World Sports Headlines for December 24, 2008

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Source: ESPN.com | 24 Dec 2008 | 2:56 pm

Yankees Defy Recession to Reel in Another Star

After signing Mark Teixeira, the Yankees will have the four players with the largest contracts in baseball.

Source: NYT > Sports | 24 Dec 2008 | 2:01 pm

Reports: Guns, evidence found at Burress' home

Two guns and evidence related to his shooting were reportedly found at Plaxico Burress' home on Tuesday.
Source: ESPN.com | 24 Dec 2008 | 2:00 pm

What the Mark Teixeira deal means

Mark Teixeira has signed, but questions remain. Did the Yanks overpay? Are they unbeatable? And what next for the Red Sox? Tom Verducci has the answers.

Source: SI.com | 24 Dec 2008 | 1:57 pm

Moores hints at Vaughan comeback

England coach Peter Moores keeps the door open for a possible return for former captain Michael Vaughan.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 24 Dec 2008 | 1:49 pm

Eligibility error threatens to end FA Cup saga

Just when non-league Droylsden thought they had won their FA Cup tie against Chesterfield at the fourth time of asking, the victory was put in jeopardy by their fielding of an ineligible...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 24 Dec 2008 | 1:31 pm

Billy Casper Golf Endorses Axion's 'Green' Materials for On-Course Bridges, Walkways and Landscaping

BASKING RIDGE, N.J., Dec. 24 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Axion Golf - a division of Axion International Holdings Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: AXIH) and provider of vehicular...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 24 Dec 2008 | 1:30 pm

Chadiha: Gut-check time for enigmatic four

Four teams -- the Jets, Broncos, Bucs and Vikings -- had chances to enhance their playoff positioning in Week 16 and choked. Will they bounce back in Week 17? Jeffri Chadiha examines the good and bad about each team.
Source: ESPN.com | 24 Dec 2008 | 1:28 pm

Man Utd boss expects title boost from Japan success

Sir Alex Ferguson believes Manchester United's success in winning the FIFA Club World Cup in Japan can propel the team towards retaining the English Premier League title. The
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 24 Dec 2008 | 1:24 pm

Droylsden FA Cup future in doubt

Droylsden could be thrown out of the FA Cup after allegations they fielded an ineligible player in their shock second-round win over Chesterfield.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 24 Dec 2008 | 1:12 pm

2010 organizers put medal ceremonies on chopping block in budget cuts

VANCOUVER, B.C. - Vancouver's Olympic organizers are looking at cutting medal ceremonies in Whistler, B.C. in an effort to cut costs. Whistler mayor Ken Melamed says as part of its...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 24 Dec 2008 | 12:50 pm

SPL open to Atlantic League idea

The Scottish Premier League is open to the Old Firm joining a European league but warns it could take several years to establish.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 24 Dec 2008 | 12:42 pm

South Africa step up as Stanford stuns cricket

South Africa had every reason to look back fondly on 2008, a year in which Allen Stanford became a name known to all cricket fans and the once all-conquering Australia came back to the...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 24 Dec 2008 | 12:38 pm

Torres close to Liverpool return

Liverpool striker Fernando Torres could return over the Christmas period after missing five games with the recurrence of a hamstring injury.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 24 Dec 2008 | 12:31 pm

Leeds reported over Grayson move

Blackpool report Leeds to the Football League after the Yorkshire club name Simon Grayson as their new manager.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 24 Dec 2008 | 12:24 pm

Hayden ready to fight for place

Veteran Australia opener Matthew Hayden insists he is not ready to retire, despite his recent lack of form.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 24 Dec 2008 | 11:56 am

Fabregas faces four-month lay-off

Arsenal captain Cesc Fabregas is ruled out for up to four months with ruptured knee ligaments.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 24 Dec 2008 | 10:20 am

Reports: Weapons, ammo seized at Burress' NJ home

The Post, citing anonymous law enforcement sources, said a 9-mm handgun, a rifle and ammunition for three other guns _ a .380, a .45 and a .40, the same caliber of gun Burress...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 24 Dec 2008 | 10:17 am

Reports: Weapons, ammo seized at Burress' NJ home (AP)

AP - Authorities seized a small cache of weapons and ammunition from the New Jersey home of New York Giants wide receiver Plaxico Burress, the New York Post and Newsday both reported Wednesday, possibly setting up the embattled player for more legal trouble.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 24 Dec 2008 | 10:17 am

Texas Christian 17, Boise State 16: T.C.U. Defuses Boise State’s Flashy Offense

Boise State’s high-flying, free-wheeling offense was halted by the stout Texas Christian defense as the Horned Frogs won the Poinsettia Bowl on Tuesday.

