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Source: ESPN.com | 7 Dec 2008 | 12:31 pm

Gaydamak ready to sell Portsmouth

Portsmouth owner Alexandre Gaydamak puts the Premier League club up for sale.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 7 Dec 2008 | 12:26 pm

Bring back Scotland v England games: Ferguson (AFP)

Manchester United boss Alex Ferguson, seen here, has added his voice to the growing clamour for a revival of the annual games between England and Scotland.(AFP/File/Andrew Yates)AFP - Manchester United boss Alex Ferguson has added his voice to the growing clamour for a revival of the annual games between England and Scotland.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 7 Dec 2008 | 11:50 am

Punchestown meeting is postponed

Sunday's meeting at Punchestown, featuring the John Durkan Memorial Punchestown Chase, is postponed due to frost.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 7 Dec 2008 | 11:41 am

Gators chomp past Bama for SEC title; eye BCS bid (AP)

Florida quarterback Tim Tebow (15) gets the crowd excited near the end of a 31-20 win over top ranked Alabama in the NCAA college football Southeastern Conference Championship game at the Georgia Dome in Atlanta Saturday, Dec. 6, 2008. (AP Photo/Dave Martin)AP - Florida appears headed back to the national championship game. Alabama picked the worst possible time for its first loss of the season.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 7 Dec 2008 | 11:38 am

Sooners slam Mizzou for Big 12 title; eye BCS bid (AP)

Oklahoma running back Morris Madu (17) breaks away from Missouri defensive back Kenji Jackosn as he runs for a touchdown during the fourth quarter of the Big 12 Championship football game Saturday, Dec. 6, 2008 in Kansas City, Mo. Oklahoma won the game 62-21. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel)AP - Sam Bradford and Oklahoma wanted to drive home one point: They belong in the BCS championship game. The No. 4 Sooners did that with a 62-21 blowout of No. 19 Missouri for the Big 12 title Saturday night.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 7 Dec 2008 | 11:37 am

Sarwan shines in Windies warm-up

Ramnaresh Sarwan hits 158 as West Indies draw their Test warm-up game in New Zealand.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 7 Dec 2008 | 10:38 am

England call up Khan and Rashid

Fast bowler Amjad Khan is added to England's squad for the two-Test series in India, while Adil Rashid is named as back-up.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 7 Dec 2008 | 10:32 am

No. 13 Cincinnati dodges bullet, upends Hawaii

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Source: ESPN.com | 7 Dec 2008 | 10:10 am

Ogilvy breaks home duck to win Australian PGA golf title

Former US Open champion Geoff Ogilvy won his first Australian tournament in style with a two-stroke win in the 1.5-million-dollar (970,000-US) Australian PGA Championship on Sunday.
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 7 Dec 2008 | 10:06 am

England squad await tour decision

England's cricketers will discover later on Sunday whether their proposed tour of India will go ahead.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 7 Dec 2008 | 9:51 am

Tebow leads Gators past 'Bama for SEC crown

With a spot in the BCS title game hanging in the balance, Tim Tebow carried Florida with his defining performance to date, writes SI.com's Stewart Mandel.
Source: SI.com | 7 Dec 2008 | 9:13 am

Brewers may up ante for CC

The Brewers apparently mean business.
Source: SI.com | 7 Dec 2008 | 9:12 am

No. 13 Cincinnati rallies to beat Hawaii 29-24 (AP)

AP - Marty Gilyard caught a 69-yard touchdown pass with 4:42 to play and Cincinnati's defense stepped up as the 13th-ranked Bearcats rallied for 19 straight points in the wild final quarter to beat Hawaii 29-24 on Saturday night.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 7 Dec 2008 | 8:32 am

Va. Tech beats BC; wins 2nd straight ACC title

Dangle the Atlantic Coast Conference title in front of Virginia Tech and the Hokies will find a way to grab it. Tyrod Taylor scored two first-half touchdowns and Darren Evans ran for 114...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 7 Dec 2008 | 8:29 am

