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Source: ESPN.com | 1 Nov 2008 | 2:01 pm

USC sprinter shot at Halloween party

A University of Southern California sprinter is recovering after being shot in the leg three times at a Halloween party.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 1 Nov 2008 | 1:38 pm

Scolari seeking plan B for Blues

Luiz Felipe Scolari admits Chelsea are struggling at home, and will continue to until they sign a player who has 'something different'.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 1 Nov 2008 | 1:31 pm

Lampard: No mistakes from Blues

In-form Chelsea midfielder Frank Lampard insists the Blues will not be making any mistakes against Sunderland on Saturday.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 1 Nov 2008 | 1:30 pm

Wenger: Gunners remain united

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has insisted his side remain "united" and "passionate" in their desire to win after their midweek draw with Spurs.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 1 Nov 2008 | 1:14 pm

Live text - Brazilian GP practice

Title rivals Lewis Hamilton and Felipe Massa go head-to-head in the season-ending race at Interlagos.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 1 Nov 2008 | 1:06 pm

Kinnear sees Newcastle D-Day approaching

Newcastle United's interim manager Joe Kinnear says he expects to know his own future this month as he fights to drag the club up the table. The mood has lifted a little on...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 1 Nov 2008 | 12:30 pm

Tevez: I won't leave Old Trafford

Carlos Tevez insists he is happy at Manchester United despite struggling to get in the starting line-up at Old Trafford this season.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 1 Nov 2008 | 12:24 pm

UEFA orders Atletico to play in empty stadium

Atletico Madrid must play its next Champions League home match in an empty stadium because of its fans' racist abuse.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 1 Nov 2008 | 12:20 pm

Canucks, Ohlund drop Ducks in 13th round of SO

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Source: ESPN.com | 1 Nov 2008 | 12:09 pm

Live text - Premier League

Everton host Fulham in the early game, with Liverpool, Chelsea, Manchester United and Arsenal all in action later.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 1 Nov 2008 | 12:01 pm

Leverkusen regains lead in Bundesliga

Bundesliga Roundup: Bayer Leverkusen beat Wolfsburg 2-0 for its fourth straight win and regained the provisional lead.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 1 Nov 2008 | 11:58 am

Batista, Brown agree to assist coach Maradona

Sergio Batista and Jose Luis Brown on Friday agreed to become assistants to Argentina coach-to-be Diego Maradona.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 1 Nov 2008 | 11:48 am

Without Oden, Blazers hang on to beat Spurs (AP)

Portland Trail Blazers Greg Oden sits on the bench before the start of their NBA basketball game with San Antonio Spurs Friday, Oct. 31, 2008, in Portland, Ore. After missing all of last season because of knee surgery, Portland Trail Blazers center Greg Oden injured his foot in his first regular-season NBA game and will be sidelined two to four weeks. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer)AP - The high expectations for the Trail Blazers this season were tempered somewhat when Greg Oden was injured in Portland's 20-point loss to the Los Angeles Lakers in the opener.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 1 Nov 2008 | 11:23 am

Clarke gives Aussies hope of win

Michael Clarke makes a fine century and India lose two late wickets as Australia give themselves an outside chance of victory in the Test.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 1 Nov 2008 | 11:20 am

New Zealand 48-6 Papua New Guinea

New Zealand get their World Cup campaign back on track with a nine-try victory over Papua New Guinea.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 1 Nov 2008 | 10:53 am

Australia 14-19 New Zealand

The All Blacks come from behind to beat the Wallabies in their Bledisloe Cup game in Hong Kong.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 1 Nov 2008 | 10:46 am

Clarke ton rescues Australia in India Test match

Michael Clarke thrived on dropped chances to hit an unbeaten 101 and steer Australia to 539-7 by tea on the fourth day of the third Test against India here on Saturday. ...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 1 Nov 2008 | 10:09 am

Pietersen is main danger - Gayle

Stanford Superstars captain Chris Gayle targets "dangerous" England skipper Kevin Pietersen ahead of their $20m showdown in Antigua.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 1 Nov 2008 | 9:46 am

Big name departures behind reborn Barca, says Messi

Lionel Messi says the departures of Ronaldinho and Deco are a major factor behind Barcelona's resurgence under new coach Pep Guardiola, as they go for a seventh straight league win at...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 1 Nov 2008 | 9:22 am

Respect flowing for German leaders Hoffenheim

Defending champions Bayern Munich will continue their assault on top place in the Bundesliga Saturday, but even the Bavarian giants admit no one can take current leaders Hoffenheim lightly.
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 1 Nov 2008 | 9:19 am

