South Carolina ace Michael Roth knew the two-time defending national champion Gamecocks would shake off their early struggles and find themselves in the thick of the Southeastern Conference title chase.
South Carolina ace Michael Roth knew the two-time defending national champion Gamecocks would shake off their early struggles and find themselves in the thick of the Southeastern Conference title chase.
Hall of Fame trainer D. Wayne Lukas is annoyed by the behavior of a few of his peers, saying the actions of some recent Kentucky Derby winners have tarnished the reputation of his profession.
Hall of Fame trainer D. Wayne Lukas is annoyed by the behavior of a few of his peers, saying the actions of some recent Kentucky Derby winners have tarnished the reputation of his profession.
Kentucky Speedway's general manager says there's no excuse for last year's traffic blunders at the inaugural Sprint Cup Series race at the track in Sparta. Kyle Busch won the race but many missed the race because...
Brian McCann homered and the Braves scored four runs in the third inning to beat the Cincinnati Reds 6-2 on Tuesday night, giving Johnny Cueto his first loss.
Brian McCann homered and the Braves scored four runs in the third inning to beat the Cincinnati Reds 6-2 on Tuesday night, giving Johnny Cueto his first loss.
A post-mortem report says a pulmonary aneurysm killed the horse that won the Iroquois Steeplechase.
A post-mortem report says a pulmonary aneurysm killed the horse that won the Iroquois Steeplechase.
Kentucky Speedway general manager Mark Simendinger says there's no excuse for last year's traffic blunders at the inaugural Sprint Cup Series race at the track in Sparta.
Kentucky Speedway general manager Mark Simendinger says there's no excuse for last year's traffic blunders at the inaugural Sprint Cup Series race at the track in Sparta.
Peter Fuller, owner of the thoroughbred Dancer's Image that won the 1968 Kentucky Derby but was disqualified days later, has died of cancer in Portsmouth, N.H. He was 89.
Peter Fuller, owner of the thoroughbred Dancer's Image that won the 1968 Kentucky Derby but was disqualified days later, has died of cancer in Portsmouth, N.H. He was 89.
The trainer for I'll Have Another is keeping his Kentucky Derby winner off the track at Pimlico Race Course on a wet Tuesday morning in Baltimore.
The trainer for I'll Have Another is keeping his Kentucky Derby winner off the track at Pimlico Race Course on a wet Tuesday morning in Baltimore.
Brandon Phillips drove in the go-ahead run with a double off the centerfield wall and the Cincinnati Reds scored two runs off Jonny Venters in the eighth inning to beat the Atlanta Braves 3-1 on Monday night.
Brandon Phillips drove in the go-ahead run with a double off the centerfield wall and the Cincinnati Reds scored two runs off Jonny Venters in the eighth inning to beat the Atlanta Braves 3-1 on Monday night.
Louisville forward Monique Reid and guard Tia Gibbs have regained a year of eligibility after being granted medical hardship waivers by the Big East.
Louisville forward Monique Reid and guard Tia Gibbs have regained a year of eligibility after being granted medical hardship waivers by the Big East.
Sean Woods says it's a blessing to come home.
Sean Woods says it's a blessing to come home.
After bucking the odds to become a major player in the sports apparel business, Kevin Plank is eyeing a similar role in horse racing.
After bucking the odds to become a major player in the sports apparel business, Kevin Plank is eyeing a similar role in horse racing.
Juvenile champion Hansen will not run in the Preakness on Saturday.
Juvenile champion Hansen will not run in the Preakness on Saturday.
Bodemeister is headed to the Preakness to challenge I'll Have Another after their memorable finish in the Kentucky Derby.
Bodemeister is headed to the Preakness to challenge I'll Have Another after their memorable finish in the Kentucky Derby.
A little extra money in the wallet? Check. Those earplugs for sleeping in the hotel? Got 'em.
A little extra money in the wallet? Check. Those earplugs for sleeping in the hotel? Got 'em.
Heavy favorite Dhaamer took advantage of a drop in class with a runaway victory Sunday in the $72,950 Round Table Stakes at Betfair Hollywood Park.
Heavy favorite Dhaamer took advantage of a drop in class with a runaway victory Sunday in the $72,950 Round Table Stakes at Betfair Hollywood Park.
