From struggling to overcome amateurs and an embarrassing loss to second-tier English opposition to victory over a European powerhouse. Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 20 Feb 2008 | 12:17 pm
AP - From Jason Kidd's return to Dallas to Kevin Garnett's return to the lineup, it was an eventful day in the NBA. And it was only a warm-up for Wednesday. Shaquille O'Neal is expected to make his Phoenix debut, against Kobe Bryant and the Lakers no less. The teams are separated by only a game atop the Pacific Division and don't like each other, and who doesn't get fired up when there's a new chapter in the Kobe-Shaq tale?
Mathieu Flamini is flattered by comparisons with Gennaro Gattuso but insists they are very different, ahead of Arsenal's game with AC Milan. Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 20 Feb 2008 | 11:36 am
Anti-Semitic death threats have been sent to Chelsea boss Avram Grant in a package containing a mysterious powder, police have revealed. Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 20 Feb 2008 | 11:32 am
Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson insists he has no problems axing his FA Cup heroes against Lyon on Wednesday night. Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 20 Feb 2008 | 11:30 am
Patrice Evra has praised his Manchester United team-mate Ryan Giggs, who is set to make his 100th Champions League appearance on Wednesday. Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 20 Feb 2008 | 11:29 am
Fifa president Sepp Blatter's plan to introduce a quota on foreign players has been struck a blow by the European Commission. Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 20 Feb 2008 | 11:13 am
India skipper Mahendra Dhoni attracts the highest early price as bidding gets under way for players in the Indian Premier League. Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 20 Feb 2008 | 10:29 am
From Jason Kidd's return to Dallas to Kevin Garnett's return to the lineup, it was an eventful day in the NBA. And it was only a warm-up for Wednesday. Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 20 Feb 2008 | 10:05 am
Andrew Symonds confirms he will not travel with Australia for the proposed tour of Pakistan in March. Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 20 Feb 2008 | 9:59 am
The Montreal Canadiens fell behind by five goals and showed no signs of being able to muster much offense against the New York Rangers. Then, suddenly, came the biggest comeback in... Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 20 Feb 2008 | 9:41 am
From Jason Kidd's return to Dallas to Kevin Garnett's return to the lineup, it was an eventful day in the NBA. And it was only a warm-up for Wednesday. Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 20 Feb 2008 | 9:33 am
Owner Mark Cuban said his Dallas Mavericks grew stagnant. Reigning MVP Dirk Nowitzki agreed. Things changed Tuesday with the long-awaited arrival of All-Star point guard Jason Kidd in... Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 20 Feb 2008 | 9:26 am
Kelvin Sampson briefly reflected on his two seasons as Indiana's basketball coach after the Hoosiers' victory over Purdue. By the end of the week, memories could be all he's left with. Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 20 Feb 2008 | 9:15 am
Second seed James Blake breezed past fellow American Sam Warburg 6-3, 6-1 in the opening round of the ATP 436,000 dollar SAP Open on Tuesday. The ninth-ranked player in the... Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 20 Feb 2008 | 8:28 am
World 100-metre record holder Asafa Powell said Wednesday he expects to run in this week's Melbourne Athletics Grand Prix after recovering from a gash to his knee. The... Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 20 Feb 2008 | 8:08 am
Pau Gasol and Kobe Bryant each scored 23 points to lead the Los Angeles Lakers to their fifth straight victory a 122-93 win against the Atlanta Hawks on Tuesday. Lamar Odom... Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 20 Feb 2008 | 8:04 am
In the first of what probably will be a series of moves by the Kings before next week's NHL trading deadline, defenseman Jaroslav Modry was sent to Philadelphia on Tuesday in exchange for the Flyers'... Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 20 Feb 2008 | 8:00 am
Rick Neuheisel focused his sharp, gray eyes on me. This was not the smiling Rick we've seen recently. This was the serious Rick, and he needed to be. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 20 Feb 2008 | 8:00 am
VERO BEACH, Fla. -- Holding an imaginary bat in his hands, Rafael Furcal was in his left-handed batting stance in front of his locker. Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 20 Feb 2008 | 8:00 am
Three weeks ago, the Lakers left town with a gaping hole in their lineup and gnawing doubts about their short-term future. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 20 Feb 2008 | 8:00 am
Slugger says he wants to remain everyday right fielder. Scioscia, who plans to rotate him, Matthews and Anderson in designated hitter spot, says it'll all work out.
TEMPE, Ariz. -- A question about spending more time at designated hitter hadn't even been interpreted to English when slugger Vladimir Guerrero began shaking his head firmly. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 20 Feb 2008 | 8:00 am
S haquille O'Neal , you may have heard, says that in Phoenix his nickname will be the Big Cactus because "if you come too close, you're going to get stuck." . . . Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 20 Feb 2008 | 8:00 am
Three weeks ago, the Lakers left town with a gaping hole in their lineup and gnawing doubts about their short-term future. Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 20 Feb 2008 | 8:00 am
The sport flourished under Fidel Castro, and transfer in power won't change things, experts say, while pointing out the new government has bigger and more important priorities. ... Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 20 Feb 2008 | 8:00 am
Playing their first game at Staples Center since Jan. 29, they blow out Hawks in the first half. Bryant and Gasol score 23 apiece. ... Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 20 Feb 2008 | 8:00 am
The NFL scouting combine begins today and runs through Feb. 26 in Indianapolis, and millions of dollars will swing according to the performances of the more than 330 invited players.