Lyon banking on more Benzema wonder strikes

Lyon will be hoping for more wonder strikes from French hotshot Karim Benzema this weekend as the first division leaders host Le Mans looking to pull clear of the pack. The...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 1 Nov 2008 | 8:58 am

All set for $20mln Twenty20 showdown

Who wants to be a millionaire? That's the 20 million-dollar question the players on both the Stanford Superstars and England teams are being asked to consider ahead of their Stanford...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 1 Nov 2008 | 8:52 am

Brown promises Hull of a battle at Old Trafford

Not many teams arrive at Old Trafford higher up the Premier League table than champions Manchester United - especially in their first top-flight season. Yet that is the...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 1 Nov 2008 | 8:32 am

Brown promises Hull of a battle at Old Trafford (AFP)

Chelsea's Frank Lampard (left) vies with Hull City's Andy Dawson (centre) and George Boateng during a Premier League game at the KC Stadium in Hull, north-east England, October 29. Hull face Manchester United on Saturday.(AFP/File/Ian Kington)AFP - Not many teams arrive at Old Trafford higher up the Premier League table than champions Manchester United - especially in their first top-flight season.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 1 Nov 2008 | 8:31 am

Kane's offense leads Blackhawks to win (AP)

Chicago Blackhawks' Patrick Kane celebrates in the net after scoring his goal against the Dallas Stars as Blackhawks' Troy Brouwer looks on during the first period of an NHL hockey game Friday, Oct. 31, 2008, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)AP - Patrick Kane is proving his rookie season was no fluke. Kane had a goal and two assists to help Chicago remain undefeated in regulation at home with a 5-2 win over the Dallas Stars on Friday night.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 1 Nov 2008 | 8:29 am

Capitals star Ovechkin to miss next game

Alex Ovechkin will miss the Washington Capitals' game at the Buffalo Sabres on Saturday, but he is expected to return to the team at the start of next week. The NHL's reigning MVP and...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 1 Nov 2008 | 8:27 am

Penguins' Crosby rests with undisclosed injury

Sidney Crosby has an undisclosed injury, and it's unclear if the Pittsburgh Penguins star will be able to play Saturday night against St. Louis. Crosby left Thursday night's game at...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 1 Nov 2008 | 8:26 am

Fiji 42-6 France

Fiji outplay France with a thrilling display of attacking verve to get their World Cup campaign off to a winning start in Wollongong.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 1 Nov 2008 | 8:14 am

Kane's offense leads Blackhawks to win

Kane had a goal and two assists to help Chicago remain undefeated in regulation at home with a 5-2 win over the Dallas Stars on Friday night. "I like the way we compete and we generated...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 1 Nov 2008 | 7:17 am

Fans flood Philly for first title parade since 1983

Philadelphia hosted its first championship parade in 25 years on Friday, honoring the World Series champion Phillies.
Source: ESPN.com | 1 Nov 2008 | 7:12 am

Providing Toilets for 39,000 Runners

Before marathoners converge on New York City, an army of 2,250 boxy, 7-foot soldiers must be deployed.


Source: NYT > Sports | 1 Nov 2008 | 7:09 am

City Stops to Enjoy Parade as Phillies Fans Flood Broad Street

On Friday so many Phillies fans showed up for the team’s championship parade that they overwhelmed the public transit system and slowed the parade of the city’s baseball heroes.


Source: NYT > Sports | 1 Nov 2008 | 7:09 am

UCLA's Ben Howland isn't just the tough guy

The Bruins coach with the off-season mellow touch has a firm handle on the program that he has returned to elite status.

Being with Ben Howland in the off-season can be a walk in the park. In this case, it was a walk in Westwood.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 1 Nov 2008 | 7:00 am

They don't call them 'Fighting' Irish fans for nothing

L.A. Times college football expert Chris Dufresne takes time out (he gets two per half) each Friday during the season to answer your questions on college football.

Question: I am writing this memo from deep inside a Notre Dame subway alumni station and wish to make a couple of points. First: Where is it written that ND has to continue the employment of an under-performing head football coach for his allotted five years? . . . Why can't a university, even a Catholic one, decide that it was time to change its head football coach?
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 1 Nov 2008 | 7:00 am

Oscar Moller will stay with the Kings

The 19-year-old center has impressed GM Dean Lombardi in his first nine games.

The Kings' Oscar Moller went through practice as usual Friday morning, and then learned it would not be his last as an NHL player this season.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 1 Nov 2008 | 7:00 am

These Huskies appear to have no bite

Winless Washington, which fired its coach this week, is a 46-point underdog against USC. But will the Trojans be sufficiently motivated for their homecoming game?

