http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/index.html en-us Copyright 2013 The Seattle Times Company Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:45:23 PDT Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:45:23 PDT MattBase 1 http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/art/ui/stlogo_231.gif http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/ http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021218357_apbborockiesbluejays.html?syndication=rss Edwin Encarnacion hit a two-run homer, J.P. Arencibia and Maicer Izturis added back-to-back shots and the Toronto Blue Jays won their seventh straight game, beating the Colorado Rockies 8-3 Tuesday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021218357_apbborockiesbluejays.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:42:08 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/18/game-thread-time-for-mariners-to-surprise-people/?syndication=rss We’ve talked about it before, but if the Mariners want to keep this goal of a .500 season intact, they will have to come out of this road trip with a winning record. Fall to 10 games under and they’re pretty much toast. Right now, they’re at nine under .500 with three games left on Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/18/game-thread-time-for-mariners-to-surprise-people/?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:35:58 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawks/2021206083_chatter17xml.html?syndication=rss Sideline Chatter http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawks/2021206083_chatter17xml.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:29:40 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sidelinechatter/2021218330_chat19xml.html?syndication=rss A would-be bicycle thief picked the wrong victim — a West Seattle distance runner. Sideline Chatter http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sidelinechatter/2021218330_chat19xml.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:23:20 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021218334_apbbarays.html?syndication=rss Wil Myers had an uneventful day in his major league debut. Same for the rest of the Tampa Bay Rays, who just couldn't figure out Alfredo Aceves. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021218334_apbbarays.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:23:09 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021218292_apfbnpatriotsgronkowski.html?syndication=rss New England Patriots tight end Rob Gronkowski underwent back surgery on Tuesday, his fourth operation this year. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021218292_apfbnpatriotsgronkowski.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:07:08 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/06/18/more-from-earl-thomas-on-the-nfl-network-including-comments-on-harbaugh-and-peds-and-the-seattle-defense/?syndication=rss In addition to appearing in-studio on NFL Network’s NFL AM this morning, Seahawks safety Earl Thomas also appeared in-studio tonight on NFL Total Access for multiple segments. Here are video links and transcripts of Thomas’ segments tonight, which include some pretty frank comments about Seahawks Blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/06/18/more-from-earl-thomas-on-the-nfl-network-including-comments-on-harbaugh-and-peds-and-the-seattle-defense/?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:02:48 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sounders/2021218313_mlspower19xml.html?syndication=rss Sounders FC moves up from eighth to seventh in the latest rankings. Sounders http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sounders/2021218313_mlspower19xml.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:01:35 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021217759_apbbayankeesteixeira.html?syndication=rss They come back for a bit, then they're gone again. So it goes for the New York Yankees and many of their ailing stars this season. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021217759_apbbayankeesteixeira.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:01:13 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021217904_apathcampbellbrownsuspended.html?syndication=rss Veronica Campbell-Brown's agent insists one of the cornerstones of Jamaica's wide-ranging sprint success "is not a cheat," even though the test results read differently. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021217904_apathcampbellbrownsuspended.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 17:52:12 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/soundersfc/2013/06/18/usa-vs-honduras-6-p-m-live-chat/?syndication=rss *     *     * USMNT lineup: GK Tim Howard; D Brad Evans, D Omar Gonzalez, D Matt Besler, D Fabian Johnson; M Michael Bradley, M Jermaine Jones; M Graham Zusi, M Clint Dempsey, M Eddie Johnson; F Jozy Altidore USMNT subs: GK Brad Guzan, GK Nick Rimando, D Micha Sounders FC Blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/soundersfc/2013/06/18/usa-vs-honduras-6-p-m-live-chat/?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:20:22 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/jerrybrewer/2021218311_brewer19xml.html?syndication=rss Seattle lives an uncomfortable life as a Plan B for NHL, NBA Jerry Brewer http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/jerrybrewer/2021218311_brewer19xml.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:43:29 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021218096_apcarnascarjimmiejohnson.html?syndication=rss Ready to thrill a few hundred school kids, Jimmie Johnson hopped into a replica of his No. 48 car to fire up the engine. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021218096_apcarnascarjimmiejohnson.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 17:15:09 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021218293_apbbccwslsu.html?syndication=rss An LSU team that came to the College World Series as one of the top offensive clubs in the nation left town wondering how it could have scored only three runs in two losses. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021218293_apbbccwslsu.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 17:08:09 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021218238_apbbaraysredsox.html?syndication=rss David Ortiz drove in three runs and the Boston Red Sox opened a day-night doubleheader by beating the Tampa Bay Rays 5-1 Tuesday in a game delayed nearly three hours by rain. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021218238_apbbaraysredsox.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:44:09 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021218033_apbbccwsnorthcarolinalsu.html?syndication=rss Home runs are few and far between at the College World Series these days, which made Brian Holberton's first-inning shot all the more important for North Carolina. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021218033_apbbccwsnorthcarolinalsu.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:39:13 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021215274_apbbasanjoseballpark.html?syndication=rss Major League Baseball is dragging its feet on having team owners vote on the Oakland Athletics' proposed move to a new ballpark 40 miles south in San Jose, San Jose city officials said in a lawsuit filed Tuesday. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021215274_apbbasanjoseballpark.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:31:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021218101_apracnyracingnyra.html?syndication=rss The directors of the New York Racing Association have chosen a lawyer without a background in horse racing as the organization's new president and CEO. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021218101_apracnyracingnyra.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:01:10 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/18/justin-smoak-says-hes-ready-to-get-back-out-there/?syndication=rss Justin Smoak is getting dressed in the clubhouse as we speak and can’t wait to get back on the field, having not started a game since May 26. He’s back in the lineup tonight, playing first base, which gives Michael Morse a needed night off to rest his sore quad. Smoak had his on-base per Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/18/justin-smoak-says-hes-ready-to-get-back-out-there/?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 17:49:14 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021218089_apglfgolfnotes.html?syndication=rss Next week marks four years that Justin Rose first began working on his swing with Sean Foley. But in the moments after winning the U.S. Open for his first major championship, Rose referred to him as more than just a swing coach. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021218089_apglfgolfnotes.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:01:10 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/huskymensbasketball/2013/06/18/lorenzo-romar-on-uw-alumni-game/?syndication=rss Lorenzo Romar talked about Sunday’s Washington’s Alumni Game. After picking the rosters for both teams, he said a few former UW asked which team Jon Brockman was going to play with. According to Romar, Isaiah Thomas was happy upon learning that he was paired with Brockman, the school&rsq Husky Men's Basketball Blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/huskymensbasketball/2013/06/18/lorenzo-romar-on-uw-alumni-game/?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:39:40 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021215268_apushaslamsinvestigation.html?syndication=rss Three more employees of the truck stop chain owned by the Cleveland Browns' owner and Tennessee's governor pleaded guilty Tuesday in what authorities call a scheme to cheat trucking firms out of rebates. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021215268_apushaslamsinvestigation.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 17:31:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021217813_apglfonthefringe061813.html?syndication=rss The U.S. Golf Association is not opposed to inflicting cruel and unusual punishment at its premier championship, so here's something it might want to consider. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021217813_apglfonthefringe061813.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 17:16:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021217961_apbbnbraves.html?syndication=rss Even when they were down 4-0 to Matt Harvey, the Atlanta Braves felt they had a chance. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021217961_apbbnbraves.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 17:01:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/highschoolsports/2013/06/18/3a4a-all-state-football-game-set-for-friday-in-moses-lake/?syndication=rss The 3A/4A All-State football game, officially dubbed the “Summer Classic”, will be played this Friday at 7 p.m. at Lion’s Field in Moses Lake. Here are the rosters and coaching staffs: WEST TEAM No. Player HT WT Position School 1 Drew Thompson 6’2″ 180 WR/DB Kennedy Cat High School Sports Blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/highschoolsports/2013/06/18/3a4a-all-state-football-game-set-for-friday-in-moses-lake/?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:46:07 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021217902_apusducksseatcushions.html?syndication=rss Some University of Oregon fans say it's getting crowded in the bleachers. The problem: Jumbo seat cushions. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021217902_apusducksseatcushions.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:46:07 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/highschoolsports/2013/06/18/wright-noel-is-libertys-new-head-wrestling-coach/?syndication=rss Wright Noel has been promoted to head wrestling coach at Liberty High School. “Wright is an excellent choice to lead the Liberty wrestling program,” athletic director Stark Porter said in the press release.  “Wright has extensive wrestling experience, and has been involved in High School Sports Blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/highschoolsports/2013/06/18/wright-noel-is-libertys-new-head-wrestling-coach/?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:31:04 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/soundersfc/2013/06/18/obafemi-martins-for-me-im-going-to-say-the-mls-league-now-is-one-of-the-best/?syndication=rss Sounders FC’s Obafemi Martins returned to practice Tuesday after an extended break the past couple weeks. The forward got some extra time away to serve as a summer vacation since he has been playing since September (previously with Spain’s Levante UD). Martins, who went to Milan to visit Sounders FC Blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/soundersfc/2013/06/18/obafemi-martins-for-me-im-going-to-say-the-mls-league-now-is-one-of-the-best/?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:31:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212216_taketwo18xml.html?syndication=rss Olivia Carville, 24, is a journalist from The Press, a daily newspaper in Christchurch, New Zealand. Last Tuesday, she went to her first American sports event and it didn’t exactly go as planned. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212216_taketwo18xml.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:16:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021212457_aquasox18xml.html?syndication=rss If he had it his way, DJ Peterson would treat the minor-league ladder like Mike Zunino did. After making short work of Seattle's farm system, Zunino has been the team's most recent first-round major-league baseball draft pick to climb his way up the ranks and don the Mariner uniform. Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021212457_aquasox18xml.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:16:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021212497_mariners18xml.html?syndication=rss The Angels pounded 21 hits to back former Mariner left-hander Jason Vargas, who struck out a season-high nine. Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021212497_mariners18xml.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:16:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/collegesports/2021212275_obannon18xml.html?syndication=rss Former UCLA star Ed O’Bannon is part of a lawsuit that could end up playing a significant role in whether NCAA athletes get paid. College Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/collegesports/2021212275_obannon18xml.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:16:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021217836_aphknstanleycup.html?syndication=rss Marian Hossa is one of the Chicago Blackhawks' top scorers, with three game-winning goals already this postseason. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021217836_aphknstanleycup.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:16:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021215488_apusfootballplayersrape.html?syndication=rss A central Kentucky man who goes by the online name KyAnonymous said Tuesday he is the target of an investigation into who hacked into an Ohio high school's computer and posted a video related the rape of a teenage girl at an alcohol-fueled party. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021215488_apusfootballplayersrape.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:16:04 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/soundersfc/2013/06/18/u-s-coach-calls-deandre-yedlin-a-vital-part-of-team-going-into-fifa-u-20-world-cup/?syndication=rss U.S. U-20 coach Tab Ramos held a conference call with reporters Tuesday afternoon ahead of the FIFA U-20 World Cup, which starts this week in Turkey. The U.S. kicks off group play Friday against Spain, the tournament favorite. One of the players who came up a few times on the call was Sounders FC de Sounders FC Blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/soundersfc/2013/06/18/u-s-coach-calls-deandre-yedlin-a-vital-part-of-team-going-into-fifa-u-20-world-cup/?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:01:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021217755_apbbnmetsbraves.html?syndication=rss Matt Harvey pitched six hitless innings, John Buck homered and the New York Mets held off another Atlanta comeback, beating the Braves 4-3 Tuesday in the first game of a doubleheader. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021217755_apbbnmetsbraves.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 15:46:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021215188_apusvegasstriparenamgm.html?syndication=rss Years of talk about building an arena capable of hosting professional sports and big-name concerts yielded an announcement Tuesday that casino giant MGM Resorts International and entertainment company AEG will build a privately financed 20,000-seat indoor venue on the Las Vegas Strip. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021215188_apusvegasstriparenamgm.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 15:46:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/06/18/state-fish-and-wildlife-columbia-river-regional-fishing-reports-11/?syndication=rss Salmon/Steelhead Cowlitz River – 16 boat anglers kept 1 adult spring Chinook and 1 steelhead.  63 bank anglers kept 8 adult and 1 jack spring Chinook plus 1 steelhead.   All the fish were sampled in the barrier dam area. Last week Tacoma Power recovered 183 spring Chinook adults Reel Time Fishing Northwest http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/06/18/state-fish-and-wildlife-columbia-river-regional-fishing-reports-11/?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 15:31:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/huskyfootball/2013/06/18/price-parker-to-represent-uw-at-pac-12-media-day/?syndication=rss In case you missed it, the lineup for Pac-12 Media Day has been set —- the ESPN Pac-12 blog has the details here. As you can read, QB Keith Price and safety Sean Parker will represent UW, along with coach Steve Sarkisian. Each is a native of the LA area, so each will get a Husky Football Blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/huskyfootball/2013/06/18/price-parker-to-represent-uw-at-pac-12-media-day/?