A year after buying Liverpool, American co-owners Tom Hicks and George Gillett Jr. could be preparing to sell. Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 26 Feb 2008 | 12:10 pm
Kolo Toure hopes to be fit for next week's Champions League clash at AC Milan — and says Arsenal is confident. Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 26 Feb 2008 | 11:50 am
Former England striker Andy Cole is under investigation for allegedly assaulting his wife. Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 26 Feb 2008 | 11:05 am
AP - At a time when nothing was going right for the Philadelphia Flyers, forward Daniel Briere and general manager Paul Holmgren quickly made the team's outlook a lot brighter.
The new generation of South African quicks look all set to establish themselves among the world's best after their impressive show in unhelpful conditions here. The fastest... Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 26 Feb 2008 | 10:21 am
Veteran Liverpool defender Sami Hyypia says he is hoping to win a new deal at Anfield - but will not demand assurances of first-team football. Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 26 Feb 2008 | 10:20 am
India have complained about bullying tactics by Australians Ricky Ponting, Matthew Hayden and Andrew Symonds, according to media reports Tuesday. The complaint came in a... Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 26 Feb 2008 | 10:14 am
The son of Liverpool co-owner Tom Hicks was reportedly spat at and doused with beer when he went to a pub near Anfield stadium. Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 26 Feb 2008 | 10:11 am
LSU coach Van Chancellor found Connecticut's Maya Moore on a corner of the basketball court and reached out to shake her hand. "You're a special freshman," said Chancellor, who's won... Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 26 Feb 2008 | 10:06 am
The All-Star point guard couldn't help but feel a bit anxious when he took the court in Dallas for his first home game for the Mavericks in more than 11 years. "It's always a little... Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 26 Feb 2008 | 10:05 am
Chelsea skipper John Terry gives his support to boss Avram Gant over his Carling Cup team selection. Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 26 Feb 2008 | 9:36 am
Uefa warns Spain they could be thrown out of Euro 2008, with Northern Ireland standing by to replace them. Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 26 Feb 2008 | 9:30 am
Sir Alex Ferguson is confident Gary Neville will return soon despite suffering a number of setbacks since injuring his ankle almost a year ago. Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 26 Feb 2008 | 8:57 am
RALEIGH, N.C. - The gallows humor wasn't funny. When Martin Brodeur left the ice after the Devils' practice here yesterday, Brian Gionta grabbed the goalie in the biggest bear hug he could manage. "It... Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 26 Feb 2008 | 8:53 am
The sight of Miguel Cotto, Alfonso Gomez and Kermit Cintron yesterday helped clear the lingering stench of Saturday night's boring heavyweight unification match at the Garden. It was good to see fighters... Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 26 Feb 2008 | 8:53 am
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. - Back in the day, three games were enough to decide a first-round playoff series. The same three games - perused in person for the public good - therefore should be ample ammo to discuss,... Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 26 Feb 2008 | 8:53 am
After seeing their six-game winning streak snapped by the Devils in a 4-2 loss Saturday at the Prudential Center, the Islanders will look to start a new run tonight when they host the Penguins. Tonight... Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 26 Feb 2008 | 8:53 am
Knicks legend Earl Monroe was critical of Isiah Thomas yesterday, questioning why the Knicks coach/president changed the identity of last season's team. Monroe also wondered if the Knicks' roster is hopeless,... Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 26 Feb 2008 | 8:53 am
TAMPA - It hasn't and likely will never reach the point where teammates break Andy Pettitte's chops about being in the Mitchell Report or admitting to using HGH.Players constantly get on each other, but... Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 26 Feb 2008 | 8:53 am
KISSIMMEE, Fla. - Roger Clemens' son said his father will work with minor leaguers at Astros spring training, but didn't say when he would arrive."He'll be down here eventually," said Koby Clemens, a catcher... Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 26 Feb 2008 | 8:53 am
One night after Hollywood hailed its stars on the red carpet at the Academy Awards, an impressive array of still-glowing Giants last night were afforded similar royal treatment for the premier of the 2008... Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 26 Feb 2008 | 8:53 am
PORT ST. LUCIE - Joe Smith's odds of a spot in the Mets' bullpen - already long to begin with - got a little longer yesterday. The young right-hander, who showed flashes in 54 big-league appearances last... Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 26 Feb 2008 | 8:53 am
THE Patriots couldn't do it. The Memphis Tigers couldn't do it. But why would anyone doubt Tiger Woods' chances of putting together an unbeaten season?Yes, it sounds ridiculous. "Laughable" is how Hal... Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 26 Feb 2008 | 8:53 am
Russia's Maria Sharapova pulls out of this week's WTA Dubai Championships citing a viral illness. Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 26 Feb 2008 | 8:03 am
The Bruins' sweep of Oregon and Oregon State results in jump from sixth place in the Associated Press and coaches' polls. UCLA gets one first-place vote from an editor who lauds their starting five.
