Posted: Friday, 06 November 2009 7:51PM

Bulls' Thomas Out With Broken Arm After Weights Mishap

CHICAGO (Reuters) - Chicago Bulls forward Tyrus Thomas broke his left arm during a weight training workout on Friday and is expected to be sidelined for between four to six weeks.

X-rays confirmed Thomas fractured the radius of his left forearm and will undergo surgery on Saturday the Bulls said on their website (http://www.nba.com/bulls).

In four games this season Thomas has averaged eight points, five rebounds and 21 minutes.

Orioles Hire Showalter As Manager

The Baltimore Orioles have hired Buck Showalter to be their next manager.

After Oswalt Acquisition, Phillies Win Eighth Straight

Wilson Valdez helped Philadelphia celebrate its acquisition of pitcher Roy Oswalt with a game-winning RBI single in the bottom of the 11th inning.

Broncos And Tebow Agree On A Contract

The Denver Broncos and rookie quarterback Tim Tebow agreed to a contract on Thursday, the National Football League team said.

Chargers Ink Gates Through 2015 Season

The Chargers and six-time Pro Bowl tight end Antonio Gates agreed to terms Wednesday.

Kevin Durant Likely To Lead U.S. At World Championships

USA Basketball unveiled a Plan B line-up on Wednesday for next month's world championships.

Alternative Sports Stars Build On "X" Factor

The 16th X Games starts in Los Angeles on Thursday.

NASCAR Owner In Serious Condition After Plane Crash

NASCAR team owner Jack Roush was in serious but stable condition one day after a business jet he was piloting crash-landed at an airport in Oshkosh, Wisconsin.

Pacquiao To Use Political Clout For Olympic Goals

Seven-weight world champion Manny Pacquiao made a vow to improve life in his poor southern hometown and to help the Philippines win a first Olympic gold medal.

A-Rod Held Homerless On Birthday

Josh Tomlin pitched into the eighth inning in his major league debut and Matt LaPorta provided enough support with two RBI, as Cleveland downed the Yankees.

Report: Bengals Sign Terrell Owens

The Cincinnati Bengals have reportedly agreed to terms on a one-year contract with wide receiver Terrell Owens worth up to $4 million.

Cavaliers Send West to Timberwolves For Sessions

The post-Lebron James era is underway in Cleveland.

Kobe Bryant Finding It Tough To Take It Easy After Surgery

Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant is finding it hard to take it easy in the NBA off-season after having arthroscopic surgery on his right knee.

Vick Cleared To Play By NFL

Michael Vick is clear to play this season, the NFL announced Monday.

Contador Wins Third Tour As Armstrong Bows Out

Alberto Contador claimed his third Tour de France title on Sunday as seven-times champion Lance Armstrong made his final exit from the race.

A-Rod Hit By Pitch, Misses Out On 600th Homer

Alex Rodriguez was disappointed that he failed to hit his milestone 600th home run in front of home fans on Sunday.