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Boss should be ready to go, and could have a good outing for fantasy owners - as the Chargers' defense has given up four touchdowns to tight ends over seven games.

The Giants expect Bradshaw to play, and he could make a nice flex option while the club tries to exploit the Chargers' 27th ranked run defense.

Merriman notched his first two sacks of the season last weekend against the rival Raiders, but will be facing a much better team on Sunday - meaning expectations should be tempered in IDP leagues.

Ngata has not practiced all week while nursing a sprained ankle, but rates his chances of playing at "8 or 9." He is a solid defensive end, and will be needed by Baltimore while trying to slow down running back Cedric Benson.

Mathis is expected to start Sunday's home game against the Chiefs. The star cornerback will provide a boost to the Jaguars' 26th ranked pass defense after missing Week 8.

The club will instead pay the outfielder a $1MM buyout. Kearns is good defensively, but leaves a bit to be desired with his bat, as he only hit .195 in 2009.

The news came from Manny's agent Scott Boras. The elite outfielder holds a $20MM option, and will apparently exercise it.

This news comes after the Sox traded Chris Getz and Josh Fields to Kansas City to acquire Mark Teahen, who will start at third base.

Hacker failed to impress the Pirates with a 6.00 ERA and 2.00 WHIP over three innings of relief in 2009.

Vasquez split the 2009 campaign between the Pirates and Triple-A. He held a 2-5 record and a 5.84 ERA over 14 appearances with Pittsburgh, seven as a starter. He was 7-4 with a 3.93 ERA over 19 outings (all starts) for Indianapolis.

Martin's X-rays at halftime were inconclusive, and he did not return to action. He will be re-evaluated tomorrow, and could miss some time.

The rookie reached 20 points for the first time this season, and his fantasy stock should continue to rise.

The star center picked up his second straight double-double, and averages 16.5 points and 11.5 boards over the span. Bogut should remain a solid starter for fantasy owners as long as he can avoid the injury bug.

Anthony is yet to record a double-double, but topped 30 points in four of six games.

Wade failed to impress while coming off a 40-point performance at Washington, but still had a good outing for fantasy owners.

Versteeg scored in three straight games, with two goals and three assists over the span. The rising star will try to extend his streak Monday against the Kings.

O'Reilly scored his fourth goal and 14th point over 17 games. The 18-year-old center is off to a great start for Colorado, and looks to be the real deal following tonight's performance against a tough opponent.

Raymond scored in five straight games, with four goals and two assists over the span. The 24-year-old winger has great speed with improving puck control, and he is worth a look as a flier if still dangling on the waiver wire.

Richards scored in seven straight games, with three goals and seven assists over the span. The veteran center will aim to extend his streak Saturday at Minnesota.

The rising star is performing well for fantasy owners right now, as he scored in four of his last five games, with two goals and six assists over the span.

Burton wrecked in the first practice session for the Nationwide race on the exit of Turn 2. The swap was precautionary, and Burton is expected to be fine for the Cup race. However, fantasy owners should remember to remove Burton from their Nationwide lineups.

The organization is reportedly considering a switch from Chevroley to Toyota, but the nothing has been finalized. With GM's financial issues, a move to Toyota offers the organization more security. However, Teresa Earnhardt is apparently holding up the swap because she is worried about going with a non-American manufacturer.

In 2008, Townley finished seventh in the ARCA Series standings. The 19-year-old driver is 24th in the Nationwide standings this year, having competed in 23 of 32 events. It is unknown what his car number will be, but Zaxby is expected to be the sponsor.

Rumors have swirled around a possible NASCAR ride for Patrick for several months now, but this deal appears to be almost a done deal. Patrick, who recently signed an extension with Andretti Green Racing is sure to attract plenty of sponsorship offers in NASCAR.

Stremme was 31st in points through 33 races this year so there was no reason not to make the switch. Keselowski will continue to drive for JR Motorsports in the Nationwide Series for the rest of this season, before taking over duties in the No. 12 full-time in 2010. Fantasy owners should feel free to utilize Keselowski down the stretch this year in both series.

Woods has finished in 2nd place at the HSBC Champions twice before. After consecutive holes failing to make birdie with a wedge in his hand, he knocked in a 10-foot birdie on the ninth and was on his way. He reached the par-5 18th in two for one last birdie to catch Watney (70) at 10-under 134. They were one shot clear of Mickelson, Ryan Moore (69) and Alvaro Quiros. Anthony Kim and Pat Perez reside one stroke off that group, giving golf fans a wonderful environment to watch and enjoy this weekend.

He birdied his first two holes from inside 10 feet, then hit a hybrid where he wasn't aiming on the par-5 14th. He was playing away from the flag -- and the water guarding the right side -- pushed it slightly and was relieved to see it settle 30 feet behind the hole. He made the putt for eagle and turned in 31, then fired off four straight birdies while building a two-shot lead. Matt Kuchar and Pat Perez were among those at 68, while Phil Mickelson, Jason Dufner and Brian Gay checked in at 69. Of the top 20 on the leaderboard through the opening round, nine were Americans.

A five-year tour pro, Moore takes over an equity ownership role with the company and has various performance incentives built into his contract. In exchange, he will use irons and wedges from Scratch Golf, while also wearing its logo on his clothing and golf bag. Moore is currently competing at the WGC-HSBC Champions tournament in Shanghai and wasn't immediately available for comment. He opened with a first-round 6-under 66 for a share of second place, two strokes behind leader Nick Watney.

Golf Australia said Norman will also sit out his signature event in Florida, the Shark Shootout, in the week after the Australian Open. Geoff Ogilvy, Adam Scott and John Daly are entered in the Australian Open, the second of three tournaments on the Australian late-year circuit.

Kim has been one of the most traveled players in the game this season, filing cards in Australia, Malaysia, Spain, China, New Zealand, and (of course) England and America. He is one of six US-based golfers to join the European Tour to join the Race for Dubai, a series of events that will invite the top 60 on the money leaders list to qualify. Of the six golfers from the States to join the fight, Kim, Geoff Ogilvy, and Camilo Villegas are the only to make that top 60. Kim will not be repalced in the Dubai World Championship.