US Open turns into block party for locals

ARDMORE, Pa. | Garry Van Arkel got a taste of what was in store when the U.S. Golf Association commandeered part of his property for parking and turned his tennis court into a security tent worthy of Philadelphia International Airport.

U.S. Open Notes: Donald remains in U.S. Open hunt after rough round

ARDMORE, Pa. | Luke Donald holed out a chip for birdie on the short par-3 13th to reach 4 under and top the leaderboard in the U.S. Open.

Johnson dominates in win at Pocono Raceway

LONG POND, Pa. | Jimmie Johnson walked into the media center holding his daughter's hand, his pregnant wife right behind them. Their second child is due in September, right around the time of the final race before the Chase field is set.

US Open returns but tradition remains at Merion

ARDMORE, Pa. | Stop by the rock near the 11th hole tee box at Merion Golf Club and read up on a slice of sports history.

Danica Patrick brings new eyes to NASCAR

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. | All Danica Patrick needed to do was keep her car intact.

NASCAR's big names take time to find right sponsor

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. | For sale! Made-for-TV premium ad space on the hood of the car of NASCAR's most popular driver.

Gordon wins rain-shortened race at Pocono

LONG POND, Pa. | Jeff Gordon took advantage of an accident sparked by teammate Jimmie Johnson and a touch of timely rain at Pocono Raceway to win his first race of the season.

Johnson clowns to 7th win at Dover

DOVER, Del. | Jimmie Johnson was the mane man at Dover.

Sixers top Bulls for 2-game series lead

PHILADELPHIA | His coach called Jrue Holiday's slump "0 for the world."

76ers top Bulls 89-82 for 3-1 series lead

PHILADELPHIA | The Bulls have failed at winning one game without Derrick Rose and Joakim Noah.

No love for Bulls in Philadelphia

PHILADELPHIA | With one misstep, Joakim Noah crashed down on his side and clutched his sprained left ankle. Already reeling without Derrick Rose, the top-seeded Bulls now hold their breath waiting on Noah's fate for the rest of the first-round series.

NHL players head for the penalty box at rapid rate

PHILADELPHIA | Sid the Kid could use a new nickname. How about, "Sugar" Sid Crosby. Or "Bonecrusher" or "Marvelous."

Rose scores 35 as Bulls hold off 76ers

PHILADELPHIA | Derrick Rose tied a season high with 35 points, and Joakim Noah had 11 points and 18 rebounds to lead the Bulls to their sixth straight win, 96-91 over the Philadelphia 76ers on Sunday night.

76ers beat Pacersfor 5th straight win

PHILADELPHIA | Andre Iguodala scored 20 points and Lou Williams added 13 to help the Philadelphia 76ers win their fifth straight game, 96-86, over the Pacers on Monday night.

Chicago's Toews emerges as leading MVP candidate

Jonathan Toews has won a Stanley Cup and Olympic gold.

Logano wins pole at Pocono; Edwards to start 4th

LONG POND, Pa. | Joey Logano heard the rumors at Joe Gibbs Racing.

Newman takes pole at New Hampshire

LOUDON, N.H. | Stewart-Haas Racing finally gets top billing.

Kenseth pulls away late for Sprint Cup win

DOVER, Del. | Matt Kenseth called for two tires instead of four on the final pit stop of the race and that was the strategy he needed to win the Sprint Cup race at Dover International Speedway.

Edwards wins Nationwide race at Dover

DOVER, Del. | Carl Edwards was sure he tapped Joey Logano.

Johnson wins Dover pole because of rain

DOVER, Del. | Jimmie Johnson stopped at a media scrum and snapped a photo of Bobby Allison.

Flyers advance through adversity to reach Round 2

PHILADELPHIA | The Flyers started three goaltenders, lost their leading scorer, suffered through a putrid power play, dropped a pair of home games, and were called whiners.

Sabres beat Flyers in OT, take 3-2 series lead

PHILADELPHIA | Tyler Ennis scored off a rebound 5:31 into overtime Friday night to give the Buffalo Sabres a 4-3 victory over the Philadelphia Flyers and a 3-2 lead in the first-round series.

