MLB roundup: Phils’ pen collapse ruins Nola’s gem
Anthony Rendon hit a two-run homer in the three-run, ninth-inning rally to help the visiting Washington Nationals defeat the Philadelphia Phillies 5-4 Tuesday night at Citizens Bank Park.
Indonesian medal winners contribute towards Lombok cause
Several Indonesian medalists at the Asian Games have offered to raise money or donate their win bonuses to the victims of a series of earthquakes that hit Lombok island, killing more than 500 people and destroying tens of thousands of homes.
Sharapova edges past spirited Schnyder at Flushing Meadows
Maria Sharapova overcame a shaky start and survived a spirited fightback from Patty Schnyder to defeat the Swiss veteran 6-2 7-6(6) in the first round of the U.S. Open on Tuesday.
No more heart medicine, Dodgers’ Jansen says
Dodgers closer Kenley Jansen, who has struggled badly since returning from the disabled list after a second diagnosis of an irregular heartbeat, says he’s had enough of his heart medicine and what it has done to his on-field performance.
Weary Kyrgios puts heat on officials after first round win
Nick Kyrgios sweated out a 7-5 2-6 6-4 6-2 win over Radu Albot to reach the second round of the U.S. Open on Tuesday then the fiery Australian put the heat on officials to come up with a extreme conditions rule instead of making one up on the fly.
Mariners manager pays off bet, matches closer’s flashy haircut
But sometimes you can win by losing, especially if you are trying to lighten things up over a six-month, 162-game season.
MLB notebook: Cardinals name Shildt full-time manager
The St. Louis Cardinals announced Tuesday that Mike Shildt will have the interim tag removed and become the team’s full-time manager.
NFL notebook: Cowboys owner Jones proposes 18-game schedule
Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones offered a solution to shorten the NFL preseason, limit exposure to concussions and bring in a lot more money: an 18-game regular-season schedule.
Federer makes short work of Nishioka in clammy New York
Roger Federer made light of energy-sapping conditions to brush past Japan’s Yoshihito Nishioka 6-2 6-2 6-4 in his opening match at the U.S. Open on Tuesday.
Weather woes set to continue on U.S. Open Day three
Sloane Stephens resumes the defense of her U.S. Open crown against unseeded Ukrainian Anhelina Kalinina on Wednesday, but will also have to contend with stifling weather conditions that show few signs of easing.
