5 MLB Shutouts Friday

Rick Porcello led the Tigers to the fifth shutout of the night in Major League Baseball, driving the average runs per game to 8.48 this season, well below the 9.21 that were being scored at this time in the 2002 season. The Boston Red Sox lead the majors with 355 runs scored, exactly as many as they had scored at this time 11 years ago, on then that was only good enough for fifth in the Majors behind the Yankees, Angels, Mariners and Twins as shown below. by John Pudner 14 Jun 2013

Jays' Buehrle Improves to 3-4 with Shutout

Colby Rasmus ignited the Toronto offense with a three-run homer Friday and Mark Buehrle struck out seven to bring the Blue Jays an 8-0 blanking of Texas. Buehrle (3-4) allowed four hits in a seven-inning performance. from UPI 14 Jun 2013

Orioles Blank Red Sox 2-0

Ryan Dempster pitched well enough to win. Boston's offense didn't do enough to make it happen. The Red Sox wasted a solid start by Dempster, managing only three hits off Chris Tillman and three Baltimore relievers in a 2-0 loss Friday night. Tillman took a two-hitter into the seventh inning. from AP 14 Jun 2013

Pirates, Locke Blank Dodgers 3-0

Jeff Locke allowed just two hits over seven innings and the Pittsburgh Pirates edged the Los Angeles Dodgers 3-0 on Friday night. Locke (6-1) struck out five and walked one to win his sixth straight decision while shaving his ERA to 2.19. from AP 14 Jun 2013

Wounded Woods Lurks Four Shots Back of Open Leaders

Tiger Woods dramatically won his last major and U.S. Open five years ago at Torrey Pines on a broken leg, and the world's top-ranked golfer may have to attempt to win the U.S. Open with one arm this weekend. At +3 for the tournament, Woods is in 18th, four shots behind co-leaders Phil Mickelson and Billy Horschel. by Tony Lee 14 Jun 2013

Mickelson Birdies Final Hole to Tie for Open Lead

After a frustrating 17 holes of golf, Phil Mickelson birdied the 18th hole during the second round of the U.S. Open on Friday at Merion Golf Club to tie for the lead going into the weekend at -1. by Breitbart Sports 14 Jun 2013

Flashback: Rick Monday Saves Old Glory, Makes Baseball's 'Greatest Play'

On April 25, 1976, in a year that was the country's bicentennial, no less, Rick Monday went into the history books by saving an American flag from being desecrated on the field at Chavez Ravine. by Breitbart Sports 14 Jun 2013

MLB Suspends 8 Players for Dodgers-Diamondbacks Brawl

Major League Baseball announced on Friday that eight players have been suspended from Wednesday's bench clearing and nasty brawl between the Arizona Diamondbacks and Los Angeles Dodgers. by Breitbart Sports 14 Jun 2013

NFL Bans Purses from Stadiums

Starting with preseason games in 2013, purses will no longer be allowed in NFL stadiums unless they are made of clear plastic or clutch bags no bigger than the size of a hand. by Breitbart Sports 14 Jun 2013

Tennis Channel CEO, Obama Fundraiser, Compares Comcast to 'Brutal' Rapist

The CEO of the Tennis Channel, who also bundled millions of dollars for President Barack Obama's presidential campaign and was a co-chair of one of his fundraising committees, compared Comcast to a "brutal captor" and a rapist after the Tennis Channel lost a ruling in a federal appeals court. by Tony Lee 14 Jun 2013

Birk: Ravens Teammates 'Congratulated' Me for Declining WH Invite

Former Baltimore Ravens center Matt Birk said many of his former teammates congratulated him for declining an invite to see President Barack Obama at the White House last week to celebrate the Ravens's Super Bowl championship. by Tony Lee 14 Jun 2013

Congressman: Reps. More Serious About Hill Baseball Game than Legislating

The annual Congressional baseball game between Republicans and Democrats is so heated that Representatives apparently cared more about practicing and preparing for the game than actually legislating. by Tony Lee 14 Jun 2013

