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Source: ESPN.com | 1 Jan 2009 | 2:58 pm

Report: Browns want Pioli decision Thursday

The Cleveland Browns have set a Thursday deadline for New England Patriots vice president Scott Pioli to make a decision on becoming the Browns' top football executive.
Source: ESPN.com | 1 Jan 2009 | 2:55 pm

Read fired for Cowboys' special-teams struggles

The Dallas Cowboys fired special teams coach Bruce Read on Wednesday after two seasons with the organization.
Source: ESPN.com | 1 Jan 2009 | 2:54 pm

Murray on hot form at Abu Dhabi tennis (AFP)

AFP - Andy Murray and Nikolay Davydenko lived up to their world rankings and advanced to the semi-finals of the Capitala World Tennis Championship, an exhibition shootout, here on Thursday.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 1 Jan 2009 | 2:42 pm

In High-Tech Game, Football Sticks to an Old Measure of Success

Dozens of inventions would have improved or ended the use of chains to measure for first downs, but they endure.


Source: NYT > Sports | 1 Jan 2009 | 2:13 pm

Murray finds form in 2009 opener

Andy Murray thrashes James Blake in an exhibition event in the UAE to set up a clash with world number two Roger Federer.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 1 Jan 2009 | 1:50 pm

Bari set to stage Republic tie

The Republic of Ireland's World Cup qualifier against Italy on 1 April appears likely to be played in Bari.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 1 Jan 2009 | 1:07 pm

Nottingham Forest appoint Davies as manager (AFP)

AFP - English Championship side Nottingham Forest on Thursday confirmed the appointment of Billy Davies as their new manager in place of the sacked Colin Calderwood.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 1 Jan 2009 | 1:00 pm

Forest appoint Davies

English Championship side Nottingham Forest on Thursday confirmed the appointment of Billy Davies as their new manager in place of the sacked Colin Calderwood. Former Derby...
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Davies appointed Forest manager

Nottingham Forest name Billy Davies as their new manager.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 1 Jan 2009 | 12:08 pm

West Ham to consider all offers as window opens

West Ham will listen to offers for all their players with the January transfer window having opened at midnight, the English Premier League club's chief executive Scott Duxbury admits.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 1 Jan 2009 | 11:23 am

Simon sets sights on men's tennis top four

Frenchman Gilles Simon has shown he has what it takes to beat the best in the world, now he just wants to do it more consistently, and when it most counts. Simon, in Perth to
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 1 Jan 2009 | 10:46 am

Smith ruled out of S Africa ODIs

South Africa skipper Graeme Smith will miss the Twenty20 and one-day matches against Australia in an attempt to recover from an elbow injury.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 1 Jan 2009 | 9:52 am

Cleveland Browns owner interviews Pioli, Mangini (AP)

AP - The Cleveland Browns ended the year talking to candidates they hope will make it a better 2009. Browns owner Randy Lerner interviewed Scott Pioli, New England's vice president of player personnel, on Wednesday to be his new general manager. It is not known whether or not Lerner offered the job to Pioli, who has been Bill Belichick's right-hand man with the Patriots for the past nine years.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 1 Jan 2009 | 9:16 am

Pennington wins Comeback Player award

Chad Pennington had an instant impact when retrieved from the NFL scrap heap by a team desperate for direction, joining the Miami Dolphins shortly before their first preseason game. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 1 Jan 2009 | 9:05 am

Webster set for BDO title defence

Top seed Gary Anderson gets proceedings under way at the Lakeside World Darts Championships on Saturday.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 1 Jan 2009 | 9:02 am

No. 3 Pittsburgh 78, Rutgers 72: Rutgers Gives No. 3 All It Can Handle

Bigger and more talented, Pittsburgh never had an easy moment in a win over Rutgers in the Big East opener for both teams.


Source: NYT > Sports | 1 Jan 2009 | 8:11 am

Rose Bowl still has its bloom

USC and Penn State probably would rather be playing in Florida in the BCS national championship game, but taking the field in Pasadena isn't so bad. ...
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Angels, closer Brian Fuentes agree to terms

The free-agent relief pitcher had a 2.73 ERA and 30 saves with the Colorado Rockies last season. Thwarted in attempts...
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What to look for in the NFL playoffs

Pro football's second season is underway, and Times NFL writer Sam Farmer looks at what the first-round participants need -- and don't need -- for the best chance to win this weekend: ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 1 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

Cincinnati’s Rising Coach Draws Double Coverage

The most interesting thing about the Orange Bowl is that it will provide Cincinnati Coach Brian Kelly with his first true national stage.


