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Source: ESPN.com | 17 Dec 2008 | 2:11 pm

Sources: Furcal now between Braves, Dodgers

Sources say the Atlanta Braves have reached preliminary agreement on a multiyear contract with free agent shortstop Rafael Furcal but that his team is now talking to the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Source: ESPN.com | 17 Dec 2008 | 2:10 pm

West Ham closer to possible sale

Bjorgolfur Gudmundsson moves a step closer to selling West Ham after receiving several provisional offers for the club.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 17 Dec 2008 | 1:59 pm

Saints owner Benson undergoes cancer surgery

New Orleans Saints owner Tom Benson is recovering from cancer surgery.
Source: ESPN.com | 17 Dec 2008 | 1:55 pm

Stanford Twenty20 future in doubt

The future of Sir Allen Stanford's Super Series is in the balance after the American disbands the board of legends paid to promote the event.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 17 Dec 2008 | 1:29 pm

Blackburn make move for Allardyce

Blackburn Rovers make an approach to Sam Allardyce over the vacant managerial position at the club, BBC Sport understands.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 17 Dec 2008 | 1:20 pm

Banned McGeady wants Celtic stay

Aiden McGeady's agent says the midfielder hopes to remain with Celtic despite contesting disciplinary action taken against him.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 17 Dec 2008 | 1:17 pm

Saints owner recovering from cancer surgery

New Orleans Saints owner Tom Benson is recovering from cancer surgery. Team spokesman Greg Bensel confirmed Wednesday that the 81-year-old Benson underwent surgery on Dec. 10 for a...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 17 Dec 2008 | 1:16 pm

Saints owner recovering from cancer surgery (AP)

AP - New Orleans Saints owner Tom Benson is recovering from cancer surgery.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 17 Dec 2008 | 1:16 pm

'Goal: My Journey from Afghanistan' - A Daring Escape from Afghanistan Gives One Man the Opportunity to Realize His Dream

Available from iUniverse, Inc., Barnesandnoble.com, and Amazon.com ANDERSON, S.C., Dec. 17 /PRNewswire/ -- Even though he was haunted by being called Bad-bakht,...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 17 Dec 2008 | 12:55 pm

Premiership ponders wage cap cut

The Premiership's 12 teams will in January discuss reducing the salary cap in a bid to help clubs threatened by the economic downturn.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 17 Dec 2008 | 12:48 pm

Nadal, Jankovic honored as world champs by ITF

Top-ranked Rafael Nadal and Jelena Jankovic were honored Wednesday as the International Tennis Federation's world champions of 2008.

Source: Tennis News: CBSSports.com | 17 Dec 2008 | 12:39 pm

Souness rules out Blackburn return

Graeme Souness has ruled himself out of returning for a second spell as manager of Blackburn Rovers after the struggling Premier League club sacked Paul Ince. The former...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 17 Dec 2008 | 12:33 pm

Portsmouth accept Real's Diarra bid

Portsmouth have accepted a "substantial bid" from Real Madrid for Lassana Diarra, the Premier League club said in a statement on their website here Wednesday. France...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 17 Dec 2008 | 12:29 pm

Lakers win short-handed, healthier Rockets roll (AP)

Houston Rockets' Tracy McGrady, left, drives past Denver Nuggets' J.R. Smith (1) during the second half of an NBA basketball game Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2008, in Houston. The Rockets won 108-96. (AP Photo)AP - The Lakers had to play short-handed. The Houston Rockets seem to have that problem every night. When the Rockets' stars were healthy Tuesday, they showed why they believe they could challenge Los Angeles if they ever stay that way. Tracy McGrady notched his fourth career triple-double, Yao Ming scored 32 points and the Rockets beat the Denver Nuggets 108-96.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 17 Dec 2008 | 12:29 pm

Sunderland hit by McCartney blow

Sunderland full-back George McCartney will be out of action for six to eight weeks after undergoing foot surgery.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 17 Dec 2008 | 12:19 pm

ITF honours Nadal and Jankovic as World Champions

World No.1s Rafael Nadal of Spain and Jelena Jankovic of Serbia were named on Wednesday as World Champions for 2008 by the International Tennis Federation (ITF). The...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 17 Dec 2008 | 11:24 am

ITF honours Nadal and Jankovic as World Champions (AFP)

World No.1s Rafael Nada, seen here, of Spain and Jelena Jankovic of Serbia have been named as World Champions for 2008 by the International Tennis Federation (ITF).(AFP/File/Franck Fife)AFP - World No.1s Rafael Nadal of Spain and Jelena Jankovic of Serbia were named on Wednesday as World Champions for 2008 by the International Tennis Federation (ITF).