Suns' new center, set to start Wednesday against Lakers, never misses a chance to needle his old team. This time he targets Kareem and Wilt. ... Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 20 Feb 2008 | 8:00 am
The sport flourished under Fidel Castro, and transfer in power won't change things, experts say, while pointing out the new government has bigger and more important priorities.
While Fidel Castro's decision to step down after nearly five decades atop the Cuban government has left the communist country's political future in doubt, at least one crown jewel of the revolution -- baseball -- figures to be unaffected by the transfer in power. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 20 Feb 2008 | 8:00 am
Rick Neuheisel focused his sharp, gray eyes on me. This was not the smiling Rick we've seen recently. This was the serious Rick, and he needed to be. Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 20 Feb 2008 | 8:00 am
VERO BEACH, Fla. -- Holding an imaginary bat in his hands, Rafael Furcal was in his left-handed batting stance in front of his locker. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 20 Feb 2008 | 8:00 am
Suns hope he's not the Big Mirage S haquille O'Neal , you may have heard, says that in Phoenix his nickname will be the... Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 20 Feb 2008 | 8:00 am
Even for Woods, who hasn't lost anything since September, match play is a risky proposition.
MARANA, Ariz. -- Tiger Woods is back, but there's no guarantee that he, or anyone else, will be around for long. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 20 Feb 2008 | 8:00 am
Slugger says he wants to remain everyday right fielder. Scioscia, who plans to rotate him, Matthews and Anderson in designated hitter spot, says it'll all work out. ... Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 20 Feb 2008 | 8:00 am
Check out the sporting week in weird, wonderful and wacky images from clear across the globe! Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 20 Feb 2008 | 7:41 am
Kevin Garnett has some rust to shake off before he can play like his old dominant self, and neither he nor his coach had a problem admitting it. Carmelo Anthony scored 29 points, Allen Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 20 Feb 2008 | 7:40 am
Rafer Alston scored 22 points, Yao Ming added 16 points and 14 rebounds, and the Houston Rockets tied a team record Tuesday with their ninth road victory in a row, 93-85 over the Cleveland Cavaliers. Source: NYT > Sports | 20 Feb 2008 | 7:18 am
Jason Kidd is headed from the Nets to the Dallas Mavericks after some creative deal-making was required to complete the multi-player deal. Source: NYT > Sports | 20 Feb 2008 | 7:18 am
Hasheem Thabeet had 16 points, 13 rebounds and 8 blocked shots and No. 13 Connecticut rallied from a 13-point deficit to beat DePaul, 65-60, Tuesday night. Source: NYT > Sports | 20 Feb 2008 | 7:17 am
The Phoenix Suns plumped up their middle by adding center Shaquille O’Neal, to the mortification of many denizens of Phoenix who pride themselves on not being superficial. Source: NYT > Sports | 20 Feb 2008 | 7:16 am
On Tuesday night, the Knicks seemed rested and energized, going on a 19-1 run spanning the fourth quarter and overtime in beating the Wizards. Source: NYT > Sports | 20 Feb 2008 | 7:15 am
Matee Ajavon powered Rutgers with 15 points and 7 assists in its hard-earned triumph over No. 14 Notre Dame, which had won its previous five games. Source: NYT > Sports | 20 Feb 2008 | 7:15 am
The Mets’ stunning collapse last season, combined with its acquisition of Johan Santana, prompted owner Fred Wilpon to issue his boldest spring declaration in recent years. Source: NYT > Sports | 20 Feb 2008 | 7:14 am
Steven Register, who led the minor leagues in saves last season, joined the Mets by way of the Rule 5 draft, meaning he must make the 25-man roster or be offered back to the Rockies. Source: NYT > Sports | 20 Feb 2008 | 7:14 am
Miguel Tejada refused to answer any of the questions about the Mitchell report, preferring to discuss baseball and his fresh start with the Houston Astros. Source: NYT > Sports | 20 Feb 2008 | 7:13 am
Deciphering the depth and breadth of the New England Patriots’ electronic taping habits still largely rests with a former video assistant being prodded to talk from several angles. Source: NYT > Sports | 20 Feb 2008 | 7:13 am
GLENDALE, Ariz. - Miika Kiprusoff regained his winning touch after two sub-par performances. Kiprusoff stopped 24 shots and Dion Phaneuf and Jarome Iginla each scored two goals to lead Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 20 Feb 2008 | 7:13 am
Barcelona academy coach Jose Ramon Alexanco praises Lionel Messi ahead of the Spanish side's Champions League tie at Celtic. Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 20 Feb 2008 | 7:06 am
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger says a knockout tie against Champions League holders AC Milan will be the "ultimate test" for his talented young team. Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 20 Feb 2008 | 6:54 am
Boss Avram Grant admits Chelsea face a tough task to overcome Olympiakos in the Champions League last 16 after a 0-0 draw in the first leg in Greece. Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 20 Feb 2008 | 6:47 am
Sir Alex Ferguson pays tribute to Ryan Giggs' professionalism ahead of the midfielder's 100th Champions League appearance for Manchester United. Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 20 Feb 2008 | 6:39 am
If the win over Purdue was Kelvin Sampson's final as the Indiana basketball coach, it was an awkward goodbye. While several students rooted for Sampson, the majority of Hoosier Nation seems ready to let him go, writes Pat Forde. Source: ESPN.com | 20 Feb 2008 | 6:19 am
Caroline Wozniacki upset eighth-seeded Marion Bartoli 6-2, 6-3 in the second round of the Qatar Open on Tuesday, while fan favorite Sania Mirza pulled out with leg cramps.
