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Source: ESPN.com | 9 Jan 2009 | 2:01 pm

Petty Enterprises merges with Gillett Evernham

It's official. Petty Enterprises as it has been known no longer exists.
Source: ESPN.com | 9 Jan 2009 | 1:50 pm

Florida 24, Oklahoma 14: Florida Raises Another Trophy

Tim Tebow led the Gators to a 24-14 victory and Florida celebrated its second national title in three seasons.


Source: NYT > Sports | 9 Jan 2009 | 1:39 pm

Lalas raises fears over Beckham's Galaxy future

Former US international defender Alexi Lalas said he would not be surprised if David Beckham did not to return to his club Los Angeles Galaxy after his loan with AC Milan. Beckham...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 9 Jan 2009 | 1:37 pm

No news is good news as Gunners close in on Arshavin (AFP)

Arsenal appeared to be close to finalising a deal to bring Russian playmaker Andrei Arshavin, seen here in 2008, to the Premier League.(AFP/File/Damien Meyer)AFP - Arsenal appeared Friday to be close to finalising a deal to bring Russian playmaker Andrei Arshavin to the Premier League.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 9 Jan 2009 | 1:28 pm

Venus win gives Americas lead in World Team Challenge (AFP)

Team Americas Venus Williams returns to Team Russia Anna Chakvetadze in the JB Group Classic World Team Challenge in Hong Kong. Williams gave the Americas an early lead in the final of Hong Kong's World Team Challenge, beating Chakvetadze in straight sets.(AFP/Mike Clarke)AFP - Venus Williams gave the Americas an early lead in the final of Hong Kong's World Team Challenge Friday, beating Russia's Anna Chakvetadze in straight sets.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 9 Jan 2009 | 1:14 pm

Sloppy, choppy game leaves Florida as BCS champion (AP)

Florida's Tim Tebow (15) tackles Oklahoma's Gerald McCoy (93) after McCoy intercepted a Tebow pass during the second quarter of the BCS Championship NCAA college football game in Miami, Thursday, Jan. 8, 2009. (AP Photo/J. Pat Carter)AP - Tim Tebow gave Florida the jolt it needed, and the Gators toughed out a second BCS title in three years. Their 24-14 win over No. 2 Oklahoma in a choppy, sloppy affair Thursday night made them a national champion. But it likely did little to quiet fans of Southern California, Utah and Texas, all of whom already claimed the top spot.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 9 Jan 2009 | 1:09 pm

Arsenal rule out Toure transfer

Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger insists Kolo Toure will not leave the club in January, while hinting a midfielder will be signed.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 9 Jan 2009 | 12:58 pm

Dilshan handed Sri Lanka recall

Tillakaratne Dilshan is recalled to the Sri Lanka squad for the forthcoming three-match one-day series against Pakistan
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 9 Jan 2009 | 12:48 pm

Venus win gives Americas lead in World Team Challenge

Venus Williams gave the Americas an early lead in the final of Hong Kong's World Team Challenge Friday, beating Anna Chakvetadze in straight sets. Williams failed to match the intensity...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 9 Jan 2009 | 12:45 pm

Russian biathlete banned again over haemoglobin levels

Russian biathlete Ivan Cherezov has been banned from competition for five days due to abnormal levels of haemoglobin in his blood from a pre-competition control Friday. Elevated levels...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 9 Jan 2009 | 12:43 pm

Mauresmo suffers injury setback

France's Amelie Mauresmo pulls out of the Brisbane International because of a thigh strain.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 9 Jan 2009 | 12:30 pm

Man City 'must increase' Santa Cruz bid

Sam Allardyce says Manchester City must make Blackburn an offer they cannot refuse for Paraguay striker Roque Santa Cruz.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 9 Jan 2009 | 12:29 pm

AP Top 25: Gators are No. 1, Utes surge to No. 2 (AP)

Florida players celebrate with the championship trophy after winning the BCS Championship NCAA college football game against Oklahoma 24-14 in Miami, Thursday, Jan. 8, 2009. (AP Photo/J. Pat Carter)AP - Florida is No. 1 in the AP Top 25. Utah is perfect at No. 2, though not perfectly happy. Texas and Southern California also claimed to be the best — but media voters didn't think so.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 9 Jan 2009 | 12:25 pm

