Motherwell striker Ross McCormack has signed a pre-contract deal to join Wigan in the summer. Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 8 Feb 2008 | 12:00 pm
Sunderland boss Roy Keane becomes the highest-profile name to back Premier League plans to stage some matches across the world. Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 8 Feb 2008 | 11:44 am
Yakubu is at Everton for talks with boss David Moyes and may be fined for his late return from the Africa Cup of Nations. Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 8 Feb 2008 | 11:18 am
Liverpool striker Peter Crouch believes that the Reds' confidence is being repaired and that they can beat Chelsea. Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 8 Feb 2008 | 10:57 am
AP - Darren Collison scored all of his 18 points in the decisive second half and freshman Kevin Love added 16 points and nine rebounds to lead No. 5 UCLA to a rugged 67-59 victory over reeling No. 17 Washington State on Thursday night.
AP - Yao Ming had 22 points and 12 rebounds as the Houston Rockets overcame a poor night from ailing All-Star Tracy McGrady to beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 92-77 on Thursday night.
AP - Indiana's Eric Gordon finally gave Illinois fans something to cheer. Armon Bassett wasn't as kind. Bassett scored 11 of his 16 points in the second overtime, and No. 14 Indiana rallied to beat Illinois 83-79 Thursday even though Gordon struggled for much of the night.
AP - Curt Schilling has an undisclosed injury in his right shoulder, and the pitcher has been squabbling with the Boston Red Sox over whether he should have surgery that could cost him the season or try something less drastic.
AP - The celebrities at the AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am from golf to Hollywood to the corporate boardrooms could be found just about everywhere on the Monterey Peninsula except on the leaderboard.
Indiana's Eric Gordon, who signed with the Hoosiers after orally committing to Illinois knew he would hear it from fans, even if he looked a little shellshocked at times. With boos,... Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 8 Feb 2008 | 10:37 am
The celebrities at the AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am _ from golf to Hollywood to the corporate boardrooms _ could be found just about everywhere on the Monterey Peninsula except on... Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 8 Feb 2008 | 10:36 am
LeBron James did what he could to carry the Cleveland Cavaliers in Houston. The problem was, the Cavs are getting smaller by the game and couldn't hold their own on the boards. Yao... Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 8 Feb 2008 | 10:35 am
This one was especially sweet for the Los Angeles Kings and particularly frustrating for the Detroit Red Wings. Brad Stuart scored the go-ahead goal at 13:07 of the third, helping the... Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 8 Feb 2008 | 10:32 am
Hey rook, welcome to the Pro Bowl. Now get me a chaise lounge. Or some shrimp. Or a mai tai. It's quite an achievement for an NFL rookie to get to the league's all-star game. After the... Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 8 Feb 2008 | 10:21 am
AP - Hey rook, welcome to the Pro Bowl. Now get me a chaise lounge. Or some shrimp. Or a mai tai. It's quite an achievement for an NFL rookie to get to the league's all-star game. After the veterans commend them for such strong debuts, though, the orders begin. Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 8 Feb 2008 | 10:21 am
BEIJING (Reuters) - Less spitting, better queuing and cleaner streets show Beijing has become more "civilized", but the city still has to fine-tune its etiquette to attain Olympic... Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 8 Feb 2008 | 10:15 am
His face-to-face lobbying efforts not quite complete, Roger Clemens was heading back to Capitol Hill. The seven-time Cy Young Award winner planned a second day of informal sit-downs... Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 8 Feb 2008 | 10:15 am
Australian Nikki Garrett holed a bunker shot for eagle and finished with a 5-under-par 67 Friday to take a one-stroke lead over 10 players after the opening round of the ANZ Australian... Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 8 Feb 2008 | 10:13 am
Michael Clarke's knock of 77 and five wickets for Nathan Bracken helps Australia to a 128-run one-day victory over Sri Lanka. Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 8 Feb 2008 | 10:02 am
This one was especially sweet for the Los Angeles Kings and particularly frustrating for the Detroit Red Wings. Brad Stuart scored the go-ahead goal at 13:07 of the third, helping the... Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 8 Feb 2008 | 9:52 am