Second-seeded James Blake easily won his opening match at the SAP Open on Tuesday, beating Sam Warburg 6-3, 6-1 to shake off the memory of a stunning upset loss two days earlier.
AP - Carmelo Anthony scored 29 points, Allen Iverson added 28 and the Denver Nuggets spoiled the return of Kevin Garnett, holding on for a 124-118 victory over the Boston Celtics on Tuesday night.
Officials from the Indy Racing League and Champ Car World Series struck a preliminary agreement Tuesday to fold elements of the Champ Car World Series into the IRL IndyCar Series, according to a report that first appeared on SPEEDtv.com. Source: ESPN.com | 20 Feb 2008 | 5:36 am
AP - Longtime Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus is going into the Baseball Hall of Fame. Niehaus is the 2008 winner of the Ford C. Frick Award for broadcast excellence.
AP - Jeremy Crouch's jumper with 11 seconds left capped Bradley's 12-2 run that gave the Braves a 72-71 victory over No. 16 Drake on Tuesday night, the Bulldogs' first home loss of the season.
Jason Kidd is a member of the Dallas Mavericks. Again. Finally. The long-discussed, once-scuttled and ultimately reconfigured deal to bring Kidd from New Jersey back to the team that drafted him was finalized Tuesday. Source: ESPN.com | 20 Feb 2008 | 1:58 am
Thursday could be one of the most important days in IndyCar racing history as a resolution that would bring Champ Car teams into the IndyCar Series is nearing completion and could become official in two days.
Ryan Giggs is expected to make his 100th Champions League appearance for Man United at Lyon on Wednesday. Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 20 Feb 2008 | 1:03 am
Dirk Kuyt and Steven Gerrard scored late goals Tuesday to give Liverpool a 2-0 win over Inter in the Champions League. Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 20 Feb 2008 | 12:34 am
Champions League Roundup: Liverpool, Roma and Schalke each made good use of home-field advantage Tuesday. Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 19 Feb 2008 | 10:46 pm
AP - Houston Astros pitcher Woody Williams walked into the clubhouse and saw a swarm of reporters gathered around Miguel Tejada. "Leave the guy alone!" Williams said with a smile. No chance.
There's good news and bad news for Memphis fans in the latest stock report from SI.com's Seth Davis, who breaks down the teams to buy, sell or hold in March.
Goran Ivanisevic will be questioned by police after a photographer claimed
the former Wimbledon champion attacked him and smashed his camera with a baton.
AP - From Jason Kidd's return to Dallas to Kevin Garnett's return to the lineup, it was an eventful day in the NBA. And it was only a warm-up for Wednesday. Shaquille O'Neal is expected to make his Phoenix debut, against Kobe Bryant and the Lakers no less. The teams are separated by only a game atop the Pacific Division and don't like each other, and who doesn't get fired up when there's a new chapter in the Kobe-Shaq tale?
AP - The Montreal Canadiens fell behind by five goals and showed no signs of being able to muster much offense against the New York Rangers.
AP - Kelvin Sampson briefly reflected on his two seasons as Indiana's basketball coach after the Hoosiers' victory over Purdue.
AP - Owner Mark Cuban said his Dallas Mavericks grew stagnant. Reigning MVP Dirk Nowitzki agreed.
AFP - Second seed James Blake breezed past fellow American Sam Warburg 6-3, 6-1 in the opening round of the ATP 436,000 dollar SAP Open on Tuesday.
AP - Carmelo Anthony scored 29 points, Allen Iverson added 28 and the Denver Nuggets spoiled the return of Kevin Garnett, holding on for a 124-118 victory over the Boston Celtics on Tuesday night.
AP - Longtime Seattle Mariners broadcaster Dave Niehaus is going into the Baseball Hall of Fame. Niehaus is the 2008 winner of the Ford C. Frick Award for broadcast excellence.
AP - Kelvin Sampson couldn't understand why he was still being asked if his problems over possible NCAA violations were a distraction for his team.
AP - Jeremy Crouch's jumper with 11 seconds left capped Bradley's 12-2 run that gave the Braves a 72-71 victory over No. 16 Drake on Tuesday night, the Bulldogs' first home loss of the season.
AP - Houston Astros pitcher Woody Williams walked into the clubhouse and saw a swarm of reporters gathered around Miguel Tejada. "Leave the guy alone!" Williams said with a smile. No chance.