Gasquet upsets Tsonga in Brisbane tennis quarters

Seventh seeded Frenchman Richard Gasquet upset countryman and doubles partner Jo-Wilfried Tsonga 1-6, 6-4, 6-2 in the quarter-finals of the Brisbane International tennis tournament Friday.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 9 Jan 2009 | 12:25 pm

Venus gets past Chakvetadze at Hong Kong exhibition

Venus Williams defeated Russia's Anna Chakvetadze 7-6 (1), 6-3 at a women's team exhibition tournament in Hong Kong on Friday.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 9 Jan 2009 | 12:12 pm

Ronaldo to be quizzed over crash

Cristiano Ronaldo is to be questioned by police after crashing his £200,000 Ferrari in a tunnel near Manchester Airport.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 9 Jan 2009 | 11:57 am

Fatal Avalanches Rattle Ski Country in the West

Weather patterns have created widespread conditions of instability, wreaking havoc on the start of the ski season.


Source: NYT > Sports | 9 Jan 2009 | 11:56 am

Asia lead Europe in Royal Trophy

Asia hold a commanding 3-1 lead over Europe as they bid for their first Royal Trophy victory.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 9 Jan 2009 | 11:38 am

Full-strength Manly to face Leeds

Manly Sea Eagles coach Des Hasler says the NRL champions will bring a full-strength squad to England for the World Club Challenge against Leeds.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 9 Jan 2009 | 11:33 am

Gators stifle an 'unstoppable' offense -- again

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. -- As he stood on the confetti-strewn field at Dolphin Stadium late Thursday night, just moments after his team earned its second BCS championship in three seasons, Florida safety Ahmad Black wasn't bragging. If anything, he was still coming to terms with the pivotal role he played in the Gators' 24-14 victory over Oklahoma.


Source: SI.com | 9 Jan 2009 | 11:30 am

Gators stifle Sooners for 2nd title in three years

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. -- As he stood on the confetti-strewn field at Dolphin Stadium late Thursday night, just moments after his team earned its second BCS championship in three seasons, Florida safety Ahmad Black wasn't bragging. If anything, he was still coming to terms with the pivotal role he played in the Gators' 24-14 victory over Oklahoma.


Source: SI.com | 9 Jan 2009 | 11:30 am

Kawasaki pulls out of MotoGP

Kawasaki on Friday pulled out of the MotoGP, becoming the latest Japanese company to withdraw from motor sports as the global economic crisis inflicts a heavy toll. Kawasaki's decision...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 9 Jan 2009 | 11:20 am

Injured Mauresmo forfeits Brisbane semi-final

MELBOURNE (Reuters) - Former world number one Amelie Mauresmo had to forfeit her Brisbane International semi-final against compatriot Marion Bartoli on Friday after receiving treatment on...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 9 Jan 2009 | 11:20 am

Strauss set to hear one-day fate

Andrew Strauss is set to find out whether he will be appointed as England's new one-day captain.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 9 Jan 2009 | 11:13 am

Mini Dynasty: Gators beat Sooners for BCS title

Tim Tebow enjoyed the battering-ram runs. He liked the old-school jump pass. Drawing a rare penalty, that really made Tebow's day. With No. 1 Florida about to finish off No. 2...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 9 Jan 2009 | 10:53 am

Battling Asia lead Europe in Royal Trophy

Asia staged a remarkable comeback to take a convincing 3-1 lead over Europe in the Royal Trophy team competition after the opening foursomes on Friday. The Asians, heavily beaten in the...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 9 Jan 2009 | 10:51 am

Weather hits Dakar 7th stage special for trucks

Dakar Rally's seventh stage special for trucks between here and the Chilean city of Valparaiso was cancelled because for safety reasons, organisers said Friday. Heavy rain has damaged...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 9 Jan 2009 | 10:33 am

Tokyo's 2016 venues approved by sports federations

Tokyo's proposed venues for the 2016 Olympics have been approved by all 26 participating international sports federations, the Tokyo bid committee said Friday. The 26 federations signed...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNewsSports | 9 Jan 2009 | 9:51 am

Wojciechowski: Who should be No. 1?

