National Sports

Gary Stevenson to lead MLS's new business unit

NEW YORK (AP) -- Gary Stevenson will lead Major League Soccer's new business unit.

Twins sign 1st-round draft pick Kohl Stewart

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- The Minnesota Twins have signed right-hander Kohl Stewart, the fourth overall pick in the draft two weeks ago.

Cowboys 4-year deal with 3rd-round pick Williams

IRVING, Texas (AP) -- The Dallas Cowboys have a four-year deal with receiver Terrance Williams, their third-round draft pick from Baylor.

Arizona's Cahill leaves after struck by line drive

PHOENIX (AP) -- Arizona Diamondbacks starter Trevor Cahill left Wednesday's game against Miami after being struck in the hip area by a line drive in the first inning.

Future of Houston's historic Astrodome debated

HOUSTON (AP) -- Several plans are being debated that could reveal the future of Houston's historic but deteriorating Astrodome.

Yankees' Jeter takes batting practice in Tampa

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) -- Yankees shortstop Derek Jeter has taken on-field batting practice for the first time since being cleared to increase his rehabilitation program for a broken left ankle.

Red Wings plan new home in Detroit sports district

DETROIT (AP) -- The Detroit Red Wings and city officials have announced a $650 million plan for a new arena for the NHL team in Detroit's downtown entertainment and sports district.

Itsmyluckyday expected to be out 4 months

OCEANPORT, N.J. (AP) -- Kentucky Derby disappointment Itsmyluckyday is expected to be sidelined up to four months with an injury in his pelvic area.

Former Giants punter Dave Jennings dies at 61

EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) -- Former New York Giants punter and radio analyst Dave Jennings has died. He was 61.

Astros sign No. 1 overall pick RHP Mark Appel

HOUSTON (AP) -- The Houston Astros say they have signed right-handed pitcher Mark Appel of Stanford, the No. 1 overall draft pick in the draft earlier this month.

Rose running on adrenaline after US Open victory

CROMWELL, Conn. (AP) -- Justin Rose says he may need adrenaline to carry him through the Travelers Championship after winning the U.S. Open last week.

Indians' Perez has court appearance waived

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Indians closer Chris Perez had his court appearance on drug charges moved to next month.

Forward Jon Graham latest to leave Penn State

STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) -- Forward Jon Graham plans to transfer from Penn State, the latest departure from a roster getting a dramatic makeover.

Bucs sign CB Michael Adams, waive G Jeremy Lewis

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) -- The Tampa Bay Buccaneers have signed veteran free agent cornerback Michael Adams.

49ers sign DE Justin Smith to 2-year extension

SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) -- The San Francisco 49ers have signed defensive end Justin Smith to a two-year contract extension that will keep him with the team through the 2015 season.