Source: NYT > Sports | 1 Jan 2009 | 7:48 am

N.H.L. ROUNDUP: Comrie’s Two Goals Make Difference for Islanders

Mike Comrie scored two of the Islanders’ three goals in the second period in a 4-2 victory over the visiting Florida Panthers on Wednesday afternoon.


Source: NYT > Sports | 1 Jan 2009 | 7:24 am

Women's Roundup: Montgomery and Connecticut Roll Past Hartford

Renee Montgomery, who made 9 of her 11 shots, moved past Hartford Coach Jen Rizzotti into 12th place on UConn’s career scoring list with 1,545 points.


Source: NYT > Sports | 1 Jan 2009 | 7:23 am

Carter Ejected as Nets Fall to the Pistons

Allen Iverson scored 19 points and Tayshuan Prince added 16 to help the injury-depleted Detroit Pistons defeat the Nets, 83-75.


Source: NYT > Sports | 1 Jan 2009 | 7:22 am

N.B.A. Roundup: Lewis and Magic Continue Strong Play

Rashard Lewis set the tone by scoring 16 of his 21 points in the first half and the visiting Orlando Magic rolled over the Chicago Bulls, 113-94.


Source: NYT > Sports | 1 Jan 2009 | 7:21 am

Daly Suspended by PGA, Capping a Difficult Year

John Daly was suspended by the PGA Tour for a second time, marking what the two-time major champion called the lowest point in his wild career.


Source: NYT > Sports | 1 Jan 2009 | 7:18 am

Roundup: Fuentes Agrees to Deal With Angels

The free-agent reliever Brian Fuentes and the Los Angeles Angels reached agreement on a two-year, $17.5 million deal.


Source: NYT > Sports | 1 Jan 2009 | 7:17 am

TV Sports: Fans Who Can’t Get Enough Are Getting More

The MLB Network springs to life Thursday evening, a lavish $54 million network venture, direct from Secaucus, N.J.


Source: NYT > Sports | 1 Jan 2009 | 7:17 am

LSU runs over Georgia Tech in Chick-fil-A Bowl

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Source: ESPN.com | 1 Jan 2009 | 6:48 am

NHL roundup: Wednesday's action on the ice

The Minnesota Wild can only hope beating the best NHL team in the Western Conference is a sign of good things to come in 2009. After a rough December which saw the Wild go 4-9-1 to drop
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 1 Jan 2009 | 6:46 am

Clubs poised for transfer chance

The January transfer window opens, giving clubs their first opportunity to buy or sell players since the end of August.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 1 Jan 2009 | 6:39 am

Burns singes Sharks with overtime winner for Wild

LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Brett Burns scored the game-winning goal in overtime to lift the Minnesota Wild to an upset 3-2 victory over the visiting San Jose Sharks on Wednesday.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 1 Jan 2009 | 6:25 am

Iginla, Cammalleri lead Flames over Oilers (AP)

AP - Jarome Iginla and Michael Cammalleri each scored twice and set up three others to lead the Calgary Flames to a 6-4 victory over the Edmonton Oilers on Wednesday night.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 1 Jan 2009 | 6:23 am

Broncos owner on firing: It was time for change

In a tear-filled news conference the day after firing Mike Shanahan, Broncos owner Pat Bowlen gave no timetable for hiring the coach's replacement.
Source: ESPN.com | 1 Jan 2009 | 6:20 am

Iginla, Cammalleri lead Flames over Oilers

Jarome Iginla and Michael Cammalleri each scored twice and set up three others to lead the Calgary Flames to a 6-4 victory over the Edmonton Oilers on Wednesday night. Adrian Aucoin and...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 1 Jan 2009 | 6:19 am

Quinn parts company with Cherries

Jimmy Quinn leaves his post as Bournemouth manager following a board meeting on New Year's Eve.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 1 Jan 2009 | 6:15 am

