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Source: ESPN.com | 3 Dec 2008 | 1:44 pm

NHL suspends Avery for nasty remarks

The NHL has suspended Stars forward Sean Avery indefinitely pending a hearing with commissioner Gary Bettman.
Source: ESPN.com | 3 Dec 2008 | 1:41 pm

Gerrard: Deal with the pressure

Steven Gerrard says Liverpool must learn to cope with the pressure of being at the top of the Premier League table.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 3 Dec 2008 | 1:41 pm

Notre Dame won't confirm reports of Weis' return

Multiple media outlets report that Notre Dame will bring back Charlie Weis for 2009.
Source: ESPN.com | 3 Dec 2008 | 1:38 pm

Man City to face PSG in UEFA Cup match (AFP)

AFP - Manchester City prepare to face Paris St Germain on Wednesday in a UEFA Cup group match that the French team must win to stay in the competition.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 3 Dec 2008 | 1:24 pm

England stars 'set to shun tour'

At least five England players have told former Test bowler Dominic Cork they will not go back to India - but a final decision on the tour may not be made until next week.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 3 Dec 2008 | 1:15 pm

Georgia Tech to receive bid to Chick-fil-A Bowl (AP)

AP - Georgia Tech has been selected as the ACC representative in the Dec. 31 Chick-fil-A Bowl in Atlanta.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 3 Dec 2008 | 12:59 pm

Scots and Welsh eye Euro 2016 bid

The Scottish Football Association could launch a bid with Wales to host the European football championship in 2016.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 3 Dec 2008 | 12:53 pm

Man City to face Paris St Germain in UEFA Cup match

Manchester City prepare to face Paris St Germain on Wednesday in a UEFA Cup group match that the Franch team must win to stay in the competition. City are expected to rest...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 3 Dec 2008 | 12:52 pm

Silvestre - They have to learn

Mikael Silvestre has demanded that Arsenal's youngsters learn from the mistakes they made against Burnley on Tuesday night.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 3 Dec 2008 | 12:38 pm

Giants suspend Burress four games after charges

Plaxico Burress arrived at Giants Stadium on Tuesday, facing the possibility that his career with the team could be over and he could land in jail after accidentally shooting himself in the thigh at a nightclub.
Source: ESPN.com | 3 Dec 2008 | 12:35 pm

Murphy's tip in lifts Pacers over Lakers, 118-117 (AP)

AP - Danny Granger scored 32 points and led Indiana back from a 15-point fourth-quarter deficit, and Troy Murphy tipped in a missed shot at the buzzer to complete an improbable 118-117 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers on Tuesday night.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 3 Dec 2008 | 12:29 pm

Formula One driver Alonso eyes third world title in 2009

Spanish Formula One driver Fernando Alonso said he is aiming for a third world title with Renault in 2009, Spain's sports newspaper Marca reported Wednesday. "Our only aim is
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 3 Dec 2008 | 12:20 pm

Marbury, Plax, Pacman give us a triple shot of stupid

We're all witnessing a solar eclipse of stupidity by three foolish stars.
Source: SI.com | 3 Dec 2008 | 12:10 pm

Former coach Wilson sees Sharks beat his Leafs 5-2 (AP)

AP - Although the San Jose Sharks were consistently good under coach Ron Wilson, they've been even better since he left.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 3 Dec 2008 | 11:49 am

Giants suspend Super Bowl hero Plaxico Burress (AP)

AP - The fallout from Plaxico Burress' self-inflicted gunshot wound may still cause problems for New York Giants middle linebacker Antonio Pierce and affect the team's bid for a second straight Super Bowl title.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 3 Dec 2008 | 11:24 am

London hopes wait on funding news

Britain's Olympic and Paralympic sports are waiting to learn how much funding they will receive in the run-up to the 2012 Games in London.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 3 Dec 2008 | 11:20 am

Scotland considering joint bid for Euro 2016

The Scottish Football Association confirmed Wednesday that it has held talks with Wales and Northern Ireland over the possibility of co-hosting the 2016 European Championship. Scotland's
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 3 Dec 2008 | 10:58 am

Report: Trezeguet open to France return

David Trezeguet misses playing for France and is considering returning to help the team qualify for the 2010 World Cup.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 3 Dec 2008 | 10:55 am

Commonwealth committed to India 2010 despite terror

Organisers of the 2010 Commonwealth Games in New Delhi have dismissed speculation that they could be moved to an alternative venue in the wake of the Mumbai terror attacks. ...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 3 Dec 2008 | 10:36 am

Marbury: Just another disgruntled employee?