After a weird game and an even weirder season, Florida's victory is going to have to do. Just what 2008 deserved.
Source: ESPN.com | 9 Jan 2009 | 9:46 am

N'Zogbia ready to leave Newcastle

Newcastle midfielder Charles N'Zogbia says his agent is in talks with Aston Villa and Tottenham about a move, with Arsenal also in the frame.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 9 Jan 2009 | 9:43 am

Red Wings rout Stars for 5th straight win (AP)

Detroit Red Wings goalie Chris Osgood (30) stops a shot by Dallas Stars' Mike Ribeiro during the first period of an NHL hockey game in Detroit, Thursday, Jan. 8, 2009. (AP Photo/Paul Sancya)AP - The Detroit Red Wings are revving it up in Hockeytown — again.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 9 Jan 2009 | 9:38 am

No. 22 Minnesota gets league road win over Iowa (AP)

Minnesota's Jamal Abu-Shamala (33) celebrates after his team's 52-49 win over Iowa in an NCAA college basketball game, Thursday, Jan. 8, 2009, in Iowa City, Iowa. (AP Photo/Charlie Neibergall)AP - Tubby Smith sounded like all college basketball coaches at this point in the season.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 9 Jan 2009 | 9:37 am

Cards-Panthers may prove scary for defensive backs (AP)

This Oct. 26, 2008 file photo shows Carolina Panthers' Steve Smith (89) reacting after a catch during an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals in Charlotte, N.C.  (AP Photo/Rick Havner)AP - They take up three of the four receiver spots on the NFC Pro Bowl squad. Another is having a breakout year and a fifth is one of the league's top blockers at the position.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 9 Jan 2009 | 9:36 am

For Stoops, Another Frustrating Loss

The Oklahoma Sooners’ latest attempt to win a Bowl Championship Series bowl game ended in defeat, disturbing for a program that once counted winning big games as part of its DNA.


Source: NYT > Sports | 9 Jan 2009 | 9:25 am

Patel primed for IPL opportunity

England all-rounder Samit Patel is set to play in the Indian Premier League after being registered for February's player auction.
Source: BBC Sport | Sport Homepage | World Edition | 9 Jan 2009 | 9:05 am

After the Zone Blitz, the Deadpan Defense

A former cornerback for the Detroit Lions and inventor of the zone blitz, Dick LeBeau is now the mastermind behind the Pittsburgh Steelers’ defense, the N.F.L.’s best.


Source: NYT > Sports | 9 Jan 2009 | 8:56 am

After 21 Years as a Brave, Smoltz Will Join Red Sox

Veteran pitcher John Smoltz is expected to sign a one-year deal for $5.5 million with the Boston Red Sox, who have also signed outfielder Rocco Baldelli.


Source: NYT > Sports | 9 Jan 2009 | 8:56 am

Now That Krstic Is Back, Will Others Follow?

With a shaky world economy, several European teams are struggling to make payroll and N.B.A. teams are preparing to pounce if quality players break free of their contracts.


Source: NYT > Sports | 9 Jan 2009 | 8:56 am

N.F.L. Roundup: Mangini Starts Anew With the Browns

Eric Mangini said he would use his experiences with the Jets, both good and bad, to make himself a better head coach for the Cleveland Browns.


Source: NYT > Sports | 9 Jan 2009 | 8:56 am

Romanowski openly campaigns for Broncos job

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Source: SI.com | 9 Jan 2009 | 8:54 am

Braves Join Mets in Pursuit of Lowe

In a discouraging development for the Mets — but a promising one for Scott Boras — the Braves emerged Thursday as a serious suitor for starter Derek Lowe.


