Off-spinner Brown signs for Notts

Former Northants off-spinner Jason Brown signs for Nottinghamshire on a two-year deal.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 10 Dec 2008 | 1:01 pm

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Source: ESPN.com | 10 Dec 2008 | 12:56 pm

Rafa rejected Ryan's exit request

Ryan Babel has revealed he asked Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez about a loan move away from Anfield - but was given a firm 'no' in reply.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 10 Dec 2008 | 12:54 pm

India and England focus on "emotional" Test series

Rival captains Kevin Pietersen of England and Mahendra Singh Dhoni of India urged team-mates to forget tragedy and focus on cricket when the two-Test series starts on Thursday.
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 10 Dec 2008 | 12:48 pm

Kiwis set to begin new Moles era

New Zealand take on West Indies in Dunedin in their first Test under new coach Andy Moles.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 10 Dec 2008 | 12:45 pm

K-Rod to Mets; Kerry Wood headed to Indians (AP)

In this Aug. 28, 2008 file photo, Los Angeles Angels closing pitcher Francisco Rodriguez throws against the Texas Rangers in the ninth inning of a baseball game in Anaheim, Calif. The record-setting Rodriguez and the New York Mets reached a preliminary agreement on Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2008 on a $37 million, three-year contract. (AP Photo/Mark Avery, File)AP - Francisco Rodriguez became the first top-tier free agent to reach an agreement when he decided to join the New York Mets, Kerry Wood was close to a deal with Cleveland at the winter meetings and Yankees general manager Brian Cashman traveled to California to meet again with CC Sabathia.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 10 Dec 2008 | 12:37 pm

Report: Sabathia, Yanks come to terms on deal

LAS VEGAS (AP) -- Yankees general manager Brian Cashman left the winter meetings Tuesday and traveled to the San Francisco area to meet with CC Sabathia.


Source: SI.com | 10 Dec 2008 | 12:35 pm

Lewsey retires from England duty

Josh Lewsey, a World Cup winner in 2003, decides to call time on his England career.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 10 Dec 2008 | 12:32 pm

Lewsey retires from international rugby

Josh Lewsey announced on Wednesday his retirement from playing for England with immediate effect. Lewsey, a member of the England team that won the World Cup in 2003, will...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 10 Dec 2008 | 12:11 pm

British teams look ahead to knockout stages of Champions League (AFP)

Manchester United's Paul Scholes (right) attends a training session at the Carrington training complex on the eve of their Champions League match against Aalborg at Old Trafford.(AFP/Andrew Yates)AFP - Manchester United and Arsenal will be among eight teams battling to finish first in their respective Champions League groups when this phase of the competition ends on Wednesday.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 10 Dec 2008 | 11:57 am

Clark poised for Huddersfield job

Norwich City assistant boss Lee Clark is set to join Huddersfield Town as manager.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 10 Dec 2008 | 11:40 am

Spireites boss explains gift goal

Chesterfield manager Lee Richardson explains why he gifted Droylsden an equaliser in their controversial FA Cup second round tie, which ended 2-2.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 10 Dec 2008 | 11:40 am

Irish Open rescued by new sponsor

The future of the Irish Open is secured with the news of a new title sponsor.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 10 Dec 2008 | 11:35 am

Schuster gets big payout from Real Madrid

German coach Bernd Schuster will receive 4.5 million euros (5.8 million dollars) in compensation from Real Madrid after he was replaced Tuesday by former Sevilla and Tottenham boss Juande...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 10 Dec 2008 | 11:34 am

F1 to hold landmark budget talks

F1 teams will meet motorsport boss Max Mosley in Monte Carlo on Wednesday for landmark talks that could change the face of the sport.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 10 Dec 2008 | 11:29 am

Maccarinelli 'keen on UFC switch'

Enzo Maccarinelli is interested in joining the Ultimate Fighting Championship, according to UFC UK president Marshall Zelaznik.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 10 Dec 2008 | 11:28 am

Benitez edges towards deal with Liverpool

Rafael Benitez insists Liverpool's future is in good hands as he edges closer to a new deal that will ensure he is at the helm of the Premier League leaders for another four and a half...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 10 Dec 2008 | 11:22 am

A 73-Year-Old Gives Basketball a Second Shot

Ken Mink, 73, played college basketball when Eisenhower was the president. Now he is doing it again, this time as the nation’s oldest player.


