National Sports

Servia, team preparing for final race of 2013

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Oriol Servia is doing everything possible to keep racing in 2013.

5 climbers feared dead on world's 3rd highest peak

KATMANDU, Nepal (AP) -- A Nepalese official says five climbers are missing and feared dead on the world's third highest mountain.

5 climbers missing on world's 3rd highest mountain

KATMANDU, Nepal (AP) -- A Nepalese official says five climbers are missing and feared dead on the world's third highest mountain.

Encarnacion hits slam, Blue Jays beat Orioles 12-6

TORONTO (AP) -- Edwin Encarnacion hit his fifth career grand slam, J.P. Arencibia homered and drove in four runs and the Toronto Blue Jays beat Baltimore 12-6 on Thursday night, spoiling the debut of Orioles right-hander Kevin Gausman.

Indians call up LHP Barnes, designate LHP Huff

BOSTON (AP) -- The Cleveland Indians have recalled left-hander Scott Barnes and designated left-hander David Huff for assignment.

Tulsa makes final cut, waiving Courtney Paris

TULSA, Okla. (AP) -- The Tulsa Shock made former national college player of the year Courtney Paris the final cut from their training camp roster.

Calif. horse owners want multi-state doping rules

ARCADIA, Calif. (AP) -- California's thoroughbred owners have committed to joining eight other states in adopting a common medication program that could lead to national standards for horse doping.

Marinda wins Hollywood Park feature

INGLEWOOD, Calif. (AP) -- Marinda won the $56,074 feature by 114 lengths at Betfair Hollywood Park on Thursday for Hall of Fame trainer Richard Mandella.

Former NFL kicker accused of damage and theft

TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) -- Former NFL and University of Arizona kicker Max Zendejas has been indicted on damage and theft charges in connection with his recently closed Tucson restaurant.

Jose Canseco denies sexual assault allegation

FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) -- Former baseball slugger Jose Canseco is denying a woman's claim that he sexually assaulted her, calling the allegations "laughable."

Prolific baseball scout Epy Guerrero dies at 71

TORONTO (AP) -- The Toronto Blue Jays held a moment of silence before Thursday night's game against Baltimore to mark the death of prolific scout Epy Guerrero.

Mariners send slumping C Montero to minors

SEATTLE, Wash. (AP) -- The Seattle Mariners have sent slumping catcher Jesus Montero to the minor leagues.

Chiefs' McCluster tweaks hamstring in workouts

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) -- Chiefs wide receiver Dexter McCluster hurt his hamstring early in Thursday's voluntary workout, while defensive back Neiko Thorpe and linebacker Mike Catapano also picked up minor injuries.

Chiefs sign fifth-round pick Sanders Commings

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) -- The Kansas City Chiefs have signed safety Sanders Commings, the fifth of their eight draft choices to agree to terms on a contract.

Orioles option RHP Arrieta, promote RHP Gausman

TORONTO (AP) -- The Baltimore Orioles optioned right-hander Jake Arrieta to Triple-A Norfolk and designated right-hander Alex Burnett for assignment on Thursday.