Milan: No offers made for Sheva or selling Kaka

AC Milan has held talks with Chelsea about buying Andriy Shevchenko and selling Kaka, but said no offer has been made.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 22 Jul 2008 | 1:00 pm

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Source: ESPN.com | 22 Jul 2008 | 12:58 pm

O'Neill denies interest in Zigic

Valencia striker Nikola Zigic is not a summer target for Aston Villa boss Martin O'Neill.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 22 Jul 2008 | 12:33 pm

Officials: Ricco tried to avoid doping test at Tour

Riccardo Ricco tried to avoid the doping test that revealed traces of the banned blood-booster EPO during the Tour de France, the head of the French Anti-Doping Agency said on Tuesday.
Source: ESPN.com | 22 Jul 2008 | 11:59 am

Englishman agrees to buy Mallorca

English businessman Paul Davidson is set to buy the controlling share in Spanish football club Real Mallorca.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 22 Jul 2008 | 11:54 am

Campillo pitches Braves past Marlins 4-0 (AP)

Atlanta Braves' Jorge Campillo pitches against the Florida Marlins in the first inning of a baseball game in Miami, Monday, July 21, 2008. (AP Photo/Alan Diaz)AP - Rookie Jorge Campillo pitched seven innings and two relievers completed a two-hitter to help the Atlanta Braves beat the Florida Marlins 4-0 Monday night.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 22 Jul 2008 | 11:30 am

Gates tests big toe at Chargers' training camp

Chargers tight end Antonio Gates tested his surgically repaired left big toe Monday at training camp and said it's about 65 to 70 percent healed.


Source: ESPN.com | 22 Jul 2008 | 11:26 am

Sri Lanka hope to keep home win record in India Test

Skipper Mahela Jayawardene says Sri Lanka are keen to maintain their impressive home record when they take on India in a three-Test series, which starts here on Wednesday. ...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 22 Jul 2008 | 11:26 am

Wigan complete Zaki loan switch

Wigan sign Egypt striker Amr Zaki on a one-year loan deal from Zamalek.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 22 Jul 2008 | 11:08 am

Essien inks new five-year Chelsea deal

Chelsea announced a fresh five-year deal for midfielder Michael Essien on Tuesday as the club's new era began to take shape. The industrious Ghana international became the...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 22 Jul 2008 | 11:06 am

Chelsea's Terry still haunted by penalty miss (AFP)

Chelsea's captain John Terry (left) and team manager Luiz Felipe Scolari. Terry admitted he was still haunted by his horror penalty miss in the Champions League final as he gears up for the new season(AFP/Liu Jin)AFP - Chelsea captain John Terry admitted he was still haunted by his horror penalty miss in the Champions League final as he gears up for the new season here.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 22 Jul 2008 | 10:49 am

Live text - Tour de France

Tour de France leader Frank Schleck tackles the Col de la Bonnette in the highest stage of this year's race.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 22 Jul 2008 | 10:45 am

Michael Essien signs new five-year deal with Chelsea

Chelsea midfielder Michael Essien has signed a new five-year contract with the Blues through to 2013.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 22 Jul 2008 | 10:29 am

Trial date to be set for Vick co-defendant

One of Michael Vick's dogfighting co-defendants will soon learn the date of his state trial in Virginia. Tony Taylor has already served a two-month federal prison term for his role in...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 22 Jul 2008 | 10:21 am

Ricco tried to avoid doping test, says agency

CUNEO, Italy (Reuters) - Riccardo Ricco tried to avoid the doping test that revealed traces of the banned blood-booster EPO during the Tour de France, the head of the French Anti-Doping...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 22 Jul 2008 | 10:17 am

Drugs in the Olympics: Insider's Book Tells a Story of Catching Cheaters

HONESDALE, Pa., July 22 /PRNewswire/ -- A new book gives young readers a rare look inside a lab that catches athletes who use blood boosters, steroids, and other banned...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 22 Jul 2008 | 10:15 am

Terry still haunted by penalty miss

Chelsea captain John Terry says he is still haunted by the penalty miss which saw his side lose out on the Champions League to Premier League rivals Manchester United.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 22 Jul 2008 | 10:09 am

Adu will move from Benfica to Monaco next season

American soccer star Freddy Adu will move from Portugal's Benfica to play with Monaco next season in the French league.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 22 Jul 2008 | 10:04 am

