Riggleman: M’s Bedard may not be 100 percent
Erik Bedard might not be fully healthy, Mariners manager Jim Riggleman hinted before Seattle played Detroit on Saturday night.

Royals‘ Guillen has argument with coach (AP)
Volatile Kansas City outfielder Jose Guillen got into a heated clubhouse exchange with pitching coach Bob McClure prior to Saturday night’s game, knocking over chairs before several Royals stepped in to separate them. Guillen and McClure argued face-to-face, but no punches were thrown. Guillen, who unleashed a profanity-filled tirade against his teammates in May, declined to comment on the incident…

Cardinals use 3-run ninth to slip past Cubs
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Rivera escapes from epic jam as Yanks clip BoSox
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Sonnanstine, Rays push win streak to 6 (AP)

Andy Sonnanstine pitched seven strong innings, Ben Zobrist homered again and the Tampa Bay Rays beat the Kansas City Royals 3-0 Saturday night for their sixth straight win. Zobrist homered for the third game in a row as the Rays increased their AL East lead to a season-high four games over second-place Boston.

Brewers hesitate, opening Sabathia sweepstakes
With the Cleveland Indians in the process of considering offers for Cy Young Award winner C.C. Sabathia, the Milwaukee Brewers were in the process of restructuring their offer for the left-hander Saturday evening, sources said.

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Miami Heat’s Michael Beasley returns to contact drills

Three days after fracturing his sternum, Miami Heat rookie forward Michael Beasley was cleared to practice without restriction during the second of two summer-camp sessions held today at AmericanAirlines Arena.

On the Mark: Hollywood Baron
Will he deliver a championship to L.A.? Probably not. But Baron Davis will make the Clippers worth watching, Mark Kriegel says.NBA/~4/327474467″ height=”1″ width=”1″/>

Reports: Arenas takes less money to stay with Wiz
Gilbert Arenas has agreed to re-sign with the Washington Wizards for $111 million over six years, essentially taking millions less so that his team could have more financial flexibility, two newspapers reported Thursday. Arenas told the Washington Times and Washington Post that he was offered a maximum deal in the neighborhood of $127 million on Tuesday, the first day of the free agency period.NBA/~4/326248277″ height=”1″ width=”1″/>

Which teams are poised for a big turnaround?
Remember how bad the Celtics were two years ago? Randy Hill looks at which teams might enjoy similar turnarounds.NBA/~4/325959426″ height=”1″ width=”1″/>

Money not always players’ sole motivation
Gilbert Arenas says he took less money to help the Wiz. Elton Brand may do the same in L.A. Mike Kahn explores a new NBA trend.NBA/~4/326819764″ height=”1″ width=”1″/>

Rose takes part in first Bulls’ practice (AP)

Derrick Rose had a lot of questions at his first practice with the Chicago Bulls on Thursday. “I asked a lot of them. I lost count,” the 19-year-old guard said following a two-hour practice at the Bulls‘ suburban training facility. “(But) I felt very comfortable out there. I can’t wait to get down to Orlando and start playing.” The 6-foot 3-inch Rose, selected first overall in the NBA draft, was…

Seattle hopes to lure NBA back (AP)
As the SuperSonics pack for the move to Oklahoma City, basketball fans and city officials were hopeful about the provisions of the team’s departure deal that could lead to a new NBA franchise in Seattle. But meeting those requirements will be no easy task. Basketball boosters will have to win over a balky state Legislature and local voters who have grown weary of building stadiums for pro sports…

Sixers, and Mayor Nutter, woo Josh Smith

LET’S SEE . . . There was a meeting yesterday involving Atlanta Hawks restricted free agent Josh Smith, his representatives and the 76ers.

Report: Duhon agrees to deal with Knicks (AP)
Chris Duhon verbally agreed to a deal with the New York Knicks on Friday, the point guard and his agent told The Sporting News. “I am just excited, I am ready to get to work for the Knicks,” said Duhon, the former Duke player who averaged 6.9 points and 4.5 assists in four seasons for Chicago. “It’s a big stage, playing in New York.

Seattle faces challenges to bring NBA back

As the SuperSonics pack for the move to Oklahoma City, basketball fans and city officials were hopeful about the provisions of the team’s departure deal that could lead to a new NBA franchise in Seattle.