Ducks hit a wall against Blue Jackets

Steve Mason makes 27 saves as Columbus shuts out Anaheim, which struggles to a 5-8-1 record in December. The Ducks...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 1 Jan 2009 | 6:05 am

Iginla, Cammalleri both tally five points each as the Flames beat Oilers 6-4

CALGARY - Jarome Iginla and Michael Cammalleri each scored twice and set up three others to lead the Calgary Flames to a 6-4 win over the Edmonton Oilers on New Year's Eve. Adrian...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 1 Jan 2009 | 6:03 am

NBA roundup: Wednesday's action on the boards

Streamers fell on the Toronto Raptors but there was little to celebrate about Wednesday night. Nene scored 21 points, while Carmelo Anthony added 20 to lead the Denver Nuggets to a...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 1 Jan 2009 | 5:51 am

Browns talk to Mangini, Pioli about job openings

Browns owner Randy Lerner interviewed Scott Pioli Wednesday to be his new general manager.
Source: ESPN.com | 1 Jan 2009 | 5:48 am

Magic turn on the style to overpower Bulls (Reuters)

Reuters - The Orlando Magic looked a different team from the one that stumbled to an untidy loss in their last game, an improved offensive display giving them a comprehensive 113-94 victory over the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 1 Jan 2009 | 5:46 am

Magic turn on the style to overpower Bulls

CHICAGO (Reuters) - The Orlando Magic looked a different team from the one that stumbled to an untidy loss in their last game, an improved offensive display giving them a comprehensive...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 1 Jan 2009 | 5:46 am

A Rose Bowl of a different color

The game has changed since becoming part of the BCS. Whether that's good or bad is debatable. You can deny the...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 1 Jan 2009 | 5:35 am

Another game, another rout for North Carolina (AP)

AP - Tyler Hansbrough scored 22 points to lead top-ranked North Carolina to a 84-61 victory over Nevada on Wednesday night and keep the Tar Heels undefeated with a school-record 13th straight win by double figures.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 1 Jan 2009 | 5:25 am

Clippers lose fifth consecutive game

Philadelphia ends a four-game losing streak with a 100-92 victory. Andre Iguodala had 28 points, seven rebounds...
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NHL gears up for Winter Classic at Wrigley Field

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Source: SI.com | 1 Jan 2009 | 5:18 am

Jockey Garrett Gomez is back in near-record time

After a bad spill Saturday, he just misses breaking Jerry Bailey's money-winning record for a season. If they...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 1 Jan 2009 | 5:10 am

Iverson, Prince carry Pistons

Allen Iverson and Tayshaun Prince stepped up for the shorthanded Detroit Pistons. Iverson scored 19 points, and Prince added 16 to help the Pistons win their fifth straight game, an 83-75 victory over...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 1 Jan 2009 | 5:00 am

Memphis leaves Northeastern singing the blues

Tyreke Evans had 27 points and seven steals, both career highs, to lead host Memphis to an 80-48 victory over Northeastern yesterday.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 1 Jan 2009 | 5:00 am

Seniors don't get moment

They had won 39 games in the last four years, including three bowl victories in three tries, which had extended their bowl winning streak to eight - the longest in college football.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 1 Jan 2009 | 5:00 am

Terry Bowden to coach Division II N. Alabama

Former Auburn football coach Terry Bowden is returning to coaching at Division II North Alabama.
Source: ESPN.com | 1 Jan 2009 | 4:58 am

Lucas powers Michigan State over Minnesota

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Source: ESPN.com | 1 Jan 2009 | 4:13 am

Scott leads LSU past Georgia Tech, 38-3 (AP)

AP - Charles Scott ran for three touchdowns and LSU took advantage of Georgia Tech's special teams mistakes in a surprisingly easy 38-3 victory win over the Yellow Jackets in the Chick-fil-Bowl on Wednesday night.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 1 Jan 2009 | 4:01 am

Hahnfeldt boots Vandy to victory in Music City

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Source: ESPN.com | 1 Jan 2009 | 3:56 am

Utah sends Gonzaga to third straight loss (AP)