Oilers snap Sharks' 9-game winning streak (AP)

Edmonton Oilers goalie Dwayne Roloson stops a shot on goal against the San Jose Sharks during the second period of an NHL hockey game in San Jose, Calif. on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2008. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)AP - Dwayne Roloson is still the San Jose Sharks' most improbable nemesis. Edmonton's 39-year-old goalie made 41 saves in his latest jaw-dropping effort against San Jose, and the NHL-leading Sharks' nine-game winning streak ended on Kyle Brodziak's goal 2:40 into overtime in the Oilers' 3-2 victory Saturday night.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 7 Dec 2008 | 8:27 am

Sooners and Gators End the Debate on the Field

Barring an extreme turn of events, Oklahoma and Florida, both 12-1, will finish Nos. 1 and 2 in the final B.C.S. rankings and play for the national title.


Source: NYT > Sports | 7 Dec 2008 | 8:27 am

Wade's 38 carries Heat past Thunder 105-99 (AP)

Miami Heat guard Dwyane Wade (3) shoots as Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jeff Green, right, defends in the first quarter during an NBA basketball game in Miami, Saturday, Dec. 6, 2008. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)AP - NBA scoring leader Dwyane Wade scored 25 of his 38 points in the first half and the Miami Heat won their third straight, beating the reeling Oklahoma City Thunder 105-99 on Saturday night.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 7 Dec 2008 | 8:26 am

Cowboys' Barber doesn't make trip to Pittsburgh (AP)

In this July 26, 2008 file photo, Dallas Cowboys running back Marion Barber walks onto the practice field during NFL football training camp in Oxnard, Calif. Cowboys linebacker DeMarcus Ware sat on a training table laughing while getting treatment on his left knee. Running back Marion Barber walked through the locker room without a noticeable limp being caused by a dislocated right pinkie toe. But Ware, the NFL sacks leader, and Barber didn't practice Monday Dec. 1, 2008, the first time the Cowboys were back on the field since both were hurt Thanksgiving Day. (AP Photo/Tony Gutierrez, File)AP - Dallas Cowboys running back Marion Barber did not make the team's trip to Pittsburgh for Sunday's game against the Steelers, meaning rookie Tashard Choice will make his first NFL start.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 7 Dec 2008 | 8:24 am

Sanchez, defense lead No. 5 USC into Rose Bowl (AP)

Southern California running back Stafon Johnson scores between UCLA safety Glenn Love, left, and cornerback Lowell Rose during the first half of an NCAA college football game at the Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Calif., Saturday, Dec. 6, 2008. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson)AP - For a few precious minutes, UCLA had visions of a second straight shocking upset over Southern California at the Rose Bowl. Then, reality set in.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 7 Dec 2008 | 8:22 am

Sanchez, defense lead No. 5 USC into Rose Bowl

For a few precious minutes, UCLA had visions of a second straight shocking upset over Southern California at the Rose Bowl. Then, reality set in. Mark Sanchez passed for 269 yards and...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 7 Dec 2008 | 8:22 am

No. 2 Florida 31, No. 1 Alabama 20: Florida Shows Power and Aims for Title

The Gators will head to the national championship after beating Alabama in the Southeastern Conference title game.


Source: NYT > Sports | 7 Dec 2008 | 8:22 am

No. 4 Oklahoma 62, No. 19 Missouri 21: Oklahoma Answers Doubters With a Resounding Victory

With its trouncing of No. 19 Missouri, No. 4 Oklahoma clinched a berth in the national championship game against No. 2 Florida.


