Twins' Radke Wins 16th Game

Minnesota's Brad Radke has tied Toronto's Roger Clemens for the major-league lead in pitching victories. Radke won his 12th straight start last night, as the Twins downed the visiting Toronto Blue Jays, 9-3. Radke improved to 16-5 this season. He allowed two unearned runs and five hits over seven innings. Greg Colbrunn came off the bench in the fifth inning to hit his second career grand slam to lead the Minnesota offense. In other AL results: Cleveland defeated Detroit, 7-2; New York edged Kansas City, 5-4; Boston blasted Texas, 11-5; and Milwaukee bested Anaheim, 5-2.

Smoltz, Braves Blank Pirates

Atlanta's John Smoltz displayed his Cy Young award-winning form in the Braves' 6-0 victory last night over the Pirates in Pittsburgh. Smoltz allowed four hits, struck out nine and retired 12 batters in a row at one point. Smoltz has struggled this season after winning the Cy Young award last season. He improved to 10-9 on the season. Smoltz has two shutouts this season and 11 in his career. Andruw Jones belted a two-run homer in the sixth to support Smoltz's cause. In other NL results: Florida downed Houston, 4-1; San Francisco pounded Cincinnati, 9-1; Philadelphia defeated Colorado, 7-3; and New York beat St. Louis, 4-2.

Switzer 'Embarrassed' By Arrest

Dallas Cowboys head coach Barry Switzer says an "innocent, honest" mistake led to his arrest on gun possession charges. Switzer was taken into custody yesterday after authorities found a loaded pistol in his carry-on luggage at Dallas-Forth Worth International Airport. The offense is a third-degree felony punishable by two to 10 years in prison and a fine of up to $10,000. Switzer says he put the gun in his travel bag because children were visiting his home and he wanted to keep it out of their hands. Switzer claims he forgot about the gun and carried it by mistake when he left for the airport. Switzer calls the incident "embarrassing."

Elway Hurt in Preseason Game

Denver quarterback John Elway suffered an arm injury in the Broncos' 38-19 preseason loss to the Miami Dolphins in Mexico City last night. Elway sustained a partially torn right bicep in the first quarter and did not return. Miami's Dan Marino threw a touchdown pass and Craig Erickson added two more before 104,629 fans. Elway wasn't the only casualty in the game. Miami middle linebacker Zach Thomas broke his left leg and Denver defensive end Neil Smith suffered a bruised right knee.

Chargers' Seau Has Surgery

The San Diego Chargers say linebacker Junior Seau has undergone arthroscopic surgery on his left knee and could miss the team's season opener against the New England Patriots. The club says Seau is expected to miss up to four weeks. The six-time Pro Bowl linebacker sustained the injury in a preseason game Saturday against San Francisco.

Saleaumua Headed to Seahawks?

The Seattle Seahawks reportedly are adding some more talent to their defensive front. ESPN is reporting that free agent defensive tackle Dan Saleaumua has agreed to terms with the Seahawks on a three-year contract worth up to $4.8 million. The eight-year veteran was released by the Kansas City Chiefs last week in a salary cap-related move. Seattle already has one of the NFL's top defensive tackle tandems in Cortez Kennedy and Sam Adams.

Angels Place Edmonds on DL

The Anaheim Angels have placed center fielder Jim Edmonds on the 15-day disabled list with a strained right lower rib cage. The move is retroactive to last Saturday. Edmonds is batting .296 with 18 homers and 60 RBI. To fill his roster spot, the Angels activated designated hitter Eddie Murray from the disabled list. In other injury news, the Pittsburgh Pirates say first baseman Kevin Young will have surgery to repair a torn ligament in his right thumb and will miss six to eight weeks. In addition, the Cincinnati Reds say first baseman Hal Morris has undergone arthroscopic surgery on his right shoulder and will be sidelined two to four weeks.

Indians Place Hershiser on DL

The Cleveland Indians have placed right-hander Orel Hershiser on the 15-day disabled list with a lower back strain. The move is retroactive to July 29th. Hershiser is 9-5 with a 4.96 ERA in 23 starts for the Indians this season.

76ers Upset at Iverson

Officials with the Philadelphia 76ers are expressing disappointment at guard Allen Iverson's arrest on drug possession and weapons charges. Owner Pat Croce said yesterday he is upset and bothered by Iverson's alleged actions. Last season's NBA Rookie of the Year was arrested early Sunday in Virginia. He was charged with misdemeanor possession of less than one-half ounce of marijuana and possession of a weapon while in possession of a controlled substance. Philadelphia Coach Larry Brown says NBA players must learn to be responsible. Iverson's lawyer says the guard plans to make a statement on the matter today.

Bruins Sign NHL Draft Top Pick

The Boston Bruins say they have agreed to terms on a three-year contract with center Joe Thornton, the first overall pick in the June NHL draft. Nicknamed "Big Bird," the 18-year-old Thornton had 41 goals and 81 assists in 59 games for his junior team last season. In another NHL development, the St. Louis Blues have re-signed restricted free agent center Pierre Turgeon, the No. 1 overall pick in 1987, to a one-year contract. In addition, the Montreal Canadiens have re-signed restricted free agent left winger Brian Savage to a one-year contract.

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