The Atlanta Braves will retire Chipper Jones’ number and induct him into the team’s hall of fame on June 28.
Author: Aaron Garcia
Colon returning to Athletics with drug regrets
Colon is back with his Oakland teammates for the opening days of spring training. The Dominican veteran doesn’t plan to make a group apology to the teammates who lost his services in the middle of a pennant race after his positive testosterone test.
Revis wants answers from noncommittal Jets
Darrelle Revis was stunned that general manager John Idzik did not dismiss trade rumors involving the star New York Jets cornerback on Idzik’s first day on the job. Now Revis is explaining why, and it’s clear he’s still irritated about it.
Jerry Buss, owner of 10 Laker titles, dies at 80
Los Angeles Lakers owner Jerry Buss, who presided over a team that won 10 NBA titles and showcased some of the biggest names in professional basketball, died Monday. He was 80.
Sources: Clips, Jazz eye Bledsoe for Millsap
The Los Angeles Clippers’ options for dealing Eric Bledsoe, should they reverse course and decide to part with their prized young point guard, appear to be increasing before Thursday’s NBA trade deadline.
Hunter voted out as head of NBA players’ union
Billy Hunter was ousted unanimously as executive director of the union by NBA players who said Saturday they will “no longer be divided, misled, misinformed.”
Raptors rookie Ross new slam dunk champ
Toronto rookie Terrence Ross beat defending champion Jeremy Evans to win the slam-dunk contest during All-Star Saturday night.
Santana has first session off mound since 2012
New York Mets left-hander Johan Santana threw off a mound Sunday for the first time since his August shutdown.
Colts Parting Ways with Sack Master Freeney
The Indianapolis Colts have informed Dwight Freeney, the franchise’s all-time leader in sacks, they will not re-sign him.
Packers release Woodson after ‘good run’
The Green Bay Packers released veteran defensive back Charles Woodson, the team announced Friday.