Patriots Owner: Tebow's Faith Appealing, a Factor in Signing

Patriots owner Bob Kraft said Tim Tebow's faith was very appealing to him when he decided, along with Patriots head coach Bill Belichick, to ultimately sign him. by Tony Lee 14 Jun 2013

Dems Thrash GOP 22-0 in Annual Congressional Baseball Game

Congressional Democrats shellacked Republicans 22-0 in the 52nd annual CQ/Roll Call Congressional baseball game Thursday night at Nationals Park. by Breitbart Sports 14 Jun 2013

KKK Kept Patrick Ewing from Attending UNC

College basketball fans can only wonder what it would've been like to witness a basketball team featuring Patrick Ewing, James Worthy and Michael Jordan. It would have been the greatest college basketball team in history. And the KKK kept it from happening. by Larry O'Connor 14 Jun 2013

Dozens Injured After Miami-Area Sports Bar Deck Collapses into Bay

A packed outdoor deck behind a popular Miami-area sports bar partially collapsed during the NBA Finals on Thursday night, sending dozens of patrons into the shallow waters of Biscayne Bay. from AP 14 Jun 2013

Rivers, Clippers Have 'Mutual' Interest

After a highly successful nine year tenure with the Boston Celtics that has seen one championship banner added to the historic franchise, Doc Rivers may finally be ready to exit his current position and is reportedly interested in joining the Los Angeles Clippers as their next head coach. by Cole Muzio 14 Jun 2013

Shalala on Hand to Defend Miami Against NCAA Allegations

Donna Shalala, the University of Miami President, was on hand as the NCAA opened a key hearing in the massive infractions case against the University Thursday, with other school officials, former coaches and the ACC commissioner on hand to defend the Hurricanes. The allegations that could bring severe sanctions in the improper benefits case involving former booster Nevin Shapiro. from AP 14 Jun 2013

Heat's Big 3 Tie Series Against Spurs 2-2

Dwyane Wade had more steals (6) than the Spurs team (5) in falling one steal short of tying Robert Horry's 18-year NBA Finals record. Kawhi Leonard (left in photo) once again joined Gary Neal and Danny Green to give the Spurs a great boost on seven of 10 three-point shooting, but LeBron James ripped the ball away from him for this offensive rebound and joined Wade and Chris Bosh to outscore the young trio that had matched them for three games, 85-35, to even the Series 2-2 in Game 4 of the NBA Finals on Thursday in San Antonio. by John Pudner 13 Jun 2013

Garcia Tries Charm, Struggles

There was at least one wiseguy waiting on more than a few of the holes. Despite that, Sergio Garcia's charm offensive was mostly well received by the galleries during the opening round of the U.S. Open. Some three weeks ago, in the midst of a hissing match with Tiger Woods, the Spaniard made a racially tinged remark about inviting his rival over for dinner and serving fried chicken. from AP 13 Jun 2013

Mets Ace Harvey Gets First Loss of Year

Matt Harvey is beginning to know how Tom Seaver felt. Aces of the New York Mets have to get used to a lack of run support. Despite another outstanding start, Harvey lost for the first time this season. from AP 13 Jun 2013

Leonard's Value Add Showed NBA Potential

The San Antonio Spurs continue to get the most wins per salary dollar spent because they identify players such as Kawhi Leonard with high Senior Value Adds. A look at the top three young players for each team in this year's Finals shows that Leonard had by far the most potential as a sophomore coming out of San Diego State, ahead of Mario Chalmers (Kansas) and Norris Cole (Cleveland State), as shown here. by John Pudner 13 Jun 2013

Spurs' Young 3 Matches Heat's Big 3

San Antonio's young three earning a total of $6.2 million a year has matched the points of Miami's big three earning $52.3 million a year through three games of the NBA Finals. The Spurs continue to pay the fewest dollars per win of any NBA team year-after-year as they use proven indicators that players will be strong NBA players. The breakdown of salaries follows: by John Pudner 13 Jun 2013

