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Raikkonen marks F1 return with fastest test session

JEREZ, Spain (AP) -- Kimi Raikkonen's Formula One comeback with Lotus started perfectly when the former world champion was fastest on the first day of preseason testing.

Organizers have petitions to restore Fighting Sioux

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) -- Is it the return of the Fighting Sioux? Supporters of the University of North Dakota's nickname turned in more than 17,000 signatures Tuesday night to cap a petition drive to force a statewide vote on a moniker the NCAA says is insulting to American Indians.

Clips' Billups out for season with torn Achilles

Clippers guard Chauncey Billups suffered a torn left Achilles tendon Monday night and will miss the remainder of the season, the team announced Tuesday.

Luke Winn: Teague looking like floor leader No. 1 Kentucky needs

What we learned from Kentucky's 78-58 win over Florida on Tuesday at Rupp Arena:

Tiger happy headed into Pebble Pro-Am event

Preparing for his first PGA Tour event of the 2012 season, Tiger Woods said Tuesday that a poor final round in Abu Dhabi two weeks ago when he had a chance to win has not deterred him and that he is pleased with the state of his game.

Pierce moves past Bird as Celtics' No. 2 scorer

Paul Pierce passed Larry Bird as the second-leading scorer in Celtics history in Tuesday's game against the Bobcats.

Rangers hire assistant to help support Hamilton

The Rangers announced Tuesday night that Shayne Kelley has been named a major league staff assistant and part of his duties will be to support Josh Hamilton.

Pierce passes Bird for No. 2 on Celtics' points list

BOSTON (AP) -- Paul Pierce has passed Larry Bird for second place on the Boston Celtics' career scoring list.

Marlins to meet with Cespedes, may offer deal

Marlins president David Samson confirmed Tuesday night that his team would meet with Cuban free agent Yoenis Cespedes on Wednesday in Miami and told ESPN.com the club could make Cespedes an offer by the end of the day.

Capitals' Laich plays 2 days after hurting knee

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Brooks Laich played for the Washington Capitals on Tuesday night, just two days after hurting his left knee.

AG pursues change to Sandusky bail conditions

Prosecutors asked Tuesday to have Jerry Sandusky kept indoors as part of his bail conditions, citing complaints that the former Penn State assistant football coach was seen outside and watching children in a schoolyard from the back porch of his home, whe

Shaq OK with Kobe passing him on scoring list

NEW YORK (AP) -- Shaquille O'Neal says he's satisfied being the most dominant Los Angeles Lakers player, and has no problem with former teammate Kobe Bryant passing him on the NBA's career scoring list.

Memphis joining Big East for 2013-14 season

The Big East will announce Wednesday that Memphis is joining the conference in all sports in 2013.

Source: Rangers, Andrus agree to three-year deal

FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) --Shortstop Elvis Andrus and the Texas Rangers have agreed to a three-year contract and avoided salary arbitration.

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