Rays win 70th in record time Aug 10, 2008
At that point, Maddon elected to bring center fielder B.J. Upton to the infield to give the Rays a fifth infielder against Adrian Beltre, who fought Bradford, fouling off five pitches. "It seemed like 25," Bradford said. (MLB.com -- Tampa Bay Devil Rays)
Bonus Blog! Come 'n get it Aug 4, 2008
He said Adrian Peterson ... Yes, Dwyer was referring to the earlier Adrian Peterson, as he referenced AP playing for coach Johnson. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
The generation of 'damaged' girls Aug 4, 2008
They just think they're pretty". Publishers wishing to reproduce photographs on this page should phone 44 (0) 207 931 2921 or email Related Content External Links More on ... Advertisement Advertisement EDITOR'S CHOICE The extraordinary Rebecca Romero is Britain's hope at the Olympics. Advertisement Advertisement Advertisement Our regularly-updated review of celebrity photos and paparazzi snaps. A flying car, a giant Buddha, and a tiny sumo wrestler. Hollywood memorabilia from Indiana Jones,... (Yahoo News -- Sex & Sexuality)
Velez double in 10th wins it for Giants Aug 2, 2008
The 2-1 lead he bequeathed to the bullpen vanished when Adrian Gonzalez homered off Jack Taschner with two outs in the eighth inning. It marked the sixth time this year that Giants relievers have blown a lead they inherited from Lincecum. (MLB.com -- San Francisco Giants)
Rush tells tale for shy showman Jul 30, 2008
While Lucas escaped injury she may have created a headache for herself with the newspaper describing her boyfriend of six months - Adrian Grenier, who stars in the cult TV series Entourage - as "testy" when questioned about the incident. BLUES THE BEST. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Matthew Goode: A rogue's progress Jul 29, 2008
"The character, Adrian Veidt, is not massively different from Charles Ryder: he's an aesthete and somewhat morally ambiguous. But 'Watchmen' is the 'Citizen Kane' of graphic novels.". Goode laughed. (International Herald Tribune)
Pubs are the last place I'd want to drink in Jul 29, 2008
Posted by Adrian Gilbert on July 29, 2008 8:15 AM. You forgot Ena Sharples and Minnie Caldwell, tucked away in the snug at the Rovers Return. (Telegraph.co.uk)
More of this story Jul 26, 2008
Adrian Antonio fears that more expensive meters throughout the city may mean fewer customers ... With a small storefront on a busy portion of Eighth Street, Adrian Antonio's T-shirt and CD shop is easy to miss. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
An ad for Chanel, with an artistic mission Jul 24, 2008
"Right now Central Park is one big international duty-free zone," said Adrian Benepe, the city's parks commissioner. "You can't walk through it without hearing lots of different languages.". (International Herald Tribune)
Padres 6, Reds 4 Jul 22, 2008
"Until Cordero failed for the sixth time in 26 save chances, theReds were in position to win because of Griffey's homer and another solid start by 22-year-old Homer Bailey. Griffey snapped a 2-all tie in the sixth with a two-run homeroff Josh Banks, who learned the hard way that a marginal mistake can turn into a home run at Great American Ball Park. Edwin Encarnacion had a solo shot off Banks, who had never pitched at the homer-prone park. Griffey's 13th homer of the season left him three... (WKRC.com, OH)
GRIFFEY HOMERS: Hits No. 606 but Padres win Jul 22, 2008
San Diego Padres third baseman Kevin Kouzmanoff, left, is congratulated by teammate Adrian Gonzalez after rallying in the ninth to defeat the Cincinnati Reds 6-4. The Padres were 0-53 before Monday's game when trailing after eight innings. (USA Today -- Sports)
Underwriters are left to sell much of £4 billion HBOS rights issue Jul 22, 2008
"Underwriters themselves, mostly investment banks, lost a lot of money and they are now much more cautious in taking on the risk," said Adrian Darley, a fund manager at Resolution Asset Management in London. "Some companies will therefore have to think differently how they can raise capital in an environment like this - and one way is through asset sales.". (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Romania defends record on corruption Jul 22, 2008