Source: NYT > Sports | 10 Dec 2008 | 11:14 am

Tickets.com and Wolf Trap Foundation for the Performing Arts Sign Long-Term Contract for Exclusive Ticketing Technologies and Services

COSTA MESA, Calif., Dec. 10 /PRNewswire/ -- Tickets.com, a leading worldwide provider of integrated ticketing solutions, announces an exclusive ticketing services agreement with...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 10 Dec 2008 | 11:00 am

ME says Celtics fan died of 'natural causes' (AP)

AP - Officials said a 22-year-old man who died 11 days after he stopped breathing while in police custody during Boston Celtics championship celebrations died of "natural causes."
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 10 Dec 2008 | 10:47 am

ME says Celtics fan died of 'natural causes'

Officials said a 22-year-old man who died 11 days after he stopped breathing while in police custody during Boston Celtics championship celebrations died of "natural causes." The state...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 10 Dec 2008 | 10:47 am

Cashman leaves winter meetings to see CC

Yankees general manager Brian Cashman left the winter meetings Tuesday and traveled to the San Francisco area to meet with CC Sabathia. The New York Post reported on its Web site early...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 10 Dec 2008 | 10:39 am

Edler, Canucks pull out 3-1 win over Predators (AP)

Vancouver Canucks left wing Alex Burrows (14) hits Nashville Predators right wing J. P. Dumont, center, in the second period of an NHL hockey game in Nashville, Tenn., Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2008. The hit led to a fight involving several players from both teams. At left is Predators right wing Martin Erat (10) of the Czech Republic. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)AP - The Vancouver Canucks are trying to finish off their longest road trip of the season in better fashion than they started.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 10 Dec 2008 | 10:38 am

Edler, Canucks pull out 3-1 win over Predators

The Vancouver Canucks are trying to finish off their longest road trip of the season in better fashion than they started. Alexander Edler scored a power-play goal 24 seconds into the...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 10 Dec 2008 | 10:38 am

No. 6 Texas beats No. 15 'Nova in Jimmy V Classic (AP)

Texas' Dexter Pittman (34) dunks the ball as teammate Connor Atchley, right, and Villanova's Antonio Pena (0) look on in the first half during the Jimmy V Classic NCAA college basketball game Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2008, at Madison Square Garden in New York. (AP Photo/Julie Jacobson)AP - The theories of hard early schedule vs. easier start to the season met head on — and the tougher slate prevailed.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 10 Dec 2008 | 10:37 am

No. 6 Texas beats No. 15 'Nova in Jimmy V Classic

The theories of hard early schedule vs. easier start to the season met head on _ and the tougher slate prevailed. No. 6 Texas, facing its third top 15 team of the season, beat No. 15...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 10 Dec 2008 | 10:37 am

Pryce set to make Wigan debut

Karl Pryce is cleared to make his long-awaited Wigan debut on 28 December after missing the whole of last season with a foot injury.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 10 Dec 2008 | 10:28 am

Confident Wenger has no fear

Arsene Wenger is "not scared" Arsenal will fail to deliver against Porto and win their Champions League group.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 10 Dec 2008 | 10:13 am

Yankees chase Sabathia; K-Rod agrees with Mets

Yankees general manager Brian Cashman dashed off to California after CC Sabathia, while the New York Mets and Cleveland Indians closed in on big-name closers at baseball's winter meetings.
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 10 Dec 2008 | 10:07 am

N.F.L. Roundup: Union Files Grievance on Behalf of Burress

The N.F.L. Players Association filed a grievance challenging the suspension and fine the Giants levied against receiver Plaxico Burress.