His face-to-face lobbying efforts not quite complete, Roger Clemens was heading back to Capitol Hill. The seven-time Cy Young Award winner planned a second day of informal sit-downs... Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 8 Feb 2008 | 9:29 am
Chelsea's Mikel John Obi has vowed to clean up his disciplinary record as he prepares to return to league action against Liverpool on Sunday. Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 8 Feb 2008 | 9:18 am
Cameroon defender Andre Bikey will miss the Cup of Nations final after being sent off for pushing a member of the medical team. Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 8 Feb 2008 | 9:11 am
Newcastle manager Kevin Keegan is confident that the football he wants to play will attract major new signings to the club. Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 8 Feb 2008 | 9:05 am
Manchester United secretary Ken Ramsden thinks the 50th anniversary of the Munich air disaster will help build bridges with their city rivals. Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 8 Feb 2008 | 8:11 am
The season is finished, but the Giants picked up another win yesterday. At least that's how Giants linebacker Antonio Pierce and cornerback Aaron Ross reacted to the news that defensive coordinator Steve... Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 8 Feb 2008 | 8:10 am
In order to beat a big-time opponent such as the Stanley Cup champion Ducks, a team needs big-time efforts from its own big-time players. The Rangers did not come close to getting that last night in their... Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 8 Feb 2008 | 8:10 am
OK, break it up. Move along, nothing more to see here. Parade's over. Giants fans can now await the 2008 schedule. And they can fully expect that as NFL champs and a New York team the Giants, more than... Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 8 Feb 2008 | 8:10 am
Like the kid with coins in the candy shop, Lou Lamoriello has some cap space burning holes in his pockets. For the first time since the salary cap was instituted, the Devils' GM has significant cap space... Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 8 Feb 2008 | 8:10 am
AFTER viewing HBO's splendid documentary "Joe Louis: America's Hero, Betrayed," my overwhelming thought is how boxing hasn't changed that much since the Brown Bomber was the heavyweight champion. The... Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 8 Feb 2008 | 8:10 am
BOSTON - Curt Schilling has an injured right shoulder, and the ballplayer and the Red Sox have been squabbling over whether he should have surgery that could cost him the season or try something less drastic.... Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 8 Feb 2008 | 8:10 am
If there is any public office open in the New York/New Jersey area, Steve Spagnuolo could run and win in a heartbeat. At the moment, is there anyone more popular around here? Already a rising star for... Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 8 Feb 2008 | 8:10 am
The Mets moved one step closer yesterday to clearing their deck of arbitration-eligible players by signing outfielder Ryan Church to a one-year, $2 million deal. Church, obtained from the Senators this... Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 8 Feb 2008 | 8:10 am
HERE'S what Steve Spagnuolo spurning Daniel Snyder and the Redskins yesterday and staying with the Giants means: The Giants will have a real chance to repeat their unforgettable trip up the Canyon of Heroes.... Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 8 Feb 2008 | 8:10 am
WASHINGTON - As Brian McNamee was showing photographs of used syringes and bottles of steroids he claims were used by Roger Clemens to congressional staffers, the pitcher was a few floors above him pleading... Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 8 Feb 2008 | 8:10 am
Sam Cassell on Thursday said he was misquoted in a recent media report saying that David Falk , his agent, is actively pursuing a buyout of the final year of his contract so the veteran point guard could sign with the Boston Celtics. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 8 Feb 2008 | 8:00 am
USC uses a 19-0 second-half run to transform a tie score into an eventual victory.
SEATTLE -- A Washington student predicted his team's fate in a way Thursday night when he held up a placard before tip-off reading "T.K.O.J." Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 8 Feb 2008 | 8:00 am
Gasol practices despite sore back, but Bryant sits out because of his dislocated right pinkie. Both are expected to play against Orlando on Friday.
ORLANDO, Fla. -- As if Andrew Bynum 's knee, Trevor Ariz a's foot and Chris Mihm 's heel weren't enough injuries for the Lakers. . . . Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 8 Feb 2008 | 8:00 am
Collison scores all of his 18 points in the second half as UCLA improves to 21-2 with victory at Pullman.