The British ambassador to Romania, Robin Barnett, criticized that decision this month, claiming Parliament was effectively shielding former politicians, including Prime Minister Adrian Nastase and former transport minister, Miron Mitrea. Barnett said the measures by the Constitutional Court "serve to raise obstacles in the fight against corruption.". (International Herald Tribune)
Roosters serve up a Lam roast Jul 21, 2008
COCKSURE former halfback Adrian Lam's coaching career appears on the slide after the Roosters dumped him as under-20s coach. Lam has been widely touted as an NRL coach of the future but that now seems doubtful after the Chooks hierarchy felt it wiser to replace him with premiership-winning SG Ball coach Scott Murray, who was in charge against the Raiders at Canberra Stadium yesterday. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
On the verge of a record Jul 21, 2008
Austin Reed finished third ahead of Steve Owings and Adrian Shaffer. Mt. Hollys Ricky Stonebraker was sixth and Gardners Jay Galloway eighth. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
O'Brien's beat blog Jul 21, 2008
Carl Jr, why don t you look at some of the other first basemen in the NL: Albert Pujols, Lance Berkman, Derek Lee, Adrian Gonzalez, Ryan Howard you may have heard of them. By bobby. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
'sex' IN the suburbs Jul 18, 2008
This time it was Opening Day starter Joe Blanton, traded to the Philadelphia Phillies for three minor league prospects - second baseman Adrian Cardenas, left-hander Josh Outman and outfielder Matthew Spencer. It's a real estate milepost that would have sounded unbelievable just a year ago: one-fifth of the houses for sale in Santa Clara County today are now priced at less than 450,000. (San Jose Mercury News)
Gold rises near 4-month high Jul 14, 2008
"The political environment is not clear right now. There are still a lot of problems, so I think the downside is not much for the time being,'' said Poon, who pegged support around $US930. Investors buy gold as a hedge against inflation, and fears of military confrontation between Iran and Israel have helped send oil prices to lifetime highs. Volatility in equities and currency markets also drives investors into safe-haven gold. Bullion held by SPDR Gold Trust, the world's largest gold-backed... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Fight lovers 'lured to gay wrestling match' Jul 13, 2008
Posted by: Adrian Jackson of Middle Park Vic 5:23pm July 09, 2008. We welcome your comments on this story. (Melbourne Herald Sun)
Mining to buoy economy Jul 8, 2008
Welcome to The Sydney Morning Herald. Skip directly to: Search Box, , , Text Version. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Venus tops Serena to win fifth Wimbledon title Jul 6, 2008
Adrian Dennis / AFP/Getty ImagesVenus Williams defeated sister Serena 7-5, 6-4 on Saturday to capture the Wimbledontitle without dropping a single set throughout the tournament. Video. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Beckham factor boosts briefs for men Jul 6, 2008
Adrian Edwards, head of buying, menswear and sport at John Lewis, said the store only started stocking Armani underwear this season, but it had already become the second biggest selling brand, with its briefs accounting for more than 40 per cent of sales. Sales of briefs in general at the store rose by 42 per cent in the wake of the Beckham campaign. (Guardian Unlimited -- UK)
No denying Nadal Jul 5, 2008
Adrian Dennis / AFP Getty Images, Clive Brunskill / Getty Images. Special feature. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Dan Nicholl's 'All Black promise' Jul 5, 2008
As you pore over this intently, I'm hurtling back from Dubai, doubtless surrounded by the same screaming infants who checked in with me at Heathrow (I flashed a winning smile at the lady at the check-in counter, and asked for the little monsters to stowed in the hold, but I'm not holding out too much hope); a quick stopover in Cape Town, and I'll be on the first flight out to Durban tomorrow morning, to join Adrian Garvey, Craig Davidson and a host of other fading Sharks legends in their marquee... (iAfrica.com)
Braylon Edwards goes Hollywood Jul 4, 2008
" LIGHTS, CAMERA, ACTION Ya think a healthy Braylon Edwards means something to Cleveland's offense? Entering 2007, the Browns ranked among the NFL's bottom 10 in points per game in all but one of the past eight seasons. -JIM WEBER YEAR PPG RANK 1999 13.6 31 2000 10.1 31 2001 17.8 25 2002 21.5 19 2003 15.9 29 2004 17.2 27 2005 14.5 32 2006 14.9 30 2007 25.1 8 Fashion inspiration can strike him at any time. As Skall pulls out of the Film 44 parking lot and heads crosstown to meeting No. 2, Edwards... (ESPN -- Football News)