Boulahrouz joins Stuttgart, expected to sign 4-year deal

Khalid Boulahrouz has arrived in Stuttgart's training camp and is expected to sign a four-year deal with the club.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 22 Jul 2008 | 9:46 am

Adu will move from Benfica to Monaco next season

American soccer star Freddy Adu will move from Portugal's Benfica to play with Monaco next season in the French league. Benfica said late Monday that the 19-year-old midfielder will join
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 22 Jul 2008 | 9:41 am

Crusaders & Salford win licences

Celtic Crusaders and Salford City Reds will play in Super League next season but Widnes miss out on a licence.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 22 Jul 2008 | 9:08 am

Rush: We must sign Barry and Keane

Liverpool legend Ian Rush believes signing Gareth Barry and Robbie Keane could help the Reds challenge for the Premier League title.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 22 Jul 2008 | 8:45 am

Carrick happy to be a Red Devil

Manchester United midfielder Michael Carrick says he made the correct decision when he chose to move from Tottenham Hotspur to United.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 22 Jul 2008 | 8:40 am

McCaw set for All Blacks return

New Zealand captain Richie McCaw is line to make a surprise return from injury in the All Blacks' Tri-Nations match against Australia on Saturday.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 22 Jul 2008 | 8:39 am

Essien signs new Chelsea contract

Chelsea midfielder Michael Essien agrees a new five-year deal at Stamford Bridge.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 22 Jul 2008 | 8:35 am

Kazmir, Lester give stellar pitching performances

Tampa Bay's ace won for just the second time in his last eight starts, allowing a season-low two hits in seven innings of the Rays' 4-0 victory over the struggling Oakland Athletics on...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 22 Jul 2008 | 8:14 am

Sagna hoping to start new season

Arsenal defender Bacary Sagna believes he will be fit to play in the first match of the season.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 22 Jul 2008 | 7:42 am

Jerome Holtzman, 82, ‘Dean’ of Sportswriters, Dies

The Chicago sportswriter and columnist and the author of “No Cheering in the Press Box” was a venerated presence in press boxes around the country.


Source: NYT > Sports | 22 Jul 2008 | 7:35 am

When the Peloton Doesn’t Flow, the Blood Does

Over time, cycling in a peloton becomes instinctual, and our bicycles become extensions of our bodies. When that flow is broken, reaction time is limited and we often crash.


Source: NYT > Sports | 22 Jul 2008 | 7:22 am

Yankees 12, Twins 4: Yanks Keep Doing More With Less

The Yankees won for the fourth game in a row, getting three home runs from a relentless offense and five and two-thirds competent innings from Sidney Ponson.


Source: NYT > Sports | 22 Jul 2008 | 7:21 am

Lawyers for a Tournament Promoter Accuse the ATP of Manipulating Top Players

A German tennis federation has accused the ATP Tour of unfairly manipulating control of star players to steer money to favored tournaments at the expense of a tournament in Hamburg.


Source: NYT > Sports | 22 Jul 2008 | 7:18 am

Extra Time: Olympic Hopes Ignited by One Phone Call

Robbie Rogers, the 21-year-old attacking midfielder for the Columbus Crew, is one of 18 players that will represent the United States at the Olympics next month.


Source: NYT > Sports | 22 Jul 2008 | 7:17 am

Triathlete Says Inhaler Helps Keep Her Moving

Inhalers, like the one used by the triathlete Emma Snowsill, are increasingly becoming just another piece of exercise equipment for elite endurance athletes.


Source: NYT > Sports | 22 Jul 2008 | 7:16 am

Posada Could Be Lost for Season

Posada’s continuing shoulder problems forced him to the disabled list for the second time on Monday.


Source: NYT > Sports | 22 Jul 2008 | 7:16 am

Major League Roundup: Johnson Stays Perfect vs. Cubs by Winning Duel With Harden

Randy Johnson won his third straight after six straight losses, allowed two hits, struck out four and walked one in seven innings for his 291st victory.


Source: NYT > Sports | 22 Jul 2008 | 7:15 am

Even With Martínez Still Out, Mets Have Ace vs. the Phillies

With Pedro Martínez out, Oliver Pérez will pitch in the series against the Phillies along with Johan Santana and John Maine, which could be a blessing in disguise.