Source: NYT > Sports | 7 Dec 2008 | 8:21 am

Michigan knocks off another top 5 team in Duke

Suddenly, Michigan isn't a rebuilding team. DeShawn Sims scored a career-high 28 points, leading the Wolverines to an 81-73 victory over No. 4 Duke on Saturday. The Wolverines (6-2) beat
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 7 Dec 2008 | 8:20 am

Michigan knocks off another top 5 team in Duke (AP)

Michigan forward DeShawn Sims (34) drives to the basket past Duke center Brian Zoubek (55) and guard Jon Scheyer, right, during the first half of an NCAA college basketball game at Crisler Arena in Ann Arbor, Mich., Saturday, Dec. 6, 2008. Sims scored a career-high 28 points to lead the Wolverines to an 81-73 victory over No. 4 Duke. (AP Photo/Tony Ding)AP - Suddenly, Michigan isn't a rebuilding team. DeShawn Sims scored a career-high 28 points, leading the Wolverines to an 81-73 victory over No. 4 Duke on Saturday.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 7 Dec 2008 | 8:20 am

No. 13 Cincinnati rallies to beat Hawaii 29-24

Marty Gilyard caught a 69-yard touchdown pass with 4:42 to play and Cincinnati's defense stepped up as the 13th-ranked Bearcats rallied for 19 straight points in the final quarter to beat...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 7 Dec 2008 | 8:19 am

Pacquiao dominates, stops De La Hoya in 8th round (AP)

WBC lightweight champion Manny Pacquiao throws a left to the head of Oscar De La Hoya during the first round of their welterweight boxing match in Las Vegas, Saturday, Dec. 6, 2008. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)AP - Manny Pacquiao fought a lot bigger than he looked. Oscar De La Hoya simply looked old. Pacquiao dominated his bigger and more famous opponent from the opening bell Saturday night, giving De La Hoya a beating and closing his left eye before De La Hoya declined to come out of his corner after the eighth round.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 7 Dec 2008 | 8:17 am

USC upends UCLA, punches ticket for Rose Bowl

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Source: ESPN.com | 7 Dec 2008 | 8:10 am

Victorious Froch wants Calzaghe

New WBC super-middleweight champion Carl Froch will try to tempt Welsh legend Joe Calzaghe into one last fight.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 7 Dec 2008 | 8:07 am

ACC title: All-around play sends Va. Tech past BC

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Source: ESPN.com | 7 Dec 2008 | 8:06 am

Trojans' David Buehler kicks himself

Senior misses three field-goal tries and blames it on being 'too pumped up.' David Buehler suffered through the worst game of his USC...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 7 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

Analyzing Manny Pacquiao's victory over Oscar De La Hoya

Times staff writer Lance Pugmire goes round-by-round in a fight that almost certainly ended an era in the sport. ...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 7 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

This time, a Kings lead is good to the end

L.A.'s 3-0 victory over Columbus is a major achievement for a team that had been overtaken in three straight games. ...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 7 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

Florida wins one title and gets a shot at another

After Tim Tebow leads the Gators' intense victory over Alabama, the BCS championship game might be a letdown. ...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 7 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

Steve Sarkisian headed to Washington

Trojans' offensive coordinator tells his players after victory over UCLA. He will stay with USC through the Rose Bowl. ...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 7 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

These UCLA fans put games in perspective

The death of a friend changes everything. On another day maybe the opening sentence here reads: "Congrats to UCLA quarterback Ben Olson...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 7 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

Bruins take the fight to Trojans

USC wins the game, of course, but Neuheisel's team shows promise of better days ahead. It was the most striking...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 7 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

UCLA's DeWayne Walker can't do anything about these passes

The architect of UCLA's stout defense watches as others continue to fill college head coaching jobs. Trojans 28,...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 7 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

Manny Pacquiao leaves no doubt against Oscar De La Hoya

Littler man dominates the welterweight fight, which is stopped after the eighth round. On a stunning Saturday...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 7 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

Clippers beat up on a lesser foe

Timberwolves have their own issues. Rumors of change after a continued slide, perhaps even as drastic as a coaching...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 7 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