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 15:31:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/06/18/thomas-talks-on-nfl-am/?syndication=rss I passed along the video earlier of Earl Thomas’ appearance on the NFL Network’s NFL AM show. Now, courtesy of the network, are some transcribed quotes of what Thomas had to say:  On the feeling he has coming out of OTAs and minicamp: “Confidence. The biggest thing around the Seahawks Blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/06/18/thomas-talks-on-nfl-am/?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 15:01:07 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021215185_aphknredwingsdatsyuk.html?syndication=rss The Detroit Red Wings accomplished their No. 1 goal of the offseason Tuesday by agreeing to a $22.5 million, three-year deal with Pavel Datsyuk. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021215185_aphknredwingsdatsyuk.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 15:01:06 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021215506_apcyctourdefrance.html?syndication=rss The director of the Tour de France expects Bradley Wiggins to come roaring back in 2014 after not defending his crown in this year's race that starts in just over a week. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021215506_apcyctourdefrance.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 14:46:07 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212686_apteneastbourne.html?syndication=rss American qualifier Jamie Hampton upset top-seeded Agnieszka Radwanska 7-6 (2), 6-2 Tuesday in the first round at Eastbourne on Tuesday. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212686_apteneastbourne.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 14:31:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/take2/2013/06/18/heres-the-key-to-fixing-the-mariners-offense/?syndication=rss By Jux Berg Seattle Times freelance writer Justin “Jux” Berg has lived in Bellingham for seven years. The Ohio transplant lives for baseball, both past and present, and has been a fan of the Mariners since the day Ken Griffey Jr. was drafted. If you’ve watched a Seattle Mariners ga Take 2 http://blogs.seattletimes.com/take2/2013/06/18/heres-the-key-to-fixing-the-mariners-offense/?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 17:01:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021215414_apsocworldcuprdp.html?syndication=rss Australia, Iran and South Korea won spots at the 2014 World Cup in Brazil on a dramatic final day of Asian qualifying Tuesday. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021215414_apsocworldcuprdp.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 14:01:10 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/18/justin-smoak-tries-to-save-mariners-reputation-of-young-core/?syndication=rss With the news last night that Justin Smoak would be activated off the disabled list — something the Mariners will officially announce once he gets here to Anaheim — the team officially begins its last-ditch bid to salvage the 2013 season. At nine games under .500, the addition of Smoak & Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/18/justin-smoak-tries-to-save-mariners-reputation-of-young-core/?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:07:56 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021215267_apcardaytonaredesign.html?syndication=rss Daytona International Speedway is getting another facelift, this one considerably bigger than the last. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021215267_apcardaytonaredesign.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 13:16:04 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/06/18/local-chef-tom-douglas-offers-a-royalty-of-grilling-tips-for-the-king-of-salmon/?syndication=rss The chinook salmon fishing season has already started off the coast and parts of Puget Sound, and will soon begin in the Strait of Juan de Fuca and San Juan Islands on July 1, and other parts of Puget Sound on July 16. Seattle chef and restaurateur Tom Douglas will contribute some of his tasty Reel Time Fishing Northwest http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/06/18/local-chef-tom-douglas-offers-a-royalty-of-grilling-tips-for-the-king-of-salmon/?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 13:16:04 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/06/18/anglers-gearing-up-for-eastern-washington-summer-salmon-bound-runs/?syndication=rss Here is the latest fishing report from Dave Graybill, longtime Eastern Washington outdoor radio host and angler: Anglers are champing at the bit for summer-salmon season, and are also watching the sockeye move up the Columbia in our direction.  If you look at the dam counts you will see that th Reel Time Fishing Northwest http://blogs.seattletimes.com/reeltimenorthwest/2013/06/18/anglers-gearing-up-for-eastern-washington-summer-salmon-bound-runs/?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 13:16:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021215252_apbknnbafinalspopculture.html?syndication=rss During his team's Game 3 rout of the Heat, Gregg Popovich was shown on TV talking to his players while they were in the process of burying Miami with a stirring offensive display. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021215252_apbknnbafinalspopculture.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 13:01:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021214946_apracroyalascot.html?syndication=rss Kentucky Derby champion Animal Kingdom was unable to go out a winner, fading quickly and finishing 11th in the Queen Anne Stakes on Tuesday in his last race before retirement. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021214946_apracroyalascot.