Source: NYT > Sports | 22 Jul 2008 | 7:15 am

Imperfect Conditions, but the Perfect Ending

Complacency must seem like a foreign term to the hard-driving Padraig Harrington, who won his second straight British Open title Sunday despite harsh conditions and an injured wrist.


Source: NYT > Sports | 22 Jul 2008 | 7:14 am

Half of baseball buys into veggie dogs

Eight years into her mission, vegetarian advocate Johanna McCloy has inspired half of the major league ballparks to add meatless alternatives.

SAN FRANCISCO -- Prince Fielder of the Milwaukee Brewers is being introduced before last Friday night's game against the San Francisco Giants, and Johanna McCloy, otherwise preoccupied at AT&T Park, lets out a yelp.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 22 Jul 2008 | 7:00 am

Quarterbacks under pressure across the NFL

A look at some of the signal-callers who will get extra attention as training camp opens.

As if replacing a legend weren't tough enough, Green Bay quarterback Aaron Rodgers faces an even more difficult challenge.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 22 Jul 2008 | 7:00 am

Olympics reignite Kobe Bryant's passion

The Lakers guard is hungry for a gold medal after losing in the NBA Finals. He's also sad to see Ronny Turiaf leave but optimistic that Sasha Vujacic will re-sign with L.A.

Countdown to the
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 22 Jul 2008 | 7:00 am

Dodgers run it up in 16-10 win over Rockies

DENVER -- The Dodgers started their series in Colorado the way they ended their three-game set in Arizona, pounding a struggling pitcher and forcing him to retreat to the dugout to a chorus of boos from his home fans.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 22 Jul 2008 | 7:00 am

Olympics reignite Kobe Bryant's passion

The Lakers guard is hungry for a gold medal after losing in the NBA Finals. He's also sad to see Ronny Turiaf leave but optimistic that Sasha Vujacic will re-sign with L.A. ...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 22 Jul 2008 | 7:00 am

High school basketball talent, college staffs swarm Vegas

Hundreds of top players will be trying to impress in four tournaments. For coaches, organization and agility are key in getting to see as many as possible. ...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 22 Jul 2008 | 7:00 am

High school basketball talent, college staffs swarm Vegas

Hundreds of top players will be trying to impress in four tournaments. For coaches, organization and agility are key in getting to see as many as possible.

Las Vegas is a city known for making and breaking dreams, and that's where hundreds of high school basketball players have converged this week hoping to lock up college scholarships.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 22 Jul 2008 | 7:00 am

Tiger Woods out of the picture, TV ratings in the tank

Tour broadcasts feel the pain while Tiger Woods recovers from surgery. Even the British Open can't hold audiences, and there are worries about a Woodsless PGA Championship and Ryder Cup. ...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 22 Jul 2008 | 7:00 am

Quarterbacks under pressure across the NFL

A look at some of the signal-callers who will get extra attention as training camp opens. As if replacing a legend...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 22 Jul 2008 | 7:00 am

Angels fall flat against Indians

Coming off a sweep of the Red Sox, they are shut down by Cleveland's Paul Byrd. Fox's national broadcast team...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 22 Jul 2008 | 7:00 am

Half of baseball buys into veggie dogs

Eight years into her mission, vegetarian advocate Johanna McCloy has inspired half of the major league ballparks to add meatless alternatives. ...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 22 Jul 2008 | 7:00 am

Tiger Woods out of the picture, TV ratings in the tank

Tour broadcasts feel the pain while Tiger Woods recovers from surgery. Even the British Open can't hold audiences, and there are worries about a Woods-less PGA Championship and Ryder Cup.

It's all a matter of perspective. The PGA Tour and its truckload of sponsors aren't even asking you not to touch that dial on your television; they're asking you to make sure the set is turned on in the first place.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 22 Jul 2008 | 7:00 am

Kobe's passion reignited

Lakers star is ready to win an Olympic gold medal after losing in NBA Finals. He's sorry to see Turiaf leave but is confident that Vujacic will return. ...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 22 Jul 2008 | 7:00 am

Nuggets put a chip on Marcus Camby's shoulder

Camby is still upset by the terms of the deal that sent him from Denver to the Clippers for almost nothing. The...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 22 Jul 2008 | 7:00 am

Serena Williams still aims to play at Carson

Serena Williams says her father and one of her doctors have advised against playing because of her injured left knee, but she still wants to go forward with the East West Bank Classic at Carson.

