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Cubs acquire pitcher Rich Harden from Athletics (AP)

AP - One day after the Milwaukee Brewers landed an ace, the Chicago Cubs answered. Intent on ending their 100-year drought without a World Series title, the NL Central leaders acquired talented right-hander Rich Harden in a six-player deal with the Oakland Athletics on Tuesday.

Truex fined 150 points for failing inspection (AP)

AP - Martin Truex's bid to make the Chase for the championship took a severe hit Tuesday when NASCAR penalized his Dale Earnhardt Inc. team 150 points for bringing an illegal car to Daytona.

Imprisoned Vick files for bankruptcy protection (AP)

AP - Imprisoned quarterback Michael Vick filed for bankruptcy protection while serving time for federal dogfighting charges, saying he owes between $10 million and $50 million to creditors.

Jeter delivers, Pettitte pitches Yanks past Rays (AP)

AP - Derek Jeter delivered with his bat and glove, backing a determined effort by Andy Pettitte that led the New York Yankees to a much-needed, 5-0 win over the Tampa Bays Rays on Tuesday night.

Opt out costs A-Rod $200,000 in All-Star bonuses (AP)

AP - Alex Rodriguez's decision to opt out of his contract last October cost him $200,000 in All-Star bonuses from the New York Yankees this year.

Financier bids for majority interest in Steelers (AP)

AP - A deal could be reached within days to sell a majority interest in the Pittsburgh Steelers to the chairman of a Pittsburgh-based investment firm, taking control of the NFL franchise away from the Rooney family.

Elton Brand the primary focus as NBA free agency begins (The Sporting News)
The Sporting News - Wednesday, it all becomes official. The salary cap number will be set, players can sign, press conferences can be held, and members of the league's various front offices can speak openly about free agency. Yippee!

Brandon Webb wins major league leading 13th game (AP)

AP - Brandon Webb earned his major league leading 13th win, pitching six scoreless innings in the Arizona Diamondbacks' 2-0 victory over the Washington Nationals on Tuesday night.

Scolari backs Lampard to stay in Chelsea (AFP)

AFP - Luiz Felipe Scolari capped a confident public debut in his new role as Chelsea boss by revealing that he expects Frank Lampard to stay at the club.

Lightning sign veteran forward Recchi, 2 others (AP)

AP - Mark Recchi signed with the Tampa Bay Lightning on Tuesday, part of a massive roster overhaul for a team with new owners and a new coach after finishing with the worst record in the NHL.

Lawson's court appearance delayed until August 5 (AP)

AP - North Carolina point guard Ty Lawson's traffic case has been continued for another month.

Amritraj rallies to advance on Newport grass (AFP)

AFP - India's Prakash Amritraj, the son of retired tennis star Vijay Amritraj, rallied to win his first-round match here Tuesday at the 385,000-dollar ATP Hall of Fame Championships.

Shoal Creek preparing for US Junior Amateur (AP)
AP - Shoal Creek is gearing up to host the U.S. Junior Amateur Championship, its first major event since the 1990 PGA Championship was marred by racial controversy.