Chris Sheridan previews the four quarterfinal matches in the men's basketball tournament.

Billy Wagner has more pain and swelling in his pitching elbow, and the New York Mets' All-Star closer is out indefinitely.

Cardinals wide receiver Anquan Boldin has asked to be traded.

The Dodgers announced Tuesday that they have reacquired Greg Maddux and cash considerations from San Diego. The Padres will receive two minor league players to be named or cash considerations.

Josh Beckett's next start has been pushed back a few days while the Boston Red Sox try to determine the cause of lingering numbness in the his right hand.

Baseball Hall of Famer Carl Yastrzemski underwent bypass surgery in Boston on Tuesday.

Peyton Manning made it to his first practice of the season Tuesday, then ended his self-imposed silence by saying he wanted to play in Indianapolis' first regular-season game Sept. 7 against Chicago.

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Americans Todd Rogers and Phil Dalhausser will play for the gold medal in beach volleyball.

The Cincinnati Bengals re-signed Chris Henry, four months after they released the wide receiver following his fifth arrest since 2005.

Browns quarterback Derek Anderson has a "mild" concussion, the result of a second-quarter sack in Monday's preseason loss to the Giants, a source told ESPN.com on Tuesday.

In a court document filed with a Canadian court last month, former Vancouver Canucks coach Marc Crawford asserted that Todd Bertuzzi acted in "direct disobedience" of Crawford's instructions prior to Bertuzzi's on-ice attack of Steve Moore in March 2004.

Three NASCAR tracks will swap dates on the 2009 Sprint Cup schedule released Tuesday.

Joe Horn got his wish Tuesday when the Atlanta Falcons granted the receiver his release, his agent, Ralph Vitolo, said.

Gordan Giricek became the latest NBA player to take a bigger payday in Europe on Tuesday.

Jamaica's Usain Bolt has won his semifinal in the 200 meters, moving closer to becoming the first man since Carl Lewis in 1984 to sweep the Olympic sprint titles.

The Colts on Tuesday morning practiced for the first time at Lucas Oil Stadium. Colts Owner and Chief Executive Officer Jim Irsay addressed the players and coaches about the importance of the new venue, and center Jeff Saturday led the group in a prayer to bless the building.

Safety Bob Sanders and defensive end Dwight Freeney each returned to practice on Tuesday in the Colts' first practice at Lucas Oil Stadium. The two Pro Bowl defensive players said they were glad to get back to practice for the first time in the 2008 season.

Colts quarterback Peyton Manning on Tuesday made his first public comments since late July. Shortly after attending the team's practice at Lucas Oil Stadium, Manning said his left knee is progressing and his goal is to be ready for the regular-season opener against Chicago on September 7.

The Colts will practice for the first time at Lucas Oil Stadium on Tuesday morning. Colts Head Coach Tony Dungy said he wants the team to get necessary work done, but he also wants the players to get accustomed to the surroundings in the state-of-the-art, retractable-roof facility.

The Indianapolis Colts and Farmers Insurance Group have teamed up to give Colts' fans a chance to win a pair of tickets to a Colts home game.

Veteran free agent Flip Murray, who finished the 2007-08 season with the Pacers, signed with the Atlanta Hawks.

Bruno keeps tabs on prospect Stanko Barac, who's carrying the Pacers' torch in the Beijing Olympics.

Though he'd known for more than a year he was a candidate to replace Billy Packer as the lead college basketball analyst for CBS, Clark Kellogg wasn't completely prepared for the impact of last week's announcement making the move official.

Jets fans shouldn't expect Brett Favre to deliver a championship. When Hall of Fame QBs switch teams late in their careers, the results are usually unspectacular, writes John Clayton.

Cardinals wide receiver Anquan Boldin has asked to be traded.

The Cincinnati Bengals re-signed Chris Henry, four months after they released the wide receiver following his fifth arrest since 2005.

Peyton Manning made it to his first practice of the season Tuesday, then ended his self-imposed silence by saying he wanted to play in Indianapolis' first regular-season game Sept. 7 against Chicago.

