BOSTON -- Mariano Rivera has jogged from the right-field bullpen to the Fenway
Park mound a number of times in his 18-year career.
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Red Sox fans on Saturday. Rivera entered to a nice ovation and worked a
scoreless ninth inning for his 31st save, closing out a strong effort by New
Yorks pitchers that carried the Yankees to a 5-2 victory. "I always love to
pitch here, always," the 43-year old Rivera said. "Yankee Stadiums home, but I
love to come here. Its a great atmosphere. Weve played big games here. Its
always good." Lyle Overbay and Brett Gardner each collected three hits and drove
in a run to back Hiroki Kurodas seven strong innings. David Robertson worked a
scoreless eighth, setting the stage for Rivera, the All-Star game MVP. "That
doesnt surprise me," Overbay said of Riveras ovation. "He deserves it. I think
everybodys embracing what hes done as a pitcher, so its well-deserving and shows
you the respect they have for him." Rivera could smile when he was reminded
about a standing ovation he got on opening day in 2005, the year after Boston
rallied from a 3-0 deficit against New York in the American League Championship
series en route to the World Series title. "Thats what happened," he said. The
victory snapped a three-game losing streak for the injury-riddled Yankees, who
hope to be bolstered by the return of captain Derek Jeter and Alex Rodriguez
soon. Mike Carp had three hits and scored a run for the Red Sox. It was just
Bostons second loss in its last 11 games in Fenway. In a matchup of veteran
right-handers, Kuroda and John Lackey both mostly relied on fastballs in the low
90s with hard sliders to go along with outstanding control. The pair combined
for just one walk -- by Kuroda -- and threw a high percentage of strikes. "It
was a close game all along, so I had to be careful with my pitches," Kuroda said
through a translator. "But when they gave me the run support, I think I was able
to be more bold." Kuroda (9-6) gave up two runs and five hits, striking out four
with a pair of wild pitches -- one that led to a run. Robinson Cano added two
RBIs. "I think what was most impressive was, in these conditions, to be able to
touch 95 in the sixth, seventh innings against the meat of our order when he
needed it," Boston manager John Farrell said of the 38-year-old Kuroda. "Hes a
very good pitcher and had a good day today." The game was tight when Lackey left
with a pair of runners on, trailing 2-0 in the seventh. New York then built its
lead to 4-0 in the inning on consecutive RBI singles by Cano and Overbay against
reliever Matt Thornton. Lackey (7-7) was charged with four runs on 10 hits in 6
1-3 innings, striking out seven. It snapped a stretch of six consecutive starts
when he allowed two or fewer runs, and was just the third time in his 17 starts
this season hes given up more than three. "With how good their guy pitched, it
doesnt really matter," Lackey said of being in a tight game. "Im kind of used to
it. A lot of mine have been like that this year. Its kind of been fun."
Jonny Gomes had a sacrifice fly and Carp scored on Kurodas wild pitch, cutting
it to 4-2 in the seventh. Pitching in sweltering conditions with a game-time
temperature of 91 with oppressive humidity, the pair battled through four
scoreless innings until New York took a 1-0 lead in the fifth on Gardners
two-out, RBI single. It appeared the Yankees had squandered a good chance when
they had a runner cut down at the plate on Luis Cruzs grounder to short. But
Cruz, who reached on the fielders choice on the play, advanced on a wild pitch
before Gardners soft liner up the middle just got past the glove of diving
second baseman Dustin Pedroia. Eduardo Nunez had a leadoff single, stole second,
and was sacrificed, but was thrown out by Stephen Drew. Cruzs RBI single made it
2-0 in the seventh before Cano and Overbay added their hits. Boston also had a
runner nailed at the plate when Carp was tagged out by Kuroda in the fifth,
ending the inning after his pitch ticked off the glove of catcher Stewart and
about 20 feet behind the plate. NOTES: Farrell said before the game that OF
Shane Victorino "felt better than I think he expected to feel" after leaving
Fridays game with left hamstring tightness. Farrell also said "we expect him
back in the lineup (Sunday)." ... Boston moved LHP Jon Lester back a few days
and will send right-hander Ryan Dempster (5-8, 4.24 ERA) in the series finale
against the Yankees CC Sabathia (9-8, 4.07 ERA) on Sunday night. ... Count
Sabathia as one that really enjoyed the four-day All-Star break. In fact, he
didnt even know that teammate Cano got plunked on the right knee in the
midsummer classic until he heard from one of the coaches before his flight to
Boston. "I was just hoping he didnt come in on crutches," he said, smiling. "It
was good to get the four days. I got away from baseball. As far as anything
going on (with the All-Star game or Home Run Derby), I didnt know anything." ...
At the Yankees complex in Tampa, Fla., C Francisco Cervelli (right hand and
elbow) said he has started hitting drills in an indoor cage and OF
Curtis Granderson (broken pinkie), expected back early next month, ran the bases
during a simulated game but did not hit. He is taking batting practice. ... The
start was delayed 21 minutes because of a threat of thunderstorms in the area.
