Wilfork makes presence felt
boston.com 6/11/2009 — Nose tackles usually toil in anonymity, but Vince Wilfork was front and center yesterday after he ended his string of offseason absences by showing up for the first day of the Patriots' three-day mandatory minicamp as expected.

"[It was a] huge thrill," said Conrad, who later got the ball back after right fielder Jeff...
gaslampball.com 7/4/2009 — "[It was a] huge thrill," said Conrad, who later got the ball back after right fielder Jeff Francoeur requested it from the Nationals' bullpen. "Obviously, [it's] the best experience I've ever had in the big leagues. It just feels awesome to come up and contribute right away like that."  ...

Conrad looks to CONCACAF Gold Cup
kansascitykansan.com 6/30/2009 — While the Kansas City Wizards prepare to take part in another non-MLS tournament, Wizards' defender and captain Jimmy Conrad looks to another stint with the U.S. National Team.

Braves Player News: Conrad down, Johnson back from DL
nleastchatter.com 7/23/2009 — According to David O’Brien of the AJC , the Braves have sent Brooks Conrad back to AAA Gwinnett since Kelly Johnson is coming back from the DL. Conrad had a great cup of coffee as he hit .344 and had 2 three baggers, two home runs and eight total RBI. I don’t know about this ...

Conrad, Arnaud honored to join US roster
web.mlsnet.com 7/1/2009 — Two Kansas City Wizards players, defender and captain Jimmy Conrad and midfielder Davy Arnaud, will be part of the made-over U.S. national team as it enters the upcoming CONCACAF Gold Cup.

...I felt I didn't have a great year and I can do better and was happy with the one-year deal. I...
nucksmisconduct.com 7/7/2009 — ...I felt I didn't have a great year and I can do better and was happy with the one-year deal. I wanted to be in Vancouver and apparently they wanted me back, so we got everything ironed out. It gives me an opportunity to come in and show that I have more to give and if I can do that, the ...

Presence felt
bengals.com 6/11/2009 — Rey Maualuga and children at the Ronald McDonald House enjoy some time together. (Ronald McDonald House photo) Posted: 10:10 p.m. As usual, Rey Maualuga does a little bit of everything. You want a football story? How about Maualuga's rampaging ...

The Braves are Back..... Maybe.
atlantabravesnews.com 7/3/2009 — With the three game sweep of the defending champion Phillies, the Atlanta Braves find themselves squarely in the N.L. East race. Check out the article to find out why that momentum changing series might be just what the doctor ordered to end Atlanta's 3 year playoff drought.

Manny apologizes to fans, won't talk about steroids — L.A. Times - Baseball News 7/3/2009
Ramirez refuses to talk about the reasons for his suspension, but apologizes to fans and teammates for not playing. > SAN DIEGO -- Manny Ramirez returned to ...

Padres skipper could be up for extension — Major League Baseball News 7/4/2009
A report on Yahoo! Sports on Friday said Padres manager Bud Black, who is in his third season, will have his contract extending in the coming weeks. Black is in the third season of a three-year deal.

For The Padres, It's Time To Move On Without Jake Peavy — Bleacher Report - MLB 7/4/2009
Just over a month ago, the San Diego Padres tried to send their ace Jake Peavy to the Chicago White Sox for a list of young players that included a few high pitching prospects.  Peavy took his time deciding on whether to take it. Part of that ...

Manny held hitless as Dodgers prevail — Major League Baseball News 7/4/2009
With a five-run first inning, the Dodgers went on to a 6-3 win over the Padres in Manny Ramirez's first game back from a 50-game suspension for violating MLB's Drug Policy.

Manny more notorious, er, popular than ever — SI.com - MLB 7/4/2009
1. Well, this is what the rest of the career of Manny Ramirez looks like: the guy is more notorious than ever, which in today's culture just happens to mean he is more popular, "notoriety" having lost its true meaning. It was a very successful debut ...