MLB: Utley signs on to stay with Phillies
Chase Utley and the Phillies agreed to a contract that could keep the five-time All-Star second baseman in Philadelphia through at least the 2015 season, two people familiar with the deal told the Associated Press.
The deal reportedly is worth around $27 million with multiple vesting options.
In Houston, Stephen Drew hit a three-run homer in the top of the ninth to rally the Red Sox to a 7-5 win over the Astros.
In Cleveland, Prince Fielder hit a two-run double in the 14th inning as the Tigers won their 11th straight, 6-5.
In San Diego, Chris Davis hit his major league-best 41st homer in Baltimore’s four-run eighth inning, helping the Orioles beat the Padres, 10-3.
In Washington, Jason Heyward singled and Justin Upton doubled in a three-run eighth inning as the Braves capped a three-game sweep over the Nationals with a 6-3 win.
HOOPS: Muhammad booted from rookie program
Timberwolves guard Shabazz Muhammad was sent home from the NBA’s Rookie Transition Program after, according to USA Today, the rookie brought a female guest into his hotel room, which violated a rule.
Mike Poole, a Queens product and Rutgers transfer, received a legislative relief waiver from the NCAA to play his senior year for Iona. —Zach Braziller
ETC.: Revis unsure he’ll be ready for opener
Darrelle Revis isn’t predicting if he will be ready to play in Tampa Bay’s season opener, but the Buccaneers remain optimistic he will. The three-time All-Pro cornerback missed most of last season with the Jets because of a torn ACL.
Former Jets offensive lineman Brandon Moore backed out of a deal with the Cowboys and plans to retire.
In Miami Gardens, Fla., Cristiano Ronaldo scored a pair of dazzling goals, lifting Real Madrid to a 3-1 victory over Chelsea in the final of the Guinness International Champions Cup.