Source: NYT > Sports | 10 Dec 2008 | 10:00 am

Prem trio in hunt for Inter ace

Newcastle, Aston Villa and Everton are reportedly eyeing a move for Inter Milan striker David Suazo during January's transfer window.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 10 Dec 2008 | 9:40 am

Adams set for Surrey manager role

Former Sussex captain Chris Adams is expected to be named as Surrey cricket manager on Wednesday.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 10 Dec 2008 | 9:16 am

Fergie in pursuit of world crown

Manager Sir Alex Ferguson insists Manchester United will travel to the FIFA Club World Cup with the intention of winning the tournament.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 10 Dec 2008 | 8:50 am

United are in it to win it - Neville

Manchester United captain Gary Neville has told his teammates next week's trip to Japan for the FIFA Club World Cup is no holiday.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 10 Dec 2008 | 8:40 am

Feeling Pinch, N.F.L. Will Cut About 150 Jobs

The N.F.L., widely considered the most successful sports league in North America, will reduce its staff by about 150 employees after the Super Bowl.


Source: NYT > Sports | 10 Dec 2008 | 8:34 am

Sports Museum Having Problems

The Sports Museum of America, which opened in Lower Manhattan in May, has laid off employees and slashed ticket prices, and said it would no longer be open Mondays.


Source: NYT > Sports | 10 Dec 2008 | 8:33 am

TV Sports: In Kubek, Hall Honors an Authentic Voice

Tony Kubek, a former Yankees shortstop, was named the winner of the Ford C. Frick Award, which the National Baseball Hall of Fame presents annually to a broadcaster.


Source: NYT > Sports | 10 Dec 2008 | 8:33 am

Lawyers Point Out Earlier Case That Contradicts Zero-Tolerance Policy

Lawyers for the six players suspended by the NFL for testing positive for a diuretic say the league has enforced its drug policy inconsistently.


Source: NYT > Sports | 10 Dec 2008 | 8:32 am

N.B.A. Roundup: Knocking Down Records, Cavaliers Continue Hot Streak

LeBron James scored 31 points and set the team record for steals and Cleveland moved to 12-0 at home with a 114-94 victory over the Toronto Raptors.


Source: NYT > Sports | 10 Dec 2008 | 8:31 am

Bulls 105, Knicks 100: Knicks Hit Cold Spell in Final Minutes

Chicago’s Larry Hughes made a 3-pointer with 55.3 seconds remaining, breaking a tie and sending the Knicks to a loss Tuesday night at the United Center.


Source: NYT > Sports | 10 Dec 2008 | 8:31 am

The Temporary No. 1 Goalie

Goaltender Scott Clemmensen rejoined the Devils to back up Martin Brodeur, a job that hardly results in much ice time. But now Clemmensen is piling one good game atop another.


Source: NYT > Sports | 10 Dec 2008 | 8:29 am

N.H.L. Roundup: Gagné Leads the Flyers Past the Islanders and Into a Tie for Second Place

Simon Gagné scored a tie-breaking power-play goal with less than nine minutes left to lead the Philadelphia Flyers to a 4-3 victory over the Islanders.


Source: NYT > Sports | 10 Dec 2008 | 8:28 am

Shaquille O'Neal not expected to face Lakers

The former Laker is not expected to travel with the Phoenix Suns for Wednesday's game in L.A. He's scheduled to attend funeral services for his grandmother in New Jersey. ...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 10 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

It's amazing what you can learn in Scott Boras' suite

Agent still trying to get Manny Ramirez to stay with the Dodgers, but Angels owner Arte Moreno pays a visit. Here's...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 10 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

Angels weren't really close on Francisco Rodriguez

Though the record-setting closer's three-year, $37-million deal with the Mets is similar to what Angels offered 13 months ago, they made virtually no attempt to re-sign him this winter. ...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 10 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

