Pettitte could be called to testify against Clemens   

Yankees pitcher Andy Pettitte could be called to testify in Roger Clemens' federal defamation suit against Brian McNamee as part of the trainer's attempt to dismiss the case.

Mets' Castillo placed on DL with strained hip   

The New York Mets placed second baseman Luis Castillo on the 15-day-disabled list Thursday due to a strained hip flexor.

Bue Jackets, Rangers swap young stars   

The Blue Jackets traded enigmatic offensive star Nikolai Zherdev and center Dan Fritsche to the New York Rangers for defensemen Christian Backman and Fedor Tyutin on Wednesday.

Syracuse loses a legendary athlete   Video Glyph

Wherever "Madge" Giancola Wells tried, she succeeded.

Report: Alex Rodriguez has split from wife   

Yankees slugger Alex Rodriguez and his wife have split less than three months after the birth of the couple's second daughter, according to a report in the New York Daily News.

Sabres still in the market for a defenseman   

The Buffalo Sabres aren't done shopping after securing a backup goaltender in free agency. Next on general manager Darcy Regier's list: A reasonably priced defenseman.

Glaus' 9th inning homer lifts Cardinals over Mets   

Troy Glaus' second homer of the game and 13th of the year with two outs in the ninth was the decisive blow, an inning after pinch-hitter Chris Duncan's two-run shot tied it in the St. Louis Cardinals' 8-7 victory over the New York Mets on Wednesday night.

Giambi, A-Rod power Yankees to win over Rangers   

Jason Giambi hit a grand slam and drove in a season-best six runs, Alex Rodriguez added a three-run shot to move another notch up the career home run list, and New York pounded the Texas Rangers 18-7 Wednesday night to avoid a series sweep.

Erik looking forward to Edmonton   Video Glyph

You'd have to be from Oswego if you list snow as one of the things you're looking forward to experiencing in Edmonton.

Hank Steinbrenner says Yankees need to wake up   

Hank Steinbrenner wants the New York Yankees to flash their offense as they enter what could be a key point of their season.

Rangers reel in Redden, Rozsival and four others   

As the Rangers waited for news on free agents Jaromir Jagr, Mats Sundin and Sean Avery, they stayed active elsewhere in their ongoing rebuilding process.

Mets keep Pedro Martinez on regular rest   

New York Mets interim manager Jerry Manuel wants Pedro Martinez to get into a groove, so he's keeping him on regular rest Wednesday while giving younger Mike Pelfrey an extra day.

A-Rod to skip Home Run Derby at Yankee Stadium   

Yankees slugger Alex Rodriguez will be a no-show for the All-Star Home Run Derby at Yankee Stadium.

Sabres sign G Lalime to 2-year, $2 million deal   

Once the Buffalo Sabres assured Patrick Lalime he'd get his fair share of playing time behind starter Ryan Miller, the free-agent goaltender couldn't wait to sign with the team on Tuesday.

Bills sign OL Bell; release rookie Army FB Viti   

Offensive lineman Demetrius Bell, the first of the Bills' three seventh-round picks and estranged son of former NBA star Karl Malone, signed with Buffalo on Tuesday.

Jeter gets a rare night off to rest   

Yankees shortstop Derek Jeter responded to being left out of the lineup Tuesday night against the Texas Rangers by smiling.

Everybody Loves Ramon   

Tony Armas won his season debut after a minor league callup and eighth-place hitter Ramon Castro had two hits and three RBIs in the New York Mets' 7-4 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals on Tuesday night.

Young gets to Rivera   

Michael Young had an RBI single off Mariano Rivera in the ninth inning to help give the Texas Rangers their second straight win over the New York Yankees, 3-2 on Tuesday night.

Chiefs Losing Ground to Pawsox   

The PawSox rallied for two runs in the ninth inning against Mike Gosling (3-4) to reel off their second straight wins against the Chiefs at Alliance Bank Stadium.

Oswego's Erik Cole traded to Oilers   

The Carolina Hurricanes traded Oswego native Erik Cole to the Edmonton Oilers for defenseman Joni Pitkanen on Tuesday.

Long-time owner sells Oneonta Tigers franchise   

Sam Nader is selling the Oneonta Tigers of the New York-Penn League, ending a relationship that began 42 years ago.

Blue Jackets acquire Torres from Oilers   

The Syracuse Crunch announced today that the Columbus Blue Jackets have acquired forward Raffi Torres from the Edmonton Oilers in exchange for forward Gilbert Brule.

Gardner promoted by Yankees, makes MLB debut   

The New York Yankees promoted hustling Brett Gardner from Triple-A and put him into the starting lineup Monday night, batting leadoff and playing left field against Texas.

Sabres re-sign C Paul Gaustad to $9.2 million deal   

The Buffalo Sabres rewarded Paul Gaustad for his hard-hitting style, re-signing the blue-collar center to a four-year, $9.2 million contract on Monday.