USC (6-1, 4-1) vs. WASHINGTON (0-7, 0-4)
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 1 Nov 2008 | 7:00 am

How USC's Stafon Johnson learned virtue of patience

Tailback was battling frustration, self-doubt as a 2006 freshman when Tyrone Willingham provided helpful advice. Now a key player for Trojans, Johnson plans to return favor to embattled Washington coa...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 1 Nov 2008 | 7:00 am

Baron Davis hurt again as Clippers blow big lead

Guard leaves because of a sore hip and Nuggets rally to win in overtime. Baron Davis' star-crossed early Clippers...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 1 Nov 2008 | 7:00 am

Extension a good sign for Lakers' Andrew Bynum

The 21-year-old center is happy and relieved about his four-year, $57.4-million contract extension, saying he wants 'to be a Laker . . . for life.'

All along, there was that other fork in the financial road, the path where Andrew Bynum did not sign a contract extension by Friday's deadline and thought about the uncertainty of his future all season long.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 1 Nov 2008 | 7:00 am

Strange night ends badly for Ducks

Lack of defense should be a concern for Anaheim.

Put two elite goaltenders at opposite ends of the ice, playing for teams that last season were among the toughest to score against, and what do you get?
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 1 Nov 2008 | 7:00 am

Strange night ends badly for Ducks

Lack of defense should be a concern for Anaheim. Put two elite goaltenders at opposite ends of the ice, playing...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 1 Nov 2008 | 7:00 am

Baron Davis hurt again as Clippers blow big lead

Guard leaves because of a sore hip and Nuggets rally to win in overtime.

Baron Davis' star-crossed early Clippers career took another unsettling twist Friday night when he suffered another injury, leaving the game against the Denver Nuggets because of a sore left hip.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 1 Nov 2008 | 7:00 am

Lakers' Lamar Odom, Trevor Ariza say they're not worried about contract situations

Both forwards are in the final year of their contracts.

One big-time business deal is in the books for the Lakers, the signing of Andrew Bynum to a contract extension Thursday that secured the young center until 2013.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 1 Nov 2008 | 7:00 am

How USC's Stafon Johnson learned virtue of patience

Tailback was battling frustration, self-doubt as a 2006 freshman when Tyrone Willingham provided helpful advice. Now a key player for Trojans, Johnson plans to return favor to embattled Washington coa

They met while leaving the field, a spur-of-the-moment exchange between player and coach.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 1 Nov 2008 | 7:00 am

Hank: Yanks exploring all options, including Manny

Hank Steinbrenner said the Yankees will explore all options during the offseason, including the possibility of making an offer to Manny Ramirez.
Source: ESPN.com | 1 Nov 2008 | 6:30 am

Singletary explains reasoning for dropping pants

49ers coach Mike Singletary, in an interview with ESPN Radio 1000 in Chicago on Friday, addressed his decision to drop his pants in the locker room at halftime of his team's loss to the Seahawks on Sunday.
Source: ESPN.com | 1 Nov 2008 | 6:12 am

N.B.A. Roundup: Heat Rolls Past Kings in Home Opener

The Miami Heat scored a whopping 41 points off turnovers in its home opener to easily beat the Sacramento Kings on Friday night.


Source: NYT > Sports | 1 Nov 2008 | 6:05 am

Sports Business: Despite Economy, Sponsor to Stick With Marathon

The Dutch financial-services giant, ING, will keep its commitment to the New York City Marathon, which goes through 2010.


Source: NYT > Sports | 1 Nov 2008 | 6:05 am

This Journey Began Before Starting Line

On Sunday, Nadine McNeil will race in the New York City Marathon on her handcycle for the fourth time while her autistic son, Tyler, runs the race for the first time.


Source: NYT > Sports | 1 Nov 2008 | 6:05 am

Fans roar as Phillies parade through city (AP)

Philadelphia Phillies' Scott Eyre drinks a beer a fan gave him as he, the team and members of the Phillies organization head south down Broad Street during a jubilant victory parade in downtown Philadelphia, Friday, Oct. 31, 2008. Hundreds of thousands of spectators packed downtown for Friday's parade celebrating the Phillies World Series victory against the Tampa Bay Rays. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)AP - Manager Charlie Manuel hoisted the World Series trophy Friday while players basked in a swarm of confetti, the Phanatic mascot danced and hundreds of thousands of Phillies fans roared in celebration of the city's first major sports championship in 25 years.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 1 Nov 2008 | 6:04 am

North Carolina the first unanimous preseason No. 1 (AP)