The Declaration of Independence Continues to Inspire 232 Years Later Jul 2, 2008
-- Harper Collins - Inspired by the Declaration, a new book has been released called Declare Yourself in which 50 celebrated Americans -- from Adrian Grenier to Amber Tamblyn to Hayden Panettiere to Alice Walker -- share their compelling perspectives on voting and civic involvement in this one-of-a-kind book. Guest edited by actress America Ferrera, this collection of more than fifty essays and unique pieces explores topics ranging from "The First Time I Voted" to "Why the Personal is... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
'One Show' presenters reveal initial dislike Jul 1, 2008
Adrian Chiles and Christine Bleakley of BBC's The One Show have revealed that they initially struggled to get on ... She said: "It's no secret that I didn't like Adrian at all to begin with. I found him intense. And I think, as far as he was concerned, I was a nonentity. But I gave as good as I got and eventually that created a chemistry. I had to prove myself to him.". (Digital Spy)
Even the Fool watches Jun 30, 2008
It's still 1-0, but the play-by-play man Adrian Healey is out of his mind with excitement. He just asked "I hope you (the audience) are lapping this up?" I kinda am, I have to admit. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Not-so-manly look all for a good cause Jun 29, 2008
Adam Cuthbertson is expecting some stick. "Wearing headgear, for starters, isn't always portrayed as the thing a prop should do," Cuthbertson said. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Fantasy: Examining each team's backfield Jun 28, 2008
The rookie out of Arkansas won't be this season's Adrian Peterson, but he is an explosive athlete who should see a prominent offensive role in 2008. We'd target McFadden in the second or third round and wait on Fargas until the middle stanzas. (ESPN -- Football News)
Tiger Woods Is Building A Washington Foundation Jun 27, 2008
Attending Woods's news conference in the front row was Mayor Adrian Fenty, who took a seat just as a banner unfurled showing the Woods Foundation logo, as well as the logo of AT&T. The corporate backing promises the tournament will be one sporting event that doesn't cost the city money, or require a new stadium. "Not that I know of," Fenty said. (Yahoo News -- Philanthropy and Volunteerism)
POWER RANKINGS: D'backs, Phils move in wrong direction Jun 27, 2008
The amazing thing is, his 65 RBI are one shy of NL-leader Adrian Gonzalez. Talk about up and down. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Serena would vote for Obama, but she can't Jun 26, 2008
ADRIAN DENNIS / AFP/Getty ImagesSerena Williams and Venus Williams talk during their first-round doubles match at Wimbledon on Tuesday. Wimbledon on NBC. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Venus starts title defense with win Jun 25, 2008
ADRIAN DENNIS / AFP/Getty ImagesVenus Williams has started her title defense with a 7-6 (5), 6-1 win over British wild card Naomi Cavaday on Centre Court. Wimbledon on NBC. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Embarrassing Dogs cop licking from Bulldogs Jun 22, 2008
auAAP2008-06-22Dogs belted by RaidersAdrian Proszenko at ANZ StadiumLHQMatchReporthttp://www. leaguehq. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
More > Jun 20, 2008
Then the right-hander choked a fastball that squirted past catcher Jose Molina, but the Yankees caught a break when Adrian Gonzalez bolted from third and slid into Chamberlain's legs for the first out. He then struck out Khalil Greene swinging to end the inning. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Divine Mercy Catholic Academy Jun 20, 2008
Saint Francis Prep Jessica Carrion Leonard Insalaco Daniela Reyes Ashley Rodriguez Allison Rondon Ray Sukhu Nick O Leary Adrian Ramjitsingh Chitra Sawh. Christ the King Craig Haney Francisco Chavez Keanno Garcia Haroun Samsair. (Queens Chronicle, NY)
Paul Johnson's summer: setting a template Jun 19, 2008
