Puig, Dodgers beat Giants 8-1 behind 5 triples    

Yasiel Puig tied a franchise record with three triples and added a double and two RBIs as the Los Angeles Dodgers moved within a half-game of NL West-leading San Francisco by beating the Giants 8-1 on Friday night.    

Boston Red Sox pitcher Jon Lester said Friday night that he would not be surprised if the Sox elect to trade him before Thursday’s deadline, but said he would still be open to re-signing with the club as a free agent.    

The Los Angeles Dodgers are going to Option No. 4 in their quest to find an every-day center fielder.    

David Price won his sixth start in a row, Evan Longoria hit a three-run double and the Tampa Bay Rays earned their eighth straight victory, beating the Boston Red Sox 6-4 on Friday night.    

Johnny Manziel admitted he made “rookie mistakes” this offseason and added he needs to do a better when it comes to acting like a professional.    

Early Friday morning, an Edmonton Eskimos fan claimed one of the largest jackpots in 50-50 raffle sports history.    

New Orleans Saints quarterback says he thinks he can continue to play at a high level for another 10 years.    

It appears David Ortiz will not miss his rematch against David Price after all.    

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers announce Friday that the team and veteran guard Carl Nicks have “mutually agreed” to part ways.