Casey Blake to stay with Dodgers, who reopen talks with Manny Ramirez

Third baseman agrees to terms; General Manager Ned Colletti says of Ramirez: "Manny would still like to be a Dodger." ...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 10 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

Mark Teixeira remains Angels' Plan A

There might not be a Plan B in their big free-agent thoughts, with GM saying Manny Ramirez isn't a likely possibility and the Yankees going hard after CC Sabathia. ...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 10 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

DeWayne Walker a finalist for San Diego State job

UCLA's defensive coordinator has been mentioned as a candidate for several college and NFL posts. UCLA defensive...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 10 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

Lakers' worst offense is a bad defense

They put up little fight against the hustling Kings, who score 113 points, shoot 49.4% and hand L.A. its third, and worst, defeat this season. ...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 10 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

Dodgers knew Jason Schmidt had shoulder problem

In insurance suit, they claim torn labrum that needed surgery was unrelated to previous rotator cuff tear. Casey Blake signs three-year deal. ...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 10 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

World Week In Pictures, Dec. 10

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Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 10 Dec 2008 | 7:58 am

Turkoglu's last-second 3 lifts Magic past Blazers

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Source: ESPN.com | 10 Dec 2008 | 7:26 am

Kings snap eight-game skid by stunning Lakers

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Source: ESPN.com | 10 Dec 2008 | 7:09 am

Duncan puts Spurs on his back in 2OT thriller

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Source: ESPN.com | 10 Dec 2008 | 6:35 am

Luke Winn: Curry creates another Moment

Now everyone wants their own Stephen Curry Moment. The Davidson star delivered vs. West Virginia with a late three to key a 68-65 win, writes Luke Winn.


Source: SI.com | 10 Dec 2008 | 6:09 am

Source: Peavy deal won't beat end of meetings

A Cubs source vehemently denied reports that a trade for Jake Peavy is imminent, telling ESPN.com that the club is not "remotely close" to a deal for the Padres ace.
Source: ESPN.com | 10 Dec 2008 | 6:08 am

Yanks GM goes to see CC; others still on radar

Yankees GM Brian Cashman went to see CC Sabathia, but the team is also looking at A.J. Burnett and Ben Sheets.
Source: ESPN.com | 10 Dec 2008 | 6:04 am

Kings are routed by Colorado

Jason LaBarbera gives up three goals in the first eight minutes and L.A. never recovers in a 6-1 loss. Cody McLeod...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 10 Dec 2008 | 5:53 am

Sources: Mets agree to 3-year deal with K-Rod

The Mets agreed to a three-year deal with free-agent reliever Francisco Rodriguez.
Source: ESPN.com | 10 Dec 2008 | 5:02 am

Sources: Mets agree to 3-year deal with K-Rod

The Mets agreed to a three-year deal with free-agent reliever Francisco Rodriguez.
Source: ESPN.com | 10 Dec 2008 | 5:02 am

Mets nab closer Rodriguez

Record-setting closer Francisco Rodriguez and the New York Mets reached a preliminary agreement yesterday at the winter meetings in Las Vegas on a $37 million, three-year contract.
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 10 Dec 2008 | 5:00 am

QB Harrell: Leach likely to stay at Texas Tech

Texas Tech quarterback Graham Harrell isn't so sure now that coach Mike Leach will be leaving Lubbock.
Source: ESPN.com | 10 Dec 2008 | 4:55 am

Duncan, Parker lead Spurs past Mavs in 2 OTs (AP)

San Antonio Spurs guard Tony Parker (9), of France, and Dallas Mavericks center DeSagana Diop (7), of Senegal, play for control of the ball during the first half of their NBA basketball game in Dallas,  Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2008.  (AP Photo/LM Otero)AP - Tim Duncan scored eight of his 32 points in the decisive second overtime, Tony Parker added 29 points and 10 assists, and the San Antonio Spurs beat the Dallas Mavericks 133-126 Tuesday night in the latest thriller between these Interstate-35 rivals.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 10 Dec 2008 | 4:54 am

