Vikings strike deal with women’s sportswear company
The Minnesota Vikings and women's active wear marketer Activa announced a five-year deal to outfit the team with its purple tops and spandex pants. The Vikings originally unveiled new threads from Reebok in April but because players complained those uniforms were "too rugged," the team switched to Activa.
Cubs lose for 90th time
The Cubs lost to Jamie Moyer and the Philadelphia Phillies 4-1 Tuesday night, with their lone run coming on a Matt Murton homer in the sixth. Cubs starter Wade Miller gave up four hits and two runs over 4 2/3 innings as the Cubs lost for the 90th time this year.
Thomas, A’s put big hurt on White Sox
As the White Sox struggle to keep up with the Detroit Tigers and Minnesota Twins down the stretch, their once-solid pitching continues to put them further out of playoff contention.
Ramirez helps Cubs beat Phillies
Aramis Ramirez hit a pair of three-run home runs Monday night, leading the Cubs to an 11-6 victory over the Philadelphia Phillies.
Lions torch Bears defense for TD
The trash-talking Detroit Lions didn't exactly back up their words Sunday afternoon versus the Bears, but they did manage one impressive drive, the first of its kind against the Bears defense this season. It resulted in Jon Kitna's one-yard TD scamper that cut the Bears lead to 17 points. Chicago held on to the lead however, winning 34-7 at Soldier Field.
Cubs win two games
Despite winning two games this weekend, things went from god-awful to laughably distressing for the Cubs, who have had a year full of bad luck and injuries.
Mike Martz proposes to Az-Zahir Hakim
Detroit Lions offensive coordinator Mike Martz and wide receiver Az-Zahir Hakim announced their engagement last night. The two revived their partnership in Detroit after a five-year seperation. Wedding details have not been made available.