Mets call up Armas to make Tuesday start   

The New York Mets purchased the contract of right-hander Tony Armas from Triple-A New Orleans on Monday night with plans to plug him into a rotation opening on Tuesday.

Feldman, Texas bullpen shut down Yankees   

Scott Feldman and a reshuffled Texas bullpen shut down the New York Yankees on four hits, leading the Rangers to a 2-1 victory

Lohse shackles Mets in Cardinals' 7-1 victory   

Several New York Mets hitters came in with gaudy career numbers against Kyle Lohse. They did next to nothing against the St. Louis Cardinals' resurgent right-hander.

Yankees broadcaster Bobby Murcer recovering   

Yankees broadcaster Bobby Murcer is receiving medical care in Oklahoma after treatment for cancer forced him to curtail his schedule this month.

NBC offers wide online access for Beijing   

NBC is making more than 2,200 hours of live competition from Beijing available online, giving Olympic junkies more action than they could ever devour in a day.

Mets activate OF Church from DL, put Nixon on DL   

Outfielder Ryan Church returned from the disabled list Sunday and was put right into the New York Mets' starting lineup against the New York Yankees.

New York-Penn League standings & schedule 6/30/08   

The New York-Penn League scores, standings, and schedule for Monday, June 30.

International League standings & schedule 6/30/08   

The International League scores, standings, and schedule for Monday, June 30.

Yanks call up Dave Robertson, send down Igawa   

The Yankees added a fresh arm to their bullpen, purchasing right-hander Dave Robertson's contract from Triple-A Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. New York also optioned lefty Kei Igawa back to Triple-A, one day after he was called up.

Perez pitches Mets over Yankees in Subway wrapup   

Oliver Perez pitched another gem against them Sunday, Carlos Delgado homered again and the Mets won this year's Subway Series, beating the Yankees 3-1.

Canada's soaring dollar changes NHL's economics   

Since bottoming out at 61.79 cents in January 2002, the loonie reached par with its U.S. counterpart last September - the first time since 1976 - and climbed as high as $1.07 in November.

Pettitte outpitches Santana as Yankees edge Mets   

Andy Pettitte outpitched Johan Santana for his sixth straight win, leading the New York Yankees past the New York Mets 3-2 on Saturday at rainy Shea Stadium.

Goodell confident Bills aren't leaving town   

NFL commissioner Roger Goodell dismissed fears the Buffalo Bills will relocate to Toronto, adding he believes the franchise's future is more secure with the additional revenue it generates from playing an annual game north of the border.

Crunch captain Konopka to host summer youth camp   

The details of Z’s Hard Knocks Hockey Camp have been announced.

Local golfer readies for PGA Championship   Video Glyph

Central New Yorkers, golf fans or not, will be pulling for one of its own to make noise at one of the most prestigious golf events in the world.

Gallinari set for pressure of playing in New York   

Sure, New York will be tough. Danilo Gallinari believes he is ready, since there was plenty of pressure playing in Milan.

Cuomo, Kemp want to buy sports team   

The names are eye-catching: Hank Aaron, Jack Kemp, Mario Cuomo.

Dutrow says barn mistake led to his suspension   

Rick Dutrow is still wondering what went wrong with Big Brown in the Belmont Stakes. He's also wondering why everyone seems to be ganging up on him.

Former Chief Delgado breaks Mets record   

Carlos Delgado and the New York Mets kept piling up hits, delaying their trip home for the second half of a rare two-stadium Subway Series doubleheader.

Lynch loses license over hit-and-run   

The Bills' Marshawn Lynch has admitted he was behind the wheel of his SUV when he hit a woman and left the scene a month ago.

Martinez, Johnson lead Futures Game squads   

Oakland, Texas and Philadelphia each had four players selected for next month's Futures game during the All-Star festivities at Yankee Stadium.

Deja vu: Phillips back at Yankee Stadium   

Andy Phillips arrived at Yankee Stadium dressed in his New York Mets gear, just happy to have his bats and gloves with him again.

Church goes 3-for-3 in rehab outing   

Mets outfielder Ryan Church went 3-for-3 and played five innings in right field Thursday night in his first rehab start with Class-A Brooklyn.

Crunch announce 2008-2009 schedule format   

The Syracuse Crunch have announced that the American Hockey League has released its schedule format for the 2008-09 season.

Bills' Lynch set to plead guilty to traffic violation   

Bills running back Marshawn Lynch is scheduled to plead guilty to a traffic violation Friday, settling a monthlong investigation into the hit-and-run accident involving his SUV.

Knicks take Italian teenager with No. 6 pick   

The New York Knicks made Danilo Gallinari the first major addition to what they hope is a new, successful era with Donnie Walsh and Mike D'Antoni as braintrust, taking the Italian teenager with the sixth pick in the NBA draft Thursday night.

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