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 17 Dec 2008 | 11:24 am

India's cricketing 'Wall" not crumbling yet

Struggling Rahul Dravid begins the second Test against England here from Friday knowing he needs to come good not only for the team's sake, but also his own. The middle-order
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 17 Dec 2008 | 11:21 am

Chism helps No. 16 Tennessee beat No. 24 Marquette (AP)

Tennessee forward Tyler Smith (1) passes the ball over the reach of Marquette's Wesley Matthews, right, in the first half of an NCAA college basketball game in Nashville, Tenn., Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2008. (AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)AP - The Southeastern Conference is struggling so far this season with Tennessee the only team in the league currently ranked. The Big East has a record eight teams in the Top 25.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 17 Dec 2008 | 11:19 am

Chism helps No. 16 Tennessee beat No. 24 Marquette

The Southeastern Conference is struggling so far this season with Tennessee the only team in the league currently ranked. The Big East has a record eight teams in the Top 25. So a...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 17 Dec 2008 | 11:19 am

Stanford set to walk away from cricket - report

Texan billionaire Allen Stanford is set to turn his back on cricket after losing 40 million dollars on his million-dollar-a-man series, a report said Wednesday. The Daily...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 17 Dec 2008 | 11:16 am

Prodrive chief 'may turn to F1'

Prodrive boss David Richards says Subaru's withdrawal from the World Rally Championship could lead him back to Formula One.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 17 Dec 2008 | 10:43 am

Bolt is not untouchable - Edgar

British sprinter Tyrone Edgar says Olympic 100 and 200m champion and world record holder Usain Bolt can be beaten next season.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 17 Dec 2008 | 10:39 am

Australia recover from poor start

Australia finish the opening day of the first Test against South Africa on 341-9 after a dreadful start in Perth.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 17 Dec 2008 | 10:21 am

Football Stars to Support Troops During Super Bowl Festivities

Military support non-profit Soldiers' Angels will be the designated beneficiary of the annual Franco Harris/Lydell Mitchell Grid Iron Golf Tournament, held during Super Bowl
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 17 Dec 2008 | 10:00 am

Berbatov will miss Club Cup tie

Carlos Tevez and Wayne Rooney are expected to lead Manchester United's attack in the Club World Cup semi-final because Dimitar Berbatov is ill.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 17 Dec 2008 | 9:55 am

Ovechkin wins it for Caps; Blackhawks enjoy rout

After the Capitals squandered a two-goal lead in the third period, Ovechkin netted his second of the game with 10.7 seconds left in overtime Tuesday night and Washington beat the skidding...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 17 Dec 2008 | 9:31 am

Ovechkin wins it for Caps; Blackhawks enjoy rout (AP)

Washington Capitals left wing Alex Ovechkin (8) fires the puck past New York Islanders defenseman Freddy Meyer (44) to score the game-winning goal during overtime of their NHL hockey game at the Nassau Coliseum in Uniondale, N.Y., Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2008. The Capitals defeated the Islanders 5-4 in overtime. (AP Photo/Ed Betz)AP - Alex Ovechkin scored in the waning seconds of overtime to give Washington its latest victory. The Chicago Blackhawks, also on an impressive winning streak, dominated Edmonton from the start.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 17 Dec 2008 | 9:31 am

JoePa gets extension at Penn State through 2011 (AP)

Penn State coach Joe Paterno smiles during a news conference during Rose Bowl media day at Penn State in State College, Pa., Friday, Dec. 12, 2008. (AP Photo/Carolyn Kaster)AP - Just in time for Joe Paterno's 82nd birthday: a three-year contract extension.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 17 Dec 2008 | 9:29 am

Holyfield, 46, Will Soon Fight for His Fifth Title

Evander Holyfield does not care what boxing fans think as he prepares for his W.B.A. title fight on Saturday.


Source: NYT > Sports | 17 Dec 2008 | 8:27 am

Lakers 116, Knicks 114: Marbury Watches Knicks Give Lakers a Scare

With the exiled Stephon Marbury sitting courtside, the Knicks did not relent until Chris Duhon’s desperate 58-foot heave banged off the backboard at the final buzzer.


Source: NYT > Sports | 17 Dec 2008 | 8:27 am

Berbatov sick, Rooney injured ahead of Gamba football match (AFP)

Dimitar Berbatov (seen here in November) is sick and will not play in Manchester United's Club World Cup match against Gamba Osaka on Thursday, while Wayne Rooney is a doubt after picking up an injury in training.(AFP/Paul Ellis)AFP - Dimitar Berbatov is sick and will not play in Manchester United's Club World Cup match against Gamba Osaka on Thursday, while Wayne Rooney is a doubt after picking up an injury in training.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 17 Dec 2008 | 8:24 am

Peyton and Eli Manning: QB brothers in Pro Bowl (AP)