Ethiopia's Kebede wins Fukuoka marathon

Beijing Olympic bronze medallist Tsegaye Kebede of Ethiopia has won the Fukuoka international men's marathon, setting a personal best time as well as a new record. The...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 7 Dec 2008 | 7:55 am

Ogilvy claims Australian PGA win

Former US Open champion Geoff Ogilvy wins the Australian PGA championship by two strokes.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 7 Dec 2008 | 7:51 am

NHL Canadiens' Markov hit in face by puck

Montreal Canadiens defenseman Andrei Markov left 2-1 overtime loss to the New Jersey Devils after he was hit in the face by the puck. The Russian was hit by a puck that...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 7 Dec 2008 | 7:45 am

Suns snap skid wth NBA win over Jazz

Amare Stoudemire's late jump shot and clutch free-throws from Steve Nash saw the Phoenix Suns snap a four-game National Basketball Association losing streak with a win over Utah.
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 7 Dec 2008 | 7:37 am

Barea comes up big again for NBA Mavericks

Jose Juan Barea improved his season high for points for the third straight game as the Dallas Mavericks edged the Atlanta Hawks 100-98 in a National Basketball Association contest.
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 7 Dec 2008 | 7:28 am

ECU Liberty Bowl-bound after claiming C-USA title

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Source: ESPN.com | 7 Dec 2008 | 7:20 am

It’s Always a Numbers Game for Boras, Agent to the Stars

Scott Boras, the agent for several high-profile free agents, is optimistic that they will receive big contracts this off-season.


Source: NYT > Sports | 7 Dec 2008 | 7:13 am

Men’s Roundup: Michigan Topples No. 4 Duke for Second Upset in Two Weeks

DeShawn Sims scored a career-high 28 points Saturday to lead Michigan to an 81-73 victory against visiting Duke.


Source: NYT > Sports | 7 Dec 2008 | 7:10 am

Sports of The Times: A Vote for Change the N.C.A.A. Should Heed

President-elect Barack Obama should deliver an ultimatum to college presidents, conference commissioners and bowl representatives: come up with a playoff system, or give up the bogus tax-exempt status they have enjoyed for so long.


Source: NYT > Sports | 7 Dec 2008 | 7:09 am

Smaller Pacquiao Topples De La Hoya

Manny Pacquiao’s win was so lopsided that it could mean the end for Oscar De La Hoya, boxing’s richest and most marketable star.


Source: NYT > Sports | 7 Dec 2008 | 7:06 am

TV Sports: Fox Casts Furry Gopher as the Next Nascar Star

Is Digger, the cartoon gopher who pops out of his hole periodically on Fox’s Nascar broadcasts, a gearhead SpongeBob SquarePants?


Source: NYT > Sports | 7 Dec 2008 | 7:05 am

For New Leader of U.S.O.C., It’s About More Than Games

Larry Probst, the new chairman of the United State Olympics Committee, aims to draw younger fans with a TV network and video and online games.


Source: NYT > Sports | 7 Dec 2008 | 7:03 am

Filipino boxing icon Pacquiao punishes De la Hoya for technical knockout triumph

Manny Pacquiao punished Oscar de la Hoya for eight rounds Saturday, his technical knockout triumph over the US superstar underscoring the Filipino icon's status as best pound-for-pound...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 7 Dec 2008 | 7:00 am

Jets’ Jones Lives a Dream of Passion and Purpose

Thomas Jones is nearing the end of perhaps his most satisfying season, in which his production and the Jets’ contender status are converging.