She played against Steffi Graf and Monica Seles and engaged in a battle of wits with Martina Hingis, on and off the court, through both retirements.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 22 Jul 2008 | 7:00 am

Angels' Francisco Rodriguez isn't being overworked

The reliever is on pace to shatter the saves record, but his innings-pitched total is favorable to Manager Mike Scioscia. Some is by luck,...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 22 Jul 2008 | 7:00 am

Dodgers run it up in 16-10 win over Rockies

DENVER -- The Dodgers started their series in Colorado the way they ended their three-game set in Arizona, pounding a struggling pitcher and forcing him to retreat to the dugout to a chorus of boos from...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 22 Jul 2008 | 7:00 am

Angels fall flat against Indians

Coming off a sweep of the Red Sox, they are shut down by Cleveland's Paul Byrd.

Fox's national broadcast team left Angel Stadium Saturday afternoon. ESPN's production trucks rolled out of the parking lot Sunday night. The Southern California branch of Red Sox Nation went back into armistice mode.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 22 Jul 2008 | 7:00 am

Nuggets put a chip on Marcus Camby's shoulder

Camby is still upset by the terms of the deal that sent him from Denver to the Clippers for almost nothing.

The newest Clipper appears to be a straight shooter, which is always desirable for a pro basketball player.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 22 Jul 2008 | 7:00 am

Lester, road-weary Red Sox shut out Mariners

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Source: ESPN.com | 22 Jul 2008 | 6:42 am

Surgery? Yanks' Posada on fence; Matsui says no

The Yankees placed Jorge Posada on the 15-day disabled list Monday with an injured right shoulder, leaving the All-Star catcher's season in doubt.


Source: ESPN.com | 22 Jul 2008 | 6:29 am

Tulowitzki shines, Wells shelled in Rockies returns

Colorado Rockies' shortstop Troy Tulowitzki was reinstated from the 15-day disabled list Monday, taking his spot at shortstop against the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Source: ESPN.com | 22 Jul 2008 | 6:21 am

Stosur overpowers Peer in Los Angeles opener

LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Unseeded Australian Samantha Stosur scored the biggest upset in the opening round of the Los Angeles Classic on Monday, easing to a 6-1 6-1 victory over 12th seeded...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 22 Jul 2008 | 6:15 am

BP projects how the races will end

Can the Rays sustain their lead in the East? Will the Tigers rally in the Central? Baseball Prospectus breaks down the second half in the American League.


Source: SI.com | 22 Jul 2008 | 6:07 am

Sources: Urlacher, Bears agree on revised deal

Sources say the Bears and Brian Urlacher have agreed to a revised contract.
Source: ESPN.com | 22 Jul 2008 | 6:05 am

Loney drives in 5 runs in Dodgers' win over Rockies

James Loney drove in five runs, including a bases-clearing triple in the fifth, and Matt Kemp had two doubles as part of an eight-run opening inning, propelling the Los Angeles Dodgers to a
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 22 Jul 2008 | 6:00 am

Stosur, Czink spring first-round surprises (AFP)

Melinda Czink of Hungary, seen here, ousted France's 13th-seeded Virginie Razzano 6-3, 6-3 at the WTA hardcourt tournament in Los Angeles(AFP/File/Pornchai Kittiwongsakul)AFP - With top seeds Jelena Jankovic and Serena Williams waiting in the wings to test their ailing knees, Samantha Stosur and Melinda Czink notched upset wins at the 600,000-dollar WTA hardcourt tournament here.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 22 Jul 2008 | 6:00 am

All Blacks pencil in McCaw for Wallabies Test

All Blacks skipper Richie McCaw continued his remarkable recovery from a serious ankle injury when he was named alongside Daniel Braid for Saturday's Tri-Nations rugby Test against...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 22 Jul 2008 | 5:41 am

Reports: Urlacher agrees to contract extension

Read full story for latest details.


