DUI' charge

Mercury star Diana Taurasi faces three drunk-driving related charges, including extreme DUI, for a July 2 incident in which she also was cited for speeding.

Laperriere looking for title bling

Ian Laperriere is at the point in his career where winning is the only goal. Fifteen years in the NHL has provided more than enough money but no rings and when he became a free agent on July 1 he hoped a Stanley Cup contender would call. And sure enough, one did - the Flyers.

Chicago Blackhawks oust general manager Dale Tallon, architect of rebuilding effort

CHICAGO (AP) — The Chicago Blackhawks have ousted general manager Dale Tallon.

Tour cyclists long for radio days as they go without earpieces; Contador, Armstrong stay 2-3

ISSOUDUN, France (AP) — The tension is clear between teammates Alberto Contador and Lance Armstrong. That's nothing, however, compared to the anger many riders feel toward Tour de France organizers.

Record cheesesteak is all Eagles fans can savor

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Baseball commissioner Bud Selig rejects accusation owners colluded against free agents

ST. LOUIS (AP) — Baseball commissioner Bud Selig denies that teams conspired against free agents after the 2008 season.