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nine-time Big 12 champion Jayhawks are positioning themselves for another title,
as they have run out to a flawless 6-0 mark in conference play thus far.
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Cher France . Vettel was 0.168 seconds faster than Red Bull
teammate Mark Webber around the Suzuka circuit. Mercedes driver Nico Rosberg was
two tenths of a second off Vettel. "The car balance is decent, but I think we
can still improve," Vettel said.
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former Kansas City Chiefs players who were on the team between 1987 and 1993
filed a lawsuit Tuesday claiming the team hid and even lied about the risks of
head injuries during that time period when there was no collective bargaining
agreement in place in the NFL. FOXBOROUGH, Mass. -- If Tom Brady becomes the
NFLs all-time winningest quarterback on Sunday, he will do it without the guy
whos been on the receiving end of most of his touchdown passes.The Patriots
(9-2) will be without tight end Rob Gronkowski this week when they host the
struggling Los Angeles Rams (4-7) in their final regular-season matchup with an
NFC opponent.Gronkowski was slated to undergo surgery for a herniated disk in
his back this week, a person with knowledge of the details told The Associated
Press. He will likely to be out for eight weeks or more, putting his return for
this season in jeopardy.The Super Bowl is Feb. 5 in Houston, should the Patriots
get that far.With 200 victories, Brady is tied with Peyton Manning for the most
wins by a quarterback.But Brady started off the week by missing a day of
practice with a knee issue. Tight end Martellus Bennett also missed a practice
with both ankle and shoulder issues.Its created some vulnerability for New
England, which entered the week as a two-touchdown favorite over a Los Angeles
team that is coming off a 49-21 loss at New Orleans .But Patriots receiver Chris
Hogan, limited in practice this week with a sore back, said the injuries wouldnt
affect their approach.Were gonna go out there every single week -- next-man
mentality, Hogan said. Theres a lot of weapons on this team and we play well
together, so whoevers out there were gonna go out and play our best. Whoever it
is.Though Brady has discovered new options in both Bennett and Hogan this
season, hes thrown 67 of his 446 touchdown passes to Gronk -- more than hes
thrown any other player.It is behind only Philip Rivers and Antonio Gates (82)
for the most connections between a quarterback and tight end in NFL
history.Despite their many issues the Rams enter Sunday ranked ninth in the NFL
in total defense, giving up just 339.8 yards per game.Their passing defense is
even better. Its ranked seventh in the league, allowing only 227.5 yards through
the air.In addition, punter Johnny Hekker has limited teams to a 4.5 yards
average per return, while ranking second in the league with a 44.9 net yards per
punt average.Rams coach Jeff Fisher acknowledged earlier this week that Gronk
was an impact player for the Patriots, adding well see when it comes to his
health. But he said he expected Brady to be Brady.I can assure you that Tom is
going to show up, he always does week after weekk after week, Fisher said.
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lot of practice reps, he said. Were not going to be misled by the lack of
practice as far as the quarterback is concerned.Here are some other things to
watch for on Sunday:HUMBLED DEFENSE: The Rams defense had been in the midst of
another strong season until the past 64:02.Theyve given up 63 points in that
stretch, including two late touchdowns by the Miami Dolphins and that 49-point
thrashing from New Orleans.Facing Brady and coach Bill Belichick isnt a great
place to start over, but the veteran-laden unit is confident it can get its
groove back.We definitely were mad about it, and disappointed, defensive lineman
Aaron Donald said. But we know what weve got to do. Weve got to eliminate the
mistakes, and weve got to play better. Thats not the way we play. We know
that.LIFE ON THE ROAD: The Rams are making the final cross-country road trip and
10 a.m. Pacific start in their tumultuous season, which began with relocation
from St. Louis to LA.After spending their entire offseason moving among several
locations for offseason activities, the Rams are traveling an NFL-high 32,072
miles this season, including a trip to London.Fisher mentions the Rams year of
upheaval when asked about his own job security, but doesnt use it as an excuse
for their slump.I dont look over my shoulder, Fisher said. Im not concerned
about my job. I have a great relationship with (owner) Stan (Kroenke). He
understands the difficulties that were placed on this organization, as far as
the move is concerned, and Im moving forward optimistically with this
team.GREETINGS: DE Chris Long spent his first eight NFL seasons with the Rams
before they released him in February, depriving the franchise of a loquacious
personality who likely would have been a hit in Hollywood.Long has settled in
splendidly with the Patriots, and his former teammates are eager to see him.Of
all the places where one would think that hed have a chance to be successful, it
would be New England, Fisher said.---AP Sports Writer Greg Beacham in Los
Angeles contributed to this report.---Follow Kyle Hightower on Twitter at
http://www.twitter.com/khightower---For more NFL coverage:
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