Stephon Marbury really isn't any different than the average office worker agitated at his boss. Sure, he may make $21 million a year _ a tad more than the typical disgruntled employee _...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 3 Dec 2008 | 10:30 am

Open Membership: A Year of Toil and Sweat, Then They Played a Game

In a sterling example of the entrepreneurial spirit fueling a nationwide boom in college club sports, Doug DeLuca succeeded in fielding a Vermont tackle football team in only a year’s time.


Source: NYT > Sports | 3 Dec 2008 | 10:20 am

Fletch has faith in fresh-faced Red Devils

Darren Fletcher believes Manchester United's blend of youth and experience will produce a Carling Cup victory over Blackburn on Wednesday.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 3 Dec 2008 | 10:00 am

Scholes fillip delights Fergie

Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has spoken of his delight at veteran midfielder Paul Scholes' return to fitness.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 3 Dec 2008 | 9:59 am

Ronaldinho came close to City move

Ronaldinho has admitted he came tantalisingly close to joining Premier League moneybags Manchester City over the summer.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 3 Dec 2008 | 9:42 am

Avery suspended indefinitely by NHL for crude line (AP)

AP - Sean Avery knows all about the punishment that comes with saying something inflammatory on the ice, from time in the penalty box to having a stick swung at him.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 3 Dec 2008 | 9:20 am

Pistons' Wallace uses technical foul as motivation

After being hit with a technical with 15 minutes remaining, Wallace scored 17 points, including three 3-pointers in the fourth quarter, to help the Detroit Pistons rally from 10 points down
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 3 Dec 2008 | 9:19 am

Duke beats Purdue 76-60 in Top 10 matchup

They both scored 20 points and Singler grabbed 12 rebounds as the fourth-ranked Blue Devils beat No. 9 Purdue 76-60 on Tuesday night, their 10th win in as many games in the annual series...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 3 Dec 2008 | 9:17 am

NFL suspends 6 players for doping violations (AP)

AP - Unless the courts intervene, the Minnesota Vikings will have to make their stretch run at the NFC North title without their two stalwart defensive tackles.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 3 Dec 2008 | 9:16 am

Giants suspend Super Bowl hero Plaxico Burress

The fallout from Plaxico Burress' self-inflicted gunshot wound may still cause problems for New York Giants middle linebacker Antonio Pierce and affect the team's bid for a second straight...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 3 Dec 2008 | 9:14 am

Jockey Munce cleared to ride in Australia

Jockey Chris Munce has been cleared to return to racing in Australia, despite being banned from riding by the Hong Kong Jockey Club over a 'tips for bets' scandal, according to officials.
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 3 Dec 2008 | 8:13 am

Report: White Sox's move to Glendale can proceed (AP)

AP - The Chicago White Sox are leaving Tucson, taking with them their balls and bats after the Pima County Board of Supervisors accepted a $5 million buyout.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 3 Dec 2008 | 8:10 am

Report: White Sox's move to Glendale can proceed

The Chicago White Sox are leaving Tucson, taking with them their balls and bats after the Pima County Board of Supervisors accepted a $5 million buyout. The team agreed to pay the...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 3 Dec 2008 | 8:10 am

Trainer Freddie Roach to get ringside support from family

The trainer's brothers, all boxers, will be rooting for Freddie, who has been training Manny Pacquiao for the big fight against Oscar De La Hoya in Las Vegas.

Five members of the family of the late Paul Roach will be at ringside Saturday night in Las Vegas for the big fight.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 3 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

Vidal Hazelton to transfer from USC

Trojans' top wide receiver last season had fallen on depth chart but says his decision was mainly based on family considerations.

By mining a national recruiting base, USC has stockpiled talent that has the Trojans in contention for a seventh consecutive Bowl Championship Series bowl game.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 3 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

UCLA and USC coaches find color scheme that works

Trojans' Pete Carroll and Bruins' Rick Neuheisel figure out a way for both teams to wear home uniforms in Saturday's game, and that can't be anything but great for the intracity rivalry.