Joey Votto hit a grand slam in the ninth inning for his third home run of the game, rallying the Cincinnati Reds to a rain-delayed 9-6 victory over the Washington Nationals on Sunday.
Joey Votto hit a grand slam in the ninth inning for his third home run of the game, rallying the Cincinnati Reds to a rain-delayed 9-6 victory over the Washington Nationals on Sunday.
Tennessee Tech at E. Kentucky, cancelled.
Tennessee Tech at E. Kentucky, cancelled.
Jordan Zimmermann extended Washington's streak of dominant starts, and Danny Espinosa homered for the second straight game Saturday night, leading the Nationals to a 2-1 victory over the Cincinnati Reds.
Jordan Zimmermann extended Washington's streak of dominant starts, and Danny Espinosa homered for the second straight game Saturday night, leading the Nationals to a 2-1 victory over the Cincinnati Reds.
Drill beat American Act by a half-length Saturday in the $98,000 Lazaro Barrera Memorial Stakes at Betfair Hollywood Park.
Drill beat American Act by a half-length Saturday in the $98,000 Lazaro Barrera Memorial Stakes at Betfair Hollywood Park.
Arcadius collapsed and died as he was being cooled down after winning the $150,000 Iroquois Steeplechase at Percy Warner Park on Saturday.
Arcadius collapsed and died as he was being cooled down after winning the $150,000 Iroquois Steeplechase at Percy Warner Park on Saturday.
Ponzi Scheme drew off in the stretch to win the $75,000 Decathlon Stakes on opening day at Monmouth Park, a race Saturday that was marred by a spill on the far turn involving five of the eight horses.
Ponzi Scheme drew off in the stretch to win the $75,000 Decathlon Stakes on opening day at Monmouth Park, a race Saturday that was marred by a spill on the far turn involving five of the eight horses.
Reds third baseman Scott Rolen has gone back on the 15-day disabled list because of a problem with his left shoulder, which had surgery last year.
Reds third baseman Scott Rolen has gone back on the 15-day disabled list because of a problem with his left shoulder, which had surgery last year.
St. John's 6, Louisville 2
St. John's 6, Louisville 2
Quarterback Tony Pike is getting a chance to revive his career with his hometown team.
Quarterback Tony Pike is getting a chance to revive his career with his hometown team.
My Selection beat 13-10 favorite Magical Band by three-quarters of a length Friday night in the $55,944 feature at Betfair Hollywood Park.
My Selection beat 13-10 favorite Magical Band by three-quarters of a length Friday night in the $55,944 feature at Betfair Hollywood Park.
Morehead State University says Sean Woods has been named as its new head basketball coach.
Morehead State University says Sean Woods has been named as its new head basketball coach.
Roger Bernadina and Danny Espinosa each hit a two-run homer Friday night in one of Washington's biggest scoring splurges of the season, leading the light-hitting Nationals to a 7-3 victory over the Cincinnati Reds.
Roger Bernadina and Danny Espinosa each hit a two-run homer Friday night in one of Washington's biggest scoring splurges of the season, leading the light-hitting Nationals to a 7-3 victory over the Cincinnati Reds.
E. Kentucky 6, Tennessee Tech 5
E. Kentucky 6, Tennessee Tech 5
Vontaze (VON'-tez) Burfict (BER'-fict) swooped in from the middle linebacker spot and closed on the ball carrier, then quickly pulled up to avoid any contact. He was practicing the thing he needs to improve upon most.
Vontaze (VON'-tez) Burfict (BER'-fict) swooped in from the middle linebacker spot and closed on the ball carrier, then quickly pulled up to avoid any contact. He was practicing the thing he needs to improve upon most.
Western Kentucky has introduced Todd Stewart as the school's new director of athletics after he'd served in the role on an interim basis since March 22.
Western Kentucky has introduced Todd Stewart as the school's new director of athletics after he'd served in the role on an interim basis since March 22.
The Bengals have signed a pair of fifth-round choices from last month's draft.
The Bengals have signed a pair of fifth-round choices from last month's draft.
Kentucky Derby-winning trainer Doug O'Neill could face a suspension in California after one of his horses was found to have an elevated level of total carbon dioxide, an infraction for which he previously has been...
Kentucky Derby-winning trainer Doug O'Neill could face a suspension in California after one of his horses was found to have an elevated level of total carbon dioxide, an infraction for which he previously has been...