Source: SI.com | 22 Jul 2008 | 5:30 am

Blister still plagues Cubs' Wood; DL appears likely

The finger blister that forced Cubs closer Kerry Wood to miss the All-Star Game may also land the right-hander on the disabled list.
Source: ESPN.com | 22 Jul 2008 | 5:19 am

Big Unit wins 291st, moves to 13-0 against Cubs (AP)

Arizona Diamondbacks' Randy Johnson throws against the Chicago Cubs in the first inning of a baseball game Monday, July 21, 2008, in Phoenix. (AP Photo/Ross D. Franklin)AP - Randy Johnson improved to 13-0 in 14 career starts against the Chicago Cubs on Monday night, outdueling Rich Harden in the Arizona Diamondbacks' 2-0 victory.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 22 Jul 2008 | 4:23 am

Reports: Urlacher agrees to extension through 2012 (AP)

In this Dec. 30, 2007 file photo, Chicago Bears linebacker Brian Urlacher signals a safety after the New Orleans Saints were called for holding in the end zone during the fourth quarter of the Bears' 33-25 win over the Saints at Soldier Field in Chicago. The Bears and Urlacher agreed to a contract extension through the 2012 season, according to published reports Monday, July 21, 2008. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh, File)AP - The Chicago Bears and linebacker Brian Urlacher agreed to a contract extension Monday through the 2012 season, according to published reports.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 22 Jul 2008 | 3:28 am

A-Rod leads Yankees to 8th straight home victory (AP)

New York Yankees' Alex Rodriguez rounds the bases after hitting a two-run home run in the first inning of the Major League Baseball game Monday, July 21, 2008 at Yankee Stadium in New York.  The Yankees beat the Twins 12-4.  (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)AP - Alex Rodriguez hit a two-run homer and an RBI single Monday night to help the New York Yankees beat the Minnesota Twins 12-4 for their eighth straight home win.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 22 Jul 2008 | 3:14 am

Campillo tosses no-no through four as Braves win

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Source: ESPN.com | 22 Jul 2008 | 3:02 am

Giants agree to trade Shockey to Saints for picks

The Saints acquired Jeremy Shockey for a second- and a fifth-round draft pick in 2009.
Source: ESPN.com | 22 Jul 2008 | 2:58 am

18-year-old Michelle Wie to play on PGA Tour again (AP)

In this photo provided by the State Farm Classic golf tournament, Michelle Wie speaks to reporters just after learning she had been disqualified from the LPGA State Farm Golf Classic Saturday, July 19, 2008, in Springfield, Ill. (AP Photo/State Farm Classic, Lee Milner)AP - Fresh off a disqualification on the LPGA Tour, Michelle Wie has decided to tee it up against the men, again. Wie will play next week in the Legends Reno-Tahoe Open, the first time she'll play on the PGA Tour this year, tournament organizers said.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 22 Jul 2008 | 2:30 am

Becker: Nadal, not Federer, is world's best player

Rafael Nadal is OK with being ranked No. 2 in the world -- for now.


Source: Tennis News: CBSSports.com | 22 Jul 2008 | 2:28 am

Howard 'ready to go' as Team USA opens camp

Read full story for latest details.


Source: SI.com | 22 Jul 2008 | 2:12 am

Camby still irked by Nuggets' treatment in deal

Read full story for latest details.


Source: SI.com | 22 Jul 2008 | 2:05 am

Posada returns to DL; season could be in doubt

Read full story for latest details.


Source: SI.com | 22 Jul 2008 | 1:46 am

'Lucky loser' Czink advances to second round at Carson

Melinda Czink, who got into the East West Bank Classic as a 'lucky loser,' upset No. 13 Virginie Razzano of France, 6-3, 6-3 Monday in a first-round match.


Source: Tennis News: CBSSports.com | 22 Jul 2008 | 1:29 am

German federation challenges ATP on relegation

A lawyer for the German Tennis Federation argued Monday the ATP Tour violated antitrust laws in a reorganization that would relegate a Hamburg tournament to second-tier status.


Source: Tennis News: CBSSports.com | 22 Jul 2008 | 1:18 am

Redskins introduce Taylor after 'whirlwind' day (AP)

Newly acquired Washington Redskins defensive end Jason Taylor during a press conference at Redskins Park in Chantilly, Va., Monday, July 21, 2008. The Redskins gave the Miami Dolphins a second-round pick in 2009 and a sixth-round choice in 2010 in a trade for Taylor.  (AP Photo/Lawrence Jackson)AP - Jason Taylor has put his Hollywood offseason behind him now that he's a member of the Washington Redskins.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 22 Jul 2008 | 12:09 am

Bush gives US Olympians a rousing send-off (AP)

