Angels Clinch AL West With Rout of Texas

ANAHEIM, Calif. -- Kendry Morales homered and drove in three runs, and the Los Angeles Angels wasted no time clinching their third straight AL West title with an 11-0 victory over the second-place Texas Rangers on Monday night.

Cano, Pena Homer in New York's Rout of Kansas City

NEW YORK -- Robinson Cano capped a five-run seventh inning with a grand slam, Chad Gaudin made a strong case for a spot on the Yankees' postseason roster and a makeshift New York lineup beat the Kansas City Royals 8-2 Monday night for win No. 101.

Nationals Manager Riggleman Tries to Keep MacDougal's Confidence Up

Washington Nationals interim manager Jim Riggleman held a brief meeting with his closer, Mike MacDougal, before Monday's game, trying to keep his confidence up and pointing out the importance of throwing strikes.

Jurrjens Dominant as Braves Creep Closer to Rockies

ATLANTA -- Jair Jurrjens pitched seven outstanding innings, Chipper Jones homered and the Atlanta Braves beat Florida 4-0 Monday night for their 15th win in 17 games, a stretch that has lifted them into playoff contention with less than a week to go in the regular season.

Twins-Tigers Game Postponed by Rain; Doubleheader on Tuesday

DETROIT -- The AL Central showdown was put on hold.

49ers RB Gore to Miss 3 Weeks With Ankle Strain

SANTA CLARA, Calif. -- San Francisco 49ers running back Frank Gore is expected to miss three weeks because of a right ankle strain.

Obama to Travel to Copenhagen for IOC Vote on 2016 Games

President Obama has decided to travel to Copenhagen to support the Chicago bid team seeking the 2016 Summer Games, a development that many expect could swing the vote for Chicago in Friday's selection.

Cavs' West Does Not Discuss His Arrest

Cleveland Cavaliers guard Delonte West does not want to discuss his recent arrest on gun possession charges, but said he has resumed taking medication for bipolar disorder.

USC's Johnson Has Throat Surgery After Weight Accident

LOS ANGELES -- Southern California tailback Stafon Johnson had emergency throat surgery Monday after a weightlifting accident.

Dodgers Fail to Clinch NL West

PITTSBURGH -- Former Dodgers prospect Andy LaRoche homered twice, doubled twice and singled, driving in six runs as the last-place Pittsburgh Pirates again prevented Los Angeles from clinching the NL West with an 11-1 romp Monday. Zach Duke pitched shutout ball into the ninth inning against a pat...

Meyer: Tebow Improving, Could Be Ready for LSU

GAINESVILLE, Fla. -- Tim Tebow could be back in the huddle in time for Florida's biggest game of the season.

Stoops: No Decision Yet on Oklahoma QB Bradford

OKLAHOMA CITY -- Oklahoma coach Bob Stoops doesn't know whether Heisman Trophy winner Sam Bradford will be ready for Saturday night's game at No. 17 Miami, but said it won't be a game-time decision.

Michigan QB Forcier Expected to Play Against Michigan State

ANN ARBOR, Mich. -- Rich Rodriguez delivered news Michigan fans were hoping to hear: Tate Forcier will play against Michigan State on Saturday.

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Saban: Hightower Out 3-4 Months With Knee Surgery

TUSCALOOSA, Ala. -- When Dont'a Hightower went to the sidelines, the other half of No. 3 Alabama's formidable inside linebacking duo took it hard.