There will be a reunion at the Preakness this month for a frail girl and a trainer who met just before the trainer's horse gained fame as winner of this year's Kentucky Derby
There will be a reunion at the Preakness this month for a frail girl and a trainer who met just before the trainer's horse gained fame as winner of this year's Kentucky Derby
Kentucky Derby-winning jockey Mario Gutierrez proved as cool on the mound as he was atop I'll Have Another, tossing out a first pitch at the Los Angeles Dodgers' game as part of a whirlwind week since he pulled off...
Kentucky Derby-winning jockey Mario Gutierrez proved as cool on the mound as he was atop I'll Have Another, tossing out a first pitch at the Los Angeles Dodgers' game as part of a whirlwind week since he pulled off...
Indiana coach Tom Crean says the Kentucky series will end because the Hoosiers didn't want to play another game in Indianapolis.
Indiana coach Tom Crean says the Kentucky series will end because the Hoosiers didn't want to play another game in Indianapolis.
Joey Votto's RBI double broke a scoreless tie in the ninth, and the Cincinnati Reds held on to beat the Milwaukee Brewers 2-1 on Wednesday.
Joey Votto's RBI double broke a scoreless tie in the ninth, and the Cincinnati Reds held on to beat the Milwaukee Brewers 2-1 on Wednesday.
Homer Bailey's day went badly from the beginning.
Homer Bailey's day went badly from the beginning.
The New York Times is reporting that the NCAA is looking into Nerlens Noel, a top prep recruit who has committed to play at national champion Kentucky next season.
The New York Times is reporting that the NCAA is looking into Nerlens Noel, a top prep recruit who has committed to play at national champion Kentucky next season.
Aramis Ramirez hit a three-run triple, helping the Milwaukee Brewers shake off their recent offensive struggles in an 8-3 victory over the Cincinnati Reds on Tuesday night.
Aramis Ramirez hit a three-run triple, helping the Milwaukee Brewers shake off their recent offensive struggles in an 8-3 victory over the Cincinnati Reds on Tuesday night.
Zenyatta is pregnant with her second foal at Lane End's Farm.
Zenyatta is pregnant with her second foal at Lane End's Farm.
The Bengals acquired two young players off waivers on Tuesday, guard Chris Riley from Tampa Bay and defensive tackle Vaughan Meatoga from Washington.
The Bengals acquired two young players off waivers on Tuesday, guard Chris Riley from Tampa Bay and defensive tackle Vaughan Meatoga from Washington.
The Kentucky Derby's television viewership is up from last year.
The Kentucky Derby's television viewership is up from last year.
Jay Bruce hit a three-run home run and Bronson Arroyo pitched solidly into the seventh inning, leading the Cincinnati Reds to a 6-1 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers on Monday night.
Jay Bruce hit a three-run home run and Bronson Arroyo pitched solidly into the seventh inning, leading the Cincinnati Reds to a 6-1 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers on Monday night.
N. Kentucky 7-7, Lewis 1-12
N. Kentucky 7-7, Lewis 1-12
Kentucky Derby winner I'll Have Another is off to Maryland for the second leg of the Triple Crown, and the chestnut colt isn't wasting any time heading to Maryland.
Kentucky Derby winner I'll Have Another is off to Maryland for the second leg of the Triple Crown, and the chestnut colt isn't wasting any time heading to Maryland.
Mat Latos struck out a career-high 11 over six sharp innings to lead the Cincinnati Reds to a 5-0 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Sunday.
Mat Latos struck out a career-high 11 over six sharp innings to lead the Cincinnati Reds to a 5-0 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Sunday.
Wis.-Parkside 4, Bellarmine 3
Wis.-Parkside 4, Bellarmine 3
Neil Walker ended a long home run drought, James McDonald put together another strong start and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Cincinnati Reds 3-2 on Saturday night.
Neil Walker ended a long home run drought, James McDonald put together another strong start and the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Cincinnati Reds 3-2 on Saturday night.
Morning Line led all the way to win the $150,000 Mervyn LeRoy Handicap by a half-length Saturday at Betfair Hollywood Park.
Morning Line led all the way to win the $150,000 Mervyn LeRoy Handicap by a half-length Saturday at Betfair Hollywood Park.