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Young, Punto have 4 RBIs each as Twins thrash Tribe
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Report: Arenas to sign for $111M, 6 yrs. (AP)

Gilbert Arenas is accepting less money from the Washington Wizards, invoking an attitude far, far removed from the world of his working-class fans. “What can I do for my family with $127 million that I can’t do with $111 million?” he told The Washington Post. The unpredictable three-time All-Star point guard, in vintage Agent Zero fashion, told the Post and the Washington Times on Thursday that he…

Magic sign top draft pick Courtney Lee

Shooting guard Courtney Lee, the Orlando Magic’s first-round pick, signed his rookie contract Thursday morning at RDV Sportsplex before participating in the club’s summer-league practice.

Lee is slated to earn $6 million over four seasons. The first two years of the deal are guaranteed.

‘It felt great. It’s kind of sinking in ….I’m an NBA player for the Orlando Magic,’ beamed Lee.

Lee, the No. 22 pick out of Western Kentucky, said he’s still walking on the clouds since draft night.

Report: Warriors wooing Brand with max offer
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Beasley catches elbow, leaves 1st Heat practice
Michael Beasley’s first official practice with the Miami Heat ended quickly. Beasley was struck in the chest by an inadvertent elbow during a defensive drill about 45 minutes into Miami’s first summer-league workout session Wednesday, and the No. 2 overall pick in last week’s NBA draft was taken to a doctor for observation.NBA/~4/325108907″ height=”1″ width=”1″/>

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Sharks acquire D Boyle from Lightning (AP)

Although Dan Boyle felt betrayed when the Tampa Bay Lightning decided to trade him, the standout defenseman is feeling much better about it after landing with the San Jose Sharks. The Sharks acquired Boyle from Tampa Bay in a four-player deal Friday, trading defenseman Matt Carle and top prospect Ty Wishart to the Lightning to add their second star defenseman in two days.

Jagr leaves NHL, signs with Russian team (AP)
Jaromir Jagr signed with a Russian team a day after his split with the New York Rangers, leaving the NHL after nearly two decades and returning to the club he joined during the 2004-05 lockout. The Russian League team Avangard Omsk announced the signing of the 36-year-old Czech winger on its Web site Friday.

Sharks trade D Rivet to Sabres (AP)
The San Jose Sharks traded veteran defenseman Craig Rivet to the Buffalo Sabres on Friday for two second-round draft choices. The Sharks also gave up a seventh-round pick in 2010 along with Rivet, the longtime Montreal defenseman who joined the Sharks in a trade late in the 2006-07 season. San Jose gets a second-round draft choice in each of the last two drafts.

Grabovski signs 1-year deal with Leafs (AP)
The Toronto Maple Leafs signed center Mikhail Grabovski to a one-year, $850,000 contract Friday, one day after acquiring him in a trade with Montreal. The 24-year old had three goals and nine points in 24 games with the Canadiens last season. He also spent time with Hamilton of the American Hockey League.

NHL free agency roundup: Jagr heads to Russia
The Rangers are going to look quite different now without Jaromir Jagr and Sean Avery. Here’s the latest free-agency news.

Canucks obtain RW Bernier from Sabres (AP)
The Canucks acquired right wing Steve Bernier from the Buffalo Sabres on Friday for a third-round pick in the 2009 NHL draft and a second-round selection in 2010. Bernier was obtained by Buffalo at the trade deadline in February as part of the deal that sent All-Star defenseman Brian Campbell to San Jose.

Rangers, Naslund agree to two-year deal
Longtime Vancouver Canucks captain Markus Naslund agreed to terms Thursday with the New York Rangers on a two-year deal. Naslund, who scored 25 goals and added 30 assists last season, leaves Vancouver after 12 seasons - including eight as captain. The winger, who will turn 35 later this month, reached a deal with the Rangers on the same day the team agreed to terms with former Buffalo Sabres defenseman Dmitri Kalinin.

Wings, Devils get good deals on free agents
The NHL saw its share of outrageous moves, but a few teams were able to land reasonable free-agent deals, Spector says.

Russian team Avangard signs Jagr
Russian team Avangard Omsk says it has signed Jaromir Jagr, a day after the New York Rangers parted ways with the Czech winger. Avangard announced the signing on its Web site Friday, but did not disclose the terms of the contract. Jagr had long been reported to be considering lucrative offers from Russia, and Rangers general manager Glen Sather said Thursday the club could not wait any longer for Jagr to decide where he wanted to play.

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Rumors run rampant with free agency in play
By opting out of their contracts, players such as Corey Maggette have fired up the offseason rumor mill. Mike Kahn breaks it down.NBA/~4/324281594″ height=”1″ width=”1″/>

Report: Duhon agrees to deal with Knicks (AP)
Chris Duhon verbally agreed to a deal with the New York Knicks on Friday, the point guard and his agent told The Sporting News. “I am just excited, I am ready to get to work for the Knicks,” said Duhon, the former Duke player who averaged 6.9 points and 4.5 assists in four seasons for Chicago. “It’s a big stage, playing in New York.