Browns quarterback Derek Anderson has a "mild" concussion, the result of a second-quarter sack in Monday's preseason loss to the Giants, a source told ESPN.com on Tuesday.

Oakland Raiders cornerback DeAngelo Hall has ligament damage in his right hand and may have to wear a protective cast for the rest of the preseason.

Joe Horn got his wish Tuesday when the Atlanta Falcons granted the receiver his release, his agent, Ralph Vitolo, said.

The New England Patriots released 13-year veteran tight end Marcus Pollard on Tuesday.

Tom Brady told a Boston radio station Monday that the foot injury that kept him out of Sunday's preseason game against the Buccaneers is a different injury than the one that he had during the Super Bowl.

Minnesota Vikings coach Brad Childress said quarterback Tarvaris Jackson is preparing to play on Saturday against Pittsburgh despite a sprained right knee.

The New Orleans Saints signed former Pro Bowl safety Lance Schulters on Monday.

Bengals receiver Chad Johnson landed awkwardly while trying to make a catch in the first quarter of a preseason game Sunday night, then left the game to have his left shoulder treated.

Steelers Pro Bowl safety Troy Polamalu could return to practice Tuesday.

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Kyle Orton will start as the Bears opening day quarterback -- beating Rex Grossman in a competition that lasted through training camp and two preseason games.

When Steve Smith broke the huddle and lined up wide right, Ken Lucas was there to meet him on the other side of the line of scrimmage. This time, no punches were thrown.

Team USA has performed well, but now it's time to perform under pressure, Chris Sheridan writes.

Gordan Giricek became the latest NBA player to take a bigger payday in Europe on Tuesday.

The Suns will reportedly sign guard Goran Dragic of the Spanish League.

Clay Bennett's ownership group has reached a final settlement with the city of Seattle allowing the former SuperSonics franchise to move to Oklahoma City.

NBA commissioner David Stern is intrigued by the question buzzing around the Beijing Games: Who would win a match-up between the 1992 Dream Team and the 2008 Redeem Team?

Andre Iguodala, who helped the Philadelphia 76ers reach the playoffs for the first time in three years, was rewarded Monday with the official announcement of a six-year contract worth a reported $80 million.

Former NBA player Shawn Kemp has agreed to play for an Italian team next season.

The Clippers re-signed unrestricted free-agent center Paul Davis on Monday, giving Los Angeles three players named Davis on their 15-man roster.

Ben Gordon and the Chicago Bulls took a turn toward closure Friday night when the free-agent guard said he doesn't think he'll be a Bull next season.

After drawing interest from a few top contenders, including the NBA's new champions in Boston, Michael Finley has elected to re-sign with the San Antonio Spurs.

The Portland Trail Blazers got some good news Thursday when they found out guard Brandon Roy likely will be out for only one to two months after arthroscopic surgery on his left knee.

Jannero Pargo has just signed a one-year contract with the Russian club Dynamo Moscow. Sources say the deal will be worth $3.5 million after Russian taxes have been paid.

Former Seattle SuperSonics owner Howard Schultz's court bid to regain control of the team will have to wait until after next season.

The Knicks have a new president, coach and roster. Now they have a new home for training camp, too.

Retired NBA player Vincent Askew posted bond Thursday after his arrest on charges that he had sex with a 16-year-old girl.

Mo Williams hasn't been a Cavalier for long, but he already knows his role: Take some pressure off LeBron James and help Cleveland win a championship.

With Wayne Gretzky's trade from the dynastic Oilers to the Kings 20 years ago unassailably the most significant move in the NHL annals, Scott Burnside reveals the seven biggest swaps in history.

Ray Emery has gone from Cup finalist goalie to European outcast. Will he ever return to the NHL? The netminder talks about his road to recovery with Scott Burnside.

In a court document filed with a Canadian court last month, former Vancouver Canucks coach Marc Crawford asserted that Todd Bertuzzi acted in "direct disobedience" of Crawford's instructions prior to Bertuzzi's on-ice attack of Steve Moore in March 2004.

The NHL refuses to entertain compensation offers from a newly formed Russian hockey league for the signing of forward Alex Radulov while the player was under contract with the Nashville Predators.