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 12:16:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212699_aptenrosmalen.html?syndication=rss French Open finalist David Ferrer lost his first-round match Tuesday at the Topshelf Open, a grass-court tournament held the week before Wimbledon. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212699_aptenrosmalen.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 12:01:06 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021215108_aphknsharkscouture.html?syndication=rss The San Jose Sharks have agreed to a contract extension with star center Logan Couture to keep him off the market next summer. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021215108_aphknsharkscouture.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 11:16:04 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/soundersfc/2013/06/18/counting-down-to-usa-honduras-qualifier-tuesday-links/?syndication=rss Big game tonight. The U.S. men’s national team hosts Honduras in a World Cup qualifier at Rio Tinto Stadium in Sandy, Utah, at 6 p.m. The federation has a preview video above, and here is other preview coverage from ESPN.com, SI.com, ProSoccerTalk, MLSsoccer.com and FOXSoccer.com. Here is anot Sounders FC Blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/soundersfc/2013/06/18/counting-down-to-usa-honduras-qualifier-tuesday-links/?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 11:16:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021215077_apbbouscubaseries.html?syndication=rss The U.S. collegiate national baseball team will host its Cuban counterpart next month in a five-game international "friendship" series. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021215077_apbbouscubaseries.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 11:01:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021214928_apolylouganisengaged.html?syndication=rss Former Olympic diving champion Greg Louganis plans to get married this fall. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021214928_apolylouganisengaged.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 10:46:03 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/06/18/morning-kickoff-seahawk-experience-and-more/?syndication=rss Time for our daily morning look at what is being said out there about the Seahawks. … — ESPN.com’s Mike Sando examines the percentage of snaps the Seahawks have returning at each position group, as well as the rest of the NFC West. And the chart reiterates that the Seahawks and 49 Seahawks Blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/seahawks/2013/06/18/morning-kickoff-seahawk-experience-and-more/?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 10:16:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212654_apglfusopenenglandsrose.html?syndication=rss Ever since Greg Norman's final-round implosion allowed Nick Faldo win the Masters in 1996, a generation of fine English talent has come up short in golf's four major championships. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212654_apglfusopenenglandsrose.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 10:16:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021214897_apbknnbafinalsfivethings.html?syndication=rss Five things to watch for in Game 6 of the NBA Finals, as the San Antonio Spurs try to clinch their fifth title and end the Miami Heat's reign on Tuesday night: Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021214897_apbknnbafinalsfivethings.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 09:01:07 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212695_apcarnascartrailerstolen.html?syndication=rss NASCAR driver Mike Harmon has turned himself in to authorities in North Carolina after warrants were issued for him and a business partner. Other Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212695_apcarnascartrailerstolen.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 08:16:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212670_aptimeschedule.html?syndication=rss All Times EDT Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212670_aptimeschedule.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 07:31:07 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212662_aptvsportswatch.html?syndication=rss All Times EDT Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212662_aptvsportswatch.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 07:16:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212623_aphknstanleycupfolo.html?syndication=rss The puck bounced off the post and rolled across the crease, away from the goal line. The red light flashed briefly, but replays would confirm that Tuukka Rask's shutout streak was intact. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212623_aphknstanleycupfolo.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 05:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212556_apbbngiants.html?syndication=rss Bruce Bochy had reigning NL MVP and batting champion Buster Posey as a perfect option off the bench to lead off the 13th inning. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212556_apbbngiants.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 03:01:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212536_apbbnpadresgiants.html?syndication=rss Andrew Cashner provided quite the thrilling warmup for his Tuesday start against San Francisco: a tiebreaking bunt as a pinch hitter in the 13th inning Monday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212536_apbbnpadresgiants.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 02:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212552_apglfusopenenglandsrose.html?syndication=rss Ever since Greg Norman's memorable final-round implosion let Nick Faldo win the Masters in 1996, a generation of fine English talent has come up short in golf's four major championships. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212552_apglfusopenenglandsrose.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 02:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021208722_apbknnbafinals.html?syndication=rss They lost three times in three months in one of the most overpowering stretches the NBA has ever seen. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021208722_apbknnbafinals.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 02:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212551_aphknstanleycupfolo.html?syndication=rss The puck bounced off the post and rolled across the crease, away from the goal line. The red light flashed briefly, but replays would confirm that Tuukka Rask's shutout streak was intact. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212551_aphknstanleycupfolo.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 02:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212522_apbbnmets.html?syndication=rss On his 100th pitch of the night, Dillon Gee fooled Freddie Freeman badly with a changeup. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212522_apbbnmets.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 01:46:04 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/17/justin-smoak-appears-headed-up-to-rejoin-reeling-mariners/?syndication=rss Alex Liddi appeared to have been told in the postgame clubhouse that he is Class AAA bound. Liddi emerged from a back room right before we left and was sitting gloomily by his locker while a teammate or two headed over to chat. If he’s headed back, then Justin Smoak is coming up. Mariners mana Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/17/justin-smoak-appears-headed-up-to-rejoin-reeling-mariners/?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 13:16:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212515_apbbamariners.html?syndication=rss Aaron Harang has never beaten the Los Angeles Angels in his lengthy career. During his latest attempt, the Seattle right-hander could barely even slow them down - and he still did better than his bullpen on a rocky night for the Mariners. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212515_apbbamariners.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 01:31:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212487_apbbnmetsbraves.html?syndication=rss The Atlanta Braves waited a long time to get going. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212487_apbbnmetsbraves.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 01:31:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212503_apbbndiamondbacks.html?syndication=rss Patrick Corbin had another chance to go to 10-0, and he certainly was good enough to do it. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212503_apbbndiamondbacks.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 01:16:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212492_apbbaastros.html?syndication=rss The Chicago White Sox couldn't get anything going against Bud Norris through five innings Monday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212492_apbbaastros.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 01:01:07 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2021212333_nba18xml.html?syndication=rss The San Antonio Spurs have long been the NBA’s gold standard when it comes to drafting and development, preferring to scour the globe to find the right players to slot into well-defined roles. NBA http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/nba/2021212333_nba18xml.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 01:01:07 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/hockey/2021212429_nhlstory18xml.html?syndication=rss Tuukka Rask made 28 saves as the host Boston Bruins shut out the Chicago Blackhawks to take a 2-1 lead in the Stanley Cup Final. Hockey http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/hockey/2021212429_nhlstory18xml.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 00:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212472_apbbccwsindiana.html?syndication=rss Indiana coach Tracy Smith says he won't waste any time lamenting how close Sam Travis' ninth-inning fly ball came to leaving the ballpark. Or how close Mississippi State closer Jonathan Holder came to throwing the ball away and allowing the tying run to score. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212472_apbbccwsindiana.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 00:31:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212468_rainiers18xml.html?syndication=rss Franklin Gutierrez hit a two-run home run and the Tacoma Rainiers slugged their way past the Sacramento River Cats. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212468_rainiers18xml.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 00:16:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/06/17/poll-question-will-seattle-have-a-nba-or-nhl-team/?syndication=rss In lieu of the recent news and events regarding the possibly of Seattle landing a NHL team, here’s a poll that is running in the Seattle Times. NBA in Seattle http://blogs.seattletimes.com/nbainseattle/2013/06/17/poll-question-will-seattle-have-a-nba-or-nhl-team/?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 00:46:04 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/17/mariners-destroyed-in-anaheim-again/?syndication=rss This is getting ridiculous when it comes to how the Mariners keep getting blown apart in this ballpark. They got taken apart 11-3 tonight, surrendering 21 hits in the process. That comes on the heels of getting blown out 7-1 and 12-0 their first two times in here last month. So, yeah, all the good Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/17/mariners-destroyed-in-anaheim-again/?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 13:16:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212456_apbbaathletics.html?syndication=rss Oakland Athletics rookie Dan Straily outpitched an ace in his last visit to Rangers Ballpark. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212456_apbbaathletics.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 00:16:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212454_apbbncubs.html?syndication=rss Chicago Cubs starter Travis Wood seems to keep pitching better every outing. He just has very little to show for it. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212454_apbbncubs.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 00:01:07 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/huskymensbasketball/2013/06/17/nigel-williams-goss-makes-team-usa/?syndication=rss Washington incoming freshman Nigel Williams-Goss (near right) was selected to the 12-man USA Basketball U19 World Championship team. The  6-3 guard and Arizona’s Aaron Gordon are the only players from the Pac-12 on the squad. They’re also the team’s only  incoming freshme Husky Men's Basketball Blog http://blogs.seattletimes.com/huskymensbasketball/2013/06/17/nigel-williams-goss-makes-team-usa/?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 00:01:07 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212368_apbbnmarlinsdiamondbacks.html?syndication=rss Giancarlo Stanton drove in all three Miami runs with a pair of homers and the Marlins handed the Arizona Diamondbacks their fourth straight loss, 3-2 on Monday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212368_apbbnmarlinsdiamondbacks.html?syndication=rss Mon, 17 Jun 2013 23:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212197_aphknstanleycupkey.html?syndication=rss The Bruins' third line was No. 1 in Boston. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212197_aphknstanleycupkey.html?syndication=rss Mon, 17 Jun 2013 23:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212167_apbbnpiratesreds.html?syndication=rss Todd Frazier wasn't going to let left-hander Francisco Liriano get another fastball by him. He guessed right and hit one a long way. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212167_apbbnpiratesreds.html?syndication=rss Mon, 17 Jun 2013 23:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021212367_marinersnotes18xml.html?syndication=rss With his fourth start in the past five games, the team is finding out quickly how the young catcher adapts to the majors. Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021212367_marinersnotes18xml.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 11:50:59 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212366_aphknstanleycupblackhawks.html?syndication=rss The Chicago Blackhawks needed all their offensive weapons against the Bruins' smothering defense and goalie Tuukka Rask. Instead, they lost one of their best before the game. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212366_aphknstanleycupblackhawks.html?syndication=rss Mon, 17 Jun 2013 23:46:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212146_apbborockiesbluejays.html?syndication=rss Josh Johnson took two extra days off to let a bothersome blister heal, then shut down the Colorado Rockies. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212146_apbborockiesbluejays.html?syndication=rss Mon, 17 Jun 2013 23:31:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212245_apbbaathleticsrangers.html?syndication=rss Nelson Cruz thrust his right arm into the air and shouted out in relief while running the bases after hitting his second homer of the night for the Texas Rangers. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212245_apbbaathleticsrangers.html?syndication=rss Mon, 17 Jun 2013 23:31:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212128_aphknstanleycup.html?syndication=rss Tuukka Rask watched most of the action at the other end of the ice. And when the Blackhawks did make a late charge, he was ready. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212128_aphknstanleycup.html?syndication=rss Mon, 17 Jun 2013 23:31:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawks/2021212330_regional18xml.html?syndication=rss Seahawks guard John Moffitt pleaded guilty in Bellevue District Court on Friday to a misdemeanor charge of disorderly conduct. Seahawks http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawks/2021212330_regional18xml.html?syndication=rss Mon, 17 Jun 2013 23:16:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212317_apbbawhitesoxastros.html?syndication=rss Dayan Viciedo's bases-loaded triple in a four-run sixth inning sent the Chicago White Sox to a 4-2 win over the Houston Astros on Monday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212317_apbbawhitesoxastros.html?syndication=rss Mon, 17 Jun 2013 23:16:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212311_apbbncubscardinals.html?syndication=rss Rookie Shelby Miller pitched five shutout innings and Yadier Molina had a two-run double to lead the St. Louis Cardinals to a 5-2 win over the Chicago Cubs on Monday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212311_apbbncubscardinals.html?syndication=rss Mon, 17 Jun 2013 23:16:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212274_apbbccwsmississippistindiana.html?syndication=rss Trey Porter drove in the go-ahead runs in the eighth inning, and Mississippi State took control of its bracket in the College World Series with a 5-4 victory over Indiana on Monday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212274_apbbccwsmississippistindiana.html?syndication=rss Mon, 17 Jun 2013 23:16:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021212304_basenotes18xml.html?syndication=rss The Detroit right-hander is the first pitcher in 16 years to start 10-0, with all 10 decisions coming in starts. Mariners http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/mariners/2021212304_basenotes18xml.html?syndication=rss Mon, 17 Jun 2013 23:01:13 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212303_apbbaindians.html?syndication=rss Carlos Carrasco's victory slipped away first. Then, the Indians let a win slide past them. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212303_apbbaindians.html?syndication=rss Mon, 17 Jun 2013 23:01:13 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212301_apbbnnationals.html?syndication=rss Chad Tracy provided a surge in the Washington dugout, though the good feelings were short-lived. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212301_apbbnnationals.html?syndication=rss Mon, 17 Jun 2013 23:01:12 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212294_tvcast18xml.html?syndication=rss Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212294_tvcast18xml.html?syndication=rss Mon, 17 Jun 2013 23:01:12 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212293_apbborockies.html?syndication=rss First it was a cut on his middle finger. Then on Monday night, Colorado pitcher Jorge De La Rosa developed a new painful problem. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212293_apbborockies.html?syndication=rss Mon, 17 Jun 2013 22:46:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/collegesports/2021212238_ncaabase18xml.html?syndication=rss Oregon State stayed alive at the College World Series, beating Louisville 11-4 in a loser-out game in Omaha, Neb. College Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/collegesports/2021212238_ncaabase18xml.html?syndication=rss Tue, 18 Jun 2013 12:17:29 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212215_apbbaorioles.html?syndication=rss Chris Davis hit a line drive over a high wall in right-center against one of baseball's best pitchers, giving him a major-league leading 24th homer. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212215_apbbaorioles.html?syndication=rss Mon, 17 Jun 2013 22:16:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawks/2021212188_nfl18xml.html?syndication=rss A contrite Chad Johnson apologized for disrespecting a judge in court and the former player was released from jail after a week instead of serving all of his 30-day sentence. Seahawks http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/seahawks/2021212188_nfl18xml.html?syndication=rss Mon, 17 Jun 2013 22:01:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212165_apbbaoriolestigers.html?syndication=rss Max Scherzer has shrugged off the significance of his undefeated start, saying records are fluky statistics for pitchers and that he's simply playing for a good team. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212165_apbbaoriolestigers.html?syndication=rss Mon, 17 Jun 2013 22:01:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sounders/2021212194_sounders18xml.html?syndication=rss The national team trio of Eddie Johnson, Brad Evans and Mario Martinez will rejoin the Sounders this week after Tuesday’s World Cup qualifier between the U.S. and Honduras in Utah. Sounders http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sounders/2021212194_sounders18xml.html?syndication=rss Mon, 17 Jun 2013 22:01:06 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/storm/2021212190_wnbatalk18xml.html?syndication=rss Times reporter Jayda Evans will have a weekly conversation with a newsmaker in the WNBA. Storm http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/storm/2021212190_wnbatalk18xml.html?syndication=rss Mon, 17 Jun 2013 22:01:06 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212189_apbbnpirates.html?syndication=rss A hanging a slider, a fastball that strayed right down the middle. With no margin for error, left-hander Francisco Liriano made two of them that went a long way and decided a close game. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212189_apbbnpirates.html?syndication=rss Mon, 17 Jun 2013 22:01:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212176_apbbnnationalsphillies.html?syndication=rss Domonic Brown hit an RBI single with two outs in the bottom of the ninth inning and the Philadelphia Phillies beat the Washington Nationals 5-4 on Monday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212176_apbbnnationalsphillies.html?syndication=rss Mon, 17 Jun 2013 21:46:03 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212171_apbbaroyalsindians.html?syndication=rss Pinch-runner Elliot Johnson scored from third base on a wild pitch by reliever Matt Albers in the ninth inning, giving the Kansas City Royals a 2-1 win over the Cleveland Indians on Monday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212171_apbbaroyalsindians.html?syndication=rss Mon, 17 Jun 2013 21:31:04 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212169_aphknblackhawksbruins.html?syndication=rss Goals by Daniel Paille and Patrice Bergeron after a scoreless first period gave the Boston Bruins a 2-0 lead over the Chicago Blackhawks through two periods in Game 3 of the Stanley Cup finals Monday night. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212169_aphknblackhawksbruins.html?syndication=rss Mon, 17 Jun 2013 21:16:05 PDT http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/17/game-thread-aaron-harang-tries-for-better-results-in-anaheim/?syndication=rss Nick Franklin just got the Mariners back in this one by connecting for a two-run homer to left off Jason Vargas in the top of the third. So, that makes it a 4-2 game. Endy Chavez had kept the inning going with a bloop single down the left field line with two out. As an Mariners http://blogs.seattletimes.com/mariners/2013/06/17/game-thread-aaron-harang-tries-for-better-results-in-anaheim/?syndication=rss Mon, 17 Jun 2013 23:31:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/collegesports/2021212148_digs18xml.html?syndication=rss The WNBA’s first president contends women’s college basketball needs to make changes if the sport is to grow. College Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/collegesports/2021212148_digs18xml.html?syndication=rss Mon, 17 Jun 2013 21:16:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212147_wnbapower18xml.html?syndication=rss The Storm moves up to No. 9 in this week’s rankings. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212147_wnbapower18xml.html?syndication=rss Mon, 17 Jun 2013 21:01:05 PDT http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212107_apussoccerballdribblerdeatharrest.html?syndication=rss The driver Oregon police say fatally struck a man trying to dribble a soccer ball 10,000 miles from Seattle to Brazil for the World Cup has been arrested. Sports http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/sports/2021212107_apussoccerballdribblerdeatharrest.html?syndication=rss Mon, 17 Jun 2013 21:01:04 PDT