Timeout, USC.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 3 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

Kings lose as Coyotes' Enver Lisin scores twice in third

L.A. loses its second straight game as Phoenix's one-time backup goaltender Mikael Tellqvist makes 32 saves.

Enver Lisin scored twice in a four-minute span of the third period to lift the Phoenix Coyotes over the Kings, 4-2, on Tuesday night.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 3 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

Sun never sets on Tom Lasorda's empire

Dodgers' Hall of Famer receives honor from emperor of Japan.

The mother-in-law died a few days ago, the funeral in Chicago and lots of snow.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 3 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

Kings lose as Coyotes' Enver Lisin scores twice in third

L.A. loses its second straight game as Phoenix's one-time backup goaltender Mikael Tellqvist makes 32 saves. Enver...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 3 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

Lakers blow big lead and lose to Pacers

After a 17-0 run gives them a 15-point lead heading into the fourth, Lakers stop playing defense and watch as Troy Murphy tips in the winning basket as time expires. Kobe Bryant leads L.A. with 28 points.

The snowflakes blew lightly across town, par for the course this time of year here, and the Lakers packed appropriately, unveiling quite a display of thick winter jackets, colorful cashmere sweaters and black leather gloves.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 3 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

Josh Shipp is UCLA's new designated defender

Coach Ben Howland is giving Bruins' senior swingman the assignment of guarding the opponent's top offensive threat, at least for now. The...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 3 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

Clippers are stunned by Mavericks' closing run

Dallas scores 18 of the final 22 points to beat the Clippers, 100-98. Their voices, summations ranging from nearly...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 3 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

Vidal Hazelton to transfer from USC

Trojans' top wide receiver last season had fallen on depth chart but says his decision was mainly based on family considerations. ...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 3 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

UCLA and USC coaches find color scheme that works

Trojans' Pete Carroll and Bruins' Rick Neuheisel figure out a way for both teams to wear home uniforms in Saturday's game, and that can't be anything but great for the intracity rivalry. ...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 3 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

Sun never sets on Tom Lasorda's empire

Dodgers' Hall of Famer receives honor from emperor of Japan. The mother-in-law died a few days ago, the funeral...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 3 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

Lakers blow big lead and lose to Pacers

After a 17-0 run gives them a 15-point lead heading into the fourth, Lakers stop playing defense and watch as Troy Murphy tips in the winning basket as time expires. Kobe Bryant leads L.A. with 28 poi...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 3 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

UCLA's Kevin Craft takes a beating without bleating

Though the quarterback's performance hasn't been what the Bruins hoped, his toughness has won the admiration of teammates and Coach Rick Neuheisel. ...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 3 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

Clippers are stunned by Mavericks' closing run

Dallas scores 18 of the final 22 points to beat the Clippers, 100-98.

Their voices, summations ranging from nearly inaudible to disappointed to angry, painted the picture of another Clippers defeat.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 3 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

UCLA's Kevin Craft takes a beating without bleating

Though the quarterback's performance hasn't been what the Bruins hoped, his toughness has won the admiration of teammates and Coach Rick Neuheisel.

Whether UCLA wins or loses, senior tailback Kahlil Bell has noticed that junior quarterback Kevin Craft doesn't pour out his emotions.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 3 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

World Week In Pictures, Dec. 3

Click here for the sporting week in weird, wonderful and wacky images from clear across the globe!
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 3 Dec 2008 | 7:50 am

Sports of The Times: More Losers Than One in This Sorry Saga

Chances are there will come a January playoff moment when Eli Manning looks downfield and wishes he still had the tall, athletic target of Plaxico Burress.


Source: NYT > Sports | 3 Dec 2008 | 7:45 am

Main Threat to Burress Is a Sentencing Law

Because he was charged with two counts of illegal weapons possession, the main question is whether Plaxico Burress's future will include time in prison.


Source: NYT > Sports | 3 Dec 2008 | 7:39 am

W.N.B.A. Folds Its Houston Team Over Finances

The Houston Comets were shuttered Tuesday by the league, which scheduled a dispersal draft of its players, except the free agents, for Monday.