Source: NYT > Sports | 9 Jan 2009 | 8:40 am

Final AP poll: Florida is No. 1, 13-0 Utah No. 2

Florida is No. 1 in the AP Top 25. Utah is perfect at No. 2, though not perfectly happy.
Source: ESPN.com | 9 Jan 2009 | 8:18 am

SPORTS OF THE TIMES: Tebow’s Performance a Perfect Ending (or Maybe Not)

If Tebow returns for his senior season, he will have a chance to become one of the all-timers in the sport — based on results, not statistics.


Source: NYT > Sports | 9 Jan 2009 | 8:17 am

Smoltz, Red Sox agree to terms

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Source: SI.com | 9 Jan 2009 | 8:15 am

TV Sports: Fox Announcers Scramble Second Down in the B.C.S. Title Game

When you can’t tell the difference between second down and third down, or between third and fourth down, you’re in trouble.


Source: NYT > Sports | 9 Jan 2009 | 8:03 am

Pitt's McCoy could be leaning toward NFL draft

Pittsburgh running back LeSean McCoy did not attend a post-bowl team meeting Thursday, possibly indicating that he may change his mind and declare for the NFL draft.
Source: ESPN.com | 9 Jan 2009 | 8:02 am

USC finishes second in final coaches' poll

Trojans finish third, behind national-champion Florida and unbeaten Utah, in the Associated Press media poll. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 9 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

There's no debate about the greatness of Tim Tebow

For a couple of wonderfully antique hours Thursday, this is the perfect player who made us forget college football's imperfect system. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 9 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

Spurs hand Clippers ninth straight loss

L.A. leads at halftime but the Spurs blow the game open by scoring the first 10 points of the second half. Tony...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 9 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

Brewers get Trevor Hoffman, so Jonathan Broxton will close for Dodgers

The all-time save leader liked Milwaukee's offer better. Dodgers still looking to add to the bullpen. With Trevor...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 9 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

Kings hold on to beat Ducks, 4-3

Anze Kopitar, Dustin Brown and Alexander Frolov make their presence known as L.A. overcomes stellar effort by Anaheim rookie Bobby Ryan, who scores his first career hat trick. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 9 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

Top 10 moments of the season

There were more problems with the BCS, the Trojans slipped up (again) against a big Pac-10 underdog, Notre Dame and Michigan struggled, but in the end, the Gators enjoyed the big moment in Florida. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 9 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

Antonio Lopez dunks, makes key free throws as Thousand Oaks wins

The 6-foot-2 senior guard finishes with 18 points as the Lancers beat Simi Valley, 66-62, in a battle for first place in Marmonte League. ...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 9 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

Gators take a bite out of BCS title

Florida gets a big second half from Tim Tebow and defeats Oklahoma, 24-14. The two high-powered offenses fizzled...
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 9 Jan 2009 | 8:00 am

Florida tops final AP poll; Utah No. 2

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Source: SI.com | 9 Jan 2009 | 7:56 am

Spurs condemn Clippers to ninth straight loss (Reuters)

San Antonio Spurs guard Tony Parker (R) drives against Phoenix Suns Steve Nash of Canada in the first quarter of their NBA game in Phoenix, Arizona, December 25, 2008. (Rick Scuteri/Reuters)Reuters - The streaking San Antonio Spurs posted their 15th win in 18 games on Thursday with a 106-84 victory over the under-strength Los Angeles Clippers.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 9 Jan 2009 | 7:11 am

Howard, Mavericks overcome off day from Dirk

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Source: ESPN.com | 9 Jan 2009 | 6:55 am

Mauresmo retires with injuries from Brisbane semifinal

Former No. 1 Amelie Mauresmo retired injured Friday while trailing her Brisbane International semifinal 4-0, putting French compatriot Marion Bartoli through to the women's final.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 9 Jan 2009 | 5:57 am

Blazers threaten lawsuit over Miles

The Portland Trail Blazers have issued an unusual warning to rival NBA teams who are thinking about hiring their former player Darius Miles: Put Miles on the court, say the Blazers, and we may sue you.