With its sweep of the Oregon schools last week, UCLA moved from sixth to fourth in both the Associated Press top 25 media poll and the ESPN/USA Today coaches' poll. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 26 Feb 2008 | 8:00 am
He charges past reigning Cup champion Johnson with 13 laps remaining to capture the victory in the rain-delayed race at Auto Club Speedway in Fontana.
The few thousand NASCAR fans who braved hours of rain delays Sunday night in hope of seeing the Auto Club 500 completed in Fontana weren't the only ones disappointed when the race's finish was postponed until Monday. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 26 Feb 2008 | 8:00 am
USC sophomore guard Daniel Hackett could participate in some practice drills with his teammates as soon as Wednesday if the stress fracture in his lower back continues to show improvement, a school spokesman said Monday. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 26 Feb 2008 | 8:00 am
It's only February, but with Lakers leading the West and Boston atop the East, it's not too early to look ahead to a possible Finals matchup.
Yes, it's only February. It's also never too early to start the hype. That actually started the day the Lakers traded for Pau Gasol. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 26 Feb 2008 | 8:00 am
Pitcher could learn by the end of the week whether he will referred to Justice Department for a perjury investigation.
Roger Clemens could be days away from learning whether Congress will refer him for a perjury investigation and when a Texas court might decide whether to allow his defamation suit to proceed. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 26 Feb 2008 | 8:00 am
The Virginia defensive end, son of former All-Pro Howie Long, could be the No. 1 pick in the NFL draft. Talent, genetics and work ethic all enter into it.
INDIANAPOLIS -- For Chris Long, the potential No. 1 pick in this spring's NFL draft, the keys to success dangled from the janitor's belt loop. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 26 Feb 2008 | 8:00 am
The victor in Auto Club 500 at Fontana makes good on his promise and gives huge award to Mattel Children's Hospital at UCLA. Maybe it was the additional motivation that did the trick.
A mazing what some people will do for kids. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 26 Feb 2008 | 8:00 am
Freshman forward has given coaches grief and struggled academically, but he's showing signs of maturity to match his big-time talent.
He has tested his coach, eaten his words after popping off about a rival and glowered at game officials who dared call him for a foul. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 26 Feb 2008 | 8:00 am
Only Boston and New Orleans have better winning percentages as visitors this season. The Lakers seem comfortable as they hear more from their fans while away from home.
The Lakers wallowed below .500 on the road the last few seasons, as great a reason as any for their overall lack of success. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 26 Feb 2008 | 8:00 am
New manager enjoys instant credibility with the players because of his style and substance.