Source: NYT > Sports | 3 Dec 2008 | 7:37 am

Bryant and Lakers Thriving Without the Drama

The Lakers lack their previous teams’ knack for sideshows, creating few off-court headlines while pummeling opponents on their way to a league-best 14-1 start.


Source: NYT > Sports | 3 Dec 2008 | 7:36 am

Blazers 104, Knicks 97: Worn-Out Knicks Let the Blazers Pull Away

Brandon Roy was dominant in spurts and in control during crunch time, leading the Portland Trail Blazers to a victory over the Knicks.


Source: NYT > Sports | 3 Dec 2008 | 7:35 am

Oden Goes From No. 1 to Part of a Foundation

Blazers Coach Nate McMillan has spent the past year insisting that Greg Oden devote himself to working hard, learning how to set screens, defending the basket and rebounding.


Source: NYT > Sports | 3 Dec 2008 | 7:34 am

Men's Roundup: No. 4 Duke Turns Back Toughest Challenge Yet

Kyle Singler had 20 points and 12 rebounds, and No. 4 Duke beat No. 9 Purdue, 76-60, on Tuesday night in the A.C.C./Big Ten Challenge.


Source: NYT > Sports | 3 Dec 2008 | 7:32 am

N.H.L. Roundup: Avery Punished for Vulgar Remark

The N.H.L. suspended Dallas Stars forward Sean Avery indefinitely for “inappropriate public comments, not pertaining to the game.”


Source: NYT > Sports | 3 Dec 2008 | 7:32 am

N.B.A. Roundup: With Strong Second Half, Wizards Upend Nets

Houston guard Tracy McGrady will miss three weeks to rehabilitate his sore left knee, another blow in an injury-plagued season for the Rockets.


Source: NYT > Sports | 3 Dec 2008 | 7:30 am

Avery banned for girlfriend remark

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Source: SI.com | 3 Dec 2008 | 6:55 am

Kelly to coach Oregon when Bellotti steps aside

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Source: SI.com | 3 Dec 2008 | 6:46 am

World No.1 Jankovic in doubt for Sydney International (AFP)

AFP - World No. 1 Jelena Jankovic is in doubt for next month's Sydney International and will have to request a wildcard to play in the tournament, according to officials.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 3 Dec 2008 | 6:24 am

Source: Vazquez goes to Braves in 5-player deal

Right-handed pitcher Javier Vazquez has been told he's headed from the Chicago White Sox to the Atlanta Braves in a deal which is likely to be finalized on Wednesday.
Source: ESPN.com | 3 Dec 2008 | 5:58 am

Substitution pattern doesn't sit well with Lakers' Andrew Bynum

He is perplexed that the second unit is taken out early in the fourth quarter in loss to Pacers. The group helped Lakers take a 16-point lead, but also let the margin slip to eight.

In his own, low-key way, Lakers center Andrew Bynum was critical of Coach Phil Jackson's substitution pattern in the fourth quarter of tonight's 118-117 loss to the Indiana Pacers.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 3 Dec 2008 | 5:23 am

Substitution pattern doesn't sit well with Lakers' Andrew Bynum

He is perplexed that the second unit is taken out early in the fourth quarter in loss to Pacers. The group helped Lakers take a 16-point lead, but also let the margin slip to eight. ...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 3 Dec 2008 | 5:23 am

Pacers proved no pushovers

The Celtics might not have drawn a red circle around the date on their calendars. But there is a heightened sense of awareness that tonight's opponent, Indiana, is the only team that has defeated them...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 3 Dec 2008 | 5:00 am

Pacers' huge fourth-quarter rally shocks Lakers

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Source: ESPN.com | 3 Dec 2008 | 4:53 am

Simpson, co-defendant face 18-year sentences

State authorities are recommending that O.J. Simpson and a co-defendant be sentenced to 18 years in prison for the gunpoint robbery and kidnapping of two sports memorabilia dealers, according to documents filed Tuesday.
Source: ESPN.com | 3 Dec 2008 | 4:52 am

Lamar Odom still a slow starter

Lakers looking to get more offense from the forward, who now comes off the bench.