Adrian Peterson once redshirted, and Johnson said of the former GSU running back, I guarantee you he was better as a fifth-year senior than he would have been as a freshman. Well, if you put it that way, I can hardly disagree. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Pop Tarts: Love Guru? Jessica Alba Left Mike Myers Gasping on Set Jun 18, 2008
Pop Tarts also spotted heaps of other Hollywood hotties hobnobbing between the plush VIP lounges, including the likes of Adrian Grenier, Audrina Patridge, Tara Reid and Hayden Panettiere. Pretty impressive that such a relatively unknown young gal can bring so many big names to her bash. (Fox News)
Rogers' blog Jun 18, 2008
I know he didn t like umpire Adrian Johnson s strike zone or the called strike three in his first at-bat. The second at-bat, he struck out swinging, probably because he figured he d better hack or it d be an out anyway. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Ovechkin honored Jun 15, 2008
Alex Ovechkin, left, received the key to the city from Washington Mayor Adrian M. Fenty, right ... Mayor Adrian M. Fenty laughed and clapped and didn't mind a bit, even though the hundreds of fans chanting "M-V-P!" would have been more than ready to elect the Washington Capitals star to any office of his choosing on the spot. (News & Observer -- Sports)
From the Sidelines: A YouTube sports Top 10 Jun 14, 2008
Run of the mill football fans likely don t know the name of Arizona Cardinals safety Adrian Wilson. But a lot of YouTubers do. (Demopolis Times, AL)
MVP Ovechkin gets key to Washington D.C. Jun 14, 2008
Mayor Adrian M. Fenty laughed and clapped and didn't mind a bit, even though the hundreds of fans chanting "M-V-P!'' would have been more than ready to elect the Washington Capitals star to any office of his choosing on the spot.advertisementOvechkin was feted like royalty in Washington on Friday, honored as the city's first MVP in a major North American professional sports league since Joe Theismann of the Washington Redskins in 1983. The 22-year-old left wing won both the Hart Trophy (MVP) and... (MSNBC -- Sports)
A.O. receives key to Washington Jun 14, 2008
Mayor Adrian M. Fenty laughed and clapped and didn't mind a bit, even though the hundreds of fans chanting "M-V-P!" would have been more than ready to elect the star to any office of his choosing on the spot. Ovechkin was feted like royalty in Washington on Friday, honored as the city's first MVP in a major North American professional sports league since Joe Theismann of the Washington Redskins in 1983. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NHL)
Organic Television Jun 14, 2008
Photograph of Adrian Grenier copyright BBC America and Discovery Networks International. Join the Fray: our reader discussion forum What did you think of this article. (Slate)
GAME REPORT: Diamondbacks 5, Mets 4 (10 inn.) Jun 13, 2008
06/12/2008 - 6:36 PM - Click reload often for latest version. Major League Baseball. (USA Today -- Sports)
War crimes court indefinitely postpones start of trial for Congo ex-warlord Jun 11, 2008
Presiding judge Adrian Fulford said Wednesday the reasoning for the postponement will be published within a week, and the judges did not want to give a partial explanation. On Tuesday, Fulford pressed the prosecution to let the judges see documents it is withholding. (International Herald Tribune -- Arts)
French start tough campaign without talismanic Zidane Jun 9, 2008
Coach Victor Piturca will attempt to catch the French on the counter-attack with proven finisher Adrian Mutu, who has scored 17 goals in his last 20 qualifying matches. France are likely to take a cautious approach. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Expect a bit of everything when Europe's best collide Jun 8, 2008
Local Hero: Adrian Mutu, the former Chelsea player busted for cocaine use. The Boss: Victor Piturca. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Welcome to Planet Green Jun 8, 2008
Instead, they will see celebrities such as Tommy Lee, Ludacris, Tom Bergeron, and Adrian Grenier and absolutely no lectures, promises Eileen ONeill, the networks president. Planet Green switched on Wednesday evening and runs counter to type. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
France coach wants to avoid fall in lake Jun 8, 2008