76ers keep home fires smoldering against Bulls

PHILADELPHIA | Forty-five points.

Brand leads 76ers past Pacers

PHILADELPHIA | Elton Brand had 25 points and 12 rebounds, and Thaddeus Young scored 16 points to help the Philadelphia 76ers to their first victory of the season, 101-75 over the Indiana Pacers on Wednesday night.

Johnson passes Busch to win at New Hampshire

LOUDON, N.H. | Kurt Busch tried to bump-and-run past Jimmie Johnson for a win.

Busch wins Nationwide race

LOUDON, N.H. | Kyle Busch won the Nationwide Series race at New Hampshire Motor Speedway on Saturday and become the career laps led leader in NASCAR's second-tier series.

Blackhawks end drought, the Cup is Chicago's

PHILADELPHIA | There was no red light, just Blackhawks flying over the boards in celebration. After a brief review, there was no dispute - the Chicago Blackhawks were the Stanley Cup champions.

OT goal lifts Flyers over Blackhawks in Game 3

PHILADELPHIA | Twice, the Philadelphia Flyers needed video replay to decide if a goal counted. One did, one didn't. Claude Giroux didn't need the officials to check his winner.

Navy wins eighth straight over Army

PHILADELPHIA | Navy has turned sports' most patriotic rivalry into one of the most one-sided.

Martin defies age to lead Cup standings

DOVER, Del. | The oldest driver in Sprint Cup happens to be the best one in the sport this season. He's won more races than Tony Stewart. Has more poles than Jimmie Johnson.

Cubs snap Phillies' 10-game winning streak

PHILADELPHIA | Ryan Howard had Phillies fans on their feet and the tying runs on base.

Phillies pulverize Cubs to extend winning streak to nine

PHILADELPHIA | Rodrigo Lopez knows he might get dumped from Philadelphia's starting rotation for a healthy Pedro Martinez.

Johnson loosens up with video, crack at Phelps

JOLIET | Jimmie Johnson's latest happy hour is taking a spin at comedy.

Jordan leads induction class that includes John Stockton, David Robinson

DETROIT | Michael Jordan wanted to put on his shorts and play one final time.

A prince at Pimlico

BALTIMORE | Like any true A-lister, he kept the masses waiting for hours.

Bulls' playoff hopes fading fast

PHILADELPHIA | Andre Miller hit all the right targets and had a season-high 18 assists, Lou Williams scored 23 points and Philadelphia romped again, this time in a 121-99 victory over the Bulls on Wednesday night.

Irish overcome road ravages

PHILADELPHIA | Notre Dame had every reason to feel squeamish about another Saturday road game after two blowout losses in that situation had the Irish wondering what was wrong.

Griese, Bears rally for victory

PHILADELPHIA | Pinned on the 3-yard line and out of timeouts, Chicago's final drive looked like a bust.

McNabb getting his running legs back

PHILADELPHIA | Donovan McNabb feels the difference in his legs in the weight room. The more he trains, the more he feels like he's gaining strength in his surgically repaired knee.

Biffle baffled by unsuccessful season

DOVER, Del. | Greg Biffle tabled his contract talks with Roush Fenway Racing, gained a new sponsor midway through the season and is working with his third crew chief in two years.

It's On! Angry Petty lays the smack down in garage on Hamlin

DOVER, Del. | Denny Hamlin's car crashed into Kyle Petty's bumper. Then a furious Petty got in Hamlin's face. Hamlin responded with verbal threats about wanting to fight.

Edwards wins wreck-filled race at Dover

AUTO RACING | NEXTEL CUP

Earnhardt crew chief Eury Jr. set to get head start at Hendrick

DOVER, Del. | Junior is getting a head start at Hendrick Motorsports.

Johnson takes pole at Dover

AUTO RACING | NEXTEL CUP

McNabb looks like old self in first game back

PHILADELPHIA | Donovan McNabb said a prayer before sprinting through the tunnel to the field and emerged pointing his finger at the sky while an appreciative crowd stood and cheered.