AP - Luke Nevill scored 15 points to help Utah beat No. 16 Gonzaga 66-65 on Wednesday night, sending the Bulldogs to their third straight loss for only the second time in the last eight years.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 1 Jan 2009 | 3:55 am

Houston beats Air Force in Armed Forces Bowl

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Source: ESPN.com | 1 Jan 2009 | 3:27 am

Nene, Anthony lead Nuggets over Raptors 114-107 (AP)

AP - Nene scored 21 points, Carmelo Anthony added 20 and the Denver Nuggets beat the Toronto Raptors 114-107 on Wednesday night. Chauncey Billups scored 18 points and J.R. Smith had 16 for Denver, with Kenyon Martin adding 15 points and reserves Linas Kleiza and Chris Andersen each scoring 10.

Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 1 Jan 2009 | 2:49 am

Browns interview Mangini, Pioli for job openings

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Source: SI.com | 1 Jan 2009 | 1:51 am

Barkley arrested on suspicion of DUI in Arizona

Charles Barkley was arrested on suspicion of drinking and driving early Wednesday morning.

Source: SI.com | 1 Jan 2009 | 1:26 am

Angels, closer Fuentes reach deal

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Source: SI.com | 31 Dec 2008 | 11:40 pm

Angels agree to terms with reliever Brian Fuentes (AP)

AP - Free-agent reliever Brian Fuentes and the Los Angeles Angels reached agreement on a two-year, $17.5 million deal Wednesday, giving the AL West champions a replacement for record-setting closer Francisco Rodriguez. Fuentes gets $8.5 million next season and $9 million in 2010. There's a club option for $9 million in 2011.
Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 31 Dec 2008 | 11:23 pm

Teary Broncos owner: It was time for a change

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Source: SI.com | 31 Dec 2008 | 10:55 pm

JoePa to coach Rose from press box

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Source: SI.com | 31 Dec 2008 | 10:02 pm

The one city that needs a big lift in 2009

A new year always brings hope -- even to long-suffering Cleveland.

Source: SI.com | 31 Dec 2008 | 8:05 pm

Late try helps Ospreys beat Blues

Filo Tiatia's late try inspires the Ospreys to a 16-12 Magners League victory over the Cardiff Blues at the Arms Park.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 31 Dec 2008 | 7:21 pm

Stewart Mandel: Big Ten really needs Penn State to perform well against USC

Yes, the Big Ten badly needs Penn State to play well in the Rose Bowl.

Source: SI.com | 31 Dec 2008 | 5:37 pm

World champion Jones to grace UK

World 60m indoor champion Lolo Jones will compete at indoor events in Glasgow and Birmingham.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 31 Dec 2008 | 5:09 pm

Gerrard receives Benitez backing

Liverpool manager Rafael Benitez says Steven Gerrard has his "full support and backing" following his captain's arrest in relation to an alleged brawl.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 31 Dec 2008 | 4:47 pm

MLB

1. The World Baseball Classic: An unknown oddity in 2006, the WBC is now a legitimate, big-stage international event after what turned out to be a highly successful debut. What to look for in March of 2009? How about the possibility of Alex Rodriguez, who switched teams to play for the Dominican Republic, facing Derek Jeter and Team USA in the semifinals? You can get a peek at pitcher Yu Darvish, 22, of Japan, who someday may trigger the next stateside posting war. How about a Sunday night game between the U.S. and Venezuela (and a possible start by Johan Santana) in the first round? Or Cuba vs. Mexico in Mexico City? The new double-elimination format makes every game exciting: The loser either goes home or to the losers' bracket.

Source: SI.com | 31 Dec 2008 | 4:25 pm

Five college football forecasts for 2009

As the college bowl season shifts into high gear, Stewart Mandel is already looking ahead. Here's his team to beat in 2009 ... and four more things to watch for.

Source: SI.com | 31 Dec 2008 | 4:15 pm

Nadal, Federer start '09 with elite field in Abu Dhabi

Rafael Nadal and Roger Federer are wasting no time to resume their rivalry in 2009, joining four other top-10 ranked players vying for a winner-take-all prize of $250,000 at this week's inaugural Capitala World Tennis Championship.
Source: Tennis News: CBSSports.com | 31 Dec 2008 | 2:28 pm