" SOLID DEFENCE Romania, who won their qualifying group ahead of Netherlands, have a solid defence well protected by defensive midfielder and captain Cristian Chivu. Coach Victor Piturca will attempt to catch the French on the counter-attack with proven finisher Adrian Mutu, who has scored 17 goals in his last 20 qualifying matches. France are likely to take a cautious approach. "Our strength has to come from the back," said midfielder Claude Makelele, who is likely to be paired with Jeremy... (International Herald Tribune)
PALM ride bringing 700 bikes Jun 5, 2008
According to Jeff DiCenzo of Adrian, one of two site coordinators for the Dowagiac stop, "early birds" will reach Dowagiac about noon, with the first 100 arriving by 1 and another 150 between 1 and 2, 200 the following hour and the remaining 250 between 3 and 5 p.m.. He came through town May 24. (Dowagiac News, MI)
Death of the gas-guzzler Jun 4, 2008
drive blog: Death of the gas guzzler. Death of the gas guzzler. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Planet Green TV debuting as 'eco-tainment' Jun 3, 2008
Instead, they'll see celebrities such as Tommy Lee, Ludacris, Tom Bergeron and Adrian Grenier and absolutely no lectures, promises Eileen O'Neill, the network's president. Planet Green switches on Wednesday at 6 p.m. ET and runs counter to type. (MSNBC -- Environment)
Lindsay Lohan talks about her troubled life Jun 1, 2008
She insists she is not seeing anybody (which flies in the face of those rumours about louche Sam Ronson and her supposed dalliance with Adrian Grenier of Entourage). Her best friend now, the one she trusts with her life, who would that be. (Times Online)
The pip parade Jun 1, 2008
According to Professor Adrian North: 'It is widely acknowledged within the scientific community that music affects behaviour, but this is the first time it has been scientifically proven that music can affect perception in other senses and change the way wine tastes. . (Guardian Unlimited)
Is Montreal the real art capital of Canada? May 31, 2008
Likewise, the British-born artist Adrian Norvid, who is showing a giant cartoon drawing of the Hermit Hamlet Hotel, an alternative getaway for deadbeat longhairs with hillbilly affectations. (One slogan reads Recluse. (Globe and Mail)
Summer DVDviewing guide May 27, 2008
Adrian Pasdar stars as a man who gets "turned" by a woman, then has a week to prove to the vampire gang she runs with (and to himself) that he really wants to be one of them. Includes one of the all-time great vampire-movie scenes, in which the gang lays waste to a roadhouse - and the hillbillies and other movie archetypes inside it, as well. (AZCentral -- Entertainment)
McLaren's attention remains on winning May 27, 2008
They play this game with passion," he said. "You see [Adrian] Beltre and some of these guys. You can tell if has an effect on them. (MLB.com -- Seattle Mariners)
McLaren driver Hamilton reigns in wet conditions May 26, 2008
Force India's Adrian Sutil lost what would have been a superb fourth in an unfancied car when Raikkonen cannoned into the back of the German on lap 68, forcing his retirement. This all left Hamilton on top of the title race again for the first time since the season opening race in Australia. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Diagnosing Team Schizo May 24, 2008
I don t see anyway we include Rohrbough in a deal for Maddux unless Adrian Gonzalez or Jake Peavy is included. Rohrbough is such an amazing talent. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Big Brother database for phones and e-mails May 21, 2008
Adrian Ramsey, London ... Adrian Gilbert, Tonbridge. (Times Online)
Sharks to play Waratahs May 18, 2008
SHARKS 47 (Ryan Kankowski 2 Ruan Pienaar Adrian Jacobs Bismarck du Plessis Steven Sykes Odwa Ndungane tries, Rory Kockott 6 cons) bt CHIEFS 25 (Faifili Levave Mils Muliaina Viliame Waqaseduadua tries, Stephen Donald 2 cons 2 pens) at Absa Stadium, Durban. Reuters. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Sound off: British indie invasion continues, but will it last? May 14, 2008
The outcome of the studio reunion of Gibbons, guitarist Adrian Utley and programmer, turntablist and mixer extraordinaire Geoff Barrow will make you smile and will fill your lungs with the breathe you ve held since 1997. The world now gets to hear an album that built more than a decade of anticipation. (Kingston Mariner, MA)
Larger than life May 13, 2008
The artist walks Adrian Searle through it. Tuesday May 13, 2008. (Guardian Unlimited -- Arts)