President and general manager Doug Risebrough and assistant GM for hockey operations Tom Lynn traveled to star forward Marian Gaborik's home in Trencin, Slovakia last week, armed with data and ready to listen.

Penguins defenseman Ryan Whitney will be out for three to five months after surgery to correct a chronic foot problem.

The Tampa Bay Lightning will play an exhibition game against Slovakia's HC Slovan before their opening regular season game in Prague against the New York Rangers, the National Hockey League said on Friday.

The Flyers signed coach John Stevens to a two-year contract extension that will keep him with the team through the 2010-11 season.

The Islanders introduced new coach Scott Gordon on Wednesday.

Brian Leetch, Mike Richter, Brett Hull and Cammi Granato officially will be inducted at a dinner and ceremony on Oct. 10.

Colorado Avalanche captain Joe Sakic, who has been mulling retirement, said Monday he hopes to have a decision later this month.

The Los Angeles Kings agreed to terms on a three-year, entry-level contract with defenseman Drew Doughty, the second overall pick in the 2008 draft.

Teppo Numminen, who missed all but one game last season after having heart surgery, has re-signed with the Buffalo Sabres.

The NHL has promoted John Collins to chief operating officer.

Former NHL star Doug Gilmour joined the American Hockey League's Toronto Marlies as an assistant coach Thursday after spending the past two seasons working as an adviser to the parent Maple Leafs.

Right wing Ryane Clowe agreed to a one-year, $1.6 million contract to stay with the Sharks on Monday.

Hall of Fame coach Scotty Bowman is joining the Chicago Blackhawks as a senior adviser for hockey operations.

Drivers love the repaved Bristol Motor Speedway and the way the new car races on it. Fans raised on a Bristol diet of banging and shouting and helmet throwing? They're probably out of luck, writes David Newton.

There weren't many surprises when the 2009 Sprint Cup schedule was announced Tuesday. But what does the more distant future hold? Look for big changes in 2010, writes Terry Blount.

Chip Ganassi Racing with Felix Sabates will need to find another sponsor for Juan Pablo Montoya because Texaco sponsorship will dry up at the end of the season.

Travis Geisler replaced Chris Carrier as crew chief for rookie Sam Hornish Jr. in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series on Tuesday.

Tony Stewart says Ryan Newman will be racing in the No. 39 next season.

Carl Edwards completed a weekend sweep at Michigan International Speedway on Sunday, beating NASCAR Sprint Cup points leader Kyle Busch off pit road on their last stops.

Darien Grubb, engineering manager for Hendrick Motorsports' Nos. 5 and 88 Chevrolets, is the lead candidate for the crew chief position for Tony Stewart's No. 14 Chevrolet in 2009, sources close to Stewart-Haas Racing told ESPN.com on Saturday.

Carl Edwards took the lead in the pits, then drove away with his first NASCAR Nationwide Series victory Saturday at Michigan International Speedway.

Barring a major snag Richard Childress Racing will introduce Casey Mears as its fourth driver next weekend at Bristol Motor Speedway, multiple sources told ESPN.com on Saturday.

The Southern 500 is back at Darlington Raceway.

Kansas is seeking a second Cup race tied to the building of a hotel and casino.

Mike Skinner will drive the next three races in the Waltrip No. 00 car for evaluation purposes.

Marcos Ambrose took advantage of a fortuitous pit stop midway through the Nationwide Zippo 200 on Saturday and easily beat Kyle Busch for his first career NASCAR victory.

Johnny Benson became the fifth NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series driver to win three straight races, passing Erik Darnell with three laps left and pulling away in the Toyota Tundra 200 on Saturday.

NASCAR denies a former official ever complained to her superiors about incidents of racial discrimination or sexual harassment in its response to her $225 million lawsuit.

Boris Said went from another bad-luck day of rained-out qualifying Friday to landing a ride in the No. 45 Dodge to drive for Kyle Petty in the Centurion Boats at The Glen on Sunday.

Martin Truex Jr. walked into Dale Earnhardt Inc. headquarters Wednesday and stood in front of the 350 employees who were anxiously hoping to hear him say he was staying at DEI.