VERO BEACH, Fla. -- Nearly two weeks into his first camp with the Dodgers, Joe Torre said he is sensing that players are starting to get comfortable with him. When he walks into the clubhouse these days, he said, players no longer stop their conversations. Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 26 Feb 2008 | 8:00 am
American sensation Paula Creamer, fresh off her victory over the weekend in Hawaii, is aiming for her first ever back-to-back wins in Singapore this week. Known on the tour... Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 26 Feb 2008 | 7:54 am
South Korea thrashed European powerhouse Sweden at the world team table tennis championships Tuesday, sending a strong warning to title holders China as the tournament kicked into gear. Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 26 Feb 2008 | 7:46 am
Manager Joe Maddon said Monday that he knew “little” about what was going on, but he acknowledged that some thought had been given to Barry Bonds. Source: NYT > Sports | 26 Feb 2008 | 7:31 am
Brad Guzan, an up-and-coming goalkeeper for Chivas USA and the United States national team, was oh-so-close to being gone to Aston Villa of the English Premier League. Enter the bureaucrats. Source: NYT > Sports | 26 Feb 2008 | 7:31 am
Yankees pitcher Phil Hughes has posted many entries on his Web site since Jan. 16, offering contests, chats, song lists and the occasional cellphone picture. Source: NYT > Sports | 26 Feb 2008 | 7:29 am
Despite wanting Johan Santana, Hank Steinbrenner said he supported the direction the Yankees had taken under General Manager Brian Cashman, who has been in his job for 10 years. Source: NYT > Sports | 26 Feb 2008 | 7:28 am
An intriguing element in the drama between Roger Clemens and Brian McNamee is whether or not any of the used items McNamee turned over to authorities may contain Clemens’s fingerprints. Source: NYT > Sports | 26 Feb 2008 | 7:27 am
Richard Emery, a lawyer for Brian McNamee, said Monday that Rusty Hardin could not represent Roger Clemens because he represented Andy Pettitte for at least a week before the Mitchell report. Source: NYT > Sports | 26 Feb 2008 | 7:26 am
The Tigers’ lineup has been bolstered by the trades for third baseman Miguel Cabrera and shortstop Édgar Rentería and given more depth with the acquisition of outfielder Jacque Jones. Source: NYT > Sports | 26 Feb 2008 | 7:26 am
A House committee has taken the first steps toward asking the Justice Department to investigate whether Roger Clemens committed perjury. Source: NYT > Sports | 26 Feb 2008 | 7:25 am
Peter Forsberg, the league’s most valuable player in 2003, has agreed to return to the Colorado Avalanche through the end of the season. Source: NYT > Sports | 26 Feb 2008 | 7:23 am
Boxing will survive Wladimir Klitschko’s spiritless defeat of Sultan Ibragimov Saturday night. But can you imagine boxing generating new fans by watching Klitschko throw an endless supply of jabs? Source: NYT > Sports | 26 Feb 2008 | 7:23 am
Barcelona crushed Levante while Real Madrid fell to Getafe in weekend La Liga action. Check out this and more in our European gallery! Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 26 Feb 2008 | 7:12 am
Their longest losing skid of the season behind them, the Celtics head back to Boston with a modest two-game winning streak. "We started out with three tough games against three quality... Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 26 Feb 2008 | 7:09 am
SINGAPORE (Reuters) - Russia's Maria Sharapova has pulled out of the $1.5 million Dubai Championships citing a viral illness. Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 26 Feb 2008 | 7:02 am
Ryan Sidebottom is ruled out of England's final warm-up match ahead of the Test series against New Zealand. Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 26 Feb 2008 | 6:57 am
Jeremy Pargo and David Pendergraft both had 13 points as No. 24 Gonzaga overcame a sluggish first half to beat Portland 73-51 on Monday night and remain tied for first place in the West... Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 26 Feb 2008 | 6:44 am
the clinching shootout goal in Philadelphia's 4-3 comeback win over the Buffalo Sabres. The forward was still celebrating in helping the Flyers snap a 10-game winless skid when he... Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 26 Feb 2008 | 6:37 am
Carl Edwards charged past reigning NASCAR Sprint Cup champion Jimmie Johnson with 13 laps remaining to win the rain-delayed Auto Club 500. Source: ESPN.com | 26 Feb 2008 | 6:04 am
It is almost certain Tampa Bay forward Brad Richards will be dealt before Tuesday's 3 p.m. trade deadline. The question now is where the former playoff MVP ends up. Source: ESPN.com | 26 Feb 2008 | 5:32 am
AP - Tim Duncan had 23 points and 10 rebounds and the San Antonio Spurs beat the Atlanta Hawks 89-74 on Monday night for their sixth straight win despite scoring a franchise-low five points in the opening quarter.