PULLMAN, Wash. -- UCLA forward Alfred Aboya missed a layup, but he almost got the tip. Kevin Love knocked the ball at the basket again and it rolled off the rim. Love got it back and powered up the basketball again. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 8 Feb 2008 | 8:00 am
Environmental groups and common sense also prevail in Coastal Commission vote against expressway through San Onofre State Beach.
Surfers are basking in glory after the California Coastal Commission on Wednesday dealt what might be a death blow to a proposed toll-road extension that would have blazed a six-lane expressway through pristine San Onofre State Beach. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 8 Feb 2008 | 8:00 am
Journeyman Jones leads with a 66. Mickelson rallies for a 71 at Poppy Hills.
Nothing's official yet, but it seems clear that they're starting to get a little too comfortable with good weather around here. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 8 Feb 2008 | 8:00 am
While Clemens meets with committee members, former trainer shows photos he says are evidence pitcher used steroids.
WASHINGTON -- While Roger Clemens returned to Capitol Hill on Thursday to proclaim his innocence to House Oversight committee members, former trainer Brian McNamee gave a seven-hour deposition to committee lawyers, implicating Clemens for using performance-enhancing drugs. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 8 Feb 2008 | 8:00 am
O'Neal has battled numerous injuries the last few seasons and even learned of his trade while leaving a doctor's office.
You're reminded anew that time is fleeting when an NBA executive who just landed Shaquille O'Neal calls the move a gamble, albeit "a gamble well worth taking," as Phoenix Suns General Manager Steve Kerr did Thursday. ... Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 8 Feb 2008 | 8:00 am
Sadly, fittingly, as America's child princes chose their colleges, most compelling was the one who chose humiliation. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 8 Feb 2008 | 8:00 am
Whether you call it a “stinky glove” or a “face wash,” it has been a baiting tactic in the hockey rink since gloves were invented. Source: NYT > Sports | 8 Feb 2008 | 7:53 am
Roger Clemens and Brian McNamee brought their vastly different stories to Capitol Hill on Thursday, when the star pitcher was meeting one-on-one informally with congressmen and his former personal trainer arrived for a sworn deposition with House lawyers. Source: ESPN.com | 8 Feb 2008 | 7:51 am
Despite public critiques of his former team, there seems to be no bad blood between Tiki Barber and the Super Bowl champions. Source: NYT > Sports | 8 Feb 2008 | 7:50 am
The Rangers continued two frustrating streaks: their habit of following promising stretches of games with baffling ones and their inability to beat any team in the Western Conference. Source: NYT > Sports | 8 Feb 2008 | 7:47 am
Ryan Whitney had two goals and Kris Letang scored the winner with 3 minutes 39 seconds to play as the Pittsburgh Penguins handed the visiting Islanders their sixth consecutive loss, 3-2, Thursday night. Source: NYT > Sports | 8 Feb 2008 | 7:46 am
Still strolling the sideline at 77, Mr. Curran has won more basketball and baseball games — 2,491 — than any high school coach in the United States. Source: NYT > Sports | 8 Feb 2008 | 7:45 am
Curt Schilling could have retired after the Boston Red Sox won the World Series last fall, but he quickly agreed to an $8 million contract for one last season. Now, a shoulder injury could ruin the final flourish to a decorated career. Source: NYT > Sports | 8 Feb 2008 | 7:45 am
Kirk Radomski, a former drug distributor who is at the heart of the Mitchell Report will appear in a federal courtroom in San Francisco on Friday to be sentenced for his illegal activities. Source: NYT > Sports | 8 Feb 2008 | 7:45 am
Ronald Ramon barely beat the final horn with a winning 3-pointer from the left wing and No. 21 Pittsburgh rallied in the final minute Thursday night to defeat visiting West Virginia, 55-54. Source: NYT > Sports | 8 Feb 2008 | 7:44 am
Andre Iguodala scored 25 points and Andre Miller added 21 Thursday night, leading the host Philadelphia 76ers to a 101-84 victory over the short-handed Miami Heat. Source: NYT > Sports | 8 Feb 2008 | 7:43 am
Mr. Vargo worked in the National League from 1960 to 1983, including four World Series and four All-Star games. He was behind the plate for both Sandy Koufax’s no-hitter and his perfect game. Source: NYT > Sports | 8 Feb 2008 | 7:43 am
