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Marlins' Matt Treanor in San Francisco, but heart is in China

Miami HeraldMatt Treanor doesn't know whether he will be in the starting lineup for the Marlins on Wednesday night, when they face the Giants. But he is certain of one thing: He will be on pins and needles wondering how his wife is faring at the Olympics.
Florida Marlins4 hours ago

Marlins: Scott Olsen says he would prefer to stick with team

Miami HeraldScott Olsen would like to remain with the Marlins next season, if only to see how the current rotation would perform over the course of an entire campaign.
Florida Marlins4 hours ago

U.S. Women's Soccer Team Ready For Brazil

ESPN VideoU.S. players Lori Chalupny and Heather O'Reilly talk about preparing for the gold medal game.
Miami Heat4 hours ago

Recap: San Francisco vs. Florida

Miami HeraldRicky Nolasco was dominant, fanning 11 in a two-hit shutout as the Marlins cruised to a 6-0 win over the San Francisco Giants in the opener of a three-game set.
Florida Marlins7 hours ago

For UM senior running back, there are no regrets

Miami HeraldUniversity of Miami tailback Derron Thomas could have been a national champion. But even in hindsight, this soft-spoken fifth-year senior with a serious demeanor and shoulder-length dreadlocks insists he is where he is supposed to be.
Miami Hurricanes4 hours ago

Miami Hurricanes' Hankerson stars in scrimmage

Miami HeraldThe University of Miami wrapped up its final scrimmage of fall camp Tuesday night with the offense dominating the defense.
Miami Hurricanes4 hours ago

Fins shopping Beck; rookie linemen impress

Miami HeraldDolphins camp chatter: The Dolphins continue to shop John Beck and indicated they would like a fourth-round pick in return but are unlikely to get that, an NFC executive said this week.
Miami Dolphins4 hours ago

Dolphins' Ronnie Brown not set to return at this moment

Miami HeraldThe season starts in a short 18 days, and the Dolphins' offense is in mad flux. Coach Tony Sparano said Tuesday that rookie quarterback Chad Henne still is hunting to win the starting job over veteran Chad Pennington.
Miami Dolphins4 hours ago

Hankerson grabs 3 TDs in Hurricanes' final scrimmage

South Florida Sun-SentinelUniversity of Miami receiver Leonard Hankerson had been sort of like a forgotten man throughout the preseason.
Miami Hurricanes4 hours ago

Henne looks like future starter

Miami HeraldYou can ask about the present, and Dolphins coach Tony Sparano will tell you rookie quarterback Chad Henne continues to challenge veteran Chad Pennington for the starting job. It is a matter of debate whether you choose to believe him.
Miami Dolphins4 hours ago

Canes Expect To Rely On James, Cooper

Tampa TribuneCORAL GABLES - Coaches are excited about having both Javarris James and Graig Cooper healthy.
Miami Hurricanes4 hours ago

Nolasco pitches, bats the Marlins to win.

Miami HeraldRicky Nolasco pitched a two-hitter for his first career shutout and drove in two runs with his first double, leading the Florida Marlins past the San Francisco Giants 6-0 on Tuesday night.
Florida Marlins4 hours ago

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Florida Marlins' Jeremy Hermida swings for an RBI ground out aga... (AP Photo/Ben Margot)
AP Photo/Ben Margot

Florida Marlins' Jeremy Hermida swings for an RBI ground out against the San Francisco Giants during the second inning of a baseball game Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2008, in San Francisco.»Yahoo! Sports

Florida Marlins' Ricky Nolasco, right, embraces catcher John Bak... (AP Photo/Ben Margot)
AP Photo/Ben Margot

Florida Marlins' Ricky Nolasco, right, embraces catcher John Baker at the end of a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2008, in San Francisco.»Yahoo! Sports

Florida Marlins second baseman Dan Uggla watches his throw to fi... (AP Photo/Steve Mitchell)
AP Photo/Steve Mitchell

Florida Marlins second baseman Dan Uggla watches his throw to first after forcing out Chicago Cubs' Ryan Theriot (2) on the first half of a double play in the fifth inning of a baseball game Sunday, Aug. 17, 2008, in Miami. Derrek Lee was out at first.»Yahoo! Sports

Florida Marlins manager Fredi Gonzalez pauses in the dugout duri... (AP Photo/Steve Mitchell)
AP Photo/Steve Mitchell

Florida Marlins manager Fredi Gonzalez pauses in the dugout during the Chicago Cubs' eight-run seventh inning during a baseball game Sunday, Aug. 17, 2008, in Miami. The Cubs won 9-2.»Yahoo! Sports