Source: NYT > Sports | 24 Dec 2008 | 10:15 am

Benitez and Torres close to Liverpool returns (AFP)

AFP - Rafael Benitez is close to a return to the Liverpool dugout for Friday's clash against Bolton, while star striker Fernando Torres should also be back in action soon.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 24 Dec 2008 | 10:13 am

Reports: Small weapons cache seized at Buress home

AP sources: Teixeira, Yankees agree to $180M deal (AP)

AP - Even in the midst of a recession, the New York Yankees' hoard of cash and players appears to have no limit. Keeping up an unprecedented spending spree, Mark Teixeira joined the collection of pricey free agents in the Bronx when the first baseman reached a preliminary agreement on a $180 million, eight-year contract with the Yankees.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 24 Dec 2008 | 10:02 am

AP sources: Teixeira, Yankees agree to $180M deal

Even in the midst of a recession, the New York Yankees' hoard of cash _ and players _ appears to have no limit. Keeping up an unprecedented spending spree, Mark Teixeira joined the...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 24 Dec 2008 | 10:02 am

Glamorgan close on Cosgrove deal

Matthew Maynard hopes to sign Mark Cosgrove in January to complete Glamorgan's close-season recruitment.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 24 Dec 2008 | 9:51 am

Owen 'owes Magpies another year'

Former Newcastle chairman Freddy Shepherd says Michael Owen at the club at least another season.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 24 Dec 2008 | 9:24 am

Ovechkin helps beat Rangers; Marleau leads Sharks

Patrick Marleau and the San Jose Sharks took the easy route to victory over Vancouver. Ovechkin, who came in with only two career points in six games at Madison Square Garden, showed off
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 24 Dec 2008 | 9:10 am

Ovechkin helps beat Rangers; Marleau leads Sharks (AP)

AP - Alex Ovechkin needed a breakout performance on Broadway to make Washington a winner against the New York Rangers.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 24 Dec 2008 | 9:10 am

Celtics' streak at 19 ahead of Lakers showdown (AP)

AP - The Boston Celtics will roll right into the rematch.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 24 Dec 2008 | 9:10 am

Celtics' streak at 19 ahead of Lakers showdown

And despite their 19-game winning streak and the Christmas Day spotlight, the Celtics say it will be business as usual when they face the Los Angeles Lakers for the first time since the NBA
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNewsSports | 24 Dec 2008 | 9:10 am

Portland St tops Zags for 1st win over ranked team (AP)

AP - Portland State made a tough trip more than worth the trouble by coming up with the biggest win in its history.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 24 Dec 2008 | 9:10 am

A's pitcher Ziegler to hitch ride with Blue Angels (AP)

AP - Brad Ziegler has been a Blue Angels buff for years. And come Jan. 8, the Oakland Athletics reliever will take a ride with the U.S. Navy's elite flight demonstration squadron as it begins training near San Diego.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 24 Dec 2008 | 9:07 am

Pushing the Limit: Sport Meets Survival: An Iditarod Without Dogs

Competitors in the Iditarod Trail Invitational navigate the snow on their own power: no motors or dogs allowed.

Source: NYT > Sports | 24 Dec 2008 | 9:06 am

Coy Bacon, 66, Defensive Lineman in the N.F.L., Is Dead

Bacon was a defensive lineman and fierce pass rusher who went to the Pro Bowl three times in his 14-year N.F.L. career.

Source: NYT > Sports | 24 Dec 2008 | 8:45 am

Elias Has Time for Another Team, Unicef

Devils forward Patrik Elias said that hockey takes up a smaller part of his life after a long bout with hepatitis A changed his perspective on nearly everything.

Source: NYT > Sports | 24 Dec 2008 | 8:40 am

Capitals 5, Rangers 4, OT: Ovechkin Shakes Off His Garden Dry Spell

The Capitals’ Alex Ovechkin has not had much success in his trips to Madison Square Garden, but that all changed with a two-goal performance on Tuesday night.

Source: NYT > Sports | 24 Dec 2008 | 8:39 am

N.H.L. Roundup: Islanders’ Winless December Continues

Bryan Little scored his second goal of the game on a power play in the third period and the Atlanta Thrashers kept the Islanders winless in 10 games with a victory Tuesday.

Source: NYT > Sports | 24 Dec 2008 | 8:38 am

N.F.L. Roundup: Jacksonville’s Chief of Personnel Steps Down

James Harris resigned as personnel chief of the Jacksonville Jaguars on Tuesday, taking the fall for a disappointing year.

Source: NYT > Sports | 24 Dec 2008 | 8:37 am

When It Rains, It Pours, but a $10,000 Snowball?

Defensive end Shaun Ellis was fined $10,000 for throwing a large chunk of snow into the crowd on Sunday.

Source: NYT > Sports | 24 Dec 2008 | 8:35 am

Red Sox Are Happy to Deal (to a Point)

The Red Sox stand out in their willingness to draw a line with free agents about the price and length of contracts, even if that means allowing some deals to fall through.

Source: NYT > Sports | 24 Dec 2008 | 8:34 am

Miami of Ohio hires Haywood from Notre Dame

Miami, Ohio will name Notre Dame offensive coordinator Mike Haywood as its head coach on Tuesday, sources familiar with the situation said.
Source: ESPN.com | 24 Dec 2008 | 8:10 am

Manny Ramirez is being handed to them, but will Dodgers take him?

Free-agent outfielder has nowhere else to go, but the Dodgers continue to play the waiting game. As fat pitches go, even Andruw Jones...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 24 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

Lakers gear up for Christmas showdown by beating the Hornets

L.A. shuts down New Orleans, 100-87, with rematch with the Celtics on the horizon. It was almost like the Lakers...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 24 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

Quick get first shutout in Kings' win at Columbus

COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Raitis Ivanans and Peter Harrold scored their first goals of the season and Jonathan Quick stopped 24 shots for his first career shutout in the Kings' 3-0 victory over the Columbus Blue...
Source: Infocious RSS raw feed - channel BNPaperSports | 24 Dec 2008 | 8:00 am

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