This is a june 14, 2008 file photo showing Indianapolis Colts quarterback Peyton Manning, left, and and his brother Eli Manning, quarterback for the New York Giants, tossing footballs during a promotional event  in New York. Peyton and Eli Manning have been voted to the Pro Bowl, the first time two quarterback-playing brothers have played in the same game. (AP Photo/Stephen Chernin, File)AP - Peyton and Eli Manning were voted to the Pro Bowl on Tuesday, the first time quarterback-playing brothers have been chosen for the same all-star game. The Indianapolis Colts' Peyton will make his ninth appearance in 11 seasons and will start for the AFC. It will be the first appearance for Eli, who was the MVP for the New York Giants in last February's Super Bowl. He will be on the NFC team.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 17 Dec 2008 | 8:08 am

Penn State gives Paterno three-year extension

Joe Paterno, who turns 82 on Sunday, has agreed to a three-year contract extension to continue on as Penn State football coach.
Source: ESPN.com | 17 Dec 2008 | 8:07 am

Lakers forward Trevor Ariza makes it interesting in the end

His inbound pass with 3.8 seconds left and a one-point lead is almost intercepted. The Lakers were trying to protect...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 17 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

Clippers' Zach Randolph sparks third win in a row

He has 22 points and 13 rebounds and Eric Gordon scores 22 in win over Thunder. OKLAHOMA CITY -- What the Clippers...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 17 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

Lakers are hot but they still lack that spark

They need to find their passion. A push from Kobe Bryant could help, as could better defense from Derek Fisher and Jordan Farmar. ...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 17 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

Dodgers are trying to keep Rafael Furcal

They improve their offer, even as his agent says free-agent shortstop is leaning toward signing with the Atlanta Braves. ...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 17 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

Ducks give one away to Rangers

One year ago Tuesday, Scott Niedermayer ended his post-Stanley Cup championship sabbatical and returned to the Ducks' lineup.
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 17 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

Lakers' Pau Gasol has strep throat; Lamar Odom starts

Gasol misses game against the Knicks and is sent home by the Lakers, who list him as day to day. Lamar Odom was back in the starting lineup,...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 17 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

Lakers rally to defeat Knicks

After being booed off the court at halftime, Lakers come back in second half to defeat New York. The Lakers trailed...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 17 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

Arizona making waves, though it's not permanent

The Wildcats, expected to be non-factors in the Pac-10, are a surprising 7-2 and coming off an upset of No. 4 Gonzaga. ...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 17 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

Chism's late push powers Vols past Marquette

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Source: ESPN.com | 17 Dec 2008 | 7:46 am

Back From Injury, Bynum Starts to Show His Potential

The Lakers’ Andrew Bynum is still adjusting to a new frontcourt partner, Pau Gasol, and is still learning the nuances of the game. But there is no understating his impact on the court.


Source: NYT > Sports | 17 Dec 2008 | 7:30 am

N.F.L. Roundup: 7 Jets, 6 Giants and 2 Mannings Make Pro Bowl

Peyton and Eli Manning were voted to the Pro Bowl on Tuesday, the first time quarterback-playing brothers have been chosen for the same all-star game.


Source: NYT > Sports | 17 Dec 2008 | 7:24 am

Watching Favre From Baghdad Evokes Memories

For The Times’s Baghdad bureau chief, the miles from Mesopotamia to the Meadowlands bring a certain outlook.


Source: NYT > Sports | 17 Dec 2008 | 7:23 am

T-Mac's triple-double deals Nuggets rare defeat

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Source: ESPN.com | 17 Dec 2008 | 6:50 am

College Basketball Roundup: Duke Women Get Rebound and the Win

Karima Christmas scored 10 of her career-high 14 points in the second half and chased down the critical rebound that led No. 8 Duke past No. 3 Stanford, 56-52, on Tuesday night.


Source: NYT > Sports | 17 Dec 2008 | 6:46 am

Benching Miffs McNabb, but He and Eagles Bounce Back

Eagles’ quarterback Donovan McNabb can’t hide how upset he was with Coach Andy Reid’s decision to bench him, but he has been on fire ever since.


Source: NYT > Sports | 17 Dec 2008 | 6:43 am

Bryant leads Lakers past Knicks 116-114 (AP)

New York Knicks forward Tim Thomas (2) reacts after a play in the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Los Angeles Lakers, Tuesday, Dec. 16, 2008, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Gus Ruelas)AP - Kobe Bryant scored nine of his 28 points in the last 7 1/2 minutes, and the Los Angeles Lakers rallied from a 15-point halftime deficit to beat the New York Knicks 116-114 on Tuesday night.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 17 Dec 2008 | 6:38 am

Holiday Spirit Is Tested for Wilpon and the Mets

For the Mets, even the introduction of their newest marquee player and a holiday party for children cannot sidestep the nagging questions that Wall Street has created for the franchise.