LeBron, Ilgauskas set marks as Cavs win again

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Source: ESPN.com | 10 Dec 2008 | 4:50 am

Harrell says Leach likely to stay at Texas Tech

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Source: SI.com | 10 Dec 2008 | 3:41 am

AP sources: K-Rod, Mets agree at $37M (AP)

In this Aug. 28, 2008 file photo, Los Angeles Angels closing pitcher Francisco Rodriguez throws against the Texas Rangers in the ninth inning of a baseball game in Anaheim, Calif. The record-setting Rodriguez and the New York Mets reached a preliminary agreement on Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2008 on a $37 million, three-year contract. (AP Photo/Mark Avery, File)AP - Desperate for a closer, the New York Mets landed the top one available: Francisco Rodriguez.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 10 Dec 2008 | 3:11 am

Cavaliers win ninth straight, 114-94 over Raptors (AP)

Cleveland Cavaliers' LeBron James (23) waves to the crowd after breaking the team career steals mark in the first quarter of an NBA basketball game against the Toronto Raptors on Tuesday, Dec. 9, 2008, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Mark Duncan)AP - They rewrote part of the franchise record book, won their ninth straight game and delivered yet another second-half knockout.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 10 Dec 2008 | 2:37 am

Real Madrid fires coach Bernd Schuster

Real Madrid fired Bernd Schuster on Tuesday, with former Spurs boss Juande Ramos to immediately replace him.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 10 Dec 2008 | 1:17 am

Recession hits NFL: League to layoff about 150

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Source: SI.com | 10 Dec 2008 | 12:10 am

Baseball Prospectus: Mets score big with K-Rod deal

In the first big move of the winter meetings, the Mets got their man: closer Francisco Rodriguez. The deal is a huge win for the relief-needy Mets, says Jay Jaffe.


Source: SI.com | 10 Dec 2008 | 12:05 am

Lions fine Raiola $7,500 for flipping off hecklers

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Source: SI.com | 9 Dec 2008 | 11:46 pm

Jags' Jones to serve 3-game ban; appeal denied

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Source: SI.com | 9 Dec 2008 | 11:36 pm

Drogba ensures Chelsea's Champions League progress

Chelsea needed to work hard but beat Cluj 2-1 on Tuesday to qualify for the Champions League knockout stage.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 9 Dec 2008 | 11:31 pm

Players' union appeals Burress' suspension, fine

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Source: SI.com | 9 Dec 2008 | 11:30 pm

NFL upholds 3-game suspension of Jags WR Jones (AP)

AP - The Jacksonville Jaguars will play the rest of the season without their leading receiver.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 9 Dec 2008 | 11:17 pm

Union appeals suspension, fine of Burress (AP)

AP - The NFL Players Association filed a grievance on Tuesday challenging the suspension and fine given to Plaxico Burress by the New York Giants after the receiver accidentally shot himself in a nightclub more than a week ago.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 9 Dec 2008 | 10:45 pm

Mets, K-Rod reach agreement on 3-year, $37M deal

LAS VEGAS -- The Mets appeared to be closing in late Monday night on a deal to bring star free-agent closer Francisco Rodriguez to New York.


Source: SI.com | 9 Dec 2008 | 9:55 pm

Wenger backs Eboue to bounce back

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger has backed Emmanuel Eboue to shine against Porto after confirming he will start Wednesday's Champions League game.
Source: FOXSports.com News for FOX SOCCER | 9 Dec 2008 | 9:34 pm

Week 16's Panthers-Giants shifted to prime time

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Source: SI.com | 9 Dec 2008 | 7:51 pm

French Open finalist Verkerk leaves game at 30

Martin Verkerk is quitting tennis after a career in which he reached the 2003 French Open final.

Source: Tennis News: CBSSports.com | 9 Dec 2008 | 7:02 pm