Source: NYT > Sports | 7 Dec 2008 | 6:59 am

Pacquiao stops 'empty' De la Hoya

Dominant Manny Pacquiao stuns Oscar de la Hoya with a technical knockout after eight rounds of their welterweight contest in Las Vegas.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 7 Dec 2008 | 6:50 am

Pacquiao gives De La Hoya a beating

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Source: SI.com | 7 Dec 2008 | 6:45 am

Tom Verducci: Maddux synonymous with the art of pitching

There will never be another Greg Maddux. The magic show is over.
Source: SI.com | 7 Dec 2008 | 5:24 am

Titans, Cards should study '98 Vikings

The Titans and Cards should study the rise and fall of the '98 Vikings.
Source: SI.com | 7 Dec 2008 | 5:17 am

It's official: USC's Sarkisian to coach Washington

USC offensive coordinator Steve Sarkisian confirmed after Saturday's game with UCLA that he will become the new head football coach at Washington.
Source: ESPN.com | 7 Dec 2008 | 4:17 am

Three-time defending FCS champ App. St. loses

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Source: ESPN.com | 7 Dec 2008 | 3:54 am

Magic number: Frazar fires 59 for Q-school lead

Harrison Frazar has shot a 59 in the fourth round of the PGA Tour qualifying tournament, the first player in eight years to hit golf's magic number at Q-school.
Source: ESPN.com | 7 Dec 2008 | 3:37 am

Sarkisian accepts UW coaching job

USC offensive coordinator Steve Sarkisian has accepted the job as the head football coach at Washington he said after USC's 28-7 win over UCLA. A formal announcement will be made later tonight.
Source: SI.com | 7 Dec 2008 | 2:55 am

Pitt headed to Sun Bowl after beating UConn

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Source: ESPN.com | 7 Dec 2008 | 2:52 am

Cowboys rule out Barber for game in Pittsburgh

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Source: SI.com | 7 Dec 2008 | 2:15 am

A-Rod will play for Dominican Republic in WBC

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Source: SI.com | 7 Dec 2008 | 1:44 am

A-Rod to play for Dominican team at 2009 WBC

Alex Rodriguez says he will play for the Dominican Republic in the 2009 World Baseball Classic.
Source: ESPN.com | 7 Dec 2008 | 1:38 am

Hughton explains Kinnear outburst

Newcastle coach Chris Hughton blames the "emotional" nature of football for manager Joe Kinnear's dismissal during the draw against Stoke.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 6 Dec 2008 | 10:25 pm

Owen talks delayed by 'turmoil'

Michael Owen pinpoints Newcastle's boardroom "turmoil" as the reason for the delay in agreeing a new contract.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 6 Dec 2008 | 7:41 pm

Sampras loses to Pioline, falls short of seniors final

Pete Sampras, playing in a seniors' tournament at Royal Albert Hall, lost to Cedric Pioline 7-6 (7), 7-6 (5) Saturday. But not reaching Sunday's final didn't diminish the enjoyment of the trip for the seven-time Wimbledon champ.

Source: Tennis News: CBSSports.com | 6 Dec 2008 | 5:39 pm

Atletico president worries over Marseille match

Atletico Madrid is worried that the jailing of a Marseille fan could put the Spanish club at risk in their next match.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 6 Dec 2008 | 1:07 pm

Spurs-Burnley, Derby-Man U in League Cup semis

The remaining Premier League teams have been kept apart in the League Cup semifinals with defending champion Tottenham drawn against Burnley on Saturday and Manchester United to face Derby.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 6 Dec 2008 | 12:47 pm

From Russia with Vagner Love

CSKA Moscow's Vagner Love says he wants a move to England with Chelsea said to be interested in him.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 6 Dec 2008 | 12:31 pm

Wenger: Arsenal nearly landed Ron

Arsene Wenger has revealed Portugal winger Cristiano Ronaldo was so once close to signing for Arsenal he even had a shirt made up.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 6 Dec 2008 | 11:41 am

Fergie urges Tevez to be patient

Sir Alex Ferguson insists Carlos Tevez has no need to feel aggrieved at a lack of games for Manchester United this season.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 6 Dec 2008 | 11:21 am

Beckham scoreless as Galaxy wins 3-0

David Beckham thrilled a crowd of 20,000 as the L.A. Galaxy beat an Oceania XI 3-0 in a friendly match on Saturday.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 6 Dec 2008 | 10:53 am