President Bush shakes hands with U.S. Olympic Volleyball Team member Misty May-Treanor, Monday, July 21,2008, in the Rose Garden of White House in Washington, after he made remarks to the 2008 U.S. Summer Olympic Team.  (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)AP - President Bush gave U.S. Olympians a rousing White House send-off to next month's games in Beijing, urging them Monday to "compete swifter, higher and stronger" but also be mindful they will be "ambassadors of liberty" to the people of China and elsewhere.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 22 Jul 2008 | 12:09 am

Agassi, Graf bow out of Idaho resort project

Star tennis couple Andre Agassi and Steffi Graf and some other investors have terminated a contract to buy property at central Idaho's Tamarack Resort for a proposed luxury hotel, citing unresolved litigation and current market conditions.


Source: Tennis News: CBSSports.com | 22 Jul 2008 | 12:02 am

A Bowden is picked to win ACC, but it's not Bobby (AP)

Clemson head football coach Tommy Bowden prepares to do a radio interview during ACC Media Day in Greensboro, Ga., Monday, July 21, 2008.  (AP Photo/John Bazemore)AP - For the 17th straight year, a Bowden-coached team is the preseason favorite in the Atlantic Coast Conference. For the first time in that span, it isn't Florida State.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 21 Jul 2008 | 11:42 pm

Four of USC's six home games sold out

Fewer than 1,000 tickets each remain for Oregon and Washington games.

USC is expected to have one of the top college football teams in the nation this season, but if you want to pay face value to see the Trojans at home, you'd better act fast.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 21 Jul 2008 | 11:40 pm

Zakopalova upsets Suarez Navarro in Slovenia

Inaugural champion Klara Zakopalova upset seventh-seeded Carla Suarez Navarro of Spain 6-4, 6-4 in the first round of the Slovenia Open on Monday.


Source: Tennis News: CBSSports.com | 21 Jul 2008 | 11:16 pm

Clemson picked as preseason favorite in ACC

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Source: SI.com | 21 Jul 2008 | 11:12 pm

Kolpak numbers could be slashed

The number of Kolpak players in the county game is set for a major reduction after the European Commission changed its stance.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 21 Jul 2008 | 10:51 pm

Nets get Dooling from Magic in sign-and-trade

Read full story for latest details.


Source: SI.com | 21 Jul 2008 | 10:47 pm

Nicol excited to coach in MLS All-Star game

With Beckham, Donovan and Blanco at his disposal, MLS All-Star coach Steve Nicol is excited by his options.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 21 Jul 2008 | 10:44 pm

Michael Lombardi: What we learned in Shockey trade

With its acquisition of Jeremy Shockey from the Giants, New Orleans found the tight end to make its offense even more explosive, says Michael Lombardi.


Source: SI.com | 21 Jul 2008 | 10:34 pm

Why this is a key week in the battle for the NL East

It could be a defining week for one of the majors' tightest divisions.


Source: SI.com | 21 Jul 2008 | 9:49 pm

Robredo ousts Niemeyer in first round of Rogers Cup

Richard Gasquet opened his bid for a second Rogers Cup final in three years when he defeated fellow Frenchman Michael Llodra 6-2, 4-6, 6-3 on Monday.


Source: Tennis News: CBSSports.com | 21 Jul 2008 | 9:05 pm

Bengals' Johnson says he'll be at camp on time

Read full story for latest details.


Source: SI.com | 21 Jul 2008 | 7:39 pm

Smith salutes South Africa spirit

Skipper Graeme Smith pays tribute to South Africa's resolve as they beat England by 10 wickets to take a 1-0 series lead.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 21 Jul 2008 | 6:36 pm

Cermak, Mertinak suspended in betting probe

Doubles specialists Frantisek Cermak and Michal Mertinak, both coming off tournament titles, were suspended Monday by the ATP for betting on tennis matches.


Source: Tennis News: CBSSports.com | 21 Jul 2008 | 6:00 pm

England crash to 10-wicket defeat

South Africa seal a 10-wicket win over England on the fourth day at Headingley to take a 1-0 lead into the final two Tests.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 21 Jul 2008 | 5:31 pm

Pierce withdraws from Beijing Olympics with injury

Two-time Grand Slam champion Mary Pierce withdrew Monday from the Beijing Olympics because of an injury, and will be replaced by Amelie Mauresmo.


Source: Tennis News: CBSSports.com | 21 Jul 2008 | 4:17 pm