In this Dec. 19, 2007, file photo, North Carolina's Tyler Hansbrough dunks during the second half of North Carolina's NCAA college basketball game against Nicholls State in Chapel Hill, N.C. Hansbrough is out of practice indefinitely with a stress reaction condition in his right shin. Hansbrough did not practice Thursday, Oct. 30. Instead, he underwent an MRI that revealed the stress reaction, which if not properly treated could lead to a stress fracture, team spokesman Steve Kirschner said. (AP Photo/Sara D. Davis, File)AP - As if there weren't enough expectations for North Carolina this season, they just got bigger. Not only are the Tar Heels No. 1 in The Associated Press' preseason Top 25, they are the first unanimous No. 1 since the preseason poll began in 1981-82.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 1 Nov 2008 | 6:04 am

For Giants, a Familiar but Wounded Rival

With the Cowboys (5-3) weakened by injuries, the Giants (6-1) are assessing their old yet familiar rival as they head into one of the best games this weekend.


Source: NYT > Sports | 1 Nov 2008 | 6:01 am

Sports Of the Times: With One Kick, a Red Bull Eclipses Two Stars

When the goalkeeper Danny Cepero’s free kick bounced into the opposing goal, he overshadowed the two drama kings David Beckham and Diego Maradona.


Source: NYT > Sports | 1 Nov 2008 | 6:00 am

Celebration Intensifies Georgia-Florida Rivalry

On Saturday, fifth-ranked Florida (6-1, 4-1 SEC) plays No. 8 Georgia (7-1, 4-1) in one of the biggest games in the rivalry’s history.


Source: NYT > Sports | 1 Nov 2008 | 6:00 am

Texas Tech Soars, Worries Leach Could Fly Higher

There is concern that Mike Leach, the eccentric offensive guru who has turned his team into an unlikely contender, will not be around much longer.


Source: NYT > Sports | 1 Nov 2008 | 6:00 am

Mets, Wasting No Time, Secure Delgado for 2009

The Mets have exercised their $12 million option to pick up Carlos Delgado.


Source: NYT > Sports | 1 Nov 2008 | 5:58 am

Clippers fall in overtime

Allen Iverson scores nine of his 25 points in the final 3:35 of overtime to lift Denver to the victory. Allen...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 1 Nov 2008 | 5:32 am

Garnett logs 1,000th game as Celtics crush Bulls

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Source: ESPN.com | 1 Nov 2008 | 4:49 am

Clippers' Marcus Camby plays mind games with Nene

He jokes with former Denver teammate about playing, but his return is more likely Monday. Maybyner Rodney Hilario , also known as Nene,...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 1 Nov 2008 | 4:39 am

Garnett leads Celtics to 96-80 win over Bulls (AP)

Boston Celtics' Kevin Garnett (5) looks to move on Chicago Bulls' Aaron Gray (34) in the second quarter of an NBA basketball game, Friday, Oct. 31, 2008, in Boston. (AP Photo/Michael Dwyer)AP - Kevin Garnett played much better in the 1,000th game of his career than in his first of this season.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 1 Nov 2008 | 4:02 am

Brewers' offer to Sabathia imminent, Melvin says

CC Sabathia will soon be receiving a contract offer from the Milwaukee Brewers.
Source: ESPN.com | 1 Nov 2008 | 4:01 am

Auburn's Bonner is versatile star (AP)

AP - Slashing through the lane for an easy lay-in or posting up a smaller center, Auburn's DeWanna Bonner is ready to dominate the Southeastern Conference.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 1 Nov 2008 | 4:00 am

Dietitians feed NFL players' appetite for success (AP)

AP - A whirring blender drowns out the voice of a petite brunette serving up fruit smoothies and nutrition advice to football players twice her size in the Cincinnati Bengals' cafeteria.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 1 Nov 2008 | 4:00 am

Stars thumbnails

at TD Banknorth Garden When: Tonight, 7. TV, radio: NESN, WBZ (1030). Goals: Fabian Brunnstrom 5, Loui Eriksson 5, Mike Modano 4, Brenden Morrow 4. Assists: Mike Ribeiro 11, Morrow 8, Modano 6, Stephane...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 1 Nov 2008 | 4:00 am

Rondo's deal is extended

Rajon Rondo is more than willing to continue playing for the Celtics. But Rondo deflected suggestions that he might commit to the team beyond the terms of a contract extension announced yesterday.
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 1 Nov 2008 | 4:00 am

Canucks put down Ducks

Mattias Ohlund scored in the 13th round of the shootout, and the Vancouver Canucks beat the Ducks, 7-6, last night after blowing a three-goal lead in Anaheim, Calif.
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 1 Nov 2008 | 4:00 am