Source: NYT > Sports | 17 Dec 2008 | 6:36 am

76ers Slipping Far Below Their Expectations

The Philadelphia 76ers’ performance this season is proof that getting a crowd-pleasing big name like Elton Brand does not always immediately translate into big results.


Source: NYT > Sports | 17 Dec 2008 | 6:35 am

Padres outfielder Giles sued by ex-girlfriend (AP)

AP - Padres outfielder Brian Giles is being sued by his former girlfriend for more than $10 million, alleging he battered her while she was pregnant and caused her to have a miscarriage.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 17 Dec 2008 | 6:34 am

Sports of The Times: Billups Gives Nuggets What Mavericks Lack in Kidd

Jason Kidd left New Jersey for Dallas with high hopes, the kind that Chauncey Billups is realizing in Denver.


Source: NYT > Sports | 17 Dec 2008 | 6:33 am

St. Bonaventure's Dylan Davis is always up to the task

Junior linebacker, who will lead Ventura St. Bonaventure in a matchup with Santa Rosa Cardinal Newman on Saturday in the Division III state bowl game, thrives on tough challenges. ...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 17 Dec 2008 | 6:24 am

Why Angels need to sign Teixeira

Mark Teixeira is the antithesis of the Angels' breakneck style of play. And that's exactly the reason why Anaheim must re-sign the slugger, writes Lee Jenkins.


Source: SI.com | 17 Dec 2008 | 5:56 am

Meyer: Mullen to call Florida plays in title game

Florida football coach Urban Meyer said Tuesday that offensive coordinator Dan Mullen will stay on to coach in the Bowl Championship Series title game Jan. 8 against Oklahoma, despite taking the head coaching job at Mississippi State last week.
Source: ESPN.com | 17 Dec 2008 | 5:31 am

Mannings face off in Pro Bowl

Peyton and Eli Manning were voted to the Pro Bowl yesterday, the first time quarterback-playing brothers have been chosen for the same All-Star game.
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 17 Dec 2008 | 5:00 am

Bettman: Avery's remarks offensive, disgusting

NHL commissioner Gary Bettman harshly criticized Sean Avery on Tuesday, calling the combative forward's crude remark about ex-girlfriends dating other hockey players offensive and disgusting.
Source: ESPN.com | 17 Dec 2008 | 4:49 am

Bradford leads AP All-Americas

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Source: SI.com | 17 Dec 2008 | 3:46 am

Laurinaitis AP All-American for 3rd straight year

Ohio State linebacker James Laurinaitis is an AP All-American for the third consecutive season, joining Heisman Trophy winner Sam Bradford and Texas Tech receiver Michael Crabtree on the first team.
Source: ESPN.com | 17 Dec 2008 | 3:32 am

Mullen will call Florida's plays against Oklahoma

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Source: SI.com | 17 Dec 2008 | 3:23 am

Stewart Mandel: Chizik has zero chance to succeed

What Auburn is guilty of in hiring Gene Chizik is pure incompetence.


Source: SI.com | 17 Dec 2008 | 2:51 am

Mannings headed to Pro Bowl

NEW YORK (AP) -- Peyton and Eli Manning have been voted to the Pro Bowl, the first time two quarterback-playing brothers have played in the same game.


Source: SI.com | 17 Dec 2008 | 1:24 am

Injury sidelines OU's Murray for BCS title game

Oklahoma running back DeMarco Murray will have surgery to address a partial rupture of his left hamstring tendon and will not play in the BCS National Championship Game against Florida.
Source: ESPN.com | 17 Dec 2008 | 12:55 am

Vazquez named Argentina's captain for Davis Cup

Modesto Vazquez was named Argentina's Davis Cup captain on Tuesday, 20 years after his last stint in charge.

Source: Tennis News: CBSSports.com | 17 Dec 2008 | 12:10 am

Penn State gives Paterno three-year extension

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Source: SI.com | 16 Dec 2008 | 11:40 pm

Gill to stay at Buffalo for at least one more year

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Source: SI.com | 16 Dec 2008 | 11:38 pm

'Big Three'? Sizing up the pecking order

The Cavaliers, Celtics and Lakers are clearly the class of the NBA. But how do they stack up against each other? Our expert panel debates the pecking order.


Source: SI.com | 16 Dec 2008 | 10:23 pm

Furcal closing in on return to Braves

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Source: SI.com | 16 Dec 2008 | 7:00 pm

OU's Murray out for BCS title game

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Source: SI.com | 16 Dec 2008 | 6:24 pm

Test event scheduled for Wimbledon's Centre Court

The first match under the new retractable roof of Wimbledon's Centre Court will be played in May, almost two months before the 2009 tournament.

Source: Tennis News: CBSSports.com | 16 Dec 2008 | 1:17 pm