Mickelson Shoots 3-Under 67 After Red-Eye Flight from Daughter's Graduation

Phil Mickelson flew cross country to attend his daughter's eighth-grade graduation earlier this week, then flew back to Pennsylvania on Thursday, got two hours of sleep, came to a course where the practice area is a mile from the actual golf course and, in lefty fashion, shot a three-under 67 to be the clubhouse leader at the U.S. Open. by Tony Lee 13 Jun 2013

Report: LeBron May Start at Center

Miami Heat superstar LeBron James may start at center tonight in Game 4 of the NBA finals against the San Antonio Spurs in San Antonio. by Breitbart Sports 13 Jun 2013

Blackhawks Superfan Has Not Missed Game Since 1966

A Chicago Blackhawks superfan from Stokie, Illinois has not missed a home game since 1966, attending 2,152 consecutive home games. by Breitbart Sports 13 Jun 2013

US Open Resumes After Weather Delay

After a three-and-a-half-hour delay for threatening, play has resumed at the U.S. Open at Merion Golf Club in Pennsylvania. by Breitbart Sports 13 Jun 2013

Blackhawks, Bruins Live Up to Expectations in Game 1

The Boston Bruins and Chicago Blackhawks lived up to expectations in Game 1, which Chicago won in triple overtime 4-3. by Mary Chastain 13 Jun 2013

Blackhawks-Bruins Thriller Gets Highest Stanley Cup Game 1 Ratings in 16 Years

NBC's telecast of thrilling three-overtime Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Finals between the Chicago Blackhawks and the Boston Bruins on Wednesday night drew the highest ratings for the first game of a Stanley Cup Finals in 16 years. The Blackhawks won 4-3 in three overtimes. by Breitbart Sports 13 Jun 2013

3-D TV Falls Flat: ESPN to Kill 3-D Broadcasts

ESPN's decision to shut down its 3-D channel by the end of the year is the latest sign the format won't revolutionize entertainment as the industry once hoped. Troubling signs for 3-D have been on the horizon for a last year or so. ESPN 3D's audience ratings were below The Nielsen Co.'s measurable threshold, and in March, the Motion Picture Association said box office revenue for 3-D showings in the U.S. and Canada was flat in 2012 from AP 13 Jun 2013

Threatening Weather Halts Play at US Open

Play has been halted at the U.S. Open because of threatening weather in the area. Officials blew the horn at 8:36 a.m. Thursday, less than 2 hours after the start of the first round. Heavy storms were forecast for the Philadelphia area for most of the day, expecting to further soak a Merion course that had already received 6 1/2 inches of rain in the past week. from AP 13 Jun 2013

Jason Kidd Named New Brooklyn Nets Coach

The Brooklyn Nets hired Jason Kidd as their coach Wednesday, bringing the former star back to the franchise he led to its greatest NBA success. from AP 12 Jun 2013

NFL Commissioner Defends Redskins Name: It's 'a Unifying Force'

Responding to the growing clamor from Members of Congress, NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell made a strong defense of the Redskins nickname on Wednesday. by Cole Muzio 12 Jun 2013

Blackhawks Beat Bruins in Triple OT, Fifth Longest Cup Final Game

With Original Six franchises playing for a championship for the first time in 34 years, the series is off to a rousing start. Andrew Shaw skated off to the side and pumped his arms furiously. One shot from the right point plus two deflections was just enough to beat Tuukka Rask in the fifth-longest Stanley Cup finals game in history. from AP 12 Jun 2013

Belichick: I'm Not Giving 'Minute-by-Minute' Tebow Commentary

After recently rebuking reports that he did not like Tim Tebow, and then that the Patriots had picked up Tebow to play at another position, perhaps it is no surprise that Bill Belichick was not ready to comment on Tebow's prospects after practice. from AP 12 Jun 2013

Dodgers: 'It's Not Done'

Arizona Diamondbacks pitcher Ian Kennedy (pictured) is clearly not on the Dodgers Christmas card list a day after he hit two players with pitches. Dodgers Manager Don Mattingly, who had a takedown in the brawl, said that Kennedy intentionally hit Zack Greinke with a high pitch. from AP 12 Jun 2013