This game was circled (in blood) by some after Eric Gordon de-committed to Illinois and has starred at Indiana. The first half was rough. The second half was better. The two overtimes were thrilling, and IU's win added just more pain to the Illini, writes Pat Forde. Source: ESPN.com | 8 Feb 2008 | 7:37 am
The International Olympic Committee says it was right to award the Games to Beijing despite concerns over human rights in China. Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 8 Feb 2008 | 7:36 am
Chad Johnson arrived late to the Pro Bowl, but he definitely made an impact. Unfortunately for him, it wasn't a good one. Source: ESPN.com | 8 Feb 2008 | 5:31 am
The new Yankee Stadium will have party suites, a members-only restaurant, a martini bar and a price tag to match all the luxury -- $1.3 billion, up from the original estimate of $1 billion. Source: ESPN.com | 8 Feb 2008 | 5:01 am
The Boston Globe and Boston Herald are reporting that Curt Schilling has a shoulder injury that has the right-hander and the club in a dispute over whether he needs surgery. Source: ESPN.com | 8 Feb 2008 | 4:25 am
Who's the best club team in world football? Every other Thursday the FSCCR let's you know who's taking top honors. Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 8 Feb 2008 | 1:23 am
Amelie Mauresmo of France needed less than 10 minutes Thursday to reach the quarterfinals of the Open Gaz De France, advancing when Eleni Daniilidou quit the match because of the flu.
David Beckham said he respects Fabio Capello, even though the new England manager denied him his 100th national team appearance by leaving the former captain off the squad for a friendly against Switzerland.
In an entry posted Thursday on his blog, Beckham said it was good to see England defeat the Swiss 2-1 Wednesday night. The 32-year-old midfielder had been left off the roster because he hasn't played a competitive match since November.
"I am sure you will have read a lot of Mr. Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 8 Feb 2008 | 12:51 am
Egypt returned to the African Cup final after routing the Ivory Coast, while Cameroon beat hosts Ghana to advance. Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 8 Feb 2008 | 12:35 am
Juventus defender Nicola Legrottaglie believes the Old Lady can make a late title charge with all its players healthy. Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 8 Feb 2008 | 12:24 am
Egypt produce a stunning upset by beating Cup of Nations favourites Ivory Coast 4-1 in the semi-finals. Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 7 Feb 2008 | 10:36 pm
Cameroon reach their sixth Africa Cup of Nations final by dismissing hosts Ghana 1-0 in a game of few clear-cut chances. Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 7 Feb 2008 | 6:56 pm
Andy Roddick will face Jurgen Melzer on Friday in the opening singles match when the United States starts the defense of its Davis Cup title against Austria on indoor clay.
AP - The NHL-leading Detroit Red Wings blew a chance to match the longest winning streak in their storied history.
AP - Darren Collison scored all of his 18 points in the decisive second half and freshman Kevin Love added 16 points and nine rebounds to lead No. 5 UCLA to a rugged 67-59 victory over reeling No. 17 Washington State on Thursday night.
AP - Yao Ming had 22 points and 12 rebounds as the Houston Rockets overcame a poor night from ailing All-Star Tracy McGrady to beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 92-77 on Thursday night.
AP - With the rising star from the Super Bowl out of the running, the Washington Redskins spent Thursday planning their next move.
AP - Indiana's Eric Gordon finally gave Illinois fans something to cheer. Armon Bassett wasn't as kind. Bassett scored 11 of his 16 points in the second overtime, and No. 14 Indiana rallied to beat Illinois 83-79 Thursday even though Gordon struggled for much of the night.
AP - Curt Schilling has an undisclosed injury in his right shoulder, and the pitcher has been squabbling with the Boston Red Sox over whether he should have surgery that could cost him the season or try something less drastic.
AP - His face-to-face lobbying efforts not quite complete, Roger Clemens was heading back to Capitol Hill.
AP - The celebrities at the AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am from golf to Hollywood to the corporate boardrooms could be found just about everywhere on the Monterey Peninsula except on the leaderboard.
AP - Shaquille O'Neal watched the Phoenix Suns from afar and knew what they were missing. "A big man," he said.