The Boston Red Sox got the big bat they were looking for, acquiring All-Star slugger Victor Martinez from the Cleveland Indians on Friday.

Notre Dame coach Charlie Weis says the Fighting Irish program was offended by derogatory comments made by Hawaii coach Greg McMackin but has accepted his apology and will move on.

Boxer Arturo Gatti's body has been exhumed, and the Quebec coroner's office will perform a new autopsy at his family's request.

Looking for leadership and a right-handed hitter, the Cincinnati Reds got Scott Rolen from the Toronto Blue Jays on Friday in a swap of third basemen.

Jake Peavy has finally agreed to pitch for the Chicago White Sox. The San Diego Padres traded their ace to the White Sox on Friday, barely beating the deadline to make deals without waivers.

Longtime Colts assistant coaches Tom Moore and Howard Mudd are returning from retirement.

The NHL is investigating Marian Hossa's 12-year, $62.8 million contract with the Chicago Blackhawks.

The New York Yankees acquired infielder Jerry Hairston Jr. from the Cincinnati Reds on Friday, giving them a versatile player who has appeared at six positions this season.

Adam LaRoche is headed back to the Atlanta Braves, and Casey Kotchman is returning to the American League.