Padres Rookie Saves Sweep of Braves

The Braves outhit the Padres 25-20 in the three-game series that concluded Wednesday, but Justin Upton needed to make it 26-20 against rookie Nick Vincent (right in picture) to try to avoid the sweep. Instead, Vincent struck him out to record his first career save and give the Padres their first sweep over the Braves in San Diego since 2005. from AP 12 Jun 2013

Flopping Threatens Culture of NBA, NHL

Basketball is all about athleticism. Hockey is all about toughness. LeBron James and Gregory Campbell are the faces of this postseason. But an epidemic of flopping threatens both sports. In fact, the threat is spearheaded by one of Campbell’s teammates--and by James himself. by Grant Bosse 12 Jun 2013

Opinion: Blackhawks Aren't 'Bad Guys' for Playing Boston Two Months After Bombings

As the puck drops on the Stanley Cup Finals, fans of two hard working teams will be hoping for a championship. Both clubs can make a case for a title. Those without any loyalties, however, may be thinking less about hockey and more about recent events. As strange as it may sound, many will be rooting for the Bruins in this highly anticipated best of seven series because of the Boston terror bombings two months ago. by Kevin Scholla 12 Jun 2013

NL East Rundown: Miami Gains Game on Division

Giancarlo Stanton hit a two run home run in the eighth, lifting the Marlins over the Brewers 5-4. Chad Qualls (2-0) picked up a win for the Marlins, who snapped the Brewers’ four game winning streak. by Steve Thomas 12 Jun 2013

Eastwood, Creamer, Woods Cut 'Caddyshack'-Inspired Slow-Play PSAs

Tiger Woods, Clint Eastwood, Paula Cremer, and Arnold Palmer were among those who cut Caddyshack-inspired PSAs for the USGA to encourage kids to speed up the pace of play. by Breitbart Sports 12 Jun 2013

Report: Dodgers-Diamondbacks to Open 2014 MLB Season in Australia

The day after a massive brawl between the Dodgers and the Diamondbacks on Tuesday, news broke that the two teams will open the 2014 MLB season in Australia. This will be the first MLB regular season game in Australia. by Breitbart Sports 12 Jun 2013

Soledad O'Brien Joining HBO's 'Real Sports'

Former CNN anchor Soledad O’Brien, whom new CNN boss Jeff Zucker reportedly ousted, is now joining HBO's "Real Sports with Bryant Gumbel." by Breitbart Sports 12 Jun 2013

Soccer Great Messi Accused of Owing $5.3M in Back Taxes

Lionel Messi, considered the greatest soccer player in the world, has reportedly been accused of owing $5.3 million in unpaid income taxes to the Spanish government. by Breitbart Sports 12 Jun 2013

Leno: NSA Knew About 'Top Secret' Tebow Signing

On Tuesday, Jay Leno mocked the Obama administration's surveillance programs by saying the National Security Agency knew the Patriots were going to sign the popular quarterback. by Breitbart Sports 12 Jun 2013

Leno: IRS Will Audit Tebow Because He's Associated with 'Patriot'

Late night comedian Jay Leno joked on Tuesday on "The Tonight Show" that the IRS will now audit Tim Tebow because the quarterback is now associated with the word "patriot." by Breitbart Sports 12 Jun 2013

Players, Coaches Brawl in Dodgers Win over Diamondbacks

Five players were ejected and suspensions loom after players and coaches from the Los Angeles Dodgers and Arizona Diamondbacks brawled on Tuesday night as bad blood simmered between the two National League West rivals. by Tony Lee 12 Jun 2013

Puig Stays in Game After Being Beaned in Face, Ejected Later

In the bottom of the sixth inning on Tuesday, Dodgers phenom Yasiel Puig got hit in the nose with an Ian Kennedy pitch--and Puig stayed in the game. by Breitbart Sports 12 Jun 2013

Arizona's Ian Kennedy Under Fire for Headhunting

Arizona pitcher Ian Kennedy will likely get suspended and is under fire for throwing at the heads of Los Angeles Dodgers players Yasiel Puig and Zack Greinke on Tuesday. by Breitbart Sports 12 Jun 2013