Kentucky Wesleyan 6-0, Indianapolis 5-18, first game, 10 innings
Kentucky Wesleyan 6-0, Indianapolis 5-18, first game, 10 innings
Bob Baffert began tearing up in the moments after the Kentucky Derby in the paddock thinking about Bode.
Bob Baffert began tearing up in the moments after the Kentucky Derby in the paddock thinking about Bode.
Trainer Dale Romans captured a pair of stakes victories Saturday on the Kentucky Derby undercard as Little Mike won the $561,500 Woodford Reserve Turf Classic and Shackleford took the $441,600 Churchill Downs Stakes.
Trainer Dale Romans captured a pair of stakes victories Saturday on the Kentucky Derby undercard as Little Mike won the $561,500 Woodford Reserve Turf Classic and Shackleford took the $441,600 Churchill Downs Stakes.
A surging crowd of more than 165,000 has broken the attendance record at Churchill Downs for the Kentucky Derby for the second consecutive year.
A surging crowd of more than 165,000 has broken the attendance record at Churchill Downs for the Kentucky Derby for the second consecutive year.
Jockey Rosie Napravnik was back at Belmont Park on Saturday less than 24 hours after she became the first female jockey to win the Kentucky Oaks.
Jockey Rosie Napravnik was back at Belmont Park on Saturday less than 24 hours after she became the first female jockey to win the Kentucky Oaks.
Bellarmine 2, Wis.-Parkside 1
Bellarmine 2, Wis.-Parkside 1
Kentucky 2, Florida 1
Kentucky 2, Florida 1
Bellarmine 16, Wis.-Parkside 0
Bellarmine 16, Wis.-Parkside 0
Heavy favorite Reneesgotzip led all the way in a 2 1/4-length victory Friday in the $57,000 allowance feature for fillies and mares at Betfair Hollywood Park.
Heavy favorite Reneesgotzip led all the way in a 2 1/4-length victory Friday in the $57,000 allowance feature for fillies and mares at Betfair Hollywood Park.
Johnny Cueto remained unbeaten, giving up seven hits in his first complete game of the season as the Cincinnati Reds beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 6-1 on Friday night.
Johnny Cueto remained unbeaten, giving up seven hits in his first complete game of the season as the Cincinnati Reds beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 6-1 on Friday night.
E. Illinois 11, Murray St. 5
E. Illinois 11, Murray St. 5
Rosie Napravnik became the first female jockey to win the Kentucky Oaks, keeping Believe You Can near the front from the start and pulling away from Broadway's Alibi in the $1 million Kentucky Oaks at Churchill Downs on...
Rosie Napravnik became the first female jockey to win the Kentucky Oaks, keeping Believe You Can near the front from the start and pulling away from Broadway's Alibi in the $1 million Kentucky Oaks at Churchill Downs on...
Jockey Javier Castellano left on a stretcher after a spill Friday in a race just before he was scheduled to ride Grace Hall in the Kentucky Oaks.
Jockey Javier Castellano left on a stretcher after a spill Friday in a race just before he was scheduled to ride Grace Hall in the Kentucky Oaks.
The infield at Churchill Downs is being emptied because of a severe thunderstorm in the area, and racing has been delayed before the running of the Kentucky Oaks.
The infield at Churchill Downs is being emptied because of a severe thunderstorm in the area, and racing has been delayed before the running of the Kentucky Oaks.
By COLIN FLY AP Sports Writer Kentucky coach John Calipari is getting a raise following the Wildcats' NCAA basketball title in April.
By COLIN FLY AP Sports Writer Kentucky coach John Calipari is getting a raise following the Wildcats' NCAA basketball title in April.
Jockey Robby Albarado has been arrested on an assault charge and has lost his ride in the Kentucky Oaks.
Jockey Robby Albarado has been arrested on an assault charge and has lost his ride in the Kentucky Oaks.
Dr. Kendall Hansen has big plans. Not many of them have gone over well with the rest of the thoroughbred industry.
Dr. Kendall Hansen has big plans. Not many of them have gone over well with the rest of the thoroughbred industry.
Florida 5, Kentucky 3
Florida 5, Kentucky 3
Hard to Resist rallied in the final yards to edge Let's Go Cheyenne by a neck Thursday in the $57,700 turf feature at Betfair Hollywood Park.