Source: SI.com | 9 Jan 2009 | 5:38 am

Saves leader Hoffman agrees to deal with Brewers (AP)

This is a March 23, 2008 file photo showing San Diego Padres' Trevor Hoffman during a spring training baseball game in Peoria, Ariz. Career saves leader Trevor Hoffman closed his deal with the Milwaukee Brewers. A person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press the sides reached agreement Thursday Jan. 8, 2009 on a $6 million, one-year contract. The 41-year-old Hoffman had pitched for the San Diego Padres since 1993, but the team recently withdrew its offer for next season. (AP Photo/Lenny Ignelzi, File)AP - Crank up the AC/DC, Milwaukee: The Brewers have landed career saves leader Trevor Hoffman, solving a shaky closer situation that could have gone into spring training with no clear-cut favorite.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 9 Jan 2009 | 5:36 am

Bruins lay down the law

After a two-goal burst to start the night devolved into giveaways, failed races for pucks, and ragged play, Claude Julien did what comes naturally to a coach disappointed with his team's play.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 9 Jan 2009 | 5:00 am

Healing process begins

Patriot Ty Warren underwent surgery yesterday to repair torn abductor muscles in his groin that forced him to miss three games this season.
Source: RSS feed - channel BNPaperSports | 9 Jan 2009 | 5:00 am

Ogilvy opens season with tournament lead

Geoff Ogilvy opened the PGA Tour season Thursday without making bogey on his way to a 6-under 67 and a one-shot lead in the Mercedes-Benz Championship, a score that only surprised him because of the location.
Source: ESPN.com | 9 Jan 2009 | 4:44 am

Buckeyes' Wells to forgo senior season for NFL

Ohio State tailback Chris "Beanie" Wells is giving up his final year of eligibility to enter the NFL draft.
Source: ESPN.com | 9 Jan 2009 | 4:40 am

All-Russian: Dementieva to play Vesnina for Auckland title

Elena Dementieva and Elena Vesnina set up an all-Russian final at the ASB Classic tennis tournament with contrasting semifinal wins on Friday.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 9 Jan 2009 | 4:26 am

Penguins, Staal hammer out new $16M contract

The Penguins have reached a four-year deal with center Staal taking effect at the start of the 2009-10 season, the team announced Thursday.
Source: ESPN.com | 9 Jan 2009 | 4:22 am

Ogilvy opens the PGA season with a 67 and the lead (AP)

Geoff Ogilvy, of Australia, hits from the 18th tee of the Plantation Course during the first round of the Mercedes-Benz Championship golf tournament in Kapalua, Hawaii, Thursday, Jan. 8, 2009. (AP Photo/Eric Risberg)AP - Geoff Ogilvy felt his game was still sharp after winning in Australia last month. It must have been for him to play bogey-free Thursday and beat his best score at Kapalua by five shots.



Source: Yahoo! News: Sports News | 9 Jan 2009 | 4:09 am

Pitt's McCoy going pro? Star RB misses meeting

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Source: SI.com | 9 Jan 2009 | 3:29 am

Ballboy Mangini ascends to Browns coach

Eric Mangini, who began his NFL career as a ball boy for the Browns, was introduced as Cleveland's 12th full-time coach on Thursday, less than two weeks after he was fired by the Jets.
Source: ESPN.com | 9 Jan 2009 | 2:05 am

Ohio St. RB Wells going pro

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Source: SI.com | 9 Jan 2009 | 12:15 am

Favre to take his time in making retirement call

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Source: SI.com | 8 Jan 2009 | 8:15 pm

Steve Aschburner: Opportunity knocks for J.R. Smith

With Melo out, opportunity knocks for a talented but erratic backup.


Source: SI.com | 8 Jan 2009 | 6:14 pm

Safins lead Russia to Hopman final; U.S. wins one

The Russian brother and sister combination of Dinara Safina and Marat Safin won the mixed doubles match against France on Thursday to secure a place in the final against Slovakia at the Hopman Cup.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 8 Jan 2009 | 3:53 pm

Roddick blasts Hanescu, advances to Qatar semis

Top-ranked Rafael Nadal was eliminated from the Qatar Open on Thursday, while Roger Federer advanced to the semifinals of the tuneup for the Australian Open.

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Source: Tennis News : CBSSports.com | 8 Jan 2009 | 3:14 pm