AP - Welcome back Jason Kidd. In his first home game with the Dallas Mavericks in more than 11 years, Kidd had 11 points with nine rebounds and eight assists in a 102-94 victory over the Chicago Bulls on Monday night.
AP - A draft letter asking the Justice Department to investigate whether Roger Clemens made false statements to Congress has been written by House staffers, The New York Times reported on its Web site Monday. The chief of staff for committee chairman Henry Waxman said no decision has been made on whether to ask for a criminal investigation.
AFP - Phil Jagielka believes a convincing defeat of Manchester City was evidence that Everton have what it takes to pip Liverpool in the battle for the final Champions League qualifying spot.
AP - The Boston Red Sox are taking a "no-risk, high-reward" shot on Bartolo Colon. The Red Sox came to terms Monday on a minor league contract with the 2005 Cy Young Award winner. The 34-year-old righty, who last pitched on Feb. 6 in the Caribbean World Series, is expected to arrive in camp Tuesday.
Phillies closer Brad Lidge had successful arthroscopic surgery on his right knee Monday to repair a torn meniscus. Source: ESPN.com | 26 Feb 2008 | 1:24 am
The House Committee on Oversight has reportedly drafted a letter saying the Justice Deparment should investigate Roger Clemens. Source: ESPN.com | 26 Feb 2008 | 1:14 am
Former welterweight champions "Sugar" Shane Mosley and Zab Judah, both in need of a marquee victory, have agreed to fight. Source: ESPN.com | 26 Feb 2008 | 12:28 am
Cycling's governing body says it will not recognise this year's Paris-Nice race in a move which could jeopardise the Tour De France. Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 26 Feb 2008 | 12:13 am
Everton boss David Moyes salutes his side after they beat Manchester City but urges them to keep their focus in the race for Europe. Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 25 Feb 2008 | 11:44 pm
Arsenal hope Croatian striker Eduardo will make a full recovery from his horrific leg break in nine months. Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 25 Feb 2008 | 8:01 pm
Martin Taylor has been the subject of death threats after his challenge on Eduardo left the Arsenal star with a broken leg. Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 25 Feb 2008 | 7:07 pm
Lewis Hamilton edges out Kimi Raikkonen and Michael Schumacher on day one of the final pre-season Formula One test. Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 25 Feb 2008 | 6:47 pm
Need further proof of the West's dominance? Behind the top-ranked Rockets, the conference boasts eight of the top 10 spots in Marty Burns' Power Rankings.
AFP - Maria Sharapova, who won the Qatar Open only two days ago, has pulled out of the Dubai Open here with a virus.
AP - LSU coach Van Chancellor found Connecticut's Maya Moore on a corner of the basketball court and reached out to shake her hand.
AP - At a time when nothing was going right for the Philadelphia Flyers, forward Daniel Briere and general manager Paul Holmgren quickly made the team's outlook a lot brighter.
AP - It certainly was a blast from the past for Jason Kidd.
AP - Tim Duncan had 23 points and 10 rebounds and the San Antonio Spurs beat the Atlanta Hawks 89-74 on Monday night for their sixth straight win despite scoring a franchise-low five points in the opening quarter.
AP - A draft letter asking the Justice Department to investigate whether Roger Clemens made false statements to Congress has been written by House staffers, The New York Times reported on its Web site Monday. The chief of staff for committee chairman Henry Waxman said no decision has been made on whether to ask for a criminal investigation.
AP - Now that he has his championship, money no longer matters to Michael Strahan. Well, maybe it matters a little bit.
AFP - Phil Jagielka believes a convincing defeat of Manchester City was evidence that Everton have what it takes to pip Liverpool in the battle for the final Champions League qualifying spot.
AP - The Boston Red Sox are taking a "no-risk, high-reward" shot on Bartolo Colon. The Red Sox came to terms Monday on a minor league contract with the 2005 Cy Young Award winner. The 34-year-old righty, who last pitched on Feb. 6 in the Caribbean World Series, is expected to arrive in camp Tuesday.