Hard to Resist rallied in the final yards to edge Let's Go Cheyenne by a neck Thursday in the $57,700 turf feature at Betfair Hollywood Park.
By The Associated Press The U.S. has added college player of the year Anthony Davis and Oklahoma City's James Harden to its pool of finalists for its Olympic men's basketball roster.
By The Associated Press The U.S. has added college player of the year Anthony Davis and Oklahoma City's James Harden to its pool of finalists for its Olympic men's basketball roster.
The famed Calumet Farm has been sold to an investment group for nearly $36 million.
The famed Calumet Farm has been sold to an investment group for nearly $36 million.
Redeemed romped to a 9 3/4-length victory in a three-horse race Thursday in the $81,000 Milesius Stakes at Belmont Park.
Redeemed romped to a 9 3/4-length victory in a three-horse race Thursday in the $81,000 Milesius Stakes at Belmont Park.
Carlos Marmol got a little wild again, losing a three-run lead in the ninth. He might have lost his closer job as well.
Carlos Marmol got a little wild again, losing a three-run lead in the ninth. He might have lost his closer job as well.
An unprecedented matchup of birthday-celebrating starters came down to the bullpens. Carlos Marmol got a little wild, lost a three-run lead and, perhaps, his job as well.
An unprecedented matchup of birthday-celebrating starters came down to the bullpens. Carlos Marmol got a little wild, lost a three-run lead and, perhaps, his job as well.
Kentucky's Matthew Mitchell signed a seven-year extension Thursday, putting him among the highest-paid coaches in women's college basketball.
Kentucky's Matthew Mitchell signed a seven-year extension Thursday, putting him among the highest-paid coaches in women's college basketball.
Trainer Larry Jones had little time to celebrate the last time he won the Kentucky Oaks with Proud Spell in 2008. One day later, Eight Belles, his other top filly, broke down and was euthanized after the Kentucky Derby.
Trainer Larry Jones had little time to celebrate the last time he won the Kentucky Oaks with Proud Spell in 2008. One day later, Eight Belles, his other top filly, broke down and was euthanized after the Kentucky Derby.
Bryan LaHair and Ian Stewart hit solo homers - a major outburst for the power-challenged Chicago Cubs - and Jeff Samardzija pitched into the eighth inning on Wednesday night for a 3-1 victory over the Cincinnati Reds.
Bryan LaHair and Ian Stewart hit solo homers - a major outburst for the power-challenged Chicago Cubs - and Jeff Samardzija pitched into the eighth inning on Wednesday night for a 3-1 victory over the Cincinnati Reds.
The Reds have signed right-hander Michael Wuertz to a minor league deal, allowing him to work out at their spring training complex in Arizona as part of the team's extended spring training program.
The Reds have signed right-hander Michael Wuertz to a minor league deal, allowing him to work out at their spring training complex in Arizona as part of the team's extended spring training program.
Otterbein 10, Transylvania 9, 10 innings
Otterbein 10, Transylvania 9, 10 innings
Cash for Clunkers rolled through the mud Wednesday, beating Nefertini by 6 3/4 lengths in the $85,500 Heatherten Stakes for fillies and mares at Belmont Park.
Cash for Clunkers rolled through the mud Wednesday, beating Nefertini by 6 3/4 lengths in the $85,500 Heatherten Stakes for fillies and mares at Belmont Park.
Arizona State linebacker Vontaze (VOHN'-taze) Burfict (BURR'-fikt) was among 14 college free agents signed by the Cincinnati Bengals on Wednesday.
Arizona State linebacker Vontaze (VOHN'-taze) Burfict (BURR'-fikt) was among 14 college free agents signed by the Cincinnati Bengals on Wednesday.
Gemologist certainly appears to have the credentials to become the second Kentucky Derby winner in three years for trainer Todd Pletcher and WinStar Farm.
Gemologist certainly appears to have the credentials to become the second Kentucky Derby winner in three years for trainer Todd Pletcher and WinStar Farm.
Twenty-one horses have been entered for Saturday's Kentucky Derby, one more than the maximum allowed field of 20.
Barry Irwin says he lost his anonymity after Animal Kingdom won last year's Kentucky Derby for his syndicate, Team Valor International.
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