Lamar Odom was the Lakers' second option a year ago, averaging almost a dozen shots a game before Pau Gasol was acquired.
Source: L.A. Times - Sports | 3 Dec 2008 | 4:40 am

Reports: Weis will return to coach Notre Dame

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Source: SI.com | 3 Dec 2008 | 4:15 am

Reports: Weis will return next year at Notre Dame (AP)

AP - Charlie Weis will return for a fifth season at Notre Dame despite another disappointing year, several media outlets reported Tuesday night.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 3 Dec 2008 | 4:10 am

Braves acquire Vazquez from ChiSox

The Braves have reached tentative agreement with the White Sox on a trade that would bring veteran right-handed starter Javier Vazquez to Atlanta, SI.com has confirmed.
Source: SI.com | 3 Dec 2008 | 4:06 am

NFL suspends six for violations of steroid policy

The NFL suspended six players for violating the league's anabolic steroid and related substances policy.
Source: ESPN.com | 3 Dec 2008 | 4:05 am

Texas could still be named AP's national champ

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Source: SI.com | 3 Dec 2008 | 2:44 am

Forde: The Dashies

While the BCS continues to provide annual snafus, The Dash is proud to present his annual awards: The Dashies.
Source: ESPN.com | 3 Dec 2008 | 2:39 am

Oregon tabs Kelly as Bellotti's eventual successor

Oregon has picked offensive coordinator Chip Kelly to be head coach Mike Bellotti's eventual successor, though school officials did not say when that will happen.
Source: ESPN.com | 3 Dec 2008 | 2:26 am

Cowboys put 'Pacman' back on 53-man roster

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Source: SI.com | 3 Dec 2008 | 1:18 am

Burnley knocks Arsenal out of Carling Cup

After knocking Chelsea out, Burnley did it again by ousting Arsenal from the Carling Cup 2-0 on Tuesday.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 3 Dec 2008 | 1:17 am

Ronaldo wins Golden Ball award as Europe's best

Cristiano Ronaldo added the Golden Ball to his growing collection of prestigious awards on Tuesday.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 3 Dec 2008 | 1:10 am

NFL suspends six players for doping violations

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Source: SI.com | 2 Dec 2008 | 11:44 pm

Derby cup run thrills boss Jewell

Derby boss Paul manager hails his team's fighting spirit as they beat Stoke in the Carling Cup quarter-finals.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 2 Dec 2008 | 11:40 pm

Peter King: What's next for the Giants

Plaxico Burress is done for the season. What is next for the Giants? Peter King looks at three factors the Super Bowl champions will now have to address.
Source: SI.com | 2 Dec 2008 | 11:08 pm

Burnley display no shock - Coyle

Burnley manager Owen Coyle says his side were worthy winners after beating Premier League Arsenal in the Carling Cup.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 2 Dec 2008 | 11:00 pm

Huntelaar agrees Real Madrid move

Netherlands striker Klaas-Jan Huntelaar will move to Real Madrid in January, the Spanish champions have said.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 2 Dec 2008 | 9:39 pm

Alonso in quit threat over rules

Double world champion Fernando Alonso says he could quit F1 if rules to bring in a standard engine go ahead.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 2 Dec 2008 | 7:11 pm

Sampras in London: Roger, Rafa may both break mark

Pete Sampras has long been preparing for the day when Roger Federer eclipses his record of 14 major tennis titles. He's now starting to come to grips with the fact that Rafael Nadal might be able to do it as well.
Source: Tennis News: CBSSports.com | 2 Dec 2008 | 7:11 pm

Ballesteros has fourth operation

Golf great Seve Ballesteros is back in intensive care after undergoing a fourth brain operation.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 2 Dec 2008 | 5:44 pm

Sampras backs Murray to win major

Pete Sampras believes Andy Murray is on the cusp of winning a Grand Slam title - but voices doubt over whether Rafa Nadal is equipped for a long reign as world number one.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 2 Dec 2008 | 5:35 pm

NFL star Burress faces gun charge

An American footballer who scored the Super Bowl's winning touchdown faces criminal charges for shooting himself in the leg.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 2 Dec 2008 | 4:25 pm

SI's Sportsman Of The Year: Michael Phelps

Michael Phelps captivated the planet over eight thrilling days in Beijing. Eight Olympic gold medals. Seven world records. Now he's SI's Sportsman of the Year.
Source: SI.com | 2 Dec 2008 | 3:20 pm