Magic sign top draft pick Courtney Lee

Shooting guard Courtney Lee, the Orlando Magic’s first-round pick, signed his rookie contract Thursday morning at RDV Sportsplex before participating in the club’s summer-league practice.

Lee is slated to earn $6 million over four seasons. The first two years of the deal are guaranteed.

‘It felt great. It’s kind of sinking in ….I’m an NBA player for the Orlando Magic,’ beamed Lee.

Lee, the No. 22 pick out of Western Kentucky, said he’s still walking on the clouds since draft night.

Sonics reach settlement with city of Seattle
The city of Seattle and the SuperSonics reached a last-minute settlement before a judge was to rule in their KeyArena lease dispute. The settlement was reached Wednesday just hours before U.S. District Judge Marsha Pechman was to announce her verdict in the trial between the city and the team. The settlement was announced by Pechman on the federal court Web site.NBA/~4/325304626″ height=”1″ width=”1″/>

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Lakers’ priority: Keep team together

This week the Lakers and Clippers will enter the free-agent market, both teams shopping for players and looking to improve.

Gallinari won’t save Knicks, but what else was there?
Danilo Gallinari was roundly booed on draft day. While he may not be the Knicks‘ answer, Peter Vecsey defends Donnie Walsh’s pick.NBA/~4/322639455″ height=”1″ width=”1″/>

Seattle faces challenges to bring NBA back

As the SuperSonics pack for the move to Oklahoma City, basketball fans and city officials were hopeful about the provisions of the team’s departure deal that could lead to a new NBA franchise in Seattle.

Report: Arenas to sign for $111M, 6 yrs. (AP)

Gilbert Arenas is accepting less money from the Washington Wizards, invoking an attitude far, far removed from the world of his working-class fans. “What can I do for my family with $127 million that I can’t do with $111 million?” he told The Washington Post. The unpredictable three-time All-Star point guard, in vintage Agent Zero fashion, told the Post and the Washington Times on Thursday that he…

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Recently promoted Perry helps Braves stop skid
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Dodgers get healthy, win fourth straight (AP)

Joe Torre has a feeling his team is starting to come together. The Dodgers are getting healthy, too. Los Angeles welcomed back Nomar Garciaparra and Andruw Jones from the disabled list with an impressive win against its archrival. Andre Ethier homered and hit a go-ahead two-run double in the sixth, Derek Lowe won for the first time in three starts and the Dodgers rallied to beat the Giants 10-7 on…

Cubs‘ Zambrano wins in return from DL (AP)

The return of Cubs ace Carlos Zambrano trumped the soap opera setting of Jim Edmonds’ homecoming and Albert Pujols’ 300th home run. Zambrano came off the 15-day disabled list from a shoulder strain with six spotless innings Friday night, leading Chicago to a 2-1 victory over the St. Louis Cardinals in the opener of a three-game series matching the National League’s top two teams.

Bizarre triple helps Red Sox top Yankees (AP)

Yankee Stadium has a history of drama on the Fourth of July. There was Lou Gehrig’s farewell speech in 1939, and Dave Righetti’s no-hitter against Boston in 1983. It’s George Steinbrenner’s birthday, so it’s always an important date to circle on New York’s calendar. Kevin Youkilis made the final Fourth at the ballpark truly memorable, sparking a come-from-behind 6-4 victory for the Red Sox on Friday…

Jackson quiets Royals to keep Rays rolling along
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A’s pound out 17 hits, beat ChiSox 7-1 (AP)
Joe Blanton entered Friday night fresh off a loss that made the A’s starter the American League’s first 11-game loser. Mark Buehrle of the White Sox came in on a roll over the last six weeks. Just figures that it would be Blanton, not Buehrle, who pitched a gem. Jack Cust hit a two-run homer, part of a 17-hit outburst by Oakland, and Blanton went seven solid innings in 7-1 win over the White Sox.

Phils walk off a winner in series opener vs. Mets

AL Hot Corner: Rays need help
With Troy Percival on the DL, the Rays’ biggest weakness is ready to be exposed. Ken Rosenthal says Tampa has to make a move.

Dodgers activate Garciaparra, Jones from DL
The Dodgers activated shortstop Nomar Garciaparra and center fielder Andruw Jones from the disabled list to start the opener of a weekend series in San Francisco.

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