Rodgers receives extension

The Green Bay Packers made a long-term commitment to quarterback Aaron Rodgers yesterday, signing the first-year starter to a contract extension through 2014.
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 1 Nov 2008 | 4:00 am

Rose feels right at home

A rose may look beautiful and smell great, but underneath it is a stem often armed with thorns. Such could be said about the situation surrounding Chicago Bulls rookie Derrick Rose. From the outside looking...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 1 Nov 2008 | 4:00 am

Agent: Webster inks 4-year extension with Blazers

Only a handful of players selected in the NBA's 2005 draft will have received a contract extension before Friday's midnight deadline, but you can add Portland Trail Blazers swingman Martell Webster to that list.
Source: ESPN.com | 1 Nov 2008 | 3:52 am

Chiefs back Johnson suspended for Week 10

Kansas City Chiefs running back Larry Johnson has been suspended without pay for Week 10, the NFL announced Friday.
Source: ESPN.com | 1 Nov 2008 | 3:47 am

Knicks put former All-Star Marbury on inactive list

New York Knicks guard Stephon Marbury was placed on the inactive list before Friday night's game against the Philadelphia 76ers.
Source: ESPN.com | 1 Nov 2008 | 3:17 am

Phillies fans celebrate with champs

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Source: SI.com | 1 Nov 2008 | 3:13 am

Marbury placed on inactive list

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Source: SI.com | 1 Nov 2008 | 2:55 am

Teixeira, Sabathia top Elias rankings

Mark Teixeira and CC Sabathia have timed their free agency especially well, as they are among the highest-ranked players in the 2008 Elias player rankings, according to documents obtained by SI.com
Source: SI.com | 1 Nov 2008 | 2:48 am

Petrova, Mattek, Wozniak advance to WTA Quebec semis (AFP)

Top seed Nadia Petrova, seen here, and sixth seed Bethanie Mattek advanced to the semi-finals of the 175,000-dollar WTA Quebec Challenge with straight-set victories here(AFP/Yuri Kadobnov)AFP - Top seed Nadia Petrova and sixth seed Bethanie Mattek advanced to the semi-finals of the 175,000-dollar WTA Quebec Challenge with straight-set victories here.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 1 Nov 2008 | 2:45 am

Nadal, Federer out of Paris Masters with injuries

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Source: SI.com | 1 Nov 2008 | 2:37 am

Yankees looking at all options, including Ramirez (AP)

In this Oct. 2, 2008 file photo, Los Angeles Dodgers' Manny Ramirez hits a home run off Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Carlos Zambrano during the fifth inning in Game 2 of baseball's National League division series. Hank Steinbrenner said the Yankees will explore all options during the offseason, including the possibility of making an offer to the free-agent slugger. (AP Photo/Pool, Kelvin Ma, File)AP - Manny Ramirez in pinstripes? Hank Steinbrenner said the Yankees will explore all options during the offseason, including the possibility of making an offer to the free-agent slugger.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 1 Nov 2008 | 1:39 am

Chiefs' Johnson suspended one game by league

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Source: SI.com | 31 Oct 2008 | 10:38 pm

Nadal & Federer out with injuries

Top seeds Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer pull out of their quarter-finals at the Paris Masters with injuries.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 31 Oct 2008 | 9:44 pm

Brewers prepping to make contract offer to CC

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Source: SI.com | 31 Oct 2008 | 9:36 pm

Packers extend QB Rodgers' contract thru 2014

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Source: SI.com | 31 Oct 2008 | 8:55 pm

Uefa reduces Euro ban on Atletico

Atletico Madrid's two-match home stadium ban for European games is reduced to one match played behind closed doors.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 31 Oct 2008 | 8:43 pm

Botha spins S Africa past Kenya

Stand-in skipper Johan Botha takes 4-19 as South Africa thrash Kenya by 159 runs in their one-day international in Bloemfontein.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 31 Oct 2008 | 8:31 pm

UNC earns unanimous No. 1

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Source: SI.com | 31 Oct 2008 | 6:51 pm

Ballack remains Germany captain

The German football federation says Chelsea midfielder Michael Ballack will remain the national team captain.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 31 Oct 2008 | 4:58 pm

Ian Thomsen: The business of Ben Gordon's predicament

If Ben Gordon's contract isn't finished soon, the Bulls are going nowhere, writes Ian Thomsen, who also has a final thought on Greg Oden's opening-night injury.
Source: SI.com | 31 Oct 2008 | 3:56 pm

Something's brewing a year after the 'Bulldog Stomp'

It's been a year since the infamous "Bulldog Stomp." Now it feels like something even bigger is going to happen in Jacksonville on Saturday, says Andy Staples.
Source: SI.com | 31 Oct 2008 | 1:50 pm